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Prepare your fifth-grade students for middle school science with projects that stimulate interest and ingenuity. Activities include exploring chemical reactions, studying ecosystems, and investigating human biology. By integrating these projects into your lessons, you can nurture scientific inquiry and readiness for more complex studies.
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Emil Erlenmeyer – The Scientist Behind the Famous Flask
Life Sciences, Science, STEM, Social Studies, Biographies, Inventors, Basic Science, Physics, Chemistry, Technology, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, Worksheets, Worksheets & Printables, Quizzes, Quizzes and Tests, Teacher Tools, Projects, Activities
Emil Erlenmeyer – The Scientist Behind the Famous Flask Comprehension Activities A short informational text and classroom task set for grades 7–10 🧪📘 (PDF + H5P) ⚗️📘 A printable and digital resource for grades 7–10 science and cross-curricular teaching 🧪🧠 This resource introduces students to Emil Erlenmeyer, a chemist best known for designing the Erlenmeyer flask – a piece of lab equipment still used every day in schools and laboratories around the world. Beyond the flask, he also made important contributions to the understanding of chemical structures and reactions. The text is written in clear, student-friendly language and offers a good opportunity to connect science content with the people behind the discoveries. I’ve used this kind of material in lessons where students are learning about lab equipment, scientific processes, or simply getting to know the history of chemistry. What’s included: A short informational text about Emil Erlenmeyer A printable student profile to summarize key facts Quiz questions based on the text (with answer key) Two extension tasks for extra practice or early finishers: – Students create their own questions – Exchange and answer partner questions Available formats: – PDF (print and digital use) – DOCX (editable text version) – H5P version for digital platforms (without images) How to use it in class: Students begin by reading the text – individually, in pairs, or as a group. They then complete the profile and quiz questions. The optional tasks work well in partner work or as a small extension activity. The structure is easy to follow and also works in substitute lessons, even when the substitute isn’t a science teacher. The H5P version can be used in digital classrooms or assigned as a self-paced homework activity with built-in feedback. No prep is needed – just print or upload and start. A simple way to connect everyday classroom science with the people who shaped it. Have fun exploring the world of science with your students! Warmly, Lernfitness Did You Know? I teach with a certified therapy dog, and together we focus on creating a positive and inspiring learning environment.
Author Lernfitness
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Tags Science, Famous Scientists Lesson, H5P, Interactive Science Exercises, STEM, Scientists, Chemistry, Emil Erlenmeyer, Erlenmeyer Flask, Lab
Desert Island Simulation Activity
Social Studies, Sociology, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Projects
Sociology in Practice: Island Simulation Teacher Guide Thank you so much for having purchased my simulation activity and materials. In my experience, simulations have been the best way to make content come to life in the classroom to create enduring learning. This specific simulation was designed to start my sociology course off. I reference it throughout the semester when discussing big ideas like power dynamics, social desirability, and social institutions. I think this simulation also works well at the end of the course. It can also be easily adapted by changing the questions up a little to work in a government class, a psychology class, or a leadership class. Ultimately, I’ve found simulations like this work best as a template of sorts– it is creativity in the classroom that really brings them to life! Have fun! Chronological Directions 1.As a first step, if possible, I like to arrange the room in a way that creates separation between the 4 groups (or however many groups you choose to have). The ideal group size I’ve found to be between 5 and 7. This allows for diversity of opinion and a talkative environment, but doesn’t result in as many students not participating. As always, balancing student personalities is often a good strategy if you know your students well already. 2.Day 1. First, take some time to overview the simulation. I recommend displaying slides 2-7 on opening day and take your time answering questions. Most questions can be answered on your own discretion. For example, “is there hope of rescue?” you can answer in any fashion. Or not answer! A common question you will likely be asked is “how did we get a map for an island we didn’t know existed”? To which I usually respond, “magic!”. 3.Next, give students (or assign on Google Classroom, if applicable) the Day 1 Worksheet. The worksheet will walk students through the tasks of the first day, which include naming their village, creating 10 rules for their new society, deciding how power will be wielded in the community (Pure democracy? Dictatorship? Oiligarchy?), and how they will explore the land. That, paired with discussion, should wrap up day 1 depending on the length of your periods. 4.In between Day 1 and 2 you will want to gather announcements. I like to get creative and respond to what students discussed yesterday. For example, what happened to the scouts they sent out? Did they simply disappear? How did the people respond to the newest 10 rules? Was there a mutiny? Were the scouts met by hostile locals? Did the scouts discover additional food or clean drinking water? Were they able to meet up with another group? If so, are there talks to combine the two villages? If so, who will retain power? The possibilities are quite literally limitless. 5.Day 2. Make sure to hand out the Day 2 Worksheet. Start by making the announcements you decided on based off of day 1. Additionally, announce that a few people are seriously hurt from the crash and some seem to have fallen ill. The medical area is over-run, and the leader(s) need to establish who gets priority for medical attention. Students can then decide what will happen to rule breakers, what the plan is for food and shelter, and if there is time, they can draw or create a layout of their simple village. 6.Again, in between Day 2 and 3 you will think of and possibly write down announcements. All the prior possibilities are in play and more! The mingling between groups tends to create the most fun classroom environments, I think. 7.Day 3. Make sure to hand out the Day 3 Worksheet. Presumably the simulation could go on longer, but this is the last day with provided materials. Make your written announcements, and also announce that a small child who speaks no English has entered their villages and pointed out “Hobbes Cave” on their maps. I named the cave after Thomas Hobbes, so I think it is fair game for bad things to happen to scouts sent to explore there. Totally up to you, however. Continue to press students on things like the structure of their society, power dynamics, and their interactions with other groups or lack thereof. 8.Day 4. I like to spend one day at the end as a reflection day. I start by announcing how the game ended and explaining how the game relates to content we will learn this year (or have already learned). I also assign the Day 4 Worksheet to collect reflections. 9.Make any adjustments or additions as needed, and feel free to provide me feedback on the project! I really enjoyed making it and hope you enjoy it too. With further questions, reach out to me at tristanjbernhard@gmail.com . Take A Look At More Of My Best Sellers: Language Development Slides & Guided Notes Crash Course Sociology Episode 15 Worksheet Gender Roles & Gender Socialization Slides & Guided Notes Enjoy More From My Store Here: Active Social Studies
Author Ed Dynamic
Tags Small Group, Google Classroom, Community, Sociology, Role Play, Critical Thinking
AI for Kids: Understanding Artificial Intelligence Book
Science, Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Special Resources, Life Skills, Special Education Needs (SEN), STEM, Research, Resources for Teachers, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Projects, Activities, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans, Presentations, Literacy Readers, Quizzes and Tests, Quizzes, Tests
