http://www.lessonplanet.com/lesson_plans/articles The Search Engine for Teachers http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/teacher_education_lesson_plans/11_March_2010/289/healthcare_reform_lesson_plans Healthcare reform is a subject that students can debate, research, and analyze. Debra Karr Thu, 11 Mar 2010 10:15:00 -0800 http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/teacher_education_lesson_plans/11_March_2010/289/healthcare_reform_lesson_plans http://www.lessonplanet.com/lesson_planning_articles/teacher_education_lesson_plans/23_February_2010/280/black_history_month_lessons_for_everyone Black History Month lesson plans provide a way to meet academic standards, and have students learn about a variety of subjects. Debra Karr Tue, 23 Feb 2010 12:14:00 -0800 http://www.lessonplanet.com/lesson_planning_articles/teacher_education_lesson_plans/23_February_2010/280/black_history_month_lessons_for_everyone http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/teacher_education_lesson_plans/16_February_2010/242/resume_writing_lesson_plans Resume writing lesson plans can help students know the information they need so they are able to get the job they want. Debra Karr Tue, 16 Feb 2010 03:00:00 -0800 http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/teacher_education_lesson_plans/16_February_2010/242/resume_writing_lesson_plans http://www.lessonplanet.com/curriculum_connections/teacher_education_lesson_plans/13_November_2009/195/diabetes_lesson_plans Students can be educated about diabetes, nutrition, and exercise through these lesson plans. Debra Karr Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.lessonplanet.com/curriculum_connections/teacher_education_lesson_plans/13_November_2009/195/diabetes_lesson_plans http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/teacher_education_lesson_plans/05_November_2009/179/lesson_plans_for_a_christmas_carol Lesson plans for "A Christmas Carol" by Charles Dickens can help students better comprehend this Christmas classic. Debra Karr Thu, 05 Nov 2009 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/teacher_education_lesson_plans/05_November_2009/179/lesson_plans_for_a_christmas_carol http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/teacher_education_lesson_plans/15_October_2009/137/learning_about_the_great_inventor_thomas_edison_lesson_plans Thomas Edison facts can inspire students to create their own inventions, and persevere despite adversity. Debra Karr Thu, 15 Oct 2009 11:15:00 -0700 http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/teacher_education_lesson_plans/15_October_2009/137/learning_about_the_great_inventor_thomas_edison_lesson_plans http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/teacher_education_lesson_plans/13_October_2009/168/cursive_writing_lessons While cursive writing lessons may seem to be outdated, they are still an important part of the class curriculum. Debra Karr Tue, 13 Oct 2009 11:15:00 -0700 http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/teacher_education_lesson_plans/13_October_2009/168/cursive_writing_lessons http://www.lessonplanet.com/curriculum_connections/teacher_education_lesson_plans/07_October_2009/153/christopher_columbus_lesson_plans Columbus Day lesson plans are great for teaching students about geography, history, and exploration. Debra Karr Wed, 07 Oct 2009 09:00:00 -0700 http://www.lessonplanet.com/curriculum_connections/teacher_education_lesson_plans/07_October_2009/153/christopher_columbus_lesson_plans http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/teacher_education_lesson_plans/30_September_2009/115/world_literature_teaching_asian_african_latin_american_authors World Literature lesson plans for high school students can lead to a greater cultural awareness and appreciation of literature. Debra Karr Wed, 30 Sep 2009 13:15:00 -0700 http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/teacher_education_lesson_plans/30_September_2009/115/world_literature_teaching_asian_african_latin_american_authors http://www.lessonplanet.com/curriculum_connections/teacher_education_lesson_plans/28_September_2009/149/national_dental_hygiene_month_lessons Learning about dental hygiene can be interesting with lessons that explore math, science, and the vocabulary of dentistry. Debra Karr Mon, 28 Sep 2009 12:00:00 -0700 http://www.lessonplanet.com/curriculum_connections/teacher_education_lesson_plans/28_September_2009/149/national_dental_hygiene_month_lessons http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/teacher_education_lesson_plans/18_September_2009/103/power_of_persuasion Teaching students about persuasion can be a fun