Students practice analyzing data and making predictions. In this 2nd - 3rd grade lesson plan, students investigate and compare data gathered using boxes of valentine candy hearts. Students examine the different boxes of candy provided,...

In this leaf chromatography worksheet, students separate the pigments of a leaf using paper chromatography. They answer 4 questions about their results and draw the colors they observe on their chromatogram from the leaf.

Students identify opportunity costs. In this resources instructional activity students are read the story Something from Nothing by Phoebe Gilman. Students list the things Grandpa makes Joseph. Students state why people make choices.

Students investigate the physics of flight through various experiments. In this physics lesson, students construct different flying objects. They explain the dynamics that make these object fly.

Students make and test predictions about sinking and floating, and classify objects according to whether they sink or float.

Students make observations. In this sensory skills lesson, students use their senses as well as tools that sharpen their senses to make observations regarding foods and other items.

Students play a game in which points are assigned to daily activities which require fossil fuels or electricity. They compare the impact their energy and transportation choices have in everyday life.

Upcoming chemists construct atom or molecule models out of candy. This is a classic idea that learners really enjoy; however, this lesson plan is vague. There is no instruction about the structure of atoms or molecules. Make sure you...

Let's make coal flowers! With this fun activity, young learners watch and learn as they grow crystals! With simple household materials and the instructions included in this lesson plan, your class can grow their own crystals. Learners...

Students create snowmen pictures. In this art lesson, students tear paper and glue the torn paper onto a piece of blue paper making a snowman.

In this art worksheet, young scholars cut out and color a princess paper doll and her clothes. Students may dress the doll with any outfit they choose.

Third graders develop predictions in preparation for a "Bucket Buddies" pond water project. They listen to the book "The Pond" and discuss the different life forms in the pond from the book. Students then read online poems, and draw a...

Learners explore making informed choices. In groups they list personal talents and things they can do on a mural. Students discuss and observe a commercial about the ability to choose. They explore the difficulties and...

For this paper folding worksheet, students will cut out the template of a cube. Then students will fold on the lines and tape the edges to make a paper cube.

In this paper hand puppet activity sheet, students "see the directions" and make a hand puppet. Cut-outs are provided for both a dog and a cat puppet.

Fourth graders identify a problem and write a persuasive essay to the appropriate audience, to correct the problem. They demonstrate effective decision making based on positive self-worth. Students need to write a paragraph about their...

In this writing a raft paper template, students choose the role of the writer, audience, format and topic.

In this making a Christmas card activity, students fold the pre-printed paper, write a message, color the reindeer picture, address and sign it to send as a Christmas card.

Make sea turtle or whale origami in a hands-on activity that provides instructions for folding and facts for learning about each.

You won't regret being stuck with this activity. By mixing a variety of household items, pupils create their own glue. They test the tensile strength of their glue and compare it to that of other adhesives.

Your class will be blown away when they build their own city tower structure! Engineering scholars partner up to plan, build, and test their own paper towers. As they build, they gain valuable design skills, learn about wind tunnel...

Fifth graders decide how one uses resources within a particular bioregion.  In this decision making lesson, 5th graders consider the biodiversity and complexity of the ecosystem.  Students select a resource (water, paper,...

This one is for the pre-K jet-set. They hone their observation and listening skills as they use Popsicle sticks to apply paint to wax paper. They view how the colors blend and mix together as they move the stick around on the paper.

Using real leaves to imprint clay, your class will see a natural effect on their individual projects. This is a fabulous way to study leaf anatomy in science. Or, you can focus on mixing colors to recreate the original. These leaves can...