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Education Reference: Collection Policy: The purpose of LEARN NC's Education Reference is to provide definitions of common terms in K–12 education as well as information that contextualizes the terms and, where appropriate, links to examples and resources that will help teachers implement teaching ideas in their classrooms. These guidelines explain our policy for including entries in the Education Reference.; Format: article/help

Using reference materials: In CareerStart lessons: Grade six, page 1.1; In this lesson for grade 6, students gain an understanding of how classified ads are used to search for jobs.; Format: lesson plan (grade 6–8 English Language Arts and Guidance); By Jennifer Brookshire and Julie McCann.

Education glossaries on the web: Can't find what you're looking for in LEARN NC's education glossary and reference? Here are some additional references.; Format: bibliography

Research frenzy: Students will use a variety of reference materials to complete a trivia-question scavenger hunt assignment. Within the context of this assignment, students will be exposed to questions in many curriculum areas.; Format: lesson plan (grade 4–5 Information Skills); By Jan King.

Literature lamps: The Weirdo: Literature is tied to an integrated curriculum for student success. Emphasis is on reading and communication.; Format: lesson plan (grade 8 English Language Arts and Social Studies); By Wendy Sirias.

Uses of rocks and minerals: In CareerStart lessons: Grade six, page 3.4; In this lesson plan for grade 6, students will gain an understanding of the economic importance of rocks and minerals by exploring their applications in various careers.; Format: lesson plan (grade 6 Science); By April Galloway and Christine Scott.

Night of the Twisters: Reading strategies are used to introduce a literary work.; Format: lesson plan (grade 4–5 English Language Arts); By Authurice Mitchell.

Goodbye, Bill Of Rights!: Students will enact a scene demonstrating life without one of the first ten amendments. Students will be put into groups of three or four and assigned a specific amendment to research.; Format: lesson plan (grade 8–10 Social Studies); By Greg Simmons.

Primary source letters lesson plan: In Tobacco bag stringing: Secondary activity two, page 1; This is one of a series of activities that will help educators use the Tobacco Bag Stringing project materials in their classrooms. Throughout the series students will learn about tobacco stringing, study primary source...; Format: lesson plan; By Pauline S. Johnson.

Tobacco bag stringing: Secondary activity four: In this activity for grades 7–12, students will examine primary source photographs and biographical information that were collected for the Virginia-Carolina Service Corporation to set up a data record.; Format: lesson plan (grade 8–12 Social Studies); By Pauline S. Johnson.

Clarification writing: What could I add to the NC Zoo?: Students will apply their knowledge of clarification writing and address "What Animal or Plant Would You Add to the NC Zoo." Students must research their plant or animal to determine if the zoo ecosystem could support the species. In addition, the student must provide reasons and explanations to support their choice. This is a follow-up activity to a unit of study on ecosystems/biomes.; Format: lesson plan (grade 5 English Language Arts and Information Skills); By Connie Johnson.

Why I am me timeline: Student develops a timeline that correlates personal life events with world events. Research and bibliographic skills are incorporated.; Format: lesson plan (grade 6–8 Guidance and Information Skills); By Rita Briggs.

Digging in the dictionary: In this activity, students will learn to use an age-appropriate dictionary to find a word, write its definition, write a sentence using that word, and report their results to their classmates.; Format: lesson plan (grade 1 Information Skills); By Mary Waldrup.

Molly's Pilgrim Activity: Using the book by Barbara Cohen, students will respond to the social and historical significance of this portrayal of the Thanksgiving holiday. Students will also participate in constructing a Venn diagram and completing a cloze activity.; Format: lesson plan (grade 3–4 English Language Arts and Social Studies); By Susan Milholland, Kathy Vaden, and Rita Wilson.

Embryology: Hatching baby chicks: This lesson integrates science, math, communication skills, arts, and social studies through hands-on activities. Students are directly involved in hatching baby chicks.; Format: lesson plan (grade 1–2 and 4 Science); By Ann White.

Role of barrier islands and their inlet/outlet systems: In Coastal processes and conflicts: North Carolina's Outer Banks, page 1.9; This lesson is part of chapter one of the unit "Coastal processes and conflicts: North Carolina's Outer Banks." Students take a closer look at the unique environment that estuaries provide for plants and animals.; Format: lesson plan (grade 8–12 Science); By Stanley R. Riggs, Dorothea Ames, and Karen Dawkins.

Lumbee learning: In Teaching about North Carolina American Indians, page 2.4; Introduction Education for the Lumbee Tribe has always been important. After Reconstruction ended and the state of North Carolina began its journey to educate its people, no provisions were made for American Indians. Segregated schools provided education...; Format: lesson plan (grade 4 and 8 English Language Arts and Second Languages); By Gazelia Carter.

Media submission guidelines: In Web Publishing & Collaboration Guide, page 2.1; LEARN NC welcomes submissions of images, audio, and video of educational value for our Multimedia Library, and we encourage authors of lesson plans, best practices, and learning materials to include media where appropriate. Photographs We welcome...; Format: policy/help

Helping students get organized: In The First Year, page 1.4; Tips for helping students keep track of their materials and supplies.; Format: article/best practice; By Kristi Johnson Smith.Commentary and sidebar notes by Lindy Norman.

Search for synonyms: A thesaurus lesson: Students will expand their vocabulary and learn the advantages of using a thesaurus. Students will edit and enrich personal writing samples using both print and online thesauri.; Format: lesson plan (grade 3–4 English Language Arts); By Erin Bradfeldt and Joan Milliken.

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