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Third Grade Research Links
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United States USA Geography GamesFrom simple to complex - learn the states, capitals, and landmarks (regions, lakes, rivers) of the USA GeoNet - Interactive GamesLearn about the geography of the USA (by region and category) or World - fun quizzes to see how much you know!
Native Americans & Regions of the USA Native American RegionsExplore facts about the different Native American tribes in the various regions of the USA. Plateau & Great Basin regions are combined. NO information for Arctic/Subarctic.
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Anasazi The First AmericansCreated by young students, but has photo links for important vocabulary words Who were the Anasazi?Bureau of Land Mgmt site about Anasazi peoples: Food, Clothing, Houses, Daily Life, Ceremonies, etc.
Native American Tribes ARAPAHOGreat Buffalo Hunters of the Plains (Legends of America site) The InuitShort articles about the Inuit People from the Arctic region
Native American Final Projects 2011 |
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Biographies for Explorers, Trappers & Traders Explorer VIDEOS Pushing Westward VIDEO26 min. video for introducing the westward movement and conflicts between people. Includes Daniel Boone, Louisiana Purchase, the Alamo, and Lewis & Clark. Includes Quiz questions every 8-10 min. Lewis & Clark Go West VIDEO27 min. video about the Louisiana Purchase and journey of Lewis & Clark. Includes information about Seaman, the dog. (2003) Grand Canyon: The First Journey VIDEOThe story of John Wesley Powell and his exploration of the Colorado River to the Grand Canyon. 53 min. video. To shorten time: start at ~24:40 and watch to the end. (2000) Nat'l Geographic video
Mountain Men & Trappers Mountain Men and TrappersLinks to short biographies about Mountain Men and Trappers. Includes Kit Carson, Jedidiah Smith, Jim Bridger, John Colter and William Sublette
Miners Interactive Gold Rush Gameset during the Australian Gold Rush of 1859, this is an interactive game where you have to buy supplies and determine which type of mining you will do.
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