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Fraction Fun
Students define properties of fractions and solve for them. In this algebra lesson, students rewrite fractions from mixed numbers to improper fractions. They reduce fractions using the GCF and convert the denominators correctly when...
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Home as a Cell
Students correlate a series of items with the organelles of a cell. They compare the school to a cell, and create a drawing that compares the cell structure with their home.
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Dimension Review
Students differentiate the pros and cons of different areas. In this geometry lesson, students compare and contrast different sizes based on their area. They put an image to the size of a shape.
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Canadian Landscapes
Ninth graders compare landscapes in their own community to landscapes in other Canadian communities. They discuss how the environment affects the identity of a given community / country.
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Boston Massacre Comparison
Eighth graders become familiar with the events of the Boston massacre and analyze the events. In this artistic images instructional activity, 8th graders discuss examine pictures and discuss the viewpoint of the...
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Hispanic World - Lesson Six
Students explore a Spanish speaking country and compare their research to their initial expectations and biases regarding the Hispanic culture. They share their findings with the class.
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Decimal Place Value Chart
In this decimal place value chart instructional activity, learners work independently to fill in the blanks on the chart so that the numbers equal out correctly and the missing words are stated correctly.
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A Biblical Perspective
Learners analyze money using a Biblical and business perspective. In this algebra lesson, students define their money relationship biblically and in a business fashion. They compare their view with the view of someone in the Gold Rush days.
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Value Your Digits
Third graders work with place value. In this place value lesson, 3rd graders write three digit numbers and tell the place value of each number. They compare numbers and money, regroup, discuss the value of coins, and count money.
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Exploring War Themes in Art and Poetry
What is war? Students discuss the ethical dilemma of war by viewing Picasso's painting entitled "Guernica" and write down everything they see in the painting. Then they choose one emotion that best summarizes their emotional response to...
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Auroras
In this auroras worksheet, students read 2 descriptions written about a massive solar storm that occurred in 1859. Students read each description and compare the specific points in each. They create a time line of the events that...
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Multiplication Represented as Arrays
Third graders collect data about themselves and use in a line plot. In this analyzing data lesson, 3rd graders collect various sets of information,create a line plot and compare the data. Students complete a worksheet on their...
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Climate Change
Young scholars compare weather data and draw conclusions. In this climate change lesson plan, students determine whether data collected over a period of ninety years shows a warming trend.
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Underground Railroad
Students navigate the Scholastic Underground Railroad site and listen to journey of the Underground railroad. In this Underground Railroad lesson, students use maps and compare and contrast the differences between the North and...
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Apple Estimation: Percentages & Subjective Reasoning
Students practice using their estimation skills by utilizing apples. In this percentage lesson, students utilize a scale and an apple to discover the percentage of each bite they take. Students share their data with the rest...
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Comparison Subtraction Stories
Second graders create stories that model comparison subtraction while using the environmental mats. They suggest situations in which they compare numbers. For example, if one student has 6 nickels and another child has 14 nickels,...
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Multiplication: Determining the Weight of Multiple Objects
Seventh graders use their knowledge of multiplication and problem solving to determine the total weight of multiple objects. In this multiplication instructional activity, 7th graders weigh various manipulatives, record the weight, and...
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Computers: Caught in the Web
Young scholars conduct Internet research about various websites noting the design and appearance of them. Working in small groups, they compare and contrast the sites and share their opinions of them with classmates. They also examine...
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Calories and Nutrition
For this calories worksheet, students use a chart comparing the calories found in different food items to complete 3 short answer questions.
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Day 5 - Bible - Ideology and Christian Perspective
Eighth graders compare and contrast liberals and conservatives. In this Christian lesson plan, 8th graders discuss the definitions and views of liberals and conservatives. They read statements to find which side they would belong to and...
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Flora and Fauna of the Hill Neighborhood
High schoolers compare and contrast the characteristics of plants and animals. In this ecology lesson, students observe the outdoors and describe the relationship among different living things. They relate plant diversity with animal...
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Measuring Up on the Mayflower
Second graders use a meter tape to compare the length of the Mayflower to a basketball court and make homemade butter for crackers. Afterward, all students sit inside the makeshift Mayflower's dimensions and enjoy their Pilgrim butter.
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Kindergarten Exploration Tubs
Students identify their names as a symbol for themselves. They describe characteristics of organisms. They utilize tools to gather data and compare size.
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Study Buddies: Adding Decimals
For this math worksheet, students will work with a coach to add numbers with decimals to the hundredths place. Students will follow a step-by-step process and notes are provided for the coach.