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Measuring Pattern Block Angles

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders review the rotation of 180 and 360 degrees. Using the alphabet, they estimate the angle degree and identify the angles as either right, straight, obtuse or acute. In groups, they measure the pattern block angles and record...
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Flicking With Force

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders are introduced to the concept of force and how it acts upon objects. In groups, they are given a ruler, ping-pong ball and golf ball and compare and contrast the force put on the balls when flicked by the ruler. To end...
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Word Problems

For Students 4th
In this math instructional activity, 4th graders are presented word problems that involve the division of values by a single-digit divisor and resulting in a single-digit quotient. Students focus on memorizing all of the multiplication...
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Combinations

For Students 3rd - 7th
In this combinations activity, students examine, analyze and calculate several ways to solve probability word problems involving combining ingredients to make a cake.
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Counting Principle

For Students 4th - 7th
In this counting principle worksheet, students examine, analyze and determine how to solve a variety of word problems with the counting principle. Students find out the total number of combinations that exist.
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The Business of Design

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students visit the Design for the Other 90% exhibition. In this design lesson, student learn how to design for the population of the world that is poor or impoverished. In addition, students read New York Times articles and watch videos...
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Survey Savvy

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students explore various aspects of design innovation. In this design activity, links are provided to three innovations from the Design for the Other 90% Web site in order for students to study and evaluate them. Students are challenged...
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Health Grade 1

For Teachers 1st
First graders explore tattling. In this lesson about when to tell and when to not tell, 1st graders determine the difference between tattling and reporting. Students read the book The Tattle Tail Tale or Tattlin' Madeline, by Carol...
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Two Step Equations

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders solve multiple step math problems. In this problem solving lesson, 6th graders practice following step by step instructions such as making cookies or building a snowman. Students use algebra tiles and draw pictures to solve...
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Algebra: Evaluating Expressions Using Tiles

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders evaluate algebraic expressions. In this introduction to algebra lesson plan, 6th graders use manipulatives (algebra tiles) to solve problems involving one and two variables. Students apply this knowledge to real life...
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News to the Core Reported by Very Special Students

For Teachers 1st - 6th
Students create news articles that help them build their knowledge, skills, and academic confidence. In this special education lesson, students use previous knowledge to write a newsletter and demonstrate their understanding of various...
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Mobility: A Green City, Past, Present, and Future

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students explore transportation systems through history. In this transportation lesson, students determine how modes of transportation affect quality of life and design transportation plans for cities.
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Design Patterns in Everyday Life

For Teachers 2nd - 5th
Students find symbols and patterns in everyday life. In this patterns activity, students break into groups and look for specific patterns and symbols. Students record their findings. Students create a graphic organizer with the information.
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Get the Picture?

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students explore the movement to design low-cost solutions for the world's population and create a graph to represent the information. In this design and graphing lesson, students review the concepts of graphing and visit the...
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Role-Playing Jean Talon

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students explore New France. In this New France lesson, students examine census data compiled by Jean Talon in 1665 and 1666. Students take on the role of Talon trying to convince the King of France to increase his investment in New...
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Study Guide for Lelavision's Physical Music

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Students complete activities for physical music analysis. In this physical music lesson, students read the biography for Lelavision musical sculptures, complete a sound and motion activity, and a making music activity. Students also...
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There's a Watershed in my Backyard!

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Students explain what the term watershed is by creating a model. In this science, geography lesson, students demonstrate how the water moves in a watershed. Additionally, students learn about point source and nonpoint source pollution....
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Exploration Watershed

For Teachers 6th - 7th
  Students discuss what a watershed is, and locate watersheds on a map.  For this watershed lesson, students use the information they have been introduced to and create a color coded watershed map of their own.     
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Be a Watershed - Create a Living River

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Students investigate water ways by conducting an experiment with classmates.  For this natural resources lesson, students define a watershed and identify where large ones are located within the United States.  Students utilize cups,...
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Investigating Linear Equations Using Graphing Calculator

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Learners investigate linear equations using the Ti-Calculator. In this algebra instructional activity, students graph lines and identify the different quadrants on a coordinate plane. They identify ordered pairs used to plot lines.
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Paul Jennings

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
In this Paul Jennings worksheet, learners research and find the answers to four inquisitive questions associated with Paul Jennings.
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The Balance of Good Health and the Food Pyramid

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
Students explore the importance of good health and the food pyramid. They examine food labels and the importance of healthy food choices. Students investigate food additives.
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Social Studies: How to Teach Children

For Teachers Higher Ed
Students examine reasons for teaching children and the characteristics of an effective teacher. After a Powerpoint presentation which includes a humorous look at the 1915 rules for teachers, they create daily teaching schedules and...
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Preventing Lead Poisoning in Children

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students examine the problem of children being poisoned by lead in the United States. After discussing the uses of lead, they brainstorm a list of ways they can be poisoned by the substance. In groups, they discover how they can stay...