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Summer Activities
Bring the excitement of summer into your classroom with activities that capture the essence of the season. This collection includes outdoor experiments, creative arts, and reflection exercises. By integrating these summer activities into your lessons, you can conclude the year on a positive and memorable note.
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Summer Reading for Grades 1-6 (Bundle)
Reading, ELA, Summer, Seasons, Holiday & Seasonal, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, Read Alouds, Activities, Literacy Readers, Teacher Tools, Worksheets & Printables
This reading bundle includes six complete summer books—one for each grade from 1 to 6. Each book offers 10 original fiction passages written at the right level for that grade. The stories are fun, clear, and easy to follow. They help students grow their reading skills and enjoy reading at the same time. Each passage is followed by three simple comprehension questions to check understanding. All answer keys are included at the end of each book. The topics cover friendship, problem-solving, kindness, curiosity, creativity, and more. The texts are perfect for summer practice, quiet reading time, homework, or extra support during the year. Teachers can use them in class or send them home with students. Parents will also find them easy to use. These books help students stay on track and return to school more confident and ready to learn. With this full bundle, you have ready-to-use reading material for every elementary grade. It’s a great resource for any teacher or school!
Author Bright Classroom Ideas Marketplace
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Tags Summer, Reading
Summer Reading for Grade 6
Summer, Seasons, Holiday & Seasonal, Reading, ELA, Grade 6, Read Alouds, Activities, Literacy Readers, Teacher Tools, Worksheets & Printables
This engaging summer reading book is designed for Grade 6 students. It includes 10 original, high-interest passages—each over 400 words—written to challenge and inspire young readers. From school elections and science fair surprises to podcasts, treehouse politics, and secret travel journals, these stories spark imagination and encourage reflection. Each passage is followed by three targeted comprehension questions to help students build reading skills and think critically. All answers are provided at the end, making it easy for teachers and parents to support learning at home or in class. The texts feature relatable characters, modern themes, and real-life situations that help students connect reading to their own experiences. The stories highlight values like perseverance, leadership, teamwork, and creativity in a fun and age-appropriate way. Whether used for summer learning, homework, reading groups, or early-year review, this book helps students grow in confidence and ability. It’s a great tool to keep students reading, thinking, and engaged. A valuable addition to any Grade 6 teacher’s or parent’s resources!
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Tags SUMMER, READING, Grade 6
5th Grade Summer ELA Review Workbook & Games Pack
ELA, End Of Year, Holidays, Holiday & Seasonal, August, Months, July, June, Summer, Seasons, Grade 5, Games, Activities, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools, Worksheets & Printables
Keep students learning and growing all summer with this engaging 5th Grade Summer ELA Review Workbook & Games Pack! This comprehensive literacy resource helps students strengthen reading, writing, vocabulary, grammar, and critical-thinking skills through fun and meaningful activities designed to prepare them for middle school success. The workbook includes 62 standards-aligned ELA activities, reading comprehension passages, vocabulary practice, figurative language analysis, grammar review, writing tasks, and 4 printable literacy games. Students also practice Greek and Latin roots, tone and mood, author’s craft, text evidence, essay writing, and reading comprehension skills. A reading log, completion certificate, answer key, and teacher guide with pacing and differentiation tips are also included. The activities are organized into four weeks of structured summer review and work well for summer school, tutoring, literacy centers, homeschool learning, intervention, independent practice, homework, and back-to-school refreshers. The printable games add hands-on learning and help reinforce important literacy skills in an engaging way. Teachers love the low-prep format, middle-school-focused practice, and flexible design that supports independent learning while helping students avoid summer learning loss and build confidence before sixth grade.
