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Captain John Smith's Chesapeake Bay
Students conduct research to determine how the Chesapeake Bay has changed since the 17th century when Captain John Smith first explored it. Students read from Smith's historical documents.
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Social Studies: Towne Planning in Tidewater
Students discover how European values dominated colonial life. They also examine the effects of slavery in the Americas. Students compare the planning of their home town with that of colonial Williamsburg. They locate key sites such...
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Gridding An Archaeological Site
Students investigate using some of the basic skills of an archaeologist while using a Cartesian coordinate system. They establish a grid system for a dig site and determine the locations for different artifacts. Students use the...
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The Industrial Revolution
Eighth graders examine the time period of the Industrial revolution in American history. In this American History activity, 8th graders read the chapter on this time period. Students create a presentation on this time period...
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Start with a Chart
Students use a given chart and the 50 state quarters to synthesize information about the 50 states and the dates that they were admitted into the union. Students complete a math worksheet while referring to the chart.
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Archaeology In The News
Students investigate the different articles of archaeology that is found in a variety of research and news resources. They read one of the selections and complete the worksheet as a guide to writing a summary of the article. Students...
University of Texas at Austin
Ut Library: Perry Castaneda Maps of Maryland
A collection of current and historic maps of Maryland along with maps of cities and national parks in the state.
Enchanted Learning
Enchanted Learning: Maryland
This site has a colorful display of information about Maryland. It contains a map, pictures, a list of state symbols, and links to related information.
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National Park Service: Baltimore, Maryland: Discover Our Shared Heritage
Explore both the past and present of this city by taking this on-line tour of 43 properties. Use the maps, descriptions and photographs to increase your knowledge of this interesting city.
University of Maryland
University of Maryland: Langscape
This educational tool will identify the languages spoken anywhere on the map. Click on a country to discover which language or languages are native. Scroll to the bottom and find additional resources about the language/country selected.
Cayuse Canyon
The Us50: Maryland
Offers comprehensive information regarding Maryland's history, famous people, cities, geography, state parks, tourism, and historic sites. A fact sheet of information and a quiz are also available.
Johns Hopkins University
The Johns Hopkins University: Maryland State Maps
At this site from Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory, you can learn more about the geography of Maryland by studying the maps found on this website. The maps are colorful and easy to understand.
American Battlefield Trust
American Battlefield Trust: Civil War: Maps of Antietam, Maryland (1862)
Colorful map of Civil War Battle at Antietam in 1862 depicts the course of battle and strategy of both Union and Confederate troops. Map accompanied by informational text.
CRW Flags
Flags of the World: Clickable Map of the United States
Includes both printable images and fascinating trivia behind the flag of each state. It includes alternate flags used in the past.
University of Maryland
University of Maryland: The Ancient Dynasties
A discussion of the Shang and Zhou Dynasties of Ancient China. Includes maps and information about ancient rulers.
Other
Antietam on the Web
A comprehensive resource from Antietam on the Web of the Battle of Antietam, including historical documents, battle maps and much more.
Other
Beneath the Underground: Flight to Freedom
A site that tells the story of the Underground Railroad in Maryland. Includes interactive maps.
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Maps Etc: Maryland and Delaware, 1906
A map from 1906 of Maryland and Delaware showing the capitals of Annapolis and Dover, major cities, towns, and ports, railroads, rivers, and coastline features of the Chesapeake Bay, Delaware Bay, and Atlantic. Inset maps detail the city...
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Maps Etc: Swampy Divides in Maryland, 1911
A contour map of eastern Maryland showing the landform features of the swampy divides between the Chesapeake and the Atlantic. The coastal plain is here so young and so little dissected that many of the original irregularities have not...
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Maps Etc: Maryland, 1902
A map from 1902 of Maryland showing the capital Annapolis, major cities, towns, and ports, railroads, rivers, and coastline features of the Chesapeake Bay. An inset map details the city of Washington.
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Maps Etc: Baltimore, Maryland, 1914
A city plan from 1922 of Baltimore showing major streets, railroads and stations, harbor and basin, the Patapsco River, parks, and major landmarks. An inset map details the business section of the city.
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Etc: Central Maryland and Pennsylvania, 1861 1865
A map of central Maryland and Pennsylvania during the American Civil War (1861-1865) showing major cities and towns, roads, railroads, terrain features, rivers, and several battle sites. Included on the map are Washington, Alexandria,...
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Etc: Colonial Maryland and Virginia, 1607 1634
A map of the early colonies of Virginia and Maryland showing the first settlements of Jamestown (1607) and St. Mary's (1634). The future sites of Baltimore (1729) and Washington (1790) are also shown.