All Activities

Stop Bullying Stoplight

Belonging and Community, Stories and Perspectives

Stop Bullying Stoplight

Mizzen Education, Inc.

K - 5

45 Minutes

In this activity, students discuss bullying, how to recognize and respond to it, and how to prevent it. Then, they create a bullying spotlight providing guidelines to help end bullying.

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Stop the Madness!

Digital Voices, Belonging and Community

Stop the Madness!

kid-grit

3 - 12

45 Minutes

Web-based information and content can definitely be false. It is always important to be an educated participant of information on the internet. How can we ourselves- and then our students- learn how to decipher what is true or false? In this lesson, we will ask students to do their own research about internet 'information' and how to examine it with a critical eye.

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Stop the Show (Grades 6-8)

Arts in Action, Belonging and Community

Stop the Show (Grades 6-8)

Mizzen Education, Inc.

6 - 8

45 Minutes

Small groups of students plan scenarios that have concrete starting points and a conflict, obstacle, or problem the characters have to solve. At a certain point, the adult leader stops the play and asks the audience to vote on the ending to the scene. Students learn to be flexible and creative by acting out the new ending.

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Stop the Show (Grades 9-12)

Arts in Action, Stories and Perspectives

Stop the Show (Grades 9-12)

Mizzen Education, Inc.

9 - 12

45 Minutes

Small groups of actors plan scenarios that have concrete starting points and a conflict, obstacle, or problem the characters have to solve. At certain points, the teacher stops the scene and asks the audience to vote on the next thing that will happen or on a certain character's next response or action. The audience becomes a kind of writer’s room, in which actors are asked to try out different ideas as they perform.

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Stories from Other Cultures

Stories and Perspectives, We The People

Stories from Other Cultures

Mizzen Education, Inc.

9 - 12

45 Minutes

Students read selections from global literature, and then discuss the works from thematic, cultural, and historical perspectives. They also compare and contrast their selections with a familiar work of American fiction.

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Stories from Photos (Grades 6-8)

Stories and Perspectives, Arts in Action

Stories from Photos (Grades 6-8)

Mizzen Education, Inc.

6 - 8

45 Minutes

Students use photos as prompts to create characters and write a story (or the beginning of a story). This engaging activity promotes creativity and teaches writing skills.

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Stories from Photos (Grades 9-12)

Stories and Perspectives, Arts in Action

Stories from Photos (Grades 9-12)

Mizzen Education, Inc.

9 - 12

45 Minutes

Students use photos as prompts to create characters and write a story (or the beginning of a story). This engaging activity promotes creativity and teaches writing skills.

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Stories of Resistance: Queen Njinga, Elizabeth Freeman, and Today

We The People, Belonging and Community

Stories of Resistance: Queen Njinga, Elizabeth Freeman, and Today

Pulitzer Center

K - 8

1 Hour

In this activity, students explore different ways resistance can look through the stories of Queen Njinga and Elizabeth Freeman. Then, they will analyze text and multimedia to inform a written reflection and group discussion about the legacy of Black resistance and how we can resist injustice.

An optional extension activity guides students in completing a research project on Black leaders resisting injustice throughout history.

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Story Wheel

Stories and Perspectives, Arts in Action

Story Wheel

Mizzen Education, Inc.

K - 2

45 Minutes

Children love listening to stories. Having them recall the plot is a critical comprehension skill. In this activity, children will listen to a story and then recall the main character and what happened in the beginning, middle, and end of the story. They demonstrate their comprehension through pictures drawn on a story wheel.

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Story, Story, and More Story

Stories and Perspectives, Arts in Action

Story, Story, and More Story

Mizzen Education, Inc.

9 - 12

45 Minutes

In this activity, students write a story as a group. First, they use one of three starter paragraphs to begin the story independently. Then, the story is passed from one student to another to build on what was already written. Finally, students reconvene as a group to read and discuss the stories.

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Storybook Yoga

Stories and Perspectives, Belonging and Community

Storybook Yoga

PowerUp Fitness

K - 5

15 Minutes

PowerUp with Storytime Yoga - flow through characters and scenes to stretch literacy skills with this yoga activity.

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Storytelling Shipwreck

Stories and Perspectives, Belonging and Community

Storytelling Shipwreck

PowerUp Fitness

K - 5

15 Minutes

PowerUp Storytelling Skills - strengthen literacy skills with this creative fitness game connection

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Straw Bridge Design Challenge

STEM Lab: Build, Tinker, Explore, The Natural World

Straw Bridge Design Challenge

OregonASK

6 - 8

1 Hour

Students work in teams as engineers to create their own straw bridges! By using only plastic straws and tape, students work together to see how many marbles their bridge can hold.

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Straw Rockets

STEM Lab: Build, Tinker, Explore, The Natural World

Straw Rockets

OregonASK

6 - 8

30 Minutes

Students build and test a simple propulsion rocket built out of straw.

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Strut Like an Animal

Arts in Action, Stories and Perspectives

Strut Like an Animal

Jazz at Lincoln Center

3 - 8

2 Hours

This activity introduces the concept of musical notation through animal footprints. Using cut-out animal footprints, students practice walking through musical bars to replicate how musicians play through them.

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Super ME! Part 1

Stories and Perspectives, Arts in Action

Super ME! Part 1

OregonASK

K - 5

1 Hour

Students use their drawings from My Talents, Interest, and Strengths to start their Super ME pop-up book.

This activity is part 4 of a 5 part activity series: A Hero Among Heroes, The Hero Inside, My Talents, Interests, and Strengths, Super ME Part 1, and Super ME Part 2.

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Super ME! Part 2

Arts in Action, Belonging and Community

Super ME! Part 2

OregonASK

K - 5

1 Hour

Students continue to work on and complete their Super ME! pop-up books and share their hard work with each other.

