The unit is focused on the examination of geography in terms of …
The unit is focused on the examination of geography in terms of “place.” Students dive into inquiry to answer the compelling question, What is unique about living in Washington? Through this question students will understand where and why people live in Washington State. Students will dive into the regions of Washington State and define it through many characteristics. Students will ultimately choose a region to become an expert on and communicate what makes that region unique. Each student’s performance task product will reflect choice and build upon student strengths according to their skill set.
This Western Mining History database uses Mineral Resources Data System to list …
This Western Mining History database uses Mineral Resources Data System to list known Colorado historical mines by county. Each county site has links to the known mines within its borders. Some are known and named, others are unnamed. Mines should be assumed to be on private property unless other research is conducted. Data provided for each mine site include: Name, State, County, Elevation, Primary Mineral Mined, Latitude and Longitude and a link to Google Maps. Photos are provided where available. Additional information for some Mines are satellite photos, and ownership, business and historical records. Mining History is an historical site that provides information on mining, mining towns, the gold and silver rush, and Photos and maps of the western United States. This is a great database for student historical research or data and statistics classes. Consider becoming a member or making a donation to help further the work of the site.
Western Mining History updates the California Gold Rush history covering the period …
Western Mining History updates the California Gold Rush history covering the period two years into the discovery. Western Mining History is an historical site that provides databases, information on mining, mining towns, gold and Photos and maps of the western United States. Consider becoming a member or making a donation to help further the work of the site.
Loyd Files Research Library: Stop 14 Museum of the West Virtual Tour. …
Loyd Files Research Library: Stop 14 Museum of the West Virtual Tour. Watch this short video to learn about a Museum of the West exhibit or collection to preview your field trip or for a virtual field trip if you are unable to attend in person. The Museum of the West is part of the Museums of Westen Colorado. Museum of the West Registrar, Vida Jaber, describes what she does and how the Loyd Files Research Library is different from other libraries. She also explains primary and secondary sources. Access the online collections here: https://www.museumofwesternco.com/collections/
Mountain Men Social Studies Lesson 2 Lupton's Letter is designed to be …
Mountain Men Social Studies Lesson 2 Lupton's Letter is designed to be used with Mountain Man Artifact Kit. Lessons 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 7 can be completed without the artifacts from the kit. These kits are available through Musuems of Western Colorado to D51 Teachers. This lesson can be adapted to use without the kit. Students will be able to: • analyze a primary historical source • create and justify a response to the primary source • examine maps to trace the journey of the document.
Museums of Western Colorado. How did people make cookies using a wood …
Museums of Western Colorado. How did people make cookies using a wood stove? Curator Matt Darling shows us the wood stove at Cross Orchards. Then, volunteer, Sandi Pittenger makes her delicious applesauce cookies using applesauce made from Cross Orchards apples! You don't need a wood stove to make these cookies! Applesauce Cookies 1c shortening 4c flour 2c sugar 2 tsp baking soda 2 eggs 2c applesauce 1 tsp salt 1 tsp cloves 1 tsp cinnamon 1c raisins 2 c chopped walnuts Cream the shortening, sugar and eggs. Then add the remaining ingredients. Drop on a greased cookie sheet and bake at 350 degrees F for 11 minutes
Museums of Western Colorado. Warning Content Note: George Washington's Recipe included alcohol. …
Museums of Western Colorado. Warning Content Note: George Washington's Recipe included alcohol. Teacher may want to preview the recipe using the video but not share with younger students. This recipe is non-alcoholic. Eggnog has a long history in the United States. Join Erin Schmitz, Assistant Director/Curator of Collections and Archives for the Museums of Western Colorado and Cross Orchards, as she discusses George Washington's recipe and makes her own! Erin's Eggnog Recipe 12 egg yolks 16oz heavy cream 4 cups whole milk 1 cup sugar Cinnamon to taste Nutmeg to taste Combine egg yolks and sugar and beat to combine. Bring milk, cream, nutmeg, and cinnamon sticks to barely a simmer. Ladle hot milk mixture in to eggs and sugar slowly to temper the mixture. After about half the milk mixture is added, transfer back into the rest of the milk mixture and cook on low until slightly thickened. Remove and chill. The mixture will thicken more as it cools.
Manhattan, CO Mining Town. Western Mining History presents a brief summary of …
Manhattan, CO Mining Town. Western Mining History presents a brief summary of Colorado's Historical Mining Towns with links to additional Colorado resources for a mining town database and mines by county. Western Mining History is an historical site that provides information on mining, mining towns, the gold and silver rush, and Photos and maps of the western United States. This is a strong primary source resource that can be used for a variety of class research projects. Consider becoming a member or making a donation to help further the work of the site.
The following map analysis worksheet was designed and developed by the Education …
The following map analysis worksheet was designed and developed by the Education Staff of the National Archives and Records Administration. You may find this worksheet useful as you introduce students to maps as primary sources of historical, social and cultural information.
The following map analysis worksheet was designed and developed by the Education …
The following map analysis worksheet was designed and developed by the Education Staff of the National Archives and Records Administration. You may find this worksheet useful as you introduce students to maps as primary sources of historical, social and cultural information.
