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The Geography of Renaissance
Students use the internet to research the geography of the Renaissance. Using maps of Europe, they identify at least three key cities during the time period and discuss the main types of transportation. They research the various customs...
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The Story of St. Valentine
In this reading comprehension learning exercise, students read the story about St. Valentine. Students then answer 9 reading comprehension and grammar questions about the text.
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The Story of St. Valentine
In this St. Valentine worksheet, students read a short passage about St. Valentine, the politics of the time period and his history, then answer 7 related questions.
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The Rise of Islam
In this Islamic medicine worksheet, students read about the rise of Islam and the history of medicine within the culture. Students read 5 passages.
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A Caravan Of Camels
Fourth graders discuss the role the Silk Road had in trade and commerce practices in China during different Chinese dynasties. The instructional activity evaluation consists of individual student writing assignments.
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The Philippines-U.S. Involvement
Students research and discuss the rational for U.S. involvement in the Philippines. They discuss overall foreign and domestic policies of the U.S. Then they create a timeline that highlights this impact.
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Mineral Munch
Second graders explore the sodium content in foods they eat. After observing a table setting, 2nd graders then identify items made from rock. They taste low sodium crackers and compare them to regular crackers. Students discuss the...
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Persuasive Paper: RFID
Students write a persuasive essay. In this persuasive writing lesson plan, students argue either for or against RFID technology. Students research RFID both as a class and individually, and follow paragraph-by-paragraph instructions to...
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The Use of Myths in Science
Students examine folk tales to determine the basis for scientific myths. They demonstrate through the discussion of the folk tales that the perception of the world has changed as new information is gained. They write their own folk...
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Voicing Your Opinion
Ninth graders study the time period of Martin Luther. In this World History lesson, 9th graders create their own 95 Theses. Students compare their 95 Theses to that of Martin Luther.
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Urban Geography
In this geography skills worksheet, young scholars respond to 28 short answer questions about urban geography. The reading that students should refer to in order to answer the questions is not included.
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Putting a Spin on Current Events
Students explore the artistic value of propaganda. In this visual arts lesson plan, students analyze antique artistic pieces for their political agenda perpetuation. Students discuss propaganda techniques of the past to today prior...
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Pirates: Quiz 95
For this pirates worksheet, students answer multiple choice questions about different pirates of the past. Students answer 12 questions total.
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American Contemporary
High schoolers are introduced to the American Contemporary period in design. As a class, they examine the various types of design techniques used in this period by watching a PowerPoint presentation. To end the lesson, they sketch...
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Khan Academy: Greco Roman
Instead of rule by a single person, Athens and Rome developed governments with widespread participation by male elites, which lasted about 170 years in Athens and about 480 years in Rome. This article discusses the rise of the Greek and...
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National Geographic: Republic to Empire: Government in Ancient Rome
Study two governments in Ancient Roman history and consider the differences and similarities which impacted the societies.
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Read Works: Ancient Rome and Byzantium the Forum
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about the Roman Forum. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
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Outlines of Roman History: The Contest for the Consulship
The Roman Republic continues to evolve, incorporating plebeians into the government. New offices are added to the government in an attempt to keep both the patricians and plebeians satisfied.
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Outlines of Roman History: Rome and the Provinces
Rome's great strength was her brilliance in governing. Read how she organized and governed her provinces. The "law of nations", ius gentium, evolved into consistent justice throughout Roman lands.
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Outlines of Roman History: Five Good Emperors: Reign of Trajan
This passage from William Morey's 1901 textbook tells about Trajan, one of Rome's greatest rulers. Included is a chart showing all the Roman provinces and the dates they were acquired.
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Outlines of Roman History: Etruscan Kings of Rome: Etruscan Influence
The Etruscans influenced not only the government of the Roman monarchy, but also the religious practices, and early architecture.
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Outlines of Roman History: Times of Marius and Sulla: Rise of Marius
In this section of a chapter in William Morey's 1901 textbook, you will find out about Marius and his reorganization of the Roman army.
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Outlines of Roman History: Struggle Against the Kingship
The Romans cast off their Etruscan kings and create a new Republic, incorporating many of the governmental ideas from the Etruscans into their new government.
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United Nations of Roma Victrix: Roman History
This is a huge site covering every aspect of Roman history and culture from the humble beginnings of Rome to the decline of the Empire. Use the table of contents to reach your specific focus.