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Detailed History of the Hungarian Revolution of 1956

For Students 9th - 10th
This site examines the events of the Hungarian Revolution. It includes a timeline and glossary of events, people, and groups, and other organizations.
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St. Lawrence University: Brief History of Mesopotamia

For Students 9th - 10th
A paper which discusses the accomplishments of early Mesopotamian society in the fields of mathematics, astronomy, and literature.
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Automotive Industries

For Students 9th - 10th
This site is to an on-line magazine that is loaded with current and up-to-date information on the auto industry. Good general information about the auto industry.
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Sheffield Hallam University: Gas Chromatography

For Students 9th - 10th
This page uses diagrams and charts along with written text to explain gas chromatography.
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Colonial Hall: Benjamin Rush (1745 1813)

For Students 9th - 10th
This non-profit site offers detailed biography of Benjamin Rush. the United States. Examines his early training, his years in Europe, his work in medicine, his role in the Revolutionary War, and his political career. Rest of site has...
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An American Tradition: The Pennsylvania Impressionists

For Students 9th - 10th
This site gives an in-depth look into the Pennsylvania Impressionists and their history.
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Shakespeare Resource Center: Shakespeare's Grammar

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This site contains an introduction to Shakespeare's grammar and sections on his works, play synopses, Elizabethan England, and more.
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Circular Breathing

For Students 9th - 10th
Circular breathing is a method of breathing that is used to "maintain a sound for a long period of time." This article explains how to engage circular breathing as a technique for playing the instrument.
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Mostly Fiction: Latin American Writers and Magic

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
The writer of this site tells about her experience with reading literature written in the "magical realism" style. It is a personal response to literature, rather than a scholarly analysis, but it is well-written and knowledgable. Many...
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Biography of Louis L'amour

For Students 9th - 10th
Extensive biographical information on the life and accomplishments of Louis L'Amour. Includes photographs and links to his works.
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Lascomm: The Basics of Fiber Optic Cable

For Students 9th - 10th
An informative article about fiber optics cabling. Includes an introduction, fiber-optic technology, an illustration, applications, advantages and disadvantages, economics, and summary.
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Louis L'amour: Photo Gallery

For Students 9th - 10th
Extensive collection of annotated photographs of L'Amour. Many bear his personal caption.
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Communication Is Wonderful, if It Ever Takes Place

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a brief, but insightful article about the importance of communication, how we communicate, and why we sometimes fail to communicate.
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Duquesne University: Pre Rapaelite Critic

For Students 9th - 10th
This site is a critic of the Pre-Raphaelite era and its paintings during this period.
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Ameri Span Unlimited

For Students 9th - 10th
AmeriSpan Unlimited provides immersion, intern, and educational tours in Spanish-speaking countries. Information on all programs, job opportunities, and travel resources are provided.
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Nuclear files.org: Julius Robert Oppenheimer

For Students 9th - 10th
At this site from Nuclearfiles.org you can read a biography of J. Robert Oppenheimer and about his career as a scientist and his important involvement with the Manhattan Project and Atomic Energy Commission.
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Midwest Today: Gambling on a New Life

For Students 9th - 10th
This 1995 article, from "Midwest Today" focuses on the fact that gambling in Indian reservation is not always a "plus" for the community. The article is an extensive one, covering many of the issues of enforcement and sovereignty which...
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Stanford Research Institute: Robotics Demonstrations

For Students 9th - 10th
Robotics demonstration videos from Stanford Research Institute.
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Wesleyan University: West African Music

For Students 9th - 10th
This site talks about the African harp, guitar and several other instruments.
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Skating Charleston Steps

For Students 9th - 10th
A detailed written instruction of the Charleston. There is a list of suitable music to perform this dance to.
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Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences Winners 1969 2002

For Students 9th - 10th
A list of the Nobel Peace Prize winners from 1969-2002 (updated yearly). Click on the names of the winners for more information.
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Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine Winners 2008 1901

For Students 9th - 10th
A list of the Nobel Prize winners in Physiology or Medicine (updated yearly). Click on the names for more information.
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Front to Back Charleston

For Students 9th - 10th
Written directions to a variation of the Charleston using the front to back dance style. Lists some suggested swing music cd's.
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Face to Face Charleston Steps

For Students 9th - 10th
Instructions to the dance form of the Charleston dance, with the partners facing each other. The lessons to the dance are in a written format. There is a suggested list of music.