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Cells and DNA Lesson Plan
Oct 20, 2021 Edible DNA Model This is part 1 of a 7 part hands-on unit study on anatomy of the human body. Create edible models of human cells and DNA, look at cheek cells under a microscope, and more! These lessons are geared toward 4th-5th grade level children and their siblings and were…
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My Konos Unit Study Journey
Oct 12, 2021 Want to know more about Konos Homeschool Curriculum? Are you using Konos or curious about what hands-on unit studies look like in real life? Here are my pictures & lessons that describe our adventures as we roll up our sleeves and have F-U-N while learning! I have divided my Konos co-op…
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Fun, FREE Hands-on Unit Studies
Oct 12, 2021 Looking for Fun, Free Hands-on Unit Studies? Have you been looking for fun, free hands-on unit studies? Each of the below unit studies is filled with active projects that are both educational and fun! Included are over 35 unit studies compromised of more than 260 lessons! This is over 9 years…
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CC Cycle 3 Week 20 Lesson for Abecedarian Tutors
Sep 1, 2021 Classical Conversations CC Cycle 3 Week 20 Lesson for Abecedarians – CC C3W20 This is the plan I used for a Classical Conversations Cycle 3 Week 20 abecedarian class. I have included all the subjects including new grammar, fine arts, presentations, science, and review game. I also added my weekly parent…
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CC Cycle 3 Week 21 Lesson for Abecedarian Tutors
Sep 1, 2021 Classical Conversations CC Cycle 3 Week 21 Lesson for Abecedarians – CC C3W21 This is the plan I used for a Classical Conversations Cycle 3 Week 21 abecedarian class. I have included all the subjects including new grammar, fine arts, presentations, science, and review game. I also added my weekly parent…
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Russian Revolution Lesson
Aug 24, 2021 This is part 3 in an 8 part unit study on Russia. Play the Russian Civil War version of Capture the Flag, endure a “Communist” lunch complete with trying to trade food on the black market, create Communist flags, and more while learning about the Russian Revolution. Also included are our…
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Alaska and Hawaii Lesson
Aug 19, 2021 This is part 7 of a 9 part hands-on unit study on the 50 States. Construct sugar cube igloos, host a luau complete with grass skirts and hula dancing, carve soap scrimshaw, dramatize the Iditarod, sample regional foods, and more! My lessons are geared toward 4th-5th grade level children and their…
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Inventions and Simple Machines Presentations and Field Trip Ideas
Jun 24, 2021 Presentation on Karl Benz, inventor of the first automobile For the presentations following our 6 part hands-on unit on Inventions and Simple Machines, each child presented on a famous inventor. Following presentations, they sang the “Simple Machines” song and then ate a simple machine-themed lunch together (recipes are provided). I have…
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Australia Didgeridoos, Kangaroos, & Shrimp on the Barbie
Apr 23, 2021 Eastern Grey Kangaroo with Joey Do you want to know more about Australia? Would you like to have fun while learning about the countries of the world? In an effort to make world geography more meaningful and memorable, I have provided everything you need to locate Australia on a map, cook…
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Austria Weiner Schnitzel, Mozart, and the Waltz
Apr 23, 2021 Hallstatt Do you want to know more about Austria? Are you a lover of travel, geography teacher, homeschooling or involved parent, student, or life-long learner? In an effort to make world geography more meaningful and memorable, I’ve compiled all you will need to locate Austria on a map, cook an Austrian…