Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Between the Rivers

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders compare and contrast historical American cultures.  In this American history lesson, 2nd graders participate in reading, writing, oral, and hands on activities. Students discuss the similarities and differences...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Boom Town/Gold Rush

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Students discover the history of California by researching the Gold Rush.  In this economics history activity, students participate in a class discussion about the book Boom Town, and the value of gold in California.  Students...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Africa 1500-present: The Big Picture

For Teachers 7th - 9th
In this African history study guide worksheet, pupils read a brief overview pertaining to the history of Africa from 1500 to the present.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Treaties - Grade 12

For Teachers 12th
Twelfth graders explore the history and current issues facing First Nations treaties. For this native studies lesson, 12th graders research modern land claims in Canada and write reports based on their findings.
Organizer
Curated OER

The War of the Roses Study Guide

For Students 7th - 12th
In this "War of the Roses" study guide worksheet, students discover details about 10 of the significant figures during this period of British history.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

The 1927 Flood

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Upper elementary and middle schoolers examine the Great Flood of 1927 in the state of Arkansas. They each prepare an oral report about this flood and the huge impact it had on the economics of that time. Additionally, learners research...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Jack London's The Call of the Wild: "Nature Faker"?

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Pupils examine how Jack London tells a story from the point of view of an animal. They read and discuss primary source documents, analyze text and excerpts, complete a chart, and explore various websites.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Mary and the Red River Raft

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Upper elementary and middle schoolers examine how the clearing of rivers such as the Red River helped to boost the Arkansas economy of the mid-1800's. They listen to a story called, "Mary and the Red River Raft," then conduct research on...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Sunburns and Sore Muscles: Working to Save the Farm During the Great Depression

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Fifth through eighth graders engage in a lesson in which they study working class people during the Great Depression. They work to develop an understanding of the economic developments in Arkansas during the 1930's. Learners access...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Romans of the New World

For Students 8th - 11th
Who were the Iroquois, and how did they compare with the Romans? Attached is a three-page article and a set of accompanying questions. Only four questions are included, but you could require your readers to write two or three...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Ancient Ones, the Study of the Anasazi

For Teachers K - 3rd
Students explore relationships between man and nature. They examine the culture of the Anasazi and the importance of the natural resources around them. Students examine reasons for Anasazi people to leave this area.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Documents of Natural Rights: The Declaration of Independence and The Plan of Delano

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders analyze the philosophy of government in the Declaration of Independence. As a class, they discuss how this philosophy has caused other revolutions in history and how well it supports our natural rights. In groups, they...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Ancient Chinese Philosophies of Government

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders use the four philosophies of Ancient China to investigate persceptive and resolution of a problem.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

FOCUSING ON CIVIL WAR HISTORY & INFORMATION SEEKING

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students use a Web resource to obtain information on a specific subject; study the nature of naval warfare and commerce raiding during the Civil War; and assume the identity of a participant and viewing the events of the era from that...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

The Early History of Haiti

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders make list of places Columbus explored on his first journey to Americas, locate island of Hispaniola on map, examine groups of people who have inhabited island, complete blank map and key of Hispaniola, and research early...
Worksheet
Curated OER

My Mexico

For Students 5th - 7th
In this Mexico related worksheet, students critique one important part of Mexico's history, describe the geography of Mexico and list their natural resources.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Wright Brothers Centennial: North Carolina, Geography and History

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders identify symbols, people and events associated with North Carolina history. Using this information, they focus on the Wright brothers and their first flight. They answer questions related to the event and discuss how...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

American Deaf Culture: A History of Language

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students examine the relationship between language and culture in the Deaf Community. They discover the history of sign language and how it has been viewed in the past. They examine the Deaf community's beliefs and values.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Fossils: The Eras of the Earth's History

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
Students research the four geologic eras of Earth's history. In this extension on a fossils lesson, students research the different eras of Earth's history. Students use AppleWorks to create a bar graph containing information of the four...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Background on Mongol History and Society

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students discuss the impact of the Mongols on history. In groups, they read a different component to the relationship between the Mongols and Han. They summarize what they have read, identify any questions they have and develop their...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Vocational: Fashion History

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students research and present reports on 20th century fashions and their influences. After watching a video about fashion, they complete worksheets based on the film. In another activity, students make doll-sized clothing items using...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

The Cox and Gossner Family Histories

For Teachers 11th
Eleventh graders investigate the relationship between physical geography and Utah's settlement , land use, and economy.  For this Geography lesson, 11th graders examine the interrelationship between Utah's climate.  Students...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Local History Project: Create a Tourism Brochure

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students create a Chamber of Commerce tourism brochure for their community . They work in small groups to research historical sites, community events and natural attractions. After each group completes their topic they are peer edited...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Bandhavgarh: The Tiger's Domain

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students investigate where royal Bengal tigers roam freely. Students create a project to educate people about Bandhavgarh and write a script combining the human and natural history of this area.

Other popular searches