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Clash of the Titans Lesson Plans

For Teachers 4th - 6th
The new movie "The Clash of the Titans" is a great way to learn about film making and Greek Mythology.
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Antony and Cleopatra: Fun Trivia Quiz

For Students 9th - 12th
As with most Fun Trivia quizzes, this quiz focuses on the factual knowledge of the reader rather than higher-order thinking tasks such as analysis and evaluation. This quiz in particular focuses heavily on names of characters and when...
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Follow the Leaders

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students research current world political leaders, as well as the opinions of their supporters and critics, in order to create a "Present Political Leaders Hall of Fame" display for the classroom.
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Silent Stories

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Learners create a pictorial narrative based upon John Keats' "Ode on a Grecian Urn" and the Japanese techniques of "lacquer jar" stories in this three-day Language Arts/Art lesson.
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The Apotheosis ofGeorge Washington

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students examine the image of George Washington. In this Washington presidency lesson, students use the provided analysis handout to analyze the character of Washington conveyed in several pieces of art and speeches. Students share their...
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Phaedo

For Students 10th - 12th
In this online interactive history worksheet, students respond to 10 short answer and essay questions about Phaedo by Plato. Students may check some of their answers on the interactive worksheet. 
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The Iliad Quiz

For Students 9th - 12th
In this online interactive reading comprehension activity, high schoolers respond to 12 multiple choice questions about Homer's The Iliad. Students may submit their answers to be scored.
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Shakespeare's Sonnets by William Shakespeare

For Students 9th - Higher Ed
In this online interactive reading comprehension worksheet, students respond to 8 short answer and essay choice questions based on various Shakespearean sonnets. Students may also access an online quiz on the sonnets using the link...
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Steppenwolf by Hermann Hesse

For Students 9th - 12th
In this online interactive reading comprehension learning exercise, learners respond to 5 short answer and essay questions based on Steppenwolf. Students may also access an online quiz on the selection using the link at the bottom...
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Illustrate the Constellations

For Teachers 4th - 7th
Students explore space science by participating in a star identification activity. In this astronomy lesson, students identify different star patterns and discuss the movement of stars across the sky as the seasons change. Students...
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9 for 10 - Romeo and Juliet

For Students 9th - 10th
The quality of this online interactive quiz is low. But, it may provide you with ideas for your own reading comprehension test on Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet.
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Unrolling the Landscape

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Young scholars create a landscape painting using traditional Chinese techniques. They review Chinese landscape paintings, paint an original landscape and write a poem to go with their picture.
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John Paul Jones: Captain of the High Seas

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Young scholars explore John Paul Jones. His sense of adventure brought him to America. His bravery made him the country's greatest naval hero.
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Patrick Henry: Voice of Liberty

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students watch a video on Patrick Henry, complete a vocabulary list and discuss the video following provided questions.
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Chinese New Year

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
Students identify and participate in three traditional activities used during Chinese New Year celebrations.
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The Christmas Tree

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Learners recognize that the Christmas tree is one symbol of Christmas, then demonstrate their ability to identify symbols. They compare the lightstock (Christmas pyramid) with the Paradise tree and apply their knowledge about the history...
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Paul Revere: American Patriot

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Young scholars view a presentation at a website that introduces Paul Revere, his famous ride, and its significance in the history of the Revolutionary War. Students read text and examine maps and graphics at various websites focused on...
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Let's Put It in a Nutshell

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Students practice summarizing things they have read. After reviewing the steps for reading silently and summarization, they read a chapter in the book Tuck Everlasting. Working in groups, they summarize what they have read and present...
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Iwo Jima: Forgotten Valor

For Teachers 4th
Students explore the nature of island combat on Iwo Jima during World War II. They examine the association between the Pacific Theater of World War II and Iwo Jima. Students evaluate Charles Lindberg's oral history, propaganda posters,...
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Remember the Alamo

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders comprehend how the siege of the Alamo and the Texas revolution laid the groundwork for the United States-Mexican War. They discuss how westward expansion led to Texas Independence. Students complete the "Remeber the...
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Persian War Defeated and Persepolis Goes Up In Flames

For Students 5th - 8th
In this Persian War and Persepolis worksheet, students read 2 passages about each and then answer short answer, multiple choice, and matching questions. Students answer 14 questions each.
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Symbols of America

For Teachers Pre-K - K
Young scholars learn about and discuss the important symbols that represent America. In this symbols lesson plan, students cut out pictures of the bald eagle, American flag, Liberty Bell, and more. They color them when they have them cut...
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Scops, Rappers and You: Historians with Style!

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students examine the epic poem Beowulf. In this analyzing poetry lesson plan, student compare listen to the Will Smith song "Wild, Wild West" and read Beowulf. Students analyze the song and the poem. Students then research an influential...
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The Witch of Goingsnake

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students write an essay comparing and contrasting Frank Parris and George Ballad. In this The Witch of Goingsnake instructional activity, students brainstorm vocabulary used to show comparison and create a model thesis statement....