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The Anne Frank Story

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students read Anne Frank or other first person or autobiographical accounts of experiences during the Holocaust and produce biographical sketches of the authors.
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Asking About Armenia

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students explore the modern history, culture, economy, conflicts, social conditions, and geographical boundaries of Armenia and present their findings to fellow classmates at a teach-in.
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Facing History and Ourselves

Raphael Lemkin: Identifying Lemkin's Outrage

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers examine World War I war crimes. In this world history lesson plan, students use primary and secondary sources to research Armenian genocide and the trial of Soghomon Tehlirin.
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Genocide

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students research acts of genocide to become aware that acts of genocide have been ongoing throughout history, and continue today. Students create a presentation including a verbal description of the situation, a written summary and a...
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Tolerance and Genocide

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers investigate the causes of genocide. In this cultural diversity lesson, students discuss genocide incidents in Africa, the Middle East, and Eastern Europe. High schoolers then write essays about what they would do if their...
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Laws of Life

For Teachers 3rd - 12th
Students express the values they value the most by writing an essay. They can submit their essay online and respond to other student's essays as well. They are to intiate change if they deem something to be unfair.
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First Peoples Project

For Teachers 1st - 12th
Students participate in this project to connect the indigenous groups of the world. They create a calendar with their artwork with the hope new ideas can be exchanged between groups.
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Folk Tales Project

For Teachers K - 12th
Students explore folk tales originating from other countries. They examine the countries language, culture, and values while reading their folk tales.
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Connecting Math to Our Lives

For Teachers K - 12th
Students participate in an online interactive forum to explore how math is used in their families and communities. They design games to submit to other students online, and identify and organize data to solve the problems from other...
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Side By Side

For Teachers K - 6th
Young scholars produce elongated self-portraits on paper approximately 8 x 36 inches.
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Multicultural America: Armenian Americans

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Armenian Americans. (Note: Content is not the most current.)
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The History Place

The History Place: Armenians in Turkey 1915 1918

For Students 9th - 10th
The first genocide of the 20th Century occurred when two million Armenians living in Turkey were eliminated from their historic homeland through forced deportations and massacres.
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Other

Armenian History

For Students 9th - 10th
A very comprehensive look at Armenian history written by an Armenian so expect some partiality. Use the table of contents to navigate the site. Pictures illustrate every section and a glossary is included.
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Armenian History

For Students 9th - 10th
A very comprehensive look at Armenian history written by an Armenian so expect some partiality. Use the table of contents to navigate the site. Pictures illustrate every section and a glossary is included.
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Association of Religion Data Archives

Association of Religion Data Archives: National Profiles: Armenia

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about religion in Armenia in this Association of Religion Data Archives country profile which includes general facts, history, and religious data.
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Armenians

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the culture of the Armenians. Explore topics such as their history, economy, past settlements, cultural values, religion, and sociopolitical organization.
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World InfoZone

World Info Zone: Armenia

For Students 9th - 10th
Take a tour of Armenia on this website. You can find out about its history, culture, and economy. Clicking on "Gallery" will take you to beautiful pictures of this country.
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Armenia

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the culture of Armenia. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion, politics, etc....
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Nations Online Project

Nations Online: Armenia

For Students 9th - 10th
A great country profile that takes you on a virtual trip to Armenia in the southern Caucasus.. An overview is given on its art, culture, people, environment, geography, history, economy, and government. There are also numerous links...
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Odyssey: Teacher Zone: Middle East: Turkey Stay

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
This teaching unit is based upon a "teacher trek" to the area in 2000 and focuses on essential questions on wealth and poverty. Activities are offered to help students explore the religion and culture of this country. Activities are...
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Odyssey: Middle East Stage: Turkey

For Students 3rd - 8th
Take a step into the world of Turkey with this team of Teacher Trekkers. You will look at life in the Middle East, meet "real" people and learn about the culture and religion.
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BBC

Bbc: Azerbaijan Threatens Renewed War

For Students 9th - 10th
This 2004 BBC article reports on the increased tensions between Azerbaijan and Armenia over the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict.
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Country Studies US

Country Studies: Armenia

For Students 9th - 10th
A thorough look at Armenia from the Country Studies section of the Library of Congress. Read about its history, economy, people, and government. Information through the 1990's.
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New Advent

Catholic Encyclopedia: Baptism

For Students 9th - 10th
Extremely thorough site exploring the history and rituals of baptism in the Christian Church. Content includes a focus on what the Church says about baptism, what it means to be baptized, the various forms of baptism, where and when...