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Reindeer Herders

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Learners examine the life of of nomadic herders in Siberia. They read and discuss an article and maps from National Geographic, identify threats to this way of life, and write a letter to the Russian government identifying ways to...
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The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders demonstrate the ability to process and evaluate content from a variety of sources and apply comprehension skills to the material read. They organize information for practical use and design and develop an informational...
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Are You Thirsty? The Effects of Pollution on Drinking Water

For Teachers 6th - 8th Standards
Discuss the availability of clean, plentiful water and the causes of water pollution. In groups, sixth graders discuss problem-solving methods for keeping water clean. They explore the function of water treatment plants and perform...
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Globe Skills Lesson 5

For Students 6th - 11th
In this map skills learning exercise, learners read a text selection about locations during the American Revolution and then respond to 8 fill in the blank questions.
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Thanksgiving Mourning

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students examine the way diverse groups can perceive a shared experience in a dramatically different light.  Students read commentary written by Native American writers and find examples of different points of view.  Students...
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Using Details From the Text To Identify Cause and Effect

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Students word in groups to come up with cause and effect situations based on texts they are reading. In this cause and effect lesson plan, students record these in their literary response journals.
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Draw your Conclusions

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students analyze data from a student discussion website and write a report on the outcome of an investigation regarding their local water quality. As part of a larger unit students then post the summary of their investigation on the...
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Cats, Cats, and More Cats!

For Students 3rd - 4th
In this humane education worksheet, learners read the word problems, find the total number of kittens born in one year because of one unspayed female cat, and draw a conclusion about the importance of prevention methods. Students solve...
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Reflections on Poetry Readings

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders design and compile a booklet of published and original poems reflective of a specific theme.
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But We Need More, Where Will It Come From?

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Young scholars write a persuasive letter and create a poster about pollution and conservation. In this pollution and conservation lesson plan, students learn how humans are the number 1 cause of pollution.
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The Tale of Despereauz

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders read text and draw inferences or conclusions about the text. In this reading lesson, 4th graders discuss their opinions on what was read and state why they think that way to a partner.
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Background on Mongol History and Society

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students discuss the impact of the Mongols on history. In groups, they read a different component to the relationship between the Mongols and Han. They summarize what they have read, identify any questions they have and develop their...
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INTRODUCTION AND WEEK ONE

For Teachers 11th
Eleventh graders use a variety of resources to research and compile information on the Underground Railroad. They work in small groups and individually, to discuss and exchange ideas as they construct the exhibit that they display in...
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Geography Skills

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars practice their geography skills. In this geography skills lesson, students locate, plot, and label places on maps and globes.
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"Julie of the Wolves"

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders research life in Alaska and compare life there to their lives in this instructional activity. They read "Julie of the Wolves." They research through the novel and other reference books facts about the Alaskan climate and...
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The Conditions of Today

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students demonstrate their ability to use the library to research into current working conditions for the American worker. They identify connections and compare findings about contemporary conditions and the in-class readings of The...
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Daniel's Story Study Guide

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students explore the plight of Jews during the Holocaust. In this World War II lesson, students read Daniel's Story by Carol Matas and complete the provided comprehension, characterization, and vocabulary activities.
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Cumulative Frequency

For Students 6th - 7th
In these word frequency worksheets, students choose a page from a newspaper and count the number of letters in each word and complete their results in a table. Students then calculate the mean number of letters. Students then collect...
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Life Cycle of a Frog

For Teachers Pre-K - K
Students investigate the life cycle of a frog. In this biology lesson, students read the book From Tadpole to Frog and use templates to identify the stages of the frog life cycle. Students draw the life cycle of the frog on construction...
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My Family and Me

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
Students discuss the family unit and compare it to an ant colony.  In this family lesson, students draw their family and extended family and talk about their jobs and family roles. They compare this to an ant colony and observe the work...
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Cause and Effect SDAIE Lesson

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders read two Mexican folktales and discuss cause and effect. They draw a cause and effect relationship from one of the stories.
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Greek Golden Age

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders study the Greek Golden Age. In this ancient Greece lesson, 6th graders explore a virtual Greek theater and complete reading, writing, and drawing activities in classroom learning stations.
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The Lake Champlain Highway

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders read and color “Boats, Boats, Boats on Lake Champlain.”  In this US History lesson, 9th graders listen to more detailed descriptions of the history of boating on Lake Champlain.  Students draw a picture of a boat used today.
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T-Shirt Glyph

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students create a glyph (a symbol or icon) that represents who they are, and read the glyphs of others to explain the glyphs' data.

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