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Political Cartoons of the American Revolution
Eighth graders examine various political cartoons from the American Revolution era. Using present day political cartoons, they compare and contrast the ones from the past to the ones of today. As a class, they discuss the use of...
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Early 19c Industrialization in America: The Market Revolution
Posing a question about the effects of American Industrialization, this presentation provides viewers with a comprehensive look at the 19th century. From the "Lowell Girls" to the Iron Horse, these slides would be an excellent supplement...
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Clay, Calhoun & Webster
For this United States history worksheet, students utilize a word bank of 10 terms or phrases to answer 10 fill in the blank questions about the nation's early history. A short answer question is included as well.
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What Do They Do?
In this conversation worksheet, students ask a partner 12 questions about people's professions. Students fill in the missing information by listening to their partner's response.
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The Age of Jackson (5)
For this online interactive American history worksheet, students answer 17 fill in the blank questions regarding the Andrew Jackson presidency. Students may submit their answers to be scored.
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Direction Prepositions 2
In this online interactive grammar skills activity, students answer 10 multiple choice questions regarding the use of prepositions. Students may submit their answers to be scored.
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Building a Topographic Model
Students explore the features of a topographic map. They make paper models that portray, in three-dimensions, features represented by contour lines on a topographic map. Students demonstrate different elevations shown on a...
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Capitalization Post Test
In this capitalization learning exercise, students assess sentences in order to determine whether or not there are errors in capitalization present.
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Indoors, Outdoors
In this buildings worksheet, students answer 16 questions about buildings. This worksheet is to be completed online because it provides links to various pages, which contain pictures needed to answer the questions.
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New York State Testing-English Language Arts Grade 6
In this language arts testing worksheet, 6th graders complete a total of 26 multiple choice problems covering a variety of grade 6 English concepts.
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Reading Comprehension: "CW the Robot"
In this reading comprehension worksheet, students read a passage titled, "CW The Robot," then complete 12 short answer comprehension questions.
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ESL Activity-London
For this ESL London activity worksheet, students correctly identify places in London, choosing from drop down lists, write correct names for monuments described.
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A Visit to Derby Industrial Museum at the Silk Mill
In this museums worksheet, students answer questions about a visit to the Derby Industrial Museum at the Silk Mill. Students answer 20 questions.
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Hazard Mitigation: Bioterrorism
High schoolers discuss different ways to spread infectious diseases. In this bioterrorism lesson, students model the rate of smoke emission using CalRoad software. They analyze the effects of airborne release of...
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Human Features of Our Community
Students investigate the human factors that create a community. They conduct research using a variety of sources. Students then create dioramas that depict a typical scene found in a community.
Annenberg Foundation
Annenberg Learner: Bridging World History: Connections Across Land
This unit chronicles the paths taken by various explorers for delivery of commodities and religion which led to the migration of people and an onslaught of disease. Particular attention is paid to The Silk Road, The Turquoise Road, and...
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Teach Engineering: Are Dams Forever?
Students learn that dams do not last forever. Similar to other human-made structures, such as roads and bridges, dams require regular maintenance and have a finite lifespan. Many dams built during the 1930-70s, an era of intensive dam...
University of California
University of California: Roman Building Technology and Architecture
This site offers information on Roman Engineering, Roman Baths, Roman Aqueducts, roads, bridges, buildings and concrete.
Ducksters
Ducksters: History of Ancient Rome for Kids: Roman Engineering and Construction
Kids learn about the engineering and construction from the days of Ancient Rome. Learn how the Romans built roads, aqueducts, bridges, the colosseum, and other great structures.
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Wikipedia: National Historic Landmarks in Illinois: Eads Bridge
A combined road and railway bridge which was, when completed in 1874, the longest arch bridge in the world. Extends into St. Louis, Missouri.
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Maps Etc: Brooklyn and Queens, 1920
A road map of Brooklyn and Queens, New York, from the 1920 Automobile Club of Rochester, showing the Hudson River, East River, principal roads, railroads, Bridges, ferry routes, and major landmarks.
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Maps Etc: Auburn and Lewiston, 1919
A road map of Auburn and Lewiston, Maine, from the Official Automobile Blue Book (1919), showing the Androscoggin River, major roads, bridges, railroads and stations, parks, cemeteries, college grounds, and major landmarks.
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Maps Etc: Portsmouth and Vicinity, 1919
A road map of Portsmouth, New Hampshire, from the Official Automobile Blue Book (1919), showing the Piscataqua River, principal roads, railroads and stations, bridges, parks, and major landmarks.
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Etc: Maps Etc: Rhinebeck and Rhinecliff, New York , 1919
A road map of Rhinebeck and Rhinecliff, New York, from the Official Automobile Blue Book (1919), showing the Hudson River, principal roads, railroads and stations, bridges, ferry docks, and major landmarks.