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It's All in the Translation

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students compare and contrast translations of Greek literature. In this dramatic literature lesson plan, students read and perform passages from four different translations of Euripides's Hecuba. Students discuss how the translations...
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Twain: An American Humorist

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students examine American humor and character through analysis of works by Mark Twain. For this cross curricular lesson, students develop a definition of American humor and determine how and why some consider Twain the 'first truly...
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Vocabulary Definitions and Using Sentences

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders create sentences in a quiz form that have a blank in it for their vocabulary word. In this vocabulary lesson plan, the other students in the class try to figure out which word goes in the sentences.
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Anthem Questions

For Students 9th - Higher Ed
In this reading comprehension worksheet, students respond to 11 short answer and essay questions based on themes in Ayn Rand's Anthem.
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Dawdle Duckling

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
Learners read the book Dawdle Duckling and complete different activities about the book. Students research the wetlands, research ducks, complete an oil and water experiment, map a cove, and more.
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Kente Straw Weavings

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders explore world culture by creating an arts and crafts project in class. In this weaving lesson plan, 4th graders identify the Kente culture and their uses for straw and other natural elements in their communities. Students...
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Edinburgh Festival Lessons That Teach About Culture And Art

For Teachers 7th - 12th
The Edinburgh Festival provides a way for students to explore lesson plans about opera, theater, and music.
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Poetry: Imitation As The Sincerest Form Of Flattery

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners pick a poet to conduct research from. They read and recite one of the works of poetry. Then using critical analysis find methods of construction in order to create a similar personal poem. The poem is then posted on the internet...
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Communication Through Photography

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders analyzed photos, which were used to complete a group story with photo. The project was designed to develop skills in and positive attitudes toward reading, writing, and oral presentations.
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Supreme Court Rulings

For Teachers 10th
Become familiar with the constitution and amendments with an in depth opportunity to utilize media center resources. Groups of students focus on an amendment then make a presentation to the class.
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The Editing Process

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Learners in upper-level college-bound English classes review the editing process and terms such as, tone, diction, transition, and conclusion. They read and evaluate a sample essay and identify parts they feel they could improve on. ...
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What's Fit to Print?

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students evaluate how newspapers are constructed and evaluate the extent to which newspapers serve their readers' interests.
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Surveying New Territory

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students explore recent research linking economic status with student behavior. They design their own studies that investigate how different variables are related to student performance in particular subject areas.
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Parent's Choice

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students evaluate Web sites offering services, programs and supplies for Students. They write Web guides, directing parents and guardians to useful information, and write letters to companies offering recommendations for improving sites.
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The Daily Waste Times

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students describe qualities of a newspaper article that make it effective. They define waste and identify local waste problems and practices, and select one component of a newspaper which communicates about the issue. issues of waste...
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The Decisive Moment

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students explore Henri Cartier-Bresson's life and photographic work. They think about Mr. Cartier-Bresson's famous "decisive moment," and reflect on their understanding of decisive moments through photos they capture from their...
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Study of an Artist

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders research an artist, write a short report and do an oral presentation.
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Book Education, Work and Play in One Building

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students gain an understanding as to how the development of different institutions can differ and evolve with time. This lesson focuses on the development of Gary, Indiana's schools in the early 1900's.
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EX-SLAVE NARRATIVES

For Teachers 8th - 9th
Students read narratives of ex-slaves and then in groups write and act in their plays.
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Composing Communities in College

For Teachers 9th - Higher Ed
Learners conduct research about a local community of interest using observation, interviews and written sources. They follow the writing process and produce an essay on the topic.
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What's the Deal With Nature?

For Teachers 12th
Twelfth graders read the poem "Crossing the Swamp" and "Pipefish" then discuss the use of metaphor in each poem. They write a poem about how they feel about school using a nature metaphor.
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To Tell the Truth: Will the Real Warren G. Harding Please Step Forward!

For Teachers 10th
Tenth graders play the role of historians, working to become experts on Warren G. Harding's private and public life. They become contestants in a simulation of the popular 1970s television show "To Tell the Truth".
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Mask Form - Mixed Media Collage Relief

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students create a work of around around a theme of natures - or identity (using personal items). They create a relief sculpted face or mask, and write about works of art.
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Challenges in Changing the Face of a City

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers examine a video in which people want to change the city of Oakland, California. They decide on the best course of action.

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