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Annenberg Learner: Literature: Analyzing Theme

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Article explains how to find the theme in a piece of literature by asking yourself a series of questions as you read. RL.9-10.1 Analyzing Theme. CCSS.ELA-Literacy.CCRA.R.2
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Annenberg Learner: Literature: What Makes a Good Short Story?

For Students 9th - 10th
First this page asks students to read a short story called "A Jury of Her Peers." Then, this page asks students to "Read about the elements of a good short story and to take part in activities related to 'A Jury of Her Peers.'"
Activity
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Annenberg Learner: Wind Chill

For Students 9th - 10th
Why do windy winter days seem so bitterly cold? Calculate the wind chill factor and find out.
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PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Social Realism: American Passages: Timeline

For Students 9th - 10th
Trace the historical events and literary publications from the 1870s to 1920 with this timeline that accompanies the video Social Realism.
Activity
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Annenberg Learner: Evolution of Tungara Frog Mating Calls

For Students 9th - 10th
Use molecular information and observe female response patterns to learn about the mating calls of Physalaemus frogs. Examine the evolution of female preference for particular call characteristics.
Handout
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Annenberg Learner: Literature: Creating Character

For Students 6th - 8th Standards
This article provides good insight into the creation of a character.