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Defying Convention: A World of Black and White

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners watch a series known as "Unforgiveable Blackness". They examine the history of interracial marriage. They analyze how Jack Johnson was affected by this development.
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A Nation Counts

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers explore the functions of the U.S. Census. For this civics lesson plan, students understand the origins of the census and its role in U.S. history, recognize the political importance of apportionment based purely on...
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The Heritage of Puerto Rico and Cuba

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students examine the influences of the Hispanic culture in the United States. In groups, they read about the life of a slave in Cuba and identify the misconceptions are discussed. As a class, they define racism, read an essay and...
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Voyage to Freedom - What Does It Mean?

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders investigate the Underground Railroad by creating a quilt.  For this U.S. History lesson, 5th graders discuss the history of slavery through a class "word splash" and by reading an Underground Railroad map online.  Students...
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Coal Flowers

For Teachers 1st - 8th
Let's make coal flowers! With this fun activity, young learners watch and learn as they grow crystals! With simple household materials and the instructions included in this lesson plan, your class can grow their own crystals. Learners...
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Letters from the Japanese American Internment

For Teachers 4th - 12th
Students examine letters of Japanese-American children during internment in World War II. They discover what it was like in the camps and how they were treated once they were released. They also view photographs of the camps.
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Gender Roles

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students explore psychology by answering gender study questions. In this sexuality lesson, students discuss the stereotypes often referred to men and woman and what the truth is about their characteristics and abilities. Students...
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Paper Mola - Reverse appplique

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Young scholars investigate mola artwork from Panama. They discover the choices necessary to create a successful piece. Students understand the color and shape choices necessary for this art form.
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History of American Child Labor

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students study the historical and social issue of child labor. They examine the photographs of Lewis Hine to see evidence of child labor and decide how the photographs depict the historical impact of the practice. They write a letter to...
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Infusing Equity by Gender Into the Classroom

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students examine the gender equality of past civilizations. In this interdisciplinary lesson, students use history books to determine which of the ancient Greek City States was the most equitable concerning gender. Students will then...
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The Choice -- Abortion

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students discuss the options when finding out they are pregnant in middle school or high school. In groups, they research the history of abortion along with the complications that can arise. As a class, they discuss the reasons why the...
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Human Ecology: How it Relates to Population

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders are introduced to the concept of population. In groups, they research the problems associated with overpopulation and underpopulation. They practice calculating birth and death rates and discus how they can be used to...
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Jewish Diversity: Travels of Jewish Foods and Jewish Families

For Teachers 2nd - 5th
Students are introduced to Jewish history thorugh food and various ingredients. As a class, they read a passage from the Bible about the exodus from Egypt and answer discussion questions. They make traditional Jewish meals with their...
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"This is Not a Story to Pass On": Teaching Toni Morrison's Beloved

For Teachers 10th
Tenth graders read "Beloved" by Toni Morrison. In groups, they research the life and works of Morrison and read a speech by Sojouner Truth. Using the novel, they discuss the experiences of slaves and the effect of slavery on their...
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Girls Around the World: Communicating Through First-Person Narratives

For Teachers 5th - 12th
Teams select a society to investigate and create a chart comparing and contrasting the status of girls in that society with their own. They then craft and illustrate a personal narrative written from the point of view of a girl living in...
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Hammurabi's Code

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
Students explore philosophy by analyzing a historic quote. For this fairness lesson, students read a quote by Hammurabi which discusses whether law is for punishing the bad or rewarding the good. Students examine the Ten Commandments and...
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How Michigan Law Affects You

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students examine how the laws in Michigan affect their lives. They use primary source documents to analyze the state's history. They discuss laws pertaining to women as well.
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The Walk

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students gather information from the local community about a walking trail. They create a brochure highlighting the women from the community. They walk to every site in which women made an impact.
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The Jewish Community in America, Past and Present

For Teachers 2nd - 5th
Students examine the beginnings of the Jewish Community in America. Using the internet, they examine the role of Jewish organizations and resources that are available to them. They compare and contrast the view of the community they...
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Splitting the Atom

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students use the Internet to research the history of the splitting of the atom. They use that research to prepare a presentation on an aspect of that topic. A map is generated to record findings and results.
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A Woman's Crusade: Dorothea Dix

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Pupils examine the life and reform efforts of Dorothea Dix on behalf of people with disabilities. They also examine the role of women in the 1840s and 1850s. They discover different sources of examples of citizen's rights.
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Words in the News: Education Bill Backs India's Poor

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students discuss different groups of people who have been discriminated in the history of the world. They practice using new vocabulary words. In groups, they match the word with its definition.
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Puppet Show

For Teachers 1st - 3rd
Students explore politics by defining several jobs in the government. For this House of Representatives lesson, students identify several important roles men and women have in the House as well as the Senate. Students identify what it is...
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Famous Hoosiers: Madam C.J. Walker

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students examine the role of women in Indiana history. They complete a pre-test and discuss the life and works of Madam C. J. Walker. They practice using new vocabulary as well.

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