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The Great Migration and the Search for a New Life

The Great Migration had a significant effect on the U.S. economy.

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African-American History

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The Great Migration

At the end of the 19th century, droves of African-Americans migrated North.

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African-American History

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The Emancipation Proclamation

Read about the Emancipation Proclamation, which was issued by President Lincoln on September 22, 1862.

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African-American History

Historic Speeches and Addresses

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Slavery: An Incalculable Human Loss

Slavery was an American Holocaust.

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African-American History

Slavery in United States

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Geopolitical Issues a Big Concern in PyeongChang

Security concerns continue to escalate alongside the geopolitical issues as PyeongChang prepares to host the 2018 Winter…

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Olympic Games

Sports

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Other African-American Faith Traditions

Non-Christian-based faiths are also prominently influential within African-American life.

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African-American History

Religion

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African-American Entrepreneurs

African-Americans made particularly important entrepreneurial contributions – often on a national or international…

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African-American History

Business

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Celebrating the African-American Entrepreneurial Spirit

Learn about organizations and campaigns that help African-American business people network and develop their skills.

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African-American History

Business

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Celebrating Martin Luther King Day

Learn how Martin Luther King Day became a nationally observed holiday.

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American History/U.S. History

African-American History

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Ramadan: The Month of Fasting

For more than a billion Muslims around the world -- including some 8 million in North America -- Ramadan is a month of…

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Social Studies and History

Religion and Philosophy

Islam

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The Islamic Calendar

The Islamic calendar is based on the lunar year of 354 days. The number of days each month is adjusted according to the…

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Religion and Philosophy

Islam

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The Art of Feng Shui

Learn about the Asian-American method of well being by the Art of Feng Shui.

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Social Studies and History

Ancient History

Asian History

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Russia's Anti-Gay Bill Ignites International Protests

In 2013, Russia passed an anti-gay bill that sparked protests worldwide and caused concern for the 2014 Winter Olympic…

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Olympic Games

Health and Safety

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Presidents' Day Leadership Activities for Students

This resource provides 6 flexible instructional strategies for teaching and modeling leadership skills for your students…

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U.S. Presidents

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President-Elect & Vice President-Elect Profile Resources Packet

Prepare for the upcoming 2024 presidential election. Learn, research, and discuss the political process by studying the…

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Social Studies and History

U.S. Presidency

President-Elects: Inauguration & Moving to the White House

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Biography of Mitt Romney

Mitt Romney is running against Barack Obama in the 2012 presidential election. Read up on his background and…

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Social Studies and History

Government and Civics

U.S. Elections

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Biography of Barack Obama

Barack Obama is running for re-election in the 2012 presidential campaign. Read up on his background and qualifications…

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Government and Civics

U.S. Elections

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Q&A with Author Don Brown on Teaching September 11

TeacherVision sat down with Don Brown, author of America is Under Attack—September 11, 2011: The Day the Towers Fell to…

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American History/U.S. History

Tragedies

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Pyeongchang Host City of 2018 Winter Olympics

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PyeongChang: the Host City of the 2018 Winter Olympics

The city of PyeongChang is considered one of the safest places to live in South Korea. Read all about this city before…

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Olympic Games

Sports

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Winter Olympics 2018: PyeongChang Preview

What to expect at the 2018 Winter Olympic Games in PyeongChang, South Korea.

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Social Studies and History

Olympic Games

Sports

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African-American Business in Early America

African-Americans often found it difficult to secure credit for new businesses, but despite this, many triumphed in…

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African-American History

Business

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Slave Narratives

African slaves brought a tradition of oral narratives to the U.S., a tradition that persisted after the abolition of…

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African-American History

American History/U.S. History

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