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PBS

Empire of the Bay: Pierre Le Moyne D'iberville

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Learn about Pierre Le Moyne d'Iberville, a French-Canadian naval hero, and his place in Canadian history.
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National Women's Hall of Fame

National Women's Hall of Fame: Frances Perkins

For Students 9th - 10th
The National Women's Hall of Fame presents a brief overview of the life of Frances Perkins, who was, among many other accomplishments, the first woman Cabinet officer in American history.
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Other

Early 16th European History

For Students 9th - 10th
This site breaks down the history of Europe by year between 1525-1558. It discusses the political maneuverings of the period, the social conditions, and the conflicts that arose with religious and political disputes.
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Other

The St. Lawrence River

For Students 9th - 10th
This site is a brief history of the St. Lawrence River and its historical and geographical importance.
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Hudson's Bay Company

Hudson's Bay Company: Radisson and Des Groseilliers

For Students 9th - 10th
French adventurers Pierre-Esprit Radisson and Medard Chouart, Sieur des Groseilliers were the first Europeans to explore the forests of the north, negotiate treaties with the Cree, explore the Mississippi and Missouri and establish...
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Other

Roy Rosenzweig Center for History and New Media: Napoleon's Rise

For Students 9th - 10th
Short piece about Napoleon's rise. Movie clip is included.
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Multicultural America: French Canadian Americans

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of French-Canadian Americans. (Note: Content is not the most current.)
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Open Door Team

Open Door Web Site: The Seven Years' War

For Students 5th - 8th
This website gives a brief account of the Seven Years' War (French and Indian War) up to the Fall of Quebec.
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Other

Database of Award Winning Children's Literature

For Students 4th - 9th
This is a phenomenal resource. It allows the user to create a reading list of quality children's literature based of choices such as reading level, type of book, genre, ethnicity, gender, etc. In addition, one can determine if a book won...