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Popcorn

For Teachers K - 1st
Learners discuss the properties of popcorn. They explore the connection between corn, popcorn and Thanksgiving. As a class, students sing a popcorn song and create a popcorn craft. They practice writing the word popcorn. As a...
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Fictional Narrative Writing in Mathematics

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders discuss variety of fictional writing genres and connect each to familiar story that has been read, use creative and analytical skills to develop original piece of fictional writing that incorporates math skill, and share...
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Students Information And Interest Survey

For Students 5th - 6th
In this personal information instructional activity, students fill out this form to give details about their personal history, prior experiences and preferences. This could be used for information gathering or as an icebreaker activity.
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Book Club Sheet

For Students 3rd - 4th
In this "book club" worksheet, students complete a sheet on a book they bring to the "book club." Students fill in basic information about the book, then information about characters, scenes, genre, etc.
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Comparing or Contrasting Two Books

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students compare two pieces of literature. In this literary comparisons lesson, students read 2 books that they personally select and then compare and contrast the literary elements of each in a comparative essay.
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Number Clues

For Teachers 2nd - 4th Standards
Students practice problem solving. In this number identification lesson plan, students practice identifying numbers based on clues or characteristics given. They also work in groups to identify the clues for given numbers.
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Percent of a Number

For Teachers 4th - 8th
For this percent worksheet, students complete problems such as changing percents to decimals, filling in percentage charts, and more. Students complete 8 problems.
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Authors of the Past and Present

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students research a chosen author. In this authors lesson, students pick one author from the list provided, do research, and write a paper.
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"The Hell of Mirrors" by Edogawa Rampo

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners read and analyze the short story, "The Hell of Mirrors," by Edogawa Rampo. They write diary entries, develop a video, create an illustration, conduct research, and write a short story.
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The Big Blue

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders create paper mache globes with balloons. They label the 4 oceans on their balloons with reference to large wall map, classroom globe, and Encarta Virtual Globe CD-ROM projected on large screen TV with Tvator or other...
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Understanding Genres

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Young scholars identify genres of literature. In this literature instructional activity, students read definitions of the various genres. Young scholars choose books and list clues in the texts that help them identify the appropriate genre.
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Breaking News English: Laboratory-Created Eggs and Sperm

For Students 5th - 10th
For this English worksheet, students read "Laboratory-Created Eggs and Sperm," and then respond to 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.
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The Sound of Calm

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students examine the relationships that exist between ocean currents, wind and climate. Using those relationships, they discuss how they affect the oceans. They create their own music to represent the sounds of the ocean and share them...
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Insect Investigator

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students examine and identify common insects. They observe these insects in their environment and keep track of how many they see. They use magnifying glasses and special hats to get into the role of an inspector.
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Different Strokes for Different Folks

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders are taken to the media center to review various genre of literature, apply information and concepts to evaluate examples and locate specific genre, and search for materials for reading enjoyment. A good lesson for genre...
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Pioneers In Space

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students discover the meaning of the word pioneer by using a variety of different activities. They are introduced to some of the pioneers of aviation in Ohio. They use coins and conduct research about some of the persons who accomplished...
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The Music in Us

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explore the origins of human music. Students watch a video and participate in a variety of activities. They examine evidence, conduct research on he various animals, and create a concept map.
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History Detective: The Case of the Mysterious Trunk

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Young scholars role play as history detectives. In this historical inquiry lesson, students discuss what detectives do, analyze a trunk of "artifacts" and make conclusions about its fictional owner. Young scholars complete six pages of...
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University of California at Berkeley: Understanding Science: Mystery Tubes

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students collaborate to create a drawing or model of what the inside of a mystery tube looks like. The tube has two ropes attached to a ring inside it. Students must use their powers of observation and deduction to try to understand how...
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Performance Assessment Links in Science: Mystery Card 3

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Straightforward introduction to electrical circuits using minimal materials and time. Students learn about the basics of electrical circuits by experimenting with "mystery cards" -- index cards with hidden aluminum foil used to conduct...
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University of California

University of California at Berkeley: Understanding Science: Mystery Boxes

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
An interesting lesson plan where students collaborate to create a visual image of what the inside of a sealed box looks like. The box has a marble or other type of sphere inside it, as well as partitions and/or ramps. Students come to...
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Science Buddies

Science Buddies: What Makes a Dna Fingerprint Unique?

For Students 3rd - 8th
Do you like solving mysteries? In this experiment, you can find out how a DNA fingerprint can help you figure out whodunit. The answer might just be in the "sequence" of events.
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Science Buddies

Science Buddies: Measuring Your Threshold of Hearing

For Students 9th - 10th
How your ears and your brain turn the sound waves out there in the world into the experience of music in your head, remains a mystery to many, but yet we all experience and even enjoy sounds and music. If you're interested in doing a...
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Science Buddies

Science Buddies: What Color Are the Leaves Really Turning?

For Students 2nd - 5th
Everyone loves the beautiful colors of fall, but where they come from and how they change color is a mystery. In this project, you will uncover the hidden colors of fall by separating plant pigments with paper chromatography.

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