Uncover the amazing world of Artificial Intelligence with AI for Kids by Syed Hammad Rizvi – the best easy to read and conceptual book about what AI is for kids! This 315 page long book has no coding requirement; instead, it presents many complicated ideas such as; machine learning, algorithms, deep learning, data patterns, ethical AI & bias, quantum computing, autonomous vehicles, robotics, and The Future of AI (including the singularity and AGI) in an interesting and fun way by using many familiar analogies that can be easily understood (i.e. Lego sorting, riding a bike, master cooks). AI for Kids is perfect for kids who want to learn how Siri, Netflix recommendations, facial recognition, and ChatGPT actually work without any programming or technical knowledge! There are 151 short chapters filled with real-life examples appropriate for children, and the information in these chapters empowers children. The book can be used as a tool to create interest in STEM subjects, or as an educational resource to be used at home, school, in after-school STEM clubs, or at night before bed to build AI literacy and inspire future generations of innovators, ethicists, and thinkers! Keywords: AI, kids, artificial intelligence, machine learning simply explained, neural networks beginners, ethical AI & the future of AI, no coding AI, STEM children 8-14. Here's what Parents & Schools find appealing about this Read: - No technical overwhelm – just follow AI concepts with relatable analogies to make it easy to understand & fun for kids. - Covers every aspect of AI within 151 bite-sized chapters (history, how AI learns, applications in health care, gaming & robotics, ethics, bias, jobs of the future) – this one book replaces the need for many resources. - Build early critical thinking skills and digital citizenship skills by getting children thinking critically about AI choices, identifying biased information, and preparing children for careers related to AI. - Very versatile for classroom/homeschooling use – short chapters, discussion prompts, & real-life examples are well-suited to be used as part of lessons/projects or for independent reading. - Future-proof & aspirational – encourages children to believe they can influence AI positively, while dreaming of careers such as “AI Ethicist" or "Human-AI Team Coordinator." Target Audience (Based on Complete Analysis of Book): The title and content are explicitly created for kids, with simple formats (analogies, short chapters), questions and real-life examples being used throughout all 151 chapters (from basics at Chapter 1 to complex concepts such as singularity, quantum AI, bias, ethics and future impact in the other chapters). The content continually uses easy-to-understand language to help engage kids, even through some of the most trying sections (example of AGI: like a true thinker who could write novels and create music; bias, using the analogy of a warped photograph; and food science using the analogy of a digital chef). While the book does not provide any required ages/grades, the depth of material (differentiating between narrow/general AI, explaining XAI, discussing the predictive policing debate, interdisciplinary teams, and impact on society) and no requirement of coding make it appropriate for children age 8-14 (grades 3-8 / upper elementary and middle school). Younger children (grades 3-5) will enjoy the fun stories and introduction of subject matter, while older children (grades 6-8) will understand the ethical aspects of these technologies and their potential future career opportunities as well as understand how these technologies apply to the real world and benefit society through further learning. This book would be a good resource for homeschoolers, teachers, gifted programs and any student who has an interest in technology. It will be too basic for high school students but will provide a solid foundation and valuable supplemental material. Copyright Terms: This book is protected by copyright as established by Syed Hammad Rizvi. This material is intended for individual use and for use in a single classroom. You cannot modify, distribute, or sell this material. In other words, you can’t post this material online where it has the potential of being found & downloaded by others. If you would like to share this material with teachers, please purchase an additional license from Teachsimple. Thank you for your cooperation with these copyright terms! This product is gratefully provided by Syed Hammad Rizvi.
Author Creative Book Store
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Tags ArtificialIntelligence, STEM, STEMeducation, KidsSTEM, HomeschoolSTEM, TeacherResources, NeuralNetworksForKids, ChatGPTforKids, AIethicsForKids, FutureOfAI
Steve Jobs Biography Set | Integrated Study | Sub Plan
ELA, Social Studies, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Science, Inventors, Grade 3, 4, 5, Activities, Projects
This Steve Jobs Biography Set is a fun and engaging study about the life, contributions, achievements and legacy of Steve Jobs. Created for 3rd to 5th primary level learners, EFL/ESL, and homeschoolers, this resource is a meaningful and diverse tool to have in subjects associated with English Language Arts, Science, and Social Studies. This resource contains the following: •Steve Jobs Reading Passage (Steve Jobs: The Inventor of Apple) •3 The Inventor of Apple Reading Comprehension Exercises •3 The Inventor of Apple Research Activities •Steve Jobs Pop-Up Board Project With the reading passage, the students will learn the biography of Steve Jobs and equip them with the necessary knowledge to accomplish and practice their language skills for the reading comprehension activities. The accompanying research activities encourage the learners to find out more about Steve Jobs in any other resources like their schoolbooks or the internet. The pop-up board project is another form of assessment tool that can be used to after the lessons about the biography of Steve Jobs. This hands-on, creative project can be done as an individual or group project for the learners to have a concrete expression of what they have learned. Thus, the reading passage, comprehension works, and research activities are ways for students to accomplish the project. This resource can be used in so many way. First, the activities can be used as supplemental tool in teaching biographies of notable people, specifically of Steve Jobs. The whole set can also be a useful inclusion for sub plans or any other teacher-emergencies that may arise. The pop-up board project can also be a great addition as show pieces for open house events or as classroom decorations.
Author It's Teacher L
Tags Steve Jobs, Steve Jobs Biography, Biography, Reading Comprehension, ESL/EFL
Father's Day Narrative Writing Guide!
ELA, Writing, Creative Writing, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Projects
Honor your father by transforming him into a superhero in your very own action-adventure tale! Our collection of narrative writing guides aims to facilitate the journey from "conceptualization to completion" by allowing students' creativity to ignite their writing, instead of the other way around. Unlike many traditional creative writing tasks, our Father's Day guide initiates the process by encouraging students to make straightforward and enjoyable decisions about the fundamental aspects of their narrative even before they begin to jot down their ideas or start typing! You'll be amazed at how simply your students will be able to craft their own Father's Day narrative. Beginning with straightforward directions, examples, and tips, students will then be able to plan out their story using multiple choice characterization options, short answer plotting devices, and map-drawing activity. An outlining guidance completes the narrative planning process. By then, students will be excited to start drafting their story. A clear peer edit activity is included with this resource, as well as a Common Core-tied rubric. Perfect as an instant sub plan (just print and leave on your desk!) or as a foundation for a week-long writing project, your download provides: A storyboard template guiding students in choosing their plot's setting, protagonist, character development, antagonist, and conflict (little to no writing needed!) A research table to help students flesh out their narrative details A narrative structuring exercise allowing students to use their storyboard's guidelines to commence drafting their narrative A Father's Day narrative writing task sheet featuring descriptions of well-known family tales, a calendar for setting due dates, general tips for narrative writing, a checklist for peer editing of fantasy writing, and a grading rubric aligned with FOUR Common Core standards This 4-page lesson is offered in both full color and black & white versions Although this resource can be fitted for any secondary Language Arts classroom, it has been carefully designed to work best in grades 7, 8, 9, and 10. The included rubric is subtly but specifically tied to Common Core ELA Standards for Language (1 and 2), Reading Literature (2), and Writing (3, 4, and 5). This resource is provided in print-ready, bookmarked, and adjustable PDF files and PowerPoint Show files. This resource contains 4 pages.
