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20th Century II: The 1940's - The War

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners watch the movie The Tuskegee Airmen. Write a one page typed paper that describes the obstacles the African-American servicemen, particularly these aviators, had to over come to defend their country. They use specific scenes from...
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Name the country

For Students 5th - 10th
In this country worksheet, students look at the country outline and write the name for the country underneath it. Students write 15 names for 15 countries.
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Defining Character Traits

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Pupils read and analyze an extended definition in preparation for writing an extended definition of a CHARACTER TRAIT. They use analogy as a definition strategy to tailor writing to a particular audience. Finally, students SHARE writing...
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Human Skeletal System

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students trace the outline of one of their members and draw in the bones from the diagram. They make flashcards of the bones out of index cards. Once the drawings and flashcards are finished, they quiz each other in preparation for a game.
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Texas

For Teachers 1st - 2nd
Students draw the outline of the Lone Star State, label the state signs (bird, flower, tree), and sing the state song.
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Characters' Coming of Age

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students develop older versions of child or adolescent characters from favorite works of literature, adapting them for teenage or adult sequels. They each outline a sequel and write its first chapter.
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We Thank You, Veteran!

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders use information from videos, picture books, and relatives' military backgrounds to write a short or extended message of gratitude on a greeting card for local veterans.
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Homonyms

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
Students brainstorm a list of words and identify a homonym for each. They write definitions for each of the words and a sentence that uses each word. A list of common homonyms is attached.
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The Khmer Rouge

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars examine life in Cambodia and Vietnam from 1975-1979, Pol Pot and the Khmer Rouge. They discuss how an otherwise peaceful society could allow such events to take place and write a short paper and complete a culminating...
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Populations and Ecosystems

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders examine the factors that influence the stability of ecosystems. They construct a miniature ecosystem in a jar that includes plants, small fish, and snails, record the population changes over a period of four weeks, and...
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Narrative Literature Response Letters

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders write endings to a story that has already been written. They offer alternative endings in their version. The lesson includes a rubric that is to be given to the students in order that they know the requirements.
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My Career Step Plan of Action

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners explore the job market and write goals to reach their ultimate career. Individually, students complete a Career Step Plan of Action to outline their personal goals. Learners research jobs and education necessary and predict a...
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President Hoover and the Great Depression

For Teachers 11th
Eleventh graders explore how President Hoover's conservative response to the Great Depression drew criticism from the American public. They watch a video clip outlining how hard times were during the Depression and take notes during the...
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Label Your Body

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students assimilate the names of the parts of the body. They practice spelling body part words using a worksheet. They trace the outline of their bodies, add features and label the body parts from the vocabulary list.
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Swirling, Twirling, Glistening Jewels... Glass Art In Words

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Pupils examine the art form of the glass sculpture. After viewing a three dimensional object, they write creatively describing the object through the use of metaphors. They use peer editing to check for grammatical and spelling errors.
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How to Study for a Test

For Teachers Higher Ed
Students discuss and write about how to study for a test and create a class test taking manual. They can also choose to write GED questions to become more familiar with test questions.
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Read and Remember - Story Grammar

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students use the Story Grammar strategy to outline the main elements of the story which will help them with free recall and cued recall. The strategy includes: identifying the main characters in the story, recalling where and when the...
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Respiratory System

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Young scholars identify elements of the respiratory system. They write notes on cards, diagram the respiratory system and label it. As a class, students discuss the function of each part of the respiratory system and explore the...
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America 2000: Federal Round Table Discussion

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders examine the United States Constitution and identify the beliefs and values Americans follow today. In groups, they compare and contrast state's rights and federal rights and the issues affecting them. They debate the...
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Circling Around the CEENBoT Way!

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students investigate the forces present in a rotating body. In this physics lesson, students calculate centripetal force using a mathematical equation. They answer a quiz and writing prompt at the end of the lesson.
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Pulling with a CEENBoT!

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students investigate the pulling force of CEENBoT. In this physics activity, students suggest modifications to increase the kinetic coefficient of friction and eventually the pulling force. They write a complete lab report about the...
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The Father of History Looks at Egypt

For Students 7th - 10th
In this ancient Egypt worksheet, students read a 1-page selection about the civilization and examine a map of the region. Students outline the information that they read. 
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Sidewalks to Success in Middle School

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students write a brochure that educates incoming middle school students on how to succeed.
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Pennies of My Life Part 1

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders read and discuss "The Hundred Penny Box". They write their own autobiographies, collect pennies for each year of their lives, and illustrate their favorite yearly activities.

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