In this derivative worksheet, students estimate the derivative of given functions. They identify the slope, the rate of change find the slope of a parabola. This two-page worksheet contains definitions, examples and five problems,

Students explore visual arts by examining a diorama in class. In this geography lesson, students examine an island off the coast of New Zealand and identify the physical attributes of the land. Students answer study questions...

Students study color, acrylic painting and abstract art.

Fifth graders arrange the classroom using all the moveable objects and through the exploration of area and perimeter. They determine the area of the classroom, create and label model pieces of furniture using graph paper, and create a...

Students plot numbers on a number line. In this negative numbers lesson, students create their own number line. Students discuss the concept of negative numbers and plot some on their number lines. Students create true and false...

Students explore the Earth's crust by researching pH levels and acidity. In this environmental safety lesson, students identify the pros and cons of acidity within soil and how it affects plants. Students collaborate in a pH level...

In this bar graph learning exercise, students analyze a data table and bar graph depicting information about stickers collected. Students answer 5 questions about the data displayed.

In this angle constructions worksheet, 6th graders solve and complete 4 various types of problems. First, they construct a perpendicular bisector of two points. Then, students construct an angle bisector for the angle shown. In addition,...

In this Indian music worksheet, 7th graders fill in 8 blanks using the words from the word bank at the bottom of the page. They use words such as melody, sitar, tala, and pattern. They complete an extension lesson that focuses on Indian...

Students learn the different kinds of bears, discover how bears move, andlearn what bears eat. They also explore bear habitats and list the differences between real bears and imaginary or fantasy bears

Students create spreadsheets and bar graphs based on results of survey of favorite holidays.

Fifth graders organize and display information in bar graph form using appropriate labels. Each student receives a box of Valentine heart candies, a worksheet of the tally chart and a worksheet of the bar graph.

Young scholars discuss the impact of environmental change on people and culture; create musical instruments that reflect cultural influences. apply musical concepts, evaluate Internet resources, and make a meaningful presentation.

Students view a video that presents the biogeochemical cycle of nitrogen. They compare types of soils and consider how different fertilizers affect soil composition.

Students examine the origins of rice production in the South. They identify the steps involved in rice cultivation, examine photos of plantation life, conduct interviews, and research the economic base of their own community.

Young scholars study what electricity can do and what some of the associated dangers are.

Students compare the violence in ancient Rome and the violence in American society today. They research and write an essay that requires comparison and contrast techniques as well as supporting personal opinions about violence in our...

Students participate in hands-on activities dealing with what lives in the ocean. They also read literature about the oceans.

Students review, create, and inquire about dinosaurs, the fossilization process, and paleontology by successfully completing each of six classroom stations.

Students identify the structure and key parts of tables and charts. They determine which data is meanjngful and make comparisons with the data. They describe the scope of the AIDS plague throughout the world.

Learners create a portrait of a woman from our current era. They discuss what they would include in a portrait for our era in the U.S., list current trends and styles, and create a modern-day "Mona Lisa" portrait.

Students create original works of art using their knowledge of Georgia O'Keeffe's artwork, flowers, pencils, crayons, and pastels in this K-6 Art lesson plan. The lesson plan includes Georgia O'Keeffe resource links and a recommended...

Students define the boundaries of their community by comparing the community's official boundaries with other historical, political, physical, and perceived boundaries of the area and create a community map.

Students discuss the origin of various maps focusing on the values behind them. Students also explore how human needs and geography influence community settlement patterns. Students extend learning by creating and mapping their own ideal...