Popcorn History

Students research different types of popcorn popping machines. They compare older popping machines to those currently in use and identify the inventor and function of several popcorn popper designs.

Students study the origin of popcorn. They locate countries where it is grown on a world map. They color the world map and glue kernels of popcorn onto the countries from which popcorn originated. They write the names of common items...

Fourth graders explore Indiana. In this Indiana history lesson, 4th graders discuss how Indiana has developed through the years. Students discuss Indiana agriculture and follow a recipe using ingredients from Indiana crops. Students view...

Students research Earth science by participating in a food preparation activity. For this agriculture lesson, students discuss where corn comes from, how it used in modern day recipes and what the health benefits of the plant are....

Think counting sheep will put you to sleep? Not in this engaging lesson! Scholars get a brief background on shepherds' methods of counting their sheep and the various ways sheep are kept and used. Learners get a geographical perspective...

In this history of Nebraska learning exercise, students read information about pioneer life in a sod house.  Students conduct 4 experiments where they use measurement skills and observational skills to imagine the size, light levels,...

Students make homemade beads from flower petals while exploring Native American history, culture, and art.

Grab the popcorn and take a seat for a Hollywood premier! Eighth graders grasp the concepts behind Westward Expansion and create engaging videos by working through a set of 18 engaging tasks. They also hone their technology, social...

Students conduct a lab experiment using the scientific method. In this interdisciplinary lesson plan, students will test the difference in popping white and yellow corn. Students will write their lab report in their science, math,...

In this history instructional activity, students learn the history of and interesting facts about popcorn. Students read 4 short illustrated articles about popcorn.