Students identify and use various literary devices. They write the definitions of various literary devices on index cards, and with a partner review the definitions.

Students compare the ancient Olympic Games with the modern version of the event. They study the history of the Games and observe how they have changed through time.

Fourth graders explore the components of a weather map, mark cities on the map and place the appropriate temperatures and weather conditions occurring in the cities on the weather map created.

Pupils investigate how satellites help people communicate with others far away and in remote areas. They discuss a scenario of someone travelling to an area with no mode of communication, observe a teacher demonstration, and create a...

The lesson plan has sufficient background information for the teacher to implement the lesson plan. Students are asked to summarize the three laws of motion. They also conduct classroom activities to role play the Laws of Newton.

Eighth graders work together to focus on an oppressed group of society. Using the information they gather, they create a museum exhibit to educate their community on the group. They present their PowerPoint presentation to the class to...

Pupils examine the art and work of Carl Runguis. After reading a play, they discuss how an artist portrays his feelings about a topic in his work. They view the preplay and write an essay reflecting on their experiences. They also paint...

Pupils explore how to locate dinosaur information. They read the book, Catch Me If You Can! and discuss the popularity of dinosaurs among children, identify various kinds of dinosaurs and select a dinosaur to research. TAs they research,...

Middle schoolers are introduced to the topic of submerged aquatic vegetation. They study and explain its importance. Students create identification keys to allow them to distinguish between different types of SAV. They are introduced to...

Students review and discuss the importance of Boyle's informants and how he sometimes relied on information from those with experience of the wider world to substantiate his scientific theories. They complete the worksheet, answering...

Students investigate the uses and purpose of the Hubble telescope. They create a model of the telescope and conduct research about the history behind the invention of it. Students use the information in order to create a context for the...

Second graders use fruit to conduct an observation experiment. They use the skills of observation to write down different facts about three different fruits looking at the outside and inside contents. Students explain two things they...

Students experience and practice compositing and recycling through hands-on-activities. They distinguish between which items from their trash can be recycled, composted and reused. The process for making recycled paper is also covered in...

In this health worksheet, students learn the importance of healthy eating and fitness to do well in school. Students read the information and answer 6 essay questions about healthy foods and sports they enjoy.

In this number usage instructional activity, learners tell how each number is being used in the given examples. Students write position, count, measure, and label for the number uses. Learners also complete two test prep questions about...

In this comparing numbers worksheet, students solve word problems using addition to compare the numbers and answer the six problems.

Sixth graders discuss the meaning of sociology. In this advanced lesson plan, 6th graders are led by discussion to learn the main concepts of sociology and get to know others better.

In these Olympic history worksheets, students read about the ancient Olympic games and the modern games. Students complete a Venn diagram to compare and contrast the past and present Olympic games.

Students research the importance of a healthy diet and the world's nutrition. In this health and diet instructional activity, students discuss the foods animals and people eat. Students discuss the food chain and create a food chain....

Students study airforce aircraft.  In this investigative lesson students discuss an article they read and divide into groups and design three different combat or peacekeeping situations. 

Learners research inventions and their role in the history of civilization. In this inventions lesson, students choose an invention from a grab bag and research information to answer the worksheet.

Young scholars analyze and read historic photographs. In this historic photographs instructional activity, students explore history and writing by looking at photographs. Young scholars discuss the photographs and produce a written...

Students use foam pieces for matching games and other activities.  In this foamie craft lesson, students make a foam pizza puzzle and other forms. Students use the foam shapes to do the puzzle or create the other forms.

Students solve geometry problems. In this area and perimeter lesson, students use formulas to solve problems from the textbook.