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Curated OER
Investigating Endangered Species
Young scholars pick an endangered animal to research and report their findings to the class.
Curated OER
The Flag Contest
Students, in groups, discuss the different parts of the Arkansas flag. They are given fabric of their own to design a flag to represent their family.
Other
Louisiana Secretary of State: Louisiana Facts [Pdf]
Louisiana Secretary of State provides many pretty pictures of the state and its symbols, with some interesting information about the state capitol building, the state pledge of allegiance, state colors and more.
A&E Television
History.com: Louisiana
Take a detailed look at the state of Louisiana! 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,...
Enchanted Learning
Enchanted Learning: Louisiana
This site has a colorful display of information about Louisiana. It contains a map, pictures, a list of state symbols, and links to related information.
Cayuse Canyon
The Us50: Louisiana
Features extensive information regarding Louisiana's history, famous people, cities, geography, state parks, tourism, and historic sites. A fact sheet of information and a quiz are also available.
US Department of Agriculture
Economic Research Service: Louisiana
This site provides a state fact sheet on Louisiana from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. You will find information on the population, farm characteristics, and top commodities and exports.
Agriculture in the Classroom
National Agriculture in the Classroom: A Look at Louisiana Agriculture [Pdf]
Learn facts about the agricultural industry of Louisiana, including climate, soil, crops, and animals. PDF (requires Adobe Reader).
NSTATE
The Geography of Louisiana
Here you will find a variety of facts about the geography of the state of Louisiana. Find out the geographic center, total area, elevations and much more.
A&E Television
History.com: Hurricane Katrina: 10 Facts About the Deadly Storm and Its Legacy
Hurricane Katrina, the tropical cyclone that struck the Gulf Coast in August 2005, was the third-strongest hurricane to hit the United States in its history at the time. With maximum sustained winds of 175 mph, the storm killed a total...
Ducksters
Ducksters: United States Geography for Kids: Louisiana
Kids learn facts and geography about the state of Louisiana including symbols, flag, capital, bodies of water, industry, borders, population, fun facts, GDP, famous people, and major cities.
50 States
50 States: Louisiana (La)
Find here a collection of links to information about the state of Louisiana. Categories include facts, government, geography, education, people, attractions, history, industry, and miscellaneous.
Louisiana Department of Education
Louisiana Doe: Louisiana Believes: English Language Arts: Grade 8: The Tell Tale Heart
Eighth graders explore the role of the narrator and point of view in a text. Students will understand how the narrative voice of a text can blur the line between fact and fiction and how a story truth is often different from but relates...
Paul Munsey & Cory Suppes
Louisiana Superdome
Uncover all the information you want to know about the Louisiana Superdome, home of the New Orleans Saints. Includes interesting facts and details about the facility and team, history of the venue, and news.
A&E Television
History.com: The States
Learn unique facts about each American state. You can also read a more in-depth history of each state, watch videos and play a game about all the states.
Siteseen
Siteseen: American Historama: Louisiana Purchase, 1803
Provides the history of the events leading up to the Louisiana Purchase, the negotiations, the treaty, and the Constitution, together with numerous facts about the event.
Science Struck
Science Struck: Facts About Hurricane Andrew
A description of Hurricane Andrew, a Category 5 storm that struck South Florida in 1992 before hitting Louisiana as a Category 3. Looks at the massive damage to life and property and provides a list of facts about the hurricane.
Science Struck
Science Struck: Facts About Hurricane Rita
Describes the impact of Hurricane Rita which struck Texas and Louisiana soon after Hurricane Katrina left. Many of the resulting deaths were due to an uncoordinated evacuation and poor storm preparations.
Curated OER
Louisiana State Flag
Features extensive information regarding Louisiana's history, famous people, cities, geography, state parks, tourism, and historic sites. A fact sheet of information and a quiz are also available.
Kidport
Kidport: United States of America Geography
This site contains a fun way to learn about the states within the United States. Click on the state that you want to learn more about and it provides facts, geographic landmarks, points of interest, major industries, a quiz and more.
Curated OER
Louisiana Superdome
Uncover all the information you want to know about the Louisiana Superdome, home of the New Orleans Saints. Includes interesting facts and details about the facility and team, history of the venue, and news.
Scholastic
Scholastic History Mystery: States and Territories: Indian Territory
Students try to guess the mystery subject Carlotta Facts, the History Mystery Museum's professor, is studying. They read the clues, do some online and offline research, and then attempt to identify the game's mystery subject, the Indian...
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Centers for Disease Control: Bam! Basketball
Here you can find all kinds of great information on basketball! Find out what kind of equipment you will need to get started, how to play it safe, some fun facts, and some tips on the basics (such as how to dribble, pass, and shoot a...
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Marsh Mission Coastal Correspondent
Follow CC and Rhea as they take their houseboat on a 1,000 mile journey through the wetlands of South Louisiana. Their mission is to document the beauty of the marsh and raise awareness of the problems that are destroying the beautiful...