French Revolution Discussion Prompts and Pause Points

June 25, 2019
Read the movie description that appears below the movie player on the French Revolution Topic Page. Then use the following prompts to encour...

Executive Command Social Studies Game

June 20, 2012
Visit the Lesson Ideas page to find resources for Executive Command, a free online civics and social studies game....

Character Map

May 31, 2012
This character map graphic organizer is useful for analyzing the main character in a story. Students will identify the character’s traits an...

Holocaust Discussion Prompts and Pause Points

March 10, 2021
Before the Movie What do you know about Holocaust? (Tap prior knowledge) What do you hope to learn about the Holocaust? (Set goals) D...

Note Taking With BrainPOP

August 17, 2012
See how a 4th grade class uses BrainPOP movies and activity pages for note taking....

Cause and Effect

June 21, 2012
This graphic organizer is helpful for identifying cause and effect relationships. Use it across all subject areas including reading, social ...

Ancient Egypt Background Information for Teachers and Parents

May 20, 2010
This page contains information to support educators and families in teaching K-3 students about ancient Egypt.  The information is designed ...

Ancient Rome Background Information for Teachers and Parents

May 1, 2013
This page contains information to support educators and families in teaching K-3 students about ancient Rome.  The information is designed t...

Memorial Day Lesson Plan: Make a Tribute Movie

May 22, 2018
In this lesson plan, adaptable for grades 3-8, students explore BrainPOP features and resources about Memorial Day, including who the day ho...