Eighth graders write descriptively by using various adjectives in describing a friend to an English speaking pen-pal.

Students describe locations accurately, and draw a Brigham Young University campus map.

Students use the present progressive to describe what they're doing at a specific moment in time.

Students create a computerized design by flipping the same design pattern vertically and horizontally into 4 different squares.

Students are introduced to and practice high-frequency patterns of language that will help them perform in real life situations. They enact in a role play situation with the teacher and then with partners.

Learners practice naming the date using the proper words for the days of the week, months, and associated ordinal numbers. They examine how to put words in the proper order to state the date and how to fill out forms.

Students initially engage in online research and consult print materials to identify a compound to produce. Once a selection has been made, individually, students conduct lab experiments to isolate substances. The end product is a...

Students are challenged to create optical illusions using using cut-outs. The activity provokes thoughtful discussion about scale.

Students express their opinions on the danger from HIV. They study appropriate speaking techniques and become aware what it feels like to learn that they have been infected with an incurable, fatal disease. The share personal...

Students chose a special topic of interest. They check the card catalog to see how many books are available in the school library on the chosen topic and lists them alphabetically. They take the list to the library and check the card...

Students role-play the role of a student who does not comprehend the language the lesson is being instructed in. Using the internet, they research the characteristics, distribution and migration of human populations over time. In groups,...

Students identify 5 types of Seminole foods, illustrating the types of food on paper plates, bowls, and cups. Students explain their favorite foods and identify plants and animals that are part of the Seminole diet.

Students study the Oneida song "Touch the Wind". They discuss the meaning and sentiment of the piece. Students use important singing techniques including good breathing, dynamics, and pitch. Students illustrate of the meaning of the song.

Students work in groups to research the characteristics of various myths and legends. They read tales, illustrate them, record oral storytelling efforts and write an original folktale. Students then invite parents to a dramatic...

Students explore a thematic unit to strengthen literacy skills. The search for literacy is based upon the using of myths and legends to encourage the appreciation for other cultures. The varued activities strengthen literacy by engaging...

Students are introduced to the names and colors of eight fruits. They participate in jazz chants, discuss favorite fruits, match vocabulary cards, complete a worksheet and write in journals.

Students work together to identify and research the country and culture of origin for each member of a group in a new ESL class. They organize the researched information in a poster and present their findings to the class.

Pupils learn about the community by engaging in a market shopping project. The instructional activity is for EL learners and key vocabulary is given. The teaching method is using the Spanish and English languages to increase literacy.

Students research a vacation to the state of Florida in order to acquire language skills. They also use the internet to create an imaginary vacation. Literacy is improved through student engagement and language is related to American...

Students practice a system that may help them understand more and remember more terms when they read. The reading of text is developed as a skill that second language learners need.

Ninth graders explore the various types and replication patterns of viruses. Using an interactive web-based textbook, 9th graders research viruses and their replication patterns. When their research is complete, students use a drawing...

Students identify and label parts of a plant. They will construct a plant from art material and describe the purpose of each part for the plants survival. Students author a book with pictures and words or a story about a plant.

Third graders will sing 2 songs that are written and played by the teacher and relate to the task of measuring.They recognize and pick up a 1-foot standard ruler and be able to identify the marks on the ruler, including inch and parts of...

Students explore and respond to poetry. They define and identify synonyms and anotnyns. They create antonym pairs in English. They create synonym pairs in English and Spanish.