Spice and Herb Project

You will research and explore a spice or herb for classroom use.
Using the links and materials provided you will answer the following questions:

What does your herb or spice taste like?

Where does your spice/herb originate from? How does it grow?

What are some products, dishes and or cuisines that are usually paired with this herb or spice?

What other herbs or spices does your herb/spice pair well with?

Does your herb or spice have any non food functions? How much does this herb or spice cost? Why should someone use it in a dish?

The SpiceHouse

SpiceEtc

CNNSpices

Spices,Herbs,Seasoning

AntiMicrobial Effects

Benefits of Herbs&Spices

CulinaryCafe

In addition to these resources the library has many print sources that can assist you in finding this information.
Please ask for help if you need it :)

American Court System - Miller & Filloramo

Using the following links, you will be able to research:

The history of the American court system
How a jury is selected
Jury responsibilities
Famous court cases

*****In addition to online sources - the library has many print sources and copies of court cases available for your use*********

Outline of US Legal System

Understanding Federal and State Courts

Student Resources in Context

NYJuror.gov

Guide to Criminal Cases in NY

Crime Library

Famous Cases - FBI

Multiple Intelligences Test - Psychology

You will create a lesson/demonstration on a topic of your choice. The lesson will need to include at least 4 of the multiple intelligences that we have studied.

Select your group's topic
Write your goals for the lesson/demo
Decide which multiple intelligneces you will focus on during your presentation and gather materials needed to achieve those goals
Decide on activities that will support and engage your 4 types of learners
Hand in a copy of your presentation with written goals, 4 different Multiple Intelligences and activities that will be used
Present to the class
Self Assessment - Did you meet the needs of the 4 types of learners?

Please utilize the print sources provided and the resources below for your research

Howard Gardner

APA- American Psychological Association

Student Resources in Context

Religions of the World - Ms. Sherlock

Using books and internet links - you will be able to find the following information:::

Name of the religion

Areas of the world where it is practiced

Beliefs

Rituals/sacrifices

Major holidays and their significance

Behavior expected of members of this religion

Religions of the world

Religious Tolerance

Godweb

Preventable Disease Library Activity

Directions: You will research and explore a preventable disease. The disease must be caused by unhealthy eating habits. You can use online and print sources to obtain your information. Once you have completed the research answer the questions listed below:

What are the warning signs of this disease?
What can cause this disease?
What are some foods that cause this disease?
What foods prevent the onset of this disease?
Please plan 3 meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) and 1 snack that will prevent someone from developing this preventable disease.

The following diseases are linked to information:

High Blood Pressure

High Blood Cholesterol

Diabetes Type 2

Heart Disease

Stroke

Congestive Heart Failure

Gout

Osteoarthritis

Endometrial Cancer

Breast Cancer

Prostate Cancer

Colon Cancer

Complications of Pregnancy & Reproductive Health

Depression

Hypertension

Gallstones

Gallbladder Disorders

Distorted Body Image

Eating Disorders

Low Self Esteem

Biography Project

For this assignment, each student will receive the name of an individual who made a significant contribution to American society.

Assignment Purposes:
To come to understand how a particular person's experiences can illuminate our understanding of the period and circumstances in which he/she lived.To learn to do research of the sort professional historians do; locating, examining, and using appropriate source materials, and presenting one's findings to readers.The finished project should be 4 to 5 pages in length consisting of the following:

Assignment:

Biographical Sketch:
a) A factual account of the person's life, emphasizing aspects that are of historical significance.

b)Provide evidence and explanation of the person's historical contribution(s) and significance.Evidence must be documented with references and citations to sources.How and why is this person considered to be important?What does her or his life tell us about the times in which he/she lived; about important social, scientific, cultural, economic, or political developments; about the United States at the time?

Annotated Bibliography:
You are to create a list of reliable and relevant sources that illuminate your person's life and contributions. This list should include the sources that you used for this project as well as others that you can identifiy that may be available for research.

To get started with your research - you will find the following helpful:


Worldcat - a catalogue of material in libraries around the world- create a free account to use this site.


Library of Congress - search materials of your person - clicking the links provided will give you info you need for your anotated bibliography


Smithsonian - History & Culture


United States Holocaust Museum

National Archives - follow the link for general public access


Student Resource Center - remote use password: "empirelink"

Biography Resource Center - remote use password: "empirelink"

Consciousnes and Sleep Project - Psychology

Directions:
You will work as an individual or with a partner to present research on one of the topics listed below. Try selecting a topic the topics listed below. Try selecting a topic that you are interested in researching and would like to learn more about. The project will be partially completed in class but will require additional time outside of the classroom.


Requirements:
You may choose to write an essay(2-3 pages), create a PowerPoint (10slides) or create a collage

Follow the detailed assigment sheet


Choose your topic:

Sleep Cycle*******Purpose of Dreaming
Analyses of Dreams(focus on common dreams or analyze yours)*******Nightmares
Cultural Views of Dreams*******Night Terrors
Sigmund Freud's Theory of Dreams******Sleep Walking
Sleep Talking******Insomnia
Narcolepsy*****Sleep Apnea
Hynosis*****Meditation
Healthy Sleep routines*****Adolescences and Sleep

Use the following sites to conduct your research:::

Student Resources Database


CDC-Sleep Disorders

WebMD-Sleep Disorders

Pediatric SleepDisorders