Students discover the story of the 54th Massachusetts Regiment. In this American Civil War lesson, students study the life of Robert Gould Shaw and the regiment he led. Students research primary and secondary sources to learn about the...

Students explore the modern day slave trade through reading and discussing the article "What It Takes To Stop Slavery." They research one of the campaigns of the International Labor Organization and present their findings to the rest of...

A good companion to your class on the American Revolution, this slideshow provides a short series of maps that detail major campaigns and battles. Though the information on the slides is not sufficient for an entire lecture, the images...

Learners examine the differences in opinion between black and white women about putting an end to lynching. They investigate how black activists encouraged white women to join them in their opposition to lynching.

Students examine the story, "Charlotte's Web" in the nine lessons of this unit. As the students progress through the book, they will explore the story plot, setting, character, and the value of friendship.

Students work on political campaigns. In this campaign history lesson, students study the American presidential elections of 1824 and 1828. Students research primary and secondary sources to learn about the campaigns. Students then...

Students visit Conservation in Action web site to watch three video interviews with Vancouver Aquarium researchers, complete Careers in Conservation worksheet, research threats facing species featured on Conservation web site, and create...

Students examine the American presidential election process. In this presidential election lesson, students discover details regarding the campaigns of McCain and Obama in the 2008 election. Students create timelines that feature the...

Students evaluate reasons why someone would attend their school and create a marketing campaign to attract students. In this school welcome lesson, students analyze the marketing process and survey public sectors about their school....

Learners determine how to improve education in developing nations. In this current events lesson, students visit selected websites to discover the history of education and get involved in the Send My Friend to School campaign.

Learners design packaging and labeling for a product so that it appeals to a specific audience. The use a cardboard box that was designed for one purpose and redesign it to meet the new criteria including a catchy name to go with an...

Students explore the results of the 2000 presidential election. They look back at important issues in the campaign and write newspaper articles which cover specific angles on the election.

Ninth graders view the film "Pay It Forward" and discuss what kind of public campaign is needed to move people to positive action. They consider different ways of presenting information (graphs, visual displays, etc.) as tools for...

Ninth graders research the effects of methamphetamines on the human body. They create a poster showing their campaign to prevent its use.

Students investigate Judy Garland's life create a media campaign focusing on the role of drugs and alcohol in her life. Students watch a video and conduct Internet research to find out about Garland's life. Groups write a newspaper...

Students consider the dangers of living around active volcanoes. They develop media campaigns to encourage different groups of residents around Mount Vesuvius to consider moving.

Students read an online article to study about the death of Joan Root. They research endangered ecosystems around the world and design ad campaigns to create public awareness.

High schoolers participate in a Political Spectrum Analysis, then align themselves with other high schoolers with similar scores. In groups, they develop political parties, policies, philosophies, and organize political campaigns.

Students participate in numerous activities pertaining to elections. They study election vocabulary and generate questions about campaigns and elections. They paraphrase articles and generate a class vocabulary list.

Students explore the marketing process that companies use, including their advertising campaigns. As a class, they discuss how supermarkets develop new brands, determine how to package their goods, price them, and select the products....

Students explore revolutions throughout history. In this world history lesson, students compare revolutions and wars as they watch "Revolution: The Call to Battle" and discuss their impressions. Students then research the Seven Years’...

Ninth graders create advertising campaigns. In this communications lesson, 9th graders explore the use of propaganda endorsements, bandwagon appeals, name calling, plain folks appeal and generalities in advertising. Students...

Students take a closer look at the election of Abraham Lincoln. In this historical analysis lesson, students analyze letters, political cartoons, and campaign materials from Lincoln's campaign. Analysis worksheets are included.

Students explore the hidden messages in advertisements. In this business lesson, students discuss the role that advertisements play in our lives. Students locate advertisements that use various advertising techniques. Students create an...