Students work in cooperative pairs to research information and give oral presentations about African American men and women who have made significant contributions to U.S. history.

Learners study early European explorers. They choose one to research and complete a photo journal of his explorations, which includes maps, articles, etc.

Pupils examine the impact baseball had politically and culturally upon the nation and the world from 1940-1950. Students study about, discuss, and take notes about historically significant events and baseball players' contributions...

In this Hobbes and Locke study guide worksheet, young scholars respond to 18 short answer questions. The questions correlate to assigned readings in a textbook.

Students explore the Great Depression. In this Great Depression lesson plan, students research selected websites and analyze primary sources to conduct inquiries regarding the depression, northern migration, and urbanization. Students...

Eleventh graders examine the purpose of Franklin D. Roosevelt's chats.  In this American History instructional activity, 11th graders collaborate with their group members on becoming an expert on a specific chat. 

Students investigate the change in the Thanksgiving holiday over time. They research the Native Americans and Pilgrims to find out how their relationship affected the holiday. They create a PowerPoint presentation using digital cameras...

In this online interactive philosophy learning exercise, students respond to 9 short answer and essay questions about The Protestant Ethic and the Spirit of Capitalism by Max Weber.

Students examine basic trade terms and data about the economies of countries increasingly used as outsources for American jobs.

Learners investigate the Golden Ages. For this world history lesson, students compare and contrast the achievements of the Gupta Empire, ancient Greece, and ancient Rome using an interactive T-chart.

Students investigate many of the relationships that contribute to the look and design of decorative arts objects such as ceramics.

Sixth graders learn team building, fair play, keeping an open mind towards others' opinions, U.S. government policies, and a better understanding of the meaning of censorship as they debate the merits of censorship.

Students explore the events and reactions surrounding the Dust Bowl crisis during the 1930's. They discuss how the events of the Great Depression affected America's democracy and how it transformed America.

Eleventh graders examine the impact of the Triangle Shirtwaist Fire.  In this American History instructional activity, 11th graders analyze various sources.  Students create a cartoon representing the impact of this fire on the...

Learners discover how a bill becomes a law. In this Legislative Branch lesson, students discuss how a bill makes its way through the House and the Senate. Learners author their own bills as well.

Students take a closer look at representative government. In this House of Representatives lesson, students discuss their local representative in Congress and research his or her responsibilities. Students respond to the provided...

Young scholars discover how a bill becomes a law. For this Legislative Branch lesson, students simulate a bill making its way through the House and the Senate. Young scholars author their own bills in this simulation.

Students reflect upon the the experiences of superficial comments based upon physical appearance. The expectations of others is discussed in class. Also the influences of media is stressed and its expectations are demonstrated as either...

Tenth graders explore the causes and effects of the rebellions of Upper and Lower Canada and whether rebellion is an effective means of political change. They research and analyze the impact of the 1837-38 rebellions using primary and...

Students discuss African-American history from slavery to the civil rights movement. They discuss individual people who shpaed history by reading their biographies and researching the age in which they lived. Studnets comprehend the...

Students study how the Civil War affected Iowa natives. In this Iowa history lesson, students read the provided article on Iowa and its Civil War experiences. Students analyze the article to determine how the war affected civilians and...

In this historical record learning exercise, students read about analyzing primary sources and then complete the 3 listed activities to create their own historical accounts.

Students examine the various forms of Islamic Art. Using the art, they identify the basic elements and research its history and style of calligraphy. They create a piece of art based on information they collected and demonstrate...

Students engage in a variety of activities that investigates the religious and cultural practice of Buddhism. The emphasis is upon students comprehending the Eightfold Path of Buddhism.