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Author’s Purpose
In this literary elements worksheet, students respond to 18 short answer and multiple choice questions regarding the author's purpose in "A World Made Beautiful by Dzine."
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Dame Ellen MacArthur
In this Ellen MacArthur worksheet, students read about the life of the yachtswoman, then complete a variety of comprehension activities. An answer key is included.
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Rainbow Friends
First graders recognize the colors of a rainbow. They explain the uniqueness of each person in the classroom. They work cooperatively with one another.
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Philanthro What?
Learners discuss what it means to be a philanthropist and how important philanthropists are to the community. They discuss the tradition involved in philanthropy and create a show and tell "Philanthropy Teaching Quilt" using the various...
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Colors and Trouble
Students discuss what it would be like if there weren't enough resources by reading " The Land of Many Colors." In this tolerance lesson, students identify the differences between tolerant and intolerant behavior. Student volunteers try...
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Make a Statement
Fifth graders make a statement about their position on the Revolutionary War using various means of expression. One half of students remain loyal to England and the other half want a revolution for independence. They express themselves...
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What Will We Become?
Young scholars create an action plan based upon the results of the School Climate Survey. They implement the plan as demonstrated by a daily log of activity. They complete group and individual reflection and evaluation activities.
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Using Artwork to Develop Personal Narratives
Students use a work or art as a springboard to a personal narrative or descriptive writing. They represent an idea in an artistic product which connects to composition.
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Partner Poetry
Students interview each other to get to know one another better. They discuss hobbies, achievements, sports, and music. Then they each write a poem about their partner.
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Tony Bennett VH1 Storytellers for VH1 Save the Music
Young scholars explore what messages lyrics give to their listeners. They use music from Tony Bennett and the Backstreet Boys.
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Structures Slide Show
Fourth graders investigate basic plant anatomy. They create an effective slide show showing the plant anatomy and life process of a plant of their choice. Students use PowerPoint to create their presentations.
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Technology: The Digital Classroom
Students discover how to integrate file management systems on Web servers into the classroom. In addition to maintaining digital portfolios, they develop various Internet functions such as authoring directly onto an Internet domain.
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Superhero Comic Strip Using Greek and Latin Roots
Students create comic strips in groups and explain to the class the Latin and Greek roots of their superhero names. For this Latin and Greek root lesson plan, students get into groups and come up with superhero characters to integrate...
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California Association for the Gifted & Talented: Home
CAG is an organization composed of "parents, educators, and community members" who wish to promote the needs and development of gifted children. The site provides information on grants and scholarships, access to the organization's...
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Pbs Learning Media: Arthur: Tv Star
Help young scholars celebrate their talents by creating their own television special.
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Macomb Intermediate School District: Gifted Children
Part of a Michigan school site, this page offers several definitions of giftedness, lists characteristics and behaviors of gifted students, and confirms ways of addressing their special needs.