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Expanding the Mission: Historical Parks

Source: The National Parks: America's Best Idea Offline Activity/Project

Research the different ways in which each historical park is commemorated. Then identify a potential local historic site and present a persuasive argument as to why it should become a National Historic Park. Details »

Ask a Ranger

Source: The National Parks: America's Best Idea Offline Activity/Project

Interview a ranger, interpreter or other staff member of a National Park about their personal park experiences. Create video presentations or type up the interview as a feature for the school newspaper or website. Details »

Grammar Curriculum K-12

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The paper load

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You can bring writing into your classroom in all content areas with a practical plan developed in this course. Covering the research basis for writing across the curriculum, the course will help you teach students effective writing processes, including finding the time to write. You'll learn sound techniques for evaluating writing skills and discover proven ways to promote writing to students.

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