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Breaking News English: Zimbabwe's Homeless Ignored

For Students 5th - 10th
In this English worksheet, students read "Zimbabwe's Homeless Ignored," and then respond to 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.
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Breaking News English: 50,000 Dead - US Token Aid

For Students 5th - 10th
In this English worksheet, students read "50,000 Dead - US Token Aid," and then respond to 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.
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Breaking News English: US-Vietnam Flights Resume

For Students 5th - 10th
In this English activity, students read US-Vietnam Flights Resume," and then respond to 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.
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Breaking News English: Terror in Spain

For Students 5th - 10th
In this English worksheet, students read "Terror in Spain," and then respond to 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 9 true or false questions about the selection.
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Cell Works

For Teachers 6th - 10th
Students identify the different parts of the cells and their functions. In this biology activity, students create an analogy of a cell and its organelles. They make a poster and present it to class.
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Introduction to the United States Map

For Teachers 1st - 3rd
Students identify the United States of America and it's states on a map. In this mapping lesson, students examine a globe and find the United States as well as a few land marks (Florida and the Great Lakes).  Students then look at a...
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Vocabulary and Sentences Exercise (Using Ban, Forbid, Not Allow, and Prohibit)

For Students 4th - 5th
For this vocabulary and sentence structure worksheet, students practice using the words ban, forbid, not allow, and prohibit. Students complete twenty "fill in the blank" sentences and create four sentences of their own.
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University of Groningen

American History: Outlines: City Government

For Students 9th - 10th
Overivew of city government structure, organization and responsibilities.
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New York City Government Official Website

For Students 9th - 10th
Visit this thorough site to gain valuable information about the local government of New York City. This official site contains press releases, photo galleries, pages for different agencies, and other related information.
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Polk Brothers Foundation Center for Urban Education at DePaul University

De Paul University: Center for Urban Education: City Government [Pdf]

For Teachers 2nd - 5th Standards
"City Government" is a one-page, nonfiction, reading passage about Chicago's city government system. It explains that Chicago is divided into 50 wards, and each ward elects an Alderman to represent them. It is followed by...
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Milwaukee Publishers: Frank P. Zeidler: A Liberal in City Government

For Students 9th - 10th
Frank Zeidler was mayor of Milwaukee from 1948-1960. He published a book called A Liberal in City Government, which is highlighted on this website. This particular page has a short biography of his life.
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Official Website of the City of Jacksonville, Fl: Government

For Students 9th - 10th
Explains the structure of the city government of Jacksonville, Florida. Includes links to the different branches and departments and to elected officials' web pages. Especially helpful is the Civics 101 link on the Duval Legislative...
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Other

Landeshauptstadt Dresden (City of Dresden)

For Students 9th - 10th
Bilingual site with a wealth of information about the city, facts & figures, its history, culture, economy, sights, tourism, sports, etc. Click German flag in the top navigation to access the site in German.
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Nyc Organization Chart

For Students 9th - 10th
Develop a better understanding of the New York City Government with this helpful organization chart.
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University of Groningen

American History: Outlines: County Government

For Students 9th - 10th
Overview on how county government is structured and how it functions in relation to city governments.
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City Journal: Let's Break Up the Big Cities

For Students 9th - 10th
This lengthy article offers many examples in its claim that smaller municipalities do a better job of governing and providing services than huge megacities.
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University of Guelph

City of Guelph

For Students 9th - 10th
Located 100 kilometers west of Toronto, Guelph is ranked among the top ten cities in Canada to live in. Links provide information on the cities government, services and tourism activities.
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New York City Local Government

For Students 9th - 10th
Develop an understanding of the New York City's government with this helpful overview of the mayor, city council, board of elections, and the campaign finance board.
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Other

City of Vancouver: Departments/organizational Charts

For Students 9th - 10th
This central site has downloadable charts that show the organizational structure of Vancouver's municipal government and its departments. There are also links to its many departments' home pages and their branches.
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Other

City of Vancouver: Urban Planning Department

For Students 9th - 10th
The Planning Department of Vancouver is responsible for advising the municipal government on present and future development plans. There is information here about zoning, urban planning, heritage buildings, livability issues, etc.
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Other

City of Vancouver: Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation

For Students 9th - 10th
This page has information on the responsibilities of the City of Vancouver Parks department and how it is organized. Also found here is information about its many programs and longterm planning for parks development.
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Nations Online Project

Nations Online: Vatican City State

For Students 9th - 10th
Comprehensive reference tool that takes you on a virtual trip to the Vatican. Much background details are given on its art, culture, people, environment, geography, history, economy, and government. There are numerous links available...
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Outlines of Roman History: Institutions of Early Rome: The Early Roman Government

For Students 9th - 10th
This article explains how early government of the Roman city-state evolved. The foundation of the government under the Roman Republic was established during the Roman monarchy.
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National Association of Counties: Overview of County Government

For Students 9th - 10th
Information on the basic make-up of county government. By clicking on the menu on the left margin, you can find the history of county government, data, and information on any county in the country.

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