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Curated OER

Temperature Changes in the Atmosphere

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students analyze how different variables affect atmospheric temperature. They construct a model of an ecosystem, select a variable, design and conduct an experiment, and record and analyze the data to present to the class.
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Curated OER

From the Land, Of the Land: An Interdisciplinary Lesson on Indigenous People

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students research the concept of indigenous people then write a diamante poem about them. They research online and use an online poem tool to create their poem.
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Curated OER

Look but Don't Touch:

For Teachers K - 5th
Students complete a graphic organizer after identifying three interesting facts from a web site. They role play that the NASA space probe has landed on Mars where a large animal was found and they develop the important questions they...
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Curated OER

Image Processing in the Classroom

For Teachers 12th
Twelfth graders determine how scientists study the universe and particular astronomical objects using Internet research, images and NIH software. They work in groups to examine and use imaging software as they study astronomical objects.
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Peacemakers ABC Banner

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students research the life of a man killed by gangs. They discuss ways to solve problems in a peaceful manner. They create banners that show words of peace.
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Curated OER

Dishing the Dirt Part 2

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explore the differences between specific soil characteristics. They participate in an experiment in which they discover soil texture. They write their observations in a journal.
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Curated OER

Dear Abby- Colonial Style

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Young scholars review the Colonial period in American history and read literature from this era. They assume the roles of a colonial young person and an adult to compose letters from each and communicate their ideas through the letter...
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A Little Reminder to Take With You

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers use information already gathered on a specific public health issue to create a public service message in the form of a bookmark. They consult multiple sources to compile sufficient information to create the public service...
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Curated OER

Nebraska And Exports

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students investigate the role of Nebraska in the exporting of goods from the United States. They look at ways the state is looking to help expand its role in the markets. Students conduct research using a variety of resources. Then use...
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Curated OER

Bats Online!

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders read books and other resources to learn about bats. In this bats lesson plan, 2nd graders read books and research the internet about bats. Once students learn about bats, they will take an online bat quiz.
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Curated OER

Geometry in the Heavens

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders access a star worksheet and determine properties of polygons.  In this investigative lesson students complete a worksheet and discuss myths. 
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The Whole is More Than Half

For Teachers Pre-K - K
Students explore number sense by completing a food related fraction activity. For this parts of a whole lesson, students utilize a graham cracker to divide and identify what a quarter, third, or half looks like. Students eat their snack...
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Pennsylvania Department of Education

What's My Height?

For Teachers Pre-K - K
Pupils explore geometry by conducing a student measurement activity. In this height lesson, students identify their own height by utilizing a tape measure and marking their height on a wall. Pupils identify their height in centimeters...
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Using 2 and 3 Dimensional Geometric Shapes

For Teachers Pre-K - K
Students explore geometry by participating in a shape identification activity. In this figure dimensions lesson, students identify the difference between 2 and 3 dimensional shapes by their vertices and faces. Students examine blocks in...