Fifth graders use patterns, models and relationships to solve equations.  In this equations lesson, 5th graders define vocabulary for equations and complete worksheets explaining variables and solving problems.

In this physical science worksheet, students complete 7 questions in the form of puzzles, word problems, and brain teasers about forces in fluids.

In this World War II worksheet, 10th graders read about life in a Japanese internment camp.  Students give personal response and opinions in 5 short answer questions.

Students explore the principles of motion by constructing a car out of pasta that will carry a large marshmallow and travel down a ramp. They discuss the formula for calculating speed, design and build their cars, and calculate their...

Learners explore Earth science by completing a could identification activity. In this weather activity, students discuss the different forms of measurement for the weather of Earth. Learners discuss global warming and examine a list of...

Learners analyze a designated galaxy with a partner or in a small group.

Students recognize a problem and how to resolve it. In this lesson, students listen to The Hating Book and discuss the events of the story. Students answer comprehension questions and relate to their own experiences. Students role play...

Students participate in flying disc golf. In this sports instructional activity, students use one hoop and a flying disk to land the disk in the hoop. Students play in partners.

Learners practice throwing a football. In this sports lesson, students work in partners to complete passes until they score a touchdown. Learners earn one point for each touchdown.

First off, Newton's laws of motion aren't often taught at 2nd grade, so this activity may be more appropriate for upper elementary learners. It begins with a discussion and demonstration of the laws of motion, and then has individuals...

Young scholars investigate common fishing methods used to capture sharks. They decide why these methods and the shark's reproductive biology are contributing to the quick reduction in the shark population.

Students work with boxes and weights to find the center of gravity. For this simple center of gravity experiment, students find success in using weights to move the center of gravity. Students will be assessed at the end of the lesson as...

Students listen to a read aloud about African animals as they access a watering hole. They discuss the characteristics of Africa such as the temperature, it distance from the students, and lifestyle of the animals. They talk about how...

Upper graders access the Microsoft Word program and create patterns by utilizing certain keys on the keyboard. They create picket fences, smiley faces, and hearts. It seems that this lesson has as much to do with keyboarding skills as it...

Second graders explore animal behaviors and adaptations by researching several different animals and their habitats.

Students examine images of sand art from different cultures. They create their own version of a sand art picture.

Fourth graders measure the perimeters of several different rooms. They convert the measurements using ratios that allow them to draw the rooms to scale on paper. They draw the dimensions of a house to scale. They measure length to the...

Students study speed and learn how to calculate it.  In this investigative lesson plan students participate in an activity that shows them how to calculate speed then they fill out a worksheet.

Students explore how jelly beans are produced. They discuss the origins of the jelly bean and view a video about how jelly beans are prepared, tested, shaped, finished, and shipped and estimate the amount of jelly beans in a jar and sort...

Young scholars explore the names and qualities about members in the group. They each say their name and something about themselves. Students gather around in a circle. They listen to the teacher as he or she says the name of someone and...

In this math worksheet, students investigate the given vectors. Then they apply the knowledge to prove the formula for the triangle formed by them.

In this distance learning exercise, students solve equations involving square roots. They use the distance formula to solve four of the ten problems. This one-page learning exercise contains ten problems.

Students are introduced to the characteristics of trees and different techniques to identify them. They distinguish between a deciduous and a coniferous tree. Students describe at least four characteristics used to identify trees. They...

Pupils, by participating in a classroom toy store, are introduced to the penny.