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| Greek Philosophers |
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About the Site
This page is part of Island of Freedom, which contains biographical information about numerous artists, composers, and philosophers. The pages devoted to philosophers include quotations and links to texts. Because of the nature of the topic, the material is somewhat dense. You may want to preview and paraphrase for students.
What to Do
Help students navigate the site as directed. Explain unfamiliar vocabulary and concepts. Click Quotations under the bust of Plato. You may want to choose a quote to discuss, such as "I am the wisest man in Athens because I know I don't know. I am only singularly ignorant. The rest of the citizens are twice ignorant. They think they know, but they still don't know." Ask the class what they think the quote means. If time permits, choose a quote from Aristotle to discuss.
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About the Site
Historyforkids.com is a site maintained by Dr. Karen Carr in association with Portland State University. She is committed to bringing history to kids in terms that they will understand.
Lesson Objectives
Students will use the Internet to research ancient Greek philosophy. Students will learn about Plato. Students will write a summary of Plato’s life.
Suggested Additional Activities
Have students learn more about Greek philosophers by clicking the hypertext links for Aristotle and Socrates. Have them compare the lives of the philosophers. Present the class with a philosophical question such as "What is the difference between right and wrong?" or "Is there ever a wrong that is right?" Have a class discussion. For more philosophical questions, click on the Main Philosophy Page link at the bottom of the page.
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| Alexander the Great |
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About the Site
This simple Web page tells the life story of Alexander the Great. It is part of a site run by a student who posts his poetry and essays about such topics as Apollo 13, Samuel Morse, and others.
What to Do
Discuss with students any new information they've learned. Encourage students to make a time line of Alexander's life. Have students discuss any important information that may be left out.
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About the Site
This web site was written by sixth grade students at Echo Horizon School in Culver City, California. It features student reports on Ancient Civilizations including Greece, Rome, Mesopotamia, and Egypt.
What to Do
Encourage students to take notes as they read. You may want to discuss how to reference the various Web sites students use to gather information. Brainstorm with students how to gather additional information on the subject using print and electronic materials.
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About the Site
This Web site is sponsored by the White House and features fascinating information on U.S. presidents, First Ladies, and the federal government. Click White House for Kids for a newsletter called Inside the White House. There is also information about how to email the President and Vice President.
What to Do
Discuss with students what made Abraham Lincoln an important leader. Encourage students to think how Lincoln's upbringing might have prepared him to be a leader. Have students brainstorm what traits they think good leaders possess. Do they think Lincoln had some or all of these traits? Why or why not?
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About the Site
Spectrum: Home and School Magazine sponsors this brief biography of Cesar Chavez. The site has a wealth of material across the curriculum as well as games, puzzles, and current events.
What to Do
After students have read Chavez's biography, encourage them to describe what characteristics they think he possessed. Write these traits on the chalkboard. Encourage students to think of other leaders who have made an impact on history or on their lives. Write their names along with several of their traits. Have students identify any shared traits.
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