Learners identify and research famous European explorers using a variety of sources. They compare and contrast the explorers drawing conlusions about the importance of each explorer. They design a web page on one explorer of their choice.

Learners pretend they are taking trip to tropical rainforest of South America, and design and build luggage that fits within standard size requirements for most airlines. After researching requirements, design and build pieces of soft...

Pupils use maps to discover where Puerto Rico is located. In groups, they use the internet to research the vegetation. They also compare and contrast the relationship between the United States and Puerto Rico's government.

Young scholars study the history of Puerto Rico. They define what a commonwealth is and how Puerto Rico became a commonwealth of the United States. They research websites for history of Puerto Rico and how it operates today. They...

Students investigate the historical events that have surrounded The Space Race. They conduct research using a variety of resources and focus upon the progress between Russia and The United States. Students describe the events that led up...

Students explore the relationship between politics and religion. In this religion and ethics lesson, students examine hyperlinks created by their instructor from the suggested sites list. Students research the websites for information...

Young scholars explore American values. In this American history instructional activity, students read passages from Ship of Gold in the Deep Blue Sea. Young scholars collaborate to conduct research in order to build a timeline of the...

Students explore the Great Depression. In this Great Depression activity, students research selected websites and analyze primary sources to conduct inquiries regarding the depression, northern migration, and urbanization. Students...

Students write about the benefits that industrial agriculture has had on growing crops. In this industrial agriculture lesson plan, students research how technology has impacted the processing speed of growing food.

Students explore the concept of pollution. In this environmental stewardship lesson, students examine primary sources to research the complexity of pollution and its effect on the Arctic.

Fourth graders analyze findings at African burial grounds. In this research skills lesson plan, 4th graders research Internet and print sources regarding African American heritage. Students discuss their findings.

Second graders examine why rice is so important to the world. In this agriculture lesson, 2nd graders discover the origins of rice farming. Students study how many countries depend on rice for survival. Students research countries and...

Seventh graders compare myths and legends about corn and use creative abilities to act them out. In this corn legends lesson, 7th graders read background information about corn and its importance. Students work in groups to research...

Third graders explore interesting environments by exploring Louisiana. In this wetland lesson, 3rd graders utilize the web to research the State of Louisiana, the bayous in the area, and the Gulf of Mexico. Students write a journal entry...

Students determine how technological advancements have formed history. In this Jacksonian democracy lesson plan, students research innovations of the era and then compare them to the technological innovations of today. Students also...

Sixth graders examine the impact of the Industrial Revolution on America today.  In this American History lesson, 6th graders research a specific inventor from this time period.  Students write a paper describing this inventors...

Students examine how animals must be adapted to the conditions of its environment to survive.  In this biomes lesson students research desert adaptations then discuss how these animals have survived. 

High schoolers explore world trade issues. In this economics lesson, students read "Opening Doors to Vietnam," and discuss the trade negotiations between Vietnam and the Untied States. High schoolers conduct further research on the topic...

Students explore the economic relationship between India and the United States. In this globalization instructional activity, students research business with bases in both nations and discuss the impact of the economic dependence between...

Learners examine the various ways in which ancient Greek culture has influenced modern-day life. They study the context in which modern-day Greeks consider the 2004 Summer Olympics by reading and discussing the article "Where It All...

Fourth graders research and create questions about a famous person. They create questions in a game format, create a computer generated brochure, and develop rubrics for their finished projects.

Students examine masks from various cultures focusing on the Native Americans. Using the internet, they research the purpose of the masks and various designs. They create their own mask showing their own culture and personality and...

Students brainstorm family meal traditions and the meaning of "The Circle of Life" while viewing artifacts. They plan a traditional family Thanksgiving meal and write/discuss their own Thanksgiving family meal traditions. Students listen...

Students identify the various sources of water in Puerto Rico. In groups, they research the various ways people in the country gather their water. They also analyze the reasoning behind water catchment systems to end the lesson.