Middle schoolers examine the stages in finding, removing, and processing mineral resources. They participate in the "Exploration Hunt" and "Leasing Mineral Rights" activities to better get a handle on their studying.

Ninth graders investigate word problems involving averages.  In this Algebra I lesson, 9th graders solve word problems which involve bowling averages, averaging football scores, and average cost of DVD’s.    

Students examine how to determine which strategy to use to solve word problems. In this word problem strategy lesson, students listen to a lecture on the process of using different strategies to solve math problems. They look at guess...

Learners experiment with sounds of words. In this word comparison lesson, students complete a series of games to assist them in hearing and sounding out the letters in the word rice.  Learners use this information to find or think...

For this math worksheet, students complete a series of mathematical investigations to determine readiness for the course of study they are enrolled in. This worksheet is problem set four in a set of worksheets for calculus.

Students simulate purchasing a car. They use various search engines on the Internet to research the car purchase. Students investigate types of cars, trade in value, insurance costs, interest rates and monthly costs.

In this Algebra II worksheet, 11th graders investigate matrix multiplication. The two page worksheet includes instructions and examples and two problems. Solutions are included.   

In this counting coins learning exercise, learners determine how much money is needed to buy the frog by completing the understand, plan, solve, and look back sections.

In this ESL present forms worksheet, students choose the correct word to fill in a blank in a sentence, selecting from a drop down list. Page has a link to additional resources.

Students explore the validity of claims of UV protection. Students research UV rays and the cancer danger presented by these rays. Working in groups, they perform tests on sunglass and sunscreen products to determine if their claim of UV...

Learners explore and research the history of Native Americans in North America.

Students read an article about a pressing public policy issue. Using the text, they identify the themes, facts and ideas presented and develop an argument supporting or disagreeing with the position of the author. In groups, they...

Students read a short history of the construction of the Idaho State Capital building. They use a supply list from the superintendent of construction, Herbert Quigley, to calculate costs for particular construction projects depicted in...

In this math worksheet, students compare four sets of ratios. They solve four proportions. Students use proportions and ratios to solve four word problems.

Ninth graders explore the process of solving one-step equations.  In this Algebra I lesson, 9th graders solve one-step equations involving multiplication and division.  The lesson includes translation of verbal expressions to...

In this comparing numbers worksheet, students complete several word problems by subtracting the number from the table for the school supply costs. Students subtract to compare the prices of the items.

Students examine the three branches of the Federal Government and their decision to place Japanese-Americans in camps during World War II. They analyze debates made by leaders during this time period.

Tenth graders have the opportunity to meet with people in their own school who have not lived in Canada their entire lives. They describe fundamental beliefs and values associated with democratic citizenship.

In this sentence completion instructional activity, students read the sentences and choose the best word to complete the sentence. Students complete 12 sentences.

In this ESL idioms instructional activity, students choose the correct phrase to complete a sentence that uses an idiom that contains the word "put."

Learners investigate the plan of a community water management plan. They are given the roles of community members who are involved in a meeting to discuss the development of a plan to conserve water and preserve resources of water.

For this personal needs worksheet, students draw 4 pictures that depict something that is needed in life. Students rate each need in order of importance by coloring 1 to 3 stars.

In this social studies family dynamics worksheet, young scholars complete a two sided chart. On one side, students list things that their parents do that they like. The other side is to list the things parents do that they do not like....

In this perimeter, area, or volume learning exercise, learners read the word problems and determine whether to problem solve to find the perimeter, area, or volume to answer the six word problems.