How high will it fly? Pairs build straw rockets and launch them at different angles and determine the height and horizontal distance of the flight path. Teams make conjectures about how the angle affects the measured distances and use...

Third graders discover architecture and functionality by constructing a bridge.  In this bridge engineering lesson, 3rd graders utilize cardboard, straws, towel tubes and plastic bottles to create a model bridge similar to ones seen...

Students explore their school building and examine the rocks it is made of. They discover how rocks become building materials and participate in a variety of activities surrounding this subject.

In this building materials worksheet, learners walk around their school and write down at least 5 materials that their school is made of. Students take a second trip around the school and keep a tally sheet on how often they see those...

Young scholars interpret historical evidence presented in primary and secondary resources. In this Underground Railroad lesson, students examine the attributes and function of the Underground Railroad in order...

For this color words worksheet, learners learn the color words pink, green, orange, and brown by writing the color words from the word bubble into the corresponding blocks. Students then color the pictures of the turtle, pig, squirrel,...

In this computer worksheet, students read about computers and the definition of a computer. They build a simple computer using two rulers and learn to add numbers using the computer they build. They answer three critical thinking...

Students investigate sound waves and they build audio speakers. In this audio speakers and sound lesson, students explore how to make quality audio speakers. As a team they build their own speakers to have clarity in sound, quality in...

Students build a model of a suspension bridge and test the amount of weight it will support. In this engineering instructional activity, students study types of bridges and attempt to construct a suspension bridge shown in a diagram....

Students demonstrate tension and compression using real world examples. In this forces lesson, students demonstrate tension on a suspension bridge. They demonstrate compression on different roof designs.

Students design a tornado-proof building. In this inquiry-based lesson plan, students demonstrate their knowledge of tornadoes and the damage they can cause by trying to design a building that can withstand a tornado.

Young scholars build an on-going personal and career portfolio that be useful in creating an Annual Education Plan or for applying for college or scholarships or for applying for a job.

Students explore budgeting.  in this building wealth lesson plan, students examine ways to invest and save money.  They set financial goals and determine methods to reach the goals.  Students discuss managing debt, credit...

Students solve problems using scales and ratios. In this algebra instructional activity, students create drawings using scales of 1:12. They follow a key to help them draw different buildings using the right scales. They also complete...

Learners build a sense of community within the classroom. In this community lesson students create individual pieces of a puzzle that when put together represent the community within their classroom. The central piece is "community".

In this sun clinometer worksheet, learners build a sun clinometer using a protractor, thread, straw, cardboard and a paper clip. They are graded using a rubric on their clinometer and they answer questions about the structure of their...

Equip young campers with important survival knowledge with a set of engaging lessons. Teammates work together to complete three outdoor activities, which include building a shelter, starting a campfire, and finding directions in the...

Build and design to rock and roll. Pairs research building design in earthquake areas and use computer simulations to see the effects of earthquakes on buildings,. They then sketch and explain a building design that would withstand...

It's time to soak up the sun! Youngsters read about active and passive solar heating systems, then they collaborate to create a miniature solar-heated building. Provide a variety of materials for them to incorporate and watch their...

How do you create a residual plot? Work as a class and in small groups through the activity in order to learn how to build a residual plot. The activity builds upon previous learning on calculating residuals and serves as a...

Working in small groups and in pairs, classmates build an understanding of what types of relationships can be used to model individual scatter plots. The nonlinear scatter plots in this lesson on relationships between two numerical...

If we stack up all the cross sections of a figure, does it create the figure? Pupils make the connection between the complete set of cross sections and the solid. They then view videos in order to see how 3D printers use Cavalerie's...

Math rocks! Cavern design teams determine the rankings of rock types based upon desirability points. The points are connected to the properties of the rocks and their usefulness in building a cavern. 

Fifth graders explore electrical concepts and host a guest speaker. This lesson sets up guidelines for students to follow when they have a guest speaker. Students are primed to become actively involved in a lecture or discussion, while...