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Enhance your seventh-grade curriculum with activities that stimulate curiosity and intellectual growth. These resources cover diverse subjects and include projects that promote inquiry and analysis. Incorporate them to keep students motivated and invested in their learning.
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Surface Area of Composite 3D Figures NOTES & PRACTICE
Math, Geometry, Grade 7, Activities
Surface Area of Composite 3D Figures NOTES & PRACTICE This 7th grade math resource helps students gain conceptual understanding and practice skills for solving real-world problems involving surface area of composite 3-dimensional figures made up of geometric shapes like triangles, quadrilaterals, polygons, cubes, and prisms. Useful for whole-class instruction, small group work, or independent practice, these activities meet math content standards for analyzing area, volume, and surface area. With scaffolded instruction and step-by-step worked examples, students will build proficiency finding the surface area of composite solids. Practice problems allow students to apply the formulas and strategies they learned.
Author The Math Cafe
Tags Surface Area, Composite Figures, Notes , Practice, Surface Area Of 3d Figures, Surface Area Of Composite Figures
Reading Comprehension Passages Fiction Set 2 (Fillable PDF)
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Common Core, Writing, Vocabulary, Language Development, Spelling, ESL, Creative Writing, Grade 6, 7, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Writing Prompts, Assessments, Teacher Tools, Tests, Quizzes and Tests, Centers, Activities
Reading Comprehension Passages Fiction Set 2 Snapshot Title: Fiction Grade 6-7 Set 2 Genre: Fiction Subject: Reading / SEL Primary Topic: Short fiction about goals, family, fear, and problem-solving Estimated Guided Reading Level (A–Z): X What This Teaches Best Highlights perseverance and goal-setting through stories such as Cooking Camp , where Jason works toward camp money. Develops analysis of realistic character choices in school, family, and community settings, including School Musical , My Key! , and Summer at Gran’s . Encourages discussion of fear and bravery in suspenseful or high-stakes stories such as Creepy Well and Solo Flight . Supports cause-and-effect thinking and problem-solving, especially in stories like Bug Trip and Cooking Camp . Provides broad practice with vocabulary, inference, sequencing, and response writing through matched support pages after each passage. Learning Goals Students will explain how characters work toward a goal or solve a problem. Students will infer character feelings from dialogue, actions, and story events. Students will describe how a challenge changes a character by the end of a story. Students will sequence events and explain cause-and-effect relationships. Students will determine the meaning of important vocabulary from context. Students will compare how different stories present courage, responsibility, or persistence. Passages Include 1.Cooking Camp: Jason tries to make enough money to go to cookery camp. 2.Graduation: Matt helps prepare for his brother's graduation party. 3.No Internet- Sam and Klara discuss life in the past with their gran. 4.School Musical: Maiya and her concerns about the school musical. 5.My Key: Jon has the house to himself for once. Does he enjoy it though? 6.Creepy Well: Jo and some kids from school at a creepy well. 7.Bug Trip: The twins are driving Dad crazy with their science project. 8.Solo Flight: Sid gets his first solo flight in bizarre circumstances. 9.Summer at Gran's: Andrea trying to make the best of her time at Gran's. 10.Wild Wild West: Alec on the ranch with his dad. 11.Danger Mountain: Nath tries a dangerous ride down the mountain. 12.Math Queen: Rhonda doing her best at the Math competition. FILLABLE PDF VERSION Worksheet-style pages, but with type-in answer boxes so students can complete and save their work digitally. Other versions are available in the links list below or in the full catalog. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
Author Cored Education
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Tags Elementary, Reading, Comprehension, Vocabulary, Spelling, Writing, Passages, Reading Centers, Reading Comprehension Assessment
How to Write a Book Report: Memory Match Game - FLASH-MAC
ELA, Writing, Common Core, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Activities, Games
How to Write a Book Report: Memory Match Game - FLASH-MAC The How to Write A Book Report: Memory Match Game - FLASH-MAC is an interactive and engaging approach to literary comprehension. This unique teaching resource uses the familiar concept of memory match games to teach, test, and reinforce crucial definitions and concepts related to book report writing. This game is specially designed for middle school students falling between grades 5 through 8. It comprises six pairs of matching cards which correspond with six essential topics from the commonly taught 'How to Write a Book Report' lesson plan. Each pair includes a topic card and its respective definition card. Whole group instruction: The game can easily be used as part of collective classroom teaching. Small group activity: It can also be tailored for use in collaborative small-group settings. Distant learning/homework:If necessary, it could be assigned as individual homework providing further reinforcement outside school hours. In line with Mac operating systems, this software-based educational product requires minimal technical input from teachers or parents facilitating at-home learning while strictly adhering the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) framework ensuring accurate content alignment along with compliance. The structure follows Bloom's Taxonomy vouching for graduated levels of complexity thereby promoting mastery over time so cognition occurs naturally. In conclusion, language arts instructors will find How To Write A Book Report: Memory Match Game - FLASH-MAC, not only innovative but also effective in utilizing modern technology's digital interface while maintaining all traditional pedagogical methodologies intact promising optimum literacy development results among learners.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags Software (Mac)
Traditional Costumes: Social Studies Reading Passage (Word)
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Strategies, Resources for Teachers, Social Studies, Sociology, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, Writing Prompts, Worksheets & Printables, Centers, Activities, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Quizzes and Tests, Quizzes, Tests
