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Investigation: Crazy Caterpillars
First graders explore biology patterns by creating a model insect. In this patterns lesson, 1st graders utilize snap cubes and pattern blocks to recreate their own version of a centipede or caterpillar. Students create their caterpillars...
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Castles
Students create a scale model to a castle using the dimensions they were given. They calculate the surface areas and volumes of each section of their castle.
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ISM: Bertha Stenge Quilt Collection Activity: Design a Local Quilting Pattern
Pupils research quilt designs by Bertha Stenge. They make a list of things that they could stylize as a design motif. They create a quilt design based on local history and landmarks and sew it onto a pre-made quilt block or quilt.
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The New Deal
Students investigate the history behind The New Deal through using primary source documents. This allows students to discover history with limited background knowledge. They answer questions and receive further clarification with the...
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Advanced Paragraph Correction #9
In this advanced paragraph correction worksheet, students read a text about urban planning. Students correct the errors in 8 sentences by selecting the right answer from 5 possible choices.
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Make Way for Wild Migrants
Students discuss the threats facing migratory species and track the seasonal journeys of wildlife in real space and in cyberspace. Once they have gathered information from several sources, they create a portfolio to share with others...
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Challenging Regional Stereotypes
Young scholars analyze the regional stereotypes that exist in Whales and formulate personal opinions about these views. Students discuss the impact of adjectives used to describe people from different regions of the U.K.
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Crossword Puzzle: Sleeping Beauty
In this Sleeping Beauty crossword puzzle, students solve the puzzle using a set of 10 clues about the story of Sleeping Beauty.
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Fire and Fire Fighting in Stuart England
In this fire fighting instructional activity, students read about the fires that occurred in 17th century England. Students read about the equipment used to fight fires during the period.