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Tes: The Merchant of Venice 2015 Teacher Pack
[Free Registration/Login Required] This resource provides activities and assignments for The Merchant of Venice including looking at 16th century Venice, the societal structure and hierarchy, and at Portia's speeches.
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Science News for Students: Heaviest Named Element Is Official
Describes the discovery and naming of copernicum, the heaviest element on the Periodic Table, named after the 16th century scientist Nicolaus Copernicus.
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Famous Scientists: Tycho Brahe
Learn about this 16th century astronomer who was known for his accurate and comprehensive astronomical and planetary observations.
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Dulcians
An early predecessor of the bassoon, the dulcian is discussed in this site. Includes a brief history as well as other information about this 16th-century instrument.
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Ivan the Terrible
History for Kids article on Ivan the Terrible, Russian Czar in the 16th Century who is credited with expanding Russian territory to over one billion acres. Includes teacher resources.
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History for Kids: Johannes Gutenberg
History for Kids features the history of Johannes Guttenberg a German goldsmith, printer and publisher who is best known for developing a Movable Type for printing. Includes worksheets, activities and quizzes.
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