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A&E Television

History.com: Alaska

For Students 9th - 10th
Take a detailed look at the state of Alaska! From its earliest history and peoples, to present day facts which include population, climate, geography, plants and animals, economy, government, cultural life, sports and recreation,...
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State of Alaska: Student Information

For Students 3rd - 8th
A comprehensive site that contains a wealth of information about Alaska. State Seal, Flower, Fish, Tree, Bird are but a few of the topics covered. A number of links to other Alaskan sites.
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Alaska History and Cultural Studies: Governing Alaska

For Students 9th - 10th
The history of Alaska's government from the time it was first purchased from Russia up until it became a state is described. The structure of its government today is also explained.
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NSTATE

Alaska State Symbols and Emblems

For Students 9th - 10th
Find out all about the state symbols and emblems of Alaska. Clicking on the words under the heading "Symbol/Emblem" will usually provide a picture and more information. The date the symbol was adopted is also included.
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Alaska Vacation and Travel Information: Explore Alaska's Regions

For Students 9th - 10th
This portal site provides information, maps, photographs and tourist information for each of Alaska's primary geographic regions, such as the Inside Passage where Glacier Bay is located.
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Anchorage Museum: Alaska Gallery: Alutiiq and Aleut/unangan

For Students 9th - 10th
The Anchorage Museum in Alaska provides a lengthy comprehensive overview of Alutiiq and Aleut history and culture. Includes details on daily life, dioramas, art, ceremonial objects, clothing, and more.
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Alberta Online Encyclopedia

Alberta Online Encyclopedia: Constructing the Alaska Highway

For Students 9th - 10th
The construction of the Alaska Highway through northern Canada and Alaska is profiled in this interactive web site. Road maps, cost of construction,reason for building, photos..and more are included to create a clear image of this...
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The Alaska Department of Education & Early Development

For Teachers 9th - 10th
The Alabama Department of Education & Early Development, among other topics, provides the latest in education news, information about teaching school in Alaska, student testing and the graduation exam, educational standards, and much...
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State of Alaska: Department of Education: Alaska's Gold

For Students 9th - 10th
Information, stories, historical images, and documents about the discovery of gold in Alaska in the late nineteenth century.
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Agriculture in the Classroom

National Agriculture in the Classroom: A Look at Alaska Agriculture [Pdf]

For Students 3rd - 8th
Use this site to learn about a variety of aspects of the agricultural industry. You will find bulleted facts on the Alaska climate, soil, crops, and animals.
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The Alaska Climate Research Center

For Students 9th - 10th
See the current and past weather conditions of Alaska. Take a look at a webcam set up in Fairbanks, Alaska for current conditions.
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Alaska Department of Education: Statistics and Reports

For Teachers 9th - 10th
The Alaska Department of Education & Early Development provides a summary of statistics from Alaskan public schools.
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US Fish and Wildlife Service

U.s. Fish and Wildlife Service: Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act

For Students 9th - 10th
Scanned and uploaded pages of the Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act.
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Cayuse Canyon

The Us50: Alaska

For Students 9th - 10th
Presents extensive information regarding Alaska's history, cities, geography, state parks, tourism, and historic sites. A fact sheet of information and a quiz are also available.
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Alaska State Map

For Students 3rd - 5th
Provides a blank map of Alaska.
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The State of Alaska Official Site

For Students 9th - 10th
This is the state of Alaska homepage where the user can access a plethora of information about this state. Information is provided on items such as visitor information, doing business in Alaska, and more.
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Read Works

Read Works: Getting Around Alaska

For Teachers K - 1st Standards
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about how people get around in Alaska by using skis, dogsleds, and snowmobiles. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
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The Geography of Alaska

For Students 3rd - 5th
Netstate provides facts about the geography of the state of Alaska such as its geographic center, total area, elevations and much more.
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Alaska Travelers Accomm.: Area Map, Southeast Alaska

For Students 9th - 10th
These maps show areas in Southeast Alaska. You also will find tourist information about each of the areas at this site.
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Library of Congress

Loc: A Russian Settlement in Alaska

For Teachers 9th - 10th
In the early 19th century, most of the land that is now Alaska was claimed by the Russian empire, and its most significant community was Novo-Arkhangelsk, which today is called Sitka. From 1808 until the sale of Alaska to the United...
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Academy of American Poets

Poets.org: Alaska Poets

For Students 9th - 10th
Poets.org provides an overview of the poets from a particular state. The overview for Alaska includes information on featured poets (John Haines, Linda Bierds, and Robert W. Service) and poems specifically about Alaska.
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Alaska Native Heritage Center: Inupiaq & St. Lawrence Island Yupik

For Students 9th - 10th
Presents an introduction to the traditions and customs of the Inupiaq and St.Lawrence Island Yupik peoples of Alaska with emphasis on their distinct culture.
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Alaska Department of Education: A Place for Teachers

For Teachers 9th - 10th
The Alaska Department of Education & Early Development provides various resources specifically dedicated for teachers. Content includes teacher certification information, assessment information, curriculum and instruction...
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Alaska Department of Education: A Place for Teachers

For Teachers 9th - 10th
The Alaska Department of Education & Early Development provides various resources specifically dedicated for teachers. Content includes teacher certification information, assessment information, curriculum and instruction...

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