In this mock interview lesson, students view pictures of famous personalities and determine which of these personalities they would like to interview. Students follow the three step interview process and conduct a mock interview...

Students discover the threats to dogs by investigating dogfighting.  In this animal cruelty lesson, students read the state laws pertaining to animal safety and dogfighting.  Students compile dogfighting facts into a poster and...

Students consider the implications of dogfighting. In this character education lesson, students examine propaganda in advertising and then create their own anti-dogfighting advertisements.

Students study the Arctic North. In this Canada history lesson, small groups of students research and then teach the class about either the plants, animals, humans, or geography in relation to the Arctic North. Students make their own...

Learners practice using prepositions by writing on the tracing of a human.  In this parts of speech lesson plan, students create a giant poster using the tracing of a classmate's body and fill in the outline using prepositions in...

Students interview a family member and give an oral report. In this oral history lesson, students create interview questions relevant to an American historical period. Students interview a family member and present an oral report to the...

Fourth graders investigate slavery by reading a book with their classmates. In this abolitionist movement activity, 4th graders read the story The Patchwork Path, and discuss the creation of the Underground Railroad. Students create...

Students write personal histories. In this historical analysis instructional activity, students explore their own places in history as they read the diaries of others and write their own.

Students study the life and times of Shakespeare. In this William Shakespeare lesson, students research the noted Web sites to discover details about Shakespeare's life and the times he lived in. Students also virtually visit the Globe...

Students take a closer look at the research cycle. In this journalism instructional activity, students discover and practice Internet searching skills. Students use the search techniques discussed to locate information on selected...

Students explore poetry that examines social concerns. In this poetry lesson, students research poems and poets. Students present their findings to their classmates.

Students explore the National Road to Indiana. In this U.S. highway history and primary source research lesson, students read an original journal written by Jane Voorhees Lewis in 1806 describing her trip west on the first federally...

Students explore health by identifying positive eating habits. In this dietary lesson, students read several books about eating well and making wise food decisions. Students view the food pyramid on the USDA website and discuss the...

First graders explore healthy eating habits by reading assigned text in class. In this food choice lesson, 1st graders discuss their own favorite foods and identify the healthier choices they could eat to make them feel better. Students...

First graders explore biology by identifying plant anatomy in class. For this botany lesson, 1st graders read the book The Little Red Hen and identify the methods used in order to grow successful plants. Students discuss other ways...

Second graders explore dietary habits by completing a cooking activity in class. For this breakfast preparation lesson, 2nd graders read several books about pancakes and maple syrup. Students utilize a wheat kit to understand the...

Fourth graders explore human health by identifying calories in food items. In this healthy eating habits instructional activity, 4th graders view the USDA food pyramid on the Internet and identify the choices they should be making each...

Sixth graders explore human health by participating in a nutrition activity. In this food choices lesson, 6th graders review the food pyramid in class and identify the specific classifications of food that create positive health for...

Sixth graders explore cultural habits by viewing food videos in class. In this agriculture lesson, 6th graders identify the importance of rice in the human diet and how different cultures prepare the food. Students view rice harvesting...

Eighth graders research a novel and provide a summary of the story. They relate this information to their lives and evaluate the positives and negatives of the American Revolution. Groups create a PowerPoint presentation on their findings.

Students discuss why speed limits are important for safety of others. They examine public advertisements aimed at reducing the amount of deaths on the road. They read an article about traffic accidents and answer questions. They write an...

Pupils examine and discuss images from road safety programs. In groups, they role-play a scenerio in which they are trying to persuade the other to adopt an unsafe driving practice. They write a short article about their experiences to...

Students watch a road safety video about road rage. In groups, they compile a list of situations which they believe cause stress to drivers. They also analyze public v. private transport.

Eleventh graders work in groups and research assigned person using the internet and use print resources for DHS media center. They create a poster that shows possible connections to H.D. Thoreau's writings and philosophies, a short...