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Keep your middle school students engaged with activities that address their unique interests and developmental needs. These resources offer collaborative projects, critical thinking challenges, and creative expression opportunities. Use them to create a dynamic and inclusive classroom atmosphere.
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TinkerCAD step-by-step instructions for Among Us Character
, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Projects
TinkerCAD step-by-step instructions for Among Us Character. Students only need to know the bare basics to complete this. Designed to print with no supports for easy printing.
Author MontyWorks
Tags Tinkercad, 3d Printing, Cad, 3d Models, Projects, Among Us Chinese Character
Gratitude Jar Activity
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Life Skills, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities
Activity Introduction An amazing activity designed for the students to have fun learning about our daily activities or even to have fun learning more about our mental health. Gratitude Jar Our mental health is a crucial aspect nowadays for everyone. Do you know how to keep our mind and soul healthy? Have you ever practice gratitude? If yes, tell us what are you thankful for? Have you ever practiced meditation? If yes, can you share with us the steps you have done? Do you like group activities or crafts that you can enjoy with your friends and family? Which one makes you feel better? Yoga is really good for our mental health, have you tried it before? Gratitude Jar Activity The activity is perfect for encouraging us to have a better way of life and thinking for the students, while having fun with our cool activities and crafts that let students learn more about our mental health. Gratitude Jar This friendly designed worksheet is suitable for students at school, homeschooling, and as a group activity . Instructions Cut the hearts out, write things you're grateful for on them, colour them, then glue them on the jar. Format Available in a PDF format.
Author Educational Voice
Tags Gratitude Jar Activity, Gratitude Jar, Gratitude, Gratitude Facts, Gratitude Facts For Kids, Practicing Gratitude , Practicing Gratitude For Kids, Practicing Gratitude Activity
Scavanger Hunt: Heritage Minutes - Canadian History
Social Studies, History, History: Canada, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, Activities
The Scavenger Hunt: Heritage Minutes - Canadian History: This exciting and dynamic teaching resource was designed especially for educators who aim to make their history classes more engaging. The material focuses on the rich and diverse history of Canada, making it the perfect starting point for any Canadian history course. Main Activity : Students are asked to watch 25 carefully selected 'Heritage minutes' from the Historica Canada website. Each video explores unique themes such as Indigenous History, Conflict and Cooperation, Human Rights, amongst others. A content question linked directly to these themes is provided after each clip. Main Themes Covered: Viking settlement in Canada Influential figures such as Tom Longboat Treaties throughout Canadian history Influencers like Chanie Wenjack, Elsie MacGill or James Naismith A Deeper Understanding: Beyond just answering questions, this activity includes a stage where students are encouraged to critically argue about their favorite heritage minute clip used in the lesson. It also discusses topics left out and why resources like these are important to recognize – sparking conversations on recognizing societal influences! Answer Key: For teachers looking for ways to combine accurate grading with minimized preparation time while still maximizing student engagement during lessons – an answer key is included! A Versatile Teaching Resource. Although ideal for grades 8 through 11 focusing on Social Studies’ sub-subjects of Canadian History – it’s versatile enough for whole group discussions, small group activities or intriguing homework assignments. Customization Friendly:< This Word Document has been designed for easy customization to fit each class's varying needs. Show your students that history can be interactive, vibrant and most of all - fun!
Author High School Economics and History
Tags Scavenger Hunt, Heritage Minutes, Canadian History, Engaging Teaching Resource, Interactive
Circuit Components Activity
Science, Basic Science, Physics, Grade 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities
Activity Introduction An amazing activity designed for the students to learn more about STEM subjects. Circuit Components 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? Circuit Components Activity The activity is perfect for encouraging the researching skills for the students, while learning more about this topic. Circuit Components This friendly designed worksheet is suitable for students at school, homeschooling, and as a group activity. Instructions Cut everything out then match each picture with its symbol and its name. Format Available in a PDF format.
