Thoughtful Learning
Recognizing Bullying
Boost social awareness with an activity that challenges scholars to recognize bullying. Participants read 10 scenarios and respond after carefully examining behaviors such as body language, facial expressions, and frequency.
Prestwick House
Introducing Symbols–The Beach
Looking for a way to introduce class members to the concept of symbolism and multiple levels of meaning? Readers examine two different passages about the beach and consider how the writers use concrete objects, and places to...
PBS
Breaking it Down
After challenging themselves to correctly choose the form of erosion and length of time required for a given landform to develop, earth science class members model mechanical and chemical weathering with various lab demonstrations over...
Teach Engineering
Amusement Park Ride: The Ups and Downs in Design
Groups design the ultimate roller coaster by considering potential and kinetic energy. They test their designs using marbles and then go on to rate each group's design based on aesthetics, loop diameter, and cost.
BioEd Online
Serving Sizes
When it comes to eating a balanced diet, portion control is paramount, but what is the difference between the serving size on the nutrition facts label and a portion as determined by the USDA? In a comprehensive look at portion control,...
Curated OER
Theater Lesson: Modify My Action
Young scholars engage in a lesson that is about the meaning of a verb or adverb. They perform sketches with the subject matter of the words. The goal is for the actors to show the meaning of the verb or adverb with an action.
ARKive
Marvellous Mini-beasts – Design a Species
Here is a creative activity that teaches kids how species evolve different characteristics for survival. The lesson begins as the class discusses and examines the adaptive traits of mini-beasts or insects. Then, in small groups, they...
Columbus City Schools
Constructive and Destructive Geologic Processes
Show the class the world as they've never seen it before—from way above! Learners try to unravel the mysteries presented by rich satellite imagery, learn to interpret topographic maps, and study erosion by constructing their very...
Curated OER
Electricity and Magnetism
Fourth graders compare electricity and magnetism. In this science lesson plan, 4th graders discuss the concepts of electricity and magnetism and brainstorm examples of electrical and magnetic forces.
Curated OER
Recognizing a Message's Point of View
Students study the physical, mental, and social health benefits of regular exercise while attempting to recognize the point of view of media messages. They read an article and discern ways in which they can make regular exercise a part...
Curated OER
Microscope Investigation
Pupils explore physical science by participating in a science examination. In this microscope tutorial instructional activity, students read the book The Naked Eye and discuss the purpose for using a microscope in the field of science....
Curated OER
FACS: Communication Games
Students practice sending and receiving messages (nerf balls). They practice eye contact, focusing despite distractions, nonverbal communication, getting along with others, problem solving, and listening skills.
Curated OER
Ping Pong Soccer
I know, you are wondering what Ping Pong Soccer might be. It's a soccer type strategy game and the players use ping pong paddles to hit a ping pong ball to score in a goal. Think player safety if you are going to try this activity....
Curated OER
Fun Bones
Students learn different bones of the body while using various body awareness concepts.
Curated OER
Fun With Electromagnets
Fifth graders construct their own electromagnet out of copper and nails. They discover what objects could be used for magnets. Finally, 5th graders discuss how electric currents are formed.
Curated OER
More Grocery Bag Fun
Young scholars practice both underhand and overhand throwing using plastic bags as balls. They also explore how to hit a target, throw a ball through a hoop, or throw a ball to a partner.
Curated OER
Fun Dance
Students perform activities to practice locomotor skills. They walk for a specified number of steps and then do jumping jacks. Students grapevine, swim, and perform the crawl stroke.
Curated OER
20 Field Day Activities Any Kid Can Do (And Do Well!)
Students participate in activities in which they practice their physical skills. They work together on some of the activities to practice mental skills as well. They show their team spirit as the winners are announced.
Curated OER
Music Appreciation Lesson
Students discover the freedom of dance by performing physical expression with music. In this physical education lesson, students discuss ways their body can make noise such as snapping, patting, or stomping. Students utilize...
Curated OER
Happy Feet, Healthy Food Journal
Fourth graders record their physical activities and eating habits in a journal. They place their answers in the workbook, Happy Feet, Healthy Food. They sketch and write about their weekly healthy habits.
Curated OER
Continent Adventure
Young scholars review or learn information regarding the 7 continents on our planet. It is also a fun movement and fitness activity.
Curated OER
Writing About Outdoor Activities
Students discuss what they like about parks and make a list of different things they like to do there such as swing, run, play ball, ride a bike, or go on a hike. They discover the locations of some examples of National Parks and that...
Curated OER
Body Math
Students solve simple math computations while practice their throwing skills. They explore how to subtract, add,divide,and multiply, while playing a fun fitness oriented game.
Curated OER
The Art of Creating a Character Using a Press Conference
Students brainstorm and create list of traits of memorable fictional characters they have read about, write down ten characteristics about new character that they are going to create, discuss ways to make characters come alive, and write...