Second graders explore various cultures to compare them to their own culture. They read Mary Pope Osborne's Day of the Dragon King and identify the Chinese New Year, Chinese Zodiac, and how the zodiac differs from ours. After reading,...

Pupils research the various territory acquisitions in United States history and create an annotated map that tells the history of U.S. expansion. Working in small groups, students outline the land acquisitions and purchases made by the...

Students explore and become aware of the similarities and differences of weddings in China, Japan, Korea and Taiwan. They assess a variety of tools to assist them including their parents, books on weddings, costumes and props. Given a...

Students use the internet to research information about cells in order to create a 3-D model of a cell. They may choose either to research a plant or animal cell. Students locate and identify the parts of a cell and build a 3-D mode.

Pupils create a book of biographies in order to profile famous Olympic athletes through history. In this biography writing lesson, students research information about historic Olympians, first by listening to a short biography on Jesse...

Research the proliferation of zebra mussels and their effects on local bodies of water. The class obtains zebra mussels and examines them, identifying their basic structures. They brainstorm ways the mussel may have been introduced to...

Second graders research the meaning behind Remembrance Day. In this Remembrance Day lesson, 2nd graders discuss peace and why Remembrance Day is significant. The book Why We Remember is read aloud to the students.

Students explore earthquakes. For this earthquake lesson, students research earthquakes and identify where they take place. Students use map skills to track down earthquake locations. There are internet sites suggested in this lesson.

Students compare obesity trends between states.  In this health studies lesson, students conduct research to compare and contrast obesity trends from state to state.  Students view a PowerPoint presentation to determine the...

Students examine the potential of human beings. In this philanthropy lesson, students research the life of peer as they interview them and create a timeline that features important moments in their lives.

Students interview community Elders to research extreme weather events in their community. In this weather research lesson, students interview community elders about extreme weather events they've experienced. Students complete a...

Learners research the "Third Liberty Loan" pamphlet. In this discussion lesson, students read the pamphlet and discuss their opinions. Learners answer questions and discuss main points of the document.

Sixth graders complete a report on one of Hercules 12 labors. In this Hercules lesson plan, 6th graders read a book, view a video, and research the internet on the 12 labors of Hercules and then write a report on one of them.

Students plan a traditional Thanksgiving dinner. In this Thanksgiving lesson plan, students compare and contrast the first Thanksgiving to Thanksgiving celebrations today. Students plan a traditional Thanksgiving dinner and research the...

Students research Macbeth online and complete computer and graphing activities for the play. In this Macbeth activities lesson, students research Macbeth and bookmark the URL's. Students complete activities for the topic on spreadsheets...

Learners identify attributes of natural and manufactured wood products. In this forest products instructional activity, students perform independent research to find an article about forest use or forest products. They spread out samples...

Students identify a career field to research and complete a job shadow activity. In this career exploration lesson, students brainstorm a list of careers they are interested in and research them. Students participate in a job shadow of...

Students interview a person in a career field they are interested in. In this career interview lesson, students identify a career they are interested in and the requirements of the job. Students research the career and develop a list of...

Students research ways to help a homeless shelter and design a service project to meet the needs. In this service project instructional activity, students identify and develop a list of ways to meet a homeless shelter's needs. Students...

Students research ways to help a women's shelter in a service project. In this service project lesson, students develop ways to meet needs of a women's shelter. Students select a need, plan, and conduct a service project to meet that need.

Students explore the importance of caring for others in leadership. In this leadership and compassion lesson, students define compassion and brainstorm a list of do's and don'ts for caring. Students research articles that show caring and...

Students explore ways to build cooperation and teamwork while serving as a leader. For this team building lesson, students define cooperation and identify ways a leader builds cooperation. Students participate in activities that build...

Fourth graders read excerpts and research the Internet to learn about the expeditions of Lewis and Clark and their impact on the United States. Students fill out a KWL chart as they learn.

Students examine the different careers associated with chemistry and see how it is used everyday.  In this forensic lesson plan students research a chemistry related career and write a presentation to give to the class.