In this improper fraction and mixed number learning exercise, students learn how to convert from an improper fraction to a mixed number and from a mixed number to an improper fraction. They practice converting from one to the other.

Using boats along in the Port of Albany as the focus, learners practice adding single-digit numbers and interpreting data. This lesson comes with the worksheets, resource links, and other materials to make it a worthwhile experience.

Second of six lessons in a unit on dissolving, this one focuses on how sugar behaves in different liquids. Learners stir it into water, alcohol, and oil and make observations. This lesson can stand alone, but is best used as part of the...

Students create a model volcano in groups, and discuss what each part of the model represents as they go along.  For this volcano lesson, students come back together as a whole group and discuss what group did the best work,...

Add some decoding to your scholar's review of basic life science terms in this decorder worksheet, where students match 15 words to their definitions. Words such as mammal and amphibian must be matched to their written definition. The...

Take this simulated archaeological dig one layer at a time with your young pupils to encourage observation, critical thinking, and careful attention. Using a transparent box full of layers of sand and artifacts, pupils examine the...

Students build a salt dough volcano. They the salt dough using the following ingredients: flour, salt, and water. Students mix flour and salt in a container and add water and mix until the dough is smooth. They then make the volcano....

Students make tortillas. For this tortilla lesson, students add the ingredients to a bag, mix the ingredients, roll the tortillas out, and cook them. They spend 3 minutes coming up with as many round things as they can.

Students experiment to determine if yeast is a microorganism. In this yeast blowup lesson, students mix yeast with other ingredients and observe the results by using a balloon. Students adjust the amounts of the ingredients and test...

Students model the soils layers using Oreo's. In this lesson students use their favorite food items to create a model of soil layers. A discovery lesson from a youth camp is adapted for classroom modeling and discussion of soil...

Students observe projectile motion and calculate the speed of a baseball based on the time and distance traveled. They record the time, measure the distance, and draw the path of the ball's travel on a data table.

Students relate recycling to waste reduction. In this science lesson, students talk about the environment and how recycling certain natural resources actually saves on energy.  They also discuss what type of recycling causes...

Have individuals wash their hands with soap and water, give one of them a yeast-covered piece of candy, and then have him shake hands with the person next to him. Handshakes continue down the line until everyone in the class has had...

Using the Hudson River as the focus, learners discuss the difference between salt water and fresh water environments, analyze maps and graphs, and complete addition and subtraction problems. This activity comes with a wealth of...

Art can mimic life, and animals are always interesting subjects. Learners create large soft sculptures (stuffed) birds using paper, paint, and other basic collage materials. They view images of birds, and discuss bird traits and shapes....

Students explore Literal Equations. In this literal equations lesson plan, students use the Internet to connect to links and solve linear equations. Students investigate, analyze and record their findings on various activity worksheets.

For this mystery powder worksheet, students determine the identify of 6 unknown samples by testing them with cabbage juice for pH, vinegar, iodine for starch and heat. Students determine the identity of the mystery powders using their...

In this decimals and fractions worksheet, students read about decimals and fractions and how to change one to the other. They solve two multi-part problems practicing converting decimals to fractions and fractions to decimals.

Students complete a variety of labs to help them explain how energy affects the changes in states of matter. They also be required to collect and record data, graph data, and apply interpretations of that data.

Students investigate plastics and learn they are giant molecules made of carbon atoms. In this polymers and plastics lesson, students perform 3 activities which all include making polymers from household items such as milk and vinegar,...

Young scientists or chefs culture yeast to produce yogurt. The materials and a general description of how make yogurt are provided, but there is very little detail otherwise. You could use this as an activity when your biology class is...

Students investigate the freezing point depression of water while making ice cream. In this colligative properties lesson plan, students make ice cream using ice, salt and water to freeze milk and sugar. They measure the temperature of...

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

If possible, acquire a handful of wheat kernels from a local farmer or seed dealer. Hand them out so learners can feel them and see what they look like. Share background information. 2. Draw a wheat kernel on the chalkboard, or use the...