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Writing a Research Paper

For Teachers 5th - 7th
Learners work through the steps of writing a research paper in this lesson. They define their problem and decide what sources of information to use. They read, take notes, and organize the collected data. Finally, they write the...
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Gathering, Evaluating, And Organizing Information for a Report

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Students gather and organize information for a research report on a topic of their choosing. Each students selects a subject for their research. Using traditional and electronic data they reference four or more appropriate resources...
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Mathematics Within: Bar And Pie Graphs

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Learners compare and contrast the use of bar and pie graphs with the same data. They create a data set by surveying all students in the class using sticky notes to make a table on the board. Then, each student creates a bar and pie graph...
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H4 Homework Assignment #1

For Students 9th - 12th
In this global studies worksheet, students read the noted pages in their textbooks and then respond to 4 short answer questions about World War I and Russian history.
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H4 Homework Assignment #12-15

For Students 8th - 12th
In this global studies worksheet, students read the noted pages in their textbooks and then respond to 12 short answer questions about the Allied and Axis powers in World War II.
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World War II and the Cold War

For Students 7th - 12th
In this global studies worksheet, learners read the noted pages in their textbooks and then respond to 12 short answer questions about World War II, the Cold War, and economic divisions.
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H4 Homework Assignment #19-21

For Students 8th - 12th
In this global studies worksheet, students read the noted pages in their textbooks and then respond to 9 short answer questions about Communist China.
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H4 Homework Assignment #22-23

For Students 8th - 12th
In this global studies worksheet, students read the noted pages in their textbooks and then respond to 8 short answer questions about Japanese involvement in World War II.
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World War II, India, Gandhi, and Pakistan

For Students 7th - 10th
In this Asian studies worksheet, students read the noted pages in their textbooks and then respond to 12 short answer questions about Southeast Asia, World War II, Gandhi, India, and Pakistan.
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H4 Homework Assignment #27-29

For Students 8th - 12th
In this global studies instructional activity, students read the noted pages in their textbooks and then respond to 12 short answer questions about the Middle  East.
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H3 Homework Assignment #3

For Students 8th - 12th
In this global studies worksheet, learners read the noted pages in their textbooks and then respond to 11 short answer questions about the Soviet Union in the 1930's.
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H4 Homework Assignment #4-5

For Students 8th - 12th
In this global studies worksheet, students read the noted pages in their textbooks and then respond to 9 short answer questions about the Russian Revolution.
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The 1920s and World War I

For Students 8th - 12th
In this global studies worksheet, students read the noted pages in their textbooks and then respond to 8 short answer questions and write a thematic essay about the 1920's and World War I.
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World War I and the Great Depression

For Students 9th - 12th
In this global studies worksheet, learners read the noted pages in their textbooks and then respond to 12 short answer questions about World War I and the Great Depression.
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Mighty Earth Movers

For Teachers K - 5th Standards
Note that although the publisher lists almost all of the Common Core standards for both math and language arts, you will most likely want to take the general topic and choose which area to focus on. Regarding math, pupils measure worms...
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Day and Night

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders investigate the Earth's rotation and revolution and the moon's orbit around the Earth. They participate in a class discussion about how night and day occur, and take notes. Next, they watch a video about the solar system...
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The Parts of an Editorial

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners take notes as the teacher goes over the contents of an editorial and four types of an editorial. Students view an editorial and identify the structural elements in the sample as well as identify the type of editorial they are...
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Guided Reading: " A River Ran Wild"

For Teachers 3rd
Students answer "essential questions" to establish background and prior knowledge of the book, "A River Ran Wild." In this language arts lesson, 3rd graders complete a graphic organizer of vocabulary words and read and take notes at...
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Researching a Scientist/Inventor

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students research scientists and inventors. They research their figure and write notes on a Fact Card template, biographical information regarding their figure, their occupation and achievements. After citing their information and...
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Activity Two--Psyching Out the System (Student Page) Asking Questions, Using Clues

For Students 9th - 11th
Students observe two-dimensional shapes and work on the challenge that what is observed is as important as what is not observed. Students determine constructions, rules and connections. Full references listed for further reading and...
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Why Should I Do Philanthropy?

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students explore the concept of philanthropy. In this service learning lesson, students consider the benefits of philanthropy as well as noting opposing viewpoints.
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Displaying Sea Ice

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students display their knowledge of sea ice. In this earth science lesson, students create displays reflecting their understanding of sea ice.Students research the development of sea ice on a variety of bodies of...
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Internet Research Worksheet

For Students 9th - 11th
In this Internet research activity, students find two credible sources on their chosen subject for a speech.  Students note the useful information they gained from the article and offer evidence of the credibility of each source.
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Nature: Friend and Foe: Challenge Activities (Theme 6)

For Teachers 4th Standards
The teacher doesn't always have to be the expert in the classroom. The first in a series of three supplementary activities Nature: Friend or Foe uses hands-on research tasks and projects to enhance readers' understanding of non-fiction...