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Tags Summer, Review, End Of Year, Ela, Worksheet, Lesson, Plan
Sunflowers – Factual Interview Text, Glossary & Student Profile
STEM, Science, Life Sciences, Thanksgiving, Holidays, Holiday & Seasonal, Summer, Seasons, Biology, Nature & Plants, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Quizzes and Tests, Teacher Tools, Worksheets, Projects, Presentations, Templates, Centers, Classroom Decor
Sunflowers – Factual Interview Text, Glossary & Student Profile A differentiated reading activity on Helianthus annuus for grades 3–7 🌻📚 This resource offers a creative and low-prep way to introduce your students to one of the best-known summer flowers: the sunflower (Helianthus annuus). Using an age-appropriate factual text in the form of an interview, this lesson invites students to learn more about the plant’s features, growth, and significance – all while practicing reading comprehension and working independently. The main text is written as an interview with a sunflower, which makes the content more relatable and engaging for younger learners. It’s differentiated into two versions (standard and simplified) to support mixed-ability groups. A glossary is included for both versions to support vocabulary development and help students access the content on their own. What’s included: Factual text in interview form (2 levels of difficulty) Glossary for each version of the text Printable student profile to be completed after reading Photo of a sunflower (self-taken, for classroom use) Answer key for the profile Optional extension task for early finishers All materials in both full-color and black-and-white versions Format: PDF Classroom ideas: Start the lesson with the sunflower photo as a silent impulse or discussion starter. Use guiding questions like: “Do you know this flower?” or “What can you tell about it?” From there, you can assign the text to pairs or small groups – or have it performed by two students, one acting as the sunflower, the other as the reporter. It’s a simple way to add some movement and creativity to factual reading. The profile helps students consolidate what they’ve read, and the glossary encourages independent clarification of unknown words. For quick finishers, there's a short research task on the healing properties of sunflowers, offering a meaningful extension. This material works well as part of a science or language arts lesson and is also easy to use in a substitute lesson. No extra prep required – just print and start. 📍 Best wishes, Heike from @Lernfitness Did You Know? I teach with a certified therapy dog, and together we create a positive and welcoming learning environment. 🐶
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Tags Sunflowers, Factual Interview Text, Helianthus Annuus, Summer Flowers, Plants, Factual Text, Science And Nature, Biology, Botany, Botanics
No Prep Tropical Rainforest Animal Bingo Game Amazon Habitat Activitiy
Holiday & Seasonal, Summer, Seasons, Biology, Life Sciences, Science, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Games, Activities
No Prep Tropical Rainforest Animal Bingo Game is a fun and easy way to explore the Amazon habitat while keeping kids engaged. Since bingo is a familiar game, it’s simple to set up and gets everyone involved quickly. I like using this during rainforest units, animal studies, or summer-themed lessons. It’s a low-prep activity that works well for different age groups and adds excitement to learning. What You Will Get This resource includes printable bingo boards and calling cards with tropical rainforest animal themed images. Just print the pages and you’re ready to play. Whats included in this Bingo Game? You’ll get a variety of bingo cards so each player has a different one. The calling cards feature rainforest animals and habitat elements like monkeys, jaguars, parrots, frogs, snakes, sloths, trees, vines, and more—making the game both fun and educational. This resource is perfect for: Rainforest and habitat units Animal science lessons Classroom centers and group games Homeschool or family learning Why you will love this? Super easy to prepare Fun way to reinforce rainforest animal vocabulary Encourages participation and interaction Great for mixed ages and group sizes This bingo game is a simple and engaging way to bring the tropical rainforest to life while making learning fun.
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Tags Rainforest Animal Bingo, Jungle Animals Game, Amazon Rainforest, Wildlife Habitat Bingo, Rainforest Vocabulary, Tropical Animals Game, Jungle Bingo Kids, Animal Science Bingo, Classroom Rainforest, , Habitat Activity Kids
Summer Reading Comprehension Passage and Questions
Reading, ELA, Summer, Seasons, Holiday & Seasonal, Elementary, Read Alouds, Activities
Summer is the warmest season of the year, occurring between spring and autumn. It typically lasts from June to September in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer is characterized by long, sunny days, high temperatures, and outdoor activities such as swimming, vacations, and festivals. It is also a time for plant growth and agricultural abundance. Are you looking for a fun and engaging way to celebrate Summer Season? This reading passage is a great resource for celebrating the Summer Season in schools while practicing reading skills. This educational resource features simple, kid-friendly pages designed to make learning both enjoyable and interactive. Great for homeschooling, classroom education, or extra practice. Number of pages: 8 pages (4 BW + 4 COLOR) Format PDF file size: 8.5*11 Inches If you and your students or your children enjoy using this educational and engaging resource. please rate it and follow my store to be the first to know about my new teaching resources and freebies. Enjoy!
