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14th Amenendment to the US Constitution - Library of Congress
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8 to 12
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The website hosted by the Library of Congress provides a comprehensive guide to understanding the 14th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which addresses citizenship rights, equal...more
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The website hosted by the Library of Congress provides a comprehensive guide to understanding the 14th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which addresses citizenship rights, equal protection under the law, and the limits of state power. The resource introduces the 14th Amendment's historical context, its drafting during Reconstruction, and its lasting impact on civil rights. It features side tabs that organize key content, including primary sources, historical timeline details, educational analysis, and related legal cases, making it a valuable tool for teaching and learning about this pivotal Amendment in U.S. history. This site is an excellent resource for educators seeking reliable, well-organized content to support constitutional law and civil rights lessons.
tag(s): civil rights (218), constitution (100), states (127)
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Print out copies of historical documents from the Library of Congress (ex., drafts of the amendment, letters, or court decisions). Divide students into groups and have them analyze the documents, answering guided questions about their significance, language, and historical context. Students can script and record a short podcast episode using tools like Adobe Podcast, reviewed here or Acast, reviewed here, discussing how the 14th Amendment relates to a specific historical or modern civil rights issue. Assign students landmark Supreme Court cases involving the 14th Amendment, such as Brown v. Board of Education or Roe v. Wade. Using tools like Padlet, reviewed here or Google Slides, reviewed here, students can collaboratively research and present the facts, rulings, and their implications for civil rights today.You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
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Andean Music, the Music of the Incas - Discover Peru
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5 to 12
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The Discover Peru website's page on Andean and Inca music offers an accessible introduction to the musical traditions of the Inca civilization. It explains that the Inca primarily utilized...more
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The Discover Peru website's page on Andean and Inca music offers an accessible introduction to the musical traditions of the Inca civilization. It explains that the Inca primarily utilized wind and percussion instruments, such as panpipes (zamponas), flutes (quenas), and drums (tinya and wankara), in their music. These instruments played a significant role in various aspects of Inca society, including religious ceremonies, agricultural festivals, and daily life. The site also notes that string instruments were introduced later by the Spanish.
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tag(s): musical instruments (53), south america (79)
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Students can recreate the musical instruments used by the Incan civilization. Students can find Incan music to listen to and compare and contrast with another civilization using Figma reviewed here. Students can record the music on Acast reviewed here to deconstruct the instruments and match them to the sounds in the songs.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The Children of the Sun - Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian
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9 to 12
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The Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian website features "Children of the Sun," a creation story from the Inca tradition. This illustrated, child-friendly resource shares...more
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The Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian website features "Children of the Sun," a creation story from the Inca tradition. This illustrated, child-friendly resource shares how the Inca believed the first people were sent by the sun god to bring order and knowledge to the world. Presented as part of the "Inka Road" exhibit, the story emphasizes cultural values such as leadership, unity, and connection to nature.
tag(s): south america (79), stories and storytelling (64)
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Students can use Google Keep reviewed here to take notes on each of the pages from the manuscript. Students can use WordClouds reviewed here to post words associated with their message from the story. Students can use Genially, reviewed here, to show what the have learned.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The Inca Empire: Everything You Wanted To Know - History Extra Podcast
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8 to 12
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Share the podcast episode "The Inca Empire: Everything You Wanted To Know." This one-hour program, available on Apple Podcasts, explores everyday life in the Inca civilization. It answers...more
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Share the podcast episode "The Inca Empire: Everything You Wanted To Know." This one-hour program, available on Apple Podcasts, explores everyday life in the Inca civilization. It answers questions such as what daily routines looked like, how the Inca used knotted cords (quipu) to count and record information, and why stones held deep spiritual significance in their culture.
tag(s): podcasts (134), south america (79)
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Students can use Padlet reviewed here to post information about that they learn. Students can use Google Keep reviewed here to take notes during the podcast. Students can use Google My Maps reviewed here to virtually visit the area.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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How The Inca Used Knots To Tell Stories - Literacy Hub
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9 to 12
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Explore the Inca civilization's sophisticated use of quipu--a system of knotted cords--for recording information. These cords, made from cotton or camelid fiber, utilized a base-ten...more
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Explore the Inca civilization's sophisticated use of quipu--a system of knotted cords--for recording information. These cords, made from cotton or camelid fiber, utilized a base-ten system to represent numbers, effectively functioning as a three-dimensional, tactile spreadsheet. The article highlights how quipu served as a powerful administrative tool, enabling the Incas to manage their vast empire without a written language.