Author Educational Voice
Tags Circuit Components Activity, Circuit, Circuit Components, Circuit Components Facts, Circuit Components Facts For Kids, Electricity, Electricity Facts, Electricity Facts For Kids, STEM
Context Clues Practice Questions - Vocabulary Grade 5-6 (Slides)
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Common Core, Resources for Teachers, Vocabulary, Grade 5, 6, 7, Quizzes and Tests, Teacher Tools, Tests, Assessments, Activities
Context Clues Grammar Practice MCQS 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. Context Clues Overview: Definitions/Restatements Synonyms Antonyms Examples/Explanations Slides Version This is the Slides editable and interactive version. There is a fillable answer sheet at the end. 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, Tests, Test Prep, Assessment, Grade 5, Grade 6, Vocabulary
Matterhorn Activity
Social Studies, Geography, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Activities
Activity Introduction An amazing activity designed for the students to learn more about famous places in different countries. The Matterhorn What do you know about this place? Do you know in which part of the world it is? Have you ever visited this place? If yes, can you tell us more about your adventure, and what do you like the most about this place? Do you like reading about Geography? What is your favorite country in the whole world? If you are going on a trip where it will be? Which country? What you are going to see there? Does this country has a famous place to visit? Matterhorn Activity The activity is perfect for encouraging the researching skills for the students, while learning more about this fantastic place. Matterhorn This friendly designed worksheet is suitable for students at school, homeschooling, and as a group activity. Instructions Matterhorn fact file Can you tell us what is Matterhorn: Location Climate Height Highest peak Format Available in a PDF format.
Author Educational Voice
Tags Matterhorn Activity, Matterhorn, Matterhorn Facts, Matterhorn Facts For Kids, Geography, Geography Facts, Geography Facts For Kids
Biomes – Lab Station Activity
Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Environmental Science, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, Labs, Experiments, Activities
Biomes Lab Station Activity Bring the diverse biomes of planet Earth into your middle or high school science classroom with this engaging lab station activity . Students will rotate through 9 stations to get hands-on experience with concepts like major biome types, adaptation, and more. Activities range from creative drawing prompts to knowledge checks and inquiry-based reading. An included recording sheet allows students to document their learning journey. This ready-to-implement resource covers terrestrial biomes like grasslands, forests, deserts and tundra as well as aquatic environments. Word scramble, word search and answer keys provide built-in differentiation. Modify the content or instructions as needed with the fully editable teacher version. Turn key lab stations make biome exploration interactive, memorable and fun.
Author Teach With Fergy
Tags Biomes, Freshwater, Marines, Environment, Science
American Symbols Activity – U.S. History Lesson
Social Studies, History, History: USA, Geography, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, Activities
Activity Introduction An amazing activity designed for the students to learn more about history. American Symbols 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? American Symbols Activity The activity is perfect for encouraging the researching skills for the students, while learning more about history. American Symbols This friendly designed worksheet is suitable for students at school, homeschooling, and as a group activity. Instructions Cut along the dotted lines, fill out the information about each symbol on page 2, then glue page 1 on top of page 2 and open gently. Format Available in a PDF format.
