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Life Skills Assessments
Assess essential life skills such as financial literacy, time management, and interpersonal communication. This collection includes real-life simulations, self-assessment checklists, and problem-solving exercises. Empower students by highlighting and developing these crucial competencies.
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Bioluminescence & Insects: SAMPLE Reading Comprehension passage (Docs)
Science, ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Strategies, Resources for Teachers, Life Sciences, Animals, Insects, Nature & Plants, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, Writing Prompts, Worksheets & Printables, Centers, Activities, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Quizzes and Tests, Quizzes, Tests
This is a ONE PASSAGE SAMPLE. The following is the description of the FULL resource and the downloading links: Bioluminescence and Insects: Reading Comprehension Passages (Docs) This very engaging collection of life science reading passages about Bioluminescence and Insects is designed to bridge the gap between science and literacy through strengthening reading comprehension and sparking scientific curiosity in middle school students. Each passage blends English Language Arts skills with accurate science content that supports NGSS classroom practice. Ideal for interdisciplinary learning in ELA and Science. Suitable for Grade 9 review, too! What Is Included? There are (3) informational passages: Living Lights: The Science of Bioluminescence Explains how organisms produce “cold light” with luciferin and luciferase, and shows why they glow for signaling, hunting, and protection. Cicadas: The Long Wait Underground Covers the long underground nymph stage, synchronized emergence, molting, loud calls, and how this life cycle supports survival and reproduction. Masters of Disguise: How Insects Hide and Imitate Distinguishes camouflage from mimicry with clear examples, highlighting how color, shape, and behavior help insects avoid predators and capture prey. Student Tasks for Each Passage: 5 multiple-choice questions targeting main idea, key details, inference, vocabulary in context, and use of evidence 5 vocabulary matching items with clear, student-friendly definitions 5 text-based questions that require citing specific lines or facts 1 summary prompt that asks students to condense central ideas accurately Full answer key for every section Available Formats for this Resource PDF Word Docs FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOADING LINKS HERE Reading Passage Links: Astronomy & Space Science PDF Word Docs Google Docs Volcanoes, Rocks, & Mountains PDF Word Docs Google Docs Rock Cycle, Soil, & Sinkholes PDF Word Docs Google Docs Mars, Glaciers, & Antarctica PDF Word Docs Google Docs Water Cycle, Acid Rain, & Wastewater PDF Word Docs Google Docs Insects, Animals, & Ecosystems PDF Word Docs Google Docs Bioluminescence & Insects PDF Word Docs Google Docs Animal Skin, Cats, & T. Rex PDF Word Docs Google Docs Product Details Length: 14 pages total Grades: 6–8, also suitable for Grade 9 review Use cases: close reading, stations, homework, intervention, test prep, and sub plans Standards support: reinforces informational-text skills and supports NGSS-style sense making through observation, modeling, and clear use of claim, evidence, and reasoning Why Teachers Choose This Set Authentic science content paired with rigorous literacy practice Consistent task structure across all passages for easier planning and smoother student routines Clear, age-appropriate writing that builds confidence without oversimplifying Use this set to reinforce ELA skills in science, to add literacy to your lessons, or to support independent work. The passages strengthen main idea, evidence use, vocabulary in context, inference, cause and effect, and summary writing. With ready-to-use assessments and complete answer keys, you can provide focused practice that is simple to run and fast to review.
Author CORED Education - Middle & High School
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Tags Middle School, Reading Comprehension, Reading Strategies, ELA, Centers, Reading Passage, Assessments, Vocabulary, Life Science, Insects
Short U: Sample Phonics Games and Activities - Hear, See, Say!