This activity is part 5 of a 5 part activity series: A Hero Among Heroes, The Hero Inside, My Talents, Interests, and Strengths, Super ME Part 1, and Super ME Part 2

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Superhero Capes (Team Building) Games

Belonging and Community, Leadership and Teamwork

Superhero Capes (Team Building) Games

!Mpact Players

3 - 12

25 Minutes

Be a superhero, throw on a cape, and take a sentimental moment to recognize your peers!

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Superhero Comics

Stories and Perspectives, Arts in Action

Superhero Comics

OregonASK

K - 5

45 Minutes

Students read superheros books and create their own superhero comic book story.

This activity is part 5 of a 5 activity series: Creating a Superhero, Creating Superhero Suits, Superhero Lair Part 1, Superhero Lair Part 2, and Superhero Comics.

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Superhero Lair Part 1

Stories and Perspectives, Arts in Action

Superhero Lair Part 1

OregonASK

K - 5

45 Minutes

Students read books about superheroes and make superhero lair.

This activity is a part 3 of a 5 activity series: Creating a Superhero, Creating Superhero Suits, Superhero Lair Part 1, Superhero Lair Part 2, and Superhero Comics.

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Superhero Lair Part 2

Stories and Perspectives, Arts in Action

Superhero Lair Part 2

OregonASK

K - 5

45 Minutes

Students continue to read books about superheroes, finish their superhero lairs, and start to work on comic strips.

This activity is part 4 of a 5 activity series: Creating a Superhero, Creating Superhero Suits, Superhero Lair Part 1, Superhero Lair Part 2, and Superhero Comics.

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Surprise Talent Show (Grades 6-8)

Arts in Action, Belonging and Community

Surprise Talent Show (Grades 6-8)

Mizzen Education, Inc.

6 - 8

45 Minutes

Today has a surprise talent show. Students get to display their skills and talents in an impromptu performance.

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Surprise Talent Show (Grades 9-12)

Arts in Action, Belonging and Community

Surprise Talent Show (Grades 9-12)

Mizzen Education, Inc.

9 - 12

45 Minutes

Today is a surprise talent show. Students get to display their skills and talents in an impromptu performance.

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Sushi, Chopstick Relay (Team Building) Game

Belonging and Community, Leadership and Teamwork

Sushi, Chopstick Relay (Team Building) Game

!Mpact Players

6 - 12

15 Minutes

Using only chopsticks, transfer candy from station to station until your team reaches the finish line!

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Sustainable Fishing

The Natural World, STEM Lab: Build, Tinker, Explore

Sustainable Fishing

California Academy of Sciences

3 - 12

1 Hour

By using a model for how fishing affects marine life populations, students construct explanations for one of the reasons why fish populations are declining. They will then work to design solutions for ways of making fisheries more sustainable for the animals and the people who depend on them.

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Systems Where You Live

We The People, Belonging and Community

Systems Where You Live

Mizzen Education, Inc.

6 - 8

45 Minutes

Every community functions because of the personal and professional relationships among its members and the systems that these people have built and continue to maintain. In this activity, students explore the community in which they live and identify the many physical systems that serve it.

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TV Ads: The Power of Pop Culture

Digital Voices, Stories and Perspectives

TV Ads: The Power of Pop Culture

Mizzen Education, Inc.

9 - 12

45 Minutes

Students view examples of television advertisements that use pop culture references. They then compare the ads to the actual movies and pop culture ideas.

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Taboo!

Stories and Perspectives, Digital Voices

Taboo!

Mizzen Education, Inc.

9 - 12

45 Minutes

Team competitions are popular among students of all ages. Taboo is a word-guessing game that can be played in teams of 3 people or more. In this activity, students begin by preparing game cards for one another. Then they play several rounds of the game. The goal is to avoid using the taboo words to describe a given word.

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Take a Vote! Choose a Group Mascot

We The People, Belonging and Community

Take a Vote! Choose a Group Mascot

Mizzen Education, Inc.

K - 2

45 Minutes

Students explore the purpose and process of voting. They begin by defining key terms such as vote and election. They develop the concept of voting by listening to a children’s picture book. Then, they use what they have learned to make a campaign poster for an animal to become the group mascot. If time allows, the group holds a secret ballot election for the mascot.

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Talk Show Time

Stories and Perspectives, Belonging and Community

Talk Show Time

Mizzen Education, Inc.

6 - 8

45 Minutes

In this activity, students stage their own talk shows and take turns being the talk show host and guest in front of their peers.

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Talk Show—High School Style

Stories and Perspectives, Belonging and Community

Talk Show—High School Style

Mizzen Education, Inc.

9 - 12

45 Minutes

In this activity, students stage their own talk shows. Each group presents their talk show, with 1 student acting as host to 3 guests.

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Target Quest (Grades 6-8)

STEM Lab: Build, Tinker, Explore, Stories and Perspectives

Target Quest (Grades 6-8)

Mizzen Education, Inc.

6 - 8

45 Minutes

Students work in small groups to measure and construct 2-dimensional figures to match a target shape.

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My Talents, Interests, and Strengths

Belonging and Community, Stories and Perspectives

My Talents, Interests, and Strengths

OregonASK

K - 5

1 Hour

Students read books that help them identify their strengths and interests.

This activity is part 3 of a 5 part activity series: A Hero Among Heroes, The Hero Inside, My Talents, Interests, and Strengths, Super ME Part 1, and Super ME Part 2

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Target Quest (Grades 9-12)

STEM Lab: Build, Tinker, Explore, The Natural World

Target Quest (Grades 9-12)

Mizzen Education, Inc.

9 - 12

45 Minutes

In this jigsaw activity, students assemble and follow instructions to meet a specific goal, or target. Following the instructions and meeting the target rely on measurement, computational skills, and cooperation.

