8th Grade Reference

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African-American History

American History/U.S. History

Social Studies and History

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The Life and Accomplishments of Martin Luther King Jr.

Share the story of Martin Luther King Jr.'s achievements, and assign the related activities to your students to help…

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Social Studies and History

African-American History

Civil Rights

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Jackie Robinson and Civil Rights

Students think critically about the Civil Rights movement and its key players as they explore a biographical site about…

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Social Studies and History

African-American History

Civil Rights

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Benjamin Banneker, Astronomer

An African-American astronomer, Benjamin Banneker's accomplishments are reviewed along with related activities.

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

African-American History

Space and Astronomy

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Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl

The full text of the autobiography of Harriet Brent Jacobs, Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl.

Subjects:

Reading and Literature

Language Arts and Writing

African-American History

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Lewis Temple

Lewis Temple, a man of color, invented the toggle harpoon in 1848. This device increased the efficiency of the whaling…

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

African-American History

Inventions

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Assessment of Learning Through "The Duke" Lesson

Assessment sheet for Learning Through The Duke lesson.

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

African-American History

Music Appreciation

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Shirley Chisholm as a Member of Congress

Students learn about a famous African American, Shirley Chisholm, who was a member of the United States Congress. They…

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Social Studies and History

African-American History

Government and Civics

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Learning through The Duke

Students will learn about the important contributions made by Duke Ellington to the field of jazz, as well as some of…

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Social Studies and History

African-American History

Musicians

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Harriet Tubman: Years in Canada

After reading a biography of Harriet Tubman, children demonstrate their reading comprehension skills by answering…

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

African-American History

Equality Struggles

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Up Close: Thurgood Marshall Discussion Guide

Examine the life and work of Thurgood Marshall—a lawyer and U.S. Supreme Court Justice—with your students. Use the…

Subjects:

U.S. Supreme Court

African-American History

Blacks

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Hattie McDaniel Biography

Learn about Hattie McDaniel, the first African American to win an Academy Award.

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

African-American History

Actors and Actresses

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Famous Firsts in Aviation

Explore this timeline of famous firsts in aviation, from the first balloon flight to the first black pilot to fly solo…

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Social Studies and History

African-American History

Aviation & Flight

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Amendments to the Constitution of the United States

The amendments to the U.S. Constitution.

Subjects:

Banned Books and Censorship

Social Studies and History

U.S. Constitutional History

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Wilma Rudolph, Olympic Athlete

Read a brief history of Wilma Rudolph, aka La Gazella, who was an African American track star and three-time gold…

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Social Studies and History

African-American History

Athletes

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Haiti

Read this country profile to learn about Haiti's history, government, geography and economy. It includes information…

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

World History

Haiti

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The Harlem Renaissance

An article outlining the Harlem Renaissance and its major players.

Subjects:

Literature

Teaching The Great Gatsby

U.S. States

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Condoleezza Rice

Learn about the life of Condoleezza Rice, who served as U.S. Secretary of State from 2005-2009.

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

African-American History

Political Figures

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Assassinations and Attempts in U.S. Since 1865

A list of assassinations and attempts in U.S. since 1865.

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

American History/U.S. History

U.S. Historical Documents

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Emancipation Proclamation

The text of the Emancipation Proclamation.

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

U.S. Civil War (1860-1865)

Historic Speeches and Addresses

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Black Hockey Players in the NHL

An article discussing the history of African-Americans in the NHL.

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

African-American History

Athletes

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Mason and Dixon's Line

An article explaining Mason and Dixon's Line.

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

American History/U.S. History

African-American History

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An Overview of Kwanzaa

An article defining and explaining Kwanzaa, the African-American holiday of culture.

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

African-American History

Culture and Diversity

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Kwanzaa Symbols & Celebration

Reference an article that outlines the symbols of Kwanzaa and celebrations for each day. This information is useful…

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Vocabulary

Blacks

African Americans

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