Third graders identify the different states of matter. In this science lesson plan, 3rd graders describe the different components of solutions and mixtures. They create emulsions, foams and suspensions in the lab.

Students explore the genetic engineering of food.  In this health lesson plan students explain how DNA technology can be used to produce food. 

Fifth graders explore plant characteristics by viewing a flower and seed presentation. In this environmental adaptation instructional activity, 5th graders identify specific traits plants have in order to allow them to grow in different...

Learners study fungi and its parts.  In this exploring fungi lesson students fill out a worksheet that includes a diagram of fungi and questions. 

Future public health officials read about the exposure to pyrethroid pesticides and analyze box plots of pesticide use, diet, and children's ages. They discuss whether or not there are any relationships in the data. If you feel this...

Learners research different areas of biotechnology. For this biology lesson, students create a presentation about their research. They debate the topic presented and share their views on the subject.

Compare and contrast learned and innate behaviors between humans and primates. Your biology class members read articles and participate in discussions about the use of tools and communication methods. That's about it, you'll probably...

First graders compare and contrast adult and baby animals to identify similar characteristics shared by both.

Seventh graders discuss their own genetic traits. Using computers, they research the creation of Punnett Squares. They preform online experiments with peas, predicting the appearances of the offspring. They determine how genetic traits...

Students explore the basics of DNA and its history.  In this DNA instructional activity students extract DNA from fruits and understand how it is used in forensics.

Students examine water quality indicators,test water quality and record their results.  In this water quality lesson students complete a water testing lab and complete a lab report. 

Students explore dinosaurs. In this dinosaur identification lesson, students watch video clips for different dinosaurs from the Discovery Kids website. Students discuss the clips with their teacher. Students may then role play the...

Students explore biology by creating diagrams of animal life cycles. In this baby bird lesson, students view video clips of birds being born from incubation to flying on their own. Students utilize the Internet to research birds and...

Students plan a service project. In this philanthropy lesson, students learn about Clara Barton and discuss her contributions before and after the Red Cross. Students discuss the importance of the Red Cross and list times they have given...

Fourth graders participate in an activity dealing with the environment.

Students discuss cultural issues in their community. In this cultural lesson plan, students meet a local Hispanic activist and discuss current issues in the community.

High schoolers prepare to job hunt. In this job search lesson, students examine sample resumes and sample job applications. High schoolers write their own resumes and discuss job interview tips. This lesson is set up for students to...

Students participate in Olympic events. In this Olympic Games lesson, students research information about countries involved in the Olympic Games and prepare to participate in a closing ceremony for their school Olympics.

Fifth graders read and discuss "The Hundred Penny Box". They write their own autobiographies, collect pennies for each year of their lives, and illustrate their favorite yearly activities.

In this comprehension of text worksheet, students read a short excerpt from chapter seven entitled, She made me go. and answer three comprehension questions. Students then split into two groups to debate one side or the other on an...