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BY THE POUND

For Teachers 4th - 5th
The student will estimate the weight and cost of produce and calculate the actual price.Discuss the difference between weight and volume. Have young scholars discuss whether it is more economical to buy produce by the pound, by the piece...
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World Trade: It's for Nebraska

For Teachers 10th - 11th
Students examine markets, international trade, and the role of government in international trade. After reviewing articles on the Governor of Nebraska's recent trade missions, they discuss in small groups their opinions of whether or...
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Nomadic Living

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students describe what it means to be nomadic and the advantages and disadvantages of living this type of lifestyle. After watching a video, they pretend they are nomads and must develop a list of items to take along with them. They...
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Most Troublesome Exotic Invasive Plant Species Web Quest

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students participate in a Web Quest activity in which they identify common exotic invasive plant species of the Southern Appalachian Region. After identifying the top 10 exotic invasive species, they choose one to research in depth.
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The Cattle Industry

For Students 4th - 5th
In this cattle industry worksheet, students read about the industry and Joseph McCoy. A series of level 1-4 activities comprises page 2 of the worksheet.
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The Homestead Act of 1682

For Students 2nd - 6th
In this American West learning exercise, students read about the Homestead Act of 1682. Students read 8 paragraphs and complete the 3 activities for the learning exercise.
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Breaking News English: 3.8 Million Kenyans in Need of Food Aid

For Students 5th - 10th
In this English worksheet, students read "3.8 Million Kenyans in Need of Food Aid," and then respond to 1 essay, 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 10 true or false questions about the selection.
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Catch as Catch Can

For Teachers 2nd - 5th
Students investigate insects. In this insect analysis instructional activity, students catch insects using nets they make. They identify the insects they catch and create a chart to show the numbers and varieties. This instructional...
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Animal Poetry

For Students 3rd - 6th
In this animal poetry worksheet, students gather information about an animal and follow a sample to write an animal poem. Page has links to additional activities.
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Life in Plymouth - Pilgrim Study Unit

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Students write a timeline showing significant events in the Plymouth Colony that occurred between 1621 and 1628. They define and illustrate key vocabulary words which are imbedded in this lesson plan. This simple activity is designed to...
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1Word and Letter Match Puzzle

For Students 2nd - 3rd
In this word and letter match instructional activity, learners match groups of 3 letters to words that contain each set. A reference web site is given for additional activities. 
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Oklahoma State University

Oklahoma State University: Breeds of Livestock: Descriptions and Pictures

For Students 9th - 10th
An impressive database of breeds, with descriptions, photographs, history, and references. If you want to market livestock, this will be invaluable information.
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Texas State Historical Association

Texas State Historical Association: Livestock in Texas [Pdf]

For Teachers 4th - 8th
An activity guide where students refer to the Texas Almanac, which is free to download, for information needed to complete assigned tasks. In this lesson, they research different types of livestock raised in Texas and the products that...
Handout
Oklahoma State University

Oklahoma State University: Breeds of Livestock Cattle

For Students 9th - 10th
A comprehensive list of most of the breeds of domesticated livestock that are used in the cattle industry. Brief history of their use and links to background and use of each breed.
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Careers New Zealand

Kiwi Careers: Livestock Agent

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides good beginning information about the job, but with the understanding that the specific information such as salary, etc., is from New Zealand. Use the navigation bar on the left to see more information.
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Cornell University

Cornell University: Plants Poisonous to Livestock

For Students 9th - 10th
A site dedicated to poisonous plants. Supplies names and information on each plant as well as frequently asked questions about poisonous plants.
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U.s. Livestock Species Genome Projects

For Students 9th - 10th
An excellent site which explains all that is involved in and with animal genome projects in the United States.
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Oklahoma State University

Oklahoma State University: Breeds of Livestock Sheep

For Students 9th - 10th
A good account of the history of the use of domesticated sheep. Links to examples of specific breeds and their uses.
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Oklahoma State University

Oklahoma State University: Breeds of Livestock Swine

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides a good history of the use of pigs and their origins. It has links to specific examples of pigs and what they are used for.
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Oklahoma State University

Oklahoma State Univ: Breeds of Livestock Other Species

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a good overview of the use of "other species" that one would not immediately think of as a domesticated mammal. Examples include Buffalo and Llamas.
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The Progressive Farmer

For Students 9th - 10th
Progressive Farmer delivers the latest news in the agriculture industry: Crop and livestock production, new technology and products, business and financial information, weather, markets and government regulations.
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Oklahoma State University

Oklahoma State University: Breeds of Livestock Goats

For Students 9th - 10th
A good history of our use of goats and links to the major breeds of domesticated goats and their specific uses.
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Mayflower History

Mayflower history.com: Animals and Livestock of Early Plymouth

For Students 4th - 8th
Describes the types of farm animals that the Pilgrims likely raised in Plymouth Colony, based on historical reports.
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National Association of Animal Breeders Resources

For Students 9th - 10th
While the page says that it is for the serious breeder, there is also information suitable to someone curious about livestock careers, especially breeding.

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