Historical Conflict Resolution WebQuest for Students
This is a conflict resolution WebQuest that has students research significant treaties. This WebQuest contains suggested treaties and resources, but …
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Medieval Coat of Arms Lesson Plans
Medieval coat of arms lesson plans open the door to a unit that is rich with history and art. Coats of arms have various components, each having …
Continue ReadingWriting Activity: Working with Words and Writing Using Fun Teaching Methods
Student writers either do not write enough, or they ramble on forever. These two polar opposite problems can plague the language arts classroom. …
Continue ReadingShort Essay Questions on Treasure Island for Teachers to Use
These are some short answer essay topics for Robert Louis Stevenson’s “Treasure Island.” They will prove ideal for testing your …
Continue ReadingArt Project Using Decoupage For Middle School Grades
Decoupage is a fun arts and craft idea that is easy for students of all ages. From decoupage, the student can create a unique and beautiful item such …
Continue ReadingA Drawing Lesson for Drawing Textures
Need a basic lesson to help students expand their drawing techniques? These drawing lesson plans are easy and simple to follow for practice at drawing …
Continue ReadingPhotosynthesis Activity Project for School
A photosynthesis activity introduces schoolchildren to the means by which plants make their food. Photosynthesis – for kids – opens the door to …
Continue ReadingCross-Curriculum Activities for The Witch of Blackbird Pond Lesson Unit (Series of 3 Articles)
How far did Kit travel from Barbados to Wethersfield? Were folks really afraid of witches back in the late 1600s? What is a Husking Bee? Use these The …
Continue ReadingIncreasing Attention Span and Engagement in the Classroom Through Chunking: A Method That Works for All Grades
“Can I have your attention please?” Such a simple question, but it’s a challenge in a world where there is so much competition for …
Continue ReadingStudy Skills Webquest For Middle School Science
Want to brush up on your study skills in a unique, fun way? Get ready to launch into outer space, meet aliens, and conquer different planets to save …
Continue ReadingMiddle School Health Projects
Teaching the basics of health, hygiene, and male and female anatomy can be quite a daunting task, especially when facing a group of middle school …
Continue ReadingThe Witch of Blackbird Pond Unit: Character Analysis and Vocabulary
Is the wrinkled old woman by the pond really a witch? Why is Kit drawn to her? When the citizens demand Kit’s arrest, will she be able to prove …
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