Curated OER
Breaking News English: Armstrong Wins 7th Tour de France
In this English worksheet, students read "Armstrong Wins 7th Tour de France" and then respond to 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.
Curated OER
Breaking News English: Lance Armstrong
For this Lance Armstrong worksheet, students read the article, answer true and false questions, complete synonym matching, complete phrase matching, complete a gap fill, answer short answer questions, answer discussion questions, write,...
Curated OER
Disneyland Celebrates 50th Birthday
In this current events worksheet, students read an article about Disneyland celebrating its' 50th birthday and answer eight true or false questions, 10 synonym matching questions, and 10 phrase matching questions based on the article.
Planet eBooks
Planet E Book: Down and Out in Paris and London [Pdf]
The complete text of "Down and Out in Paris and London" by George Orwell is available here in PDF format. Down and Out in Paris and London, which was first released in 1933, is 254 pages pages long.
New York Times
New York Times: Sacred Paris
Explore Paris' many churches and the architectural and artistic treasures hidden within them. This video presentation offers colorful photos of stained-glass windows, paintings, ceiling frescoes, sculptures, archways, and carvings, and...
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: The Treaty of Paris (1763) and Its Impact
Find out about the terms of the Treaty of Paris, 1763, which brought an end to the French and Indian War. See how Spain fit into the treaty and read about the colonists' views of the British soldiers at the end of the war.
Other
Pigeon Post Into Paris 1870 1871
This site describes the pigeon post which was in operation during the Franco-Prussian War. It gives historical background, discusses communications, organization of the pigeon service, and dispatches.
Other
The Paris Review: Dna of Literature: Thornton Wilder
Wilder muses about writing, drama, patriotism and other topics in this interview. Download the interview as a .pdf document, or read a short excerpt online.
Curated OER
A View on Cities: Paris: Pont Alexandre Iii
Pont Alexandre III looking towards Les Invalides (Paris)
Curated OER
A View on Cities: Paris: Fountain of the Rivers at Place De La Concorde
Fountain of the Rivers at Place de la Concorde (Paris)
Curated OER
A View on Cities: Paris: Tuileries
Tuileries looking towards Place de la Concorde (Paris)
Marilyn J. Brackney
Imagination Factory: Carve a Free Form Sculpture
Instructions on how to carve a small sculpture using plaster of Paris, a table knife and spoon. Also included is background information on the emergence of modern sculpture.
Curated OER
Web Gallery of Art: The Echevins of Paris Praying Before St Genevieve
An image of "The Echevins of Paris Praying before St Genevieve", created by Georges Lallemant in 1611 (Oil on canvas, 200 x 250 cm).
Library of Congress
Loc: Policies and Problems of the Confederation Government
This teacher resource includes imagesand historical documents, alllowing readers to trace the creation of our government from the Continental Congress through the Articles of Confederation. An overview helps to clarify the policies and...
Other
The Haitian Revolution of 1791 1803
This is the first of four linked pages presenting a comprehensive essay on the Haitian Revolution.