Microraptor Vs Birds Activity
Write down similarities between birds and Microraptor, using the hint that both have feathers.
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Write down similarities between birds and Microraptor, using the hint that both have feathers.
Magnetize a sewing needle by stroking it with a magnet, push the needle through a cut piece of cork, float the cork-and-needle assembly in a bowl of water, and observe it align to point north.
Scientific Method - Lab Station Activity This lab station activity allows students to apply their understanding of the scientific method by moving around the classroom and working with peers. Stations focus on creating hypotheses and procedures, identifying variables, analyzing data and drawing conclusions, and formulating testable…
Read a multi-paragraph informational passage about Istanbul, Turkey (history, landmarks, food, culture) (including quoted commentary from named experts/fans), answer short-answer and true-or-false comprehension questions citing the text, write synonyms for target vocabulary words, then complete one or more longer English writing prompts…
The Lottery by Shirley Jackson - Simulation & Writing Activity
A 4-activity resource covering Manifest Destiny and Westward Expansion, including a kick-off analysis activity, a painting analysis, a map-labeling task, and an extension reading.
A hands-on activity where students build a simple clinometer and use it to measure real angles of elevation and depression of objects around the school.
Students cut out food item pictures and arrange/glue them into the correct food pyramid category (Fats/Oils/Sweets, Dairy, Protein, Fruits, Vegetables, Carbohydrates).
Read a multi-paragraph informational passage about mascots (origins and use in sports, schools, events, and branding) (including quoted commentary from named experts/fans), answer short-answer and true-or-false comprehension questions citing the text, write synonyms for target vocabulary words, then complete one or more longer English…
Grab this engaging back-to-school Speed Dating/Speed Meeting icebreaker activity! This activity encourages fast-paced conversations where students discuss fun get-to-know-you questions using 30 printable 3-D foldable tent cards. Start the school year by having students make meaningful connections, and relationships.…
Rotate in groups through a 9-station lab (7 active + 2 rest stations): draw and label respiratory structures, research how smoking affects breathing, write an opinion paragraph, read an article on air pollution and health and answer questions, watch an expert video and answer questions, answer multiple-choice…
A short creative-writing activity connected to mythology, using the phoenix as a prompt for descriptive and poetic writing.
Cut out illustrations from page 2, glue each onto the matching category (religion, mythology, culture), and write what each illustration represents.
ESL/ELA reading comprehension and writing-skills practice built around a nonfiction feature article on Kyiv, Ukraine (world cities), for older English-language learners.
A single-page creative writing activity where students design and describe a dress and an associated character using creative vocabulary.
Read multiple primary/secondary source documents, answer comprehension-check questions for each document on an answer sheet, discuss findings with a partner, complete a primary-source graphic organizer, discuss as a class, and complete an exit-card/assessment activity for homework.
Activity Introduction a activity designed for the students to learn more about famous places in different countries. The Herbivore and Carnivore Dinosaurs Do you like animals? what is your favorite one? Do you own a pet? If yes, tell us more about it, like what its name? And what do you like most about it?…
Draw a Baryonyx in a forest setting and write 3 interesting facts about it.
Students read a multi-paragraph nonfiction-style passage about Venice - Italy; answer short-response comprehension questions; complete vocabulary items (synonyms and/or word-meaning-in-context); write 2 extended essay response(s) on prompts related to the topic.
Students cut out disease name cards (e.g. Hepatitis, E.Coli, Plague, Measles, Salmonella, Ebola, Chickenpox, Tetanus, Influenza, Coronavirus, Cholera, Strep Throat) and glue each into the correct 'Virus' or 'Bacteria' circle.
ESL/ELA reading comprehension and writing-skills practice built around a nonfiction feature article on Manila, Philippines (world cities), for older English-language learners.
Give ESL/EFL students reading-comprehension, vocabulary, and opinion/comparison-writing practice using a nonfiction passage on the film Shrek and its origins.
Give ESL/EFL students reading-comprehension, vocabulary, and opinion/comparison-writing practice using a nonfiction biographical passage on fashion designer Ralph Lauren and his brand.
Students read the passage and fill in blank-line answers to comprehension questions, including at least one true/false item they must justify from the text, then write one or more extended essay or diary-entry responses to open-ended writing prompts.