This article depicts the story of Alice Parker, an African-American woman who invented a gas furnace for central heating with an individual thermostat for each unit. She patented her invention in 1919. Kids will complete the vocabulary worksheet by matching temperature words and definitions to reveal this inventor's name.

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The articles in this printable book highlight the achievements of 16 women. The challenging puzzles will test your students' comprehension of each article.

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Test Prep Strategies, Tools, and Practice Questions

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Exit Tickets for Middle School Classrooms

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Memorial Day Crossword Puzzle Activity with Answer Key

Help your students learn about the history and meaning of Memorial Day with this crossword puzzle and research activity.

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Same Name Word Puzzle

Students use their critical thinking skills to unscramble names in foreign languages and complete this challenging works...

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Reading Guide for The Underneath

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The Modern Street-Cleaner Puzzle & Reading Passage

Florence Parpart invented the first modern street-cleaning machine.

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Reading Guide for Chains

Extend students' learning with discussion topics for Chains, a National Book Award finalist.

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An Action-Packed Crossword Puzzle

This fun crossword puzzle uses "action" words in a metaphorical way.

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