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Lively Math
Scholars realize the importance of reading and correct interpretation when engaging in mathematical problem solving. This begins with the understanding of vocabulary and the translation from numeric to algebraic and algebraic to numeric.
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Guest Teacher Plans: 1st Grade
Have you ever gone to work when you needed to stay home but didn't because the thought of making substitute plans was too daunting? Don't feel that way anymore with a template designed for first grade equipped with general classroom...
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Guest Teacher Plans (Grade 2)
Be prepared the next time you're in need of a substitute with a daily plan equipped with an assortment of activities covering subjects math, reading, word work, writing, and science.
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Study Buddies- Estimating Products
In this math worksheet, students work with a partner to practice estimating products using rounding. They discuss the process of rounding and whether multiplying the rounded numbers is easier or more difficult than multiplying the...
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Fiction or Nonfiction? Considering the Common Core's Emphasis on Informational Text
Nothing aids in comprehension more than an explanation and understanding of why things are done. Address why the Common Core requires the reading percentages that it established and analyze how this affects your readers. Learners read...
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N is for Natural State
For any pupils who live in the state of Arkansas, this would be a fabulous educational experience to help them get to know their state better. Through the use of activities in literature, art, mathematics, science, social studies, and...
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My Reading Words in My Social Studies Book?
Connect social studies and language arts using this resource. After studying root words, have learners locate five words from their social studies book that have a prefix, suffix, or root word. This puts a new twist on practicing basic...
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Intermediate General Review Test
For this revision worksheet, learners correct the mistakes in sentences, combine sentences, insert verbs in sentences, and more. Students complete 4 problems total.
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Dinosaurs: "If I had a Dinosaur"
First graders analyze what it would be like to own a dinosaur. In this dinosaur writing lesson, 1st graders review knowledge and key terms about dinosaurs in order to complete a one paragraph creative writing assignment. Students compile...
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Flutter Farm
Sixth graders complete activities to examine butterflies and their habitats. In this butterfly habitat lesson, 6th graders research butterflies and their habitats to help them investigate how to make a butterfly garden. Students complete...
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Manatee Endangered
High schoolers (or middle schoolers) research the endangered manatee and the Endangered Species Act. They choose a local animal that is threatened or endangered and attempt to find out what is being done to protect it. Short, but sweet,...
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Classifying and Measuring Angles
Fifth graders explore the three types of angles. In this math lesson, 5th graders estimate the measure of angles and draw the angles using a protractor.
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How Healthy is the Wetland?
Students explore wetlands. In this ecology instructional activity, students visit a wetland site and collect data about the wetland functions. Students record their results and use the data recorded to rate the wetland site on its function.
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Recycling for Raptors
Students write persuasive letters in support of the Recycling for Raptors campaign. They review raptor groups and names and categorize the raptor species and the groups which they belong. They research businesses, schools, and...
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Geography
Second graders study and review geographical terms for features. They classify those features and locate them on a map. They review geographical features of Tall Tales.
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Researching Stocks on New York Stock Exchange
Sixth graders research to find background information and stock history over the last year about a company listed on the NYSE. They evaluate whether or not they should "invest" in that company. They write a persuasive essay outlining...
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Linguistic Diversity
Learners complete a handout dealing with the languages spoken most frequently at home in Canada. They interview a person with a home language other than English or French. Students contribute to a bulletin board display representing...
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Novel Character Study
Learners complete a character study using a database to compile information from a novel. They design a five slide presentation highlighting the character's reaction to different situations in the book. They write an acrostic poem using...
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Writing an Informal Letter
What is the difference between formal and informal letter writing? Who gets a formal letter? What about an informal letter? This reference page presents different introductions and phrases you might see in each type of letter, and then...
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Breathe Easier With These State Assessment Preparation Ideas
Here are some helpful ideas for preparing students for state assessments.
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Literature - November
Students develop new vocabulary through listening. They listen to comprehend and to obtain information.
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Teaching Telephone English for Business ESP English Classes
Students practice the practical skill of telephone communication. They perform a series of role plays to give them practical experience in the proper way to speak and respond while on the telephone.
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What's Wrong - Intensive Reading
Students discuss the different types of reading and when to use each type. They read passages and try to find the mistake in each sentence.
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Literacy as a Force in the World
Students research and compare economic factors and data mining in Nepal. Students look at data to determine how the Nepalese quality of life compares to other countries and predict whether the literacy rate indicates or influences the...