Learners explore and implement the rules for adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing negative integers. The rules for each of the operations are reviewed and applied to solve a variety of problems.

Students explore number sense by completing math function problems in class. In this integers lesson, students define integers and practice plotting them on a number line. Students utilize math functions such as addition and...

Pupils examine the concept of positive and negative integers, adding and subtracting integers on a number line. They visit various Internet websites, solving problems using integers and completing a worksheet.

Introduce your middle and high schoolers to the correct use of quotation marks. They identify examples of correct and incorrect quotations in magazines and edit a paragraph in groups. Use this activity as a way to reinforce proofreading...

Sixth graders examine the causes of the stock market crash of 1929.  In this integrated math/history unit on the stock market, 6th graders study, research, and read stocks, visit a local bank, and create a PowerPoint to show the...

Students gather data on top 10 highest grossing movies, and make a bar graph and a pictogram.

Students explore mathematical operations while studying nutrition. In this physical fitness lesson, students explore calories, pulse rate, and the circulatory system. Students use mathematical data to create a healthy physical fitness...

Sixth graders plan trip for family of four, and choose best travel plan by studying maps, considering different routes, and visiting Web sites to get airline and travel schedules.

Students share opinions about the factors that contribute to or detract from their happiness. They create survey to determine how people in their community measure happiness, and write reflections on the relationship between money and...

Young scholars explore where Shakespeare exists in local community plays. In this Shakespeare lesson, students create a documentary to define the existence of Shakespeare in their community drama activities. Young scholars participate in...

Students explore reasons for the length of the school year in the United States. The pros and cons for extensions of the year are researched and discussed.

Students examine cartoons that include caricatures of all leaders of federal parties.