Number the Stars by Lois Lowry, Literature Activities and Lesson Plans
Looking for a way to introduce “Number the Stars,” by Lois Lowry? This “Number the Stars” lesson plan gives students the …
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A Lesson Plan for a Middle School History Class on Abraham Lincoln's Second Inaugural Address
On March 4, 1865, Abraham Lincoln delivered his second inauguration address. The Civil War was about to end, and Lincoln wanted to set the tone for …
Continue ReadingCeramic Self Portrait Sculptures: Clay Lesson Plans for Middle or High School
This is a clay lesson plan for middle or high school students. Hand-building techniques and proportion sculpting will be used to create realistic …
Continue ReadingFirst Day or First Semester Creative Writing Activities to Learn About Students
One of the best way to keep a calm classroom is to get to know the students well. One great way to do this is through creative writing assignments. …
Continue ReadingNumber the Stars Questions
These “Number the Stars” questions, based on the historical fiction novel by Lois Lowry, are designed to help your students think on several levels …
Continue ReadingHow to Paint Wall Murals That Draw You In?
Painting a mural with a vanishing point is a way to paint that draws the eye in. This lesson will show how to paint wall murals that have perspective, …
Continue ReadingLesson Plan on Speeches of Abraham Lincoln: First Inauguration Speech
On March 4, 1861, Abraham Lincoln delivered his first inauguration address. Seven southern states had seceded and four more border states were …
Continue ReadingCheck the Reading Age of Classroom Materials & Text Using Microsoft Word
Microsoft Word has a useful function for checking the reading age of text before using it in the classroom with your students. Text which is too hard …
Continue ReadingInteractive "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" Lesson Plan & Discussion Ideas
After reading “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” with your class, try this interactive lesson to review the contents of the novel and …
Continue ReadingRoller Coaster Physics: A Potential Energy Example
Kids love roller coasters! Help them understand potential energy and kinetic energy by presenting this lesson plan on roller coaster physics.
Continue ReadingThe Coze Test & Procedure: Tips to Check Reading Comprehension in Students
A cloze test is a neat tool to help you assess whether you are giving your students content which suits their reading levels. The cloze procedure …
Continue ReadingSix Poems By Robert Frost: Teaching ActivitiesWith Links, Lessons, and Analysis
Use these poems by Robert Frost to teach the elements of poetry, critical thinking, and reading comprehension. It contains Robert Frost teaching …
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