Seventh graders, in groups, name and describe the three traditions of the Paleo-Indian period.

Students, in American History,read books that take place during certain time periods. They read outside of class with time in class spent on sharing as the book projects are completed.

Students explore the symbols of the United States. In this U.S. history lesson, students create an American flag puzzle and research facts on the flag. Students view a Powerpoint presentation on other symbols of America.

Fifth graders compare and contrast a one room school house in Iowa in the past with how they go to school today. In this school lesson plan, 5th graders read about rural families and the controversies that they endured in the time of one...

Students create skits showing relationship problems and discuss how communication, cooperation, and compromise can build strong relationships.  For this healthy relationships lesson, students are given a scenario to act out in small...

Young scholars research Canada's employment standards, and health and safety issues in the workplace. It serves as a vehicle to promote problem solving, thinking and group discussion skills.

Students present a courtroom simulation demonstrating common good, decision making model, opportunity cost, limited resources, pursuit of happiness and civic writing.

Students use paper bags to create a Japanese wind sock with original abstract art.

Students brainstorm school experiences where students have the choice to act respectfully.

Students sell snacks at their school, then use the money to purchase a philanthropic gift.

Students investigate what life was like on early 19th century ships. They participate in a Webquest, explore the website for the movie, 'Master and Commander,' watch movie excerpts, take an interactive tour of a ship, and answer...

High schoolers examine the issues surrounding intellectual copyrights. They research the examples of DVD and CD piracy and participate in a class discussion about the related ethics.

In this family treasures worksheet, students explore 2 linked websites to look at artifacts and find an object that appeals to them about which they will brainstorm the object's use, value, and what it says about Louisiana. Students use...

Students explore basic human needs and how they can be met. In this philanthropy lesson, students identify what basic human needs are and discuss reasons why not all people have their needs met. Students think of ways they can help...

Students develop tolerance. In this diversity lesson, students consider the stages of child growth and development while respecting the fact that children reach milestones at different times.

Young scholars participate in a community service project. For this philanthropy lesson, students read the book, Selavi, That is Life: A Haitian Story of Hope and identify the problem in the text. Young scholars help families who are...

Students explore how communities help each other. In this philanthropy lesson plan, students read the story The Legend of the Bluebonnet and discuss the philanthropy portrayed in this community. Students think of their most valuable...

Middle schoolers define philanthropy. For this school community lesson, students watch a slideshow of pictures that represent different types of community. Middle schoolers define community and list the communities they are part of....

Students identify how Pocahontas contributed to the common good. In this philanthropy instructional activity, students read a selection about Pocahontas and identify ways that she was philanthropic. Students role play an action that...

Students research the Mayan civilization and complete an artifact dig. In this archeology instructional activity, students watch an IMAX video about the Mayan civilization. Students discuss archaeology related vocabulary and then work in...

Students culminate a unit on community organizations by making presentations. In this presentations activity, students provide a pre-assessment of their presentation about community organizations, make the presentations, and vote on...

Students investigate the unsung heroes associated with local foundations and non-profit organizations. In this unsung heroes instructional activity, students decide on the characteristics associated with heroes, and research foundations...

Students create a database to show information about events in history. In this database lesson, students create and analyze information on the slave trade. Students answer questions based on the information collected.

Students investigate the Christmas customs of Great Britain. In this holiday lesson, students construct pomander balls and sing English Christmas carols.