An Autobiographical Poem Students learn to write a formula poem, about a person. This can be adapted to any subject...		Ten Tips for Writing An Essay Find tips for writing an essay, from scheduling and time-management to outlining to revision.
State Scavenger Hunt Students use reference materials to gather information about the United States.		Ten Art Questions Encourage students to observe details by asking specific and pointed questions about various...
Letter for Great Mail Race Students practice writing and word processing a letter to be used in The Great Mail Race.		Birthday Buddies Students will prepare research projects about a famous person who shares their birthdate.
Vocabulary Building Games Modify these vocabulary games for any seasonal event, unit of study, or theme.		Tongue Twisters As a fun way to practice reading and pronouncing words, try these tongue twisters with your...
Team Teaching Spanish Students become the "teacher" to help themselves and others learn.		An Immigrant's Story Students will create a character who immigrates to the United States. They will base a large...
Animal Names: Male, Female, Young A chart of animal names: male, female, and young.		National Park System of the United States A chart listing U.S. National Parks.
Animal Group Terms Use a list that provides terms (such as herds, flocks, and murders) for various animal groups.		National Scenic Trails A chart listing U.S. National Scenic Trails.
Animal Defenses An article with photos of some of the innovative means animals have developed for attack and...		National Monuments in the U.S. A chart listing U.S. National Monuments.
Build a Volcano Build a volcano using common kitchen supplies. This fun science activity is perfect for...		Courtroom Vocabulary An article explaining vocabulary used in U.S. courtrooms.
Reading the Newspaper Use this lesson to explore the newspaper through a variety of academic areas.		Reading Games Students participate in reading games and enhance their reading abilities at the same time.