Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian National Zoo: Tiger Conservation in the Wild in Asia
This article covers a series of topics related to tiger conservation including history, Save the Tiger Fund, a new vision, the human dimension, symbols of recovery, the challenge, and more.
Writing Fix
Writing Fix: American Flag History
In this cross-curricular activity, learners create a trading card based on the symbols of the American flag, or any other national landmark. Writing for a specific purpose helps students carefully select their word choice.
Louisiana Department of Education
Louisiana Doe: Louisiana Believes: Ela Unit: Grade 2: Famous Americans
Second graders learn about famous Americans and their role in history. This builds on students' knowledge of US presidents, national symbols, and the election process. Students study various characteristics of famous Americans, such as...
Curated OER
National Park Service: Nicodemus National Historic Site
This site from the National Park Service provides the history of Nidodemus, Kansas, first western town planned by and for African-Americans. Settled by exodusters, the town served as a symbol as a land of opportunity for blacks escaping...
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National Park Service: Cine El Rey: The King Cinema
Theater was and is an important cultural point in entertainment for Hispanics. Cine El Rey symbolized part of that cultural importance. Learn about it's history here.
National Endowment for the Humanities
Neh: Edsit Ement: Cave Art Discovering Prehistoric Humans
By studying cave paintings, students learn about prehistoric cultures and the stories and ideas they wished to communicate to others through art. The lesson plan presented on this website aims to show young students the significance of...
Oregon Secretary of State
Oregon State Archives: The Oregon Blue Book
The Oregon Blue Book, the official state directory and fact book, provides a wealth of information about Oregon. "FACTS," contains almanac references, economy information, scenic images, capital city information, and state buildings;...
Glenbow Museum
Glenbow Museum: Teacher Resources: Mounties
Many students view Mounties as simply policemen on horses. But it is important to understand the Mountie not only as a Canadian symbol, but also for the role they took in shaping the development of Western Canada. This site has many...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Velasco, the Valley of Mexico
"The Valley of Mexico from the Hillside of Santa Isabel" by Velasco represents an important period in the development of Mexico's national identity and an important chapter in the history of Mexican art. Velasco's landscapes became...
PBS
Pbs Lesson Plan: The American Flag
A lesson from the (9-11-01) PBS, "America Responds," series where students examine the history, importance, and pride associated with the American Flag. This lesson engages students in discussion and a variety of "patriotic" activities...
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Wikipedia: National Historic Landmarks in Idaho: Assay Office
This assay office symbolizes the importance of mining in the history of Idaho and the American West. Built in 1870-71, it operated by the federal government until 1933.
National Endowment for the Humanities
Neh: Edsit Ement: Scroll Paintings (Lesson Plan)
Young scholars apply knowledge about Ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics and work collaboratively with classmates creating scroll paintings in this lesson. The Book of the Dead is referred to in teaching students about Ancient Egypt and...
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Unesco: Haiti: National History Park Citadel, Sans Souci, Ramiers
These Haitian monuments date from the beginning of the 19th century, when Haiti proclaimed its independence. The Palace of Sans Souci, the buildings at Ramiers and, in particular, the Citadel serve as universal symbols of liberty, being...