Eighth graders will create model drawings of bridges and integrate technology into the process of creating a visual representation. Technology is used in the industry of design and architecture. This instructional activity helps to...

First graders use an October calendar to trace numbers, trace letters, and identify dates as being in the past, present, and future. In this Social Studies lesson plan, 1st graders label events on the calendar in order to gain deeper...

Fifth graders solve a variety of math problems using division with remainders. They discuss the steps in the dividing algorithm and solve sample problems on the board. Students then solve division problems in teams, participating in a...

Students practice ordering numbers. In this number sense lesson, students collaborate to order whole numbers from greatest to least and least to greatest. Students also practice the concept by using educational software.

Seventh graders convert within the metric system of measurement.  In this seventh grade math/science lesson plan, 7th graders view a PowerPoint presentation that introduces metric conversion.  Students use the Stair-step...

Learners create geometric shapes with a jump rope. In this interdisciplinary lesson, students review the different shapes while getting some physical activity.

Fifth graders order decimals from least to greatest and greatest to least. In this decimal order instructional activity, 5th graders complete an online review of comparing 2 digit numbers. Students then complete a decimal order card game...

Students explore the contributions of women in the field of mathematics.  In this middle or high school mathematics lesson, students use their reading and listening skills to examine lesson targeted at the stereotype of women having...

Students, while using a graphing calculator, graph systems of conic sections as well as identify their solutions. They complete various word problems dealing with conic sections with their calculators. In addition, students sketch graphs...

Learners complete a set of CD-ROM's to introduce them to the flight program at NASA. In groups, they research a topic related to flight and put their information on a CD-ROM. To end the instructional activity, they share their material...

Students perform an experiment. In this combinations lesson, students complete an experiment where they find out how many ice cream cone combinations they can make with 5 different flavors of ice cream and 4 types of cones. They design a...

In this renewable energy worksheet, students put an X on their opinion on the energy source that will help the Earth's problems. Students have 5 energy sources to choose from and then complete math problems based on the results.

Students utilize a digital camera to record interesting objects in their environment.  For this ecology lesson, students participate in a mini-field trip around their campus as they take 2-3 pictures of the school environment....

Fourth graders explore number sense by completing word problems in class. In this estimation lesson, 4th graders define terms such as sum, difference, estimate and best. Students complete estimating worksheets based on the concept of...

Students practice the fundamentals of converting metric measurements. They translate a mathematical idea from one form to another and compare and convert a given measurement to another unit within the same measurement system. Students...

Fifth graders roll different sized cans down an inclined ramp in order to determine if the contents of a can affect the speed at which is rolls. In this physics lesson, 5th graders work in small groups to send each can down the ramp...

Students solve equations by taking the derivative. In this calculus instructional activity, students solve parametric equations implicitly. They use the TI-calculator to graph their equations.

Students, in groups, make chocolate chip cookies following a recipe.

Students examine and sort objects by specific attributes and apply prior knowledge. In this properties everywhere lesson, students work in groups to arrange objects in categories then discuss various sorting options while...

Fifth graders define vocabulary terms, identify the characteristics of a pillbug, and create a dichotomous key. Then they examine the pillbugs and make observations and record these observations. Finally, 5th graders observe specific...

Gardening geometers construct the formula for the area of a rectangle by viewing a video revolving around two young people, their lawn mowing business, and their need to charge by the square meter. A relevant real-life application activity!

Young scholars analyze data through graphs. They will complete a class survey on ice cream sundaes and tally and graph the responses. They then analyze the information from the class graph.

Designers measure their own rooms and produce a scale drawing. They use the Internet to visit sites to find the costs of purchasing new carpet, paint, or anything else they would like to add to their room. Using a $1500 budget, they will...

Demonstrate the meaning of an absolute inequality using three different methods. Here, scholars explore absolute value inequalities through graphing, number line distance, and compound inequalities. Pupils complete various activities to...