It's time to roll up those sleeves and get a little dirty in the second lesson of this series on the science of food. Investigate where plants and animals get the minerals they need to live in this two-part exploration of soil. First,...

Learners prepare their garden plot. In this gardening instructional activity, students use the Internet or book on plants to make sure the plants they have selected will be able to grow in their garden. The learners assess and mark out...

Learners investigate the correct mix of material types for compost. In this composting lesson, students explore the correct amounts of different types of materials to create a compost heap. Learners then create a compost heap.

Fifth graders study six major biomes, graph temperature and rainfall, and present their findings to the class.

Students solve problems using the opposite, reciprocal and powers. In this algebra lesson, students solve problems with inequalities and absolute values. They show understanding of the basic content of math in this lesson.