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Math: Am I Prime?
Seventh graders determine the difference between prime and composite numbers. On a Website, they discover a method to identify all the prime numbers up to 100 and also complete several online activities. Once they have discussed the...
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Take a Stance: a Physical Spectrum
Middle schoolers explore the concepts of myths and stereotypes by examining their beliefs about myths associated with people from their state. They discuss whether or not certain myths and stereotypes or true, false or somewhere in between.
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Where Will It Go?
Students predict the path of a ball bouncing off an object. In this physics lesson plan, students conduct the rolling ball experiment to test their prediction. They perform several trials for accuracy.
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Beginning Crossword Puzzle - Adjectives
In this crossword puzzle worksheet, students use the clues about adjectives to fill in the crossword puzzle. Students complete 5 clues about adjectives.
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Using inverse Operations to Solve Equations
Fifth graders solve equations. In this algebraic equations lesson plan, 5th graders use the inverse operation to solve an equation. The teacher reminds students to perform the operation on both sides of the equation. This lesson plan...
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Adding Integers
Students add integers using a number line. In this algebra lesson, students add one and two digit integers. They compare zero pairs and the addition of integers.
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Upside Down and All Around
Second graders discuss what a line of symmetry is, then demonstrate how to fold shape cutouts to generate lines of symmetry. They demonstrate slides, flips, and turns with objects, and write explanations of changes they observe in pictures.
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FOOD CHAIN
Students explore the relationship among suppliers, employees, and customers. They participate in a game that demonstrates this relationship.
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As the World Turns
Third graders read books and participate in class discussions about the motion of the stars and planets and moons in relation to the Earth. In small groups, 3rd graders act out these movements to music.
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Soil Survey Lesson
Students use materials to research the soil in their local area. They complete worksheets with the information they gather and locate the areas on a soil survey map. They share their information with the class.
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The Role of Dragons in Chinese Culture
Students discuss the concept of symbolism in China and America and create their own "dragon boats" for evaluation and display. This Art instructional activity can be easily integrated into an elementary unit on China.
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Using Torture on Suspected Terrorists
Students asses the ethical, ideological, and political advantages both domestically and internationally. They analyze if it is beneficial to have terrorists share information or not and consider what is fair or unfair punishment for...
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Prejudice and Discrimination
Students are read-aloud an excerpt from The Friendship by Mildred Taylor. They pick strips of paper, white or brown, and sit according to color drawn. Students are given preferential treatment if their paper is white while the students...
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VS.3c
Students examine the settling of the Jamestown settlement and the importance of the Virginia Company of London. Students actively engage in various role-playing activities
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VECTORS
Ninth graders explore vectors. In this vectors lesson students complete a lab activity.
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Breaking News English: Internet Addiction - A Growing Problem
In this English learning exercise, students read "Internet Addiction - A Growing Problem," and then respond to 1 essay, 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 10 true or false questions about the selection
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Breaking News English: Sudanese Peace, South Sudan Created
In this English instructional activity, students read "Sudanese Peace, South Sudan Created," and then respond to 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.
Virtual Nerd
Virtual Nerd: Recognize Opposite Signs of Numbers
Use the number line to recognize the opposite of a number.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Integers: Negative Numbers: Number Opposites
Students take a quiz over the concept of integer opposites, also known as additive inverses. After answering each question they are given feedback. Hints are available but affect the score. If students are still struggling with the...
Cool Math
Coolmath: Finding the Opposite of a Number
This prealgebra lesson gives you practice on finding opposite numbers.
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Msjc: Lesson: The Opposite and the Reciprocal Assignment: The Opposite
Explore opposites and reciprocals through positive and negative numbers and fractions.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Negative Symbol as Opposite
Recognize the negative sign as meaning the opposite of a number. Use the negative sign to find the opposites of numbers. In some items, we will find the opposite of an opposite. Students receive immediate feedback and have the...
Wyzant
Wyzant: Simplifying Multiple Positive or Negative Signs
Students learn how to simplify multiple positive or negative signs. The resource consists of lessons with examples, a combining like terms calculator, an equation calculator, and a worksheet to check for comprehension.
The Guardian
Guardian: Mugabe and Tsvangirai Sign Deal to Hold Zimbabwe Power Sharing Talks
President Mugabe of Zimbabwe agrees to hold talks with the opposition leader to discuss sharing power. Mugabe was criticized for what was perceived by many as an undemocratic election process that returned him to power. [Date of Article:...