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Survival of Native American Culture

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
Students research the five tribes of the Iroquois Nation focusing on housing, food, clothing, transportation, religion, and language. They research using Internet sources and book mark sites for reuse.
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Hindu Gods Batik

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students identify the major Hindu gods and describe the relationship between them. They examine symbols and determine their meanings. They create a batik of a Hindu god of their choice and research them.
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Understanding Europe: A Cultural Mosaic (Theme 1)

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Middle schoolers discuss the cultural similarities and differences found in Northen Europe, Southern Europe, Western Europe, and Eastern Europe and create daily journal entries charting their discoveries. This lesson is the First Part...
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Happy Holidays

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Young scholars create holiday story while working in cooperative learning groups, using Chris Van Allsburg's Polar Express as a writing prompt.
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Pottery Making: The Coil Method

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Learners discuss the history of Native American pottery in North Carolina. They explore the coil method of making pottery and make their own creations implementing the coil method. They can allow the pots to dry or have them kiln-fired.
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Classroom Guide for Coming to America

For Teachers 1st - 5th
Students discuss the pre-reading focus questions. In this reading activity, students discuss and explore the book cover and title. Students predict what they will learn from this book. Additionally, students read to find out what life is...