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Cracking Sticks

For Teachers K
Students explore the letter /k/ in this lesson, and identify the /k/ sound in words. They read a tongue twister emphasizing the /k/ sound, and discuss that two letters make the /k/ sound - c and k. They then practice writing k's and...
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Writing to Explain: Creating How-To Scripts and Demonstrations

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Excuse me, can you give me directions? Scholars examine and practice technical writing to increase their ability to write directions. They participate in discussion, watch videos, and complete an assignment to create their own directions.
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Heart Facts Internet Activity

For Students 5th - 8th
In this heart facts activity, students click on the links in the questions about the heart to find the answers to the questions and then come back and answer the questions. Students answer 16 questions total.
Interactive
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Phrasal Verbs Quiz

For Students 4th - 6th
In this phrasal verbs worksheet, students complete each sentence by choosing the answer that defines the phrasal verb in the sentence.
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Gun Safety

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students gather data about guns, and examine the resulting treatment and death from bad decisions and guns. They author an original newspaper with information on "Gun Safety."
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Subject Verb Agreement

For Students 4th - Higher Ed
In this subject verb agreement worksheet, students read 15 multiple choice questions where they choose the correct verb to complete each sentence so there is subject verb agreement.
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Subject-Verb Agreement

For Students 7th - 10th
In this subject/verb agreement worksheet, students practice their grammar skills at they select the appropriate verbs to complete 15 sentences.
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You Are Here

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Learners simulate a course with and without a guide as if they were an airplane with and without air traffic control. They read and discuss the article "For Airlines, Hands-On Air Traffic Control". They discuss challenges that air...
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Water Unit

For Teachers K
Students explore ways to conserve water. After discussing water, its uses, and importance, students perform an experiment to discover how much water can be used when using a sponge. After creating water artwork, students determine how...
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Dell House Dig

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students experience an archaeological dig exploring off the shore of Black Hawk Island and Wisconsin River. They study in the same place where the infamous Dell House once stood. Dell House and its historical significance is reviewed...
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Life of a Logger

For Teachers 5th - 12th
Students are introduced to the work and lives of 19th century lumberjacks through a living history slide show presentation. They compare and contrast life 150 years ago with the present. Students describe the history of logging in...
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Development of Popular Music

For Students 10th - 12th
The history and marketing of pop music is the subject of this lesson. Students first read an article detailing definitions and historical shifts of pop music in society. The activity then provides students with a few comprehension-level...
Interactive
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Using Irregular Verbs-Exercise 3

For Students 3rd - 5th
In this irregular verb worksheet, students fill in the blank in a set of 20 sentences, using the correct verb for each. Online link is available on worksheet.
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Caring

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students discuss the importance of caring about themselves and for others. As a class, they listen as they are read a story and answer questions using examples from the story. They brainstorm definitions of love and role play another...
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Scooter Signal

For Teachers K - 1st
Students practice the use of hand signals to designate right or left turns. In this safety lesson, students ride a scooter following paths set up to look like sidewalks and roads. Students practice forming the proper signals prior to...
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Modals of Necessity 1 - Must, Have got to, Have to

For Students 5th - 12th
In this online interactive grammar skills instructional activity, students answer 8 multiple choice questions that require them to use the appropriate modals to complete 8 sentences. Students may submit their answers to be scored.
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Fat - A Concentrated Energy Source

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students study fats as a necessary part of a balanced diet. They match foods with visuals showing the amount of fats in each. They compare lunches and how substitutions of various foods can effect the fat content of each meal.
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Water Pollution Experiments

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders conduct experiments in simulated water pollution using a box of items to hold "pollutants"and an aquarium, representing a waterway. They observe how "rain" from a watering can poured into the box washes the pollutants into...
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Wheat: From Field to Oven

For Teachers 2nd - 5th Standards
How does wheat go from the seed to the table? While focusing on main ideas and supporting statements, class members read an excerpt about wheat production and complete a worksheet. The end goal is a display that shows the different...
Interactive
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Grammar Exercise: Adjective Clauses

For Students 7th - 9th
In this adjective clauses instructional activity, students combine two sentences to make one by using an adjective clause. Students can check their answers or get a hint by pressing the buttons.
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Orienteering II

For Teachers 4th - 12th
Students name the parts of a compass and comprehend the function of each part. They define paces and tallies and use them in a real world situation. Students are shown the proper use of radio terminology. They use a map and compass to...
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Planning An Escape Plan

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
Learners participate in a mock fire escape plan in this lesson. They identify the reasons for remaining calm, closing doors, ad testing doors between rooms and the main exits. They also watch a experiment that demonstrates what fire...
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Prelude to War

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students determine that there are many causes of war. They explain that it is hard to remain isolated from world events and review the connection between industrialism and imperialism. They discuss what the consequences might be of...
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What's Occurring in Sudan?

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students participate in an activity designed to show them how minority groups are discriminated against in Sudan. In groups, they read stories about the Sudanese rebellion and complete worksheets.