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The Battle Over Reconstruction: The Aftermath of Reconstruction

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students examine the Reconstruction Era. In this American history activity, students explore the condition of the United States following the Civil War as they read statistical data. Students analyze the Reconstruction policies to...
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World War II

For Teachers 5th
Students research World War II and discuss how conflicts in the war lead to change. In this World War II lesson plan, students read books, watch movies, complete activity sheets, and answer questions all researching the war.
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Iran Test-Firing of Missiles Article

For Students 8th - 10th
In this current world events worksheet, students read an article about Iran test-firing missiles and complete eight true or false questions, 10 synonym matching questions, 10 phrase matching questions, and a cloze activity based on the...
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Breaking News English: Iran

For Students 5th - 10th
In this Iran learning exercise, learners read the article, answer true and false questions, complete synonym matching, complete phrase matching, complete a gap fill, answer short answer questions, answer discussion questions, write, and...
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Free Capitalization Worksheet

For Students 3rd - 5th Standards
Not really a learning exercise, but rather, a website that has 10 sentences void of all capital letters. Copy these onto a handout or project them on the wall for your class to use as practice. Answers follow, along with an explanation...
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A Campfire Conversation

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Students examine point of view as it relates to public issues.  In this point of view instructional activity, students become familiar with the point of view of John Muir and Theodore Roosevelt about the wilderness. Students debate...
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Teen Entrepreneurship

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers explore teen entrepreneurs. In this teen entrepreneurship lesson, students examine teen entrepreneurs and answer questions about the real-word situations. High schoolers role play and explore the basic characteristics of...
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USA Celebrations and Holidays

For Students 5th
In this USA holiday and celebrations activity, 5th graders complete a set of 17 questions about holidays and celebrations. Students may click on an answer button beneath each sentence to check their work.
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Troubled Times

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Learners address their questions, anxieties and other feelings about the changes in American society since the terrorist attacks on the United States on September 11, 2001 and the subsequent reactions around the world.
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Eleanor Roosevelt: Economics, Discovery and Daily Life

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Examine the causes and effects of the Great Depression and the role of Eleanor Roosevelt during the era. Pupils take an inventory of their home for wants and needs, and conduct online research on The Great Depression. They then convert...
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You Either Know It Or You Don’t!

For Students 6th - 8th
In this research skills worksheet, middle schoolers research the answers to fifteen questions that involve all the subjects across the board.
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Action and Linking Verbs

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
In this recognizing action verbs and linking verbs in sentences worksheet, students read statements, identify the verbs, and label them either action or linking verbs. Students write 15 answers.
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Vocabulary Practice

For Students 4th - 5th
In this sentence completion worksheet, learners read two choices of vocabulary words and choose the correct words to make the sentences make sense. Students choose 14 answers.
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Road Safety- Alert Communications and Emergency Response

For Teachers 11th - Higher Ed
Learners examine the effectiveness of road safety organizations. In this road safety lesson plan, students identify three road safety watch agencies that aid truck drivers to keep them safe. They look at the skills that truck drivers...
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Ben Franklin and the Rising Americans

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Students prepare for and learn through a walking tour of Philadelphia. In this history lesson, students support their studies with a field trip. This lesson could be adapted to suit regions with other historic places or museums. 
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Cartoons for the Classroom: Between the Lines, National Debt

For Students 8th - 12th
For this current events worksheet, students analyze a political cartoon about national debt and respond to 3 talking point questions.
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February Following Directions Wordsheet

For Teachers 4th
In this February holidays direction following worksheet, student follow 9 sets of directions to color the word February which is placed at the top of the page. They make choices on things such as whether they have ever seen a groundhog...
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Banking for Your Future

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Students get a handle on their own personal finances. They discover how banks work, how to plan and stick to a budget, and other helpful tips on managing money. They study the Federal Reserve System, which oversees the nation's banks.
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Geography Lesson 1

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Middle schoolers examine relationship between population centers and sports teams, explore influence of weather on attendance, and research influence of geography, traffic flow and disposable income on site selection for sports stadiums.
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Cuba-ism

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students examine the Cuban exile community's response to the ceding of power to Fidel Castro's brother. They read and discuss an article, conduct research on Cuba, and in small groups create a Powerpoint presentation.
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The American Flag

For Teachers K - 5th
Students examine the history and origin of the United States Flag. They identify each symbol and discover the proper way to display it. They discuss how the flag itself has played a part in recent events.
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China: Commodities Consumption

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Learners examine the changes that have occured in China's economy. They identify areas of competition between the United States and China. They use the internet to gather more information.
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What are the Conditions for Victory in Iraq?

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students view a video clip about the war in Iraq. They discuss how the coalition forces know when they have won. They read an article about the situation as well.
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Journey of Discovery and Rivers

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students investigate the rivers encountered and mapped by the Corps of Discovery. They analyze maps, outline and label rivers on a blank map, complete a chart, and answer discussion questions while watching a National Geographic video,...

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