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Tall Tales

For Teachers 1st - 5th
Students are provided with an opportunity to explore not only the interface but also the variety of scenery and objects available on the program. Younger students may require additional teacher assistance during the computer activity.
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Home of the Brave

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Pupils use various types of people and the special places they each call home. They discover houses, like the world, are always changing. Students start out by brainstorming what was the one thing that made a house a home. They were read...
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Reading the Biography

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
Students explore the lives of famous Americans. In this biography lesson, students read biographies about famous Americans and keep reading journals as they read about setting, main events, and character sketches.
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Taming the Wild Aurochs

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders assess the development of animal husbandry, outline it in detail as well as arrange the steps in sequential order. In addition, they discuss how certain animals came to be domesticated, concentrate to research on one of...
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From Lake to Lake

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders investigate the formation of the Great Salt Lake. They conduct research using a variety of resources. The information is used to construct a timeline of the history. Each phase of history should include facts and...
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Whales

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
Students study the history of whales. In this whale lesson plan, students research two types of whales, color a tile, and write a one page paper. The tiles may be combined to make a group picture.
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Lesson Plan 2--3000 B.C. to 2000 A.D.?

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students, in groups, study the different writing systems from 3000 B.C. to 2000 A.D.
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Cubism

For Teachers 4th - 8th
A study of Cubism and self expression can go hand in hand.
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It's About Time

For Teachers 4th - 8th
In collaborative teams, students create individual autobiographical presentations that help them investigate their historical background. As they collaborate and create their projects they discuss and come to realize how current...
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Tocobaga Indians of Tampa Bay

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Students identify characteristics of the Tocobaga Indian tribe, compare and contrast this tribe to other Florida tribes, and explain why the Tocobaga tribe became extinct.
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Celebrating Thanksgiving in the Classroom

For Teachers 2nd - 6th
A Thanksgiving themed project can be a fun and educational way to celebrate the holiday season.
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Children in Change

For Teachers 4th - 8th Standards
While children may not have the opportunity to directly affect the changes happening in their family life, help them develop necessary coping skills for expressing their emotions and dealing with those changes.
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Shakespeare & The Renaissance: Activity Ideas

For Teachers 3rd - 12th Standards
Looking for ways to implement the words and works of William Shakespeare into your curriculum? This list of activity ideas is a great starting point, as it covers a wide range of grade levels and a wealth of online references to explore.
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Parking Pass

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students look at the rights and laws created to assist individuals with physical disabilities.  In this lesson on fair treatment for all, students discuss symbols that related to people with disabilities. They create a new parking...
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A Creative Way of Reporting on Books

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
By using creative ways to complete book reports, like using cereal boxes, you can motivate students.
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China: How to Put Some "Tang" in Your Medieval Dynasties

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders label the countries that border China and the physical features of Asia. They discuss the physical features of Asia and label them on the other map.
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Spice It Up!

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students analyze visual artifacts from Asian descent and follow the path of famous explorers on the Silk Road. In this Asian artifacts lesson plan, students use their senses to explore and grind spices using a mortar and pestle.
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Celebrating the Individuals in Our Community

For Teachers 4th - 12th
Students research, write and publish a biography on a community member. They interview the community member, collect and scan photos, produce and edit text and use software to puslish an online book.
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Would you fit in with the Cherokees?

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Students use this activity as an introduction to the unit on Cherokee Native Americans. They discuss and research Cherokee dress and homes and identify difference between the Cherokee and the individuals in the class.
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President's Webquest

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students work with a partner to research factual information about their president and significant events in their president's life and term in office. They research the most important historical event during their president's term in...
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Birmingham Museums Trust (UK)

Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery: Investigate Real Egyptian Artifacts

For Students 3rd - 8th
A short list of artifacts dating back to Ancient Egypt with descriptions and images. Additionally, find links for activities, a timeline, and details of mummies to enhance study of the early civilization.
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Ducksters: History: Timeline of Western Art for Kids

For Students 1st - 9th
Kids learn about the timeline of the history of western art movements. From Renaissance to the Impressionists and Modern Art.
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Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery: Ancient Greece: The Greek Timeline

For Students 3rd - 8th
A comprehensive timeline of Ancient Greece from 776 BC-146 BC. To enhance learnin check out the artifacts and printable activities also provided.
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Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery: Roman Empire: The Roman Timeline

For Students 3rd - 8th
Review this comprehensive timeline from the Roman Empire 55 BC-122 AD. Enhance study with the additional activities and an investigation of a Roman soldier.

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