First graders examine rocks. In this rock lesson, 1st graders look at the properties of rocks and classify them. They discover the three types of rocks: sedimentary, metamorphic, and igneous.

Students name numbers to 30, use the number keys on the computer, use manipulatives to add, and add numbers in any order. In this addition lesson plan, students learn the language of sum, equals, and a plus sign.

Third graders display information in a graph, table, and chart. In this data lesson plan, 3rd graders look at graphs, tables, and charts, discuss their importance, and make their own.

First graders make an "All About Me" book. In this high fluency words lesson plan students use a computer program to create a book about themselves. Students write their own text.

Students look at the properties of snow. In this snow lesson, students discuss what they know about snow and what makes snow melt. They come up with ideas to slow the melting process of snow. 

Third graders pretend they are museum planners and have to display facts about Lewis and Clarks' Expedition. In this Lewis and Clark lesson plan, 3rd graders research the expedition and display their findings.

First graders practice writing colorful sentences. In this writing mechanics lesson plan, 1st graders use the SmartBoard to write sentences and draw illustrations next to their sentences. Students develop a rubric to help them understand...

Second graders solve story problems. In this story problem lesson plan, 2nd graders solve the problems and explain how they came up with their answers. They create their own story problems to be solved.

Students investigate the five senses. In this five senses lesson, students answer essential questions about the use of the five senses as they interact with their environment. They use a computer software program to make a concept web...

Fifth graders investigate the significance of buffalo in Native American society. For this Native American history lesson, 5th graders discuss construct a survey to identify what should be learned about buffalo and buffalo ranching....

Fifth graders research and present a paper about vertebrates. In this research and writing lesson, 5th graders research information about vertebrates which they include in a paper and presentation. They determine how to present relevant...

Students see the flag as a symbol. In this flag lesson plan, students look at the flag to see different patterns and shapes. They review the importance of the flag and its meaning to the United States. 

Fourth graders compare the tribal nations of North Dakota. In this tribal life lesson, 4th graders explore the many different tribes native to North Dakota. By the end of their study, students should be able to explain how the tribal...

Second graders investigate weather. In this weather lesson, 2nd graders discover how to read a temperature gauge, keep track of the weather, and find out how the weather affects their day. They work individually and in partners to make...

Young scholars complete a vocabulary chart, review proper/common nouns, discuss and review comparative adjectives and make "self to text" connections before reading. In this language arts lesson, comprehension questions are completed...

Students complete activities with the book The Story of Sitting Bull by Jeffrey A. Rucker. In this literature lesson, students review new vocabulary and practice finding capital letters. They read the story, answer...

Students complete pre reading, writing, during reading, and interdisciplinary activities for the book The Legend of the Blue Bonnet. In this reading lesson plan, students complete journal entries, go over vocabulary, answer short answer...

Third graders complete activities for the book The Legend of the Indian Paintbrush, by Tomie dePaola. In this literature lesson, the students read the story and summarize the main events. They look for story elements focusing on the...

Students answer "essential questions" to establish background and prior knowledge of the book, "A River Ran Wild." In this language arts lesson, 3rd graders complete a graphic organizer of vocabulary words and read and take notes at...

In this Abraham Lincoln worksheet, students read the passage about Abraham Lincoln and answer short answer questions about him. Students complete 4 questions total.

Seventh graders discover the purpose of dream catchers. In this Native American customs lesson, 7th graders read stories that feature dream catchers, discuss their significance, and then create their own.

Sixth graders explore world history by utilizing a SMART board. In this Greek history lesson, 6th graders read different Ancient Greece scenarios and match them with a selection from a list of probable outcomes. Students identify Mt....

In this current events worksheet, students analyze a political cartoon about the influence of the Internet and respond to 3 talking point questions.

Students compare and contrast modern-day Turkey with historical Ottoman culture. In this world civilization lesson, students create concept maps that allow them to compare the cultures, discuss leadership qualities, and create travel...