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Discipline vs. Self-Discipline

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students explore self-discipline. In this character education lesson, students define and give examples of discipline and self-discipline. Students work with a group to complete a related concept map.
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Fall vs. Spring

For Teachers Pre-K - K
Students compare and contrast the seasons of fall and spring. In this fall and spring lesson plan, students learn the differences between fall and spring through books and pictures, identify the differences, draw their own pictures, and...
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Examining newspapers

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students compare and contrast tabloid and broadsheet papers. In this journalism lesson, students examine how techniques and form differs from one type of publication to the other. The culminating activity is for students to take what...
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That was Then, This is Now

For Teachers 5th - 10th
Pupils compare and contrast data charts and statistics for food prices of now and in the past. In this food prices lesson plan, students answer short answer questions and calculate computations.
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Pepper Fun

For Teachers 1st - 3rd
Learners examine different types of peppers. In this vegetable lesson, students compare and contrast several peppers, learn about the growth cycle, taste a stuffed pepper dish, and create their own pepper mini-book.
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Read Works

Writing Compare and Contrast Essays

For Teachers 4th - 5th Standards
Practice writing compare and contrast essays in your class by starting out with a Venn diagram. A sample that can be expanded upon is provided here. After your writers have completed the guided practice, have them write individual essays...
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Looking Inside Cells

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders analyze and identify the role of the cell membrane and nucleus. They create flash cards to help them review cell structures. They also compare plant and animal cells.
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Identifying What is Different

For Teachers K Standards
What is the same, what is different, and what does it all mean? Introduce the concept of identifying similarities and difference to your Kinder class using the I do, we do, you do, instructional approach. You'll provide structured...
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Schools Around the World

For Teachers K - 5th
Students discover how schools around the world are the same and different. In this international school lesson, students learn about different types of schools from all around the world and the items and activities within these schools....
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Creature Design

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders create mathematical creatures. For this geometry lesson, 5th graders create a creature from regular and irregular geometric shapes. Students review vocabulary and construct an original creature based on a rubric.
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Lesson One: Characterizing Philanthropic People

For Teachers 6th - 7th Standards
Familiarize your class with philanthropy and involve individuals in philanthropic activities. First, determine the traits of philanthropic people. Class members attach sticky notes with character traits written on them to each side of at...
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Journal of Children of the World

For Teachers 1st - 3rd
Young scholars explore the lives of other children. In this comparing and contrasting lesson, students complete a KWL chart on children around the world and use the Internet to compare and contrast these children using different...
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Are You a Frog?

For Teachers K
Pupils listen to the book "Ask Me If I'm a Frog, and compare their anatomy and habits to the anatomy and habits of a frog to identify with the characteristics unique to frogs. They respond to teacher-generated questions by writing...
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Comparing and Contrasting Characters

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students explore Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury.  In this literature activity, students review Venn diagrams and how to compare and contrast. Students select two characters and write a paper comparing and contrasting them.
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Comparison and Contrast - D.H. Lawrence

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students explore "The Rocking Horse Winner" and "The Horse Dealer's Daughter" by D. H. Lawrence. In this literature lesson, students read these short stories. Students write an essay comparing the two stories according to themes,...
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PBS

The Pursuit of Excellence

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Who doesn’t love French pastries and the idea of hard work? Discover different philosophies on hard work, and the skills of French pastry chefs as the documentary concerning the “Best Craftsmen in France” or Meilleures Ouvriers de France...
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Discovery Education

Submarines and Aircraft Carriers: The Science of Nuclear Power

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
As physics masters view this presentation, they learn how nuclear power is used in submarines. They use Google Maps to plot a course through the ocean and calculate the time required for surfacing and traveling. They learn about fission,...
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Thomas Edison's Inventions in the 1900s and Today: From "New" to You!

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students research types of technology available to Americans at the beginning of the 20th century and compare the style of living to modern times. They identify Thomas Edison's contributions to technology and their own current lifestyles.
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The Properties of Clay

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders determine the physical properties of clay by examining ceramic works of art. They evaluate local soil samples for suitability for sculpting and compare clay taken from soil to manufactured clay.
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The Soldier’s Experience—Vietnam versus World War I

For Teachers 6th - 12th Standards
The Vietnam War and World War I were two very important—and different—wars. To understand the differences, and similarities, class members watch videos, examine primary source documents, and then create a newscast that examines the...
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Shakespeare Uncovered

War and Leadership in Shakespeare’s Henry V

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
“Compared to war all other forms of human endeavor shrink to insignificance.” “War is not healthy for children and other living things.” These two views of war, embodied in George Patton’s statement and Lorraine Schneider‘s famous 1966...
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Evaluating Eyewitness Reports

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students consider the advantages and disadvantages of eyewitness accounts as records of history. They research several accounts of the Great Chicago Fire of 1871 and then compare and contrast each version to arrive at a final picture.
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Conserving Electric Energy

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Another fantastic lesson on energy is presented by the American Coal Foundation. This one focuses on electricity; how it is produced, how it is delivered, and how it is used. Some excellent handouts are embedded in this fine plan which...
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Camouflage

For Teachers 5th
Here is a lesson which incorporates ingenious hands-on activities that simulate how many animals use camouflage as a survival technique. This lesson clearly outlines how to implement the activities and discussion sessions found in it....