In this problem solving worksheet, students use logical reasoning to solve each of 4 problems. The word problems pertain to the position of people in line, theater seating and identification of who plays what instrument in a talent show.

Students identify gifts found in folktales. In this folktale lesson, students read the Hindi folktale "The Drum" and discuss the value of gifts such as time, talent, treasure, etc. Students also create drum beats.

Students explore the roles of family members. They read books, discuss the special talents of household members, and create a class family album book using photographs brought in by the students.

Seventh graders research Greek mythological characters. They write about problems faced by middle school-aged children and how the character would handle them. Students also create story boards to accompany their oral narratives.

Students participate in a book drive. In this communities lesson, students brainstorm ways of collecting books for donation and design a book drive for children in the community.

Young scholars interact with the strategy of visualization to better understand what is happening in a story. They assess the poem, "Talented Family," and the book, "Sarah Plain and Tall," to visualize and imagine in their minds pictures...

Students understand how good- hearted people can make a difference to others. In this philanthropy lesson plan, students hear the story of a child who eats in a soup kitchen (Uncle Willie and the Soup Kitchen) and answer questions....

Students listen to stories about different philanthropic acts. They work together in groups to create a list of the needs of their community. They chose a service project which could be completed by their class.

Students examine and trace the origin of an item of clothing. They write, illustrate, and publish a book describing the trade flow that brought their item of clothing to the United States.

Here's a handy two-page reference that briefly identifies major Greek and Roman mythological figures.

In this math graphs learning exercise, students use the talent show graph to help them find the answer for the problems. Students write number sentences for the last four problems.

Students will learn the skills necessary to create multi-media presentations and internet activities that demonstrate a deep understanding of their subject matter. Learning through a variety of unique experiences allows children to...

Students explore philosophy by participating in a philanthropic activity. In this book read-in activity, students collect a group of used books and illustrate an image to go along with the story. Students donate these books to a shelter...

Students read the story Joseph Had a Little Overcoat about using a coat and making it into many things. In this reading lesson plan, students make a picture out of scraps and discuss how to reuse items to make new items.

First graders create a KWL chart on Native Americans and listen to a speaker from a local Indian Reservation. As a class, they are read part of a Native American story in which they pick their own Native American name and identify their...

Students investigate the significance of the Powwow to the Native Americans. They write a story about a special tradition or custom from their own family, play Native American children's games, prepare Indian fry bread, and participate...

Students explore self analysis by investigating other cultures. In this personal characteristics activity, students utilize the Internet to read about a child from Niger, and many other students around the globe. Students compare their...

Students pantomime the book Swimmy. For this philanthropy lesson, students discuss the main character in the text and how Swimmy participated in philanthropic acts. Students role play the book.

Students listen to a number of children's books that describe private citizens participating in acts of kindness, sharing their time, talent or treasure. They identify the characters, problems, and solutions in the books.

Pupils examine the ways to earn money and discover the different uses for money. They read children's literature and draw pictures of uses for money that benefit the common good.

Students explore English by reading a children's story in class. In this tier two vocabulary lesson, students read the book Ruby's Wish and identify the use of specific vocabulary words. Students define the selected vocab words and...

Examine the life of steamboat inventor, Robert Fulton, through reading comprehension worksheet that includes both multiple choice and short answer questions. Then, take part in a word search and write definitions, words, and...

Students research the idea of basic needs, study philanthropists in their community, and think about ways to help others receive basic needs. In this needs and philanthropy lesson, students brainstorm about basic needs. Students use...