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Planning a Railroad

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Students use a topographical map to plan a route from Doknner Summit to Truckee, then compare it to the route selected by Theodore Judah.
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Find the Oldest

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Pupils track down their town's oldest standing man-made landmark. By learning more about the oldest structure in their area (whether it's a church, store, graveyard, bridge, etc.), they discover interesting details about their town's...
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'My Town' Brochure

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders use the internet to research a city or town on the "Walk Across Texas" route. They create a brochure or booklet advertising their assigned city or town.
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Stars and Stripes

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students design a United States flag using reasoning. They describe their design to make it easy for it to be duplicated. They share their designs with the class.
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Greece Adopts the Euro

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Learners examine the European Union and how it adopted a single currency, the Euro. They research a number of websites to explain the Euro and its current value.
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Exploring Film Genres for Telling Hero Stories: Animated Shorts

For Teachers 5th - Higher Ed
Students will create short movies. The integration of technology into the curriculum is important for learners to apply in various ways. This lesson is an example of that kind of integration.
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Noh Theater

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners compare Noh drama to western drama and trace the influence of Japanese theater on modern western drama.  In this Noh drama instructional activity, students read the play Black Tomb (Kurozuko) defining the elements and...
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National Park Service: Andrew Johnson National Historic Site

For Students Pre-K - 1st
The "Constitutional President," Andrew Johnson lived in this Tennessee historic site for 24 years. Peruse the history, culture, and photographs about the 17th president of the United States. Educators can take advantage of resources....
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National Park Service: Andrew Johnson National Historic Site

For Students Pre-K - 1st
The "Constitutional President," Andrew Johnson lived in this Tennessee historic site for 24 years. Peruse the history, culture, and photographs about the 17th president of the United States. Educators can take advantage of resources....
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Manitoba Historical Society: Peguis Friend of the Pale Face

For Students 3rd - 8th
The life of Chief Peguis is profiled. He tried tomake peace between the white settlers and the threatened aboriginal peoples.A tall granite monument of Chief Peguis was erected in Kildonan Park in Winnipeg where he had often visited the...
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National Park Service

For Students 9th - 10th
Offered by the National Park Service, this is truly one of America's finest websites! So many natural resources to enjoy, historic sites to visit, and information on almost any aspect of any National Park - for the clicking! Be sure to...
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French Government Site: The Cave at Lascaux

For Students 3rd - 8th
This official government site for the Cave at Lascaux can be viewed in English, French, German and Spanish. This site provides a virtual tour, fun facts, a timeline, and more.
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National Park Service: Atlanta: National Register of Historic Places

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore Atlanta by visiting a number of historic sites in this fascinating city. Each highlighted site features commentary on historic significance and eye catching photography. At the bottom of each page you see links to four essays...
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National Park Service: Lincoln Home National Historic Site

For Students 9th - 10th
This site contains photographs, descriptions, and hours of visitation of Lincoln's historic home. The site has links to quotes by Lincoln, writings about Lincoln and virtual tours and photographs of Lincoln's home, neighborhood, and home...
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National Park Service: National Historic Site: Edgar Allan Poe

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides photos of Edgar Allan Poe's historic home in Philadelphia, read a biography and a chronology of his life, and visit links to other Poe-related websites.
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Augustine.com: Virtual Tours of St. Augustine

For Students 9th - 10th
How would you like to visit St. Augustine? Join the virtual tours offered and see some of the rich historic sites found in the city.
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China State Council Information Office and the China International Publishing Group

Backgrounder: Nixon's 1972 "Ice Breaking" Visit to China

For Students 9th - 10th
This site discusses Nixon's 1972 visit to China and its lasting effects. There is a recent article reflecting on a significant historical event. Includes links to information about other presidents and their relationship with China.
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National Park Service: Aboard the Underground Railroad

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the fascinating people and places associated with the Underground Railroad as you visit the historic places on this travel register. Use the map or peruse the sites to find interesting facts and information.
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L'institution Visite

For Students 9th - 10th
This site offers a virtual tour of the Palais du Luxembourg which is the seat of the French senate.A historical overview of the Palais du Luxembourg is included.
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Greater Philadelphia Tourism: History in Philadelphia

For Students 9th - 10th
Welcome to the city of Philadelphia! Colorful photos of historical sites and notable places around the city are showcased. It offers links to Things to do, Events, Food and drinks, Hotels, and Planning a visit.
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Virginia Trekkers

For Students 3rd - 8th
Travel Virginia with the Virginia Trekkers, a group of hardy teachers, as they trek around the beautiful State of Virginia! Virtually visit areas of geological and historical significance across the five regions: Appalachian Plateau,...
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Virtual Museum of Canada

Virtual Museum of Canada: Community Stories: Visiting the Memories of Our Past

For Students 9th - 10th
A photographic history of Bird Cove, Newfoundland and Labrador.
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University College London: Internet Resources on Romania

For Students 9th - 10th
Any research on Romania will not be complete unless you visit this site. Included are links to historical sites, culture and society sites, and government sites.
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National Museum of Ireland

For Students 9th - 10th
Visit the online home of the National Museum of Ireland in Dublin, Ireland. Browse through to research and discover historic sites, parks and gardens, culture and the arts throughout Ireland. Also provides links to its four other...