Young scholars listen to a view a "Jack Sprat Could Eat No Fat" poster and vocabulary. They sing the "Jack Sprat" song, review vocabulary and vocabulary applications. Afterward, they chant the nursery rhyme as well as sing it.

Students engage in a instructional activity that is concerned with the reading of the story while focusing upon the development of vocabulary and reading fluency. They practice reading while running their finger underneath the text to...

In this phonics worksheet, students participate in a class game which reinforces the phonetic sounds and blends. The full color caterpillar pieces on this page are laminated and the head is placed on the carpet with the children sitting...

In this capitalization interactive workhsheet, students read seven sentences and select the proper capitalization for each sentence.

Students create whimsical self portraits using watch parts and tin - recycling. They demonstrate safety in using tools. They use a variety of materials to create a work of art , and demonstrate understanding of the elements and...

Students examine the history of Heraldry from medieval times in preparation for reading the novel "Freak the Mighty." They view and discuss examples of shields and discuss the color system and how shields were divided. As a culminating...

In this mixtures, solutions and matter worksheet, students are given 12 terms and they cut out 12 definitions to match with the terms. Topics include types of mixtures, types of matter such as atoms, molecules and compounds and solutions.

Sixth graders find the perimeters of polygons and use perimeters to form polygons. In this perimeter lesson, 6th graders study vocabulary associated with finding perimeter such as polygon, line segment, variable, and formula. They make...

Students take a stand on the concept of changing their appearance. In this changing of ones image lesson plan, students create a design that would change their image and discuss the age they think they should be...

Young scholars explore various punctuation marks used in writing.  In this activity, students read an article on punctuation, then complete several exercises to practice what they learned.

Students research a political party and prepare a report about its history, philosophy, and the party's position regarding two major political issues. They complete a variety of additional creative activities regarding their party, as well.

Students examine the expressive and descriptive language used in the books "Dr. Xargle's Book of Earthlets" and "Planet of the Robots." In pairs they take notes about each other's physical appearance and conduct interviews, identify the...

In this grammatical items worksheet, learners write a short sentence for each of the twenty terms listed and underline the particular grammatical item in each sentence.

In this discussion prompts worksheet, learners, with a partner, discuss seven party phrases, use those phrases in seven sentences, define party in six different scenarios and start a conversation with ten key questions.

In this recognizing correct usage of action words in sentences worksheet, learners read sentences and identify the sentences that use the correct subject verb agreement. Students identify 10 answers.

Students look at picture books and describe the story elements. In this picture book lesson, students retell a story and begin to understand the story elements of plot, setting, and characters. Students complete graphic organizers to...

Here is an unusual activity. It consists of multiple choice questions in which learners choose which punctuation mark is the most appropriate for the situation. Perfect punctuation practice!

In these conjunctions worksheet, students review the definition of conjunctions and compound subjects, predicates, and sentences. Students then complete three pages of exercises that help them with conjunctions.

Fifth graders explore the California Gold Rush. They explore the lure of gold and the Wild West, how pioneers traveled to the West, and the hardships and people they encountered along the way. Activities be authentic, hands-on, and...

Fourth graders become familiar with the conditions facing the members of the Expedition in the early 1800's, as well as the causes and consequences of the Expedition. They describe the conditions of the land in the 1800's and during the...

Students examine the division of North and South Korea. They identify the ideological differences and the tensions between the two countries. They discuss the threat of nuclear weapons as well.

Students participate in a simulation activity. They explore Ellis Island and experiences that immigrants in the late 1800's had on their way to the United States. The role play includes questioning by inspectors, a manifest list, and...

Students create a clay mask with African characteristics. They discuss what masks are used for. They draw a picture of their own African mask. They apply features to their masks by scoring and applying slip.