NO MORE DRAMA!
Teacher: Amanda Drinnon Summary In this lesson, students review the elements of drama and interact with a technology enhanced flipchart that simulates the upcoming Reading …
CategoryCreativity – Target
The Pilgrimage: A Field Guide to Art History
Summary The Pilgrimage is a journey for students and teachers alike; exploring and compiling art historical information in a scientific way that initiates discovery and …
The Promises and Perils of Biotechnology
Summary Student groups will research an area of biotechnology (genetically modified organisms, stem cells, or the human genome project) and choose a position for or …
Short Novel Unit – 6403
Summary Students conducted a group-guided journey through a short novel of their choice. Groups were encouraged to reach their own insights, ask their own questions, …
La Danza Latina (Latin Dance)
Lesson Title: La Danza Latina (Latin Dance) Teacher: Brenda Witherspoon Target Grade/Subject: Spanish III, IV, V Length: 3 days (90 minutes total) Summary This collaborative …
Short Pump Architects – 4232
Summary The purpose of this project was to have students complete an authentic task combining recent studies in math, social studies, and language arts. The …
Crazy for Straws
Summary When is the last time you used a straw? If you are a typical American it was today! We use these plastic cylinders all …
Constructing and Destructing Trusses
Lesson Title: Building and Busting Bridges Teacher: William Batkins Target Grade/Subject: Design Length: 2 weeks Summary This project has students exploring the world of bridges …
Chore Machine – 4233
Summary You have been chosen by the government to invent a machine that would do one or more of your chores. Before the government gives …
Native Americans – 4229
Summary Students work collaboratively in self-selected “tribes” of 4 students to complete the following task: “Settlers are coming to America and wanting to learn more …