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London Mail
In this research skills worksheet, students read through the questions related to the London Royal Mail and the history of the post office. Students do independent research to answer 10 questions.
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Salt Junk and Ship's Biscuit
Eleventh graders describe the diet of the Royal Navy during the Revolution. They prepare and cook a typical meal for a sailo and identify potential health problems arising from such a diet.
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Naval Warfare in the American Revolution
Students listen to and identify styles of music popular during the American Revolution. They recognize songs identified with the Royal Navy and analyze how music was used on board ship.
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Symmetry and Symbols
Learners identify symmetrical and congruent elements in folk art. In this art and geometry instructional activity, students examine pictures of Masonic Plaque in the Form of a Royal Arch Tracing Board for evidence of congruent and...
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Bandhavgarh: The Tiger's Domain
Students research Bandhavgarh, India in order to create a project that educates people about the area and the royal Bengal tigers that roam freely amongst the ruins of temples and palaces of the once powerful dynasty.
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The Middle East: Land of Contrasts
Students explore the ancient city of Petra. In this Middle East lesson, students watch "The Royal Tour of Jordan," and then discuss the history of Petra. Students conduct research on selected sites in the city and use their findings to...
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The British Empire and the Royal Navy
Young scholars locate on a map colonies belonging to the British Empire in 1775. They discuss the importance of colonies to the British Empire. They analyze the comparative sizes of period navies.
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Tudor Food
What kinds of foods did the Tudors eat? Did they eat the same things as the poor people? With fun sounds and colorful images, learners will discover how different the diet of the wealthy was from that of the poor during the 1600s.
Royal BC Museum
Kids Page - Whales
Read about the physical features of whales and how they are grouped according to their method of eating food. A neat activity is described on the page; consider carrying this out in class. The resource makes a nice addition to a lesson...
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Orchestrated Hell
High schoolers evaluate a radio broadcast by correspondent Edward R. Murrow as a primary historic source. The broadcast, popularly known as "Orchestrated Hell" recounts Murrow's experiences with a Royal Air Force bomber crew on a raid...
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Out and About: Plants
Students examine plants. In this hands-on science lesson, students visit the Royal Botanic Gardens, the Eden Project, and Nature's World online or in person to investigate plants and gardens.
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Get Your Skates On
Students enjoy winter activities. In this field trip opportunities lesson, students may visit the Royal Botanic Gardens, Bocketts Farm, Clapham Common, or the Dinosaur Museum online or in-person.
Reed Novel Studies
The Whipping Boy: Novel Study
Sometimes people find friendships in the most unlikely places, and The Whipping Boy is no different. Few would think that Jeremy and the Prince for whom he takes whippings could ever become friends. However, after a hostage situation...
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The Island Biogeography of Isle Royale, South Manitou Island and Pelee Island
Students study the species that live on islands in Lake Erie of the coast of Michigan. They examine the influence of human activites on the change in these biomes as they complete lessons on the islands biogeography.
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Primary Sources and Archaeology in the Study of Ancient Mediterranean Trade
Tenth graders begin the instructional activity by plotting trade routes, major empires and items traded. Using primary sources, they examine their own values regarding trading items for royality. They participate in a role-play...
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What is My Tongue For?: Tasting Apples
In this apple tasting graphic organizer activity, learners use the descriptors to describe the look, taste, and results of the Royal Gala, Braebuen, Granny Smith, and Golden Delicious apples. Students also respond to 1 fill in the blank...
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Treaties - Grade 10
Tenth graders examine the First Nations Treaty. In this Canadian history lesson, 10th graders participate in talking circles that require them to analyze "The Royal Proclamation."
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A Troubled Relationship
Students discover information about Iran and Britain. In this current events lesson, students visit websites and listen to lectures to learn about Britain's Navy personnel that were taken hostage by Iran. Students investigate the history...
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Teachers: Citizenship: Government Central
Students research about the Queen and examine the arguments for and against having a Royal Family. They study the function of a monarchy and hold a debate.
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Bandhavgarh: The Tiger's Domain
Middle schoolers investigate where royal Bengal tigers roam freely. Students create a project to educate people about Bandhavgarh and write a script combining the human and natural history of this area.
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Nepal in the Family
Young scholars consider the implications of travel to politically unstable regions. They establish criteria to determine risks and benefits and analyze the political unrest in Nepal following recent murders in the royal family.
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Education of the Artist: An Investigation into the Ideas that Defined aGeneration of Artists in late Eighteenth-Century Britain
Students explore training of artists as professionals, and identify the many different types of jobs that require art training.
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Ruling Wisely? British Rule after the Conquest
Students research and write an essay comparing the Royal Proclamation of 1763 and the Quebec Act of 1774 in the context of the events surrounding the times.
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The Senate : Retention, Abolition, Reform
High schoolers examine the strengths and weaknesses of the Senate in the Canadian Parliament. The role of the Senate is probed as its usefulness is scrutinized.