Creating Persuasive Media
Summary In this lesson, students analyze internet memes in order to discuss the elements that combine to create persuasive media. Using the knowledge they gain …
CategoryCritical Thinking – Target
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. …
Our Economy in Action – 4451
Summary During “Our Economy in Action” unit, students collaborated with their peers to develop a small business within the classroom. They used a variety of …
The Age of Exploration
Summary This lesson provided students with an opportunity to research about one of the exploring nations (Spain, Portugal, France, and England) during the Age of …
Animal Fashion – 4458
Summary In this lesson, I incorporated Science SOL 1.5, animal characteristics. The students gained an understanding of how animals have specific coverings to help them …
Eat This, Not That!
Summary In this lesson, students assume the role of author/editor working for a publishing company that has been given the assignment to work on the …
Explorer Needed! – 4250
Summary King Caratachea plans to venture a new voyage. He is looking for the best explorer to hire for this expedition. Using the idea of …
Extreme Weather – 4000
Summary Students will work in collaborative groups to research a chosen extreme weather condition using a variety of online/print resources. They will also have the …
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 …
Three Lakes Park Project – 4225
Summary This project integrated the second grade Langauge Arts, Science, and Social Studies curriculum as well as incorporated the technology tools that the students had …