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Ancient Egypt Map Lesson Pack - Twinkl
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3 to 7
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Take Your Students on a Journey Through Ancient Egypt! The Twinkl Ancient Egypt Map Lesson is a fantastic resource for helping students explore the geography of this fascinating civilization....more
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Take Your Students on a Journey Through Ancient Egypt! The Twinkl Ancient Egypt Map Lesson is a fantastic resource for helping students explore the geography of this fascinating civilization. Students will learn about key locations like the Nile River, pyramids, temples, and ancient cities with detailed maps, interactive activities, and guided lessons, This ready-to-use lesson makes it easy to connect geography with history, helping students understand how the landscape shaped Egyptian life, trade, and culture. Perfect for an engaging and visual learning experience!
tag(s): asia (135), egypt (59), map skills (67), maps (222)
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Give students a blank map of Ancient Egypt and have them label key locations like the Nile River, Giza, Thebes, Memphis, the Red Sea, and the Sahara Desert. Add a challenge by having them color-code fertile land, deserts, and water sources to understand Egypt's geography. Students role-play as Egyptian traders or travelers journeying along the Nile. They will use a map to plan their route, deciding where to stop for food, trade, or religious ceremonies. They can write a travel diary entry describing their experiences. Make the travel diary online using a tool like WriteReader, reviewed here or Book Creator, reviewed here. Cut out sections of an Ancient Egypt map and mix them up. Have students work in groups to reassemble the map, identifying key landmarks as they put it together. Using clay, paper mache, or even a digital tool such as Delightex (formerly CoSpaces) reviewed here, students create a 3D model of Ancient Egypt, highlighting the Nile River, major cities, and famous landmarks.You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
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The Griot tradition of West Africa - The Griot tradition of West Africa
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3 to 12
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The Griot tradition of West Africa featuring Sibo Bangoura is a six-minute video featuring Sibo playing the Kora. Sibo sings a traditional West African song called Nan Fulie, which...more
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The Griot tradition of West Africa featuring Sibo Bangoura is a six-minute video featuring Sibo playing the Kora. Sibo sings a traditional West African song called Nan Fulie, which focuses on the importance of the Griot people. He additionally features an improvisation on the Djembe.
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tag(s): africa (154)
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Students can learn about the musical instruments Sibo features. Students can compare and contrast Sibo to other African musicians using Google Drawings, reviewed here. Finally, students can use WordClouds, reviewed here to share their feelings and emotions while listening to the songs.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Ruth Bader Ginsburg for Kids - Bedtime Stories
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3 to 5
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The "Ruth Bader Ginsburg for Kids" video provides an engaging and accessible overview of Ruth Bader Ginsburg's life, highlighting her perseverance, dedication to education, and advocacy...more
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The "Ruth Bader Ginsburg for Kids" video provides an engaging and accessible overview of Ruth Bader Ginsburg's life, highlighting her perseverance, dedication to education, and advocacy for gender equality. Teachers can use the video in the classroom to introduce students to important themes such as resilience, breaking barriers, and social justice. The video's storytelling approach makes it ideal for sparking discussions about historical gender discrimination, the role of the Supreme Court, and how individuals can create change. Incorporate the video into lessons on influential women in history, civic engagement, or career exploration. As a follow-up activity, students can reflect on challenges they have faced, research other trailblazers, or discuss ways to promote fairness and equality in their communities. If your district blocks YouTube, then the video may not be viewable.
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tag(s): courts (23), jews (63), supreme court (30)
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Students can create a timeline of key events in Ruth Bader Ginsburg's life using drawings, captions, or digital tools such as Timelinely, reviewed here or Padlet, reviewed here. Students can research another historical figure who fought for fairness (ex., Malala Yousafzai, Thurgood Marshall, Rosa Parks). They can present their findings in a "living museum" where they act as the person. Divide students into small groups and assign roles: judge, lawyer, and citizens. Then, present a simple fairness-related scenario (ex., "Should recess time be equal for all grades?"). Students debate both sides before the "judge" makes a decision, practicing critical thinking and public speaking.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Ruth Bader Ginsburg - National Geographic Kids
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3 to 7
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View this engaging article on Ruth Bader Ginsburg, highlighting her life, achievements, and impact on the U.S. Supreme Court. The student-friendly article explores Ginsburg's fight...more
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View this engaging article on Ruth Bader Ginsburg, highlighting her life, achievements, and impact on the U.S. Supreme Court. The student-friendly article explores Ginsburg's fight for gender equality, her role as a trailblazing justice, and her lasting influence on American law. With accessible language and engaging visuals, this resource is ideal for classroom discussions on influential women in history, social justice, and the Supreme Court's role in shaping society. Teachers can use it to spark conversations about perseverance, fairness, and civic responsibility.
