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		Ben's Guide (3-5): Games and Activities -- Ben's Lost ^Votes:0 Ben's Lost Ben went out for a walk between sessions at the Constitutional Convention. He wandered a little too far and got lost. He has a meeting at Independence Hall in half an hour. Help Ben find the way back. Need help? Here are the answers . A service of the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office . Last updated: December 21, 1999 Page Name: http://bensguide.gpo.gov/3-5/games/maze.html Read More Go to Site

		Declaration of Independence : Indiana Law ^Votes:0 The Declaration of Independence of the Thirteen Colonies Presented by the Indiana University School of Law—Bloomington The Declaration of Independence of the Thirteen Colonies In CONGRESS, July 4, 1776 The unanimous Declaration of the thirteen united States of America, When in the Course of human events, it becomes necessary for one people to dissolve the political bands which have connected them with another, and to assume among the powers of the earth, the separate and equal station to which the Laws of Nature and of Nature's God entitle them, a decent respect to the opinions of mankind requires that they should declare the causes which impel them to the separation. We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with Read More Go to Site

		Edison National Historic Site Entry Page ^Votes:0 WELCOME TO EDISON NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE What's New Edisonia About ENHS EdiFUN Edison Home and Family Construction Update ENHS Bookstore GLENMONT IS OPEN Glenmont, Edison 's home is now open Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Tours of the house are scheduled every hour on the hour from 12:00pm to 4:00pm . For more information call the Glenmont Information Desk at 973-324-9973. CONSTRUCTION CONTINUES AT THE EDISON LAB BUT YOU CAN STILL EXPERiENCE EDISON HERE ONLINE There are great lessons to learn from Edison about hard work, creative genius, methodical research, practical design, and manufacturing-- lessons that still apply to our lives and times. When we reopen, please join us to explore the life and work of Thomas A. Edison, the world's most prolific inventor. Bring your family: There will be Read More Go to Site

		Go West Across America with Lewis and Clark Game ^Votes:0 Parents: Subscriptions NG Kids Shop NationalGeographic.com Much of the artwork in this online feature was created by Rosalyn Schanzer for the book How We Crossed the West: The Adventures of Lewis and Clark , published in 1997 by the National Geographic Society. ild rivers. Rugged mountains. An unknown continent to explore. This great American expedition will face them all. And they need your help on this incredible adventure. © 1996-2006 National Geographic Society. All rights reserved. Kids Home \| Animals \| Games \| Stories \| Activities \| Videos \| My Page GeoBee Challenge \| NG Explorer Classroom Magazine \| NG Kids TV \| NG Little Kids Parents, Students, and Educators: NationalGeographic.com \| Kids Privacy Policy \| Contact Us \| Customer Service \| Subscriptions Education Guide \| Email Newslet Read More Go to Site

		Harriet Tubman - Jennie's Story Page ^Votes:0 Jennie's Story Page presents Harriet Tubman A Story Written and Illustrated by Jennie Eckilson Harriet Tubman was born in 1820 on a plantation in Maryland. Her father was named Benjamin Ross. Her mother's name was Harriet Green. She was the sixth of eleven kids. Harriet was separated from her family when she was very young. Harriet had to work from dawn to sunset. One of her jobs was to rock the baby's cradle all night long. She got whipped for taking sugar. Harriet Tubman is famous for helping black people escape by the underground railroad and with the Lord she built a house for blacks and the very poor. The last black people she set free were her mother and father. She was very happy to be with her family. Her family was glad to be with her. Harriet helped the northern soldier and the s Read More Go to Site

		Harriet Tubman and The Underground Railroad for Children ^Votes:0 Click here to go back to Pocantico Hills School Harriet Tubman & The Underground Railroad The students in Mrs. Taverna's second grade class at Pocantico Hills School in Sleepy Hollow, New York have been learning about Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad. We read about Harriet. We wrote about Harriet. Mrs. Taverna and Mrs. Hongell, (our computer teacher), helped us write this web site to share with other children. We created a timeline , we wrote a QUIZ , we wrote some character sketches , we wrote poems about Harriet and we even made some crossword puzzles about Harriet Tubman for you to work on. We hope you enjoy it. April 1998 Original timeline Updated Timeline New for 2004 QUIZ Crossword puzzles Chapter Summaries from "Wanted Dead or Alive" New for 2000 Vocabulary Quil Read More Go to Site

		index ^Votes:0 Welcome! The stories on this website, that you are about to read, are true. While they are about an adventurous little girl growing up during the Great Depression, they are not depressing. They will make you laugh and perhaps cause a nostalgic little tear now and then. Originally written for grandchildren and other small relatives, they do not deal with the market crash or people jumping out of windows. Rather, they provide insights into what we ate, how we dressed, what we had for treats, what we longed for, and what brought us pleasure. They are highly personal and should help answer the question, "What was it like living during the Depression?" Hopefully, the stories will help young people develop a deeper appreciation for the things they have so readily today and a greater un Read More Go to Site