Author Educational Voice
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Tags American Symbols, American Symbols Activity, American Symbols Facts For Kids, American Symbols Facts, American History, American History For Kids, American History Facts For Kids
Conducting Electricity Sorting Activity
Science, Inventors, Technology, Engineering, Grade 5, 6, 7, Activities, Experiments, Worksheets & Printables, Flashcards, Teacher Tools, Assessments
Conducting Electricity Sorting Activity Unravel the magic of electricity with the Conducting Electricity Sorting Activity . True to its name, it's an interactive educational tool designed to enhance students' understanding and intrigue in electrical conductance. Ideal for 5th to 7th grade science lessons, especially those centered around technology and engineering, this activity seamlessly fits into diverse curriculums. The main aim of this enlightening resource is helping students answer important questions such as: 'What is a conductor? 'What is an insulator? To achieve this, learners will explore 19 illustrated flashcards. Each represents different materials acting as prompts that encourage essential critical thinking. Students must then decide whether each item is a conductor or insulator of electricity. Benefits Galore! The massive benefits stemming from using the Conducting Electricity Sorting Activity include triggering scientific inquiry processes and promoting problem-solving skills — all while fostering teamwork wherever possible. Fitting perfectly for group works in class or individual activities at home, these sorting exercises offer flexible implementation options suited for various teaching styles — from group discussions to self-paced independent research projects. Even formative assessments are easy! A Colorful Learning Arena Cast in PDF Maintaining student interest has never been easier! The visually appealing combination of bright colors with clear instructions not only aids comprehension but also sustains attention levels. This package includes: Definition posters about conductors and insulators, Vibrant flashcards illustrating various materials, Dedicated sorting mats for item segregation according to electrical properties, A convenient answer key for quick self-assessments. Coming in a downloadable PDF format, this ready-to-roll Conducting Electricity Sorting Activity indeed gives you just what you need — Fun-enriched knowledge to stoke scientific curiosity! It's time not just to have your classrooms powered by electricity but also understand how it conducts!
Author Soumara Siddiqui
Tags Electricity, Conductors, Insulators, Sorting Activity
Order of Operations Escape Room | A Heart in Paris
Math, Order Of Operations, Grade 5, 6, 7, Escape Room, Activities
Looking for a no-prep, interactive Valentine's Day activity to help your fifth graders with order of operations involving parentheses and no exponents? Then the Order of Operations Escape Room | A Heart in Paris is the perfect choice!. This resource involves students exploring five different locations in Paris. Each location is full of activities and hidden messages for students to be engaged. After completing all the activities, they can enter their responses to questions on a Google Form to find the lost heart! With minimal prep required - just duplicate the student answer sheet, provide the link, and they are ready to go have fun - this is a great way for them to practice order of operations with parentheses and no exponents in an engaging way because all of the activities involve for them to practice these skills. No Google Classroom or Microsoft Teams logins are necessary. You can use this activity for: ★ additional materials for remediation ★ a reward or “Fun Friday” ★ everyday practice Topics Order of operations, with parentheses and no exponents Solutions are not needed since the activity is self-checking, students will know right away whether they have the right answer or not to move along. You can find similar activities in my store!
Author Matemaths
Tags Matemaths, Va, Entine's Day, Order Of Operations, Escape Room
Proportional Relationships 6 Activity Bundle
, Grade 7, 8, Activities
Introducing the Proportional Relationships 6 Activity Bundle The Proportional Relationships 6 Activity Bundle is an outstanding resource, designed to enrich the teaching and learning experience in Grade 7 and Grade 8 Mathematics. This bundle is comprised of six high-quality, sheltered resources that aim to amplify understanding of both the academic terminology involved and the mathematical content itself. Ideal for teachers seeking innovative ways to deliver challenging concepts. A path for students to learn proportional relationships This carefully constructed bundle provides a path for students to grasp and apply principles of proportional relationships. The included activities allow students to engage with each task interactively, fostering a deep understanding of mathematical correlations. The PDF-based format makes it accessible across various platforms. Ideal for whole-group instruction or small team collaborative tasks. Promotes discussion amongst learners enhancing knowledge gleanance through social interaction! User-Friendly & Thoughtfully-Created Activities User-friendly too! Teachers download one zip file which contains all six activity PDFs ready for distribution. Each activity within this bundle has been carefully curated by experienced educators ensuring effective teaching resources! Making Math Easy for All Learners The language simplicity offers not only clarity but aids learning comprehension across different linguistic scopes making it suitable even for learners whose primary language isn't English. In summary, the Proportional Relationships 6 Activity Bundle stands out due its blend of educational depth synchronized with simplicity in delivery methodologies—a rare peerless combo that enhances engagement into complex topics like proportional relationships better than ever before.
