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Light - Lenses, The Eye, The Pinhole Camera and the Camera Dominoes Game for Middle School
Science, Physics, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, Activities

A dominoes game with questions and statements on lenses, the eye, the pinhole camera and the camera instead of numbers. Prior Knowledge > Convex lenses are used in magnifying glasses, telescopes and spectacles to correct long sight. > Concave lenses are used in lasers, flashlights, peepholes and spectacles to correct short sight. > Label the following structures on a diagram of the eye; retina; ciliary muscle; iris; pupil; lens; suspensory ligament; optic nerve. > Draw ray diagrams and explain how the eye sees distant and close objects. > Draw ray diagrams and explain how lenses are used to correct long and short sight. > Draw diagrams and explain how the iris controls the size of the pupil and therefore the amount of light which enters the eye. > Draw a ray diagram of the pinhole camera, know that the image is inverted sand diminished, moving the object closer enlarges the image and multiple pinholes produce multiple images > Label a diagram of the camera and explain how a picture is taken. > The differences and similarities between the eye and the camera. What You Get > 80 dominos >m Animated PowerPoint explaining the rules and how to play. Rules of the Game > Each player selects seven dominos from the top of the face-down pile and holds them in their hand like playing cards. > The player whose surname begins with a letter closest to the letter A starts and play proceed in a clockwise direction. > Dominos can be matched exactly, or a name can be matched with a symbol or descriptions, sketches and circuit diagrams can be matched. > If a player thinks a match is wrong, they can challenge. If the challenger is correct, they give a card from their own hand to the challenged player. If the challenged player is correct, they give a card from their hand to the challenger. Pupils are encouraged to check their books for the correct answer and consult their teacher if a consensus is not reached. > If a player cannot play a domino, they pick up from the face down pile and can play if possible or add it to their hand. See more Elf Off the Shelf resources on this topic and many others

Tips and Tricks for 3D printing with your Class
Science, Technology, Computer Science, Not Grade Specific, Activities

Tips and Tricks for 3D Printing with Your Class Breaking down the barriers of traditional learning, this useful guide is aimed at integrating 3D printing technology into your science and computer science curriculum . Serving as an informative teaching resource, it caters to learners across all grade levels, providing an innovative approach to immersive hands-on education. Techical Tips on Operating 3D Printers: This guide supplies crucial guidance on operating classroom 3D printers effectively. It aids educators by providing educational tools and knowledge for facilitating complex lessons effortlessly. Handy troubleshooting guides designed to assist in resolving tech-related hurdles are also included. Pedagogical Tips: Beyond operational insights, this handbook presents essential pedagogical tips imperative in creating a robust learning atmosphere anchored in creative exploration. Each advice is strategically curated by experienced educators focusing on the transformative power of experiential learning. A collection of resources- Help teachers devise thoughtful lesson plans around advanced fabrication technology. Potential applications- Ranging from whole-class activities promoting collaborative problem-solving to small breakout group activities fostering project-based explorations and individual creativity enhancement. Homing assignments- Catalyse independent exploration under active virtual guidance from home environments invoking ed-tech adaptations mirroring real-world digitalisation progressions. All the information is easily accessible through a single PDF file download that allows teachers stimulate comprehensive understanding more visually—moulding scientific concepts from 'vision-to-touch', innovatively delivering curricular aims while preparing students simultaneously for Industry4.0 evolution within accessible classroom settings.

Equivalent Ratios Digital Activity | Pop them All
, Grade 6, 7, 8, Activities

Equivalent Ratios Digital Activity | Pop them All Enrich your math lessons with our effortless and adaptable learning resource: Equivalent Ratios Digital Activity . Hone student skills in equivalent ratios while embracing the convenience of a digital format. No Preparation Needed With zero preparation, this resource can be easily incorporated in various classroom structures such as: Whole group instruction Small group learning Homework assignments Ease of Use for Educators Your convenience is our top priority. To start using this tool, all you have to do is share the link with your students - it’s that simple! Fits Any Learning Pace The ability to save progress makes it suitable for tasks spanning multiple day commitments or for accommodating each student's pace of learning. All Device Friendly , This universal tool ensures none of your students are left out. Whether they use laptops, tablets or smartphones, they'll have free access without any specific logins from Google Classroom or Microsoft Teams. Included Printable Version , The package also includes a printable version that allows smooth transition between on-screen and traditional paper-based activities. Suitable For Grades 6-8 , This educational tool falls strictly within the mathematics purview and focuses on cementing an understanding of equivalent ratios: a critical element encountered frequently during high school math classes! To sum up,, if you're searching for an instructional resource designed facilitate foundational comprehension while keeping students engaged in challenging topics such as ratios—look no further than Equivalent Ratios Digital Activity | Pop them All. Please note that access details are provided as a PDF along with the printable activity sheet, ensuring ease-of-use for everyone involved.

