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American Museum of Natural History

Extreme Mammals

For Students 6th - 12th
Extreme characteristics can create some unusual mammals. Learners flip through a slide show of some of the most interesting mammals that are both living and extinct. Implement as a remote learning resource or use in-class to review...
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American Museum of Natural History

Journey to the Stars

For Students 6th - 12th
Fifteen detailed pictures and informative captions delve deep into the exploration of stars—their life cycle and importance in the universe. 
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A&E Television

History.com: Chinese New Year

For Students 9th - 10th
The 15-day long Chinese New Year celebration originated from an ancient Chinese legend of the monster Nian.
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Ducksters

Ducksters: Holidays for Kids: New Year's Day

For Students 1st - 9th
Kids learn about New Year's Day. The history and facts about this holiday which celebrates the start of the new year.
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A&E Television

History.com: Rosh Hashanah

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn the complete story of Rosh Hashanah including history, customs, and recipes. Also learn about Yom Kippur which is celebrated ten days after Rosh Hashanuh and together make up the Jewish New Year.
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New York Times

New York Times: Sept. 11: One Year Later

For Teachers 9th - 10th
The New York Times Learning Network provides a variety of archived news articles, lesson plans, and resources concerning the issues and events that surfaced from the September 11, 2001 attacks.
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Utah State University

Teacher Link: Celebrations: A Resource Guide for Teachers

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
TeacherLINK at Utah State University offers a wealth of topics and project information on celebrations held throughout the world. Click on "Topics and Authors," to access a long list of available lesson plans on a variety of...
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Washington State University

Washington State University: Literary Movements: The Slave Narrative

For Students 9th - 10th
In addition to defining "Slave Narrative," this website includes information on the styles and influences associated with slave narratives. Also provided, are links to several examples of nineteenth- and twentieth-century slave narratives.