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University of Florida

Baldwin Library: History of the United States in Rhyme by Robert C. Adams

For Students 3rd - 6th
This is an online photocopy of the original text of the children's book History of the United States in Rhyme by Robert C. Adams (c1884), a long poem of the history of the U.S. through the war with Spain.
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National Endowment for the Humanities

Neh: Edsit Ement: Like Father, Like Son: Presidential Families

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
In U.S. history, two families have had a father and a son hold the office of President. Students can use research skills to look into the office of the President and the two families that have followed the old adage - "Like father, like...
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US Geological Survey

U.s. Geological Survey: Earthquakes for Kids

For Students 3rd - 8th
A collection of articles, games, printouts, facts, science fair ideas, and links through which students learn about the history and science of earthquakes and also explore what it takes to be an "earthquake scientist."
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US Government Publishing Office

Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Symbols of u.s. Government: Flag of the United States (Grades 3 5)

For Students 3rd - 8th
Ben's Guide is a fun way to present US laws to students grades K-12. This site presents a brief history of the American flag. Links to related sites are available.
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US Government Publishing Office

Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Symbols of u.s. Government: Flag of the United States (Grades K 2)

For Students 3rd - 8th
Ben's Guide is a fun way to present US laws to students grades K-12. This site presents a brief history of the song American flag. Links to related sites are available.
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US Mint

U.s. Mint: Circulating Coins: One Cent Coin (Penny)

For Students 3rd - 8th
Read the complete history of the current circulating Lincoln penny. Find out about the symbols, size, and the metal composition of this coin.
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US Government Publishing Office

Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Government Buildings: The Supreme Court

For Students 3rd - 5th
Offers a brief history and detailed description of the Supreme Court Building in Washington, DC.
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US Government Publishing Office

Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Songs and Oaths: The Pledge of Allegiance (3 5)

For Students 3rd - 8th
Includes the words to the Pledge of Allegiance with accompanying facts about its history and code of rules that is appropriate for younger students.
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US Mint

U.s. Mint: Coin Curricula: Lincoln Cent (Penny)

For Students 1st - 8th
Find out the history of the Lincoln cent, then print a copy of the design. Links to games and other activities follow the information.
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US Mint

U.s. Mint: Coin Curricula: Return to Monticello Nickel

For Students 1st - 8th
Find out the history of the Monticello Nickel, then print a copy of the design. Links to games and other activities follow the information.
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US Mint

U.s. Mint: Coin Curricula: Roosevelt Dime

For Students 1st - 8th
Find out the history of the Roosevelt Dime, then print a copy of the design. Links to games and other activities follow the information.
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US Mint

U.s. Mint: Coin Curricula: Half Dollar

For Students 1st - 8th
Find out the history of the half dollar coin, then print a copy of the design. Links to games and other activities follow the information.
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US Mint

U.s. Mint: Circulating Coins: Ten Cent Coin (Dime)

For Students 3rd - 8th
Read the complete history of the current circulating dime. Find out about the symbols, size, and the metal composition of this coin.
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US Mint

U.s. Mint: Coin Curricula: Quarter

For Students 1st - 8th
Find out the history of the Quarter, then print a copy of the design. Links to games and other activities follow the information.
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US Government Publishing Office

Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Statues and Memorials: Marine Corps War Memorial

For Students 3rd - 8th
Provides images, a brief history of the Battle of Iwo Jima in World War II, and a description of the Marine Corps War Memorial honoring the men of the United States Marine Corps who died in combat.
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US Government Publishing Office

Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Statues and Memorials: Tomb of the Unknowns

For Students 3rd - 8th
Features the history behind the construction of the Tomb of the Unknowns and descriptive details of the tomb itself.
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US Mint

U.s. Mint: Circulating Coins: Twenty Five Cent Coin (Quarter)

For Students 3rd - 8th
Read the complete history of the current circulating quarter. Find out about the symbols, size, and the metal composition of this coin.
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US Government Publishing Office

Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Songs and Oaths: America

For Students 3rd - 8th
Ben's Guide is a fun way to present US laws to students grades K-12. This site presents a brief history of the song "America" (My Country 'Tis of Thee). Links to related sites are available.
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Colonial Williamsburg Foundation

Colonial Williamsburg: 18th Century Clothing

For Students 3rd - 5th
This resource provides a history of men's and women's clothing in colonial times. Includes photographs.
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Lin and Don Donn

Lin and Don Donn: u.s. History Lessons: Holidays: Kwanzaa

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Site provides brief background information about Kwanzaa but is primarily a repository of lesson plan ideas, games and clip art.
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Read Works

Read Works: u.s. Presidents James Monroe

For Teachers 4th
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about James Monroe, the fifth President of the United States. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
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Read Works

Read Works: u.s. Presidents George Washington

For Teachers 4th
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about George Washington, the first President of the United States. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
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Read Works

Read Works: u.s. Presidents John Quincy Adams

For Teachers 4th
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about John Quincy Adams, the sixth President of the United States. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
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Read Works

Read Works: u.s. Presidents Andrew Jackson

For Teachers 4th
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about Andrew Jackson, the seventh President of the United States. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.

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