Learners read the book Ray Charles by Sharon Bell Mathis. For this biography lesson plan, young scholars read about the life of Ray Charles. Learners answer pre-reading questions about senses, strengths, and weaknesses they have. The...

Students explore American culture by reading classic literature in class. In this African-American history lesson plan, students read the story Zora Hurston and the Chinaberry Tree while identifying the work and contributions of the real...

Students read the series of books called The Freddy the Pig Series by Walter R. Brooks and complete activities with them. In this The Freddy the Pig Series lesson plan, students write poetry, create drama, write in journals, do...

Pupils explore techniques that determine the merchantable height of a tree and the number of logs a tree provides.

Students play a game to reinforce the understanding that some community helpers are producers of goods, and some provide a service. Students identify community helpers and their jobs.

High schoolers determine their work values through "The Work Importance Locator Assessment" and discover occupations that match those values.

Young scholars discuss the characteristics of good citizenship, listen to the story, The Boy Who Cried Wolf, and develop and present skits demonstrating examples of good and bad behaviors.

Learners listen to a dialog about a person renting a car. They complete an on-line worksheet with related questions, getting immediate feedbook. Beginning, intermediate, and advanced levels are provided for.

Students listen to the song, The Wheels on the Bus, then change the words for a boat.

Seventh graders, after an explanation and demonstration compare how many different places there at Cocowalk.

Students participate in an experiment about aquifers. They answer questons and make observations about the experiment. They discuss how they can make a difference in the way water is used.

Students observe the Mona Lisa painting to describe, analyze and interpret meanings in the work.

Fourth graders read The Yearling by Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings.

In this English activity, students read "Hurricane Dennis Menaces U.S. Coast," and then respond to 1 essay, 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.

Students create paper by adding a few small scraps of paper into the blender pitcher and adding just enough water to thoroughly soak paper.

Pupils research the meaning of their names and write an essay about their findings.

Middle schoolers identify the needs of the community and the decision-making process used to meet those needs. They plan a service project for the local community and participate in carrying out the plan.

Fourth graders research a historical period in their hometown and use PowerPoint to present it to the class.

Students, in groups, discuss the Underground Railroad, then fill out a worksheet.

Students identify changes that can occur in groups and recognize whether change can be good or bad.

Students explore forest fires and forest service's new stategies. They study a case of natural burn and the impact of lowering the intensity of a larger forest fire.

High schoolers watch video clips of ecosystems and answer questions relating to them.

Pupils explore the most dangerous volcanoes on Earth, plot their locations, and research different volcanic hazards.

Students study the sources for the water they use. They determine their town's major water supply and how many gallons per day does the population use.