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1. Smithsonian History and Culture

   Format(s): Text, Website

   Lesson plans and resources for teaching and learning about American culture, art, and history.

2. Cross Cultural Activities and Lesson Plans

   Format(s): Text, Website

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

3. 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.

4. 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.

5. Merriam-Webster Learner's Dictionary

   Format(s): Website

   The Merriam-Webster Learner's Dictionary is a useful resource for teachers and learners of English.

6. The Lighter Side of TEFL: Word Games

   In: The Lighter Side of TEFL, Volume 1 Format(s): Text

   This section focuses on word games, which reinforces learned vocabulary.

7. The Lighter Side of TEFL: Idioms

   In: The Lighter Side of TEFL, Volume 1 Format(s): Text

   There are so many idioms in American English. The Lighter Side of TEFL has a section devoted to idioms, and you can download it for free.

8. NASA Kids’ Club

   Format(s): Website

   From engaging multimedia to exciting games. NASA Kid’s Club has learning materials for every budding scientist and engineer. The more you play, the more you learn!

9. U.S. Time Periods

   Format(s): Text, Video, Website

   Teaching and learning resources on U.S. time periods, from the Department of Education.

10. Smithsonian Folkways: Tools for Teaching

    Format(s): Website

    Looking for more ways to use music to teach? Check out the Smithsonian Folkways website that has a section called “Tools for Teaching” with free lessons and activities for the classroom.

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