Young scholars make a book.  In this vocabulary instructional activity, students brainstorm vocabulary words about China, write the words in alphabetical order, discuss the meanings of each word and make a book of the words.

Learners watch a video about a tall tale and list ten elements of a tall tale that they noticed in the movie. They begin with a KWL chart, and complete it as the movie and discussion progresses.

Young scholars review the vocabulary and write the comparative form of the word. They use vocabulary from flyers from stores in the area. They take an exam over the material.

Third graders label a map of ancient Greek and Roman civilizations and do a written report on one element of these two cultures. They participate in discussions of food, farming, daily life and government (among others). Students use the...

Students listen to the story of Peter and the Wolf and answer comprehension questions. They then will name the beginning, middle, and end of the story using a graphic organizer. Students then individually illustrate each part of the...

In this short a learning exercise, students write words as they are called out, unscramble words, then use the words in sentences.

In this short i worksheet, students write words as they are called out, unscramble words, then use the words in sentences.

In this final e rule activity, students write words as they are called out, unscramble words, then use the words in sentences.

In this short e activity, students write words as they are called out, unscramble words, then use the words in sentences.

In this short u activity, students write words as they are called out, unscramble words, then use the words in sentences.

In this short o learning exercise, students write words as they are called out, unscramble words, then use the words in sentences.

In this short u worksheet, learners write 6 words as they are called out, unscramble words and use them in sentences. All words have short u in an "unusual" way.

In this ow-ou worksheet, students write 6 words as they are called out, unscramble words and use them in sentences. All words have the ow or ou combination.

In this short o worksheet, students write 6 short o words as they are called out, unscramble them and use the words in sentences.

In this short i worksheet, students write 6 short i words as they are called out, unscramble them and use the words in sentences.

In this short a worksheet, students write 6 short a words as they are called out, unscramble them and use the words in sentences.

For this short e worksheet, students write 6 short e words as they are called out, unscramble them and use the words in sentences.

Students examine the artwork of John Baldessari that was inspired by a 16th century drawing of a beetle. They analyze a drawing of a beetle, discuss the insect's characteristics, and write a story from the perspective of a bug. Also,...

Third graders develop encyclopedia skills to locate information. In this Jan Brett library lesson plan, 3rd graders research animals in the encyclopedia and complete a worksheet on one animal. Students relate their work to the work of...

Students complete pre reading, writing, during reading, and interdisciplinary activities for the book Amelia's Road. In this reading lesson plan, students complete journal entries, answer short answer questions, have discussions, and more.

Third graders discuss producers, consumers, and the food chain. In this producers and consumers lesson, 3rd graders talk about organisms, the food chain, and the difference between producers and consumers. They complete review worksheets...

Students participate in a game blending skill with chance to enhance students' understanding of the concept of place value. They explain that the value of a number increases when digits farthest to the left have greatest value.

Third graders attempt to recall details about a person entering the classroom while they are involved in another activity. They test their skills of observation and memories by playing an interactive memory game.