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We Are Alike, We Are Different:A Focus on Japan

For Teachers 1st
First graders develop a connection with students in a first grade classroom in Japan. They begin to develop a curiosity about Japan--the landscape, the people, and their culture, while developing an understanding of the Five Themes of...
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Famous Person: Benjamin Banneker

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Students explain the main events in Benjamin Banneker's life and his contributions to society. They gain an appreciation for Benjamin Banneker's inventive ability to reproduce a clock as well as his determination in teaching himself...
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Anatomy of a Book

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students reference books to become familiar with locating information necessary for citing resources in a research paper. For this technical writing lesson students work in groups to find the answers to prepared questions.
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Social Studies: Civil Rights Gets Stronger

For Teachers 8th - 11th
Students investigate segregation in the United States. For this American Civil Rights lesson, students read Oh Freedom and discuss the implications of segregation. Students then view images from the time period and take notes...
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Types Of Interviews

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students demonstrate knowledge of the phases of an interview. They explain the different types of interviews and see when these types be used. They utilize a worksheet imbedded in this plan to help them practice.
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Family Strengths

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students identify positive characteristics and behaviors of strong marriage relationships. They identify and compare the strengths of various ethnic families and list the qualities needed to build a strong marriage and family.
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What I Like

For Teachers 1st
First graders identify their interests and examine careers related to those activities. They complete a handout, discuss their interests, and draw a picture to go with their chosen career.
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Woman Walks into a Bar

For Teachers Higher Ed
Students create an imaginative response to a book title as a way to anticipate what the book is going to be about. They explore the use of humour to make a serious point. Students are asked what they think that statement 'Woman walks...
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Career Interest Record

For Teachers 1st
First graders fill out career interest cards throughout the year.
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Mold It

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Students make molds of various items of their choosing using the Molt-It kit. They discuss the scientific value of making molds.
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Getting to Know You

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students create a women's history trail. They interview residents of their local community. They create information brochures on different women as well.
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What Must Be Done To Achieve Equality?

For Teachers 12th - Higher Ed
Students evaluate various statements about what must be done to achieve equality for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender persons, students consider the responsibility they have to end discrimination. They also explore the relative...
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NWT Literacy Council

Nwt Literacy Council: The Northern Edge Study Guide Issue 1 5 [Pdf]

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This is a study guide to be used in conjunction with the Northern Edge adult literacy site. The site was designed for northern aboriginal learners. The site teaches many literacy and numeracy skills that are essential for daily life.
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Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

Cfpb: Understanding How Insurance Works: A Case Study About Lucy

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students read about how insurance works, then review a case study to see how insurance choices can affect personal finances for a rural young adult.