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Mapping Plate Boundaries

For Teachers Higher Ed
Students discover plate boundaries based on the uneven geographic occurrence of geologic hazards. After discussing geologic hazards, students plot different sets of earthquakes and volcanic eruptions on maps.
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Sports in China: What And Why They Play?

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students study several different types of Chinese sports played throughout history in China. They examine the historical perspective of the importance of sports in Chinese culture and create a final project using information about three...
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Land Formations

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders explore land formations. In this science lesson plan, 2nd graders develop an understanding of how land is naturally developed, investigate several land formations as well as earth science and chemical terminology, and ...
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Sponge Bob Day!

For Teachers K - 2nd
Young scholars explore and practice a variety of motor skills. In this physical education movement lesson, students rotate between 6 stations. Each station provides a Sponge Bob related activity which requires the children to use fine...
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The Declaration of Independence

For Teachers 4th - 12th
Students reflect on the Declaration of Independence.  In this U.S. History lesson, students read the Declaration of Independence then complete an activity and worksheet on the topic.
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The Rules of War/World War I

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students explore the reasons the United States became involved in World War I.  In this World History lesson, students research the reasons Woodrow Wilson made the decisions he did, prepare a debate and write a paper.
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States and Capitals Activity

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students explore states and capitals.  In this U.S. geography lesson, students practice locomotor skills playing Freeze Tag. Students generate the matching capital when given a specific state name in order to continue the game.
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Making Sense of the Reformation in 1 Day

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders explore the events of the Protestant Reformation. in this religious denominations instructional activity, 9th graders use the provided graphic organizer to take notes on a PowerPoint presentation about the different beliefs...
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I Live in Kansas!

For Teachers 3rd
Student research and apply information about communities in Kansas. In this Kansas lesson, 3rd graders study ten communities in the state, complete a booklet, and compare the communities to their own. They use the information to design a...
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The Greenhouse Effect and Me: How Do We Affect Each Other?

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders create a model of greenhouse effect in the lab. In this integrated science lesson plan, 9th graders investigate the different variables affecting this condition. They research about global warming and prepare a PowerPoint...
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Conferences With Parents Who Don't Get Along

For Teachers K - 6th
How to deal with parents of a student who don't get along with each other.
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Adventures along the Oregon Trail in Nebraska

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students discover how the land and people we develop relationships with in Nebraska affect our survival--past, present, and future. They write about and interview their grandparents, parents and peers and compare them with people on the...
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Hudson Canyon Expedition Let's Bet on Sediments!

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners investigate and analyze the patterns of sedimentation in the Hudson Canyon students observe how heavier particles sink faster than finer particles. They study that submarine landslides (trench slope failure) are
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Listen to a Shape

For Teachers 1st
First graders identify basic shapes (circle, square, rectangle, triangle) and describes the attributes of each. They use magazines to find examples of each shape, and then make a collage.
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Animal Instincts

For Teachers K - 5th
Pupils compare animal adaptations to human behavior. In this science lesson, students discuss animal instincts vs. learned behavior. Options for student writing, drawing and research are incorporated into this lesson plan
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Debates in Human Genetics

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students examine case studies involving human genetics. They research the case and determine possible problems to the issue. Students write essays supporting their opinion. They debate the ethical issues.
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Explorers (Early European)

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Learners research and explore the past and its historical roots involving the economic motivations of early European explorers. They assess connections between the current technological advances in transportation and that of the early...
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Geography of the Roman Empire

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Students explore the Roman Empire. In this ancient Rome activity, students research regions of the Roman Empire and present their finding to their classmates. Students also use an interactive map to practice placement of the regions...
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Age of Jackson

For Teachers 8th - 11th
Students work on political campaigns. In this campaign history lesson, students study the American presidential elections of 1824 and 1828. Students research primary and secondary sources to learn about the campaigns. Students then...
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Election of 1860

For Teachers 7th - 11th
Students determine how the presidential election of 1860 led to the American Civil War. In this election of 1860 lesson, students discover details regarding the election and hold their own mock debate and election. Students also write an...
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Egyptian Civilization

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders explore facets of ancient Egyptian life. In this lesson on ancient civilizations, 5th graders find the location of ancient Egyptian nations on a world map and describe the climate and features. They explain how post...
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Go Fish card game for recognition of vocabulary words

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students play Go Fish card game (with a teacher made deck of cards) for recognition of vocabulary words
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Compound Words

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders understand what a compound word is. In this compound words lesson, 3rd graders complete a worksheet putting two words together that form a compound word. Students create a list of these words.
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Better Body Books, Inc.

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students work in groups of 2-3 people to prepare a book about the human body that is suitable for a 3rd, 4th, or 5th grade student.