9th Grade

Use a teaching guide that includes character analysis, an overview of the novel, and study questions.

The Fountainhead

Subjects:

Twentieth Century

American History/U.S. History

Social Studies and History

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ACTIVITIES

Be a Peacemaker

Explain what it means to be a peacemaker. For use with The Gorp's Gift, a story about gun safety and accident…

Subjects:

The Gorp's Gift: Gun Safety Resources for Teachers

Books

Literature

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Techniques on how to enhance memory, as well as a list of specific memory aids.

Enhancing Memory

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Discussion Guide for War Is...

Thought-provoking discussion questions for War Is... will help you begin or extend a classroom conversation about the…

Subjects:

Literature

World War I (1914-1918)

World War II (1939-1945)

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Managing the Classroom: Teaching Students with ADD

Strategies and suggestions on managing a classroom with ADD/ADHD students.

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Understanding Symbols: Empowering or Offensive

The use of symbols, like the Confederate Flag, can either empower an individual or offend them. In this lesson students…

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

Culture and Diversity

Peace

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A Guide to Teaching Terry Trueman's Cruise Control, Inside Out, and Stuck in Neutral

Compare the works of Terry Trueman with this teacher's guide to Cruise Control, Inside Out, and Stuck in Neutral. This…

Subjects:

Reading and Literature

Novels

Language Arts and Writing

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Encourage critical thinking with discussion points for before, during, and after reading Strays, a novel by Ron Koertge.…

Strays Discussion Guide

Subjects:

Novels

Reading Comprehension

Fiction

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After the Wreck, I Picked Myself Up, Spread My Wings, and Flew Away Reading Guide

Explore the characters, events, and themes in Joyce Carol Oates's After the Wreck, I Picked Myself Up, Spread My Wings,…

Subjects:

Reading and Literature

Fiction

Novels

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Beyond Magenta: Transgender Teens Speak Out Discussion Guide

Beyond Magenta, a groundbreaking work of LGBT literature, takes an honest look at the lives, loves, and struggles of…

Subjects:

Reading and Literature

Nonfiction Literature

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Paper Towns Discussion Guide

Examine events, characters, and relationships in Paper Towns with the aid of discussion questions, projects, and…

Subjects:

Literature

Reading and Literature

Detective and Mysteries

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VIDEOS

Avoiding Annoying Classroom Distractions: Group Contract

Fourth-grade teacher Lisa Koplik explains how to make a group contract to keep kids on track throughout the…

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Failure to Ask for Help: A Conversation With Parents

If a student fails to ask for help, a conversation with parents or guardians might be necessary. That way, a teacher can…

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Failure to Ask for Help: Using 3x5 Cards

When a student is having a hard time asking for help, allowing them to submit written questions on 3x5 cards can open up…

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The Northern Irish Conflict: A Chronology

Study the history of Northern Irish conflict through this chronology. This article documents the conflict and the slow…

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

Historic Wars and Military Action

Northern Ireland

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Behavioral and Social Interventions

Identify characteristics of students with learning disabilities and link to descriptions of successful strategies for…

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Drug Use by Americans, 12 Years and Older

A chart showing drug use by Americans, 12 years and older.

Subjects:

Substance Abuse Prevention

Nutrition

Health

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Criteria to help diagnose attention deficit and hyperactivity, as well as suggestions for ways to help children with…

Increasing Attention

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Two complete strategies for helping impulsive students control their behavior.

Controlling Impulsivity

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A composite list of typical characteristics describing a learning disabled/gifted student.

The Crossover Profile

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Article describing the origins of the Labor Day Holiday in the United States.

The Story of Labor Day

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

Social Movements

Labor

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Dwight D. Eisenhower's Little Rock Response

The text of Eisenhower's speech concerning desegregation in Little Rock, Arkansas.

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

African-American History

Historic Speeches and Addresses

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When I Crossed No-Bob Reader's Guide

The questions in this printable reader's guide will help you and your class explore social issues in American history…

Subjects:

Literature

Historical Fiction

American History/U.S. History

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Student Accountability Contracts for Upper Grades