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Drawing as a Foundation - Activity 1
Students create sketches of animals in preparation for canvas paintings in this introductory lesson on Drawing. This week-long lesson includes a video and research ideas for students.
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Authentic Assessment/ Lab Practicum (Video format)
Students are given this authentic assessment format after the study of any laboratory activity (or group of labs). It's purpose is to replace the lab practicum when it is not possible to do a real set-up and /or to serve as a make-up...
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THE TRAVELS OF BABAR: An Adventure in Scale :Building a Model Hot Air Balloon
Young scholars encounter basic facts about helium and hot air. They compare the weight and size of different materials. Students work collaboratively in teams. They create their own model balloon.
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A Study of Japan with the Haiku of Basho
Sixth graders explore haiku poetry and the works of the Japanese poet Basho. They review characteristics of haiku poetry and other forms of poetry. After they write three or more haiku poems, they illustrate one of them and share with...