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Wetland Metaphors

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Pupils are presented with a selection of hands on objects for investigation as metaphors for natural functions of wetlands. A 'Mystery Metaphor Container' is presented to the class with everything having to do with a wetland in some...
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Defusing School Violence

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Students practice problem-solving skills as they listen to a scenario in which students defuse violence and tension at their own school. For this defusing school violence lesson, students discuss hate-based violence and brainstorm ways...
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Macbeth Madness

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students participate in various social studies activities in correlation to William Shakespeare's Macbeth. In this Macbeth lesson, students study maps of Scotland, England, and Norway to identify locations mentioned in Macbeth. Students...
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Brazil and the Amazon

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders examine the features of the country of Brazil.  In this Geography lesson, 6th graders complete a graphic organizer on the geography of Brazil. 
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Cricket in Pakistan

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students investigate sports and recreation in other countries. In this current events lesson, students analyze a photograph of of people playing the game of cricket in efforts to determine what was taking place when the photograph was...
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It Takes a Village

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students consider the contributions of the African Medical and Research Foundation (Amref). In this current events lesson, students research the listed Web sites that include information about Uganda's education, relief, and social...
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Hitting the Roof

For Teachers 6th - 11th
Young scholars examine the state of the British housing market. In this current events lesson, students visit selected websites to study Gordon Brown's plan for eco-towns, how to borrow money to buy homes, and what the home prices are in...
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The Ladners: Researching Local Pioneers

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Students research local Canadian explorers and write a report on them. In this research lesson plan, students look at local heritage and relationships that came out of those explorers.
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First Nations Contributions

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders examine countries when they first became nations.  In this Social Studies instructional activity, 7th graders investigate food that was present in North and South America.  Students prepare a presentation...
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Lesson Plan on the U.S. Trade Deficit

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students examine the U.S. trade deficit. In this global economics lesson, students read excerpts of selected articles and analyze economic reports to identify the implications of having a deficit. Discussion questions are provided.
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Czech's offer "Retro" communist holidays

For Teachers 10th
Tenth graders examine the purpose of communist holidays. In this Czechoslovakian lesson, 10th graders read an article and answer comprehension questions. Students create a plan for visiting this country during these holidays.
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Babushka's Doll

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders read the story Babushka's Doll and write a summary of the main events in the story. In this summaries lesson plan, 3rd graders discuss the country of Russia before they read.
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Pride and Prejudice: Concept/Vocabulary Analysis

For Teachers 7th - 10th Standards
Clarify the setting, literary themes, and potential vocabulary issues with a concept analysis resource. With thoughtful explanations of many parts of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice, the reference sheet will be a great...
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Facing History and Ourselves

Reflection and Action for Civic Participation

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Slacktivist or activist? Bystander or upstander? Positive social change requires involvement and commitment. After reading a series of articles about young people who chose to get involved, scholars examine a framework that helps peers...
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U.S. Involvement in Nation-Building Before Iraq

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students analyze U.S. involvement in Iraq. In this foreign policy lesson, students listen to their instructor lecture on America's nation-building policies. Students respond to questions pertaining to nation-building practices.
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PricewaterhouseCoopers

Consumer Fraud

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Falling into the hands of a credit scam is much too common these days, and the young adults in the classroom need to be prepared. Through the activity, learners discover how to be a safe spender and use common sense when...
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PwC Financial Literacy

Income and Careers: Career Exploration

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Elementary schoolers take part in a virtual career day and are exposed to various career opportunities in the finance, education, and medical fields. By accessing a video you can download from the PwC Financial website, learners...
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Saving and Investing: Investing for the Future

For Teachers 6th - 8th
A fine instructional activity on saving and investing is here for you and your middle schoolers. In it, learners explore the values of time and money, and discover how small amounts of money invested over time can grow into a large "pot...
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Coast to Coast Virtual Trip

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Students complete a variety of exercises and activities as they plan a coast to coast trip across America. They keep a journal that includes where they went, what they did, what they saw, etc. They compare two cities they visited along...
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Follow that Cheese

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students research types of cheeses. In this cheese types lesson, students research the origin of cheese and then investigate the area of origin. Students share their reports. Students have a cheese tasting celebration as a culminating...
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Compare & Locate via the Internet

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders compare the location of their home city/town with a town in another country (non U.S.) that they have selected and researched utilizing the Internet. They create a binder of their reports for future research.
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Mi país

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students research Spanish-speaking countries on the Internet and make a presentation.
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Currency Exchange Rates

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Pupils, in groups, choose three countries from which to investigate exchange rates versus the US dollar. Using Internet research they follow daily exchange rates and compute the percentage change. They compile data and prepare and...
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Social Studies: When in Rome...

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars conduct Internet research on selected countries. They simulate a business trip requiring airplane flights, car rentals, and hotel reservations. They present their virtual trips in written reports after sharing their...

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