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Lord of the Flies Intensely Important Quotes

For Students 11th - 12th
In this Lord of the Flies quotes learning exercise, students explain how the 11 given quotes contributes to the development of each of the targeted literary elements.
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A Picture’s Worth a Thousand Words

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Young scholars examine historical photographs and discuss what the photograph reveals and how they can contribute to writing. In this response to literature  students choose a photograph and develop a paragraph around it.
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A Look Back

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students explore the contributions of women in the field of mathematics.  For this middle or high school mathematics lesson, students use their reading and listening skills to examine lesson targeted at the stereotype of women having...
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Pythagorean Theorem

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students explore the history of Pythagoras and his contributions to mathematics. For this middle school geometry lesson, students use one inch tiles to investigate the Pythagorean Theorem and to find the length of the sides of a right...
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The Body of Christ

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders consider their own unique talents. In this church body lesson, 7th graders identify their personal contributions to the Body of Christ. Students create a collage and work with partners in a trust building exercise.
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Mayan History

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students examine Mayan contributions to the world. In this Mesoamerican culture lesson, students view a slideshow about the Maya and then peruse books about the accomplishments of the culture. Students create charts that highlight Mayan...
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Breaking Barriers

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers examine the context of a speech delivered by Barack Obama. For this African-American history lesson, students discuss the 15th Amendment and the American Civil Rights Movement prior to analyzing Barack Obama's speech "A...
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Diversity - Grade 8

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders consider the diversity of the First Nations cultures in Canada. For this cultural diversity lesson, 8th graders research the cultural groups of the First Nations as well as their contributions to Canadian society. Students...
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Diversity - Grade 7

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders consider the diversity of the First Nations cultures in Canada. For this cultural diversity lesson, 7th graders research the cultural groups of the First Nations as well as their contributions to Canadian society....
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Mother Jones

For Students 6th - 12th
In this online interactive history instructional activity, students respond to 8 essay and short answer questions about Mother Jones and her contributions to the Progressive Movement.
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Two Trustworthy Texans

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students read essays.  For this character education lesson, students read about two Texans, answer question about them and discuss their contributions.
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Agriculture in the Desert

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Students explore human migration. In this human migration lesson, students investigate multiple factors contributing to the growth of major Arizona cities.  Students discover the processes, patterns, and functions of human settlement.
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From Bolls to Bolts

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders explore the economic effects of the colonization of North America. In this Social Studies lesson, 5th graders examine the economic  and cultural results that occurred due to North America entering the market. Students...
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The Next Logical Step in Astronomy

For Teachers 5th - 10th
Students research future astronomy endeavors and how the exploration with contribute to astronomy and humanity. In this astronomy lesson plan, students research, present, and debate the topics as a class.
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Now's the Time to Learn About the Ancient Greek Olympics

For Teachers 4th - 8th
You can take advantage of the history of the Olympic Games to teach about the contributions of the Ancient Greeks.
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Memorandum Regarding the Enlistment of Navajo Indians

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students examine the Navajo dictionary used by the U.S. military in W.W. II. They role-play Navajo messengers and Marine Corp staff. They research the Battle of Iwo Jima and confirm or discount the claim that Navajos made the victory...
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Civil Service Reform: Senate Debates

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students examine the 1883 Pendleton Civil Service Reform Act. They discuss the spoils system, answer discussion questions, read and analyze speeches, complete a worksheet summarizing their findings, and report their findings to the class.
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Native Americans and Giving

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students explore the concept of philanthropy. In this Brother Eagle, Sister Sky: The Words of Chief Seattle lesson, students examine the plight of Native Americans and explore Native Americans' quest for the "common good."
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Benjamin Franklin Tercentenary

The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Need a model for character education? Benjamin Franklin presents himself as in a constant state of striving to become the man he hoped to be, making his autobiography is far more accessible to learners than those of people who consider...
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Factors Contributing to Effective Workplaces in Travel and Tourism

For Teachers Higher Ed
Students investigate the hallmarks of effective organizations in the travel and tourism industry. They locate examples of high performing organizations in this industry.
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Using What's in the Truck?: A Short Vowel Book

For Teachers 1st - 3rd Standards
From bats and hats to pigs and fish, your youngsters will fill a truck with items that contain all the short vowel sounds using this great printable mini-booklet.
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Facing History and Ourselves

Us and Them: Confronting Labels and Lies

For Teachers 8th - 12th Standards
Stereotyping and discrimination based on religion catalyze many atrocities in the world. Explain the awful treatment of Jews and the lies Nazis spread by using an informative yet sensitive resource. Learners participate in a warm-up and...
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Phineas Gage: “How Do You Get Through Hard Times?” Chalk Talk

For Teachers 6th - 8th Standards
Hold a discussion in writing about coping strategies to prepare your pupils for reading Phineas Gage: A Gruesome but True Story About Brain Science by John Fleischman. After journaling, pupils come up in an organized fashion and write...
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Touching Spirit Bear: The Literary Mandala

For Teachers 6th - 8th Standards
Even someone with a dark side can make a good decision—and vice versa. Readers explore Cole's traits and decisions in Ben Mikaelson's Touching Spirit Bear and analyze his sunside and shadowside. They identify a symbol that best...

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