Students explore the concept of entrepreneurship. In this entrepreneurship instructional activity, students read an article about a man who turned a magazine company into a success. Students compare and contrast two companies, one that...

Students study entrepreneurship in space. In this space science lesson, students discuss an article provided and explain why their senses are important to finding opportunities. Students list three possible opportunities in the...

Students explore the concept of entrepreneurship. In this entrepreneurship activity, students read an article about a small shoe company who manages to compete with the show giants. Students discuss why this small shoe company has found...

Students view videos, read, and fill in charts about agriculture production. In this agriculture lesson plan, students complete these agriculture activities and explore careers in agriculture.

Students investigate the attributes of scientists. In this scientific process lesson, students participate in a classroom activity that requires them to describe the jobs of scientists. Students discuss their findings. 

Students research the causes and effects of world hunger on children. In this world hunger lesson, students discuss causes and effects of hunger around the world and research a specific area affected by hunger. Students prepare a...

Learners participate in activities to develop life skills related to gender equity.  In this gender equity activity, students examine the roles of people using hats. Learners will role play various occupations related to the hats....

How do people form their opinions about certain social issues? Scholars research current global issues to find out how psychology plays a role in swaying thoughts. Using blogs, writings, and presentations, they uncover why people think...

Students explore the concept of credit. In this credit lesson, students discuss the necessities to start-up a new business. Students discuss cost of a new business, loans, and credit. Students create their own business and apply what...

Students design a web that shows the interactions between the living and non-living parts of the environment. They determine what an environment is and how engineers work together to solve problems. They complete a tally chart that they...

Students investigate the fixed and variable costs that entrepreneurs face. They examine how entrepreneurs identify and control their costs in order to make a profit by completing a number of included activities.

Students calculate fixed and variable costs. In this costs lesson, students read a case study about an entrepreneur and her business costs. Individuals complete the provided worksheets to find costs and make related business decisions....

Students explore choosing a career and living on a budget. They receive an alternative identity and must make choices and decisions based upon given situations. Students research possible solutions, and use spreadsheet technology to...

Students participate in a tag game involving aspects of the Hanukkah holiday. They discuss the basic tenets of Hanukkah, then play the tag game, with the Candle Makers as taggers and the students tagged freezing into position as candles.

Students practice throwing beanbags at moving targets. They work in pairs and aim at particular targets. They participate in a game utilizing the color of the beanbag and their dexterity.

Students analyze how education relates to the selection of college majors, the job market, and future training. In this career exploration lesson, students search an occupation and employment database for a specific school subject....

High schoolers research the role that education, family values, and respect for civic duty played in forming the leadership skills of the Taft family. They list and examine jobs held by William Howard Taft before he became president.

With questionnaires, check lists, and supplemental activities, this guide has it all. Intended to expose high schoolers to the wonders of college life, teachers are prompted to have learners visit a college campus. And, this 20-page...

We often see other countries depicted in movies, but getting a close look at a typical day in the life of a young person from another country isn't as common. Give your pupils such a look with a resource that helps class members...

Fifth graders solve career word problems using math.

Students explore entrepreneurs of Nebraska. In this business and social studies lesson, students research Nebraska entrepreneurs to discover the history of their successful company.

Learners identify the factors of starting a business. In this business lesson, students interview a local entrepreneur and discuss the factors that influenced their decision to start a business. Learners create a composition based upon...

Students research a specific career and have the opportunity to gain new information, utilize electronic technology, and write a grade-level appropriate paper.