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TAKS 4th Grade Daily Upkeep 10
In this math worksheet, 4th graders look for the answers to basic review problems that focus upon the skills of reading simple word problems, and applying the interpretation of data.
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Virginia: Jamestown and Its People
Students familiarize themselves with the settlement of Jamestown and practice describing objects and their use. In this Jamestown lesson, students listen to stories about Jamestown, complete an artifact activity, and explore the story...
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The Gulf War and its Consequences
Students study the historical background of Desert Storm/Desert Shield. They determine that not all Americans were in favor of the Gulf War and examine the Gulf War Syndrome. They discover that another possible cause pertains to...
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Polite or Impolite Sentences- Buying a Ticket at the Train Station- Vocabulary Skills
For this language arts worksheet, students make each sentence that is a polite sentence and a cross out those that would be considered impolite. They match 12 sentences; one polite with one impolite.
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Sharing Our Legacy of Giving
Students explore the concept of philanthropy. In this service learning lesson, students research or interview a local philanthropist. Students write a biography about the philanthropist and share it with others.
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Constructive and Destructive forces
Students explore constructive and destructive forces. In this constructive and destructive forces lesson, students complete a WebQuest. Students explore the different types of forces and their effect on the surrounding geography. When...
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Bible Activities
In this religion worksheet, pupils draw a happy or sad face over 6 pictures depending on whether or not they would make Jesus happy. Students also complete various activities related to the Bible. For example, pupils color in...
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Bible Activity--Luke 3:1-6
For this Bible worksheet, students study the story and lessons in Luke 3:1-6 (prepare the way of the Lord). Students complete activities on 7 pages including crosswords, codes, coloring, mazes, and word search.
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Dreidel Play
In this crossword puzzle worksheet, students read the 11 clues that relate to a dreidel. Students then use the word box to help them complete the crossword puzzle.
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The Battleground: Separate and Unequal Education
Pupils investigate the history of unequal education in the United States and the impact on African American history. For this unequal history lesson, students discuss the purpose of education and describe an ideal school. Pupils...
US Mint
U.s. Mint: Presidential $1 Coins
The U.S. Mint site provides some interesting information about the coinage of U.S. Presidents on our currency.
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U.s. Treasury: History of u.s. Currency
This page provided by the Bureau of Engraving and Printing gives the the history of paper money from the colonial notes in 1690 to the currency redesigns of 1996 and 2003.
Other
U.s. Department of the Treasury: New Money
Every seven to ten years, the United States redesigns and improves the security features of its currency. At the New Money website, learn about the newest redesigned banknotes. Find animated tutorials, interactive quizzes, and a full...
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Webquest: u.s. Coins
Great WebQuest for you to discover information about the history of U.S. coins. You will also learn about the choice of symbols used and then get to design your own coin.
US Department of the Treasury
U.s. Dept. Of Treasury: Denominations of Currency
The U.S. Department of the Treasury presents a resource page on denominations. Read about what the current denominations in circulation today are, what the highest denomination ever produced by the U.S. Treasury was, and what...
US Census Bureau
Uscb: u.s. Trade Balance With Italy
Charts make it easy to read the yearly trade (both imports and exports) in U.S. dollars wtih Italy.
US Department of Energy
U.s. Department of Energy: Energy Savers
Find information on everything from buying energy-efficient products to using the proper landscaping for particular climates to conserve resources. Starting with an energy assessment, this website will help users reduce their consumption...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Count Money (u.s.)
Find the total value when given an amount of coins or dollars. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.
PBS
Pbs News Hour Extra: Political Clout and Money at Stake in u.s. Census Count
A U.S. Census took place in March of 2010. Classroom resources here will help students understand what a census is and how it helps a country formulate its policies and programs, and prepare for the future.
Federal Reserve Bank
Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis: Currency
A description of several features on the United States paper currency. Shows enlarged areas of U.S. currency to aide in learning.
US Mint
United States Mint: h.i.p. Pocket Change
The H.I.P. Pocket Change (HPC) Web site was launched in July 1999 by the U.S. Mint. HPC is designed to be a fun, educational tool that generates interest in coins, the mint, and U.S. history. A constantly evolving site, HPC works to...
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Federal Reserve Bank of Boston: History at Your Fingertips [Pdf]
Describes the history of paper money in the U.S. since it was first issued in 1690, and explains how paper currency is also a reflection of American history.
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The Privateer Gold Pages: A History of u.s. Paper Money
Covers six different kinds of United States paper money used in the 20th and 21st centuries. Focus is placed on whether or not the notes were backed by gold.