tag(s): civil rights (218), courts (23), jews (63), religions (121), supreme court (30)
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Display some of Ruth Bader Ginsburg's famous quotes (ex, "Fight for the things that you care about...") and have students match them to their meanings. Set up a mock Supreme Court scenario where students act as justices, lawyers, or petitioners. Present a simple, kid-friendly case about fairness, such as equal rights in sports teams, and let students debate and make a ruling. Students can also use an online debate tool like Kialo Edu reviewed here. Have students create a timeline using Class Tools, reviewed here or Timeline Infographic Templates, reviewed here of important moments in Ginsburg's life and compare them with key events in U.S. history. Inspired by RBG's famous collars, students create their own "justice badge" that represents a cause they care about. Students can use Canva Infographic Creator, reviewed here to make the badge online.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Teachers- Holocaust Museum Houston - Holocaust Museum Houston
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K to 12
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The Holocaust Museum Houston's Educators page provides a comprehensive collection of resources tailored for teachers at both elementary and secondary levels. It offers specialized lesson...more
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The Holocaust Museum Houston's Educators page provides a comprehensive collection of resources tailored for teachers at both elementary and secondary levels. It offers specialized lesson plans, classroom activities, and professional development opportunities to enhance Holocaust education. These materials are designed to support educators in delivering accurate and engaging content about the Holocaust, fostering critical thinking and empathy among students. Additionally, the museum provides contact information and avenues for further assistance, ensuring educators can access the support they need. The videos are hosted on YouTube. If your district blocks YouTube, then they may not be viewable.
tag(s): critical thinking (164), ebooks (48), empathy (42), holocaust (42), immigrants (49), immigration (82), jews (63), professional development (295), religions (121)
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Using the museum's digital artifact collection, students can select an item (for example, a diary, identification card, or photograph) and analyze its significance. Then they can write a short reflection or narrative from the perspective of the artifact's owner. Students can examine examples of Nazi propaganda versus resistance writings (e.g., underground newspapers, speeches, or poems). They then create their counter-propaganda messages promoting human rights and resilience. Students research a current human rights issue and compare it to lessons learned from the Holocaust. They then design a "Take Action" campaign, including posters, social media posts, or letters advocating for change. Posters and social media templates can be found on Canva Edu, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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PBS's Timbuktu | Religion & Ethics Newsweekly - PBS's Timbuktu | Religion & Ethics Newsweekly
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3 to 12
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PBS's Timbuktu | Religion & Ethics Newsweekly is a six-minute video featuring what appears to be an ancient manuscript found in Timbuktu. It highlights the city's history and the Islamic...more
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PBS's Timbuktu | Religion & Ethics Newsweekly is a six-minute video featuring what appears to be an ancient manuscript found in Timbuktu. It highlights the city's history and the Islamic religion. Share the video via Google Classroom or from the provided link. Teachers can also build a lesson with the video. The video aligns with the New York State Core Curriculum.
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Students can use Padlet, reviewed here to post their questions after viewing the video. Students can use Google Keep, reviewed here for note taking while watching the video. Finally, students can use Google My Maps, reviewed here to virtually visit the area featured in the video.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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9 Jewish American Heritage Month Activities for Children - Britt Hawthorne
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K to 8
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Britt Hawthorne's blog post on Jewish American Heritage Month activities provides teachers with engaging ways to celebrate Jewish contributions to U.S. history in the classroom. The...more
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Britt Hawthorne's blog post on Jewish American Heritage Month activities provides teachers with engaging ways to celebrate Jewish contributions to U.S. history in the classroom. The site includes book recommendations, discussion prompts, hands-on crafts, and interactive activities suitable for elementary and middle school students. Educators can use these resources to foster inclusivity, cultural appreciation, and meaningful conversations about Jewish identity and history. The activities are adaptable across subjects and promote critical thinking, making them a valuable addition to classroom celebrations during Jewish American Heritage Month.