Author The Language of Educational Art, LLC
Tags Creative, Essay, Rubric, Narrative
Hands On Map Skills: Cross Curricular Project to Teach Map Skills (Grades 2-4)
Social Studies, Geography, Grade 2, 3, 4, Activities, Projects
The Hands On Map Skills cross-curricular project teaches essential map skills to grades 2-4 in an engaging, hands-on way. Students study real maps to learn important features like continents, oceans, countries, states, landforms, climate, and more. After building this foundation, students create their own local community map with roads, landmarks, geographical features, and other details. Finally, the class works together on a large world map with differentiated jobs to reinforce learning. This social studies focused project also connects to reading, as students use maps to answer questions, and math, as they use rounding and estimation. With detailed lesson plans , formative assessments, a full supply list, suggested books, and more, the Hands On Map Skills project brings maps to life for students instead of solely relying on dull worksheets.
Author Beyond Traditional Math
Tags Hands On, Map Skills, Social Studies, Cross Curricular, Project, Integrated, Geography, Reading, Math
Horror Writing Narrative Step-by-Step Guide
ELA, Writing, Creative Writing, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, Activities, Projects
Guide your students through their upcoming creative writing task with this systematic horror narrative writing manual. Unlike many creative writing modules, this horror-oriented guide kick-starts the process by prompting students to make enjoyable and straightforward choices about their story's key components before they even pick up a pen or start typing! You'll be amazed at how simply your students will be able to craft their own horror narrative. Beginning with straightforward directions, examples, and tips, students will then be able to plan out their story using multiple choice characterization options, short answer plotting devices, and map-drawing activity. An outlining guidance completes the narrative planning process. By then, students will be excited to start drafting their story. A clear peer edit activity is included with this resource, as well as a Common Core-tied rubric. Whether it serves as a swift substitute lesson plan (just print and leave on your desk!) or as a foundation for a week-long writing project, your download comes with: A narrative mapping template, assisting students in choosing their horror context, protagonist, character evolution, antagonist, and conflict (with minimal writing needed!) A research chart to aid students in fleshing out the specifics of their narrative A narrative outlining activity, enabling students to use their map's visual cues to initiate drafting their narrative A horror narrative writing task outline, inclusive of synopses of renowned horror tales, a calendar for due dates, general tips for narrative writing, a peer editing checklist for horror writing, and a grading rubric based on FOUR Common Core standards A hyperlink to an editable rubric that offers scope for grading adjustments and smooth integration into Google Classroom and various other Learning Management Systems (LMS's) The complete 4-page lesson is available in both vibrant color and monochrome versions. Although this resource can be fitted for any secondary Language Arts classroom, it has been carefully designed to work best in grades 7, 8, 9, and 10. The included rubric is subtly but specifically tied to Common Core ELA Standards for Language (1 and 2), Reading Literature (2), and Writing (3, 4, and 5). This resource is provided in print-ready, bookmarked, and adjustable PDF files and PowerPoint Show files. This resource contains 4 pages.
Author The Language of Educational Art, LLC
Tags Creative, Narrative, Rubric, Essay
Emotional Intelligence Building Blocks - Social Emotional Learning
Life Studies, Career, Research, Life Skills, Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Special Education Needs (SEN), Speech Therapy, Grade 3, 4, 5, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Teacher Tools, Projects, Centers, Assessments, Lesson Plans, Outlines, Presentations, Rubrics, Quizzes and Tests
Uncover the best social emotional learning (SEL) curriculum for grades 3-6 in "Emotional Intelligence Building Blocks - Social Emotional Learning" by Syed Hammad Rizvi, especially designed for elementary-school-going children. With a total of 432 pages of in-depth information, this book maximizes 8- to 12-year-olds' ability to handle their internal world of emotions while developing high-quality social skills, such as mastering personal management skills and responsible decision-making. Full of exciting topics in each installments like recognizing happiness, sadness, anger, fear, and many more, this social emotional learning middle school workbook delves deep into self-awareness, self-management tools like journaling, breathing exercises, goal setting, social awareness with a focus on empathy, body language, and cultural differences. Designed to be highly beneficial for homeschoolers, classroom teaching, or family usage, this social-emotional learning middle school curriculum not only provides exercises to handle conflicts, make friends, and enhance positive thinking but is specifically designed to help in overcoming emotional difficulties by teaching kids to be emotionally intelligent individuals throughout their lives. It is a highly recommended teaching tool for all parents, tutors, and teachers looking for scientifically valid emotional intelligence exercises to be performed by kids in their classroom. Why Parents/Schools Love It: In-Depth SEL Resource: Provides students with a clear continuum of skills from recognizing emotions to applying concepts in a real-life setting. Helps students learn to be resilient, empathetic, and effective conflict resolvers. Practical and Engaging Tools: This category includes solutions such as journaling, breathing exercises, and goal-setting tasks, which require minimal effort to perform in the comfort of one's home or an educational setting in order to promote instant emotional development. Encourages Positive Relations: Deals with skills like listening, boundary marking, and celebrating diversity. Has the effect of reducing misbehavior and increasing positive associations with family, friends, and the broader community. Aligned with Educational Standards: Based on the principles of Emotional Intelligence, the resource is useful for both homeschooling and classroom education as it impacts academic success, health, and bullying intervention. Empowering for Lifelong Skills: It promotes self-discovery and optimistic outlooks, arming children with skills to conquer life's obstacles, resulting in happier and more confident people as manifested in parent and teacher feedbacks. Target Classes/Students : Based on the complete analysis of the content, structure, language, and examples in the book, it is ideally targeted at students in grades 3 to 6 (usually between 8-12 years old). The content uses vocabulary suitable for this age group, scenarios that are easy for students of this age to relate to, such as school challenges and playground and family dynamics, and progresses gradually from simple emotion identification to complex issues such as ethical dilemmas and community involvement. The introductory tone assumes basic reading skills without burdening the younger reader, while the substance in the later chapters on self-awareness and social dynamics fits well with the upper elementary levels. It could extend to advanced grade 2 students or remedial grade 7, but the core focus is perfectly in tune with middle childhood development stages emphasized in the book. Copyright/Terms of Use : This Book was copyrighted by Syed Hammad Rizvi. This resource is to be used only for personal and single-classroom use only. You are not to alter or redistribute any part of this resource or sell this resource. In other words, do not put this resource on the Internet where it could be downloaded. If you would like to share this resource with others, you can purchase other licenses through Teachsimple. Thank you so much for your cooperation! This product is happily brought to you by Syed Hammad Rizvi
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Tags EmotionalIntelligenceBuildingBlocks, SocialEmotionalLearning, SELForKids, EmotionalIntelligenceForChildren, SELCurriculum, EmotionalRegulationForKids, BuildingEmpathyInChildren, KidsEmotionalWellbeing, ElementarySELActivities
Grandparents Day Step-by-Step Narrative Writing Guide!
