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The First American Party System: Federalists and Democratic-Republicans: The Platforms They Never Had
Students investigate the beginnings of the political party system in the US. They determine the key positions of both the Federalists and the Democratic-Republicans. They compare the views of the early political parties with those of today.
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Condom Wise
Students explore basic information about various birth control methods. In this 'safe sex' lesson, students examine different attitudes about condom use and discuss the importance of committing to use condoms for at least the first...
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The Medici Popes
Learners explore Italian politics and warfare of the Renaissance. They explain the origins and effects of the Protestant Reformation and contrast Renaissance and Medieval attitudes.
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War and Religion
Middle schoolers analyze perspectives of war. In this war and religion lesson, students collaborate to research anti-war and pacifist positions on war as well as "just war" theory. Middle schoolers compose essays regarding perspectives...
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Voices of the American Revolution - Primary Documents
Learners use primary documents to examine the attitudes and positions of several factions leading up to the American Revolutionary War. They read documents, debate differing perspectives and write an essay exploring the reasons for revolt.
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Patenting My Invention
Fifth graders learn the importance of a patent for a new invention. They use the internet to practice typing a classroom patent for a compound machine that their class invented. While on the website, 5th graders choose a month and...
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Soccer Fever Gets Hot
Young scholars examine rules of soccer, focusing on basic skills necessary to play, create imaginary team, match players with positions that best fit their skill levels and personalities, and practice new skills with classmates.
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My Best Handwriting Book 2 Pre-Cursive
In this printing letter F worksheet, learners learn to form upper and lower case DeNelian letter Ff. Students trace letters and words before practicing their own letters.
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The Battle Over Reconstruction: The Aftermath of War
Students explore public sentiment regarding Reconstruction. In this Reconstruction lesson plan, students analyze primary sources for evidence of the political, social and economic stability of the U.S. following the Civil War....
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The Mature Adult in the Lifecycle
Students use a glossary of terms and a word search game to learn about mature adults. They participate in a discussion about gerontology.
Council for the Curriculum, Examinations and Assessment
Morals, Values and Beliefs
Your personality is based on the things you believe in, the morals you abide by, and the values upon which you make your decisions. Delve into a set of lessons about values and moral framework with your eighth graders as...
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Actions Speak Louder Than Words
A short video demonstrates the importance of non-verbal communication in the forming of first impressions. Viewers observe the facial expressions, tone of voice, body language, and appearance of job seekers in an interview, then discuss...
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Volleyball
Before coaching or beginning your next PE unit on volleyball, take a look at this 30-lesson unit that offers instructional techniques for each lesson, as well as warm-up activities, set inductions, and suggested coaching refinements.
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Are You Game? A Lesson Connecting Fractions and Probability
Exactly how fair are the board games children grow up playing? Young mathematicians investigate this questions as they work their way through this five-lesson series on basic probability.
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Making Choices
Fifth graders identify their personal interests and behavioral choices. They explore how these choices affect school and family situations. Consequences of their choices are examined.
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Learning Strategies
Students develop critical thinking skills using questions exploring the Canadian Parliamentary system. The duties of a modern democracy are investigated.
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We Are Super-Duper!
Young scholars explore the concept that each person is unique, special and valuable and assess how to express that concept with positive attitudes through role play, music and art. They email a friend or family member a special message...
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All About Me
Third graders explore how everyone is different and have a certain way in which they learn best.
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Implementing Technology
Learners gain basic insight to technology of the computer, study ethical responsibility, and develop positive attitudes toward the technology. Students know what the basic key functions are on the keyboard and how to use them properly....
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I can do What I Want
Young scholars recognize gender bias and stereotyping. In this self-esteem activity, students listen to Amazing Grace by Mary Hoffman and discuss how girls can be successful and provide positive role models for others.
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Getting to Know You: Meal Worms
Young scholars recognize differences between themselves and other people, and accept their uniqueness as a positive gift, by studying meal worms.
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Birth of a Nation, the NAACP, and the Balancing of Rights
Eleventh graders analyze primary sources. In this US History lesson, 11th graders interpret written information. Students evaluate arguments and draw conclusions. Students develop and defend a position.
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Reenacting the Treaty of Versailles
High schoolers examine how provisions in the Treaty of Versailles contributed to events in WWII. They participate in a debate, researching their position, then presenting their national position orally to the class.
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Help Them Shine with Fruits and Vegetables
Students explain the benefits of eating fruits and vegetables. In this adult health instructional activity, students examine ways to serve more of these to their family. They apply what they have learned to real life scenarios.