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A President's Vision: George Washington

For Teachers 5th - 11th Standards
Who knew that one poster about George Washington could have so many learning possibilities attached to it? Here you'll find an attractive learning display on the first president of the United States, as well as worksheets and...
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U.S. State Capitals Dotted Handwriting Worksheet

For Students 4th - 5th
For this U.S. state capitals handwriting worksheet, students trace 2 state names and write both their capital and the state name again on the lines provided. 
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U.S. State Capitals Vocabulary Decoder Worksheet

For Students 4th - 8th
In this state capitals learning exercise, students match the city names to the states they go to. Students match 15 cities to 15 different states.
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U.S. State Capitals Multiple Choice Definitions Worksheet

For Students 3rd - 6th
In this state capitals learning exercise, students choose the correct state capitals for each state. Students complete 15 multiple choice questions.
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U.S. State Capitals Word Scramble Worksheet

For Students 3rd - 6th
In this states worksheet, students unscramble the names of states in the United States. Students unscramble the names for 15 states.
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U.S. State Capitals Cursive Handwriting Worksheet

For Students 2nd - 3rd
In this states handwriting worksheet, students trace and write the names of 2 states in cursive writing. Students trace and write the names for Illinois and Michigan.
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What is Meant by Returning to Fundamental Principles?

For Teachers 11th - 12th Standards
What did the Founding Fathers mean by the importance of continually returning to fundamental principles? Your young historians will analyze a series of quotations illustrating the fundamental ideals and principles of the...
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Examine Economic Factors That Influence Human Migration Along the U.S/Mexican Border

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students bring in their own article about immigration and how it is affecting their community. They summarize their article and brainstorm reasons why someone would immigrate to another country. They discuss push and pull factors.
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Egg Hunt Lesson

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders explore religious holidays by participating in an egg hunt. In this Easter lesson, 4th graders review the different U.S. states and capitols before completing a geography egg hunt activity. Students read geographic clues...
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The United States and Canada Review Worksheet and Study Guide

For Students 7th - 10th
In this geography skills instructional activity, students respond to 34 short answer questions about the geographic features and climates found in the United States and Canada.
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U.S.-Cuba Relations

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students study the history of United State/Cuba relations. In this diplomacy lesson, students research selected websites to gather information regarding various topics of significance between the U.S. and Cuba since 1868. Students...
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Mystery State #31

For Students 5th - 8th
In this United States mystery instructional activity, students determine which state is described by the 5 clues listed on the sheet and then mark it on the outline map of the United States.
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Surprise!: English Language Development Lessons (Theme 2)

For Teachers 1st Standards
Surprise! is the theme of this series of ESL lessons. Cover an array of topics such as where we live, different times of day, shapes, the city and the country, what we do for fun, jobs, and games, all while practicing how...
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Naming the States of the U.S

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders study the 50 states on a map. In this social studies lesson, 5th graders identify the names of the states and location. Additionally, students work in small groups to name and locate as many states as they can on a blank...
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Capitals, Oceans, And Border States

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Students investigate geography by completing games with classmates. In this United States of America lesson, students examine a map of North America and identify the borders of Mexico and Canada as well as the Pacific and Atlantic....
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Geography A to Z: The Letter S

For Students 6th - 8th
The letter S is the clue learners need to answer each of the seven geography questions on the worksheet. They answer questions about African, Canadian, Middle Eastern, and US geography using locations that begin with the letter S.
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Puerto Rico: The 51st State?

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students research the history of Puerto Rico, its culture, and geography. In this Puerto Rico lesson, students find Puerto Rico on a map and find specific regions or cities. Students discuss Puerto Rico's statehood and listen to salsa...
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Ohio's U.S. Presidents

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders investigate the state of Ohio's claim to be the "Mother of Presidents." Nine U.S. presidents were from the state and their contributions and terms of office are examined in this lesson.
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Florida: U.S. Geography for Kids

For Students 4th - 6th
In this Florida geography worksheet, students locate and label the important features of Florida and create icons for the economy and culture of Florida.
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The States and Capitals - Part One

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students write the capital of the U.S. cities beside each state. In this U.S. capitals lesson, students write each capital city next to the state.
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U.S. State Capitols Spiral Puzzle

For Students 4th - 6th
In this U.S. state capitals instructional activity, students use a set of 8 definition clues to complete a U.S. capitals spiral puzzle. A reference web site is given for additional activities.
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U.S. State Capitals Multiple Choice Activity

For Students 4th - 5th
In this U.S. state capitols worksheet, students choose the correct capital of given states, 15 total. A reference web site is given for additional activities.
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Fifty States

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders find each state and its capital city on a map before memorizing the information. They work in small groups after watching a modeled lesson by the teachers. They write a statement about their assigned states and capital...
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U.S. Commonwealths and Territories

For Students 2nd - 4th
In this Puerto Rico instructional activity, students follow directions to create icons and label cities on a map of Puerto Rico. Students follow 5 sets of directions.