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State of Michigan: How a Bill Becomes a Law [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Learn the steps involved in making a new law. The document explains how bills become laws in the state of Michigan, but the process is the same as it is for other states as well.
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Lumbering in Michigan

For Students 3rd - 8th
Use this article to learn the history of the lumber business in the state of Michigan. Find out how lumber availability and ample rivers have made this industry a valuable one throughout the state.
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State of Michigan: Mi Kids

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Kids don't have to be residents of Michigan to enjoy this site! There is lots of information as well as fun activities contained in six sub-categories: Yikes! Central (safety), sightseeing, way back when, you.gov, our backyard, and map it.
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History.com: Michigan

For Students 9th - 10th
Take a detailed look at the state of Michigan! 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,...
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NSTATE

Michigan State Symbols

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the symbols of the state of Michigan. Click on the word to be taken to a picture and information about the symbol, including when it was adopted.
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S.E. Schlosser

American Folklore: Michigan Folklore

For Students 3rd - 5th Standards
Read brief folktales, myths and legends from the state of Michigan.
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University of Michigan

University of Michigan: Eastern European Study Seminar: Chelmno

For Students 9th - 10th
A large colletion of photos of the current state of the Chelmno death camp in Poland and the memorials built there to remember the people who were exterminated there during World War II.
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Kidport

Kidport: United States of America Geography

For Students 3rd - 5th
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.
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Enchanted Learning

Enchanted Learning: Michigan

For Students 3rd - 5th
This site has a colorful display of information about Michigan. It contains a map, pictures, a list of state symbols, and links to related information.
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DLTK

Michigan State Map

For Students 3rd - 8th
Provides a blank map of Michigan. Teachers will find many uses for this in the classroom. Students will enjoy coloring it and locating different parts of the state.
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Michigan State University

Michigan State University: The Making of Modern Michigan

For Students Pre-K - 1st
The libraries of Michigan have collaborated on this project to provide a comprehensive history of the state online. Photographs, articles, letters, and sound recordings are included in the impressive collection.
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University of Michigan

University of Michigan: Usa Weather

For Students 9th - 10th
This site gives current weather information by state.
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State of Michigan: Jobs

For Students 9th - 10th
Michigan's Department of Civil Service has information on jobs, internships, resumes, and more.
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University of Michigan

University of Michigan: Museums

For Students 9th - 10th
Links to dozens of art museums all over the world, by geographic region.
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University of Michigan

University of Michigan: Intramural Sports Program

For Students 9th - 10th
The home for intramural sports at the University of Michigan lets you see how a large state-run university runs its intramural sports program.
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A&E Television

History.com: The States

For Students 9th - 10th
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.
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Ducksters

Ducksters: United States Geography for Kids: Michigan

For Students 1st - 9th
Kids learn facts and geography about the state of Michigan including symbols, flag, capital, bodies of water, industry, borders, population, fun facts, GDP, famous people, and major cities.
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Johns Hopkins University

The Johns Hopkins University: Michigan State Maps

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides several maps of Michigan.
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US Department of Agriculture

Economic Research Service: Michigan State Fact Sheet

For Students 9th - 10th
At this site you can explore a state fact sheet on Michigan from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. You will find information on the population, farm characteristics, and top commodities and exports.
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Seeking Michigan

For Students 9th - 10th
Look no further if you are in search of the history of the people, places, and businesses of Michigan. Seeking Michigan offers a variety of mediums to share the state's stories.
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Library of Congress

Loc: America's Story: Michigan

For Students 3rd - 5th
Discover the "Great Lakes State." Learn all of the different nicknames for Michigan. Library of Congress website gives us a wide range of information.
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CRW Flags

Flags of the World: Clickable Map of the United States

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Includes both printable images and fascinating trivia behind the flag of each state. It includes alternate flags used in the past.
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Detroit Institute of Arts: Homepage

For Students 9th - 10th
The Detroit Institute of Arts is the fifth-largest fine arts museum in the United States, with over 60,000 works. Individual artworks may be viewed in "Collections". Areas include Asian art, African, Oceanic, and New World art, ancient...
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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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