Author Sheltered Language Resources
Tags Proportional Relationships, Mathematics, Interactive Activities, Academic Terminology, Teaching Resource
Social Studies SAMPLE Passage: Language, Culture, Meaning (Word)
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Strategies, Resources for Teachers, Social Studies, Geography, Sociology, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, Writing Prompts, Worksheets & Printables, Centers, Activities, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Quizzes and Tests, Quizzes, Tests
This is a ONE PASSAGE SAMPLE. The following is the description of the FULL resource and the downloading links: Social Studies Reading Comprehension Passages: Language, Culture, Meaning (Word) This resource introduces a collection of Social Studies reading comprehension passages about Language, Culture, and Meaning. The passages are 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! What Is Included in this Collection? There are three informational passages (with full answer keys): Living Words: How Languages Change and Disappear The Language of Color in Chinese Culture Do Our Words Shape Our Minds For Each Passage, students will have multiple tasks to complete as follow: 5 multiple-choice questions targeting 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 Available Formats for this Resource Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOADING LINKS HERE For more Social Studies Reading Passages, check the following Links: Ancient Civilizations PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Early Empires and Trade Networks PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs The Founding of the United States PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Language, Culture, and Meaning PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Psychology and Society PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Global Festivals and Traditions PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Extreme Environments and People PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Food, Culture, and Preservation PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Global Food Customs PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Media, Communication, and Popular Culture PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Human Impact on the Environment PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Civic Action and Social Change PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Fashion, Society, and Power PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs People, Places, and Unusual Histories PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Product Details Length: 13 pages total 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 Set Authentic social studies content paired with rigorous literacy practice Consistent task structure across all passages for easier planning and smoother student routines Clear, age-appropriate writing that builds confidence without oversimplifying Use this set to reinforce ELA skills in social studies, to add literacy to your lessons, and to support independent work. The passages strengthen 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 Middle & High School - CORED Education
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Tags Middle School, Reading Comprehension, Reading Strategies, ELA, Centers, Reading Passage, Assessments, Vocabulary, Social Studies
Experimental Probability SCAVENGER HUNT
Math, Statistics, Grade 7, Activities
Experimental Probability Scavenger Hunt An engaging and hands-on math activity for grade 7 students, this resource ensures a comprehensive grasp of key statistical concepts like experimental probabilities and proportional reasoning. This teaching toolkit comprises: An easy-to-follow activity where students interact with ten different experimental probability scenarios. The challenge to solve each problem using proportions and correlate their answers with separate cards in the game , encouraging cummulative learning. One of this activity's unique features is its cyclic design: Learners return to their starting card after working through all the probability situations - providing immediate feedback if completed correctly. Adaptable Activity Design: Suitable for both physical classrooms or distance learning settings via Google Slides. The quality of interaction remains uncompromised irrespective of your preferred teaching medium. Included Answer Key: A boon for busy educators as it exempts them from spending needless time cross-verifying solutions. Safety Terms: All rights reserved. Content sharing across multiple users isn't permitted unless necessary licenses procured accordingly. Note: File delivery via PDF format. Appropriate grade level - Grade 7 Math Studies aligned with curricular objectives centered on statistics-based concepts.
