Students are introduced to the branch of science known as astronomy. They discuss stars and constellations and then view the night sky using a portable digital planetarium projector. They identify a variety of constellations and...

Fifth graders examine text features and create a PowerPoint presentation. In this text features lesson, 5th graders go over Kagan Cooperative Learning Structures and text features before they choose one to include in a book and...

First graders discover the significance of a number's place value by interactively engaging patterns and two-digit place values. In this mathematics instructional activity, 1st graders complete a 10 by 10 grid to create a number puzzle.

Learners review the concepts of the branch of science known as astronomy. They discuss stars and constellations and then view the night sky using a portable digital planetarium projector. They identify a variety of constellations using a...

Addition practice worksheets are good to have on hand to add to homework packets. On this one, 30 single-digit vertical problems are arranged into six rows of five problems each. Add this to your library of tools for reinforcing addition...

Learners navigate MS Publisher to create a publication about a healthy lifestyle.  In this healthy lifestyle lesson, students participate in activities to learn to eat right, to be fit and to create a publication based on what they...

Students, after assessing a valuable history lesson, create an amazing and very personalized quilt. They explore how individuals helping the slaves escape to freedom, hung a quilt on their front porch to let the slaves know that the...

Young scholars create a self-portrait using an artistic masterpiece as a guide. In this art appreciation lesson, students research famous artists online, electronically saving a particular portrait or masterpiece made by the artist....

Fourth graders work in partners to complete a series of activities. After reading the introduction, Students select a role of either a "Padre" or "Indigena." As partners, they need time on the computer for research as well as time to...

Students play the role of a correspondent and write a news article about a famous landmark. In this correspondence lesson, students use a computer template to build word processing skills. Students edit a story in order to...

Learners use an animation program plan and create a short animation movie showing what they have learned in math or any other curriculum area.

Students develop an understanding of the animation process by working collaboratively to create an animated film. This instructional activity suggests using digital cameras, iMovie, Photoshop, and GarageBand.

Students describe the symptoms and suspected causes of Alzheimer's disease or cancer. They describe current research projects seeking to learn more about or find treatments for either Alzheimer's disease or cancer. Students compare...

Students complete a web-quest into a day in the life of a World War II soldier. For this webquest lesson, students investigate what life was like for soldiers on the front lines during the second World War. They use note taking skills...

Students examine the impact of the 1901 World's Fair. In this lesson on invention and politics, students watch a video then conduct Internet research in order to learn about the Pan American Exposition. Students will create a brochure...

Students explore the different features of a roller coaster using an interactive website. In this physical science lesson, students explain the role of science to make this thrill ride possible. They develop a creative presentation about...

Students research the countries of their origins and examine life there today. They write family travel logs by interviewing family members about their heritages, and they visit the Xpeditions Website for online resources about their...

Students participate in literary circles to analyze characters, critique writing, discuss events, and  story elements.  In this literary circles lesson, students take responsibility for their learning as a member of the...

Students investigate aircraft design to learn many concepts of physics. In this aircraft design activity, students use balsa wood and styrofoam to build an aircraft based on their study of wing designs, aviation, and through the use of...

Students develop a video lab book. For this web-based activity, students use flip cameras and the Web to create a video lab book of the labs they conducted through out the year. This will enable them to be better prepared for the AP exam...

In this number identification worksheet, students write the number four on the given lines. Students also write the digital form of the number four, as well as color in four rectangles.

Explore the nursing profession! Written for a career exploration unit, this lesson plan gives participants a chance to observe and learn about the skills that a nurse would need. They measure vital signs with appropriate medical...

Seventh graders complete a unit of lessons on Native Americans. They analyze Native American cultures, create a Native American artifact for a Living Museum, and develop a tour of the museum using a digital camera and a Powerpoint...

Young scholars show their knowledge of properties of objects as it pertains to sorting and creating patterns. In this food pyramid power lesson, students show their ability to use whole numbers in different representations by appling...