Young scholars compare and contrast the three types of diabetes. In this technology lesson, students identify the causes of this disease. They investigate ways to deliver insulin to the body and present their findings in class.

Tenth graders identify the different types of depression. For this series of health lesson, 10th graders discuss the most common reasons why teens think about suicide. They create a story board about scenarios present and present their...

Students examine the definition of surrogacy and the types of surrogacy. They analyze surrogacy and the law. They conduct debates, skits and teen forums regarding the subject of surrogacy.

Students learn about the eight levels of tzedakah or charitable giving. In this philanthropy lesson plan, students examine the eight levels of charitable giving that were developed by Rabbi Moses Maimonides. They participate in role...

Learners study the bacteria that cause food poisoning using a written resource. They complete a research worksheet entitled, "America's Most Wanted." Next, they create a short skit about the causes, symptoms, prevention, and other...

Learners investigate the current legal status of fetal tissue transplantation, including current, legislation and court cases. They engage in role play discussion of a specific case study and explore the ethical controversies surrounding...

Students explore the Johnny Appleseed story. In this service learning lesson, students listen to the story of Johnny Appleseed and discover how he was a philanthropist.

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

High schoolers are introduced to a variety of different fibers. After acting out a short story, they discover how yarn and basic weaves are made. To end the lesson, they practice making their own weave pattern using paper strips and...

Students investigate vegetables. For this multi-subject lesson, students learn about vegetables and participate in several activities using vegetables. A list of 7 materials is included.

Learners recognize the harmful effects people have on the environment. In this environmental instructional activity, students simulate water pollution clean-up by using tangled objects and untangling them in a cooperative group. Learners...

Learners consider the concept that plants and animals are dependent on one another and role-play the interaction between bees and flowers. They identify crops that are dependent on pollination by bees.

Students study plant and animal interdependence by studying bees and pollination. In this interdependence lesson, students discuss flower parts and dissect it to show its reproductive parts. Students then use tissue and pipe cleaners to...