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		Reference Library - Social Studies - Famous Americans ^Votes:0 Famous Americans There are many famous Americans. Here is some information on a few of them. Enter your search terms Submit search form Web www.kidport.com Other related pages: U.S. Presidents American Icons On this Page: Susan B. Anthony Thomas Edison Benjamin Franklin Thomas Jefferson John F. Kennedy Martin Luther King Jr. Abraham Lincoln Charles Lindbergh Paul Revere George Washington Books on Famous Americans Other Links to Sites on Famous Americans Susan B. Anthony Top of Page Susan B. Anthony fought for woman's rights and equality. She was born in Massachusetts in 1820. She dedicated much of her adult life battling for the right to vote for woman and African Americans. She died in 1906 at the age of 86. During her life she saw four states introduce equal voting rights for women. Top Read More Go to Site

		SPECTRUM Biographies - Clara Barton ^Votes:0 © KB Shaw Publication Date: Clara Barton Researcher: Rachel Sahlman Clarissa Harlowe Barton was born December 25, 1821, in North Oxford, Massachusetts. Her father, Captain Stephen Barton, was a farmer, horsebreeder, and respected member of the community. Her mother, Sarah, managed the household and taught Barton the importance of cleanliness. Barton was the youngest of five children, and her two brothers and two sisters assumed much of the responsibility for her education. Her sister, Dorothy, taught her spelling, Stephen taught her arithmetic, Sally taught her geography, and David coached her in athletics. With their help, Barton received a vast and diverse education. By the time she started school at age 4, Barton could already spell three-syllable words. She found school to be quite eas Read More Go to Site

		The American Experience \| Eleanor Roosevelt ^Votes:0 --> The Film & More \| Special Features \| Timeline \| Maps \| People & Events \| Teacher's Guide The American Experience \| Kids \| Feedback \| Search \| Shop \| Subscribe \| Web Credits New content © 1999 PBS/WGBH . Read More Go to Site

		U.S.A. History Home Page ^Votes:0 History of the United States The following time line shows major events in American History. Click on any of the events for more detail. The Pre-1700's Native Americans Christopher Columbus European Exploration The First Thanksgiving The British Colonies Pre-1400 1492 1492-1610 1621 1622-1649 1650-1674 1675-1699 The 1700's The French and Indian War Missions of California (1769-1834) The American Revolution Birth of the United States 1700-1709 1710-1719 1720-1729 1730-1739 1740-1749 1750-1759 1760-1769 1770-1779 1780-1789 1790-1799 The 1800's The Louisiana Purchase The War of 1812 Slavery The California Gold Rush The Civil War Industrial Revolution 1800-1809 1810-1819 1820-1829 1830-1839 1840-1849 1850-1859 1860-1869 1870-1879 1880-1889 1890-1899 The Mexican War The 1900's First Flight Worl Read More Go to Site

		U.S.A. History Home Page ^Votes:0 History of the United States The following time line shows major events in American History. Click on any of the events for more detail. Native Americans Christopher Columbus European Exploration Pilgrims - The First Thanksgiving The British Colonies The French and Indian War Missions of California (1769-1834) The American Revolution The Louisiana Purchase The War of 1812 The California Gold Rush The Civil War The Mexican War World War I The Great Depression World War II The Moon Landing Vietnam War US Presidents US Symbols Copyright ? 1998-2004 Kidport Read More Go to Site

		What Old Glory Means ^Votes:0 *What Old Glory Means* "Why fly the flag?" the young man asked. "Long ago, when it was young . . . well, it was different then: it was novel . . . the thing to do. But now the flag is old . . . and the custom long outmoded." The old man smiled. "Yes," he said, "the flag is old now . . . but then it always has been old. Remember? It was 'Old Glory' 'way back there on Cowpens field, where Howard's men endowed it with that name of love . . . And it was old . . . and tattered too . . . the day it flew o'er Brooklyn's stubborn stand by Smallwood's bold command. It was older still, of course, at fort McHenry when, waving in the morning breeze, it inspired a hymn of noble destiny. Yes, son, that banner of beauty was even old when its stars and stripes were s Read More Go to Site

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