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1. Quilting: An American Craft

   In: English Teaching Forum 2006, Volume 44, Number 3 Format(s): Text

   This is an introduction to an American craft: quilting. The passage introduces what quilting is and different types of quilts. It also talks about the meaning of quilts and how they are used in American society.

2. Trees

   In: English Teaching Forum 2007, Volume 45, Number 2 Format(s): Text

   This is a thematic lesson plan for young learners about palm trees and the importance of taking care of them. The two part lesson teaches listening, reading and speaking skills. The lesson includes parts of a tree; the modal auxiliary, can; dialogues and a role play activity.

3. Women in Sports

   In: English Teaching Forum 2001, Volume 39, Number 1 Format(s): Text

   This article outlines the history of women in sports. It includes a discussion of important female athletes, female participation in the modern Olympics, and Title IX in the United States. The piece concludes by giving sketches of the accomplishments of several important female athletes-- "Babe" Didrickson Zaharias, Wilma Rudolph, Joan Benoit Samuelson, and Jackie Joyner-Kersey.

4. Earthquakes

   In: English Teaching Forum 2001, Volume 39, Number 2 Format(s): Text

   This article about earthquakes is appropriate for intermediate to advanced learners, particularly those with an interest in earth sciences. The article discusses the basic science of earthquakes, how they are measured, global earthquake zones, significant earthquakes in recent history, and tips for surviving an earthquake. Additional websites of interest about earthquakes are provided as well.

5. Texas: The Lone Star State

   In: English Teaching Forum 2001, Volume 39, Number 4 Format(s): Text

   This article gives an introduction to the state of Texas. It begins by outlining the history of Texas, from colonization through statehood. Present geography and a description of east, west, south, and north Texas are also described. Additional websites for further reading are provided. The article is appropriate for intermediate English learners with an interest in various regions of the United States.

6. VOA Podcast: Music Would Not Be The Same Without the Guitar

   In: VOA Podcasts: Shows in Special English Format(s): MP3, Text

   From Voice of America Podcasts in Special English. Learn how guitar just may be the most popular instrument in the world! Download the MP3 or listen online.

7. VOA Podcast: Making of a Nation: The Heart of the Constitution

   In: VOA Podcasts: Shows in Special English Format(s): MP3, Text

   From Voice of America Podcasts in Special English. Take a look at the Bill of Rights, the first 10 amendments to the U.S. Constitution. Download the MP3 or listen online.

8. VOA Podcast: Words and Their Stories: Colorful Expressions

   In: VOA Podcasts: Shows in Special English Format(s): MP3, Text

   From Voice of America Podcasts in Special English. Take a look at expressions that Americans use that include colors . Download the MP3 or listen online.

9. Poems about Spirituality and Religion

   In: Poetry Format(s): Text

   Read poems about religion and spirituality by students from around the world. Read poems below or download the PDFs.

10. The Prisoner’s Dilemma – A Game of Decision-Making

    Format(s): Text, Website, Image / Poster / Maps

    How do people make Decisions? This game, presented by The National Science Foundation, is an example of decision science called “Game Theory”.

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