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Spelling Word Flashcards
First graders draw pictures of spelling words. In this spelling lesson, 1st graders create flashcards by drawing a picture of each of the spelling words on one side and writing the actual word on the other side.
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Scientific Method "Lab Writeup"
High schoolers analyze and experience the scientific method. They discuss the various steps of the method, conduct various experiments, and write a three-paragraph essay regarding their conclusion.
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The Magic Box
Students use their visual-spatial intelligence to describe imagined boxes. A complete sequence of opening the imagined box and visualizing its contents is performed. Students write a summary of what they "saw" in their imagination.
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Applying for a Job
Students apply for a job and create a resume. In this applying for a job lesson, students write a resume for themselves. Resume is designed for real world application.
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The Life and Times of....
High schoolers assume the role of an investigative reporter and research an artist and the world in which they worked. They create a 2-page newspaper using MS Publisher about the artist and the time period he/she lived in.
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Functional Classroom Design
Students work in groups to design an effective and functional classroom. In this classroom design lesson, students discuss community and make a mental map and sketch of their classroom. Students complete a handout about the design...
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The Life and Times of Robert Frost
Students explore the life and times of Robert Frost. Using a fact worksheet imbedded students access websites to gather information about the life and writings of Robert Frost.
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Solving Linear Equations
In this solving linear equations worksheet, 9th graders solve and complete 6 different types of problems. First, they maintain a balance on both sides of the equation so that each side remains equal. Then, students apply mathematical...
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The Voice of Voting: How do We Judge Design
Students examine various methods of judging popular culture and compare them to the judging of the People's Design Award. In this popular culture and design lesson, students research different ways of voting in popular culture, beginning...
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Contour Wrapped Animal Portrait
Students will select a high interest animal portrait. After completing an n accurate light line drawing, the portrait will be finished using contours lines constructed of implied wrapping using pencil and pen. The eyes will be completed...
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Haunted House
Students are read the story "That Terrible Halloween Night". Using their senses, they describe what it is like going into a haunted house for the first time. They write their own ending to the story and share it with the class to end the...
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Ceramics and Patterns with Islamic Roots and the Effect on Christian Europe
Students examine a variety of ceramic pieces and trace their route through China into Europe. As a class, they discuss how ideas and patterns were carried along with the art itself. To end the lesson plan, they write a report on the...
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Chocolate Place - Factories around the world
Students create a PowerPoint presentation on how chocolate is made. In this chocolate lesson plan, students locate chocolate factories around the world, and study the process of converting the cacao seed into a chocolate bar. Students...
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Lesson 5:Web Page
Students create a webpage. In this technology lesson, students choose a topic and work in groups to create their own webpage using Microsoft Frontpage. This lesson includes directions on how to make webpages and cover pages.
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Solar System: Fantasy Planet
Students 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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Papa Interviews
Working in teams of two, young scholars conduct interviews by playing the role of a reporter and Hemingway. They research their parts, write the interviews, and perform them for the rest of the class.