Students will be introduced to symbols as pictures that represent something. They …
Students will be introduced to symbols as pictures that represent something. They will look at images of the patriotic symbols of the Commonwealth of Virginia and use that information to create a chart with the symbols and their names. Students will use the chart to make predictions about other symbols of Virginia and either draw or write a sentence predicting what other symbols of Virginia could be.
Map shows census divisions (a variably sized region ranging from 1100 and …
Map shows census divisions (a variably sized region ranging from 1100 and 2.5 million people) color coded by the percentage of people living in the area that lived in a different province or territory five years ago. CDs in sparsely populated regions are excluded. The map suggests that there is a great deal of migration into Alberta -- likely to work in the oil industry.
The Pew Research Center's Global Attitudes Project Global Indicators Database allows users …
The Pew Research Center's Global Attitudes Project Global Indicators Database allows users to select and display various indicators on a map by country.
The Pew Research Center for the People & the Press Poll Database …
The Pew Research Center for the People & the Press Poll Database includes survey questions from all national People & the Press polls. To search for a question, enter any keyword or combination of words and/or select a topic area of interest.
The students will learn about how early cultures developed in North America …
The students will learn about how early cultures developed in North America with emphasis on 5 American Indian tribes. They will participate in the Jigsaw strategy to analyze the data and be able to understand each tribe’s location and environment. Students will collaboratively create a Google Slidedeck on the tribes and sort resources used by them.
features an area in the southwest corner of Minnesota that reflects a …
features an area in the southwest corner of Minnesota that reflects a rich history of American Indian quarrying, prosperity brought by the railroad and mining enterprises, and a distinctive natural landscape. This National Register of Historic Places Travel itinerary highlights 30 historic places, including buildings constructed with beautiful local red stone and land still sacred to American Indians.
This Story Map Journal focuses on westward expansion of the young United …
This Story Map Journal focuses on westward expansion of the young United States during the 1800s by using online GIS technology and Library of Congress primary sources. Students will be able to: Visually identify the large territorial acquisitions of the continental United States. Demonstrate knowledge of how each territorial acquisition occurred. Key questions: How did the rapid expansion of the United States in the 1800s shape the United States today? Where and why did the United States expand during the 1800s? Contains links to student materials and teacher materials for creating lesson plans.
This story map develops a historical context for the Civil Rights Movement, …
This story map develops a historical context for the Civil Rights Movement, including Jim Crow Laws, Pullman Railroad workers, Great Migration, and restrictive covenants. The second main focus of the story map is the Civil Rights Movement itself. Students explore several map tours that highlight people, events, and organizations instrumental in bringing about legislation for equal rights during the 1950s-1960s. The story map concludes with a brief exploration of current civil rights injustices in the Unites States including issues such as same-sex marriage, Black Lives Matter and #MeToo movements. Key questions: How did the Civil Rights Movement change the United States? When did the Civil Rights Movement begin? Has it ended? What events characterized the Civil Rights Movement? What are the enduring influences and consequences of the Civil Rights Movement? Contains links to student materials and teacher materials for creating lesson plans.
This Story Map Journal examines U.S. global expansion. In the 21st century, …
This Story Map Journal examines U.S. global expansion. In the 21st century, the United States is defined as a world power for its economic and political influence. This status did not happen overnight, but was a step-by-step expansion that occurred across a century. During the 19th century the United States was motivated by Manifest Destiny to control land from the Atlantic to the Pacific Ocean. However, the leaders of the young nation were not satisfied with staying within the continent. From the Monroe Doctrine forward, the US expanded its international political and economic influence while gaining numerous territories. Students will explore this movement of global expansion through a GIS Story Map and Library of Congress primary sources. Contains links to student materials and teacher materials for creating lesson plans.
This Story Map Journal has students analyzing the origins and destinations of …
This Story Map Journal has students analyzing the origins and destinations of immigrants during three main eras of U.S. immigration. Through analysis of migration flows, students will gain a better understanding of why people left their home countries when they did and consider why they settled where they did in the U.S. Finally, students will be asked to consider both history and current events to draft a plan for future U.S. immigration policy. Key questions: Where have immigrants settled in the United States and why? Contains links to student materials and teacher materials for creating lesson plans.What patterns of immigration and settlement are noticeable throughout history? How have Americans viewed immigrants over time? What push and pull factors have influenced migration to and within the U.S.? What should the U.S. do concerning immigration in the future?
This Story Map Journal has students exploring the causes, course, and results …
This Story Map Journal has students exploring the causes, course, and results of the direct conflicts between the United States and the Soviet Union during the Cold War. They will analyze documents, videos, photographs, drawings, and maps to understand the conflict, competition, compromises, and reactions of this worldwide event in an attempt to argue who is at fault and if the Cold War is even over. Major question: where and how did the United States and the Soviet Union find themselves in direct conflict in the years following World War II? Contains links to student materials and teacher materials for creating lesson plans.
Donovan O'Brien of Culpeper provides this video recording of the second part …
Donovan O'Brien of Culpeper provides this video recording of the second part of a lesson on the Blended and Remote Learning Models, which covers expectations.
Donovan O'Brien of Culpeper provides this video recording of the first part …
Donovan O'Brien of Culpeper provides this video recording of the first part of a lesson on the Blended and Remote Learning Models, which covers expectations.
As students continue to develop their awareness for evaluating media, this lesson …
As students continue to develop their awareness for evaluating media, this lesson will deepen students' understanding of the impact of technology on American life, specifically public policy. Students will practice evaluating the credibility of information they find on the internet, as well as work collaboratively with partners to evaluate new technologies. Students will utilize critical thinking, communication, and collaboration skills throughout the lesson.
This is a self-paced lesson where students will be able to analyze …
This is a self-paced lesson where students will be able to analyze campaigns for elective office and recognize the importance of outsiders in a campaign. Remix made to make it easier to understand.
This is a self-paced lesson where students will be able to analyze …
This is a self-paced lesson where students will be able to analyze campaigns for elective office and recognize the importance of outsiders in a campaign. *Remixes to add section where students will then apply the concept of political outsiders to the current presidential candidates.
This article describes U.S. political parties and what they do along with …
This article describes U.S. political parties and what they do along with explaining how they were formed, differentiating between the party in the electorate and the party organization, and briefly describing the problems of a divided government. *Remixed to Include questions for students.
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