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The Luck of the Irish

For Teachers 4th - 9th
Students are introduced to a variety of customs and traditions relating to the culture of Ireland. They view a video, explore the art of storytelling, research sport origins, cook Irish food and discuss well-known Irish proverbs.
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St. Patrick's Day: James Joyce

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Whether it's St. Patrick's Day or not, this lesson can be a great way to study James Joyce and how his heritage has influenced his writing. The lesson is meant to be used with the Gale database, specifically the Student Resource Center...
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Constitutional Rights Foundation

History of Immigration Through the 1850s

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Everyone living in the United States today is a descendant from an immigrant—even Native Americans. Learn about the tumultuous history of American immigration with a reading passage that discusses the ancient migration over the Bering...
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Growing Shamrocks!

For Teachers Pre-K - K
Students discover Irish heritage by planting seeds.  In this botany lesson, students utilize a shamrock cookie cutter to create a form which they can grow alfalfa inside.  Students observe the plant growing over the next few weeks.
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Origami

For Teachers 2nd - 8th
Students investigate Japanese culture by creating origami.  In this Asian heritage lesson, students utilize the Internet to view origami tutorials which they use to create birds and other animals.  Students discuss what "heritage" means...
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Magic Words, Magic Brush: The Art of William Butler and Jack Yeats

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students explore the influence of the landscape of Ireland on shaping the poetry of William Butler Yeats. They work in groups researching the growth of the Irish Nationalist Movement, Celtic origins, invasions, and the impact on the...
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Disenfranchised People of the New Nation

For Teachers 8th
Why are some immigrant groups in the United States embraced while others become disenfranchised? To answer this question, teams investigate why groups emigrated to the US, why some of these these peoples were disenfranchised, and their...
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American Immigration Past and Present

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Young scholars simulate a Commission hearing in which the class attempt to arrive at an immigration policy; individual essays by each student; and, if time permits, individual or group projects based on some aspect of America's...
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Compare and Contrast the French Cinderella with Other Cultural Versions

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Students first compare and contrast the traditional French Cinderella with Cinderella stories from around the world as well as the opera synopsis. Students write their own Cinderella stories, personalizing them with aspects from their...
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Group Rehearsal

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Students study their national and family heritage while working in groups.  In this personal history project, students examine the family shield or crest of the teacher while preparing to create and share their own with the class....
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The History and Culture of Ireland

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Ireland has an interesting history that can lead to a variety of motivating lessons.
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Historic Overview of Ireland

For Students 5th - 8th
Erin go bragh! Young historians fill out a note-taking guide as they view a presentation on the history of Ireland. Beginning with the early BC and AD eras, they discover the Stone Age, Bronze Age, the impact of the Vikings, and Easter...
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Bunratty Castle Activities Guide

For Teachers 5th - 8th Standards
Accompany the Bunratty Castle presentation with a variety of activities that encourage information recall, and creative thinking. Activities include writing an occupation story, designing a tapestry, acting out castle roles, and more! 
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Let's Discuss Current Events

For Teachers 4th - 12th
Investigate articles from the daily news and share opinions with classmates. Using current events, learners view a news program without sound and predict what news is being discussed by analyzing the visuals. Then they read news articles...
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Reading and Written Composition: Standardized Test Practice: Standardized Test Practice

For Students 6th - 8th
In this online interactive standardized test practice worksheet, students answer 48 multiple choice questions regarding reading comprehension and language arts skills. Students may submit their answers to be scored.
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Immigration Unit

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders develop an appreciate for the various cultures that are present in their local community. Through reading and research, they explain how various culture came to live in their area. At the conclusion of the unit, 3rd...
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Creating a Map

For Teachers 1st - 6th
Students create a map of their community. In this mapping lesson, students identify various geographical features and the cardinal directions on maps displayed in the classroom. Students are divided into three groups to create a large...
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Creating Posters

For Teachers K - 5th
Students design original posters that encourage good attitudes towards the environment.  In this positive environment activity, students brainstorm and create a list of positive behaviors for a good environment.  Students create posters...
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Fictional Characters

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students explore fictional characters. In this fictional characters lesson, students hear information about a character then ask and answer questions. Students also answer true/false questions about the character and make a mini book...
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My Childhood Portrait

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
Young scholars practice descriptive writing by viewing auto-portraits of young children.  In this art analysis instructional activity, students examine an auto-portrait of their teacher as a young child and ask him/her questions about...
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Presentation of Family Shield or Crest

For Teachers 2nd - 5th
Young scholars present their family shield or crest that was created during the first part of this lesson. In this historical arts lesson, students present their family shield to their classmates and are graded based on the included...
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President Barack Obama

For Students 3rd - 4th
For this American history worksheet, students read a biography about President Barack Obama and complete 8 multiple choice questions.
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The Battle of Lexington

For Teachers 4th - 7th
Young scholars discover the Missouri River and its importance during the Civil War.  In this U.S. history lesson plan, students examine a map of the great Battle of Lexington, and discuss why the Missouri River was a key element to the...
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Day Four: Environmental Responsibility

For Teachers 1st - 2nd
Students discuss environmental responsibility. In this environment lesson, students create a story with the teacher with four made up characters. They have these characters do environmentally responsible and irresponsible behaviors and...