Fourth graders discover time keeping by analyzing technological advances in history.  In this time lesson, 4th graders create and complete a KWL chart based on their research of a famous timekeeping invention, such as a sundial....

Students explore the stereotypical American images of China. In this English and World History lesson, students read a novel to become familiar with China and its people. Students research various events in China's history and report...

Fifth graders research major explorers in history using their textbook and then create a timeline using Timeline Software. Students participate in class discussions and write an essay about the explorer they researched.

Learners locate place in Canada and explore highlights of early of early American exploration and settlement. In this North American history lesson, students locate provinces, major cities, and physical features of Canada....

Students review the reasons why Thanksgiving is celebrated in the United States. Using the internet, they research the history of the holiday and discover what the first Thanksgiving was like. They also examine a typical menu for a...

Students examine how democracy stands the test of time. In this technology lesson, students research inventions and contributions of the 20th century in order to gather information to write a persuasive essay on the topic.

Students explore the road to the American Revolution. In this American history lesson, students research the events in colonial America that led to the Declaration of Independence and the American Revolution. They then create a timeline.

Students design a mosaic depicting the city of Constantinople during determined periods of history. They include historical evidence that shows whether the city was under Muslim or Christian rule.

Students are introduced to the role of the United Nations. Using the internet, they research its history and its influence on politics and peace. In groups, they create a timeline of significant United Nations conventions since World...

Students create a timeline of inventors. In this dual history/science lesson, students research inventors of technological products, then work in groups to create a timeline of events. The timeline may include science information about...

Third graders discuss and compare upper and lower Michigan. In groups they research a list of significant events from Michigan history and then compile the information into an illustrated classroom timeline.

For this world history worksheet, students note the goals and results of 5 of Napoleon's actions and write a brief explanation of how he gained power in France.

Eleventh graders study the diversity of current working practices.  In this World History lesson plan, 11th graders analyze the role of employment law in improving employee rights.

Students begin the lesson by writing what they know about Fairfax County in their journals. Using primary source documents, they identify ten interesting facts about the area and watch a video. They complete a Venn Diagram comparing...

Second graders explore the life and accomplishments of Sally Ride, the first American woman in space. Through reading and discussion, they recall details from Sally Ride's life. 

Learners identify events and organizations that involve philanthropy. They research one event and share their information with the school. They write journal entries stating ideas from the presentations.

Students discuss the impact women have made on the United States. Individually, they choose two women to research on the internet to discover their contributions. They develop a PowerPoint slide to be combined with ones made by their...

Students research water use in Hawaii and use primary and secondary sources to determine the impact of restoration of the L?l?kea stream on stream flow, water quality, habitat and biota.

Students use Inspiration to create a time line which represents the evolution of transportation which has changed the way we travel.

Students label assembly centers and relocation camps on a given map of the United States in order to create a better understanding of the relocation experience of Japanese-American citizens and the distance that families had to move and...

Students engage in this introductory unit of history which is ideal for the first few weeks of instruction. The unit is meant to prepare students for the nation wide contest associated with History Day.

Ninth graders read and examine narratives, review chronologies, consider ideas, and analyze trends in order to understand the past and present.  In this American History lesson plan, 9th graders examine cause and effect, review...

This is a game using the artwork of Claude Monet to chronologically arrange events occurring in France and the United States on time lines. Students discuss the probable differences, cause and effect relationships, and similarities,...

Students research songs from the past to learn about historical events. In this music history lesson, students conduct a survey on the Star-Spangled Banner, research the song and history on various websites, and research songs in the...