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Cookie Sharing
Students create a cookie that is inspired by their holidays. They write a paragraph explaining why the shape represents their holiday.
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Naming Ourselves
Twelfth graders get to know each other in an energetic, interactive learning space.
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What Smells?
Students read the poem "Light" together and then discuss how poetry can come from anywhere.
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Sexual Health & Hygiene
Young scholars discuss sexual health and hygiene. They complete a worksheet and have the opportunity to ask verbal or anonymous questions.
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Lewis and Clark In Columbia River Country Native Foods
Students complete an online activity by following a series of prompts to determine seasonal foods that could be found in the Columbia basin during the Lewis and Clark expedition. They draw a seasonal round that shows a colorful...
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Ivanov Goes to Moscow
Students complete a unit on the play, "Ivanov" by Chekhov. They read and analyze the play, write a short story, watch a film of the play, complete a data sheet, and conduct a debate.
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Let¿¿s Go Job Hunting!
Students use the internet to research careers that use foreign languages. Focusing on one career, they discover which jobs play an important role in society. They complete a worksheet on the careers they find and share their...
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Be Strong / Live Strong Stationary Bike Program
Young scholars participate in a Be Strong Bike Program that rewards them for exhibiting positive behavior. If a student is caught doing something good, they receive a positive behavior slip that has a written description of their...
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Activity #5 Soils-Permeability and Impurity Removal
Students predict which types of soils would work best for keeping contaminants contained. They comprehend that in the past, landfills have been one major source of groundwater contamination. Pupils comprehend that placing and building...
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Monster Brain Maze for Halloween
In this Halloween maze worksheet, students examine a picture of a scary monster holding a jar with a brain. Students trace a path in the maze which is inside the brain.
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ESL Song Activity
In this ESL song worksheet, students listen to a recording of "One & One" by Robert Miles, then fill in blanks to complete the lyrics.
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Maps of Indian Territory, the Dawes Act, and Will Rogers' Enrollment Case File
Students, in groups, analyze one map at a time, first the 1885 map, then the 1891 map. After they have completed the analysis sheets, they compare the two maps and answer questions imbedded in the plan.
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Fashion Day
Eighth graders practice using basic measurements to solve word problems.They also investigate finding the perimeter of different polygons and define the characteristics to classify the shape as a polygon.
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Could You Be a Star?
In this personality quiz worksheet, students complete 5 multiple choice questions. Students add their score and find out what kind of "star" they are: sports, movie, rock, or super star. The questions are best suited for UK students.
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My Top Interdisciplinary Social Studies Lesson Plans
Here are some top social studies lesson plans and activities which present concepts in a memorable fashion.
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Kids Health: Why Exercise Is Wise
Some people know that exercising is beneficial, but still find reasons why it isn't a priority. This article relates the importance of exercising and how it can improve your mind and body. Links to similar sites are provided as well.
Mind Tools
Mind Tools: French and Raven's 5 Forms of Power: Power and the Work Place
Understand the quality of how to hold power and influence others through John French's and Bertrum Raven's five elements of power, including legitimate, reward, expert, referent, and coercive. Learn how these powers are linked to become...
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Centers for Disease Control: Bam! Body and Mind: Teacher's Corner: The Energy Equation [Pdf]
Students research recommended sleep, eating, and exercise guidelines for their age. They also investigate the roadblocks they may face to achieve these guidelines and the benefits that may be gained. With this knowledge, a plan is...
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Centers for Disease Control: Bam! Body and Mind: Yoga
Reference tool for learning about yoga. Find out what you'll need to wear, what gear you'll need, how to do yoga, what the different yoga types and positions are, and why it is a great exercise for the mind.
Read Works
Read Works: Alzheimer's Disease: The Mind Robber
[Free Registration/Login Required] This informational text passage explains the symptoms and prognosis for Alzheimer's Disease. This passage is a stand-alone curricular piece that reinforces essential reading skills and strategies and...
Other
Odyssey of the Mind Curriculum Activity: Made Up Math
An interesting way to make math more creative. This page gives ideas for three different exercises that encourage students to use math in a creative way.
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Susan Kramer: Body Mind Rhythmic Movement
Susan Kramer's online book is available as a free resource for teaching basic movements and dance skills. The text is broken down into seven sections. You can access information on anatomy, rhythms, creative movements, rhythmic...
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Centers for Disease Control: Bam! Body and Mind Fitness Calendar
Put together your own, personalized fitness calendar. Think about a fitness plan, set fitness goals, track your own progress, and work on varying your fitness routine. After planning a week of activity, print out your calendar and keep...
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Centers for Disease Control: Body and Mind: Activity Cards
Learn about sports and activities you can participate in to get in shape and have fun. Click on the name of a specific sport and read an "Activity card," with information on sports gear, safety, and more.