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How Distant is the Moon?--2

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Pupils examine total eclipses of the Sun and their limited regions of totality. They explain that this limited view occurs because the Moon is close enough to us for different points on Earth to view it differently.
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Navigation

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars study the basic methods for finding one's position on Earth. Latitude can be deduced from the height above the horizon of the pole star or of the noontime Sun, while longitude requires an accurate clock giving universal time.
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Graphing With RXTE

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners use data from the Rossi X-ray Tiiming Explorer (RXTE) satellite to analyze and graph.
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Using the Variation Approach

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Young scholars explore and explain geometrical applications, and how to apply these applications to real life.
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Geo Jammin' By DeSign - Day 6, Lesson 32: Appliqué-tion of Learning

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders hand stitch three different appliqué stitches using triangles as a motif.
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Walk a Mile in Albatross Shoes

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Students recognize the correlation between the trash they dispose of around their school and the environmental hazards that face wildlife, specifically the Laysan albatross. They determine three ways that they can help the albatross chicks.
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Space Shapes

For Teachers 1st - 5th
Students read "Captain Invincible and the Space Shapes" by Stuart Murphy and view a PowerPoint presentation on shapes. They identify shapes presented in the book and then identify shapes found in their classroom.
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Roman Numerals

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Studetns recognize Roman numerals and identify each symbol and what it stands for.
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Hidden Jewels of Geometry

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Pupils identify different geometric shapes, and arrange them artistically in original jewelry designs.
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Collect, organize and compare different data for the Marine Mammals of the Miami Seaquarium, i.e.: size, weight, diet and habitat and how to calculate average, median, mode and range.

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Learners collect, organize, and compare different data and develop statistical methods such as: average, median, mode and range as a way for decision making by constructing table
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Mathematics: A Look Back

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students research the contributions of women in mathematics.
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Painting a Mural

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Pupils research create and design symbols to welcome students to their school. They present their idea to the class that includes a budget. The class work together to paint the mural.
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Population Counts

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students investigate the analytical processes used to interpret the 2001 Canadian census. They examine the population statistics and trends.
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Multiple Intelligences Holistic Plan

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders apply basic algebra concepts to equations using cognitive, affective, and kinesthetic components. They create their own word problem, perform the story problem using a dramatic presentation, and present the problem to the...
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THe Trash We Pass

For Teachers 4th - 7th
Learners identify the sources of pollution and waste in their community. They examine the process of recycling and how to eliminate some of their family waste.
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Probability of a Boy

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Learners investigate the concept of even change by participating in a coin flip activity. They research using the Internet to investigate the chance of giving birth to a boy.
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Nickels, History, and Peace

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders examine the designs on nickels before 2004 and after when the new Peace Medal nickel was minted. They research the events that preceded the new design and explore the symbols of friendship on the new coin. They work in...
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The Numbers Game

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students examine how to calculate the part-per-million and part-per-billion units used to measure contaminant concentrations in the environment. They calculate ratios, take a quiz, analyze a sample chemical spill, and determine if...
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The Weather and Recess #157

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Students track the daily weather at recess time for a number of weeks. They design a bar graph of the different types of weather. They discuss how weather changes affect recess time. They write a list of optional recess activities for...
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American Political Thought: Minority Influence

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders brainstorm the reasons why people would want to leave their homeland to live in the United States. In groups, they research the political representation of the Board in New Haven, Connecticut. They also write a paper on...
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France

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders visit two websites about France in order to take a virtual trip of France. They answer specific questions about France and state the similarities and differences between France and the U.S.
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All About Me

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders investigate the use of centimeters while measuring items with rulers which they construct. They examine the need for standard units of measure. They estimate the length of body parts before making the actual measurements.
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A Fashion Extravaganza

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Students decide what body measurements they need to make garments such as a pair of pants. They make a list, and work with a partner to take and record those measurements in centimeters. They discuss the use of centimeters.
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Polygonal Strings

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders apply knowledge of how to calculate the area and perimeter of triangles. They determine why it is inappropriate to measure the area of land by its perimeter which is done in certain areas of New Guinea. They complete a...

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