Curated OER
The Role of Philanthropy in an Ever-Changing World: Making a Plan
Students identify the needs of the community and the decision-making process used to meet those needs. They plan a service project for the local community and participate in carrying out the plan.
Curated OER
Boombox Classroom: Native American
In this music instructional activity, learners circle names of Native American tribes or nations. They answer three true/false questions. Students answer 3 multiple choice question about the history of Native America. They name 8 music...
Curated OER
Social Action Project-Phone Calls
Students investigate how to make a professional telephone call. In this communications lesson, students choose an organization to volunteer at and place a call to the organization to ask questions. Students discuss the phone conversation...
Other
State of Alaska: Student Information
A comprehensive site that contains a wealth of information about Alaska. State Seal, Flower, Fish, Tree, Bird are but a few of the topics covered. A number of links to other Alaskan sites.
Other
The State of Alaska Official Site
This is the state of Alaska homepage where the user can access a plethora of information about this state. Information is provided on items such as visitor information, doing business in Alaska, and more.
Other
State of Alaska: Department of Education: Alaska's Gold
Information, stories, historical images, and documents about the discovery of gold in Alaska in the late nineteenth century.
A&E Television
History.com: Alaska
Take a detailed look at the state of Alaska! 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,...
NSTATE
Alaska State Symbols and Emblems
Find out all about the state symbols and emblems of Alaska. Clicking on the words under the heading "Symbol/Emblem" will usually provide a picture and more information. The date the symbol was adopted is also included.
Other
The Alaska Department of Education & Early Development
The Alabama Department of Education & Early Development, among other topics, provides the latest in education news, information about teaching school in Alaska, student testing and the graduation exam, educational standards, and much...
NSTATE
The Geography of Alaska
Netstate provides facts about the geography of the state of Alaska such as its geographic center, total area, elevations and much more.
Other
Alaska History and Cultural Studies: Governing Alaska
The history of Alaska's government from the time it was first purchased from Russia up until it became a state is described. The structure of its government today is also explained.
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.
Cayuse Canyon
The Us50: Alaska
Presents extensive information regarding Alaska's history, cities, geography, state parks, tourism, and historic sites. A fact sheet of information and a quiz are also available.
Other
Alaska Library Association (Akla)
In addition to information about the organization, its events and conferences, the resource provides links to numerous libraries within the state.
Kidport
Kidport: United States of America Geography
This site contains a fun way to learn about the states within the United States. Click on the state that you want to learn more about and it provides facts, geographic landmarks, points of interest, major industries, a quiz and more.
S.E. Schlosser
American Folklore: Alaska Folklore
Read a brief folktale, myth or legend from the state of Alaska.
Library of Congress
Loc: The Alaska Purchase: Debating the Sale
The 1867 Treaty of Cession, in which the United States purchased Alaska from the Russian empire, marked an unusually peaceful transition. The purchase of Alaska was done under amicable circumstances, and both Russia and the U.S. felt...
Other
Alaska Department of Education: Standards
The Alaska Department of Education & Early Development provides the state standards for Alaska students, schools, and educators.
Other
Alaska Department of Education: A Place for Teachers
The Alaska Department of Education & Early Development provides various resources specifically dedicated for teachers. Content includes teacher certification information, assessment information, curriculum and instruction...
Other
Alaska Department of Education: A Place for Teachers
The Alaska Department of Education & Early Development provides various resources specifically dedicated for teachers. Content includes teacher certification information, assessment information, curriculum and instruction...
Other
Alaska State Library
The library explains its resources and services. Residents of the state may ask for a password and gain access to the library's catalog of books, magazines, and newspapers.
Academy of American Poets
Poets.org: Alaska Poets
Poets.org provides an overview of the poets from a particular state. The overview for Alaska includes information on featured poets (John Haines, Linda Bierds, and Robert W. Service) and poems specifically about Alaska.
Ducksters
Ducksters: United States Geography for Kids: Alaska
Kids learn facts and geography about the state of Alaska including symbols, flag, capital, bodies of water, industry, borders, population, fun facts, GDP, famous people, and major cities.