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\nThe Washington Monument: Tribute in Stone (62)\n

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\nStudents decide why George Washington was so revered and why a monument was built in his honor. They discover how monument design changes over time.\n
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\nFamous Afro-Americans Historical Sites Recognized by the National Park System\n

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\nStudents use the library to find historical information about each Afro-American. They use magazines, articles from newspapers, and oral histories from video tapes and slide presentations to write biographical sketches about each...\n
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\nRosa Parks: Mini Biography\n

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\nDiscover the fascinating story of Rosa Parks, including the realities of segregation she was forced to face throughout her life, her monumental role in sparking the Montgomery Bus Boycott, and her continued fight for social...\n
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\nHarriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad\n

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\nWhile many have heard of Harriet Tubman, few are aware of the many ways this remarkable woman was involved in the United States Civil War, the abolitionist movement, and the Underground Railroad. Young historians examine primary source...\n
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\nSculpture: Statues, Monuments, and More\n

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\nStudents explore some of the components of sculpture through a variety of artists and their artwork. The six lessons of this unit utilize the sculptures experienced when students were studying American history and the Native Americans.\n
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\nPutting History in its Place\n

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\nExamine ways in which historic places and landmarks represent significant themes and events in American history. Then create theme-based travel guides for related historic locations. This lesson plan requires informational reference...\n
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\nAfrica\n

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\nSecond graders explore Africa. They label the popular places in Africa on a map. Students label the different cities and monuments that are popular in Africa. They discuss the similarities and differences between cities in Africa and...\n
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\nStatue of Liberty: A Famous Gift\n

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\nIn this Statue of Liberty worksheet, students read a passage, then answer 5 multiple choice questions; answers included on page 2.\n
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\nRemembering Abraham Lincoln\n

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\nAs part of their study of the contributions of Abraham Lincoln, class members design their own memorial for this great president.\n
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\nCartoons for the Classroom: Drawing on a Familiar Icon\n

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\nIn this current events worksheet, students analyze political cartoons about the feature American icons. Students respond to 4 talking point questions.\n
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\nTeddy Roosevelt\n

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\nLearners examine the life, contributions, and influence of Teddy Roosevelt. They view a slideshow lecture and take notes on a handout, filling in the blanks on the handout. Students then write a persuasive letter to a governmental...\n
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\nCreating a Website on Explorers\n

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\nPupils identify and research famous European explorers using a variety of sources. They compare and contrast the explorers drawing conlusions about the importance of each explorer. They design a web page on one explorer of their choice.\n
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\nRock 'N Roll Mount Rushmore\n

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\nStudents, in groups, gather information about the sculptor Gutzon Borglum and the four presidents he carved in the South Dakota mountain, Mt. Rushmore. Groups create a Rock 'n' Roll President brochure.\n
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\nA Day of Infamy:Analyzing FDR’s Pearl Harbor Address\n

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\nIn 1941 FDR spoke out on the events at Pearl Harbor. The class will get to analyze word choice,  word meaning, author's craft and structure by analyzing an actual draft of this speech. They will look critically at the words used,...\n
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\nTour Of South America\n

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\nStudents explore South America. In this geography lesson plan, students research landmarks of historical or national significance and use their findings to create slideshows.\n
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\nDelving Into Martin Luther King, Jr.’s Rhetoric\n

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\nMartin Luther King, Jr.'s \"I Have a Dream\" speech can inspire students to explore the world of rhetoric.\n
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\nA memorial for Ground Zero\n

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\nYoung scholars discuss memorials and design a memorial for the 9/11 victims.\n
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\nCracking Codes and Ciphers\n

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\nYoung scholars explore different codes and ciphers including Morse Code, Egyptian Hieroglyphs, and the Alphabet. They discuss how and why codes are used. Students create their own code and message to exchange with classmates.\n
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\nPoems Insprire Visual Art\n

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\nStudents examine artwork by artist Ernst Herter. They discuss what the art means to them. They create a collage to represent a poem of their chosing. They discover how literature is used as an inspiration for art.\n
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\nPbs: American Experience: Mount Rushmore\n

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\nThis resource contains descriptive and educational links about one of our country's most beloved national monuments: Mount Rushmore. Features interesting, little-known facts about the rationale, creation, and completion of the famous...\n
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\nNara: Teaching With Documents: Unfinished Lincoln Memorial Interactive Lesson\n

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\nThis interactive link provides both learners and teachers with historical insight to the symbolism behind the dramatic construction of one of our nation's greatest monuments. Site includes pictures of various moments in the construction...\n
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\nCrazy Horse Memorial: Crazy Horse Black Hills, South Dakota\n

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\nOfficial website of the carving in progress. A moving memorial to the spirit of Native Americans. Be sure to view the carving through the live webcam. Beautiful!\n
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\nCrazy Horse Memorial: Crazy Horse Black Hills, South Dakota\n

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\nOfficial website of the carving in progress. A moving memorial to the spirit of Native Americans. Be sure to view the carving through the live webcam. Beautiful!\n
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\nArlington National Cemetery: History of Arlington National Cemetery\n

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\nThe National Cemetery site gives information about the famous, and not-so-well-known people who are buried there: war heroes, presidents, chief justices, explorers, historical figures, etc.\n
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