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Coal and The Kentucky Economy
High schoolers read about and study what an economy is. Students then answer questions that require them to define what an economy is and list the components of a healthy economy. High schoolers also list two ways that coal helps the...
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Kentucky
In this Kentucky reading comprehension worksheet, students read a 2-page selection regarding the state and they answer 10 true or false questions pertaining to the selection.
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Coal Production in the USA
Students arrange the states by alphabetical order, find the five top coal producing states and discover their total production levels. They then find all the states which begin with the letter "A" and whose coal production is less than...
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The Struggle to Organize
High schoolers analyze correspondence and a news release regarding the Harlan, Kentucky, mine strike of 1931-1932. They use these documents to discuss the problems of organizing industrial trade unions before the New Deal.
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Carter G. Woodson: Father of Black History Month
Students explore the life and accomplishments of Carter G. Woodson, the father of black history. They read and discuss his educational pursuits and discover he was the second black man in history to receive a doctor's degree. Students...
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Hatfield Mc Coy Feud
The famous Hatfield and McCoy feud is presented, as told from the perspective of Roseanna McCoy. Their story is the "Romeo and Juliet" of Appalachia.
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Hatfield Mc Coy Feud
The famous Hatfield and McCoy feud -- told from the perspective of Roseanna McCoy. Their story is the "Romeo and Juliet" of Appalachia. Great piece of Americana.