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Africa 1500-present: The Big Picture

For Teachers 7th - 11th
In this African history study guide worksheet, students read a brief overview pertaining to the history of Africa from 1500 to the present and fill in the blanks with the appropriate words. Students also respond to 18 short answer...
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Spotlight on Australia 1

For Students 5th - 8th
In this Australia facts activity, students use the Internet or library to help them respond to 10 short answer, multiple choice, and true or false questions.
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World War I Propaganda

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners interpret historical evidence presented in primary and secondary resources. In this World War I lesson, students examine the propaganda techniques used by different nations during the war and analyze examples. Learners also...
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Telling Fact from Fiction

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Learners explore fact and fiction. In this reading skills lesson, students complete a jigsaw reading activity (the reading material is not included) about Robin Hood, Sherlock Holmes, and Florence Nightingale.
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'Tis the Season

For Students 3rd - 5th
In this holiday crossword puzzle worksheet, students fill in the crossword boxes with the answers to the 18 clues on the page.
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Legacy Of The Roman Empire

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Learners explore the Roman Empire. In this ancient Rome lesson, students watch "The Legacy of the Roman Empire," and discover details about Vindolanda, the Roman fort. Learners compose letters from Roman soldiers at the fort that reveal...
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The Aztecs Quiz

For Teachers 4th - 6th
In this social studies worksheet, students utilize books, encyclopedias and the internet to find the answers to twelve questions associated with the Aztecs.
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Thanksgiving Facts

For Students 7th - 12th
In this Thanksgiving instructional activity, students use the appropriate reference to respond to 5 fill in the blank questions about the Pilgrims.
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The Age of Exploration

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students study the Age of Exploration. In this Exploration lesson, students prepare for a test on the lesson by discovering details about the explorers of the age as they view a PowerPoint presentation. 
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Unmasking the Middle East

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students explore many of the countries in the Middle East, developing research-based posters and a spider web illustrating the relationships among the countries. They write letters to fictional peers in Middle Eastern countries.
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Banking on a Good Turn

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students research the economies of countries in the Group of 8 and present how their economies have changed over the past five years and how the relationships among these countries affect each other in light of world events.
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"An American Story"--The Responsibility of Citizenship

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers describe the importance of being a responsible citizen. In this philanthropic actions lesson, students view "An American Story" and identify examples from the movie. High schoolers discuss and recognize philanthropic...
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Country Mouse Comes to Tea: Exploring Animal Characters from Tales Real and Fanciful

For Teachers 1st - 3rd
Learners study animal characters. In this language arts instructional activity, students analyze animal characters from a variety of books and create a story using animal characters.
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Reference and Research Skills

For Teachers Higher Ed
Students investigate reference sources that include knowledge of travel and tourism destinations. They examine specific travel information for UK and wider European travel.
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Our Country, Our Community, Our Jobs

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders analyze jobs that are of interest to them. They create graphic organizers explaining how jobs affect the world in which they live with at least five supporting details. They, in groups, make presentations to the class.
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Graphing : research and record information

For Teachers 1st
First graders create graphs. In this graphing lesson, 1st graders create a floor graph using their bodies to record information. They create picture graphs after collecting information. 
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Dig In

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Students identify where vegetables originate from. In this agriculture lesson, students use a search engine to find out where certain vegetables originate from. Students plot the information onto a world map.
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Civil Rights and Casualties of Wartime

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Do your historians fully grasp the consequences of being at war? Help them connect past with present through this group research activity, which has students analysing repercussions suffered by citizens of countries in conflict. Students...
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Foods Around the World

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
Bring the flavors of the world into your classroom with this tasty presentation on foods from around the globe. Spanish, Portuguese, Polish, Lithuanian, Welsh, and Italian foods are depicted with descriptions and colorful photos. Tip:...
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U.S. Imperialism PowerPoint Project

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders explore U.S. Imperialism. They explain why stronger countries take control of weaker countries. Students research Imperialism in other parts of the world. In groups, 8th graders create a PowerPoint presentation discussing...
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Count on the Euro

For Teachers 4th - 12th
Students research the history of the Euro and gain an understanding of the countries involved in the European Union. They identify countries of heritage for themselves and/or classmates. They then make a changeable currency conversion...
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Harvest Wreath

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Learners research the traditions of harvest celebrations and festivities. They choose one country and explore what fruits and vegetables grow there. Afterward, students paint coffee filters in fall leaf colors and then design paintings...
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Visual Art: Independence Days Around the World

For Teachers 1st - 6th
Students research patriotic holidays from around the world. After reading about their own country's independence day, they choose another country and examine the traditions and symbols associated with it. Using cardboard, ribbon, and...
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Santa Lucia Crown

For Teachers 1st - 6th
Pupils identify the countries, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland, and Italy, that celebrate Saint Lucia Day and locate them on a world map. They research the Christmas holiday customs in these countries and represent their findings in a...

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