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Spectral Surprise

For Teachers K - 8th
Students create spectral colors. In this hands-on science lesson, students examine the electromagnetic spectrum as they follow steps to create a model that separates and displays light.
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Shine On, Moon

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Pupils explore space science by conducting an experiment in class. In this Moon lesson, students define a list of space science vocabulary and read the book The Moon. Pupils utilize shoeboxes and string to conduct a sunlight experiment...
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Hand Print Adjective Booklet

For Teachers 2nd - 5th
Students practice using adjectives by describing animals, pictures or insects.  In this language arts lesson, students collaborate to brainstorm a list of adjectives which they turn into an adjective booklet.  Students utilize...
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Have You Got The Angle?

For Students 5th - 6th
In this angle worksheet, students complete a set of 10 multiple choice questions. An answer link is provided; page is labeled as a "post test."
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Grammar Exercises

For Students 1st - 5th
In this grammar exercise interactive worksheet, students identify the correct pronouns in 15 sentences and choose the word "a" or "an" to complete ten phrases.
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How Many Strips?

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders investigate the measurement of 1 meter. They predict and measure how many strips of paper it takes to make exactly one meter. Students devise and use problem solving strategies to solve the problem.
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Ocean Scale Drawing

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Students explain how to make pictures larger using a grid system by transferring scales images from 1/2 -1 inch to 6 inches - 1 foot. They create life-size scale drawings of ocean life studied in class using a grid system.
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Is It a Triangle?

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Learners explore the concept of triangle inequalities.  In this triangle inequality instructional activity, students cut spaghetti noodles into given lengths.  Learners use the noodles to complete a worksheet about triangle...
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Maximizing Lumber Cuts

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students examine how lumber companies use each tree to the fullest extent. They practice using a saw blade in which they cut a piece of wood in different configurations to see which cut can waste the least.
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Rings and Diamonds

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders solve a problem by using systematic problem solving strategies. They determine if there is enough information to solve the problem. They solve a problem involving geometric shapes and area.
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Trapezoids: What's Equal or Right About Them?

For Teachers 8th - 10th Standards
Pupils explore the concept of trapezoids.  In this trapezoids instructional activity, students identify legs and bases of a trapezoid.  Pupils discuss the similarities and differences between isosceles trapezoids and right...
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Wardrobe

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders examine the concept of symmetry and balance. They view a wardrobe with an inlaid design, then design and create a symmetrical pattern using two different colors of construction paper.
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Wardrobe

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders observe the wardrobe and discuss the role of the wardrobe in the culture of viceregal Mexico. They research the design and the influence of Moorish decoration in the geometric pattern on the door. Students identify...
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Exploring Length and Perimeter

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders determine the perimeter of geometric shapes with a grid at technology based resource. While looking at figures on an overhead, they determine how much border they would need to go around a figure. They also complete...
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Making Personal Maps

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Students study maps and become familiar with how to use one.  In this investigative lesson students create a map of an area and provide a legend. 
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Bisecting Angles and Segments

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students bisect angles and segments using a mira. They measure the original angles and segments and the angles and segments formed by bisecting to better see the relationship between them.
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Data Collection Project

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Learners collect data using email. They calculate the mean, median, mode, range and outliers. They create a graph using the data results. They write five paragraphs to summarize their data.
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Wind Direction

For Teachers 7th - 12th
In this activity, students will make a gauge to track wind direction.
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Discovering Pi

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders are introduced and experiment with the concept of pi. Using this information, they discover the relationship between the circumference and diameter of circles. In groups, they practice measuring the circumference of...
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North Korea's Nuclear Threat

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students participate in a lesson that focuses on the events of how Korea became a nuclear threat in the world. They use essential questions to help guide the research and come to right conclusions from the information.
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Finding The Center Mass of a Triangle

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students calculate the center mass of a triangle. For this geometry lesson, students use the median to find the center mass. They discuss the different characteristics of triangles and their center of mass.
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Tree Measurement

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students work in pairs taking measurements of a tree. They measure the trunk, crown, and height using vertical and horizontal measurement. Then students create a bar graph using the information they gathered.
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Exploring Balancing Forces

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Young scholars develop critical thinking skills and explore the concept of force.  In this balancing forces instructional activity students complete an activity and explain the conclusion. 
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Qualitative Vs. Quantitative

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders examine the difference between qualitative and quantitative observations by doing a simple lab activity. This lesson can be used at any grade level. It involves the basic observation process skill.