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Common Core WHST.11-12.2 cultural activities
"Body Ritual of the Nacirema": Learning about Cultures and Making Inferences
“Body Ritual among the Nacirema” is a satirical scholarly article written by Horace Miner and published in a 1956 issue of American Archaeologist. In the article, Miner describes the odd habits of the Nacirema culture, specifically their body rituals. While many professionals (and students) who read this were/are fooled into thinking this is a real culture Miner had discovered, close reading and inferences reveal the Nacirema are actually Americans (Nacirema spelled backwards) and he’s descri
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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Black Americans - Pioneers in Food Science and Technology
BLACK HISTORY MONTH RESEARCH PROJECT Every February, we celebrate Black History Month, a time to honor the unique achievements of members of the African American community. To commemorate this occasion, I've created the Black History Month - Pioneers in Food Science and Technology Research Project and activities pack.This exciting educational resource provides insight into 12 prominent figures who have made significant contributions to the field of food science and technology throughout history.
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Not Grade Specific
Comprehensive Geography Take a Trip Travel Planning Project
This project allows students to build the functional skills needed to travel internationally and plan a budget. Additionally, students immerse themselves in the cultures of several countries across the world that they are interested in visiting one day.Included are:Project InstructionsSample RubricSample Project
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9th - 12th
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"American Progress": Manifest Destiny Through Art
This is a creative way to introduce Manifest Destiny, getting students to think critically about American identity of the past and connect to American identity today. This Google Slideshow includes:Manifest Destiny original quotation"American Progress" painting with discussion questionsMini art project to connect "American Progress" to modern American culture This 2 part activity offers a creative, multimodal approach to introduce Manifest Destiny, get students thinking critically about American
Grades:
9th - 12th
Counterculture in the 1960's and 1970's
In this activity students learn about the 1960's counterculture by engaging in a scavenger hunt to find artifacts from the period.
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9th - 12th
Harlem Renaissance Painting Analysis - The Janitor Who Paints
Use this worksheet to have students analyze the painting "The Janitor Who Paints" by Palmer Hayden.
Grades:
9th - 12th
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Also included in: Harlem Renaissance Differentiated Instruction
Ancient Writing and Laws
Good lesson for introducing the invention of writing in Mesopotamian civilizations and also illustrating some of its early uses. Can fit into many units about this era of history.
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Grades:
9th - 12th
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Also included in: Early Civilizations Unit
Art Museum Trip + Paper Project for High School Art
Embark on an Artistic Adventure: Art Museum Field Trip and PaperTake your students on an inspiring journey to your choice of art museum with our comprehensive lesson plan. This product is designed to deepen students' engagement and understanding of art through thoughtful exploration and reflection, both before and after their museum visit.What’s Included:Paper Outlines: Structured outlines to guide students in crafting insightful and well-organized papers that connect them with the museum artwor
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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