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Amphibians and Reptiles

For Students 4th - 5th
In this experiment worksheet, students design an experiment given a list of materials. The experiment should demonstrate how temperature effects an amphibians body processes.
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Polar Animal Research Reports

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders research and write a report on a polar animal. Each student be given a graphic organizer to complete on a particular animal. They are encouraged to use technology for the research and presentation portions of the project.
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Grade 8 Unit 4

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders analyze aspirations and ideals of the people of the new nation, in terms of its physical landscapes and political divisions, and the territorial expansion of the United States during the terms of the first four presidents.
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Sensory Competition

For Teachers 2nd - 5th
Students explore examining something through one sense but experience competing input with another. The lesson also shows the plasticity of the brain and other cognitive functions.
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Ancient Egyptian Culture

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders participate in a Webquest on Ancient Egypt. They identify clothing and jewelry, list the steps of mummification, decipher hieroglyphics, and complete a Travel Log.
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Solar System: Fantasy Planet

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Young scholars create their own fantasy planet using computer software on KidPix. In this planets lesson plan, students also write a paragraph about their planet including the name, population, weather, and more.
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Scientific Method Review

For Students 7th - 8th
In this Scientific Method Review worksheet, students demonstrate knowledge of key terms related to the Scientific Method. Students complete a crossword puzzle to review these terms.
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Remembrance Day

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders research the meaning behind Remembrance Day. In this Remembrance Day lesson, 2nd graders discuss peace and why Remembrance Day is significant. The book Why We Remember is read aloud to the students.
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Top 10 Facts About Space

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Middle schoolers create their own Top 10 Facts about any topic related to space.  In this space lesson, students work in groups to produce a Top Ten List of facts about space and share with their classmates.  Groups choose a...
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Circular Motion

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students research physical science by completing worksheets. In this gravity lesson, students read assigned text regarding the rotation of Earth and the gravitational force caused by the speed of which it rotates. Students complete a...
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Space Exploration

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers explore different planets of our solar system. Students gather specific information on each of the planets. High schoolers choose suitable planet for colonization.
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Scientific Method

For Students 7th - 8th
In this Scientific Method activity, students demonstrate understanding of the Scientific Method by completing a chart. Students label the important steps taken while using this method in conducting an experiment.
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Sorting Nets

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explore sorting networks.  In this computer science lesson, students problem solve as they investigate a parallel processing sorting network. 
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American Revolution and Constitution Take Home Assessment

For Students 8th - 12th
In this early American history activity, students create posters that feature the branches of government as established by the U.S. Constitution. Students also research founding ideals of the nation and use Venn diagrams to compare and...
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Presidents of the United States

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
Students discuss American Presidents. They each complete research on one particular President and then, using a template, create a short biography (including a picture) about him. When all biographies are complete, they compile them into...
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Magic Moisture

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Learners discover the process of condensation.  In this experimental activity, students hypothesize and conduct an experiment to determine where the water comes from during condensation.
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The Research Paper

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students demonstrate a working knowledge of how to produce bibliography cards using MLA Documentation. They organize information from a variety of sources and credit sources for both quoted and paraphrased ideas.
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A Pixie Biography Report

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Students practice biographical writing after completing research on the subject.  In this journalism activity, students read a story of an important person's life and discuss the important moments along the way.  Students...
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Give a Hoot About Owls

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
Students research basic information about owls. They complete a class KWL chart, and conduct research on owls using the Internet and a variety of resource books. Next, they write an owl acrostic poem and a report using their research...
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Who Are You?

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explore the concept of self and analyze the Human Organization Theory. Individually, students write poems about themselves. In small groups, they create a poster related to the 14 categories of the Human Organization Theory....
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How Products are Manufactured?

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders comprehend the difference between mass production and custom manufacturing. They have a basic understanding on how items go from a raw material to a manufactured finished product. Students have an understanding of the...
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River System

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders explore the parts of a river system and understand the importance of each part.  In this river system lesson, 5th graders diagram a river system and write a paragraph explaining its parts.
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Buzz Up My Hive

For Teachers 1st - 3rd
Young scholars research bees. In this organisms activity, students participate in various learning centers to find out more about bees. The centers include watching a video and taking notes, reading books about bees, and going on a...
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How an Idea Becomes a Law

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Students explore how a bill becomes a law and the actions the President may take. They create a poster illustrating the steps.