What is different? Vocabulary Boards - BLACK AND WHITE SET 23
Special Resources, Speech Therapy, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Activities

What is Different? Vocabulary Boards teaches young students critical thinking and speech skills. This black and white printable resource contains 3 boards per page. Students visually analyze patterns on each board to find subtle differences. Educators can implement this versatile activity in various settings like whole group lessons, small group work, or as a take-home assignment. The boards help build visual discrimination, patterning, critical thinking, and vocabulary in a fun, engaging way. Students will love searching for variations in the images, discussing similarities and differences, and expanding their descriptive language. This set is suitable for preschool through 1st grade. Use it alongside lessons or as a stand-alone speech and language activity. With 23 total boards, the possibilities are endlessly adaptable for diverse learning levels and styles.

Spookley The Square Pumpkin Activity Sheets
Special Resources, Life Skills, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, Activities

Addition War Card Game
Math, Addition and Subtraction, Addition, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, Activities, Games

The Addition War Card Game The Addition War Card Game is an enchanting and instructive tool geared towards enhancing the addition skills of grade 3 students. This innovative modification of the traditional card game, War, entwines strategic reasoning with math practice, paving a way for an immersive learning experience. Making Learning Fun Crafted explicitly for primary children, this game fortifies their arithmetic abilities while also feeding their playful spirits. It creates a balance between learning and enjoyment as students actively partake in solving arithmetical problems posed by each card drawn from the deck. Not only does it encourage quick recall of addition facts but compels players to think on their feet to outmaneuver other participants. Bolstering Cognitive Skills What sets this game apart is its knack for boosting cognitive aptitude along with acceleration in mental calculations and reinforcement of necessary skills like critical thinking. The level playing field equips learners with the flexibility to pace it based on individual progress rate and learning capabilities. Aligned perfectly within curriculum parameters which eases its integration into any formal classroom scenario. Suitable for both group activities or solitary assignment tasks previewed by educators versus homeschoolers alike! Inclusive package comes equipped with basic addition fact cards ranging from 0-9, easy-to-follow game directives alongwith an attractive card cover marking seamless safekeeping facilities Towards Effortless Learning! Navigate your way into mastering complex concepts like arithmetic without any drudgery! Boost efficiency manifold as math morphs into exciting gameplay with our all-inclusive Addition War Card Game package designed specifically for your educational needs – Let's make learning fun!

Worksheets and Centers: Letter O Trains
ELA, Writing, Handwriting, Language Development, Phonics, Kindergarten, Preschool, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets

Children who have a fascination for trains will delight in refining their skills in letter recognition and initiating sounds with these inventive alphabet worksheets and cards! Each activity sheet and card game encourages students to participate actively and enjoy themselves as they craft trains to showcase their letter knowledge. Here's What's Included: Eight multicolored train engine cards Twelve train car images starting with the letter Eight train cars exhibiting the letter on the carriage Four mats designed for sorting train tracks Three direction and cover cards for the task box One worksheet aimed at sorting capital and lowercase letters A pair of worksheets for practicing handwriting Two worksheets centered on initial sounds This compilation of activities prompts students to construct trains to rehearse letter recognition for both uppercase and lowercase letters, letter formation of both capital and lowercase letters, and the beginning sounds for both the long O and short O sounds. The package offers both practical sorting cards and cut-and-paste worksheets for students, all wrapped in an entertaining train theme. Appropriate Times to Use: In a Literacy Center During Small Group Learning For Independent Practice As a Morning Work or as a Morning Tub or Basket As a Task Box Activity The train sorting cards are ideally sized for a task box activity , allowing for a quick setup and easy cleanup for this literacy center or small group task. The worksheets serve well for self-study, morning work, or group activities. Skills Evaluated: Letter Recognition Differentiating Between Capital and Lowercase Letters Letter Formation Initial Sounds Sorting Long and Short Vowel Sounds All worksheets are ready for immediate use. Teachers simply need to print them and distribute to students. The train cards form a straightforward, low prep literacy center activity that can be laminated for prolonged use, thus making this activity reusable time and again.

