8th Grade Reference (page 7)

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Social Studies and History

Inventions

Scientists

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Daylight Saving Time Around the World

Compare Daylight Saving Time observances in Canada, the United States, Mexico, the European Union, Australia, and China.

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Social Studies and History

Mathematics

Telling and Measuring Time

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Ballet

Learn about such famous ballets as Giselle, Swan Lake, and The Nutcracker.

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Social Studies and History

Culture and Diversity

Dance and Ballet

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Lighthouses FAQ

Read this article to learn about the history of lighthouses in North America.

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

Monuments and Landmarks

North America

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What is Cancer?

Learn about the difference between benign and malignant tumors in this article about cancer.

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Illness and Diseases

Cellular Biology

Health

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The Queen's Birthday

Queen Elizabeth II celebrates her birthday twice a year. Read this article to learn how an official birthday for the…

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Social Studies and History

British History

Monarchy

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Joan of Arc Biography

Read this biography to learn about Joan of Arc, the French heroine who was canonized as a saint in 1920.

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Social Studies and History

European History

Religion and Philosophy

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Queen Victoria Biography

Celebrate Victoria Day with this article about Queen Victoria, England's longest-ruling monarch.

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Social Studies and History

British History

Monarchy

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Professional Auto Racing

This article highlights professional auto racing, including the Indianapolis 500, the Daytona 500, NASCAR, and racing…

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

Community and Ways of Life

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Queen Elizabeth Celebrates Golden Jubilee

Learn about the reign of Queen Elizabeth II with this article about her achievements and her Golden Jubilee celebration.

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Social Studies and History

British History

Monarchy

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Michael J. Fox - Biography & Activities

Learn about Michael J. Fox's career and his advocacy for Parkinson's Disease research by reading this biography about…

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Social Studies and History

Community and Ways of Life

Actors and Actresses

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Guy Lombardo Biography & Activities

Use a biography and extension activities to learn more about Guy Lombardo, a Canadian-American speed-boat racer,…

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Social Studies and History

Musicians

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Effects of Sun

Use this information to learn about the effect of the Sun's involvement with tanning, eye damage, premature wrinkles,…

Subjects:

Science

Health and Safety

Illness and Diseases

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Paralympics

Find information about the Paralympics, including the history of the games, events, name, motto, and more.

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

Olympic Games

Special Olympics

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Cloning Quandary

Challenge your students with a scientific and ethical discussion about the benefits and possible dangers of cloning, in…

Subjects:

Illness and Diseases

Health

Health and Safety

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World's 50 Most Populous Countries: 2009

Learn about the world's 50 most populous nations.

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

Population

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Bastille Day

Find out about the origins and events for Bastille Day.

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Social Studies and History

European History

France

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An Overview of Avian Flu

Learn about the origins, outbreaks, transmission, and more of the H5N1 virus, also called Avian influenza A.

Subjects:

Illness and Diseases

Health

Health and Safety

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New Planetary System

Learn about the planets in other solar systems than ours.

Subjects:

Science

Space and Astronomy

Space Exploration

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Jim Henson Biography

Read about Jim Henson, the creator of such Muppets as Kermit, Miss Piggy, Snuffleupagus, and more.

Subjects:

Toys and Puppets

Visual Arts

Art, Music and Drama

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Mel Blanc Biography

Learn about the person who did the voices for Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, and dozens of other Looney Toons characters.

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President Gerald Rudolph Ford Biography

A biography of Gerald Rudolph Ford.

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

American History/U.S. History

U.S. Presidents

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President James Earl Carter, Jr. Biography

A biography of James Earl Carter, Jr.

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Social Studies and History

American History/U.S. History

U.S. Presidents

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Ronald Wilson Reagan Biography

A biography of Ronald Wilson Reagan.

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Social Studies and History

American History/U.S. History

U.S. Presidents

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