ELA, Writing, Creative Writing, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Projects
The Grandparents Day Step-by-Step Narrative Writing Guide is a marvelous teaching resource that cultivates an engaging and productive writing habitat for students. This innovative guide incites learners to honor their grandparents by scripting their personal narratives rooted in either real or imagined family experiences. It's perfect for grade 6 to grade 12 students looking forward to enriching their language arts and creative writing skills. This distinctive narrative guide has a unique structure, designed to be student-driven rather than instructor-led. Its method starts by stirring the imagination of students to boot up their narrative journey naturally. Thus, learners commence with making some interesting light-hearted decisions about significant parts of their story before grabbing a pen or typing on the keyboard. Prompting educators would be amazed at how swiftly pupils can deliver narratives about grandparents using this instructive guide in place. The provision of crystal clear instructions compounded with practical examples and insights allows learners to effectively outline details like characteristics of characters employing multi-choice options. Learners can build up the plot leveraging brief response crafting mechanisms along with participating in map-drawing tasks—a peculiar yet extremely efficient technique of visualizing stories. Inclusion of comparison scenarios gives due importance to research—students are challenged with exploring what life was like when grandparents were young. Once story drafting initiates guided by an intensive overview given earlier—the result pledges sheer excellence! A rigorous peer-editing activity also fosters critical thinking amongst peers during this project’s whole execution process. Assessment measures are a pivotal part of learning that has been considered while formulating this product—A Common Core-tied rubric simplifies grading facilitating both student self- assessment and teacher evaluation—an affirmative stride towards enhancing future compositions! No need for worries if colour printers are inaccessible; all four strong lesson pages also are available in grayscale! Furthermore, this resource not only serves as fast-forward substitute plans, but it can also shape up to the base of week-long writing assignments. Final Thoughts: Utilizing robust tools like character multiple-choice options, plot mechanisms using short responses and a map-drawing adventure along with significant peer reviews is an unbeatable formula for an exhilarating, instructional and practical learning composition session. The Grandparents Day Step-by-Step Narrative Writing Guide is truly a priceless asset for educators striving to magnify imaginative skills amongst students while preserving precious memories between generations.
Author The Language of Educational Art, LLC
Tags Grandparents, Narrative Writing, Creative Writing, Family Stories, Character Development
Aladdin Lapbook Project Reading & Writing Activities Grade 3 4 5 ELA
ELA, ESL, Language Development, Literature, Children’s Literature, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Strategies, Grade 3, 4, 5, Activities, Centers, Projects, Crafts
Take the fun in Aladdin's adventure to your reading class with this Aladdin Lapbook Project created for Grades 3, 4, 5, homeschoolers, and EFL/ESL learners. This meaningful and engaging reading project is perfect for ELA reading class, reading centers, project-based learning, and fairy tale units. What’s Inside: 3 Aladdin Lapbook Differentiated Reading Passages (Easy, Average, Hard) 4 Aladdin Lapbook Covers to Choose From (individual / group projects) 2 Aladdin Lapbook Name Pages 1 Aladdin Lapbook Inner Overlap 3 Aladdin Lapbook Story Summary Page Options 2 Aladdin Lapbook Story Message Pages 2 Aladdin Lapbook Story Sequence Pockets 6 Aladdin Lapbook Story Sequence Photocards 3 Aladdin Lapbook Story Sequence Sets (6 cards per set: Easy, Average, Hard) 6 Aladdin Lapbook Story Retell Cards 1 Aladdin Lapbook Character Traits Fold 1 Aladdin Lapbook Story Setting Fold 1 Aladdin Lapbook Additional Information Fold 1 Aladdin Lapbook Story Ratings Page 1 Aladdin Lapbook Personal Reflection Fold
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Tags Aladdin, Fairy Tale, ELA Project, Differentiated Reading, Reading Comprehension Project
Editable Parent Letter – Inform Families About Your School Dog
Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Resources, Social Skills, Special Education Needs (SEN), Life Skills, Animals, Life Sciences, Science, Classroom Management, Resources for Teachers, High School, Middle School, Elementary, Early Learning, Homeschool Resources, Not Grade Specific, Adult Education, Classroom Decor, Bulletin Boards, Projects, Activities, Door Decor, Presentations, Teacher Tools, Templates, Worksheets, Worksheets & Printables
Editable Parent Letter Inform Families About Your School Dog in a Clear & Supportive Way 🐶📄 Bringing a therapy dog into your school is an exciting step, but it’s important that parents feel informed, comfortable, and confident about how the dog will be integrated into school life. Whether your dog is in training or already a certified school therapy dog, this editable parent letter gives you a professional yet approachable way to communicate with families. Save time with a ready-to-use structure, while still being able to personalize details to fit your specific school dog program. This letter template helps explain the purpose, benefits, and guidelines of having a school dog while addressing common parent questions and concerns. 🐾 What Makes This Parent Letter So Helpful? ✔ Saves You Time – A clear, structured letter that you can edit to match your school and dog’s situation. ✔ Three Customizable Versions – Whether your dog is in training or fully certified, choose the letter that fits best. ✔ Reassures Parents – Provides families with transparent information about safety, learning benefits, and school policies. ✔ Professional Yet Friendly – A warm, engaging tone that helps build trust with parents. ✔ Completely Editable – Customize in PowerPoint or Keynote, or print the ready-to-use PDF version. 📌 What’s Included? 📥 Three Different Parent Letter Versions: 📝 Therapy Dog in Training – A welcoming letter introducing the school dog’s role during training. 📑 Therapy Dog in Training (Formal Version) – A more structured, professional-style letter. 📜 Certified Therapy Dog – A letter that presents the fully trained dog and highlights its impact. 🎨 Design Options: ✔ Each version comes in five colors + a black-and-white option. 