Alphabet Story Book | Letter U Interactive Book
ELA, Reading, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Activities

This resource is an Alphabet Story Book for the Letter U. Within this interactive book, you will find: -A vocabulary list -Pictures to cut and glue -An original story This story book provides great introduction and practice for learning letters and their sounds. There are an endless amount of ways you can utilize these letter books in your classroom. These stories can also be enjoyed on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIIm-PSqtVdou8Uy1SZfH-6mLuV1X8GEP .

River Ecosystem Activity
Environmental Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Science, Grade 2, 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. River Ecosystem 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? River Ecosystem Activity The activity is perfect for encouraging the researching skills for the students, while learning more about this fantastic topic. River Ecosystem This friendly designed worksheet is suitable for students at school, homeschooling, and as a group activity. Instructions Can you complete the following facts about rivers? Format Available in a PDF format.

Winter Feelings Mats | Christmas Feelings Board | Play Doh Mats | Coping Skills for Kids
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Activities

Winter Feelings Mats | Christmas Feelings Board | Play Doh Mats | Coping Skills for Kids This is an educational resource designed to aid in the emotional development of young children. It is perfect for early learning, preschool, first and second-grade settings. These Feeling Mats encourage hands-on engagement while learning about emotions. They can be used in teaching contexts like centers, morning work sessions, brain breaks or special education programs. The interactive nature of these mats helps pupils to identify 12 basic emotions: Happy Mad Sad Scared Worried Excited Loved Silly Frustrated Proud \ If laminated,To mat life expectancy can be extended tremendously! This makes them dry-erase marker and play-doh friendly. Their unique features make them suitable visual tools for a Calm Down Corner or a bulletin board decoration. These boards can also serve as communication aids during Circle Time - teachers may hold up each board to spark collective discussion. Creative applications include creating mood flashcards by cutting out these Mats from their original framework and using them in various drills or games. Each mat poses unique questions tied directly to specific feelings - giving teachers ample room for improvisation according to classroom dynamics. Counselors, Teachers & Speech Pathologists: These resources are directly linked with Social Emotional Learning domain that benefits not only classroom teachers but school counselors too! Speech-language pathologists may find this tool useful while guiding students on emotional understanding with activities personally curated. Summary The Winter Feelings Mats offer educators a practical solution to promote early emotional recognition amongst learners through engaging hands-on tools. These mats serve as an invaluable asset for teachers, counselors, and home-schooling parents alike.

Dinosaur Memory Game
Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Activities, Games

This dinosaur memory game is the perfect complement to a Dinosaur or Paleontology Unit Study. It will help your students memorize and review a few dinosaurs in a fun way. How to Use This Resource: Cut apart all the cards. Then lightly glue each back to a front. Run through a laminator and then cut apart each pieces. Lay pieces flat and upside down. Take turns with your students to turn over 2 at a time. When you find a match, you get to keep the match. When all the cards have been turned over and matched up, then the game is over. The winner is the one who has found the most matches. Not only do these cards feature a dinosaur-related picture, but they also have the corresponding word printed underneath each picture. They will get to work their brains to try and remember where they saw a certain image, but they will also be able to retrieve where they saw a certain word. This is great differentiation for young learners. They will love playing this memory game and ramping up the competition along the way. What You Get: · Instruction sheet and answer key · 14 pages of dinosaur matches (One match is the name and the other match is a picture of a dinosaur and its characteristics) I hope you enjoy! Here are other similar resources for you to enjoy: Design a Bakery Project Based Activity All About Fossils Number Coloring Pages All About Weathering and Erosion Number of the Week: All About 3 3rd Grade Spelling Curriculum You can find more resources at my storefront here: https://teachsimple.com/contributor/simply-schoolgirl

Flowers and Bees Math Game
Math, Place Value, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Activities, Games

If you are looking for some additional place value activities for your young learners to engage with, I have just the resource for you. This is a Flowers and Bees Game that is meant for young math students who are learning place value or have mastered it. This Flowers and Bees Game mimics a Snakes and Ladders Game. This is a partner game that is ideal for lower elementary students in kindergarten – 2nd grade. Students will slide down flowers and fly up with a bee. They will name the number on each space they land on. The person who reaches the finish line first wins the game! You can utilize this game in a variety of ways: -- Students can independently complete it. -- You can pull students in small groups, so you can hear them say the number out loud. This serves as an informal assessment for the teacher. -- Students can play it in groups bigger than two students. I hope you enjoy! Take A Look at My Best Sellers: Locations on the Cartesian / Coordinate Plane Worksheet Video Game Design – Coding Project Art History Research Project Coloring Lesson for Middle School Digital Portraits Lesson Book Club, but with a twist! You can find more resources at my storefront here: https://teachsimple.com/contributor/resource-garden

U.S. Presidents Research Project for Google Slides
Social Studies, History, History: USA, Research, Grade 5, Activities

This resource is a U.S. Presidents Research Project for Google Slides . It includes lesson plans with research links and more. There are differentiated graphic organizers for students to choose from. This research project will require students to compose a presentation in Google Slides . The research outline will guide students and the rubric is available for easy grading.

