Lessons and Activities

A More Perfect Union

This online exhibit tells the story of Japanese-Americans who suffered a great injustice at the hands of the U.S. government during WWII. Explore...

• Grade Level(s):

  Gr. 7 | Age 13, Gr. 8 | Age 14, Gr. 9 | Age 15, Gr. 10 | Age 16, Gr. 11 | Age 17, Gr. 12 | Age 18

• Subjects:

  Wars

• Language:

  English

• Posted:

  Jun. 1, 2009

Posted by:

Anonymous

African Voices

Explore the themes, traditions, and artifacts that attest to Africa’s striking diversity and long history.

• Grade Level(s):

  Gr. 7 | Age 13, Gr. 8 | Age 14, Gr. 9 | Age 15, Gr. 10 | Age 16

• Subjects:

  History & Social Studies

• Language:

  English

• Posted:

  Jun. 1, 2009

Posted by:

Anonymous

Pathways to Freedom

Students can travel back to the 1800s as they assume the persona of a young slave.

• Grade Level(s):

  Gr. 7 | Age 13, Gr. 8 | Age 14, Gr. 9 | Age 15, Gr. 10 | Age 16, Gr. 11 | Age 17, Gr. 12 | Age 18

• Subjects:

  Historical Cultures & Periods

• Language:

  English

• Posted:

  Jun. 1, 2009

Posted by:

Anonymous

Econopolis

In this "ThinkQuest," students are introduced to economics through fun and engaging exercises.

• Grade Level(s):

  Gr. 5 | Age 11, Gr. 6 | Age 12, Gr. 7 | Age 13, Gr. 8 | Age 14

• Subjects:

  Economics

• Language:

  English

• Posted:

  Jun. 1, 2009

Posted by:

Anonymous

The Greeks

You'll find a wealth of teaching resources on Greek history at this site, which was created to complement a PBS series.

• Grade Level(s):

  Gr. 7 | Age 13, Gr. 8 | Age 14, Gr. 9 | Age 15, Gr. 10 | Age 16, Gr. 11 | Age 17, Gr. 12 | Age 18

• Subjects:

  History & Social Studies

• Language:

  English

• Posted:

  Jun. 1, 2009

Posted by:

Anonymous

The Vikings

Students can explore the Viking world with Thorkel, and take part in interactive activities. They'll learn about the Vikings' beliefs, trade, inv...

• Grade Level(s):

  Gr. 4 | Age 10, Gr. 5 | Age 11, Gr. 6 | Age 12, Gr. 7 | Age 13, Gr. 8 | Age 14

• Subjects:

  History & Social Studies

• Language:

  English

• Posted:

  Jun. 1, 2009

Posted by:

Anonymous

Ancient Egypt

This is a website which focuses on pertinent topics of Ancient Egypt. The .ink file has a brief overview with a link to the site.

• Grade Level(s):

  Gr. 4 | Age 10, Gr. 5 | Age 11, Gr. 6 | Age 12, Gr. 7 | Age 13, Gr. 8 | Age 14

• Subjects:

  Historical Cultures & Periods

• Language:

  English

• Posted:

  Jun. 13, 2009

Posted by:

Anonymous

Great People of the 20th Century

This text-based website profiles 50 great people who shaped the 20th century.

• Grade Level(s):

  Gr. 4 | Age 10, Gr. 5 | Age 11, Gr. 6 | Age 12, Gr. 7 | Age 13, Gr. 8 | Age 14

• Subjects:

  History & Social Studies

• Language:

  English

• Posted:

  Jun. 1, 2009

Posted by:

Anonymous

Life in 16th Century Scotland

Students can travel back to the 16th century and explore life during the reign of Mary, Queen of Scots.

• Grade Level(s):

  Gr. 7 | Age 13, Gr. 8 | Age 14, Gr. 9 | Age 15, Gr. 10 | Age 16, Gr. 11 | Age 17, Gr. 12 | Age 18

• Subjects:

  History & Social Studies

• Language:

  English

• Posted:

  Jun. 1, 2009

Posted by:

Anonymous

Pyramid Challenge

Students can journey back to ancient Egypt, where they are given the task of building the pharaoh's pyramid. Are they up to the challenge?

• Grade Level(s):

  Gr. 7 | Age 13, Gr. 8 | Age 14, Gr. 9 | Age 15, Gr. 10 | Age 16, Gr. 11 | Age 17, Gr. 12 | Age 18

• Subjects:

  History & Social Studies

• Language:

  English

• Posted:

  Jun. 1, 2009

Posted by:

Anonymous