📌 Formats Included: 📄 PDF – Ready to print and use as-is. 🎞 PowerPoint & Keynote – Fully editable, allowing you to personalize names, school details, and policies. 💡 How to Use This Parent Letter 📍 Step 1: Choose the version that best fits your therapy dog program. 📍 Step 2: Edit the content (if needed) to include specific school information. 📍 Step 3: Print or email the letter to parents before introducing the dog. 📍 Step 4: Use it for school board approvals or staff meetings as a formal introduction. 💡 Bonus Tip: Laminate the letter and keep a copy in your classroom or school office for reference! 🌟 Why Teachers & Therapy Dog Handlers Love This Resource ✔ “This saved me so much time! I just edited the details, and it was ready to send.” ✔ “Parents felt reassured because everything was clearly explained.” ✔ “The different versions were perfect—I could choose the one that fit our situation best.” 🐶 Make Parent Communication Easy & Stress-Free! Having a therapy dog in school is a wonderful opportunity—but keeping parents informed is key. This editable parent letter gives you the perfect way to explain everything professionally, warmly, and clearly. 📥 Download now and confidently introduce your school dog to families! 🐾✨ 📍 Best wishes, Heike from Lernfitness Did You Know? I teach with a certified therapy dog, and together we create a positive and inspiring learning environment. 🐶✨
Author Lernfitness
Tags Therapy Dog, Animal-assisted Learning, Inclusive Education Tools, Therapy Dog Rules, Classroom Pet Guidelines, Therapy Dog In School, Social-emotional Learning, SEL, Dog, Parent Letter
CUT-OUT PICTURES OF FRUITS | 13 FREE ILLUSTRATIONS
Special Resources, Speech Therapy, Special Education Needs (SEN), Creative Arts, Montessori, Early Learning, Elementary, Not Grade Specific, Pre-K, Homeschool Resources, Worksheets & Printables, Projects, Activities, Drawing Templates & Outlines
CUT-OUT PICTURES OF FRUITS | 13 FREE ILLUSTRATIONS THIS RESOUECE HAVE 13 FREE PICTURES OF FRUITS FOR CUT-OUT. INFORMATION OF THE AUTHOR: 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! MAIN INFORMATION OR GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THIS PRODUCT: 1) 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. 2) What recommendations are there for making the most of this resource? To make the most of this resource, I recommend first analyzing it, then looking at the specific topic your student needs to learn and assess whether my resource addresses it. I also ask you to consider how you will print it. 3) Is this material up to date with the latest educational changes? Yes, this material primarily addresses all learning theories about children, which tell us that children should learn in an educational and fun way. SECONDARY AND COMPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: 1) What version does this document correspond to? This educational resource is designed in PDF format, which will make your download experience much simpler and easier to use. 2) Is the material designed in color or black and white? This document has been designed in color (if required) or is sometimes created in black and white to make your learning experience easier. 3) What age range is appropriate for this resource? Our publishing company is dedicated to creating resources for young children between the ages of 3 and 12, as well as for older students or anyone who needs them. 4) What keywords best describe this resource? We can tag this product with keywords such as: teaching resource, resources, materials, teaching materials, worksheets, educational worksheets, worksheets for children.
Author EDITORIAL LAURA EDUCA
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Tags FREE, FREE RESOURCES, CUT-OUT, FRUITS, VEGETABLES, FOOD
Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: Maya Angelou
ELA, Literature, Poetry, Writing, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Projects, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Maya Angelou is one of the most significant American writers and Civil Rights activists of the twentieth-century. This resource provides your students with the opportunity to independently research and write about the life of the renowned author of I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings with this engaging research planner and essay assignment. This carefully scaffolded and easy-to-assign-AND-assess resource has been designed to guide student learning from Maya Angelou fact-collection to the careful development of a five-paragraph research essay. Teaching this resource could not be easier! Start by handing out the background research and note-taking worksheet (you could also ONLY hand this out if you want a shorter lesson!). Once students have found their facts and sources, provide them with the essay outline activity, which guides them step-by-step through the requirements of a short research essay. From there, drafting their essay, using the provided peer review checklist, and submitting their final draft will be no problem at all. And then you can assess their work with the provided Common Core rubric! Use this entire resource as a complete research lesson or just part of it as a short research activity or sub plan! This TeachSimple download includes: A Maya Angelou essay writing assignment with directions, requirements, research essay writing tips, a peer review checklist, and Common Core-tied grading rubric An editable rubric, provided as a link, that lets you make adjustments to the grade values and guidelines. This link is provided as as Google Sheet specifically built for integration into Google Classroom, although you can also modify it for use in other Learning Management Systems (LMSs) A Maya Angelou biography and note-taking worksheet that will guide your students through information gathering. This straightforward two-page handout includes instructions for background research, a fun drawing section, and an area to cite quality sources and organize conducted research A research essay outlining worksheet, so students build on their Maya Angelou notes in a clear and simple manner as they build their work towards a draft and final paper All 6-pages of this lesson are provided in full-color and B&W versions Although this resource can be fitted for any secondary Language Arts classroom, it has been carefully designed to work best in grades 8 through 11. The included rubric is subtly but specifically tied to Common Core ELA Standards for Language (3) and Writing (2 and 7). This resource is provided as a print-ready, bookmarked, and adjustable PDF file. The rubric is also included as an editable Google Sheet. This resource contains 6 pages and 1 Google Sheet.
