Young scholars examine the personality traits of characters. In this characterization lesson, students read act 2 of "Much Ado About Nothing" and create masks to represent the characters in the play.

Students explore first person and third person points of view. In this perspective lesson, students identify first person and third person points of view in literature they have read. Students rewrite stories from different perspectives.

Young scholars compose a opening paragraph that sets the scene and foreshadows events. In this writing fiction lesson, students write an opening paragraph about a mugging and describe the scene in a way that foreshadows something...

Young scholars identify differences in types of sentences. In this sentence structure lesson, students discuss the different ways sentences are written according to their intended audience. Young scholars create different...

Students explore basic algebra formulas. In this introductory algebra lesson, student use basic algebra formulae to simplify expressions that include 1 or 2 operations.

Students discover the idea of rounding numbers.  In this rounding lesson, students are given worksheets having to do with rounding whole numbers and fractions.  Students participate in an activity with number flashcards.  

Students create isosceles triangles.  In this triangles lesson plan, students participate in a quick fire exercise with combinations of numbers totaling 180.  Students complete a worksheet with several problems.

Students discuss and work with lines of symmetry. In this symmetry lesson plan, students start with a warm up activity on metric conversion. They talk about the definition of symmetry and reflection before completing a worksheet.

Students observe an online activity where they see some solids dissolving and some not dissolving. In this dissolving lesson plan, students learn which solids will dissolve, melt, and which won't. They will also see which effects are...

Students determine just how large the sun is. In this solar system lesson, students follow the prescribed steps to draw a box that represents the size of the sun and its mass compared to the entire solar system.

Students evaluate newspaper articles. In this newspaper article instructional activity students compare newspaper articles. They  comment on headlines, language choices, quality and clarity, and impact on the reader.

Students examine everyday materials by utilizing educational software. In this group analysis lesson, students identify several different fabrics and materials used in everyday life. Students participate in a computer activity in which...

Students use Cartesian coordinates. In this graphing lesson students use simple formulae, interpret coordinates, and create graphical representations. They express their work algebraically.

Third graders adopt a deciduous tree in September, and begin regular observations of their tree. They create a timeline to show how leaves change color and conduct a science experiment to illustrate color change.

Students use Venn diagrams to highlight the similarities and differences between comets, meteors, and asteroids.

Learners investigate why green leaves change colors in the fall. They press leaves and write a poem, create a chlorophyll leaf print, take a nature walk, and create a leaf shape poster.

Fourth graders observe examples of simple machines found in the school, playground, and work environment. In this simple machines lesson, 4th graders review simple machines by viewing three web sites. Students tour the school and grounds...

Students identify important aspects of their identities and consider associated stereotyping. They examine some stereotype cliches and explore their origins. They address the importance of individuals self-defining their identities and...

Students are introduced to the cultural diversity in Australia. Using new vocabulary, they define multiculturalism and explore their own cultural backgrounds. In groups, they complete a series of worksheets to develop a better sense of...

Students examine facts and recognize that racism, prejudice and discrimination can result from ignorance. They brainstorm for common myths based on stereotyping. Students share their findings with their classmates.

Students explore harvest festivals. In this harvesting lesson, students view photos of Christian harvest festivals and Jewish harvest festivals. Students plan a harvest festival within their own school.

Young scholars examine the devastation floods may cause. In this current events lesson plan, students analyze a photograph of a flood scene to determine what was taking place when the photograph was taken. Young scholars respond to the...

Students explore space science by participating in a constellation identification activity. In this astronomy activity, students view star charts based on the different seasons and define a list of astronomy related terms. Students...

Students examine the dust in their classroom and relate it to the dust in space.  In this investigative lesson students collect dust and graph their findings.