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Primary History: Anglo-Saxon Life
In this Anglo-Saxon activity, students complete 4 extension activities that help them learn more about the Anglo-Saxon life. Students draw a picture of an Anglo-Saxon house, make a list of the steps to make a tunic, research the jobs of...
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American Residential Architecture
The young scholars are introduced to the architecture of the metropolitan Richmond, Va. area. We look at and discuss quoins, architraves, fan lights, and many other aspects of architecture and their origins. The students design a house...
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Non Fiction Posters
A set of very useful posters (in PDF) describing different types of non-fiction texts is here for you. While there isn't an activity, per se, in these worksheets, they could be used as a handy reference for learners who are engaging in...
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Aqueducts
Students explain the different aspects of aqueducts. In this aqueduct instructional activity students complete an activity and fill out a worksheet.
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Energy Through the Ages
In this energy through the ages worksheet, students read about the history of energy use beginning with early civilization and the use of water wheels for the production of energy to hydrocarbon-based coal, oil and natural gas of today....
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Every Building Tells a Story
Examine images from past that depict buildings and towns from their own communities, and compare images with photographs taken at present locations, interview local architect and compare role of 19th Century architect to 21st Century...
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The Landlady Pre-Reading: The Characters
Prepare your class to read "The Landlady" by Roald Dahl with these pre-reading activities about the two main characters in the story. This resource provides a brief overview of the story as well as excerpts from the text that describe...
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The Indian Subcontinent Since 1947: The Legacy of Independence
An exploration of Indian and Pakistani cultures and conflicts throughout the 20th - 21st centuries, this presentation features relevant political cartoons and poignant photos to illustrate the breadth of politics in India and Pakistan....
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History Quiz 4
In this history worksheet, learners complete short answer questions about different World Wars, Prime Ministers, cities in different countries, and more. Students complete 20 questions.
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Vocab-u-lous! Build a Fabulous Vocab
In this vocabulary activity, students select the best word choice to complete the sentence. The words all correspond to the theme of Valentine's Day.
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The Extra Place
Students read and discuss the story of a Peace Corps volunteer's experiences in Poland. They read and write a response to the story, and participate in a class analysis about their own personal decision regarding the story.
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The Extra Place Lesson
Learners explore communication skills. In this Peace Corps lesson, students read "The Extra Place," by Susan Peters and discover Polish cultural traditions. Learners consider how they would respond in a scenario that challenges their...
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Walk Through History
First the Vikings raided Great Britain, and then they set up camp and moved in. Learners explore Viking times and discuss reasons why groups choose to settle. They construct a class timeline, engage in several online activities, and then...
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Art and Literature Quiz 2
In this art and literature worksheet, students answer short answer questions about orchestras, plays, authors, books, and more. Students complete 30 questions.
National First Ladies' Library
Why Do We Have Libraries?
Learners investigate the reason and origins of libraries and conduct an information search using a variety of resources. They are divided into groups that have a specific set of questions they are to answer. Each group will then complete...
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A Recipe For Democracy - The Delicious Taste of Choice
Children can conduct a mock senate after completing these Declaration of Independence and Constitution lesson plans.
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How Tall, How Short, How Faraway
Second graders determine the correct unit of measure to use for different situations. In this measuring lesson, 2nd graders are introduced to different unit of measure. Students study the origin of measurement and practice measuring....
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Making the Connection: Math and Architecture
Taking a walk around you town center can turn into a lesson about math and architecture.
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Catch-22 Quiz
In this online interactive reading comprehension worksheet, students respond to 14 multiple choice questions about Heller's Catch-22. Students may submit their answers to be scored.
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Jelly Beans for Sale
Students connect literature (story Jelly Beans for Sale by Bruce McMillan) to math concepts. In these estimating and money lessons, students work with jelly beans, unifix cubes, pennies, nickels, dimes, and quarters, to estimate and make...
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Primary Structural Forms: Post and Beam
Students examine the three primary structural forms of architecture. They view photos, take a walking tour of their community, conduct strength tests of post, beam, and arch construction, and analyze the test results.
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Etruscan Settlement Uncovered
In this geography learning exercise, students read an excerpt about the Etruscans who settled in an Italian city recently discovered. They respond to four questions about the excerpt that identify why the Etruscan people were ahead of...
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Sayings Quiz: Mixed 7
In this common sayings activity, students answer multiple choice questions about what the common sayings mean. Students complete 10 questions.
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Archaeology Quiz 14
In this archaeology activity, students answer multiple choice questions about the archaeology of the Byzantine Empire, dinosaurs, and more. Students complete 5 questions total.