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Law of the Land

For Teachers 1st
First graders explore how the rules and responsibilities are different at school and at home.
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All About Me

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
Young scholars create a collage from magazines, and the internet that is reflective of themselves and write a friendly letter via email to a pen pal. They take their letters through the writing process and write their final draft on...
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Making Good Investments

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students compare different aspects of investing money from traditional savings accounts to money market accounts. They research investment accounts at local banks and compare them.
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The Power of Words: Social Justice Words

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students role-play the position of a presidential candidate. They create their platform to include social justice programs and present it to the class. They answer questions to end the lesson.
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Papunya Dot Paintings

For Teachers K - 12th
Learners create examples of Papunya Dot Paintings using brushes, tempera or acrylic paints, dowel rods, and paper in this Art lesson for any grade or ability level. Examples of Papunya Dot Paintings are included as resource links.
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Veterans Day

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders research the origin of Veterans Day and its purpose in the life of Americans today. Students begin the lesson by looking up key vocabulary. The teacher uses a media presentation to create interest. The class composes...
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The Geography of Renaissance

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Pupils use the internet to research the geography of the Renaissance. Using maps of Europe, they identify at least three key cities during the time period and discuss the main types of transportation. They research the various customs...
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Native Son

For Teachers 9th - 10th
In this Native Son worksheet, students read a one page passage from the book and then explain how the extract related to To Kill a Mockingbird. Students answer in essay form.
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World War I Propaganda

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students interpret historical evidence presented in primary and secondary resources. In this World War I lesson, students examine the propaganda techniques used by different nations during the war and analyze examples. Students also...
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European Capital of Culture

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
Students investigate the meaning of culture.  In this European capital lesson plan, students define the meaning of 'culture'.  Students construct a poster that features their city as a cultural center.
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The Tale of the Feral - Care and Multiplication of Feral Cats

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students differentiate between a feral cat and a domesticated cat. For this cat lesson plan, students use the scientific method, calculate averages, solve story problems, and learn how a caretaker can help a feral colony live safely.
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Cemetery Mapping Lesson

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders explore historical records. For this cemetery mapping lesson, 8th graders analyze local community data as they examine gravestones and read epitaphs. 
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Bush Fires

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students consider the effectiveness of backburning operations. In this current events lesson, students analyze a photograph of firemen fighting bush fires in efforts to determine what was taking place when the photograph was taken....
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Equations, Expressions, Factorization

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Students graph and solve equations and expressions. In this algebra lesson plan, students use simple factorization to simplify expressions. They review for an exam by doing basic algebra.
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Ancient Greece: Inquiring Minds Want to Know

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders explore world history by writing newspaper articles. For this Greek history lesson, 2nd graders investigate the geography and society of Ancient Greece by utilizing the Internet as a research tool. Students collaborate...
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Haring Inspired Drawing and Sculpture

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Young scholars research art by identifying the work of Keith Haring. In this sculpting lesson, students utilize the web to examine sculptures and drawings in the style of Keith Haring. Young scholars utilize sculpting wire, foil,...
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Friendship

For Teachers 1st - 3rd
Learners practice sitting silently and feeling love and friendship grow in their heart. They listen as the teacher reads a story of friendship between Zahid and Ali (included in the lesson). They discuss the story and participate in a...
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Truthfulness

For Teachers 1st - 3rd
Students investigate the concept of truthfulness. They practice the skill through seeing how truth is seen from other perspectives. Students are given a quotation to consider and spend time brainstorming with others about its meaning.
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What Is the Role of the President in the American Constitutional Government?

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students read about the role of the president. In this US government lesson, students read about the role of the president as stated in the US Constitution. Students examine issues of presidential power and identify various checks and...
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Places where I see the flag

For Teachers K
Students talk about flags from different countries and how during the olympics they can see flags from many different countries.
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From the Kitchen Table to the House of Commons

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students examine cartoons that include caricatures of all leaders of federal parties.
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"Open Mic" - Giving Creative Expression To The Connection Between The Japanese American Internment, September 11, And Our Rights Today

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students explore the similarities of the Japanese-American experience in WWII and Arab-American experience in post-September 11 US policy. They create presentations on their reflections and express themselves through poetry, dance,...
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About Abraham Lincoln

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders complete a variety of activities and exercises as they study the life, policies, and lasting influence of Abraham Lincoln.
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Jeopardy Review for WWII

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students participate in a Jeopardy-style review game for a quiz on WWII. They divide into teams, choose team captains and answer a variety of questions pertaining to the study of WWII.