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European Union

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students read a short dialogue that takes place between a Canadian who is touring France and a French citizen.  In this World History lesson, students create answers to comprehension questions.  Students participate in a class...
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European Explorers in France, England, Portugal, and Spain

For Teachers 5th - 12th
Students, in groups, research either France, Spain, Portugal, or England. They create a poster describing various aspects of their country and how their country participated in the exploration of America. They present their project to...
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The Culture of France

For Teachers 5th - 6th
In this worksheet on France, students record data they have gathered about the French culture from their own resource. Students record facts about government, economics, religion, society, learning and technology, and arts and crafts.
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Bread and Jam for Frances Activity Card

For Students Pre-K - K
In this reading worksheet, students respond to the book Bread and Jam for Frances by completing an activity at home with a parent. Students taste some of the foods that Frances had for lunch and mark how they liked each food.
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The Value of a Nation's Currency Goes Beyond Its Price

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders explore the connection between a nation's currency and its values by analyzing dollars, francs and euros. They discuss how the mottoes, designs, and portraits imprinted on currency are a reflection of heritage and cultural...
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Flag of France

For Students 3rd - 4th
In this social studies instructional activity, students examine a black line drawing of the flag of France. Students need to do their own research about the correct color placement and then color the flag.
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Frances Ellen Watkins Harper: 19th Century African-American Writer and Reformer

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Young scholars investigate African-American author Frances Ellen Watkins Harper by analyzing her life and poetry. They explore the reformist messages communicated in her writings and evaluate the potential impact of her work.
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Golden Sunburst

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students engage in a lesson that is concerned with King Louis XiV and conduct research using a variety of different resources. They create drawings of the sun with the instructions that are part of the lesson plan. The lesson contains...
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The Congress of Vienna

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Here is a very brief look at the five great powers of Europe. The Congress of Vienna is not explained very well, but key players are introduced, as are their actions, goals, and legacy.
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The Pursuit of Excellence

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Who doesn’t love French pastries and the idea of hard work? Discover different philosophies on hard work, and the skills of French pastry chefs as the documentary concerning the “Best Craftsmen in France” or Meilleures Ouvriers de France...
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Gaz a effets de serre

For Students 9th - 12th
How are emissions currently affecting the environment in France? Advanced French learners read a paragraph detailing the greenhouse effect in France and what the next steps are. Five short exercises follow the passage focusing primarily...
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Painter of the Caves

For Teachers 4th - 5th
What a great lesson! Learners read a story called Painters of the Caves by Patricia Lauber which discusses Stone Age wall paintings in Avignon, France. There is a series of discussion questions, comprehension questions, and a graphic...
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Revolution Case Study: France

For Teachers 6th - 10th
In this French Revolution case study worksheet, young scholars read a brief overview pertaining to the time period in French history and then respond to two short answer questions.
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Reformation and Civil Wars of Religion in 16th Century France

For Teachers 6th - 10th
Learners discover details about the Reformation. In this French history lesson, students view a PowerPoint presentation about the religious wars that took place in the country and within Europe. Learners take notes on the presentation...
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France: Louis XIV and Versailles

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Live vicariously through the riches and exorbitance of Louis XIV in this tour of Versailles palace and grounds. The presentation is a good way to provide context to your lesson on Versailles - and as a precursor to the righteous fury of...
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Frances the Firefly

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders create their own ending to a story concerning fire safety. After watching the film, "Frances the Firefly", 2nd graders create a drawing of their own ending to the film. They practice a variety of ways to say no when...
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The Age of Napoleon

For Students 8th - 12th Standards
Napoleon Bonaparte may have only held onto French leadership for a short period of time, but his legacy looms large throughout European history. An informative slideshow teaches history students about the age of Napoleon, the unification...
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Homemade Holidays

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Foster your high schoolers' creativity - and generosity - with this writing lesson. After reading the article "Homemade Holiday Gifts" by Frances Janisch (from the GALE Student Resource Center - Gold), pupils meet in groups to brainstorm...
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The Revolutions of 1848

For Teachers 9th - 11th
1848 was a hot year for Europe, which endured political tumult and upheaval after years of tension buildup. This presentation details the circumstances surrounding revolutions in France, Austria-Hungary, Romania, Italy, Prussia, and...
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French and Family

For Teachers K - 2nd
Where is France? Interest young learners in exploring France, French language, and French culture. They identify similarities and differences between French and American families, speak the French words for family members, analyze maps,...
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Turning the Tide in Europe, 1942-1944

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explore the overall strategies pursued by the Americans and their British allies in the initial months of World War II in Europe. By examining military documents, students examine the decision to invade North Africa instead of...
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Lascaux Cave Art on Ceramic Stones

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
Here is a great way to incorporate art into your next unit on prehistoric people. The class makes stones out of ceramic clay and then creates paintings like those found in the Lascaux Caves in France. A video link, full day-by-day...
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What They Left Behind: Early Multi-National Influences in the United States

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students research the impact of European voyages of discovery and colonial influence on different aspects of American culture. They access a number of online sources and reference maps to trace the influences of England, France, Holland,...
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19c European Liberalism

For Teachers 9th - 11th
If you'd like to prompt some great discussions in your history class, this presentation will surely get your class talking. Addressing 19th century liberalism in Europe (including influences from England, France, America, and Ireland),...

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