In this Charles Darwin worksheet, students fill in the blank with the correct answer. Students use the suggested text to complete statements about Charles Darwin, his expedition, and his development of his theory of evolution.

In this genetics worksheet, students compare the human amino acid sequence with the five animals given. Students used cladograms to complete 11 short answer questions.

Students study the social justice issues of the immigration debate. For this immigration lesson, students examine the role of undocumented Latino workers as they explore how trade policies and competition influence immigration and...

Students discuss tolerance. In this philanthropy lesson plan, students read the book A Very Special Critter by Gina Mayer and discuss the character's disability. Students role play how to be tolerant of a new student with a disability.

Young scholars explore the concept of respect. In this respect and democracy lesson plan, students define respect and brainstorm examples of showing respect and disrespect. Young scholars read Core Values of American Constitutional...

Young scholars explore their own personal qualities. In this social awareness lesson plan, students explore their identities as results of genetics and environments. Young scholars also discuss first impressions and their reliability.

Students examine what makes a tragic hero and whether Captain Ahab fits the criteria.  In this literature lesson, engage in group discussions and examine Captain Ahab from the novel Moby Dick. They will then engage in a debate...

Students. through a variety of library books on biographies, explore and assess the contributions of individuals to society. They choose one person to write a short biography on after reading their biography checked out from the library.

Young scholars define integrity and responsibility, then discuss the motto "Do the Right Thing." students participate in teacher-generated problems in small groups.

Students examine writings of Mary Eliza Church Terrell. They role play themselves as an African American woman in the 19th century. They describe her actions and how they benefited minorities.

Fifth graders examine careers and the skills they need for them.

Students create their own personalized Zodiac page on a word processing document after researching and discussing the origins of Zodiak signs. This instructional activity does include resource links and may be controversial.

High schoolers create individual horoscopes that contrast and compare Western and Chinese views of their futures using poster boards and magic markers. In-class discussion is used to evaluate the use of the Zodiac in different cultures.

Students discuss the purposes of persuasive speaking and writing with emphasis upon what makes them different from other kinds. They brainstorm and discuss ways to select "The Greatest American Who Ever Lived" and prepare a persuasive...

Pupils observe the teacher's basket which contains items that represent his/her childhood. They listen to a read aloud of Library Lil and complete a graphic organizer based on the story. They decorate a paper cut out with facts about a...

Pupils prepare to become the first to cover four adjacent products, horizontally, vertically or diagonally by selecting factors that make the needed products. They play this game to acquire a healthy appetite for competition between the...

Inspired by the music "Free to Be. . . You and Me" by Marlo Thomas, this lesson, which will take several days, asks students to compose stories that teach character traits that will be shared with elementary school children. They will...

In this video, Sheryl Sandberg examines the problem that few women have leadership roles in business and government and offers advice to women who want to hold leadership positions. [14:58] Includes a brief quiz and a list of additional...

In this 9-12 lesson, students will analyze the positive character traits of heroes as depicted in music, art, and literature. They will gain an understanding of how cultures and societies have produced folk, military, religious,...

First graders build on their knowledge of positive character traits and those valued in a good citizen and leader by exploring rules, laws, elections, and the presidency. Through the anchor text, 1st graders discuss the details of the...

The science portion of this lesson provides opportunities for students to recognize that structure and function are directly related to specific animals and to their survival. The body shape and the position and size of the mouth of a...

Learn about kindness through activity ideas for students of all ages and ideas for encouraging positive behavior in the classroom and community. Learn what a "Random Act of Kindness" is, and find ways to talk about this character trait...

This instructional activity engages students in determining the importance of attitudes on many facets of life. Students will view movie clips, view PowerPoint presentations, discuss how attitudes can change and influence people's lives,...

Lesson that helps students understand the features that make people alike and different. Students to create a paper face and a paper face book.