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Cartoons for the Classroom: Seasonal Symbols
In this current events instructional activity, students analyze political cartoons featuring Santa Claus as a symbol. Students respond to 3 talking point questions.
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From Arbor Day to Earth Day
Learners discuss their answers to a given set of questions regarding Earth Day and Arbor Day. They research using the internet then write a bigraphical sketch of their character.
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National Symbols of Japan: The National Flag and Anthem
Young scholars explore the traditions and cultures of Japan. Classmates identify national symbols in the United States and Japan. They listen to the lyrics of Japan's National Anthem.
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SKYPE Pals
Students use the program SKYPE to speak to a pal in a Latin American country and describe their life and compare and contrast it to the other's. In this SKYPE lesson plan, students create digital presentations about life in North...
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English Exercises: Past Simple Exercise
In this online interactive English worksheet, students respond to 51 multiple choice and fill in the blank questions that require them to use verbs appropriately. Students may submit their answers to be scored.
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The Way Editorial Cartoons Work
Twelfth graders interpret visual language found in political cartoons.
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Pinwheels for Peace
Students create their own pinwheels to celebrate World Peace Day. They follow directions carefully and discuss what peace means to them. They share their pinwheel with the class.
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Offerings At the Wall: the Vietnam War Memorial
Students research Vietnam War, complete audio interview of a Vietnam War veteran or a family member/acquaintance of someone who was a casualty of the war, and write an essay of what was learned through researching the war and conducting...
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Seasonal Customs Worksheet
In this seasonal customs worksheet, middle schoolers identify, sort, and brainstorm customs associated with certain seasons of the year.
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Breaking News English - US Fat Cats Quizzed Over High Salaries
In this ESL/ELL reading comprehension worksheet, students read or listen to an article entitled, "US Fat Cats Quizzed Over High Salaries." They discuss the article and participate in both pre and post-reading activities. They fill in the...