Students view pictures of animals as they complete the metamorphosis from a larva to an adult. For this metamorphosis lesson plan, students view pictures and in the end are able to match pictures of a larva stage to an adult stage...

Students research the life and works of Rachel Carson. In this conservation lesson, students discuss environmental protection and why protection of wildlife is important.  Students read a Rachel Carson Fact Sheet and work in groups...

Young scholars explore aspects of life in the 1800's. In this lesson plan on historical life, students move through various outdoor stations and meet with costumed re-enactors (parent volunteers) who lead young scholars in 8 different...

Students evaluate visual arts by creating a mural on campus. In this symbolism lesson, students research famous artists on the Internet and examine the impact their work has had on society. Students create murals around their school...

Young scholars study the season of spring and create stories about the season. In this spring season instructional activity, students read books about spring and discuss the season. Young scholars then color and create a mini-book about...

Students explore physical education by researching biology. In this survival techniques lesson, students discuss the methods turtles use to survive dangerous encounters and conduct a sea turtle role play exercise. Students identify the...

Students engage in a instructional activity that is about the mission of a community oriented education plan. The class has created a plan and each member of the class has responsibilities. They draw a shield and use it as a graphic...

High schoolers are examine the purpose of dichotomous keys. In groups, they design their own in order to describe the characteristics of plants and weeds native to California. To end the lesson, they define new terminology associated...

Students examine and discuss works of art by Juan Miro and other surrealist artists. They discuss paintings of Juan Miro, create a drawing of a dream-like creature, and write a description of their creature.

Students practice safety rules and knowledge of the road by going through a driving course using scooters/bicycles/tricycles, etc.

Students examine the effects of heat and humidity. In this weather activity, students read a chart to determine the effects heat and humidity can have on the human body. This activity includes an optional extension activity using a...

Young scholars work as teams to help others and develop cardio-respiratory endurance. They play a game of tag using noodles.

Students get the opportunity to develop a controlled inside of the foot pass.

Students practice throwing, catching and defending a receiver.

Students practice the skills of jumping and landing while emphasizing swinging the arms when jumping, and landing in a balanced position without falling.

Pupils practice the skill of kicking a ball.

Students practice the skill of throwing overhand.

Pupils examine traditional Native American weather/climate knowledge. They keep a weather journal and research cloud cover.

Students participate in a disc golf game. They throw the flying disc to each hole/cone on the course, completing various fitness tasks and monitoring their heart rate on a heart rate monitor.

Middle schoolers broken into teams try to score a touchdown having to get through another team first. They have flags and change positions many times throughout the game.

Students practice and assess the overhand throw of students. They overhand throw balls at the earthball and make it roll across another side of the square, all while keeping the ball from rolling across their own line.

Third graders work together to lift and pass each other through a tire. They simulate time travel and decide on an object they would take with them through the time portal. They reflect on their experiences and consider the importance of...

Fourth graders examine the various types of plants and animals found in the deserts of Utah. In groups, they discover how the plants and animals have adapted to the harsh environment. To end the lesson, they compare and contrast the...

Scholars learn to use digital cameras to take pictures of natural subjects. They will examine the use of digital cameras, how to download photos, and to develop a digital project. They take nature pictures and develop a Power Point or...