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This homework grid assigns students two weekly activities from different categories including multiple intelligences, Bloom's taxonomy levels, and daily reading and spelling practice. Students choose activities such as writing about Australian explorers, explaining government services, creating math worksheets, participating in online discussions, and explaining the importance of historical events. Students are responsible for getting parental initials next to completed activities and recording daily household chores.
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