Besides the dictionary definition, words also carry the added weight of meanings that are inferred or implied, meanings conferred on words, or connotations. To gain an understanding the importance of connotation, class members...

Learners explore humor by creating their own practical joke. In this April Fool's Day instructional activity, students read different situations in which practical jokes were taken too far. Learners discuss their reactions to the jokes...

Students read and complete language arts activities about the International Space Station. In this International Space Station lesson plan, students read about the space station, and complete language arts activities that include...

In this English worksheet, students read "Police to Charge Balloon Boy Father," and then respond to 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.

Students research various "mysterious" elements of literature, math, science, technology and life itself.