Curated OER
Introducing the Olympian Gods
Students compare and contrast characteristics of the Olympians with the character of the One True God. In this mythology activity students work in groups and are assigned one god and one myth to compare and contrast to God.
Curated OER
Settlements
Fifth graders discover colonial life. In this settlements lesson plan, 5th graders read a case study and research colonial life. Students present their findings and perspective from the view of Samuel Daggett.
Curated OER
Butterfly Camouflage
Fifth graders discuss camouflage and warnings by butterflies as a class. Students design and color their own butterflies that they are to place somewhere in the classroom. Students explain why their butterfly is colored the way that it...
HotChalk
Hot Chalk: Lesson Plans Page: Following Directions
Through this lesson plan, students demonstrate their understanding of the importance of following directions.
Better Lesson
Better Lesson: Counting 0 7
Students learn how to count up to 7 objects independently by following oral directions and modeling given by the teacher. This lesson contains a detailed plan, examples of student work, and a downloadable exit ticket to assess...
Better Lesson
Better Lesson: Counting 0 5
Students learn how to count up to 5 objects independently by following oral directions and modeling given by the teacher. This lesson includes a detailed plan, examples of student work, and a printable exit ticket to assess understanding.
Better Lesson
Better Lesson: Counting 0 2
Students learn how to count up to 2 objects independently by following oral directions and modeling given by the teacher. They also are exposed to the concept of zero. This lesson includes a detailed plan, examples of student work, and a...
Can Teach
Can Teach Student Activity: A Variety of Bug Catchers
This web site presents four different sets of directions for how to make bug catchers. Teachers could use these to direct students, or students can follow the directions on their own.
Can Teach
Can Teach: Follow Directions and Draw
In this lesson plan students will practice and understand the importance of giving and listening to clear and concise directions. Lesson plan indicated for 3rd grade and above.
Better Lesson
Better Lesson: Counting 0 10
Students will be able to count up to 10 objects independently using oral directions and modeling by the teacher. This lesson plan contains detailed plans, pictures of student work, and a printable exit ticket to assess understanding.
PBS
Wgbh: Peep and the Big Wide World: Games: Sounds Like Fun!
Cleverly animated game that alerts young learners to the musical sounds all around them in their everyday environments. A useful exercise in helping children understand sound patterns and repetitive beats and the meaning of start and...
PBS
Wgbh: Peep and the Big Wild World: Games: Where's Quack?
Hide-and-seek game instructs players to find Quack, a purple duck, in a series of different landscapes. [All instructions and prompts are voiced, not written, making this an excellent resource for English language learners who need...
PBS
Wgbh: Peep and the Big Wild World: Games: Trash Stash
Cleverly animated sorting game introduces young learners to the mathematical concepts of comparing, sorting, and grouping. [All instructions and prompts are voiced, not written, making this an excellent resource for English language...
Books in the Classroom
Carol Hurst's Children's Literature Site: Eric Carle
What do you know about Eric Carle, the author? This Carol Hurst site highlights some interesting facts about this author's life and refers to some of his books.