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Geographyiq

Geography Iq: Peru

For Students 9th - 10th
Comprehensive site that gives you "Facts at a Glance" or more in-depth information about such topics as geography, people, economy, climate, or foreign relations. Have fun exploring the South American country of Peru.
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Library of Congress

Loc: Teachers: Child Labor in America

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Historical photographs provide students with a firsthand look at the issue of child labor during the late-nineteenth and early-twentieth centuries. In this lesson plan, students will use photographs to further understanding of the...
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Other

Afl Cio America's Union Movement

For Students 9th - 10th
The AFL-CIO (American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations) enables working people to have a voice on the job and in the government through the creation of labor unions. This very extensive website offers...
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US Department of State

U.s. Dept. Of State: Saudi Arabia

For Students 9th - 10th
Scroll down on this site to read about the relationship between the Saudi and American governments. This site also has information on Saudi Arabia's history, government, politics, and economy.
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Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History

Gilder Lehrman Institute: History Now: Every Citizen a Soldier: World War Ii Posters on the Home Front

For Students 9th - 10th
An article from the quarterly journal, History Now, discusses the importance of posters in World War II in encouraging support in the United States for the war. See examples of posters and read about how they emphasized the role of every...
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PBS

News Hour Extra: Trade Wars the Candidates Take a Stand

For Teachers 9th - 10th
A lesson plan that looks at the 2004 election in the United States and the country's economic issues. Which candidate do you think has the best economic policy?
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University of Nebraska Omaha

Ec Ed Web: Virtual Economics Web Companion

For Teachers 9th - 10th
The Virtual Economics Web Companion for K-12 economics and social studies teachers was created by the National Council on Economic Education. A wide variety of educational materials and lesson plans can be accessed through this site....
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PBS

Wnet: Thirteen: Freedom: A History of Us: Revolution Webisode 2

For Students 9th - 10th
Webisode 2 - Revolution. The history of the United States is presented in a series of webisodes, within each are a number of segments. Included are links to lesson plans, teacher guides, resources, activities, and tools.
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Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

Holt, Rinehart and Winston: World Atlas: Suriname

For Students 9th - 10th
View an excellent map of Suriname accompanied by current, detailed information about this interesting country.
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Other

The Ministry of Justice: Argentina

For Students 9th - 10th
This site is provided by the Argentine Ministry of Justice. It contains an organizational chart, action plans, project updates and data services. It also includes a link to the Civil Services Union.
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Other

Peru Cultural: The Incas

For Students 9th - 10th
An award winning site that uncovers the lost Incan civilization. Features include history, administration, technology, arts, and maps. A sophisticated account of the Incas that is well worth a visit.
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Library of Congress

Loc: Herblock's Gift

For Students 9th - 10th
An overview of Herb Block's Editorial Cartoons which were gifted to the Library of Congress. The archive includes records, clippings, photographs and various articles as well as 14,000 original drawings.
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University of Notre Dame

Department of Special Collections: The Coins of Colonial and Early America

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides links to a variety of coins used in the colonies and in the confederation. Extremely detailed.
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Geographyiq

Geography Iq: Suriname

For Students 9th - 10th
After reading a brief introduction on Suriname, you can learn many enlightening facts about the country through "Facts at a Glance". For more detailed information, take a look at the notes and commentary section.
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Curated OER

National Park Service: Savannah, Ga: Lasting Legacy of Colonial City Planning

For Teachers 9th - 10th
The site explores the colonial history of the city of Savannah, Georgia. This interactive instructional activity has excellent information, an inquiry question, historical context, maps, readings, images, and activities.
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National Humanities Center

National Humanities Center: Toolbox Library: Cult of Domesticity: Catharine E. Beecher

For Students 9th - 10th
A chapter from Catherine Beecher's book, "A Treatise on Domestic Economy for the Use of Young Ladies at Home and at School." Read how it contributes to the understanding of the American identity.
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Digital History

Digital History: British Mercantilism and the Cost of Empire [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the theory of mercantilism and how it affected the economies of the New England, Middle, and Southern colonies. Practice making a bar graph showing the value of exports to and imports from England between 1700 and 1774 with...
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PBS

Pbs News Hour Extra: Republicans Take Control of House, but Not Senate

For Teachers 9th - 10th
The results of the November, 2010 midterm elections show the unhappiness of the American public as a result of the economy. Many grassroots conservatives, such as Tea Party candidates were elected with the idea of "taking the government...
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AllRefer

All Refer Reference: Uruguay: Background & Profile

For Students 9th - 10th
Comprehensive set of links for learning about the South American country of Uruguay. Included is information about geography, culture, government, and the economy of Uruguay. Also provides links to a map and flag.
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AllRefer

All Refer Reference: Suriname: Introduction & Country Profile

For Students 9th - 10th
Good resource for studying about the South American country of Suriname. Learn meaningful facts about its geography, culture, economy, government, and more. You can view a map and a flag, too.
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AllRefer

All Refer: Reference: Colombia: Introduction & Country Profile

For Students 9th - 10th
Profiled here is the South American country of Columbia. Basic facts are furnished for topics that include: geography, economy, government, people, military, history, and a map.
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AllRefer

All Refer: Reference: Costa Rica: Introduction & Country Profile

For Students 9th - 10th
Significant source for information about the Central American country of Costa Rica. Facts are included about geography, economy, history, government, and the people. Take a look at the map and the flag.
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AllRefer

All Refer Reference: El Salvador: Introduction & Country Profile

For Students 9th - 10th
Profiled here is the Central American country of El Salvador. Basic facts are furnished for topics that include: geography, economy, government, people, military, history, a map, and a flag.
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AllRefer

All Refer Reference: Nicaragua: Introduction & Country Profile

For Students 9th - 10th
Presented is a guide to meaningful information about the economy, geography, people, government, and military of Nicaragua. There is also a map and a picture of the flag of this Central American country.

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