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Archaeology and Erosion

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders study how erosion affects archaeology sites. In this investigative lesson, 6th graders construct a model of a pyramid using sugar cubes. They will investigate in groups how water, wind, and sunlight affects their model...
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"Be the Kiwi"- Whale Rider

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students discuss examples of foreshadowing and find information about the Maori culture in Whale Rider.  For this Whale Rider lesson, students define foreshadowing and find examples.  Students evaluate whether or...
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Justice in America

For Teachers 11th
Eleventh graders analyze primary sources for evidence of intent and purpose. In this American government instructional activity, 11th graders compose a one-page response explaining their understanding of "justice." Students read and...
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Deciphering the Declaration of Independence

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students explore the textual meaning of the Declaration of Independence. In this Declaration of Independence lesson, students read and paraphrase the text of the document into modern-day language. Students also consider the meaning of...
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The Need for Government—A Cinematic and Literary Perspective

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students examine the philosophy of government. In this types of  government lesson, students explore literature and movie clips to determine the value of rules in lawless societies.
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The Need for Laws

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Students consider the presence of authority in their lives. In this law lesson, students compare forgotten laws that function in their lives to forgotten instructions in making a peanut butter and jelly sandwich.
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Topic 5: Running the Business

For Teachers 8th - 9th
Young scholars explore the concept of running a business. In this running a business lesson, students put their plan of action into practice. Young scholars market a product and try to maximize profit.
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Exploring Life in the Coral Reef

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Young scholars study life forms in coral reefs. In this ocean life instructional activity, students study life in coral reefs as they create a coral reef sculpture.