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Introducing Vocabulary

For Teachers 11th
Eleventh graders create a timeline of events. In this vocabulary instructional activity, 11th graders work in groups to create a timeline of major events that occurred during the Civil Rights era. Students present to class then create a...
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Jargon

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders investigate the concept of jargon and how it is used in different contexts in relation to the study of vocabulary. They practice interpreting jargon by concentrating on the comprehension strategy of using context clues.
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Superstitions

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers discuss the various superstitions they encounter in our culture. Working in groups, they create a vocabulary list of words related to superstitions. Working in teams, they play Pictionary in order to aid in the create of...
Organizer
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Reading Comprehension

For Students 4th - 5th
In this similarities and differences worksheet, students identify the strategy of reading for similarities and differences. Students study a Venn diagram and then complete their own Venn diagram for similarities and differences in a text.
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Curated OER

Joe DiMaggio: The Way it Was

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Young scholars explore how "Joltin' Joe DiMaggio" remains one of America's most beloved sports heroes and a cultural icon of the twentieth century. In 1941 Joe DiMaggio set a major league record that still stands; he safely hit in 56...
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Arnold Schwarzenegger: Flex Appeal

For Teachers 5th - 12th
Students explore how Arnold Schwarzenegger rose to the top of Hollywood's A-list through sheer muscle and determination. Born in a small Austrian village, Arnold buffed not only his body, but his image and ego.
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Japanese Fans

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders, understanding that fans are part of the cultural tradition of Japan, create fans that incorporate design techniques and ornamentation similar to that used in Japan. They also use the fan as an aid to expressive action.
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Guardian Figure Sculpture and its Significance in Japanese Culture

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Young scholars utilize research skills in learning about Japanese culture and write a journal entry about their impressions of Japanese culture.
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Curated OER

Sporting Fever

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students view a video about the values that are represented by sports teams. They write a paper about the connection between sports and social values. They share their responses with the class.
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A&E Television

History.com: 7 of the Most Memorable World Series in Baseball History

For Students 9th - 10th
In 1956, the New York Yankees' Don Larsen, an 'imperfect man,' pitched a perfect game -- the only one in World Series history. Major League Baseball history is filled with memorable World Series, from the first in 1903 to the 21st...
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Library of Congress

Loc: Early Baseball Pictures, 1860s 1920s

For Students 9th - 10th
This online presentation highlights the beginnings of baseball through descriptive pictures.
Website
Library of Congress

Loc: Web Guides: Baseball Resources at the Library of Congress

For Students 9th - 10th
Take me out to the ballgame, take me out to the crowd. Get the scoop on the history of baseball provided by the Library of Congress. View old baseball cards, historical baseball moments, and bibliographies for baseball researchers are...
Unit Plan
Library of Congress

Loc: Jackie Robinson and Other Baseball Highlights, 1860s 1960s

For Students 9th - 10th
Timeline of the history of baseball, from 1860 to 1972, with a focus on the events leading to the integration of African Americans into the major leagues.
Website
Library of Congress

Loc: Historic Baseball Resources

For Students 9th - 10th
A collection of manuscripts, pamphlets, books, audio and visual files, and images that tells the story of the history of baseball.
Website
Exploratorium

Exploratorium: Science of Baseball

For Students 9th - 10th
An incredible site regarding the history and science of baseball. Discover the reaction time of a fastball, what it takes to make a home run, baseball in Japan, and historical references to how the game has evolved over time. Activities...
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PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Primary Source Set: Negro League Baseball

For Students 9th - 10th
A collection that uses primary sources to explore Negro League Baseball.
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Other

Baseball Almanac

For Students 9th - 10th
An almanac on baseball facts.
Website
Kansas State

Negro Leagues Baseball Museum: Satchel Paige

For Students 9th - 10th
An excellent biography of legendary baseball player Satchel Paige. It traces his career through the Negro Leagues as a professional baseball player.
Interactive
Exploratorium

Exploratorium: The Science of Baseball

For Students 3rd - 8th
Site provides very interesting information about the science behind baseball. Learn about the history and some necessary tools that you need to be a super baseball player. Send players back in time and compute their statistics relevant...
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US National Archives

Docsteach: Baseball: A Morale Booster During Wartime?

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Young scholars will learn about the role of baseball on the American homefront during World Wars I and II. Franklin D. Roosevelt, Assistant Secretary of the Navy (during World War I) and President (during World War II), commented on the...
Handout
Library of Congress

Loc: Historic Baseball Resources: Personalities: Jackie Robinson

For Students 9th - 10th
Biographical sketch of baseball great Jackie Robinson, who was the first African American to play baseball in the major leagues.
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US National Archives

Docsteach: Baseball on the World War I Homefront

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students will begin to learn about the changes that occurred on the American homefront because of World War I by analyzing correspondence from Assistant Secretary of the Navy Franklin D. Roosevelt and Boston Red Sox Owner and President...
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PBS

Pbs: Baseball

For Students 9th - 10th
PBS provides this site as a companion to the film, "Baseball." Enjoy "The Wisdom of Yogi Berra," vintage pictures of players, video clips, and more on America's pastime.
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MLB Advanced Media

The Cleveland Indians: Team History

For Students 9th - 10th
Search the official web site of the Cleveland Indians to find out about their history. Links will show past and present rosters, statistics, team records, and more.

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