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Alabama Learning Exchange

Coral Reefs

For Teachers 4th
Study explore coral reefs. In this coral reef lesson, 4th graders examine the physical structure of coral reefs. Students consider why coral reefs need to be protected and ways to protect them.
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Curated OER

States of Fitness

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
Students participate in physical activities coordinating to divisions on a map.
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Curated OER

LESSON 3: Riding the Underground Railroad

For Teachers 6th - 7th
Students explore the Underground Railroad.
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A&E Television

History.com: Alabama

For Students 9th - 10th
Take a detailed look at the state of Alabama! 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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University of Texas at Austin

Ut Library: Perry Castaneda Maps of Alabama

For Students 9th - 10th
Here you will find state and city maps (including outline and topographical maps) of Alabama. Also includes historical maps and maps of Alabama's National Parks.
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Alabama Humanities Foundation

Encyclopedia of Alabama

For Students 9th - 10th
The Encyclopedia of Alabama should be your first stop if you are interested in the history, culture, politics, geography or most other topics relating to Alabama. From the importance of the aerospace industry to the significance of folk...
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Other

University of Alabama: Alabama Maps

For Students 9th - 10th
This page contains 3575 maps of Alabama. Includes historical and contemporary maps.
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NSTATE

The Geography of Alabama

For Students 3rd - 8th
Get the facts about the geography of the state of Alabama from its geographic center to its total area, to elevations and much more.
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Cayuse Canyon

The Us50: Alabama

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides excellent information regarding Alabama'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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Johns Hopkins University

Johns Hopkins University: Alabama State Maps

For Students 9th - 10th
Check out this site from the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory for several different types of maps for the state of Alabama. You can find everything from a county map to a shaded relief map. If you are looking for map...
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Johns Hopkins University

Johns Hopkins University: Alabama State Maps

For Students 9th - 10th
Check out this site from the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory for several different types of maps for the state of Alabama. You can find everything from a county map to a shaded relief map. If you are looking for map...
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US Geological Survey

Geological Survey: Activities in Alabama

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource presents current information regarding the US Geological Survey activities in Alabama.
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Agriculture in the Classroom

National Agriculture in the Classroom: A Look at Alabama 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 Alabama climate, soil, crops, and animals.
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Ducksters

Ducksters: Alabama State History for Kids

For Students 1st - 9th
Kids learn about the history and timeline of the state of Alabama including early explorers, Native Americans, the Civil War, and Civil Rights.
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Alabama Humanities Foundation

Encyclopedia of Alabama: Cultural Geography of Alabama

For Students 9th - 10th
Detailed encyclopedia entry describing the history, traditions, and demographic changes in Alabama's two cultural regions.
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Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: Edible Alabama and Her Agricultural Resources

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
This is a great culminating activity after a unit study on the natural resources of the state of Alabama. Students will investigate some of Alabama's agricultural resources and create a multimedia presentation about one of them or recipe...
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Alabama Humanities Foundation

Encyclopedia of Alabama: Agriculture: Agriculture in Alabama

For Students 9th - 10th
Detailed encyclopedia entry describing the history of agriculture in Alabama and how its landscape has changed throughout the years.
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DLTK

Kidzone: Alabama State Map

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides a blank map of Alabama.
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Ducksters

Ducksters: United States Geography for Kids: Alabama

For Students 1st - 9th
Kids learn facts and geography about the state of Alabama including symbols, flag, capital, bodies of water, industry, borders, population, fun facts, GDP, famous people, and major cities.
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Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: Wandering Alabama

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
This instructional activity is a fun fact gathering mission! Alabama is rich in history, museums, natural and manmade attractions, and some just plain wacky attractions. Learners will work in collaborative groups to create a guide to...
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Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: The Study of Human Geography

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Geographers are social scientists who are interested in human activities as well as the physical environment. Human geography includes a wide range of topics, such as the study of languages, religions, customs, economics, and political...
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Kidport

Kidport: United States of America Geography

For Students 3rd - 5th
This site contains a fun way to learn about the states within the United States. Click on the state that you want to learn more about and it provides facts, geographic landmarks, points of interest, major industries, a quiz and more.
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50 States

50 States: Alabama (Al)

For Students 3rd - 8th
Find here a collection of links to information about the state of Alabama. Categories include facts, government, geography, education, people, attractions, history, industry, and miscellaneous.
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Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: Classroom Feud

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
As part of a unit about the state of Alabama, students spend time collecting information about the state, which they in turn report to a classroom in another state using distance learning equipment. Then the two classroms in different...