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A Peace Maker in the Aftermath of War

For Teachers 5th - 7th
Students discover how Barbara Reynolds was involved with the atomic bomb in World War II.  In this World War II atomic bomb lesson plan, students work in groups to research WWII.  Students present their findings with pictures...
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National First Ladies' Library

World Starvation

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students investigate the concept of world starvation and some of the organizations that are founded in order to help solve the problem. They conduct research using a variety of resources. The information is used in order to conduct class...
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Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Have your class explore the effects of war by reading Eleanor Coerr's story, "Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes." This is a story about a sixth grader who lives in Hiroshima when the atomic bomb is dropped. Learners answer questions,...
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Force Field Physics

For Teachers 8th Standards
Attracted class members to an activity-packed journey through the science behind the invisible forces at work all around us. From jump rope generators to junkyard wars, there's never a dull moment when eighth grade physics scholars...
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Harry S. Truman Library & Museum

Marshall Plan: Convince the American People

For Teachers 11th - 12th Standards
This is an excellent resource for US history classes, especially AP history. After learning some background on the Marshall Plan, the class, divided into two groups, researches opposing positions on this aid program. Groups read and...
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Study Guide to Mere Christianity

For Teachers 9th - Higher Ed
Delve into the arguments central to Christianity as C.S. Lewis in Mere Christianity creates a rational case for his religion. Although slightly preachy in its format, this resource fully outlines, in two different sets, the essential...
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A President's Vision: Franklin D. Roosevelt

For Teachers 8th - 11th Standards
This poster goes well beyond any traditional worksheet in allowing learners to analyze a variety of primary source documents related to the presidency of Franklin D. Roosevelt.
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The Debate in the United States over the League of Nations: League of Nations Basics

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students describe Woodrow Wilson's concepts for peace and the League of Nations and efforts to foster American support for it.
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Greek Geography

For Teachers 9th - 12th
A riddle and a class lecture kick off this lesson on Greek Geography and city features. Learners use a worksheet to answer questions related to what they learned in lecture and complete a homework assignment. Note: This is a lesson...
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'Song of the South' a racist tune?

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students read the information about the movie "Song of the South" and watch some of the clips. They write their reaction to the proposal to re-release the movie. Students consider whether it would matter if the studio adds an...
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Radio Program #2: Ethnic Mix

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Students examine patterns of migration into the area. They complete various map activities and interviews. Students partake in family histories as well. On a map of Europe, identify the countries of immigrant origin mentioned in the...
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US Government: Foreign Policy

For Teachers 8th - 11th
Students explore the basic precepts of American foreign policy. In this diplomacy lesson, students read textbook chapters regarding American foreign policy practices before and after World War II. Students also watch a...
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Investigating Past and Present: A Look at The Universal Declaration of Human Rights

For Teachers 10th - Higher Ed
Students compare the Universal Declaration of Human Rights to the war crimes of WWII. In this lesson on Human Rights, students evaluate the causes of WWII, war crimes, and determine whether the outcome might have been different otherwise.
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South Carolina Voices: Lessons from the Holocaust

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Learners examine the location of the Holocaust.  For this mapping lesson, students analyze two maps identifying the area in which the Holocaust took place. Learners familiarize themselves with the symbols used during this time...
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H4 Homework Assignment #1

For Students 9th - 12th
For this global studies worksheet, students read the noted pages in their textbooks and then respond to 4 short answer questions about World War I and Russian history.
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Children's Literature Across the Curriculum Ideas-The Gadget War

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
Students read The Gadget War by Betsy Duffey. They complete a variety of cross-curricular activities surrounding inventors and inventions. Included are reading, art, math, science, writing, social studies, and library connections.
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A Shot in the Backwoods of Pennsylvania Sets the World Afire

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students study the French and Indian War and examine the events that led to the conflict.  In this political lesson students compare the important significance of this event and how the relationships were impacted.
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Fossil Fuels and Its Effects On The World

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Learners explore the effects of a declining fossil fuel system would have on the world. They read the line graph and other information to answer questions about fossil fuels. Students use mathematics to analyze graphical data and...
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Teaching About Peace Through the Cranes of Hiroshima

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students listen to the story of "Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes." They discuss the events of Hiroshima, effects of the bombing, and methods people can make a difference in achieving peace in the world. Students use orgami paper and...
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Studies of the Ancient World

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders, after taking a pretest, write a paragraph describing the difference between Athens and Sparta and write an article about the ancient Phoenicians, describing their contributions to world history. They compare democracy in...
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Pearl Harbor vs September 11 Attack

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners compare and contrast the events of the Pearl Harbor Attack and the attack on September 11, 2001 by examining the similarities and differences between these two events.
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Focused Learning Lesson

For Teachers 11th
Eleventh graders analyze charts and primary source documents to compare life in the 1940s and 1950s. They are encouraged to examine the economy, government, sports and education.
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The Marshall Plan And The Reconstruction Of Europe

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders investigate various aspects that are associated with the history of Maryland. They look at the establishment of America as becoming a superpower. They conduct research using the text provided. The students gather the...
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Takejiro Higa - Military Intelligence Service

For Teachers 11th
Eleventh graders study the contribution of Takejiro Higa in the invasion of Okinawa.

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