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HOLES UNIT
Students participate in the unit based on the Newbery Medal-winning novel by Louis Sachar and the Walt Disney Movie "Holes". They use the layered curriculum model of assessment and activities.
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St. Patrick Word Search
In this holiday worksheet, students learn the origin of St. Patrick's Day by reading a paragraph about its history. Students complete a 20 example word search puzzle. Note: There are some religious references in the paragraph and the...
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Notorious Confusables
In this similar words activity, students complete a 10 question multiple choice on-line interactive quiz about words that are easily confused. Students choose the best word to complete each sentence from 2 similar words. Example:...
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The Higher Power of Lucky
Students complete activities using the book The Higher Power of Lucky. In this literature lesson, students read the story and identify the parts of the story. They create a wind chime like that found in the book.
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Priceless Gifts
Third graders read about Italy and the complete activities that investigate the spice trade. In this spice trade lesson plan, 3rd graders analyze characters, write a thank you note, speak Italian, and complete language activities.
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U.S. Geography: The Northeast
Students investigate U.S. Geography by creating a map in class. In this natural resource lesson, students create a map of the United States and research the Northeast based on their resources and recyclable materials. Students...
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Shanghai: Old Meets New
In this editing worksheet, 5th graders read, analyze and proofread/edit the text "Shanghai: Old meets New". Students correct all the errors they find within the text.
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Reading, Writing, Reciting Exciting Poetry!
Students complete a poetry analysis unit. In this poetry analysis lesson, students study poetry by reading, reciting, and analyzing poems and their poets. Students study poetic devices, write their own poems, and complete hands-on...
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Simulation: Norse Scratchings
Learners discover the meaning of a Norse runic message as they study a Vikings unit. In this Norse alphabet lesson plan, students decode a runic message as a part of a study about Vikings. Learners earn the letters to decode the message...
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Rock On And Carve Off
Sixth graders work in groups of four to create one subtractive relief bust out of clay. Team results are shared and discussed to analyze the degree of planning and skillful manipulation of materials necessary to complete a limestone bust.
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Fungal History
Students identify different types of fungi. They discuss how mushrooms are used in American culture and research an issue about a type of fungi. They share their information with the class.
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Dragons In Chinese Folktales And Art
Students investigate and discuss the use of the dragon in Chinese folktales and art in this middle school lesson plan introducing Chinese art and culture. Lesson extensions are included for additional activities.
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Political Protest Through Art
Learners examine how artists (painters or cartoonists) use artwork as a means of disseminating a political point of view in this lesson plan that uses primary source documents and examples of political cartoons.
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Cave Painting in the Ice Age
Students take notes and sketch during the Internet research. They take notes of the colors found in the cave paintings (black, browns, ochre, sienna). They create an initial full size comprehensive sketch on scrap paper and in their...
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Chinese Kites
First graders investigate the concept of kite making in the culture of China. They design and create their own kites. The purposes of making kites is discussed and the question of a kite's functionality is covered.
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The Traditions of Christmas
For this holiday reading comprehension worksheet, students learn about 3 common Christmas traditions: wreaths, stockings, and decorated trees. Students read facts about each and answer questions.
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Bicentennial Mural
Learners create a permanent artwork in celebration of Worthington's and Ohio"s Bicentennials. The 7th and 8th grade art students and staff get to work on this special and unique project. Each student chooses a person, event or symbol...
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Bringing Surrealism into the Digital Realm
Students write a three page article on two famous surrealist artist of their times. Then, they compare and contrast their similarities and document in the article website references used on footnotes. Students also use pre-existing...
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Symbols on Coins: U.S. Coins Evolved from Ancient Times
Learners explore the evolution of coins, and create their own coin, using the various features that have been carried over into modern times.
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The Pre-Raphaelite Artists
A study of pre-Raphaelite artists can lead to an exploration of art, literature, and history.
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The Life and Work of Marc Chagall
The background and work of the artist Marc Chagall can be a great way to teach students about history and art.
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The Life and Work of Paul Cezanne
Students can explore the art of Paul Cezanne with these lessons and activities.
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Image Transfer and Printmaking With Clay and Under Glazes
What a creative lesson plan! Learners make sushi dishes using printmaking methods. They use a variety of techniques including those involving under glazes and clay. There are instructions and pictures to make this process easy for...