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Symbols of America

For Teachers K - 5th
Young scholars research the events of September 11th . In this symbols lesson, students discover ways to honor this day. Young scholars research the Internet for symbols used to represent ideas, events and people. Students work in groups...
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9/11: A Nation Remembers

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students take a closer look at 9/11 memorials. For this public memorials lesson, students prepare for a visit to the National Constitution Center by analyzing photographs taken by Jonathan Hyman. After students visit the exhibit, they...
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Modern-Day America

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students remember the September 11 terrorist attacks. In this public memorials activity, students research 20th century memorials. Students then design their own memorials for the victims at the World Trade Center site.
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Remembering the Challenger Tragedy

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Use our nation's response to the Challenger disaster in order to teach character, as well as science and literary standards.
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One Year Later: Every Story Counts

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students read different sections on a website about September 11th. They are to write down their feelings as they read the articles and stories. They also focus on saving and preserving family treasures.
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Vietnam War: Kennedy Assassination

For Teachers 8th - 11th
Students determine how the Kennedy assassination impacted the United States and, more specifically, the Vietnam War. In this 20th century American history lesson, students read books and view video clips of the event and then write...
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Modern-Day America: Ronald Reagan Presidency to 9/11

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students examine contemporary America. In this contemporary American history lesson, students watch a DVD titled "Modern-Day America," discuss the events depicted in the video, and create memorials for those who perished in the 9/11...
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Year 2004 Quiz

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners are able to use computers and answer questions about the years 2000-2004. They click on the globe at the end for the answers. Students can use this opportunity to delve into the topics in more detail and give more speaking...