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Resource Type: Website / HyperLinkEuro Cent Trick: Anticipating the Euro and Researching Currencies of European Countries
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: World History, Economics, History-Social Science, English-Language Arts, Reading ComprehensionIn this lesson, from the New York Times Learning Network, students investigate the positive and negative aspects of the currency...Contributor: ThinkfinityViews: 0Favorites: 0
Resource Type: Website / HyperLinkCan We Talk? Exploring the History of Telecommunications Technology
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: History-Social Science, American Democracy, English-Language Arts, Reading ComprehensionIn this lesson, from the New York Times Learning Network, students research the history and technology of telecommunications. Th...Contributor: ThinkfinityViews: 0Favorites: 0
Resource Type: Website / HyperLinkGive a Little, Get a Lot: Exploring Charitable Causes and Organizations on the Web
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: History-Social Science, American Democracy, English-Language Arts, Reading ComprehensionThis lesson, from the New York Times Learning Network, allows students to explore the notions of caring, giving, and providing s...Contributor: ThinkfinityViews: 0Favorites: 0
Resource Type: Website / HyperLinkExecuting Justice: Examining Key Legal Definitions Underlying the Postponement of the McVeigh Execution
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: United States History, History-Social Science, American Democracy, English-Language Arts, Reading ComprehensionIn this lesson, from the New York Times Learning Network, students explore the reasons for postponing the execution of Timothy M...Contributor: ThinkfinityViews: 0Favorites: 0
Resource Type: Website / HyperLinkThe Human Costs of War: Examining the Role of Civilians in Armed Conflict - A Lesson for the Social Studies Classroom
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: World History, United States History, History-Social Science, English-Language Arts, Reading ComprehensionIn this lesson, from the New York Times Learning Network, students first explore the notion of a civilian cost to armed warfare....Contributor: ThinkfinityViews: 0Favorites: 0
Resource Type: Website / HyperLinkExplosive Knowledge: Tracking Six Decades of Nuclear Weapon Development, Use, and Regulations
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: World History, United States History, History-Social Science, Reading Comprehension and 2 additional..In this lesson, from the New York Times Learning Network, students discuss a "New York Times" article that examines China's susp...Contributor: ThinkfinityViews: 0Favorites: 0
Resource Type: Website / HyperLinkThe Roots of American Culture: Exploring the New Visibility of Latino Culture in the U.S.
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: Electives, History-Social Science, English-Language Arts, Sociology and 3 additional..In this lesson, from the New York Times Learning Network, students first explore the notion of culture and the influence of Lati...Contributor: ThinkfinityViews: 0Favorites: 0
Resource Type: Website / HyperLinkThe Name of the Game: Learning About Culture Through Sports
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: Electives, Physical Education, History-Social Science, Sports and Competition and 4 additional..In this lesson, from the New York Times Learning Network, students explore the cultural significance of various sports from arou...Contributor: ThinkfinityViews: 0Favorites: 0
Resource Type: Website / HyperLinkUnder Construction: Examining the United States' Role in Nation Building
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: World History, United States History, History-Social Science, English-Language Arts and 2 additional..In this lesson, from the New York Times Learning Network, students examine the concept of "nation-building," focusing initially ...Contributor: ThinkfinityViews: 0Favorites: 0
Resource Type: Website / HyperLinkTrade Secrets: Exploring the Forces of Global Trade on Developing and Transitional Countries
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: Economics, History-Social Science, Geography, English-Language Arts, Reading ComprehensionIn this lesson, from the New York Times Learning Network, students explore issues related to global trade and free market polici...Contributor: ThinkfinityViews: 0Favorites: 0
Resource Type: Website / HyperLinkThe Row Behind Death Row: Examining the Key Issues Behind Death Penalty Cases
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: History-Social Science, American Democracy, English-Language Arts, Reading ComprehensionIn this lesson, from the New York Times Learning Network, students investigate several controversial issues in the criminal just...Contributor: ThinkfinityViews: 0Favorites: 0
Resource Type: Website / HyperLinkThe Spirits of Toys Past, Present and Future: Learning About How Toys Change to Meet Consumer Demands
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: Technology, English-Language Arts, Reading ComprehensionIn this lesson, found on the New York Times Learning Network, students explore the evolution of toys. Students learn how the toy...Contributor: ThinkfinityViews: 0Favorites: 0
Resource Type: Website / HyperLinkDiplomatic Duties: Examining the Development of American Foreign Policy
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: World History, United States History, History-Social Science, Reading Comprehension and 3 additional..In this lesson, from the New York Times Learning Network, students research and illustrate the diplomatic policies of American p...Contributor: ThinkfinityViews: 0Favorites: 0
Resource Type: Website / HyperLinkGasping for Truth: Tracking the Spread of SARS Around the World
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: Health Education, English-Language Arts, Reading Comprehension, Personal and Community Health and 3 additional..In this lesson, from the New York Times Learning Network, students investigate global responses to fighting the spread of severe...Contributor: ThinkfinityViews: 0Favorites: 0
Resource Type: Website / HyperLinkAmbassadors or Annoyances?: Learning About the Importance of Cultural Values While Studying Abroad
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: Electives, History-Social Science, Reading Comprehension, English-Language Arts and 2 additional..In this lesson, found on the New York Times Learning Network, students learn about the need for behavior standards for American ...Contributor: ThinkfinityViews: 0Favorites: 0
Resource Type: Website / HyperLinkTraders of the Lost Art: Researching and Recreating Egyptian Art and Architecture
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: World History, Visual Arts & Performing Arts, History-Social Science, English-Language Arts and 3 additional..In this lesson, from the New York Times Learning Network, students work in small groups to investigate a variety of art and arch...Contributor: ThinkfinityViews: 0Favorites: 0
Resource Type: Website / HyperLinkTribal Truths: Exploring the American-Indian Perspectives Toward the Bicentennial of the Lewis and Clark Expedition
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: United States History, History-Social Science, English-Language Arts, Reading Comprehension and 2 additional..In this lesson, from the New York Times Learning Network, students research and analyze the interactions of American Indian trib...Contributor: ThinkfinityViews: 0Favorites: 0
Resource Type: Website / HyperLinkThe Right to Know: Discussing Disclosure and Intelligence Gathered Prior to 9/11
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: Writing Strategies, History-Social Science, American Democracy, Reading Comprehension, English-Language ArtsIn this lesson, found on the New York Times Learning Network, students examine clues that show Al Qaeda had been active in the U...Contributor: ThinkfinityViews: 0Favorites: 0
Resource Type: Website / HyperLinkElection Vows: Examining Key Issues in the 2004 Election
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: United States History, History-Social Science, Reading Comprehension, English-Language Arts and 2 additional..In this lesson, found on the New York Times Learning Network, students consider the five key issues most important to them in th...Contributor: ThinkfinityViews: 0Favorites: 0
Resource Type: Website / HyperLinkCombat Credentials: Exploring Presidents' Military Pasts
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: United States History, History-Social Science, Reading Comprehension, English-Language Arts and 2 additional..In this lesson, from the New York Times Learning Network, students consider the role military experience might play for an Ameri...Contributor: ThinkfinityViews: 0Favorites: 0