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Team Work and Planning (Student Reporting Labs)

Digital Voices, Stories and Perspectives

Team Work and Planning (Student Reporting Labs)

PBS

6 - 12

45 Minutes

Working in groups can be challenging for even the best students and so helping kids learn how to work well together can be an invaluable activity not only in journalism but in life.

This is activity 16 of 16 in the PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs Module. Visit the Module to learn more before getting started.

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Teens Curate Teens: Artist Resource Meeting

Arts in Action, Stories and Perspectives

Teens Curate Teens: Artist Resource Meeting

ArtsConnection

9 - 12

1 Hour 30 Minutes

This is a gathering of all of the artists and curators working together to create the teen art exhibition. They have small group discussions to learn more about one another's roles. Artists get to see the exhibition space or photos/video of the space. Curators present a slide show of the artists' work for everyone to see. Curators give an overview of the theme and why it was chosen, and share important dates to remember, information about artwork delivery, the opening, and the exhibition.

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Teens Curate Teens: Creating the Open Call for Art

Arts in Action, Stories and Perspectives

Teens Curate Teens: Creating the Open Call for Art

ArtsConnection

9 - 12

1 Hour 30 Minutes

Students work collaboratively to create a “Call for Art” for a upcoming art exhibition for teen artists that will alert artists to the opportunity and inspire them to engage. A flyer or poster is a great way to get the word out and can include visuals and text that will help artists understand the requirements and guidelines for possible inclusion in the exhibition. After deciding what criteria the curators will be using to judge the artworks for inclusion in the exhibition, they'll communicate those to the artists.

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Teens Curate Teens: Designing the Exhibition

Arts in Action, Stories and Perspectives

Teens Curate Teens: Designing the Exhibition

ArtsConnection

9 - 12

2 Hours

How does a curator design an exhibition? How do we communicate our theme through the layout or arrangement of the exhibition?

Participants learn to work as a team to design the exhibit space and place each of the selected artworks in the space for the teen art exhibition.

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Teens Curate Teens: Developing a Theme

Arts in Action, Stories and Perspectives

Teens Curate Teens: Developing a Theme

ArtsConnection

9 - 12

1 Hour 30 Minutes

The goal of Teens Curate Teens is to collaboratively assemble an exhibition of artwork created by teens exploring a compelling theme. To start, teens will brainstorm topics or issues important to them. After selecting a theme, students will research multiple viewpoints on the theme. Finally they'll work independently or collaboratively to write an introductory text for their exhibition.

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Teens Curate Teens: Opening the Exhibition

Arts in Action, Stories and Perspectives

Teens Curate Teens: Opening the Exhibition

ArtsConnection

9 - 12

1 Hour 30 Minutes

It's the exhibition opening! Teen curators work as a collective team to design, plan, install, and host an art event featuring artwork by teens open to the public. Students prepare for the opening and dates of the exhibition.

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Teens Curate Teens: Selecting the Artwork

Arts in Action, Stories and Perspectives

Teens Curate Teens: Selecting the Artwork

ArtsConnection

9 - 12

1 Hour 30 Minutes

In this next step of curating a teen art exhibition, students learn to work collaboratively to select artwork for the exhibition, notify the applicants, and discuss details about artwork with selected artists.

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Telephone

Stories and Perspectives, Belonging and Community

Telephone

Mizzen Education, Inc.

K - 2

45 Minutes

The old-fashioned telephone game is a fun way for children to improve their listening skills. In this activity, children will play telephone and then add a few fun variations.

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Television Ad Review (Grades 3-5)

Digital Voices, Stories and Perspectives

Television Ad Review (Grades 3-5)

Mizzen Education, Inc.

3 - 5

Students examine videos to distinguish between those that want to sell something from those that want to entertain or inform.

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Television Ad Review (Grades 6-8)

Digital Voices, Stories and Perspectives

Television Ad Review (Grades 6-8)

Mizzen Education, Inc.

6 - 8

45 Minutes

Students examine YouTube videos to identify and distinguish different forms of advertising.

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Television Ads

Digital Voices, Stories and Perspectives

Television Ads

Mizzen Education, Inc.

K - 2

45 Minutes

Children watch food ads aimed at kids and work together to understand how kids are targeted and the purpose of each ad. This activity builds media literacy and critical thinking skills.

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Telling Fact From Opinion

Digital Voices, Stories and Perspectives

Telling Fact From Opinion

Mizzen Education, Inc.

3 - 5

45 Minutes

Telling apart fact from opinion is a vital skill in all kinds of reading, as well as in media literacy. In this activity, students practice identifying facts and opinions in an online article. They learn the clues and hints that show how a statement might appear to be factual but is actually the opinion of its author.

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The 8 Limbs of Yoga Philosophy

Whole Body, Whole Self, Belonging and Community

The 8 Limbs of Yoga Philosophy

Mizzen Education, Inc.

9 - 12

45 Minutes

Students explore the 8 limbs of yoga philosophy. They discuss how these ethical and personal practices can help guide them in their daily lives.

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The American Revolutionary War

We The People, Stories and Perspectives

The American Revolutionary War

Mizzen Education, Inc.

3 - 5

45 Minutes

Students learn about the American Revolution through various books on the subject, then work in small groups to create their own books.

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The Art of the Campaign Poster

We The People, Arts in Action

The Art of the Campaign Poster

Mizzen Education, Inc.

6 - 8

45 Minutes

In the weeks and months before an election, candidates are promoted on billboards, posters, yard signs, and advertisements in all media. What qualities make these promotions effective? In this activity, students will explore this question as they design and make signs or posters for a political campaign.

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The Art of the Campaign Yard Sign

We The People, Arts in Action

The Art of the Campaign Yard Sign

Mizzen Education, Inc.

