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Rain Forests

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students investigate claims of medicinal plants found in the rain forest. In this research skills instructional activity, students examine the validity of Internet sources as they visit websites in search of information about rain forest...
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Pathfinders: Using Information Resources

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders gather and use information on a chosen topic for a hypothetical research paper. They use organizational features of printed text, the Internet, and other media to locate information and choose a specific topic.
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Hero Research

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students examine and research the idea of heroism. They watch and discuss a Powerpoint presentation, conduct research, and write a research paper about the qualities and characteristics of a hero.
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Art Show with the Masters

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Learners contribute to a classroom art show. In this art appreciation lesson, students research the lives and works of artists from different ages. Learners write reports, recreate artwork of their researched artists, and participate in...
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The Roman Record

For Teachers 7th - 9th Standards
Using Google Earth, Google Docs, and other Google Tools, collaborative groups of seventh graders research and then create and share online newspapers reporting on the early development, geographical features, political issues, and...
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Turmoil In 20th-Century Europe

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students study the Titanic disaster. In this research skills instructional activity, students watch "Turmoil in 20th Century Europe," and then discuss how experts have provided the public information about the disaster. Students research...
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Faith-Based Initiatives

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Middle schoolers consider the effectiveness of faith-based initiatives. In this religion and ethics lesson, students research issues relative to the separation of church and state. Middle schoolers investigate the Bush faith-based...
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Mississippi River

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Learners study scanning and skimming techniques. In this research skills lesson, students use the research techniques on print literature about the Mississippi River. Learners prepare book talks on the literature they read.
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Mammals of Fields, Meadows, and Hedgerows

For Students 6th - 10th
In this mammals instructional activity, students research the internet to find information and answer short answer questions about mammals of fields, meadows, and hedgerows. Students complete 12 questions.
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Reading About Children from Other Places in the World: Structured Research Project

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Students read about children in Ghana, Sri Lanka and Haiti. They compare these children to themselves in a structured lesson that focuses on note taking and research skills. Students work in groups to write a short essay about the...
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Crazy Critters

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders visit a local park to collect insects. They record the habitats, identify the insect and write a report including the kingdom, phylum, class, and order.
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Happy Holidays!

For Students 4th - 6th
For this report writing worksheet, students select a holiday and read a nonfiction book about it in preparation for writing a report. Students write a report including answers to all the questions listed.
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Report and Research Ideas for Australia

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
In this Australia report worksheet, students make a decision about what specific topic they wish to choose for a report about Australia. Students read the 5 detailed suggestions about what they could choose to research.
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A Short Report on the Moon: Black and White Copy

For Students 1st - 2nd
In this moon report worksheet, students use the cover sheet and 3 small lined pages to make a short report on the moon. Students do their research, write on the pages and then cut it apart and staple to make a mini book. The cover may be...
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A Short Report on Earth: Black and White Copy

For Students 1st - 2nd
In this Earth report worksheet, students use the cover sheet and 3 small lined pages to construct a mini book about the Earth. Students do their own research and write their facts on the pages. Students then cut, staple and color the...
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Australia Report Page 1

For Students 3rd - 4th
In this Australia report worksheet, students research 6 facts about the country and write them on the blank lines next to the words: official name, type of government, population, capital, language, and currency. They write a short...
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A Short Report on the Moon

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
In this moon report worksheet, students use the cover sheet and 3 lined pages to make a short mini-book about the moon. Students will do their own research and write the facts on the lines.
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Idaho State Report Worksheet

For Students 3rd - 4th
In this Idaho state report worksheet, students see the Idaho state flag. They research 7 facts about the state which include the state motto, flower, tree, and what the state is known for.
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Indiana State Report Worksheet

For Students 3rd - 4th
In this Indiana state report recording worksheet, students see a colored picture of the Indiana state flag. They research 7 facts about the state witch include the state tree, flower, motto, and what the state is known for.
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Do Some Research

For Students 4th - 6th
In this Internet research worksheet, students complete a library or and Internet search on astronomers then draw a picture and write a report on the topic.
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Famous Dead People Project

For Teachers 4th - 5th Standards
Despite the slightly off-putting title, the instructions and activities detailed in these project guidelines for researching a noteworthy figure will serve as a fantastic supplement to your next famous person research...
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The Effects of Environmental Conditions on Aquatic Organisms

For Teachers 8th - 12th
What kind of experiment can your class do to how observe the environment effects on organisms? Groups design and conduct lab experiments to learn about the effects of the environment on aquatic organisms. Based upon knowledge gained...
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Ambitious Women Artists at Work

For Teachers 3rd - 5th Standards
Ambition is the keyword of a lesson that focuses on the contributions made by famous female artists. Specifically looking at European artists, Luisa Roldan and Elisabeth Louise Vigee Le Brun, scholars examine a piece of their work then...
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Coming Attractions Theater

For Teachers 1st - 6th
Elementary students research the history and construction of movie theaters, read a book of their choice and portray its primary characters and plot in a visual, movie-style report. They design and create their own movie theater in which...

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