Author Wonderland School
Tags Summer, Beach Day, Beach Day Reading Passage, Summer Reading Passage, Ocean Reading, Reading, Reading Passage, Summer Activities, Summer Worksheets
Memorial Day Handprint Art Craft | Patriotic Keepsake Remembrance day
4th Of July, Holidays, Holiday & Seasonal, Veteran's Day, Summer, Seasons, Art, Creative Arts, Community Building, Resources for Teachers, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, Crafts, Activities, Projects, Bulletin Boards, Classroom Decor
Celebrate and honor America’s heroes with this engaging 2026 Memorial Day Handprint Craft a meaningful and low prep activity for young learners! Children will love using their painted handprints to make the “0” in 2026 while creating a special keepsake that helps teach gratitude remembrance and appreciation. This printable also works beautifully beyond Memorial Day and can be used for the 4th of July Labor Day Veterans Day or other patriotic classroom activities. Why Teachers Love It No prep required simply print add paint and create a memorable patriotic keepsake. What’s Included Size: US Letter (8.5” x 11”) and A4 Print ready design Editable Canva template Grades / Ages Best for Preschool Pre-K Kindergarten and early elementary students Implementation Format Perfect for Memorial Day lessons patriotic art centers summer school or holiday keepsake projects Answer Key Not applicable File Type Editable Canva template plus print ready files Number of Pages 1 page License Paid product for personal or single classroom use
Author screenzro
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Tags Memorial Day Handprint, Memorial Day Kids Craft, Memorial Day Preschool Craft, Memorial Day Crafts Toddlers, Remembrance Day Activity, Patriotic Craft, Veterans Day Handprint, 4th Of July, USA Handprint Art
No Prep Summer Sports Bingo Game, End of year Outdoor Party Games
Holiday & Seasonal, Summer, Seasons, P.E. & Health, Sports, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Games, Activities
No Prep Summer Sports Bingo Game is a fun and easy way to celebrate the end of the school year while bringing excitement to any outdoor party or classroom activity. Since bingo is a familiar game, it’s simple to set up and gets everyone involved right away. I like using this during end-of-year celebrations, field days, or summer-themed parties. It’s a low-prep activity that works well for different age groups and keeps the energy high. What You Will Get This resource includes printable bingo boards and calling cards with summer sports themed images. Just print the pages and you’re ready to play. Whats included in this Bingo Game? You’ll get a variety of bingo cards so each player has a different one. The calling cards feature summer sports related images like soccer, basketball, swimming, baseball, running, and other outdoor activities that make the game fun and engaging. This resource is perfect for: End of year classroom parties Field day activities Summer themed events Group games and outdoor fun Family or homeschool use Why you will love this? Super easy to prepare Fun way to celebrate the end of the school year Keeps kids active and engaged Great for mixed ages and group sizes This bingo game is a simple way to add fun, movement, and excitement to your summer sports or end-of-year celebrations.
Author Perfect_Printables
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Tags Summer Sports Bingo, Summer Activities, Summer Bingo, End Of Year Game, Outdoor Kids Game, Field Day Bingo, Summer Party Game, Sports Bingo Kids, Classroom End Of Year, Kids Outdoor Activity
7th Grade Summer ELA Review Workbook & Games Pack
ELA, End Of Year, Holidays, Holiday & Seasonal, August, Months, July, June, Summer, Seasons, Grade 7, Games, Activities, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools, Worksheets & Printables
Help students strengthen advanced reading and writing skills all summer with this engaging 7th Grade Summer ELA Review Workbook & Games Pack! This comprehensive middle school ELA resource includes meaningful literacy activities that build analytical thinking, evidence-based reading, vocabulary, grammar, and argumentative writing skills in a fun and structured way. The workbook includes 62 standards-aligned ELA activities, reading comprehension passages, literary analysis tasks, figurative language practice, grammar review, academic vocabulary development, and 4 printable ELA games. Students also practice citing textual evidence, analyzing arguments, understanding tone and mood, identifying literary allusions and irony, and writing clear argumentative responses. A reading log, completion certificate, answer key, and teacher guide with pacing and differentiation support are also included. The activities are organized into four weeks of structured summer review and work well for summer school, tutoring, homeschool learning, literacy centers, intervention, homework, independent practice, and back-to-school refreshers. The printable games provide hands-on learning while reinforcing important literacy and critical-thinking skills. Teachers love the low-prep format, rigorous middle school practice, and engaging activities that help students build confidence, strengthen comprehension, and prepare for the challenges of the next school year.
Author Bright Classroom Ideas Marketplace
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Tags Summer, Review, End Of Year, Lesson, Plan, Ela, Worksheet
Succulent and Cactus Coloring Pages | Mindfulness & Kawaii Plant
Creative Arts, Holiday & Seasonal, Seasons, Spring, Summer, Kindergarten, Preschool, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Workbooks, Worksheets, Coloring Pages
Succulent Coloring Pages | Cactus Coloring Sheets | Plant Coloring Pages for Kids & Adults | Mindfulness Activity | Early Finishers | Morning Work | Substitute Teacher Plans Add some green to your world with this beautiful collection of 19 Succulent Coloring Pages! Perfect for both children and adults alike, this coloring book bundle includes a variety of designs from cute and charming kawaii cactus characters to intricate botanical mandalas. WHATS INCLUDED: These print-and-go coloring pages include the following designs: Kawaii cute cacti and succulents Potted realistic succulents Crystal terrarium and succulents geometric design Succulent botanical dream catcher and mandala Succulent plant fairy house Animal and character with plants Succulent floral bouquet Swatches for colors PERFECT FOR: Early Finishers - Keep your faster students engaged and learning Morning Work - Begin each day strong Substitute Teacher Lessons - No preparation required Brain Breaks - Encourage mindfulness and relaxation Indoor Recess - Keep your students moving indoors Free Choice Centers - A necessary art center staple End-of-Year Activities - Engaging and easy to prepare Mother's Day Crafts / Earth Day Crafts / Spring Crafts Homeschool Art - Versatile and adaptable art lessons Mindfulness Activities / SEL Activities - Foster focus and relaxation WHY TEACHERS LOVE THIS RESOURCE: No preparation is necessary; just print and go! Appropriate for multiple grades (K–8+) Pages printed in black and white Various levels of complexity for differentiated instruction Perfect for at-home work or parent participation Very useful for developing fine motor skills