Traditional Costumes: Social Studies Reading Comprehension Passage (Word) This resource introduces a unique Social Studies reading comprehension passage with questions about Traditional Costumes: Clothing That Tells a Story. The passage is carefully designed to bridge the gap between social studies and literacy through strengthening reading comprehension and sparking knowledge curiosity in middle school students. Each passage blends English Language Arts skills with accurate social studies content . Ideal for interdisciplinary learning in ELA and Social Studies. Suitable for Grade 9 review, too! Student Tasks throughout the passage: 5 multiple-choice questions targeting the following skills: main idea, key details, inference, vocabulary in context, and use of evidence 5 vocabulary matching items with clear, student-friendly definitions 5 text-based questions that require citing specific lines or facts 1 summary prompt that asks students to condense central ideas accurately Full answer key for every section Available Formats for this Resource: PDF Fillable PDF Google Docs FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOADING LINKS HERE Social Studies Reading Comprehension Collection Links: 1. Ancient Civilizations PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs 2. Early Empires and Trade Networks PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs 3. The Founding of the United States PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs 4. Language, Culture, and Meaning PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs 5. Psychology and Society PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs 6. Global Festivals and Traditions PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs 7. Extreme Environments and People PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs 8. Food, Culture, and Preservation PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs 9. Global Food Customs PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs 10. Media, Communication, and Popular Culture PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs 11. Human Impact on the Environment PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs 12. Civic Action and Social Change PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs 13. Fashion, Society, and Power PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs 14. People, Places, and Unusual Histories PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Product Details: Length: 4 pages Grades: 6–8, also suitable for Grade 9 review Use cases: close reading, stations, homework, intervention, test prep, and sub plans Why Teachers Choose This Passage: Authentic social studies content paired with rigorous literacy practice Consistent task structure for easier planning and smoother student routines Clear, age-appropriate writing that builds confidence without oversimplifying Use this passage to reinforce ELA skills in social studies, to add literacy to your lessons, and to support independent work. The passage strengthens main idea, evidence use, vocabulary in context, inference, cause and effect, and summary writing. With ready-to-use assessments and complete answer keys, you can provide focused practice that is simple to run and fast to review.
Author CORED Education - Middle & High School
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Tags Middle School, Reading Comprehension, Reading Strategies, ELA, Centers, Reading Passage, Assessments, Vocabulary, Social Studies, Sociology
Big Four Hydro powers Activity
Environmental Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Science, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities
Activity Introduction An amazing activity designed for the students to learn more about STEM. Big Four Hydro powers Do you like STEM subjects? what is your favorite one? Have you ever tried to plant a seed? If yes, tell us more about it. Or have you ever tried to invent something? If yes, tell us more about it. And how do you think it will help us? Have you ever seen a microorganism under a microscope? What was it? And how it looked like? Mathematics is a marvelous subject. Let' sharpen our brains and solve some equations. Do you like timetable tricks? What is your favorite one? Do you know how to code? Have you ever created an app or a game before? If yes, how was it like? Big Four Hydro powers Activity The activity is perfect for encouraging the researching skills for the students, while learning more about this fantastic topic. Big Four Hydro powers This friendly designed worksheet is suitable for students at school, homeschooling, and as a group activity. Instructions Research, write a brief description, and glue pictures of the current four largest hydroelectric power plants in the world according to their power generation capacity. Format Available in a PDF format.
Author Educational Voice
Tags Big Four Hydro Powers Activity, Four Hydro Powers Activity, Hydro Powers Activity, Hydro Powers, Hydropower, Hydropower Facts, Hydropower Facts For Kids, Water, Electricity, Renewable Energy
Celebrity Book Club: Create a New Novel Cover
ELA, Writing, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, Activities
Celebrity Book Club: Create a New Novel Cover This interactive and engaging teaching material is designed for students from grade 5 to grade 10. It integrates the popular culture of social media influencers into a learning experience, guiding students through contemporary novel studies while encouraging creativity in designing new book covers. Goals and Approach: The primary goal of this activity is to explore the themes and context of the chosen novel. Students are encouraged to channel their favorite influencer or celebrity persona as they delve into understanding their respective books. The fun role-play approach makes learning feel more enjoyable! Versatility: In classrooms that may not welcome social media, an alternative version titled 'Celebrity Book Club' is included within this resource. This version enables participants to promote their selected book by creating appealing messages intended for hypothetical fans. It allows teachers complete flexibility over its implementation - be it inspiring in-class group discussions or assigning personal homework projects for individual evaluation. Educational Significance: The exercise enriches language arts lessons by fostering curiosity about literature among young learners while reinforcing writing skills as they craft influential book promotions. Tech-Compatibility: The product comes in PDF format ensuring compatibility across different devices - which could be either projected on a screen for activities involving the whole class or used during quiet study sessions on personal computers/tablets. Creativity meets Education! Through Celebrity Book Club: Create a New Novel Cover, creative thought processes are invoked along with applied theoretical knowledge establishing an innovative education-leisure balance!
Author Fairways and Chalkboards
Tags Interactive Learning, Social Media Influencers, Creativity, Novel Studies, Book Covers
6th Grade Math Spiral Review Escape Room Week 2 Day 2
Math, Grade 5, 6, 7, Worksheets, Worksheets & Printables, Teacher Tools, Activities, Escape Room
If you are searching for a quick, no-prep way to keep relevant math skills fresh, Mini Math Escape Room Mission 2 is here! This resource is designed to work as a daily warm-up or spiral review that should only take about ten minutes of class time! Mission 2 is set up just like all of the other assignments, making it easy to use and understand. Each day is structured as a new challenge, rather than a worksheet. Students will solve five problems on the same page, and from each answer, they will use the first digit to construct a 5-digit code. When the answer is correct, they will receive confirmation that their mission has been completed! If the code is incorrect, nothing happens, so students are encouraged to go back and check their answers. This system rewards student perseverance while holding them accountable, and makes the activity self-checking! Skills included in Mission 2 have been thoughtfully chosen for spiral review throughout the year. Students will practice: Greatest common factor Adding fractions with unlike denominators Finding the percent of a number Solving one-step equations Unit conversions These skills are repeated throughout multiple missions so that students remember them for life, instead of just for one lesson! This resource includes: 1 mini digital math escape room (Mission 2) 5 math problems on one interactive page A printable worksheet version for flexibility Answer key and final code for quick checking Use this mini escape room as a daily math warm-up, bell ringer, end-of-day review, or even a sub plan! If you are looking for a manageable and meaningful way to create consistency in your math block while practicing important 6th grade skills - you have found it! Your students will love it and ask for more, and you will love saving prep time.
