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The Rock Cycle

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Students explore the concept of the rock cycle.  In this geology lesson, students identify, classify, and observe three different types of rocks.  Students then list and char the characteristics of their rocks. 
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The Great Spider Debate

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Poor, misunderstood spiders! They are feared, disrespected, and detested by many people, yet they do so many positive things. A great addition to any insect unit, learn about some of the more common spiders, while hopefully dispelling...
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Birth and Early Childhood

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders read and compare creation stories of different cultures around the world. They identify and define the concept of the cycle of life and collect and analyze birth and childhood folk beliefs and stories in their families...
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Cycles of Change and Growth in the Mormon Trek: Compar

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners decide whether the Reenactment Trek of 1997 parallels the attitudes and challenges of the 1847 Trek.
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Financial Contracts

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Prepare your class for the real world and learn the basics about credit and the principles behind using it wisely. The activity includes handouts that explain the necessary vocabulary and concepts to understanding credit. After reviewing...
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Insects

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students observe and identify insects in their local. They record their observations by drawing a picture of the insect and writing a description.
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Reading Comprehension

For Teachers 12th - Higher Ed
In this ESL worksheet, students read a paragraph about a character named Bob and his wife, Linda. Students answer 20 questions about the paragraph.
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Kalahari Explorations

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Young scholars research the area of the Kalahari Desert. They use the online and print resources and evaluate the information they find. They present their information to the class.
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Comparing Primary and Secondary Sources

For Teachers 7th - 12th
 This simple two-day lesson plan introduces learners to the differences between primary and secondary sources. The lesson plan includes group work that explores the similarities and differences, and the advantages and disadvantages...
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Have You Ever Wondered?

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Students use their personal knowledge and the Internet to discover where and how spiders live. In groups, they discuss their experiences with spiders and how their lives differ from other insects. They use new vocabulary to discuss their...
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Breaking News English: Corruption Widespread in 70 Countries

For Students 5th - 10th
In this English worksheet, students read "Corruption Widespread in 70 Countries," and then respond to 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.