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6–12 Grade Level
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Have students examine current issues facing the Wampanoag people, the ancestors of the Native American tribes who welcomed and helped the Pilgrims. Continue reading
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Learn how to improve on long-standing inventions with inventions of your own Continue reading
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Explore the U.S. Constitution on Constitution Day! Continue reading
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Generate and discuss questions about the day of 9/11 and the legacy of that day from the past two decades Continue reading
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In this NewsHour lesson plan, learn about the role unions played in workers’ rights and why we have Labor Day. Continue reading
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Hear from the secretary of education and discuss what can be done in your school to address student mental health Continue reading
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Learn about the legacy of a man who served in the U.S. military and civilian government during crucial historic moments Continue reading
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Hear from one local reporter about why air has never been as polluted in central California as it is right now Continue reading
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