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Deciphering the Declaration of Independence

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Pupils explore the textual meaning of the Declaration of Independence. In this Declaration of Independence lesson, students read and paraphrase the text of the document into modern-day language. Pupils also consider the meaning of the...
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Social Studies: Debating Aid to Micronesia

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students simulate a debate about continued U.S. aid to the Federated States of Micronesia. In two large groups, they research the history of Micronesia and how it was affected by colonization and trusteeship. After the debate, students...
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Social Studies: Micronesian Independence Day

For Teachers K - 5th
Students pretend that they are visiting a relative in Micronesia and compare its Independence Day with the U.S. holiday. They compare the two countries' flags while older students in grades three through five create travelogues. Younger...
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Justice in America

For Teachers 11th
Eleventh graders analyze primary sources for evidence of intent and purpose. For this American government lesson, 11th graders compose a one-page response explaining their understanding of "justice." Students read and examine quotes...
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Probability

For Teachers 6th
In this mathematics worksheet, 6th graders identify what probability is and what it measures. They write the number of favorable and possible outcomes for each and display as a ratio.
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Archaeology and Erosion

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders study how erosion affects archaeology sites. In this investigative lesson plan, 6th graders construct a model of a pyramid using sugar cubes. They will investigate in groups how water, wind, and sunlight affects their model...
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Chuuk Introduction (Middle School)

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students pretend they are visiting a relative in the Chuuk nation of Micronesia. Using their knowledge of the 4th of July, they compare and contrast the holiday to the Chuuk's independence day. They create travelogues that outline...
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The Need for Laws

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Students consider the presence of authority in their lives. In this law lesson, students compare forgotten laws that function in their lives to forgotten instructions in making a peanut butter and jelly sandwich.
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The Need for Government—A Cinematic and Literary Perspective

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students examine the philosophy of government. In this types of  government lesson, students explore literature and movie clips to determine the value of rules in lawless societies.
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Part-Part-Whole

For Teachers K - 1st
For this math worksheet, students color pictures to show that a whole number is a combination of two smaller parts. Students listen as their buddy demonstrates telling about the pictures, example: "I see one blue balloon and three red...
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Topic 5: Running the Business

For Teachers 8th - 9th
Students explore the concept of running a business. In this running a business lesson, students put their plan of action into practice. Students market a product and try to maximize profit.
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Drifting Continents

For Students 6th - 9th
In this plate tectonics worksheet, learners study the continents map and complete 8 short answer questions related to them. They predict what the Earth will look like millions from now.
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US Department of State

U.s. Dept. Of State: u.s. Relations With the Federated States of Micronesia

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides information about the relationship between the United States and the Federated States of Micronesia. Additional information about the country is available through the links at the bottom of the page.
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University of Texas: Federated States of Micronesia: Political Map

For Students 9th - 10th
A political map of the Federated States of Micronesia showing the state names of the islands and the capitals. Clicking on the map will enlarge it. The inset shows the islands in relation others in the Pacific. From the Perry Castaneda...
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World Health Organization

World Health Organization: Federated States of Micronesia

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about core health indicators in the Federated States of Micronesia in this World Health Organization country profile, which includes demographic and current health information.
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Federated States of Micronesia

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the culture of the Federated States of Micronesia. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education,...
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Michigan State University

Michigan State University: Global Edge: Federated States of Micronesia: Introduction

For Students 9th - 10th
Complete guide to the statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the Federated States of Micronesia in the western Pacific Ocean.
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Nations Online Project

Nations Online: Federated States of Micronesia

For Students 9th - 10th
Great reference directory for finding information on the Federated States of Micronesia. Content includes background details, a country profile, and numerous links to comprehensive information on this island nation's culture, history,...
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Central Intelligence Agency

Cia: World Factbook: Federated States of Micronesia

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource from the CIA World Factbook provides a detailed fact sheet of the Federated States of Micronesia. The content covers the country's geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military, and...
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University of Texas: Federated States of Micronesia: Small Political Map

For Students 9th - 10th
Although small, this map of the Caroline Islands, whose country name is the Federated States of Micronesia, shows clearly the various islands that make up this group. From the Perry Castaneda Collection.
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Association of Religion Data Archives

Association of Religion Data Archives: National Profiles: Micronesia

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about religion in Federated States of Micronesia, in this Association of Religion Data Archives country profile; includes general facts, history, and religious data.
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Ducksters

Ducksters: Geography for Kids: Micronesia, Federated States Of

For Students 1st - 9th
Investigate the history and geography of Micronesia, Federated States of on this site.
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Embassy of the Republic of the Marshall Islands: Marshallese Phrases

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Learn to pronounce key phrases in Marshallese, a language spoken on the Marshall Islands of Micronesia. The audio does not work in the archived version.
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BBC

Bbc: News: Country Profile: Micronesia

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore the western Pacific islands of Micronesia in this overview from the BBC. Learn facts and history of the country, view a timeline and learn about its leaders.