Sixth graders examine the concept of symmetry and balance. They view a wardrobe with an inlaid design, then design and create a symmetrical pattern using two different colors of construction paper.

Learners are introduced to the parts of trees through discussion and participation in learning centers with hands on activities that focus on each part.

Fifth graders listen to "Grandfather Tang's Story" and use tangram pieces to create animals described by the main character.

Students assess fellow student's oral narrative tales. They discuss the attributes that marked the "best" narratives. They compose their own narrative tales and interview family members. They make a final speaking presentation to the...

Pupils identify and analyze the boundaries which exist between urban and rural, wildness and country and among rural areas, country, town, and city. Students actively participate in planning, obtaining materials, setting goals and...

Students practice data collection skills by observing common bugs found in their local environment. Once the data is collected they complete data sheets to compare, contrast, sort, and classify the insects. The lesson includes...

Students participate in a theme study while teaching primary students basic skills according to Individual Education Plan (IEP) goals in Reading, Math, and Writing. The lesson is concerned primarily with the concept of insects.

Pupils experience practicing sorting words and pictures to build letter and sound recognition. They identify /b/ in spoken words and learn how to write the graphemic representation of /b/. Each student also practices with the tongue...

In this going home worksheet, students brainstorm as many ways as they can to say good-bye to someone and set the ways they come up with to a melody.

In this endangered species worksheet, students use the form to gather information on people's favorite endangered species. Students use tally marks to record their responses.

Young scholars create their own math practice book. In these homemade book lessons, students create their own counting, number, and shape pages. When the pages are complete, they are bound together in a book.

In this plant worksheet, students study the names of plant parts and the function of each part. There are no questions associated with this page.

The beautiful monarch butterfly is the focus of this elaborate site. Links to photos, video clips, cycle of life, seasonal charts, migration maps, and stories from Mexico are also included. Terrific site for students to explore!

Guide to Julia Alvarez's In the Time of the Butterflies provides historical context, author biography, questions, and a collection of resources for teachers, including a ten-day lesson schedule, project ideas, and essay topics. A radio...

This PBS Kids activity is an extension of a Plum Landing episode featuring the canopy. Using the online tools, students will draw a picture of birdwing butterflies, living things that live in the canopy.

[Free Registration/Login Required] This is six-page PDF fiction passage entitled "Accidental Butterfly" followed by 10 comprehension questions. A link to answers for the questions if also provided. Click on double arrows to download,...

This unit introduces learners to a study of life cycles by having them examine the life cycle of a butterfly. The students will observe, record and describe the changes in caterpillars as they become butterflies. The teacher will...

This site provides information on Alexander Calder, the inventor of the kinetic sculpture known as the mobile, as well as detailed instructions on how to create your own butterfly mobile. Included are "Tips and Tricks" to making "a more...

Students will explore the life cycle of a butterfly using a website and observations of caterpillar metamorphosis. This lesson will incorporate science, mathematics, language arts, and art.

This inclusive site, contains information on how to tell a male from a female Monarch butterfly, great pictures of the Monarch life cycle, and links to other butterfly sites.

This video segment from NOVA: "The Mystery of Animal Pathfinders" explores the migratorial exploits of monarch butterflies. [4:39]

This site provides eight art activities which teach students of all age to make a variety of sculptures. Activities provided include: "Mat Board Sculpture," "Create a Butterfly Mobile," and "Carve a Free-Form Sculpture."

An image of "Cupid Presenting a Rose to a Butterfly", created by Denis-Antoine Chaudet, c. 1802 (Marble, height 77 cm).

An image of "Cupid Presenting a Rose to a Butterfly", created by Denis-Antoine Chaudet, c. 1802 (Marble, height 77 cm).