Students discover that science is part of everyday life. In this science lesson, students create a science collage, draw a scientist, and write about science in the news.

Students review, compare, and contrast belief systems of the Silk Roads. They analyze primary texts of sacred and philosophical writings. Finally, students recognize the rich diversity of belief systems along the Silk Roads.

Students compete in a Lego Robot Competition. In this after school lesson, students design and compete in the Lego Robot Competition. This lesson includes time-lines and guidelines for an after-school club.

Students practice using mathematical issues of scale. They compare and contrast digital images verses the object in real life. They share their observations with the class.

Students investigate fossils. In this geology lesson, students study various types of fossils in rocks and identify the characteristics of the fossil. Students write a research paper on their fossil.

Students create linoleum block prints using linoleum squares, knives, ink, and paper in this Art activity for 4th through 12th grades. It is suggested to introduce the concept of printmaking prior to this activity (resource links...

Young scholars examine the life of Harry Connick Jr. and keep a journal on how they could be more successful.

Students explore how F. Scott Fitzgerald was one of the most important writers of the twentieth century. In novels such as Tender is the Night, This Side of Paradise, and The Great Gatsby, he captured the mood and manners of his time.

Students explain how international politics, religion, and cultural beliefs influenced the life of Mary Queen of Scots. They watch a film about Mary, Queen of Scots and participate in a discussion and variety of extension activities.

Students create New Year's Eve hats in this fun and safe art project for the elementary classroom. The lesson is ideal for a pre-Holiday Break activity or can be adapted to celebrate any holiday or special occasion in the classroom.

Students discuss how they believe Australia has progressed over time. In groups, they use the internet to research events in the country's history. They discover how democracy in the country continues to develop and analyze the race...

For this marketing campaign worksheet, students follow directions on how to create a marketing campaign on being healthy. Students follow 6 sets of directions.

Students fill jars with dried beans and water, cover the jars, and wait to see what happens in this excellent Science experiment ideal for Earth Day (April 22nd). Emphasis is placed on discovering the reactions of seeds to water.

Young scholars create examples of American Abstract Expressionism after studying the art of Jackson Pollock in this Art lesson for all levels. It is suggested to work with small groups of students if this lesson is done with a younger...

Learners examine the tragic life and career of Vincent Van Gogh. Plagued by madness and depression, Van Gogh nevertheless produced revolutionary works of art that are worth millions today.

Pupils create sand art paintings based on those of the Navajo.

Students observe weather vanes and explore their purpose and history and create a miniature weather vane from cardboard or wood.

Sixth graders identify and create Hex signs, based on unity, focal point, nature and a personal meaning,

Pupils examine the work of Georgia O'Keefe and observe the shapes and lines that make up a flower. They create a flower drawing or painting.

Students create original works of art using their knowledge of Georgia O'Keeffe's artwork, flowers, pencils, crayons, and pastels in this K-6 Art lesson. The lesson includes Georgia O'Keeffe resource links and a recommended reading list.

Learners discover artist Georges Seurat and his technique of Pointillism and create Pointillist examples using Q-Tips and watercolors in this exciting multi-level art lesson. This lesson can be adapted for various grade levels and...

Students create replicas of Folk Art Weather Vanes using farm animal outlines, cardboard or wood, paints, and staining techniques. Emphasis is placed on the appreciation of folk art, the history of the weather vane, and creativity.

Sixth graders recreate Pennsylvania Dutch hex signs using pre-cut wood or cardboard, compass, acrylic or tempera paints, and paintbrushes in this 6th grade Art lesson. The lesson is an excellent idea for use in the Social Studies...

Students work cooperatively to create pinatas using balloons, old newspapers, flour, water, tempera paints, string, scissors, and candy in this excellent instructional activity for the Elementary classroom. This can be ties into a unit...