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Religion and Spirituality in Native Cultures

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders gain an appreciation for the central role that religion and spirituality holds in Native cultures. After researching Totems, 5th graders create their own Totems out of construction paper based on their lives and beliefs.
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Mythology in the ESL Classroom

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students study myths, mythological figures, and the ancient classics. They develop a sensitivity to the beliefs, values, attitudes, and views of man's development at that time. They illustrate the powers of each god discussed and...
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Why is It That Johnny Can't Read?

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners listen to and discuss Don Henley's song, "Johnny Can't Read" and the 10,000 Maniacs song, "Cherry Tree." They research reading literacy and find statistics, evidence, stories, facts, and sources which will support their beliefs...
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Respect For Oneself And Others

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students investigate how to give respect to themselves and others. They consider how respect is part of how we treat others and consider personal boundaries. Students discuss how one should handle the situation of being asked to...
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Can We Live in Peace? Middle East: A Region in Turmoil

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders analyze three monotheistic religions as an appreciation of the Middle East. In this world religions lesson, 7th graders analyze the beliefs and the leaders of the three major religions. Students research a topic and...
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Personal Learning Profile

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Students, after completing a Personal Learning Profile pre-test Survey, take a Personal Learning Profile pre-test. They explore personal interests, spiritual beliefs, strengths, needs, and habits. The questionnaire is completed on the...
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Eastern Woodland Indians

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders research the Eastern Woodland Indians in this lesson. They list the tribes and write a description of the physical environment. They list examples of the types of food, clothing, transportation, home/shelter,...
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Astrology: Fact or Fiction?

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explore the topic of astrology and review the beliefs behind it. They read sample horoscopes. Using a portable digital planetarium, they view the night sky and the zodiac constellations. They examine and discuss the science...
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World Religions

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Learners describe or compare and contrast the major religions in terms of leaders, key beliefs, and location. Also, they trace, describe or analyze the spread of major religions and cultural traditions (e.g., the migration of Jews,...
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U.S. History: Native American Conflicts

For Teachers 11th
Eleventh graders discuss the wars with the Plains Indians and the subsequent cultural difficulties of assimilation. Part of the lesson examines the clash of cultures and beliefs about land ownership. Prior to taking a quiz, 11th...
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Greek Philosophers

For Students 6th - 10th
In this philosophy worksheet, students identify some of the most famous Greek Philosophers. They complete a chart that identifies the dates in which they were alive and the philosophical beliefs they shared. There are five Greek...
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Character Survey

For Students 5th - 6th
In this character survey worksheet, students interview and record information about a classmate. Personal information and beliefs are included. Note: There is the name James Abela ELT at the top which appears to be an advertisement.
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Kirishitan Religion

For Teachers 9th - Higher Ed
Students watch a PowerPoint presentation about the Kirishitan religion in Japan. In this religious history instructional activity, students learn the fundamental beliefs and the historical contexts which have guided the growth of the...
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Religions of the World

For Students 6th - 10th
In this world religions map worksheet, students note the 12 regions of the world and the religious beliefs practiced by the majority of people in those regions.
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Think Like a Puritan

For Students 7th - 12th
In this The Scarlet Letter activity worksheet, students read a 2-paragraph selection pertaining to Puritan beliefs and then respond to 7 short answer questions.
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Breaking Down the Declaration of Independence

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Young scholars examine the Declaration of Independence. In this colonial America lesson, students analyze the three sections of the Declaration and determine the beliefs the founding fathers had about rights.
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Why Should We Fix the World?

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars explore the concept of philanthropy. In this service learning lesson, students examine Jewish traditions tikkun olam and malchut shakai. Young scholars discuss how to apply Jewish beliefs in order to help others in the world.
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Political Culture: A Self-Evaluation

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Students explore the concept of popular culture. For this popular culture lesson, students take the provided survey on their opinions of political culture and beliefs. Students graph the survey results and discuss them.
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Persuasive Drawing

For Teachers 10th - Higher Ed
Students read The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien to then complete a persuasive art project for the novel. In this literature and art lesson, students read the book and determine their preference for the story giving facts to support. Students...
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Aahimsa in the Real World: Identifying Ahimsa

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders become familiar with the use of the newspaper and how it educates people. For this ahimsa lesson, 2nd graders recognize the importance of Gandhi and his beliefs. Students read articles and answer questions about ahimsa.
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Bible: Mayan Gods

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students discover beliefs and practices of the Mayans.  In this Mayan gods lesson plan, students discuss "The World Tree" of the Mayans, the three layers of the tree, and their meanings.  Students discover the manner and purpose of the...
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Have Your Say

For Students 4th - 6th
In this stating opinions worksheet, students practice expressing their own personal opinions. Students express their opinion as they answer 4 short answer questions about the Parliament restricting the Catholics from practicing their own...
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Reflecting on the Far Right

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students examine the London assembly election of 2008. In this political parties lesson, students research the platform of the British National Party. Students visit suggested websites to determine the party's core beliefs.
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Lincoln Home National Historic Site: A Place of Growth and Memory

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders study the history of Lincoln's home.  In this American History lesson, 8th graders examine artifacts from his home to learn about his beliefs.  Students participate in a webquest on Lincoln's home. 

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