Curated OER
"ty" number
Second graders encounter the need to assess the code in English for tens is that the word ends in "-ty." They explore the meaning of two or three digit whole numbers to realize that the meaning of words like sixty can be decoded by...
Curated OER
Problem Solving: guess and check
In this guess and check worksheet, students use the strategy guess and check to solve math word problems containing one and two digit numbers. Students complete 6 problems.
Curated OER
Challenging Images
Students demonstrate the meaning of self-esteem and individuality. In this character education lesson, students discuss the meaning of self-esteem and self-image. Students are divided into small groups and are shown photographs of...
Curated OER
Represent Whole Numbers and Decimals
In this representing whole numbers and decimals practice worksheet, students sharpen their problem solving skills as they solve 6 story problems.
Curated OER
Betting on China
Learners study the USA Today articles about the economic rise and dominance of China. In this Chinese economy lesson, students read the article about China as an economic threat to the United States. Learners study a pie chart and...
Curated OER
What's a Per-"cent"?
Students recognize the mathematical connections between fractions and percents. They develop and study graphs to make connections between their data and what it represents. They write about the connections they have discovered.
Curated OER
Weaker Dollar, Stronger Returns
In this economics instructional activity, students read a 1-page article titled "Weaker Dollar, Stronger Returns," and then respond to 4 short answer questions about the article.
Curated OER
A "State of the Arts" Coin
Students study the historical figures depicted on the quarter and explore how symbols of U.S. patriotism were used in its various designs. They research symbols of Texas and choose one to draw in a design for a Texas
quarter. in...
Curated OER
Stitch in Time for the Common Good
Students discover the medical breakthroughs provided by profit and non-profit organizations. In this nonprofit and profit organizations instructional activity, students learn philanthropic terms, research recent medical breakthroughs,...
Curated OER
A "State of the Arts" Coin 4-6
Learners study the historical figures depicted on the penny,
nickel, dime, and quarter and explore how symbols of U.S. patriotism were used in their design. They research symbols of Texas and choose one to draw in a design for a Texas...
Curated OER
Fractions and Percentages
In this fraction and percentages worksheet, 6th graders complete a fraction maze, word problems, table and related questions, and calculate percentages and exchange rate questions.
Curated OER
Linear Systems
Students solve and graph linear equations. In this algebra lesson, students solve systems of equations using elimination and substitution. They graph their answer and identify the point of intersection.
Curated OER
The Apple Blossom Problem
In this apple blossom problem, students examine a given situation in a board game. They determine the best way to win the game and the expected payoff. This one-page worksheet contains 1 problem.
Curated OER
Preserving History
Learners discuss how writing is an important historical tool. They read writings from individuals and note how they have preserved history. They describe what those stories say about the communites they came from.
Curated OER
Let's Make a Deal- Barter 208
Young scholars analyze and evaluate the barter system. They discuss the barter is the proper term for making deals. They participate in a simulation to illustrate each kind of barter.
Curated OER
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Fourth graders research and write an author report on Roald Dahl, including books written by him, birthplace, family life, and other information on his writing. Students read aloud chapters in the book. Students create a newspaper...
Curated OER
Exponential and Logarithmic Equations
In this Algebra II/Pre-calculus worksheet, learners solve logarithmic and exponential equations in problem solving situations. The three page worksheet contains eleven problems. Answers are not provided.
Curated OER
Starting a Revolution
Students examine state quarters with images that refer to the Industrial Revolution. They discuss whether or not it is appropriate to commemorate that event. They research the Slater Mill and decide if it should be commemorated.
Curated OER
Spanish Lesson
Students study the culture and current events of one of the Spanish speaking countries throughout the year.
Curated OER
Globalization: The Garment Industry in Southeast Asia
High schoolers are introduced to the concept of globalization. In groups, they read primary source documents to view sweatshops from different points of view. They write a paper about the impact of globalization on the garment industry...
Curated OER
Glastonbury & Its Legend
In this listening and speaking learning exercise, students will engage in a short discussion about live music and King Arthur. Then students will listen to a short history of Glastonbury, England and fill in the text gaps with words in a...
Curated OER
Total English Advanced: A Question of Comparatives
In this comparatives practice worksheet, students sharpen their grammar skills as they examine 13 sentences and choose the appropriate word from the word bank to finish them. Students write 5 sentences following comparative structures.
Curated OER
Two Variable Inequalities
In this algebra worksheet, students solve inequalities using addition, subtractions and multiplication. They graph the inequalities with shading. There are 2 questions.
Curated OER
Operations Activities
Young scholars do a collection of activities which deal with operations on integers and fractions.