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Tags Succulent And Cactus Coloring Pages | Mindfulness & Kawaii Plant Morning Work, Kawaii Plant Morning Work, Succulent And Cactus Coloring Pages | Mindfulness, Mindfulness, Succulent And Cactus, Coloring Pages | Mindfulness, Succulent , Cactus , Cactus Coloring Sheets
Letter C Beginning Sound Sort - Summer Themed
ELA, Language Development, Phonics, Pre-Reading, Holiday & Seasonal, Summer, Seasons, Kindergarten, Preschool, Activities, Centers
This beginning sound sort for the letter C is a great hands on activity for recognizing the most common sound of the letter C. This is an easy and fun activity to give students who need practice with recognizing the letter C sound from amongst other letter sounds or for those students who need extra practice distinguishing between the initial sounds in words. To complete this sorting activity , students will look at a picture on a crab to determine if the picture begins with the letter C or does not begin with the letter C, and then the students will place the crab on the correct beach mat. This sorting activity includes 3 pages that contains One beach mat for pictures that begin with the letter C One beach mat for pictures that do not begin with the letter C Crab pictures that begin with C Crab pictures that do not begin with C This beginning sound sort can be used in the following ways Literacy Center: The teacher can place this sort in a literacy center for students to complete. Morning Work: These worksheets make a great, easy to set up activity for students to complete as classmates arrive to class. Quiet Time Activity: Students who do not nap can complete this sort while their classmates rest. Small Group Activity: Teachers can call aside small groups of students who need more help with sound recognition to complete these in a small group setting. Early Finishers: Students who finish their classroom assignments early can help fill the extra time by completing one of these worksheets. Emergency Sub Plans - These easy to assign worksheets allows subs to provide an engaging activity with little effort or planning. If making a file folder game, the teacher will place the mats on either side of the folder and use hook and loop fasteners to sort the crab pictures. Skills assessed with these letter C initial sound sort Initial Sound of the letter C Distinguishing between words that begin with C and do not begin with C Ability to sort the picture cards on to the correct mat This beginning sounds sorting activity is a low prep activity . All a teacher needs to do is to print the three pages, cut out the picture cards and laminate the pages and cards if desired. The activity is easy to set up and to put away and store. This download includes a PDF with 3 usable pages.
Author The Connett Connection
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Tags Letter Of The Week, Alphabet Activities, Alphabet Centers, Beginning Sounds, Literacy Center, Preschool Literacy Center, Letter C, Letter C Activity
Soccer World Cup 2026 Pennant Banner – Canada Classroom Decoration
Holiday & Seasonal, Physical Education, P.E. & Health, Sports, Classroom Management, Resources for Teachers, Community Building, Social Studies, Summer, Seasons, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 9, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Projects, Classroom Decor, Door Decor, Posters, Bulletin Boards, Banners, Word Walls, Drawing Templates & Outlines
World Cup 2026 Canada Pennant Banner This Canada pennant banner was createdƒ for the World Cup period. Students often notice international events, so adding a small decoration felt like a simple way to reflect that. The banner can be printed in color, but I sometimes use the black-and-white pages first so my students can color a few pennants before assembling them. After cutting, the pieces can be connected with string or ribbon. I hung the finished banner along a shelf, although it also works above the board or on a classroom door. The layout is straightforward and doesn’t feel too busy, which helps when it stays up for several days. Depending on time, the activity can be skipped and the colored version used directly. Both options are easy to prepare. The file is provided as a printable PDF. Laminating is optional if you plan to reuse the banner later. I’ve found this type of decoration useful during tournament weeks, especially when you want something visible without changing the regular lesson flow. 📍 Best wishes, Heike from @Lernfitness
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Tags Pennant Banner, Bunting, Banners, FIFA World Cup, FIFA World Cup 2026, Classroom Decor, World Cup 2026, Soccer, Canada
SUMMER Magnetic Magnet Tile Task Cards Printables Build | Fine Motor
Holiday & Seasonal, Summer, Seasons, STEM, Kindergarten, Preschool, Activities
Make SUMMER learning hands-on and engaging with this set of 18 Summer Magnetic Tile Cards! Welcome the sunny season with a center activity your students will beg to use. These summer-themed magnetic tile templates are the perfect tactile learning activity for preschool and kindergarten classrooms. They are purposefully designed to build fine motor skills, encourage spatial reasoning, and introduce early STEM concepts—all while keeping little hands busy and engaged! ☀️ What is Included You will receive 18 unique summer-themed shapes to build. Each design comes in both a vibrant full-color version and an ink-saving black & white version: Beach Ball Crab Fish & Small Fish Ice Cream & Popsicle Palm Tree Pineapple Strawberry Watermelon Shovel & Sand Castle Sun Duck Umbrella Windmill Octopus Pool Float 🏖️ Perfect For: The Block & Magnet Centers: A seamless, easy-to-manage addition to your tactile learning rotation. Morning Tubs: A calming, independent activity to start the day right. Light Tables/Panels: The colors of the magnetic tiles shine beautifully when paired with these templates! Small Groups & Table Top Activities: Encourages cooperative play and problem-solving. Summer STEM Activities: Sneak in early engineering and geometry before the school year ends. Pre-Writing Skills: Picking up and manipulating the magnetic tiles builds crucial hand strength needed for writing. 🍎 Why Teachers Love It Developmentally Appropriate: Makes identifying summer items, animals, and fruits a fun, hands-on, and memorable experience for early learners. Low Prep & Print-and-Go: Simply choose your preferred version (color or B/W), print, and you are ready for center time! Highly Engaging: Kids naturally LOVE building with magnetic tiles; these task cards give their open-ended play a clear, educational focus. STEM-Infused: Effortlessly blends fine motor practice with spatial reasoning as students figure out how to flip, rotate, and align the tiles to match the picture.
