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1. Developing Writing

   Format(s): Text

   Developing Writing is a reading and writing skills text designed for beginning to intermediate learners of English.

2. We Dig Worms

   In: American Rhythms Format(s): MP3

   In this folk song, singer Zach Ladin reminds listeners young and old of the importance of all creatures in nature. Download the song or listen online!

3. Fish All Around Us

   In: English Teaching Forum 2014, Volume 52, Number 4 Format(s): Text

   This article takes a look at fish from various angles—from individuals keeping fish as a hobby, to medical offices providing aquariums to calm patients, to large public aquariums that thrill their visitors with hundreds of species of fish. A sidebar highlights U.S. locales that are popular for scuba diving and snorkeling.

4. Exploring Generational Culture through Oral Histories

   In: American English Webinars Format(s): Text, Video

   This session, "Creating a Positive Classroom Community," explains how to successfully foster relationships among learners to create a sense of purpose and belonging in the classroom, resulting in greater student participation and rapport.

5. National Archives Educator Page

   Format(s): Website

   The National Archives Educator Page provides activities, exhibits, and professional development for teachers.

6. Art and Music Teaching Resources

   Format(s): Website

   Art resources including music, theatre, visual arts, and artists, provided by Federal Resources for Educational Excellence.

7. National parks

   Format(s): Website

   The National Parks Service Teacher’s Page provides a wealth of materials and professional development about our nation’s National Parks.

8. United States Population Information

   Format(s): Text, Website

   Reference materials, lesson plans, and comprehensive fact sheets provided by the U.S. Census Website.

9. Ben's Guide to U.S. Government for Kids

   Format(s): Website

   For kindergarten through high school curriculum. From the U.S. Government Printing Office.

10. Lesson Plans Related to Art and Design

    Format(s): Text, Website

    From the Smithsonian, lesson plans and resources for teaching and learning about American culture, art, history, and other topics.

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