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Early Explorers

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders examine how the early explorers from Spain and England competed in their search for riches and new lands. They read and discuss text from their book, participate in a debate, and create a poster.
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Harlem Renaissance: Pivotal Period in the Development of Afro-American Culture

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students examine the time period of the Harlem Renaissance. In groups, they compare and contrast the type of art before and after the movement along with the state of society at the time. After reading a book on the topic of their...
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Birthday Customs

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
Learners are introduced to the customs and origins of a variety of common birthday celebrations. They work in groups to research common birthday customs and history and then make individual books highlighting a custom that has meaning to...
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Our Global Community

For Teachers 1st
First graders experience literature which shows how communities live around the world. In this global community lesson, 1st graders read books such as Whoever You Are, by Mem Fox and create a work of art based on their feelings about the...
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The History of Maple Syrup

For Teachers K - 3rd
Students explore the process of harvesting maple syrup. In this science and history instructional activity, students make their own maple syrup and create a picture book that shows the Native American and American pioneer methods of...
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Know your Daemons

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students take a closer look at Pullman's The Golden Compass.  In this current events lesson, students visit the film's interactive website and participate in a discussion about the nature of religion in the book and the film.
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Easter Treats

For Teachers 6th - 11th
Students celebrate Easter. In this current events lesson plan, students visit Fountains Abbey, Cadbury World, The Big Pit, Madame Tussaud's, and Natureland online or in person to participate in Easter activities.
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The Regions In Which I Live

For Teachers 2nd - 5th
Young scholars investigate different regions. Beginning with the idea that a neighborhood is a region, students explore maps to discover that towns, states, and countries can also be considered regions. Young scholars create a book,...
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Distinguishing Clan Roles

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Learners discuss the roles of the 8 Seminole clans: Wind, Panther, Bird, Snake, Bear, Big Town, Deer and Otter. They discuss the matriarchal nature of the Seminole sociey. They interview family members and then create an illustrated...
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Small

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Learners research visual arts by examining a children's book. In this art identification lesson, students discuss the history of art after researching information on the Internet. Learners read the book Small which discusses adjectives...
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The Lavendar Llama

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students define and discuss discrimination after listening to the book The Lavender Llama. They color a worksheet from the book.
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Air Pollution: What Can You Do?

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders read the book "Air Pollution" by Gary Lopez. They reflect on what causes air pollution and write about it in their journals, learning new vocabulary and using it each day.
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The Statue of Liberty -- A Symbol of Freedom

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders explore the Statue of Liberty by reading books and internet cites. They must complete a story web
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Train Of States

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders create a class book with information about each of the United States. After students draw a state name out of a hat, they use various resources to fill in a facts chart about their state. Students draw the state flag and...
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The Splendor of Canada's Provinces and Territories

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders use a map of Canada to label all provinces and territories as well as write information about each location. Using books, they read about each province and territory and write down adjectives describing them. They paint a...
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My Secret War - The WWII Diary of Madeline Beck: Lesson 2

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders explore world history by reading historical fiction. For this World War II lesson, 5th graders read the story My Secret War and identify the importance of fiction when analyzing history. Students answer study questions...
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New Gun Control Politics: A Whimper, Not a Bang

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Using an article from The New York Times, students answer discussion questions about gun control. They are divided into four groups to research different standpoints on gun control, including the Executive Office, Congress, Gun Control...
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Mission System of Texas

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students create a storybook about Texas missions including the history of why they were built. They research and create pictures depicting how and why the missions were built. They write and illustrate the primary groups of people found...
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Singing: "I Mailed Myself to You"

For Teachers 1st
Keeping a steady beat, singing soft, loud, and in unison - sounds like music class to me! First graders practice these skills while listening to the song, "I Mailed Myself to You" for Valentine's Day. This is a simple and age appropriate...
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Children's Literature Across the Curriculum Ideas-The Wheels on the Bus

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students read The Wheels on the Bus by Maryann Kovalski. They complete a variety of cross-curricular activities surrounding the study of travel and transportation. Included are reading, art, math, science, writing, social studies, and...
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Saving Energy And Climate Change

For Teachers K - 1st
Students engage in a activity that is focused upon the concepts of energy and its relationship to climate change. They focus upon the production of greenhouse gases and global warming. Students discuss the climate of different parts of...
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What is Important to You?

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students examine the life of Frida Kahlo, a Mexican artist known for her self-portraits. After discussing her works and life as an artist, students use mirrors to examine their faces and begin drawing their own self-portraits.
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First Grade Economics Unit

For Teachers 1st
First graders begin by studying the differences between a "good" and a "service". They compare items to each other to help comprehend the differences. They also look into the differences between buyers and sellers and how the choices...
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Building Friendships

For Teachers K
Students engage in four separate friendship-building activities. They develop social skills and ethical responsibility by role playing and interacting with each other through reading, art, music and dance.

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