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Angle Insolation

For Teachers 9th - 12th
In this science worksheet, students look for the answers that are related to the concept of insolation and measuring different angles.
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Worksheet 8

For Students 11th - Higher Ed
In this math activity, learners explore how the use of implicit differentiation does not give the solutions to the differential equation. Then they write the definitions to the vocabulary related to differential equations.
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Representing Numbers to 50

For Teachers 1st
In this mathematics worksheet, 1st graders identify two-digit numbers that show tens and ones. Then they write how many tens and ones there are and place the number in the boxes given.
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Factor Race

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
Students practice finding factors for numbers. In this factor lesson plan, students draw a card and list all the factors for that number. Each person scores points depending on the number of factors they have written correctly.
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Carrot Seed Lesson Plan

For Teachers K - 3rd
Young scholars create a seed museum. In this early childhood lesson plan, students identify various seeds and the plants the seeds will grow into. Young scholars write a description of the plant, illustrate the plant and create a seed...
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What is electrical energy?

For Teachers K - 3rd
Students distinguish between items with and without energy. In this energy lesson, students understand that natural resources power electrical apparatus and that energy needs to be saved.
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Learning Numbers

For Teachers Pre-K
Students draw circles according to the number that they see. In this counting lesson plan, students have to draw the amount of circles that represent the numbers they see.
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Floating Soap

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Young scholars use the Scientific Method steps to complete an experiment on various brands of soap to determine their floating capabilities. In this scientific method lesson, students write a hypothesis about the ability of various soap...
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Understanding Portion Sizes

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students analyze portion sizes in a healthy diet. For this portion sizes lesson, students complete a food group choices worksheet and identify the correct portion of food. Students work in groups to teach the unit to elementary students....
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Sea State

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers explain the process of wave formation and analyze the relationship between the ocean and the atmosphere.  In this oceans lesson students use buoys to cast real time sea state conditions. 
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Surface Area of Cones

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students find the surface area of cones. In this geometry lesson, students calculate the dimensions of each three-dimensional shape and use the correct formula to solve the problem. They relate concepts of cones to the real world.
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Surface Area of Spheres

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers identify the properties of a sphere. In this geometry lesson, students calculate the surface area of spheres using the formula derived by nets. They identify the radius and diameter of the sphere.
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Plan a Mission to Recently Discovered Planet

For Teachers 5th - 9th
Students 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. Students work in groups to research...
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Extinction Is Forever

For Teachers K - 8th
Students observe models of two kinds of forests with low and high biodiversity. They observe and record the effects of habitat destruction or extinction rates. They also conduct research about mass extinction like that of the ancient...
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Our Five Senses Affect Food Choices

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students read My Five Senses: A Lion's Tale. In this five senses lesson plan, students understand the relationship between their five senses and how they affect their food choices. Students write journal entries about their senses and...
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The Bill of Rights Today

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
Students discuss the Bill of Rights and how the Bill of Rights relates to everyday life. In this Bill of Rights lesson plan, students identify and explain each amendment.
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Extending Pattern Understandings

For Teachers Pre-K - 2nd
Students use shapes and manipulatives to demonstrate patterns. In this patterns lesson plan, students also break up patterns to identify a pattern unit.
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Measuring a Mummy Case

For Teachers 2nd - 5th
Students calculate the size of a mummy case and its contents using ancient Egyptian measurements.
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Science: How Solids Become Liquids

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders discover how matter changes from one state to another by observing melting ice cubes. They decide on means to warm the ice and predict what will happen. Students record how long it takes for the cubes to melt.
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Checking County Numbers

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Students use their county's information page to gather information about their community. Using the information, they create graphs from the tables provided and interpret the data. They write a paragraph showing their interpretation of...
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INFRARED OLD FAITHFUL

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Learners view video clips and still images of Old Faithful and review the main questions and curiosities regarding Old Faithful. They break into groups and take on the roles of explorers and have come upon this interesting geothermal...
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Exploring Infrared Image Technology

For Teachers 5th - 12th
Students view infrared images of a blowing hair dryer, a Popsicle, and a toaster. They discuss the images and ways they are different than visible light images. Students view a temperature scale and discuss which parts of the item are...
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Astrolabe Activity

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students study how to use an astrolabe, define terms and understand the relationship between angle and altitude.  In this astrolabe lesson students complete an activity, record their measurements and complete a handout. 
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Still-Life Painting: Arranging Nature Lesson 3

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students identify and analyze the characteristics of European still-life paintings. They paint still-life arrangements using various opaque medium techniques.