Student are able to devise and use problem solving strategies to explore problems systematically and mathematically. They also form and solve various types of equations. This lesson requires some prior knowledge of equations.

Students investigate real world examples of media law issues. In this media law instructional activity, students read Janet Cooke’s feature and respond to the writing. Students read articles by Stephen Glass to highlight facts...

Students analyze poems about death. In this poetry analysis lesson, students read poems from both Dylan Thomas and A.E. Housman and analyze them in groups for common poetic devices. Students present their analysis and complete a Venn...

Students compare and contrast tabloid and broadsheet papers. In this journalism lesson, students examine how techniques and form differs from one type of publication to the other. The culminating activity is for students to take what...

Students explore the importance of using transitional phrases in their writing. They discuss why transitions are important to their writing and various types of transitions that they can use. Students practice using transitions in their...

Seventh graders write a five paragraph persuasive essay on a contemporary civic-life issue.

If the extent of your class' economic knowledge is the five-dollar bill they spent on lunch, then this presentation will be a good introduction to economics. From the basics of policy economics versus theoretical economics, to the...

What better way to learn about fractions than with a couple pizzas? Help Jessica figure out how much of the pizza she has eaten, while teaching your class that fractions refer to a specific whole amount. This problem will be challenging...

Students become familiar with basic facts and behavior of the American Bald Eagle using a combination of classroom presentation, Video, Internet searching, "hands on" computer activity, and touching of feathers and displays.

Students examine how films and media affect their body image. They identify their own definition of body image and research the topic. They discover the importance of using both fact and opinion sources.

Third graders use various media (newspapers, magazines, brochures, catalogs, etc.) to distinguish fact from opinion

Students identify the elements of child abuse and neglect. Using this information, they relate it to the laws in their home state. They read scenerios and ask questions to determine if child abuse is present. They review the trial...

Students use a graphic organizer, a T-chart, to contrast two types of government. They list facts about the two governments, and explain and defend their choice of facts to include.

Students practice addition facts. In this addition lesson, students get an addition problem to solve. If they get it correct, they open up a door on a gingerbread house which gives a decoration to add to a gingerbread man. 

Students locate place in Canada and explore highlights of early of early American exploration and settlement. In this North American history lesson, students locate provinces, major cities, and physical features of Canada....

Second graders explore the inverse relationship of addition and subtraction in a "hands-on" activity based on the fact families of ones, twos and threes.

Third graders explore their addition and subtraction skills. In this number sense lesson plan, 3rd graders analyze different scoring possibilities for a basketball game. This lesson plan incorporates the use a video titled...

Students practice math, language, and music skills. In this interdisciplinary instructional activity, students learn the song "Roll Over!" practicing repeating word patterns and subtraction skills. Students improvise in the...

Third graders begin learning about multiplication using arrays. In this multiplication with arrays lesson, 3rd graders interact with tiles on the overhead as they follow the teacher in making arrays. They write multiplication sentences...

Sixth graders demonstrate the ability to process and evaluate content from a variety of sources and apply comprehension skills to the material read. They organize information for practical use and design and develop an informational...

Students use a library research activity to research the fifty United States. In this library research lesson, students complete a unit of lessons where they research and study the fifty states in the United States. Students research the...

Students examine journalism and its different styles.  In this effective communication instructional activity students create an editorial message and articulate an article.

Students use maps, lecture and discussion to explore the unique contributions to the U.S. resulting from the purchase of the Louisiana Territory. They complete worksheets, label maps and participate in discussion groups.

Fifth graders investigate the concepts of composite and prime numbers. They factor different numbers and determine the number of factors for each. Based upon this information the number is declared prime or composite.