"The Life of Dom Henrique" - A History Play
Social Studies, History, History: World, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities

This is a History Play titled "The Life of Dom Henrique." Your students will get to dive into history in an engaging way with this skit!

More or Less Spring Special Ed
Math, Early Math, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, Activities

Looking for an exciting and engaging way to teach your Pre-K, Kindergarten, and Special Education students about the concept of more or less? Look no further! We have created a collection of 20 digital task cards with delightful Spring themes that will surely enhance your math lessons! Included in this bundle are two easy-to-understand activities, each consisting of 10 slides: one focuses on identifying which set has 'more,' while the other takes students through figuring out which set has 'less'. These versatile task cards can be seamlessly integrated into either PowerPoint or Google Slides presentations, making them convenient for various teaching styles and ensuring student participation. Don't miss out on this opportunity to boost your math lessons with our More or Less Spring Special Ed Task Cards. These engaging digital tasks provide an enjoyable learning experience while reinforcing numeracy skills essential for young learners. Bring the beauty and enthusiasm of springtime into your classroom and watch as your students flourish in their understanding of important mathematical concepts!

Count On 0-26: Autumn Theme Counting Activity
Math, Numbers, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities

Count On 0-26: Autumn Theme Counting Activity Engineered for a deep dive into the world of mathematics, specifically number sequences, the Count On 0-26: Autumn Theme Counting Activity is an engaging and educational tool for young learners from preschool up to third grade. This activity integrates snappy education with an autumn-themed packaging. This resource comprises of: 27 number strip pages, designed in a playful manner to introduce and reinforce numeric sequences among students. It encourages cognition over memorization through hands-on involvement. A simple 'Print-Laminate-Cut'-based preparation model which considerably simplifies workload for educators. The primary activity includes verbal or visual counting followed by writing down numbers in provided squares. This methodical activity boosts numeracy and fine motor skills alike due to the incorporation of writing exercises. Suitable For: Larger classroom settings Tiny homeschool groups Potential take-home assignments included within homework packets etc. The entire product is bundled within an easily downloadable PDF file ensuring hassle-free user experience right from downloading till execution, even if you're technologically not too skilled! Note: Whether you are introducing basic mathematics concepts or looking forward to consolidating previously learnt numerical relationships - this tool caters effectively; wrapped neatly within a vibrant autumn theme.

September Dice Games Bundle | Roll and Cover/Color/Write
Math, Numbers, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Activities, Games

This bundle of September Dice Games comes with printable activities to include: -Roll and Cover (22 handouts) -Roll and Color (14 handouts) -Roll and Write (8 handouts) Each handout comes in color and black/white. You will also get 2 versions to support differentiation: -Numbers 1-6 -Numbers 2-12

National Parks - Lapbook
Social Studies, Geography, Grade 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Activities

This resource is an 11-page download with everything students need to create their own lapbook for national parks. A timeline for the National Park Service is included. There are vibrant pictures as well as coloring pictures for students to include in their lapbook.

Heat and Light Investigation
Science, Physics, Grade 3, 4, 5, Activities

This is a Heat and Light Investigation. This small unit is a simple investigation into the sun as a heat source, along with a quick look at other sources of heat. Students will explore the vocabulary attached to the topic, how objects differ when in direct sunlight vs. in the shade, how living things are affected by the sun and its light, mechanical and electrical heat sources, and misconceptions about heat sources. At the end of the unit there is a quiz for you to give your students and there are answer keys wherever possible. • Explain to students that they will be working in groups to create a set of four movements they feel illustrate the meaning of one of the vocabulary words they’ve learned. • Separate your students into groups of three or four. • Give each group one of the Vocabulary Movement Cards. • As they are making their movements, they will also be verbally incorporating the vocabulary word and its definition. Example: if their word is ‘machine’, as they are doing their first movement they will say, “machine”. As they do their second movement they might say, “a device made to consume energy.” For the third movement they could say, “to produce another form of energy,” and for the fourth say, “to do some kind of work!” • Encourage students to USE THEIR SPACE: go high, low, and in between! • Give students enough time to come up with the movements as a group, practice the movements, and get ready to teach their movements to the rest of the class.

