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What are Rocks and Minerals? How can they help us?

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders investigate the difference between rocks and minerals. They name the three kinds of rocks (sedimentary, igneous, and metamorphic) and know the differences between them.
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The Future of China's Economic System

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders explore China's economic system and the future of the system. They define economic terms, research websites to find examples of how China is developing into a mixed economy system and how it competes with the U.S. for...
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What is in a Name?

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Pupils examine taxonomy and the use of dichotomous keys through two activities. They use a dichotomous key and create one of their own as well as create new scientific Family names for penguins using same word roots used by taxonomists.
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Building a Native American Home

For Teachers 1st
First graders explore different types of Native American shelters. In this Native American homes instructional activity, 1st graders compare the shapes of shelters used by Native Americans. They build a home using the program "Community...
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Examine the Trees in Your Community Forest

For Teachers 12th
Twelfth graders examine selected tree species. In this tree lesson, 12th graders examine twenty selected tree species, identify them, and correctly map out the trees in the area.
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Water and Ice

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students conduct an experiment. For this forms of water lesson, students observe ice to see what changes take place and then write in their journal about what they observed.
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Caught Between Worlds: Frontier Life as Reflected in Captivity Narratives

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students analyze captivity narratives written between the 1600's and 1800's. In this narrative lesson, students think critically about the interaction between Native peoples and the settlers to understand the cultural beliefs held by...
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Preprimer Word List

For Students Pre-K - K
In this preprimer word list worksheet, students color the words in the list and draw a line to connect matching words. Students do this for 10 words.
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Roving Reporter

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students write a report about energy use. In this conservation lesson plan, students interview adults about their use of renewable and nonrenewable energy. Students synthesize this information and write a report from the point of view of...
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Make a Snowflake

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students study the design of snowflakes.  In this snow instructional activity, students discover the different shapes of a snowflake, and their similarities.  Students study snowflakes outside, then create their own with popsicle sticks...
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Living Swamps, Bayous and Forests

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders explore interesting environments by exploring Louisiana. In this wetland lesson, 3rd graders utilize the web to research the State of Louisiana, the bayous in the area, and the Gulf of Mexico. Students write a journal entry...
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Classifying the Class

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders create dichotomous keys to create classifications of students in the classroom by writing instructions. For this classifications lesson plan, 5th graders learn how dichotomous keys are used in science observations.
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Orthocenter Of a Triangle

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Learners find the orthocenter of a triangle. In this geometry lesson, students identify where the altitudes meet in a triangle. They use Cabri software to explore acute, obtuse and right triangles.
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Inscribed Angles

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Young scholars calculate the inscribed angle of a triangle. In this geometry lesson, students identify the angle created by intersection of a triangle and a circle. They see the relationship between the arc and the angle.
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Secant and Secant Segments

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students use the secant and secant segment theorem to solve problems. In this calculus lesson, students identify where the secant line crosses on a circle. They create circles and secants using cabri software.
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Triangle Side Lengths and Angles Measures

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students identify missing sides and angles. In this geometry lesson, students use triangular theorems to identify the missing sides. They use the Pythagorean Theorem to find the different ratios of each side.
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Conjectures of Intersecting Circles

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students make conjectures of intersecting circles. In this geometry lesson, students observe circles and their position in space. They investigate and observe two and three dimensional objects.
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Circle, Secants

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students identify the secant segment of a circle. In this geometry lesson, students investigate secant lines formed outside the circle. They use Cabri software to create drawings and explore circles and secants.
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Adding Trigonometric Functions

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students identify trigonometric functions. In this trigonometry lesson plan, students add and subtract trigonometric functions. They add sine and cosine waves and relate it to the real world.
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Hawaiian Monk Seal Jeopardy

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
Students explore the Hawaiian monk seal. In this science lesson, students read about the monk seal and participate in a game in which they answer questions about the Hawaiian monk seal.
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Incredible Edible Bridges

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Students create a bridge using engineering and geometric concepts. In this geometry lesson, students identify the missing measures of polygons sides and angles. They work together to solve real life situation using problem solving skills.
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Your Weight on Other Planets

For Teachers 5th - 7th
Students explore their weight on other planets. In this science lesson, students view a presentation about the other planets and complete a worksheet in which they make predictions about their weight on the moon and other planets.
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Plan a Mission to Recently Discovered Planet

For Teachers 5th - 9th
Pupils plan a mission to a recently discovered planet. In this science lesson plan, students research spacecraft design, distances in space, long-term missions in space, and life-sustaining planets. Pupils work in groups to research an...
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Studying the States!!!

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
Students explore the fifty states of America. They also learn the capitals and locations of the states. They also study the population, mottos, flags, and interesting historical facts about each state.