Sixth graders translate sports vocabulary words from English to Spanish and complete money problems containing decimals. In this money and sports lesson plan, 6th graders use words to communicate to each other.

Students identify the different parts of the circulatory system and their function. They work together to create their own model of the system and use it to determine the rate of blood flow. They answer questions related to their model.

This PowerPoint enables students to review mathematical concepts that were addressed in fifth grade. This is an interactive review game where the class is divided into two teams. The team that answers the most questions right wins. Each...

In this Statue of Liberty worksheet, students read a passage, then answer 5 multiple choice questions; answers included on page 2.

Students apply Glo-Germ to their hands to see the amount of germs on their skin. As a class, they watch a demonstration on how to properly watch their hands to prevent the spread of disease. To end the lesson, they are introduced to the...

For this perimeter and area of complex figures practice worksheet, students sharpen their problem solving skills as they solve 6 story problems.

Pupils investigate Differential equations using derivatives. In this calculus lesson, students solve problems of differential equations by taking the derivative and explaining the changes that occurred in the equation and circle. They...

Second graders design a scale model of a medieval castle and its surroundings including the following items: castle, moat, bailey, drawbridge, turrets, dungeon, grounds, and outer walls. A perfect lesson for those kids who are fascinated...

In this mathematics lesson plan, 3rd graders estimate how many pancake tortoises they think it will take to reach the height of a giraffe.  Students watch a video and take notes before they begin the estimation process

Fifth graders solve division problems using partial quotients. In this long division lesson, 5th graders practice seeing division as a process of repeated subtraction and estimation. This lesson provides a script for the teacher.

Students calculate the number of calories they need daily and examine the impact of exercise on their caloric needs. They then determine if their daily caloric intake meets or exceeds their daily need.

Students investigate the characteristics of simple machines. In this simple machine lesson, students investigate work as a product of applying constant force. They answer questions about what happens on Earth and what may have happened...

In this geometry learning exercise, 10th graders use right triangle trigonometry to solve problems involving angle of elevation or depression. The one page learning exercise contains eleven problems. Answers are not provided. 

Students analyze the function of the lungs. In this lesson about the Respiratory System, students explore breathing and the movement of air through the lungs. Students perform an 4 part experiment to observe what it might look like for...

Learners add or subtract fraction parts of mixed numbers before adding or subtracting the whole number parts. In this fractions lesson plan, students learn to use a ruler to help them add and subtract fractions with like denominators.

Learners evaluate the acceptable use of classroom space. The class participated in a brief lecture and discuss of floor plans and how they are used in architecture. Using graph paper, they create a scale drawing of the classroom...

Students define kinetic energy and know the effects of weight and speed on momentum.  For this investigative lesson students get into groups and design a roller coaster. 

Students define potential and kinetic energy and explain the relationship of height to potential energy.  In this roller coaster lesson students construct a model of a roller coaster which will allow them to see the basic physical...

Seventh graders reinforce understanding of logical thinking in problem solving.

Students work together to build lego cars. They make predictions about how fast they believe the cars will go. They record their observations and discuss their results.

Students constrct a watershed and write about their observations. Students use maps to locate their area in relation to the watershed and inquire about what is applied to the ground above.

Children can measure with a favorite character to understand the value of standardized units of measure, such as inches and feet. This activity will help them practice measuring and understand comparing the measurements of one item to...

Students use three tracks marked on the floor, one in yards, one in feet and one in inches. As they start and stop a robot specific distances on a "runway," they can easily determine the equivalent measurements in other units by looking...

Convert distance measures between the English (inches, feet and yards) and metric (mm,cm,meters,km). It is intended to help with both your math skill and your understanding of the metric system.