Young scholars examine Ernest Shackleton's journey through the Antarctic and trace Shackleton's Actual Route on a map using longitude and latitude coordinates. Students compare his intended route with his actual and determine how far...

Students identify the differences between maps and globes. In this map skills instructional activity, students are shown a globe and a map and recognize the differences. Students use post-it notes to locate several locations on the world...

Students explore the different types of rice. In this botany lesson, students match characteristics of rice with its variety.

Learners identify the continents on the globe. In this map skills lesson, students define the term "continent" and identify the seven continents on the globe.

Young scholars practice nutrition facts. In this health and nutrition activity, students participate in a game in which two teams compete to "spill their guts" by quickly answering factual questions pertaining to nutrition.  This...