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The Intertidal Zone

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students research the diverse animal and plant life that inhabit the intertidal zones along the Pacific rocky coast. As students progress through this lesson, they begin to recognize distinct behaviors, adaptations, and characteristics...
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Red Mangroves Of Southern Florida

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students engage in a unit plan to examine the ecological background for the Mangroves of southern Florida. They conduct research using print and computer technology sources. They use the information in a number of other extension...
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Irony At Owl Creek

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars engage in study of literature in order to identify the use of irony in the context of reading two stories. They are compared and contrasted and the irony is exposed. The activities include the answering of several key...
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Present Simple Verb Form Worksheet

For Teachers 5th - 7th
In this present simple verb and occupations worksheet, students fill in 15 blanks using the verbs given in the key. They fill in the missing words and verbs in a paragraph. They match descriptions of occupations with the proper word and...
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Run-on Sentences

For Teachers 11th - 12th
In this grammar worksheet, students correct 5 run-on sentences. For example, "The most important part of college is being well-prepared for tests because if you don't do well on tests then won't get a good mark..."
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Zelda and Ivy

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders read the theme books Zelda and Ivy and do activities that are related to the books. In this reading lesson, 2nd graders read the books given and then do activities that include a reader's theater, crossword, personality...
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Granny's Flower Pressing Adventure

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
Students review the rules of a classroom garden. In this gardening lesson, students review the rules of a classroom garden and are given the opportunity to pick a few flowers to keep. Students are taught how to press the flowers they...
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Sociology: What is life like for Gulf Coast rice farmers

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Learners read 1 page about Gulf Coast rice farmers and then describe what rice farming in the U.S. is like in the United States. In this rice farming lesson plan, students tell why they would or would not want to be a rice farmer.
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English Exercises: Verb Tenses 2

For Students 3rd - 8th
In this online interactive English skills worksheet, students respond to 30 fill in the blank questions about verb tenses. Students may submit their answers to be scored.
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Spiders

For Teachers 1st - 3rd
Students come to the conclusion, from various clues given, that the mysterious creature is a spider, and discover spiders come in a variety of shapes, colors, and sizes.
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"Mother Earth" -- Present

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students examine the Native American belief of "Mother Earth". They read stories from Native American authors and reflect. They illustrate this concept through art and haikus.
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A Tree Is More than a Street Name

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders discuss the role of trees as one of the most important natural resources. In groups, they examine how the forests nearby helped to shape their urban city. Using the internet, they research the use of the forest in early...
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Reptile and Amphibian Defense Strategies

For Teachers 5th - 12th
Students study the stages of the Eastern newt either by collecting a live specimen or from pictures. They note the colors of the eft stage before reading the "Eastern Newt Species Account" that shows the newt's life stages, migration,...
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Why is It That Johnny Can't Read?

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students 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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Simile And Metaphor

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students engage in a lesson about metaphor and simile while using them in different contexts. They are asked to share some samples that are designed by them to other members of the class. Students practice writing them with the help of...
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Verb Tenses: Present, Past, and Future

For Students 5th - 6th
In these verb tenses worksheets, students complete three pages of activities that help them understand and use the present, past, and future verb tenses correctly.
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Total English Advanced: Phrasal Verbs and Particles

For Students 6th - 8th
In this prepositional phrases worksheet, students choose the correct prepositions to complete 12 sentences. Students discuss 5 questions with a partner.
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Lesson plan: Archaeology - Its Methods and Use

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers study the field of archeology. In this archeology lesson, students participate in 12 activities that require them to examine archeology, garbology, artifacts, ethical issues, and field specific vocabulary.
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Learning About Hurricanes

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students write a research paper on hurricanes. In this weather lesson, students use a science text book to write down facts about hurricanes on note cards and then outline their essay. Students use the outline to create an organized essay.
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ENERGY, Design Competition: Energy Systems of the Future!

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students examine energy, where it comes from and the different fuels that are used.  In this energy lesson students design an energy infrastructure using a renewable energy source. 
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Different Viewpoints - Loyalist or Patriot

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders use primary sources to study U.S. history and government. In this primary sources instructional activity, 3rd graders practice gathering information from "eye witness" accounts of history.
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The New Heads of the Family?

For Students 8th - 12th
For this reading comprehension worksheet, students read a 7-paragraph article about roles of modern children and respond to 5 short answer questions. Vocabulary words and definitions are included.
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Trickery and Foolery in King Lear

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students act out scenarios in which someone is duped or is made a fool of.  In this trickery and foolery in King Lear lesson, students plan and act out a brief scenario and discuss the person who is duped and why.  Students...
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The Netherlands: Prepositions and Past Simple

For Students 4th - 6th
In this prepositions and past simple worksheet, students fill in the blanks to sentences with prepositions, put sentences into the past simple form, answer true and false questions, and more. Students complete 4 activities.