High school writers identify the purpose of both a topic sentence and a transitional statement. They write a topic sentence which denotes the paragraph topic and the author's stand on that topic. Then they write an effective transitional...

First graders word process a topic sentence, two detail sentences and a concluding sentence about an image. They import a picture and change the font color of their writing.

Fifth graders research a topic of their choice using the internet, magazines, and books. In this research lesson plan, 5th graders are graded on their research and delivery skills of their presentation.

How is your computer or phone able to talk to you? Explore the tasks needed for a computer to understand human voice input and then write code for a Chatbot with this lab guide.

Students practice biographical writing after completing research on the subject.  In this journalism lesson, students read a story of an important person's life and discuss the important moments along the way.  Students utilize...

How does word choice affect the reading of a text? Compare two headlines that were written about the same event. Is one biased? Discuss how word choice often reveals the author's feelings about a topic. Then look at different techniques...

In this Europeana website crash instructional activity, students read the article, answer true and false questions, complete synonym matching, complete phrase matching, complete a gap fill, answer short answer questions, answer...

In this Amazon.com worksheet, students read the article, answer true and false questions, complete synonym matching, complete phrase matching, complete a gap fill, answer short answer questions, answer discussion questions, write, and...

Students explain how geographic/cultural setting influences identity by comparing/contrasting Esmeralda's Puerto Rican self with her American self. They closely read text to pinpoint when Esmeralda was no longer Puerto Rican. Students...

Students use audio devices to record a text and have a peer edit it.  In this peer review and collaboration lesson, students write a short text on a topic provided by the teacher.  After recording their text the message is sent...

Third graders explore the world of inventions by describing their impact on their own lives.  For this technology lesson, 3rd graders practice writing descriptive paragraphs about different inventions that they find...

Students write a personal narrative and convert the story into digital format. In this digital storytelling lesson, students write a personal narrative, record the story, create images for the story, add animations or transitions, and...

First graders construct a story sticking to the topic with 2-4 sentences.

Third graders go through the writing process but substitute paper and pencil with the computer to create a story about "The Time I Got Lost".

First graders construct a story using adjectives. They type and edit their story using a computer and ClarisWorks, Kids-Paint and Write.

Students write/type a three wish paragraph into Microsoft Word. They include specific items and ideas, that are listed in this lesson plan, in their paragraph. They participate in printing their paragraphs and sharing them with the class.

Students, using the Internet, post information about local attractions. They choose a topic and create a website. They review each others website and make comments on its content.

Young scholars explore multiplication concepts.  In this multiplication lesson, students define "array" and draw several arrays to represent multiplication number sentences.  Young scholars construct arrays on the computer...

Students organize facts about Harriet Tubman. In this writing lesson, students research Harriet Tubman, sort facts about her into two categories, and use the information they have found to write about her life in complete paragraphs.

Eighth graders explore reference materials and then complete a research project.  In this research project lesson plan, 8th graders choose the best reference source to use. Students learn to correctly site sources for their project....

Students write sentences using different writing styles. Through peer editing, they hone their writing to create effective thesis statements. They create a glossary of text messaging terms.

In this inventions research activity, learners read the sentence and research in the library or on the Internet to find the answer and then write it on the blue line. Students then write a short report about this topic: Charles _____, an...

In this inventions research activity, students read the sentence and research in the library or on the Internet to find the answer and then write it on the blue line. Students then write a short report about this topic: French chemist...

In this physics research worksheet, students read the sentence and use a library or the Internet to find the answer and write it on the blue line. Students must then write a report about this topic: Albert ____, German physicist...