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Grocery Store Problem Solving

For Teachers 4th - 7th
Students use multiple math skills to complete grocery story problems. In this grocery math lesson, students study grocery ads to learn about the cost of foods. Students investigate food types and the costs of processed versus raw foods....
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Diary of a Worm Secret Agents

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders explore the geography of Washington D.C. and President Bush's hometown of Crawford, Texas. They read the book, Diary of a Worm, determine the best route to go to Texas from Washington D.C., and throw a birthday party for...
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Ethnic Foods Exchange

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students examine the following topics: geography and culture, types of foods, cooking utensils, and cooking techniques used. They present in groups, then prepare ethnic food products.
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Where Is Japan? What Direction Is It?

For Teachers 1st
First graders locate countries on maps and globes and learn about the hemispheres and the cardinal directions. They listen to books read out loud and dicuss geography.
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MAPPING THE BLACK ATLANTIC

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Pupils examine the geographic characteristics of Western and Central Africa, the impact of geography on settlement patterns, cultural traits, and trade. They compare political, social, economic, and religious systems of...
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People of the Plains: Roles of Men And Women

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders study the geography of North America and the indigenous people who lived there. They read about rules, games, toys and dolls, and education. They fill out Venn Diagrams comparing the roles of men and women during the videos.
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The Mausoleum at Halicarnassus

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Learners explore an ancient wonder of the world. In this Mausoleum at Halicarnassus lesson, students read about the history of the Mausoleum, create Mausoleum timelines, and research the sculptors whose work is featured in the Mausoleum.
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The Silk Road

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students research the geography of Asia from Xian to Istanbul. They explore the intricacies of ancient trade, including trade goods and policies. They study minorities within and outside of various Chinese and other Asian empires.
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Introduction to Africa

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students are introduced to Africa. The purpose of this lesson is to find out what students all ready know about the continent of Africa, and what students are interested in learning more about. They focus on the physical features of Africa.
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Mapping a Garden

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders recognize the components of a map, particularly the legend, the key, the symbols and the area. They develop their own map of a garden they be planting in their upcoming science lesson.
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The Great Lighthouse at Alexandria

For Teachers 4th - 7th
Students read and research about Alexandria's Great Lighthouse. In this Greek architecture lesson, students create a timeline of events in Alexandria, and design a lighthouse. Students research lighthouses online and write a report.
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Know Your 13 Colonies

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders study the thirteen colonies.  For this American History lesson, 7th graders analyze the historical origins and economic development of each colony.  Students create an original flag for a colony that reflects...
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Opening Doors to Social Studies with Children's Literature: The Desert Alphabet Book

For Teachers 1st - 5th
Students explore the geography of the United States. In this social studies instructional activity, students identify the major deserts on a map of the United States.
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Get Smart

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars study sustainability and smart growth.  In this geography lesson students identify the benefits that are expected from smart growth. 
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Model Penguin Project

For Teachers Pre-K - K
Learners research and build model penguins. In this penguin instructional activity, students examine the anatomy of penguins by creating models and completing coloring pages.
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I Know Where You Are!

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students study what a GPS is and use it to challenge themselves and find positions on a map.  In this investigative instructional activity students find various points on a map using a GPS system and answer questions on a...
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Native Americans During the 19th and 20th Centuries

For Teachers 7th - 11th
Students explore major events in Native American history in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. In this American history lesson, students listen to lectures, examine photographs, and analyze music regarding Native American history...
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Discovering Dinosaurs: Planning your Summer Vacation

For Teachers 1st - 5th
Young scholars use the online Atlas of Canada to gather information about places in Canada.
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South Africa Story: Apartheid, Diamonds & Gold

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students explore South Africa. In this South Africa instructional activity, students investigate the natural resources of the nation and how they have impacted the culture and history of the nation. Students also create a children's book...
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All Shook Up

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students calculate the amount of displacement after an earthquake.  In this seismic event instructional activity students research the Internet, and fill out a CORS data sheet.
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Human Rights Violations

For Teachers K - 12th
Students explore how human rights are different in each part of the world.  In this freedome lesson, students define human rights, research how human rights in one country ultimately affect other countries, and share their findings...
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President Jackson, the Cherokee and Indian Removal

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students interpret historical evidence presented in primary and secondary resources. In this Indian Removal Act lesson, students examine the act and discuss the implications of moving the Cherokee. Students...
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Civil War Trading Cards

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students research important figures in the American Civil War. In this research skills activity, students create trading cards about selected key figures in the war that list details about the figures and their accomplishments.
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Mysteries of Egypt

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Learners investigate the Egyptian civilization. For this cultural lesson, students watch the film Mysteries of Egypt and create a replica of an ancient Egyptian artifact.

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