Seventh graders collect and classify leaves.  In this digital leaf collection instructional activity, 7th graders photograph approximately 20 leaves.  Students use their leaves in a multimedia presentation and create hyperlinks...

Students explore the concept of insects and their habitats.  In this insect habitat lesson plan, students create travel brochures for particular insects.  Students must include habitat, producers, and consumers with in the...

Students practice counting sets of objects and numerals.  In this numerical identification activity, students listen to the story, Bears Wears Buttons, and participate in a flash card activity where students must place buttons...

Shape shifters examine and experiment with pattern shapes.  In this geometry lesson, they work in groups to name and describe pattern block shapes, and they discover the combinations of shapes that can be placed inside a hexagon.

Students explore volcanoes.  In this cross curricula lesson plan, students use the Internet to investigate volcanoes.  The series of six lesson plan guides the students in their search for information, thus building research...

Students investigate scientific methods by analyzing an article from the Natural Inquirer.  In this data analysis lesson, students read an article from the magazine and discuss at least 2 scientific methods that could be used to...

Students differentiate the pros and cons of different areas. In this geometry instructional activity, students compare and contrast different sizes based on their area. They put an image to the size of a shape.

Students write and illustrate their own graphic novels. In this George Washington lesson, students collaborate to research Washington's life as surveyor, his involvement in the French and Indian War as well as the American Revolution,...

Students consider the influence of the Greeks on American architecture. In this American Greek Revival architecture lesson, students identify the attributes of architectural style as they compare the Parthenon with the Lincoln Memorial....

Students explore surreal art and poetry. In this visual arts lesson, students examine works by André Breton, Robert Desnos, Salvador Dalí, and Joan Miro. Students then apply the techniques in the works they analyze to their own poetry.

Students investigate the Exploration Age. In this research skills lesson, students discover the impact of exploration as they locate information about selected explorers. Students design and create relief maps that feature exploration...

Students examine dance and choreography in Russian history. In this Russian history lesson, students discover details about Russian ballet and the work of Marius Petipa as they conduct independent research and present their findings to...

Young scholars consider the role of the Freedom Riders. In this American Civil Rights instructional activity, students watch videos, listen to lectures, and conduct research regarding the participants in the Freedom Ride protest. Several...

Young scholars investigate the art of baseball. In this sports lesson, students discuss their thoughts about the sport of baseball and create a baseball word list. Young scholars use pattern blocks and drawing paper to...

Students explore musical pitch. In this cross curriculum musical instruments and "sound" physics lesson, students identify and describe common traits of woodwind instruments. Students research "pitch" and what causes pitch fluctuation by...

Fifth graders read literature that explains several reasons the Virginia Company was established. In this history lesson, 5th graders use different learning styles; interpersonal, artistic, logical, visual, and auditory to understand all...

Students study the physical properties of minerals and illustrate their functions.  In this mineral lesson students construct models of some minerals.

Students create a model of centrifugal compressor wheel following step-by-step instructions. In this technology lesson, students use SolidWorks to create curved surfaces. They give practical applications of a centrifugal compressor.

Students explain how E-bomb works. In this physics lesson, students simulate the effects of e-bombs on electronic targets. They discuss its potential harmful effects when used as a weapon.

Students research the development of the steam engines. In this US history lesson, students analyze the impact of this invention to civilization. They discuss the events leading to the growth and development of different cities.

Ninth graders compare the Arctic and Antarctic.  For this climate lesson students work in groups, research and complete an oral report or a poster. 

Learners investigate the animals and plants of the rainforests. They define rainforest, watch and discuss a National Geographic video, and write a short story.