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The 1848 Revolution, the Second Reich, and the First World War
Students explore the events that led up to World War I. In this World History lesson, students read an article on Germany and World War I, then answer four study questions and write an essay about the article.
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Writing Morning: Narrative Setting
Provide an overview of setting in a narrative. Learners discuss story elements, focusing on setting. Then, they set the scene for an imaginary world using their five senses. This is a great way to help your class better understand this...
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Train Skip Counting: Count by 5s
Skip counting builds number sense. Have your special needs class skip count by 5s. They count along the 5s train, fill in the missing numbers, then fill in a train completely. Great scaffolding!
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Making Sense of the Answer- Solving Word Problems
In this math problem solving worksheet, students read each word problem, underline the code words, and write the operation that should be used to solve each problem. They explain their reasoning for choosing the particular operation.
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Expanded Form (P)
Now here is a challenge that can be used toward the end of the second grade. Learners will assess 12 five-digit numbers and write each in expanded form. A great way to reinforce place value and build number sense.
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Exploring Patterns in Linked Division Calculations
Kids can work through this series of linked division problems to determine patterns and practice calculator use. They start by making calculations as a class, then work on a given set of division and multiplication problems intended to...
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Using Numbers Everywhere
Kindergarteners explore various representations and uses of numbers to develop number sense. They participate in an activity and arrange patterns into groups. Students compare the sets and describe the objects in each set.
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Everyone's Playing Basketball
To foster number sense and build problem solving skills, pupils will work through a complex word problem. They will be asked to analyze the data given, solve the problem, then share their thinking process with the class. This activity...
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Fractions, Decimals, and Percents
Fractions, decimals, and percents all say the same thing! Show your classes how to convert between the three forms using visual and numeric representations. Then lead them to an understanding of scientific notation.
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Dominos As Fractions
Students investigate the concept of using fractions in a variety of different contexts. They participate in a hands on activity in the stead of book work. The goal is to get them acquainted with the use of fractions using mental math...
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Counting Objects
Little learners can practice counting. Each slide presents a set of objects to be counted by the class. A finger points to each object as it is counted. This presentation is short, but developmentally sound.
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Lesson 4 Activity 1: Mapping the Third Dimension
Students work in pairs to construct a simple stereoscope.
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Expanded Form (E)
Put the power of place value in the hands of your eager learners. They assess 12 four-digit numbers and write each in its expanded form.
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Place Value
Providing a short review of place value, this activity focusing on numbers in the hundreds, could be used in a lower elementary classroom. This eight question worksheet could be a quick and easy way to have students practice this skill.
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What's That?
Meant to be a simulation of a deep-sea exploration, this requires that another instructional activity be completed first. In that instructional activity, titled "Animals of the Lost City," marine biology buffs construct murals of benthic...
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Number Line Locomotion
Here is a great lesson that incorporates movement into academic learning. Students improve addition subtraction skills by using number lines and locomotor movement.
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Touching Spirit Bear: Anticipatory Guide
Will Peter and Cole ever forgive one another? Anticipation guides contain questions such as this to help teach readers how to make predictions about a text. First out of a series of five resources, the guide is full of statements about...
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My 5 Senses Book
Students create a 5 page My 5 Senses book. They type 1 sense on each page and select 4 corresponding pictures to go with the sense.
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Number Bonds to 10, 20, 30 & 50
For this number bonds worksheet, 1st graders complete the sets of five addition problems in each set. Students fill in the missing element of the addition sentence.
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The 20% of Beethoven
Compare Beethoven's fifth symphony to latin music and disco. Learners will listen to and discuss the elements found in the first part of Beethoven's composition. They'll then look for the same elements in Tito Puente and Bee Gees songs....
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Testing the Accuracy of a Rain Gauge
Students identify and test variables that may affect the accuracy of a rain gauge. They share findings of their research with the class in a 'mini-meteorology-convention'. They design an experiment with a control setup to test their...
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Anne Frank and Louisiana - There is a Connection!
How is Louisiana connected to the Holocaust? After reading The Diary of Anne Frank, eighth graders complete a research report about a survivor of the Holocaust who currently resides in Louisiana. Though the idea is a good way to...
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Fluency is the Key!
A field trip to the library begins this instructional activity where children select their own books to practice fluent silent reading. They then practice their writing by creating a new ending to the story they chose before receiving a...
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Sharks ~ Taking a Bite Out of the Myth
The first thing to know about this lesson is that the commercial fisheries data for the activity no longer seems to be available. That being said, there are fascinating links to other websites, some about the comparative odds of being...
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