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Sleep and Energy

For Teachers K - 3rd
Students discuss the importance of getting a good night's sleep. They make connections between sleep, energy, and having a good day at school. They make a sleepiness chart which shows how they feel each day for a week.
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Worksheet
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The Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis

For Students 10th - 11th
In this C.S. Lewis learning exercise, students answer ten questions from Letter 14 in the Screwtape Letters. Students define six words from the chapter and can define more for extra credit.
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Lesson Plan
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Puberty/Adolescence: Am I Normal?

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students inspect psychology by answering a list of health study questions. In this puberty lesson, students identify the impact teenage years have on boys and girls. Students define a list of scientific terms and answer study questions...
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Lesson Plan
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Drawing Animals

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students draw animals using photographs and/or mounted animals. They apply details using shading techniques. They illustrate animals using geometric shapes.
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Lesson Plan
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Cultures of Our Nation

For Teachers K - 4th
Students bring in family items that represent their culture and present them to the class. In this culture lesson plan, students can bring in food, music, dance, pictures, and more.
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Lesson Plan
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History/Mystery: Regionalism and Ethnicity in the American Detective Novel

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students use mystery novels to focus on the history and ethnicity of different regions of the United States. As a class, they are introduced to the elements of a mystery and compare them to the other types of novels they have read. In...
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Lesson Plan
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Examining the African American Family through the Eyes of Women Authors

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students read stories by women authors on the characteristics of the African-American family. Using the internet, they research the history of issues that have affected African-American families from the Civil War to the Civil Rights...
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Lesson Plan
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Approaching Walden Curriculum Unit

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students engage in a literature study unit. They use various exercises to build reading comprehension using a wide variety of literature texts. While reading the books, students are encouraged to think reflectively in order to appreciate...
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Libby Bloom

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students read the book, Libby Bloom. They identify the different themes of the book, such as friendship and family and discuss. They relate the book to Math, Social Studies and English
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Lesson Plan
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Adding Snap to Language Arts

For Teachers K - 2nd
Young scholars take photographs of themselves, animals, and objects and used these photos as springboards for writing stories, plays, photo captions, comic strips, ads for products, and greeting card messages.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Arnold Schwarzenegger: Flex Appeal

For Teachers 5th - 12th
Young scholars explore how Arnold Schwarzenegger rose to the top of Hollywood's A-list through sheer muscle and determination. Born in a small Austrian village, Arnold buffed not only his body, but his image and ego.
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Article
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Kids Health: The Story on Self Esteem

For Students 3rd - 5th
Self-esteem is something that we all have. It is how you look at yourself, how highly you value yourself. If you have good self-esteem, you're bound to be a little more confident and proud of yourself than a person who has a lower level...
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Website
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Child Development: How to Help Children and Teens Develop a Positive Self Image

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This resource provides information and tips about how to boost the self esteem of children and teens.
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Article
PBS

Pbs: I'm Glad I'm Me Developing Self Esteem

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Advice for parents and caregivers about the importance of fostering positive self-esteem, with suggestions for helping children discover their self-worth. Link to a video that demonstrates different activities used with young children to...
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Website
PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Sesame Street: Trauma

For Students Pre-K - K
Trauma can destroy a child's sense of self-worth and confidence in their abilities. Developing new skills, such as balance and focus, can help build it back. These resources offer a variety of ideas to help build a child's self-esteem...
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Lesson Plan
PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Arthur: Appreciating Talents

For Teachers K - 1st
Boost children's self-esteem by helping them to create awards recognizing their personal strengths and abilities.
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Lesson Plan
Utah Education Network

Uen: Be Proactive

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This student engages learners in buidling self-esteem skills so that they will acquire employability skills.
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Lesson Plan
Utah Education Network

Uen: Self Acceptance

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Lesson focuses on learners recognizing strengths in themselves and others as well as learning to write in verse.
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Article
AdLit

Ad lit.org: Finding a Great Summer Program: A Checklist for Parents

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Early and sustained summer learning opportunities lead to higher graduation rates, better preparation for college, and positive effects on children's self-esteem, confidence, and motivation. High-quality summer programs keep students...
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Unit Plan
PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Sesame Street: Resilience

For Students Pre-K - K
Giving new things a try helps children learn, grow, and take on challenges! These resources teach kids and parents that they are always growing and learning!
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Activity
PBS

Pbs: Hold an Awards Ceremony

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Identify your own personal talents and design an award celebrating those skills and accomplishments. Participate in an awards ceremony that recognizes the talent in everyone.
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Activity
PBS

Pbs Teachers: Help Your Child Cope With Teasing

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Identify your feelings in various social situations that make you happy or sad. Talk about how it feels to be teased, and work together with others to develop a list of coping strategies.