Author The Math Cafe
Tags Experimental Probability, Scavenger Hunt, Statistics, Math Activity, Data Collection
How a Bill Becomes a Law Hexagon Project
Social Studies, Government, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Projects
This is a How a Bill Becomes a Law Hexagon Project. This social studies project was designed for 8th – 12th grade students. Learning Intention: To explore the process of lawmaking by following a bill from being an idea to becoming a law. Task: You will be creating a hexagon foldable that explains the legislative process of lawmaking in a way that is easy to understand through the use of pictures and simple text. Directions: -Create a hexagon foldable that describes the legislative process of lawmaking. -Each flap must have the step number on the front with a picture (NO WORDS) and the description of the step on the inside of the flap. -The exposed middle area of the hexagon must have the title of the project ex: “How a Bill Becomes a Law.” -Text must be typed or NEATLY handwritten. Student hexagons must include: - The president’s role - The Senate’s role - The House of Representatives’ role - Role of committees - Role of a congressperson - Role of a citizen There is a Hexagon Project Rubric included. The rubric will score: -Description and content -Images -Organization and conventions You will print a blank hexagon template (included) for students to complete this task. When you have covered the topic of the legislative process of lawmaking with your students, this will be a purposeful project to have students engage in. Students can discuss each component that is a part of this process prior to beginning their individual project. Allowing students to discuss in small groups will refresh their learning and solidify their thought processes.
Author The Comprehensive Teacher
Tags Social Studies, Government Project, Legislative Process, Lawmaking, Bills, Laws, Hexagon, Template, Graphic Organizer, Small Group, How A Bill Becomes A Law Assignment, How A Bill Becomes A Law Project
Vanity Plates Fun Get to Know You Activity & Bulletin Display
, Grade 5, 6, 7, Activities
Looking for a fresh and creative idea for upper grades? Have your students create an All About Me Vanity License Plate! This engaging activity guides students in designing personalized license plates using a key, allowing everyone to get to know each other. It’s the perfect icebreaker for the first week of school and an excellent back-to-school activity. Printable lettering with the theme "Learning is a Journey" is included, enabling you to instantly display the license plates. This display can be kept up all year and makes a fantastic showcase for Open House events. The resource also comes with an editable PowerPoint , allowing you to customize the directions and key to fit your specific needs. Try something different this year and let your students express themselves with Vanity Plates! Includes: Vanity License Plate Template with Key Teacher Tips Printable Lettering for Displaying ("Learning is a Journey") Editable PowerPoint : Customize the directions and key Student Exemplar: Example plate to inspire your students
Author Creativity Overload
Tags Vanity Plates, Get To Know You Activity, Back To School Activity, Icebreaker, Classroom Display
Life Science Reading Comprehension Passage: Biotechnology (Word)
Science, ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Strategies, Resources for Teachers, Life Sciences, Biology, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, Writing Prompts, Worksheets & Printables, Centers, Activities, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Quizzes and Tests, Quizzes, Tests
Life Science Reading Comprehension Passage and Questions: Biotechnology (Word) This very engaging science reading passage is about biotechnology and how living things can be used as tools to solve real-world problems . It explains how people use cells, bacteria, genes, plants, and other biological processes to create useful products and improve everyday life. The passage connects biotechnology to familiar examples such as bread, yogurt, vaccines, insulin, genetically modified crops, bioremediation, lab-grown meat, and biofuels. It also shows students how biotechnology can support medicine, agriculture, environmental cleanup, and a more sustainable future. This passage is designed to bridge the gap between science and literacy by strengthening reading comprehension while sparking scientific curiosity in middle school students. It blends English Language Arts skills with accurate science content, helping students build background knowledge, understand key concepts, use evidence from the text, and explain scientific ideas clearly. This resource supports science classroom practice while also reinforcing important literacy skills such as main idea, vocabulary, comprehension, and summarizing. Ideal for interdisciplinary learning in ELA and Science. Suitable for Grade 9 review, too! Student Tasks for The Passage: 10 multiple-choice questions targeting