In this unit, students will discuss what qualities make a hero: kid heroes, adult heroes, local heroes, and historical figure heroes. They will extend this to what qualities make historical figures heroes for them; they will research a...

A great biography of the astronomer and inventor Benjamin Banneker that includes additional links to supplemental material for further research.

A brief biography of George Washington Carver that includes additional links to supplemental material for more research.

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Students will learn how to use presentation software to enhance learning. Student-created digital slideshow presentations can span the curriculum. Each student will prepare a presentation in one of the following curriculum areas:...