Author The Language of Educational Art, LLC
Tags Essay, Research, Notetaking, Rubric, Outlining
Therapy Dog Rules Poster – School Dog Guidelines
Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Resources, Social Skills, Special Education Needs (SEN), Life Skills, Animals, Life Sciences, Science, Classroom Management, Resources for Teachers, High School, Middle School, Elementary, Early Learning, Pre-K, Homeschool Resources, Not Grade Specific, Classroom Decor, Bulletin Boards, Projects, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Posters, Door Decor, Banners, Word Walls
Therapy Dog Rules Poster Helping Students & Dogs Feel Safe and Happy! 🐶✨ Having a therapy dog in school is a wonderful experience. There’s something truly special about how dogs help students feel calmer, more focused, and even more motivated to learn. But to make sure that both students and the dog feel safe and comfortable, we need clear and easy-to-understand rules. That’s why I created this Therapy Dog Rules Poster—so that everyone knows how to interact respectfully and kindly with the school dog. 🐾 Why This Poster is a Must-Have for Your Classroom or School ✔ Gives students clear expectations – Kids need to know how to behave around a therapy dog, and this poster makes it easy to remember! ✔ Reduces stress for the dog – When students understand the rules, therapy dogs feel more relaxed and happy in their school environment. ✔ Supports social-emotional learning – Encourages empathy, patience, and responsibility—great lessons that go beyond just interacting with a dog. ✔ Works in any classroom setting – Whether you’re welcoming a therapy dog regularly or just preparing for a visit, these guidelines help create a smooth and positive experience for everyone. 📌 What’s Inside? 📜 A Printable Therapy Dog Rules Poster ✔ Simple, easy-to-follow rules that students can understand at a glance ✔ Friendly, inviting design to make the message clear and approachable ✔ Available in multiple formats for flexible printing and display 💡 How to Use This Poster in Your Classroom or School 📍 Introduce the rules before the first therapy dog visit. Go over the rules together and talk about why they’re important. Encourage students to share how they think dogs might feel in different situations. 📍 Keep it in a visible spot. Hang it up in the classroom, hallway, or near the therapy dog’s resting area. The more students see it, the easier it will be for them to remember! 📍 Use it as a discussion starter. Talk about respect, kindness, and responsibility—not just toward therapy dogs, but in everyday interactions with people too. 📍 Encourage positive behavior. When students follow the rules, acknowledge their effort! You can even let them read a story to the therapy dog as a reward. Why Teachers & Schools Love This Poster ✔ “The perfect way to set clear expectations before our therapy dog visits!” ✔ “The visuals make it easy for younger students to understand.” ✔ “Students now remind each other of the rules, which makes everything so much smoother!” 🐶 A Small Change That Makes a Big Difference Therapy dogs bring so much joy into schools, but a well-prepared environment makes all the difference. This friendly and easy-to-read poster helps students understand exactly how to interact with a school dog in a safe and kind way. 📥 Print it today and help create a positive, stress-free experience for your school’s therapy dog! 🐾✨ 📍 Warmly, Heike from Lernfitness Did You Know? I teach with a certified therapy dog, and together we create a positive and inspiring learning environment. 🐶✨
Author Lernfitness
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Tags Therapy Dog, Animal-assisted Learning, Inclusive Education Tools, Therapy Dog Rules, Classroom Pet Guidelines, Therapy Dog In School, Social-emotional Learning, SEL, Dog, Dog Guidelines
Daniel and the Lion's Den Bible Story Foldable Mini Book Grade 1 2 3
Common Core, Language Development, ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Strategies, Homeschool Templates, Grade 1, 2, 3, Crafts, Activities, Projects, Literacy Readers, Teacher Tools, Worksheets & Printables, Workbooks, Writing Prompts
Create an inspiring environment in your class with the special Bible story of Daniel and the Lion’s Den through this Daniel and the Lion’s Den Foldable Mini Book Set! Designed especially for Grade 1, 2, and 3 students, homeschoolers, and EFL / ESL learners, this captivating lesson of faith and courage is an important addition to your reading class as well as Bible lessons. With the following contents, this set offers a lot of teaching and learning experiences for you growing little minds: 1. Daniel and the Lion’s Den colored mini-book 2. Daniel and the Lion’s Den black and white mini-book with story tracing activities 3. Daniel and the Lion’s Den picture-fill mini-book for sequencing test or exercise 4. Daniel and the Lion’s Den black and white mini-book for story re-tell and writing exercise 5. Daniel and the Lion’s Den blank mini-book pages for story re-tell, writing and drawing exercises 6. Daniel and the Lion’s Den sample lesson plan The well-chosen images for the story in this set capture the essence of the story and inspire creativeness and spark imagination. The mini books are created in 3 different papers sizes to accommodate your classroom needs. The five different mini-books are perfect for supplemental reading lessons, reading comprehension activities, story retelling, creative interpretation, writing exercises, and assessment tool that be included in your class portfolio or open house showpieces.
Author It's Teacher L
Tags Bible Story, Bible Lessons, Daniel And The Lion's Den, Bible Reading Comprehension, Bible Story Retelling, Story Retelling
Richard Dawkins – Fact Sheet, Quiz & Interactive PDF incl. H5P
Life Sciences, Science, STEM, History, Social Studies, Biographies, Inventors, Basic Science, Physics, Biology, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Worksheets, Worksheets & Printables, Quizzes, Quizzes and Tests, Teacher Tools, Projects, Activities
Scientist Richard Dawkins - Fact Sheet, Quiz & Interactive Version (PDF & H5P) Richard Dawkins – Genes, Evolution, and the “Selfish Gene” Fact Sheet, Quiz & Interactive Exercises (PDF + H5P) 🧬🐒 This 45-minute resource introduces students in grades 9–12 to Richard Dawkins – an evolutionary biologist best known for popularizing the idea of the “selfish gene.” By the time students reach upper secondary levels, they usually have a solid understanding of natural selection. Dawkins' perspective invites them to look one level deeper: not just at organisms competing for survival, but at genes as the driving force behind evolution . His work sparked a lot of discussion – not only in science, but also in philosophy and ethics. To help students engage with these more abstract ideas, I’ve put together a structured and accessible lesson. It includes a short informational text, a fact sheet, quiz questions with answers, and a creative partner task. The materials are available in color and black-and-white versions, plus there’s a digital H5P version for interactive use. What’s included: A student-friendly overview of Richard Dawkins and the core ideas of The Selfish Gene A fact sheet to help students organize key concepts Quiz questions with solutions for quick comprehension checks A partner task where students create and exchange questions Available as printable PDF and interactive H5P version 💻 Answer key included ✅ I’ve used this resource in upper-level biology and ethics courses – especially when discussing how scientific ideas evolve and how they influence thinking beyond the lab. The material also opens up interesting conversations about the role of science communication. Works well for individual tasks, pair work, or short discussion-based projects. 🚀 Download now and bring the legacy of Richard Dawkins into your biology lessons today! 📍 Best wishes, Heike from Lernfitness Did You Know? I teach with a certified therapy dog, and together we create a positive and inspiring learning environment. 🐶✨
Author Lernfitness
Tags Science, Biology, Famous Scientists Lesson, H5P, Interactive Science Exercises, STEM, History, Scientists, Richard Dawkins, The Selfish Gene
Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: Alexander Hamilton
Social Studies, ELA, History, History: USA, Writing, Research, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Projects, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Alexander Hamilton Research Project Students dive deep into the life of Alexander Hamilton with this engaging research and essay assignment. The step-by-step materials guide learners from collecting facts to drafting a five-paragraph essay. The resource includes an assignment sheet outlining essay requirements, research and writing tips, peer review checklist, and rubric tied to Common Core standards. An editable rubric lets you customize grade values. A biography worksheet scaffolds background research, note-taking, drawing, and citing quality sources. The outline worksheet builds a framework for the final essay. Provided in color and black-and-white, this versatile resource works well for individual, small group, or whole class research projects in grades 7-12. The complete packet contains 6 printable pages plus an editable rubric to help students succeed in researching and essay writing on this influential Founding Father.
