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Science Lesson #2

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders explore and experiment with objects that float to see if they float differently in salt water or fresh water. After the experiment, they write a paragraph in their science journal explaining how fresh water and ocean water...
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Curated OER

How Do You Know There is Air in a Bag?

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders explore air as a material substance. Through experimentation and discussion, they explore how air can be classified as a material substance. Students write three examples proving that air is a material substance in their...
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Keeping Warm

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders measure the temperature of water using a thermometer. They record the temperatures of water on a chart. Students use the temperature data to determine which materials are the best conductors of heat. They discuss their...
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Edible Resource Maps

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders work in groups to create an edible resource map showing locations of at least five resources in the United States. Students research on the internet different regions and the resources that are found in those areas. They...
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About Kids Health

About Kids Health: Conditions and Diseases: Adhd

For Students 9th - 10th
Article that offers extensive information on ADHD or Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. Learn what it is and what you can do to help someone who has it.
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Handout
Other

Chadd: Understanding Adhd: About Adhd

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides detailed information about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and discusses common confusion with various labels, including ADD or attention deficit disorder. Includes downloadable factsheet.
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Other

Mental help.net: Introduction to Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (Adhd)

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides an overview of ADHD. Under the menu toolbar on the right, you'll find information on the symptoms and treatment of ADHD.
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US Department of Education

Identifying and Treating Adhd: Resource for School/home [Pdf]

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
An article on identifying and treating Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in school as well as at home. Included are causes of ADHD, legal requirements for identification, treatment options, and tips for parents and teachers. [pdf].
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US Department of Education

Identifying and Treating Adhd: Resource for School/home

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
An article on identifying and treating Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in school as well as at home. Included are causes of ADHD, legal requirements for identification, treatment options, and tips for parents and teachers. [pdf].
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Read Works

Read Works: The Scoop on Adhd

For Teachers 4th
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about ADHD with information about what it is and how to deal with it. Advice and insight from students with ADHD gives a unique perspective. A question sheet is available to help...
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Mental Health America

Mental Health America: Mental Health Info: Adhd and Add

For Students 9th - 10th
Introduction to ADHD and ADD in children covers the signs and symptoms, causes, the impact they have, and how to get help.
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Lesson Tutor

Lesson Tutor: Add and Adhd Home Page

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Common sense tips and new techniques are included here in a number of articles related to ADD and ADHD.
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Lesson Tutor

Lesson Tutor: Add and Adhd Home Page

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Common sense tips and new techniques are included here in a number of articles related to ADD and ADHD.
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Article
Curated OER

Kids Health: Adhd Medicines

For Students 9th - 10th
If you know anyone with ADHD, they may take Ritalin to treat their disorder. This article from Family Doctor explains how most people with ADHD react to Ritalin. Ritalin abuse and its negative effects are also covered.
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National Institutes of Health

What Are the Effective Treatments for Adhd?

For Students 9th - 10th
This site begins by listing the various treatments of ADHD, from psychotropic medications to herbal treatments.
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A to Z Teacher Stuff

Ato Z Teacher Stuff: Classroom Management Strategies for Adhd Students

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Teachers write in with their proven strategies for improving the education experiences of their ADD/ADHD students, their other students, and themselves!
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PBS

Pbs: This Emotional Life: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

For Students 9th - 10th
Collection of articles on Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD: what it is, what causes it, misconceptions about it, symptoms, related disorders, treatment options, and ways the ADHD person, and the caregivers and family...
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Read Works

Read Works: Focus on Adhd

For Teachers 6th - 8th Standards
[Free Registration/Login Required] This informational text passage explains ADHD, its effects, and explanations from students who are living with the condition. This passage is a stand-alone curricular piece that reinforces essential...
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LD Online

Ld Online: Adhd and Children Who Are Gifted

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This website provides a description of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and compares the prevalence of ADHD in students who are identified as gifted, or vice versa. Also included is a discussion on the current research findings...
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Other

Sharper Mind Centers: Questions About Add/adhd

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the Sharper Mind Centers provides a list of frequently asked questions about ADD, ADHD and Dyslexia. The questions are thoroughly answered and are very interesting. This is a good site to answer questions on the subject.
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Article
Curated OER

Kids Health: What Is Hyperactivity?

For Students 3rd - 8th
Learn about this common condition, how it's treated and how medical professionals decide whether a kid has ADHD. Be sure to click on the tabs to the right to get more information.
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WebMD

Web Md: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from WebMD provides a great topic overview of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Also provides links to causes, symptoms, risks, medications, surgery information, home treatment and prevention.
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Website
Other

Edutech/adhd Owner's Manual

For Students 9th - 10th
Attention deficit hyperactivity. Contains definitions, medication, behavioral and general information about attention deficit disorder and hyperactivity.
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Article
Other

The Story of Attention Deficit Disorder

For Students 9th - 10th
This article discusses the negative aspects of diagnosing and medicating children who are believed to have ADD or ADHD. Includes a list of 50 Ways to Improve Your Child's Behavior and Attention Span.

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