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Causes of the American Revolution

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students access websites for background information and learn how to interpret political cartoons. They incorporate higher-order thinking skills to determine if the information presented in the cartoons is accurate, what the colonists...
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The Polymer Schoolhouse

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Young scholars study various objects and determine plastic and non-plastic.  In this creative lesson plan students get into groups and create a diorama to show the different properties they discovered. 
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A State of Obesity

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students compare obesity trends between states.  In this health studies lesson, students conduct research to compare and contrast obesity trends from state to state.  Students view a PowerPoint presentation to determine the...
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Panther Scavenger Hunt

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students research the Internet to fill out their scavenger hunt sheet.  In this research instructional activity students search the Internet for answers to the questions on the scavenger hunt worksheet. 
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Johnny Tremain

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students study the Revolutionary War. In this colonial America lesson, students read Johnny Tremain by Esther Forbes. Students discuss chapter 1 as they respond to the provided discussion questions.
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Living With the Heat: The Ring of Fire

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Students investigate the planet Earth's infamous ring of fire and the life that thrives from it.  In this ocean environment lesson, students investigate hydrothermal vents and how organisms thrive off their heat.  Students...
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Media Bias

For Teachers 12th - Higher Ed
Students analyze mass media to analyze media bias. In this media bias lesson, students read example situations and definitions about media bias. Students read and discuss how to be aware of media bias.
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Birds Nesting and Rearing

For Students 5th - 10th
In this birds worksheet, students watch videos and click on the links to learn about birds nesting and rearing. Students then answer 8 short answer questions.
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Merchants and Craft Guilds

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Learners compare and contrast the craft guilds of the middle ages to the production of goods today. In this Middle Ages lesson, students discuss the structure of craft guilds after they have read articles on the topic. Learners conduct...
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Tour De Texas

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Middle schoolers are given a budget and an alternative-fuel vehicle. Using a map of Texas, they are given a starting point and determine how to arrive at their destination within 72 hours. They use the internet to research the...
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Positively Precise Organization

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders go online to critique the organization of student writing. They access the Yahooligans website to view the writing pieces. They utilize a worksheet imbedded in this plan which guides their scoring.
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Website Scavenger Hunt

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners use the internet to complete a species scavenger hunt. In groups, they answer questions given to them about sea lions, rockfish and killer whales. As a class, they identify any questions they have and discuss the role...
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Wisconsin History and Information

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders complete a multi-faceted project about the people, places, and government of Wisconsin. Working with traditional and technological resources, they research various topics related to the history of Wisconsin and create a...
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Can You Find It?

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders discover how to do an Internet search. They reviewi traditional rescources used to find answers in the classroom and are introduced to electronic sources. They discuss terminology for navigating the Internet using the...
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Federal Political Campaign Pamphlet

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students organize and create a six-panel federal political campaign pamphlet. They research the main Canadian federal political parties, analyze the platforms, and organize the information for their pamphlet.
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Creating Ideas and Organizing Thinking

For Teachers Higher Ed
Students examine the concept of developing ideas and organizing their thinking. They create concept maps and graphic organizers using Inspiration software, and develop a concept map for their own subject area.
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Read (or Scroll) All About It!

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students compare written headlines found in print and online news sources while using The New York Times. They conduct research with the top stories from the newspaper and have discussion that involves critical thinking skills.
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New War Against Whom?

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders write an essay on the Muslims involved with the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center. They express how the attacks made them feel and what they can do to help.
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Roughing It in the Backwoods

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers discuss the differences between living during the mid-19th century and today and then debate which would be better.
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Working With Parents

For Teachers Higher Ed
Student teachers learn the importance of understanding the family dynamics of their students to effectively communicate academic and behavioral concerns.
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Bell Live! The Great Lakes: A Superior Adventure

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Students participate in a virtual field trip to Lake Superior. In groups, they perform experiments in which test the level of toxins and bacteria in the water. They also watch video segments life in the lake and discuss their observations.
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Testing the Waters

For Teachers 1st - 4th
Students explore water in depth through discussion, research, and experiment. Students apply map skills to locating particular regions of the world as they relate to water. Students predict water quality based on information researched...
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Presentations 'How To 10 Steps - WordPerfect (IT)

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students create a 10-Step slide show describing "How To" make or assemble something. They explore the relationship and impact of information technology and digital media in the business arena. They plan, design, and organize a...
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Disease Prevention

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders examine the various causes of the common cold. Using the internet, they identify the proper way to take care and treat a cold. They also describe the procedure to complete a throat culture. To end the lesson, they...