Make Gift Certificates Print out these gift certificates so that your students can give something of themselves to...		Notable Moments in Civil Rights History Read about important events throughout the history of the civil rights movement.
An Abolitionist Play Students learn about five women abolitionists and are asked to write a one-act play that...		Legal and Political Manipulations After the Civil War The electoral reforms after the Civil War undid much of President Lincoln's progress with...
Lewis Temple Lewis Temple, a man of color, invented the toggle harpoon in 1848. This device increased the...		Wreath Ornament Use leftover scraps of cloth to make this impressive mini-wreath ornament. Children will enjoy...
How to Read a Poem This student handout will help students to read, understand, evaluate, and write poetry.		Yarn Sheep Ornament Fluffy poms-poms form the body of this adorable sheep ornament -- make it in black or white....
St. Patty's Day Quiz: Answers The answers to the St. Patty's Day Quiz.		Harry Potter Timeline The life of J.K. Rowling and her famous creation, Harry Potter, are presented in this timeline.
Vietnam War Student Project Discover an outline for a student presentation on the Vietnam War. This is a good activity for...		Teen Suicide Prevention: Myths and Frequently Asked Questions Read some commonly asked questions and prevalent myths about teen suicide, explained by the...
Easter Information and Activities Explanations about Easter traditions along with fun activities.		Frankenstein Reading Guide This reading guide to Mary Shelley's Frankenstein includes an introduction to the book,...
Reptile and Amphibian Life Span and Life History Background information on the life span of reptiles and amphibians.		Cyberbullying: The Downside of New Media Technology New media technology — cell phones, PDAs, and computers — has given rise to a new form of...
Food Webs of Reptiles and Amphibians Peruse an article that is full of background information on the different roles creatures play...		What You Can Do to Help Prevent the Flu Follow these tips to help prevent the spread of influenza in your classroom and encourage...
Character Education: George Washington Carver Use this lesson to discuss the life of George Washington Carver and ask students to explain why...		The Gorp Reading Activities The following exercises are activities for before and after you read The Gorp's Gift.