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Basic Algebra and Computers: Spreadsheets, Charts, and Simple Line Graphs

For Teachers 5th - 12th
Students, while in the computer lab, assess how to use Microsoft Excel as a "graphing calculator." They view visual representations of line graphs in a Cartesian plane while incorporating basic skills for using Excel productively.
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Term Paths

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students follow several pathways using anatomical directions on a simulated "body" produced from a copy of a school building's fire evacuation plan.
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Sinking and Floating

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
Students examine why some objects float or sink. In this physics lesson, students engage in several mini-experiments which challenge them to draw their own conclusions regarding why certain objects sink or float. An example of one...
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Exploring Dwarf Planet Eris

For Students 8th - 10th
In this planet Eris worksheet, students read about the discovery of this dwarf planet and its characteristics. Kids answer 3 questions about the planets, the classification of planets and the definition of planets. Students define 7...
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Reading: An Amazing Swimsuit

For Students 5th - 6th
In this inventions worksheet, learners read a one page text about the new type of swimsuit used in the 2008 Beijing Olympics called the Speedo LZR Racer. Students answer 10 true or false questions about the passage.
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Simple Machines

For Teachers 5th - 12th
Students investigate what simple machines are and how they work. In this simple machine instructional activity, the students create simple and compound machines and test each machine's ability to perform a task. Students compare simple...
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Proportions in Flight

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders explore physics by utilizing their math skills. In this flight properties lesson, 6th graders examine the flying capabilities of planes and birds. Students utilize math to find how many wing-beats are needed to keep a bird...
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Kinetic and Potential Energy

For Students 3rd - 6th
In this kinetic and potential energy worksheet, students read for information and evaluate comprehension. In this multiple choice and fill in the blanks worksheet, students answer fifteen questions.
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Effective Speaking in a Debate

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students examine and discuss the concept of stage fright. They demonstrate positive debate techniques, constructively critique other speakers, and implement debate techniques for a practice debate.
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Exploring Simple Machines

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
Young scholars investigate simple machines. In this simple machines lesson plan, students study how simple machines work. Young scholars determine the function of various simple machines.
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Discovering Leadership

For Teachers 10th - 11th
Students identify positive leadership skills and apply them in everyday scenarios. For this leadership skills lesson, students examine the qualities of poor leaders and good leaders. Students create a leadership poster and write a...
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Unit 5: Worksheet 4 - Proportions

For Students 8th - 10th
In this proportion worksheet, students use proportions to find the missing side of similar triangles, they identify the percent of a number, and graph points on a coordinate plane. Students solve real life story problems dealing with...
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Lines, Segments, and Rays

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders use their arm, toothpicks, and marshmallows to create lines, segments, and rays. In this lines, segments, and rays lesson plan, 5th graders learn how these appear on a plane.
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Fencing

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Students practice the skills of fencing. In this fencing lesson plan, students learn how to properly lunge, and how to score a fencing match.
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Worksheet 9

For Students 11th - Higher Ed
In this math worksheet, students examine how the moment of a force about a point is defined. They look at the 2 problems to define the information contained in them.
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Hit Me If You Can!

For Teachers 8th - 11th
Students graph linear equations using slopes and intercepts. In this algebra lesson, students identify the slope as being positive,negative or undefined. They differentiate between different quadrants on a coordinate plane.
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Polygons, Pingos, and Themokarst! Oh MY!

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Students complete activities to learn about the common land features in Alaska. In this land study instructional activity, students study an overhead for permafrost features. Students define ice wedge polygons, thermokarst, and pingos....
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Worksheet 23

For Students 11th - Higher Ed
In this math worksheet, students define the sets of vectors. They also observe the concept of area for the parallelogram and how vectors are used.
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Are you in Golden Shape

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Students solve and verify the solution for unknown measures. In this geometry lesson plan, students identify the properties of circles. They use the arc, angle and segment relationship to find the missing measures.
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Edinburgh Festival Lessons That Teach About Culture And Art

For Teachers 7th - 12th
The Edinburgh Festival provides a way for students to explore lesson plans about opera, theater, and music.
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Science and Math Lab (Students Look at Symmetry in Nature)

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students study patterns. In this symmetry in nature instructional activity, students examine objects to determine what type of symmetry they have. They work in small groups to rotate through stations that have objects for them to study.
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Linear and Nonlinear Functions

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students identify properties of a line. In this algebra lesson, students differentiate between functions and nonfunctions. They use the slope and y intercept to graph their lines.
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Unit 2 Sun & Stars

For Teachers 6th - 7th
Students describe stellar objects using terms such as stars, planets, satellites, orbits and light. In this sun and stars unit, students research stellar objects through seven individual lessons discovering star characteristics, how...
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Energy Forms

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students explore energy by participating in a science lab in class. In this energy form lesson, students define the different types of energy such as light, mechanical and sound while examining energy measuring tools in class. Students...