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Homeless in America

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students study the plight of the American homeless. In this homelessness lesson, students define homelessness and watch video segments pertaining to the the American homeless. Students list three reasons people become homeless and five...
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The Sunni/Shia Split in Iraq

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students examine the historic Shia-Sunni conflict to assess its present-day status in Iraq and determine how it might play out in postwar Iraq.  In this World History lesson, students research the factors that contribute to the current...
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Death and Dying

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders examine religious rituals and ceremonies surrounding death and dying.  In this Ethics lesson plan, 9th graders explore end-of-life care in the United States and consider ways it might be improved.  Students discuss common...
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Ethical Issues Around Cell Phone Use

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explore the appropriate usage of cell phones. In this cell phone etiquette lesson, students examine how cell phone features may be use ethically and discuss compromises to privacy through the use of cell phones inappropriately.
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Religion and Immigration

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students read a poll on Islam and discuss the results. For this religion and immigration lesson, students complete a chart comparing and contrasting how religious diversity affects unity in a country. Students read several news excerpts,...
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Lesson Plan: Trafficking in Humans

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explore the concept of human trafficking. In this human rights lesson, students examine instances of human trafficking around the world and the involvement of the United States government in these situations.
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Stem Cell Research

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars examine embryonic cell research and the controversy that surrounds it.  In this stem cell lesson students use a debate model and present and defend their positions. 
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Death and Dying

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders examine religious rituals and ceremonies surrounding death and dying.  In this cultural studies lesson, 9th graders explore end-of-life care in the United States and consider ways it might be improved.
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Ethics and the World of Medicine

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders examine the ethical issues and concerns that emerge in the medical field.  In this Ethics lesson plan, 9th graders summarize the foundations that shape individual professional, and institutional positions.  Students...
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On Being Hindu....and American

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders explore the religion of Hinduism.  In this Religion lesson, 7th graders illustrate how people from one country adapt to a new country.  Students predict the future status of Hinduism in the United States. 
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Resistance to Parents

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Middle schoolers examine family life issues. In this interpersonal relationships lesson, students discuss typical resistance to parents from teen children. Middle schoolers also discuss options for children dealing with difficult or...
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Religion in Public Schools

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders conduct research on important background information regarding the role of religion in American public schools. For this Ethics lesson, 7th graders examine and become familiar with the First Amendment of the Bill of...
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Our Unfinished Work

For Teachers 10th - Higher Ed
Students investigate the racism elements after the election of President Barack Obama. In this racism lesson, students read a recent article about 'post-racial' society. Students compile a list of achieving a post-racial society and...
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Paradigm Shift: Gandhian Nonviolence and the Concept of Power

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners interpret historical evidence presented in primary and secondary resources. In this social justice lesson, students examine sources regarding the teachings of Mohandas Gandhi pertaining to nonviolent...
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Dishonesty

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students consider the impact of dishonestly. In this ethics lesson, students will discuss the pros and cons of dishonesty.
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The Dust Bowl

For Teachers 11th
Eleventh graders develop an understanding of the Dust Bowl. In this 1930's America lesson, 11th graders respond to questions regarding the songs and literature about the era. The primary sources should be gathered by the instructor.
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Capitalization 2

For Students 3rd - 4th
For this capitalization worksheet, students choose the letter of the words that need capitalizing in different sentences. Students complete 7 activities.
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Al Qaeda & the Taliban: What threat to the U.S.?

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers examine the War on Terror. In this national security lesson, students read articles about the War on Terror and President Obama's foreign policy. High schoolers respond to discussion questions and debate the presence of...
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Homeless in America

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Young scholars explore society by analyzing current events. In this homeless epidemic lesson, students discuss the problem of people who don't have housing and the adverse affects on everyday people. Young scholars identify ways to...
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What George Bush Got Right

For Students 8th - 12th
In this George W. Bush worksheet, students read a 4-page article about the diplomatic actions of the president and then complete the provided graphic organizer.
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Nancy Ajram

For Students 4th - 8th
In this famous leaders activity, students read a passage about Nancy Ajram and then complete a variety of in-class and homework activities to support comprehension, including partner interviews, spelling, cloze, synonym matches, and...
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Will Smith

For Students 4th - 8th
In this famous person instructional activity, students read a passage about Will Smith and then complete a variety of in-class and homework activities to support comprehension, including partner interviews, spelling, cloze, synonym...
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Traditions and Transformations

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Students examine how traditions change over time. In this lesson on Jewish culture, students interview persons of the Jewish faith, write poems, and create murals that exemplify Jewish culture.
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Breaking News English: Pentagon Reports on Koran Abuse

For Students 5th - 10th
For this English worksheet, students read "Pentagon Reports on Koran Abuse," and then respond to 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.