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Unit Plan
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Annenberg Learner: Literature: What Makes a Good Short Story?

For Students 9th - 10th
First this page asks students to read a short story called "A Jury of Her Peers." Then, this page asks students to "Read about the elements of a good short story and to take part in activities related to 'A Jury of Her Peers.'"
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Activity
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Annenberg Learner: Wind Chill

For Students 9th - 10th
Why do windy winter days seem so bitterly cold? Calculate the wind chill factor and find out.
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Activity
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Annenberg Learner: Evolution of Tungara Frog Mating Calls

For Students 9th - 10th
Use molecular information and observe female response patterns to learn about the mating calls of Physalaemus frogs. Examine the evolution of female preference for particular call characteristics.
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Handout
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Annenberg Learner: Literature: Creating Character

For Students 6th - 8th Standards
This article provides good insight into the creation of a character.