Author Matemaths
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Tags Matemaths, Guided Notes, Worksheet, Word Problems, Decimals
Scavenger Hunt: 7 Continents Bundle
Social Studies, Geography, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
The Scavenger Hunt: 7 Continents Bundle A comprehensive geographical teaching resource that encapsulates the lands, bodies of water, major and capital cities, national parks and surrounding countries of all seven continents. The ultimate solution for educators aiming at embedding a profound grasp of global geography in their students' minds. An interactive educational tool, housing intriguing details about each continent across more than 800 pages. Ideal for multiple grade levels, catering specifically to grades 6-9,, making it apt for classroom setups as well as homeschooling scenarios. Aims to combine enjoyment with schooling by incorporating an investigative spirit amongst learners through its scavenger hunt approach. Diverse Topics Spanning Across all Continents: Navigate through North America’s expansive national parks or delve into the unique geographical attributes gracing Africa's terrain; investigate the intricate lacework forming Europe's borders or explore Asia’s vibrant populace. Possibilities are Endless: A group task during an immersive classroom session where findings are publicly presented; Focused small group discussions homing in on specific continents; Bespoke individual assignments to be completed at home - perfect for fostering a strong work ethic. All material neatly comes packaged in a simple "PDF". Consequently ensuring ease when sharing & preserving content. Furthermore this bundle aims to assist teachers of diverse specialities – be it Social Studies or Geography, these scavenger hunts will support your lesson planning needs whilst encouraging active student engagement and increasing awareness about our planet's geography! This bundle provides flexibility with diverse teaching strategies whilst encouraging adventurous learning about our global community and highlighting its geography. The Scavenger Hunt: 7 Continents Bundle – an infallible teaching tool destined to make studying Geography a favourable pursuit amongst students!
Author Mr. Matthews Teacher Store
Tags Geography, Continents, Scavenger Hunt, Educational Resource, Global Awareness
Project: Team Sports Research
P.E. & Health, Social Studies, Physical Education, History, History: USA, Research, Grade 6, 7, 8, Activities
Team Sports Research Project Dive into the exciting world of team sports with an engaging research project specifically designed for grade 6 to grade 8 students. This digital educational resource is centered around the subjects of social studies and health/physical education, paying special attention to subtopics like USA history and overall physical wellness. The key content of this product is delivered through Google Slides - a platform that truly makes it a breeze for virtual instruction during periods of remote learning. It offers streamlined instructions and clearly set expectations, helping guide students towards accomplishing their research goals with minimal supervision. In terms of structure, this project involves: Amply research activity A focus on various aspects related to team sports. An investigation into how significant historical events have influenced modern-day sports. This dual focus allows for an all-in-one experience that cultivates both mind and body knowledge. Despite its comprehensive nature, please note that a teaching guide is not included with the purchase. However, educators will find ample support in formulating lesson plans from our detailed student instruction layout provided in Google Slide format. A distinct feature we've included in this unit is: a rubric – a valuable tool teachers can employ to assess student progress or assign grades based on specific performance criteria outlined by it. Finally, keep in mind this project isn't just about following points from A-to-Z; it's about letting creativity thrive within limits! As such, at completion stage pupils will present their findings creatively via presentation means they feel most comfortable with – definitely adding some extra flavor to your online classrooms!
Author Resource Garden
Tags Team Sports, Historical Influences, Fitness Education, Research Project, Student Creativity
Mesopotamia Social Studies Reading Comprehension Passage. Fillable PDF
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Strategies, Resources for Teachers, Social Studies, History: Ancient, History, Geography, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, Writing Prompts, Worksheets & Printables, Centers, Activities, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Quizzes and Tests, Quizzes, Tests
Mesopotamia: Social Studies Reading Comprehension Passage (Fillable PDF) This engaging resource contains a Social Studies reading comprehension passage about Mesopotamia: The First Urban World. The passage is carefully written and designed to bridge the gap between social studies and literacy through strengthening comprehension skills and sparking knowledge curiosity in middle school students. The passage blends English Language Arts skills with accurate social studies content. Ideal for interdisciplinary learning in ELA and Social Studies. Suitable for Grade 9 review, too! This resource is designed as a fillable PDF , which means students can type their answers directly into the document on any computer or tablet . Each page includes highlighted text fields that show them exactly where to type! Student Tasks throughout the passage: 5 multiple-choice questions targeting the following skills: main idea, key details, inference, vocabulary in context, and use of evidence 5 vocabulary matching items with clear, student-friendly definitions 5 text-based questions that require citing specific lines or facts 1 summary prompt that asks students to condense central ideas accurately Full answer key for every section Available Formats for this Resource: PDF Word Docs Google Docs FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOADING LINKS HERE Social Studies Reading Comprehension Collection Links: 1. Ancient Civilizations PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs 2. Early Empires and Trade Networks PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs 3. The Founding of the United States PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs 4. Language, Culture, and Meaning PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs 5. Psychology and Society PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs 6. Global Festivals and Traditions PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs 7. Extreme Environments and People PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs 8. Food, Culture, and Preservation PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs 9. Global Food Customs PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs 10. Media, Communication, and Popular Culture PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs 11. Human Impact on the Environment PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs 12. Civic Action and Social Change PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs 13. Fashion, Society, and Power PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs 14. People, Places, and Unusual Histories PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Product Details: Length: 5 pages Grades: 6–8, also suitable for Grade 9 review Use cases: close reading, stations, homework, intervention, test prep, and sub plans Why Teachers Choose This Passage: Authentic social studies content paired with rigorous literacy practice Consistent task structure for easier planning and smoother student routines Clear, age-appropriate writing that builds confidence without oversimplifying Use this passage to reinforce ELA skills in social studies, to add literacy to your lessons, and to support independent work. The passage strengthens main idea, evidence use, vocabulary in context, inference, cause and effect, and summary writing. With ready-to-use assessments and complete answer keys, you can provide focused practice that is simple to run and fast to review.
