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Agamemnon Questions

For Students 9th - Higher Ed
In this reading comprehension worksheet, students respond to 5 short answer and essay questions based on Agamemnon by Aeschylus.
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How's Your Horoscope?

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Young scholars examine the concept of astrology. They compare their traits with those of standard astrological descriptions. They discuss their findings.
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I'll Build You A Rainbow

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders conduct a variety of experiments to explore types of light and the concept of refraction. They observe objects in water, use water and prisms to create rainbows and combine light filtered through colored cellophane to...
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The Ultimate Predator

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students already know that the most effective predator on earth today. They pay close attention, because after the teacher have finished lecturing, their assignment is to design a new "Ultimate Predator." Students present their...
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The Ultimate Predator

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Learners listen to a lecture by the teacher about the "Ultimate Predator." They design a new "Ultimate Predator." Students present their creations to the class and attempt to convince their classmates that their predator is indeed the...
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Passionate Pilgrims- Two Poets And A Painter

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students engage in a instructional activity that looks at the culture of Japan to isolate the practices of painting and writing in several different traditions. They conduct research about the lives of the artists using a variety of...
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Old Wives' Tale or Helpful Hint?

For Students 7th - 9th
In this scientific method learning exercise, students examine old wives' tales, conduct research, and design and experiment to test the tale.
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Northwest Coast Indian Raven Mask Lesson Plan

For Teachers 5th - 11th
Young scholars create raven masks. In this Northwest Coast Native American lesson, students design and create Kwakiutl-style hats that feature the shapes, animals, and colors used by the Northwest Native Americans.
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Northwest Coast Indian Lesson Plan

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Students create traditional hats. In this visual arts lesson plan, students design and create traditional hats that highlight animal features, line design, and geometric shapes in the style of the Kwakiutl.
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Power Figure Songye, Zaire

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Students create power figures. In this visual arts lesson, students design and build their own sculptures that replicate those made by the Songye in Zaire, Africa.
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An Introduction to Shamanism

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Students investigate Inuit customs. In this cultural traditions instructional activity, students read about religious customs of the Inuit including Shamanism. Students discuss the role of Shaman and create Inuktitut-English dictionaries...
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Cliff Notes for The Canterbury Tales: Essay Questions

For Students 9th
In this Canterbury Tales essay questions worksheet, 9th graders answer 5 comprehension questions about several different tales.
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Afterwards Questions

For Students 9th - Higher Ed
In this reading comprehension worksheet, students respond to 4 short answer and essay questions based on the poem "Afterwards," by Thomas Hardy.
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Shinto, Stones, and the Garden

For Teachers 1st - 5th
Students examine how Shinto and Buddhism are reflected in the Japanese art and life-style, especially as seen in the relationship people have with the land (gardens). This lesson is for the elementary classroom.
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Literature: It's a Mad, Mad Macbeth

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students determine how the themes expressed in Macbeth are also applicable to contemporary society. They complete a series of written assignments demonstrating their comprehension of theme, content, and interpretation of the play....
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911 As History

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students recognize persuasive techniques, think criticaly about the messages contained in various media, and discuss controversial issues in constructive ways. They analyze the deeper messages contained in children's literature, and...
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Proofreading Practice

For Students 6th
In this proofreading practice online activity, 6th graders retype three passages correcting errors in spelling, punctuation, capitalization, grammar and usage, with answers available.
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First Willett Math Club Contest

For Students 5th - 8th
In this word problems worksheet, students complete word problems involving combining outfits, probability, magic, and more. Students complete 5 problems.
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Animals in Art

For Teachers 1st - 5th
Students look at how animals are shown in literature and art as representing emotions, telling a story, or sending a message in this elementary school Language Arts and Visual Arts lesson.
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Cultural Anthropology Study Using the Fundamentals of Geography and GPS

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students, in groups, operate the GPS unit, plotting each head stone with accompanying description. Two other students to log in data that corresponds to the given points. One student to note general observations
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The Rulers of Sky And Earth

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners investigate how symbols of power, the dragon and the tiger, are portrayed in the art of China and Japan and compare and contrast this with the Western conception and portrayal of the dragon.
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DECODING BOROBUDUR

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Learners study the example of the spread of Buddhism in Southeast Asia, assess the possible meaning conveyed by Borobudur, explore how ideas travel and the process of syncretism, and appreciate how and why Salindra leaders in Java...
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Shadow Theater of the Mahabharata

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Learners explore the Hindu epic, Mahabharata, by creating Javanese shadow puppets and performing significant scenes from the story. They combine their artistic ability with their desire to learn an important aspect of the Southeast Asian...
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Nasco Color Sculpt Mask Making

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students study the various masks made in African, Japanese, and Ancient Egyptian cultures and discuss the funtion of these masks in each society. They create a mask from one of these cultures using a molding technique.