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What about Continental Drift?
Fifth graders research the Continental Drift by researching for evidence of continental movement. The teaching explains the theory of plate tectonics and the Earth's magnetic field. They conclude the activity by watching the video of "In...
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UN resolution on Iraq
Students take a quiz and examine the decision making exercise: How the UN Security Council makes decisions on global security. Three main areas covered: UN membership, UN Security Council and the UN resolution.
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Fireworks
Students listen to a short lecture on the history of fireworks and identify how fireworks are made. They paint a picture depicting fireworks and view a presentation on firework safety.
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All Clause Review
In this guessing game worksheet, students practice their use of clauses as they write 9 sentences that begin with, "I'm thinking of...".
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Prisoner of War Camps In Japan
In this Japanese war camps worksheet, students read a one page text with details and photographs about the location of war camps in Japan and the treatment of the prisoners. There are no questions to answer.
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Drifting Continents
In this plate tectonics worksheet, learners study the continents map and complete 8 short answer questions related to them. They predict what the Earth will look like millions from now.
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Part-Part-Whole
In this math worksheet, students color pictures to show that a whole number is a combination of two smaller parts. Students listen as their buddy demonstrates telling about the pictures, example: "I see one blue balloon and three red...
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Good Schools For Everyone
Students work in groups in order to brainstorm the type of criteria needed to assess the quality of a secondary school. They use several case studies to establish the context for coming up with ideas. Then students conduct research into...
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World Awaits Bush Global Policy
Students read an online article in order to participate in a discussion and writing activity based on it.
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All Clause Review
In this clause worksheet, learners write an "I'm thinking of..." statement and other students try to guess what it is the student is thinking of. There are 9 written out on the worksheet.
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Arsenic Contamination: Water Filtration
Students work in groups to design a filtration process that will separate clean water from polluted water. They organize data in tables or graphs and present their findings to the class. Students identify further safety protocols that...
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Snacks in a Bag
Learners brainstorm a list of their favorite snacks. Using clues, they identify the type of snack being described. On a map, they identify and locate the origin of the ingredients used to make it. They write their own clues for...
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Introduction to the UN
Students read the story UN wins Nobel Peace Prize, this is a way to introduce the United Nations and find out what Students already know. Students draft a formal letter to Kofi Annan the UN Secretary-General which include personal...
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Breaking News English: Energy Drinks Harmful to Kids
In this English worksheet, students read "Energy Drinks Harmful to Kids," and then respond to 1 essay, 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.
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Breaking News English: Japanese-Russian Peace Treaty Still Remote
For this English worksheet, students read "Japanese-Russian Peace Treaty Still Remote," and then respond to 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.
BBC
Bbc: News: Country Profile: Taiwan
BBC News features a general overview of the East Asian country of Taiwan. Focus is on history, country facts, leaders, and media. Provides links to a timeline of key events and recent news articles.
Association of Religion Data Archives
Association of Religion Data Archives: National Profiles: Taiwan
Learn about religion in Taiwan, in this Association of Religion Data Archives country profile; includes general facts, history, and religious data.
The Economist
The Economist: Taiwan
This is a series of articles about Taiwan, with background articles to help understand politics, economics and current events in the country.
Central Intelligence Agency
Cia: World Factbook: Taiwan
This resource from the CIA World Factbook provides a detailed fact sheet of Taiwan. The content covers the country's geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues. It includes...
Nations Online Project
Nations Online: Taiwan
Great destination guide and country profile for Taiwan featuring background details, and numerous links to key information on the country's culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population, news, tourism, government, and more.
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Taiwan
The Encyclopedia of Earth provides an overview of Taiwan, including its geography, natural resources, history, government, economy, and much more. Maps and images are also included, along with sources used to create the entry.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Taiwan
Provides an overview of the culture of Taiwan. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion, politics, etc....
American Museum of Natural History
American Museum of Natural History: Taiwan O Logy Card
Flip this interactive card to start learning about the island of Taiwan. Answer multiple-choice and fact-or-fiction questions and review some fast facts about this small country that is sometimes called Formosa.
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Global Edge: Taiwan: Introduction
Discover statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the territory of Taiwan in East Asia.