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Library of Congress

Loc: First Lady of Song, Ella Fitzgerald

For Students 9th - 10th
This article about the life and music of Ella Fitzgerald explores major moments in the jazz singer's career.
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Chem4kids

Chem4 Kids: Chemistry Careers

For Students 3rd - 8th
Chem4Kids! looks at careers available in the large field of chemistry. Here you can explore the career of a doctor, pharmacist or pharmacologist, university researcher, forensics expert, or hazardous materials expert.
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PBS

Pbs: The Story of India: Mohammad Ali Jinnah

For Students 9th - 10th
PBS explores India and the surrounding areas through an in-depth look into Pakistan's first governor-general Mohammad Ali Jinnah. Discusses his role in the Indian National Congress and Muslim League. Identifies his role in the Muslim...
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NPR: National Public Radio

Npr: A Centennial Tribute to Richard Rodgers

For Students 9th - 10th
This site has a concise summary of the contributions of composer Richard Rodgers to American music and theater. Centennial tribute provides a brief biography and extensive exploration of the musical influences which shaped Rodgers career.
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Other

Historica's the Prime Ministers of Canada: Paul Martin

For Students 9th - 10th
This site presents a brief biography of Paul Martin including aspects of his early life, business and political career, as well as his time as Prime Minister of Canada. The graphics and audio segments provide many hours of interesting...
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Other

Korean War Commemoration: Douglas Mac Arthur

For Students 9th - 10th
This biography covers the life of Douglas MacArthur. It explores his military career from his attendance at West Point in 1899 through his military successes in World War II to his being relieved of his command in Korea.
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Other

Tefl.net: Teaching English as a Foreign Language

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Have you considered teaching English as a foreign language? Explore the TEFL resources to investigate this career opportunity.
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J. Paul Getty Trust

J. Paul Getty Museum: Courbet and the Modern Landscape

For Students 9th - 10th
The Getty's multimedia-rich exploration of the life and career of French realist Gustave Courbet, whose innovative approach to landscape painting inspired many artists who came after him, including Monet, Cezanne, and Pissarro. Along...
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Discovering Lewis & Clark

Discovering Lewis & Clark: Nathaniel Hale Pryor

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the military career and explorations of Nathaniel Hale Pryor.
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University of Virginia

Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: Lyndon Baines Johnson

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore the life and times of Lyndon Baines Johnson (1908-1973 CE)through AmericanPresident.org. Find out about the 36th president and his accomplishments during his presidency. He was a teacher early in his career.
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Other

Us Coast Guard and Coast Guard Reserve

For Students 9th - 10th
Are you interested in a career in the military? Explore the options that the US Coast Guard can provide.
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University of Virginia

Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: Zachary Taylor: A Life in Brief

For Students 9th - 10th
As part of the excellent site about Zachary Taylor and his life and presidency from the Miller Center, this article gives you a look at Taylor's life in brief, focusing on his military career, and the politics of slavery that affected...
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Nobel Media AB

The Nobel Prize: Thomas Hunt Morgan and His Legacy

For Students 9th - 10th
This detailed article from the Nobel e-Museum explores Thomas Hunt Morgan's career and research in genetics. Read how Morgan's work influenced later scientists and the modern scientific world.
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Other

The National Association of Hispanic Journalists

For Students 9th - 10th
The National Association of Hispanic Journalists provides career related resources to assist Hispanic students and professionals interested in exploring careers in journalism.
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Museum of Applied Arts and Sciences

Powerhouse Museum: Australian Product (Industrial) Designer at Work

For Students 9th - 10th
From the Powerhouse Museum in Sydney, Australia, this is "Australian Product Designer at Work" from the exhibit "Australian Designers at Work". Product design or Industrial design is presented with an exploration of the career of...
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CommonLit

Common Lit: Duke Ellington

For Students 7th - 8th
CommonLit.org is a wonderful resource to use in a Language Arts classroom. Each story or article is accompanied by guided reading questions, assessment questions, and discussion questions. In addition, students can click on words to see...
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Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History

Gilder Lehrman Institute: History Now: The Importance of Muhammad Ali

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login Required] Learn about the life and career of famous boxer Muhammad Ali while exploring his role in the civil rights movement. Also, discover his views on religion and politics and his legacy for being a positive...
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ESPN Internet Ventures

Espn: Bonnie Blair Is Special but She Doesn't Know It

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore the career history and Olympic achievements of this US speedskating legend, Bonnie Blair.
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PBS

Pbs Learning Media: The Great Depression: Creating Narrative Through Photography

For Students 9th - 10th
This video [4:15] segment from the American Masters film Dorothea Lange: Grab a Hunk of Lightning provides a documentary photographer's perspective of the severe economic despair and difficult living conditions that characterized the...
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: What Does a Commercial Airline Pilot Do?

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the responsibilities, compensation, and work schedule of a commercial airline pilot.
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US Department of Labor

Bureau of Labor Statistics: Actors, Producers, and Directors

For Students 9th - 10th
Along with information about Directors, this site evaluates the Nature of Work, Working Conditions, Employment, Training, Other Qualifications, Job Outlook, Earnings, Related Occupations, and Additional Information for Actors and Producers.
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Shodor Education Foundation

Shodor: Ssep: Ben S. Turner, Dvm, Riverside Veterinarian Hospital

For Students 9th - 10th
This web page interviews with a veterinarian and discusses his career in depth. Touches on his decision to become a vet, how he did it, and more. Good site for exploring this career.
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American Museum of Natural History

American Museum of Natural History: O Logy: Saving Species

For Students 3rd - 8th
Learn why fieldwork is an important component of any scientist's career, especially among those who are actively working to preserve the Earth's biodiversity. Three American Museum of Natural History biologists tell you about their...
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Employment Spot

Employment Spot: Disability Employment

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore Disability Employment law and career information using the Employment Spot career resources.