Author CORED Education - Middle & High School
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Tags Middle School, Reading Comprehension, Reading Strategies, ELA, Centers, Reading Passage, Assessments, Vocabulary, Social Studies, Ancient Civilization
Pancreas Activity
Science, Life Sciences, Human Body, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, Activities
Activity Overview The human body is full of fascinating wonders to learn. This activity is created to help the students recognize the anatomy and the job of the human body. Pancreas Every part and organ in our human body is vital so let's see how important they are. Have you ever imagined how we look like if we didn't have a skeleton? Did you know that because we have our amazing muscles we can stand! Do you know how many teeth do we have? Have you ever wondered about the food journey inside our body? Can you name all the glands in our body? Why do we have skin? Our nervous system is really good at sending signals. Can you tell us more about it? Are you really good at Mathematics, painting, or any other thing? You should really thank your brain about it! The famous five senses are really doing a great work? Can you explain how every sense works? Pancreas Activity The activity is perfect for encouraging the researching skills for the students, while learning more about our fantastic human body. Pancreas This friendly designed worksheet is suitable for students at school, homeschooling, and as a group activity. Instruction Draw some foods that are good for your pancreas, and some that are bad. Format Available in a PDF format.
Author Educational Voice
Tags Pancreas Activity, Pancreas, Pancreas Facts , Pancreas Facts For Kids, Human Body, Human Body Facts, Human Body Facts For Kids, Science, Science Facts
Fruit Fans Activity
Science, Nature & Plants, Life Sciences, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, Activities
Activity Introduction An amazing activity /craft designed for the students to have fun learning about our daily activities or even to have fun doing some DIY crafts. Fruit Fans Do you like group activities or crafts that you can enjoy with your friends and family? Or do you like individua activities and crafts that you can do on your own then show the world how creative you are? Have you ever tried to do a do it yourself craft? If yes tell us more about it, like has any one helped you, what was it about, what materials dd you use to create it and how much time did you suspend creating it? Do you like colouring? What is your favourite colour? Fruit Fans Activity The activity is perfect for encouraging the creativity skills for the students, while having fun with our cool activities and crafts. Fruit Fans This friendly designed worksheet is suitable for students at school, homeschooling, and as a group activity . Instructions Cut the shapes out or draw your own fruit on the empty one. Make a fan shape out of 5 sticks and secure them with glue. Glue the sticks to the back of the paper, and fold along the dotted lines. Format Available in a PDF format.
Author Educational Voice
Tags Fruit Fans Activity, Fruit Fans, Fruits, Fruit, Fruit Activity, Fruits Facts, Fruits Facts For Kids, Plant, Plants, Plants Facts
Visiting A Castle Activity
Social Studies, History, History: Ancient, History: Europe, History: World, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, Activities
Activity Introduction An amazing activity designed for the students to learn more about history. Visiting A Castle Do you like history? Which topic do you really enjoy about history? Have you ever read an interesting facts about the Vikings? If yes, can you mention them? What do you like most about the Victorian era? Can you name all the Tudors? Have you ever wondered how people used to live in ancient Japan and ancient China? Do you know any interesting facts about ancient Egyptians and the Pharaohs? Have you ever visited South America? What do you know about Incas and Aztecs? Celtic culture was really one of a kind, can you name any of the places that Celts used to live in? Imagine yourself living during the ancient Roman empire, how your life will look like? Ancient Greece was an amazing place to live in. What do you know about ancient Greek life? Visiting A Castle Activity The activity is perfect for encouraging the researching skills for the students, while learning more about history. Visiting A Castle This friendly designed worksheet is suitable for students at school, homeschooling, and as a group activity. Instructions Do you have any castles in your city? Go visit one and fill out the information below. Format Available in a PDF format.
