In these American West worksheets, students read passages about Brigham Young leading the Mormons west. Students then answer 9 questions about the text.

Second graders examine compost piles and what invertebrates help decompose the organic matter.  In this compost invertebrates lesson students collect invertebrates found in a compost pile and examine them. 

In this finding the differences worksheet, learners read the steps to solving subtraction problems with zeros in the ones place, and subtract two-digit numbers. Students solve 12 problems. 

Students observe a composting box. For this soil lesson, students create a composting bin by using a bin, newspaper, worms, and food scraps. Students create a composting food web.

Second graders examine two-dimensional shapes using their characteristics. In this shapes lesson, 2nd graders identify similarities and differences by using cut out shapes, diagrams, mirrors, and graphic organizers.

In this global warming quiz worksheet, students compete a set of 12 multiple choice questions. Page contains a links to answers and additional activities.

Second graders practice with fractions and fact families. For this fractions and fact families lesson, 2nd graders participate in a series of activities to assist them with understanding fractions.  Activities include graphing,...

Second graders identify insects and plants in the forest ecosystem in a structured field trip with stations and activity booklets.  In this bugs lesson, 2nd graders explore the ecosystem of the forest, complete the booklet and play...

In this chemistry worksheet, learners complete 10 problems on equilibrium. They calculate equilibrium constants and concentration of products and reactants.

Second graders explore number values by completing estimation problems in class. In this place value instructional activity, 2nd graders identify the use of decimals in numbers and how they relate to fractions or parts of a whole....

Students explore number values by completing consumer math worksheets. For this math functions lesson, students identify the use of a decimal in numbers and the place values that are represented when dealing with money. Students complete...

Students study related addition and subtraction facts. In this math lesson, students use related addition and subtraction to solve problems. Students use manipulatives to explore fact families.

Students examine soil erosion and what causes it.  In this soil instructional activity students complete several experiments on soil erosion and the weathering process. 

Learners explore mold, the different types and the health risks that they pose.  In this mycelium lesson students grow different molds and see which type of foods mold the fastest. 

Learners design and conduct investigations that illustrate the effect bioremediation has on organic matter and determine environmental applications. They, in groups, present their findings to the class.

Young scholars examine the effects of nitrates and phosphates on the dissolved oxygen levels in different water sources. In this series of 3 lessons, they consider the reasons for nitrate and phosphate level increases and their effects...

Students research carnivorous plants and how they trap insects. They role play as botanists to write a research field guide about a newly discovered imaginary carnivorous plant.

Students work in small groups to investigate the topic, make a visual aid, and present to the class. They are given the following four topics: Worms and other decomposers, taking care of a worm box, waster and recycling, and...

Students recognize that plants and soils have a close relationship. They view a photo essay on the common practice and natural process of composting. Afterwards, they observe the process of plant decay over the course of several days.

In this math worksheet, students look for the answers to the addition with fractions of the same denominator. There is a button at the top of the page for the answers.

Add 30 sets of mixed fractions that have common denominators. Elementary math minds get plenty of practice with this printable page. You will find the answers provided with the click of a box in the upper left corner of the web page.

This straightforward worksheet simply provides practice subtracting mixed numbers. There are 18 problems to solve, all of which deal with common denominators. Not exciting, but serves its purpose.

Students study bacteria and the role it plays in the ecosystem.  In this bacteria instructional activity students research the roles bacteria has and submit a chart. 

Learners put items in a plastic bag and watch the effects of composting. While completing the experiment, students answer questions and ask permission to start their own compost pile at home.