Author Magical smart teaching
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Tags Summer Activities, Magnet Tiles, Fine Motor Skills, Task Cards, Summer Centers, Preschool Centers, Kindergarten Centers, Morning Tubs, STEM Activities, Hands On Learning
2nd Grade Summer Math Review Workbook & Games Pack
Math, End Of Year, Holidays, Holiday & Seasonal, August, Months, July, June, Summer, Seasons, Grade 2, Games, Activities, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools, Worksheets & Printables
Keep math skills strong all summer with this fun and easy-to-use 2nd Grade Summer Math Review Workbook & Games Pack! This engaging resource includes 62 printable math activities and 4 interactive games that help students review important 2nd grade math skills and get ready for 3rd grade. Students practice place value, addition and subtraction, regrouping, fractions, geometry, measurement, time, money, word problems, and more through simple daily activities and hands-on learning. The workbook is divided into 4 weekly sections for organized summer review. It also includes math journal pages, a Certificate of Math Mastery, a full answer key, and a helpful Teacher’s Guide with pacing tips, differentiation strategies, assessment tools, and parent communication templates. Learning is made entertaining and engaging with printable games like Math Spinner Adventure, Race to 100, Fraction Memory Match, and Number Bingo. Ideal for math centers, independent practice, homework, summer school, tutoring, homeschooling, intervention groups, and year-end review. This no-prep tool develops math confidence and problem-solving abilities while preventing summer learning loss.
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Tags End Of Year, Summer, Review, Math, Worksheet, Lesson, Plan
1st Grade Summer ELA Review Workbook & Games Pack
ELA, End Of Year, Holidays, Holiday & Seasonal, August, Months, July, June, Summer, Seasons, Grade 1, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools, Games, Activities, Worksheets & Printables
This fun 1st Grade Summer ELA Review Workbook & Games Pack will help you maintain excellent reading and writing abilities over the summer! Through engaging, planned activities and interactive games, this complete literacy resource helps first graders practice phonics, sight words, reading comprehension, grammar, and writing skills while preventing summer learning loss and maintaining student motivation. This print-and-go summer review packet contains four downloadable literacy games, a summer reading log, a teaching guide, an answer key, a certificate of accomplishment, and sixty-two student workbook exercises arranged into four weeks of ELA practice. Through interesting, age-appropriate exercises, students study short vowel sounds, CVC words, rhyming, word families, sight words, reading comprehension, sequencing, grammar, punctuation, sentence composition, and creative writing. Phonics, sight words, reading comprehension, and writing abilities are all covered in the workbook's simple weekly themes. Incorporated activities like Sight Word Bingo, CVC Word Race, Rhyming Memory Match, and ELA Spinner Adventure make learning engaging and enjoyable while reinforcing fundamental literacy skills. For summer school, tutoring, reading centers, independent practice, homeschooling, morning work, or end-of-year review, teachers and parents adore the adaptable framework. This resource helps kids maintain critical first-grade ELA abilities, gain confidence, and form healthy summer reading habits before beginning second grade with its clear pacing, tailored support, and Common Core alignment.
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Tags Summer, Review, End Of Year, Ela, Lesson, Plan, Worksheet
Hot Air Balloon Ride One Page Paper Craft Activities
Creative Arts, Art, Holiday & Seasonal, Summer, Seasons, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities, Crafts, Projects
Hot Air Balloon Paper Craft | Easy One-Page Art Project for Summer Need a fun, quick, engaging paper craft for your classroom or homeschool? This hot air balloon activity is perfect! Learners will practice fine motor skills and creativity as they color, cut, and craft their own hot air balloon picture. Display finished projects in your classroom or portfolio. Differentiation included with three lined writing prompts so students can write about their process at their level. Use for whole group crafts, centers , sub plans, independent work, and more! Five printable pages: one craft template, one coloring page, three writing prompts with drawing spaces. Easy prep and instructions make this a go-to craft for any time of year. Check out other simple one-page crafts at the links below! Thank you for supporting small businesses and using this creative resource in your classroom. Like this resource? Check out more paper crafts: Adorable Acorn One Page Paper Craft Smiling Snail One Page Paper Craft Spring Landscape One Page Paper Craft Beach Landscape One Page Paper Craft Jolly Reindeer One Page Paper Craft Thanks for downloading Doodle Thinks resources. Have fun crafting!
