Students identify various types of engines and how they are different.  In this engine lesson students view different types of engines using the Internet, take a quiz and type a quick write activity.

Students create a rocket using Alka-seltzer of baking soda and vinegar. In this physics lesson plan, students identify the factors affecting the length of time the rocket is propelled. They relate this activity to actual rocket launched...

In this motion worksheet, students review the definitions of all three of Newton's laws plus give examples of each law. This worksheet has 9 fill in the blank questions.

For this biotechnology and the human body worksheet, students fill in the blank with information about the advances of biotechnology as it relates to gene therapy.

First graders discuss why some things sink and some float after dropping a variety of items into water.

Students rotate through Halloween named stations in the gym using their throwing and striking skills.

In this math word problem instructional activity, students read the paragraphs about the monkeys and their coconut collections. Students then answer three questions about the word problem.

High schoolers visualize the relation between acceleration and velocity in 2 dimensions. They are introduced to Newton's first law,and Newton's second law. Students work on an exploration activity where they condsider an example of a...

Students explore the concept of how air moves and reflect through working in groups about the scientific concept. This lesson is an extension to another similar lesson. Also students develop and draw their own models.

Students demonstrate basic volleying skills. They perform the forward backward stride and discuss its benefits. Students portray flexed knees and elbows, as well as positioning of hands in preparation of a set pass. They communicate the...

Students engage in a series of loco-motor activities based on shapes. In this loco-motor lesson plan, students demonstrate physical skills through races, jumping, hopping, galloping in circles, squares, rectangles and triangles.

Fourth graders practice using basic word processing skills to create a document that includes graphics. The teacher uses a LCD projector to provide support during the instructional activity. They practice using Word Art to create their...

In this comprehension worksheet, students read a short selection about "simple machines" and answer 4 short answer questions based on the selection.

Students investigate the basic principles of air pressure.  In this experimental lesson students use materials to create several different experiments that help to explain air pressure and friction.

Students discover strength resistance of arms in different positions by practicing personal defense positions.

Learners use simple objects to create their own barometer. They have five days to build it and ten days to observe and collect data. They examine thunderstorm safety tips to end the lesson.

Students learn how to understand and use fabrics in a scrap quilt. They will gain the most if they can actually compose a quilt (or the beginnings of one) within class time.Quilting is a skill that is difficult for younger children to...

Eighth graders examine the relationship between speed, time and distance.  In this motion lesson plan students complete a lab activity that allows them to calculate average speed. 

Students examine how the formal definition of Newton's 3rd law: forces always originate in pairs, equal in magnitude and opposite in direction. They also examine how the informal, qualitative version: Each action has an equal and...

Students use an online interactive to launch a rocket from earth. They have control over the angle and thrust of the rocket to discover the relationship between the two.

First graders used textured print to discover how spoken words feel.

Young scholars observe a balloon-powered pinwheel to study the principles of rocketry. They study Newton's Third Law of Motion.

Students participate in activities that lead into the correct progression to safely complete the pole vault. Activities include practicing : gripping the pole, planting the ploe, riding the pole, and taking off to the landing mat. This...

Fourth graders examine the principles and uses of inclined planes, screws, and wedges while they determine examples of simple machines that are use in everyday life. They separate different kinds of fruit into pieces to determine the...