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New4 Kids

For Students 9th - 10th
Wissen was los ist -- know what's going on. News4kids is a news site aimed at mainly late elementary and middle school students (but would be great for German learners of all ages). Includes articles on politics, people and animals in...
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Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: Ein Mann Zu Viel

For Teachers 9th - 10th
In this lesson designed for second semester of German 3/4, students will read a short story Ein Mann zu Viel, review vocabulary, discuss chapters and then recreate the story by making a video adaptation of the story. Students may alter...
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Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College

Serc: Identifying Clouds

For Teachers K - 1st
Students work together to learn how to identify clouds. They take pictures, create models, and identify various forms of clouds. Since this is an immersion setting, students also learn the names of the clouds in the German language.
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Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Richard Wagner

For Students 9th - 10th
Visit this site to learn much about the life of German composer, Richard Wagner. Besides biographical information topics of interest include classical music, operas, symphonys, and other musical works.
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Bible Study Tools

Bible Study Tools: Parallel Bible

For Students 9th - 10th
Study selected verses of scripture in parallel columns that compare different versions of the Bible in different languages: English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, and Russian. Not only a useful tool for students learning another...
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Lilipuz Radio Fur Kinder

For Students Pre-K - 1st
This is the site of LILIPUZ, a German radio program for children. On the site, you can find streaming audio of the program, learning activities, as well as information for parents and teachers.
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Ein Mann Verandert Das Gesicht Deutschlands

For Students 9th - 10th
A brief biography of Martin Luther written in 1st-person style. Contains numerous links to writings by and about Luther. Published by the Christian organization "Der Weg," this site will be of interest to young Christians who want to...
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PBS

Classics for Kids: Georg Philipp Telemann

For Students 3rd - 8th
A short biography of Georg Philipp Telemann (1681-1767 CE). Click to the past radio shows to hear his music and learn more about this famous composer.
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PBS

Classics for Kids: Felix Mendelssohn

For Students 3rd - 8th
A short biography of Felix Mendelssohn (1809-1847 CE). Click to the past radio shows to hear his music and learn more about this famous composer.
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PBS

Classics for Kids: Johann Sebastian Bach

For Students 3rd - 8th
A short biography of Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750 CE). Click to the past radio shows to hear his music and learn more about this famous composer.
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University of Geneva: The Jean Piaget Archives

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This is a comprehensive website covering the work of Jean Piaget. This website can be translated into English, French, German and Spanish.
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Orkin: Cockroaches

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn how cockroaches can enter your home, where they like to live and how they may aggravate your allergies. Choose a cockroach and read about their appearance, behaviors, and diet.
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Independence Hall Association

U.s. History: The Cold War Erupts

For Students 5th - 8th
World War II ended in 1945 and the Cold War began immediately. Read about the mistrust Western Europe and the United States felt towards the Soviet Union and Joseph Stalin. Learn how the Soviets expanded their realm of influence and...
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CommonLit

Common Lit: The Berlin Wall

For Students 9th - 10th
A learning module that begins with "The Berlin Wall" by Mike Kubic, accompanied by guided reading questions, assessment questions, and discussion questions. The text can be printed as a PDF or assigned online through free teacher and...
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CommonLit

Common Lit: "First They Came" by Martin Niemoller

For Students 7th - 8th
A learning module that begins with "First They Came" by Martin Niemoller, accompanied by guided reading questions, assessment questions, and discussion questions. The text can be printed as a PDF or assigned online through free teacher...
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Rutgers University

Rutgers University: History of the English Language

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This site provides a brief description of the history of the English language.
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Globe Tracks

Travel for Kids: Germany

For Students 3rd - 8th
Learn about the fun places travelers can visit in Germany.
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Dallas Symphony Orchestra

Dallas Symphony Orchestra Kids: Paul Hindemith

For Students 3rd - 8th
Paul Hindemith (1895-1963 CE) a German musician/composer ran away from home at the age of eleven. Luckily he was able to become an accomplished musician. Use this resource to learn more about his life and work, which was banned by...
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Dallas Symphony Orchestra

Dallas Symphony Orchestra Kids: Antonin Dvorak

For Students 3rd - 8th
When Dvorak's father sent him away to learn German, he also learned piano, organ, and viola. Listen to this composer's work using RealAudio or Windows Media Player. Use this site to learn more about Antonin Dvorak's (1841-1904 CE) life...
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Dallas Symphony Orchestra

Dallas Symphony Orchestra Kids: Johann Sebastian Bach

For Students 3rd - 8th
Use this resource to learn some interesting information about the composer, Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750 CE). Find out why he had to spend a month in jail, how many children he had named after him, and much more. Listen to his music...
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ClassFlow

Class Flow: Basic Division With Remainders

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart goes through discussing the meaning of a remainder, to practicing simple one-step division using manipulatives. Practice problems are included for modeling and student demonstration. It...
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Ducksters

Ducksters: World War Ii History: Battle of Britain for Kids

For Students 5th - 8th
Kids learn about the history of the Battle of Britain during World War II. Germany bombs England and London for months.
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Ducksters

Ducksters: World War Ii History: The Holocaust for Kids

For Students 9th - 10th
Kids learn about the history of the Holocaust during World War II. Jewish people were killed by the German Nazi Party.
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Historica Canada

History by the Minute: Juno Beach

For Students 9th - 10th
Part of a series, this resource focuses on Juno Beach. The allies gathered to surprise the Germans, and to turn WW11 around. Canadians were assigned Juno Beach, meeting fierce battles but eventual triumph. Includes a brief video and...