Read Works
Read Works: Read Aloud Lesson: Whoever You Are
In this read-aloud lesson plan, young scholars will identify similarities among people around the world in order to determine the theme of the story. Included is a detailed lesson plan, graphic organizer for guided practice, and an...
PBS
Wnet: Thirteen: Changing Places
This is a mini-unit that helps students explore immigration through many different resources. Students will learn about Chinese immigrants, and then investigate their own cultural heritages.
National Geographic Kids
National Geographic Kids: Native Americans
This is a collection of eight readings about Native Americans each from a different region of the United States. Each discusses how they got there, their culture, their life today, and photos and slide shows.
US Department of Education
U.s. Department of Education: Regions: How They Form and Change
Help your students discover what makes up a physical region and a cultural region by encouraging them to explore different ethnic cultures.
Other
Toys and Games for Kids in Colonial Maryland
Use this site to learn the many different ways that Colonial children entertained themselves. Find out about the games they played, toys they had, and how they even made some chores into games.