9 - 12

45 Minutes

When an election is approaching, the signs of the campaigns (figuratively and literally) can take over the public life of a community. Candidates are promoted on billboards, posters, yard signs, and advertisements in all media. What qualities make these promotions effective? In this activity, students will compare and analyze the strategies that campaigns use to communicate their messages to the public—and to elect their candidate.

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The Bees Knees

Arts in Action, Leadership and Teamwork

The Bees Knees

Jazz at Lincoln Center

3 - 8

1 Hour

Students learn four basic Charleston steps through an instructional video. Then as a group, students add their own twist on this classic dance.

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The Big Easy: Day 1 Lesson

Arts in Action, Stories and Perspectives

The Big Easy: Day 1 Lesson

Jazz at Lincoln Center

3 - 8

1 Hour

Welcome to Lesson 1 of Jazz at Lincoln Center's module, "The Big Easy"! Dive into the captivating world of art and music as students explore how artists and musicians bring stories to life. Discover the magic of beat, tempo, and lines as students create their first masterpiece, setting the stage for an inspiring journey ahead.

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The Big Easy: Day 10 Lesson

Arts in Action, Digital Voices

The Big Easy: Day 10 Lesson

Jazz at Lincoln Center

K - 12

1 Hour

Welcome to Lesson 10 of Jazz at Lincoln Center's module, "The Big Easy"! Unleash creativity with rhythmic composition as students craft their rhythmic patterns with accents. The lesson culminates with students playing to everyday jazz rhythms.

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The Big Easy: Day 11 Lesson

Arts in Action, Stories and Perspectives

The Big Easy: Day 11 Lesson

Jazz at Lincoln Center

3 - 8

1 Hour

Welcome to Lesson 11 of Jazz at Lincoln Center's module, "The Big Easy"! Immerse students in the rich history of the Mardi Gras Indians as they discover the unique history of such a storied American group of people. Students apply their learning by replicating the practice of the Mardi Gras Indians, designing clothing to honor a mentor or supporter.

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The Big Easy: Day 12 Lesson

Arts in Action, Stories and Perspectives

The Big Easy: Day 12 Lesson

Jazz at Lincoln Center

3 - 8

1 Hour

Welcome to Lesson 12 of Jazz at Lincoln Center's module, "The Big Easy!" Students bring their designs to life by transforming fabric squares into vibrant tributes with beads and sewing. Students experience the joy of celebrating community and connection through artistic fabric.

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The Big Easy: Day 13 Lesson

Arts in Action, Stories and Perspectives

The Big Easy: Day 13 Lesson

Jazz at Lincoln Center

3 - 8

1 Hour

Welcome to Lesson 13 of Jazz at Lincoln Center's module, "The Big Easy"! Students choreograph expressive dances inspired by fictional neighborhood, infusing movement with narrative and emotion.

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The Big Easy: Day 17 Lesson

Arts in Action, Stories and Perspectives

The Big Easy: Day 17 Lesson

Jazz at Lincoln Center

3 - 8

1 Hour

Welcome to Lesson 17 of Jazz at Lincoln Center's module, "The Big Easy"! It's party time! Experience the culmination of creativity as student groups host symbolic parties, providing an opportunity for exploration and discovery amidst vibrant celebrations.

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The Big Easy: Day 2 Lesson

Arts in Action, Stories and Perspectives

The Big Easy: Day 2 Lesson

Jazz at Lincoln Center

3 - 8

1 Hour

Welcome to Lesson 2 of Jazz at Lincoln Center's module, "The Big Easy"! Delve deeper into the world of artistic expression as students uncover the tools artists use to convey stories, emotions, and experiences. Discover the power of color, movement, and sound in evoking emotions.

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The Big Easy: Day 3 Lesson

Arts in Action, Stories and Perspectives

The Big Easy: Day 3 Lesson

Jazz at Lincoln Center

3 - 8

1 Hour

Welcome to Lesson 3 of Jazz at Lincoln Center's module, "The Big Easy"! Dive into symbolism! Students decode and describe symbols in art, with the lesson culminating in students creating original symbols to represent concepts or objects.

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The Big Easy: Day 4 Lesson

Arts in Action, Stories and Perspectives

The Big Easy: Day 4 Lesson

Jazz at Lincoln Center

3 - 8

1 Hour

Welcome to Lesson 4 of Jazz at Lincoln Center's module, "The Big Easy"! Explore the art of deduction as students utilize background knowledge and research to decipher symbolism in artwork, uncovering the inspiration behind illustrations.

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The Big Easy: Day 5 Lesson

Arts in Action, Stories and Perspectives

The Big Easy: Day 5 Lesson

Jazz at Lincoln Center

3 - 8

1 Hour

Welcome to Lesson 5 of Jazz at Lincoln Center's module, "The Big Easy"! Embark into the world of dance by discovering the key to a choreographer's success. Students learn dance notations to create and recall choreography, unlocking the language of movement.

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The Big Easy: Day 6 Lesson

Arts in Action, Stories and Perspectives

The Big Easy: Day 6 Lesson

Jazz at Lincoln Center

3 - 8

1 Hour

Welcome to Lesson 6 of Jazz at Lincoln Center's module, "The Big Easy"! Harness creativity as students utilize dance notation to choreograph expressive dances imbued with symbolic meanings.

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The Big Easy: Day 8 Lesson

Arts in Action, Digital Voices

The Big Easy: Day 8 Lesson

Jazz at Lincoln Center

3 - 8

1 Hour

Welcome to Lesson 8 of Jazz at Lincoln Center's module, "The Big Easy"! Delve into the fundamentals of drumming as students learn pitch and volume control, constructing their own drums before joining a vibrant drum circle.

