Take this simulated archaeological dig one layer at a time with your young pupils to encourage observation, critical thinking, and careful attention. Using a transparent box full of layers of sand and artifacts, pupils examine the...

Scholars examine the first Thanksgiving through books and interviews while they complete a KWL chart. Pretending they are part of the feast, learners craft a scrapbook page that features images related to their experience. Pupils reflect...

Fifth graders read postcards and find their locations on maps. They use the pictures and text on the postcards to write about imaginary vacations. They compute the mileage and compare it to TripMaker data.

Learners examine the challenges a single teenage parent faces. In groups, they research ways to positively cope with an unplanned pregnancy and design their own layette for their new baby. As a class, they discuss what it means to be...

Students investigate vegetables. In this multi-subject lesson plan, students learn about vegetables and participate in several activities using vegetables. A list of 7 materials is included.

Students investigate artifacts and reconstruct them. In this artifact lesson plan, students research archaeologists and Native American groups. Students plan a design for a clay pot which represent the Native American artifact.