Fourth graders show the needs of plants met by soil. In this Science lesson, 4th graders detail the components of soil and determine which are living or once living and non-living. Students determine the needs of plant growth that are...

Fourth graders explore insect life by viewing a soil presentation in class. For this composting lesson, 4th graders read assigned text about the process of composting soil and the necessity of soil in plant life. Students view video...

Fifth graders explore food production by viewing DNA presentations. In this genetic engineering lesson, 5th graders discuss the foods they typically eat at home and how many common foods are engineered in a way that can produce a bigger...

Fifth graders explore the economic effects of the colonization of North America. In this Social Studies lesson plan, 5th graders examine the economic  and cultural results that occurred due to North America entering the market....

Sixth graders explore biology by viewing video clips in class. In this microorganism identification lesson, 6th graders identify the types of organisms that can feed small animals such as algae and protozoans. Students view video clips...

Learners describe various medical facilities and the services they provide. Working in pairs, students research and list the location and telephone number of community medical facilities and the services they provide. Independently,...

Young scholars examine the problem of children being poisoned by lead in the United States. After discussing the uses of lead, they brainstorm a list of ways they can be poisoned by the substance. In groups, they discover how they can...

Students write a written summary of what they have learned about the astronaut nutritional diet in comparison with their own diet habits.

Students plan a menu for one day after they study the food pyramid and learn about their daily food requirements. They are given an updated food pyramid with a summary fo dietary recommendations that replaces the old standard "four food...

Third graders discuss healthy eating choices. They explore the components of a balanced diet and the importance of a balanced diet to growth and wellness. Students discuss the types of nutrients in fruits and vegetables that are...

Learners begin the lesson by noting the many ways in which to use peanuts. In groups, they use the internet to research the work of George Washington Carver. They discover the allergies and nutritional information of the peanut and...

Students explore food choices by researching the food pyramid in class. In this healthy eating habits lesson, students discuss each layer of the food pyramid and identify areas they need to improve in their own lives. Students visit the...

Students explore plant life by reading books about gardening. In this botany lesson, students read the books From Seed to Plant and Oh Say Can You Seed? while identifying the necessary elements to raising a healthy plant. Students view...

Fourth graders explore weather patterns by completing an Internet project. In this water cycle instructional activity, 4th graders read assigned text including a Magic School Bus book about precipitation and water. Students complete a...

Third graders explore agriculture by viewing video clips in class. In this farm animal lesson plan, 3rd graders identify the animals mostly eaten that come from farms and the types of food they consume before they are eaten by us....

Fourth graders examine the history of Utah's economy. In this Social Studies lesson, 4th graders analyze producers and consumers role in the community. Students study Utah's economy throughout history.

Eleventh graders analyze photographs representing leisure and transition during a global conflict. Working in groups, 11th graders review pictures from a web exhibit. The group completes a graphic organizer analyzing the photograph for...

Fourth graders explore plant life by completing an Internet activity. In this botany lesson plan, 4th graders identify the types of plants that grow locally and the different soils they utilize to survive. Students read assigned text...

Third graders complete a test demonstrating their knowledge of the study of eggs.

Third graders explore the five food groups. They discuss the importance of the five food groups in their diets. Students research each of the five food groups using a WebQuest. They use the information from the WebQuest to make healthy...

Fifth graders discover how agriculture affects our daily lives. In this agriculture lesson, 5th graders investigate different products that originate from agriculture. Resources are provided.

Studens identify the variety of services available to them at their local medical facilities. In pairs, they role play different conversations that can take place during a medical emergency. Students create a brief description of the...

Students identify different medical emergencies they may encounter. As a class, they discuss ways in which they can deal with different medical emergencies. Students practice responding to medical emergencies by writing a brief...

Sixth graders investigate the origins of clothing production. In this Social Studies lesson, 6th graders examine the components of agriculture involved in making clothes. Students research cotton.