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Draw Like an Egyptian
Students discover the cultural history of Egypt by illustrating Egyptian figures. Â In this art history lesson, students analyze the Egyptian styles of figure drawings and emulate that by creating their own illustrations using an Egyptian...
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Vocabulary Review #17
In this vocabulary review #17 learning exercise, students interactively select the correct word for 7 questions with immediate online feedback.
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Number Ordering
Students complete number ordering activities in an online format. In this number ordering lesson, students get a number from 0 to 30 and then participate in a timed exercise to order the numbers. Students split into odd and even numbers,...
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Making Corn-Husk Dolls
Second graders create corn husk dolls. In this pioneers lesson plan, 2nd graders use corn husks, thread, scissors and simple cloth to create corn husk dolls. They discuss how the pioneer children used these toys, this discussion is...
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Anger Management
Students discuss anger triggers and how they know they are getting angry. In this anger lesson plan, students discuss anger vocabulary and how to calm themselves down.
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Dancing Flamingos
Students, through the media of dance and drama, discover how an animal's behavior helps them to survive in the environment. They practice performing or mimicking how a flamingo's acts and positions itself when being observed. The...
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The Giant Giraffe: Reading Comprehension
In this comprehension worksheet, students read a selection about the giant giraffe, then answer 5 multiple choice questions. Answers provided.
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Owl Pellets: A Fowl-Up, Chuck!
Students discover the world of owls as predators. After watching a video of owls hunting and eating, are introduced to owl pellets. Students dissect their own pellet and match the prey's bones to a bone diagram.
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Tudor Costume
In this Tudor clothing worksheet, 7th graders analyze pictures and read short passages about the costumes during the early and late Tudor period. Students also learn the 9 steps of putting on an Elizabethan gown.
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Albatross Eye Shadow
Young scholars practice shading techniques to mimic the exquisite shading of the Albatross eye (eye shadow). Extension for students skilled in computer art included.
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Buddhism - Buddha Day, Make Your Own Origami Crane Part 2
In this Origami crane activity, students create an Origami crane from detailed instructions. This crane is an important symbol in the Buddhist religion.
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Math Maven's Mysteries
In these story problem worksheets, students read the story problem 'Mystery of the Peculiar Zoo.' Students use the information within the story to then solve the problems. Students use their multiplication and division skills to...
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"How Do You Measure Up?"
Fourth graders explore basic measurements by analyzing their own bodies. In this human anatomy activity, 4th graders identify the units used to measure a human body such as centimeters, inches, ounces and pounds. Students complete a...
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Orienteering I
Students are introduced to compass work. They name the parts of a compass. Students describe how the parts of a compass are used. They are shown the proper way to hold a compass. Students are shown that-a-way arrow and its purpose.
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World of Dinosaurs Game
In this science worksheet, students write each of the vocabulary terms that relate to earth science listed in the spaces of the bingo card provided. Then they use the clues at the bottom of the sheet to match to its correct science term...
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Winter Clothing Crossword
In this crossword puzzle worksheet, 1st graders read the 14 clues and use them to find the words to complete the puzzle about winter clothing.
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The Drinking Bird
Students discover how toys often illustrate fundamental physical principles. The toy drinking bird is an example. The challenge for you in the lab is to discover why the drinking bird functions.
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Bean Bag Fitness Fun
Young scholars move a bean bag in a variety of activities aimed at increasing flexibility.
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Turkey Time Decoration or Centerpiece
Students create a turkey using paint, a small paper plate, and a toilet paper tube.
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Dragons In Chinese Folktales And Art
Students investigate and discuss the use of the dragon in Chinese folktales and art in this middle school lesson introducing Chinese art and culture. Lesson extensions are included for additional activities.
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Adorable Snow Folks
Students create "Snow Folks" using children's mittens, rice, wooden balls, and various art materials in this Art lesson for grades Four and up. The lesson includes picture examples and suggestions for successful implementation of the...
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Scarecrow
Learners incorporate paper crafting techniques combined with sticks. They use burlap and buttons to give themselves plenty of room for self expression when creating these not so scary scarecrows. They line the finished scarecrows on...
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The Empires of Early Africa
Young scholars view the video "Empires of Early Africa." They are asked: Who was Nefertiti? They review the facts about Akhenaten and Nefertiti. Students discuss how archaeologists looked for clues to determine the identity of the...
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Orienteering II
Students name the parts of a compass and comprehend the function of each part. They define paces and tallies and use them in a real world situation. Students are shown the proper use of radio terminology. They use a map and compass to...