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Devotion
Students explore the importance of peace and working together when discussing different religions and places where students are not allowed to be together. In this working together lesson plan, students plan a fund raising activity...
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Listening to Other
In this listening to others instructional activity, students read a set of guidelines on how to be a good listener, then complete a set of discussion questions based on a referenced DVD. Suggestions for writing assignments and activities...
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Bullying and Teasing
In this bullying and teasing worksheet, students read a set of guidelines on how not to bully, then complete a set of discussion questions based on a referenced DVD. Suggestions for writing assignments and activities are also given.
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Fairness and Justice
In this fairness and justice worksheet, learners read a list of steps about how to be a fair person and complete a set of discussion questions based on a referenced video program. Suggestions for related activities and writing are also...
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Appreciating Yourself
In this appreciating yourself worksheet, students read a set of guidelines on appreciation, then complete a set of discussion questions based on a referenced DVD. Suggestions for writing assignments and activities are also given.
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George Washington Lives! On the Internet! - Thematic Unit
Students study all about George Washington: Farmer, Soldier, and First President of the United States of America on the internet.
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Utah Archaeology
Learners study past cultures of those who made areas of Utah their home by exploring the artifacts these cultures left behind. Students will explore different types of fossils and learn that fossils are evidences of past life.
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Why Do We Need Limited Government?
Learners study how limited government protects individual rights and identify the limits that are placed on US authorities. They investigate the meaning of discrimination and individual rights as they complete the attached worksheet.
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Japan Day
Students investigate the differences found in the schools of Japan as compared to the United States. They cover the schedule of a typical day for a Japanese student with their own daily activities. The teacher covers the material using...
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Local Government and Leaders
Third graders research their local government and leaders. Throughout the lesson, they engage in discussions, a visit by an elected local government official and research. In addition, 3rd graders study some basic facts about the local...
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Go Native!
Students explore the five Native American regions. They compare and contrast the dwellings, clothing, and tools of the Native American groups. Students research one group of Native Americans. They build totem poles, pueblos, weave...
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Archaeology- State Map
Students study state maps. In this map skills lesson plan, students identify the states' location and how to use a legend. Students complete photocopies of the state map.
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Music in Nature
Students research the Incan civilization. In this Incan civilization lesson, students study the geography of the Andes mountains and play an Andean siku. Students discuss how the sounds of nature influenced their musical piece.
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Our Country's Geography
Third graders study geography. In this United States landforms activity, 3rd graders create a map of the U.S. made out of dough. They use various edible treats to mark the country's capital, the plains, the mountains and the rivers &...
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Colorado
Third graders complete a variety of activities to increase their knowledge of Colorado. They make leafprints, read and listen to stories, write fiction, make collages, participate in discussions and invite their parents to come and see...
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Star -Spangled Illustrations
Third graders create a PowerPoint presentation to show their patriotism and express their thoughts on the meaning of The Star-Spangled Banner with this exciting and creative activity.
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Creating Stories Using Pictographs
Learners participate in diverse cultural activities that lead them to a better understanding of Native American people. They use pictographs to write a story, imagining themselves as tribal members. Students transfer their story to a...
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Discover Mardi Gras
Students explore the origin and significance of Mardi Gras and experience some traditional activities associated with the hoilday.
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Money Talks Canadian Money
Learners use newspapers, games and journal writing activities to examine the importance of money and the role it plays in daily life. They complete several math problems, fill out worksheets and practice changing varying amounts.
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Character Education
Students read about character education in stories online. For this character education lesson, students complete activities about making good choices and sign a pledge to be a good person.
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Australia
Students participate in activities in which they discover facts about Australia. They examine its climate and history. They complete a worksheet to end the lesson.
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In the News
Third graders participate in a lesson that helps to improve reading comprehension. They move through several activities that help them understand how to express their opinions, support their statements and communicate these thoughts...
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Wooden Starflakes
Students create wooden "Starflakes" for the Holiday season in this excellent lesson suitable for the elementary level Art class. Resource links are provided for introuctory activities involving basic snowflake creations and ideas on...
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Our Little Town
Young scholars take local walking tours and incorporate technology by using a digital camera to take photographs. They use the computer to display these photographs using different software programs such as SimTown, to create a visual...