Students define the terms fable and folktale. They write a fable to illustrate a Latino proverb. Students are explained that a folktale is a story passed down through the oral tradition of a particular culture. A fable is a type of...

Young scholars are introduced to concepts of honesty and responsible conduct after listening to a Chinese proverb. After sequencing the story and learning about Chinese culture, students plant marigolds. The children will monitor plant...

Here's an awesome unit that uses The Cay as the anchor text. The 16-page packet is loaded with teaching ideas, activities, and suggested adjustments.

Students examine the narrative forms and tales unique to the U.S.-Mexico border. They discuss the possible sociological meanings of these stories, and then write their own versions to demonstrate that they explain the forms.

Young scholars examine printed textiles that commemorate events, people, and objectives. In this Adinkra printed textile activity, students explore Africa as they discover the patterns and techniques for creating Adinkra symbols on...

Students explore the culture of Japan be creating a traditional Japanese game called Karuta. They conduct research in order to find the rules for the game and to make cultural connections. The content of the game is modified according to...

Second graders use The Berenstain Bears' to learn about money management. In this money management lesson, 2nd graders read The Berenstain Bears' Dollars and Sense book and complete the 'Rainy Day' worksheet. Students then discuss the...

In this Malaysia activity, students respond to 12 fill in the blank, 4 true or false, 2 short answer, 4 matching, and 3 multiple choice questions about the geography and culture of the country.

For this writing worksheet, pairs of students examine, discuss and complete a variety of activities associated with all the aspects of childhood. The activities are thought-provoking. Students must read a selection on a website embedded...

Sixth graders explore equality by reading a story with their classmates. In this discrimination lesson, 6th graders read the story Esperanza Rising and discuss the tensions between Latin America and the United States. Students view...

Students recognize that God calls them to respond to what they've been learning. In this religion lesson students analyze Bible verses and contemplate how the verses guide them.

This website offers a list of proverbs from the Book of Proverbs from the St. Joseph Edition of the New American Bible. It provides proverbs from the first 10 chapters and then links to the rest of the 31 chapters.

A good introduction to the book of Proverbs in the opening paragraph. You can access an overview of each verse of the book by clicking on the specific blue verses.

This site gives an overview of Proverbs by Robert Brow. The book of Proverbs has been outlined into seven different major topics that are presented in an outline form. Very complete and factual.

The text of the Book of Proverbs, presented side-by-side in Hebrew and English.

This Bible Tutor site includes a diverse collections of sayings based on the idea that the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.