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The Big Easy: Day 9 Lesson

Arts in Action, Digital Voices

The Big Easy: Day 9 Lesson

Jazz at Lincoln Center

3 - 8

1 Hour

Welcome to Lesson 9 of Jazz at Lincoln Center's module, "The Big Easy"! Syncopate and synchronize in tempo as students elevate their drumming skills using an online metronome to maintain a steady beat.

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The Big Easy: Days 14-16 Lesson

Arts in Action, Stories and Perspectives

The Big Easy: Days 14-16 Lesson

Jazz at Lincoln Center

3 - 8

1 Hour

Welcome to Lesson 14-16 of Jazz at Lincoln Center's module, "The Big Easy"! Ignite imagination as students plan symbolic parties, designing dances and decorations that reflect stories, ideas, and emotions. Foster creativity and collaboration among students, all while having fun!

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The Bill of Rights: What Is Freedom of Religion?

We The People, Stories and Perspectives

The Bill of Rights: What Is Freedom of Religion?

Mizzen Education, Inc.

9 - 12

45 Minutes

Students may have heard of the First Amendment. They also may know that 1 part of this amendment focuses on freedom of speech or the right to assemble. But they might not know that the amendment also protects freedom of religion. In this activity, students will learn about different religions and why freedom to practice one’s religion in the United States is an important right. Students will develop some key skills, such as decision-making, collaboration, and advocacy.

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The Bill of Rights: What Is Freedom to Assemble?

We The People, Belonging and Community

The Bill of Rights: What Is Freedom to Assemble?

Mizzen Education, Inc.

6 - 8

45 Minutes

Students explore significant examples of ways people have exercised their right to assemble, and they model assembling for a purpose of their own choosing. Students will practice key skills including decision-making, collaboration, and advocacy.

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The Blues: Lyrics & Chords

Arts in Action, Stories and Perspectives

The Blues: Lyrics & Chords

Jazz at Lincoln Center

3 - 8

2 Hours

Students create lyrics and a blues-inspired comic strip by expressing the sounds and associated feelings of major, minor, and blues chords. Students learn that the blues not only have a characteristic lyrical style, but also use specific musical structures to convey meaning; the blended major and minor chord progressions used by blues musicians are recognizable to audiences and can be duplicated by other musicians.

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The Buzz on Bees

The Natural World, STEM Lab: Build, Tinker, Explore

The Buzz on Bees

The Nature Conservancy

6 - 8

1 Hour

Youth uncover the fascinating world of bees and the crucial role they play in our ecosystem.

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The Cable Network Challenge

Future Ready: Learning and Earning, Leadership and Teamwork

The Cable Network Challenge

Mizzen Education, Inc.

9 - 12

45 Minutes

Students explore the concept of intellectual property rights by simulating a competition among cable channels and discussing the importance of IP for businesses.

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The Civil War

We The People, Stories and Perspectives

The Civil War

Mizzen Education, Inc.

3 - 5

45 Minutes

Students work together to learn about battles, personalities, or stories from the American Civil War and present what they learn. This activity builds research and cooperative learning skills as well as speaking and listening skills.

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The Constitutional Convention

We The People, Stories and Perspectives

The Constitutional Convention

Mizzen Education, Inc.

6 - 8

45 Minutes

Students act out debates that took place during the Constitutional Convention in 1787 to gain a better understanding of the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation. Students learn U.S. history while developing key critical-thinking and analysis skills, as well as collaboration and debate skills.

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The Cube Game

STEM Lab: Build, Tinker, Explore, The Natural World

The Cube Game

Mizzen Education, Inc.

9 - 12

45 Minutes

Students arrange 27 small cubes into pieces that may—or may not—form a large cube. They practice logical reasoning and spatial reasoning skills as they solve this simple but intriguing puzzle.

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The EU: A Brief History (and more!) of The European Union

We The People, Stories and Perspectives

The EU: A Brief History (and more!) of The European Union

Mizzen Education, Inc.

9 - 12

45 Minutes

Students work in pairs to learn about the European Union and create and share a 1-minute presentation about it.

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The Ecosystem Where I Live

The Natural World, STEM Lab: Build, Tinker, Explore

The Ecosystem Where I Live

National Wildlife Federation

3 - 8

50 Minutes

An ecosystem is where plants and animals live with and interact with nonliving elements, both natural and human-made. Ecosystems host biotic or living organisms, as well as abiotic or nonliving parts. Biotic organisms include plants and wildlife, while abiotic components of an ecosystem include rocks, temperature, and soil. Ecosystems can be very big or very small; for example, a river is a huge ecosystem, and under a rock is a tiny ecosystem.

Every aspect of an ecosystem depends upon another, either directly or indirectly. To illustrate this, imagine the amount of rainfall in a given location is a variable (other variables include temperature, sunlight, and elevation) to predict the types of plants that will grow there. All of these factors will then support wildlife who depend on these plant species and weather conditions for survival.

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Stop Bullying Stoplight

Belonging and Community, Stories and Perspectives

Stop Bullying Stoplight

Mizzen Education, Inc.

K - 5

45 Minutes

In this activity, students discuss bullying, how to recognize and respond to it, and how to prevent it. Then, they create a bullying spotlight providing guidelines to help end bullying.

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Stop the Madness!

Digital Voices, Belonging and Community

Stop the Madness!

kid-grit

3 - 12

45 Minutes

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Stop the Show (Grades 6-8)

Arts in Action, Belonging and Community

Stop the Show (Grades 6-8)

Mizzen Education, Inc.

6 - 8

45 Minutes

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Stop the Show (Grades 9-12)

Arts in Action, Stories and Perspectives

Stop the Show (Grades 9-12)

Mizzen Education, Inc.

9 - 12

45 Minutes

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Stories from Other Cultures

Stories and Perspectives, We The People

Stories from Other Cultures

Mizzen Education, Inc.

