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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Christopher Columbus: The Man, the Myth, the Legend

For Teachers K
Learn more about maps by examining Christopher Columbus's voyage to the New World. Kindergartners will learn about basic map skills and how to identify the compass rose, oceans, and land masses. They will also discover the purpose of...
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Vocabulary Multiple Choice. Worksheet 21

For Students 11th - 12th
In this vocabulary worksheet, learners choose from four words with similar meanings to complete each of eight sentences. The worksheet is intended to be used with English language learners.
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Lesson Plan
Agriculture in the Classroom

Pumpkins... Not Just For Halloween

For Teachers 3rd - 5th Standards
Celebrate fall with four pumpkin themed hands-on activities! After learning about pumpkins, scholars complete two activity sheets that reinforce estimation and word problems. They then plant pumpkin seeds and bake a pie in a bag.   
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PPT
Urbana School District

Magnetism

For Teachers 11th - Higher Ed
The compass was first used in 206 B.C., but we didn't discover magnetic poles until 1263 A.D. Presentation begins with the history of magnetism before continuing on to magnetic fields, magnetic forces, electromagnets, currents,...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

If You Lived at the Time of the Civil War.

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Students investigate major characters of history that are represented in children's literature. They conduct research using a variety of resources and each character is put into a class book as a presentation. The character includes a...
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Interactive
Curated OER

English Vocabulary Skills: AWL Sublist 4 - Exercise 2a

For Students 9th - 12th
In this online interactive English vocabulary skills worksheet, students answer 10 matching questions which require them to fill in the blanks in 10 sentences. Students may submit their answers to be scored.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

The Underground Railroad

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers write about the impact of the Underground Railroad. They examine primary documents as they conduct independent research to explore the role of the Underground Railroad during the fight for abolition. They compose essays...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

A Nation Divided: Why Couldn't They Just Get Along?

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders examine both perspectives of the Civil War as related to the differing economies. In this nation divided lesson, 4th graders view primary sources, examine paper money and a political chart, and review recruitment posters. 
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Pleistocene Mammals

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Students research the causes of the extinction of Pleistocene mammals.  In this Pleistocene mammals lesson, students read essays to understand the Pleistocene epoch. Students write an essay about the personal impact of this epoch. 
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Wisconsin

For Students 4th
In this Wisconsin state history instructional activity, 4th graders read two pages of information about Wisconsin then complete 10 true and false questions.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Paving the Road to the Constitution

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders argue for or against the ratification of the U.S. Constitution. In this U.S. government lesson, 8th graders complete four activities that encourage them to examine the strengths and weaknesses of the Articles of...
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Climate Change in Canada

For Students 5th - 6th
In this Canada worksheet, students read a 6 page detailed informational text about climate change in Canada. Students then complete 10 essay/short answer questions.
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Alaska

For Students 4th - 5th
In this Alaska worksheet, students complete 6 pages of readings and questions about the state of Alaska. Included are general facts, First Nation groups, European arrival, industry and people. Each page has a short text and 6 multiple...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Cacao Tree Geography

For Teachers K - 3rd
Learners use a map to learn about where chocolate comes from. In this lesson on the cacao tree, students locate various regions where the cacao tree grows. They will discuss why the cacao tree grows more favorably in particular climates...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Abolishing Slavery

For Teachers 4th - 11th
Students explain the goals and methods of the abolitionist movement. They identify key leaders in the movement. This lesson has adaptations for elementary through high school. Links are provided for resource readings.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Emotion Masks

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students analyze and discuss masks of different cultures as an art form to evoke emotion. This lesson culminates in the creation of individual mask designs and self-directed assessment (included).
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Human Evolution

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students recognize that achievements of human beings throughout human history can be considered part of the ongoing story of human evolution. They research settings such as the biosphere and Mars and write imaginative short stories using...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Tornado Alley-- Night of the Twisters

For Teachers 4th - 5th
In this science and geography worksheet, learners read 2 pages of background information about Tornado Alley which may help them understand Night of the Twisters by Ivy Ruckman.
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Vermont History True / False

For Students 4th - 5th
In this Vermont history worksheet, students read two and a half pages of information about Vermont history. After reading, students complete 10 true or false questions about what they read.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Dinosaurs In Argentina

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students study the fossils in Argentina and why it is a good place to find them.  In this dinosaurs lesson students learn about the recent dinosaur excavations. 
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Eighth Grade Social Studies Test

For Students 8th
For this Georgia social studies assessment worksheet, 8th graders respond to 30 multiple choice questions based on 8th grade social studies skills. 
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Hispanic World - Lesson Six

For Teachers 6th - 10th
Students explore a Spanish speaking country and compare their research to their initial expectations and biases regarding the Hispanic culture. They share their findings with the class.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Pumpkins . . . Not Just Part of Halloween

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students study the pumpkin. In this pumpkin lesson, students participate in different activities that explain the history of pumpkins and how pumpkins develop and grow, read "The Great Pumpkin Story" and answer comprehensive questions...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Shake, Rattle, and Roll: Mt. St. Helens - Lesson Plan 2

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students compile information on volcanic activity at Mount St. Helens.  In this earth science instructional activity, students use the information they gathered on Mount St. Helens to answer questions and create charts in Excel.  Then...