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Comparing Sparta and Athens

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students are taught the differences between totalitarianism and democracy. They discuss the historical roots of the democratic tradition. Students are introduced to the term totalitarianism and are told that it is a form of government...
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Jack / Kate and the BeanStalk

For Teachers 3rd - 11th
Students compare/contrast "Jack and the Beanstalk," by Steven Kellogg to "Kate and the Beanstalk," by Mary Pope Osborne. They discuss their character traits, stereotypes and "Bend Stereotypes" by modeling and demonstrating them within a...
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Diseases

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders create a type of notebook or journal using colored copy paper on which to take notes. They complete research on a certain disease and report on it and then design their own disease causing bacteria or virus. Finally, 6th...
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Poor Richard's Almanack

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Pupils discover what "Poor Richard's Almanack" is and identify at least one element of good writing used by Benjamin Franklin and his work. They then identify what makes some of Benjamin Franklin's sayings applicable today and create a...
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Gender, Age, and Health

For Teachers 10th - 12th
In this gender, age, and health in American society worksheet, young scholars respond to 7 short answer questions and answer 13 fill in the blank questions regarding their role in American culture.
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Climate and Cultures of Africa

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students gain an understanding of the relationship between climate and culture in the sub- Saharan Africa. Students will complete short exercises pertaining to the various cultures of Africa and the climate in which they live....
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Dinosaurs Were Real!

For Teachers Pre-K - 3rd
Students investigate the history of dinosaurs, as real animals. In this dinosaur lesson plan, students examine basic concepts that help them understand the history of all life. Included in this article is information on the world of the...
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Art to Zoo: Celebration

For Teachers Pre-K - 3rd
Learners research and develop a report on birthday rituals around the world. In this research lesson plan, students compare birthday rituals from other cultures to their own. Images and resources are included.
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Lift and Drag: Principles of Flight and the Soaring Imagination

For Teachers 2nd - 8th
Learners construct models of early gas balloons and gliders. In this balloon and glider lesson, students create models of early gas balloons and gliders, discover how the forces of lift and drag effect aircraft in flight, and put on...
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Teaching With the Power of Objects

For Teachers Pre-K - 3rd
Students define value of an object. In this value lesson plan, students identify reasons for collecting objects, compile a personal inventory of items they find valuable, and then define why those items are valuable to them. In step two...
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Building Bridges: Living in a Diverse Society

For Teachers Pre-K - 3rd
Students participate in various activities that help them build esteem, and explore racism. In this multicultural lesson plan, Students increase their awareness of, and appreciation for, cultural differences and similarities. This...
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History Close to Home: Creating Your Own Special Museum

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
Students create their own museum exhibit. In this museum creation lesson plan, students research their local history so they can decide on a theme for their exhibit and what objects they will use in order to design a museum exhibit. A...
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India: Where Remarkable Differences Are Ordinary

For Teachers 1st - 6th
Students research India and Indian culture. In this Indian research lesson plan, students research and report on the lives of Indian children. The report will be in the form of a mock interview between a journalist and an Indian child....
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Learning from Letters and Other Mail

For Teachers Pre-K - 3rd
Students explore the history of our mail system. In this postal lesson plan, students evaluate mail as a means of communication, create a mail system in their classroom where they can send and receive mail. Once the students receive...
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Playing Historical Detective: Great Grandmother's Dress and Other Clues to the Life and Times of Annie Steel

For Teachers Pre-K - 8th
Students draw conclusions about an mystery person based on documents and artifacts provided. In this drawing conclusions instructional activity, students become detectives by reading and analyzing evidence provided. This instructional...
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Germs and How to Fight Them

For Teachers K - 5th
Students learn how important it is to stay healthy. In this germ lesson plan, student learn what germs are and the effect they have on healthy bodies and explore how important it is to keep their bodies healthy through a classroom...
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"Little" Brothers Share Big Bond

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Pupils listen to the story Little Brothers Share Big Bond and answer comprehension questions. In this instructional activity on acceptance, students use various areas of reading (vocabulary, fluency, comprehension) to promote compassion...
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Sculpting a Modern Hero

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Young scholars examine the sculpture of the Greek hero Herakles. In this visual arts lesson, students choose a modern hero and create a sculpture that features the hero’s identity and attributes.
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Time Capsule and Other End Of The Year Activities

For Teachers Pre-K - K
Students develop hand/eye coordination and fine motor skills as they use scissors and other materials to make a time capsule. In this time capsule lesson, students use paper, scissors, glue, and other materials to develop these skills.
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How to Combine Sentences

For Teachers 3rd - 9th
Students practice combining sentences. In this writing lesson, students view essays and discuss how it can be revised, using sentence combining. Students practice this skill in their own essays.
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People Who Work

For Teachers K - 2nd
Young scholars chart volunteers they are familiar with in school, church or in the community. In this nonprofit jobs, lesson plan students understand that all members of a community need to take responsibility in that community. Young...
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Breathing and Exercise

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students observe and record how breathing changes with physical activities.  In this physical activity instructional activity students form groups and complete their activity and worksheets.
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Adventures of Huckleberry Finn Lesson Plan

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students practice their writing skills. In this writing perspective instructional activity, students review The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn and consider the points of view of the main characters. Students write descriptions of a...
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The Impact of Hazelwood on School Publications

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders explore the Supreme Court Case Hazelwood School District v. Kuhlmeier.  In this American Government lesson, 9th graders research the recent history of censorship and how the courts have been involved in either...

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