Students begin the lesson by putting themselves into different groups based on different criteria. As a class, they brainstorm a list of characteristics in which they all share. To end the lesson, they discuss how it felt to be put in...

In this science investigation worksheet, students learn about balancing points and center of gravity by making a cardboard acrobatic clown using the directions and pattern provided.

Students identify various instruments and styles of music from South India-Kerala. In this music lesson, students discover main languages of South India and the Kathakali dance drama. Students discuss the types of singers and dancers in...

Students determine whether the Constitution should be ratified. In this U.S. Constitution lesson, students research the roles of famous Federalists and Antifederalists in order to prepare them to participate in a classroom simulation...

Twelfth graders write a thesis regarding a modern artist of their choice for a 15-20 multi-media presentation. For this lesson students create a Power Point, video, or some other visual representation studying an artist or modern...

Students use dance as a form of communication. In this meanings of dance lesson, students create dances to communicate a variety of emotions.

For this online interactive English vocabulary skills worksheet, students answer 10 fill in the blank questions regarding circus-related terms. Students may submit their answers to be scored.

Students create art from recycled materials. In this visual arts lesson, students follow the provided steps to create their own tin can artwork.

Young scholars study examples of portrait art. In this portrait lesson, students read about the technique of portrait art and study examples of the portraits. Young scholars then practice portrait art.

Students participate in a mock investigation in which they must interview and record data given by 3 people ("witnesses") in an effort to triangulate the location of a meteorite.

Students delve into science fiction. In this Doctor Who lesson, students discuss the success of the British television show and then create pieces of writing and art that characterize Doctor Who. Students also visit selected websites to...

Students investigate the concept of a market. They produce a dramatization to simulate the daily activities found inside. Students ask questions about the price, location, and use of items. The acting strengthens communication skills and...

Students watch the film, "Rauschenber, The Other ROCI," and record information they need as they consider the themes. They create an art project that uses several different techniques to make a unified work.

Students dress and act as selected characters from Roald Dahl's "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory". They identify each other and make predictions about the upcoming chapters based on their observations about the characters.

Middle schoolers read a poem and are to write another poem using the words given. They are also to develop a monument and narrative of the bridge and its collapse.

Students read and discuss literature in class. They produce a script based upon the model shared during reading and discussion. Students shoot scenes for a final video project.

Students are given a word bank relating to theater. In this word bank lesson, students are introduced to a list of words and their definitions. Students then build their vocabulary regarding theatrical concepts.

Students research the life and times of William Shakespeare and present their research in a variety of ways. They make timelines, act out the story of one of his plays or create word searches.

Learners examine the Booker T. Washington commemorative coin and listen to a biography of Washington's life. They develop a list of reasons why his life was commemorated with a coin. They examine other coins and the lives and work of...

Eleventh graders analyze a Shakespeare soliloquy by writing a prose summary of it. They keep a character journal, following one character through the play and analyzing what the character does and says, as well as, might have done or...

Middle schoolers simulate a delegate that was responsible for the Constitution. They research their arguments, and stage a debate in front of the state's legislature (the class). The class then vote whether or not to ratify the new...

Fourth graders research a famous Michigan's using a variety of sources, encyclopedias, biographies, Internet resources, etc., to find out what the person was like and how they looked. They prepare written and oral reports working...

Pupils experience the art of basic quilting. They learn to blend a simple fabric screen base and add embellishments to create a personalized heirloom. Students use collections such as buttons, trims, photos and other craft supplies to...

Eighth graders complete a six-week unit on character analysis for the play "Twelfth Night" by William Shakespeare. They conduct research and write a report, participate in a book talk, and create a character analysis assignment to...