Students observe visual art by utilizing the Internet in class. In this Keith Haring instructional activity, students define the art which Haring has created over the years and examine previous art work online. Students complete...

Students are able to read and analyze the essential parts of two specific types of documents, the informed consent document and the position paper, used by scientists to communicate information about their research to two different kinds...

Students participate in Olympic events. In this Olympic Games lesson, students research information about countries involved in the Olympic Games and prepare to participate in a closing ceremony for their school Olympics.

Pupils research an ocean species. In this science lesson plan, students create a research presentation as a conclusion to the ocean grazers unit. Pupils present their projects to the class and complete a self-reflection paper.

Eighth graders interpret historical evidence presented in primary and secondary resources. In this Era of Good Feelings lesson, 8th graders research historical figures of the Antebellum Period. Students use their findings to create...

Students research California boomtowns. In this Western settlement lesson plan, students research the boomtown of California and create brochures that feature their research findings.

Middle schoolers consider how technology changed the world of war. In this world history activity, students research 20th century world conflicts and then compose essays that feature the how technology changed the way that wars were fought.

Students celebrate World Egg Day. In this egg-decorating lesson, students research egg traditions from other countries and then use their findings to decorate an egg in the tradition of the country they studied.

Students research the first Thanksgiving. In this first Thanksgiving lesson plan, students research the Internet about how the first Thanksgiving came about between the Native Americans and the Pilgrims. They complete a KWL chart, and...

Young scholars author a problem and solution essay. In this environmental stewardship lesson, students conduct research and write an essay regarding an environmental topic of their choosing.

Students explore the Ring of Fire. In this Ring of Fire lesson, students research information about the Ring of Fire and plate tectonics. Students write 2-page research papers regarding their findings.

Second graders read "The Hundred Penny Box" by Sharon Mathis Bell. They research each year of their life in preparation for writing an autobiography and develop notes to help them in later writing.

Students research the accomplishments of Aztec leaders. For this early civilizations lesson, students research Itzcoatl, Montezuma I, Ahuizotl, Montezuma II, and Cuaucht moc. Students use their research findings to create...

Young scholars complete independent studies about famous architects or buildings. In this architecture lesson, students discuss what they know about the subject with their teacher. Young scholars then select European architects and/or...

Students discover how flight works by researching birds.  In this animal life lesson, students utilize the Internet to find information about the four aspects of flight.  Students define the four aspects and label a worksheet...

Students examine the ethics of biotechnology and genetically modifying various organisms. They complete various activities and labs on GMOs and then write a position paper regarding their individual opinions on the subject.

Sixth graders put their research skills to work. In this Revolutionary War lesson, 6th graders research a famous figure from that era. Students use the information gathered to prepare for a wax museum experience.

High schoolers take a virtual tour of the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library. In this Kennedy presidency lesson, students access the library via the Internet and take notes on the experience. High schoolers write essays using the...

Fourth graders investigate the life cycle of a tree by researching the Internet.  For this plant life lesson, 4th graders observe The Life of a Tree website and discuss the life of a tree from sprout to death.  Students create...

Students select writing prompts for the class.

Students explore daily life in ancient Egypt. In this ancient civilizations lesson plan, students research Internet and print sources regarding aspects of daily life in ancient Egypt. Students compose fictitious journals based on their...

Students explore the Watergate scandal. In this Watergate lesson, students watch a video regarding the scandal and use the Internet to research it as well. Students then interview adults who share memories of the scandal.

Students research national parks. In this geology lesson, students identify the geological features of selected national parks and create PowerPoint presentations that feature their findings.

Students identify heroes and role models they are familiar with. They write a paper about people they know or celebrities they admire. They research people using the Internet and other research materials.