Young scholars explore U.S. history by identifying American symbolism. For this American Flag instructional activity, learners read the poem "The Flag" by M. Hubbard and define the symbolism of the colors and stripes within the U.S....

Students complete a unit on poetry. In this poetry lesson, students complete 19 lessons that focus on reading and writing poetry as well as learning about literary elements and sound devices. Students read poetry orally, debate poetry in...

Young scholars analyze lyrics and narration by reading poetry.  In this language arts lesson, students read and examine the poem Belfast Confetti.  Young scholars discuss the topics and questions asked by the author Ciaran Carson.

Students explore the concepts of intuition, insight, imagination and the reasons not to ignore it, but to enhance it in one's lifestyle. In doing this, one increases the ability to draw deeper meaning from art, poetry and symbolism. In...

Students analyze quotes and poetry related to relationships in society. In this civics activity, students participate in small group debate game and focus on communication skills that reinforce civil discussion. Students reflect and...

Young scholars read and analyze a play that takes place in the late 1200s under the Yuan dynasty of the Mongols. They examine the structure of Yuan plays, participate in performing sections of the play, write a three page essay, and...

Students define what having respect or showing respect means. They distinguish between a respectful and a disrespectful situation. They role-play examples of showing respect and disrespect to others.