9 - 12

45 Minutes

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Stories from Photos (Grades 6-8)

Stories and Perspectives, Arts in Action

Stories from Photos (Grades 6-8)

Mizzen Education, Inc.

6 - 8

45 Minutes

Students use photos as prompts to create characters and write a story (or the beginning of a story). This engaging activity promotes creativity and teaches writing skills.

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Stories from Photos (Grades 9-12)

Stories and Perspectives, Arts in Action

Stories from Photos (Grades 9-12)

Mizzen Education, Inc.

9 - 12

45 Minutes

Students use photos as prompts to create characters and write a story (or the beginning of a story). This engaging activity promotes creativity and teaches writing skills.

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Stories of Resistance: Queen Njinga, Elizabeth Freeman, and Today

We The People, Belonging and Community

Stories of Resistance: Queen Njinga, Elizabeth Freeman, and Today

Pulitzer Center

K - 8

1 Hour

An optional extension activity guides students in completing a research project on Black leaders resisting injustice throughout history.

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Story Wheel

Stories and Perspectives, Arts in Action

Story Wheel

Mizzen Education, Inc.

K - 2

45 Minutes

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Story, Story, and More Story

Stories and Perspectives, Arts in Action

Story, Story, and More Story

Mizzen Education, Inc.

9 - 12

45 Minutes

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Storybook Yoga

Stories and Perspectives, Belonging and Community

Storybook Yoga

PowerUp Fitness

K - 5

15 Minutes

PowerUp with Storytime Yoga - flow through characters and scenes to stretch literacy skills with this yoga activity.

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Storytelling Shipwreck

Stories and Perspectives, Belonging and Community

Storytelling Shipwreck

PowerUp Fitness

K - 5

15 Minutes

PowerUp Storytelling Skills - strengthen literacy skills with this creative fitness game connection

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Straw Bridge Design Challenge

STEM Lab: Build, Tinker, Explore, The Natural World

Straw Bridge Design Challenge

OregonASK

6 - 8

1 Hour

Students work in teams as engineers to create their own straw bridges! By using only plastic straws and tape, students work together to see how many marbles their bridge can hold.

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Straw Rockets

STEM Lab: Build, Tinker, Explore, The Natural World

Straw Rockets

OregonASK

6 - 8

30 Minutes

Students build and test a simple propulsion rocket built out of straw.

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Strut Like an Animal

Arts in Action, Stories and Perspectives

Strut Like an Animal

Jazz at Lincoln Center

3 - 8

2 Hours

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Super ME! Part 1

Stories and Perspectives, Arts in Action

Super ME! Part 1

OregonASK

K - 5

1 Hour

Students use their drawings from My Talents, Interest, and Strengths to start their Super ME pop-up book.

This activity is part 4 of a 5 part activity series: A Hero Among Heroes, The Hero Inside, My Talents, Interests, and Strengths, Super ME Part 1, and Super ME Part 2.

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Super ME! Part 2

Arts in Action, Belonging and Community

Super ME! Part 2

OregonASK

K - 5

1 Hour

Students continue to work on and complete their Super ME! pop-up books and share their hard work with each other.

This activity is part 5 of a 5 part activity series: A Hero Among Heroes, The Hero Inside, My Talents, Interests, and Strengths, Super ME Part 1, and Super ME Part 2

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Superhero Capes (Team Building) Games

Belonging and Community, Leadership and Teamwork

Superhero Capes (Team Building) Games

!Mpact Players

3 - 12

25 Minutes

Be a superhero, throw on a cape, and take a sentimental moment to recognize your peers!

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Superhero Comics

Stories and Perspectives, Arts in Action

Superhero Comics

OregonASK

K - 5

45 Minutes

Students read superheros books and create their own superhero comic book story.

This activity is part 5 of a 5 activity series: Creating a Superhero, Creating Superhero Suits, Superhero Lair Part 1, Superhero Lair Part 2, and Superhero Comics.

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Superhero Lair Part 1

Stories and Perspectives, Arts in Action

Superhero Lair Part 1

OregonASK

K - 5

45 Minutes

Students read books about superheroes and make superhero lair.

This activity is a part 3 of a 5 activity series: Creating a Superhero, Creating Superhero Suits, Superhero Lair Part 1, Superhero Lair Part 2, and Superhero Comics.

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Superhero Lair Part 2

Stories and Perspectives, Arts in Action

Superhero Lair Part 2

OregonASK

K - 5

45 Minutes

Students continue to read books about superheroes, finish their superhero lairs, and start to work on comic strips.

This activity is part 4 of a 5 activity series: Creating a Superhero, Creating Superhero Suits, Superhero Lair Part 1, Superhero Lair Part 2, and Superhero Comics.

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Surprise Talent Show (Grades 6-8)

Arts in Action, Belonging and Community

Surprise Talent Show (Grades 6-8)

Mizzen Education, Inc.

6 - 8

45 Minutes

Today has a surprise talent show. Students get to display their skills and talents in an impromptu performance.

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Surprise Talent Show (Grades 9-12)

Arts in Action, Belonging and Community

Surprise Talent Show (Grades 9-12)

Mizzen Education, Inc.

9 - 12

45 Minutes

Today is a surprise talent show. Students get to display their skills and talents in an impromptu performance.

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Sushi, Chopstick Relay (Team Building) Game

Belonging and Community, Leadership and Teamwork

Sushi, Chopstick Relay (Team Building) Game

!Mpact Players

6 - 12

15 Minutes

Using only chopsticks, transfer candy from station to station until your team reaches the finish line!

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Sustainable Fishing

The Natural World, STEM Lab: Build, Tinker, Explore

Sustainable Fishing

California Academy of Sciences

3 - 12

1 Hour

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Systems Where You Live

We The People, Belonging and Community

Systems Where You Live

Mizzen Education, Inc.

