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Whose Life Is It?
Students consider the implications of cloning. In this science and ethics instructional activity, students consider when cases of cloning are ethical and when they are not as they discuss scenarios and their discussion questions.
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Evolution
Students research the theory of evolution and the controversy. In this evolution lesson students view a film on Charles Darwin then they write an essay about whether or not intelligent design should be taught in science class.
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Energy Efficiency at Home: An Interdisciplinary Module for Energy Education
Students examine energy efficiency and how they use energy at home. In this energy conservation instructional activity students complete several science activities that give students a better understanding of energy.
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Crater Lakes and the Volcanoes of the Cascade Mountains
Students study volcanoes. In this Earth science lesson plan, students read, discuss and take notes on the volcanoes of the Cascade Mountains. This lesson also includes an art project.
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Outdoor Observation
Second graders explore Earth science by participating in a nature observation activity. For this four seasons lesson, 2nd graders identify the four seasons on Earth and the weather patterns they are known for. Students read several books...
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Species on the Edge
Young scholars study science. In this endangered species lesson, students examine sea turtles and actions that can be taken to help keep them alive. They work in small groups to research different species of turtles and share their...
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Termitology
Students engage in an inquiry-based study of the ecology of termites. Through hands-on investigations, they explore the life cycle of termites, the termite's role in the food web, and the unique social structure of termite colonies.
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Trash Goes To School
Students explore solid waste background information. They are presented with a well balanced picture. Students review ideas on how to use solid waste issues in many fields including math, science, English, social studies and home...
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What's Your Favorite Season?
Students explore earth science by creating illustrations in class. In this four seasons lesson, students identify the four different types of weather that take place during the year and read the books Harvest Year and Snow Comes to the...
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Where Do Your Veggies Grow?
First graders investigate the origins of vegetables. In this Science lesson, 1st graders identify where fruits and vegetables come from. Students describe how people utilize plants.
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Power Up!
Students explore energy sources. In this science lesson, students complete an interactive activity in which they choose the energy sources they will use to power a city. Students discuss renewable energy options.
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First Class First? Using Data to Explore the Tragedy of the Titanic
Students analyze and interpret data related to the crew and passengers of the Titanic. They draw conclusions to better explain the people who were lost or saved as a result of the disaster, and whether or not social status affected the...
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Children's Literature Across the Curriculum Ideas-The Gadget War
Students read The Gadget War by Betsy Duffey. They complete a variety of cross-curricular activities surrounding inventors and inventions. Included are reading, art, math, science, writing, social studies, and library connections.
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Children's Literature Across the Curriculum Ideas-Polar, The Titanic Bear
Students read Polar, The Titanic Bear by Daisy Corning Stone Spedden. They complete a variety of cross-curricular activities surrounding this true story of a toy bear that survived the sinking of the Titanic. Included are reading, art,...
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Techno Timeline
Students create a timeline of inventors. In this dual history/science lesson, students research inventors of technological products, then work in groups to create a timeline of events. The timeline may include science information about...
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Relationships, Rules, and Responsibilities
First graders identify jobs in the environment. In this social justice lesson, 1st graders describe rules to protect the environment and the roles specific jobs play. Students construct environmental rules for an imaginary town.
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Create a 3-D Community Model
Seventh graders explore the term community. In this Social Studies instructional activity, 7th graders develop a definition of the term community. Students create a sculpture that is related to their community.
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Plant Systems
Young scholars examine plant systems. For this life science lesson, students explore leaf and root systems on paper in a terrarium that they design and construct.
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LCROSS Moon Mission
Young scholars read to discover the sequence of events of the LCROSS moon mission. In this space science lesson, students read an article about the LCROSS moon mission and the events that took place. After reading, young scholars...
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Introduction to Earth Sun Relationships Incorporating P.E.
Third graders investigate space science by performing physical activities. In this solar system lesson, 3rd graders perform a relay activitiy with their class in which they race between different "planets". Students define space...
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Ohio Census 1990 and 2000
Students explore the Ohio census numbers in 1990 and 2000. In this social studies lesson, students use the census data to answer questions.
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Utah Weather
Fourth graders explore Earth science by researching weather patterns on the Internet. In this Utah climate lesson, 4th graders discuss why each climate on our planet is exposed to different weather settings and how they are measured....
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Microbes and Health
Sixth graders investigate microorganisms. In this Science lesson, 6th graders examine how microorganisms can be both positive and negative. Students list diseases caused by microorganisms.
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In the Desert
Students explore earth science by completing several environment activities. In this desert instructional activity, students identify where the U.S. deserts are and what types of wild life inhabit them. Students utilize arts and crafts...
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