Students study events in Afghanistan in the 1980s and 1990s. They discuss the role of the international community in the rise of the Taliban to power, and consider what can be learned from our country's involvement in Afghanistan.

Sixth graders explore the characteristics of mythological creatures. In this mythology lesson, 6th graders use print and Internet sources to define and classify mythological creatures, such as Centaur, Cerberus, Chimera, Cyclops,...

Eighth graders explore what the city of Griswold, Connecticut, was like in the 1870's.  In this American history lesson, 8th graders research what the city of Griswold was like in the past and compare it to the present, then share...

Students identify word problems that show stereotyping and calculate the percentages.

Students study directional words and opposites. In this inside, outside, upside down, lesson, students illustrate words and are captured on camera sharing their words. The digital pictures will be compiled into a class slide show to...

Students read stories about the Caribbean. They write about the Caribbean lifestyle. Students write their own stories of the Caribbean, using facts and researched information.

Young scholars respond to cartoons. In this social and cultural issues lesson, students examine how cartoons can be used to get a message across to the reader. After examining numerous cartoons, young scholars create their own cartoon...

Middle schoolers create a visual representation of an aspect of Aztec religion.  In this Aztec religion lesson, students work in groups to read a passage and create a visual way to remember the important information in it. ...

Tenth graders discover details about the history of New Zealand. In this global studies lesson, 10th graders read about the cultural groups and traditions of the country and then complete a passport activity based on their...

Eighth graders research about different types of volcanoes. For this earth science lesson, 8th graders create PowerPoint presentation on the information gathered. They share findings with the class.

Students create talking storybooks that primary students can read and listen to independently. They create the presentations using multimedia software.

Students research the accomplishments of an inventor. They create a web site based on the research including historical, economic and scientific impact of the invention.

Students investigate polynomials.  In this ninth or tenth grade mathetmatics instructional activity, students teach their peers the steps to adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing, and factoring polynomials.  Students...

Students contribute research projects to a cyber safety fair. In this Internet safety lesson plan, students assemble information regarding safety on the Internet. Students present safety guidelines as they create PowerPoints or board...

Students study the components of a good speech. They write, practice and present a speech on a topic of interest.

Young scholars examine what storytelling is, and what makes a good storyteller. They read stories from Spooky New England, and choose one to memorize and tell to the entire class. They critique each other's storytelling abilities.

Students complete math problems. In this decimals lesson, students practice decimal multiplication and discuss decimal placement. Students complete more practice problems and have other students check their answers. Students complete a...

Students examine the facets of the Industrial Revolution. In this world history lesson, students use the Internet to research causes, effects, and implications of the Industrial Revolution. Students use selected websites to respond to...

Students use proper bowling approach and rolling techniques to discover that in order to knock down all ten pins the head pin must be hit.

Second graders compare the clothing of today with the everyday dress of the Pilgrims.

Seventh graders investigate the basic characteristics and needs of living things. They identify the major parts of plants and animals by making lists. Students focus upon one living thing and speculate how if one part is changed how it...

Students are engaged in cooperative learning strategies and critical thinking activities to introduce topics of analysis, probability, assessment, and management as they apply to environmental risk. They choose a risk from the class...

Students explore the concepts of war and conflict. In this research skills lesson, students use Internet and print sources to research the causes, effects, main events, and significant figures of selected wars.

Young scholars develop locomotor movements. In this dance movement lesson, students identify lines and develop creativity while performing to "Cha Cha Slide". Young scholars discuss how to create dances and difficulty of movements.