Ninth graders examine the reasons for the fall of communism in the Soviet Union and the rise of communism in China. They listen to a lecture and complete slot notes, listen to and read the lyrics to the song "We Didn't Start the Fire"...

Learners investigate stimulus-response behavior, learned behavior in animals and innate behavior in animals. In this animal behavior lesson plan, students answer questions about their reactions to a toy cap gun that is fired off in...

Students investigate the art and science of pyrotechnics.  In this chemistry and computer lesson, students learn about the chemical basis of fire and structure of fireworks.  Students then apply their knowledge in...

Sixth graders discuss what they know about hoax calls and discover that they are illegal and can endanger lives. They also note that hoax calls can be traced and are recorded. They discuss why some people might want to make a hoax call...

Students discuss the history of Native American pottery in North Carolina. They explore the coil method of making pottery and make their own creations implementing the coil method. They can allow the pots to dry or have them kiln-fired.

Students compare the characteristics of a fired porcelain sculpture to the clay used to create it. They discuss the physical and chemical changes that occur in the clay as it is heated and then create their own clay sculpture. This...

Students explore fire safety rules through a variety of teacher-led activities. In this safety lesson, students choose appropriate felt board pieces as they listen to My Car by Byron Barton. Seat belt and car seat safety, as well as...

Students investigate how particle size affects the angle of a volcano's slope.

Students, after reading the book, The Fire Station Book, discuss how a firefighter helps people in a community. They also participate in songs and games about firefighting.

Students identify air pressure and how it affects objects. # Show the students a bottle that has a mouth that is too small for an egg to pass through. Set a piece of paper on fire and drop it into the bottle. Place one hard boiled egg...

Learners learn basic jewelry composition, work with a unique new substance to create a piece of fine jewelry, and are introduced to stamping, firing and polishing silver working.

Students complete the required topics for the OSHA 10-hour course. They are presented with Flammable and Combustible Liquids. Students define the following tems: flash point, flammable liquid, and combustible liquid. They are explained...

When you are exploring pollution or human impact on the environment with your class, this PowerPoint will serve as a support. The first half focuses on the effects of the logging industry, creating roadways, and wildfires. The second...

Students draw cross sections of a stream channel from field data. In the field, using a GPS, they determine the depth of a stream channel and use a spreadsheet to graph the stream channel.

Pupils examine archaeological studies to gather information on the physcial and cultural development of humankind. Using that information, they describe hunter-gatherer societies and how they developed tools and fire. Using maps, they...

In this vocabulary acquisition worksheet, students use the pictures and trace the words to help them learn the following words: fire truck, wallet, oven, fence, shark, and pillow.

Seventh graders read a newspaper account of "Grady the Silo Cow" and complete news-writing activities. For this news-writing lesson, 7th graders read the newspaper account about the cow. Students examine newspapers and work in groups to...

What do Newton's Laws have to do with getting from Earth to Mars?The activities in this resource show how Newton's Laws work with rockets to get them into space. Background information includes facts about orbits and how orbits...

Students learn basic jewelry composition, work with a unique new substance to create a piece of fine jewelry and are introduced to stamping, firing and polishing silver working.

Sixth graders read and discuss the firework code and look at the relevant fire safety issues involved in planning a fireworks party. They then plan an organized fireworks party at the school or in the community considering all the...

Students participate in a class discussion about wildfire and urban interfaces as well as risk of wildfire in the area in which they live. After reviewing a wildfire/urban interface fire safety checklist, a walking field trip is...

Students explore the job of a fireman. In this career education lesson, students brainstorm what they already know about firemen and take a field trip to a fire station.

High schoolers are challenged to construct a shelter that allows each firefighter to take a break from their work. They research wildfire safety and the structures used by wildlife firefighters. Students must construct a shelter that is...

Students research smoke alarms in this activity. They identify the purposes of smoke alarms. They also identify where smoke alarms should be installed. They review the steps needed to keep smoking alarms in good working order.