In this Marine Corps word search, students identify approximately 40 words and acronyms dealing with the Marines. Topics include names of wars fought, Marine slogans, and names of Marine bases. There are approximately 40 words listed...

What do your kids think about female Marines? They can explore this idea by reading the related New York Times article and by answering each of the seven comprehension questions. A learner-driven blog is located at the bottom of the...

Of the images that have permeated history to define American courage, perseverance, and patriotism, the 1945 photograph of United States Marines raising the flag at Iwo Jima is one of the most well known. After researching the pivotal...

Chronicling the events following America's involvement in WWII, this quiz centers on the historical fiction novel Counterattack from W.E.B. Griffin's The Corps series. Ten multiple-choice questions focus mainly on characters from the story.

Veteran orbiter, Gerald P. Carr, relates his experience as an astronaut in this worthwhile video. He is never pictured, but creative animations support his personal narration. Include this little treat with your lesson on space...

Students examine the Navajo dictionary used by the U.S. military in W.W. II. They role-play Navajo messengers and Marine Corp staff. They research the Battle of Iwo Jima and confirm or discount the claim that Navajos made the victory...

Young scholars investigate Ocean life by participating in an arts and crafts project.  In this oceanography lesson, students discuss sea creatures, specifically jellyfish.  Young scholars are given coffee filters, markers, wax paper and...

Students watch a slide show about the Philippine Reefs to explore the topic of fish populations. In this reef and fish population instructional activity, students watch a slide show about fish populations and how the Peace Corps works...

Students work in groups to research one of the branches of the military: the Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, or Navy. They find information about the date of origin, original purpose, purpose today, location and nature of its...

For this fraction worksheet, students circle the fraction that shows what part of each of 4 sets of sea creatures is shaded. They fill in the fraction that names the portion of the set that is shaded in the last 4 sets.

In this fraction worksheet, students circle the fraction that shows which part of each part of 4 items is shaded. They examine the sets which are made up of clip art pictures of sea creatures. They write the fraction that shows the part...

Here are 35 images ready to complement your next lecture on the Home-Front during WWII. While there isn't any text in this presentation, it won't matter. Each image is a great representation of what life was like for the people back...

In this counting to 3 worksheet, students count and color the sea creatures in each of 6 sets. Students circle the one set that has 3 objects.

Students read about the accomplishments of John Paul Jones and the Continental Marines. They explore famous quotes and mottos, i.e. "Semper Fidelis." Students discuss other quotes or mottos by famous people in history. They discuss...

Scholars analyze the role of women in the military in United States history. Using group research, debate, and diary entries, they explore various military activity in America. To complete the lesson, young historians write an essay...

An engaging activity focuses on the contributions of the Navajo people during World War II. Learners read the book Navajo Code Talkers by Andrew Santella, answer a series of comprehension questions about the text, and write a letter as a...

Navajo Code Talkers can be used as a class reading project. If you are thinking of reading this book with your class, you may want to consider using these worksheets. They are designed to help with character analysis, reader response,...

In this World History worksheet, 10th graders examine various photos during a gallery walk.  Students write answers to the questions. 

Students understand the need for carefully defining the problem before searching for a solution. They understand the need for carefully defining the problem before searching for a solution. Students compare a variety of catapults and the...

In this English instructional activity, students read "Deadliest Day for US Troops in Iraq," and then respond to 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.

In this grammar worksheet, students correct the punctuation and capitalization errors in fifteen sentences. Students check their answers when their done.

Students research monuments in Washington, D.C. In this geography lesson, students research one monument and use the Internet to gather information. Students create a three-dimensional model of their monument.

In this Washington, D.C. worksheet, students complete 6 pages of readings and questions about Washington, D.C. Included are general facts, geography, monuments, history, economy and people. There is a short text and 6 multiple choice...

Fifth graders study the social effects of World War II on America. In this WWII effects lesson plan, 5th graders read paragraphs about the history of World War II. Students watch a video about the period and formulate questions for...