Learners explore oceanography by conducting an environmental experiment in class. In this oil spill lesson, students discuss the human need for oil and what is at stake when we drill for oil in our oceans. Learners read a book in class...

Students create a safety podcast. In this safety lesson, students in a robotics lab are introduced to the safety rules for each station. They create a podcast about one station explaining the rules with video, graphics, voice and sound...

In this ESL/ELL reading comprehension instructional activity, students read or listen to an article entitled, "Obama Says BP Must Pay for Oil Spill Clean-up." They participate in discussion activities, and complete a variety of question...

Students read a story about fire safety and create their own ending to the story in order to learn about fire escape plans and to demonstrate their writing skills. In this fire safety lesson, students discuss the parts of a story, read...

Young scholars read the book Miss Mingo and the Fire Drill and do fire safety activities that go with the book. In this fire safety activity, students read the given book and do fire safety activities that include stop, drop, and roll...

Third graders learn about fire safety in the home in order to plan escape routes while avoiding smoke inhalation. In this fire safety lesson, 3rd graders first discuss a smoke detector and its purpose, and then discover the importance of...

Students use a six-step problem solving method to design a box/container. They are given the criteria for evaluation when presented with the problem. Students keep a notebook on processes, procedures, material, cost, design, machines,...

Young scholars explore the importance of a milling machine. They identify the major components of a milling machine, explain its importance to the industry and proper maintenance. In groups, students gather information about the milling...

In this physical science exploration, small groups place a piece of antacid tablet into a film canister and step back to time how long it takes for the top to pop. They repeat the activity, altering either the amount or temperature of...

Fifth graders research life in Alaska and compare life there to their lives in this activity. They read "Julie of the Wolves." They research through the novel and other reference books facts about the Alaskan climate and geography. ...

Students create a bird feeder to form their technological skills and create a better bond with nature. In this nature lesson plan, students use websites, technology, brainstorm ideas, and build models.