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Mathematics5th Grade

5th Grade Fractions Lesson Plan

Students explore adding fractions with unlike denominators using visual models before moving to the standard algorithm. The lesson includes a number talk warm-up, guided practice with fraction strips, and an exit ticket.

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English Language Arts7th Grade

Middle School Persuasive Writing Lesson Plan

Students analyze a model persuasive paragraph, identify the claim-evidence-reasoning structure, and draft their own persuasive paragraph on a student-chosen topic.

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Biology10th Grade

High School Photosynthesis Lesson Plan

Students investigate how light intensity affects photosynthesis rate using an elodea leaf disc assay. The lesson follows a 5E structure with emphasis on data analysis and CER writing.

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English Language Arts3rd Grade

3rd Grade Character Development Lesson Plan

Students identify character traits in a read-aloud and use text evidence to explain how a character changes over time. The lesson uses a graphic organizer and ends with a short written response.

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Social Studies / History10th Grade

High School World War 1 Causes Lesson Plan

Students analyze primary sources related to the causes of World War 1, participate in a structured mini-debate, and draft a thesis statement for a DBQ-style response.

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English Language Arts / PhonicsKindergarten

Kindergarten Phonics CVC Words Lesson Plan

Students practice blending and segmenting CVC words using letter tiles, sound boxes, and partner reading. The lesson builds on previous letter-sound knowledge and ends with a quick dictation check.

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Mathematics8th Grade

8th Grade Linear Equations Lesson Plan

Students use a balance model to understand solving multi-step linear equations, practice with guided examples, and demonstrate understanding through an exit ticket.

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Science7th Grade

7th Grade Energy Transfer Lesson Plan

Students investigate how energy transfers between objects through a hands-on hot water and metal investigation, collect temperature data, and write a CER conclusion about energy transfer.

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English Language Arts10th Grade

10th Grade Analytical Paragraph Writing Lesson Plan

Students analyze a model analytical paragraph, identify its structural components, and draft their own analytical paragraph about a shared text with peer revision.

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English Language Arts8th Grade

8th Grade Close Reading: Persuasive Speech Lesson Plan

Students close-read a short persuasive speech, annotate for rhetorical devices, discuss the speaker's techniques in a structured protocol, and write an evidence-based response.

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Biology11th Grade

High School Enzyme Activity Lab Lesson Plan

Students investigate how temperature affects enzyme (catalase) activity using hydrogen peroxide and liver samples. They collect quantitative data, graph results, and connect findings to protein denaturation.

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Science6th Grade

6th Grade States of Matter Lesson Plan

Students explore the particle model of matter through a hands-on investigation comparing solids, liquids, and gases. They model particle behavior and connect observations to the concept of thermal energy.

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Physical Education7th Grade

7th Grade Circuit Training PE Lesson Plan

Students complete a circuit training workout with 8 stations, monitor their heart rates, and reflect on personal fitness goals. The lesson emphasizes effort over ability and includes modifications for all fitness levels.

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Computer Science10th Grade

High School Python Debugging Lesson Plan

Students learn systematic debugging strategies by analyzing common Python errors, fixing buggy code in pairs, and presenting their debugging process to the class.

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Spanish / Foreign Language10th Grade

10th Grade Spanish Restaurant Roleplay Lesson Plan

Students learn restaurant vocabulary and phrases, practice a guided dialogue, and perform a roleplay ordering food at a restaurant in Spanish. The lesson builds speaking confidence through scaffolded practice.

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