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Insect Research Report: Part 1
Mr. Griot introduces the concept of a research report to the student. He chooses an insect to write a research report about and shows how a KWL chart can be helpful when organizing research.
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A Trip to the Imagi-Nation
Mr. Griot shares a fairy tale and identifies elements of a fairy tale and exploring the problem and solution.
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Review for You: Book Reports
Mr. Griot will review the writing process for a good book report as well as what components should be included.
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Can’t Get Enough of That Zoo
Mr. Griot teaches how to use graphic organizers to organize his ideas and write a rough draft of a personal narrative.
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Read All about It
Mr. Griot shares an example of an informational newspaper article to teach the important characteristics of informational writing.
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Reviewing Elements of a Biography
Mr. Griot teaches about the characteristics of a biography and examines a biography as he reviews Nurturing Nature: The Life of Rachel Carson. He also models how to create a timeline using the information learned from the biography about...
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Living in Australia
Dr. Forrester compares the lives of families in the United States to those in Australia.
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Pedaling nostalgia, The enduring charm of penny-farthing racing
Explore the quirky world of penny-farthing racing with UK champion Richard, whose passion reignites a bygone era.
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Saving Missouri's Bats, Kirsten Alvey-Mudd's Fight Against White-Nose Syndrome
Meet Kirsten Alvey-Mudd, founder of Missouri Bat Census, working tirelessly to protect bats from white-nose syndrome.
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Producing Produce
Dr. Forrester explains how new technologies enable farmers to feed an ever growing population.
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Pollution and You
Dr. Forrester explains different types of pollution: water, air, and noise.
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Infancy and Childhood
Dr. Forrester explains the various stages of development for a human: infant, toddler, and childhood.
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Romeo and Juliet: Love and War in Romeo and Juliet
This video delves into the historical context and significance of the opening scene of Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet," where a street brawl between the Capulet and Montague servants underscores the long-standing feud between these...
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Romeo and Juliet Prologue Language: The Sonnet
This video focuses on the structured elegance of the prologue in Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet," presented as a sonnet—a popular form during Shakespeare's era, typically associated with romantic expression. The analysis covers the...
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Romeo and Juliet 5.3 Performance: Prince Escalus, Lines 286-295
This video explores a pivotal moment in Act 5, Scene 3 of Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet," focusing on Prince Escalus's lines which reveal the tragic consequences of the feud between the Capulets and Montagues. The viewer will gain...
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Romeo and Juliet 5.3 Interview with Romeo
This video explores Romeo's arrival at Juliet's tomb in Act 5, Scene 3 of Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet," detailing his intense emotional state and tragic decisions. It discusses Romeo's interactions with Balthazar and the...
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Romeo and Juliet 5.1 Performance: Romeo, Lines 1-11
This video features a perfrormance the opening lines of Act 5, Scene 1 of Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet," where Romeo expresses optimism through his dreams about Juliet. It examines how Shakespeare uses dream imagery to foreshadow...
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Romeo and Juliet 4.5 Performance: Friar Laurence, Lines 65-83
This video captures a pivotal scene from Act 4, Scene 5 of "Romeo and Juliet," where Friar Lawrence tries to console the grieving family with a philosophical perspective on Juliet's death. He suggests that Juliet's ascension to heaven is...
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The Taming of the Shrew 1.2 Interview: Hortensio, Gremio, Lucentio, and Tranio
This video examines Act 1, Scene 2 of Shakespeare's "The Taming of the Shrew," highlighting the strategies and motivations behind the characters' plans to court Bianca, despite her father's restrictions. Viewers will gain insights into...
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The Taming of the Shrew 1.1 Interview: Lucentio and Tranio
This video explores the motivations and initial experiences of young Italian men, Lucentio and his servant Tranio, as they arrive in Padua. The focus is on their academic pursuits at one of Europe's oldest universities and how their...
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The Taming of the Shrew 1.2 Scene Summary
This video offers a concise summary of Act 1, Scene 2 of Shakespeare's "The Taming of the Shrew." It outlines key events where new alliances are formed and strategies are devised, particularly focusing on Petruchio's introduction and his...
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The Taming of the Shrew 1.1 Scene Summary
Explore Act 1, Scene 1 of "The Taming of the Shrew," where Lucentio arrives in Padua to study but becomes enchanted by Bianca. His plan to woo her under the guise of a tutor sets the stage for comedic pursuits and schemes.
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The Taming of the Shrew 1.1 Performance: Tranio and Lucentio, Lines 162-194
In this video from "The Taming of the Shrew," Tranio alerts Lucentio to focus on their goal after Lucentio becomes infatuated with Bianca's beauty. Tranio outlines the obstacle of Bianca's harsh elder sister, suggesting a plan where...
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The Taming of the Shrew 1.1 Performance: Tranio and Lucentio, Lines 143-161
Explore a strategic moment in "The Taming of the Shrew" with this portrayal where Tranio and Lucentio scheme and reflect on their approach to wooing Bianca. This scene captures their cunning and clever dialogue, showcasing Shakespeare’s...