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Resources for Teachers, Vocabulary, Phonics, Pre-Reading, Spelling, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Teacher Tools, Games, Activities
Short U: Hear, See, Say! Sample Game Note: This download is in PowerPoint show mode to protect the rights of the image creator(s), and is thus UNEDITABLE. Playing the Game How to use each function of the game is up to the teacher. Sound effects range in difficulty, picture sections are harder. Click on the relevant icons to reveal these functions. The word can be revealed letter by letter by clicking on the boxes at the bottom of the screen. Pressing the celebration box will reveal the answer with a picture. Next arrow will move you onto the next slide. About the Full Game (available in the ppt game links section below) Bringing fun sounds into your phonics review, this game requires a mix of skills. The teacher has full control over which clue to offer the students. There are incredible sound effects, close-up pictures or the option to simply reveal letter(s) in the word. 17 Slides. Practice Short U Words: tub, cub, sub, mud, bug, jug, mug, rug, gum, run, sun, hut, nut, cup, bus, duck. Includes sound effects for added entertainment Helps to Build Letter recognition – Identifying letters in different fonts or contexts. Letter-sound association – Connecting letters to its sounds. Vocabulary building – Introducing words that start with each letter. Phonemic awareness – Listening for letter sounds in words, rhyming, or segmenting sounds. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE Letter PPT Game Links: Letter A Hidden Pictures 1 MemWord Hidden Pictures 2 Hidden Pictures 3 The Short Question Riddle Time Review Games Follow the Vocab Letter B Letter C Letter D Letter E Hidden Pictures 1 The Grand Circle 8 Pictures 1 Clue Behind the Garage Doors Outside the Submarine Two Review Games Say What You See Quiz Game Letter F Letter G Letter H Letter I Hidden Pictures 1 MemWord Three Review Games Three Quiz Show Style Games Find the Ball Bowling Four Mini Games Outside the Train Window Letter J Letter K Letter L Letter M Letter N Letter O Hidden Pictures 1 MemWord Yes or No Game Six Pictures Game Hidden Pictures 2 6 Stars One Question MCQS Game The Grid Letter P Letter Q Letter R Letter S Letter T Letter U Letter V Letter W Letter X Letter Y Letter Z Overview These interactive PowerPoint games make early phonics practice fun and engaging for young learners. With a mix of exciting activities, kids stay motivated while strengthening key phonetic patterns. Each game offers plenty of opportunities for participation—whether playing in teams, one-on-one, or independently. The variety of game styles, from disappearing squares to timed challenges, ensures that every student can learn in a way that works best for them. Bright visuals, sound effects, and gradually increasing difficulty keep students engaged and support different skill levels. Teachers have full control over the pacing and difficulty, making it easy to adjust the experience based on their students' needs. Whether guessing hidden images, recalling sequences, or solving riddles, each activity reinforces phonics in a fun, interactive way. These games turn traditional phonics drills into an exciting, hands-on learning adventure, building confidence and essential literacy skills in young learners. For More Like This For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
Author Cored Education
Tags Esl, Powerpoint, Ppt, Powerpoint Games, Esl Games, Vocabulary Games, Phonics Games, Letter U Games, Letter U Activities, Cvc Games
Student Desk Name Plates
, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Classroom Decor, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
These student desk name plates are prettyandfunctional. I hope you enjoy them as you get your classroom ready for the new school year!
Author Socially Skilled Kids
Tags Desk Name Tags, Visual Supports, Special Education
READING-COMPREHENSION| THE POWER OF FRIENDSHIP | 20 PAGES
ELA, Reading, Writing, Life Skills, Special Resources, Social Skills, Adult Education, Elementary, High School, Homeschool Resources, Middle School, Not Grade Specific, Anchor Charts, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Quizzes and Tests, Literacy Readers
READING-COMPREHENSION| THE POWER OF FRIENDSHIP | 20 PAGES ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Hi there! We are EDITORIAL ARENAS EDUCATIVAS 🎓✨. We love designing educational materials that make children’s learning joyful, dynamic, and motivating. I invite you to visit my educational store, explore the variety of resources available, and find the perfect one for your students. MAIN INFORMATION: What is the name of the product? Hello! Thank you so much for being interested in this beautiful and fabulous product that you can use with your children, both at school and at home. The name of this fabulous product is: READING-COMPREHENSION| THE POWER OF FRIENDSHIP How many pages does it include? This educational document, carefully created and in some cases compiled, has the following number of pages: 20 What format is it in (A4, letter, digital, printable)? This educational resource is designed in A4 format and PDF, so you will have no difficulties printing it and it will also stay well-protected. PDF A4 Is it in black and white or in color? This document is available in black and white as well as in color. Actually, it combines both, making it more attractive for your students. COLOR SECONDARY AND COMPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: What will students learn or practice with it? With this educational resource, children will be able to practice basic skills in math and literacy. Teachers can also adapt it to other learning areas, since learning is multidisciplinary. Who will benefit the most from this resource (teachers, families, students, therapists)? I strongly believe education involves many people—teachers, parents, and even therapists. That’s why this resource is open to anyone involved in the learning process. Is any additional material needed to work with it? Sometimes yes, such as pencils, crayons, markers, and scissors. It all depends on how deeply you want your students to engage with the activities.