Author Doodle Thinks
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Tags Coloring, Writing, Craft, Paper Craft, Summer, Hot Air Balloon, Bird, Fine Motor Skills, Scissor Skills, Art Project
Cinco de Mayo Read and Draw Activity
Creative Arts, ELA, Language Development, Reading, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Cinco De Mayo, Seasons, Spring, Summer, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Coloring Pages, Classroom Decor, Bulletin Boards, Activities, Centers, Crafts
Spice up your classroom with this Cinco de Mayo Read and Draw Activity , perfect for K–2nd grade! This no-prep resource combines early reading skills with creativity, so your students can learn and have fun without turning your classroom into a glitter explosion. Each page includes a short, simple reading passage about Cinco de Mayo traditions, think mariachi music, colorful parades, and tasty tacos, followed by a drawing prompt that lets students illustrate what they’ve read. It’s like a fiesta for their brains and crayons! Ways to Use: Morning work with extra flavor Literacy centers with a dash of culture Art + ELA combo lesson (because two birds, one worksheet) Early finisher activity with purpose Sub plans that won’t make your sub run for the door Advantages: Builds reading comprehension through engaging prompts Fosters creativity while reinforcing cultural awareness Encourages fine motor skills in a fun and meaningful way Includes culturally respectful, age-appropriate content No prep required, just print and enjoy Pdf file includes 4 pages. Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Reading, Cinco De Mayo, Cinco De Mayo Craft, Cinco De Mayo Reading, Cinco De Mayo Coloring, Drawing, Crafts, Spring Craft, Coloring
Spring Craft Activity - Flower in a Pot
Creative Arts, Graphic Arts, Fine Arts, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Earth Day, Mother's Day, Seasons, Spring, Summer, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Coloring Pages, Activities, Centers, Crafts, Classroom Decor, Bulletin Boards, Door Decor, Posters
Ah, spring, when the birds sing, the allergies flare, and your students suddenly have the attention span of a butterfly. Enter the Spring Craft Activity: Flower in a Pot , your go-to for turning wild energy into something cute, colorful, and (dare we say) educational. This low-prep, high-fun activity gives kids the chance to color , cut , and glue their way to a blooming masterpiece. Each flower-pot combo is a proud little work of art that says, “Yes, I created this, and I only used a tiny bit of glue on my sleeve.” It’s the perfect combo of creativity and fine motor skill practice, all without requiring glitter or a cleanup crew. How to Use: ✔️ Craft stations during springtime chaos ✔️ Art extension for your plant life cycle unit ✔️ Fine motor fun for scissor and glue practice ✔️ Bulletin board-ready spring displays ✔️ An “I’m done!” activity that doesn’t involve asking you 47 questions Why It’s a Win: 🌼 Encourages creativity and independence 🌼 Helps build focus and motor skills 🌼 Adds cheerful color to your classroom 🌼 Keeps kids busy (and proud of it) 🌼 No prep stress, just print, pass out, and smile Pdf file includes 9 pages.
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Spring, Spring Coloring, Spring Crafts, Spring Activities, Flowers, Flower Craft, Fine Motor Skills, Cut And Glue, Coloring, Craft Activities
End of Year Memories Activity
Creative Arts, Graphic Arts, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, End Of Year, Seasons, Summer, ELA, Writing, Creative Writing, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Writing Prompts, Activities, Centers, Crafts, Classroom Decor, Bulletin Boards, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans
Celebrate the end of the school year with a fun, reflective, and creative activity your students will love! This End of Year Memories resource helps students look back on their favorite experiences through writing and drawing. With prompts like “The Best Games to Play at Recess,” “The Funniest Moment,” and “A Trip I Liked the Most,” students get to share their unique stories, and maybe remind you of just how much they actually were paying attention this year! Ways to Use: End-of-year writing project Morning work or fast finisher task Bulletin board display or portfolio piece Class discussion starter or memory book page Advantages: Encourages reflection and creativity Builds writing and drawing skills Low-prep and ready to print Great for all elementary levels (K–5) Creates a fun, meaningful keepsake Helps with classroom closure and celebration Perfect for winding down the year while keeping minds active and hearts full. Bonus: students get to relive their favorite memories, and you might finally find out what really happened during that infamous field trip. Pdf file includes 1 page. Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags End Of Year, End Of Year Activities, End Of Year Craft, End Of Year Writing, Writing Prompts, Writing Centers, Spring Activities, Summer Activities
Kitchen Help Day : Write a Story - Mother's Day Activity
ELA, Writing, Creative Writing, Language Development, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Seasons, Mother's Day, Spring, Summer, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Worksheets & Printables, Writing Prompts, Activities, Centers, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans
