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Dripping Paint [Action Painting]
Students create examples of American Abstract Expressionism after studying the art of Jackson Pollock in this Art lesson for all levels.  It is suggested to work with small groups of students if this lesson is done with a younger class.
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Character Cluster
Third graders practice identifying characters and story elements by creating a character cluster in class.  In this story analysis lesson, 3rd graders discuss the story Snow White and identify the characteristics of the evil witch....
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Pound A Poem
Young scholars participate in various poem-related lessons to learn how they can make a difference in the lives of people they don't know.  In this poetry activity, students discover that this pound a poem competition is about raising...
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Electrical Battery
Students investigate the different types of batteries and how they work.  In this energy lesson students experiment with batteries and see which ones last the longest.
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Magnets
Students explore the different types of magnets and their common uses.  In this magnets lesson students create their own magnets. 
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Mold
Students explore mold, the different types and the health risks that they pose.  In this mycelium lesson students grow different molds and see which type of foods mold the fastest. 
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Hot air Balloons
Students study how hot air balloons were created and the different types there are.  In this density and lift lesson students build their own hot air balloon.
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Abstract Flowers Inspired By Georgia O'keeffe
Young scholars create "abstract flowers" using the artwork of Georgia O'Keefe and knowledge of warm and cool colors in this Art activity for grades K-12.  The activity includes a short recommended book list and a biography of Georgia...
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Q-tip Pointillism
Students discover artist Georges Seurat and his technique of Pointillism and create Pointillist examples using Q-Tips and watercolors in this exciting multi-level art lesson. This lesson can be adapted for various grade levels and...
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Fungus
Students study fungus, its reproduction and uses.  In this eukaryote lesson students complete several fungal experiments.     
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Chromosomes
Learners explore genetics, chromosomes and DNA.  In this genetics lesson students design a chromosome and identify a family tree through genetics. 
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Balloons
Students explore the different types of balloons.  In this materials lesson students can complete several experiments including building their own hot air balloons, making balloon animals and experimenting with static...
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Wind Tunnel
Students examine how wind tunnels are used for research and development.  In this aerodynamics lesson students are given instructions on how to develop different types of wind tunnel.
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Asteroids
Students examine the different types of asteroids and how they enter the atmosphere.  In this space lesson students use mashed potatoes to create an asteroid they can eat.
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Oxygen
Students explore oxygen and its physical and chemical propeties.  In this investigative lesson students complete several experiments using oxygen.
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Chloroplasts
Young scholars study chloroplasts, their structure and evolution.  In this photosynthesis lesson students experiment with polarized light and the production of chlorophyll.
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Cells Are Us
Students explore cells. In this science lesson plan, students investigate how the cell is the basic unit of life, that cells divide slowly to become mass of cells, and that there is a gradual loss of cells throughout life.
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Movement
Students conduct an experiment. In this movement lesson, students see how far a marble will roll after coming down a ramp. The students change the height of the ramp to make it roll faster and record their results.
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Classroom Guide for Coming to America
Students discuss the pre-reading focus questions. In this reading activity, students discuss and explore the book cover and title. Students predict what they will learn from this book. Additionally, students read to find out what life is...
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Quaking
Students read the story Quaking by Kathryn Erskine about a girl who moves in with people who clash with her style. In this holocaust lesson plan, students also answer discussion questions.
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Hummingbird Nests
Now here's a hands-on activity that little ones are sure to love. Using melted chocolate, coconut, and jelly beans they'll be able to shape tiny nests perfect for tiny birds. Kids love getting their hands dirty and the tactile experience...
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Compare and Contrast
Students write a paragraph. In this writing lesson, students review what a paragraph is and how it contains a beginning, middle and end. Students also learn how to write comparison and contrast paragraphs.
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Reverse Glass "Painting"
Learners examine the life and works of John Audubon.  They compare and contrast various pieces of art and identify the purposes of stained glass.  After observing his art, they create their own stained glass creation using the concepts...
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Rice Wreaths
Students create rice and glue holiday wreaths in this Art lesson plan ideal for the 1st or 2nd grade.  The lesson plan can be adapted for older or younger students and includes an ingredient list and step-by-step directions for...
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