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Run for the Cup!

For Teachers 1st - 6th
Young scholars gather information about the Melbourne Cup horse race in Australia. Then they study the geometry and physics behind the design of a racetrack. Students also work in small groups to problem solve and design their own board...
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The Melbourne Cup- the Horse Race That Stops the Nation

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
In this Melbourne Cup reading comprehension worksheet, young scholars read an article about this famous horse race. Students answer 5 comprehension questions.
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Test Your Research Skills-- You Either Know It Or You Don't! 4

For Students 5th - 6th
In this research worksheet, students use Internet searches or reference books to answer 15 questions on a variety of subjects.
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You Either Know It or You Don't - Research Skills

For Students 4th - 7th
In this Internet research worksheet, students complete 15 fill in the blank questions where they must find the answers in a research library or on the Internet. An answer sheet is provided.
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National Museum of Australia: Flemington on Cup Day

For Students 9th - 10th
In this interactive virtual exhibit, explore Flemington, Australia's largest racecourse, on Melbourne Cup day. Learn about the fashions, horses, and people who have impacted this event in history.
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Australian Traditions

For Students 9th - 10th
A look at some Australian traditions, including Australia Day, St. Patrick's Day, Christmas, ANZAC Day, the Melbourne Cup, and how some of these traditions are different in Australia than in other nations.

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