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Curated OER

Enjoying Puerto Rican Artistts

For Teachers K - 4th
Students examine artwork done by artists from Puerto Rico. As a class, they discuss each piece of work based on the elements used. They use the internet to research the lives of the artists and develop their own opinions on the art...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Creating a New Society

For Teachers 5th - Higher Ed
Young scholars must decide which laws be followed and how many freedoms be allowed in a new society they create. This lesson works well for students of most levels - except beginners - as the subject brings out many opinions.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

The Highwayman

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders re-read the story "The Highwayman" understanding the term "narrative verse". As a paired activity, they predict who or what might be the audience and provide feedback.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Getting to Know You

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders explore different types of poetry and illustrate their own experiences through creating their own poem. In this getting to know you lesson, 3rd graders create and recite their poems with a self-portrait.
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Naxos Digital Services

Naxos Digital Services: Education Glossary of Music Terms

For Students 9th - 10th
Classical music label Naxos provides brief definitions of musical terms.
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Leaf Group

E How: How to Learn About Classical Music?

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource explains how to learn about classical music, and covers the evolution, styles, and vocabulary of this important musical genre.
Website
PBS

Classics for Kids: Musical Dictionary

For Students Pre-K - 1st
This online music dictionary offers more than just definitions. Most terms have vocalized pronunciations and audio examples, as well.
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Other

Vance Holmes's Fantastic Tap Dance Dictionary

For Students 9th - 10th
Searchable glossary of terminology common in tap dance, compiled by Vance Holmes, M.F.A., choreographer, and dance educator. Links to other dance and music dictionaries.