How to Extract DNA from Strawberries: Middle School Life Science Experiment
In this easy and fun life science lab activity, students will extract DNA from strawberries, but bananas, kiwis or onions will also work. Since DNA …
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Teaching Middle School: Grades 6-8
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Lesson Plan Ideas: Astronomy Projects with Constellations
Use these astronomy projects to help your students to enjoy astronomy as they learn. Add these projects to your astronomy lessons today!
Continue ReadingMath and Science Teaching Methods: Strategies Using Choreography and Human Movements
The article describes science and math teaching strategies which make use of classical dance forms from different cultures. In using math and science …
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Teaching Punctuation Rules: Comma, Semicolon, & Quotation Rules
If your students need constant review with punctuation rules, you’re not alone! Read on for rules and examples of punctuation rules kids …
Continue ReadingEarth Science Activity for Grades 5-8: Weather Prediction Journals Using Cloud Formations
This is an interesting activity all your students are sure to enjoy. Teach your students how to predict the weather by the cloud formations in the …
Continue ReadingLife Science Project: Model of a Cell
In this creative and fun life science project, students will make a 3-dimensional model of a plant or animal cell using everyday household materials.
Continue ReadingNovel Board Games
Instead of assigning a book report when students finish a novel, have them work in small groups and create a board game. Each member will have a …
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Capitalization Rules Your Students Should Know
It’s easy to blaze through your capitalization unit. After all, your students have been studying capitalization rules for years, right? This …
Continue ReadingFun Art Activities : How To Make Windchimes
Students will FALL in love with this clay project! After examining leaves, students create a windchime out of clay using hand-building techniques. …
Continue ReadingVerb Lesson Plan: Ideas for Fun Verb Activities in the Classroom
If you’re trying to motivate your students to enjoy grammar, try some of these verb activities. Verb games can turn a boring lesson into a fun …
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