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Molecular Models Laboratory
Learners use models to visualize molecular structures. Students read about Lewis dot structures, hybridization, and formal charge. Then learners build and draw the molecules and ions given. Students complete 11 pre-lab questions and 4...
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Discovering the World Virtually
Students experience world adventures through the internet. In this technology lesson plan, students use a suggested internet site and explore each expedition. Students can virtually travel such lands as China.
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Colonial America: Causes Of The American Revolution
Students examine the causes of the American Revolution. In this colonial America lesson, students read handouts regarding the sequence of events that led to the commencement of the war. Students complete the provided worksheets and...
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He Sees it in His Joy
Students research the importance of play. In this research lesson, students work in pairs and interview each other about their 'play history.' Students take data from the interview and shape it into a play history for the individual....
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Women's Suffrage - Honor a Suffragist
Students consider how the Suffrage Movement impacted women. In this women's rights lesson plan, students visit selected websites to discover information about suffrage and suffragists. Students conduct further research on the...
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Anna Karenina Questions
In this reading comprehension activity, students respond to 7 short answer and essay questions based on Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy.
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The Cure: Guided Imagery
Prepare class members for a discussion of Sonia Levitin's dystopian novel The Cure, by leading them on a guided imagery exercise designed to encourage visualization of written descriptions.
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Curricula Vitae (CVs) versus Resumes
The term curricula vitae might sound more sophisticated than the term resumes, but that doesn't mean it's the preferred document to send to potential employers. As explained in a handout on curricula vitae (CV) versus resumes, part of a...
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Forest Forensics
Students explore forests. In this "forest forensic" lesson students divide into groups and go through the stations using their clues to solve the questions.
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Lewin Project
Students discuss the criteria for the Lewin Project. They practice writing using their emotions and feelings. They write to find a voice in their pieces. They share their ideas with the class.
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Making Connections
Students reflect on their experiences and interest in volunteer service. They develop service plans for communities in need around the world and connect them to virtual volunteers.
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Agriculture In Literature And Today
Students investigate the history of agriculture as found in the state of Alaska. The teacher shares a book with the students to increase knowledge of history and reading comprehension skills. They determine if the life in the story...
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Poetry and Growth
Students participate in reading various poems in order to complete different activities. In groups, they compare and contrast the writing style and subject matter of two different author's poems. They practice writing poems on...
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Sandburg Study
High schoolers examine and share their perceptions on a variety of poems by Carl Sandburg They demonstrate their comprehension of the poems by answering questions about the poetry during a class discussion. Students explore the world of...
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Breaking News English: McCain Picks Female Running Mate
In this English worksheet, students read "McCain Picks Female Running Mate," 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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Worlds Apart
Students examine the similarities and differences among the experience of modern-day immigrants through investigating the personal experiences of several immigrants.
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Coming to America
Students read one book together about the immigrant experience. Teacher asks students to identify some of the themes around immigration contained in the book (example: prejudice).
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What Kind of Reader Are You?
Students write a personal reading history about how reading has influenced their lives. They identify their strengths, weaknesses, and preferences as readers through a survey. Students examine what goes on in their minds while they read...
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Home Is Where the Hound Is
Students study Britain's rabies law then share their own personal pet stories with the class.
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Lawson Fusao Inada
Students read and analyze poetry written by Lawson Fusao Inada. They read and discuss the executive order issued to Japanese Americans during WWII, take a field trip to the Nikkei Legacy Center, and read and discuss poems.
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Elders As Resources
Students engage in a activity that uses discussion groups for communication. The focus of the activity is upon the respect for authority that should be given to older adults. Students engage in class discussion about the information that...
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"Aerogrammes"
Students examine Asian American culture through the analysis of the poem, 'Aerogrammes.' They watch a video, read and discuss the poem, take a field trip to Chinatown, and write a poem about their Chinatown experience.
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Supreme Court Newspaper
Students examine the purpose and responsibilities of the Supreme Court and its justices. In groups, they research a specific case and identify how the Supreme Court affects their lives. Using the information they find, they create a...
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Breaking News English: Iraqi Shoe-Thrower Trial Postponed
In this English worksheet, students read "Iraqi Shoe-Thrower Trial Postponed," 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.