Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Reach for the Stars

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Learners investigate the Underground Railroad. For this slavery lesson, students read books about slavery, the Undeground Railroad, and how slaves escaped the south. Learners develop knowledge about coded songs and constellations that...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Heirlooms

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Students design a quilt square to reflect their special memory. In this family heirlooms activity, students read The Patchwork Quilt and discuss the importance of family involvement in creating a family heirloom. Students write and...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Constellation Mapping

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students plot constellations on a grid map. They discuss the various ways early explorers planned their travels. Students identify and recognize major constellations. They color their maps and take them home to try to find various...