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Celebrating Independence

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Students use the Internet to discover information about Independence Hall. They examine the effort to preserve the building for further generations and a history of other sights in Philadelphia.
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Deciphering the Declaration of Independence

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students explore the textual meaning of the Declaration of Independence. In this Declaration of Independence instructional activity, students read and paraphrase the text of the document into modern-day language. Students also consider...
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State of Independence

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students read an online article to study the May 2006 referendum in Montenegro that allowed it to be independent from Serbia. They role play after researching other areas where political movements are attempting to establish independence.
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Words In The News: SNP Advocates Independent Scotland

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Students research and study the independence of Scotland. They read articles about Scottish independence. Students explore key vocabulary words found in the news article. After reading about the Independence of Scotland, they...
Handout
BBC

Bbc: Montenegro Declares Independence

For Students 9th - 10th
A June 2006 news report examining Montenegro's declaration of independence from Serbia.
Handout
BBC

Bbc: Country Profile: Montenegro

For Students 9th - 10th
BBC News features a general overview of the Montenegro. Focus is on history, current information, country facts, political leaders, and news media.
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Bbc: Kosovo M Ps Proclaim Independence

For Students 9th - 10th
The BBC discusses the situation in Kosovo as its parliament unanimously endorses its independence from Serbia. Although celebrated by tens of thousands, trouble ensued. (17 February 2008)
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Bbc: Kosovo M Ps Proclaim Independence

For Students 9th - 10th
The BBC discusses the situation in Kosovo as its parliament unanimously endorses its independence from Serbia. Although celebrated by tens of thousands, trouble ensued. (17 February 2008)