Third graders recognize and identify the three types of balance. They analyze and identify the type of balance used in various works of art. Students create a symmetrically balanced work of art. They use a ruler, shape templates, an...

Young scholars participate in activities in order to improve their ability to work cooperatively in groups at school as well as with their family at home. They complete the activities at home with their family then discuss the results of...

Students brainstorm facts that they can recall about 9/11 using a word web of the 5w's/ They create a book in pairs of 9/11 making a page for one fact they comprehend and one thing that they wonder about. Students listen to songs about...

Students discuss the use of slang expressions in literature.  In this literary analysis lesson, students examine the use of slang words and expressions in the popular novel Catcher in the Rye.  Students research the various...

Students use dance as a form of communication. In this meanings of dance lesson, students create dances to communicate a variety of emotions.

In this Catholic Church and Protestant Reformation study guide worksheet, learners read a brief overview pertaining to the time period in English history and then respond to 5 reflection questions.

In this Martin Luther study guide worksheet, students read a brief overview pertaining to the man and then respond to a reflection question.

Middle schoolers explore the concept of philanthropy. In this environmental stewardship lesson, students explore the Greek mythology story of Poseidon. Middle schoolers write letters to Poseidon that address water pollution today and...

Students identify types of nouns. In this grammar instructional activity, students define what a noun is and identify the various types of nouns in sentences. This grammar instructional activity is geared towards Special Education students.

Students complete several activities to learn about wolves. In this wolf science lesson, students read and complete activities to learn about wolf communication, their life cycle, fun facts, and hunting activities. Students also read...

Students examine how to express their emotions. For this emotional health lesson, students explore and share the emotions and feelings that have relating to the 9/11 terrorist attacks.

Students study the artist Wassily Kandinsky as well as his art and and music. In this art appreciation lesson, students view a variety of Kandinsky's work and circular color studies. Students relate the use of color to emotion...

Students study Japanese American internment camps. In this American history lesson, students compare and contrast the camp internees' experiences with with team sports-related challenges students have encountered. Students discuss team...

High schoolers investigate hate crime legislation. In this hate crime lesson, students examine the St. Paul city ordinance that outlawed hate crimes. High schoolers explore the fine between hate crime legislation and First Amendment...

Pupils practice pantomime movements. For this body awareness lesson, students discover how to convey emotions through physical movements. Pupils practice conveying happiness and sadness through...

Young scholars interpret canine verbal and non-verbal communication. For this dog communication lesson, students discuss dog communication through bark and body language. Young scholars study the 'reading canine body postures' worksheet...

Young scholars explore communication skills. In this career traits lesson, students are introduced to Eric Berne's Transactional Analysis Model of Communication. Young scholars discuss the impact of verbal and nonverbal communication in...

Fourth graders investigate philosophy by researching the life of Mahatma Gandhi. In this historical biography lesson, 4th graders examine the peaceful philosophy of India's most famous resident. Students participate in role-playing...

Students examine the effects of the terrorist attacks in 2001. In this lesson on discrimination and the dangers of stereotyping, students will expand their understanding of stereotyping in contemporary society and compare in to similar...

Students discover different economic systems. In this global economy lesson, students research the levels of economic activity, types of economies, maquiladoras and the differences between a free market economy and other systems. This...

Fifth graders read Swiss Family Robinson and respond to a survival scenario. In this focusing event lesson, 5th graders reflect on what they would do during a situation that required them to make a choice. Students share...

Students write a journal depicting a day in the life of a character and a newspaper article.  In this Warriors Don't Cry lesson, students summarize the main events of integration and find out about the life of Melba...

Young scholars watch a PowerPoint presentation that includes pictures of a sit-in and participate in a simulated sit-in.  In this sit-in lesson, students perform a sit-in skit based on The Civil Rights Movement for Kids by Mary...

Tenth graders study the Spanish Civil War.  In this World History lesson, 10th graders analyze famous paintings.  Students compare and contrast the government of the United States with that of Spain.