6 - 8

45 Minutes

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TV Ads: The Power of Pop Culture

Digital Voices, Stories and Perspectives

TV Ads: The Power of Pop Culture

Mizzen Education, Inc.

9 - 12

45 Minutes

Students view examples of television advertisements that use pop culture references. They then compare the ads to the actual movies and pop culture ideas.

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Taboo!

Stories and Perspectives, Digital Voices

Taboo!

Mizzen Education, Inc.

9 - 12

45 Minutes

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Take a Vote! Choose a Group Mascot

We The People, Belonging and Community

Take a Vote! Choose a Group Mascot

Mizzen Education, Inc.

K - 2

45 Minutes

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Talk Show Time

Stories and Perspectives, Belonging and Community

Talk Show Time

Mizzen Education, Inc.

6 - 8

45 Minutes

In this activity, students stage their own talk shows and take turns being the talk show host and guest in front of their peers.

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Talk Show—High School Style

Stories and Perspectives, Belonging and Community

Talk Show—High School Style

Mizzen Education, Inc.

9 - 12

45 Minutes

In this activity, students stage their own talk shows. Each group presents their talk show, with 1 student acting as host to 3 guests.

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Target Quest (Grades 6-8)

STEM Lab: Build, Tinker, Explore, Stories and Perspectives

Target Quest (Grades 6-8)

Mizzen Education, Inc.

6 - 8

45 Minutes

Students work in small groups to measure and construct 2-dimensional figures to match a target shape.

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My Talents, Interests, and Strengths

Belonging and Community, Stories and Perspectives

My Talents, Interests, and Strengths

OregonASK

K - 5

1 Hour

Students read books that help them identify their strengths and interests.

This activity is part 3 of a 5 part activity series: A Hero Among Heroes, The Hero Inside, My Talents, Interests, and Strengths, Super ME Part 1, and Super ME Part 2

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Target Quest (Grades 9-12)

STEM Lab: Build, Tinker, Explore, The Natural World

Target Quest (Grades 9-12)

Mizzen Education, Inc.

9 - 12

45 Minutes

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Team Work and Planning (Student Reporting Labs)

Digital Voices, Stories and Perspectives

Team Work and Planning (Student Reporting Labs)

PBS

6 - 12

45 Minutes

Working in groups can be challenging for even the best students and so helping kids learn how to work well together can be an invaluable activity not only in journalism but in life.

This is activity 16 of 16 in the PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs Module. Visit the Module to learn more before getting started.

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Teens Curate Teens: Artist Resource Meeting

Arts in Action, Stories and Perspectives

Teens Curate Teens: Artist Resource Meeting

ArtsConnection

9 - 12

1 Hour 30 Minutes

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Teens Curate Teens: Creating the Open Call for Art

Arts in Action, Stories and Perspectives

Teens Curate Teens: Creating the Open Call for Art

ArtsConnection

9 - 12

1 Hour 30 Minutes

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Teens Curate Teens: Designing the Exhibition

Arts in Action, Stories and Perspectives

Teens Curate Teens: Designing the Exhibition

ArtsConnection

9 - 12

2 Hours

How does a curator design an exhibition? How do we communicate our theme through the layout or arrangement of the exhibition?

Participants learn to work as a team to design the exhibit space and place each of the selected artworks in the space for the teen art exhibition.

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Teens Curate Teens: Developing a Theme

Arts in Action, Stories and Perspectives

Teens Curate Teens: Developing a Theme

ArtsConnection

9 - 12

1 Hour 30 Minutes

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Teens Curate Teens: Opening the Exhibition

Arts in Action, Stories and Perspectives

Teens Curate Teens: Opening the Exhibition

ArtsConnection

9 - 12

1 Hour 30 Minutes

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Teens Curate Teens: Selecting the Artwork

Arts in Action, Stories and Perspectives

Teens Curate Teens: Selecting the Artwork

ArtsConnection

9 - 12

1 Hour 30 Minutes

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Telephone

Stories and Perspectives, Belonging and Community

Telephone

Mizzen Education, Inc.

K - 2

45 Minutes

The old-fashioned telephone game is a fun way for children to improve their listening skills. In this activity, children will play telephone and then add a few fun variations.

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Television Ad Review (Grades 3-5)

Digital Voices, Stories and Perspectives

Television Ad Review (Grades 3-5)

Mizzen Education, Inc.

3 - 5

Students examine videos to distinguish between those that want to sell something from those that want to entertain or inform.

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Television Ad Review (Grades 6-8)

Digital Voices, Stories and Perspectives

Television Ad Review (Grades 6-8)

Mizzen Education, Inc.

6 - 8

45 Minutes

Students examine YouTube videos to identify and distinguish different forms of advertising.

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Television Ads

Digital Voices, Stories and Perspectives

Television Ads

Mizzen Education, Inc.

K - 2

45 Minutes

Children watch food ads aimed at kids and work together to understand how kids are targeted and the purpose of each ad. This activity builds media literacy and critical thinking skills.

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Telling Fact From Opinion

Digital Voices, Stories and Perspectives

Telling Fact From Opinion

Mizzen Education, Inc.

3 - 5

45 Minutes

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The 8 Limbs of Yoga Philosophy

Whole Body, Whole Self, Belonging and Community

The 8 Limbs of Yoga Philosophy

Mizzen Education, Inc.

9 - 12

45 Minutes

Students explore the 8 limbs of yoga philosophy. They discuss how these ethical and personal practices can help guide them in their daily lives.

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The American Revolutionary War

We The People, Stories and Perspectives

The American Revolutionary War

Mizzen Education, Inc.

3 - 5

45 Minutes

Students learn about the American Revolution through various books on the subject, then work in small groups to create their own books.

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The Art of the Campaign Poster

We The People, Arts in Action

The Art of the Campaign Poster

Mizzen Education, Inc.

