Lesson Plan
Curated OER

US Policy In Somalia

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students investigate the US policy for the country of Somalia. They conduct research using a variety of resources. They locate the country and then discuss major geographical features of the areas. Students discuss the present US...
Organizer
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Central & Southwest Asia: Labeled Map

For Students 6th - 12th
In this Central and Southwest Asia outline map activity, students examine boundaries of each of the countries in the region. This map is labeled.
Worksheet
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The Country of Kenya

For Students 4th - 6th
In this map completion worksheet, learners observe a map and map scale of Kenya to find and label bodies of water, cities, countries, and the equator. Students answer 11 questions.
Worksheet
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Sub-Saharan Africa: Physical Geography

For Students 6th - 9th
In this geography skills worksheet, students respond to 22 short answer and map skills questions about the location and geographic features of sub-Saharan Africa.
Lesson Plan
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World Hunger - A Cultural Crisis

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explore the problem of world hunger and starvation. After a class discussion, students use a map to identify specific areas where populations are starving. In groups, students research reasons for the lack of food. They prepare...
Unit Plan
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Arabia: Educator's Resource and Activity Guide

For Teachers 7th - 12th
MacGillivray Freeman's film Arabia presents viewers with remarkable images and insights into this ancient and mysterious land. An educator's guide is designed to provided teachers with the materials they need to support a...
Worksheet
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Drifting Continents

For Students 6th - 9th
In this plate tectonics worksheet, learners study the continents map and complete 8 short answer questions related to them. They predict what the Earth will look like millions from now.
Lesson Plan
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Ramadan (Islamic Holiday)

For Teachers 5th - 7th
Students recognize that different groups of people have celebrations unique to them. They identify countries on a map where Islam is a dominant religion. They demonstrate their understanding of fasting and abstinence.
Lesson Plan
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Korea Cultural Lesson Plan

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students engage in a study of geography and maps of Korea. They examine charts and graphs. Students are expected to interpret the information accurately and completely. The geography skills can be used on other countries as well.
Activity
iCivics

Drafting Board: Military Intervention

For Teachers 6th - 12th Standards
Should countries use their militaries to stop humanitarian crises in other countries? Learners make claims, organize their reasoning, and provide evidence for their arguments with this rich resource.
Worksheet
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Verbs and Verb Phrases...With Pirates!

For Students 2nd - 4th
In this grammar worksheet, students underline the verbs and verb phrases in the 20 sentences. Students are also asked to circle the nouns and pronouns in each sentence.
Lesson Plan
Learning to Give

Africa - The Great Southland

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Applying the five themes of geography, preteen explorers develop a visual aid for younger learners in celebration African American History Month. They investigate the political, geographic, economic, and social aspects of the continent...
Lesson Plan
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World History/Current Events Activity

For Teachers 4th - 7th
Students define the term terrorist, and examine how terrorist methods are used to promote fear and endanger the lives of innocent individuals. They analyze why President Bush has declared war on terrorism, and write essays on terrorism.
Graphic
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University of Texas: Somalia: Political Map

For Students 9th - 10th
A map of Somalia showing its regions' boundaries, neighboring countries, and strategic location on the Horn of Africa. From the Perry Castatneda Collection.
Graphic
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University of Texas: Somalia: Relief Map

For Students 9th - 10th
A relief map of Somalia showing its highlands and rivers, but also starkly shows the lack of roads in the country. From the Perry Castaneda Collection.
Graphic
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University of Texas: Ethiopia: Political Map

For Students 9th - 10th
A political map of the landlocked country of Ethiopia showing its major cities and highways, provisional border with Somalia, and its neighboring countries. From the Perry Castaneda Collection.
Website
Nations Online Project

Nations Online: Somalia

For Students 9th - 10th
Presents a country profile and travel guide to the East African nation of Somalia, background overview, and numerous links to extensive information on the nation's culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population, news,...
Handout
Central Intelligence Agency

Cia: World Factbook: Somalia

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource from the CIA World Factbook provides a detailed fact sheet of Somalia. The content covers the country's geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues. It includes...
Graphic
United Nations

United Nations: Cartographic Section: Horn of Africa [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
This relief map from the United Nations shows the countries on the Horn of Africa. Roads, rivers, and other geographic features are marked on the map.
Handout
Encyclopedia of Earth

Encyclopedia of Earth: Somalia

For Students 9th - 10th
The Encyclopedia of Earth provides an overview of Somalia, including its geography, natural resources, history, government, economy, and much more. Maps and images are also included, along with sources used to create the entry.
Graphic
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Science Kids: Science Images: Map of Somalia

For Students 9th - 10th
A political map of Somalia.
Graphic
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Science Kids: Science Images: Map of Somalia

For Students 9th - 10th
A map featuring Somalia and its neighboring countries.
Website
BBC

Bbc News: Q&a: Somali Piracy

For Students 9th - 10th
Attacks on ships by Somali pirates has been on a steady rise. Who are the pirates? Why do they resort to hijacking ships? How do they manage to overtake and capture them? Why does it seem impossible to stop them? Does piracy affect...
Graphic
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Maps Etc: Egypt and the Nile Valley, 1920

For Students 9th - 10th
A map of Egypt and the Nile Valley from the delta south to the confluence of the Sobat River and the Upper Nile. This map shows Egypt Proper, Nubia, Kordofan, Sudan, Eritrea, and portions of Abyssinia and British Somalia. The map also...