In this flatworms instructional activity, students identify and color the different parts of a flatworm. They complete 14 short answer questions related to the topic.

In this DNA instructional activity, students identify the different parts of the DNA and color them. They complete 16 short answer and fill in the blank questions on DNA.

Learners work in groups making drawing of monsters and then given written instructions to students in another class about how to draw the same monster. After the drawings are complete, they share with other learners using an iSight...

In this P and S waves learning exercise, students use a Slinky to simulate P and S waves showing compressional and dilational motion.

Students use common materials to build a car. In this car building mechanical engineering lesson, students build a car using a milk cartoon and plastic wheels. They discuss what mechanical engineers do and what makes a car run.

In this mollusks instructional activity, students color several figures and label them with the correct parts. They complete 14 short answer questions related to mollusks.

Students study different pain medications and their side effects.  For this drug usage lesson students read articles and complete a worksheet. 

Students brainstorm about questions they have about drugs. In this health science instructional activity, students research about frequently asked questions on drugs and addiction. They explain why it is important to get accurate...

Students discuss why drug abuse risk is higher in social settings. In this health science activity, students interpret real life statistics on teen drug use. They describe refusal and prevention strategies.

Students read Poke and Look Learning Books and complete predicting activities, reading, questioning, and more. In this Poke and Look Learning Books, students do this for 13 different books.

Students consider the effects of acid pollution on coral reefs. They brainstorm previous knowledge about coral reefs, examine a piece of coral and observe its reaction to acid and list ways we can prevent pollution from reaching the reefs.

Students research articles about science technology and society. In this science and technology lesson, students answer questions about an article they chose. They share what they learned with their peers.

Young scholars become aware of the ways in which packaging is designed to attract kids. In a series of activites, students compare similar food products, assess nutritional value, and participate in field trip to see how packaging...

Young scholars investigate the lure of snack-food advertisements to explain how snacks can fit into a healthy diet.

Learners discover how to find authoritative resources. In this research skills lesson plan, students examine strategies for using the Internet effectively to research global development issues.

Why to young people act the way they do? Scholars investigate the stages of adolescent development incorporating high school psychology techniques. Using research from the American Psychological Association, they uncover the five areas...

In this reading comprehension activity, students read a 3 paragraph selection about penguins and then respond to 3 short answer questions.

In this introduction to animals instructional activity, students complete a crossword puzzle with 47 questions on the types and characteristics of animals.

Students explore nutrition. In this nutrition lesson, students discuss a person's sense of taste and how it is different for each person. Students discuss favorite foods and how they relate to nutrition. Students cut out pictures of...

Seventh graders research European Explorers lives. They create a Word Document, or slide show based on their research.

Students explore their five senses. In this senses lesson, students explore mystery boxes and use only one sense to determine what is inside the box. Examples of items in the mystery boxes include maracas, lemons, and cherry lotion.

Students create a model of the lungs and diaphragm. In this breathing lesson, students create a model out of a plastic bottle and balloons. They see how the diaphragm helps to fill the lungs with air. 

Eleventh graders study underwater archaeology.  In this history activity, 11th graders read an article on archaeology.  Students complete a reading comprehension worksheet on archaeology underwater.   

Young scholars play a game that replicates the balance of prey and predators in an ecosystem. In this physical education lesson, students follow the instructions to play "Oh Panther!" Young scholars collect data regarding the game and...