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Laws of Civil Rights
Students investigate the Civil Rights Act of 1964. In this segregation instructional activity, students explore the rights that were guaranteed by the legislation as well as attempts by southerners to stop African Americans from voting....
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Reading Test -- B1 Level
In this reading test worksheet, students read about Nelson Mandela. Students read a biography of Nelson Mandela and answer questions about what they read.
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Introduction to the Early Origins of the Cold War
In this Cold War activity, learners read an article titled "Introduction to the Early Origins of the Cold War," and then make a list of key dates and events from the selection.
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Irritating British Bedtime Habits
Young scholars read an article that discusses bedtime habits in Britain. In this lesson, students explore the complaints of people and their night time habits, then complete several activities to expand their thoughts on the article.Â
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The Reality of War
Students use research materials developed earlier. They synthesize data to formulate an argument for or against war. Students use their notes to address what the possible answers could be.
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Aids to Communication
Students define an aid to communication, give an example of an aid to communication, and develop an aid to communication. Students also describe the aid's use and applicability
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Federal Holidays
Students learn the history and why each Federal holiday is celebrated. Students identify how the celebration of each holiday ties the nation together.
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Peacekeepers in Haiti
Students facilitate a list of peacekeepers heading to Haiti. Students answer the question What is the UN? Students introduced to the concept of conflict. Students relate peacekeeping to the 20th century and even in their own backyards.
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Human Rights and Discrimination
Fifth graders create a KWL chart on discrimination and human rights. While reading different stories, they take notes on each character in the books. To end the lesson, they discuss the forms of discrimination today and how African...
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Bill of Rights -- Texas v. Johnson, 1989
Students examine the First Amendment of the Bill of Rights. During a visit to the George Bush Presidential Museum, they watch a video about the Texas v. Johnson flag burning case. In groups, they discover the role of the Supreme Court...