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Film Interpretation of the Great Depression

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Pupils examine major ideas, eras, themes, developments, turning points, chronology, and cause-effect relationships in United States, world, and Washington State history. They also analyze the chronology of the history.
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Fort Clatsop: The Corps of Discovery's Winter at Fort Clatsop

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers investigate the Lewis and Clark expedition and how it helped to shape American expansion during its early history. Students reflect upon the period of history and its implications for America.
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The Great Depression and the Arts

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students engage in a dialogue about the Depression, the impact of the New Deal, the role of Franklin Delano Roosevelt, the survival of Democracy, and the resiliency of the American spirit.
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From Forest to Farm and Back Again

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers review and discuss a given set of questions regarding ecosystems. They analyze essays, maps and historical documents on timber harvesting and regeneration and then complete worksheets.
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Social Changes in America Caused by World War II

For Teachers 10th - 11th
Young scholars research and examine the social changes that occured in the United States during World War II. In pairs they conduct research using a variety of resources, and organize and compose a "Guide to Life" for veterans returning...
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Just Don't Do It!

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students examine a debate over teaching sex education in public schools. After reading an article, they discover how school officials are trying to inform their students but please a diverse audience. They answer discussion questions...
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Immigration in Massachusetts, 1880-1920

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Young scholars, in groups, research immigration in America at the turn of the century. They put together a series of original written essays, letters, newspaper columns, etc. that show what it was like to live as an American citizen and...
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World War II

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students create a Powerpoint presentation covering key information regarding a World War II battle and present the information to the class in the form of an oral presentation. They then will turn in a summary report including two...
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Today: American Industry and the Multinationals

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Pupils work in groups to read information about one of four featured factories. Students share their readings with the class, and compile a list of "Actions to be Taken" that will be included in their final paper. Student compare their...
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The First Vatican Council & The Enlightenment

For Teachers 11th
Eleventh graders investigate the effects that the Enlightenment (or Age of Reason) had on the Papacy. They Identify key aspects of Pope Pius IX¿¿¿s personality, reign and influences. Students also comprehend the significant upheaval...
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Lincoln-Douglas Debates of 1858

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students examine the transcripts of the 1858 Lincoln-Douglas debates and create a platform for each candidate in the 1858 Senate race. They utilize the candidates' arguments to explore the historical and political impact.
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Triton Toys

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students investigate the hydrological cycle. The lesson is made to be performed within the computer lab. The lesson can also be done as a center for students to work on the project as time allows.
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ON THE LOOKOUT FOR LABELS

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Students practice reading and using label information and understand the purpose of food labeling. They complete surveys using labels from the products brought in. After discussing the pros and cons of having a law that requires fast...
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Don't Just Dream-Act

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students create campaign materials to encourage the passage of legislation supporting higher education for immigrant minors. They produce flyers, brochures, pins and a voter presentation for a school fair. To prepare the materials they...
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Challenges Faced by the New Nation's Presidents

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders, while in the computer lab utilizing the internet, locate primary sources to interpret and analyze the struggle of the new nation to gain the respect of European countries. They interact with a worksheet that organizes...
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The foreign and domestic policies of Lyndon B. Johnson

For Teachers 11th
Eleventh graders study and evaluate the successes and failures of LBJ's domestic and foreign policies. They formulate historical questions and defend findings based on inquiry and interpretation. Each student identifies, analyzes and...
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Hiring a Lawyer

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students discuss the process of selecting a lawyer. They discover and define some common terms in the employment agreement between the lawyer and the client and keep in mind that comparison shopping is acceptable when hiring a lawyer.
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National First Ladies' Library

Science: The Purloined Letter

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students examine Edgar Allan Poe's "the Purloined Letter" from the perspective of a profiler. To sharpen search procedures, they examine the text and make lists of items and places in the house that were searched. Then students discuss...
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National First Ladies' Library

Eleanor Roosevelt and Hillary Clinton: Activist First Ladies

For Teachers 9th - Higher Ed
Students are divided into six smaller groups, with each group assigned to the task of exploring one of the aspects of the lives of both Eleanor Roosevelt and Hillary Clinton. They prepare a grid on which to record their findings and...
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1876-1920 Word Search Puzzle

For Teachers 6th - 8th
In this literacy 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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John Calvin

For Teachers 8th - 11th
In this John Calvin study guide worksheet, young scholars read a brief overview pertaining to Calvinism and then respond to 3 reflection questions.
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The Six Wives of Henry VIII

For Students 6th - 7th
In this Henry VIII worksheet, students learn about the wives of Henry VIII. Students read short passages about the 6 wives of Henry VIII.
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The Stuart Monarchs 1603 - 1704

For Students 7th - 12th
For this British history study guide worksheet, learners investigate the Stuart monarchy. Students read 13 sections of information and examine photographs.
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The White Man's Opinion of the Plains Indians

For Students 3rd - 4th
For this plains Indians worksheet, students read a passage about the plains Indians and the "white man," then complete 3 related activities.

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