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Animals of China and in Asia

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
Students write an animal report. In this research lesson, students use varied reference materials to find information about animals that live in China and Asia. They write a report about an animal and complete extension activities such...
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Re-Searching

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students take a closer look at the research cycle. In this journalism activity, students discover and practice Internet searching skills. Students use the search techniques discussed to locate information on selected topics. 
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How Do I Find Out More About...?

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders interpret historical evidence presented in primary and secondary resources. In this Era of Good Feelings lesson, 8th graders research historical figures of the Antebellum Period. Students use their findings to create...
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Henry David Thoreau's Philosophy

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students research and report on the life and times of Henry David Thoreau. In this Thoreau research lesson, students visit the given website and freewrite about Thoreau's life and home. Students work in groups to research and report on...
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Other Countries

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students select a country and conduct research on the culture, population, geography, and government of their country. They conduct research using the Internet and a variety of resource books, and write and publish a report that...
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Native American Cultures for Grades 4-5

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Students investigate Native American culture by researching the Internet.  In this U.S. History lesson, students read online field reports about exploration and the history of Native Americans in the United States.  Students create a...
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Let's Go Fly a Kite!

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students research and report on aspects of kites. They research the history of kites, the types, and building and flying kites. They use software that enables them to create a graphic organizer and then they create booklets with word...
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Current Events Research

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Students use one newspaper article and the internet to research their current event. Using the information, they write a summary and create a PowerPoint presention. To end the lesson, they share their research with the class and discuss.
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Where I Come From

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students discuss the countries and cultures that are part of their family history. They research the country their family "came from" and write a report.
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Multimedia Book Reports

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students read a chapter book of 100-200 pages in length. They create a story map and multimedia book report. Pupils review the elements of a story map such as: characters, setting, problem, important events, solution, etc.) Students...
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It's Up In the Air

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students examine a variety of tools that are used to collect scientific data. They conduct an experiment that reveals what type of particles is in the air at their school. Students report on their findings.
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The Tibet Question

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students examine the history or relations between China and Tibet. In this research skills lesson, students investigate the relationship between Tibet and China as they explore provided Internet links. Students write position papers and...
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The Study of Life

For Students 6th - 8th
In this scientific research worksheet, students will complete a chart by determining if the statements given are examples of quantitative research or descriptive research. Then students will fill in the blank of 8 statements about the...
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Report Writing

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Students choose Native American tribe to research, develop ideas for five paragraph report, find information about chosen tribe's history and culture, compare historical life of tribe with contemporary aspects of tribal life today, and...
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Old Wives' Tale or Helpful Hint?

For Students 7th - 9th
In this scientific method worksheet, students examine old wives' tales, conduct research, and design and experiment to test the tale.
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Library Guide to the States

For Teachers 6th
Students use a library research activity to research the fifty United States. In this library research lesson, students complete a unit of lessons where they research and study the fifty states in the United States. Students research the...
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Wax Museum

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders put their research skills to work. In this Revolutionary War lesson, 6th graders research a famous figure from that era. Students use the information gathered to prepare for a wax museum experience.
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Reading Rainbow Book Review

For Teachers 1st - 4th
Young scholars watch a "Reading Rainbow" video including the short book reviews that are always shown during each video. They read a book fo their choice and do an oral book report similar to those from Reading Rainbow.
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Live from Channel 22

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explore 1920s America. In this American history instructional activity, students research primary and secondary sources in order to examine the events and noteworthy people of the time period. Students use their...
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First Nations Contributions

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders investigate the 6 nations of the First Nations. In this native studies lesson, 8th graders research the 6 nations in the confederacy and their contributions to society. Students create displays featuring the their findings...
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Role Models - Grade 8

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders research Elders as role models. In this native studies lesson, 8th graders select Elders of the First Nations and research their contributions to society. Students create posters featuring the their findings and present...
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Pablo Picasso

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders research Pablo Picasso and apply what they know in a created piece of artwork. They create artwork out of geometric shapes such as triangles, rectangles and circles. They access the Internet to research Picasso and complete...
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Dude, You Gotta Move

For Students 5th - 10th
In this biomes learning exercise, students create a project about biomes after completing online research with websites given. Students complete 4 steps in completing their project.
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Wales

For Teachers 6th - 7th
Students investigate Wales. In this Wales activity, students do Internet research for facts about Wales. Students are given a list sentences about Wales and decide if they are true or false. Students listen to an audio file and take notes. 

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