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Pope John Paul II
In this world history worksheet, students read, analyze and summarize a short article on Pope John Paul II and then answer nine comprehension questions.
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Comparing Constitutions
Students compare and contrast plans for government. In this government systems lesson, students compare and contrast the U.S. Constitution to the constitutions of selected countries using the provided checklist as a guide. Students...
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Role Playing the Plague
Students investigate the impact of the plague. In this European history lesson, students listen to their instructors present information regarding the black death and then write letters regarding the plague from the perspective of 14th...
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Yelena Isinbayeva
In this famous person worksheet, students read a passage about Yelena Isinbayeva and then complete a variety of in-class and homework activities to support comprehension, including partner interviews, spelling, cloze, synonym...
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Democracy
Eleventh graders examine the denial of rights to individuals in the United States. In this American Government instructional activity, 11th graders study President Roosevelt's Day of Infamy speech. Students create a...
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Chinese Paper-Cuts
Students identify the art and culture of China while increasing their dexterity in art and their skills of papermaking. Students identify and analyze the application of the elements and principles of design to the cute of paper-making...
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Pope John Paul II's Complicated Legacy
Students closely examine the legacy of Pope John Paul II as well as that of other historical figures and draw conclusions about how prominent individuals are judged over time.
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Understanding Communism Past and Present
Students can learn about communism by exploring the countries where this political system was established.
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Lesson 3: U.S. Neutrality and the War in Europe, 1939-1940
Students examine the U.S. neutrality policies that preceded American involvement in World War II. In this World War II lesson, students explore the events in Europe from 1939 to 1940 and Roosevelt's decision to give military aid to Britain.
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Events Leading to World War II in Europe
In this World War II worksheet, students read "Events Leading to World War II in Europe," and then write time lines based on the information presented.
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Rusyns Survive Time in Central & Eastern Europe
Tenth graders study the different ethnicities in Europe. In this Eastern Europe ESL lesson, 10th graders read an article and complete guided questions. Students participate in a debate.
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A Brief History of Poland: The Post War Years 1945 1990
Detailed information about the history of Poland after World War II including details about the beginnings of the Communist Party in Poland.
University at Buffalo
University at Buffalo: Short History of Poland
Article from the University at Buffalo offers a history of Poland beginning with the events of the year 950 and moving forward through the 20th Century.
University College London
University College London: Internet Resources on Poland
A complete look at the country of Poland from the School of Slavonic and East European Studies. There are links to government officials information, elections, news, and culture. An excellent resource for your research on Poland.
University at Buffalo
Info Poland: German Invasion of Poland
Annotated links to Poland-related information provides extensive information through articles, websites and reference pages on the German invasion of Poland and occupation during WWII.
Google Cultural Institute
Google Cultural Institute: Shifting Poland
Pictorial essay portrays the extensive territorial changes of Poland immediately after World War II and its new role in Europe.
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History of Poland During the Second World War
Descriptions about the initial invasion of Poland by Nazi Germany and the partitioning of Poland are provided.
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Kasprzyk's Website: A Summary of Poland's History
A description of the history of Poland, starting with the Piast dynasty and moving forward to the current year.
Yad Vashem, The World Holocaust Remembrance Center
Yad Vashem: Murder of the Jews of Poland
3.3 million Jews lived in Poland before the German occupation. At the end of the war, only 380,000 were still alive. Read background information on the deportation of Polish Jews. Examine primary resources such as photos, testimonies,...
Nations Online Project
Nations Online: Poland
Excellent online resource that provides a country profile of the European nation of Poland, background details, and numerous links to in- depth information on the nation's culture, history, geography, economy, environment, tourism,...
Google Cultural Institute
Google Cultural Institute: Separated by History
Through personal accounts, photos, and videos this project documents the separation of families in Poland in the years 1939-1989.
The History Place
The History Place: The Defeat of Hitler: 1939 1945: Quest for a Nazi Empire
A 20-chapter book on the history of Nazi Germany over the course of the Second World War.
Steven Kreis, PhD
The History Guide: Wojciech Jaruzelski
President of Poland from 1989 until the election of Lech Walesa in 1990, Wojciech Jaruzelski was an instrumental figure in the political reforms of Poland, including recognition of the Solidarity movement.
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Modern History Sourcebook: Adolf Hitler: The Obersalzberg Speech
Fordham University provides the original text of Adolf Hitler's speech given at Obersalzberg which was received with great enthusiasm.