Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Mineral Exploration Using Remote Sensing

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Young scholars use quantitative data that they gather to figure out where there is an ore body in their model. They describe how geologists could use similar information in order to figure geologic patterns and geologic history for a...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Early Humans

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders work together in groups to examine the earliest civilizations. After reading two stories, they compare and contrast the facts with those stories with other ones they have read. They discuss the different hypothesis on...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Floods: Rising Waters and You

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students examine the relationship between human-made structures, flood waters and the increasing population through video clips, websites and a lab experiment.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Lesson Plan: Bringing Out the Vote

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Learners explore voter turnout, analyzing why Americans don't vote, and citizen activism through creating community publicity about the 2004 Presidential election.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

LESSON 3: Riding the Underground Railroad

For Teachers 6th - 7th
Students explore the Underground Railroad.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Supplies

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders determine what supplies they will take with them in order to survive their trip through the Amazon. The use estimation and basic math skills to determine how much they can carry and what they can use to survive in the Amazon.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Scaling the Map

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Young scholars practice determining map distances using the map scales. They discover how much an area represents on the map in relation to the actual area. They decide on the best place to build their cavern.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Erosion Exploration

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders investigate the factors that increase soil erosion. They identify how the environment is affected by erosion. In small groups, 9th graders research erosion problems in various locations. Groups brainstorm ideas to help...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Volcanoes: How Safe Are They?

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars explore the most dangerous volcanoes on Earth, plot their locations, and research different volcanic hazards.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

The Atlatl System

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders are introduced to the atlatl system and how to test and control variables. In groups, they use the Internet to research how the system has changed over time. They test various variables and record their results in a graph...
Website
University of Wisconsin

State of Wisconsin Blue Book: Wisconsin State Symbols

For Students 9th - 10th
A listing of the symbols of the state of Wisconsin.
Website
University of Wisconsin

State of Wisconsin Blue Book: Wisconsin State Symbols

For Students 9th - 10th
A listing of the symbols of the state of Wisconsin.
Handout
NSTATE

The Geography of Wisconsin

For Students 3rd - 8th
Here you will find a variety of cool facts about the geography of the state of Wisconsin. Find out the geographic center, total area, elevations and much more.
Handout
Environmental Education for Kids

Eek!: State Facts (Wisconsin)

For Students 3rd - 5th
Learn about some of the state symbols of Wisconsin and some of the interesting things to do there.
Handout
Johns Hopkins University

Johns Hopkins University: State Maps of Wisconsin

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory contains a wide variety of Wisconsin maps. Check out this informative site and learn more about the geographical features of this state.
Unit Plan
Enchanted Learning

Enchanted Learning: Wisconsin

For Students 3rd - 5th
A colorful survey of Wisconsin features a map, pictures, a list of state symbols, and links to related information.
Website
Wisconsin Historical Society

Wisconsin Gov't.: Wisconsin Historical Society

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore the state of Wisconsin using the resources of the Wisconsin Historical Society! This highly interactive site offers useful information from the state's past to what is happening right now. Maps, event calendars, this date in...
Website
Other

Wis Travel: Wisconsin History

For Students 3rd - 8th
A concise summary of the history of the state of Wisconsin. Learn about its first explorers and inhabitants through its admittance to statehood. There is also a long list of state symbols given after the text. Click on one to see a...
Handout
University of Wisconsin

University of Wisconsin: Changing Contexts of Parenting in the United States

For Students 9th - 10th
This lecture in sociology presented in 1999 describes changing trends in marriage, discusses the new kinds of family situations that have become prevalent today, and examines reasons why these changes are occurring.
Primary
S.E. Schlosser

American Folklore: Wisconsin Folklore

For Students 3rd - 5th
Read brief folktales, myths, and legends from the state of Wisconsin.
Interactive
Kidport

Kidport: United States of America Geography

For Students 3rd - 5th
This site contains a fun way to learn about the states within the United States. Click on the state that you want to learn more about and it provides facts, geographic landmarks, points of interest, major industries, a quiz and more.
Graphic
DLTK

Wisconsin State Map

For Students 3rd - 5th
Provides a blank map of Wisconsin. Teachers will find many uses for this in the classroom. Students will enjoy coloring it and locating different parts of the state.
Website
Other

Wisconsin Department of Health: Homepage

For Students 9th - 10th
The official government health site for the state of Wisconsin. Includes information on programs & services, news releases, vital records, etc.
Handout
University of Wisconsin

University of Wisconsin Madison: Writing Center: Developing a Thesis Statement

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a well-organized page that allows you to zero in on a particular aspect of stating your hypothesis and writing your thesis statement.