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Germany : 1500-present
In this German history study guide worksheet, students read a brief overview pertaining to the history of Germany from 1500 to the present.
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The Lion and the Mouse
Learners examine a story. In this good citizenship lesson, students read the story "The Lion and the Mouse" and discuss being kind and what it means to be a good citizen. Learners hold a discussion about how other animal pairs could...
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A Question of Sport
Students explore the controversy surrounding performance-enhancing drugs. For this current events lesson, students discuss the prevalence of drug use in the sports world and create poetry about sports. Older students may design a...
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Statement of Principles
Learners examine how Neoclassical art conveyed moral and ethical ideas. They create their own works of art that serve as social commentaries.
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Human Rights Issues Around the World
Seventh graders begin the lesson by comparing and contrasting the Bill of Rights with the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. For each document, they highlight the material that is the same for both and discuss the items that are...
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What Would You Do?
Young scholars study major religions and determine how and why an individual who held each of these beliefs would respond to a similar crisis.
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John Calvin
In this John Calvin study guide worksheet, students read a brief overview pertaining to Calvinism and then respond to 3 reflection questions.
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Youth Engagement in Politics and Government
Students gain knowledge of government representatives, political parties, and the democratic process.
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Buddhist Art - Lost In The Landscape
High schoolers explore new objectives for art and examine how Chinese painting reflects Buddhist principles. This instructional activity includes a vocabulary list and possible instructional activity extensions for various student levels.
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Exploring the Asian Cultural Tradition Through Multimedia Art
Students conduct research using different varieties of resources that include the internet. They organize the research to make it usable. Then they discuss how to present the information in the form of a class project.
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Quoting the Dalai Lama
Students read and reflect on statements made by the Dalai Lama and
discuss with cooperative group members what they believe is
meant by the statement and how to report this information the
rest of the class. They take turns presenting...
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Lesson Plan on Landmines
Students take a look at how landmines are being used all over the world (with specific focus on Cambodia). Students identify the physical and emotional impact of the use of landmines and how the international community is working to...
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Biography Tea
Students. through a variety of library books on biographies, explore and assess the contributions of individuals to society. They choose one person to write a short biography on after reading their biography checked out from the library.
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Worksheet #25 Questions - Colonial America
In this Colonial America quiz worksheet, students test their knowledge on various historical terms in ten fill in the blank questions.
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The Golden Rule of Reciprocity
Students compare and contrast versions of the "Golden Rule of Reciprocity" as it is stated in several major world religions. They write their own version of the rule.
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What Would You Do? A Discussion About the Ethics of War
Learners examine the process of ethical decision-making during wartime. They read three case studies from World War II, and in small groups discuss, debate, and present their findings to the class.
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What Can We Do to Help End Hunger?
Pupils explore the problem of hunger and malnutrition. After discussing heroes, students select and describe those who worked against poverty or hunger to make a positive difference. An opportunity is given for pupils to participate in...
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The Original Layout of the Town of Deerfield
Eleventh graders explain that elements of the early settlement of Deerfield can still be seen in the town layout and in some of the early 18th century houses which survive. They read and analyze historical maps and analyze a drawing of...
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Cry, The Beloved Country: Anticipation Guide
“Poor people are poor because they are lazy and don’t work enough.” “If you are desperate, the means justify the ends.” Prior to reading Cry, The Beloved Country, class members complete an anticipation guide that focuses on issues raised...
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International Folklore
Folklore is composed of stories that convey cultural heritage and traditions. Many types of tales are listed as well as what they portray in various contexts and situations. Give your learners a brief description or definition of...
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A Good Man is Hard to Find
Students, in groups, read and analyze the short story, A Good Man is Hard to Find, by Flannery O'Connor. They present their findings tot he rest of the class and then connect the various themes discussed to outside material, events...
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Writing Exercise: How to Spot a Loser Sentence
In this writing skills learning exercise, class members read sentences about developmental psychology that need revisions and then revise them in order to make them better. The 11 sentences range from the humorous to the incomprehensible.
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Reporting on the 1920s
Use this roaring 1920s history lesson to have young writers research primary and secondary sources. They use their research to examine the events or famous public figures of the time period. Next, they imagine they're in the 1920s and...