Worksheet
Curated OER

Brain Teaser - the River

For Students 3rd - 6th
In this perimeter and area worksheet, students find the perimeter and area of shapes with right angles. Students complete 9 problems total.
Handout
Other

A Biography of Claude Monet

For Students 9th - 10th
This great biographical timeline of Claude Monet's life. Includes images of some of his works as well as the works of those who he referred.
Lesson Plan
Varsity Tutors

Varsity Tutors: Web English Teacher: Gary Paulsen Lesson Plans

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
This resource focuses on several of Gary Paulsen's novels. There are resources at the different links featuring lesson plans, activities, teaching guides and more.
Handout
Scholastic

Scholastic: Gary Paulsen

For Teachers 6th - 8th
This resource provides an overview of the life of Gary Paulsen. It also includes a transcript to an interview conducted with Paulsen and book reviews done by students.
Website
John F. Kennedy Center

The Kennedy Center: Alvin Ailey

For Students 9th - 10th
At this site from the John F. Kennedy Center you can read about the life and accomplishments of American choreographer, Alvin Ailey.
Unit Plan
Penguin Publishing

Penguin Random House: "The River" Teacher Guide

For Teachers 6th - 8th
"The River" teacher guide features excellent background and author information. Also included are thematic activities as well as tips for interdisciplinary connections.
Graphic
Boston College

Boston College: Paintings of Claude Monet

For Students 9th - 10th
This site features thumbnail images of various Impressionist of Claude Monet paintings.
Handout
Robin Chew

Lucid Cafe: Claude Monet, Impressionist Painter

For Students 9th - 10th
A brief biography of French impressionist painter Claude Monet. Includes links to selected paintings and picture of the artist.