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Risk-It

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars participate in a game in which they are introduced to the Federal Reserve system. After indentifying new vocabulary, they decide which categories to choose from and select a spokesperson for each team. They play the game...
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A "State of the Arts" Coin 4-6

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Learners study the historical figures depicted on the penny, nickel, dime, and quarter and explore how symbols of U.S. patriotism were used in their design. They research symbols of Texas and choose one to draw in a design for a Texas...
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Unit 4: Worksheet I - Algebraic Equations

For Students 9th - 10th
In this algebraic equation learning exercise, students read a story problem. They write algebraic equations and solve for the unknown. Students also use a guess and check table to solve problems. This one-page learning exercise...
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A "State of the Arts" Coin

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students study the historical figures depicted on the quarter and explore how symbols of U.S. patriotism were used in its various designs. They research symbols of Texas and choose one to draw in a design for a Texas quarter. in...
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Simply Expressions

For Students 5th - 7th
In this simplifying expressions practice worksheet, students sharpen their problem solving skills as they solve 6 story problems.
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Talking Bulls and Bears

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students compare and contrast bull and bear markets. In this stock market lesson, students visit the noted Web sites to study supply and demand, the stock exchange, and financial scandals.
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Preserving History

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Young scholars discuss how writing is an important historical tool. They read writings from individuals and note how they have preserved history. They describe what those stories say about the communites they came from.
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Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders research and write an author report on Roald Dahl, including books written by him, birthplace, family life, and other information on his writing. Students read aloud chapters in the book. Students create a newspaper...
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Sharing Our Legacy of Giving

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Middle schoolers explore the concept of philanthropy. In this service learning lesson, students research or interview a local philanthropist. Middle schoolers write a biography about the philanthropist and share it with others.
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Exponential Growth and Decay

For Students 9th - 11th
In this algebra activity, students solve word problems. They identify the graph as exponential growth or decay. There are 7 questions with an answer key.
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The Missing Girls of India

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students study current news articles for the continuing practice of female infanticide in India. They discuss the devaluation of females in this country. Students brainstorm and evaluate solutions to this problem. Students design a...
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Philanthropy in Song

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students discover the concept of philanthropy. In this service learning lesson, students define the word philanthropist through song.
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An Academic, Economic, Cultural, and Political Lesson Plan

For Teachers 4th - 12th
Young scholars reflect on how many board games they've played have African Americans, their culture or history incorporated within. They identify four street games and three card games that appeal to African Americans. They play the...
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Let's Make a Deal- Barter 208

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Young scholars analyze and evaluate the barter system. They discuss the barter is the proper term for making deals. They participate in a simulation to illustrate each kind of barter.
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Washington & His Troops

For Students 6th - 8th
In this United States history worksheet, students utilize a word bank of 10 terms or phrases to answer 10 fill in the blank questions pertaining to the Revolutionary War as George Washington takes control of his Troops. A short answer...
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The Art of Budgeting

For Teachers 10th - Higher Ed
Students create a plan to achieve personal and financial goals. In this budgeting goals lesson, students identify their sources of income and discuss being financially independent. Students record their monthly expenditures and present a...
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Introduction to Infinite Series

For Students 10th - 12th
In this algebra worksheet, students find the pattern and nth formula for different series. They decide whether a sequence will diverge or converge. There are 13 questions.
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George and Sam Save for a Present

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders develop their algebraic thinking by recognizing a variety of patterns using concrete objects, numbers, tables, and pictures. In this George and Sam Save for a present lesson, 3rd graders communicate their mathematical...
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Arithmetic and Square Roots - Week 1

For Teachers 9th - 11th
In this basic arithmetic and square root worksheet, students solve basic arithmetic problems such as determining the cost of a meal. They solve equations containing square roots. This three-page worksheet contains eight problems.
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Models and Algorithms to Solve Multiplication Problems

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students choose the correct strategy to solve multiplication and division. In this algorithm lesson, students use at least two strategies that use properties of operations and estimation. Students also recognize the relationship between...
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Exponential and Logarithmic Equations

For Students 11th - 12th
In this Algebra II/Pre-calculus worksheet, learners solve logarithmic and exponential equations in problem solving situations. The three page worksheet contains eleven problems. Answers are not provided.
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Let's Take a Trip!

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders plan trip for family of four, and choose best travel plan by studying maps, considering different routes, and visiting Web sites to get airline and travel schedules.
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Food Safety and Quality Assurance

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students identify and interpret how milk is processed and learn important concepts in food safety and quality assurance. They identify how milk is processed, the importance of food safety, and the quality assurance process. Students also...
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Vocabulary Building Worksheet

For Students 4th - 5th
In this vocabulary activity, students match words to definitions, solve riddles and complete fill in the blank sentences. Students do the same activities for 4 sets of 20 words.