Author Educational Voice
Tags Visiting A Castle Activity, Visiting A Castle, Castle, Castles, Castles Facts, Castles Facts For Kids, History, History Facts, History Facts For Kids, Geography
Gregor Mendel - The Father of Genetics - A Famous Scientist Reading
Science, Basic Science, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, Activities
Gregor Mendel - The Father of Genetics - A Famous Scientist Reading - Disciplinary Literacy. This reading is a comprehensive look at the life, the troubles, and the triumphs of Mendel. It also includes a set of Reading Comprehension and Extension questions along with the answer key. This no-prep resource is suitable for high school students as well as strong middle-school students. Tackle literacy and science by having your students read and answer questions from a scientific article. Questions include knowledge (direct from the paper), thinking, connecting and open-ended varieties. In the extension question section, I've also incorporated a video via a link as well as a QR code from which multiple questions are derived. The incorporation of these questions is optional (the resource is fully editable) but it does provide an excellent opportunity for students to utilize their devices. This resource covers the following topics: - Overview - His Life - Struggles - What He Accomplished - Law of Segregation & the Law of Independent Assortment --> Mendel's Laws of Inheritance - Controversy Google Classroom and Distance Learning Ready This resource is perfect for in-class or distance learning and integrates seamlessly with Google Classroom. Automatically creates a copy of the reading and puts it directly into your Google Drive with a single click. Purchase --> Open --> Click --> Assign to your students The reading also includes a Microsoft Word and PDF version. Having all three options allow you to assign the reading to your students without worrying about formatting issues as all the work has already been done for you. It also allows you, as well as your students, to access everything no matter where you are or what kind of equipment is being used. The Problem You Face - Not having the time to properly teach scientific literacy (disciplinary literacy) or improve your students reading comprehension and analysis skills. The Solution This fully editable, NO PREP reading comprehension article is composed of relevant, applicable and engaging reading activities which can be used to: • introduce your topic • improve your students reading comprehension and scientific literacy skills • improve your students' analysis skills • provide an extension activity to students who move at a faster pace • provide extra credit to students in need • measure your students' literacy skills --------------------------------------------------- This resource will take your students between 50-75 minutes to complete and includes some open-ended questions. An answer key is also included for your reference. ----------------------------------------------- Furthermore, this resource works very well as an emergency substitute plan as it will keep your students on task and focused while you are away. This resource is suitable for high school students as well as strong middle-school students. Tackle literacy and science by having your students read and answer questions from a scientific article. Questions include knowledge (direct from the paper), thinking, connecting, and open-ended varieties. It comes in both Word and PDF formats. No Prep, no formatting, no issues. Simply download, print (or upload to your class site) and you're all set. You might also be interested in the following Famous Scientists: • Albert Einstein • Niels Bohr • Sir Isaac Newton • Neil deGrasse Tyson • Rosalind Franklin • Gregor Mendel • Nikola Tesla • Marie Curie • Stephen Hawking • Carl Sagan • Leonardo da Vinci • Galileo Galilei • Amedeo Avogadro • Robert Hooke • Thomas Edison • Edwin Hubble ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Each summary is rich with age-appropriate content (grades 8 and up) and is 5-6 pages long (13-font). Following each is a list of 8-13 questions along with the answer key, which will help guide your students understanding. How this product will help your students: - Improve their scientific and disciplinary literacy skills - Improve their reading comprehension and scientific knowledge - Give them insights into important scientific concepts - Provide an extension activity for your faster moving/more gifted students How this product will help you: - Allow you to meet the NGSS, TEKS and Common Core Standards - Provide you with a concise introduction to your topic - Provide you with an engaging and easy to leave substitute plan which will keep your students engaged and on task - Prove you a means of measuring your students' literacy skills We don't spend enough time teaching scientific literacy to our students. This is either because we don't have the resources to do so effectively or we don't have the time. However, teaching our students to become scientifically literate is vital if we want them to succeed in life. We need them to know about the world they live in and about the issues they face. Even issues as simple as the common cold are misunderstood and can lead to the misuse of antibacterial drugs eventually rendering them ineffective. It can be used as a tool in your teaching arsenal on a regular basis, an extension activity for your faster learners, left for a substitute in an emergency or planned absence or as an extra bit of information for a topic.
Author Teach With Fergy
Tags Gregor Mendel, Genetics
Instagram Color Theory Art Project
Creative Arts, Art, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, Activities, Projects
This is an Instagram Color Theory Art Project . For this project students will pick a color scheme that is reviewed in class to create an instagram feed reflecting their chosen color scheme. Pictures for the project will be cut out from magazines provided in class. Color schemes to explore will include analogous, monochromatic, warm, cool, complimentary, secondary, primary, triadic.
Author Designs By Um
Tags Art Project, Color Theory, Back To School, Instagram
Matter and the Particle Theory Science BINGO Activity
Science, Chemistry, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, Activities
Your students will love this engaging science review activity. Everyone loves BINGO and it makes for a great review activity that is fun and competitive. This interactive game reinforces key scientific concepts and theories, ensuring curriculum relevance and accuracy. The game package includes 36 unique 4x4 bingo cards featuring essential terms and concepts from Matter and the Particle Theory, a set of call-out cards with clear and concise definitions tailored to the students' level, and detailed gameplay instructions. The included terms encompass a wide range of topics, such as; Solid, Liquid, Gas, Melting, Freezing, Evaporation, Boiling, Volume, Density, Particle Arrangement, Temperature, Atom, Molecule, Phase Change, Kinetic Energy, Heat Transfer. To play, simply distribute the bingo cards to your students along with markers or chips. Read out the definitions from the call-out cards in a random order, and have students place a marker on the corresponding term on their card. The first student to complete a row or column exclaims "Bingo!" and emerges victorious. Following the game, engage in a discussion of the terms to reinforce understanding and clarify any misconceptions. The beauty of this game is that it allows for multiple rounds of learning and review. Teachers will appreciate the game's ability to encourage active participation and engagement in the classroom setting, catering to various student learning styles and promoting differentiated learning. By matching definitions to terms on their bingo cards, students actively engage with the material, enhancing their retention and comprehension of complex scientific theories. Here is a sample from the instructions. BINGO – Instructions, Terms, and Descriptions Cut out and distribute the BINGO cards to your students. Each student will get a unique card. Students can use markers or chips to cover squares that have been called. Print out and cut out each term/description below – these are the call-out cards. Fold each call-out card and place in a hat or box and remove one at a time. After you’ve read the call-out card description, your students are to place a marker on the term associated with the description located on their card. The first student to get 4 in a row horizontally or vertically, wins. Ensure accuracy by checking marked terms on student card to the called-out descriptions.
