Eighth graders sort items as they are shown one at a time by the teacher. They attempt to identify the one physical trait the teacher is looking for (metal and not metal). After several objects have been shown and placed in groups, the...

Students research and write about the pencil. They organize the research using concept maps and write an essay using the writing process.

Fifth graders develop a deeper understanding of chemical and physical changes. They explain how salt is made, used, and the affects it has on the body. They explain that salt in moderation is important to our health.

Learners create a physics science show. In this science show activity, students research, design, and complete a physics activity to share during a science show for younger learners.

Students explore the human body by participating in a physical education activity. In this bean bag lesson, students identify the hand eye coordination skills necessary to throw and catch a bean bag with a partner. Students throw,...

Students watch a video and discuss the benefits of regular exercise. They use books, Internet sites and interviews with health professionals to develop a list of activities to develop physical fitness.

Young scholars investigate the relationship between force and momentum using motion detectors and sensors. In this physics lesson plan, students graph experimental results. They calculate impulse using the area under the graph.

Eighth graders practice utilizing motor skills by participating in different sports activities.  In this physical education instructional activity, 8th graders participate in racquetball, shuttle cock, and baseball style activities...

Third graders practice exercise.  In this physical fitness lesson, 3rd graders participate in a variety of activities at fitness stations.  Students run laps, jump rope, perform chin-ups, sit-ups, etc. 

Twelfth graders cite real life applications of Kirchhoff's rules. For this physics lesson, 12th graders calculate current, power and voltage using Kirchhoff and Ohm's laws. They explain the different components and uses of...

Ninth graders calculate the average speed of their balsa wood airplane. In this physics lesson, 9th graders build their own airplane and make necessary modifications to to make it fly straight. They interpret distance and time graph...

Students demonstrate what they have learned about the concepts of catching a ball, dribbling a ball, and kicking a ball in physical education class.

Ninth graders, after exploring the concept that physical activity provides opportunities for enjoyment, challenge, self-expression, and social interaction, assess the rules of badminton. They study how to keep score in a match,...

Learners explore performing arts by participating in a role-play activity. In this storytelling lesson, students utilize their physical expressions to particpate in a pantomime performance. Learners evaluate performances in their class...

Middle schoolers create and implement a schedule of activities designed to help their parents improve their physical conditions.

Students investigate the importance of having a healthy body by performing gymnastics.  In this physical education lesson plan, students utilize their flexibility and body strength to perform intense physical gymnastic maneuvers...

Students practice using their physical skills while performing physical activities.  In this physical education lesson, students participate in musical orchestrated dances with their classmates.  Students utilize a jump rope...

Students are introduced to the concept of "muscle overload." They work on hugging and handshaking muscles. Students are told that each station is set up to make muscles tired. They are told that making their muscles tired is a good...

Students investigate scientific concepts and inquire about physical states of matter. The transition of water is considered and is easy to facilitate because of its abundance and often observed physical changes.

Students learn how a pendulum works in the concept of an amusement park ride. In this pendulum lesson plan, students are introduced to Newton's first law of motion and how it works in an amusement park ride. Continuous motion and inertia...

Students explore their physical abilities by participating in team sports.  In this physical education lesson, students collaborate in groups in one of several team sports before moving on to the next station.  Students discuss...

Students investigate the effect of thin films to surface friction. In this physics lesson, students calculate the coefficient of friction using mathematical formulas. They discuss its importance in their everyday lives.

Young scholars review or introduce personal safety concepts in a variety of areas common to the lives of students.

Seventh graders demonstrate basic soccer concepts using hand-eye coordination and a paddle and a ping pong ball. In small groups, they play a traditional game of soccer, but with each student using a ping-pong paddle with the object...