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Clauses
In this clauses worksheet, students correct sentences by inserting commas to set off clauses and change clause pronouns to 'that' when possible. Students combine two sentences into one using adjective clauses.
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"Mexico" Lessons
Students complete a number of lessons to learn the history of Mexico. They research Aztec myths, Tenochtitlan, and create reports to share with the class.
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Continents And Islands
Students engage in a literature study in order to address the concept of exploring the culture of Puerto Rico. The lesson plan looks at the culture through the eyes of two children. This helps students to connect to the content of the...
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Learning About Guatemala Through Its Kites
Pupils are introduced to Guatemala and to the tradition of giant kites. They decorate the kite sail and construct the kite. Students identifies possible causal factors contributing to given historical events.
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"An Eye For An Eye, A Tooth For A Tooth"
Sixth graders debate their reactions to two different historical documents about managing a society. In this U.S. history lesson, 6th graders read two articles on codes and laws from different time periods and debate their thoughts.
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Appreciating Diversity: A Multicultural Lesson Based on the Traditional Clothing of the Maya
Learners compare the traditional Mayan clothing to their everyday clothing. In this multicultural appreciation lesson, students look at images of traditional Mayan clothing and discuss its importance.
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Monetary Mania
Pupils participate in an online quiz program that reviews economic concepts and vocabulary. They apply concepts learned through the International Money Fund Center.
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A Brief History of Los Angeles
Middle schoolers study the diverse cultures that make up the population of Los Angeles.
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U.S. Place Names Show Our Diversity
Students study place names for different area in the US and determine why they were named in such a way. They examine maps to look at the religious names, "new" beginning names, and copy cat names. They complete a word search to find...
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Cultural Corner- "Mexico"
Students use print and electronic resources to gather information about Mexico. They present a mini-museum to share with students, parents, and other interested classes around the district. They present their information in a video...
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Hispanics in Indianapolis
Eighth graders explore the history of the Indianapolis Hispanic Community and create an illustrated timeline of Hispanics in Indianapolis beginning from 1870 and ending in 1999, while exploring local social issues of the past and present.
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NFE Christmas Quiz
Sixth graders explore the details of Christmas. In this Christmas history lesson, 6th graders participate in a bingo quiz on Christmas. Students complete a worksheet after the quiz.