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The Census of Marine Life
High schoolers explain diversity and abundance in marine life. In this oceanic biology lesson, students collect information for various geographical areas to collect a census of marine life.
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Dolphins
Students explore sea life. For this cross curriculum fine arts, science, and P.E. "dolphins" lesson, students sing songs and play games about dolphins, perform water experiments, create mosaics, and use their five senses to explore sand...
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Robotics
learners identify and research robots in various roles in society, and create robotic arms and multimedia presentation based on their findings.
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The Red Kangaroo: An Outback Survivor
Students watch an episode of "Nature" about the "Big Red Roos." They create food chains and webs based on the information they've researched on the red kangaroos. They write an editorial on the topic of the killing of kangaroos in the...
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Close Enough?
Students examine how navigation is based on mathematics and how making a mistake in measuring an angle could have an impact on a target. They observe a teacher-led lecture, use a calculator to complete two worksheets, and participate in...
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Figure Analysis
Students identify the importance of the Principles and Elements of design through self-analysis and sketching clothing appropriate for their body type. They write the actual color name on a line of the included sheet, then describe why...
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Counting Candies
Students count, sort, and classify jellybeans by color. They use their data to create a bar graph. Students are given a small bag of jellybeans, and a worksheet on Counting Candies Tally Chart. They work in small groups. Students are...
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Word Web
In this word web graphic organizer worksheet, learners may use the organizer to record words that are related to the same topic. Spaces for a topic word and 8 related words are provided.
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Geometry: Calculating the Area of a Circle
In this area worksheet, learners use the perimeter or radius to determine the area of a circle. This one-page worksheet contains 8 problems. This worksheet may be produced in printed form. Answers may be viewed on-line.
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Understanding the Effects of Currency Exchange Rates
In this algebra learning exercise, students match the currency with the country of origin. They convert between that currency and the US using a foreign exchange conversion table. There are 35 questions.
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Look At Those Leaves!
Students observe and sort tree leaves. In this earth science lesson, students observe the attributes of real leaves and measure leaves using Unifix cubes.
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Hurricane Frequency and Intensity
Students examine hurricanes. In this web-based meteorology instructional activity, students study the relationship between ocean temperature and hurricane intensity. They differentiate between intensity and frequency of hurricanes.
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Volume of Spheres
Students find the volume of spheres. In this geometry lesson, students measure and derive the formula for each shape and solid. They use the correct terminology and units when solving these problems.
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Everybody Needs a Rock
Here is a lesson that rocks! Young scientists choose a rock and list words that describe it. They estimate the mass of their rocks and rank them within a group. They measure their rocks for volume and write a story that somehow includes...
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Examining Estimation
Second graders participate in various activities which help them explain and explain the difference between an estimate and an exact amount.
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Rounding
First graders round to estimate greater sums. After a lecture/demo, 1st graders complete a web lesson on estimation. They practice rounding to the nearest hundred using a restaurant take-out menu.
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Multiplying by 3
Second graders practice the multiples of three as an introduction to multiplying by three.
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Working With Coins
Students arrange coins based on their value. In this coins lesson, students trace and record the value of each coin. Students count up to find the total value of all the coins.
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The Price is Right, So Let's Make Change
Students estimate, calculate, and count back the amount of change needed from purchases made during small group activities.
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Harriet's Halloween Sort
Students listen to the book, Harriet's Halloween Candy, and discuss the many ways Harriet sorted the candy from her trick-or-treat bag. They sort and classify individually wrapped candy.
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The Mathematical Fingerprint of Our Solar System
Pupils study the beautiful mathematical model unique to our solar system.
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Librarian
Students read books, learn about the letter l, and eat pudding all to learn about how to act in a library. In this library lesson plan, students also practice tip toeing around the room.
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Hurray for Arrays and Multiplication
Third graders begin learning about multiplication using arrays. In this multiplication with arrays lesson, 3rd graders interact with tiles on the overhead as they follow the teacher in making arrays. They write multiplication sentences...