Curated OER
Unit 1 Review for Global History 9
Ninth graders review what they know about river valley civilizations. In this global history lesson, 9th graders play Cave Jeopardy to prepare for an exam on Sumeria, Egypt, Indus, and Chinese civilizations.
Curated OER
Africa Falls Prey to H.I.V.
Students use maps, statistics, and written texts to recognize the H.I.V. explosion in Africa.
Curated OER
Not Just a Corny Idea
Students explore ways in which ethanol can be created using alternate energy sources.
Curated OER
A World Torn by Drugs
Students explore different drug issues that have affected international relations.
Curated OER
Simulated Underground Railroad Experience - Part B
Third graders travel throughout many stations learning about the Underground Railroad.
Curated OER
One Trigonometry Rate Word Problem
In this trigonometry word problem learning exercise, learners calculate how close a ship comes to a lighthouse. The solution with explanation is provided.
Curated OER
Around the World Calendar
Students examine world landmarks and monuments. They create a 12 month calendar featuring a significant site for 12 different countries.
Curated OER
Langston Hughes
Students identify similarities between Hughes' poetry and music (jazz and the blues).
Curated OER
French and Indian War
Seventh graders complete a unit on the French and Indian War. They conduct an Internet document search and use what they find to complete a document based essay about the war.
Curated OER
Shore is Windy!
Students consider what a hurricane is and how it impacts both land and people, explore the speculations surrounding Hurricane Isabel, research potential target sites and create maps illustrating how Isabel may affect them.
University of Texas at Austin
Ut Library: Perry Castaneda Maps of New York
A collection of maps of the state of New York, including links to city maps, historical city maps, and maps of National Parks, Monuments, and historical places.
A&E Television
History.com: New York State
Take a detailed look at the state of New York! From its earliest history and peoples, to present day facts which include population, climate, geography, plants and animals, economy, government, cultural life, sports and recreation,...
NSTATE
Net State: The Geography of New York
Learn about the geography of New York. Includes latitude and longitude information, as well as information about the highest and lowest areas of land.
C3 Teachers
C3 Teachers: Inquiries: New York Geography
A comprehensive learning module on the geography of New York State that includes three supporting questions accompanied by formative tasks and source materials, followed by a summative performance task. Topics covered include New York...
Other
State University of New York at Stony Brook: New York State Historical Maps
Historical maps of New York and descriptions of each map.
Johns Hopkins University
The Johns Hopkins University: New York State Maps
This site on maps is provided for by The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory. Have you ever wondered what New York state looks like from a satellite image? Find out by using this website. There are several other maps to...
DLTK
New York State Map
Provides a blank map of New York. Teachers will find many uses for this in the classroom. Students will enjoy coloring it and locating different parts of the state.
Other
New York City: Geography and Origins
Great site describing New York City, its geography and origins, as well as the boroughs.
Cayuse Canyon
The Us50: New York
Features excellent information regarding New York history, famous people, cities, geography, state parks, tourism, and historic sites. A fact sheet of information and a quiz are also available.
Other
State of New Jersey: New Jersey Regions
Site provides information about different regions within the state of New Jersey, such as Atlantic City, Delaware, Gateway, Shore, and Skylands. Specific details and attractions are described for each region.
Library of Congress
Loc: Teachers: Marco Paul's Travels on the Erie Canal
After studying various background materials, students read "Marco Paul's Travels on the Erie Canal" and participate in writing and discussion activities that will foster understanding of the Erie Canal and its impact on economic and...
Other
History and Politics of New York
Briefly explores New York history and geography, including a history of Central Park, Chinatown, and the Upper West Side. It also has links to many other related sites.
Ducksters
Ducksters: New York State History for Kids
Study the history and timeline of the state of New York including early explorers, Native Americans, colonization, the American Revolution, and the 9-11 attacks on this website.