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Create an African-American SCRAPBOOK that follows the suggestions on the form you were given in class. Click the graphic below for a copy of the RUBRIC. A copy of the RUBRIC is also on the Social Studies page. Your scrapbook is due February 29, 2012.
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WINTER HOLIDAYS PROJECT
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FACT : On November 22, 1963, President John F. Kennedy was assasinated.
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Rewrite the Gettysburg Address in your own words, without using any of the phrases that Lincoln used. Your address could be a speech, a poem, a song, a rap or in any format that helps you best express its meaning. I "prefer" that your paper be typed, but being typed is not mandatory. Your work must be neat !...Remember... |
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What is the history of Halloween? Halloween,which is celebrated on October 31st each year, is a favorite holiday for many students. Search for more information about the history and customs of Halloween by using the links below, and by clicking on the witches in the box.
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UNITED NATIONS DAY is celebrated on October 24th each year. Research information about the "United Nations" . Create a brochure, flip book or display board that answers questions about the United Nations..........due Tuesday 10-25-11
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Use the form you were given in class to Design a “STAMP” about a “special” person,animal, place,or event. Include an explanation of who, when, where, and why about the subject of the stamp: provide sources cited. Due by Friday October 21, 2011.
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Hispanic Heritage Month POSTER...... In September 1968 President Johnson proclaimed the observance of Hispanic Heritage Week to celebrate the culture and traditions of Hispanic Americans. Twenty years later in 1988, the observance was changed to Hispanic Heritage Month. Hispanic Heritage Month is observed from September 15th to October 15th. This month you will finish the
question... In your own words create a biographical display board about the Hispanic figure that you have chosen. You can choose from the list that was given to your group in class, or you can choose another Hispanic figure to report on. Include at least three sources. Click here to view the rubric. Your display is due by MONDAY, September 26, 2011. Be Creative, but remember- Neatness Counts! Use the link s above and on the Search page, in addition to reference books in the classroom, and the library to find the information you need to answer the question. |