Marble, CO Mining Town. Western Mining History presents a brief summary of …
Marble, CO Mining Town. Western Mining History presents a brief summary of Colorado's Historical Mining Towns with links to additional Colorado resources for a mining town database and mines by county. Western Mining History is an historical site that provides information on mining, mining towns, the gold and silver rush, and Photos and maps of the western United States. This is a strong primary source resource that can be used for a variety of class research projects. Consider becoming a member or making a donation to help further the work of the site.
This Western Mining History database uses Mineral Resources Data System to list …
This Western Mining History database uses Mineral Resources Data System to list known Colorado historical mines by county. Each county site has links to the known mines within its borders. Some are known and named, others are unnamed. Mines should be assumed to be on private property unless other research is conducted. Data provided for each mine site include: Name, State, County, Elevation, Primary Mineral Mined, Latitude and Longitude and a link to Google Maps. Photos are provided where available. Additional information for some Mines are satellite photos, and ownership, business and historical records. Mining History is an historical site that provides information on mining, mining towns, the gold and silver rush, and Photos and maps of the western United States. This is a great database for student historical research or data and statistics classes. Consider becoming a member or making a donation to help further the work of the site.
Western Mining History provides a database of metal mining districts in Colorado …
Western Mining History provides a database of metal mining districts in Colorado organized by county. Individual links by county link out to the mining districts in each county. The mining districts summarize boundaries, the geology of the region and the minerals that can be found in each district. This is a good source to identify the minerals prevalent in each county. Western Mining History is an historical site that provides databases, information on mining, mining towns, gold and Photos and maps of the western United States. Consider becoming a member or making a donation to help further the work of the site.
The Original Coloradans Social Studies Lesson 2 designed to be used with …
The Original Coloradans Social Studies Lesson 2 designed to be used with The Original Coloradans Artifact Kit. Lessons 1, 2 and 4 can be completed without the artifacts from the kit. These kits are available through Musuems of Western Colorado to D51 Teachers. This lesson can be adapted to use without the kit. Students will be able to: • Describe the potential routes the first people took to arrive in North America • Develop and defend an argument based on facts regarding the first migration into North America • Summarize the origin stories of several groups of Native people.
This Western Mining History database uses Mineral Resources Data System to list …
This Western Mining History database uses Mineral Resources Data System to list known Colorado historical mines by county. Each county site has links to the known mines within its borders. Some are known and named, others are unnamed. Mines should be assumed to be on private property unless other research is conducted. Data provided for each mine site include: Name, State, County, Elevation, Primary Mineral Mined, Latitude and Longitude and a link to Google Maps. Photos are provided where available. Additional information for some Mines are satellite photos, and ownership, business and historical records. Mining History is an historical site that provides information on mining, mining towns, the gold and silver rush, and Photos and maps of the western United States. This is a great database for student historical research or data and statistics classes. Consider becoming a member or making a donation to help further the work of the site.
Mineral Point, CO Mining Town. Western Mining History presents a brief summary …
Mineral Point, CO Mining Town. Western Mining History presents a brief summary of Colorado's Historical Mining Towns with links to additional Colorado resources for a mining town database and mines by county. Western Mining History is an historical site that provides information on mining, mining towns, the gold and silver rush, and Photos and maps of the western United States. This is a strong primary source resource that can be used for a variety of class research projects. Consider becoming a member or making a donation to help further the work of the site.
Western Mining History presents a short tour of miner's cabin's from the …
Western Mining History presents a short tour of miner's cabin's from the frontier west during the gold and silver rush. This resource focuses on the resourcefulness of miners to establish shelter. The resources shows Photos of miner's cabins and living conditions. Western Mining History is an historical site that provides databases, information on mining, mining towns, gold and Photos and maps of the western United States. Consider becoming a member or making a donation to help further the work of the site.
Western Mining History presents a brief summary of Historical Mining Towns in …
Western Mining History presents a brief summary of Historical Mining Towns in the Western United States with links to each states mining towns. The site includes an interative map and video. Western Mining History is an historical site that provides information on mining, mining towns, gold and Photos and maps of the western United States. Consider becoming a member or making a donation to help further the work of the site.
This Western Mining History database uses Mineral Resources Data System to list …
This Western Mining History database uses Mineral Resources Data System to list known Colorado historical mines by county. Each county site has links to the known mines within its borders. Some are known and named, others are unnamed. Mines should be assumed to be on private property unless other research is conducted. Data provided for each mine site include: Name, State, County, Elevation, Primary Mineral Mined, Latitude and Longitude and a link to Google Maps. Photos are provided where available. Additional information for some Mines are satellite photos, and ownership, business and historical records. Mining History is an historical site that provides information on mining, mining towns, the gold and silver rush, and Photos and maps of the western United States. This is a great database for student historical research or data and statistics classes. Consider becoming a member or making a donation to help further the work of the site.
Montezuma, CO Mining Town. Western Mining History presents a brief summary of …
Montezuma, CO Mining Town. Western Mining History presents a brief summary of Colorado's Historical Mining Towns with links to additional Colorado resources for a mining town database and mines by county. Western Mining History is an historical site that provides information on mining, mining towns, the gold and silver rush, and Photos and maps of the western United States. This is a strong primary source resource that can be used for a variety of class research projects. Consider becoming a member or making a donation to help further the work of the site.
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