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Weather in a Bottle

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders examine air flow, pressure, condensation and examine how to read a weather map.  In this informative lesson students learn vocabulary then see how these terms can be applied by viewing a few demonstrations pertaining...
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Tree-mendous Game

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Pupils play a game where they classify the different characteristics of trees. In this tress lesson plan, students also use tree vocabulary and describe benefits of trees.
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CSI on the Deep Reef

For Teachers 8th - 10th
After some instruction, small groups prepare a written report on chemotrophic organisms. Though not clearly mentioned, this resource would work best if groups have the Internet available to research the vocabulary and different organisms...
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Dealing With Taxes

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students study counting and non-counting vocabulary, change singular to plural nouns, and determine the importance of completing tax returns. They use flashcards and vocabulary drill sheets. They watch a video.
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Asking and Answering Questions Using Basic Vocabulary

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers practice making their own sentences that begin with "where" and restate them as statements. They use other question words to make sentences relating to health care. They answer the questions as well.
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Log Hotel

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students identify how the different plants and animals work together to cause the changes in the log. Students discuss the sequence of events in the life of the tree and log. Students plant a seed to take home and care for. Students...
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Jeopardy

For Teachers 1st - 12th
Pupils participate in games to review subject matter. They drill on vocabulary and/or spelling words. Students connect pertinent facts with dates. They perform activities as a group review before a test.
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Investigation: Oil Recovery

For Teachers 6th - 9th Standards
Energy conservers investigate gravel size to discover if it impacts the amount of oil recovered in the extraction process. 
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Volleyball

For Students 6th - 10th
In this word search worksheet, students identify and locate vocabulary terms related to the sport of volleyball. There are 21 words located in the puzzle.
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Chile's Trapped Miners

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Young scholars read an article on trapped miners in Chile. In this social awareness ELL lesson, students read the details about how 33 miners had to be rescued in Chile when they got trapped underground.  Activities that reinforce...
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Science: Animal Body Parts

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
Students examine animal vocabulary words and identify which animals have those characteristics. In small groups, they play an animal card game involving more vocabulary words. Students continue to drill on terms by completing...
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Reading A Pay Stub

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students complete the included activity sheet related to reading a pay stub and calculating deductions. Once the activity sheet has been checked, students demonstrate their knowledge of the vocabulary associated with the lesson through...
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The Weather

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers explore earth science by reading articles in class. In this weather identification activity, students analyze weather science articles on the Internet and view their own local weather patterns as well. High schoolers...
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Breaking English News - Obama Says BP Must Pay for Oil Spill Clean-up

For Students 12th - Higher Ed
For this ESL/ELL reading comprehension worksheet, students read or listen to an article entitled, "Obama Says BP Must Pay for Oil Spill Clean-up." They participate in discussion activities, and complete a variety of question types to...
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Itineraries Three: Guiding on the community trail.

For Teachers 3rd - 12th
Students become familiar with the vocabulary of various trip activities.  In this itineraries instructional activity, students use questioning words such as how long and how far to describe activities on trips. Students...
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Identifying and Using Tools

For Teachers 6th - 12th
How can you teach a person about technology and engineering if he has never been exposed to the tools and devices used to create and construct? Learners with visual impairments examine a number of common tools, such as hammers, wrenches,...
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Fireflies

For Students 8th Standards
A short story about a nighttime adventure at summer camp provides readers with a chance to practice their comprehension skills. 
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Language Tutorial

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders practice using vowel teams and pronunciations. In this language lesson plan, 4th graders complete visual, auditory, and phonemic drills, review spellings of words, and echo dictated words. Students also read chorally and...
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Introduction to Computers and Computer Vocabulary

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Students explore computer work stations and computer commands. They complete a computer skills assessment inventory, identify parts of computers using vocabulary and commands, and write the names of parts of the computers. They place the...
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Crime

For Teachers 6th - 7th
Students practice orally with the vocabulary of "crime." students read for detail and practice speaking in telling anecdotes.
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ADULT ESOL LESSON PLAN--Safety and Security

For Teachers Higher Ed
Students, after reviewing and drilling on a unique vocabulary list of terms, analyze the proper procedures for fire, crime or medical emergencies. They examine how to stay calm and collected during such emergencies and why its important...
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From War to Peace

For Teachers 8th - 11th
In this post World War I worksheet, students review a chapter as they write 5 vocabulary terms that match 5 definitions, change 3 false statements into true statements, and explain 2 historical themes regarding this time period in United...
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If All The World Were Paper

For Teachers 1st - 2nd
Pupils investigate the reading of a rhyme and then practice learning it through drilling and repetition. They are introduced to the vocabulary with the help of a poster. Students draw from prior knowledge to set the context for further...
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Farming and the Services of a Community (Lesson 5)

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students identify different types of farms and services of a community. They use a pretend farm scenerio and a worksheet to distinguish between the different types of farms. They also practice using new vocabulary.