Lesson Plan
Curated OER

If the Forests Could TAlk

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders research insects using the internet sites provided. They research the role of insects as pollinators for plants, and the impact they have on our ecosystem. They participate in various activities/centers utilizing the facts...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Where are the Dinosaurs?

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students find the similarities of dinosaurs and the animals of today. In this dinosaurs lesson, students understand why dinosaurs have become extinct. Students research and create dinosaur dioramas and finger puppets.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Plants And Pollination

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students describe sexual reproduction in plants, including the process of pollination, how insects assist in pollination, and how pollination differs from fertilization. They also explore the importance of honey bees to Arizona agriculture.
Lesson Plan
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Plants

For Teachers 1st
First graders explore the specific needs, characteristics, and uses of plants. They discuss the needs of plants as they grow. Students observe plants in various settings as they grow and note the changes they see.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Compare and Order Fractions

For Students 4th
In this fraction worksheet, 4th graders compare and order fractions with like and unlike denominators. They solve 6 word problems as they compare and order the fractions.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Multiply by 10

For Students 4th - 5th
In this multiply by 10 worksheet, students use the illustrations in the first two problems to help them multiply by 10. Students solve six word problems that multiply by 10.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

U.S. History: Antebellum Heroes and Villains

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders research and write reports on key figures of the Antebellum Period. The projects also include pictures, bibliographies, and timelines about their assigned figure. In addition, 8th graders present oral reports to classmates.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Observing Decomposition

For Students 9th - 12th
In this science worksheet, students focus upon the concept of decomposition and collect data in order to make interpretations or observations.
Lesson Plan
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Ag in My Community; Agriculture

For Teachers 1st - 6th
Students build knowledge about agriculture as it relates to their communities' commodities.  In this agriculture lesson, students brainstorm about conditions in their community with regards to growing different types...
Lesson Plan
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COMMON KINDS OF INSECTS

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
Students will recognize and name three common insects.1. Share background information with students. 2. Provide students with the "bug body" puzzle pages, and have them cut the puzzles out.1. Share background information with students....
Worksheet
Curated OER

Finding Perimeter

For Students 2nd - 4th
In this finding perimeter worksheet, learners sharpen their problem solving skills as they solve 6 story problems using the provided diagram.
Lesson Plan
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Finding and Collecting in the Field

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Middle schoolers examine the types of plants brought over to America from immigrants. They research how some of these types of plants cause damage and alter the landscape. They record data and share the information with the community.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Agriculture

For Teachers K - 6th
Young scholars examine the types of agriculture in their own state and in their local community. They examine how food makes it to their local grocery store. They compare data from different states.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Earth Day Crossword

For Students 4th - 5th
In this crossword puzzle worksheet, students read the 25 clues about Earth Day. Students then complete the crossword puzzle about Earth Day.
Activity
Read Works

Read Works: Carl's Garden Problem

For Teachers 1st
[Free Registration/Login Required] A literary text about a boy named Carl who wants to plant a garden. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
Website
Other

National Gardening Association: Kids Gardening

For Students Pre-K - 1st
This complete resource for parents, teachers, and students on gardening provides information about creating and maintaining a school garden. List your garden in the registry of school gardens. Includes information about garden projects...
Unit Plan
University of Illinois

University of Illinois Extension: My First Garden

For Students 3rd - 5th
Learning about gardens, flowers, vegetables and the principles of horticulture can be a really fun experience. Discover about the beauty of gardens, and the care involved in planning, nurturing and enjoying the benefits of gardening in a...
Primary
Texas A&M University

Easy Gardening. . . Beets [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
Let's you know all about this cool weather crop. Soil Preparation, fertilizing, planting, varieties, insect concerns, harvesting and more. Requires Adobe Reader.
Handout
Texas A&M University

Tamu: Aggie Horticulture: School Gardens

For Students 3rd - 5th
Teachers and students interested in finding information on how to start a garden in their school will find this site very helpful. This site, sponsored by the Department of Horticulture Sciences at Texas A&M University, includes a...
Interactive
TVOntario

Tvo Kids: Games: Get Growing

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Choose and plant your seeds, and then give them everything they need to grow in this interactive garden.
Interactive
PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Molly of Denali: Veggiezilla! Game

For Teachers K - 1st Standards
This digital game extends students' use of informational text and their knowledge of Alaska. In this game, Molly and Trini have planted various vegetables to eat and enter to win prizes at the Alaska State Fair. Through a variety of...