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Seasons--Autumn (fall)
As part of a discussion of seasonal words, class members identify words relating to autumn and then identify the language used to describe what happens during this time of year.
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Seasons--Spring
Learning about the seasons, and the vocabulary associated with it, are important for both elementary and ESL students. Using an attractive and varied format, this 20 question activity has students identify words related to spring, and...
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Seasons--Winter
This well-designed seasons worksheet has students look at 33 words, circle the words that are associated with winter, and complete 8 sentences by circling the multiple choice words that completes each sentence correctly. Students...
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"Water Has Many Uses" Mini-unit
Young scholars understand the importance of water as a resource in our lives. In this water mini-unit students recognize that not all countries have water available as we do. Young scholars discuss and explain a plan for responsibilities...
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Endangered Giant Pandas
In this giant panda activity, students read and complete 5 pages of information and activities pertaining to the giant panda. Students study maps of the area, read fun facts about pandas, cut and paste life cycle sequencing, and read...
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Action Verbs
In this action verbs activity, students fill in the blanks with the correct forms of the action verbs given to them. Students complete 18 sentences.
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No Child Left Inside Lessons
The benefits of taking students outside for outdoor activities and lessons can be substantial for everyone.
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Launching Writer's Workshop
Writer's Workshop can be a great way to create a community of writers.
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Leprechaun Dust
Learners make "leprechaun dust" in this short art lesson using Jello instant pistachio pudding, small jars, milk, and spoons. Ideal for celebrating St. Patrick's Day with early-elementary students. Can be combined with the reading of a...
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Help the Duck Find Her Babies
Students study the basic need for animals to attract mates and reproduce young.
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Tracking Ozone
Young scholars track an ozone event in Groton, CT. They compare weather changes and the subsequent ozone levels. Also, they make comparisons and determinations about ozone levels.
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Geography of the Wasatch Front
Learners examine and discuss urban geography and land-cover types along the Wasatch Front. They analyze thermal images, create collages, and predict surface and air temperatures from aerial photos in the Salt Lake City Valley.
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Dog Lot Math
Students use their problem-solving skills to answer math problems. They determine the cost of feeding sled dogs. They share their answers with the class.
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Climatic Changes
In this climate changes learning exercise, students review the different events such as volcanic eruptions and El Nino that change the climate. This learning exercise has 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions.
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The Young Virginia Gardener: Container Gardening-Kitty Garden
In this gardening worksheet, students read a passage on container gardens for cats, then research why cats like catnip and grass. A reference web site is given for additional activities.
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Effects of Ozone in the Air
Fifth graders learn how ground-level ozone is an air pollution problem. Students measure ozone levels and graph the results.
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Will There Be Ozone Tomorrow
Young scholars collect and analyze real time data. They make comparisons and determinations about the status of ozone in their local area and predict the Ozone level for the next day
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Raven Mask
Students explore the artistic expressions of the Northwest Native American Indians and using traditional palette of colors, create a personal interpretation of the traditional raven mask.
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Ozone Pollution: Smog Alert
Students simulate the development of smog. They discover how it forms naturally in nature. They read news articles about the ozone and pollution. They discuss what they can do to lower the pollution they generate.
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READY, SET, PLANT
Students identify the basic steps a gardener takes in planting seeds. Students identify the many uses of tomatoes. Students examine the seeds and try to identify them. Students place their plants in a sunny window and water them when...
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Salt Lake City, Utah
Learners research the history of the Salt Lake City. In this geography lesson, students select an activity in Salt Lake City to research, such as snow skiing. Learners write a research report.
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TAKS Math Quiz-Currency Problems
In this TAKS math quiz worksheet, students take an online quiz focused on problems using currency. Quiz may be graded online by clicking a link.
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Hibernation and Estimation
In this hibernation worksheet, students first read the passage below about animals who hibernate to adapt to the cold weather. They then answer the 10 questions at the bottom of the page.
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Line Graphs 4
In this graph worksheet, students interpret given line graphs. They determine the range, and identify the range in a set of data. This one-page worksheet contains approximately 14 problems.