Ninth graders compare ancient and modern technology in water transporting. In this activity on the evolution of the aqueduct, 9th graders build a working aqueduct model and examine its components. They explain the importance and use of...

Sixth graders review what they know about Rome. In this World history lesson plan, 6th graders pretend they are Romans and try to correct some of Rome's major problems.

Sixth graders discuss the rise of Rome from a republic to a dictatorship. In small groups, they role-play as congress people debating whether or not to give the president more powers. In another activity, 6th graders produce television...

Students discover the Medieval reformation. In this ethics lesson, students simulate council and government bodies to determine responses to various opinions regarding religion and ethics. They determine what postilions to take and why...

Students explore the relationship between Marc Antony and Cleopatra.  In this World History lesson, students research Marc Antony, Julius Caesar and Cleopatra, then answer specific questions about how they are all related. ...

Sixth graders take an Internet trip back in time to explore ancient cultures. Working in teams, they assume the roles of theologian, cartographer, economist, political analyst, and anthropologist. The same groups then create time...

Students explore the concepts of blasphemy, censorship and freedom of expression through the lens of Salman Rushdie. They also consider how these issues have been reflected in US history.

Students explore the architecture of New England by identifying geometric shapes.  In this architectural activity, students examine photographs of classic building architecture and use a transparency to trace geometric shapes they...

Third graders use flashlights and balls to demonstrate how the light bounces off of the sun and reflects onto the moon. They record their observations in a journal.