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History of Aaron Copland

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders study the history of Aaron Copland, the famous American composer. They dance to the song Hoe-Down composed by Aaron Copland.
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Polar Energy

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Young scholars define and read an article on polar energy.  In this polar energy lesson, students answer questions about the article.  Young scholars participate in activities related to isotopes, half-life and...
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Newspaper Poems

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders appreciate the value of words, review the parts of speech, create original poetry, shape the poem, and write an explanation of the images he/she has created.
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Itsy Bitsy Spider & His 2 Friends: Music, Pitch, High and Low Notes

For Teachers K
Students gain practice with high and low notes when singing an adaptation of the 'Itsy Bitsy Spider".
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Creative Dance - Element of Space

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders perform and demonstrate locomotor and non-locomotor movements, while using various dance pathways and levels, incorporating the element of space.
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Anticipatory Set Lesson for First Day of History Class

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Young scholars are introduced to the meaning of history and its importance. They examine why societal history plays an essential role in our lives as responsible citizens.
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Feelings, Nothing More Than Feelings (Elementary, other)

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders describe emotions/ feelings which may lead to loss of self-control, introduce the concept of consequences and alternative choices.
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Using Word Referents

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Learners edit an existing piece of writing focusing of improving word choice. They create lists of words that can be used in place of the main topic and rewrite the piece using the new vocabulary.
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World War One Newscast

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Learners complete research on the causes, battles, weapons, leaders and results of World War One and use the information to create Newscasts of the topics. These newscasts are then presented to the class.
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Conditional: Quiz #3

For Students 4th - 6th
In this verbs learning exercise, students read 12 statements and change them to conditional sentences, utilizing the verbs in parentheses.
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Much Ado About Nothing

For Students 9th - 12th
In this Shakespeare activity, students decipher Much Ado About Nothing. Students read excerpts from the play and answer questions about specific quotes. They also translate lines into modern language.
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Intermediate Sentence Completion 4

For Students 5th - 6th
For this sentence completion worksheet, learners read the sentences and choose the best word to complete the sentence. Students complete 12 sentences.
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Exploring Cultural Rituals

For Teachers 6th - Higher Ed
Learners analyze images and music of common rituals in America with those of other countries. They use worksheets to compare and contrast the events.
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Averages word problems

For Students 4th - 8th
In this averages worksheet, learners solve word problems having to do with averages of numbers, money, and measurements. Students complete 10 word problems.
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Using Irregular Verbs that Stay the Same

For Students 4th - 5th
In this irregular verbs activity, students choose the correct form of the verb in the sentences. Students cross out any verb forms that do not exist. Students complete 20 examples. Students then write 2 irregular verb sentences.
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The Seasons

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders determine the ways in which deciduous trees lose their leaves by investigating fallen leaves and how the weather changes throughout the seasons. They obtain knowledge about why and what causes the weather to change...
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Wading through the Web

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Young scholars evaluate Web design. In this journalism lesson, students examine the attributes of selected Web sites and then design their own online newspaper by using the principles of design they discuss in this lesson.
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Sequence Of Events

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders are introduced to the concept of sequence of events. They work in groups to properly sequence The Three Little Pigs, then work individually to write their own stories about their individuality.
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AB Form Through Movement

For Teachers 1st - 3rd
Students listen to music by Ludwig Van Beethoven and figure out the form of the piece. They create binary forms for additional songs, and then practice the rhythms with eurythmic movement.
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Healthy Eating

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders learn the five basic food groups and what each one consists of. They develop an understanding of why eating healthy is important. They have background knowledge in healthy eating due to the exposure in previous health...
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Rhythmic Pattern and Movement

For Teachers 1st - 3rd
Students practice repeating rhythmic patterns in unison. Next, students work in groups to practice an alternate rhythmic pattern to Row, Row, Row Your Boat. They create their own rhythmic patterns for the song.
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Sink or Float Water Play Activity

For Teachers K
Students experiment with different objects to see if they sink or float. They can also choose certain colored items if more review is necessary.
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How Do You Do?

For Teachers K - 2nd
Young scholars practice the names of other students in the classroom.
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Mock Trial

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students, after the traditional read and discussion of BEOWULF, put one of the the main characters on trial.