Young scholars study probability and statistics by conducting an experiment, recording their results, and sharing data with classmates.

Young scholars practice rereading selected passages to improve their reading fluency. Working in pairs, students read and reread decodable, leveled passages. They complete center activities in groups of four in order to aid in decoding...

Young scholars explore the concept of the rock cycle.  In this geology activity, students identify, classify, and observe three different types of rocks.  Young scholars then list and char the characteristics of their rocks. 

Students replace nouns, verbs, pronouns, and adjectives in a poem. They identify the parts of speech, and rewrite the poem using their own selection of parts of speech.

First graders construct a class picture graph and tally grid that show their favorite zoo animals. They discuss the information the graphs show and complete a personal graph based on the class example.

In this data worksheet, students answer multiple choice questions about charts and graphs. Students answer 10 questions total.

Students determine which adaptations allow an organism to survive and reproduce in a certain environment. Students act as "predators" to pick up acetate discs "prey" scattered around the classroom. Students list the number found, the...

Learners explore Ultraviolet detecting beads and conduct several investigations with them.  In this investigative lesson students participate in an experiment to see the harmful effects of UV light and discuss their findings. 

Students share what type of fruit and vegetables they like. In this adult health lesson, students explain the benefits of eating healthy foods. They discuss recipe ideas that can be done at home.

Students write a description of a flag. In this writing lesson, students pick a flag and write a description of it. Students should include colors and symbols present on the flag. Students share their descriptions and the class must...

Students conduct a pH probe of various household products including both bases and acids. In groups, they use litmus paper to test such liquids as amonia, vinegar, and detergent to discover which are acids and which are bases. Finally,...

First graders explore how they can help their muscles and bones grow strong through the use of physical activity.

Students perform simple field tests on a variety of minerals and use their results and a given data chart to determine which mineral each specimen is.

Students study the four different seasons: fall, winter, spring, and summer. They match the seasons with pictures that relate to them developing an understanding of the differences. They then complete the worksheet about the seasons.

Learners read Chickens Aren't the Only Ones by Ruth Heller. They complete a variety of cross-curricular activities surrounding the study of animals that come from eggs. Included are reading, art, math, science, writing, social studies,...

In this graphing and interpretation learning exercise set, students draw charts that are either blank or outlined that show information about students' favorite zoo animals. They answer questions based on the data in 15 examples.

Students explore counting and graphing. In this math lesson plan, students practice counting from 1-25 and are exposed to two types of graphs: the pie graph and the bar graph. Students use Skittles to represent a variety of measurements.

Students explore the daily life of the American Cowboy in the 1800's and compare it to the life of the Native Americans.

Learners create punctuation marks using different sizes and shapes of macaroni. They show their understanding of proper use of quotation marks.

Students read "Tuck Everlasting" by Natalie Babbitt. They create an advertisement for the spring water described in the story.

Eighth graders explore and demonstrate the seven steps of the scientific method. They predict how much sugar is in chewing gum and test, analyze, and calculate the sugar content of gum.

Learners collaborate in heterogeneous groups with each student having a different role. They comprehend the relationship between the frequency and wavelength of light. They record their observations in a table that is included on this...

Students use flash cards to match the mother names to the baby names for farm animals. In a designated "barn" in the room, students simulate being mothers, fathers, and babies. The baby must find his mother and father. Students visit...

Students participate in a role play in which they are shopping for souvenirs in the Middle East. Using maps, they locate the Middle East and identify each country within the region. They create a key map for the types of souvenirs that...