tag(s): blogs (71), crafts (90), cross cultural understanding (178), cultures (268), identity (36), immigrants (49), immigration (82), jews (63), religions (121)
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Reach out to local community centers or synagogues in nearby cities to inquire about any planned events or programs in honor of Jewish American Heritage Month (JAHM). Have students read books and movies that highlight Jewish American experiences. They can present their thoughts through a podcast using Adobe Podcast reviewed here or a slide presentation using Google Slides, reviewed here. Introduce students to Tikkun Olam (the Jewish concept of repairing the world). As a class, brainstorm and complete a community service project, such as writing letters to elders, organizing a classroom donation drive, or creating kindness posters for the school.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Inca Empire for Kids: Myths, Legends, and Stories - Mr. Donn
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3 to 12
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Inca Empire for Kids: Myths, Legends, and Stories highlights how studying myths, legends, and stories tells the story of the civilization. Featured are links to the Incan creation...more
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Inca Empire for Kids: Myths, Legends, and Stories highlights how studying myths, legends, and stories tells the story of the civilization. Featured are links to the Incan creation myth video, the llama legend, the myth of Mano Capac, the myth of the Rod of Gold, and more.
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Students can use Figma reviewed here to compare and contrast myths from the Inca civilization to others. Students can use Padlet reviewed here to display what they learned about the Incan civilization after reading one of the myths. Finally, students can use Free Screen Recorder Online reviewed here to re-create a myth and share it on their screen or by recording themselves.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Road to Machu Picchu - Peru in 4K - devinsupertramp
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3 to 6
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Road to Machu Picchu--Peru in 4K is a four-minute video with no audio. It features live images of Machu Picchu and other areas of Peru, including the Amazon Rainforest, and ...more
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Road to Machu Picchu--Peru in 4K is a four-minute video with no audio. It features live images of Machu Picchu and other areas of Peru, including the Amazon Rainforest, and ends in Panama. If your district blocks YouTube, the video may not be viewable.
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tag(s): cultures (268), south america (80)
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Students can research Machu Picchu by adding facts to a Padlet reviewed here. Students can explore the Amazon Rainforest using Google My Maps reviewed here. Finally, students can create a book using Book Creator reviewed here researching animals of the rainforest.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Ancient Africa - Coolaboo
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3 to 12
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View these resources related to Ancient Africa and the Kingdom of Kush. Find art, civilizations, daily life, people, geography, culture, government, and war. Under each topic are many...more
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View these resources related to Ancient Africa and the Kingdom of Kush. Find art, civilizations, daily life, people, geography, culture, government, and war. Under each topic are many resource links. The resource links include a Q&A or questions and answers at the very bottom.
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Students can compare and contrast the artworks using Figma reviewed here. Students can also create a Book Creator book reviewed here sharing the different people from Ancient Africia. Books can be created independently, or small groups could collaborate.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Social Studies for Kids: The Ancient Kingdom of Kush - David White
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3 to 8
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Share this site with your students that offers a clear overview of the Kingdom of Kush, highlighting its emergence as a significant civilization in the Nile River Valley. It discusses...more
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Share this site with your students that offers a clear overview of the Kingdom of Kush, highlighting its emergence as a significant civilization in the Nile River Valley. It discusses Kush's expansion over regions of present-day Sudan and its period of ruling Egypt for over a century. The resource is suitable for middle-grade students, offering an accessible introduction to the history and influence of Kush in ancient Africa.
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Students can compare and contrast the achievements of the Kingdom of Kush to those of another kingdom around the same period using Figma reviewed here. Students can create a 3D map of the area of the Kingdom of Kush. Finally, students can virtually visit a museum with art and artifacts from the Kingdom of Kush. Challenge your students to research a museum with the artifacts from Kush.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Kush Facts for Kids - Kiddle
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3 to 6
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The Kiddle website on the Kingdom of Kush offers a clear, simple, and age-appropriate introduction to this ancient Nubian civilization, making it ideal for upper elementary and middle...more
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The Kiddle website on the Kingdom of Kush offers a clear, simple, and age-appropriate introduction to this ancient Nubian civilization, making it ideal for upper elementary and middle school students. The site outlines the development of Kush from its early days as an Egyptian colony to its emergence as an independent kingdom with capitals at Kerma, Napata, and later Meroe. The site highlights Kush's cultural connections with Egypt, including shared religious beliefs and the adoption of Egyptian customs. It also notes Kush's significance in biblical references and its eventual decline after conquest by the Aksumite Empire around AD 350.
