Students explain how sunlight is converted to electricity. In this series of physics lesson, students study how varying the characteristics of the light source affect photovoltaic cells. They research their different uses in other...

Students differentiate between similarity and congruence using polygons. In this geometry instructional activity, students label triangles based on their properties. They find missing sides and angles using the interior sum theorem.

Students solve real life situation using the Pythagorean Theorem. In this geometry lesson, students calculate the length, midpoint and slope of segments. They solve word problems using properties of square roots.

Students examine nautical navigation and discover the differences between nautical charts and other types of maps or charts. Students practice setting a course, taking a bearing, and dead reckoning. This gives students an example of...

Students find locations based upon their latitude and longitude coordinates. For this latitude and longitude lesson, students locate points on a grid and learn how to use an astrolabe.

Students calculate the area and perimeter of a basketball court. In this geometry lesson, students differentiate between similarity and congruence of geometric objects. They test conjectures and use it to solve problems.

Students calculate the different sides and angles of a triangle. In this geometry lesson, students use triangular properties to define the relationship between two triangle. They identify missing angles using the interior angle theorem.

Students build a model representing a snow-covered mountain out of flour, sugar, and potato flakes. Then they use the model to recreate an avalanche.

Students watch a segment of the PBS video which show the lemurs' ability to jump. In pairs, students collect measurement data involving each other's length of a standard step, a standing broad jump, and a long jump. They record their...

Students discuss and work with lines of symmetry. For this symmetry lesson, students start with a warm up activity on metric conversion. They talk about the definition of symmetry and reflection before completing a worksheet.

Students construct equilateral triangles and a 'laser' triangle.  In this reflection lesson students build a retro-reflector using mirrors.

Students view a video to gather information about our solar system. They create models of the planets to scale and place them in scale relative to their distances from the sun. They also visit a planetarium or use the internet to gather...

Students gather data relating to trees in their environment. In this biology lesson plan, students determine heights of trees and their ages. A canopy map will indicate optimal growing areas for the tree.

Students build polygons on their geoboards. In this geometry lesson plan, students build and then draw it on paper and label it. Students then switch with a partner to try an make a symmetrical shape.

Students explore visual sense. In this biology lesson plan, students perform a series of tests on the reliability of their visual sense, record their observations for each test, and conclude from their data how reliable their visual...

Students view images in a spherical mirror and interpret the path of light. In this physics lesson, students view a large spherical mirror demonstrated by the instructor. They use shiny serving spoons to investigate the path of...

In this angle instructional activity, students complete a set of 10 multiple choice questions. An answer link is provided; page is labeled as a "post test."

Students measure the height of items using an astrolabe.  In this latitude lesson students construct a sextant and determine height and latitude with it. 

Students explore how electronic screens use only three colors to produce the colors that people see on the screen. They make and test a color wheel.

Students construct clocks and then learn how to read a clock face, tell time, and determine how much time has elapsed.

Young scholars use the human body as a foundation for gaining practice in measuring angles and calculating ratios and proportions.

Students apply measurement techniques to create a flying object. They measure, draw, and cut out a flying wheel out of a six inch card.

Students participate in a cultural exchange program with a Native American school in Winnebago, Nebraska. They conduct research on a variety of Native American tribes, prepare a presentation that represents the culture of their school...

Young scholars examine the correlation between art and math. Using their computers, students construct and measure angles. Young scholars identify the properties of angles and polygons. They engage in the Angles program on their Palm and...