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Blue Zones: Out with the old and in with the new
Seventh graders read articles about the Blue Zones, life expectancy and healthy and unhealthy habits of people around the world. In this Current Events lesson, 7th graders participate in class discussion of key terms and concepts...
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Native Americans
First graders explore the lifestyles of several North American tribes. They investigate about the homes, food, transportation, and daily living habits of each tribe. Pupils use a map to locate several Native American tribes in North...
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Promoting Academic Success
Young scholars apply basic time management skills to their lifestyle and implement study skills. Also, they should be able to implement management techniques in their daily lives as well. Students list activities and assignments and...
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Traveler's Trunk
Students analyze and interpret artifacts from the 1920s and explore the Great Migration. In this 1920s history instructional activity, students review background information about the Great Migration and use artifacts to study history of...
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Elephants
Students study elephants and the features they have that help to keep them cool. In this elephants lesson plan students research a feature of the elephant.
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How Long Until Dirt
Third graders examine the difference between composting and wasting food. They problem-solve what to do about leftovers after lunches so good food doesn't go to waste.They study food storage techniques that are environmentally friendly...
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Label Language
Kids use a handy label decoder to better understand what they read on food packages. They analyze the nutrition is a variety of pre-packaged food items by filling out a food label worksheet. A food model kit link and three additional web...
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Nutrition Lesson Plan
Second graders complete a survey as class answering the question: "Did you eat breakfast this morning?". They place a tally mark in the column that best represents their answer. They then discuss the results in the graph.
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Character Traits - Who are We?
Sixth graders examine character traits. In this character education lesson, 6th graders set goals to strengthen particular personal character traits. Students watch their instructor model the character trait journaling strategy prior to...
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It Can't Happen Here or Can It?: Peer Pressure, Prejudice and Intolerance
Students study the Holocaust and explore peer pressure, prejudice and intolerance.
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Magnificent Mammals
Students study the habits, traits, and characteristics of mammals. They look at animal tracks that are taped around the room, and at pictures of baby and adult mammals. Next, they determine how mammals move and eat, and look at their...
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Animal Characteristics
Students investigate the characteristics of animals by creating a chart. In this animal life lesson, students create a KWL chart listing all the different animals a class can name. Students take a field trip to a science facility to get...
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"Study Finds Soft Drink Consumption Up, Health Down"
Students compare the nutrients in soda with those in milk after reading an online article. They identify micronutrients that are important in the teen years and those that help stave off disease.
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Youth Obesity: Schools Fight Back
Kids fight obesity by comparing the USDA food intake suggestions to what they personally consume throughout the day. They watch a video, read texts, and explore related vocabulary which they use as they compose an oral presentation.
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FILLING EMPTY POCKETS: BORROWING, LOANS AND CREDIT.
Students learn that maintaining financial security takes a good math understanding. In this instructional activity, students apply mathematical formulas to make important financial decisions like getting the right loan to buy a house,...
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Turn of the Century Immigration
Students explore the immigration wave that hit the United States in 19th century. In this immigration lesson, students examine primary and secondary sources to determine what the immigration experience was like for new citizens. Students...
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Fractals, An Inquiry: Day 3
Students develop questions for their inquiries and plan their experiments. They are supported by a modeled case study of Max the Dog's Inquiry Planning Process, as well as supported by a planning template, The Inquiry Organizer.
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Getting To Know the Healthy Food Pyramid
Students examine a healthy way of eating while following a vegetarian diet. They study the components suggested by the American Dietetic Association that comprise a healthy diet, prepare appetizing foods from these groups, and inspect...
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Sea Horse Habitats
Young scholars research sea horses around the world. In this sea horse habitats lesson, students use the Internet to take a virtual tour of a sea horse in its natural habitat. Young scholars work in groups to study a...
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Investigating the Hydrosphere
No matter the scientific discipline, your students can benefit from a study of water.
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Making Good Decisions
Learners analyze the consequences that result from their choices. For this good decision-making lesson, students listen to an article in the "Little Planet Times" and complete the associated worksheet. They participate in a role play in...
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Our Many Shapes and Sizes
Students discover humans come in all shapes and sizes. In this equality lesson, students evaluate different bodies among their peers and discover no human body is "perfect". Students discuss different ways to keep their...
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How You Use Credit Cards Should Determine How You Choose Them
Students explore the concept of credit cards. In this credit cards lesson, students read an article about credit card spending. Students discuss different ways in which people use credit cards. Students determine what kind of spender...
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How Do Foods Help Our Bodies
Learners investigate the specific elements found in food that keep us healthy. For this healthy eating lesson, students identify proteins, carbohydrates, minerals, and vitamins as part of a healthy diet when consumed in moderation....