experience that involves writing, PowerPoint presentations, and vocabulary building. Debra Karr Fri, 18 Sep 2009 09:15:00 -0700 http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/teacher_education_lesson_plans/18_September_2009/103/power_of_persuasion http://www.lessonplanet.com/curriculum_connections/teacher_education_lesson_plans/15_September_2009/127/learning_about_the_food_chain Learning about the food chain opens a Pandora's Box of opportunities to learn about endangered animals and the environment. Debra Karr Tue, 15 Sep 2009 09:55:00 -0700 http://www.lessonplanet.com/curriculum_connections/teacher_education_lesson_plans/15_September_2009/127/learning_about_the_food_chain http://www.lessonplanet.com/curriculum_connections/teacher_education_lesson_plans/04_September_2009/123/watergate_scandal_lesson_plans Through learning about the Watergate scandal students can find out how this incident changed how American's viewed the presidency. Debra Karr Fri, 04 Sep 2009 10:55:00 -0700 http://www.lessonplanet.com/curriculum_connections/teacher_education_lesson_plans/04_September_2009/123/watergate_scandal_lesson_plans http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/teacher_education_lesson_plans/28_August_2009/106/the_victorian_era_history_through_literature Students can learn about the Victorian Era through famous novels, such as "Wuthering Heights" and "Great Expectations". Debra Karr Fri, 28 Aug 2009 10:52:00 -0700 http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/teacher_education_lesson_plans/28_August_2009/106/the_victorian_era_history_through_literature http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/teacher_education_lesson_plans/24_August_2009/105/back_to_school_lessons The beginning of the school year can be a time to delve into some broader issues. Debra Karr Mon, 24 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/teacher_education_lesson_plans/24_August_2009/105/back_to_school_lessons http://www.lessonplanet.com/curriculum_connections/teacher_education_lesson_plans/13_August_2009/95/india_s_history_and_government Lessons about India's political history can lead to an exploration of the country's culture, literature, geography, and more. Debra Karr Thu, 13 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.lessonplanet.com/curriculum_connections/teacher_education_lesson_plans/13_August_2009/95/india_s_history_and_government http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/teacher_education_lesson_plans/06_August_2009/85/mark_twain_teaching_about_american_authors Mark Twain lesson plans can shed light on his famous works, like "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer". Debra Karr Thu, 06 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/teacher_education_lesson_plans/06_August_2009/85/mark_twain_teaching_about_american_authors http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/teacher_education_lesson_plans/03_August_2009/90/1984_george_orwell_lesson_plans Through "1984" lesson plans students can explore issues that involve government, privacy, and security. Debra Karr Mon, 03 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/teacher_education_lesson_plans/03_August_2009/90/1984_george_orwell_lesson_plans http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/teacher_education_lesson_plans/28_July_2009/77/lesson_plans_on_the_intersection_of_history_and_literature Finding out about "the story behind the story" can provide a greater understanding of literature and its historical and social context. Debra Karr Tue, 28 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/teacher_education_lesson_plans/28_July_2009/77/lesson_plans_on_the_intersection_of_history_and_literature http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/teacher_education_lesson_plans/28_July_2009/84/government_lesson_plans Students can learn how their government is organized through these engaging lesson plans. Debra Karr Tue, 28 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/teacher_education_lesson_plans/28_July_2009/84/government_lesson_plans http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/teacher_education_lesson_plans/28_July_2009/94/edinburgh_festival_lessons_that_teach_about_culture_and_art The Edinburgh Festival provides a way for students to explore lesson plans about opera, theater, and music. Debra Karr Tue, 28 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/teacher_education_lesson_plans/28_July_2009/94/edinburgh_festival_lessons_that_teach_about_culture_and_art http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/teacher_education_lesson_plans/23_July_2009/74/edgar_allan_poe_lessons_taking_a_look_at_the_original_goth