Students study the fetal development of humans.  In this development lesson students divide into groups and research the different gestational weeks of a fetus. 

Young scholars factor trinomials using algebra tiles and blocks. In this algebra lesson, students complete a trinomials station activity. They work backwords to find their answers and discuss their steps in a group.

Second graders explore biology by creating birdhouses. In this bird identification lesson, 2nd graders discuss the different types of birds that live in their environment and what characteristics each type of bird has. Students create a...

Students complete a worksheet.  In this fractions lesson, students review their knowledge of fractions, define equivalent fractions, see examples of equivalent fractions and practice making equivalent fractions.

Students investigate life skills by participating in a voice recording activity. In this baking lesson plan, students identify the ingredients needed to create pizza menu items and the steps which should be taken to bake them. Students...

In this activity, students will design a theme park attraction based on a fantastic journey from literature, film, or their own imaginations.

Fifth graders apply the Five Themes of Geography as they relate to the U.S., the world, and specific places in United States history. They recognize and label geographical locations on a map of the United States.

Sixth graders research the history of Huguenot Street and visit the street as a class field trip. They, in groups, present their research and observations in a skit format.

Middle and high schoolers identify and analyze fractals and research information using the Internet to locate information about them. They look at fractals in relation to nature and other real world situations. Pupils create several...

Seventh graders investigate the strength of the muscular system. They explore voluntary and involuntary muscle movement and discuss the types of muscles: cardiac or heart, skeletal, and smooth. They visit stations to answer questions...

Second graders practice navigating around their neighborhood by utilizing a compass.  In this geography activity, 2nd graders view a compass rose, discover the purpose of it, and utilize it to navigate through a printed map of their...

Second graders explore geography by completing a mapping activity in class. In this directional lesson, 2nd graders examine a map in class and utilize a compass rose to identify their location and destination. Students write directions...

Sixth graders weigh regular and diet soda to see which one is heavier and therefore which one contains more sugar. For this soda lesson plan, 6th graders discover that regular soda contains more sugar because it weighs more. 

Third graders create a poster documenting the responsibilities of a good citizen. During group discussion, they develop a list of ways in which they can participate as responsible citizens in their society. Students use their list to...

Students select a personal photo for an experience to write about. In this personal experience lesson, students find a photo of themselves that contains a 'small moment.' Students write about the personal experience in the picture.

Students present an analysis of a short story. Working in small groups, students prepare a presentation of up to 30 minutes analyzing the major elements in a story they have read. Completed presentations are given to the class and...

Students practice following directions. In this listening activity, students play a game of "Follow the Leader" while coloring in an activity page. They must color their page according to the directions given by the teacher or leader.

Third graders discuss citizenship and the meaning of the Pledge of Allegiance. On poster board, the teacher draws a tree and students draw their citizenship ideas on paper or clip pictures from magazines and glue them to the tree.

Students continue their examination of the water cycle. In groups, they present their findings to the class after researching a specific topic related to the water cycle. They spend the rest of the lessons asking questions and answering...

Students increase capacity for learning. In this engagement instructional activity, autistic students complete computer modules to assist them with increasing learning capability in all subject areas. 

First graders create predictions for the story, Just Me and My Mom. In this language arts lesson, 1st graders read and discuss the story. Additionally, students draw pictures of the events of the story to show who, what, where, and when....

Ninth graders examine the Protestant reformation.  In this World History lesson, 9th graders analyze various photographs from the Reformation.  Students watch a video clip of Luther's trip to Rome.   

Middle schoolers each get a copy of the "Formal vs. Informal" task sheet. They read the sentences twice and students put a check mark in the appropriate column on the task sheet. Middle schoolers explain orally why the form of address...

Students create and give oral proposals for the construction of a gazebo using a blueprint created with Geometer's Sketchpad. They then build a gazebo model using the blueprints created and provide evidence why it should be selected for...