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Natural Resources
Fifth graders begin the instructional activity by identifying the different types of natural resources. As a class, they discuss how environments are destructed and how the loss of one natural resource can affect the economy. Using a...
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The Snack Bar
Sixth graders complete a purchase order. In this ratios and patterns lesson plan, 6th graders work in groups to complete a purchase order for a grand opening of the school snack bar. Students use rations to figure out the need and...
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The Balance of Good Health and the Food Pyramid
Learners 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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Breaking News English: Internet Trade Threatens Exotic Animals
In this English worksheet, students read "Internet Trade Threatens Exotic Animals," and then respond to 1 role playing, 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the...
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Microorganism Multiplication
Seventh graders complete two experiments to learn about harmful and helpful microorganisms. In this microorganisms activity, 7th graders read background information about fungi, yeast, and club fungi. Students then complete two...
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Breaking News English: Energy Drinks Harmful to Kids
In this English instructional activity, students read "Energy Drinks Harmful to Kids," and then respond to 1 essay, 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.
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Aksing Questions -- What is Fame?
Young scholars distribute copies of a survey to the local community about famous women. They gather the data and present it in a clear way. They examine the community's view on different issues.
Council for Economic Education
Econ Ed Link: How E Commerce Influences Consumer Choice
In this lesson young scholars learn decision making skills that will help them become better consumers. As consumers they have a variety of alternatives from which to choose. They learn about the importance of price information in making...
Federal Trade Commission
Federal Trade Commission: Privacy Choices for Personal Financial Information
A clear explanation of what consumers can and cannot do about how companies use their private information.
Cynthia J. O'Hora
Mrs. O's House: Home Ownership Positives and Negatives
Peruse a few articles provided and answer several probing questions about the pros and cons to owning a home or renting a home. Create a report on the data discovered.