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What is your thing?

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders examine their own personal interests and talents.  In this Social Studies lesson plan, 7th graders study an issue that is important to them.  Students write about how he or she can take action in a courageous...
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Pioneers

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders study pioneers. In this social studies lesson, 2nd graders discuss the lives of pioneers. Students view photographs of various types of pioneer homes. Students build their own models of pioneer homes.
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Social Studies: People and Their Contributions

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students, working in groups, research people who have made significant contributions in history. They compile biographies about their chosen individual, including what they think might have happened if this person had not made the...
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Social Studies: 9/11 Banners

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Young scholars explore the history of flags and design banners for their communities. their designs reflect sentiments shaped by the events of 9/11. In addition, they write phrases beginning with, "being an American means..." Students...
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Social Studies and Children's Literature

For Teachers 1st - 2nd
Learners are read a story about Alejandro and how he builds an oasis to attract animals. Using the text, they discover the needs of the animal not only for water but for safety. They discuss different environmental issues as well as...
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The Basilica of the Assumption-A Symbol of Freedom

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders explore the importance of the Basilica of Assumption and the development of the Catholic Church in Maryland. In this social studies lesson, 4th graders discuss the Basilica of the Assumption and the Catholic Church.
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Ohio Census 1990 and 2000

For Teachers 9th - Higher Ed
Students explore the Ohio census numbers in 1990 and 2000. For this social studies lesson, students use the census data to answer questions.
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Plows on the Hunting Grounds: The Indian Allotment Act of 1887

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Young scholars discuss the Indian Allotment Act. In this social studies lesson, students research a selected tribe and write a report on their selected tribe.
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It's Happening, Where? Find the Absolute and Relative Location of News Articles

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Students read newspaper articles. In this social studies lesson plan, students locate the latitude and longitude of the location where the news article takes place. Students write a summary of the news article.
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Where Did My Lunch Come From? A U.S. Regional Tour

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Learners explore the regions from which their food comes. In this social studies lesson, students identify the different agricultural products that are found in the major regions of the United States. Learners create a lunch menu.
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A River Through Time

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Learners explore how construction of a dam on the Gila River affected the lifestyle of Pima Indians. In this social studies lesson, students locate the Gila River and the Coolidge Dam. Learners record dates on a timeline and discuss how...
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Field Trip to Car Dealer

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explore how car dealership works. In this social studies lesson, students discuss the things to consider before buying a car. They write and share what they have learned in the field trip.
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How My Parents Learned to Eat

For Teachers 1st - 3rd
Students identify popular foods in Japan. In this social studies lesson, students read the story How My Parents Learned to Eat and discuss ways that the Japanese eat their food. Students research popular foods in Japan.
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Fusing Furniture And Asian Art

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students see how French artists used imported lacquer panels in their furniture. They explore Asian lacquer panels and create their own Asian-inspired lacquer panel design. They incorporate their classmates' designs into a new furniture...
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Folk Art Weather Vane

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
Young scholars observe weather vanes and explore their purpose and history and create a miniature weather vane from cardboard or wood.
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The Art and Writing of Estelle Ishigo, Heart Mountain Internment Camp, 1942-1945

For Teachers 8th - 9th
Students view images of the Heart Mountain Internment Camp created by Estelle Ishigo. They discuss the time and place portrayed in the images and create a timeline recording events related to the internment of Japanese Americans.

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