This computer skills curriculum guide contains activities for the public schools of North Carolina; these lesson plans are designed specifically for grades 6-8 and focus on spreadsheets. Lesson plans for each grade include a list of materials needed, lesson time, teacher preparation activities, outline of activities, and instructional measure. For each lesson, communication, computer and information skills objectives addressed are outlined as well as science, social studies or mathematics skills. Worksheets with various sample spreadsheets and spreadsheet exercises are also included. (AEF)