Students discover, through analysis of media and of primary source historical documents, how Jews achieved high levels of assimilation and acceptance under Islamic rule during the Golden Age of Spain, from the tenth to the twelfth century.

Students describe the elements that make up particular writers' styles. Small groups then choose an author, write something in his or her style, and invite other groups to play 'literary detective' in identifying whose style they have...

Fourth graders demonstrate and evaluate the six traits of writing. They read and identify good writing and bad writing, utilize a rubric to self-evaluate their own writing, participate in a Reader's Theater, and publish a class book.

Students analyze piece of literature for symbolism and create a bookmark containing an illustration of the symbolism in it, a quote that shows the symbolism and an explanation of how this symbolism enhances the work.

Students examine the coping skills that are necessary when dealing a loved who has Alzheimer's disease. They write using emotionally charged descriptive words after watching an associated video.

Young scholars examine how how groups and institutions work to meet individual needs and promote the common good, and identify examples of where they fail to do so. They describe how workers with specialized jobs and the ways in which...

First graders read nursery rhymes and celebrate Mother Goose. In this drawing conclusions and predicting activity, 1st graders create new ending for the nursery rhymes. Students gather data and make a graph showing their favorite rhyme.

Students complete a variety of activities related to the book "Apples and Pumpkins." They listen to the book, generate a list of words starting with P, taste foods made from apples, and sequence the events from the book. Students then...

Eleventh graders examine chivalry and courtly love. In this Arthurian legend lesson, 11th graders explore the legend and how chivalry, honor, and courtly love have been internalized into today's culture. Students author and perform plays...

Students discover the Dewey Decimal System.  In this fractions lesson, students utilize education software to discover how the Dewey Decimal System works.  Students create a PowerPoint presentation in groups or a informational...

Students explore rhythmic movements. In this performing arts lesson, students create their own movements and then repeat the each others movement. Finally, students create movements to the Haiku generated by the entire class.

Students investigate the controversial planned mosque at Ground Zero. In this current events lesson, students watch 3 public service announcement clips sponsored by the Council on American Islamic Relations and discuss their...

In this online interactive reading comprehension worksheet, students respond to 15 multiple choice questions based on Sir Gawain and the Green Knight. Students may submit their answers to be scored.

Students make kites from patterns. They write haiku poetry. They listen to stories about kite festivals in different countries.

Eighth graders study similes and metaphors and how to explain and create them. After a lecture/demo, 8th graders access websites and worksheets imbedded in this plan to create their own writing.

Students become aware of the differences between ocean water and lake water by smelling, tasting and seeing. They distinguish between land and bodies of water on a globe and gain increased awareness of oceans and life.