LEARN NC

K–12 teaching and learning · from the UNC School of Education

A fallen tree in Lake Norman
A fallen tree in Lake Norman
This is a fallen tree in Lake Norman, as seen from a boat. Lake Norman is a man-made lake, the largest in North Carolina. The area is a popular place to live for people who commute to Charlotte but wish to live away from the hustle and bustle of the big city....
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Lake Norman State Park
Lake Norman was created when Cowans Ford Dam was built to generate electricity for the people of the area. Though rarely seen there are over 35 species of mammals in the park in addition to birds, amphibians, and reptiles. When visiting the park students will learn the importance of clean water to both animals and humans.
Format: article/field trip opportunity
Christmas at Lake Norman, NC
Christmas at Lake Norman, NC
This is a boat decorated for Christmas at Lake Norman in Iredell County, North Carolina. Boat owners around the area gather and deck out their decks with Christmas lights, animated snowmen, and more.
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Where were you born: A graphing lesson
Students will gather data and graph the results. Lake Norman Elementary's student population has a wide range of native states. Many of the students were born in states other than North Carolina. This activity allows the students to survey each class to see what states are represented in our school. After the survey results have been tallied, students will use the data to create different types of graphs. The class will then compare the graphs and will decide which type of graph represents the information most clearly.
Format: lesson plan (grade 3–4 Mathematics)
By Erin Bradfeldt, Joan Milliken, and Kathy Beck.
EnergyExplorium
Take a tour and enjoy the programs offered by Duke Power's EnergyExplorium.
Format: article/field trip opportunity