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Reasons to Settle in America
Young scholars complete a research project. In this American History activity, students work in groups to research reasons that people wanted to settle in America. Young scholars record the information, share what they found...
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Ancestors
Students investigate the concepts of ancestors and citizenship. In this citizenship activity, students listen to Betsy Maestro's Coming to America . They learn the definitions of immigrants and melting pot using a recipe for Rice Krispie...
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Nyc 100: Immigrant Stories and Information
Read immigration stories of families enduring the hardships to start a new life in America. The site contains stories as well as links to immigrant resources.
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New York Discovery and Settlement
Gain an understanding of the settlement of Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island.