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tag(s): communication (113), south america (79)
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Students can use Google Slides reviewed here to make up their own stories with Incan artifacts. Students can research other ancient civilizations that did not have a writing system and use Figma reviewed here to compare and contrast their accomplishments or lack thereof.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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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 (149)
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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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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 (146), ebooks (47), empathy (42), holocaust (42), immigrants (45), immigration (80), jews (53), professional development (273), religions (122)
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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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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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The Jewish Americans - JTN Productions
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8 to 10
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The PBS lesson plan "Who Are You?" is designed for grades 8-10 and focuses on exploring individual identity and its intersection with broader historical events. Aligned with history,...more
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The PBS lesson plan "Who Are You?" is designed for grades 8-10 and focuses on exploring individual identity and its intersection with broader historical events. Aligned with history, social studies, humanities, and language arts subjects, the lesson encourages students to reflect on their identities and understand how various factors shape them. Through activities like journal entries and class discussions, students examine the complexities of identity formation and its relevance in historical contexts.
tag(s): cultures (246), identity (35), immigrants (45), immigration (80), jews (53), religions (122)
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After discussing factors that shape identity (family, culture, experiences), have students create a collage using images, words, and symbols representing who they are. Create the collages on paper or digitally using a tool like PhotoCollage, reviewed here or Photo Joiner, reviewed here. Students can select a historical or literary figure (Jewish American or otherwise) and create an identity map using Yed Live, reviewed here outlining factors that shaped this person's identity. Students can write a short personal narrative describing a moment that shaped their identity.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Jews & the Arts:10 Innovators - PBS
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6 to 12
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The PBS article "Jews & The Arts: 10 Innovators" introduces students to ten influential Jewish-American artists who have significantly impacted various creative fields. The resource...more
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The PBS article "Jews & The Arts: 10 Innovators" introduces students to ten influential Jewish-American artists who have significantly impacted various creative fields. The resource provides brief biographies of figures such as lyricist E.Y. "Yip" Harburg, feminist artist Judy Chicago, and graphic designer Milton Glaser, highlighting their contributions to music, visual arts, and design. This compilation serves as a valuable tool for educators aiming to explore Jewish Americans' diverse cultural and artistic contributions in their curriculum.
tag(s): artists (84), composers (21), cultures (246), famous people (32), immigrants (45), jews (53), religions (122)
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Students can create posters or digital slides using Canva Edu, reviewed here showcasing an artist's biography, artwork, and impact. Display the projects around the classroom, and have students walk around the room in small groups to learn from each other. Students select one artist from the list, research their life and work, and present their findings to the class. They can use multimedia, such as images of the artist's work or short video clips with Vmaker, reviewed here to make their presentation more engaging. After learning about one of the artists, students can create their own piece of artwork, whether it's visual, musical, or a poem, inspired by the themes or styles of the artist they researched. They can present their work to the class and explain the influences they drew upon.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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tag(s): myths and legends (43)
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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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Ghosts of Machu Picchu 2 - PBS Nova
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5 to 12
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Ghosts of Machu Picchu is a free site that explores careers related to Machu Picchu. The site offers a video on the Ghost of Machu Picchu, an interview on the ...more
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Ghosts of Machu Picchu is a free site that explores careers related to Machu Picchu. The site offers a video on the Ghost of Machu Picchu, an interview on the Incas' ice mummies, a profile of a climate expert, and a lesson on ice mummies. The lesson is divided into grades 5-8 and 9-12, with an extension activity on falling on the leaning tower.
tag(s): climate (87), south america (79)
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Students can research more about the ice mummies and how the climate affected their melting. Students can use MyLens reviewed here to document key moments/important milestones in the history of ice mummies. Finally, students can use Google My Maps reviewed here to virtually visit the location.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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How Standards and Technology Enabled the Inca Empire to Thrive - NIST
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9 to 12
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This blog post highlights how the Inca Empire used advanced standards and technology, like the khipu for record-keeping and a vast road network, to manage their civilization. It shows...more
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This blog post highlights how the Inca Empire used advanced standards and technology, like the khipu for record-keeping and a vast road network, to manage their civilization. It shows how measurement, organization, and engineering helped the Incas thrive without a written language. This resource is great for middle and high school lessons on Indigenous innovation and infrastructure.
tag(s): south america (79)
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Students can post using Padlet reviewed here facts/information that they found interesting from the article. Students can use Google My Maps reviewed here to visit the land of the Incan civilization. Students can compare and contrast the achievements of Incan civilization to other civilizations using Figma reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Peru's Machu Picchu - Ministry of Culture
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6 to 12
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Peru's Machu Picchu site offers a virtual tour of Museo de Sitio and a link to Machu Picchu viewed through the eyes of Fernando Astete. The site can be translated ...more
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Peru's Machu Picchu site offers a virtual tour of Museo de Sitio and a link to Machu Picchu viewed through the eyes of Fernando Astete. The site can be translated into Spanish and French.
