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Minding the Media
Learners reflect on the fairness of rating movies, television, radio, books, magazines, Web sites and other media. They submit their own entries for a media rating guide.
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An Introduction to Classification
Sixth graders explore, analyze and study the history of classification systems and the scientific processes that influenced modern classification methods. They evaluate why classification and binomial nomenclature are necessary to the...
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Adding the Moon: Using a Classroom Model to Explore the Movement of the Sun, Earth, and Moon
Pupils observe and discuss motions of the Earth and the Moon as they spin and orbit the Sun.
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Keep It Hot
Students design and conduct an experiment to explore the insulating abilities of different materials for keeping a liquid in a paper cup warm. A small group of lab partners test four different materials: black paper, white paper,...
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Algebra 2 - Linear Programming
Young scholars read real world problems, determine the variables, and set up the function using algebraic statements. After entering data into the graphing calculator, they display information in the form of graphs and scatter plots. ...
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Motion of the Sun and Earth: Using a Classroom Model to Explore Rotation and Revolution
Students use a concrete model of the Sun and Earth to observe and manipulate a 3-D model of the Sun and Earth.
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The Blizzard of 1993
Students read and interpret the information from a barograph from a major winter storm. This task assesses students' abilities to interpret and analyze graphs, construct data tables and graphs, generalize, infer, apply knowledge of...
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Cultural Diversity
In this cultural diversity worksheet, young scholars respond to 7 short answer questions and answer 14 fill in the blank questions regarding the components of culture.
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Ancient Rome Vocabulary Quiz
In this ancient Rome vocabulary worksheet, learners match vocabulary word to definitions, 14 words total. Worksheet is labeled as a quiz, but may be used for practice or review.
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Relating Distance and Velocity Over Time
Students calculate the distance and velocity over time. In this algebra lesson, students graph a linear function to represent the distance vers time travel. They interpret their graphs and draw conclusion.
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Mosaics
Sixth graders discuss and identify shapes, spaces, colors, patterns, or tesserae in mosaics and compare them to cultural symbols of the Roman Empire. They design and create mosaics using paper.
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First Nations: Analysing Sources
Ninth graders examine the lifestyle and culture of First Nations people. They investigate and analyze primary and secondary source documents.
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Extensions - Biology Review Unit
Students engage in a variety of activities in order to review a Biology unit. For example, they research the Bird Flu, it's history, how it is spread, what has been done about it, what better options exist for controlling or removing it....
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Defining the Difference Between Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cells
Learners examine microscopic life by conducting a scientific investigation. In this cell analysis lesson, students define the prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells and discuss their word origins. Learners view each type of cell on slides...
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Self-Determination
Students explore ways to improve self-determination. Using classroom activities, role playing, and small group simulations, students practice and exercise self-determination. They discuss the importance of self-esteem, personal values,...
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Chapter 9: Social Stratification
In this social stratification worksheet, learners answer 12 fill in blank questions and 7 multiple choice questions regarding the division of society into categories.
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How Much Energy is a Kilowatt Hour?
Young scholars study the conservation of energy. In this energy activity students explain the differences between potential and kinetic energy.
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Gandhi's "Good Life"
Eleventh graders use a Gandhian lens to analyze critically materialism in a capitalist society. In this Gandhian philosophy activity, 11th graders cultivate awareness, explore materialism and sustainability, examine the idea of 'what is...
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The Roles of the President
Young scholars list the many jobs of the U.S. president and explain the reasons for them. They compare current and past roles of the chief executive of the United States.
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Treasure of the Tar
Students, using an atlas, locate the region known as the "Tar Sands" in the Central Plains of Canada. They hypothesize about the future economic potential of this natural resource. They create a poster about the Tar Sands industry in...
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They Were Born Where?
Students assess where the presidents of the United States were born and analyze the role of geography in determining the outcome of presidential elections. They create graphs visualizing the birth and home states of the presidents along...
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Civil Action
Learners will observe the legal procedures involved in class action lawsuits and gain knowledge of how they are sometimes used as a tool to deter polluters of the environment. Students will also read about the background the Love Canal...
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Title: Biodiversity Analysis and Comparison Within the New Jersey Highlands
Learners explore the concept of biodiversity. In this environmental science lesson, students use field methods to examine the trophic relationship that allows for species diversity.