Eighth graders explore the Pythagorean Theorem. They use Geometer's Sketchpad and explore features of various figures. Students use the software to build a figure using the given measurements.

Students, while in the computer lab, practice using formulas, print options, functions and adjusting column widths while interacting with a spreadsheet program. They modify and use spreadsheets, after being given a scenario, to solve...

In this least squares worksheet, students solve 6 different problems that include the least squares of numbers. First, they plot 3 points on the axes shown and draw in their best approximating line. Then, students estimate the slope and...

Get a handle on equivalent fractions through the use of manipulatives. Using area models, sets, and length manipulatives like fraction strips and Cuisenaire rods, the class will gain a deeper understanding of equivalent fractions....

A close study of two works of art provides the introduction to this cross-curricular writing assignment. After comparing the clothing, facial expressions, body language, setting, and color in the two 19th century paintings Tissout’s...

What is Bastille Day? Read an article on Bastille Day, having readers respond to six matching questions, 29 fill in the blank questions, 30 multiple choice questions, 12 word scramble questions, 30 short answer questions, and many more!...

Aid your English langauge learners with this series of grammar activities. In this National Grammar Day worksheet, learners read a passage about the importance of the day and complete a variety of different activities involving this...

An overview of the history and tradition of Ash Wednesday in 2 paragraphs is accompanied by an array of language activities: cloze exercise, phrase matching, word jumble, multiple choice, sequencing, interview, group presentation,...

Let music and poetry collide in this well-orchestrated language arts lesson plan. After studying program music and C. Debussy's Prelude to an Afternoon Faun, view the attached SMART board lesson plan to read through "Fog" by Carl...

Elementary learners explore fiction storytelling through partcipating in a survey. They identify the characters, themes and plot of the Harry Potter series while discussing their opinions in class. Learners conduct a survey about their...

Even if they hate exercise, this lesson plan could be a great way to practice writing and answering questions for your ELD pupils. First, a tape-script about exercise (which could be read aloud by the teacher) provides them with...

Introduce elementary students, grades 3-5 to the concept of equivalent fractions. Each student folds a paper in half and color one of the equal parts of the paper. They use this paper to define numerator, denominator and the idea that a...

Given 10 number pairs, learners find the greatest common factor for each. For several, one of the numbers is the greatest common factor, and for others mathematicians will need to think a little harder. There space for learners to show...

Given ten pairs of numbers, mathematicians find the least common multiple for each. The numbers span from 2-30, and are generally introductory for this skill (no curve balls). Encourage learners to write out multiples alongside the...

“The mind is its own place. . .” and Milton’s Paradise Lost is sure to expand the vocabulary (and the minds) of young readers. Assist that growth with an activity that asks individuals to first select and define five unfamiliar words,...

In this matrices instructional activity, students write matrix notation to represent linear systems. This four-page instructional activity contains approximately 15 problems.

Students create stories about imaginary planets.

Students use balloons and string to duplicate Bernoulli's Principle of wing shape and its affect on liftoff.

Students are engaged in the study of salaries and how they vary according to different occupations. They conduct research using a variety of resources in order to summarize the earnings potential in the human services field.

In this hurricane activity, students analyze and interpret a hurricane graph. They complete 5 short answer questions that follow.

Students explain how moon phases occur. They describe and explain at least two common misconceptions that people have about the moon. Students explain what a star is. They explain 3 ways that the night sky has been used throughout history.

First graders investigate the proximity of objects in space. In this proximity instructional activity, 1st graders place a felt spider in different locations on a teacher made book, and they describe its proximity to certain items in...

Students study Tudor England. In this English history activity, students research bookmarked Internet sources in order to learn about the 6 wives of King Henry VIII and the Reformation.

In this equilibrium worksheet, students read about the factors that effect equilibrium in solutions such as the pressure of the solution, the temperature and the concentration of the solution. They answer three multi-part questions about...