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Alphabetizing Animals- Part Two

For Teachers K - 1st
Students identify animal names and put them into alphabetical order. In this word study lesson plan, students recite the names of animals and alphabetize the names. Students complete a worksheet as a follow-up activity.
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Act-It-Out Columbus Boat

For Teachers Pre-K - 2nd
Students investigate the trip Christopher Columbus took to the new world.  In this U.S. History lesson, students create a fictional ship from cardboard and construction paper simulating the ship Columbus used to get to the New...
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Kindergarten-sight Words Fall Colors

For Teachers K - 1st
Students listen to the poem Fall Colors and find their favorite Fall color.  In this Fall color lesson, students recognize the Fall color words.  Students make leaf prints with their favorite colors. Students talk about their...
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Hurricanes and Tornadoes (Grade 4-8)

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Students investigate the concepts of hurricanes and violent weather conditions. In this violent weather lesson, students access an Internet site and watch a video about how air masses behave, how a tornado forms, how hurricanes form, and...
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Diversity of Trees

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders explore the uses of trees, In this trees lesson, 4th graders discover the uses of trees and how we use them everyday. Students collect items and decide if they are made from trees, have a scavenger hunt for wood products...
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Flower Pot Salad Bar

For Teachers 1st - 4th
Students discuss the connection between a flower pot and wholesome food by creating a salad.  In this healthy eating activity, students utilize numerous fresh vegetables to create a classic salad in a flower pot.  Students...
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Making Cookies- How many per hour?

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders measure how long it takes to make cookies. In this measuring time lesson, 5th graders explore how to manage time. Students decide when to start making breakfast on time, how to calculate playing time into their lunch time,...
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Number facts

For Students 9th - 11th
In this number facts worksheet, students determine the number associated with each of the twenty-five facts provided.  Students then need to determine how the answers are related to each other.  Answers are provided at the end...
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Breaking News English: Wayne Rooney

For Students 5th - 10th
In this Wayne Rooney worksheet, students read the article, answer true and false questions, complete synonym matching, complete phrase matching, complete a gap fill, answer short answer questions, answer discussion questions, write, and...
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Worksheet for Analysis of a Photograph

For Students 8th - 12th
In this primary source analysis worksheet, students respond to 25 short answer questions that require them to analyze a photograph from the Tennessee State Archives.
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Sir Gawain and the Green Knight by Anonymous

For Students 9th - 12th
In this online interactive reading comprehension worksheet, students respond to 15 multiple choice questions based on Sir Gawain and the Green Knight. Students may submit their answers to be scored.
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Sister Carrie by Theodore Dreiser

For Students 9th - 12th
In this online interactive reading comprehension worksheet, students respond to 20 short answer and essay questions based on Sister Carrie. Students may also access an online quiz on the selection using the link at the bottom of the...
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It's A Meteor

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students complete a webquest to find Earth's relationship to the sun.  In this webquest lesson, students complete tasks to understand the effect of the sun on weather and time. Students create a multimedia presentation as an...
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Fable of the Fainting Goat

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders explore animal life by reading children stories in class. In this goat fable lesson, 2nd graders read several books which describe the different myths and folklore about goats. Students identify the needs of living animals...
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My Little Seed House

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders explore plant life by participating in a germination activity. In this botany lesson, 2nd graders read several books about seed germination including Sunflower House and Tiny Seed. Students identify the necessary elements...
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Vermicomposting

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders create an eco-bin and study the habitat of the worm in soil. In this vermicomposting lesson, 2nd graders observe the effects of water ( too much or too little) and other factors on the eco-bin.
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Rotating Table Art

For Teachers K - 12th
Students use a variety of art media to create a picture.  In this mixed media lesson, students choose media as they move from one table to another.  At each table they add to their picture from the media at that table. ...
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Creating a Thunderstorm

For Teachers 1st
First graders contrast sounds and make a thunderstorm rhythm.  In this rhythm activity, 1st graders listen to Native American music and make an original rhythm with their hands and feet.  Students discuss Native Americans.
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Haiku Lessons With Feeling

For Teachers 2nd - 5th
Haiku, a form of Japanese poetry, can provide a way for students to tap into their creative abilities.
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Winter Art Activities

For Teachers 1st - 5th
Here are some fun art activities to do in the winter time.
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Keeping Spirits Bright

For Teachers Pre-K - 6th
Here are some transition and sponge activities to keep your students motivated until winter break.
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The Polar Express Experience

For Teachers K - 4th
Explore the holiday classic "The Polar Express" with a variety of activities.
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Standards vs. Curriculum: The Important Distinction

For Teachers 5th - 12th
The Common Core standards are a noteworthy achievement, but the real challenge for math teachers is finding the right curriculum.
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3D Houses

For Teachers K - 1st
Students construct 3-dimensional structures from 2-dimensional paper. They design and compile their structures to resemble a neighborhood community.