Author Teach With Fergy
Tags Science Bingo, Bingo Activity, Matter, Particle Theory, Density, States Of Matter, Phases Of Matter
Middle East Song and Map Version
Creative Arts, Art, Social Studies, Music, Geography, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, Songs, Activities
Middle East Song and Map Version: A Teaching Resource This interactive teaching resource is specifically crafted to suit both visual and auditory learners in middle school and high school. The central feature of this tool is an MP4 video that enlivens geography lessons with a song about the Middle East region. It is based on the idea that students grasp information more effectively when combined with music. What's Included? Engaging one-minute MP4 Video Map Worksheets and Crossword Puzzle An Answer Key The inclusion of map worksheets and a crossword puzzle enables reinforcement of knowledge regarding Middle Eastern geography. The activity sheets align excellently with the video, enhancing students' capacity to correlate key concepts from their self-study to what was taught through multimedia content. A convenient answer key comes bundled in this package for quick follow-ups on student progress or for aiding teachers during group discussions/activities. Possible Applications This resource can be used flexibly in many different classroom settings, either traditional or virtual: Introduction of new topics, Reinforcement during review sessions, Holding group activities or enabling small breakout discussions. To Summarize: This distinct product bridges Art & Music with Social Studies, offering great value to Grades 6-9 educators who wish to infuse their Geography lectures with music. Integrate this exciting "Middle East Song Map Version" into your teaching toolkit today.
Author Audio Memory
Tags Middle East, Geography, Song, Interactive Learning, Visual Learners
The Roman Empire Webquest
Social Studies, History, History: Ancient, Grade 6, 7, 8, Activities, Projects
Seeking an engaging method to teach your 6-8 graders about ancient history? The Roman Empire: Web Quest might be your solution. This resource is designed to immerse students in the grandeur of Rome. Far from the traditional lecture-based approach, this hands-on, Project-Based Learning (PBL) activity encourages collaborative group work, making the learning process enticing, challenging, and enjoyable. Instead of the standard reading and answering routine, which can often disengage students, The Roman Empire: Web Quest allows students to actively travel back to Ancient Rome. Here, they delve into investigations about life during that era. Collaborative groups select one of seven focus areas, conducting research, taking notes, and later sharing their findings with the class. A unique component involves students writing diary entries, imagining a day in the life of a Roman. This assignment not only adds depth to their understanding but can also double up as both a Social Studies and English grade for those teaching both subjects. The program is exhaustive, featuring a mini-history book, graphic organizers, pre-writing pages, and a grading rubric. It's a well-acknowledged fact that students often forget lessons post-examination. However, I am confident that this hands-on approach will leave an indelible mark, creating memories that linger even after they move on from your classroom. Experts in the field frequently advocate for project-based learning. They believe that PBL not only enhances learning competencies required for academic and life successes but also combats the prevailing sentiment among students that education can be monotonous. PBL ensures students are active and engaged learners. With current educational standards, like the Common Core, emphasizing real-world applications of knowledge, PBL stands out as an approach that fosters problem-solving. Furthermore, the collaborative nature of PBL activities aids character development, and it's observed that students tend to understand and retain content more effectively through PBL than traditional teaching methods. ⎈ THIS IS WHAT’S INCLUDED: ⎈ ⎈ Complete Lesson Plans ⎈ Mini Ancient Rome History Booklet with Questions, Answers and Web Links ⎈ Assignment Sheets for Students with or without Costumes/Disguises ⎈ Images with Roman Dress ⎈ Information on Grading ⎈ Grading Rubric for Web Quest ⎈ Grading Rubric for Diary Entry Can Also be Used for ELA Grade if Desired ⎈ Assignment for Diary Entry ⎈ Graphic Organizers ⎈ Pre-Writing Pages ⎈ Handouts with Questions for Each Group ⎈ Pages for Notes ⎈ Handouts with Comprehensive Lists of Web Links ⎈ Diary Covers and Pages ⎈ Common Core Standards I REMEMBERsitting in history class, as a student, and being bored out of my mind. The teacher just lectured and all I could do was look at the clock and wish that I was some place elseANYPLACEelse! Needless to say I learned very little that year. I only began liking ancient history after Ibecamea 6th grade teacher, years later, and vowed that I would make it come alive for my children. I didn't want them to go through what I did. That negative experience gave me the impetus to usePBL learningin most of my teaching and I’m so glad I did. ☺ THIS RESOURCE can be used for☺ ☺Middle School ☺Gifted Classes ☺World History/ELA Classes ⎈THESE ARE RESOURCES that other teachers have purchased⎈. What Is It Like To Be An Archaeologist? Become a Sumerian Brick Builder Hammurabi Code of Law Debate Was King Tut Murdered? Web Quest, Trial, Persuasive Writing Greek Theater Power Point Introduction & PBL Greek Theater Bundle Project Based History Bundle COMMON CORE STANDARDS CCSSWHST.6-8.10CCSSWHST.6-8.7CCSSWHST.6-8.6CCSSWHST.6-8.5 CCSSWHST.6-8.4CCSSWHST.6-8.2fCCSSWHST.6-8.2dCCSSWHST.6-8.2c CCSSWHST.6-8.2bCCSSWHST.6-8.2aCCSSWHST.6-8.2CCSSWHST.6-8.1e CCSSWHST.6-8.1dCCSSWHST.6-8.1cCCSSWHST.6-8.1bCCSSWHST.6-8.1a CCSSWHST.6-8.1 ☼ Lighting the path to knowledge with enticing and exciting activities that they'll remember long after they've left your classroom ◈◈◈◈◈◈◈◈◈◈◈◈◈◈◈◈◈◈◈◈◈◈◈ Copyright©2019 Deann Marin (Socrates Lantern)
Author Socrates Lantern
Tags Roman Empire Webquest, Rome, Collaborative Groups, Assessment, Middle School\, Ancient Roman Webquest, Teacher Web Quest
Anime Portraits
Creative Arts, Art, Fine Arts, Grade 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, Activities, Projects
Anime Portraits: An Educator's Resource Anime Portraits is an engaging resource for teaching students in grades 4 through 9 about the world of Anime. This art teaching toolkit breathes creativity and fun into Art & Music classes, offering a foray into fine arts. PowerPoint Guide & PDF Instructions Included in this product are a PowerPoint guide and detailed PDF instructions. These materials present step-by-step processes for sketching dynamic Anime characters, focusing particularly on facial features. The PowerPoint presentation has 10 educational slides that introduce the fascinating origins and unique attributes that shape Anime style. A comprehensive 13-page PDF provides invaluable advice on creating eerie portraits with helpful diagram examples. Versatile Teaching Implementation Methods This tool can be used in several ways: Bold group lessons:, smaller learning circles or as special homework to enhance out-of-school art practice. It is not only practical for conventional classrooms but also caters to homeschoolers yearning to invigorate their curriculum. Pedagogical Success Record and Popularity Among Students Serving effectively among grade five and six learners over ten years, this resource maintains its popularity due to relatability with pop culture – showing how education can indeed be entertaining! 'Anime Portraits': A comprehensive yet enjoyable educational aid dedicated right at young aspiring artists who love Manga drawings. Informative yet highly engaging!
