Young mathematicians first learn the basics of proving trigonometric identities. They then practice this skill on several examples.

I always knew there was a connection between art and math, and this lesson proves it. Fifth graders will use what they know about ratios and percents to design art inspired by Polynesian kapa cloth. A grid, specific guidelines, and the...

From fixed and variable expenses to gross income and net pay, break down the key terms of budgeting with your young adults and help them develop their own plans for spending and saving.

Don't be scared off by the title! Read this information packet with your class, or send them off on their own. After each section, you'll find a series of comprehension questions. Great preparation for state testing!

Combine math and vocabulary in a fun activity based on Lois Lowry's The Giver. Before kids begin the book, they look up the definitions of 16 vocabulary words and complete a puzzle that will give them the same number.

Building upon previous knowledge of sequences, collaborative pairs analyze sequences to determine the type and to make predictions of future terms. The exercises build through arithmetic and geometric sequences before introducing...

Young mathematicians study the relationship between skip counting and multiplication. They build on skip counting skills and examine arrays while studying multiplication. Resources are provided.

Use data from the 1855 New York census to better understand the Irish immigrant experience during the late 19th century. Young historians analyze information from the census and build three hypotheses regarding the residents of the Five...

Students create a calligraphy piece using Korean words. They use han'gul script and write with a brush after learning the words. They pay attention to line and space as they create their work of art.

Two Study Buddies worksheets can be found through this link. In the first, math minors count flowers by 1s, and then again by 2s. They answer a few related questions. In the second, they are instructed to work with a partner and clap out...

First graders practice their phone number. In this phone number lesson, 1st graders discuss the importance of memorizing one's phone number. They practice memorizing their own phone number and recite it for the teacher. 

Students use fractals to analyze nature. In this geometry activity, students work in groups using technology and math to communicate. They identify where in the real world fractal can be seen.

Your soon-to-be statisticians play a game to understand the difference between independent and dependent experiments and probability. They draw colored cubes from a bag and then, by either replacing the cube in the bag, or not, for each...

In this second grade lesson your class will practice telling time. The goal is to tell time to five minutes using an analog clock. Your young students count by 5 minute intervals and discuss elapsed time. 

First and second graders expand their vocabulary by reading a word recognition booklet.  In this English vocabulary instructional activity, learners utilize a booklet of 220 basic sight words which they read over everyday and are...

In this naming points on the coordinate plane activity, students name 6 coordinates off of 6 graphs.  Students name the x and y-coordinates of 6 different points in all four quadrants.

Young scholars explore the value of money. In this money lesson, students investigating combining amounts of money and making change. Young scholars count sets of money and make fair trades. Resources are provided.

Third graders collect data about themselves and use in a line plot. In this analyzing data lesson, 3rd graders collect various sets of information,create a line plot and compare the data.  Students complete a worksheet on their...

Students explore statistics by completing a graphing activity. In this data analysis lesson, students define a list of mathematical vocabulary terms before unpacking a box of raisins. Students utilize the raisins to plot data on a line...

Fifth graders complete an analysis of the Revolutionary War through literature. After "My Brother Sam Is Dead," students create a time capsule containing items that would be relevant during the Revolutionary War. They identify key...

Students explore religion by completing a cultural diversity activity. In this human compassion lesson, students identify all of "God's Children" as their sisters and brothers. Students read the book Frederick in class and listen to...

Sixth graders plan a trip for a family of four choosing their travel plan by studying maps to decide upon a route and visiting Websites to get airline and travel schedules. They use ratios and proportions as well as converting fractions...

Fourth graders explore West Virginia. In this Unites States geography lesson, 4th graders discuss the type of land and the cities in West Virginia. Students create two overlays, with transparencies, that show the natural land and the...

Students examine and calculate the percentage of potable water remaining on the earth. For this ecology and geography lesson, students brainstorm the main factors affecting water distribution. Students use mathematical problem solving to...