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U.S. Possessions

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders research the United States acquisition of the Philippines and their fight for independence. They locate the Philippines on a map and brainstorm how its geography has benefits. They access the Internet and complete a student...
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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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Ybor City Historic District

For Teachers 5th - 12th
Learners analyze the role cigar making played in Ybor City. They examine how cigars are made and the different societies who helped immigrants keep their identify. They compare and contrast their own community to Ybor City.
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National First Ladies' Library

Get Ready, Get Set, We're Moving!

For Teachers 1st - 6th
Students use the internet and other sources to research the culture and history of the Philippines. In groups, they discover why William Taft moved to the Philippines. Students participate in a scenario where they make preparations to...
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Noam Chomsky

For Students 4th - 6th
In this famous people worksheet, students read a selection about Noam Chomsky and complete a variety of comprehension activities including but not limited to a synonym match, spelling, writing and sequencing activities.
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Jamestown in Context: The Colonization of North America

For Teachers 8th - 11th
Students analyze the significance of Jamestown in the broader picture of colonization and analyze a historical document to determine the effects of previous explorations on the expectations of the Jamestown colonizers
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Manifest Destiny

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students explore the Manifest Destiny. They interpret quotations, study point of view in writing, research English words that derived from Mexico, and analyze reasons why settlers moved west. After writing journal entries in first-person...
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Did You Know...

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Learners research about hispanic history. They complete a true-false worksheet together or in groups. They discover achievements by hispanic members of society.
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The Chosen Quiz

For Students 10th - Higher Ed
For this online interactive reading comprehension worksheet, learners respond to 15 multiple choice questions about Chaim Potok's The Chosen. Students may submit their answers to be scored.
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Cinco de Mayo

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Young scholars investigate the Cinco de Mayo holiday. They discuss the history of Cinco de Mayo, listen to the Legend of the Mexican flag, color a worksheet of the Mexican flag, and create a class coat of arms.
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Los Californios

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders research the culture of Los Californios through primary sources. They examine maps and draw timelines of California historical dates. They investigate deeds and s of ranches and simulate property transactions.
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The Effects of European Exploration on the Americas

For Teachers 7th - 11th
In this effects of European exploration on the Americas study guide worksheet, students read a brief overview pertaining to the time period in world history and then respond to 2 reflection questions.
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Native People of the Caribbean

For Teachers 11th
Eleventh graders use a map and locate and define the Caribbean region and then work in groups to read the passage and timeline. The groups' reader will read the passage aloud and the recorder makes a list of why colonists used slave...
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The Not-So-Jolly Roger

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Students assemble details about a pirate voyage and choose which details to include on a postcard that pirate might have written home. They discuss the Pirate Code and determine what should be done in certain "Sticky Situations."
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ESL Adverbs of Degree and Reason- Likes and Habits

For Teachers 10th - 12th
In this ESL adverbs of degree and reason worksheet, students answer questions about books and films they like using the given format. They tell how much they like them by using comparisons. They describe the games and hobbies, and sort...
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Reading Comprehension: Simon Bolivar

For Students 3rd - 5th
In this reading comprehension/biography worksheet, students read 2 pages of information about Simon Bolivar. No comprehension questions are included, worksheets are for informational reading only.
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SLAVERY IN ARKANSAS, THE LIFE OF A SLAVE

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students participate in a variety of activities to demonstrate an understanding of mid 1800 role of slaves. Vocabulary, writing and math are integrated into the lesson.
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Web Wilderness

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders write an expository paper using notes taken during a field trip or a guest speaker.
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Jewish Women: Chief Cooks of Culture, Family, And Community

For Teachers Higher Ed
Students explore and analyze how one's culture, food, family and community end up having or shaping our environments as well as determine our destiny's. Food preparation serves as a key component in a Jewish woman's makeup and strength...
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HIT THE TRAIL

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Students draw three cattle trails that passed through Indian Territory, using a written description of the trails and will create a diary of trail life. Students research a historical trail as assigned. Students share their information...
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OpenStax

Open Stax: Foreign Policy 1890 1914: Spanish American War and Overseas Empire

For Students 11th - 12th
Looks at the development and evolution of the Spanish-American War, at Americans' views on imperialism at the end of this war, and at the relationship of this war with America's other international interests.
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Library of Congress

Loc: The Spanish American War in Motion Pictures

For Students 9th - 10th
A great web site about the first war that was ever filmed in motion pictures. Very complete collection on all aspects of the Spanish-American War.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Ap Us History Unit: Period 7: 1890 1945: Spanish American War

For Students 9th - 10th
This practice exercise from Khan Academy covers Period 7: 1890-1945 in American History. The Spanish-American War is reviewed in this resource. This resource is designed as a review for the AP US History Test.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Ap Us History Unit: Period 7: 1890 1945: The Spanish American War

For Students 9th - 10th
The study resource from Khan Academy provides an overview of Period 7: 1890-1945 in American History. The Spanish-American War is discussed in this lesson. This resource is designed as a review for the AP US History Test.

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