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Wikipedia: Epilogue
This in an encyclopedia entry for the word "Epilogue." It defines the term, provides background information, and discusses its use in literature and in film.
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Wikipedia: Prologue
This is an ecyclopedia entry for the word "Prologue." It defines the word, provides background and the origin of the word, and a brief example.
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Wikipedia: Fable
This is an encyclopedia entry for the word "Fable." It defines the term, explains its characteristics, provides background including Aseop's Fables and those from various countries, and offers a list of fabulists and their works.
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Wikipedia: Parable
This is an encyclopedia entry for the word "Parable." It defines the word, discusses its origins, and provides examples.
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Wikipedia: Understatement
This is an encyclopedia entry for the word "Understatement." It defines the term, provides background information about it, and offers references.
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Wikipedia: Star of David
A detailed entry on the history, symbolism and current usage of the Star of David. Also has nice illustrations.
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Wikipedia: Save the Children
Explains the origin and history of the Save the Children global relief organization, as well as its campaigns, structure and accountability, and controversies it has faced.
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Wikipedia: Politics of Russia
A thorough article on the politics of Russia. Includes an explanation of the branches of government, the constitution, political parties and elections, and local and regional governments.
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Wikipedia: Roberston Davies
You will find a biography of Davies here, lists of his published works, a list of awards he won and links to other sites.
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Wikipedia: Frances Hodgson Burnett
A brief article on author Francis Hodgson Burnett, best known for children's books, such as "The Secret Garden" and "A Little Princess." Includes a glimpse of her early childhood in England and move to the U.S., as well as an overview of...
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Wikipedia: Thornton Burgess
A good resource for teachers needing information on children's author and conservationist, Thornton Burgess. This article provides a brief biography, a list of Burgess's awards and accomplishments, and a list of Burgess's published works.
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Wikipedia: List of Countries by Gdp (Ppp) Per Capita
A ranking of the world's countries by per capita GDP (Gross Domestic Product).
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Wikipedia: Ralph Nader
A thorough encyclopedic biography of Ralph Nader, covering his early life, his activism, and his third-party candidacy in four presidential elections.
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Wikipedia: 2004 Republican National Convention
Very detailed encyclopedic entry covering the 2004 Republican National Convention.
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Wikipedia: Curling
This article on curling provides a history of the sport, as well as "basics of the game," information on the playing surface, players and equipment. Includes a "graphical depiction of a curling sheet," photographs of equipment and a lot...
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Wikipedia: Music of the United States
Very thorough resource for music in the United States. History, genres, and references can be found on this site. Includes sample audio recordings.
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Wikipedia: Pauline Johnson
Here is a good introduction to the life, heritage, education, and writing of Native Canadian author Pauline Johnson. Includes a list of resources for further study and links to related people and topics.
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Wikipedia: Robbie Robertson
Here is an article on Jaime Robert Robertson, a Canadian musician, a member of The Band. Looks at his early life, career, recordings, and film work.
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Wikipedia: Tomson Highway
Here is an article on Cree writer and performer Tomson Highway. Includes a list of his plays, novels, and books.
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Wikipedia: Aboriginal Peoples in Canada
Here is an introduction to the Aboriginal Peoples who live in Canada, also called "First Peoples." Learn about their history before and after colonization, treaties and legislation, the diverse cultures and their demographics.
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Wikipedia: New France
An overview of New France, from the time the French first began to explore the area until they ceded Canada to the British (Treaty of Paris, signed in 1763). Includes a discussion of the founding of Quebec City and early maps of the...
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Wikipedia: Maple Syrup
A trip to the sugarbush is a popular field trip for many students. Before such a trip, or even just during the season, learning about the production of maple syrup is a great way to introduce a study of Canada's cultural heritage.
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Wikipedia: Grey Owl
Credited both as a writer and conservationist, Grey Owl (aka Archibald Belaney) made a career promoting environmental causes and nature conservation. Although he was extremely popular prior to his death, afterwards this was not the case....
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Wikipedia: William George Barker
A biography and military history of one of WWI's most famous flying Aces.