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Emerging Heroes
Twelfth graders define what a hero is and watch a video. In this hero instructional activity, 12th graders discuss the characteristics of a hero and list heroes and their attributes. Students read the poem Beowulf and identify...
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Life in Dorset
Students investigate a city in England by analyzing images on the web. In this listening comprehension lesson, students practice remembering details after hearing an audio tape about a city in England called Dorset. Students discuss what...
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Greek Origins and Character Development
Seventh graders examine words of Greek origin and discuss character development in fiction. They read a list of Greek word parts and create words on a worksheet. Students then read and discuss an informational handout about character...
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Promoting Diversity in Elementary School Curricula
Learners discover the roles played by various racial, ethnic and religious groups in the development of American society. They explore the concept of racial and cultural diversity and global community, as these are joined by economic,...
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Sworn to Serve
Seventh graders explore the structure of the feudal system. In this world history lesson, 7th graders examine medieval history as they collaborate to prepare for a small group presentations regarding the feudal system.
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Root Words
Eighth graders practice finding the meaning of words by analyzing the root word. In this root word lesson, 8th graders review a chart of roots, words, and meanings. Students find and list words that have the root of 'geo,' 'terra,' and...
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The Concept of the Hero
Students explore the symbolic implications for the concept of the hero with a focus on the Beowulf theme. In this hero concept lesson, students find specific examples of monsters from Beowulf to complete the chart. Students list the...
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Views Concerning U.S. Imperialism after the Spanish-American War
Students research the impact of American Imperialism. In this Spanish-American War lesson, students visit the listed Web sites to discover details about the war and its effects. Students use the information they locate to participate in...
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A Religious Get-Together
Young scholars investigate Islam Awareness Week. In this Muslim traditions lesson plan, students visit the listed Web sites to research Muslim traditions, religious hate crimes, and British Muslims.
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Who Speaks Modern English and Where ?
Young scholars predict the widespread effects of the English language and consult on-line charts and text to verify their findings.
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History of the English Language - Word Origins
Students use on-line resources to research their own name, determine its language origin and meaning. They take an on-line quiz to determine their "naming-style."
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The History of Christmas Trees, Part One
Pupils read an article about Winter Solstice celebrations. They consider the symbolism of evergreens in winter and how different cultures have used evergreens in winter celebrations throughout history.
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Name That Place: Cultural Place Names in the United States
Middle schoolers examine the origin of the people that settled in the United States. In this United States History lesson, students work in small groups to complete several activities that explore early settlement, such as a worksheet,...
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