| 6.C.2 | Utilize a variety of resources to consider information from different perspectives about North America: |
| Grade | 6 |
Subject Area: | Citizenship |
Strand: | American Heritage |
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| American Memory Lesson Ideas |
Framework for the use of primary documents in the classroom. Extensive set of lessons making use of resources from the digital American Memory project of the Library of Congress. Topics include revolutionary war, civil war, reconstruction, immigration, labor movement, and 'found poetry'.
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| America's Story from America's Library |
Inviting introduction for children to United States history using primary source material (letters, diaries, records and tapes, films, sheet music, maps, prints, photographs and digital materials) housed at the Library of Congress. Meet Amazing Americans; Jump Back in Time; Explore the States; Join America at Play; See, Hear and Sing.
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| Central Pacific Railroad Photographic History Museum |
Extensive history of the building of the transcontinental railroad including historic photos, writings and facts. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page includes extensive answers and links for common questions.
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| Teaching With Historic Places |
Complete lessons with online resources on a variety of topics including African Americans, Native Americans, Transportation, etc. Each lesson uses primary source materials and photographs related to a National Register of Historic Places location.
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| Go Across America with Lewis and Clark |
Students are asked to answer questions as Lewis and Clark travel. Answers help or hinder the trip.
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| Geography of Ohio |
Information on natural regions, resources, land use and native american settlements of Ohio. Interactive map of Ohio's location in the solar system. Part of Natural History of Ohio - Ohio History Central web site.
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