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Similar or Not?
Fifth graders define the meaning of similar and congruent using concrete objects. They make similar and congruent figures using geoboards. They draw their figures on dot paper, and color their designs.
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Changing unhealthy eating habits
Learners identify the elements of a balanced diet, then compile a daily diet and exercise log to assess their lifestyles and improve them if applicable. They recognize and explain the importance of proper nutrition practices.
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Farm Census
Young scholars disuss the work of a farmer. They recognize and name farm animals to represent the information in a pictogram.
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Be Healthy for School
In this health worksheet, students learn the importance of healthy eating and fitness to do well in school. Students read the information and answer 6 essay questions about healthy foods and sports they enjoy.
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Sports and Geometry
Students investigate shapes in sports. In this geometry instructional activity, students identify geometric shapes in sports equipment, fields, etc. Students present their findings.
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Using Circumference
Students participate in a activity that covers the concept of finding the circumference of a circle. The teacher covers relevant vocabulary with the students. They work in groups to measure objects and calculate the formula to find the...
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"Ball Bounce" Quadratic Functions
Young scholars manipulate a ball and explore quadratic functions. In this algebra lesson, students analyze the graph of a quadratic function. They identify quadratic properties.
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Equipment Fun/Forming Groups
Students practice creative and safe play using P.E. equipment by themselves and with a partner.
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21 - Football
Students practice catching and throwing while being defended and defending areas of a field.
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Toys in Space
Pupilsexplore how gravity affects the operation of toys and simple machines. They watch a video and experiment with simple machines.
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Halloween Stations
Students rotate through Halloween named stations in the gym using their throwing and striking skills.
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Project EMPOWER: Awareness of Differences
Students explore the differences of others. They examine ways in which they can respect the differences between individuals. Students explore the ways in which people are similar and they recognize stereotypes they make.
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Lucky Rock and Roll Fitness
Learners jog around the cones while the music plays. When the music stops they all stop at the various numbered cones. One student rolls the first die to determine which exercise they perform. A second student rolls the second die to...
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Graph the Density of Fruit
Fifth graders review the definition of mass and volume. They calculate and graph the density of various types of fruit while working in groups on a spreadsheet program. They look at how size of the fruit can be similar but the weight is...
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Olemmpics
Students explore Olympic sports and competition. After a brief discussion of the structure and purpose of the Olympics, students complete an Olympic themed competition complete with games, ceremonies, and medals.
Utah Education Network
Uen: Lower Grade Basketball Activities
Students will learn basic basketball skills and drills during this lesson. Different types of dribbles and tosses are the foci during the lesson.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Centers for Disease Control: Bam! Basketball
Here you can find all kinds of great information on basketball! Find out what kind of equipment you will need to get started, how to play it safe, some fun facts, and some tips on the basics (such as how to dribble, pass, and shoot a...
Vocabulary University
My vocabulary.com: Basketball March Madness
This page offers a variety of vocabulary puzzles and activities using vocabulary pertaining to basketball. It also provides an extensive Vocabulary Word List for Basketball (317 words).
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Centers for Disease Control: Body and Mind: Activity Cards
Learn about sports and activities you can participate in to get in shape and have fun. Click on the name of a specific sport and read an "Activity card," with information on sports gear, safety, and more.
PE Central
Pe Central: Basketball Mania
In this activity, students practice dribbling a ball and making shots from different zones, varying in distance from the basket. Includes ideas for "keeping score" and varying the activity.
PE Central
Pe Central: Pe Lesson Ideas: Lincoln Avenue Basketball
Students able to move while dribbling a basketball are ready to practice offensive and defensive strategies and skills. At this website, read about an activity through which students work on their individual skills in one-on-one matches...
PE Central
Pe Central: Macarena Basketball Review
Middle schoolers review basic basketball skills-- dribbling, faking, shooting, and chest-passing-- while moving to the beat of music. This website includes a description of the activity as well as ideas for varying the lesson and...
PE Central
Pe Central: Pe Lesson Ideas: Freeze
At this website, read about a variation of basketball that allows students to score points just by being near the basketball basket. Includes ideas for varying the lesson and assessing students' participation.
ClassFlow
Class Flow: Allie's Basketball Dream
[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart is based on the Harcourt Series - Allie's Basketball Dream. Explore the Vocabulary words, Main Idea, Spelling Word Activities, Synonyms, and story plot.