Curated OER
Science Under Control
Students investigate and assess scientific issues for which government regulation has been or might be enacted. Using their research, students write letters to lawmakers supporting or contesting related legislative efforts.
Curated OER
An Ancient Odyssey
Students identify both the traditional myths and historical facts that are associated with geographical locations in ancient Greece. They create a "Travel to Ancient Greece" display to present their findings.
Curated OER
Show Me the Money
Students examine current and past economic crises around the world, using the current recession in the United States as a starting point.
Curated OER
Rebuiding Houses of Worship
Students explore architecture as a reflection both of culture and history as well as practical/functional considerations. They discuss examples of local architecture they find beautiful or interesting, and their criteria for making such...
Curated OER
Nobel Peacekeeping
Students examine the goals of eradicating poverty, preventing conflict and promoting democracy--outlined in Kofi Annan's 2001 Nobel Peace Prize lecture--as they apply to today's news.
Curated OER
Conflicts of Current Interest
Students use conflicts in the Middle East to explore tactics of conflict resolution.
Curated OER
Private Matters
Students examine the intersection between an individual's right to privacy versus the public's right to know, through the lens of the relationship between public figure Gary Condit and missing intern Chandra Levy.
Curated OER
NIMBY...Settlement...This Is The Place
Fourth graders identify the discussions, disagreements, and resolutions that zoning or location decisions can create. They explain how NIMBY (NOT IN MY BACK YARD) works and how the desires of the individual and the group affect the NIMBY...
Curated OER
Fancying the Full-Time
Learners consider rights a worker deserves and research the impact of migrant workers in countries around the world. They create public service announcements to increase awareness and address letters to individuals capable of redressing...
Curated OER
Pilgrim's Progress
Students research the historical and religious significance of the sites toured by Pope John Paul II on his pilgrimage to the Middle East and create travel brochures for each site.
Curated OER
Sand Dollars
Young scholars debate the issues of economic prosperity, cultural preservation and environmental preservation by examining the development of land in the Bahamas.
Curated OER
Currency Exchange and the Gang of Fifteen
Students demonstrate the ability to comprehend and calculate currency exchange rates.
Curated OER
Our Community Helpers
Pupils explore community helpers in order to explain how they fit into their community and the world.
Curated OER
Decision Making
Students read and discuss a story about decision making. They consider the role of self-awareness and personal values in decision making.
Curated OER
Positive Guidance Techniques
Students study different guidance techniques for Students. They apply their knowledge by creating a roller-box story to share with the class.
Curated OER
Manuelito's Role as a Leader
Students research Manuelito's involvement with the treaty which freed the Navajo from Fort Sumner, his leadership role in keeping peace, the details of his meeting with Grant, his support of education, and his disappointment with Indian...
Curated OER
Cultural Lit. 31: The U.S. and Iroquois Constitutions
Students identify and compare major elements of Iroquois and United States Constitutions.
Curated OER
Anne Frank: Pictures - First Impressions
Fourth graders identify personal biases and formulate a plan to 'make a difference. They, hopefully, increase their sensitivity to diversity. Groups of students view photographs of different people, and share their first impressions.
Curated OER
Bench-Pressing Issues
Students examine some of the issues that may be facing the changing United States Supreme Court. With further exploration, they formulate their own opinions and deepen their awareness of these critical topics.
Curated OER
Generate an Accurate Landscape Profile from a Topographic Map
Young scholars enerate an accurate landscape profile from a topographic map. They determine the correct interval needed to accurately graph the change in elevation on a single piece of graph paper.
Curated OER
Blowing Through History
Students explore hurricanes, consider the damage caused by Hurricane Charley, and research various hurricanes that have hit the United States to create a class guide on these major storms.
Curated OER
When Disaster Strikes
Students examine the ways major industries are affected by and respond to natural disaster. They interview local representatives of these industries on how they prepare for and manage such disasters.
Curated OER
Funding Films
Students consider the benefits of hands-on learning and then examine a new film program that would provide its students with real-life experience.
Curated OER
Costs of Living
Students consider the effects of rising oil and natural gas prices on family spending and saving habits. They design a board game intended to help people save.