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Identifying Wetlands
Students describe three major categories of indicators that are used to delineate wetlands. In this wetlands lesson students visit a wetland and make observations then complete an activity using the soil.
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What's Occurring in Sudan?
Students participate in an activity designed to show them how minority groups are discriminated against in Sudan. In groups, they read stories about the Sudanese rebellion and complete worksheets.
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Political Ramifications of the American Revolution
Students, in groups, research a topic from the Revolutionary War. They present their research to the class as a review and the instructor summarizes important information. They take a test on the presented topics.
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The Uprising of 1934
Students complete a series of activities such as wriing letters to the president, creating collages, analysing photos and newspapers, and journaling related to the strike of 1934.
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Fallout
Students view a short film about the results of dropping the atomic bomb at the end of World War II. They research controversies surrounding the use of the bomb and nuclear weapons. They write two editorials about the issue.
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Keep The Ball Rolling
High schoolers are introduced to new vocabulary associated with a topic of their choice. In partners, they are to keep the conversation going by using the new vocabulary and proper tenses. They are graded based on a rubric given to them...
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How Psychologists Do Research
Students discover how psychologists complete their research on different topics. In groups, they describe the elements of an experiment and the importance of sampling during research. They identify ethical issues in their research and...
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Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Eighth graders read and discuss Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Then they invent a candy bar, name it and draw a picture of it. Finally, they write a short descriptive paragraph about it.
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Propane Incident in Clayton, North Carolina
Students assume the role of members of the state fire marshal's office and develop a plan for the Fire Chief of Clayton on how the derailment of tank cars of propane in downtown Clayton should be handled. Students investigate any...
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Internet Versus Daily Newspapers
Seventh graders address a series of questions based on Bloom's Taxonomy. Students find a position to be formulated and defended, specifically the Internet newspaper or the traditional daily newspaper. Students create a five card...
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Raids and Arrests of Enemy Aliens
Student read background summary information and debate how much control did the government require to keep the nation safe. They research how World War II restrictions on enemy lines were enforced and how it related to the U.S....
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Homelessness:Key Terms
Students explore the concept of homelessness. In this social issues lesson, students research homelessness through key terms, in order explore the concept in more depth.
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Dialogue: Languagae Learning
In this dialogue about language learning worksheet, students read questions and answers concerning learning various languages.
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Breaking News English: Hurricane Katrina Kills Hundreds
In this English activity, students read "Hurricane Katrina Kills Hundreds," and then respond to 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.
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Security Is...
Students brainstorm examples of how they have heard or seen the word "security" used. Examples might include: security blanket, Social Security, security deposit, or security guards. They create a class list of responses, then create a...
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Kids Health: First Aid & Safety
This website includes several links that will help you learn first-aid skills that you might need to use in emergency situations. Learn how to deal with allergic reactions, animal bites, fevers, heat illness, nosebleeds, and other...
Ready
Ready: Welcome to Ready Kids!
An engaging site developed by the Department of Homeland Security to teach students how to prepare for emergency situations. Loaded with learning activities, games, songs, lesson plans, and printable worksheets that are designed to help...
National Institutes of Health
Niehs: Pandemic Flu..what to Do, What to Do!
What is "pandemic flu", what can you do to help, and how can you stay healthy? For parents, there is a checklist to follow for planning ahead for emergency situations.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Meet the Helpers
Many children have questions and can feel uneasy when emergencies occur in their communities. The Meet the Helpers toolkit is designed to introduce "helpers" and explain the role they play in emergency situations. Included in the toolkit...
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Kids Health: Teaching Your Child How to Use 911
Everyone needs to know about calling 911 in an emergency. But kids also need to know the specifics about what an emergency is. This article gives a list of when to call 911 and pointers on how to talk to the 91 1 operator.
Read Works
Read Works: First Aid, First Response
[Free Registration/Login Required] This passage contains brief directions about how to manage emergency situations. This passage is a stand-alone curricular piece that reinforces essential reading skills and strategies and establishes...
Ready
Ready: Kids: Be a Hero
How prepared are you and your family if a disaster would occur? Kids, parents, and teachers can use this site to find tips to help prepare for multiple disaster situations. Included are learning games for kids, FAQ's and an emergency kit...
Other
Action Against Hunger: Acf Usa
Non-profit humanitarian organization dedicated to saving lives by "eliminating hunger through prevention, detection, and treatment of malnutrition, especially during and after emergency situations of conflict, war and natural disaster".
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St. John: First Aid Tips for Burns
Simple information taken from the "St. John First Aid Manual," on how to manage and cover injuries caused by burns. Organized into bullet-point notes, this is a good reference for an emergency situation.