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Challenge students to use Time Graphics Timeline Maker reviewed here to highlight important events in Kush history. Students can also compare and contrast the Kingdoms of Kush to another kingdom using ClassTools Interactive Venn Diagrams reviewed here. You can click on the right side to choose between a two or three-circle Venn diagram. Students can use Google My Maps reviewed here to take a virtual field trip to Africa and view where Kush was once located.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Kingdom of Kush Facts and Worksheets - Kidskonnect
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Discover this accessible and engaging overview of this ancient African civilization for young learners. It covers Kush's origins in Nubia, its interactions with Ancient Egypt--including...more
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Discover this accessible and engaging overview of this ancient African civilization for young learners. It covers Kush's origins in Nubia, its interactions with Ancient Egypt--including periods of both conflict and cooperation--and its eventual rise to power, culminating in the Kushite pharaohs' rule over Egypt during the 25th Dynasty. The article highlights Kush's achievements in trade, ironworking, and architecture, notably the construction of pyramids at Meroe. Accompanied by printable worksheets, this resource is well-suited for upper elementary and middle school students studying ancient civilizations or African history.
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Have students show what they know by creating a digital story about Kush using Sway, reviewed here. Students can use Google My Maps reviewed here to take a virtual field trip to Africa. Students can use MyLens reviewed here to highlight important events in Kush history.
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Ancient Nubia and the Kingdom of Kush - Khan Academy
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The Khan Academy article Ancient Nubia and the Kingdom of Kush: An Introduction provides a detailed and engaging look at the history, geography, and cultural achievements of...more
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The Khan Academy article Ancient Nubia and the Kingdom of Kush: An Introduction provides a detailed and engaging look at the history, geography, and cultural achievements of the Kingdom of Kush. It explores Nubia's relationship with ancient Egypt, highlighting both periods of Egyptian control and Kushite independence, including the reign of Kushite pharaohs during Egypt's 25th Dynasty. The article emphasizes Kush's unique contributions to art, architecture, and religion.
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Have your students use Google My Maps reviewed here to take a virtual field trip to Africa. Students can use Sutori reviewed here to highlight important events in African history.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Kush - Kids Britannica
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3 to 12
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The Britannica Kids article on the Kingdom of Kush offers a clear, student-friendly overview of this ancient African civilization. It explains how Kush, located in what is now Sudan,...more
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The Britannica Kids article on the Kingdom of Kush offers a clear, student-friendly overview of this ancient African civilization. It explains how Kush, located in what is now Sudan, began as an Egyptian colony and later rose to power, even ruling Egypt during the 700s BCE. The article highlights Kush's wealth from gold mining, agriculture, and trade, as well as its cultural blend of Egyptian and African influences. It also notes the kingdom's eventual decline after being conquered by Aksum around 350 CE. This resource is ideal for upper elementary and middle school students studying ancient civilizations or African history.
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Students can compare and contrast the ancient kingdom of Kush to another ancient civilization using a tool such as ClassTools Interactive Venn Diagrams reviewed here. You can click on the right side to choose between a two or three-circle Venn diagram. Students can use Google My Maps reviewed here to take a virtual field trip to where the ancient kingdom of Kush was located. Students can use Time Graphics Timeline Maker reviewed here to highlight important events from the ancient kingdom of Kush.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Africa for Kids - Mr. Donn
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3 to 8
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View this site about Ancient Africa, which has links to information on Ancient Africa, Medieval African Kingdoms, stories, fables, and proverbs, religions, art, and geography. Additionally,...more
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View this site about Ancient Africa, which has links to information on Ancient Africa, Medieval African Kingdoms, stories, fables, and proverbs, religions, art, and geography. Additionally, the site contains links for lesson plans, animals, Kwanzaa, crafts, and the continent today. Don't miss the site's interactive games.
