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Handout
Scholastic

Marijuana: Breaking Down the Buzz

For Students 4th - 12th Standards
There are a lot of myths surrounding marijuana. Read a passage that clarifies the dangers of teens smoking marijuana, its harmful effects on the development of the brain, and the possible correlation of cigarette smoking to marijuana...
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Lesson Plan
Wilderness Classroom

Pollution

For Teachers 3rd - 7th Standards
Educate scholars on pollution—air, water, and land—with a series of lessons that begin with a thorough explanation of each type. Learners then take part in three activities to reinforce the importance of reducing pollution. They...
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Lesson Plan
American Psychological Association

Research Ethics

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
Psychologists designing experiments to research human behavior must consider weighty ethical concerns. Class members act as members of an institutional review board and examine proposals to determine whether included provisions...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Injury Management

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students identify and act to protect themselves in threatening situations and describe counter-measures for a variety of potentially dangerous situations. They outline the attitudes and behaviors that cause and prevent accidents...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Columbus: Hero or Villain?

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students explore Christopher Columbus's motives. In this character education lesson, students research Internet and print sources regarding the life and actions of Christopher Columbus in order to write essays that his actions as the...
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Sentence Completion: Low-Advanced SAT Level

For Students 9th - 11th
Imagine a sentence completion worksheet that includes a detailed explanation for how to determine the correct response! Here it is. The resource can be used for independent practice, as a warm-up, for group discussion, or as part of a...
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Council for the Curriculum, Examinations and Assessment

Safety and Managing Risk

For Teachers 9th Standards
Look before you leap! Learning how to analyze the risk involved before engaging in an activity is the focus of this lesson. Class members examine rules, both within their families and society at large, and consider why these boundaries...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Health Grade 1

For Teachers 1st
First graders determine the difference between good and bad drugs. In this lesson about drug awareness, 1st graders explore differences between drugs. Students will look at picture and understand what uses there are for drugs. Students...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Torts

For Teachers Higher Ed
Students examine tort law and defenses to negligence claims. They read case studies, participate in a mock trial, answer questions about the case summaries, and present information to their group about tort law.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Tort Law

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Young scholars study the concept of negligence. They recognize the difference between civil and criminal law and examine the factors that courts consider when considering if there is a duty and whether it has been breached. They argue...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

The Mozart Effect

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students develop a concept of why skepticism is important in science by looking at actual scientific studies regarding the effect of playing Mozart's music to infants. They record a journal of their inner thoughts and feelings while...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

The Risk-Benefit Factor Challenging Our Environment

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders examine the factors that are contributing to the degrading of the Earth's environment. In groups, they analyze the types of hazards when dealing with pests and give an example of each. For each situation given, they...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Survey Reveals Teen Use of Ecstasy, Other Illegal Drugs Declined in '02

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students explore illegal use. In this health journalism lesson, students read the USA Today article titled "Survey Reveals Teen Use of Ecstasy, Other Illegal Drugs Declined in '02", respond to discussion questions regarding the article,...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Smoke and Mirrors

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students develop a persuasive peer-to-peer case against smoking. They read two scenarios, perform a skit, and prepare a factual presentation.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Torts: Intentional Torts

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers are introduced to the concept of intentional torts. In groups, they compare and contrast civil and criminal wrongs committed by people. They are given case studies and use the elements of torts to apply to them. They share...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Child Abuse and the Trial Process

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students identify the elements of child abuse and neglect. Using this information, they relate it to the laws in their home state. They read scenerios and ask questions to determine if child abuse is present. They review the trial...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

What's in the Pond?

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders are introduced to microorganisms within a specific ecosystem and have the opportunity to make observations, explore the environment, conduct experiments and draw conclusions through firsthand experience at a pond. They also...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Mock Trial Preparation

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners work together to help prepare for a mock trial presentation. As a class, they identify and discuss each part of a trial and participate in a mini-demonstration to help visualize the steps. After completion, they write a...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Yes, You Can!

For Teachers K - 3rd
Students examine the concept of encouragement. In this encouragement and character lesson, students participate in an active read aloud of Mary Grace's, Amazing Grace. They draw a picture in their journal of a time that they needed...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Environmental Science

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders examine how the use of chemicals may affect the environment and how their are many different political issues surrounding chemical usage and the environment. They research different newspapers and magazines about the issues.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

The Cost of Art

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders experience difficult situations where they need to choose values. This lesson provides students with a role-playing opportunity to discover alternative ways of approaching these situations.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

The Charity Model of Disability

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students examine the ways charities such as the March of Dimes collect funds. They analyze the perceptions people have about these charities and evaluate sources of citizen's rights.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Watch Over Wild Wanders

For Teachers K - 12th
Students collect and organize data relating to migratory species and habitats; undertake a habitat action plan, then maintain planting and building projects for continuing benefit to wildlife; understand the unique needs of migratory...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Strapping Injuries

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students research the correct procedures for taping ankles via internet then put procedures in correct order and, as a class, discuss each procedure and implement the ankle taping techniques on each other. They also go through each...