This is a lesson plan to introduce the 5 Themes of Geography. Students will take notes on the 5 Themes and apply them to their school as a whole class. Students will have this example to refer back to when they eventually move on to applying the 5 Themes to where they live!

Researching different cultures in the Eastern and Western Hemisphere.

6.3.3 Describe and compare major physical characteristics of regions in Europe and the Americas.
6.3.4 Describe and compare major cultural characteristics of regions in Europe and the Western Hemisphere.

8th Grade Historical Literacy consists of two 43 minute class periods. Writing is one 43 minute block and reading is another. The teacher has picked themes based on social studies standards, and a read-aloud novel based on social studies serves as the mentor text for writing and reading skills. More social studies content is addressed in reading through teaching nonfiction reading skills and discussion.
Standards reflect CCSS ELA, Reading, and Social Studies Standards.

How can you use the Engineering Design Process to access a geographically inaccessible location to deliver supplies?

Lesson outcomesSWBAT:  demonstrate characteristics of good citizenship.  AssessmentMonthly questionnaires and evidenceFinal presentation and project showcaseState Standards, Indicator, ObjectiveDescribe the responsibilities of being an effective citizen, such as cleaning up your neighborhood, being informed, obeying rules and laws, participating I class decisions, and volunteering (3.1.0.1a)Describe rights and responsibilities of being a citizen in Maryland (4.1.0.1)Describe individual rights and responsibilities in the United States (5.1.01)Examine the rights and responsibilities of being a citizen in the world (7.1.0.1)                     

In this problem-based learning module, students will use their knowledge of the ancient Roman Empire and will work to analyze critical theories historians agree contributed to the fall of Rome. Students will then work to compare the problems faced by the Romans with problems citizens of the United States still largely face today. Through this investigation, students should recognize how modern technology, government agencies, laws and resources help to solve societal problems that could have once destroyed an empire. With this new understanding, students should work to present a solution to a major problem that plagued the Roman Empire during the years leading up to its collapse.

Social and Economic Justice: A Human Rights Perspective is intended to expand the conversation about human rights. It provides background information, ideas for taking action, and interactive activities to help people think about human rights in a broader, more inclusive manner. It strives to help us define issues like homelessness, poverty, hunger, and inadequate health care, not only as “social or economic problems,” but also as human rights challenges

Linda Black Elk is passionate about plants. Linda Black Elk is an ethnobotanist and professor of ethnobotany and science education at Sitting Bull College in Fort Yates, North Dakota and recently she traveled to the Cansayapi Oyate (the Lower Sioux Indian Community) to share her knowledge of medicinal plants with students there.

Two lesson plans for grades 9-12 are included as gallery assets and in the Support Materials.

tool: There is a Question Waiting There.This tool encourages students to read and process the information through analyzing what question the passage sections answer.This strategy engages students.

Artifact included

Several full course OER offerings in ELA, Math, Science, Social Studies, World Languages, Fine Arts

Throughout my career I have created hundreds of educational files for my students. I am sharing those that I am able to. I have PowerPoints, and custom worksheets available here in the link attached. I have more resources for Science & Math. My classroom is considered Adult Basic Education/ Corrections.
I have modified dozens of publisher-developed materials to make them more LD-friendly so to speak.
Take a look, I hope you find something that you can use.

During these lessons, students will explore how and why policies are made at varying levels of government and society.  Particular attention will be paid to policies that impact peoples’ health and well-being, especially mental health and substance use, misuse, and abuse.

Children should already have previous knowledge that the Caribbean countries are divided into groups. This lesson serves as a refresher and formulative assessment at the beginning of the school year.

Ever wondered how comics are made? How about how to draw your own? In this video, Thien Pham, a graphic artist from Oakland, CA, will show you step-by-step how to create your own comic, from writing the plot to drawing the four-panel itself.