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de Warin, Claire; And Others – Francais dans le Monde, 1988
Events and activities directly related to the bicentennial of the French Revolution in 1989 are outlined, and literature, recordings, and films concerning the Revolution are listed. The role of the Mission du Bicentenaire is also described. (MSE)
Descriptors: Class Activities, European History, Foreign Countries, French
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Heitzmann, Wm. Ray – Current: The Journal of Marine Education, 1982
Reviews several references focusing on words and phrases in the American language which have nautical origins (sailing, whaling, navigation, ship-building and others) and have since lost their nautical connections. Also includes examples from the references such as "slush fund", "posh", and "windfall." (JN)
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education, Language
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Beck, Cathy; Nelson-Faulkner, Shari; Pierce, Kathryn Mitchell – Language Arts, 2000
Looks at the characteristics of outstanding historical fiction including its literary qualities and criteria associated with authenticity. Discusses how teachers invite readers to approach their experiences with these novels. Looks at the role of historical fiction in today's classrooms. Presents brief annotations of 25 outstanding works of…
Descriptors: Books, Childrens Literature, Elementary Secondary Education, Language Arts