Students, after reading a novel, utilize geographic skills to map out the places described in the novel. They collect data, envision spatial features and then design a map to work off of to complete their assignment. Each student also...

How has the African American population changed over the years? Learners use charts, statistical data, and maps to see how populations in African American communities have changed since the 1860s. Activity modifications are included to...

Create a language mosaic to reveal the linguistic diversity in your community. Pupils interview a person with a home language other than English and contribute to a bulletin board display representing the variety of languages spoken. The...

A beautiful tapestry map of North America is examined by geology masters. The map incorporates the topography and geology of different regions. You can purchase printed copies or a large poster of the map, or if you have a computer lab...

Students compare and contrast African-American, Asian-American, Chicano and Native-American movements with the civil rights movement and are exposed to the sociopolitical and economic factors involved in the rise of social movements.

A confidential message written by Thomas Jefferson provides readers with an opportunity to practice their reading comprehension skills. The resource, part of a series, includes questions that require a close reading of the message and a...

Students examine Marco Polo's route from China to Sumatra. They investigate the geography and climate, the religions and architecture of modern Indonesia. They study the use of spices and why they were so important in medieval times.

Students conduct research on the history of the Great Wall of China. They explore websites, complete various interactive activities, read a history of the Great Wall, write an essay, and take an online quiz.

Explore the hidden meanings behind the images on US currency with this elementary school lesson on symbolism. Starting with a class discussion about symbols, children go on to brainstorm different objects that represent the Unites...

What can a quarter possibly teach young learners about desert ecosystems? More than you might think. After displaying and discussing the included picture of the Arizona state quarter, the class participates in a series of...

For the warm-up in this cool climate lesson, you will need to click on "Mapping" and then "US Mapping" once you arrive at NOAA's "US Climate at a Glance" page. Earth science explorers realize that 2012 was a warm winter for us. They read...

Students discover bodies of water in the United States by investigating the Eerie Canal.  In this U.S. Geography lesson, students discuss Lake Eerie and the canal that was built in order to transport goods.  Students research...

In this Italy map activity instructional activity, students complete 2 map activities that require them to identify major cities and landforms in the country.

Fifth graders research rainforest destruction. In this geography and ecology lesson, 5th graders work as a group to research the effects of logging, farming, and mining on the rainforest. Students gather and display data and information...

Students participate in a gardening activity to learn about the growth process and how to show care. In this garden care lesson plan, students discuss Valentine's Day poems for words of kindness. Students read a poem about a garden of...

Students use a map to learn about where chocolate comes from. In this instructional activity on the cacao tree, students locate various regions where the cacao tree grows. They will discuss why the cacao tree grows more favorably in...

Students use kernels to create a "Top Corn-Producing States" map or graph. They read and round off numbers. Students identify on a U.S. outline map the location of corn-growing states. They create a visual (map or graph) illustration...

Fifth graders design and create a brochure that may be used by the Maryland Department of Business and Economic Development to attract visitors in the 3 different regions of the state. In this Maryland state lesson plan, 5th graders...

Students build off of their current knowledge of geography and world history, while being introduced to new concepts and ideas.

Second graders explore geography by completing a mapping activity in class. In this directional instructional activity, 2nd graders examine a map in class and utilize a compass rose to identify their location and destination. Students...

In this natural resources worksheet, students read a 1-page article about tropical deforestation and then respond to 11 short answer questions. Students then write a memo on deforestation and select 1 of 3 assessment activities to complete.

Students participate in hands-on activities and discussions about Minnesota's agriculture. They practice reading maps and locating where certain agricultural products are found throughout the state.

Young scholars brainstorm a list of the different types of maps they have seen or used. Using the activity sheet, they look through a social studies book to find all the maps and to determine what they are used for. Using a poster, they...

In this geography learning exercise, student read a short blurb about The Middle East as a region of the world before conducting further research. They complete 10 short answer questions, and complete a 15 question activity in which they...