Second graders read the story, The Bundle of Sticks, and discuss the story elements within the story; setting, plot, conflict resolution.  In this readers theater lesson, 2nd graders reenact the story in small...

Students explore problems and solutions in literature. In this literature lesson, students identify problems and solutions in short guided and independent reading samples. Students also discuss characterization techniques used to develop...

Students write and illustrate a wish for the first gift of Christmas. In this Christmas lesson plan, students read the book The Polar Express and then write what they wish could be the first gift of Christmas.

Students investigate movement.  In this physical education lesson, students select a "fortune cookie" made from crumpled paper and read the directions inside.  Students perform locomotor skills by following the oral directions...

Students investigate the 1968 Olympics by identifying their mascots.  In this Olympic history lesson, students participate in a group activity where they match countries with their representative mascots.  Students analyze the...

Students complete lessons on the computer related to pecans. Students complete assignments such as typing descriptions of pecan categories, using email to find out information, researching the internet about production regions, and more.

Students discover the freedom of dance by performing physical expression with music.  For this physical education lesson, students discuss ways their body can make noise such as snapping, patting, or stomping.  Students utilize...

Students explore the types of fish caught in the Mid-Atlantic region. In this fishing lesson plan, students learn about fishing methods and meet fishermen that catch the fish. Using the water ways website, students research types of...

Young scholars illustrate fire safety practices. In this early childhood lesson plan, students identify fire hazards within the home, and discuss fire safety. Young scholars read mini-books based on fire safety, and then illustrate...

Students analyze the characters in the book Christmas at Mud Flat. In this early childhood lesson plan, students analyze characters in the book, then choose which character they personally identify with the most. Students then use...

Students examine the U.S. map and identify cultural areas. In this archaeology lesson, students locate cultural areas on the U.S. map and fill in the proper locations.

Young scholars explore how muscles work. In this health lesson, students identify how the blood supplies muscles with oxygen. Young scholars participate in an online activity to reinforce the concepts.

Students examine the issue of littering. In this waste management lesson plan, students discover what littering is and how it affects the environment.

Young scholars play a game. In this cooperation lesson, students are introduced to a game where they each take turns drawing a piece of a picture. They discuss how we can do different things when we work together and what the terms...

Second graders examine the use of synonyms. In this synonym lesson, 2nd graders listen to a read aloud of Splendiferous Christmas and ring a jingle bell each time a synonym is used for a word mentioned in the book. They write synonyms on...

Second graders create a character template for their fairy tale. In this character lesson, 2nd graders using the Paint program on the computer to create their character. They use this character throughout their pictures without needing...

Students practice their addition and subtraction skills. For this seasonal math lesson, students create pumpkin worksheets that may be used to practice addition and subtraction number sentences.

Students practice their times tables. In this multiplication practice instructional activity, students learn and practice a method that helps them remember the 9 times table.

Students explore the concept of patterning. In this patterns lesson, students use recycled plastic tab closures as well as their problem solving skills to identify and create patterns.

Pupils receive welcome gifts. In this happy rock lesson plan, students get the smooth stone rocks as gifts from their teacher. Pupils also receive welcome poems.

Second graders investigate realistic fiction, holiday celebrations, making tally charts. In this multi-disciplinary lesson, 2nd graders listen to a story about Thanksgiving and one about the Chinese New Year to develop an understanding...

Students explore organized religion by reading excerpts from the Bible. In this Christianity  lesson, students listen to their instructors praise Jesus Christ and describe "The Christian Walk." Students view images of flying animals...

Second graders practice writing a narrative piece. In this narrative writing instructional activity, 2nd graders fill out a Rough Draft Organizer then write a narrative composition. Students then conference with the teacher to show their...

Second graders create their own writing pieces. In this narrative lesson plan, 2nd graders use a graphic organizer to come up with ideas and details. They practice writing topic sentences.