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Resource Type: Website / HyperLinkUnder Construction: Examining the United States' Role in Nation Building
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: English-Language Arts, History-Social Science, American Democracy, United States History 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 / HyperLinkTribal Truths: Exploring the American-Indian Perspectives Toward the Bicentennial of the Lewis and Clark Expedition
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: Geography, English-Language Arts, History-Social Science, United States History 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 / HyperLinkTraders of the Lost Art: Researching and Recreating Egyptian Art and Architecture
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: Geography, English-Language Arts, Visual Arts, History-Social Science 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 / HyperLinkTrade Secrets: Exploring the Forces of Global Trade on Developing and Transitional Countries
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: History-Social Science, Geography, English-Language Arts, Economics, 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 Year I Was Born: An Autobiographical Research Project
Grades: 9 to 12Subjects: History-Social Science, English-Language Arts, Reading ComprehensionIn this lesson, from ReadWriteThink, students conduct interviews and research online and at the library to find details on what ...Contributor: ThinkfinityViews: 0Favorites: 0
Resource Type: Website / HyperLinkThe Victor's Virtue: A Cultural History of Sport
Grades: 9 to 12Subjects: Physical Education, Visual Arts, American Democracy, Visual Arts & Performing Arts and 6 additional..This lesson explores the twofold meaning of aretê, focusing on the ways in which the concept of aretê bridges the gap between ph...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: English-Language Arts, Technology, 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 / HyperLinkThe Row Behind Death Row: Examining the Key Issues Behind Death Penalty Cases
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: History-Social Science, English-Language Arts, American Democracy, 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 Roots of American Culture: Exploring the New Visibility of Latino Culture in the U.S.
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: Geography, English-Language Arts, Psychology, History-Social Science 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 Right to Know: Discussing Disclosure and Intelligence Gathered Prior to 9/11
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: History-Social Science, American Democracy, English-Language Arts, Writing Strategies, Reading ComprehensionIn 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 / HyperLinkThe Name of the Game: Learning About Culture Through Sports
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: Geography, English-Language Arts, Physical Education, 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 / HyperLinkThe Human Costs of War: Examining the Role of Civilians in Armed Conflict - A Lesson for the Social Studies Classroom
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: History-Social Science, English-Language Arts, United States History, Reading Comprehension, World HistoryIn 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 / HyperLinkThe Eyes Have It: Examining Cosmetic Practices That Can Pose Health Risks
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: English-Language Arts, Personal and Community Health, Health Education, Health & Physical Education and 3 additional..In this lesson, found on the New York Times Learning Network, students learn about the health risks associated with wearing deco...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, English-Language Arts, American Democracy, 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 / HyperLinkGasping for Truth: Tracking the Spread of SARS Around the World
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: English-Language Arts, Personal and Community Health, Arts, Media, & Entertainment, Health Education 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 / HyperLinkGaining Ground: Examining the Impact of African-American Art on Modernism
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: English-Language Arts, History & Culture, Reading Comprehension, Visual Arts & Performing Arts, Visual ArtsIn this lesson, from the New York Times Learning Network, students explore African-American art by researching, preparing and pr...Contributor: ThinkfinityViews: 0Favorites: 0
Resource Type: Website / HyperLinkGaining Background for the Graphic Novel "Persepolis": A WebQuest on Iran
Grades: 9 to 12Subjects: History-Social Science, English-Language Arts, Technology, Reading Comprehension, World HistoryIn this ReadWriteThink lesson, students prepare to read the novel "Persepolis" by engaging in a WebQuest that builds their backg...Contributor: ThinkfinityViews: 0Favorites: 0
Resource Type: Website / HyperLinkFrom Friedan Forward-Considering a Feminist Perspective
Grades: 9 to 12Subjects: History-Social Science, English-Language Arts, Humanities, Reading Comprehension, Writing StrategiesIn this ReadWriteThink lesson, students write letters expressing their views on an important and potentially controversial topic...Contributor: ThinkfinityViews: 0Favorites: 0
Resource Type: Website / HyperLinkFollow the Leader: Evaluating Leaders of the Twenty-first Century
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: English-Language Arts, History-Social Science, American Democracy, Writing Strategies and 2 additional..In this lesson, from the New York Times Learning Network, students research world leaders in order to create charts evaluating t...Contributor: ThinkfinityViews: 0Favorites: 0
Resource Type: Website / HyperLinkFight for Your Rights: Examining Tenants' Rights and Responsibilities
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: Geography, English-Language Arts, History-Social Science, American Democracy and 2 additional..In this lesson, found on the New York Times Learning Network, students explore issues related to tenants' rights in New York Cit...Contributor: ThinkfinityViews: 0Favorites: 0