Fifth graders examine how the merchants of the city allowed the economy to flourish. Using primary sources, they discover how international trade helped to develop the United States. They also identify the role of Elias Hasket Derby, a...

Fifth graders examine the role of Salem's merchants. Using the live of Elias Hasket Derby, they identify how he helped open up Salem's ports to the world and how it helped America grow as a country. Reading primary source documents, they...

Pupils distribute copies of a survey to the local community about famous women. They gather the data and present it in a clear way. They examine the community's view on different issues.

High schoolers work together to develop a hypothesis on the natural and applied hybridization of certain species in an ecosystem. Using the internet, they research this topic and read any recent articles or studies. They must note the...

Students use the internet to research articles on garbage, landfills and the environment. In groups, they identify ways to conserve or recycle materials found in landfills and determine the future of a local landfill. They share their...

High schoolers create individual works of art using cow cut-outs as their canvas in this hilarious lesson ideal for the High School Art or Art History classroom. The lesson includes resource links and can be adapted for any animal or...

Second graders create hearts using stencils, pastels, construction paper, and tracing and cutting techniques in this Art lesson for the 2nd grade classroom. Emphasis is placed on the concept of repeating patterns. An ideal lesson for...

Students experiment using abstract art techniques, tennis balls, and tempera paint in this excellent, outdoor art activity for the early-elementary classroom. The resulting art prints can be displayed predominantly in the classroom.

Students create watermelon slices using red construction paper, paints, and watermelon rinds in this excellent elementary lesson for the end of the school year. The class is also able to enjoy eating watermelon slices during the activity.

Explore the historic and cultural context of the foundations of the United States of America. They identify the political and scientific contributions of early American scientists.

Students examine the concept of surface tension.  In this surface tension lesson students complete several experiments to allow them to better understand surface tension. 

Students examine how heat moves from substance to another.  In this heat absorption lesson students identify ways that heat is transferred and analyze data.

Students study Manuel de Zavala and his role in the history of Texas. In this character education lesson plan, students read about Manuel Lorenzo and underline the responsibilities he took on in his life. Students then answer questions...

Learners use a stamped shape image to create a piece of imaginative art. In this stamped art lesson plan, students use a stamped shape as a starting point to create their own imaginative piece of art that incorporates the stamped shape.

Students study the basics of trucks and transportation vehicles. In this transportation vehicles instructional activity, students study pictures of basic key truck components and recognize differences between various product...

Students participate in an activity that allows them to better get to know each other. In this inquiry lesson students use a psychomotor activity to better know their classmates.

This resource provides information about the advances in musical instruments, and those who have helped their evolution.

Students create a design by connecting points in the coordinate plane. They then program their calculators to display their designs.

Students learn to use pattern blocks to build a two dimensional design, and use the calculator to determine the value of the design.

in this activity, students calculate the molar enthalpy of dissolving for three ionic solids, and use this information to design a cold pack. In this experiment they measure the heat changes which occur from various salts dissolving in...

In this activity, students will design, conduct, and report the outcome of an experiment in which they investigate some factor that affects the rate of reaction between baking soda and vinegar. The dynamic nature of the reaction, coupled...

Students plot points then use regression lines to design a vehicle.

This challenge is to build a four-stringed musical instrument that can play a tune on different pitches.

This set contains statistics questions regarding experiments and experimental design. The student becomes familiar with the various elements of experimental design.