main idea, key details, science concepts, comparison, and real-world applications 10 True/False statements to check understanding and address common misconceptions 5 text-based short-answer questions that require students to explain important ideas from the passage 5 vocabulary matching items with clear, student-friendly definitions 1 summary prompt that asks students to condense the 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 Product Details Length: 7 pages total Grades: 6–8, also suitable for Grade 9 review Use cases: close reading, stations, homework, intervention, test prep, and sub plans Standards support: Reinforces informational-text skills and supports NGSS-style sense-making by helping students read scientific explanations, connect evidence to key concepts, interpret real-world examples, and explain cause-and-effect relationships in science. Why Teachers Choose This Set Authentic science content paired with rigorous literacy practice Consistent task structure across all passages for easier planning and smoother student routines Clear, age-appropriate writing that builds confidence without oversimplifying Other Science Reading Collections and Topics You May Find in the Store: 1. Astronomy & Space Science 2. Volcanoes, Rocks, & Mountains 3. Rock Cycle, Soil, & Sinkholes 4. Mars, Glaciers, & Antarctica 5. Water Cycle, Acid Rain, & Wastewater 6. Insects, Animals, & Ecosystems 7. Bioluminescence & Insects 8. Animal Skin, Cats, & T. Rex 9. Human Body and Senses 10. Health & Applied Bioscience 11. Waves, Light, & Imaging 12. Electricity & Energy 13. Motion & Materials 14. Chemistry and Materials Science 15. Electromagnetism 16. Acids and Bases 17. Gas Laws 18. Biotechnology 19. Periodic Trends 20. Protists and Fungi 21. Microevolution 22. Blood 23. Chemical Bonding 24. Magnets 25. Muscles 26. Nuclear Chemistry 27. Electromagnetic Devices 28. Epigenetics 29. The Law of Conservation of Mass 30. Atomic Models 31. Isotopes and Ions 32. Light 33. Human-Environment Interaction 34. Theory of Evolution 35. Photosynthesis 36. Origins of Life and Early Earth 37. Gene Expression and Regulation 38. Thermochemistry 39. Allergies 40. Coevolution 41. Birth to Adulthood 42. Cells 43. Entropy and Free Energy 44. The Human Brain 45. Mixtures and Solutions 46. Invertebrates 47. Zoo Animals 48. Biochemistry 49. Animal Behavior 50. Population Ecology ...and many more engaging science reading passages that cover intriguing and important topics designed to spark curiosity and support student learning. Use this passage to reinforce ELA skills in science, to add literacy to your lessons, and to support independent work. The passages strengthen 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 Middle & High School - CORED Education
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Tags Middle School, Reading Comprehension, Reading Strategies, ELA, Centers, Reading Passage, Assessments, Vocabulary, Biology, Life Science
ORIGAMI ART | 6 FREE GUIDES
Creative Arts, STEM, Montessori, Adult Education, Early Learning, Elementary, High School, Homeschool Resources, Middle School, Pre-K, Not Grade Specific, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Classroom Decor
ORIGAMI ART | 6 FREE GUIDES THIS FANTASTIC RESOURCE, HAVE 6 GUIDES OF ORIGAMI. INTRODUCTION: EDITORIAL ARENAS EDUCATIVAS is dedicated to providing high-quality educational content to help children learn efficiently and with joy. Check out our full store to find materials focused on reading, writing, math, and Spanish. We're excited to be part of your learning experience! DESCRIPTION OF THIS PRODUCT: 1) What types of activities or content does this document include? This type of document contains educational activities, all specially designed to be developed and understood in an easy and educational way. 2) How can this material support children's learning or development? This material will help our students learn in an educational way. It will support your students by guiding them in a much more playful way to achieve easy and rapid learning. 3) What specific skills are developed using this resource? Students will be able to develop their attention, concentration, creativity, and imagination skills. It will also allow students to develop their cognitive skills such as comprehension, analysis, and others. 4) Who is the ideal audience for this document? This document and/or teaching resource is primarily intended for young students, meaning those between the ages of 5 and 12, in other words, students in early childhood and/or primary education. However, it can also be used by the general public if required. SECONDARY INFORMATION: 1) How is this product described in detail? This educational document contains worksheets for children. They can be in either color or black and white. The way you print them is up to you, so evaluate this worksheet before printing it, that is, make sure it suits your needs. 2) What advantages does using this material offer? This document offers various advantages, such as: - It will help your children and/or students learn in a better or more fun way. - It will foster your students' creativity. - It will motivate your students and/or children to learn more independently. - Also, remember that you can use this material both at home and in class. OTHERS LINKS FOR YOU: COMPLETE THE NUMBERS: https://teachsimple.com/product/complete-the-sequence-numbers-1-to-100 DIFFERENT ICON: https://teachsimple.com/product/the-different-icon-6-free-worksheets