Author The Art Ninja
Tags Anime, Art, Manga, Drawing Technique, Visual Arts
Lie Detector Activity
Science, Technology, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, Activities
Activity Introduction An amazing activity designed for the students to learn more about STEM subjects. Lie Detector Do you like STEM subjects? what is your favorite one? Have you ever tried to plant a seed? If yes, tell us more about it. Or have you ever tried to invent something? If yes, tell us more about it. And how do you think it will help us? Have you ever seen a microorganism under a microscope? What was it? And how it looked like? Mathematics is a marvelous subject. Let' sharpen our brains and solve some equations. Do you like timetable tricks? What is your favorite one? Do you know how to code? Have you ever created an app or a game before? If yes, how was it like? Lie Detector Activity The activity is perfect for encouraging the researching skills for the students, while learning more about this topic. Lie Detector This friendly designed worksheet is suitable for students at school, homeschooling, and as a group activity. Instructions Draw picture of someone who is lying. What are the signs to detect that? Label them. Format Available in a PDF format.
Author Educational Voice
Tags Lie Detector Activity, Lie Detector, Lie Detector Facts, Lie Detector Facts For Kids, STEM, STEM Facts, STEM Facts For Kids, Science, Science Facts, Science Facts For Kids
Ancient Egyptian Jewelry Activity
History, Social Studies, History: Ancient, History: African, History: World, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, Activities
Activity Introduction An amazing activity designed for the students to learn more about history. Ancient Egyptian Jewelry Do you like history? Which topic do you really enjoy about history? Have you ever read an interesting fact about the Vikings? If yes, can you mention them? What do you like most about the Victorian era? Can you name all the Tudors? Have you ever wondered how people used to live in ancient Japan and ancient China? Do you know any interesting facts about ancient Egyptians and the Pharaohs? Have you ever visited South America? What do you know about Incas and Aztecs? Celtic culture was really one of a kind, can you name any of the places that Celts used to live in? Imagine yourself living during the ancient Roman empire, how your life will look like? Ancient Greece was an amazing place to live in. What do you know about ancient Greek life? Ancient Egyptian Jewelry Activity The activity is perfect for encouraging the researching skills for the students, while learning more about history. Ancient Egyptian Jewelry This friendly designed worksheet is suitable for students at school, homeschooling, and as a group activity. Instructions Can you draw each of the following jewelry pieces? Format Available in a PDF format.
Author Educational Voice
Tags Ancient Egyptian Jewelry Activity, Ancient Egyptian Jewelry, Egyptian Jewelry Activity, Jewelry Activity, Ancient Egypt Activity, Egyptian Jewelry, Ancient Egypt, Ancient Egypt Facts, Ancient Egypt Facts For Kids
Science Natural Selection Case Study: The Battle Against Bollworms
Science, Life Sciences, Biology, Grade 6, 7, Activities
This is a Science Natural Selection Case Study. Students will read the case study called "The Battle Against Bollworms" and then complete the activities . The case study will allow them to re-cap, use data to fill a graph, and answer conclusion questions. Answer key included.
Author Sarah Miller Tech
Tags Natural Selection, Case Study, Science Activities, Data, Cross-curricular
Capitalization and Punctuation Sample Lesson Grade 5-6 (Docs)
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Grammar, Common Core, Resources for Teachers, Grade 5, 6, 7, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Quizzes and Tests, Teacher Tools, Tests, Assessments, Centers, Activities
Capitalization and Punctuation Sample Lesson ELA MCQS Overview: In this series of lessons, students will embark on an engaging journey to master the language arts skills that make communication effective and expressive. These lessons are designed to help students recognize, understand, and apply key grammar, vocabulary, and writing conventions in both their writing and speech. Each lesson builds upon the previous one, providing a structured blend of direct instruction, interactive group activities, and independent practice. With engaging tasks and thought-provoking questions, students will explore sentence structure, word choice, punctuation, and grammar rules to strengthen their understanding of English language conventions. Accompanied by free supplementary materials covering all topics, this series ensures a well-rounded and enjoyable learning experience. Through practice and exploration, students will develop the skills needed to analyze language, construct clear sentences, and express themselves with confidence. Capitalization and Punctuation Overview: Includes: Using Commas Using Quotations Using Possessive Nouns Using Dates Open/Close an Email Docs Version This is the Docs editable and fillable version. This download is available in GOOGLE Docs, GOOGLE Forms, GOOGLE Slides. PDF, PPT, WORD, check the links below for more details. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE Grade 5/6 Links: Capitalization & Punctuation Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Adjectives Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Nouns Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Pronouns Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Verbs Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Prefixes & Suffixes Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Sentence Structure Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Subject Verb Agreement Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Tenses Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Context Clues Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Defining Words Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Fill in the Blanks Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Homophones Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Synonyms Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack ELA Review Questions Overview Questions have three answer choices. There are a handful of pictures on each test for aesthetic purposes, as well as a review sheet covering most of the topics covered in the product. Introduction or Example Sheet Each topic will include an introduction or example sheet to go through first with your students. Full Answer Keys Full answer keys and sample responses are provided so no matter how busy you are, you know you're covered! In the Supplementary Pack Interactive Ice Breakers: Engaging warm-up activities that introduce students to key ELA concepts, such as quick capitalization corrections and punctuation challenges. Guided Practice: Structured teacher-led exercises that reinforce grammar and punctuation rules, helping students identify and apply them correctly in sentences. Group and Partner Tasks: Collaborative activities where students work together to edit sentences, correct capitalization, and improve punctuation through peer discussion and teamwork. Independent Worksheets: Carefully designed worksheets that provide focused practice, allowing students to apply learned concepts and refine their skills independently. Exit Tasks: Quick assessments at the end of each lesson, prompting students to reflect on what they’ve learned and apply their knowledge in writing and editing tasks. For More Like This For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
