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Which Herp Is Which?

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Young scholars research different kinds of herps. The teacher gives the student a particular herp and the student writes a postcard (as the herp) to an in-class penpal, giving hints about the herp, but not identifying itself.
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Climate

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
Students make and record observations about local weather. They write about their favorite kind of weather and what it would be like to live in a climate of their choice. They take a quiz on regional U.S. climates.
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Seasons

For Teachers K
Students listen to stories about the seasons, and discuss the kinds of clothing people wear for each season. They take a walk, collecting items to go with each season, then draw pictures to match the season.
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HOW FAST DO SEDIMENT GRAINS OF DIFFERENT SIZES SETTLE?

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students conduct an experiment using sand, a jar, and a paper clip to analyze the effects of different kinds of sand vis a vis its sediment. They graph their findings and analyze for factors of size, shape, and density.
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SEVERE WEATHER

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders identify the causes and effects of several different kinds of severe weather phenomenon.
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Insulators, Conductors, and Energy Transfer

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders conduct experiments to determine what types of material make good insulators. They prepare a graph of time vs. temperature for their sample. They choose a graph using each kind of material to display for class analysis and...
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Rock Concert

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students examine the three major types of rocks. They create a song, skit, or poem describing the three kinds of rocks and how they are formed, then present their creations for a class rock concert.
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Natural Dyeing with Plants - Scientific Method

For Teachers 5th - 7th
Learners study the components of scientific investigation by planning and carrying out an experiment in natural dyeing, seeing if different kinds of metal dye pots affect the color one gets from the same plant material.
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Positive Future Fair Project

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders view the film "Pay It Forward" and discuss what kind of public campaign is needed to move people to positive action. They consider different ways of presenting information (graphs, visual displays, etc.) as tools for...
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It's a Matter of Change

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
Students watch a video on matter and identify examples of solids, liquids and gases in the classroom. They discuss the attributes for each kind of matter and conduct an experiment to explore how matter can change form.
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Folklore and Culture

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders explore the four kinds of folklore in this seven lesson unit. Through reading a variety of legends, muths, fables, and folklores the concepts pf the lessons are synthesized byStudents.
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Being an Educated Consumer of Statistics

For Teachers 9th - Higher Ed
Young scholars examine kinds of data used to report statistics, and create their own statistical report based on any of the four sources of media information (Internet, newspaper, TV, magazine).
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We Can Dance

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders research the different kinds of dances Texans participate in. They try to dance the dances they have researched.
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Dealing with Disasters: Exploring a Cyclone Shelter

For Teachers 6th - 7th
Pupils participate in reading activities to discover what a cyclone is and how cyclones affect those parts of the world that they hit. They discuss what kind of shelter would be best to create in anticipation of a cyclone.
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ESL: Applying for a Job

For Teachers 12th
Twelfth graders practice job interview skills and discover what kinds of information they need to provide. They fill out job applications and discuss specific vocabulary terms.
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Packing for a Transcontinental Expedition

For Teachers 6th - 10th
Students investigate what kinds of supplies would be needed for a trans-continental expedition. They watch a video about the Lewis and Clark expedition, develop a list of supplies, create a graph, and compare/contrast their list with...
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Recipes for Happiness

For Teachers K - 2nd
Learners watch and discuss an episode of the PBS show, "Maya and Miguel," and discuss how to follow a recipe. They discuss the kinds of food made in the video, and help prepare and cook simple recipes of Mexican food.
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The Fox and the Goat

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students investigate characters' traits in a specific fable by noticing what they think, say, and do. They study key vocabulary and complete a vocabulary worksheet. They work in groups to discuss how you know if a person is kind.
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An Egg-cellent Osmosis Experiment

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers investigate the problem of osmosis by conducting an experiment. They use eggs with the shells dissolved to tell whether fluid can move across the membranes. The experiment provides high interest for all kinds of students...
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Concert Ettiquette

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students investigate the concept of social ettiquette. They complete exercises that are targeted at finding the right kind of behavior to display while performing in a concert setting. They make a list of the most desirable behaviors for...
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Fresh From The Farm

For Teachers 1st - 3rd
Students investigate the concept of a farmer's market and how it used in the community. They conduct a survey to find the kinds of produce grown to be sold in the market. The lesson plan includes extensive introductory information for...
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Creating and Reading a Pictograph

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders examine how data can be transferred into pictures on a pictograph. They analyze data on a graph about chewing gum, and create a pictograph that illustrates data about their preferences for the taste of bubble gum. ...
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Torn Paper Teddy Bears

For Teachers K - 1st
Students discuss different kinds of shapes with the teacher and the class. They identify ways that shapes can create pictures. Students create a teddy bear using torn paper. They identify their shapes by presenting their creations to...
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Making Picasso Faces

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders read stories about Picasso and see pictures of his work. Students brainstorm all the different kind os faces that one can make (clown, alien, etc...). They then get two pieces of drawing paper to make two different faces...

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