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US Environmental Protection Agency

Epa: The United States Experience With Economic Incentives for Pollution Control

For Students 9th - 10th
A summary of a report by the Environmental Protection Agency on how economic incentives have been used to control pollution and to improve protection of the environment and of human health. Assesses the role of economic incentives for...
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Other

National Commission on Terrorist Attacks Upon the United States

For Students 9th - 10th
The complete transcripts of the public hearings held by the 9-11 Commission from March 2003 to April 2003. There is also a collection of video excerpts.
Handout
US Department of State

Congressional Research Service: Iraq War: Background and Issues Overview [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
Published April 22, 2003, this Congressional Research Service Report analyzes the causes of the War in Iraq and the reasons behind the United States' invasion of the country. Although lengthy (59 pages), it provides the most detailed...
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Other

Childstats.gov

For Students 9th - 10th
Extensive data, including an annual report that looks at the state of children's well-being in the United States. It examines such issues as family environment, health care, poverty, welfare and how the government is reacting overall to...
Primary
Patrick McSherry

Spanish American War Centennial: Commodore Winfield Scott Schley's Report: Naval Battle of Santiago

For Students 9th - 10th
Report made by Commodore Winfield Schley to the United States authorities describing events that occurred during the naval battle at Santiago during the Spanish-American War.
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Centers for Disease Control: Childhood Obesity

For Students 9th - 10th
The concern over obesity in children in the United States is staggering. This site provides research and statistics along with suggesting ways to change the epidemic. Includes video.
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Other

Ben Gurion University of the Negev: State of Israel

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from Ben-Gurion University contains the first national report on the implementation of the United Nations Convention to combat desertification.
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National Cable Satellite Corporation

National Cable Satellite Corporation: C Span

For Students 9th - 10th
C-SPAN reports the latest news and covers recent issues and events in U.S. and world public affairs. Content includes live TV and radio, focused series, and more.
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University of Pittsburgh

Labor Legacy: 1919 Steel Strike

For Students 9th - 10th
Read reports of the 1919 Steel Strike in Pittsburgh that appeared in the National Labor Journal in October, 1919. An interesting viewpoint of the strike and strikers.
Article
PBS

Pbs Newshour Extra: Nyt Runs Never Before Published Photos

For Students 9th - 10th
Article reports on the decision of the New York Times to publish for the first time many photos that contribute to the understanding of African American history in the United States. Includes a video.
Activity
ReadWriteThink

Read Write Think: Bill of Rights Day Is Observed

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Contains plans for seven lessons that ask students to examine Supreme Court cases that have impacted civil liberties in the United States. Students work in groups and report their findings using PowerPoint presentations. In addition to...
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Smithsonian Institution

Smithsonian Learning Lab: Powerful Symbols and Words: Abolitionism & Women's Rights

For Teachers 9th - 10th Standards
This collection looks at an image and phrase used widely in abolitionist materials, and at how that symbol was adopted and adapted by Sojourner Truth and/or other women's rights activists. Students will examine an abolitionist medallion...
Primary
National Association of Social Workers

Nasw: Overview of Same Sex Marriage in the u.s.

For Students 9th - 10th
The struggle for civil rights and equality in the United States when it comes to legalization of same sex marriage is presented in a report by the National Association of Social Workers. Identify the ethics, domestic union and...