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PBS

U.s. Mexican War: Biographies

For Students 9th - 10th
As part of the larger site on the Mexican War, here are several biographies of the players, both American and Mexican, of those involved in the politics and fighting.
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Other

Photos of Ralph Bunche

For Students 9th - 10th
Are you looking for great pictures of Ralph Bunche? This site has 29 high quality images that give us a look into his childhood, professional career and accomplishments. Various portraits are also included.
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Other

Sos: Where Is America's Sculpture?

For Students 9th - 10th
A map of the United States is presented at this site from SOS (Save Outdoor Sculpture). Each state, when clicked, displays a photographic list of famous works of sculpture native to the state. A description is also provided.
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Art Cyclopedia

Artcyclopedia: Larry Rivers

For Students 9th - 10th
Contains several links to museums, galleries, and other sites related to Larry River's famous art works.
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Frank Lloyd Wright Building Conservatory

For Students 9th - 10th
Site offers interior views and descriptions of the Falling Water house.
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New York City, Ny: Chrysler Building

For Students 9th - 10th
Site offers four b/w images of the Chrysler Building with brief descriptions of the detailing.
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NPR: National Public Radio

Npr: The Lincoln Memorial

For Students 9th - 10th
National Public Radio looks at the creation of the Lincoln Memorial, the controversies surrounding its design, and its political significance over the past 80 years.
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Library of Congress

Loc: 1492: An Ongoing Voyage

For Students 9th - 10th
An exhibit by the Library of Congress supplies diverse facts on the famous 1492 voyage. The exhibition first examines the encounter between the European explorers and the native people. They explore five geographical areas: The Caribbean...
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Digital Text: My Escape From Slavery

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides a narrative of Frederick Douglass' escape from slavery.
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My Hero Project

My Hero: George Washington Carver

For Students 3rd - 8th
Use this site to learn about George Washington Carver, the African-American scientist "famous for experimenting with plants."
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Scholastic

Scholastic: Mae Jemison

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
This site takes a look at Mae Jemison, the first female African-American astronaut. Content includes a brief biography, a picture, and an excerpt from her book, "Find Where the Wind Goes: Moments from My Life."
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American Indian Heritage Foundation

Indians.org: Geronimo

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides biographical information about the great Native American, Geronimo. This site also contains a few quotes from Geronimo himself as well as a few images of the Native American.
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BBC

Bbc News: Ronald Reagan 1911 2004

For Students 9th - 10th
At this site from BBC News, you can explore the death of an American president through the eyes of the British Broadcasting Company (BBC). This site offers the reader extensive information about former president Ronald Reagan including...
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Other

The Other Look of Colombia

For Students 9th - 10th
This charming site serves to remind us about all the good things that come from the South American country of Columbia. Many important and/or famous people are from Columbia along with such exports as coffee, emeralds, bananas, coal, and...
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Ducksters

Ducksters: Civil Rights for Kids: Disability Rights Movement

For Students 9th - 10th
Kids learn about the history of the Disability Rights Movement including the Architectural Barriers Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and famous disabled people on this site.
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Ducksters

Ducksters: Biography for Kids: Maria Tallchief

For Students 1st - 9th
Investigate the biography of Maria Tallchief on this site. Learn about the first Native American Indian to become a prima ballerina dancer.
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PBS

Pbs Liberty!: The Boston Tea Party

For Students 3rd - 8th
This site provides brief information about the Boston Tea Party, and the Edenton Ladies Tea Party. Use this site to learn about these events and discover why they are infamous events in American history. A video clip is also included.
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Scholastic

Scholastic: Biography of General Colin L. Powell

For Students 9th - 10th
This site is a biography of Colin Powell. It includes a transcript of an interview with General Colin Powell.
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Mex Connect

Mex Connect: Jose Guadalupe Posada: His Calaveras

For Students Pre-K - 1st
View authentic prints of Posada's famous work, las calaveras. This site contains 6 different pieces of Posada's work.
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Ducksters

Ducksters: Month of August: Birthdays, Historical Events and Holidays

For Students 3rd - 8th
August holidays, famous birthdays, history, and fun facts can be found on this site.Students will learn the birthstone, flower, symbols for this month.
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PBS

Wnet: Thirteen: Freedom: A History of Us: Patrick Henry

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides a biography of Patrick Henry, highlighting his public speaking abilities and famous speeches.
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Encyclopedia Britannica

Encyclopedia Britannica: Guide to Black History: Taj Mahal

For Students 9th - 10th
This entry from Encyclopedia Brittanica's Guide to Black History features Taj Mahal, an American singer, guitarist, songwriter, and one of the pioneers of what came to be called world music. He combined blues and other African-American...
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Encyclopedia Britannica

Encyclopedia Britannica: Guide to Black History: Berry Gordy, Jr.

For Students 9th - 10th
This entry from Encyclopedia Brittanica's Guide to Black History features Berry Gordy, Jr., an American businessman, founder of the Motown Record Corporation (1959), which became the most successful black-owned music company in the...
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Encyclopedia Britannica

Encyclopedia Britannica: Guide to Black History: Archie Moore

For Students 9th - 10th
This entry from Encyclopedia Brittanica's Guide to Black History features Archie Moore, an American boxer, world light-heavyweight champion from Dec. 17, 1952, when he defeated Joey Maxim in 15 rounds in St. Louis, Mo., until 1962, when...