Social Studies and History Reference

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Social Studies and History

Community and Ways of Life

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Helen Keller

Interesting facts and fun activities related to Helen Keller.

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Social Studies and History

Inventions

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Leonardo da Vinci

Interesting facts and fun activities related to Italian inventor and painter Leonardo da Vinci.

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Social Studies and History

Painters

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Abraham Lincoln Biography & Mini-Book

Students read a biography of Abraham Lincoln, and then put together an illustrated book about him.

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Social Studies and History

American History/U.S. History

President Abraham Lincoln

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The Lincoln Memorial

Students read facts about the Lincoln Memorial and answer related questions.

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Social Studies and History

American History/U.S. History

Monuments and Landmarks

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Columbus Sails the Ocean Blue

Interesting facts and fun activities related to Christopher Columbus's voyage.

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

Discovery and Exploration

American History/U.S. History

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Richard Milhouse Nixon

Explore the details of the life and accomplishments of Richard Nixon, the 37th president of the United States.

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Social Studies and History

American History/U.S. History

U.S. Presidents

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Gerald Rudolph Ford

Explore the details of the life and accomplishments of Gerald Ford, the 38th president of the United States.

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Social Studies and History

American History/U.S. History

U.S. Presidents

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George Washington: Father of Our Country

Create a pop-up book about George Washington that recounts his military service, presidency, and legacy.

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American History/U.S. History

Social Studies and History

U.S. Presidents

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Daily Journal Topics: The Father of Our Country

Assign one of seven journal topics for students on the subject of George Washington. These writing prompts are perfect…

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Journaling Tips, Strategies & Topics

Letters, Journals and Diaries

Writing

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The Washington Monument

Students read facts about the Washington Monument and answer related questions.

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

Historic Buildings and Sites

Monuments and Landmarks

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William Tell Facts & Olympic Activity

Interesting facts and fun activities related to William Tell and his famous arrow activities of 1307, plus an Olympic…

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Reading and Literature

Literature

Fiction

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Betsy Ross Biography: Reading Warm-Up for Grades 1 & 2

In this nonfiction reading warm-up, students read a short biography of Betsy Ross and answer reading comprehension…

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Reading

American History/U.S. History

American Revolution (1775-1781)

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George W. Bush Biography: A Reading Warm-Up

In this printable reading warm-up, students read a short biography of George W. Bush and answer reading comprehension…

Subjects:

Reading Comprehension

U.S. Presidents

American History/U.S. History

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First Swimmer to Cross the English Channel

Interesting facts and fun activities related to the first swimmer to cross the English Channel.

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Social Studies and History

Athletes

Oceans (Oceanography)

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Presidential Trading Cards

Students will use the Internet to gather data about the presidents of the United States. They will use this information…

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Social Studies and History

American History/U.S. History

U.S. Presidents

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President Barack Hussein Obama, Jr. Biography

Born: Aug. 4, 1961 Birthplace: Honolulu, Hawaii Barack Hussein Obama, Jr. made history in June 2008, when he became…

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African-American History

U.S. Presidents

U.S. Government

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A History of the New Year

From ancient celebrations in Mesopotamia to modern day traditions, read this article to learn about the history of the…

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

Ancient History

World History

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The Queen's Birthday

Queen Elizabeth II celebrates her birthday twice a year. Read this article to learn how an official birthday for the…

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

British History

Monarchy

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Queen Elizabeth Celebrates Golden Jubilee

Learn about the reign of Queen Elizabeth II with this article about her achievements and her Golden Jubilee celebration.

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Social Studies and History

British History

Monarchy

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What is Yom Kippur?

Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, is the tenth of the High Holy Days. Read this article to learn more about the history…

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Social Studies and History

Religion and Philosophy

Judaism

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Major Islamic Holidays

Learn about celebrations for Muslims around the world. This reference reviews major Islamic holidays and notes the dates…

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Social Studies and History

Religion and Philosophy

Islam

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St. Andrew's Day

Learn about St. Andrew's Day, Scotland's newest holiday.

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Social Studies and History

Scotland

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Day of the Dead

Celebrated in Mexico, Day of the Dead is observed to honor the souls of loved ones who have died.

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Social Studies and History

Mexico

Religion and Philosophy

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