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Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine
Maryland's Role
- Grade Levels: Upper Elementary: Third Grade through Fifth Grade
The guide was developed by the City of Baltimore's War of 1812 Bicentennial Education Committee with the financial and production support of the American Flag Foundation, the Baltimore National Heritage Area, the National Park Service's Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail, the Friends of Fort McHenry, the Maryland Historical Society, and the Maryland Humanities Council.
Gateway Arch National Park
Playing the Past
- Type: Field Trips
- Grade Levels: Upper Elementary: Third Grade through Fifth Grade
In the nineteenth century opportunities for women were often limited, but regardless of the challenges, women made significant contributions to our history as a people. Scouts will explore the topic at the Museum at the Gateway Arch.
Springfield Armory National Historic Site
Role of Women at the Springfield Armory
- Type: Lesson Plan
- Grade Levels: Middle School: Sixth Grade through Eighth Grade
During World War I and World War II, millions of women in the United States entered the workforce to keep industrial production going as male workers left to join the military. Students will analyze photographs and text of a newspaper article to gain a deeper understanding of the contributions of women, whose presence changed how females were viewed as workers. Initially underestimated in their capabilities, women proved to be an integral part of Armory production.
Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine
The War of 1812 - Baltimore's Role
- Type: Lesson Plan
- Grade Levels: Upper Elementary: Third Grade through Fifth Grade
Students will read primary and secondary source documents to identify the actions of the citizens in the defense of Baltimore during the War of 1812.
National Park of American Samoa
American Samoa's Role In World War II
- Type: Field Trips
- Grade Levels: Middle School: Sixth Grade through Eighth Grade
Three major countries in the world all had an interest in the Samoa islands. The excellent harbor at Pago Pago became increasingly attractive to both commercial and naval interests. From a historical timeline, students will learn about the history of the Samoa islands and how the two Samoa’s were separated into two different countries. Students will also learn the vital role that American Samoa played during World War II.
Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail
Defense of a Nation: Maryland's Role in the War of 1812 - A Teacher's Guide
- Type: Teacher Reference Materials
- Grade Levels: Middle School: Sixth Grade through Eighth Grade
Information provided in this guide will help make teaching this important history easy and accessible. The guide presents the major players in the war, its major battles, direct quotes from eyewitnesses, and information on additional resources.
Fort Scott National Historic Site
Scenes from 1858: Fort Scott's Role in Bleeding Kansas
- Type: Lesson Plan
- Grade Levels: Middle School: Sixth Grade through Eighth Grade
In 1858, Fort Scott was the scene of threats, drama, and violence as feuding parties clashed over the issues of freedom, slavery and property rights. People with strong views from all perspectives on the slavery issues clashed at Fort Scott. in many cases, people weren't fighting about slavery, but for their own freedom, as rights, in some cases, were limited by the side in power. In this lesson, students will examine how tensions escalated and discuss what can be done to prevent violence.
Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve
Perform Your Own Play-doh Crawfish Dissection
- Type: Student Activities
- Grade Levels: Middle School: Sixth Grade through Eighth Grade
Dissect a play-doh crawfish with Dr. Liz! Crawfish are more than just arthropods, they are an iconic species and food source in Southeastern Louisiana. We know “pinch the tail” and “suck the head”, but there is more to crawfish than just a boil! In this activity, you will create your own crawfish with clay or play-doh and follow along with Dr. Liz!
Glacier National Park
Build A Tree
- Type: Lesson Plan
- Grade Levels: Upper Elementary: Third Grade through Fifth Grade
Students will reinforce what they learned about the different parts of a tree and the role each part plays in the growth of a tree, using role-playing theater.
- Type: Lesson Plan
- Grade Levels: Upper Elementary: Third Grade through Fifth Grade
Students role-play a guided imagery story of the rock cycle
Everglades National Park
"Create a Community" Environment: 4-6th Grade
- Type: Lesson Plan
- Grade Levels: Upper Elementary: Third Grade through Fifth Grade
Communities are made of different plants and animals that all play an important role.
Castillo de San Marcos National Monument
Seeking Sanctuary on the Underground Railroad
- Type: Lesson Plan
- Grade Levels: Middle School: Sixth Grade through Eighth Grade
Discover how St. Augustine played a vital role in the Underground Railroad.
Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site
Girl Scouts Junior Playing the Past at Carl Sandburg Home NHS
- Grade Levels: Upper Elementary: Third Grade through Fifth Grade
Follow this Girl Scouts Junior "Playing the Past" badge lesson to plan a visit with your scouts at Carl Sandburg Home NHS. Girls will learn about Lilian Sandburg, what life was like for her in the past and explore the park.
Glacier National Park
Up the Down Tree House
- Type: Lesson Plan
- Grade Levels: Upper Elementary: Third Grade through Fifth Grade
Students learn about the process of decomposition and the food web through role play.
Arches National Park
Field Trip in a Box: Microorganisms
- Type: Media for Loan
- Grade Levels: Middle School: Sixth Grade through Eighth Grade
Students will learn how microorganisms play a vital role in the high desert ecosystem.
Castillo de San Marcos National Monument
Marching for the Movement in St. Augustine
- Type: Lesson Plan
- Grade Levels: High School: Ninth Grade through Twelfth Grade
Discover how St. Augustine played a vital role in the civil rights movement in the mid-1960s.
- Type: Lesson Plan
- Grade Levels: Upper Elementary: Third Grade through Fifth Grade
Students will be able to understand the role of Fort Matanzas in relation to Spanish colonial history and how Fort Matanzas played an integral role in protecting the city of St. Augustine, FL.
- Type: Lesson Plan
- Grade Levels: Middle School: Sixth Grade through Eighth Grade
Learn how three buildings restored and maintained by the U.S. General Services Administration illustrate the important role the federal government played and continues to play in communities across the country.
Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park
Conservation vs Preservation and the National Park Service
- Type: Lesson Plan
- Grade Levels: High School: Ninth Grade through Twelfth Grade
Discover the difference between conservation and preservation and learn how the National Park Service plays a role in each.
Natchez Trace Parkway
Read with a Ranger 'C' is for Chickasaw
- Type: Distance Learning
- Grade Levels: Lower Elementary: Pre-Kindergarten through Second Grade
Designed for early elementary students, this program uses the alphabet as a tool to teach students about Chickasaw culture. The Chickasaw Nation has historically occupied the top half of Mississippi and played an integral role in the formation and utilization of the Natchez Trace and continues to play a significant role in the culture of the community of the area.