Use unit rates to find the number of parts needed to produce a given number of units. A production scheduler shares the different ways schedulers use math to ensure the required amount of parts are available to manufacture air...

Students solve train-scheduling word problems using a four-step problem solving model. In this problem solving lesson, students work in groups to a four-step procedure about a train scheduling dilemma.

Who is eligible to vote in your state? Class members examine their states' voting qualifications, complete sample voter registration forms, and chart the elections scheduled.

Engage the class in researching oral histories and historical revision, in order to gain a greater understanding and appreciation for the sacrifices made by Americans in the Korean War. The inquiry process is scheduled to take one week....

In this critical path analysis worksheet, students find the optimal path to determine the best schedule or packing option. There are 5 activities with many notes and helps in between each.

In this activities and events activity, students choose the correct words to complete the sentences about planned activities and events. Students complete 12 sentences total.

In this planning ahead worksheet, 3rd graders utilize a table to track Mrs. Chen's times and errands for the given day. Students word backwards to find out what time Mrs. Chen must leave the mall to complete eight errands.

Students explore the concept of time both historically and in their own lives. Students count the number of times they refer to a clock and the number of scheduled and unscheduled activities in their lives. Students discuss how the...

Assess your kids' strengths, areas for improvement, and classroom behavior with a worksheet for parent-teacher conferences. A cute worksheet allows parents to see how their kids are doing in your class, and what opportunities they have...

Seventh graders create a final project called Industry X (which was previously researched in the unit) has plans to build in town. There is a special town meeting scheduled to discuss this matter and allow everyone to express their...

Middle schoolers take turns reading the electric meter six times a day at regularly scheduled intervals. They figure out the amount of electricity used and then determine the total cost of electricity for the week.

Students identify person who was or is directly or indirectly involved in the coal industry. They contact person to see if you may conduct an interview and develop a list of questions to ask the interviewee. Conduct the interview at the...

Young geographers collect samples of different kinds of soil to match to the soil terms in Barry Rudner's rhyming book Filet of Soil: dirt, mud, dust, soot, etc. They start a glossary for the project on index cards or large sheets...

How important is aviation? Using the background information, teachers provide the class with a brief history of aviation. The class discusses how airplanes are important to the area of transportation in the 17th installment of a...

Volleyball coaches can utilize this standard scoresheet template to track games and team progress over the course of the season. The resource allows for recording serving and rotation order, points scored, substitutions, sanctions, and...

This optional lesson introduces the class to the idea of a minimum spanning tree. The activity focuses on determining an algorithm that will find the most efficient path in a network to transfer data. 

Looking to take a trip? Why not go to space? Here, scholars take on the role as travel agent to create a guide to their favorite planet including travel tips and sightseeing recommendations. 

Young readers explore reading comprehension by creating a class presentation. In this storytelling instructional activity, puils read an assigned text in class and analyze the characters, settings and story. They create an illustrated...

Why is visual literacy so important in understanding Maus? Introduce your class to basic elements of graphic novels with a game of pictionary. A list of 13 words are included, but you could potentially add some World War II-related...

Prior to reading Maus I and II, class members fill in a KWL chart to determine what they want to learn and how to find information about World War II and the Holocaust. Consider gathering packets of information and research sites before...

How much does your class know about World War II? Before reading Art Spiegelman's Maus I, lead your class in creating a KWL chart. Knowing the background and setting of the novel are extremely important in understanding this survivor's...

Students reflect on the experiences of young people involved with civil rights activism They analyze journalistic photographs and how to use a digital camera and basic digital photo editing techniques.

Students after researching the science and the controversy around stem cell research, students create brochures to display their knowledge and a point of view.

Third graders engage in a wide variety of cross-curricular activities designed to give them a thorough understanding of the history of the Illinois & Michigan Canal. There are a very nice set of activities included in this plan!