Curated OER
Salmon vs. Dams: The Dam Removal Debate on the Elwha River
Students use roll playing to discuss the merits of tearing down these dams so that the Elwha River can run free. The activity is presented in the form of a council meeting to encourage students to try to build consensus in finding...
Curated OER
Volcanoes:How Safe Are They?
Young scholars explore volcanoes, locate them on maps, record general information about volcanoes, and organize information on a fact sheet.
Curated OER
Tribal Termination & Urbanization
Students list the main events in historical sequence of tribal termination and urbanization. They identify a present-day American Indian experience or phenomenon as a result of termination and urbanization and refer to 'Navajo...
Curated OER
Spark Activity: Louisiana Line Dance
Students learn and practice 1 step at a time of the Louisiana Line Dance, then put all steps together and practice the dance to music.
Curated OER
Maps of Indian Territory, the Dawes Act, and Will Rogers' Enrollment Case File
Students, in groups, analyze one map at a time, first the 1885 map, then the 1891 map. After they have completed the analysis sheets, they compare the two maps and answer questions imbedded in the plan.
Curated OER
Fire and Fire Suppression
Middle schoolers explore forest fires and forest service's new stategies. They study a case of natural burn and the impact of lowering the intensity of a larger forest fire.
Curated OER
Native Species Restoration and its Impact on Local Populations
Students watch video clips of ecosystems and answer questions relating to them.
Curated OER
Possible Locations
Students create maps with cutout pieces of paper that represent caverns. They develop a scale for their map and decide where the best location is to live. They discover the importance of map reading skills.
Curated OER
Scaling the Map
Middle schoolers practice determining map distances using the map scales. They discover how much an area represents on the map in relation to the actual area. They decide on the best place to build their cavern.
Curated OER
How Man Negotiates Away His Natural Freedom
Students recognize that our legal-political system has developed through a process of moving from philosophical ideals to compromised working models.
Curated OER
Volcanoes: How Safe Are They?
Students explore the most dangerous volcanoes on Earth, plot their locations, and research different volcanic hazards.
Curated OER
"How Do You Measure Up?"
Fourth graders explore basic measurements by analyzing their own bodies. In this human anatomy lesson, 4th graders identify the units used to measure a human body such as centimeters, inches, ounces and pounds. Students complete a...
Oklahoma State University
Oklahoma State University: Angie Debo Collection: Biography
Learn about the writings of Oklahoma historian Angie Debo and her work as a civil rights activist,
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Oklahoma State University
Chronicles of Oklahoma: A History of the Quapaw [Pdf]
A historical description of a little known Native American tribe of the southeast United States, the Quapaw, who had contact with DeSoto.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Oklahoma State History for Kids
Students learn about the history and timeline of the state of Oklahoma including early explorers, Native Americans, Indian Territory, Trail of Tears, Land Rush, and pioneers on this site.
A&E Television
History.com: The States
Learn unique facts about each American state. You can also read a more in-depth history of each state, watch videos and play a game about all the states.
Oklahoma Historical Society
Oklahoma Historical Society Home
Find facts about Oklahoma's rich history and famous people, and explore museums and historic sites. An interactive map of the state allows you to choose museums, military sites, historic homes, and other notable locations in Oklahoma,...
Oklahoma Historical Society
Oklahoma State University: Enclopedia of History and Culture: Thomas Gore
Learn about the personal life and career of Oklahoma senator Thomas Gore. Includes a discussion of his blindness and involvement in the Populist movement.
A&E Television
History.com: Oklahoma
Take a detailed look at the state of Oklahoma! 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,...
University of Texas at Austin
Ut Library: Perry Castaneda Maps of Oklahoma
A collection of state, city and historical maps of Oklahoma. Also includes maps of national monuments and parks in the state.
Other
State of Oklahoma Official Site
This official site for the State of Oklahoma includes general information about business, history, events, services, agencies, and more.
Cayuse Canyon
The Us50: Oklahoma
Features extensive information regarding Oklahoma history, famous people, cities, geography, state parks, tourism, and historic sites. A fact sheet of information and a quiz are also available.
Other
Travel ok.com: About Oklahoma
This page provides some facts about the state of Oklahoma. Content includes general information, geography facts, Indian facts, a list of famous Oklahomians, state symbols, and the lyrics to the official state song.
Other
Travel ok.com: About Oklahoma
This page provides some facts about the state of Oklahoma. Content includes general information, geography facts, Indian facts, a list of famous Oklahomians, state symbols, and the lyrics to the official state song.