In this improper integrals worksheet, students explain the reasons each of three integrals may be considered improper. They evaluate each by determining if it converges to a number or diverges.

In this differentiation worksheet, students apply the rules of differentiation to solve given problems. This two-page worksheet contains three problems.

In this math instructional activity, students practice to find the dimensions of subspaces. They also find the solutions to the systems of equations using the matrices.

In this subspace learning exercise, students match a matrix to its property of subspace. This two-page learning exercise contains five problems.

In this math worksheet, students review the concepts needed for quiz 4. Then they practice finding the answers to the linear systems using elimination.

In this math worksheet, students practice finding the solutions to the linear systems. Then they execute the Gaussian elimination process to complete the quiz.

Second graders add two digit numbers with manipulatives. In this addition lesson plan, 2nd graders are given blocks to add numbers together.

In this literacy worksheet, students practice reading words with different phonics blends. Each word has a picture to help with vocabulary acquisition.

Young scholars research plants. For this researching lesson, students watch a video about the different ways to research a topic before writing about it. Young scholars use the information gathered in this video to learn more about...

For this ESL vocabulary worksheet, students read a set of family vocabulary terms, then fill in blanks with the correct vocabulary words. 

First graders work with a piece of text to become more fluent in reading. This instructional activity helps children practice how to read faster. They work on reading fluency through repeated readings under pressure. In turn, more...

Students increase their reading fluency through one-minute drills. Working in pairs, students read a grade level appropriate text in one-minute intervals. After reading they determine their speed through a word count. Students...

This printable vowels instructional activity from Rock 'N Learn can be used as a reinforcement activity or as an assessment. Students will view pictures and write words that have r-controlled vowels [er, ir and ur]. An answer key and...

This phonics lesson will introduce the ir, er, and ur girls, but will focus on the /er/ sound. Students will learn that when found together the letters e and r make the /er/ sound instead of two separate sounds. Students will have the...

History of the Ziggurat of Ur, c. 2100 BC Located in Tell el-Mukayyar, Iraq. Includes links to additional information.

A fascinating exhibition on early Mesopotamia which looks at the city of Ur located in Sumer, which is now part of Iraq. It discusses the history of Ur and its excavation. Most of the exhibition talks about the Royal Cemetery of Ur,...

This site is an interactive quiz to assess knowledge of words with r-controlled vowels. Words with the letters "y", "ie", "ind", and "ild" are included on the assessment. The quiz is designed to follow the "Reading Bear: er, ur, ind, ir"...

In this beginning reading module, the instructor models how to pronounce r-controlled vowel words that incorporate "er", "ur", and "ir". Students are prompted to interact with the video segments at various times. Students can choose to...

This encyclopedia article from provides a detailed overview of the ancient Mesopotamian city of Ur. Content includes a focus on the history of this city and its archaeology. Links are also provided for additional information.

In the center of the ancient city of Ur is a cemetery that was used between about 2600-2000 B.C.E. and hundreds of burials were made in pits. Many of these contained very rich materials. Read the history and view pictures of some of the...

An article which describes a board game found in a tomb located in Mesopotamia and dating back to around 2600 B.C. Directions for the game and gameboard are provided.

At this site learn about the religion, leaders, and excavated ruins of Ur. This article from the International World History Project overviews important dates and events and provides a brief look into the prosperity and achievements of...

This is an interactive game for two players with six pieces each called the Royal Game of Ur. You can play against another person or against the computer and the game along with the instructions is interactive.

Wonderful examples of student work and lessons on ancient Mesopotamia. Great way to generate ideas among students and teachers for projects.