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Polynomial Word Problems
In this polynomial word problem worksheet, students read story problems, write a system of equations, and solve using substitution. This one-page worksheet contains ten problems.
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Group Research and Reports on STDs
Students identify and list diseases that people can contract through sexual activity. They conduct Internet research on a chosen STD, write a one-page report, and create a visual aide to present to the class.
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Maps and Lines
In these organizing data worksheets, 5th graders complete four worksheets of activities that help them learn maps, graphs, and lines. Students then study images of maps, lines, and graphs.
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An Encyclo-ME-dia for Every Child
Learners create a digital scrapbook that shows information-text and pictures that are specific to each child. They make charts and graphs. They use digital cameras, scanners, software, to write captions, stories, poems, letters, and...
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Taxes: Where Does Your Money Go?
Learners explore the concept of taxes. In this tax lesson, students investigate types of taxes and deductions taken out of a paycheck before they see it. Learners calculate the tax on a given dollar amount. Students discuss 401(k)s...
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Stage Movement/ Blocking
Students work in teams of two to introduce stage directions/ blocking into a basic dialog using the program Hollywood High.
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Dig Into Ireland
Students study Ireland and its distinctive culture. For this exploring Ireland lesson students view a program on Ireland, answer questions then divide into groups and research the Irish connection.
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Targeting Faith When It Counts
Students explore the relationship between politics and religion. In this religion and ethics lesson, students examine hyperlinks created by their instructor from the suggested sites list. Students research the websites for information...
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Irish-Americans: Work and Song
Students explore Irish-American culture. In this immigration lesson plan, students watch video segments regarding immigration in the 1840's and 1850's. Students discuss the discrimination Irish-Americans faced as they listen to songs and...
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Oceans in Glass: The Great White Shark Experiment
Young scholars use the Internet to study great white sharks and answer questions. In this ocean lesson students create and produce a website that summarizes the information they obtained in their research.
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On With the Show: Fifty Years of the Public Theater
Students explore the Public Theater in New York City. In this theater lesson, students consider mission of the Public Theater and learn more about its productions. Students create their own event schedules for the Public Theater.
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Cougar or Human: Which Needs Protection?
Students conduct Interned research on the cougar, listing perceptions about cougars, and facts about cougars. They view a video, take notes during the video, and organize presentations to present their findings.
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Financial Planning For Catastrophe
Students explore the concept of financial planning for a catastrophe. In this financial planning lesson, students discuss the devastation that Hurricane Katrina wrought on the Gulf Coast. Students create budgets to plan for a...
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Organizers for Students
Students . In this organization lesson, students have a general discussion about sports cards and make a chart to answer the questions. Students read the baseball card story from USA Today. Students watch a web video about sports in New...
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Cinderella Stories
Students explore their creative writing skills. In this Cinderella writing lesson, students compare perspective as they read and discuss 2 versions of the "Three Little Pigs." Students then watch "Cinderella" and use their creative...
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Backyard Bacteria
Students experiment with different bacterias that they found and make predictions of their growth. In this investigative activity students use petri dishes to grow their bacteria then summarize what has happened.