Author Cored Education
Tags Elementary, Answers, Ccss, Common Core, Grammar, Tests, Test Prep, Grade 5, Grade 6, Digital Centers
Ecological Succession – Lab Station Activity
Science, Life Sciences, Biology, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, Labs, Experiments, Activities
This fully editable Lab Station on Ecological Succession is meant to get your students out of their seats and engaged in the content. Each station not only offers a unique opportunity to test your students' knowledge (offer an opinion, answer questions based on a video or reading, draw, etc.), but also provides a fantastic learning opportunity where your kids are learning through assessment. Each station comes with a description card while some also contain more detailed instructions, a reading, questions to answer, etc. Students are equipped with a recording sheet (passport) to write their answers. There is almost no prep for you. Simply print the cards, lay them out around the room and you're all set. An answer key is also provided where applicable. This lab activity covers: - Primary Succession - Secondary Succession - The Role of Forest Fires in an Ecosystem - Pond Succession ---------------------------------------------- Bonus Activities: To ensure your students don’t have any downtime between stations, your lab also includes a 10-word word scramble and word search, both with an answer key. You can use them as part of their mark, as a bonus so it’s not mandatory, etc. However you choose to use it, it will ensure that your students are always busy and never idle. Note: For stronger classes, I give the word scramble and for weaker ones, the word search. ---------------------------------------------- How do the Lab Stations work? Each station is specially designed to be a unique complement to the material while at the same time, provide a valuable learning experience. Below is an overview of how each station works. In your activity , each will be tailored to the specific content. Station 1: Get Hands-On – using their creative skills, students are required to draw or build. Station 2: Research – using a classroom computer or their own device, students must research a specific question/issue surrounding the topic. Station 3: Explain yourself – students write down an opinion to a question in paragraph form. Station 4: Rest Station - students can use this time to catch up on work they didn't have time to complete at a previous station or prepare themselves for an upcoming one. Station 5 - Applicability reading – students read a short passage from an article, website, etc. which directly connects the classroom content to a real life application. Station 6: Test your knowledge – students answer 5 multiple choice questions then provide a written explanation for how/why they came to their conclusions. Station 7: Learn from the expert – using a classroom computer or their own device, students must watch a short video clip and answer the associated questions. They may stop, rewind and restart as often as they like during the time frame. Station 8 - Rest Station. Station 9: Become the question master – Students must create 2 multiple-choice questions, 2 true/false questions and 1 short answer question. Students must also supply the answers. ------------------------------- You might also be interested in my other lab station activities Ecology and the Environment: • Ecosystems • The Classification of Living Things • Biodiversity and Invasive Species • The Carbon and Water Cycle • Climate Change • Photosynthesis • Cellular Respiration and Photosynthesis • Ecological Succession • Plant Sexual and Asexual Reproduction • Earth's Seasons • Interactions Within Ecosystems Biology: • Cell and the Cell Theory • The Human Digestive System • The Circulatory System • The Human Respiratory System • Mitosis and the Cell Cycle • Cellular Respiration and Photosynthesis • Photosynthesis • Cancer: Cell Division Gone Wrong - Volume I • Cancer: Cell Division Gone Wrong - Volume II • Cell Membrane and Transport • Hearing and the Human Ear • The Human Eye • Genetic Material: DNA and RNA • The Nervous System • Energy Flow In Ecosystems Physics: • Newton's Three Laws of Motion • Kinetic and Gravitational Potential Energy • Current Electricity and Circuit Diagrams • Static Electricity • Light Optics and the Production of Light • Sound, Sound Energy and Speed • One and Two-Dimensional Motion • Uniform Acceleration • How Planes Fly • Refraction • Friction • Energy and Its Forms • Density and Buoyancy Space Science: • The Life and Death of Stars • The Moon and its Phases • Life In Space • Our Solar System • Solar and Lunar Eclipse • Earth's Seasons • Asteroids, Comets and Meteors Chemistry: • Atomic Model, Notation and Atoms • Chemical Reactions and Balancing Equations • Molecular and Ionic Compounds • Physical and Chemical Properties & Changes • Acids, Bases, and Neutralization Reactions • The Periodic Table • Single and Double Displacement Reactions • Balancing Chemical Equations • Synthesis, Decomposition and Combustion Reactions • Atomic Theory, Atomic Structure and Isotopes • Types of Bonds and Intermolecular Forces • The Mole/Avogadro's Number • Density and Buoyancy These station cards are meant to be used as a lab activity but can also be utilized in a review task before a test or a quiz. Used either way, your students will love it! I know mine do and I'm telling you from first-hand experience as I've used this activity in my own class. Thank you for your interest in my products. If you have any questions, please send me an email - devon@teachwithfergy.com
Author Teach With Fergy
Tags Forest, Fire, Ecosystem, Soil, Ecology, Ecological Succession Lesson Plan