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Unit Plan
Curated OER

Getting Old

For Teachers 6th - Higher Ed
Students explore the topic of aging. They study vocabulary related to various age groups, discuss getting old, and role play people of diverse ages. They read the poem, "Warning", by Jenny Joseph and discuss ways to live longer.
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Unit Plan
University of Illinois

University of Illinois Extension: Walk in My Shoes

For Students 3rd - 8th
Through activities, learn what it feels like to be older and what happens to our bodies as we age.
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Article
Youngzine

Youngzine: Scientists Reverse Aging in Mice

For Students 9th - 10th
Youngzine takes a look at aging, and the medical attempts to reverse the effects.