Edgar Allan Poe lesson plans can provide a way for students to learn about literature, psychology, and the horror genre. Debra Karr Thu, 23 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/teacher_education_lesson_plans/23_July_2009/74/edgar_allan_poe_lessons_taking_a_look_at_the_original_goth http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/teacher_education_lesson_plans/20_July_2009/73/what_would_we_do_without_words_lessons_in_vocabulary_development Lessons that build vocabulary are essential for students to learn how communicate effectively, and connect to the world around them. Debra Karr Mon, 20 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/teacher_education_lesson_plans/20_July_2009/73/what_would_we_do_without_words_lessons_in_vocabulary_development http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/teacher_education_lesson_plans/13_July_2009/65/a_trip_down_memory_lane_memoir_lesson_plans By teaching memoir lesson plans, teachers can help students expand their awareness of different languages and cultures. Debra Karr Mon, 13 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/teacher_education_lesson_plans/13_July_2009/65/a_trip_down_memory_lane_memoir_lesson_plans http://www.lessonplanet.com/curriculum_connections/teacher_education_lesson_plans/13_July_2009/91/healthcare_reform_lessons Lesson plans about healthcare reform can help students get a better sense of the issues, and people involved. Debra Karr Mon, 13 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.lessonplanet.com/curriculum_connections/teacher_education_lesson_plans/13_July_2009/91/healthcare_reform_lessons http://www.lessonplanet.com/curriculum_connections/teacher_education_lesson_plans/13_July_2009/104/40th_anniversary_of_woodstock Lessons can help students understand the significance of Woodstock, the 1960's, and the history of the times. Debra Karr Mon, 13 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.lessonplanet.com/curriculum_connections/teacher_education_lesson_plans/13_July_2009/104/40th_anniversary_of_woodstock http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/teacher_education_lesson_plans/07_July_2009/64/money_matters_teaching_about_economics The right money lesson plans can teach students about economics in an engaging way. Debra Karr Tue, 07 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/teacher_education_lesson_plans/07_July_2009/64/money_matters_teaching_about_economics http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/teacher_education_lesson_plans/02_July_2009/69/michael_jackson_lessons_a_cross_curricular_experience By learning about Michael Jackson through these lesson plans, students can explore history, science, math, etc . . . Debra Karr Thu, 02 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/teacher_education_lesson_plans/02_July_2009/69/michael_jackson_lessons_a_cross_curricular_experience http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/teacher_education_lesson_plans/29_June_2009/49/nutrition_lesson_plans_that_promote_healthy_habits Students can learn about good nutrition, and the environment through these inspiring health lesson plans Debra Karr Mon, 29 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/teacher_education_lesson_plans/29_June_2009/49/nutrition_lesson_plans_that_promote_healthy_habits http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/teacher_education_lesson_plans/29_June_2009/52/mapping_it_out_great_lessons_for_geography Through geography lesson plans students can learn about history, science, and a variety of other subjects. Debra Karr Mon, 29 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/teacher_education_lesson_plans/29_June_2009/52/mapping_it_out_great_lessons_for_geography http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/teacher_education_lesson_plans/19_June_2009/38/language_arts_lessons_coupled_withtechnology_training Students can benefit when teachers infuse technology training into language arts lesson plans. Debra Karr Fri, 19 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/teacher_education_lesson_plans/19_June_2009/38/language_arts_lessons_coupled_withtechnology_training http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/teacher_education_lesson_plans/12_June_2009/37/writing_lesson_plans_that_don_t_rush_the_writing Slow Down! Teachers can help their students take the writing process more seriously with the right lesson plans. Debra Karr Fri, 12 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.lessonplanet.com/directory_articles/teacher_education_lesson_plans/12_June_2009/37/writing_lesson_plans_that_don_t_rush_the_writing