Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Militia of the American Revolutionary War

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Students explore the role of the colonial militia n the American Revolutionary War. Using traditional and internet resources, students, complete a research worksheet designed to provide information about the militia. Worksheet is...
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A&E Television

History.com: New York State

For Students 9th - 10th
Take a detailed look at the state of New York! 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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Other

New York State Information

For Students 9th - 10th
Official site for the State of New York has information on crime, economy, services, the state government, environment, and more.
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Other

New York State Information

For Students 9th - 10th
Official site for the State of New York has information on crime, economy, services, the state government, environment, and more.
Unit Plan
Enchanted Learning

Enchanted Learning: New York

For Students 3rd - 5th
This site has a colorful display of information about New York. It contains a map, pictures, a list of state symbols, and links to related information.
Handout
New York State Dept. of Health

New York State Department of Health: Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever

For Students 9th - 10th
From the New York State Department of Health, a communicable disease fact sheet on Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever.
Handout
Cayuse Canyon

The Us50: New York

For Students 9th - 10th
Features excellent information regarding New York history, famous people, cities, geography, state parks, tourism, and historic sites. A fact sheet of information and a quiz are also available.
Handout
Library of Congress

Loc: America's Story: New York

For Students 3rd - 5th
Who were the first settlers in New York? Where should you "stop and smell the lilacs?" Who was Solomon Northup? Aren't sure about the answers to these questions. Use this site to learn some interesting facts about the state of New York.
Handout
US Department of Agriculture

Economic Research Service:new York

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides a state fact sheet on New York 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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Other

New York City Tourist: The Empire State Building

For Students 9th - 10th
Fantastic photo tour of the Empire State Building accompanied by facts and interesting information. Peruse the pages of pictures and experience the wonder and beauty of one of New York City's famous buildings.
Activity
Illinois Institute of Technology

Oyez: Gitlow v. New York

For Students 9th - 10th
Brief resource presents the facts of the case, questions presented, and the conclusion of the Gitlow v. New York United States Supreme Court case.
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New York State Dept. of Health

New York State Department of Health: Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome

For Students 9th - 10th
General informational facts about Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome.
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New York State Dept. of Health

New York State Health Dept.: Hepatitis a & Food Service

For Students 9th - 10th
A fact sheet about Hepatitis A with a focus on food service workers and personal hygiene practices.
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Other

History and Politics of New York

For Students 3rd - 8th
Briefly explores New York history and geography, including a history of Central Park, Chinatown, and the Upper West Side. It also has links to many other related sites.
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A&E Television

History.com: The States

For Students 9th - 10th
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.
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New York State Dept. of Health

New York State Dept. Of Health: Cholera Fact Sheet

For Students 9th - 10th
Read brief responses to questions about cholera. Learn how the disease is spread, how it is prevented, and how it is treated.
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New York State Dept. of Health

New York State Dept. Of Health: Tetanus Fact Sheet

For Students 9th - 10th
Read brief responses to several questions about tetanus, which address how the disease is transmitted, how it is diagnosed, and how it is treated and prevented.
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Other

Cresli Sea Turtles Program

For Students 9th - 10th
CRESLI works in New York state to study and help the species of sea turtles near Long Island.
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Ducksters

Ducksters: United States Geography for Kids: New York

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

New York State Department of Health: Cardiovascular Disease

For Students 9th - 10th
Use this resource to learn how proper nutrition and diet play a role in preventing heart disease. Provides facts and figures on causes, costs, and risk factors for the disease.
Interactive
New York Times

New York Times: Crossword Puzzle: The Fifty States

For Teachers 9th - 10th
The New York Times Learning Network presents an online crossword puzzle that you can print or play online. This one is on The Fifty States. Subject matter may be a bit deep for an elementary student to work on independently.
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ClassFlow

Class Flow: Postcards From New York

For Teachers 6th - 8th
[Free Registration/Login Required] This is an in-depth study of the 11 regions of New York State. Students will take a road trip to each of these regions and stop at one attraction that the region is most noted for. After reading some...
Interactive
Kidport

Kidport: United States of America Geography

For Students 3rd - 5th
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.
Lesson Plan
PBS

Pbs Learning Media: 50 States Part 2 Lesson Plan

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
In this lesson, students combine psychomotor skills and geography as they travel from Montana to Wyoming. As students travel from state to state, they learn regional facts and state capitals. Students perform physical tasks highlighting...