8th Grade Reference (page 3)

Revolutionizing the Auto Industry: Henry Ford

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Social Studies and History

Twentieth Century

Inventions

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Richard Milhouse Nixon

Explore the details of the life and accomplishments of Richard Nixon, the 37th president of the United States.

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Social Studies and History

American History/U.S. History

U.S. Presidents

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Gerald Rudolph Ford

Explore the details of the life and accomplishments of Gerald Ford, the 38th president of the United States.

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Social Studies and History

American History/U.S. History

U.S. Presidents

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Attorney General Janet Reno

Share the story of Janet Reno, and assign the related activities to help them learn more about an important politician.

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

American History/U.S. History

Political Figures

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The Dynamic Duo: Steven Spielberg and George Lucas

Introduce your students to two creative and groundbreaking directors: Steven Spielberg and George Lucas.

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

Twentieth Century

Film and Video (Cinematography)

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Wireless: Guglielmo Marconi

Learn about Guglielmo Marconi's life and accomplishments, and explore the related activities.

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Social Studies and History

Twentieth Century

Inventions

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Peary, Henson, and the North Pole

The race to the North Pole is detailed in this sheet.

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

Discovery and Exploration

Arctic and Polar Regions

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Thomas Alva Edison, Inventor

Use the brief description of inventor Thomas Edison to complete the related activities on this sheet.

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

Inventions

Scientists

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Analogies: Famous Americans

Complete theses analogies about famous American men and women. Included are Rosa Parks, Thomas Paine, and William Penn.

Subjects:

American History/U.S. History

Social Studies and History

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Shirley Chisholm as a Member of Congress

Students learn about a famous African American, Shirley Chisholm, who was a member of the United States Congress. They…

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

African-American History

Government and Civics

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James Wolfe Reading Comprehension

Develop children's reading comprehension with the passage and questions in this worksheet about James Wolfe. Students…

Subjects:

Military Personnel

Reading Comprehension

Quebec

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Canadian Heroes: Tommy Douglas

Teach children about Tommy Douglas with the biography and reading comprehension questions in this worksheet. They will…

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

Canadian History

Health

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First Swimmer to Cross the English Channel

Interesting facts and fun activities related to the first swimmer to cross the English Channel.

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Social Studies and History

Athletes

Oceans (Oceanography)

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The Sultan of Swat: Babe Ruth

Read about Babe Ruth's life and accomplishments, and explore the related activities to learn more about this legendary…

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

Twentieth Century

Sports

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Learning through The Duke

Students will learn about the important contributions made by Duke Ellington to the field of jazz, as well as some of…

Subjects

Social Studies and History

African-American History

Musicians

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Bacteria That Cause Food-borne Illness

Read this article to learn about food-borne illness and nine prominent bacteria that can cause them.

Subjects:

Safety

Health and Safety

Germs, Viruses, Bacteria (Microbiology)

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Pirate History

Piracy is still a relevant issue in the 21st century. Read this article to learn about its history, from the earliest…

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

Africa

Somalia

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1972 Ice Hockey: Team Canada vs. USSR

Review hockey scores and statistics from 1972, when Team Canada defeated the Soviet National Team. This article includes…

Subjects:

Sports

History of USSR (Union of Soviet Socialist Republics)

Canada

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New Year's Traditions: Auld Lang Syne and Other New Year's Customs

Read this article to learn about the history of Auld Lang Syne and other New Year's traditions around the world.

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Saying "Happy New Year!" Around the World

Say "Happy New Year!" in many different languages&3150;from Afrikaans to Welsh&3150;with this reference.

Subjects:

Foreign Languages

Language Arts and Writing

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South Africa

Learn about the geography, history, and government of South Africa by reading this country profile.

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

World History

African History

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Levi Strauss Biography & Activities

Read this biography about Levi Strauss, creator of Levi's denim jeans, to learn more about this inventor. Use the…

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

Inventions

Clothing and Dress

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Ideas for Healthy Lunches and Snacks

Find tips and ideas for making healthy food choices when packing lunches and snacks.

Subjects:

Childhood Obesity Awareness & Prevention

School Lunch & Nutrition

Illness and Diseases

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