6 - 8

45 Minutes

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The Art of the Campaign Yard Sign

We The People, Arts in Action

The Art of the Campaign Yard Sign

Mizzen Education, Inc.

9 - 12

45 Minutes

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The Bees Knees

Arts in Action, Leadership and Teamwork

The Bees Knees

Jazz at Lincoln Center

3 - 8

1 Hour

Students learn four basic Charleston steps through an instructional video. Then as a group, students add their own twist on this classic dance.

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The Big Easy: Day 1 Lesson

Arts in Action, Stories and Perspectives

The Big Easy: Day 1 Lesson

Jazz at Lincoln Center

3 - 8

1 Hour

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The Big Easy: Day 10 Lesson

Arts in Action, Digital Voices

The Big Easy: Day 10 Lesson

Jazz at Lincoln Center

K - 12

1 Hour

Discover Activity

The Big Easy: Day 11 Lesson

Arts in Action, Stories and Perspectives

The Big Easy: Day 11 Lesson

Jazz at Lincoln Center

3 - 8

1 Hour

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The Big Easy: Day 12 Lesson

Arts in Action, Stories and Perspectives

The Big Easy: Day 12 Lesson

Jazz at Lincoln Center

3 - 8

1 Hour

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The Big Easy: Day 13 Lesson

Arts in Action, Stories and Perspectives

The Big Easy: Day 13 Lesson

Jazz at Lincoln Center

3 - 8

1 Hour

Welcome to Lesson 13 of Jazz at Lincoln Center's module, "The Big Easy"! Students choreograph expressive dances inspired by fictional neighborhood, infusing movement with narrative and emotion.

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The Big Easy: Day 17 Lesson

Arts in Action, Stories and Perspectives

The Big Easy: Day 17 Lesson

Jazz at Lincoln Center

3 - 8

1 Hour

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The Big Easy: Day 2 Lesson

Arts in Action, Stories and Perspectives

The Big Easy: Day 2 Lesson

Jazz at Lincoln Center

3 - 8

1 Hour

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The Big Easy: Day 3 Lesson

Arts in Action, Stories and Perspectives

The Big Easy: Day 3 Lesson

Jazz at Lincoln Center

3 - 8

1 Hour

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The Big Easy: Day 4 Lesson

Arts in Action, Stories and Perspectives

The Big Easy: Day 4 Lesson

Jazz at Lincoln Center

3 - 8

1 Hour

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The Big Easy: Day 5 Lesson

Arts in Action, Stories and Perspectives

The Big Easy: Day 5 Lesson

Jazz at Lincoln Center

3 - 8

1 Hour

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The Big Easy: Day 6 Lesson

Arts in Action, Stories and Perspectives

The Big Easy: Day 6 Lesson

Jazz at Lincoln Center

3 - 8

1 Hour

Welcome to Lesson 6 of Jazz at Lincoln Center's module, "The Big Easy"! Harness creativity as students utilize dance notation to choreograph expressive dances imbued with symbolic meanings.

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The Big Easy: Day 8 Lesson

Arts in Action, Digital Voices

The Big Easy: Day 8 Lesson

Jazz at Lincoln Center

3 - 8

1 Hour

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The Big Easy: Day 9 Lesson

Arts in Action, Digital Voices

The Big Easy: Day 9 Lesson

Jazz at Lincoln Center

3 - 8

1 Hour

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The Big Easy: Days 14-16 Lesson

Arts in Action, Stories and Perspectives

The Big Easy: Days 14-16 Lesson

Jazz at Lincoln Center

3 - 8

1 Hour

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The Bill of Rights: What Is Freedom of Religion?

We The People, Stories and Perspectives

The Bill of Rights: What Is Freedom of Religion?

Mizzen Education, Inc.

9 - 12

45 Minutes

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The Bill of Rights: What Is Freedom to Assemble?

We The People, Belonging and Community

The Bill of Rights: What Is Freedom to Assemble?

Mizzen Education, Inc.

6 - 8

45 Minutes

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The Blues: Lyrics & Chords

Arts in Action, Stories and Perspectives

The Blues: Lyrics & Chords

Jazz at Lincoln Center

3 - 8

2 Hours

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The Buzz on Bees

The Natural World, STEM Lab: Build, Tinker, Explore

The Buzz on Bees

The Nature Conservancy

6 - 8

1 Hour

Youth uncover the fascinating world of bees and the crucial role they play in our ecosystem.

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The Cable Network Challenge

Future Ready: Learning and Earning, Leadership and Teamwork

The Cable Network Challenge

Mizzen Education, Inc.

9 - 12

45 Minutes

Students explore the concept of intellectual property rights by simulating a competition among cable channels and discussing the importance of IP for businesses.

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The Civil War

We The People, Stories and Perspectives

The Civil War

Mizzen Education, Inc.

3 - 5

45 Minutes

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The Constitutional Convention

We The People, Stories and Perspectives

The Constitutional Convention

Mizzen Education, Inc.

6 - 8

45 Minutes

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The Cube Game

STEM Lab: Build, Tinker, Explore, The Natural World

The Cube Game

Mizzen Education, Inc.

9 - 12

45 Minutes

Students arrange 27 small cubes into pieces that may—or may not—form a large cube. They practice logical reasoning and spatial reasoning skills as they solve this simple but intriguing puzzle.

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The EU: A Brief History (and more!) of The European Union

We The People, Stories and Perspectives

The EU: A Brief History (and more!) of The European Union

Mizzen Education, Inc.

9 - 12

45 Minutes

Students work in pairs to learn about the European Union and create and share a 1-minute presentation about it.

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The Ecosystem Where I Live

The Natural World, STEM Lab: Build, Tinker, Explore

The Ecosystem Where I Live