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Capitalization Worksheet 1
In this grammar worksheet, students choose the appropriate word capitalized correctly in parentheses that completes fifteen sentences grammatically correct.
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Valentine Handprint Poem
Students make a handprint underneath a Valentine poem to give to their parents. In this Valentine poem lesson plan, students also glue conversation hearts around the edge of the page for a border.
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Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka (Kansas) (Grades K-3)
Students examine the Brown v. Board of Education case in Topeka, Kansas. They re-enact the courtroom and discuss how school would be different today if this case never existed. They discuss how public education has been affected by this...
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Prepositions: Born in, Born on
In this preposition activity, students complete sentences by filling in blanks with either "in" or "on." An answer key is provided.
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Writing Bug- Famous Parents
In this writing prompt worksheet, student write an open response essay in response to the prompt, "If you could choose two famous people to be your parents, who would you choose? Your chosen parents can be alive today, or they might have...
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Third Grade Editing
In this editing worksheet, 4th graders will make corrections to 10 sentences. Corrections include spelling, grammar, capitalization, and punctuation.
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Reading Comprehension
In this reading comprehension learning exercise, students read sentences containing a bold word. They identify the meaning of the word by using context clues. Students complete 4 comprehension problems.
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South Carolina Voices: Lessons from the Holocaust
Students examine the liberation of concentration camp survivors from two different points of view. For this Holocaust survivors lesson, students read and discuss personal accounts of liberation from the perspective of a concentration...
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The Pot of Gold
In this reading learning exercise, students read a story titled The Pot of Gold and answer short answer questions about it. Students read the 4 page story and answer 3 short answer questions.
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The Conditions of Today
Students demonstrate their ability to use the library to research into current working conditions for the American worker. They identify connections and compare findings about contemporary conditions and the in-class readings of The...
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Amelia's Road: Teacher's Guide
Students complete pre reading, writing, during reading, and interdisciplinary activities for the book Amelia's Road. In this reading lesson plan, students complete journal entries, answer short answer questions, have discussions, and more.
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Compare and Contrast Culture
Fifth graders compare and contrast the cultures of American culture with that of the other cultures of North America. Using traditional and Internet research, 5th graders gather data on one element of culture for comparison. Data...
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Aahimsa in the Real World: Identifying Ahimsa
Second graders become familiar with the use of the newspaper and how it educates people. In this ahimsa lesson, 2nd graders recognize the importance of Gandhi and his beliefs. Students read articles and answer questions about ahimsa.
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Hercules Crossword Puzzle
In this Hercules crossword puzzle worksheet, students use the 15 clues to identify the correct terms that will solve the crossword puzzle.
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Hercules Crossword Puzzle
In this Hercules crossword puzzle instructional activity, learners use the 15 clues to identify the correct terms that will solve the crossword puzzle.
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Actively Organizing Passive Resistance
Students explore organizing to resist oppressive authority without the use of violence. In this philosophy lesson, students research Gandhi's approach to organizing people around a positive cause without the need to be aggressive...
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Revise for Parallel Structure
In this parallel structure worksheet, students revise a set of 20 sentences for parallel structure. Page has links to additional resources.
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Inventors and Scientists
Students research a scientific breakthrough. In this science lesson, students write an essay on a technology that has changed the world.
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Taking Pills Isn't the Answer
Students explore performance-related drug use. In this health journalism lesson, students read the USA Today article titled "Taking Pills Isn't the Answer", respond to discussion questions regarding the article, and complete an...
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How Do They Do That?
Third graders explore different careers by discussing which community helpers might be considered local heroes. In this career exploration lesson, 3rd graders work in small groups to discuss why certain people are considered...
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Federal Holidays
Students learn the history and why each Federal holiday is celebrated. Students identify how the celebration of each holiday ties the nation together.
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Teachers
In this teacher activity, students read about the role and job of a teacher. Students then write about why teachers are important.
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Problem-Based Research Lesson: Wal-Mart Debate
To prepare for class, learners will read several articles (links included). Students discuss the articles, and ways to deal with the proliferation of big-box stores in rural areas. The class takes two minutes to generate a research...
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Chuukese Dinner (high School)
Students read journal entries about having dinner with a Chuukese family. Using this information, they identify which foods sound appealing and compare and contrast Micronesian and American foods, fruits and vegetables. In groups, they...