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Investigating Haiti

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Young scholars engage in a lesson that is about the island of Haiti. They conduct research using a variety of resources. The information is used in order to help students locate the island on a map. They answer questions while...
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The Rooster Who Went to His Uncle's Wedding

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders read and discuss the story "The Rooster Who Went to His Uncle's Wedding" in the Scott Foresman series. They summarize the story. They understand the influence of Latin American Folktales. They complete a quiz on the story.
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Great Explorers

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Students research an explorer and present a multimedia presentation on the explorer. In this United States explorers lesson, students watch a video about Lewis and Clark. Students use Google Earth to study their journey and keep a KWL...
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Commercials...What Are They Saying?

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students identify how culture and experiences influence people's perceptions of places and regions. They list and apply the generalizations pulled from these observations.
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Development of the English Colonies

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students research one of the original 13 colonies using the included worksheet. They also record their findings on a poster board to use during a class presentation. Students then take notes on the presentations using the provided...
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Meeting the Needs of an Aging Population

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Learners examine population trends and predict how the age of the majority of Canadians will change 15 years from now in various geographic areas. They will gather statistical evidence that supports their projection. Learners will then...
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Geological Forces and Topography

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students discuss and research the Earth's geological processes. In this geology lesson plan, students study maps of Utah and the United States to learn about geological features. Students then complete the research cards for each area of...
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Preventing Forest Fires

For Teachers 11th
Eleventh graders examine how forest fires burn depending on the slope, tree density, and forest arrangement.  In this Environmental activity, 11th graders observe and record different burn patterns.  Students analyze contemporary fires...
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Treasures of Ancient Egypt

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students explore Ancient Egypt by learning about the after life, observing and discussing pictures of mummies, making jewelry, and more. In this Ancient Egypt lesson plan, students complete these activities in class and at a museum.
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New: Around the World

For Teachers 1st
First graders identify and demonstrate how symbols and models are used to represent features of the environment. They use a map and a globe to label where the students in the book came from, point out the continent, and show which ocean...
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War on Waste

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students take a closer look at food waste. In this global studies lesson, students perform a waste audit at their school and institute a lunchbox challenge to reduce food waste. Students may also complete the extension activities.
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Environment: Going Places

For Teachers 1st
First graders learn directional words and apply this skill to map making. They record their steps on paper.
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Get Ready for the Great Outdoors!

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
Young scholars discuss what is a map and what they already know about maps. They brainstorm together to compile a list of responses for the board and observe a map of the United States, including states, capitals, and some of the...
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Arts Now Learning: Musical Geography [Pdf]

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
In this lesson, students listen to and perform chanted text, then explore how parts of the chant can be linked to geographic features on a map.