Author The Language of Educational Art, LLC
Tags Essay , Notetaking, Research, Outlining
Group Research Workshop – High School
ELA, Writing, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Projects
Group Research Workshop – High School: A Comprehensive Teaching Resource The Group Research Workshop is an innovative teaching tool specifically designed for high school students, primarily in grades 9 through 12. It presents a detailed guide to researching, team working and essay writing. The resource includes stimulating activities such as an introductory Job Fair session that lays the foundation for structuring and writing an elaborate research paper. It provides a two-week lesson plan targeting Language Arts curriculum, with a heavy emphasis on improving student's writing skills. Tailored to be versatile, educators can integrate the workshop into their lesson plans either as group or individual assignments. Portions of the workshop could also be set as homework tasks. Detailed Lesson Plan & Engaging Presentations: The package features daily lessons with explicit instructions that progressively guide students into understanding source types and qualities via captivating PowerPoint presentations. Subsequently, another PowerPoint presentation helps students to craft their research papers meticulously. Effective Digital Collaboration Tools: Including Google Form and Sheet documents in its package, this resource aims to support digital collaboration among pupils. The workshop includes practical tools like brainstorming worksheets, classroom display posters; personal responsibility journal entries etc.,ited> In-Line With ELA Common Core Standards (CCRA.W.2, CCRA.W.4 etc.) : This unit incorporates systematic handouts delineating essay requirements complete with examples and professional tips aligning with standardized markers designed for boosting reading comprehension abilities. Built around ELA Common Core Standards it serves as an useful structured guide towards constructing elaborate formal essays revolving around source-based research backed by synergistic methods . Digitally Versatile With Diverse File Formats: The Group Research Workshop comprises of various file formats including Word Templates specifically for formal writing exercises; adjustable PDF file formats alongside PowerPoints files intended for effective presentations making it digitally adaptable.
Author The Language of Educational Art, LLC
Tags Research Process, Team Working, Essay Writing, Source Types, Collaborative Techniques
Then and Now History Drawing Project and Writing Activity
Creative Arts, Art, Fine Arts, Art History, Middle School, Elementary, High School, Homeschool Resources, Drawing Templates & Outlines, Worksheets & Printables, Projects, Activities, Writing Prompts
Then and Now History Drawing Project and Writing Activity | Integrate Art History This is a creative art activity project to get students thinking outside the box about history and art. Students will read recreate famous art work into their own style. They are then asked to write about each activity. Great for early finishers, morning time, or a quick reprieve from current lessons. Expand on this lesson by having your learners research the history of each artist and share their findings. This will make a great for a quick presentation to help with public speaking. I suggest using this with later elementary grades and middle school Included in this download: 3 Project Pages 1 Intro Page For Personal and Educational Use Only. Artists and famous art piece to learn: Michelangelo's Mona List Frida Khalo's Self-Portrait Van Gogh's Self-Portrait If you like this drawing resource check out more creative art activities: Imagination Workout Set 1 Drawing Prompts All About Me Artist Set Creative Valentine's Day Creative Activities Quick Doodle Monthly Word Drawing Prompts Keyhole Drawing Prompts Copy (Echo) Art Drawing Prompts Roll and Draw Your Name or Favorite Word Choose and Draw Wacky Turkey Activities Thank you for supporting Doodle Thinks and downloading this resource! Have fun drawing!
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Star Constellations Art Activity: Animal Constellations Art Project
Creative Arts, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Science, Art, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, Activities, Crafts, Projects
Learn all about 4 of the animal constellations through this easy to make art activity. This hands-on activity works great for elementary-aged kids in the classroom or at home. Step 1: Gather supplies. This includes printed worksheets, art supplies, tape, scissors, and straws. Feel free to use recycled straws to make this art activity more eco-friendly! Step 2: Color or draw, The beginner level worksheets have pre-drawn image of Leo the Lion, Ursa Major the Bear, Cygnus the Swan, and Scorpius the Scorpion. Kids can choose to color them in, or draw their own following the intermediate level guide. Step 3: Cut out the animals. Step 4: Tape straws to the back of animals. Step 5: Head outside and look up into the night sky. Find the constellations! Not sure how to find the constellations? There are loads of apps that you can download to your phone and start using! Happy ARTventuring :) -Abbey Allen ARTventurous Animals
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Tags Constellation, Stars, Star Activity, Free, Art Activity, Constellation Art, Star Art, Star Art Activity
Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: Jane Austen
ELA, Literature, Writing, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Projects, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Jane Austen is one of the most significant English novelist of the Romantic Era. This resource provides your students with the opportunity to independently research and write about the life of the renowned author of Emma, Pride & Prejudice, and many other classic novels, with this engaging research planner and essay assignment. This carefully scaffolded and easy-to-assign-AND-assess resource has been designed to guide student learning from Jane Austen fact-collection to the careful development of a five-paragraph research essay. Teaching this resource could not be easier! Start by handing out the background research and note-taking worksheet (you could also ONLY hand this out if you want a shorter lesson!). Once students have found their facts and sources, provide them with the essay outline activity, which guides them step-by-step through the requirements of a short research essay. From there, drafting their essay, using the provided peer review checklist, and submitting their final draft will be no problem at all. And then you can assess their work with the provided Common Core rubric! Use this entire resource as a complete research lesson or just part of it as a short research activity or sub plan! This TeachSimple download includes: A Jane Austen essay writing assignment with directions, requirements, research essay writing tips, a peer review checklist, and Common Core-tied grading rubric An editable rubric, provided as a link, that lets you make adjustments to the grade values and guidelines. This link is provided as as Google Sheet specifically built for integration into Google Classroom, although you can also modify it for use in other Learning Management Systems (LMSs) A Jane Austen biography and note-taking worksheet that will guide your students through information gathering. This straightforward two-page handout includes instructions for background research, a fun drawing section, and an area to cite quality sources and organize conducted research A research essay outlining worksheet, so students build on their Jane Austen notes in a clear and simple manner as they build their work towards a draft and final paper All 6-pages of this lesson are provided in full-color and B&W versions Although this resource can be fitted for any secondary Language Arts classroom, it has been carefully designed to work best in grades 8 through 11. The included rubric is subtly but specifically tied to Common Core ELA Standards for Language (3) and Writing (2 and 7). This resource is provided as a print-ready, bookmarked, and adjustable PDF file. The rubric is also included as an editable Google Sheet. This resource contains 6 pages and 1 Google Sheet.
