Presenting the Fabulous Famous Americans!
Summary Third graders’ curiosity was piqued after learning about various Famous Americans. To discover more, they researched using a variety of search engines. They used …
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Reporting Live from Jamestown
Summary In groups of 2-3 students, the fourth graders will choose a topic about Jamestown to research. Students will use search engines such as Ask …
Three Tribes at the MSIC
Summary Students will be challenged with a task of designing brochures for the Math Science Innovation Center (MSIC) to advertise new Native American classes being …
Igition On, Cell Off
Summary The students will be using a news article to identify the text structure of persuasive writing, locating information to support opinions, predictions, and conclusions, …
Tsunami!
Summary Students start with a fantastic picture book that will build intrigue and lend itself to some fun artistic expression. Then move to self-directed, collaborative …
Moving the Capital
Summary Summary: Students will be presented with the following problem: “The current site of Jamestown is no longer a good location as the capital of …
I Scream, You Scream, We all Scream for Ice Cream!
Summary Students will research and learn about the freezing point of liquids. In addition, students will investigate matter changing state while making a tasty treat. …
Habitat Help!
Summary Students researched a favorite animal and its habitat. Each group used a website to build/create an animal that would thrive in its habitat. Using …
See Ya Next Fall!
Summary Kindergarten students are challenged to form groups and establish roles to problem solve the authentic task of becoming experts and teaching their selected season …
Animal Research
Summary Students will use a variety of resources and technologies to research the body coverings and habitats of animal adults and their offspring. National Geographic …