Student discover some of the ideas and concepts that make up the topic of Ecology. They read and interpret graphs to assimilate the information that is displayed. They discover the rate of increase of Carbon dioxide in the atmosphere...

Students identify a neighborhood on a Landscape Picture Map. In this geography lesson, students discuss the characteristics of their neighborhood and identify their neighborhood on a Landscape Picture Map. Students use post-it notes to...

Students explore the concept of interdependence. In this integrated interdependence lesson, students interpret graphs and charts that require them to analyze the relationship between Mexico and the United States. Students also...

Eighth graders examine the Civil War. In this Civil War lesson, 8th graders analyze various images about the Civil War. Students write an essay in relation to the images of the Civil War.

Students work in teams of two to introduce stage directions/ blocking into a basic dialog using the program Hollywood High.

Students read an age-appropriate novel in which an island setting plays an important role from a provided list. This will help them understand life on an island. They will analyze the plot, theme, characterization, setting, and style...

Students design and lay out a map of a coastal area that includes a bay, an estuary, an ocean entrance, and prime beach lands. They write a plan outlining solutions to the economic problems of their community and present their map and...

Students examine and identify the different economic systems throughout the world. In groups, they develop their own economy basd on their own values and principles. They are given a problem scenerio to solve with the components of...

Pupils use a map. In this neighborhood lesson, students describe a neighborhood, emphasizing the common characteristics between all neighborhoods. Pupils locate a neighborhood on a landscape picture map and discuss.

Learners explore how to take good field notes through a scavenger hunt.

Students listen to the book, The Grouchy Ladybug, and discuss what they know about ladybugs. They observe live ladybugs, write down what they see, and write a short story about ladybugs.

Students utilize observations skills as they work together in groups to solve a mystery. They discuss and perform strategies to solve mysteries that occurred on a vacant lot. Students use a field guide to identify plants and animals...

Students use KidPix to draw pictures, they are shown how to select and use different tools. They become aware of to use the keyboard to enter text. Students comprehend that their work can be saved and retrieved. They are introduced to...

This article, both in text and charts, explains the six criteria, divided into two groups, that compose a learning environment.

This free site (requires registration) offers videos that encourage "mind breaks" during the school day. Short videos get kids up and moving for a couple of minutes to help them use excess energy productively and then settle down to...

[Free Registration/Login Required] Basic alphabet letter patterns with basic, winter and heart them patterns in color and black and white. These graphics are clear and free of clutter which will save teachers time and add visual...

Low-income and minority students, students with disabilities, and those who are the first in their families to go to college, are often unprepared for and discouraged from taking rigorous academic courses in high school. It is therefore...

[Free Registration/Login Required] Most of the posters on this site are colorful math posters for primary or elementary school. However, there is one math poster that could be used in secondary school geometry class that has the formulas...

Customize and print out your own labels, signs, and classroom notices. Choose from a variety of images.

[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart contains various activities to celebrate the 100th day of school. These activities review numbers and operations for second and third grade. Writing is also incorporated into several of...