Unit Plan
Enchanted Learning

Enchanted Learning: Michigan

For Students 3rd - 5th
This site has a colorful display of information about Michigan. It contains a map, pictures, a list of state symbols, and links to related information.
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A&E Television

History.com: Michigan

For Students 9th - 10th
Take a detailed look at the state of Michigan! From its earliest history and peoples, to present day facts which include population, climate, geography, plants and animals, economy, government, cultural life, sports and recreation,...
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Other

Lumbering in Michigan

For Students 3rd - 8th
Use this article to learn the history of the lumber business in the state of Michigan. Find out how lumber availability and ample rivers have made this industry a valuable one throughout the state.
Primary
Michigan State University

Michigan State University: The Making of Modern Michigan

For Students Pre-K - 1st
The libraries of Michigan have collaborated on this project to provide a comprehensive history of the state online. Photographs, articles, letters, and sound recordings are included in the impressive collection.
Handout
Agriculture in the Classroom

National Agriculture in the Classroom: A Look at Michigan Agriculture [Pdf]

For Students 3rd - 8th
Learn about the agricultural industry in Michigan. Easy-to-read, bulleted facts on climate, soil, crops, and farm animals.
Graphic
DLTK

Michigan State Map

For Students 3rd - 8th
Provides a blank map of Michigan. Teachers will find many uses for this in the classroom. Students will enjoy coloring it and locating different parts of the state.
Interactive
Other

State of Michigan: Mi Kids

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Kids don't have to be residents of Michigan to enjoy this site! There is lots of information as well as fun activities contained in six sub-categories: Yikes! Central (safety), sightseeing, way back when, you.gov, our backyard, and map it.
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Other

Virtual Michigan

For Students 9th - 10th
The site covers most of the the basic facts which can help you with everything; from locating a school, planning a vacation, or checking out the latest Michigan legislation.
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Other

Virtual Michigan

For Students 9th - 10th
The site covers most of the the basic facts which can help you with everything; from locating a school, planning a vacation, or checking out the latest Michigan legislation.
Handout
NSTATE

Michigan State Symbols

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the symbols of the state of Michigan. Click on the word to be taken to a picture and information about the symbol, including when it was adopted.
Handout
US Department of Agriculture

Economic Research Service: Michigan State Fact Sheet

For Students 9th - 10th
At this site you can explore a state fact sheet on Michigan from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. You will find information on the population, farm characteristics, and top commodities and exports.
Handout
Library of Congress

Loc: America's Story: Michigan

For Students 3rd - 5th
Discover the "Great Lakes State." Learn all of the different nicknames for Michigan. Library of Congress website gives us a wide range of information.
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University of Michigan

University of Michigan Press

For Students 9th - 10th
University of Michigan Press homepage.
Article
University of Michigan

Bentley Historical Library: A Decade of Dissent: Student Protests at Michigan

For Students 9th - 10th
Information and analysis on the student-led resistance to the war in Vietnam at the University of Michigan.
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University of Michigan

Clements Library, University of Michigan: Spy Letters of the American Revolution

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn all about Revolutionary War spies. Resource highlights an exhibition of transcriptions of spy letters from the American Revolution housed in the Sir Henry Clinton collection at the University of Michigan. Also features people of...
Handout
University of Michigan

University of Michigan, Critter Catalog: Birds

For Students 9th - 10th
A very comprehensive website that defines birds in general and then examines the various species of birds found in southeast Michigan. Look up a specific bird and find a description, pictures, sound clips, and classification information.
Primary
S.E. Schlosser

American Folklore: Michigan Folklore

For Students 3rd - 5th Standards
Read brief folktales, myths and legends from the state of Michigan.
Website
Ducksters

Ducksters: United States Geography for Kids: Michigan

For Students 1st - 9th
Kids learn facts and geography about the state of Michigan including symbols, flag, capital, bodies of water, industry, borders, population, fun facts, GDP, famous people, and major cities.
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Other

State of Michigan: Jobs

For Students 9th - 10th
Michigan's Department of Civil Service has information on jobs, internships, resumes, and more.
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Other

Seeking Michigan

For Students 9th - 10th
Look no further if you are in search of the history of the people, places, and businesses of Michigan. Seeking Michigan offers a variety of mediums to share the state's stories.
Activity
Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments: Michigan Meap Practice Exam Grade 8 Math

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students can use these LearningCheck item banks to prepare for the Michigan MEAP math exams.
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Other

Illinois and Michigan Canal: A Corridor in Time

For Students 9th - 10th
Online history of the Illinois and Michigan canal.
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University of Michigan

Univ. Of Michigan: Naval Architecture and Engineering

For Students 9th - 10th
Website for the Department of Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering at the University of Michigan.
eBook
Open Library of the Internet Archive

Open Library: Camp Mates in Michigan

For Students 4th - 7th
This ebook version of St. George Rathborne's Camp Mates In Michigan has been made available in multiple formats by the Open Library. Editions of the full novel, organized by year of publication, may be accessed here.

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