Young scholars explore variety of plants & cacti in their Arizona community by collecting samples and taking photographs. Can be adapted to other areas.

Find everything you need for a two-week home construction simulation project for your high school economics class. They come up with the plans for a custom home including the cost per square foot, interest rate, mortgage term, down...

Plan a Parts of a Book scavenger hunt. Begin by giving your young adventurers a book, and asking them to find the title, author, illustrator, and table of contents. After a discussion of the purpose of each of these items, class members...

What financial situations and decisions await young learners after they graduate from high school? This project allows class members to glimpse into the types of responsibilities they will have as adults, from considering job...

Students explore biology by completing animal activity pages in class. In this bird characteristics lesson, students discuss the different types of birds that exist in North America and identify their migration habits. Students read...

Fourth graders examine the islands of Hawaii. Using this information, they organize it and create a map or graph that represents the data. As a class, they discuss how the watersheds on the islands are different and how people react to...

Students study the life cycle of the frog. In this life cycle instructional activity set, students listen to a read aloud of Frogs, A First Discovery Book, and make a sequencing booklet that shows the four stages of the frogs life cycle....

Students practice scientific inquiry while learning about bubbles. In this activity about bubbles, students explore characteristics of bubbles. Students move through nine different "bubble" stations following directions and completing an...

Second graders practice their reading comprehension by analyzing stories they read in class. For this children's literature lesson, 2nd graders are assigned to read a book for 20 minutes each day in class and also reflect on it in their...

Young scholars identify seasonal changes. In this seasons lesson, students choose a tree on the playground to observe each season. Young scholars record their observations throughout the year and create personal seasonal booklets.

Fifth graders are introduced to the various planets, stars and moons in our solar system. Using photographs, they place the planets into the correct order from the sun. In groups, they research one planet, create a fact sheet and make...

Students explore U.S. geography by completing a coloring activity in class. In this Texas history lesson, students utilize the web to locate Texas on a map of the U.S. Students view a PowerPoint presentation which showcases the state...

Second graders read books, watch videos, complete worksheets and participate in class discussions about ocean animals. They, in groups, design PowerPoint presentations on selected marine animals.

Students explore art history by conducting an in-class activity. In this sculpting lesson, students examine previously created art sculptures in a textbook. Students utilize clay, sculpting tools and grey paper to create their own...

Students observe language arts by reading children's stories in class. In this alphabetical lesson, students read the books The Sound of the Week and Alphabetivities and practice making letters using arts and crafts. Students create...

Third graders are introduced to the symbols of the state of Michigan. Using the symbols, they discuss how they represent the differences in Michigan's environment. They use various websites to collect their information and share it with...

High schoolers participate in a lecture in which they are introduced to the different types of lighting and lighting fixtures. Individually, they are given a floor plan of a house and create a lighting plan for it by placing symbols for...

Students explore the history of Canada by analyzing the First Nations' citizens. In this Native Canadian contributions lesson plan, students research the geography of Canada and create a book about the First Nations' involvement in the...

Stability is key when building a bridge. Scholars explore the forces acting upon bridges through an analysis of Newton's Laws and Hooke's Law. The activity asks individuals to apply their learning by building a bridge of their own.

Learners apply word analysis skills to recognize new words, identify genres of fiction and nonfiction, and identify important themes and topics. They explore differences in plants, flowers, and vegetables. A book bag full of activities...

Pupils design career portfolios, which will demonstrate the skills and knowledge they have acquired during their schooling and personal endeavors, using the wide variety of worksheets and activities provided in this resource.

Students examine biodiesel as a fuel for transportation.  In this biodiesel lesson students complete activities using their critical thinking.

Seventh graders participate in different activities as they plan for a fair trade display or event. They design wordsearches and act out scenerios dealing with fair trade practices. They also brainstorm a list of items hat are fairly...

Third graders explore Canadian culture by creating a book. In this community analysis lesson plan, 3rd graders identify the First Nations people of Canada and discuss the culture, language and diversity. Students create a book discussing...