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Discovery Channels

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Young scholars read a New York Times article in order to explore issues about the celebration of Columbus Day. They, working in groups, research the legacy of exploration and colonization. They use the research to create a first person...
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Hmong Among Us

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students examine the Hmong community in Minnesota, then research and write case studies on refugee communities from the top ten countries with approved applications to the U.S. They write first-person stories from the perspective of...
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Making Connections

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students reflect on their experiences and interest in volunteer service. They develop service plans for communities in need around the world and connect them to virtual volunteers.
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Exhibiting Your Knowledge

For Teachers 6th - 10th
Learners are introduced to the various museum functions. In groups, they create a traveling exhibition based on Gutenberg's invention and the first printed book. They share their exhibition with the class and answer any questions presented.
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Put Me Into the Ball Game

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students examine and discuss Jackie Robinson's legacy by reading two articles about Jackie Robinson, one from 2007 and one from 1947. They analyze how he broke the color barriers sixty years ago and how he is honored today and how is...
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Breaking News English: Hawaii Hit by Great Plastic Garbage Patch

For Students 5th - 10th
In this English instructional activity, students read "Hawaii Hit by Great Plastic Garbage Patch," and then respond to 1 essay, 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 2 graphic organizer, 20 matching, and 8 true or...
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Breaking News English: Susan Boyle to Star in Japanese Show

For Students 5th - 10th
In this English worksheet, students read "Susan Boyle to Star in Japanese Show," and then respond to 1 essay, 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.
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Breaking News English: i-Phones Are Now Musical Instruments

For Students 5th - 10th
For this English worksheet, students read "iPhones are Now Musical Instruments," and then respond to 1 essay, 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 10 true or false questions about the selection.
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Breaking News English: Microsoft Launches Bing Decision Engine

For Students 5th - 10th
In this English activity, students read "Microsoft Launches Bing Decision Engine," and then respond to 1 essay, 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 10 true or false questions about the selection.
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Breaking News English: A Million Flee Pakistan-Taliban Fighting

For Students 5th - 10th
For this English worksheet, students read "A Million Flee Pakistan-Taliban Fighting," and then respond to 1 essay, 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 10 true or false questions about the selection.
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Breaking News English: Thousands March Ahead Of G20 Summit

For Students 5th - 10th
In this English worksheet, students read "Thousands March Ahead Of G20 Summit," and then respond to 1 essay, 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.
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Breaking News English: Cloned Dogs in Training to Sniff for Drugs

For Students 5th - 10th
In this English worksheet, students read "Cloned Dogs in Training to Sniff for Drugs," and then respond to 1 essay, 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.
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Breaking News English: Tom Cruise's Son Makes Movie Debut

For Students 5th - 10th
In this English activity, learners read "Tom Cruise's Son Makes Movie Debut," and then respond to 1 essay, 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.
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Breaking News English: Russian Breaks Time-in-Space Record

For Students 5th - 10th
In this English worksheet, students read " Russian Breaks Time-in-Space Record," and then respond to 1 graphic organizer, 27 fill in the blank, 15 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about...
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Breaking News English: Google Delays Book Scanning

For Students 5th - 11th
In this English worksheet, students read "Google Delays Book Scanning," 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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Breaking News English: James Bond, Aged 13

For Students 5th - 10th
In this English worksheet, students read "James Bond, Aged 13," 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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Breaking News English: India-Pakistan Bus Service Resumes after 58 Years

For Students 5th - 10th
In this English worksheet, students read "India-Pakistan Bus Service Resumes after 58 Years," 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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Breaking News English: Marburg Virus Death Toll up to 114

For Students 5th - 10th
In this English worksheet, students read "Marburg Virus Death Toll up to 114," 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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Introduce: The Prefix bi-

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
Students explore language arts by participating in a word construction activity. In this prefix lesson, students discuss what a prefix is, how they are most commonly used and what they mean. Students answer vocabulary questions about the...
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Introduce: The Prefixes en- and em-

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
Students explore language arts by participating in a word structure activity. In this prefix lesson, students discuss the en- and em- prefixes and identify everyday words that include them. Students discuss how a prefix changes the...
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Shaping Ideas: Symbolism in Sculpture

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students participate in a class critique of the symbolic sculptures they created. They critique the work of their peers by responding to questions about the symbolic content and applying criteria for sculpture.
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Visual Arts

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders explore The Banjo Lesson by Henry Ossawa Tanner, The Bath by Mary Cassatt, and Tar Beach by Faith Ringgold.
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Media/Citizenship: Speed 1

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Learners investigate media images of cars and speed. They examine drivers' atitudes to speed by completing an activity sheet and responding to press reports about speeding drivers.
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Science: The Big Sleep and Criminalistics

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students view the film, "The Big Sleep" focusing on the investigation techniques employed by the main character. Throughout the viewing, students respond to essay questions explaining actions by the characters. The questions center on...