Experiment with mass and density as scholars figure out what makes things float or sink. First, they watch a podcast introducing these concepts. Be sure to use the comprehension question to test their understanding. Young scientists...

Burgers and salads and sodas, oh my! Scholars use a menu to investigate the Fundamental Counting Principle. They create tree diagrams to illustrate the number of possible choices for each given scenario.

Second graders identify the value of coins and make change from a dollar using different amounts. They are given story problems and use a fake shop in which they can buy things in which they have to determine how much change they would...

Students explore the concept of chemical formulas.  In this chemical formula lesson, students watch a video about balancing chemical equations.  Students conduct an experiment using silver nitrate and sodium phosphate. ...

Students use the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus to solve problems. In this calculus lesson plan, students use the TI to solve the graphing porting of the problem. They practice graphing functions and discuss their place in the real world.

Fifth graders record measurements and calculate the volume. They select and use appropriate units and procedures to measure volume # use tools such as technology to solve problems

Learners identify the stages of the water cycle. They listen to the book "Magic School Bus: Wet All Over," examine the Build Your Own Water Cycle website, predict and measure the amount of water in a jar for a week, and read a short play...

Young scholars analyze how clouds form. In this cloud formation instructional activity, students brainstorm types of clouds and what they think they're made of. Young scholars conduct an experiment to see how clouds form and discuss...

Space science and math collide in this inquiry that investigates launching times for antacid-tablet rockets! Upper elementary or middle school learners collect data as they launch these mini rockets. They apply concepts of place value...

Explore the concept of building equations for perimeter and circumference. Learners use rulers to measure the perimeter of half a sheet of paper.  Then fold the sheet of paper numerous times, each time measuring perimeter. ...

Learners create an experiment. In this friction lesson plan, students review the concept of friction and complete a bottle roll activity. Learners work in groups to create their own friction experiment.

Upper elementary pupils learn about the blood transportation system and anatomy of the human heart. They fill in an outline of the human heart  (not included) focusing on the flow of blood to and from the heart. Using stethoscopes,...

Students define the characteristics of a hero by creating their own fictional superhero.  For this film making lesson, students write the background of a superhero character and storyboard scenes from a movie they would like to...

Students chart temperatures in Egypt on spreadsheet to determine how weather conditions affect lifestyles.

Young scholars identify the different outcomes given a situation. In this algebra lesson, students calculate the possible outcome using the counting principle. They compare and analyze patterns to make their predictions.

Middle schoolers use the scientific method to discover the role of a candle's wick and how radiation allows candle wax to change from solid to liquid to gas. They work in small groups to use the steps of the scientific method approach in...