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Going by the Rules
Young scholars examine George Washington's Rules of Civility. In this George Washington lesson, students investigate how rules influence people, and the roles of citizens in America. Young scholars will discuss and reword rules and work...
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William ¿¿¿Billy¿¿¿ Mitchell
Students participate in class discussion about famous people in aviation history and focus upon the special qualities that helped them to achieve their goal. They use the internet to perform research.
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The Bones of a Story
For this Language Arts worksheet, students read a Clifford book and describe 5 story elements. These include title, setting, characters, problem, events, and resolution.
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Where in the World is Mrs. Waffenschmidt? #1
In this reading clues to discover the location of a famous tourist place and country worksheet, learners read to find out "Where in the World Is Mrs. Waffenschmidt?". Learners write 1 answer.
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Where in the World Is Mrs. Waffenschmidt? #3
In this solving the location worksheet, students read a paragraph of clues about the tower Mrs. Waffenschmidt is visiting and the country where it is located. Students write 1 short answer.
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Theodore Roosevelt
In this online interactive history worksheet, students respond to 10 short answer and essay questions about Theodore Roosevelt. Students may check some of their answers on the interactive worksheet.
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Robin Hood
Fourth graders read and analyze the novel, Robin Hood. They create a vocabulary word map, complete a Venn diagram comparing Robin Hood and Little John, act out a chapter, create a wedding announcement, and write a new epitaph for Robin...
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Do the Right Thing
Students define integrity and responsibility, then discuss the motto "Do the Right Thing." students participate in teacher-generated problems in small groups.
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Harriet The Spy
Fourth graders investigate the style of diary writing as its own genre of literature. They read Harriet The Spy in order to have a text for this literature study. Students use the skill of prediction to preview the story, and then...
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Modern Advocates for Change
Learners make a list of "modern day prophets" and explain how they have made considerable contributions toward the common good. They write a letter to a community leader in which they advocate the solution to a problem or issue in their...
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Looking at the Man in the Mirror
Students reflect on their behavior by listening to an audio tape of Michael Jackson's song, "The Man in the Mirror."
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Characters' Coming of Age
Students develop older versions of child or adolescent characters from favorite works of literature, adapting them for teenage or adult sequels. They each outline a sequel and write its first chapter.
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Where the Red Fern Grows: A 4th Grade Literary Focus Unit
Fourth graders explore the human and animal connection along with the idea that death is a part of the life cycle. They read "Where the Red Fern Grows." Students examine the feelings and emotions surrounding death and they discover the...
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Mayflower Arrival Day 3
Seventh graders write a letter describing their arrival on the Mayflower. In this Mayflower arrival lesson, 7th graders research the passengers, comparing and contrasting ocean travel then and now. Students take a passenger from the...
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Dear Diary
In this narrative worksheet, students compose a diary entry that includes different facets of writing. Students then respond to different narratives in the class by answering 11 different questions.
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Problem/solution
Young scholars examine presentations of problems and reaching solutions in literature. In this writing skills instructional activity, students read "The Three Little Pigs," and respond to several discussion questions about plot,...
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Text Under the Microscope
High schoolers explore plot, setting, point of view, and theme. For this literary elements lesson, students read "The Cask of Amontillado," by Poe and the War of the World script by H.G. Wells. High schoolers identify and define the text...
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Jane Addams -- Philanthropist in Action
Young scholars examine the philanthropic actions of Jane Addams and discuss why she is seemed as a role model of being a responsible citizen. They organize different types of volunteer opportunities and create ways to serve the common...
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Left to Their Own (Literary) Devices
Pupils write scenes for stories using their own original characters. However, they write using the literary and plot devices found in the Lemony Snicket book series.
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Read Aloud/ Narrative Analysis
Fourth graders read passages of Koya's Cousin Del before answering questions in a discussion setting. They listen to a variety of musical pieces before detailing how the music makes them feel in a short piece of writing. They share their...
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Your Neighborhood
In this Internet activity page for social studies, students are directed to a specific Web site and links in order to complete 30 activities pertaining to the community and its helpers.
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Hunt the Fact Monster January #2
In this internet research learning exercise, students use the Fact Monster search engine to answer five multiple choice questions. Questions are about random topics and facts.
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Adding 0-8
In this addition worksheet, young scholars solve a total of 35 problems, using numbers 0-8; a separate link is included for answers.
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Civil War Letter
Students put themselves in the shoes of American Civil War soldiers. In this Civil War lesson, students compose letters to their families from the the perspective of soldiers in the war.