Helping in the kitchen sounds sweet… until flour’s flying, the dog’s licking pancake batter, and someone accidentally uses salt instead of sugar. This “Write a Story: Kitchen Help Day” Mother’s Day Activity invites students to write a hilarious (or heartwarming) tale about helping Mom in the kitchen, and the unforgettable moments that follow. From making breakfast in bed to cooking up a surprise dinner, students can let their imaginations simmer. Will it be a recipe for success or a culinary catastrophe? Either way, it’s a great way to celebrate Mom with creativity, laughter, and a dash of storytelling. Ways to Use: Writing activity for your Mother’s Day lesson Literacy center or small group station Morning work or early finisher option Paired with a handmade recipe card or drawing Take-home writing gift for Mother’s Day Advantages: Strengthens narrative writing and sequencing skills Encourages creativity and humor Fosters appreciation and empathy for moms (and all they clean up!) No prep, just print and pass out Suitable for all elementary grade levels Makes a meaningful, giggle-worthy keepsake Pdf file includes 2 pages. Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Writing, Writing Prompts, Writing Centers, Written Expression, Mothers Day, Mothers Day Writing, End Of Year, End Of Year Writing, End Of Year Activities
Summer Word List Posters (PDF)
ELA, Language Development, Resources for Teachers, Vocabulary, Spelling, ESL, Summer, Seasons, Holiday & Seasonal, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Teacher Tools, Centers, Activities, Posters, Classroom Decor
Word List Poster Series This word list poster series is designed for students in grades 2–5. Each printable focuses on a clear, kid-friendly theme and features 8 target vocabulary words with short, student-friendly meanings or fun facts. The clean layout works as both an anchor chart and a write-in sheet, giving students a quick, visual reference they can revisit during centers and independent work. These posters are student-friendly, classroom-ready, and perfect for warmups, vocabulary walls, sub plans, or take-home reference. Display a single poster to support the day’s lesson, or group several to build a themed wall across your unit. Note: Each poster is a companion piece to its matching themed product in the series—pair it with the corresponding maze, wordsearch, or activity pack for a consistent set of 8 focus words. Summer Word List 1. Summer Weather Sun, Hot, Sunny, Warm, Breeze, Rain, Thunderstorm, Shade 2. Fun Summer Activities Swimming, Surfing, Sandcastle, Camping, Hiking, Fishing, Water slide, Barbecue 3. Summer Clothes T-shirt, Shorts, Sandals, Swimsuit, Sunglasses, Sunhat, Flip-flops, Tank top 4. Summer Treats Ice cream, Popsicle, Lemonade, Watermelon, Snow cone, Smoothie, Hot dog, Fruit salad 5. Summer Places Beach, Pool, Park, Lake, Picnic area, Playground, Forest, Water park 6. Summer Nature Firefly, Butterfly, Grasshopper, Seagull, Palm tree, Seashell, Crab, Starfish PDF Version Other versions will appear here when available. Follow the store for the lastest on new products. How to Use These Word List Posters Perfect for: Morning work or early-finisher bins Vocabulary centers or anchor walls Holiday/seasonal review lessons Independent stations, sub plans, or take-home reference More Summer Themed Products CROSSWORDS WORD SEARCHES MAZES FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE Themed Word List Posters Links Addition PDF Animals PDF Around the Home PDF Birthday PDF Candy PDF Christmas PDF Cinco de Mayo PDF Clothes PDF Colors PDF Days and Months PDF Division PDF Earth Day PDF Easter PDF Easy Word List Posters PDF Fall PDF Father's Day PDF Food PDF Geography (Set 1) PDF Geography (Set 2) PDF Geography (Set 3) PDF Graduation PDF Health PDF History (Set 1) PDF History (Set 2) PDF History (Set 3) PDF Human Body PDF Kindness PDF Life Skills PDF Mother's Day PDF Multiplication PDF Science (Set 1) PDF Science (Set 2) PDF Science (Set 3) PDF Shapes PDF Social Skills PDF Spring PDF Sports PDF St. Patrick's Day PDF Subtraction PDF Summer PDF Thanksgiving PDF Transport PDF Valentine's Day PDF Winter PDF Word List Posters in Depth Structure Each poster is built around a focused sub-theme and presents 8 target words with short, student-friendly meanings or fun facts. The clean A4 portrait layout works as an anchor chart on your board or as a student reference at desks. These posters are designed as companion pieces to the matching themed products (mazes, wordsearches, activity packs), so the same vocabulary stays visible across your unit. Each poster set includes: A themed word list poster with 8 words + brief meanings/facts A clean, high-contrast layout for easy printing and display Space that can double as write-in/draw-to-show-meaning during centers Themes Included Seasons & Holidays (e.g., Halloween, Easter, Valentine’s Day) Everyday Topics (e.g., Animals, Weather, School) Math & Science Connections (e.g., Number Words, Simple Machines) Special Units (e.g., Health, Earth Day, Sports, Kindness) Each topic reflects real-life experiences and interests while strengthening vocabulary recognition and content understanding in a clear, visual way. Easy extensions (optional) Sketch it: students draw a quick icon for each word Sort it: group words by category (e.g., actions, objects) Star it: highlight “I already know” vs. “I’m learning” words Match it: point to examples in a reading, video, or picture set Say it: brief oral definition or example sentence during share-out Differentiation tips Pre-teach 2–3 anchor words; add the rest later in the week Offer picture cues or gestures for emerging readers/ELLs Let students choose 4 of 8 to focus on first, then build up Color-code by part of speech or concept family for quick scanning For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
