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1. Lesson Plan - Virginia: Jamestown and Its People (Volume 47, Issue 3)

   In: English Teaching Forum 2009, Volume 47, Number 3 Format(s): Text

   The lesson plan “Virginia: Jamestown and Its People” consists of two parts using Jamestown, a historical site in Virginia, and several of its famous figures as the source for classroom activities. Part I activities are about the site including a brief history of Jamestown and its artifacts as a basis for writing and speaking activities, while the second part focuses on some famous figures who lived there as a basis for listening and writing activities.

2. American Memory Project

   Format(s): Text, Website

   Documents the American experience based on art and song, produced by the Library of Congress.

3. National Archives Educator Page

   Format(s): Website

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

4. We the People

   Format(s): Website

   The National Endowment for the Humanities presents We The People. Find numerous resources dedicated to learning more about American history, culture, and democratic principles.

5. Art and Music Teaching Resources

   Format(s): Website

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

6. Art & Culture Lesson Plans

   Format(s): Website

   Check out EDSITEment! from the National Endowment for the Humanities. It is a filled with resources for teaching the humanities, from Benjamin Franklin to Zora Neale Hurston.

7. Smithsonian for Educators

   Format(s): Website

   Links to educator pages from the Smithsonian museums such as the American Art Museum and the Portrait Gallery.

8. 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.

9. Cross Cultural Activities and Lesson Plans

   Format(s): Text, Website

   Activities and lesson plans based on Peace Corps Volunteers’ cross-cultural experiences.

10. Arts and Culture

    Format(s): Text, Website

    Full lesson plans on a variety of topics related to the arts from the National Endowment of the Humanities.

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