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Athabaskan Migration & Bering Strait

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students examine the various migration patterns of the Athabaskan. In groups, they discuss the Bering Strait Land Bridge theory of migration and take notes on a lecture from their teacher. To end the lesson, they brainstorm the...
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Business Cycles in the Four-Corners

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Learners are introduced to new vocabulary associated with business cycles. In groups, they read excerpts from their textbook about the causes and effects of business cycles. To end the lesson plan, they identify the businesses in the...
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The First & Fourteenth Amendments

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students analyze the historical implications of the First Amendment of 1791 and the Fourteenth Amendment of 1868, upon American Indians and African Americans. They consider the applicability of the 14th Amendment to African Americans in...
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Heritage: How did the pioneers impact Utah's environment

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders explore and refine the application of media, techniques, and artistic processes. They examine the environment of a landmark or place in Utah that was altered by the original settlers and determine how it was changed and...
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Population Growth and Urban Planning

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students discuss the following terms and their definitions: zero population growth, population density, demographics, urban sprawl, census, immigration, migration, infrastructure, population booms, megacities, birthrate, death rate,...
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America and the Vietnamese Conflict Unit

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students brainstorm what they know about the Vietnamese Conflict using terms which they sort into historical categories. They focus on essential questions which include the American reaction to the spread of Communism, American...
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Simple Symbols and American Children

For Teachers K
Students are introduced to a variety of symbols representing the United States. As a class, they identify places in which they have seen the various symbols and discuss what they mean. To end the lesson, they state the words from the...
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How To Estabish And Use Credit

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students investigate how to establish and use credit. They research the application and use process and the effects upon personal finance when using credit. The qualifying indicators are looked at determined whether they are fair during...
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Hiroshima, From All Sides

For Teachers 10th - 11th
Pupils comprehend how the Atomic Bomb affected humanity and ended WWII. They comprehend how the Atomic Bomb affected: scientists, Japanese citizens, and US leaders. Students receive a copy of Hiroshima, Readers Theater Rubiv. They...
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Coronado: Misfortune's Explorer

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders discuss the importance of Coronado's expedition through Texas and the trials his men endured during the journey. They view and discuss a map of Coronado's route, the effects of weather on the Great Plains, and Buffalo....
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Remember the Alamo

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders comprehend how the siege of the Alamo and the Texas revolution laid the groundwork for the United States-Mexican War. They discuss how westward expansion led to Texas Independence. Students complete the "Remeber the...
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President Barack Obama

For Students 3rd - 4th
In this American history activity, students read a biography about President Barack Obama and complete 8 multiple choice questions.
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A Study of Panama

For Students 4th - 5th
In this worksheet on Panama, students read an introduction about Panama, then read about its history, The Panama Canal, the Kuna Indians and the Endangered Species of Panama. After each selection, students answer a set of related questions.
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The Ultimate Sacrifice

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students explore the concept of sacrifice during wartime. In this World War II lesson, students explore the Allied and Axis Powers that existed during the war. Students discover sacrifices that were made by both powers during the war as...
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Students Suffocate Under Tens of Thousands in Loans

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Pupils explore the concept of student loans. In this student loans activity, students read an article about the large amount of student loans today's pupils owe. Students discuss how higher loan payments and increased debt will affect...
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Welfare to Work: The States Take Charge

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students examine the Work Opportunity Act of 1996. In this welfare lesson, students listen to their instructor present a lecture regarding the history of welfare and the passage of welfare reform. Students respond to discussion...
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The Role of the Independent Counsel

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars analyze the role of independent counsel. In this Bill of Rights lesson, students listen to their instructor present a lecture regarding Watergate, Impeachment, and the role of independent counsel. Young scholars...
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Feudalism

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Learners have tournaments in teams after learning information about The Middle Ages. In this Middle Ages lesson plan, students learn that tournaments are mock battles, but that they will have these battles by answering questions in teams...
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Dress in the 14th Century

For Students Pre-K - 6th
In this history worksheet, students explore the clothing styles of the 14th century. Students draw a picture of a knight or a girl. They answer questions about various items of clothing.
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The Fall of Rome (150CE-475CE)

For Students 6th - 12th
For this online interactive history worksheet, students respond to 50 multiple choice questions about the fall of Rome. Students may submit their answers to be scored.
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Family Law - Domestic Violence

For Teachers 10th - Higher Ed
Young scholars take a closer look at domestic violence. In this family law activity, students participate in a classroom simulation that requires them to define domestic violence and young scholars then discuss teen dating violence....
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War Aims Worksheet

For Students 9th - 12th
In this World War II worksheet, high schoolers read excerpts of 2 American diplomatic memos written in the 1930's to Germany and Japan. Then students respond to 2 short answer questions. 
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Movers and Trackers

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students work in pairs to research the changes in Florida's minority populations over the last fifty years. They prepare an oral presentation showcasing the contributions these populations have made to Florida's culture.
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Hillary Clinton's Record, Through the Looking Glass

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students assess how images and words in a political ad deliver its message and stir the emotions in the general public. They research information that supports or refutes claims made in the ad as well as the credibility of the ad. Each...