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The Hudson's Ups and Downs

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders practice interpreting line graphs of the Hudson River water levels to assess the tides and tidal cycles in the estuary. They explore how weather can affect water levels and tides and observe that high tides and low tides...
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What Caused the Great Depression?

For Teachers 10th
Analyze the many causes of major political, economic, and social developments during the 1920s and 1930s, with emphasis on the Great Depression. Read photographs from the 1920's and the 1930's, then write a brief explanation of what you...
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A Series of Intolerable Events

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders investigate the events that led to World War II. In this Holocaust lesson, 8th graders research primary and secondary sources about the events that led to the war. Students create PowerPoint presentations that provide...
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Propaganda, WWII, Ghetto‘s, and Analysis of Primary Resources

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers consider the implications of anti-Semitism. In this World War II lesson, students examine selected documents and images featuring the propaganda that promoted Jewish persecution. High schoolers write essays that highlight...
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Introduction to the Caribbean

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students examine the history and culture of Cuba, the Dominican Republic, and Puerto Rico. They conduct research on Christopher Columbus, create a quiz, watch a video about Cuba, and write an essay comparing and contrasting Puerto Rico...
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American Rhythms

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students combine elements of music with poetry.  In this creative writing lesson plan, students examine poems from a variety of authors with varying writing styles.  Students explore the different elements of poetry, including tone,...
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Helping Others

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students explore philanthropy. In this service learning instructional activity, students read The Seven Chinese Brothers, identify the elements of the story, and then go out in the world to help others by sharing their talents.
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Giving Generously

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students explore philanthropy. In this service learning instructional activity, students read Runaway Rice Cake, identify the elements of the story, and make rice cakes to share with others.
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Philanthropy Play

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students explore the concept of philanthropy. In this service learning instructional activity, students simulate and role play people involved in the act of helping others.
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Doing the Right Thing

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Learners consider the payoffs of doing the right thing. For this philanthropy lesson, students examine the virtue of courage in Jackie Robinson's life and in their own.
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Plants, Soil and Nutrients

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Young scholars conduct an experiment. They review how to use the scientific method to conduct an experiment with white carnations and food coloring. They create a hypothesis and test it to better understand how plants get nutrients,...
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The Roots of Religion: Teacher’s Guide

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students explore ancient cultures. In this ancient religions lesson, students study the civilizations of ancient Mesopotamia they watch "Garden of Eden" and discuss their impressions. Students then research Sumer and prepare...
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Social Activism in the United States

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders explore the goals of the Civil Rights Movement of the 1950s and 1960s.  In this US History lesson plan, 7th graders read a newspaper article that reported a significant event during this era.  Students write a summary of...
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Periodic Table of the Elements: Noble Gases

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers research how neon signs are made and design their own. In this periodic table lesson, students familiarize themselves with the noble gases on the periodic table. They watch a video, research how neon signs are made, and...
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Resolving Kennedy's Legacy

For Teachers 11th
Eleventh graders investigate the medical condition that plagued John F. Kennedy throughout his life.  In this US History lesson, 11th graders read and analyze uncovered documents in relation to Kennedy.  Students write a report on John...
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Notable Nebraskan Research and Student Presentations

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders explore notable Nebraska. In this lesson plan on the history of Nebraska, 4th graders will use primary sources to research people of events from Nebraska's history. Students will create a presentation to share their...
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Transcontinental Railroad Web Quest

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students examine aspects of the Transcontinental Railroad. In this Westward Expansion lesson, students conduct a web-quest in order to gather information about the Transcontinental Railroad. Students will use their information to analyze...
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A Day in the Life: Studying Ancient Rome

For Teachers 6th - 10th
Class members use their knowledge of Ancient Rome to write articles for an online newspaper. Using WebBlender, learners craft articles that feature Roman politics, culture, and leisure activities.
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Your Healthy Body

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders identify the food groups. In this nutrition lesson plan, 3rd graders examine the food pyramid and create a balanced diet plan. Students label a blank food pyramid outline.
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Food Label Fun

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders demonstrate how to read and analyze food labels. In this nutrition instructional activity, 3rd graders watch a food label video and investigate labels from various canned foods. Students create a chart showing the...
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Digging Deeper

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders write a report. In this research lesson, 5th graders work in groups to complete an Internet scavenger hunt. Students research an area of health related to nutrition or exercise, write a report and present their report to...
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Hear No Evil

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students explore the function of the ears. In this sense of hearing lesson, students read the book Polar Bear, Polar Bear What Do You Hear and discuss the things the Polar Bear heard. Students construct simple musical instruments and use...
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What's the Real Story?

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders investigate tall tales. In this literature instructional activity, 2nd graders complete a story element worksheet based upon the tall tale of Paul Bunyan. Students create a PowerPoint presentation about a tall tale.
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Got a Problem? Let's Solve It! Lesson 1:

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Learners investigate how problem solving skills contribute to philanthropy. For this animal welfare lesson, students use problem solving skills to make suggestions about how to solve an issue regarding the humane treatment of an animal.

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