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BBC

The Monarch's Changing Role

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Though the grandeur and elegance of the British palace remains unchanged throughout history, the role of the monarch has shifted from absolute rule to collaboration with a constitutional parliament. Young historians learn about the...
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K20 LEARN

Microbes and Manure = Biofuel

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Waste not, want not! Science scholars explore manure as an alternative energy source through reading and experimentation. Groups construct their own biofuel digesters and observe the process of methane production. The teacher's guide...
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Howard Hughes Medical Institute

Central Dogma and Genetic Medicine

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
Scientists work every day to find solutions to genetic diseases. Scholars learn about the process of gene sequencing, mutations, and the results. They explore genetic diseases and therapies to intervene and help and, through case...
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PBS

Elizabeth Cady Stanton: Orator, Author, and Activist

For Teachers 3rd - 7th Standards
Have you ever felt like your opinion doesn't count? Scholars research and analyze the impact Elizabeth Cady Stanton had on women's rights. Primary and secondary sources as well as video clips give individuals a clear picture of Stanton's...
Interactive
Howard Hughes Medical Institute

Tissue Regeneration in Animals

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
Every species regenerates at least one tissue or organ in their bodies. Learn about different regeneration processes in animals. An intriguing presentation specifically discusses starfish, hydras, planaria, salamanders, mice, humans,...
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iCivics

Step One: We've Got Issues

For Teachers 6th - 8th Standards
What is the most pressing issue in your community? The resource helps you and your middle schoolers begin the process of doing something about it! Learners compare and contrast two pressing issues in their local counties by reading two...
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Yale University

Immigration: Experiencing Ellis Island

For Students 8th
An interactive tour permits young scholars to follow the path of immigrants as they arrive in the United States and are processed at Ellis Island Immigration Station. Packed with photos, videos, and charts, the resource gives texture to...
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Encyclopedia Britannica

Impeachment Explainer

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Andrew Johnson (1868) Bill Clinton (1998) and Donald Trump (2019) were impeached by the House of Representatives. To demonstrate their understanding of the impeachment process, individual create their own "Impeachment Explainer." Writers...
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Encyclopedia Britannica

Get out the Vote Campaign

For Teachers 9th - 12th
While some of your students may be too young to vote, they can get involved in the election process by creating a nonpartisan campaign encouraging voter registration. After researching how to register to vote, class members design PSAs,...
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School Journalism

Investigative and Data Journalism – Day Two

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Class members use the Investigative Reporting Article Planner they completed the first day of the unit to guide the development of an infographic that displays what they have learned about the topic they researched. 
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DocsTeach

Exploring America's Diversity: Mercedes Valle (Beginner)

For Teachers 4th - 10th
An enlightening activity focuses on the life of Mercedes Valle, an immigrant from Ecuador. Scholars analyze ships and census records to understand the life of Mercedes Valle. In addition, they participate in a group discussion and...
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American Institute of Physics

African Americans and the Manhattan Project

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
A lesson about the Manhattan Project will explode young physicists' understanding of the racial attitudes in the United States during and after World war II. Groups select an African American scientist or technician that worked on the...
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Academy of American Poets

Teach This Poem: “Making History” by Marilyn Nelson

For Teachers 3rd - 8th Standards
What makes an event newsworthy, worth a reference in a news magazine or textbook? Who decides? These are questions Marilyn Nelson asks readers of her poem "Making History" to consider. To begin, class members list details they notice in...
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Curated OER

What Exactly Is Food Sovereignty?

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Something is happening here, and what it is is becoming increasingly clear. Middle schoolers investigate the connections between processed foods and health issues and the movement back, especially by Native Americans, to other food...
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Curated OER

Computer Enhanced Instruction

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders complete several computer skill lessons. In this computer skills lesson, 8th graders complete word processing, keyboarding, electronic research, and a PowerPoint presentation.
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Curated OER

Let's Go Fly a Kite!

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Young scholars research and report on aspects of kites. They research the history of kites, the types, and building and flying kites. They use software that enables them to create a graphic organizer and then they create booklets with...
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Curated OER

First Nations Contributions

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders investigate the 6 nations of the First Nations. In this native studies instructional activity, 8th graders research the 6 nations in the confederacy and their contributions to society. Students create displays featuring...
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Curated OER

Loyalist Postcards Research

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students research the story of a Canadian Loyalist and complete an organizer using the research. They create a Loyalist postcard using historical imagination.
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Curated OER

Researching Some Loyalist Stories

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students use electronic media to research Loyalist stories from Canada. They use the research to create a brochure, slide show, or electronic newsletter.
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Curated OER

Tech Smart

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders practice computer skills. In this technology lesson, 6th graders use programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Print Shop, and PowerPoint. They use the Internet for research and data collection to be incorporated in their...
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Curated OER

Learning about Animals

For Teachers 1st - 4th
Learners chose one animal to research. They research the animal using the internet using the sites provided. They also research using books from the library. They conclude the lesson by writing a one page story about their animal...
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Curated OER

Our Troubled World: A Study of Global Issues

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Young scholars analyze global issues. In this research skills lesson, students research selected global issues. Young scholars create e-collages or digital videos that feature their selected issues.
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Curated OER

Outlining

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Students read and evaluate a piece of expository writing. They participate in a class discussion of the outlining process and individually outline a piece of expository writing. Finally, the students create an outline for the purpose...
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Curated OER

Find information for Reports

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders research different sources for a report. In this research activity, 5th graders find their information based on their learning style. Students are broken into 3 groups: auditory, visual, and interpersonal learners.

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