Author The Language of Educational Art, LLC
Tags Essay, Research, Rubric, Outlining, Notetaking
Justus von Liebig – Chemistry Pioneer and Science Reformer
Life Sciences, Science, STEM, Social Studies, Biographies, Inventors, Basic Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, Worksheets, Worksheets & Printables, Quizzes, Quizzes and Tests, Teacher Tools, Projects, Activities
Justus von Liebig – Chemistry Pioneer and Science Reformer A ready-to-use reading and activity set for grades 7–10 (PDF + H5P) ⚗️📄 A printable and digital resource for grades 7–10 science and cross-curricular teaching 🧪🧠 This resource introduces students to Justus von Liebig, one of the most influential chemists of the 19th century. Known for his work on agricultural chemistry, food science, and lab-based teaching, Liebig helped shape the way chemistry is studied and taught even today. His contributions go beyond formulas – they reach into education, nutrition, and everyday life. The resource includes a concise, accessible text paired with simple, structured tasks. It can be used in a chemistry unit, during a lesson on the history of science, or as part of a substitute plan where no specialized background is required. Included in this resource: Informational text on Justus von Liebig’s life and achievements Student worksheet for creating a scientist profile Quiz questions with a complete answer key Two extension tasks: – Students write their own questions based on the reading – Peer activity to exchange and answer each other’s questions File formats: – PDF for print or digital use – Editable DOCX (text only) – H5P version for use in digital classrooms (no images) How it’s used in the classroom: This kind of material works well as a quiet reading activity, a springboard for science-history discussions, or a way to highlight lesser-known scientists who had a big impact. I’ve used it during lessons on food chemistry and nutrient cycles to provide real-world context. The H5P version supports independent and self-paced work, especially in hybrid or online classrooms. With minimal prep and clear instructions, the material can be used flexibly across settings. A thoughtful and low-prep resource to bring historical depth and personal stories into science class. Have fun exploring the world of science with your students! Warmly, Lernfitness Did You Know? I teach with a certified therapy dog, and together we focus on creating a positive and inspiring learning environment.
Author Lernfitness
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Tags Science, Famous Scientists Lesson, H5P, Interactive Science Exercises, STEM, Scientists, Chemistry, Justus Von Liebig, Biology, Plants
Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: Jason Reynolds
ELA, Literature, Writing, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, Activities, Projects, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
This resource provides your students with the opportunity to independently research and write about the life of the renowned young adult novelist Jason Reynolds, author of the Tracks series, with this engaging research planner and essay assignment. This carefully scaffolded and easy-to-assign-AND-assess resource has been designed to guide student learning from Reynolds fact-collection to the careful development of a five-paragraph research essay. Teaching this resource could not be easier! Start by handing out the background research and note-taking worksheet (you could also ONLY hand this out if you want a shorter lesson!). Once students have found their facts and sources, provide them with the essay outline activity, which guides them step-by-step through the requirements of a short research essay. From there, drafting their essay, using the provided peer review checklist, and submitting their final draft will be no problem at all. And then you can assess their work with the provided Common Core rubric! Use this entire resource as a complete research lesson or just part of it as a short research activity or sub plan! This TeachSimple download includes: A Jason Reynolds essay writing assignment with directions, requirements, research essay writing tips, a peer review checklist, and Common Core-tied grading rubric An editable rubric, provided as a link, that lets you make adjustments to the grade values and guidelines. This link is provided as as Google Sheet specifically built for integration into Google Classroom, although you can also modify it for use in other Learning Management Systems (LMSs) A Jason Reynolds biography and note-taking worksheet that will guide your students through information gathering. This straightforward two-page handout includes instructions for background research, a fun drawing section, and an area to cite quality sources and organize conducted research A research essay outlining worksheet, so students build on their Jason Reynolds notes in a clear and simple manner as they build their work towards a draft and final paper All 6-pages of this lesson are provided in full-color and B&W versions Although this resource can be fitted for any secondary Language Arts classroom, it has been carefully designed to work best in grades 8 through 11. The included rubric is subtly but specifically tied to Common Core ELA Standards for Language (3) and Writing (2 and 7). This resource is provided as a print-ready, bookmarked, and adjustable PDF file. The rubric is also included as an editable Google Sheet. This resource contains 6 pages and 1 Google Sheet.
Author The Language of Educational Art, LLC
Tags Essay, Research, Rubric, Notetaking, Outlining
Halloween Critical Thinking Task Cards (Math, Science, Language)
ELA, Math, Science, Grade 3, 4, 5, Activities, Projects, Worksheets & Printables, Task Cards
Challenge your students with Halloween Critical Thinking Task Cards . This set is perfect for enrichment, gifted learners, fast finishers, or class challenges! Seasonal fun meets rigorous creative thinking for grades 3–6. These Halloween Critical Thinking Task Cards were designed with gifted and advanced learners in mind , each card combines seasonal fun with higher-order thinking skills! Skills Covered: Logic puzzles Problem-solving Math reasoning & multi-step word problems Debate, analogy, and open-ended writing prompts STEM connections and real-world application What’s Included: 12 print and cut Halloween Critical Thinking Task Cards Answer Key: solutions and discussion prompts Teacher Talk Page : tips for setup and classroom use Student Directions Page : independent or small-group work Ways to Use These Task Cards: Morning work Enrichment for gifted and advanced students Early finisher activities Math/ Literacy centers Socratic seminar discussion starters Journal prompts Halloween centers or stations Why Teachers Love These: Low-prep : print, cut, and use immediately Flexible for independent, partner, or whole-class use Encourages multiple solutions and deeper thinking Easy differentiation in mixed-ability classrooms Typically used in grades 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th , these task cards bring Halloween fun + academic rigor to your classroom. Use them year after year to compare the creativity as your classes change! Keywords: halloween critical thinking task cards, fall enrichment activities, gifted student halloween activities, upper elementary fall logic puzzles, fall early finisher activities, fall STEM and critical thinking, halloween classroom activities upper elementary
Author Kel's Klass
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Tags Gifted Enrichment, Autumn Critical Thinking Task Cards, Fall Classroom Activities, Upper Elementary Logic Puzzles, Early Finishers, Critical Thinking, Enrichment For Gifted Students, Halloween Critical Thinking Task Cards, Halloween Gifted Enrichment, Halloween Classroom Activities