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The Civil War: On the Homefront

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders examine the role of Indiana soldiers in the Civil War. In this American Civil War lesson, 8th graders listen to a lecture about the involvement of Indiana soldiers in the war and then analyze letters written home by the...
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Cartoons for the Classroom: Defining the Separation of Power

For Students 8th - 12th
In this current events activity, students analyze a political cartoon about the separation of powers in the American government and respond to 3 talking point questions.
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The Emancipation Proclamation

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students explore the historical importance of the Emancipation Proclamation. In this United States History lesson, students use the internet to research the specific events that were centered around the Emancipation Proclamation, then...
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Pericles and Democracy

For Students 8th - 12th
In this Athenian democracy worksheet, students read a 1-page selection about Periclean democracy and then respond to 27 short answer and fill in the blank questions.
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Model Rockets

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students build a model rocket. In this model rocket lesson, students explore a rocket launch cycle. Students investigate the laws of physics for each part of the launch. Students build model rockets and launch at school.
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Seventh Grade Social Studies Quiz

For Students 7th
In this Georgia social studies assessment activity, 7th graders respond to fifteen multiple choice questions based on seventh grade social studies skills.
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Seventh Grade Social Studies Test

For Students 7th
In this Georgia social studies assessment worksheet, 7th graders respond to 30 multiple choice questions based on 7th grade social studies skills. 
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Desegregation of the Armed Forces

For Students 9th - 12th
In this desegregation worksheet, students read the transcript of "Executive Order 9981," and then respond to 10 short answer questions about the desegregation of the armed forces.
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Electromagnetic Bomb (E-Bomb)

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers explain how E-bomb works. In this physics lesson, students simulate the effects of e-bombs on electronic targets. They discuss its potential harmful effects when used as a weapon.
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The Invention of the Parachute

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students study the invention of the parachute and how Leonardo da Vinci came up with the design.  In this aerodynamics lesson students test the properties that make parachutes more efficient.
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Build Your Own Hovercraft

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students construct a hovercraft following specific procedures. In this technology lesson plan, students explain the physics principles behind hovercraft. They compare and contrast this machine with the aircraft.
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Using Writing to Make a Difference

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Students change the lesson plan in order to make meaningful writing.
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Berlin Wall Lesson Plans

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Berlin Wall lesson plans can teach students how this barrier divided a country and why it gained so much international attention.
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Presidents' Day Activities

For Teachers 4th - 8th
President's Day activities can provide a variety of ways to help students learn about the presidents.
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History and Culture of Italy

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Italy is the birthplace of countless individuals who changed the course of human history.
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Medieval Times Crossword

For Students 6th - 8th
In this medieval times crossword puzzle worksheet, students use the 10 clues to determine the words and names that fill in the blanks to appropriately complete the word puzzle pertaining to the state. A word bank is included.
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Veterans Vocabulary Quiz

For Students 4th - 5th
In this identifying vocabulary about Veterans worksheet, students match the vocabulary words with their definitions. Students match 15 answers.
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Helping Right Whales - Right Now

For Teachers 4th - 5th
In this whales worksheet, students answer eight questions referring to the right whales found in the Atlantic Ocean. Students read a map to answer three questions and five questions are multiple choice.
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Alaska Challenge

For Students 4th - 5th
In this Alaska worksheet, students complete 10 multiple choice questions about the state of Alaska. A reference web site is given for additional activities.
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Alaska Vocabulary

For Students 4th - 5th
In this vocabulary activity worksheet, students read the statements associated with Alaska. Students then complete the statements with a word from the word box.
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Colorado Challenge

For Students 4th - 5th
In this state facts worksheet, students read about Colorado facts. Students then complete 10 questions about the state.
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English Language Arts Test: Listening Selection

For Students 7th
“Growing Up…and Up,” a excerpt from Glenn Stout’s  book about Shaquille O’Neal, provides the text for the listening section of the 2009 New York State English Language Arts Test. Although there are no questions included, the passage is...
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Branches of Government Worksheet 2

For Students 5th - 8th
Looking for a quick assessment to give to your class about the branches of government in the United States? This is a multiple choice activity that could be used as a quiz. There are 9 questions, some of which are a bit dated and should...
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Macaws: The Book

For Teachers K - 5th
Young scholars research the various species of Macaw found in Manu, Peru and other parts of the Amazon. They watch and discuss a video, and each student constructs a book about Macaws that includes photos and background information on...