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Civics/Current Events Activity for Students in Grades 4 - 7

For Teachers 4th - 7th
Young scholars examine the diverse reasons why cultures in other areas of the world often express hatred and resentment of Americans.
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Warm Me Up!

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders explore and identify heat sources. They conduct an experiment involving thermometers and articles of clothing, and record and discuss the results.
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Avalanche

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Learners investigate the concept of avalanches and how they effect people who use the slopes. They conduct research using multiple resources that includes the internet in order to create a final oral presentation.
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Historical Events in Utah History

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders choose a topic they are interested in related to the history of Utah. Using the internet, they research the topic making sure to cite where they gathered the information and take notes. To end the instructional activity,...
Worksheet
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Breaking News English: Vietnam Illegally Logging Laos Forests

For Students 5th - 10th
In this English activity, students read "Vietnam Illegally Logging Laos Forests," and then respond to 2 graphic organizers, 47 fill in the blanks, 7 short answers, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the...
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I am Canadian

For Teachers 3rd - 12th
Students complete a survey about ethnic origin and discuss the results. They discuss the definition of ethnicity and the pros and cons of being of a certain ethnic group.
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Exploration of Prehistoric Peoples of Illinois

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders begin their examination of the prehistoric period in Illinois. As a class, they discuss the role of archaeology in history and how it helps learn more about native peoples. After examining each period, they develop their...
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Breaking News English: President Bush OK'd Spying in America

For Students 5th - 10th
In this English worksheet, learners read "President Bush OK'd Spying in America," and then respond to 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.
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Out in the Middle of Nowhere: Inevitable Lifestyle Changes

For Teachers 11th
Eleventh graders examine the interaction between Utah's geography and its inhabitants. They explain how looking at cause/effect relationships is an example of historical thinking.
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Constrating Cinderellas/ Connecting LA Cenerentola

For Teachers K - 3rd
Learners contrast the traditional Cinderella character with a modern, independent and socially conscious Cinderella. To activate prior knowledge by eliciting from the students some of the familiar story elements of the traditional...
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FRAM: The Most Famous Ship in the World

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders role play the roles of naval engineer apprentices. In groups, they work together to design a ship which cannot be damaged by freezing ice. They use the internet to research the weather and ocean conditions of the water...
Article
US Department of State

U.s. Dept. Of State: 2018 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices: Cyprus

For Students 9th - 10th
A quite extensive report on human rights issues in the Republic of Cyprus for the year 2018. Some problems include police abuse, violence against women and children, and trafficking in persons. There were also some issues noted in the...
Handout
US Department of State

Us Department of State: Archive: Cuba Reports on Human Rights Practices

For Students 9th - 10th
A report by the US State Department about human rights abuses in Cuba during 1999.
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US Department of State

Us Department of State: Archive: Costa Rica Reports on Human Rights Practices

For Students 9th - 10th
This page is from the 1999 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices, published by the U.S. Department of State. It talks about the country of Costa Rica, and its human rights practices.
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US Department of State

U.s. Dept. Of State: 2018 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices: China

For Students 9th - 10th
A comprehensive account of human rights practices in China for the year 2018. Per the US Department of State, China's "human rights record remained poor and worsened in some areas." Sections of the report include: Arbitrary or Unlawful...
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US Department of State

U. S. Dept. Of State: 2018 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices: Ethiopia

For Students 9th - 10th
This report examines human rights issues in Ethiopia. The fact that government and judicial systems are weak and overburdened means that there continue to be ongoing serious problems.
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US Department of State

Us Department of State: Archive: Mexico Report on Human Rights Practices

For Students 9th - 10th
This 1998 government report talks about human rights in Mexico.
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US Department of State

Us Department of State: Archive: Human Rights Report: Rwanda

For Students 9th - 10th
Report on the genocide of the Tutsis by the Hutu in Rwanda. The report provides a summary of actions taken by the Tutsis in great detail. (1997)
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US Department of State

U.s. Dept. Of State: Archive: Report International Religious Freedom: Austria

For Students 9th - 10th
This site is the U.S. Department of State Annual Report on International Religious Freedom for 1999, referring specifically to Austria. Includes information on Freedom of Religion, Societal Attitudes, and Government Policy.
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Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts: The Energy Report: Crude Oil [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
Chapter 4 of a report on the energy industry in Texas. It looks at crude oil as an energy source, its history, and its many uses and products. The economic impact of the petroleum industry in Texas is described, the scale and scope of...
eBook
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Texas Comptroller of Pub. Accounts: Energy Report: Liquefied Petroleum Gas [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
Chapter 6 of a report on the energy industry in Texas. It looks at liquified petroleum gas, or LPG, which is the name given to hydrocarbon-based gases generated from crude oil or natural gas. The history of LPG is described, its uses,...
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Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts: The Energy Report: Coal [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
Chapter 7 of a report on the energy industry in Texas. It looks at coal, its history, its uses, its economic impact in Texas, consumption, mining, and the transportation of coal. The process of generating electricity from coal is...
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Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts: The Energy Report: Solar Energy [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
Chapter 10 of a report on the energy industry in Texas. It examines solar energy, its history, and how it is used. The solar power industry in Texas is described, its economic importance, methods of producing it, and how it is...
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Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts: The Energy Report: Hydropower [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
Chapter 19 of a report on the energy industry in Texas. It looks at hydroelectric power, its history, and how it is used. Hydropower in Texas is described, its economic impact, how it is produced and its availability. The costs and...