Teaching "Hoot" in 6th Grade: Chapters 7-14
This lesson will cover Chapters 7-14 of Hoot to include vocabulary and questions and the introduction of a research project to be completed …
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English Lesson Plans for Middle School
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"The Long Winter" & "Little Town on the Praire": Lessons for 6th Grade Students
The 6th and 7th books in the series explore some serious themes and hardships American settlers faced in the prairie. Teach your 6th grade class more …
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Teaching 'These Happy Golden Year's' and 'The First Four Years': Historical Fiction for Grades 6-7
The final two books in the series shows Laura growing up into adulthood, falling in love, and experiencing the trials of a farmer’s wife. These …
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Lesson on the Legend of Mercy Brown: A Vampire in Rhode Island - for Middle School Students
Back in the late 19th century, belief in vampires was still common. What else could be the explanation for diseases such as consumption? Learn the …
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American Folktales: Henry Hudson & the Lost Colony of Virginia
Students will love this lesson on American legends. First, travel up the Hudson river in New York with Henry Hudson. Then, we’ll visit the first …
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lizzie borden
“Lizzie Bordon took an axe, And gave her Mother forty whacks…” Have you ever heard this school yard chant and wondered where it …
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Origins of the New Jersey Devil Legend: Middle School Lesson
Much more than a hockey team, the mythical New Jersey devil has been said to be lurking in the woods for years. Learn the origin of this legend.
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The Legend of Robert Johnson, Grandfather of Rock & Roll - Middle School Lesson
Did Robert Johnson really sell his soul to the devil in exchange for musical talent? Read the legend and then decide what you think!
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The Legend of Jesse James: American Robin Hood
Was the famous Jesse James considered the Robin Hood of his time? Learn of one of the legends surrounding this dynamic figure.
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The Fountain of Youth in Florida? American Legend
Is the fountain of youth located in Florida? Read on for more of this American legend.
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