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The Lesson: Sport Relief

For Teachers 6th - 11th
Students consider the role of Sport Relief in aiding developing nations. In this current events instructional activity, students visit selected websites to learn about the history of the fundraiser and how Sport Relief provides...
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We the People (Cultural Research)

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders conduct cultural research, collect oral histories using tape recorders and cameras, and share their ancestral heritage with classmates through family heirlooms and ethnic foods.
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Aerobic and Anaerobic Microbe Analysis in a Subarctic Setting

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Learners investigate the relationships between protozoa, algae and monera in freshwater, shoreline soil, and reindeer rumen. They publish reports of their findings.
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Sock Walk (Seed Dispersal)

For Teachers K - 2nd
Learners collect seeds from field plants as part of understanding seed dispersal.
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Calling Plans

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students explore the consequences of allowing students to use cell phones and other electronic devices in schools. They draft school policy statements regulating the use of these devices.
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Fun Through Fitness Day

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students engage in an entire morning of physical fitness activities called Field Day. Events such as dashes, water relays, hoop pass and obstacle course are some of the ideas.
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Olympic Field Day

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Students participate in a school-wide "Olympics" complete with opening and closing ceremonies, class competitions, medals and more. Activities can vary depending on age and physical abilities.
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Amelia Earhart

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Students list characteristics of a brave and daring person and describe contributions that Amelia Earhart made to aviation. They describe how Amelia Earhart contributed to the advancement of women.
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That's Incredible Show!

For Teachers 7th - 12th
In this activity, students will research world records and then portray the people who broke them in a class interview show.
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Outdoor Education

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Young scholars increase their awareness of their natural environment. They engage in activities which emphasize the importance of conservation and create an interest in nature and conserving the natural environment.
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Volunteers in the Community

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students discuss volunteerism and identify volunteer positions in their community. They choose and carry out a volunteer project in the school or local community.
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Hands-on Outdoor ABCs

For Teachers All
Students go on a walk outdoors in the fall and collect items that start with different letters of the alphabet. They discuss the different textures, colors, shapes (including alphabet shapes), etc. that they found.
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The Giving Tree-Apple Activities

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Students complete a variety of activities about apples. They read The Giving Tree and discuss the moral of the story. They create paintings with apples and have apples as a snack. They make an apple cookbook and estimate the number of...
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Analysis of a Historic Presidential Election

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students research the 2000 presidential elections. They explain why the presidential winner was initially too close to call, discuss how the winner was determined and predict how the 2000 election might change the process of electing a...
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Nutrition and Exercise During Pregnacy

For Teachers 11th - Higher Ed
Students study healthy eating habits for life long health and parenthood.
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Let's Read! I Know an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Pie

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
Students demonstrate portion sizes that are too large and ones that are "just right."
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Environmental Quality in Our Own Backyard

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Young scholars research an environmental issue and decide on a course of action. They write a reseach paper and present an oral presentation based on the research.
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Salad Party

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Young scholars bring different plant parts in order to make one big salad. They observe each part and classify it.
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Here a Bug, There a Bug

For Teachers K
Students explore insects and discover that insects found in different parts of the country have characteristics that can be observed and described.
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Giving Game-Put It on the Card!

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students explore credit cards and how they are used in purchasing goods and services. They participate in a game called the Giving Game.
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Career Math Problems

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders solve career word problems using math.
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That's Incredible Show!

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Young scholars research world records. They portray the people who broke world records. They conduct a mock interview in the classroom.
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Celebrate Character Counts Week

For Teachers K - 12th
Students participate in activities to celebrate character counts week. They identify the six pillars of character. They display good character when it comes to everyday tasks.
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Predicting: Making a Hypothesis

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students analyze information from various sources to create a hypothesis about the origin of a family artifact. Students create a hypothesis about the origin of the item and write a paragraph explaining why they believe the hypothesis is...

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