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An Ancient Odyssey

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students identify both the traditional myths and historical facts that are associated with geographical locations in ancient Greece. They create a "Travel to Ancient Greece" display to present their findings.
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Things Are Heating Up!

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders study how heat is produced from mechanical and electrical machines and human activities.
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Collecting and Recording Data# O

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Learners observe plants growing over time, measure specific plant growth, and gather and record data on plan growth.
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Measuring and Recording Weather

For Teachers 5th - 9th
Students examine instruments used to measure weather, record the data, and post it to an online weather report. They include a 24 hour prediction, keep a weather log, and graph the data.
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Portable Sundial

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students work together to identify the accuracy of sundials. They track the position of the sun and create a shadow plot. They discover the difference between real time and clock time.
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Weekly Current Events

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students examine current events every week. Using the internet, they complete searches about specific events. In groups, they gather information to share with the class and discuss any opposing viewpoints.
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Small Group Counseling

For Teachers K - 5th
Students are introduced to the concept of self-esteem and discuss how it is important in friendships. In groups, they counsel one another to determine how one's personal behavior affects the others in their group. They discover the...
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Patterns: A Stitch in Time

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Young scholars recognize shapes, designs and numbers that form patterns. Using their surroundings, they identify common patterns. They create their own patterns in various software programs and share them with the class.
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The Many, Varied, and Unusual Places and Things on Earth

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Students discover how energy flows through communities because of the relationship between producers, consumers and decomposers. Examining various ecosystems, they identify the materials that cycle continuously through them. They label...
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Conquering History

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students explore examples of ancient warfare and discuss the various uses of ancient military technologies. Students investigate the origins of biological and chemical weapons and create a classroom exhibit depicting technology and...
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Depression/Suicide

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students are introduced to the topics of suicide and depression. Using a worksheet, they determine where their self-esteem and self-concept comes from and how to build them up if they believe they aren't where they could be. To end the...
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Growth and Changes in Plants

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Students investigate the growth and changes in plants. They view a video and discuss the changes in plants. They work in small groups to demonstrate vocabulary words to the class. They visit a green house and take pictures of plants to...
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Pi

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders read the book "Sir Cumference and Knights of the Round Table" to introduce them to the concept of Pi. As a class, they discover where Pi originated and define the terms circumference, radius and diameter. To end the...
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In Their Own Words: Slave Narratives

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students identify primary sources, explain the strengths and weaknesses of personal accounts in history, and negotiate the Library of Congress Database. They also analyze documents and write a summary that compares and contrasts the...
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Choose or Lose: The Electoral Process

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Pupils examine the local and national election process. In groups, they brainstorm a list of the issues important to them and compare them to an overall list of issues present in the election. They analyze graphs and complete...
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Finding Your Way Using Maps and Globes

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
Learners identify the similarities and differences between different maps and globes. Individually, they create a map of their classroom along with a compass rose. They also practice reading maps as a class and finding specific locations.
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Get a Job

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers brainstorm a list of items needed to have a successful career. Individually, they complete a webquest in which they identify positions they might be interested in. They also practice the interview process and how to...
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Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss!

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students examine the life and works of Theodor Seuss Geisel. In groups, they compare and contrast the stories, characters and illustrations he used. They complete a book review on one of the books and share them with other students in...
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"So Tell Me About Your Trip..."

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Middle schoolers research destinations and the factors involved in taking a trip and explore how averages play a part in making decisions. They explore how to find the average speed and the distance to a particular destination, they...
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New York City Water Quality Assessment Project

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Young scholars investigate the chemistry of water and how its molecular structure supports life through its biochemcial, physical, and environmental roles. They investigate the quality of water as it interacts with the environment. ...
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Science: When Autumn Leaves Fall

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students conduct Internet research to discover the reason why leaves change color in autumn. On a nature walk around school grounds, they collect leaves of various colors and shapes over a three-week period. finally, students select...
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Brush Up On Your Teeth

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders examine the reasons why it is important to take care of their teeth. As a class, they sing the toothbrush song and read about tooth decay. They identify the parts of the teeth and identify foods that can keep the mouth...
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Ancient Mediterranean Trade Fair

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders begin the instructional activity by discussing how artifacts are located. In groups, they define the terms supply, demand, resources and trade and discuss how the United States is affected by International trade. They use...
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What Did I Touch Today?

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders describe and adopt behaviors for health and safety. They explore what germs are and how they can make you sick. Through graphing activities, 2nd graders examine the way germs travel and what they can do to prevent the...

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