Young scholars identify habitats and understand why they are important to our environment.  In this environmental lesson students design their own habitat, observe and record data on the impact their habitat has on the environment.

Students conduct a series of experiments on mulching. In this earth science lesson, students discuss the benefits of mulching on soil. They explore how different types of mulch affect plant growth.

Students explore tobacco smoking and the impact it has on society.  In this health instructional activity students complete several experiments on smoking and lung cancer.

Students examine what a sunspot is and how it is produced.  In this sun lesson students locate and measure sunspots then view them through a camera.

High schoolers investigate the strength of different adhesives. In this physical science activity, students compare the force needed to peel adhesive tapes from a surface. They analyze collected data and make a generalization.

Learners investigate which diaper is the most absorbent. In this chemistry lesson plan, students calculate how much water is absorbed by diapers. They identify an unknown powder based on physical and chemical properties.

Sstudents discuss disciplinary options when parenting. They compare and contrast what was acceptable in their native country with what is acceptable in America. They list courses that are available to parents. They write one paragraph...

Fourth graders examine habitats for animals by creating their own in class environment.  In this environment lesson, 4th graders research the Internet for information on certain wild animals and the places in which they live....

Third graders explore how barrier islands work. In this erosion lesson plan, 3rd graders create barrier islands in stream tables and simulate wave action to see how it affects their island.

Students observe beans germinating in a plastic bag.  In this bean growing lesson, students predict what their beans will look like. Students draw illustrations to record the changes in their bean plants. Students should also note...

Students study the concept of sustainable agricultural practices through cocoa farming and the lives of the people who are the producers. Students watch a slide show and read a story which helps them understand the origins of chocolate,...

Students illustrate pages of a book.  In this famous historical icon instructional activity, students are read a story about Mohandas Gandhi, illustrate the pages in small groups, assemble a class book to read to younger students,...

Students examine Gee's Bend Alabama. In this resettlement lesson, students view a series of photographs taken of Gee's Bend Alabama. Students will write a series of newspaper articles based on the images, that exemplify the evolution of...

Second graders write rhyming poems. In this poetry writing lesson, 2nd graders discuss the meaning of the word "funny." They use word tiles to create a rhyming poem which they transpose into their writing journals. They listen to...

Students examine the fat content in their diet and how advertising affects their eating habits.  In this nutrition and advertising instructional activity, students analyze pizza and how to make it healthier.  Students recognize...

Students examine color perception and how it relates to metamerism.  In this color lesson plan students complete a lab activity that shows them the three basic components of color perception. 

Students study reaction rates, what determines how fast a reaction happens and how the chemical changes occur.  In this reactions lesson students complete a lab where they use Alka-Seltzer to observe reaction rate and create a graph...

Students conduct a series of experiment on incandescent and fluorescent bulbs. In this physics lesson plan, students explain how they operate. They compare the efficiency and power rating of both bulbs.

Young scholars explore how allelopathy works in plants. In this botany lesson plan, students explain how this phenomenon affect other organisms. They read and analyze an article about allelopathy and discuss its flaws.

Students investigate the effects of acid and bases on dyes made with plant materials.  In this chromatography instructional activity students predict color outcomes and complete a lab activity on color combinations.

Students observe seeds growth and examine the different parts of the seedling. In this biology lesson, students compare the growth of seeds planted in soil and in hydroponics. They record their observations in their science journal and...

Students discuss the importance of plankton in the ocean ecosystem. In this biology lesson plan, students identify the different types plankton by observing them under the microscope. They explain how plankton population affect global...

Students explore vermicomposting, the species of worms needed and the proper climate for it.  In this composting lesson students make their own worm compost bin. 

Students conduct a series of exploration activity on how vaccines and antibodies work. In this biology lesson, students test how antigens and antibodies work in the body. They discuss the benefits of vaccines in promoting immune responses.