tag(s): cultures (246), south america (79)
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Students can go on the virtual tour to view the museum and use Padlet reviewed here to describe the art that was seen. Students can use WordClouds reviewed here to create a word cloud of features that they notice in the artwork.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Machu Picchu: Unveiling the Mystery of the Inca - Carol P. Merriman
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6 to 12
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Discover an entire unit in which students will gain knowledge of the geography of South America, how mountains affect climate, plant and animal ecology and the daily life of humans...more
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Discover an entire unit in which students will gain knowledge of the geography of South America, how mountains affect climate, plant and animal ecology and the daily life of humans living in the region, the history of the Incas, the economy and social life of the Inca Empire, the impact of the Spanish Conquest on the Andean people, the archaeological site of Machu Picchu, and more. The lesson plans themselves consist of materials needed, an overview, an introduction, procedures including inquiry questions, discussion, assessment, and homework. A teacher and student guide are included as well as additional resources, word match, and glossary. The unit aligns to the Connecticut Social Studies Framework.
tag(s): cultures (246), south america (79)
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Students can complete the ready-to-go lessons that are included in the unit. Students can demonstrate what they have learned by creating a short explainer video using Adobe Express Video Maker reviewed here. Students can visit the area using Google My Maps reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Inca Exhibition - Google Arts & Culture
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6 to 12
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The Google Arts & Culture "Inca Exhibition" offers an interactive, visually rich exploration of the Inca civilization, ideal for students in upper elementary through high school. Through...more
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The Google Arts & Culture "Inca Exhibition" offers an interactive, visually rich exploration of the Inca civilization, ideal for students in upper elementary through high school. Through curated images, artifacts, and concise text, the exhibition covers key aspects of Inca life, including architecture, engineering, religion, and societal structure. Students can virtually explore items like Inca textiles, tools, and ruins, making it a powerful tool for visual and inquiry-based learning.
tag(s): art history (102)
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Students can use Figma reviewed here to compare and contrast Incan art to other civilizations' art. Students can virtually visit other museums that host Incan art. Finally, research the famous people who are featured in the artwork. Students can create a project showing what they have learned using a tool such as Telegra.ph reviewed here, which allows you to create quick blog posts (with no log-in necessary).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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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.
tag(s): africa (149)
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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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Who Are American Jews? - Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History
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6 to 12
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The "Who Are American Jews?" section on the Jewish American Heritage Month (JAHM) website offers educators valuable resources to explore the multifaceted nature of Jewish identity in...more
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The "Who Are American Jews?" section on the Jewish American Heritage Month (JAHM) website offers educators valuable resources to explore the multifaceted nature of Jewish identity in the United States. It includes materials such as Facing History & Ourselves' insights into Jewish identity, Pew Research Center's "10 Key Findings About Jewish Americans," and the "Perspectives and Lived Experiences of Jews of Color" report by the Jews of Color Initiative. These resources provide a comprehensive understanding of the diversity within the American Jewish community, making them ideal for classroom discussions on cultural identity and diversity.
tag(s): cultures (246), diversity (48), identity (35), immigrants (45), immigration (80), jews (53), perspective (24)
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After reading the Facing History & Ourselves section on Jewish identity, students can create a word cloud using Aha Slides, reviewed here using words that describe their own identities. Have them compare their results with the key aspects of Jewish American identity. Students can analyze movies, TV shows, or literature that feature Jewish characters or themes. They can discuss how Jewish identity is represented, compare portrayals to real-life perspectives from the website, and present their findings in a class discussion or written analysis. After reading the Jews of Color Initiative report, students compare the experiences of Jews of Color with broader Jewish American experiences. They can create a Venn diagram on paper or using Venn Diagram Creator, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The Jewish Americans - The Jewish American Project
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6 to 12
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The Jewish Educator Portal offers four lesson plans based on the 2008 PBS series The Jewish Americans. These lessons guide students through identity, assimilation, immigration, discrimination,...more
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The Jewish Educator Portal offers four lesson plans based on the 2008 PBS series The Jewish Americans. These lessons guide students through identity, assimilation, immigration, discrimination, and cultural change. The plans can initiate broader explorations of American Jewish history and facilitate comparisons with other immigrant groups' experiences.
tag(s): cultures (246), immigrants (45), immigration (80), jews (53)
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Have students create a collaborative digital using Timeline, reviewed here or Timeline Graphics Timeline Maker, reviewed here or a physical timeline tracing key events from The Jewish Americans PBS series. They can add images, quotes, and reflections to make historical moments more meaningful. Students can research and present a personal or family immigration story (or a historical immigrant's journey) through a short video using Adobe Express Video Maker, reviewed here, podcast with Buzzsprout reviewed here, or written narrative. If clips from The Jewish Americans series are available, students can watch, take notes, and respond to guiding questions. They can discuss themes like identity, discrimination, and resilience in small groups or write a reflective journal entry.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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