Shakespeare Uncovered
Suits of Woe: Grief and Loss in Hamlet
“Thou know’st ‘tis common; all that lives must die/Passing through nature to eternity.” Grief, and the response to grief and loss, is the focus of a series of activities that uses Hamlet as a launchpad. Groups examine Act I, scene ii to...
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A Poem About Sadness
In this emotional health worksheet, students explore the feelings of sadness, grief and loss by first reading and decorating a poem which states that it is all right to feel sad. Students color emotion pictures and discuss as a group why...
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Coping with loss
Students explore ways of dealing with death or grief. They participate in empathy exercises and in small groups discuss how death is perceived in society. In addition, they write a paragraphs in response to provided questions.
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Management of Grief and Loss
Fifth graders learn of coping behaviors related to grief and loss. They recognize the tasks associated with the grief and loss process. They also have an opportunity to identify common ways literary characters cope with loss.
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Diophantus' Epitaph
In this epitaph learning exercise, students read a poem and write an algebraic equation from the given riddle. Students solve the equation to determine the age of Diophantus at his death. This one-page learning exercise...
Novelinks
Tuesdays with Morrie: K-W-H-L Strategy
Readers of Tuesdays with Morrie are directed to use a K-W-H-L chart to record what they know, what they want to learn, how they will find information, and what they learned about a particular topic related to Mitch Albom's book.
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Lincoln and the War’s Larger Meaning
Students analyze Abraham Lincoln's view of the Civil War. In this American Civil War activity, students read excerpts of Lincoln's speeches to determine whether he had a dual view of the war. Students respond to discussion questions...
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Missing May
In this Missing May worksheet, students read the book Missing May and answer short answer questions about it. Students answer 17 questions.
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Idenfigy Genre and Sub-genre
In this identifying genre and sub-genre worksheet, learners read descriptions of text, genre and sub-genre and explain their answers.
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Missing May
Third graders use a map of their state and find unusual names of towns and communities. They select three to five of the more unusual names and develop a plot that could use the town as a setting. Students write a synopsis for possible...
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Kids Health: Somebody in My Friend's Family Died
Death is a very difficult thing to deal with for all of us. If you have a friend who has recently 0lost someone, you may be wondering how you can help. Chances are, that friend is not acting the way she/he normally does and you want to...
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Pbs Teachers: Dealing With Death Discussion Guide
Examine experiences and thoughts about death, specifically about the death of a loved one, terminal illness and bereavement support groups. Explore poetry or songs about death and dying and discuss the writer's intent and students' own...
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Pbs Teachers: Understanding Different Views on Death
Examine how people come to understand and deal with death in their own ways, and examine the importance of expressing emotions and values surrounding the issue. Analyze how death is portrayed in the media and popular culture.
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Kids Health: Death and Grief
This site from Family Doctor.org gives information on the topic of death and grief.
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Pbs Teachers: Defining and Discussing Death
Develop an awareness of the kinds of losses that one may experience as a human being and the different ways people deal with them. Discuss experiences with dying and the emotions involved, and participate in an imaginary scenario dealing...
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Beyond Indigo: Dealing With Grief and Loss
This site offers information on dying and aspects of death affecting surviving family members
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Kids Health: My Pet Died How Can I Feel Better
Pets can be thought of as very special friends and losing one can be a very sad time. Read this article from Kids Health to find out what to do if your pet dies.
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Elisabeth Kubler Ross Foundation
This is the official site for Elisabeth Kubler-Ross (1926-2004 CE), author of the groundbreaking "Death and Dying." Includes much information on her life, works, and related organizations.
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Kids Health: Somebody in My Friend's Family Died, What Should I Do?
How would you help your friend if someone important to them died? Learn how people grieve and what you can do to make things easier for them.
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Pbs Mister Rogers' Neighborhood: If Your Child Asks About Fred Rogers' Death
PBS provides helpful tips for parents and teachers in talking with children about Fred Rogers' death, and death in general.
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Love After Death
Valuable articles and practical information on how grief affects our relationships.
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Aspca: Aspca Kids: When a Pet Dies
Brief and compassionate guidance for coping with the death of a pet.
Library of Congress
Loc: Poetry 180: Some Clouds
This poem is about how one person deals with a loved one's death.
University of Washington
Uwscc: Healthy Grieving
Information on grief and answers to questions about grieving, death, and changing family dynamics.