Little Red Riding Hood | ABC Order Activity
ELA, Literature, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities

This resource is a Little Red Riding Hood ABC Order Activity . There is one page with 10 words from the folk tale. Students will rewrite these words in alphabetical order.

Letter Z Train Alphabet Worksheets and Centers
ELA, Language Development, Phonics, Writing, Handwriting, Kindergarten, Preschool, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets

Engage young learners with Letter Z Train Alphabet Activities! This resource teaches letter recognition, beginning sounds, and letter formation using colorful train-themed cards and worksheets. Students will sort train engine cards, train car cards with Z images, uppercase and lowercase letter cards, and track mats to form letter Z trains. Additional activities include worksheets for sorting and writing uppercase and lowercase Z's, identifying beginning Z sounds, and properly forming the letter Z. This versatile resource can be used for literacy centers , small group instruction, independent practice, morning work, and task box activities. Key skills practiced include letter recognition, differentiating case, letter formation, and initial sounds. Everything prints easily for teacher convenience. Young students will love learning their ABCs with these hands-on Letter Z Train Activities!

Subtraction as an Unknown Addend Activity
Math, Addition and Subtraction, Addition, Fact Families, Subtraction, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Activities

Subtraction as an Unknown Addend Activity This math activity helps students in grades K-2 learn subtraction by finding missing addends in equations. Students start with simple addition and subtraction facts up to 20. As they work through the activity pages, they must apply their understanding of addition/subtraction fact families to find unknown whole numbers. Teachers can use this resource for whole-class instruction, small group remediation, independent practice, or homework. By scaffolding subtraction concepts and repeatedly exposing students to missing addend problems, this activity builds fluency with early number sense and operations. Students will gain confidence with subtraction as they use logic and reasoning strategies to fill in blanks and reveal the underlying relationships within equations. This activity supports standards on understanding addition and subtraction as inverse operations.

Biography: Benjamin Banneker – A Design for the Capital
Social Studies, ELA, Biographies, History, History: USA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Grade 2, 3, 4, Activities

Biography: Benjamin Banneker – A Design for the Capital is an educational resource that molds an interesting biography, history, and literacy skills into a captivating leveled book. Designed for second to fourth-grade students, the text adeptly incorporates the Fountas and Pinnell leveled vocabulary and Rebecca Sitton spelling words along with broader general curriculum standards. Students can look forward to delving into Benjamin Banneker's array of accomplishments exposed in this Level P reader. Banneker was a largely self-educated author, naturalist, farmer, astronomer, mathematician, scientist, and surveyor. Within a spectrum of historically accurate content, learners are introduced to specific concepts, skills, and vocabulary meeting their ongoing developmental targets in Social Studies and Language Arts clearly spelled out on the introductory page of the text. To make the product more interactive, supplemental customized activity sheets serve as reinforcement and extension. Educators can integrate this versatile material into their lesson plans using a variety of teaching approaches from an individualized study unit to whole group instruction. The text and Study Guide totals 7 pages. Come along with your students to study the significant accomplishments of this African American living during the American Revolution and the early history of the United States! It is certain to inspire your young students!

Animated Song: 5 Little Ducks VI
Creative Arts, Art, Music, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Songs, Activities

Animated Song : 5 Little Ducks VI Learning has never been so engaging and fun than with the Animated Song : 5 Little Ducks VI. This is a hands-on teaching resource that gears towards enhancing the following student skills: Literacy Language Spelling and Vocabulary. This marvelous tool is perfect for public school teachers, homeschoolers or even parents looking to make education more captivating at home. The animated PowerPoint teaches through an interesting interactive sequence with all of 25 slides filled with high contrast visuals and delightful sounds effects that keep your little learners fully absorbed in each lesson. Students follow along the narration until each star symbol is reached, upon which a click triggers an animation related to what was read before. In consideration of students with visual impairment; this learning resource uses simplified high contrast graphics and text against contrasting black background. Furthermore, the animations use built-in movement patterns creating a focal point for understanding better. 'Safe-zone': Integrated feature attached to page numbers for making switch navigation training easier. Note: Can be viewed from both large classroom screens as well as smaller screens like computer monitors or tablets via free Microsoft PowerPoint App. Versatile Usage Settings: - The Animated Song can be conveniently used in various educational environments including but not limited to: Few groups (via interactive whiteboards) In small groups In individual assignments as homework etc... Finally, this product subtly incorporates elements of Art fostering creativity along its musical teachings! Welcome these Five Little Ducks today!