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Students define the term legacy and examine how newspapers relay the notion of legacy. After reading an article, they explore the beliefts and accomplishments of Cardinal John O'Conner. They research different aspects of his career and the effects of his legacy on others. They identify their own vision of legacy and create a written representation of them.
Young scholars explore the precepts of the Catholic faith. In this Catholicism lesson, students discuss the basic beliefs of Catholicism and the responsibilities of the pope.
High schoolers consider civil rights during World War II. In this World War II activity, students examine selected documents and images from the war to determine how African Americans and women were seen during the era.
High schoolers interpret historical evidence presented in primary resources. In this World War II lesson plan, students examine racial relations during the war and then examine propaganda techniques employed by the United States during the war.
Young scholars will compare and contrast various forms of artistic expression associated with specific groups of people, geographic regions, or time periods. Investigate processes and beliefs used by various cultures and institutions, past and present, to create works of art -- Describe how artists use materials, tools, images, and ideas to create works of art.
What a great way to incorporate current social trends and a historical research project. The class completes to win the title of "American History Idol." They each choose a historical figure from a list of 100, research, evaluate informational text resources, and create a skit they will perform for the class. Each skit will be voted on and the winner receives an "American Historical Idol" t-shirt. Sounds like a blast.
Students read "Slavery's Past, Paved Over or Forgotten" from The New York Times and discuss as a class. This activity is the introduction for researching a topic on the history of slavery in the U.S. Student groups present their information at a teach-in.
Lech Walesa, named in an article by Timothy Garton Ash as one of Time Magazine’s Most Important People of the Century, is the subject of a short reading passage used in a comprehension quiz. Readers must draw directly and indirectly from the passage, and access provided links, to correctly respond to the prompts. An answer key is provided.
Present key facts about the significance and controversy surrounding the scientific revolution. It defines terms and discusses people and politics in a comprehensive way. This slide show also includes a flow chart outlining what students will do during a scientific experiment of their own.
Discover the natural resources in Iowa by studying it's history. In this environmental activity, your students will observe a topographical map of Iowa and identify where its most valuable resources are. They complete an Iowa name matching game and other activities based on the state's history.