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Tags Vocabulary, Spelling, Summer, Summer Weather, Summer Clothes, Summer Nature, Posters, Word Lists, Summer Posters, Ela Word Lists
Summer Coloring Pages - Set 2
Creative Arts, Art, Graphic Arts, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, End Of Year, Seasons, Summer, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Coloring Pages, Teacher Tools, Classroom Decor, Bulletin Boards, Activities, Centers
Summer Coloring Pages are a great way to bring some summer vibes into your classroom as the school year winds down. Filled with bright and cheerful pictures like beaches, ice cream, and sunny days, these coloring pages give students a chance to relax and get creative while thinking about all the fun summer plans ahead. How You Can Use Them: As a calm activity during those busy last days of school During indoor recess or free time to keep kids happily occupied In art centers or as part of a summer-themed lesson To send home with students as a fun summer project To decorate your classroom with colorful student artwork Why Teachers Love Them: They’re super easy to use; just print and go Help students develop fine motor skills in a fun way Give kids a chance to unwind and enjoy some low-pressure creativity Get students excited about summer while still in the classroom Perfect for a wide range of ages and skill levels Pdf file includes 5 pages. Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Coloring, Coloring Pages, Summer Coloring, Summer Coloring Pages, End Of Year, End Of Year Activities, End Of Year Coloring Pages, Summer Activities
Mother's Day Printable Questionnaire "All About My Mom"
ELA, Language Development, Writing, Creative Writing, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Mother's Day, Seasons, Spring, Summer, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Writing Prompts, Activities, Centers, Crafts, Classroom Decor, Bulletin Boards, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans
Get ready for giggles, heart-melting answers, and adorable artwork! This Mother’s Day Printable Questionnaire lets students reflect on everything they love about their moms, or the special women in their lives. With fun sentence prompts like “My mom’s favorite food is...” and “She always says...,” kids fill in the blanks with their best guesses (or hilarious interpretations). Plus, there’s space to draw a picture of themselves with mom and color the design to make it gift-ready! Ideal for elementary grades , this no-prep activity is sweet, simple, and guaranteed to bring joy to families. 💡 Ways to Use: Morning work before Mother’s Day Class gifts to send home Keepsake portfolio project Bulletin board display Part of a Mother’s Day celebration ✅ Advantages: Promotes writing and self-expression Builds observation and detail skills Fun and personal gift-making Supports creativity and fine motor practice Easy for teachers, print and go! Pdf file includes 1 page. Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Mothers Day, Mothers Day Questionnaire, All About, All About My Mom, Mothers Day Craft, Mothers Day Crafts, Crafts, End Of Year Activities
Spring Coloring Activity 6
Creative Arts, Graphic Arts, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Months, Seasons, Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Coloring Pages, Activities, Centers, Crafts, Classroom Decor, Bulletin Boards, Posters
Spring is in the air, and so is the excitement of young artists ready to bring the season to life! This Spring Coloring Activity is the perfect way to keep kids engaged while also guiding them through a fun and creative experience . With two pages included —one for free coloring and another with a helpful guide—kids can follow along or let their imagination run wild (because who says a butterfly can’t be polka-dotted?). What’s Included? ✅ 1 Coloring Page – Featuring adorable spring-themed illustrations like flowers, butterflies, and sunshine. ✅ 1 Guided Coloring Page – Helps kids with color suggestions while still encouraging creativity. Ways to Use: ✔ Morning Work – A calm and engaging way to start the day. ✔ Early Finisher Activity – Keeps fast finishers busy with something fun. ✔ Science & Art Connection – Talk about spring while kids color! ✔ Indoor Recess or Calm Corner – Perfect for rainy days or quiet moments. ✔ Bulletin Board Display – Turn your classroom into a spring wonderland! Why You’ll Love It: ✔ No prep – Just print and go! ✔ Encourages creativity with gentle guidance. ✔ Mess-free fun (no glue, no paint, no disasters!). Let your students celebrate spring one colorful masterpiece at a time! 🌷🎨
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
Tags Coloring, Spring Coloring, Coloring Worksheets, Spring Pages, Spring Activities, Coloring Pages, Coloring Activity, Spring Decor, Spring