Virtual Labs: Using the Microscope Science Game

November 13, 2013
Visit the lesson ideas page to find resources for Virtual Labs: Using the Microscope, a free online science game....

George Washington Background Information for Teachers and Parents

May 23, 2010
This page contains information to support educators and families in teaching K-3 students about George Washington. The information is design...

Thirteen Colonies Activities for Kids

May 24, 2010
In this set of activities adaptable for grades K-3, parents and educators will find ideas for teaching about the original thirteen colonies ...

Jamestown, Part 1 Lesson Plan: How Did England Create the Colony?

January 21, 2020
Grades 4-8   BrainPOP’s lesson plans suggest learning strategies, resources, and tools for introducing the topic (Discover), prompt...

Slavery Lesson Plan: Time, Continuity, and Change

August 16, 2022
*Click to open and customize your own copy of the Slavery Lesson Plan.  This lesson accompanies the BrainPOP topic Slavery, and supports ...

Introducing BrainPOP to your Science Class

August 17, 2012
See how BrainPOP is used to teach a science class....

Teaching Strategies for Interactive Simulations

January 1, 2013
Interactive simulations are powerfully engaging teaching tools that allow for specific skill reinforcement opportunities. Here are some sugg...

Lewis and Clark Background Information for Teachers and Parents

May 28, 2010
This page contains information to support educators and families in teaching K-3 students about Lewis and Clark. The information is designed...

President Background Information for Teachers and Parents

May 24, 2010
This page contains information to support educators and families in teaching K-3 students about the President. The information is designed t...

Slavery Discussion Prompts and Pause Points

June 18, 2019
Before the Movie What do you know about slavery? During the Movie (Pause Points) Stop at the following times in the movie and ask quest...