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Studying Pillow The Book

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Young scholars investigate the content of The Pillow Book. They conduct research and complete journals about the readings. There are target questions to guide the writing and reflection process.
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Stories of Painkiller Addiction: Myth or Fact

For Teachers 6th - 12th Standards
Are opioids the most abused drug after marijuana? How hard is it for young people to obtain painkillers without a prescription? Middle and high schoolers explore the growing epidemic of opioid addiction with a lesson that prompts them to...
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Staying Green While Being Clean

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Clean up the environment with a lesson that focuses on replacing hazardous cleaning supplies with green, environmentally-friendly products. Using a dirty patch of surface as a control area, kids clean other parts of various surfaces...
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The Scientific Revolution

For Teachers 8th - 12th
For this Scientific Revolution study guide worksheet, students read a brief overview pertaining to the topic and then respond to 6 reflection questions.
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Humanism

For Teachers 9th - 12th
In this humanism study guide worksheet, young scholars read the notes provided on the sheet and add notes of their own in order to better understand humanism.
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THE BELIEFS OF CHRISTIANITY: J.E.S.U.S.

For Teachers 6th - 9th
In this beliefs of Christianity study guide worksheet, students read a brief overview pertaining to topic and then respond to 5 reflection questions.
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World War II Notes

For Teachers 7th - 11th
In this World War II study guide worksheet, students read the notes provided regarding U.S. involvement in the war and add notes of their own.
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The Importance of Trade Routes

For Teachers 6th - 9th
In this cultural diffusion study guide worksheet, students read a brief overview pertaining to the significance of trade routes and then respond to a reflection question.
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Rise of English Democracy

For Teachers 7th - 10th
In this rise of English democracy study guide worksheet, students read a brief overview pertaining to the time period in English history and then respond to a reflection question.
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The Causes of Revolutions

For Teachers 7th - 11th
In this history of revolutions study guide worksheet, students read a brief overview pertaining to Enlightenment ideals and then respond to 7 reflection questions.
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Absolute Monarchs and Constitutional Monarchs

For Teachers 8th - 12th
For this absolute monarchs and constitutional monarchs study guide worksheet, students read a brief overview pertaining to the topic and then respond to a reflection question.
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John Calvin

For Teachers 8th - 11th
In this John Calvin study guide worksheet, students read a brief overview pertaining to Calvinism and then respond to 3 reflection questions.
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Why Europeans Explored

For Teachers 6th - 11th
In this motivations behind exploration study guide worksheet, young scholars read a brief overview pertaining to the time period in world history and then respond to a reflection question.
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America Influenced by the Enlightenment

For Teachers 7th - 11th
In this influence of the Enlightenment on America study guide worksheet, pupils read the notes provided and add notes of their own regarding the frameworks for the Declaration of Independence and U.S. Constitution.
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National Endowment for the Humanities

Lesson 1: In Depth with the Full Spectrum

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers study the ways in which an artist can use color. They view various images of artwork and discuss the effect of color on spacial dimensions, focal points, tone, and mood.
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A Prelude To Beowulf

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students study the literature and literary techniques of the early Middle Ages, thus preparing students to read Beowulf with an appreciation for its artistry and beauty. Students solve online riddles, write riddles and study Anglo-Saxon...
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Sewage Spill into Biscayne Bay

For Teachers 10th - Higher Ed
Young scholars use a hypothetical case study to learn about environmental health issues associated with water, recreational water, and sewage. They use an inquiry-based learning module to generate questions, draft a research plan, and...
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Music Makers

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students explore distinct styles that have characterized famous musicians and conductors. By studying one musician or conductor in-depth, students become experts on this person's musical style and are given the opportunity to share.
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Careers in Science Choose Your Own Adventure

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Middle schoolers explore the types of careers that study of science subjects can lead to. They comprehend how to use resources for researching careers. Students become aware of the impact of science on their lives, becoming exposed to a...
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What Happened to Mya

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students research the symptoms and treatments of diabetes. In this diabetes lesson, students explore the topic and share their findings through a case study. Several extensive activities are also suggested.
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I'm Still Scared: The War Years

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
Students read the story I'm Still Scared: The War Years, complete discussion questions, and activities about the book. In this war book lesson plan, students keep journals, write about being frightened, have a war veteran visit their...
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Biology: New Trials & Findings

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students use background knowledge to summarize articles about skin cancer research and present them to the class and place their studies along a clinical study timeline. They are introduced to clincal trails and to various aspects of...
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1765 to the Declaration of Independence

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students research philanthropists of the American Revolution. In this philanthropy lesson, students watch the video Johnny Tremain and analyze the characters and determine their motives. Students read the Declaration of Independence...
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Hunting Invertebrate Fossils in the Classroom

For Teachers 2nd - 8th
Students acquire a general knowledge of fossils and paleontology, the study of evidence of life in the past and identify the major invertebrate groups (phyla) commonly found in the fossil record.