Name Date/Period English 9 Mrs. Moxham/Mrs. Iannucci The Dust Bowl Farmers grew more and more crops, as the prices of each of the crops started to decline. Deep plowing of the virgin topsoil of the Great Plains had displaced the natural deep-rooted grasses that normally kept the soil in place and trapped moisture even during periods 11.25 Kb. 1
Lesson Title: Horace Mann and the Purpose of Public Education Grade Level Trace the development of the American education system from its earliest roots, including the roles of religious and private schools and Horace Mann’s campaign for free public education and its assimilating role in American culture 20.86 Kb. 1
Goans away from Goa Migration to the Middle East It attempts to examine the push and pull factors that have contributed to Goan migration to the Middle East in recent times. The paper will show also how a Goan abroad attempts to preserve his heritage in terms of culture, which includes religion 79.71 Kb. 1
Activities to accompany The Harvest Gypsies In the Heyday Books publication used in this class, Charles Wollenberg writes a very detailed and interesting introduction to The Harvest Gypsies. As you read the introduction 34.05 Kb. 1
The Migrant Experience Many independent farmers lost their farms when banks came to collect on their promissory notes. Driven by the Great Depression, drought, and dust storms 5.23 Kb. 1