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Students can compare and contrast Ancient Africa to another ancient civilization using Figma reviewed here. Students can use Google My Maps reviewed here to take a virtual field trip to Africa. Finally, students can use MyLens reviewed here to highlight important events in African history.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Jewish American Heritage Month - Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History
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The Jewish American Heritage Month (JAHM) Toolkit, provided by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History, offers educators a variety of downloadable resources to celebrate...more
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The Jewish American Heritage Month (JAHM) Toolkit, provided by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History, offers educators a variety of downloadable resources to celebrate and raise awareness of JAHM each May. The toolkit includes social media posts, posters, a resource guide, and logos. Additionally, companion resources are available for the poster series featuring notable Jewish Americans. Educators seeking professional development opportunities and further teaching materials can find them through the toolkit. For specific needs, the JAHM team is available year-round to assist schools and organizations in finding appropriate resources.
tag(s): cultures (268), jews (63), social media (60)
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Use the JAHM posters and resource guides to create an interactive bulletin board. Encourage students to add facts, reflections, or connections to what they're learning in other subjects. Incorporate Jewish American heritage into literature, social studies, and art. Read works by Jewish American authors, analyze their impact, or explore how Jewish American experiences connect with broader historical events. Have students research notable Jewish Americans featured in the toolkit's posters. They can create timelines using Preceden, reviewed here or Sutori, reviewed here, or create short essays highlighting these individuals' contributions to history, science, arts, or politics.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Couriers in the Inca Empire: Getting Your Message Across - EDSITEment
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The EDSITEment lesson plan "Couriers of the Inca Empire: Getting Your Message Across" provides educators with an engaging way to teach students about the Inca Empire's communication...more
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The EDSITEment lesson plan "Couriers of the Inca Empire: Getting Your Message Across" provides educators with an engaging way to teach students about the Inca Empire's communication system. This resource explores how the chasquis (Inca messengers) used an extensive relay network and quipu (knotted cords) to transmit information across the vast empire. The lesson includes primary sources, interactive activities, and discussion prompts to help students understand the challenges of communication in a pre-modern society. It supports inquiry-based learning, critical thinking, and cross-curricular connections in history, geography, and STEM.
tag(s): communication (119), inquiry (32), native americans (131), south america (80), STEM (341)
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Introduce students to quipu, the Inca system of knotted cords used for record-keeping, and then have students create quipu-inspired messages using yarn or string, encoding data such as population counts or food supplies. Set up a mock Inca relay system where students act as chasquis by dividing the class into teams and having them pass messages (written or in picture form) across the classroom or schoolyard without speaking. Use a paper map or Google My Maps, reviewed here to trace the routes the couriers would take to deliver messages.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Inca Empire Overview - Khan Academy
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3 to 6
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View this four-minute video that highlights the Inca Empire led by Pachacuti. It shares that despite lacking a written system, it thrived and achieved other accomplishments of the civilization....more
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View this four-minute video that highlights the Inca Empire led by Pachacuti. It shares that despite lacking a written system, it thrived and achieved other accomplishments of the civilization. It also shares how the civilization ended. You can share the lesson via Google Classroom and Microsoft Teams.
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Students can use Figma, reviewed here to compare the Inca civilization to other civilizations. Students can use Google My Maps, reviewed here to visit the land now. Finally, students can use Canva's Timeline Infographic Templates, reviewed here to create a timeline of the rise and fall of the empire.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Tourism collection - PBS LearningMedia
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K to 12
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Discover this Tourism Jobs collection that provides a wide variety of free educational resources for grades K-12, including videos, audio clips, documents, lesson plans, and curated...more
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Discover this Tourism Jobs collection that provides a wide variety of free educational resources for grades K-12, including videos, audio clips, documents, lesson plans, and curated collections. Explore topics such as working landscapes, hospitality, tourism, and national parks, and the impact of tourism on local communities. Lesson plans include detailed summaries, objectives, time frames, procedures, preparation tips, and standards alignment. The platform allows you to filter resources by grade, subject, format, video/audio length, language, and accessibility features.
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Students can participate in the lessons that are available on the website. Students can use Google My Maps reviewed here to be a tour guide on a specific piece of land/area. Finally, students can use Book Creator reviewed here to create a tourism guide to the land/area that they are studying in social studies.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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