Learners construct a variety of right triangles using a right-angled set square, cutting corners from pieces of paper or cardboard, and using dynamic geometry software. They measure the sides of these various right triangles and record...

Explore water transport in plant stems using this fun experiment! Your scientists will start by reading Stems by Vijaya Bodach. Then, activate prior knowledge about plant stem functions and water transportation....

Review synonyms and antonyms for several vocabulary words containing the word roots nat, tract, and sequ using this interactive word puzzle. Learners select appropriate synonyms and antonyms from a list of provided words and match them...

This straightforward plan invites class members to consider Boy Scouts of America's position on barring homosexual members. It includes readings outlining the position of those against such discrimination, but little from the perspective...

Students discuss censorship of music and other art forms. Students create their own list of criteria for acceptable music. Students write a list of their own "Filthy fifteen" based on their criteria for acceptable music.

Third graders examine how to accept choices others make, about their belongings and how to prevent conflicts. They determine positive ways to solve conflicts in firm and positive ways through role play activities. In small groups, they...

First graders read fluently. In this phonics lesson students practice reading strategies for fluency. They write a response in their journal about the book read in class.

Students explore English by reading a children's story in class. In this tier two vocabulary activity, students read the book Ruby's Wish and identify the use of specific vocabulary words. Students define the selected vocab words and...

Students simulate the growth of human population. In this biology lesson, students explore different perspectives on this issue. They write a reflection at the end of the activity.

Students read a case study about communicating with others. They identify a second choice if their first item is rejected. They practice accepting "no" as an answer and complete a worksheet.

Tenth graders identify the consequences of human population growth. In this biology lesson, 10th graders debate on whether overpopulation or overuse of resources is more harmful to humans. They write a reflection at the end of the...

Students give examples of situations when it is difficult to say no. In this sociology lesson, students practice three methods of saying no. They role play some sample scenarios.

Pupils collect data and graph or chart the information. In this data organization lesson plan, students poll their classmates about certain topics and chart or graph the information to show the results of their research.

Pupils view a seashell and listen as the teacher explains that these were sometimes used as money. They listen as the teacher lectures on medium of exchange, barter, and commodity. Students determine the number of chickens it would take...

Students practice various skills in order to help children to learn the skill of reading. The lesson emphasizes the importance of reading to young children on a regular basis. The skills of repetition of key words and phrases are...

Eighth graders explore the reasons why they believe scientific ideas are true. They think critically rather than accept everything they are told without question.

Students discover the meaning of discipline in this teacher preparation lesson. In addition, they investigate why children misbehave and evaluate solutions to the problem. Next, students explore discipline methods that are acceptable...

Students, in pairs, develop two poems--one must be a haiku, the other must be a tanka. They recite their poems to the class.

Young scholars research certain crops and how farmers protect them, while other students research certain insects and how they attack the crop. Each group then documents a ten season plan and then insect and farmers give an attack and...

Learners study the Beaux-Arts System. In this art history instructional activity, students explore French art between the years of 1848-1870. This instructional activity was written to accompany a field trip to the Musee d'Orsay.

Young scholars study the creators of a musical style that is a cornerstone of popular music today. They examine how that style was born, grew, and became accepted in its home and around the world.

Third graders discuss one thing that makes them feel special. They read the book "We're Different, We're the Same" and discuss the differences they saw in the people in the book. They discuss how they would treat others who are different...

Students explore the Maori culture. In this bible studies lesson plan, students will journal and explore traditional Maori greetings and social customs before examining the Biblical culture greetings.

Young scholars discover the risks from radon. They examine a graph of what a low dose of radon will do to a human body and then discuss. They answer questions to complete the lesson.