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A Study of Cross-Cultural Connections

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders analyze connections between Asia and Europe in the pre-Renaissance period. They identify and analyze elements of Japanese and Chinese culture similiar to that of feudal Europe.
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Notes to a Mathematician

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders analyze the likelihood of simple events.
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Contributions in Society

For Teachers 1st
First graders explore Canadian history by investigating the First Nations. In this Canadian heritage lesson plan, 1st graders identify the contributions made by the First Nations to the country of Canada. Students collaborate to create a...
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Catherine, Called Birdy: September, October, and November

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Middle schoolers create questions pertaining to Catherine, Called Birdy.  In this Catherine, Called Birdy lesson, students predict the type of book from the cover and discuss the style.  Middle schoolers relate their questions...
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New York State Testing Program: Grade 3 Mathematics

For Students 3rd
In this New York testing worksheet, 3rd graders solve a total of 25 multiple choice problems covering a wide variety of grade 3 concepts.
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Scratch Art

For Teachers 1st - 5th
Students create a piece of art using crayons, black paint and toothpicks. They cover a paper with bright crayon color, paint over the crayons with black paint and then scratch a design over the black paint in a an outline of their choice.
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New York State Testing Program: Mathematics Grade 5

For Students 5th
For this New York state grade 5 math test, 5th graders complete a set of 26 problems covering a wide variety of 5th grade math concepts.
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New York State Testing Program Math Release questions grade 8

For Students 8th - 10th
In this algebra and geometry activity, students solve seven varying math problems.  This activity will help prepare students for standardized tests covering algebra and geometry.
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New York State Testing Program: Mathematics Test Grade 3

For Students 3rd
In this grade 3 math test worksheet, 3rd graders complete a total of 31 problems covering a wide variety of grade 3 match concepts.
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New York State Testing Program: Mathematics Grade 4

For Students 4th
In this grade 4 mathematics testing worksheet, 4th graders complete a total of 48 questions covering a wide range of 4th grade science concepts.
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New York State Testing: Mathematics Grade 5

For Students 5th
In this NY state grade 5 math testing worksheet, 5th graders complete a total of 26 problems covering a wide variety of 5th grade math concepts. 
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Make Your Own Sketchbook

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students create and assemble a sketchbook from assorted materials. They use various media to create the cover design of the sketchbook, then create sketch ideas for the weekly sketches.
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Instructors Lesson Plan for 9-Patch Pizzazz

For Teachers Higher Ed
Students make a gorgeous quilt in six hour day! Students bring their own fabric to class, and create a quilt in six hours. The attached handout is copywrite protected, and students must purchase a copy of the book, "9-Patch Pizzazz" if...
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Identifying Pennsylvania Watersheds

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders study and identify the six major drainage systems in Pennsylvania.  In this watershed activity students read an article, complete an activity and take a quiz on what they learned. 
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New York State Testing Program: Mathematics Grade 3

For Students 3rd
In this NY state grade 3 math test, 3rd graders solve a total of 31 problems that cover a wide variety of grade 3 math concepts.
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New York State Testing Program: Mathematics-Grade 4

For Students 4th
In this New York testing program worksheet, 4th graders complete a total of 39 problems that cover a wide variety of 4th grade math concepts.
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New York State Testing-Grade 4 Mathematics

For Students 4th
In this New York State Testing Program worksheet, 4th graders complete a total of 48 problems that cover a wide variety of grade 4 math concepts.
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New York State Testing Program Grade 8 Mathematics Test

For Students 8th
In this eighth grade mathematics worksheet, 8th graders are presented with questions indicative of those on the eighth grade mathematics examination.  The twelve page worksheet contains six free response questions that cover a...
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Chinese Kites

For Teachers 1st
First graders investigate the concept of kite making in the culture of China. They design and create their own kites. The purposes of making kites is discussed and the question of a kite's functionality is covered.
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Name Plaque

For Teachers K - 5th
Students create name plaques that are decorated in colors and designs that reveal aspects of their individual personalities.
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Storybook Art

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students read the book Swimmy, by Leo Lionni. They study his method of illustrating and then create an underwater scene of their own using the same method.
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Incorporating Literature into Social Studies Teaching and Learning

For Teachers Higher Ed
Pupils engage in a study of incorporating literature into the Social Studies classroom. They review a variety of literature sources and then create a bulletin board with the information. Then students practice using the Reader's Theater...
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Clock Puzzles

For Students 2nd - 5th
In this clock puzzle worksheet, students cut out the 12 clock puzzle pieces and the 12 time puzzle pieces. They then match the clock pieces to the correct time pieces. For example, students would match the 1:00 time piece to the clock...
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The Plan of Government under the U.S. Constitution

For Teachers 8th - 11th
Students explore the U.S. plan for federal government. In this U.S. Constitution lesson, students investigate a chart on the responsibilities of the Executive, Judicial, and Legislative Branches of governments. Students complete a...