Students investigate how to read topographic maps.  In this map reading lesson students complete a topographic map activity. 

High schoolers explore the life of Benjamin Franklin. In this American history instructional activity, students research primary and secondary documents regarding Franklin's life. High schoolers should examine the point of view each of...

Pupils watch a video regarding persevering through difficult situations. In this character education instructional activity, students watch a video about perseverance and discuss the examples of perseverance.

Seventh graders study the parts of corn and explore the role of starch.  In this corn products lesson students prepare a model of water and stones.

Young scholars research historical figures and create presentations for their research using technology tools. In this historical figures lesson, students use the provided links to research historical figures in America. Young scholars...

Students practice galloping. In this gross motor skills lesson, students review how to jump and hop using a jump-rope and hopscotch. The teacher shows the steps to gallop and they hold a noodle and pretend as if they are riding a...

Using words can create a power struggle! Using antonyms and synonyms can create a Power Words game! Check out this lesson that teachers your class the difference between the two and how to use a thesaurus.

Learners identify the characteristics of different painting styles in this lesson. They examine the essential elements that characterize the different styles, and further research one chosen style of artwork. They then create an...

Students investigate the afflictions of trees and compare the health of a human to that tree.  In this tree lesson students complete an activity and create and present a report. 

Young scholars evaluate the relationship between biodegradable waste and dissolved oxygen in water.  For this biodegradable wastes lesson students complete a lab activity in groups then analyze their results.

Students explore landscape design. In this practical gardening instructional activity, students design landscape plans that call for shrubs, trees, and plants that can be used for aesthetics, cooking, and wildlife.

Students research important figures in the American Civil War. For this research skills lesson, students create trading cards about selected key figures in the war that list details about the figures and their accomplishments.

Students write an effective conclusion for their essay.  In this conclusion lesson students restate the thesis of their paper and summarize three important points.  Students then write a final statement to wrap up their...

Second graders add two digit numbers with manipulatives. In this addition lesson plan, 2nd graders are given blocks to add numbers together.

Fifth graders use teacher-selected vocabulary to present a written story to a first grade student. The book include a glossary of terms and illustrations of the terms. This is a great lesson plan for big/little buddies to do together!

Students locate historical references in songs. They create music/lyrics to illustrate an historical topic.

Students are introduced to the various forms of child abuse. Using the internet, they discover the proper ways to report abuse to adults and the warning signs of someone being abused. In groups, they complete a case study to end the lesson.

Students research the exploration of Antarctica by the explorer Sir Ernest Shackelton. In this Antarctic exploration activity, students watch a movie about Sir Ernest Shackelton and his ship the Endurance. Students study a map of...

Students practice personal decision making. In this philanthropy lesson, students compare three different projects, identify the opportunity cost of each, and make a personal decision about which project they feel the class would pursue.

Students participate in an algebra jeopardy game. In this algebra review lesson, students are split into two groups and answer review questions from the Algebra I curriculum. Students use a prepared computer game as a game board.

Young scholars discover vocabulary related to job interviews and practice brainstorming job interview questions. In this job interview lesson plan, students share their experiences in applying for jobs and then create...

High schoolers work together to research the history of Macedonia. As a class, they compare and contrast a free market economy with a state-controlled economy. In groups, they read a letter by a Peace Corp volunteer and compare it to...

Students explore consumerism. In this economics lesson, students work with a partner to complete an Internet Research consumer scavenger hunt. Students discuss information collected and conflicting answers to various questions.

Students display their knowledge of sea ice. In this earth science lesson, students create displays reflecting their understanding of sea ice.Students research the development of sea ice on a variety of bodies of...