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"The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe" Lesson Plans
"The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe" provides a great way for students to delve into literature, history, and the imagination.
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Immunization Month Lesson Plans
As a part of the back to school curriculum, students can learn about vaccines and their historical significance.
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Rainy Day Games And Lessons
Bad weather can be a great reason to take a break from the regular curriculum and learn using the imagination, and games.
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Hey, Teacher, Leave My Kids Alone
What are the differences between homeschooling, traditional schooling, and unschooling? Middle and high schoolers examine the opinions of their peers on these varied types of education. After reading a New York Times article, they...
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Military Battle Lesson Plans Can Capture Everyone's Attention
Recreating key military battles can help children learn about the history of warfare in an engaging way.
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CSI Lesson Plans Can Turn Students Into Learning Detectives
Children learn to use the methods of good detection for solving a crime, and even analyzing literature.
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Weather Lessons: Explore the Possibilities
Looking to the sky isn't just for day dreamers.The weather is a fascinating way to explore science and history.
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Halloween Math Lesson Plans
Halloween math activities provide a perfect way to make this subject relevant and fun.
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Thanksgiving Math Lessons: Count Your Blessings!
Thanksgiving math can be a way to delve into the true meaning of the holiday.
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Top 10 Summer Science Lesson Plans
Make this summer an exciting learning experience for your students with these engaging science activities!
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Mark Twain Lesson Plans
Celebrate the birthday of Mark Twain and learn about American life and literature along the great Mississippi River.
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Earthquake Lesson Plans
With earthquakes a regular occurrence all over the world, including a recent one in Haiti, students can learn about these phenomena.
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Chinese New Year Lesson Plans
Celebrate with food, activities, and learn the traditions of the Chinese culture while enjoying the Chinese New Year.
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Winter Olympic Games Lesson Plans
While the world watches the Winter Olympic Games, children can learn about the history, and traditions of this great event.
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Clash of the Titans Lesson Plans
The new movie "The Clash of the Titans" is a great way to learn about film making and Greek Mythology.
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Diary of a Dinosaur: Making Writing Lessons Meaningful
Writing about dinosaurs unleashed one student's desire to keep a journal, and led to an exploration of a variety of subjects.
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You've Got Mail: Letter Writing Lessons and More
Learning about mail and letter writing can lead students on an educational journey that can be rewarding.
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Cure for a Flat February
By incorporating one or two creative changes into your daily routine, you can bring positive vitality to colorless February days. Here are some great ideas to try in your classroom this Valentine's Day!
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A Modern Spin on Ancient Greece Using Percy Jackson
Rick Riordan's books provide a wonderful platform for the study of mythology.
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Math Games for Upper Elementary Students
Keeping skills sharp doesn't have to be a chore. It can be done with math games.
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Physical Education Activity Log
Encourage healthy lifestyles outside of school by having your class members complete an activity log. Pupils will track a physical activity they perform each day and its duration, and then have a parent verify the activities by...
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Making Paper: Recycled Art
The advent of paper has made a huge impact on society and we wouldn't be the same without it. This project allows learners to explore and create paper of their own using recycled materials. The how-to is all laid out, just follow the...
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Heart Mobiles
A variation on classic Valentine's Day lessons that is sure to please, your elementary class construct heart mobiles using construction paper, string or yarn, hole punchers, foil, and pencils.
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Homeschooling Chronicles: Summertime Blues
Homeschoolers may feel the onset of the summer time blues, but there are great ways to make learning fun.