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Poriferans and Cnidarians

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students study the major phyla of the animal kingdom. In this biology lesson unit, students identify their general characteristics. They define taxonomy terminologies.
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Trekking to Timbuktu: Timbuktu's Golden Age of Scholarship

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students access online information regarding education in Timbuktu and the mighty Songhai Empire. They write an essay comparing and contrasting the curriculum of the university at Sankore with that of their own school.
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Currency Exchange Rates

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students, in groups, choose three countries from which to investigate exchange rates versus the US dollar. Using Internet research they follow daily exchange rates and compute the percentage change. They compile data and prepare and...
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Trekking to Timbuktu: Timbuktu's Golden Age of Scholarship

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Pupils study and identify the empire of Songhai through research and describe Timbuktu's role in its economy. They investigate how Timbuktu became an important spiritual and intellectual center of Islam. Students describe the Islamic...
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Timbuktu: A Center of Trade

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students pretend to take a field trip to Timbuktu. Using the internet, they research the origins and secrets of this important city. They use a map to discover how important its location is to trade. They also examine why Timbuktu...
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Worksheet
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Tourism in Spain

For Students 6th - 10th
In this tourism in Spain activity, students use their research skills to respond to 10 short answer questions regarding the topic.
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Worksheet
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Breaking News English: Saudi Arabia's King Fahd Passes Away

For Students 5th - 10th
In this English worksheet, students read "Saudi Arabia's King Fahd Passes Away," and then respond to 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.
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Diversity of Life

For Teachers Pre-K - 6th
Students study the classification of viruses and describe their structure.  In this investigative instructional activity students complete an activity and answer questions about viruses. 
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WHAT SHOULD ARJUNA DO?

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students become familiar with the Bhagavad Gita, recognize the various arguments Lord Krishna gave for doing one's dharma, explore the idea of karma yoga, acting with holy indifference.
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DECODING BOROBUDUR

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students study the example of the spread of Buddhism in Southeast Asia, assess the possible meaning conveyed by Borobudur, explore how ideas travel and the process of syncretism, and appreciate how and why Salindra leaders in Java...
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Goals of the Diversity of Life Unit

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students are introduced to the unit on the importance of diversity of life and the role that interdependence plays in our worlds. this is part of a multi-lesson unit on the diversity of life.
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Al Qaeda's New Front

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Pupils view a documentary, read articles, discuss and write about Europe's struggle with strained U.S. relations, increased terrorist activity, a growing Muslim population and the logistics of uniting under the European Community.
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Primary Producers

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Middle schoolers examine the role of carbon in the oceans and how phytoplankton determine the levels present. In groups, they practice measuring primary productivity using two methods. They use the internet to research the role of...
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Investigating Animals in Water

For Teachers 3rd - 7th
Students observe small animal activity. They identify local water animals and describe the habitats where water animals can be found. Students collect samples to observe in the classroom.
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Angkor What? Angkor Wat!

For Teachers 10th
Tenth graders examine Angkor Wat and its place in history. They visit websites, utilize maps, and complete interactive worksheets. Students investigate the local temple to discover its purpose.
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Bah¿¿'u'll¿¿h, A Perfect Mirror

For Teachers K
Students engage in a instructional activity that teaches about the Bahai Faith and the manifestation of God found in the religious teachers of the world. They say prayers and meditate on the teachings of Krishna. The instructional...
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Classification

For Students 9th - 10th
In this biology worksheet, students identify and locate various vocabulary terms related to the classification of living things. There are 32 biology terms located in the word search.
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Plants: Form and Function

For Students 9th - Higher Ed
In this plants learning exercise, students compare and contrast vascular and non-vascular plants. Students learn the structure and function of the 3 types of plant tissues: dermal, ground, and vascular tissue. This learning exercise has...
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Big Ben

For Students 3rd - 4th
For this worksheet about Big Ben, students "use their research skills" to answer 8 questions about Big Ben. Answers are provided on page 2.
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Bacterial Roles

For Teachers 4th - 9th
Students study bacteria and the role it plays in the ecosystem.  In this bacteria instructional activity students research the roles bacteria has and submit a chart. 
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Untamed Science

Untamed Science: Biodiversity: Animals: Kingdom Animalia

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the characteristics that make Kingdom Animalia a distinct classification group. Explore photos and watch video clips about many species of animals.
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The Difference Between the United Kingdom, Great Britain, and England

For Students 9th - 10th
Do you know the difference Between the United Kingdom, Great Britain, and England? This infographic spells out those differences. It also includes a timeline of major events and some ideas for the future.
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Website
Ducksters

Ducksters: United Kingdom History and Timeline Overview

For Students 1st - 9th
Kids learn about the history and timeline of the country of the United Kingdom including Celtics, Saxons, Roman rule, the Norman Invasion, kings and queens, the British Empire, and the World Wars.
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Website
Ducksters

Ducksters: Geography for Kids: United Kingdom

For Students 1st - 9th
Explore the United Kingdom's history, capital, flag, climate, terrain, people, economy, and population on this website.