Students plot slope fields. In this introduction to slope fields lesson, students plot 12 slope fields for given differential equations.

Learners investigate properties of regular polygons. In this geometry lesson, your class will use a graphing calculator and parametric equations to construct regular polygons and investigate the relationship between the measure of...

Learners analyze and record data. For this lesson about graphing and gathering data, students learn about the step of an experiment. Learners learn new vocabulary, sort beans, record the data, and graph the data. Students add a variable...

Students investigate the effects of litter on the environment. In this environmental lesson plan, students read the statistics on pollution and identify the effects it has on the Earth. Students develop a plan to clean up their local...

Learners play a game called Philanthropy EconAround Bingo and learn how to make smart money choices. In this money choices lesson plan, students play the game and discuss what choices would be better than others to maximize their money.

Learners examine energy efficiency and how they use energy at home.  In this energy conservation lesson students complete several science activities that give learners a better understanding of energy.

Students identify the basics of photography and complete photography activities. For this photography lesson, students invite a professional photographer to the class and use disposable cameras to take the given list of images. Students...

Students explore the concepts of family and community. In this diversity lesson, students read Bear About Town and then design and build their own classroom neighborhood homes out of individual shoeboxes.

Eighth graders use the Internet to research the important people in history of blood transfusions. For this blood transfusions lesson students prepare and present an oral presentation of their research. 

Learners practice pantomime movements. In this body awareness lesson, students discover how to convey emotions through physical movements. Learners practice conveying happiness and sadness through...

Learners explore the depths of the Gulf of Mexico. In this deep-sea habitat lesson, students construct edible models of deep-sea habitats as they bake cakes that include representations of the habitats and the organisms that live there....

Students study how organisms that live in cold seep communities get energy from methane.  In this organism lesson students write a brief report and identify oxidation reduction reactions and explain if these are dependent of...

Students record observations gathered while at a national wildlife refuge. In this instructional activity on wildlife refuges, students choose an observation spot and record seasonal changes throughout the year.

Students determine what to do with money. In this personal finance instructional activity, students discuss budgeting, savings, and loans with their instructor. Students then participate in classroom activities that require them to...

Learners prepare to take the GED by reviewing basic math concepts. In this geometry lesson, students review vocabularies such as formula, perimeter, circumference and other important geometric terms. They convert between the English and...

Compare and contrast the ideologies of Malcolm X and Martin Luther King, Jr. Middle schoolers conduct research regarding civil rights and rhetorical strategies used in political speechs. They examine the strategies that both men employed...

Scholars demonstrate their knowledge of root words aqua and aud, and develop vocabulary skills by completing of a chart, handout, and worksheet using creative thinking skills, a dictionary, and a thesaurus.   

Students engage in a discussion on watershed management.  In this ecology lesson, students consider the role of forests in water quality.  Students incorporate lecture material into a class room discussion and...

Students engage in an interactive play scenario. They are the new managers of a fictional city and live in a place where nothing is recycled. Students are faced with various problems that need to be solved. They work together to propose...

Young scholars examine all sides of the issues surrounding wildland fire. Groups assume the roles of different people who must decide what to do about a fictitious wildfire. They have a discussion to analyze the issue. A good, real life...

Students examine the interdependence of animal life and the environment. In this Kansas prairies lesson, students read background information on prairies and complete a worksheet to identify the main idea.

Pupils explore the concept of being a recording artist. In this recording artist lesson plan, students determine the costs of producing various music products such as a demo tape, 8-track tape, and a record deal. Pupils discuss supply,...

Students examine test preparation strategies for taking standardized exams. They determine the purpose for the tests, discover time management skill, and work on proper test attitudes. Finally, they design a test for a classmate.

Students watch a Powerpoint presentation on public spending. After a discussion, they compose a written comparison of the public sector spending plans of the three major British political parties.