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Differing Expectations

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students examine the expectations that colonists had for lives prior to the revolution. In this colonial America lesson, students read primary documents that feature the perceptions of white men and minorities during the time period....
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Scraping the Barrel

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students examine how oil is created and its uses.  In this oil supplies lesson, students research the history of oil then create a timeline that charts the major ups and downs of the oil industry from when it began.
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Breaking News English: Big Ben

For Students 5th - 10th
In this Big Ben learning exercise, students read the article, answer true and false questions, complete synonym matching, complete phrase matching, complete a gap fill, answer short answer questions, answer discussion questions, write,...
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ESL/EFL Lesson - Impeach Tony Blair?

For Students 12th - Higher Ed
In this ESL/EFL reading comprehension lesson, students read an article entitled, "Impeach Tony Blair." They participate in discussion activities, debates, and answer a variety of question types based on their comprehension of the article.
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Europe (1815-1848)

For Students 8th - 12th
In this online interactive history worksheet, students respond to 10 short answer questions about Europe between 1815 and 1848. Students may check some of their answers on the interactive worksheet.
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Elements of Fables

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students explore the attributes of fables. In this literature lesson, students read several fables and identify the moral lesson, characterization, and figurative language in each. Students then retell their favorite fables in their own...
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Swing your Partner: The Basics of Square Dancing

For Teachers Pre-K - 6th
Learners perform square dancing steps. In this square dancing lesson, students view a video to learn the basic steps.  Learners discuss the history of the dance and perform with partners. 
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Conservation at a Crossroads Lesson 1: What Is Conservation and Why Does It Matter?

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explore the concept of conservation. In this conservation lesson, students read articles and primary documents about the Conservation Movement in the United States and compare the movement to today's environmental movements....
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Cartoons for the Classroom: Symbolism, Octopus

For Students 8th - 12th
In this current events worksheet, students analyze political cartoons regarding the symbolism of the octopus and respond to 3 talking point questions.
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Breaking News: Nissan to Make Future New York Taxis

For Teachers 3rd - 9th
Students explore current events by completing worksheet activities. In this transportation lesson, students read a news article discussing Nissan's new contract to create New York Taxis due to their improved fuel economy. Students answer...
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Simulating the Greenhouse Effect in a Terrarium

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students identify what factors effect global warming and how the greenhouse effect occurs.  In this environmental lesson students view videos then complete an experiment using a terrarium to observe greenhouse gas.
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Column Chromatography

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students research the mechanics of liquid chromatography. In this technology lesson, students calculate the concentration of unknown samples. They write a report about their research and lab results.
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Battery Charger

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explain how battery chargers work. In this physics lesson, students discuss the two main ways that vehicles get charged. They build their own battery charger.
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Tornado

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students study the classification system of tornadoes.  In this tornado lesson plan students make their own tornadoes in different mediums.
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Invertebrate Diversity

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Young scholars observe different animals with bilateral symmetry. In this biology instructional activity, students compare how these animals move. They discuss the evolutionary history of observed animals.
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Macroinvertebrate Report

For Students 5th
In this macroinvertebrates practice worksheet, 5th graders answer 8 questions about this type of animal. Students must also draw a diagram and label the parts of their macroinvertebrate.
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Global Warming and Hurricanes: Is an Increase in the Number of Stronger Hurricanes an Indicator of Global Warming

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders investigate whether stronger hurricanes are signs of global warming. In this environmental science instructional activity, 9th graders research both sides of the issue about global warming. They debate for or against this...
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The Greenhouse Effect and Me: How Do We Affect Each Other?

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders create a model of greenhouse effect in the lab. In this integrated science lesson, 9th graders investigate the different variables affecting this condition. They research about global warming and prepare a PowerPoint...
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Fishy Physics

For Teachers 4th - 9th
Students explore how fish are able to move easily from one depth to another in water.  In this fish instructional activity students create their own balloon fish. 
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Gandhi Lessons and His Legacy of Peace

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Gandhi's message of nonviolence and the practice of civil disobedience influenced people around the world.
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Ecosystem In A Bottle

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Ecosystem activities show how everyone and everything is interconnected. The smallest change can make a big impact.
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Oil Spill Lesson Plans

For Teachers 4th - 8th
With the recent oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico, now is a great time to educate students on issues related to oil.
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Fairy Tale Lessons Can Spice Up Language Arts Activities

For Teachers K - 4th
Fairy tales can be a motivating way to introduce students to a variety of topics, including literary analysis.
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Get Out, Get Active: Three Social Studies Activities Your Students Will Love

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
Three recommendations to help keep your students engaged via outdoors social studies activities.

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