Fifth graders select Greek Mythological characters to research. They gather research and keep notes on Inspiration. Students are to answer the question, "Which mythological character do you feel is the most worthy of being a...

Using computers, Students work in small groups and progress through the roles of Explorer, Researcher, Designer, and Evaluator as they study the life cycle of plants, insects, butterflies and frogs.

Middle schoolers associate explorers with specific discoveries. They apply research skills to inquire about the explorers. Students switch roles with the instructor for the class to demonstrate what they have learned.

Students discover how technology is used in the workplace. In this careers lesson, students compare and contrast careers and how technology is incorporated into each of them. Students set goals to achieve their ideal career.

Students experiment with different bacterias that they found and make predictions of their growth.  For this investigative lesson students use petri dishes to grow their bacteria then summarize what has happened. 

Learners explore their creative writing skills. In this Cinderella writing lesson, students compare perspective as they read and discuss 2 versions of the "Three Little Pigs." Learners then watch "Cinderella" and use their creative...

Students explore the concept of phishing attacks. In this phishing attacks activity, students read an article about imposter websites. Students discuss dangers of imposter websites and what to do if they fall victim to a phishing attack.

Learners create their own website to illustrate a theme form history. In this history and technology lesson, students create a home page or website for a recent history or social studies lesson. Learners work in teams to complete the...

Students study the role of banks, lending and their services. In this analysis lesson plan, students learn about savings, checking accounts and lending and the importance of banks as financial intermediaries.

Students have a better understanding of how food choices reflect our cultural background. They reduce a recipe to the correct serving size.

Students research automobile operating systems in relation to racing. They design and construct vehicles from recycled material which they race to study the concept of propulsion.

Fourth graders reserach inventions and create a report on a specific invention.

Students investigate topics that would be suitable for classroom podcasts. They read an online article, write and produce a podcast.

High schoolers write a 250-word report on their findings, comparing life in the Middle Ages to what they already know about life today. They explore a website imbedded in this plan to do their research.

Middle schoolers investigate the laws of physics that govern the flight of helicopters and airplanes. They build and launch a model rotor, simulating rotors used on helicopters to provide lift.

Students investigate the American Revolutionary War era from the perspective of Britain and the American colonists by researching causes, effects, events and people. They compare the views of the Colonists, and the British and recognize...

Students listen to folk tales, examine art and discuss the cultural context of each. Using a folk tale from any culture they choose, they research a piece of artwork that has the same message as the story. They perform the story and...

Students focus on individuals who discover their own special talents and sense of self-worth through the work they do. Students study accomplishments of famous people who may have had an impact on their lives. Students make connections,...

Students develop skills of biographical writing through research. Students analyze a video on John Lennon and his death. Students visit the website on John Lennon still recording details of his death.

Fourth graders complete a WebQuest about life on Mars. In small groups they conduct the WebQuest online, and write down five facts using a minimum of three different references. Students then organize and present their information to...

Students access websites for background information and learn how to interpret political cartoons. They incorporate higher-order thinking skills to determine if the information presented in the cartoons is accurate, what the colonists...

Ninth graders study facts about human blood and what it is made of.  In this blood composition lesson students divide into groups and complete several activities. 

Learners explore the concept of human tragedy. In this September 11 terrorist attacks lesson, students write condolence letters, discuss the qualities of heroes, and investigate volunteer opportunities.

Students identify good nutrition. In this food pyramid instructional activity, students learn the basics of good nutrition, identify the six basic food groups, state the effects of the food on the human body, and learn nutritional...