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Where in the World is Mr. Fultz?
Young scholars use maps and other geographic resources to learn about their world while problem solving. They read clues each day and use classroom resources to narrow down where the prize is located.
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Using an Almanac
Young scholars work cooperatively in order to identify specific situations in which an almanac is the best choice for locating information. They answer specific questions, record the page on which the answer was found, and the key words...
National First Ladies' Library
Let's Make a World Series Almanac
Middle schoolers discuss the meaning of the word, almanac and then decide which statistics about the World Series they think should be included in the almanac, browsing some websites to get some idea of what statistics are available....
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The World Almanac for Kids
Fifth graders identify and compare the features of The World Almanac for Kids in the print form and in the CD-ROM/ on-line form. They predict which format is the easiest to access and the most informative, then draw conclusions from...
Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
Benjamin Franklin: In Search of a Better World
Of the many roles he played, Benjamin Franklin most wanted to be remembered as B. Franklin, Printer. Learners of all ages find out more about this amazing man through the activities included in the Benjamin Franklin Tercentenary Guide. Â
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Investigating World Cultures
Learners, in groups, write research reports and create visuals about countries, put on a culture fair, and use PowerPoint to present their information.
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The World's Water Woes
Students discuss their community's water sources and assess the factors affecting the water availability and quality. They research water disputes around the world and explain common factors among them.
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Four Corners Mystery: Where In The World Are We?
Students research and describe various locations around the world using five fundamental themes of geography.
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We Are One World
Young scholars access prior knowledge to choose a country and research the living conditions in that country. In this living conditions lesson, students recognize the differences and similarities of conditions of another country to ours....
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Developing, Developing, Developed!
Students differentiate among and explain various levels of economic development around the world. They see that levels of economic development vary greatly in different countries according to many different measures.
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The Fall of the Roman Empire and the Armenian Tragedy of 1915
Students examine the fall of the Roman Empire and the Armenian tragedy. In this world history lesson plan, students read handouts about both world history events and create presentations that feature the events.
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Studies of the Eastern Worlds: Population Graphing
Seventh graders participate in several learning/research stations in which they view artwork from various countries of the Eastern world and collect information on the populations of the Eastern countries. They then use this information...
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Famous Landmarks
Students research a country and the national holidays the people of that country celebrates. In this cultural celebrations lesson, students are assigned a country, research the major holidays of that country, and create a 12-month...
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The Timeline of a Lifetime
Students create a timeline which includes four important events from their own life, two national events and two world events. They write an essay highlighting the four events included on the timeline.
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Virginia In the World: The Geography of Commerce
Middle schoolers examine how Virginia connects with the world through export trade. Using a map, they use symbols to depict the value of trade and the direction of the flow of goods. They complete a scavenger hunt using electronic...
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Legacy of Colonialism
Students explore the extent of colonialism from the early periods in the 1500's to the later years in the mid 1900's. They explain how colonization differed in regions around the world and examine the lasting effects on the colonized...
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The Role of Philanthropy in an Ever Changing World: Where Did it all Start? Time-lines of History
Students create timeline to trace the history and development of the selected organization, and compare the history of the selected organization to actual historical events.
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Leapin' Landmarks: Locating 10 Man-made Landmarks Around the World
Third graders label continents, oceans, and major mountain ranges on maps and use the maps to write an informational report about landmarks. In this landmarks lesson plan, 3rd graders write about 1 major landmark.
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Collars, Curtains and Kings: Exploring the History of Lace
Students design to explore the world of objects as related to lace. Students will create a lace mural highlighting what they learn about the world of lace. Students brainstorm ideas via the internet websites.
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Government Lesson Plan: Lesson Plan 12
Students investigate various political systems around the world. They complete a chart that compares the U.S. political system with other nations' governments, conduct research on a selected nation, and present an oral report.
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Where in the World Clues
Students demonstrate ability to access information and classify that information as broad or specific. They create a game to share with other students.
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The Floating World
Students explore through art and literature the social mores and ideals of beauty during the Edo period (1615-1868) in Japan. This instructional activity includes resource links and possible instructional activity enrichments.
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Couch Potatoes Around the World#138
Students identify potato chips as a consumer product and investigate what processes are needed to make the chips. They investigate where the potatoes are grown and harvested before being made into chips at a processing plant. They make a...
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The Role of Philanthropy in an Ever Changing World: Where Did It All Start?
Learners trace the origin and history of a nonprofit organization to help them explain the importance of philanthropy.
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