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Identifying Differences Between Fiction and Nonfiction Books

For Teachers 1st - 2nd
Students explore the differences between fiction and non-fiction book. In this genre study lesson, students read examples of fiction and non-fiction and identify the characteristics of each genre. Students list the characteristics on a...
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Folk Groups and Community Folklife

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students explore folk groups and traditions in their local community. In this folklife lesson plan, students list the folk groups they belong to and its traditions. Students write about their favorite tradition and may complete extension...
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Multi-Cultural and Multi-Perspective Lesson Plan

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders discuss the work of Cesar Chavez. In this multi-cultural instructional activity, 3rd graders listen to the story Harvesting Hope: The Story of Cesar Chavez by Kathleen Krull. They write a double-entry journal focusing on...
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Writing Own Tale

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders read The First Strawberries and complete a character chart. In this writing a tale lesson plan, 3rd graders discuss viewpoints and identify character traits. Students complete character charts and write their own tale...
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Identifying Genre and Subgenre #2

For Students 9th
In this identifying genre and subgenre #2 worksheet, 9th graders read 17 short summaries, then select the genre and subgenre from the choices given and explain their choice in writing.
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Identifying Genre

For Students 9th
In this identifying genre worksheet, 9th graders read the titles and descriptions of 15 stories, identify and write the genre and subgenre from the list provided.
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Create A Genre Crossword Puzzle

For Students 8th
In this create a genre crossword puzzle worksheet, 8th graders make a puzzle on the grid provided, using 21 terms, then create clues for each term using a definition or an example;  grading rubric included.
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Quiz on Genre and Subgenre

For Students 9th
In this quiz on genre and subgenre worksheet, 9th graders match 12 definitions to terms, then answer 3 multiple choice questions identifying genres.
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Congressional Scenarios

For Teachers 7th - 11th
In this U.S. government worksheet, learners read 12 scenarios pertaining to government intervention and determine what to do as lawmakers in response to each of the scenarios.
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Spelling Dictation Sentences

For Students 5th
For this spelling sentences worksheet, 5th graders practice spelling these dictation sentences for 2 sentences every week. Students spell a total of 72 sentences.
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Spelling List 3: Sight Words, Suffix "-able," and Academic Vocabulary

For Students 3rd - 5th
In this spelling list worksheet, students practice spelling words that are sight words, suffix -able, and vocabulary. Students practice spelling 21 words total.
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Spelling List 32: "Y" to "I" Change Words, and Academic Vocabulary

For Students 3rd - 4th
In this spelling list worksheet, learners practice spelling words that are y to i words and vocabulary. Students practice spelling 16 words total.
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Pictures and Print: What's the Difference?

For Teachers Pre-K - K
Students watch a PowerPoint presentation. In this early literacy lesson, students watch a PowerPoint presentation describing print from pictures and the difference between the two.
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Gale's Curriculum

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders develop an understanding of Southeastern Asian culture. They increase knowledge of world geography in relation to Southeast Asian countries. Students research a variety of Southeast Asian animals and habitats to be used...
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ESL Thematic Unit

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explore a thematic unit to strengthen literacy skills. The search for literacy is based upon the using of myths and legends to encourage the appreciation for other cultures. The varued activities strengthen literacy by engaging...
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Fungal History

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students identify different types of fungi. They discuss how mushrooms are used in American culture and research an issue about a type of fungi. They share their information with the class.
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Using Shanties to Create Lyrics

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students demonstrate an understanding of shanties, a traditional music form. They listen to several shanties and create their own verses to add on to these songs. They express their feelings through music by using rhythm and rhyme to...
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The Age of Sailing Songs

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Students explore various genres of spoken and written expression. While considering the era of the shipyard and sailing, students describe and document a favorite ship, captain, crew, or life of a sailor. Using this information, they...
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Is It Hot in the Light?

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders make observations about the temperature of items in direct sunlight. In groups, they discuss why asphalt, brick and cement are warmer than items surrounding them. To end the lesson, they examine how heat transfers energy...
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Dominant Impression

For Teachers 2nd - 5th
Students explore author's purpose, are introduced to dominant impression, make a list of descriptive words or phrases and write from personal experience.
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Mi país

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students research Spanish-speaking countries on the Internet and make a presentation.
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A Study of "Twilight Crane" by Kinoshita Junji

For Teachers 11th - Higher Ed
Students read and analyze the Japanese play, "Twilight Crane," by Kinoshita Junji. They read a handout on Japanese theatre, conduct Internet research, answer discussion questions, and compare/contrast versions of the story.
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Origami

For Teachers 1st - 3rd
Young scholars create paper cranes using the art of Origami from Japan as a basis. This lesson includes three lesson enrichment activities, a vocabulary list, and ideas for possible origami materials.
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Lost Illinois History

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students discuss "The Trail of Tears," why it happened, what it is, and where it began and ended. They work in groups to complete a reading section and answer a series of questions then share the answers with the class. Students take a...

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