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Junk Sort

For Teachers K - 1st
Students analyze objects by one or more attributes. In this sorting lesson, students use manipulatives and string or yarn to create a sorting game. Students read books and items from the classroom to sort. 
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Footprints

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Students explore patterns.  In this patterns geometry lesson, students identify and extend patterns including body parts, movement, geometric shapes, noises, and footprints.  Students create and share an original pattern.
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Recording Frequency

For Teachers 1st
First graders analyze nursery rhymes and gather data about word frequency. In this frequency lesson plan, 1st graders create graphs and tables. Students interpret the data.
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Make a Match

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders examine the relationship between addition and subtraction. In this number sense lesson, 2nd graders practice their computation skills and use various strategies (including manipulatives and calculators)  to...
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Solving Problems

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders become familiar with need strategies for computation of money problems and estimating sums. In this computation instructional activity, 2nd graders solve real life problems to understand estimation and money problems.
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How using number patterns help us add or subtract

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders use a number line to understand multiples.  In this number line instructional activity, 2nd graders use a floor size number line and calculate problems with multiples. Students complete a worksheet with multiples.
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Classifying Polygons

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders participate in a polygon hunt.  In this polygon lesson, 7th graders examine how polygons are alike and different.  Students create a Venn diagram and label the sorting circles.  Students work in cooperative...
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Rhythmic Movement Skills

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
Students explore rhythmic movements. In this performing arts lesson, students create their own movements and then repeat the each others movement. Finally, students create movements to the Haiku generated by the entire class.
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Teamwork and Challenge/ Challenge Activities

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students work in teams to complete various movements.  In this movement instructional activity, students listen, make decisions and act as leaders through a variety of physical activities.
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Volleyball Lesson

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Learners explore their physical abilities by participating in a sport. In this volleyball lesson, students discover the different techniques and skills needed to play volleyball by moving from different stations with small groups....
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Learning Theories

For Teachers Higher Ed
Students access the ERIC database and search for the resources on learning theories. They use the features of ERIC to bookmark sources and then use Excel to create a summary of the database search.
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Writing an Effective Resume

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Rating prospective teacher candidates based on sample resumes opens this discussion of effective business communication. After generating a list of interview candidates based on their resumes, pupils justify their choices. A study of...
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Research PowerPoint Presentations

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders create a PowerPoint presentation about an animal they chose to research.
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The Starry Night Time and Day Time

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders complete a unit of lessons on the solar system. They complete various art projects inspired by Van Gogh's 'Starry Night,' create a moon phases book, create a moon phase wind chime, develop a timeline of space exploration,...
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Introduction To Composition And Elements Of Design

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars create a finished drawing with a dynamic, asymmetrical composition. Pencil sketches are encouraged for final projects. Students assess their own work prior to submitting the artwork.
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Advanced Information Systems Database Access

For Teachers 5th - 12th
Students investigate the usage of databases. They design and create their own databases to hold information. They edit the file and sort/ index the new database. They also generate a detailed report of the data present.
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Investment Investigator

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students investigate and model how to invest money. In this business lesson, students investigate 4 methods to investment. They discuss risky and safe investment.  
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Concrete Canoes

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students explore and analyze the relationship of buoyancy and displacement needed to make an object float. They examine various boat designs, then design and build clay and aluminum boats that hold a cargo of marbles.
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WORKING WITH WORKBOOKS

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students work through problems in the textbook and teacher-made problems to reinforce the new learning. They turn in practice problems to instructor to be checked for accuracy and evidence of understanding
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Personal Hygiene Regimen

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students identify and describe the importance of maintaining good personal hygiene. Individual students write a paragraph describing their personal hygiene regimen. Products used for personal hygiene are identified. This lesson is...
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Crime Scene Investigation: Hair Analysis Lab

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students participate in a hair analysis lab. Using a digital microscope, students compare and contrast hair samples. They determine if the hair samples are human or animal. After completing lab results sheets, students share their...
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Alice World:Tornado

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders use the Alice program and complete a world that is damaged after a tornado.  In this atmospheric conditions lesson students complete an activity using the Alice program. 
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Education: Activities for Multiple Intelligences

For Teachers Higher Ed
Students explore the various types of intelligences and develop strategies to include them in their classrooms. In groups, they research multiple intelligences and create posters about them. Students present their posters to the class...
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The Correct Use of the Articles "A" and "An"

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Learners discover the grammatical rules regarding articles. In this grammar lesson plan, students study the rule regarding the use of "a" and "an" in writing. Learners are encouraged to discover the rule on their own and apply the rule...