Author EDITORIAL LAURA EDUCA
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Tags CRAFT, FREE, FREE RESOURCES, ORIGAMI, ORIGAMI ART, PRINTABLES, WORKSHEETS
Hatchet Reading Comprehension Games
ELA, Literature, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Activities, Games
These are Hatchet Reading Comprehension Games for your middle school students to enjoy during Language Arts. Included: - Jeopardy style PowerPoint - Google Slides Jeopardy - Set of 44 task cards - ZAP cards - Recording sheet - Answer key
Author Mrs. Spangler in the Middle
Tags Game Shpw, Hatchet, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Jeopardy, Hatchet The Game, Hatchet Games
SAMPLE Social Studies Reading Comprehension Passage Criminal Profiling
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Strategies, Resources for Teachers, Social Studies, Psychology, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, Writing Prompts, Worksheets & Printables, Centers, Activities, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Quizzes and Tests, Quizzes, Tests
This is a free passage sample from the complete resource. The full version includes everything needed for a complete reading comprehension activity: the passage, multiple-choice questions, short-answer questions, vocabulary matching, a summary-writing task, and a detailed answer key. Download the complete passage resource by clicking on the following links: PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Criminal Profiling: Social Studies Reading Comprehension Passage (PDF) This resource introduces a unique Social Studies reading comprehension passage with questions about Criminal Profiling: Inside the Mind of a Criminal. 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 FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOADING LINKS HERE Other Social Studies Reading Comprehension Collections You May Find in the Store: 1. Ancient Civilizations 2. Early Empires and Trade Networks 3. The Founding of the United States 4. Language, Culture, and Meaning 5. Psychology and Society 6. Global Festivals and Traditions 7. Extreme Environments and People 8. Food, Culture, and Preservation 9. Global Food Customs 10. Media, Communication, and Popular Culture 11. Human Impact on the Environment 12. Civic Action and Social Change 13. Fashion, Society, and Power 14. People, Places, and Unusual Histories 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 Middle & High School - CORED Education
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Tags Middle School, Reading Comprehension, Reading Strategies, ELA, Centers, Reading Passage, Assessments, Vocabulary, Social Studies, Pschology
Map Wars: United States Edition | Interactive Geography Game
Social Studies, Geography, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Activities, Games
Map Wars: United States Edition is an engaging geography game that gets students excited about learning map skills. Designed for grades 5-8, this resource can be used in social studies classes in a variety of ways. Students work in two teams, using their knowledge of US geography to earn points locating states and answering questions. Rounds continue until one team wins. The competitive yet collaborative nature of Map Wars makes it an effective tool for building community within classrooms. Implementation ideas are provided, offering differentiated options for whole group, small group, partner, or individual work. Map Wars strengthens spatial awareness, location identification abilities, and geographic concepts in a lively format students love. This reproducible PDF includes complete instructions to start playing right away. Follow the game with a United States map worksheet for individual location practice.
Author The Social Studies Doctor
Tags Map Wars, Team Games, United States, Geography, Battleship
Operations with Fractions Activity | Add Subtract Multiply Divide Code Breaker
Math, Fractions, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Activities
With this engaging, digital, and printable , no-prep activity for operations with fractions, your students will have fun practicing fractions while learning. The students will use Google Sheets or the included printed version to solve 15 fraction problems involving adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing fractions. In sixth grade, I used it as a subplan and the students loved it. A mystery message will be revealed as they correctly answer the questions. This resource has also included a printable version Solutions are included in the second sheet.
