Young writers compare writing a paper to building a barn. They write a thesis statement using parallel construction and use transitions to hold the paper (walls of the barn) together. A barn raising video link is included; great for...

In this literature worksheet, learners read a text called Stone Soup. Students then cut out cards with soup ingredient pictures and act out the story, putting the cards in a soup pot as the item is mentioned.

Students see how to calculate the gains and losses of their stock portfolios. They use basic math skills in calculating their stock investment the old-fashioned way.

Young scholars watch "Cyberchase: The Poddleville Case" and analyze patterns. They complete a patterns assignment worksheet and then they make up patterns using numbers, shapes or colors, for their classmates to solve. They use patterns...

Young scholars complete an Easter Scavenger Hunt by researching Internet sites and discover how different cultures decorate Easter eggs. Students also examine nutritional facts about eggs and additional trivia or fun facts during their...

Students explore gingerbread stories. In this poetry instructional activity, students read the folk tale "The Gingerbread Man" as well as Gingerbread Baby by Jan Brett and identify rhyming words. Students also make art projects,...

Students discover the history of Colonial America by creating a class presentation.  In this U.S. History lesson plan, students utilize the Internet to research one of 20 topics in which they will create a PowerPoint or other type...

Learners create an edible map. In this civics and geography lesson, students research their town's features and local government. Learners work in groups to design and create a physical map of their town based on research.

Students investigate world news and create a performance from their research.  In this current events instructional activity, students identify major political or news stories in the media and create a performance based on a...

A thorough lesson plan that has learners having fun while reviewing for their civics final exam.

Ohio state test preparation material in Social Studies prepares students on the topic of the American Revolution, Northwest Ordinance and statehood. Learning materials include video tutorials, interactive review games, downlodable review...

Learning module on American Government prepares students to take the Ohio state tests in Social Studies on topics including Laws, U.S. Constitution, Rights and Responsibilities, Framework of Government, and Separation of Powers. Includes...

Learning module prepares students for the state test in Social Studies Economics portion, including organizing information with Tables and Charts, Entrepreneurs, and Saving. Lesson includes video tutorial, interactive review games, and...

Learning module with video tutorial, interactive review game and assessment prepares students for the Ohio state Social Studies on early civilizations of Mesopotamia and Egypt.

Learning module prepares students for the Ohio state Social Studies test on Human Geography. Through tutorial videos, interactive games for review and assessment, students learn about human interaction with their environment, migration,...

Learning module prepares students for Ohio state Social Studies test on Government and Citizenship by teaching them about civic participation in community, state or nation for the common good. Includes video tutorial, interactive review...

Learning module on economic skills prepares students for Ohio state tests in Social Studies by provides specific information on comparing data sets. Includes video tutorial, interactive review games, and module assessment.

State test preparation material with video tutorials, interactive practice review game, and assessment for students preparing for Ohio state test in Social Studies on Ohio's state and local governments.