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War and Religion
Students analyze perspectives of war. In this war and religion lesson, students collaborate to research anti-war and pacifist positions on war as well as "just war" theory. Students compose essays regarding perspectives of war.
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Influenza Virus: A tiny moving target
Students investigate the structure and adaptability of viruses. In this viral diseases instructional activity, students play a game to introduce viruses and disease. They conduct computer research and complete interactive activities to...
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Cold and Flus
Students investigate the difference between viral and bacterial illnesses. In this health lesson, students learn the symptoms of each and examine ways to prevent spreading virusus and bacteria.
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Germs: Grades 3-5
Learners investigate personal health issues by discussing germs. In this contagious disease lesson plan, students identify ways germs infect our bodies and how we can best protect ourselves. Learners discuss food preparation and safety...
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War and Religion
Students examine world conflicts. In this War on Terrorism lesson, students investigate the criteria of just wars and then determine whether the War on Terrorism fits into the category.
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Australia
Students enhance their knowledge about the history of Australia. In this World History lesson, students engage in a teacher-led classroom discussion about Australia's history, then write a journal depicting the events that stood out to...
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In the Company of Whales
Students examine whales and how they migrate. In this whale lesson students research whales and their migration patterns.
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Meal Planning
Students study the nutrients found in foods and the food pyramid. In this investigative lesson students will plan a seven day menu built around the food pyramid.
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A Forum on Racism
Twelfth graders compare and contrast the work of Malcolm X and Martin Luther King, Jr. In this racism lesson, 12th graders read The Autobiography of Malcolm X and discuss how Malcolm X and Martin Luther King, Jr. approached ending racism.
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The Role of Amyloid in Alzheimer's Disease
Students explore amyloid proteins through a series of experiments. In this biology instructional activity, students explain the causes of Alzheimer's disease. They identify common symptoms related to this condition.
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Human Papillomavirus: Investigating the Prevention, Transmission, and Treatments of a Viral Infection
Tenth graders explore the different health risks associated with human papillomavirus. In this health science lesson, 10th graders identify different ways to prevent viral and bacterial infection. They research and develop an awareness...
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Launch Biotechnology into Your Classroom: Drug Delivery and Diffusion
Students distinguish between diffusion and osmosis and describe ways that drugs can be administered. In this diffusion lesson students research career paths and create a presentation to give to the class.