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K–12 teaching and learning · from the UNC School of Education

Monster symmetry
Students will make a "monster" through symmetry using white paper, pencils, and scissors. This activity will help students visualize how to identify objects that can be divided symmetrically.
Format: lesson plan (grade 3 Mathematics)
By Mary Allen.
Exploring colors
The learner will develop the ability to use science process skills through exploration with primary colors.
Format: lesson plan (grade K Visual Arts Education)
By Kristin Gray.
Web of life
Students will apply their knowledge of the different categories of species that live on Earth. Students will then use a variety of thinking maps to display their information.
Format: lesson plan (grade 6 Science)
By Danielle Pickard.
Math in the White House
This plan uses an online tour of the White House to reinforce the concept of tallying.
Format: lesson plan (grade 1 Mathematics)
By Bunnie R. Brewer, Missy Colborn, Kathy Hale, Kim Roberson, and Emily White.
Old Hat, New Hat: 3-D Pattern Hats
After students read Old Hat, New Hat by Jan and Stan Berenstain, they create their own new 3-D hats.
Format: lesson plan (grade 1 Visual Arts Education)
By Lisa Mitchell.
Clown portrait
Students will create a clown portrait using tempera paint, oil pastels, and collage. They will look at prints of clowns from artist Pablo Picasso, Red Skelton, George Rouault, and Ringling Brothers Barnum & Bailey Circus.
You can even dress as a clown if you wish.
Format: lesson plan (grade 2 Visual Arts Education)
By Michelle Harris.
Los adjetivos con el verbo “estar”
Students will learn adjectives of emotion with the verb estar and make a booklet illustrating the new vocabulary.
Format: lesson plan (grade 9–12 Second Languages)
By Karen Hayworth.
Painted cylindrical sculptures
Students will experiment painting a variety of lines as directed in addition to inventing their own on 12" x 18" paper. Students will also glue pre-cut paper strips onto their sculptures experimenting with a variety of paper sculpture techniques such as bending, folding and curling.
Format: lesson plan (grade K–1 Visual Arts Education and Mathematics)
By Rose Szabo.
Colorful fruit bowl
Students learn color theory by exploring color mixing. Students will use overlapping to show simple perspective in their picture.
Format: lesson plan (grade 1 Visual Arts Education)
By Marilyn Carter.
North Carolina numerals
Students will design their own numeric system using North Carolina state symbols.
Format: lesson plan (grade 4 Mathematics and Social Studies)
By Wendy White.
A home for Lars
Our lesson plan is based on the book, Ahoy There, Little Polar Bear, by Hans de Beer. We will use the book to introduce the polar bear's habitat and will elaborate on the necessary things a polar bear needs to survive in this habitat.
Format: lesson plan (grade K–1 Visual Arts Education and Science)
Collaging symmetry
Students will create a symmetrical artwork with construction paper, glue, and yarn. This lesson will allow students to use critical thinking to create an original work. They should learn that there is more than one solution to a creative problem.
Format: lesson plan (grade 2 Visual Arts Education)
By Marion McClure.
Butterfly metamorphosis
This is an integrated lesson which is introduced using the book The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle. Butterfly metamorphosis is explored through art, math, and writing.
Format: lesson plan (grade 1–2 Visual Arts Education, English Language Arts, and Science)
By Laura Byers.
Winter congruent and symmetrical shapes
Students learn about congruency and symmetry. They complete a symmetrical tree that is complete with congruent ornaments.
Format: lesson plan (grade 3 Mathematics)
By Julie Little.
Getting an angle on light
Students will discover that the angle of the sun can mark time and is responsible for the color we see in the sky. Students will also understand that light can be reflected and refracted.
Format: lesson plan (grade 3 Science)
By Janet Jones.
Dem "Dry Bones" take form
This lesson introduces musical form (ABC) by using the song "Dry Bones."
Format: lesson plan (grade 2–3 Music Education)
By Melissa Vincent.
Even human beings are odd!
The lesson will broaden students' knowledge of even and odd numbers through interesting activities and by relating that knowledge through real life experiences.
Format: lesson plan (grade 2 Mathematics)
By Jackie Barrett.
Termites, ink pens and pheromones
Students will investigate the behavior of termites to understand and use the scientific method.
Format: lesson plan (grade 9–12 Science)
By Jacki Clark.
Walter the Baker
In this lesson, students will read and discuss Walter the Baker by Eric Carle. They will then create a personal response in words and pictures explaining what they want to be when they grow up.
Format: lesson plan (grade 1 English Language Arts and Social Studies)
By Teresa Bennett.
Describing words: Go Away, Big Green Monster
The students will use describing words in their writing based on the book Go Away, Big Green Monster while integrating math concepts about shapes.
Format: lesson plan (grade 1 English Language Arts and Mathematics)
By Paula Jennings.