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Breaking News: Syria Protests Getting Bigger (April 16th, 2011)

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
Students explore current events by participating in several worksheet style activities. In this Syrian protest lesson plan, students read a news article discussing the Syrian uprising that took place in April of 2011. Students complete...
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Timely Technologies

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders explain how society influences the type of technology developed. In this science lesson, 2nd graders research about a topic they chose from the given list. They develop a creative presentation about it such as a play,...
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Using Mathematics to Explain the Spread of Diseases

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students use statistics to solve problems based on the spread of disease.  In this disease lesson students study the role that viruses and bacteria play in the spread of diseases and explain pandemics. 
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Balance of (Nuclear) Power

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Learners research the 11 nations that are either known or suspected to have nuclear weapons. They draft treaties to effect nuclear non-proliferation or disarmament among these 11 countries.
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First Amendment Guarantee of Free Speech (Senior, Social Studies)

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners receive a list of banned books from which they choose one to read. They read their chosen book and write a paper that includes a discussion of the First Amendment and its guarantees and the reason(s) why they believe their book...
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Japanese Poetry: Tanka? You're Welcome!

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explore the structure and content of the Tanka form and to arrive at a definition of the structure in English. They analyze a tanka to determine its structure and intent and compose two Tanka; one in traditional form and one...
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Landscaping and Urban Forestry - Lesson 4 (Grades 5-6)

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Young scholars discuss reasons to plant trees and the best locations for cooling. They analyze two homes identifying types and locations of trees, and location of the central air conditioners. The benefits of shade, the process of...
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Energy Eccentricity

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Young scholars assess their own energy use to help develop an awareness of the different types of natural resources affected by consumers. Their calculations show them how much they are personally impacting the Earth. Very meaningful and...
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Smart Consumers, Smart Choices

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students see what it means to be a smart consumer by engaging in a level-headed analysis of budget, opportunity costs and self-regulation. They compare prices within a service field, and weigh the choices of spending money on that item.
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Analyze This

For Teachers Higher Ed
Students gain practice in the analysis of various types of graphs common in daily life. These examples often use graphic images like charts, graphs, tables, and pictures to supplement learning.
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What is Entrepreneurship?

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders describe the entrepreneurial process and how it relates to the economy. They work together in small groups to answer questions and participate in small business groups. They use the internet to gather information as well.
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Creating the Future

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students work together to develop and write scenerios for the future of hazardous waste cleanup. They share their scenerios with the class. They complete activities as well.
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Grappling with Trade-Offs

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students are divided into groups representing different departments of the United States government. They identify the goals and needs of their department. They present their information to the class and answers comprehension questions.
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Community Problem Solving

For Teachers 5th - 9th
Students use community problem solving to solve a littering problem in the community of San Carlos. Students use a Role Play Description to learn this process.
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Renewable Energy and

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students identify and explore renewable energy options and then research, develop and install a renewable energy system in their school or community. Students identify the use of renewable energy sources in the north, demonstrate their...
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Export-Import Game

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students recognize how international trade affects them as consumers and become familiar with basic agricultural crops grown in Kentucky. They identify items used in their daily lives and .heir place of origin and examine export/import...
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The Coffee and Conservation Connection

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explore the connection between low cost coffee and wildlife conservation. Students working in groups devise a marketing campaign for a new brand of coffee, grown in a less environmentally damaging way.
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Wet World in Danger

For Teachers K - 3rd
Students determine
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Parenting Readiness

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students identify parenting styles, including positive guidance techniques that help children develop positive self-concepts, self-management, and responsibility. They emphasize the differences between and the importance of motherhood...
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Mass Production Using an Assembly Line

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders examine the industrial revolution. In this industrialization lesson, 5th graders explore the concept of mass production via the assembly line. They then create an assembly line which demonstrates its costs and benefits...
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What Makes a Home "Energy Efficient"?

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students research and report the costs and benefits of making their own homes more energy efficient. In this energy conservation lesson, students explore energy efficient technologies and design over several days. They complete a home...
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The Gerund or Infinitive after the Verb 2

For Students 4th - 6th
In this verbs in sentences worksheet, students fill in the blanks to complete sentences using the gerund or infinitive after the highlighted verb and then categorize the verbs in lists. Students write 30 answers.
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"Let's Make Some Money"

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students complete a project about economics, supply, and advertising. In this advertising instructional activity, students discuss how money is made, entrepreneurs, and advertising. They make their own business with toys to sell to...
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Oil and the Environment

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Young scholars present information regarding oil and how it affects the environment. In this environmental awareness lesson, students work in groups to write a paper, create a PowerPoint, and put together a poster about their specific...

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