Author Matemaths
Tags Math, Fractions, Operations, Code Breaker, Activity, Multiply Fractions Activity, How To Multiply And Subtract Fractions, Add Multiply Divide Subtract Fractions, Add Subtract Multiply Divide Fractions Worksheet, Add Multiply Subtract Divide, Add Is To Multiply As Subtract Is To
Yurt House Activity
Social Studies, Geography, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Activities
Activity Introduction An amazing activity designed for the students to learn more about famous places in different countries. The Ice Fossils What do you know about these houses? Where are these houses? Who were the first people to build it? How does your house look like? Can you draw it? Do you have a favourite kind of houses? Tell us more about it. What are the colours of your house or your dream house? Do you like reading about Geography? What is your favorite country in the whole world? Ice Fossils Activity The activity is perfect for encouraging the researching skills for the students, while learning more about this fantastic phenomenon. Ice Fossils This friendly designed worksheet is suitable for students at school, homeschooling, and as a group activity. Instructions Cut everything out, then colour and decorate them. Glue part A to part B on shape 1 to make a cone. Do the same for shape 2 to make the Yurt's base. Glue the cone to the base to make your yurt. Materials needed Colours Glue Scissors Items for decoration Format Available in a PDF format.
Author Educational Voice
Tags Yurt House Activity, Yurt House, Yurt Houses, Yurt House Facts, Yurt House Facts For Kids, Yurt House Activity For Kids, House, Houses, Houses Facts, Houses Facts For Kids
Poetry Month Activity
ELA, Literature, Poetry, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Activities
This Poetry Month Activity will get students researching and writing about many of the greats! Included: - Mini research organizer - Biography writing prompt w/ rubric - Coloring page - List of poets to choose from
Author Sarah Miller Tech
Tags Poetry Month, Edgar Allan Poe, Alice Walker, Biography, Writing Prompts
Valentine's Day Multiplying and Dividing Fractions Pixel Art
Math, Fractions, Common Core, Grade 5, 6, 7, Activities
Valentine's Day Multiplying and Dividing Fractions Pixel Art This resource is an exciting, hands-on activity designed to help grade 5, 6, and 7 students master the concept of multiplying and dividing fractions in a fun way. The art-based math activity combines the heart-warming spirit of Valentine’s Day with educational goals to produce a compelling learning experience. It is perfect for use in various settings such as whole group instruction, small group work, individual assignments, or even as a unique homework task. Teachers will appreciate the ease of incorporating this digital resource into their lesson plans due to its compatibility with Google Sheets. Saving: After saving a copy of this document into your Google Drive... Assigning: Assign it through Google Classroom allowing each student their individual copy. This process is easy! The Task The students are tasked with solving 20 operations revolving around multiplication and division of fractions. The end goal? Uncover a mystery picture—a blend that invites engagement while reinforcing understanding. As students correctly answer the problems linked within cells on Google Sheets, they gradually reveal segments of an enigmatic pixel art image making learning energetic yet substantial. Educational Alignments This engaging activity aligns directly with Common Core Standards CCSS 5.NF.B.4a about interpreting product and CCSS 6.NS.A1 involving interpreting quotients; making it an effective tool for bolstering fraction comprehension while providing insightful data on student progress during teacher assessments. Inclusive in this teaching package are solutions provided alongside every task enhancing practicality for teachers who may need them for reference or quick grading activities. Note: Access to this resource requires a Google Account given its application on Google Sheets platform which integrates seamlessly into today's tech-oriented classroom setup. In summary – Valentine's Day Multiplying and Dividing Fractions Pixel Art offers educators robust mathematical content delivered in an appealing pixel-art based format promoting independent learning among grade schoolers across different settings - classroom or homeschooled.
Author Matemaths
Tags Valentine's Day, Multiplying Fractions, Dividing Fractions, Pixel Art, Hands-on Activity