Learners devise and conduct a survey at their school to discover what the students like to do in forests. They then plot the results in a line-graph. Learners research the various things threatening forest life.

Students combine the use of geographical information and writing. They write a story and create a visual aid to be used when presenting to the class. They move to different stations deciding which topic they want to further research. ...

Learners create quilt blocks in order to create their very own quilt. Students follow the given directions and patterns to create a variety of quilts and quilt blocks. The emphasis is on design and color combinations.

Students read a scenerio about people who lived in Germany during Nazi rule. As a class, they discuss the situations the character finds herself in and identify her responsiblities to her family. They answer discussion questions and...

Sixth graders discover why food is an important part of a culture. As a class, they practice the table manners used in China and identify the underlying values. They develop the skills to properly use chopsticks to end the lesson.

Fourth graders, who live on a Native American reservation, investigate how land management is addressed at Tribal Council meetings. They participate in a simulation of a meeting as the discover the workings of tribal government. They...

Learners identify elements of sustainable industries in the area and interpret their influence on the local economy. They discuss the types of goods and services that are provided by sustainable industries. Students observe common...

Students create Greek gifts out of paper as a review for an upcoming quiz. They are to use a manila envelope to create what they felt was an important gift the Greeks gave. Once the gift has been created, it is placed into a big bag...

Students read a story about the Pocumtucks' religious beliefs. Using the text, they discover their concept of land ownership and how they migrated within their territory in different seasons. They use primary and secondary sources to...

Young scholars recognize the value of giving to the community by looking at examples of sacrifices and traditions of Native Americans. In this Native American lesson, students given examples of philanthropic deeds of Native American...

In the allegory instructional activity students analyze Paulo Coelho's novel, The Alchemist. Students analyze allegorical elements by answering guided questions.

Fourth graders examine how trees help to absorb the pollution that is emitted from automobiles. They review the process of photosynthesis and determine how forest management is important on their reservation. They think about the...

This nine-part workshop is designed so that it can be used for professional development by individuals, groups of teachers, or as a course for graduate credit. It features videos of eight elementary teachers practicing and discussing...

A learning module that begins with "Greek Philosophy" by Cristian Violatti, accompanied by guided reading questions, assessment questions, and discussion questions. The text can be printed as a PDF or assigned online through free teacher...

This lesson outline summarizes the philosophical issues embedded in the book Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day by Judith Viorst. This is followed by question sets that teachers can use to guide students in a...

Peruse this general history of the philosophy of Confucianism.

Go directly to the teaching resource developed to accompany the first episode in the six-part documentary on Auschwitz ("Auschwitz: Inside the Nazi State") broadcast by PBS. Find a discussion guide for clarifying how and when the Nazis...

Discover more about Matthew Arnold's life and work when you check out the links provided within this resource.

Find stories, novels, and poems from more than one hundred authors. Download select works as MP3 files or read or listen to them online. Available selections span a wide range of literature, from nursery rhymes to the philosophy of...

This resource provides materials for teachers on a huge array of topics. Search site by topic, grade level, and desired output (such as lesson plan, case study, assessment or tutorial). Site is focused on earth science, geography, and...

These materials document the philosophy and activities of the Concerned White Citizens of Alabama, who fought for racial equality and voting rights for African Americans; from the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute.

A lesson plan that examines the events and conditions that led to the 1963 March on Washington and the impact of the march on civil rights in the United States. Young scholars learn about the concept of "separate but equal" and the...

Biographical survey of the educational and religious philosophy of Bronson Alcott (1799-1888), author, teacher, conversationalist, transcendentalist philosopher, and outspoken advocate of educational and social reform. Includes extensive...

A summary on this group of "teachers" and their beliefs. The author identify some of the major "Sophists" and their ideas.