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The Search for the Northwest Passage

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Third graders listen to lectures and research the motivations and history of the Spanish, French and English explorers searching for the Northwest Passage to India. They trace routes on maps and consider how these explorers helped shaped...
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Jeopardy Review for WWII

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers participate in a Jeopardy-style review game for a quiz on WWII. They divide into teams, choose team captains and answer a variety of questions pertaining to the study of WWII.
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The Turn of the Nineteenth Century: Lifestyles and Cultures

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Student reflect on the differences between the life of children in the early nineteenth century and their lives in the present. They demonstrate these differences by creating a drawing of "then and now." In addition, they create a...
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Breaking News English: Mediterranean Diets Keep You Happier

For Students 5th - 10th
In this English worksheet, students read "Mediterranean Diets Keep You Happier," and then respond to 1 essay, 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.
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Breaking News English: UN Suspends International Trade in Caviar

For Students 5th - 10th
For this English worksheet, students read "UN Suspends International Trade in Caviar," and then respond to 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.
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The Great Hungarian Toxic Disaster

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders examine the the toxic spill in Hungary. In this Hungarian instructional activity, 9th graders read an article and answer guided questions. Students write an email to their teacher explaining the causes and effects of the...
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A Crisis of Greek Proportions

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students evaluate a short article on the economic situation in Greece.  In this ESL lesson, students read an article as a class, then complete several activities that reinforce their reading, including a vocabulary assignment, a class...
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Scientists and Inventors

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders investigate scientists and inventors. In this science lesson, 4th graders discuss inventors and scientists. Students research their chosen inventor or scientists and write a report about that person.
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Colonial Settlement and Environmental Problems

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students work together to develop a chart showing the relationship between the settlement of the United States and environmental problems. Using this information, they identify the human activities responsible for damaging the...
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Discoverers and Explorers

For Students 4th - 5th
In this discoverers and explorers worksheet, students read short paragraphs about Christopher Columbus, Magellan, Sir Francis Drake and Walter Raleigh.
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Lesson Three: The History of Christmas Trees, Part Three

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students explore the influence of different beliefs and customs on seasonal celebrations by recognizing their historic development. They develop an awareness that traditions and customs are influenced by different environments.
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"Getting to Know You": Discovering the Role of MPs in Canada and the Netherlands

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students learn the role of Canada's MPs compared to that of the Netherlands using a partnered school program.
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Bosnia, Serbia

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Learners read and discuss an article about the geographical and political history of Bosnia. They examine recent conflicts, discuss tension between various ethnic and religious groups and review timelines and maps.
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The Euro Quiz

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Learners read and discuss a news story "Government to say if UK will Join Euro." They take a Euro Quiz, or produce a TV quiz show using the questions. Alternatively students may write a report on the Euro or perform research to learn...
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Visit The Orchard

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Students investigate the technology that is used to harvest apples as a crop. They look at examples of past and present machines. The information is used as inspiration for creating their own device to pick and harvest apples for mass...
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Year 2004 Quiz

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars are able to use computers and answer questions about the years 2000-2004. They click on the globe at the end for the answers. Students can use this opportunity to delve into the topics in more detail and give more...
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Exploring Explorers

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders illustrate the routes taken by different explorers on a world map. They explain the need for the different exploration voyages. Students explore the web for information that may contain different points of view or...
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Discuss Ethical Issues 2

For Students 11th - Higher Ed
In this language arts worksheet, students practice oral discussion skills by participating in a group or partner activity. Students choose one of 15 ethical questions and discuss it. Note: Some subjects are most suitable for adults; some...
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Breaking News English: Paul McCartney's Beijing Olympics Boycott

For Students 5th - 10th
In this English learning exercise, students read "Paul McCartney's Beijing Olympics Boycott," and then respond to 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.
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Homeschooling Chronicles - Teaching a Foreign Language

For Teachers All
Foreign languages can enrich curriculum. Learning another language help students practice grammar skills and broaden their horizons.
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Albert Schweitzer: Darkness And Light

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Learners view a documentary which examines the life and work of Albert Schweitzer. Specifically, it explores the controversy surrounding Schweitzer. Darkness and Light would be useful for classes on World History, African History and...
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Tom Jones Part III

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students explore Tom Jones.
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Proverbs

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students examine the origins of proverbs and examine several examples. Then they create their own collection of existing proverbs. Later they write their own original ones and share with the class.
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LABOR UNIONS IN THE 21ST CENTURY

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students define and discuss labor unions in the United States. They compare and contrast labor unions in the United States and labor unions in Europe and Japan.

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