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Underwater Descriptive Detectives

For Teachers 1st
First graders utilize descriptive words to convey ideas in writing. After hearing the story, 'Rainbow Fish,' students create their own fish books. The books contain original writing and illustrations.
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Structure of the Earth

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders examine the forces that are constantly acting on the Earth. They describe the theory of tectonic plates and demonstrate the two kinds of earthquake waves. They also examine the role of volcanoes in the structure of the...
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And The Beat Goes On...!

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students explore the circulatory system. They observe a dissection of a heart and view the path that blood takes through the heart and the circulatory system. Students identify the structures and functions of the heart. They write a...
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A Day on a Farm

For Teachers K - 3rd
Learners discuss their morning as they prepared to come to school. The teacher guides the discussion so students understand ways they relied on agriculture to accomplish tasks. Learners view pictures of various farm machinery. As the...
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Showing Nature's Way-Plant Development and the Plant Parts We Eat

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
Students explore plant life. In this science lesson plan, students demonstrate and record the stages of plant growth and categorize food plants by identifying the edible part.
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Magnetic Discovery Bottle

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Learners examine how to conduct simple investigations and use simple equipment to gather data.  In this magnet lesson students decide what types of objects are attracted to magnets. 
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Theatre: Oral Traditions

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Young scholars investigate cultural traditions. In this multi-cultural lesson, students discuss various cultures and research their traditions.
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The Louis Vuitton Project, using 3rd degree equations

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students model three-dimensional objects using cubes. In this geometry lesson, students calculate the volume and derived the amount mathematically. They use different objects to create two and three-dimensional objects.
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Grade 4 Language-Proficient 2

For Students 4th
In this grade 4 language worksheet, 4th graders answer a set of 20 "proficient" multiple choice questions. Answers may be submitted and checked on-line.
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Color

For Teachers 1st - 4th
Students learn the effect that warm and cool colors have for those who see them used in visual art. They create a collage of variety of colors. They participate in a gallery walk to view the artwork of others.
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Fantastic Fractions

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders work with fractions using hands on experiences and reasoning skills and use fractions to communicate the idea of a part of a whole.
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Working with Cuisenaire Rods In Mathematics

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders learn the numerical value of each underlined letter of the standard Rod Code and develop systematic usage for building new units.
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Propaganda Techniques

For Teachers 5th - 12th
Young scholars identify five propaganda techniques used in advertisements, then write their own ads using propaganda techniques that influence others to buy their products. They videotape their commercials, and write about recognizing...
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Happy Birthday America!

For Teachers 1st - 8th
Students examine the United States flag, the Pledge of Allegiance, and the Fourth of July. They create five-pointed stars, listen to stories about Betsy Ross and Paul Revere, and sing various patriotic songs.
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Diversity: Respect Our Differences

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students, in groups, examine a variety of comic strips and rank the ones they like best. They discuss individual preferences and why everyone thinks different things are funny. A discussion on diversity follows.
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Counting Cheerios

For Teachers K
Students demonstrate counting to 10 or 20. They read and discuss "The Cheerios Counting Book," match number cards to Cheerios, and create a Cheerios necklace.
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10 Apples Up On Top

For Teachers K
Stuents make class books as a follow up activity to the Dr. Seuss book Ten Apples Up On Top!
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Powers of Ten

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
Students make paper ten strips using graph paper. They add them together to depict the powers of ten.
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Interior Design, Lesson 5

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Learners draw a floor plan of their choice.
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Spinner Experiment

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students collect and analyze data, then draw conclusions from the data and apply basic concepts of probability.
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The Nervous System Lesson

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
Learners identify features of the nervous system. They explore the needs of the human body by explaining the importance of good health in relationship to the body and explain the functions and care of the human body and its organs.
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Thanksgiving

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders listen to the book, Giving Thanks: A Native American Good Morning Message. They share their feelings about the book and say what they are truly thankful for in their lives. Each student writes thankful thoughts on leaves...
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Posters for a Charity

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Students examine Keith Haring's work. They create posters influenced by Haring that aim to inspire awareness and change.
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Habitats and All That

For Teachers 1st
First graders read books, complete online explorations and discuss the ways in which animals adapt to their habitats in order to survive. They create accordion books, play matching games and dramatize animal adaptations.