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Do the Right Thing

For Teachers 4th - 6th
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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Two Ways About It

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Students take an imaginary hike in two opposite directions along a lake. They view and interpret satellite images and discuss the pros and cons of hydroelectric dams.
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Combination of Atoms

For Students 9th - 12th
In this atoms worksheet, students review protons, neutrons, electrons, molecules, compounds, and ions. This worksheet has 10 fill in the blank and 3 problems to solve.
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Store Wars: When Wal-Mart Comes to Town

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars research the impact of Big-Box Stores on local merchants and government. They view the program, "STORE WARS," and discuss the role big-box stores play in their lives. They complete an information form.
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Make a Cast of a Tyrannosaurus rex Fossil

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders examine the formation of fossils and list the different types. They make cast model of a dinosaur fossil. They write about conditions that are necessary for fossils to form and create a model of a buried fossil.
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Symbolism: Finding the Hidden Meaning In Chinese Art

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students study and interpret Chinese art to find its symbolism, or the "hidden meanings" in this middle level lesson well suited for the Language Arts or Art classroom. An enrichment activity is included that allows each student to write...
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Math Vocabulary Review

For Students 5th - 6th
In this math vocabulary worksheet, students read a set of 15 math related definitions and write the words being defined. A reference web site is included for additional activities. 
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Leaders in a Media Age

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers identify ways in which the president can use various media to communicate his messages and intent. They demonstrate ways in which the news media can create public opinion.
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Simple Past Survey

For Students Higher Ed
In this simple past ESL worksheet, students will focus on answering questions using the simple past tense. Students will respond to 8 simple past questions by responding in the positive or the negative.
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Test on Simple Past

For Students 4th - 6th
In this simple past tense worksheet, students write the past forms of irregular verbs given, complete tables and sentences in simple past and fill in blanks with either 'was' or 'were.' 
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Three Chicago Painters: Self-Portraits

For Teachers 5th - 7th
Students examine self-portraits on a Website. They create self-portraits which reveal something about themselves. They include objects which give clues to Students' personalities. The portraits are displayed in the school.
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BEE a Part of Our Community

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students reflect how to form a respectful classroom community. In this communities lesson, students construct a "community web" of positive comments and predict what happens to the web when negative comments are made. Students discuss...
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The Power of Words

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Learners research the power of words and the necessary teaching of tolerance. In groups, they research a particular word given to them about a group in society. They trace the origin of the word and form a stance on how they view the...
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ESL: Modal Verbs Exercise 3

For Students 4th - 6th
In this modal verb worksheet, learners complete a set of 15 sentences, using words listed in boxes. Students can click on a 'check" button for immediate feedback.
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Making Reading Assignments Meaningful

For Teachers 6th - 8th
You can make your reading units more successful by adding a few simple additions.
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Stereotypes

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers analyze then sort a given list of words by selected categories about stereotypes. They complete a list of activities then write their opinion about national stereotypes to present to the class.
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Quiz: Weather Phenomena #1

For Teachers 3rd
In this science worksheet, 3rd graders focus on the weather. Students respond to ten multiple choice questions about various aspects pertaining to our weather.
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Electric Current

For Students 9th - 12th
In this electric current worksheet, students review vocabulary words associated with electricity. Students understand how electricity is used in their lives every day. This worksheet has 12 fill in the blank questions.
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#5: Addition & Subtraction Equations (1 of 2)

For Students 6th - 8th Standards
Single-step addition or subtraction operations are applied in order to solve these 12 simple equations. An answer key is available, not so much for you, but perhaps to be used by learners as a self-correction tool. Note that the...
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#9: Solving Equations (1 of 2)

For Students 6th - 8th Standards
Twelve very simple equations are presented for learners to solve. What is the value of x? What is the value of n? Individuals apply operations to find the answers. You will find the final answers by clicking on the appropriate box at the...
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Solving Equations with Two-Stepping! (4 of 4)

For Students 6th - 8th Standards
Here are 12 two-step algebraic equations to be solved. The first problem is completed as an example to your class, but the remaining can be worked right on the page. An answer key is available by clicking on a small box at the top of the...
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#10: Solving Equations (2 of 2)

For Students 6th - 8th Standards
In this prealgebra activity, pupils perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division operations to solve for an unknown. There are 12 problems to be solved. Use this as a quiz to assess how well your class is grasping the skill...
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Ecotourism

For Teachers 4th - 12th
Students create a brochure with the perfect vacation to Costa Rica in mind. They make sure that the brochure includes environmentally responsible tourism (ecotourism) after brainstorming what might or might not be included.
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Garbage Pizza

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders explore the concept of waste management. In this recycling instructional activity, 4th graders identify materials that must be landfilled as well as items that may be recycled or reused.