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Gunpowder and the Explosion of World War

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students consider how technology changed the world of war. In this world history lesson, students research 20th century world conflicts and then compose essays that feature the how technology changed the way that wars were fought.
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U.S. Entry Into WWI

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Middle schoolers identify the reasons why the United States entered World War I. In this world history lesson plan, students are given a lecture on Woodrow Wilson and analyze documents (specifically, Woodrow Wilson's speeches). Middle...
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Keep It Academic

For Teachers 6th - 11th
Students study various methods to learn about religion in the classroom. In this religion study lesson, students read and visit links to learn about various ways of teaching religion in schools. Students learn the model world religion...
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Presidents and the Constitution: Washington, Adams, Jefferson, Madison and the Barbary Pirates

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explore the Barbary Pirates of the Mediterranean. In this American history lesson, students read a narrative regarding the conflict between the Barbary Pirates and the United States under the leadership of Washington, Adams,...
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The Cause and Course of the Great War

For Teachers 10th - 11th
Students interpret historical evidence presented in primary and secondary resources. In this World War I instructional activity, students research the causes of the war as well as the major events of the war....
Worksheet
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World War I and the Russian Revolution

For Students 9th - 12th
In this World War I and the Russian Revolution worksheet, students read assigned textbook pages and respond to 91 short answer questions.  
Worksheet
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Conservatism in Europe and Revolution Abroad

For Students 7th - 12th
In this European history activity, students read an assigned textbook selection about conservatism in Europe and revolutions abroad and then respond to 23 short answer questions about the selection.
Worksheet
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Claims of Ownership in Israel/Palestine

For Students 6th - 12th
In this Israeli/Palestinian conflict worksheet, students complete a timeline that features claims of land ownership in Israel.
Worksheet
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Crimean War

For Students 8th - 12th
In this Crimean War learning exercise, students read a 6-paragraph selection about the war and then outline key dates and events noted in the selection.
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Origins of World War I

For Students 9th - 12th
In this World War I worksheet, students follow the provided guidelines to conduct independent research and write research papers about aspects of the war.
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Opera Singers

For Teachers K - 1st
Learners read and spell words. This instructional activity focuses on the short o sound and formation of the letter. Some words that are used are mop, pot, dog, log, and sock. They write the letter and name pictures with the sound by...
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Mixed Prepositions 4: ESL

For Students 5th - 6th
In this ESL preposition learning exercise, students fill in blanks with correct prepositions, choosing from a drop-down list and checking their answer. A reference web site is given for additional activities.
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Biography of the Millennium: 100 People, 1000 Years (4 Parts)

For Teachers 5th - 12th
Students explore who are the most influential people of the past thousand years.
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Ataturk

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars examine the achievements, and the personality and character of the man who is called "father of the Turks." Student groups hold a debate, which centers on whether or not Ataturk's reforms were necessary.
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Asian Civilizations

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders complete computer based research to complete a travel brochure that highlights an Asian civilization.
Worksheet
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Reconstruction Word Search Puzzle

For Teachers 6th - 8th
In this social studies worksheet, students look for the words in the puzzle that are related to the theme of the word search. Spelling skills are worked on.
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The Supreme Council of the Treaty of Versailles January, 1919

For Teachers 10th
In this Treaty of Versailles worksheet, 10th graders take the parts Wilson, Clemenceau, George, and Orlando, as well as ambassadors, to read the parts in the play based on Versailles negotiations.
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The Importance of Trade Routes

For Teachers 6th - 9th
In this cultural diffusion study guide worksheet, pupils read a brief overview pertaining to the significance of trade routes and then respond to a reflection question.
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United Nations

Unesco: Bursa and Cumal?k?z?k: Birth of Ottoman Empire

For Students 9th - 10th
This World Heritage website looks at ancient Bursa and Cumalikizik, located in Turkey. It was in this place that the Ottoman Empire established roots in the 14th century. Found here are a description, maps, documentation, and photos.
Handout
Michigan State University

Michigan State University: Modern Balkan History: Ottoman Rule in the Balkans

For Students 9th - 10th
This extensive text, from a series of college lectures, offers insights on what it was like to live under Ottoman rule. Military, religious, and dynastic principles are discussed, along with their implications and practices.
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Then Again

Then Again: Web Chron: Ottoman Empire Enters Wwi

For Students 9th - 10th
Explains the factors that lead to the Ottoman Empire entering World War I on the side of the Central Powers.
Graphic
HyperHistory Online

Wold History: World Map: Ottoman Empire

For Students 9th - 10th
This map shows the Ottoman Empire as part of the world, 1500-1800. Click the buttons to view the world in other historic periods.
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Islami City

Islam and Islamic History in Arabia and the Middle East: The Ottomans

For Students 9th - 10th
This site gives a military, political and religious overview of the Ottoman Empire. Includes links to additional Islam and Islamic history sites.
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Other

Ottoman Empire: The Economy of the Ottoman Empire

For Students 9th - 10th
A concise review of the historical economy built by the Ottoman Empire. What drew many western Europeans to the region for trade?