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A&E Television

History.com: New Mexico

For Students 9th - 10th
Take a detailed look at the state of New Mexico! 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,...
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Enchanted Learning

Enchanted Learning: New Mexico

For Students 9th - 10th
This site has a colorful display of information about New Mexico. It contains a map, pictures, a list of state symbols, and links to related information.
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Welcome to New Mexico

For Students 9th - 10th
The official site for the state of New Mexico includes information on living and working in New Mexico, education, services, government, and agencies.
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US Department of Agriculture

Economic Research Service: New Mexico

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides a state fact sheet on New Mexico from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. You will find information on the population, farm characteristics, and top commodities and exports.
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NSTATE

New Mexico State Symbols and Emblems

For Students 9th - 10th
Which state has a balloon museum and a hot air balloon for an aircraft symbol? New Mexico, of course! Find out all about their state symbols and emblems here. Click on the word for more information and a picture.
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Cayuse Canyon

The Us50: New Mexico

For Students 9th - 10th
Offers comprehensive information regarding New Mexico history, famous people, cities, geography, state parks, tourism, and historic sites. A fact sheet of information and a quiz are also available.
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New Mexico: Travel and Tourism

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the various areas of the state of New Mexico. View visitor info, outdoor fun, history and culture, facts and trivia.
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Johns Hopkins University

The Johns Hopkins University: New Mexico State Maps

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory contains several New Mexico geographical maps. It is very informative. Use this site to view a historical perspective with the 1859 map.
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Agriculture in the Classroom

National Agriculture in the Classroom: A Look at New Mexico Agriculture [Pdf]

For Students 3rd - 8th
What a terrific site to learn about a variety of aspects of the agricultural industry. You will find bulleted facts on the New Mexico climate, soil, crops, and animals.
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New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science: Coelophysis

For Students 3rd - 8th
The Coelophysis is New Mexico's official state fossil. It lived in the late Triassic Period and has only been found in New Mexico. Popular questions about this dinosaur are answered here. In addition, there are numerous documents about...
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New Mexico Museum of Art: Prehistory: Paleo Indian Sites

For Students 9th - 10th
Download a great map of New Mexico showing the Paleo-Indian sites from 10,000 B.C. to 5,500 BC. [pdf]
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US National Archives

Nara: Rocky Moutain Region: New Mexico Primary Sources [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
Here is a treasure trove of primary sources dealing with the history of New Mexico, and lesson plans to go with them. The nine lessons range from the Taos Revolt of 1847 to rationing in New Mexico in World War II. Included is a brief...
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S.E. Schlosser

American Folklore: New Mexico Folklore

For Students 3rd - 5th Standards
Read brief folktales, myths, or legends from the state of New Mexico.
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Ducksters

Ducksters: United States Geography for Kids: New Mexico

For Students 1st - 9th
Kids learn facts and geography about the state of New Mexico including symbols, flag, capital, bodies of water, industry, borders, population, fun facts, GDP, famous people, and major cities.
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Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments: New Mexico Nmaa Practice Exams Math: New Mexico Hsce Practic

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students can use these LearningCheck item banks to prepare for the following - Grade 9 New Mexico math exam / Grade 11 New Mexico math exam.
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Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments: New Mexico Crt Practice Exam Grade 8 Math

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students can use this LearningCheck item bank to prepare for the New Mexico CRT math exams.
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Ppsa Consulting Online Magazine: New Mexico Timeline

For Students 9th - 10th
View a brief timeline of New Mexico's history dating from 25000 BC to present at this site from the PPSA Consulting Online Magazine.
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New Mexico Department of Agriculture Home Page

For Students 9th - 10th
This site talks about the New Mexico department of Agriculture.
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New Mexico: Earthquake Education and Resources

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This site from the New Mexico Bureau of Mines & Mineral Resources is a helpful online resource for the science classroom. Learn what an earthquake is, how it is measured, how we prepare for one. Also, locate additional links and...
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Library of Congress

Loc: America's Story: New Mexico

For Students 3rd - 5th
"Do you believe in UFO's?" If you answered yes, check out the International UFO Museum and Research Center on this site. Look at the rich history of this state. Find out more about the cultural influences.
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New Mexico Bureau of Geology & Mineral Resources: Lite Geology

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Lite Geology is a publication for teachers that is available intermittently and can be freely downloaded. Previous issues going back to 1992 are also posted. Lots of information about geology, particularly in New Mexico, along with...
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New Mexico State University: Metamorphism and Metamorphic Rocks [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
A PowerPoint slideshow converted to a PDF, with six slides per page. It explains what metamorphism is, the distribution of metamorphic rocks, the agents of metamorphism, the types of metamorphism, metamorphic grades or degrees, how...
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New Mexico Office of State Historian: 1864 Navajo Long Walk to Bosque Redondo

For Students 9th - 10th
Explains the military's attempts to stop Navajo raids and the eventual evacuation of the Navajo to Bosque Redondo, the Navajo Long Walk. Hyperlinks for additional information.
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Open Library of the Internet Archive

Open Library: The Pony Rider Boys in New Mexico

For Students 9th - 10th
This ebook version of Frank Gee Patchin's The Pony Rider Boys In New Mexico, Or, The End Of The Silver Trail has been made available in multiple formats by the Open Library. Editions of the full novel, organized by year of publication,...

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