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- 3rd - 5th
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Students explore the cave described in Mark Twain's famous novel, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer. They read a passage from the book and explore how the cave has been used throughout history. Full Review »
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- 6th
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Students discover 16th century England through Mark Twains novel The Prince and the Pauper. They read, discuss, analyze and respond in writing to the story and finally view the motion picture. Full Review »
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- 6th
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Students read "The Prince and The Pauper" and watch the motion picture. They answer comprehension questions and examine cause and effect, sequence and characters' behavior. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students examine the structure and characterization in the short story and consider the significance of humor in some of Mark Twain's pieces. The use of dialect and the framing of the comic protagonist is noted in this lesson. Full Review »
- Grade Range
- 9th - 12th
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Students examine Mark Twain's "The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County." They study it's literary elements and discuss the purposes and significance of literary humor. They write a news report of the events of the story. Full Review »
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- 7th - 12th
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Students examine how Mark Twain and current comedians use the power of everyday observation as their inspiration. They develop a list of what they see on their route home from school, write a short passage using their list as a source of humor, and complete a handout. Full Review »
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- 9th - 11th
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Students research the lives of Mark Twain and Will Rogers. They watch videos and research websites to find information and compile examples of each man's writings which they present to the class. Full Review »
- Grade Range
- 6th - 8th
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Students create informative web pages based upon research of Mark Twain and American history from 1851 to 1901. The lesson is intended for a middle-level social studies classroom and integrates educational technology skills effectively. Full Review »
- Grade Range
- 9th - 12th
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Students examine structure and characterization in the short story and consider the significance of humor through a study of Mark Twain's "The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County." Full Review »
- Grade Range
- 7th - 8th
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Students develop computer skills, browse Internet in order to answer scavenger hunt questions related to Mark Twain, and research an important literary figure they are studying. Full Review »
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