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Washington and the Modern Presidency

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders examine the precedents set by George Washington. In this presidential history lesson, 8th graders discuss the challenges Washington faced as president and how he shaped the presidency to suit his leadership skills....
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Aztec Leaders

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students research the accomplishments of Aztec leaders. In this early civilizations lesson, students research Itzcoatl, Montezuma I, Ahuizotl, Montezuma II, and Cuaucht moc. Students use their research findings to create...
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Country Capitals

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students locate country capitals on a world map. For this map skills lesson, students review the definition of the word country and discuss what a capital is. Students locate and label capital cities on a world map using a map marker.
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Novel Analysis

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students read the novel, Lord of the Flies, then write an essay analyzing the novel. They analyze, in small groups, characters, plot, setting, style, symbolism, theme, critical responses, and historical influences
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WHO'S IN CHARGE?

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders explore the three branches of government, their origins and the purposes of government. Each team develop a PowerPoint presentation of their findings. Stjudents also explore how to be a good citizen.
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THE TRUTH ABOUT HUMAN RIGHTS

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students analyze the the major historical events of Iraq and the human rights abuses that occurred under the leadership of Saddam Hussein.
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Ancient China

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students research different dynasties that existed in China around different themes. They chart each dynasty for written assessment. Each chart has details that chronicles the gathered information.
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The Role of Government

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students are introduced to the economic roles of the federal government. Using the internet, they read information related to government spending and the actual dollar amounts attached to budget items. In groups, they develop their own...
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How did Eisenhower, Kennedy, and Johnson affect the Civil Rights Movement?

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners research Eisenhower, Kennedy, and Johnson then utilize their findings to determine what each of the three Presidents contributed to the Civil Rights Movement.  In this U.S. History lesson, students work in small groups to...
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Not for a Billion Gazillion Dollars

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Students discover what debt, saving, and credit are.  In this personal finance lesson, the teacher reads Not for a Billion Gazillion Dollars, and the students discuss what the main character does in the book in relation to debt,...
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The Berenstain Bears' Mad, Mad, Mad Toy Craze

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
Students explore personal finances. In this money management lesson, students read The Berenstain Bears' Mad, Mad, Mad Toy Craze. Students examine the spending habits of Brother Bear and Sister Bear. Students analyze opportunity costs as...
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The Leaves in October

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students determine whether or not to save or spend and defend a decision.  In this personal finance lesson, students identify opportunity cost of various spending and saving decisions. Students read a story where two girls share...
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Early America

For Teachers K - 5th
Students explore what a leader represents. In this social science instructional activity, students discuss what the traits, qualities, or characteristics are of a leader. Students also understand that leaders existed in America's past...
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Graphing : research and record information

For Teachers 1st
First graders create graphs. In this graphing lesson, 1st graders create a floor graph using their bodies to record information. They create picture graphs after collecting information. 
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Letters, Telegrams, and Photographs Illustrating

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students research the factors that are important in winning a battle in the Civil War. In a second activity they are assigned the role of a specific type of person during the Civil War and asked to describe what it's like being that person.
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The declaration of Independence and Your Rights

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students discuss the Declaration of Independence and the violation of those rights in colonial times. They compare it with the Declaration of Sentiments and why women felt their rights were being violated. They write their own personal...
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Building a Circulation City

For Teachers 5th - 7th
Students identify the different organ systems found throughout the human body. Using a model, they explain and draw the flow of blood and name the parts of the circulatory system. They create their own circulation city in which to show...
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Fight For Your Right - Leading A Revolution of Change

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners examine civil rights. In this civil rights instructional activity, students research human rights issues of United States history. Learners then discuss their research findings and write Bill of Rights statements for the topics...
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Bingo Brown and the Language of Love

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Learners study credit and interest in a novel and consumer math activity. For this credit lesson, students read the book Bingo Brown and the Language of Love. Learners discuss the book and the ideas of credit, interest, and loans....
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Segregated Soldiers

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders explore the role of African American troops in World War I. In this World War I lesson, 5th graders analyze a collection of letters from an African American soldier. Students create memorials to the men...
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Farm Animals: blind folded

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students yell out their farm animal noise while being blind folded and have to find their animal group. In this group activity lesson plan, students learn how to work together to achieve a common goal.
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Evergreen's Green Team Energy Audit

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Learners investigate the ways energy is used at their school and how it can be changed.  In this energy instructional activity, students participate in a service project related to energy. Learners record and calculate changes that...
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Gender Shouldn't Limit You

For Teachers K - 5th
Students decide what gender should be their classroom president.  In this gender role lesson, students debate on the roles of the genders, and if they ever intertwine.  
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Soccer Dribbling Individual and Partner

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students practice dribbling in the sport of soccer. In this soccer dribbling lesson plan, students practice this skill individually and with a partner.