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Ocean Currents

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders work in groups to research ocean currents and create posters with their findings. They locate the patterns and names of major ocean currents and identify them on a map. Students also use red pencil to show ocean currents...
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U.S. State Capitals Cursive

For Students 2nd - 4th
In this cursive writing practice worksheet, students trace the names of the states Illinois and Michigan. Students trace 16 letters.
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Spanish - "Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes"

For Teachers K
Students begin activity by singing, "Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes" in English as a class. They then are introduced to the song in Spanish using one body part at a time and repeat the song with the teacher singing slowly. Next, they...
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Printing Practice: Dylan

For Students K - 2nd
In this printing practice activity, students trace the name "Dylan" on the sheet. Students may then practice printing the word independently.
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Say it. Write in the Sh. Read it.

For Students K - 1st
For this phonics worksheet, students say the names of each of twelve pictures featuring the sh sound. Students trace the shown letters and add the letters sh to each word.
Handout
Anchorage School District

Writing Effective Summaries

For Teachers 4th - 12th
Drafting a strong first sentence for a summary is an important step. Writers can use the formula presented on this handout to get started. The resource lists three steps to put together a strong topic sentence, as well as tips and hints...
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Printing Practice - Y

For Students Pre-K - K
In this printing practice worksheet, students follow the dotted lines and arrows to write one large Y in the middle of the page. They trace dotted lines to form a Y, and see black line pictures of a yak and a yacht.
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Letter K Words and Pictures

For Students K - 1st
In this letter K worksheet, students color the pictures of the K words: kangaroo, kite, and king. Students then trace and color the letter Ks.
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Letter Aa Words and Pictures

For Students 1st - 2nd
In this letter Aa words and pictures worksheet, students learn words that start with the letter A. Students color the pictures of the airplane, apple, and alligator. Students also trace the letter A.
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Tangram Shapes

For Students 4th - 5th
In this tangram worksheet, students trace the tangram pieces and cut them out to solve the five problems. Students make shapes with the tangram pieces.
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Mimeograph Madness

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students practice working with a mimeograph. After having a sketch approved, they trace their drawing and color all areas they do not want a certain color. They complete their creation by placing the sketch on newspaper after it has...
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Tangrams

For Students 3rd - 5th
In this tangram worksheet, students trace solutions to seven problems/sets of instructions on a separate sheet of paper. Reference website is given for additional activities.
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Challenge: Tangram

For Students 4th - 6th
In this tangram worksheet, students trace and cut out pieces, arranging and pasting solved tangram puzzle on a separate piece of paper. Answers on page 2.
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How Many? Count and Write

For Students 1st - 2nd
In this counting learning exercise, students look at pictures, count the number of items, then trace the number counted. Worksheet is labeled "sample" and is part of a subscription site with links.
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Blueprint Paper

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students investigate chemical reactions involved in making a blueprint. In this blueprint paper lesson plan, students expose blueprint paper with writing that has been soaked in a solution of potassium ferricyanide and iron (III)...
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Race to the Top

For Teachers K Standards
Here is a game that will help your young mathematicians practice number recognition and writing numbers. Played with a spinner or dice, individual learners or a pair will play this fun number game. They will roll the die or spin the...
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A Visit to China

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders study the history of China. They explore the Chinese people, the Great Wall of China, religions, government and Dynasties. In groups, 6th graders collect information on China. They write a report on their findings and...
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Angle Relationships

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students investigate geometric relationship using conjecture about linear pairs and vertical angles. In this geometry lesson, students apply their theorems and previous geometry knowledge to solve for and find angles of linear...
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Science Friday

Pinhole Viewer

For Students 6th - 8th
Take a peep into optics. Pupils watch a video about a large Polaroid camera before building pinhole viewers. The scholars then create different types of viewers and compare them to determine which provides the best image.
Unit Plan
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

We’re a Family: Challenge Activities (Theme 3)

For Teachers K Standards
Focus on family during this themed collection of extension activities for more advanced learners. Class members draw, share, retell stories, create posters, and more during these activities.
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Famous African-American Fabric Paintings

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students examine famous African-Americans. In this African-Americans lesson, students research and give an oral report on a famous African-American.
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Regions of Virginia

For Teachers 5th
In this geography worksheet, 5th graders identify the regions of the state of Virginia and sort them according to location. Then 10 questions focus upon the specifics of different regions.
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Aquatic Exotics

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students identify and describe the aquatic exotic species found in Illinois. Using the internet, they research the species origins and discover their effects on native species in the area. They discuss how appropriate it is to introduce...
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Dinosaur Eggs Discovered! Unscrambling the Clues

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Just a heads up: this lesson is based on a book, Dinosaur Eggs Discovered! Unscrambling the Clues. If you do not have or do not want to purchase the book, you may still find the other activities and worksheets useful in your earth...