Author EDITORIAL LAURA EDUCA
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Tags FREE, FREE RESOURCES, FRIENDSHIP, VALUES, READING, READING AND COMPREHENSION, COMPREHENSION
Mind Games: How Illusions and Biases Shape Our Reality Reading Passage
ELA, Reading, Writing, Research, Resources for Teachers, Science, STEM, Life Skills, Special Resources, High School, Homeschool Resources, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans, Quizzes and Tests, Worksheets & Printables, Writing Prompts
As a homeschool mom who is passionate about bringing real science into our learning, I created this resource after watching my own kids become fascinated by optical illusions and questioning "how do we really know what we see?" This comprehensive package takes that natural curiosity and channels it into serious academic exploration of how our minds work. I have spent countless hours researching current neuroscience studies to ensure this material meets the rigor your advanced students deserve while remaining engaging and accessible. Whether you are preparing high schoolers/homeschoolers for college psychology courses or diving deep into critical thinking with curious learners, this resource delivers the kind of substantial content that sparks meaningful discussions around your kitchen table or classroom. INCLUDED IN THIS RESOURCE: Comprehensive reading passage that makes complex neuroscience understandable 20 carefully crafted questions that really make students think (not just recall facts) Complete answer key with detailed explanations Five note-taking sheets TOPICS COVERED: How optical illusions reveal the shortcuts our brains take every day Why we believe what we want to believe (confirmation bias explained) The sneaky ways first impressions influence all our decisions How growing up in different cultures literally changes what we see This resource bridges the gap between high school and college-level work beautifully. I designed it specifically for families and educators who want to offer their students/homeschoolers the kind of rigorous, research-based content they will encounter in university psychology and neuroscience courses. The depth and sophistication of the material challenges advanced learners while the clear organization and teaching supports make it manageable for dedicated students/homeschoolers. Whether you are homeschooling through high school or teaching AP-level courses, this resource provides the academic foundation and critical thinking development that sets students/homeschoolers up for success in higher education and beyond. If you and your students/homeschoolers enjoyed this resource, please leave a review. Thank you for your support! Tina - Big Easy Homeschooling Mom
Author Homeschool with Big Easy Homeschooling Mom
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Tags How Optical Illusions Work Educational Resource, Cognitive Biases Lesson Plan High School, Cognitive Psychology, Neuroscience, Visual Perception, Psychology Curriculum, Homeschool Psychology Resources, Perception And Reality Educational Content, Psychology Reading Comprehension Activities, , Neuroscience Curriculum Homeschool
Are You An Optimist or Pessimist SEL presentation & Survey!
Special Resources, Life Skills, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Grade 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans, Worksheets & Printables, Presentations, Assessments
Are You An Optimist or Pessimist SEL Presentation Lesson Plan With Student Survey is a resource designed to bring educational lessons on optimism and pessimism directly into the classroom. Perfect for educators of grades 4 through 10, this tool is equally useful for both public school teachers employing enhanced teaching techniques and homeschooled students. This lesson plan revolves around a 20-slide PowerPoint presentation, offering clear guidance to students through each stage of the learning course. The content includes two embedded videos (located at slide numbers 9 and 10) which serve as visual aids to better understand the topic. The first segment features seven quick question image prompts intended to engage student thought processes - these can be conducted via stand-up/sit-down methods or simple hand raising. This is followed by an interactive survey where participants score their answers based on personal feelings, fostering open dialogue among peers about their choices. Detailed answer sheets are provided post-survey; these aim at easy comprehension by all participants, thus making life skill education seamless! The final slide inducts additional resources - links that guide students towards strategies employed for developing optimistic thinking over pessimistic attitudes. Furthermore, enjoyable GIFS strewn throughout ensure that sessions remain lively and engaging until the end! Note: This resource primarily uses Microsoft PowerPoint; ensuring a flawless backdrop for memorable lessons. Optimally designed for whole-class settings, small group discussions, individual activities or even homework assignments; its versatility makes it adaptable across various teaching scenarios needing minimal preparation beforehand (except printing survey documents). This is a wonderful lesson that students LOVE. They get to discover a bit about themselves as well as get to know the other students around them. For more products and resources like these to teach SEL and SEN lessons, please go to: https://teachsimple.com/contributor/jennifer-moyer-taylor You may also enjoy my lesson on introverts versus extroverts here: https://teachsimple.com/product/are-you-an-introvert-or-extrovert-lesson-with-kahoot-and-student-survey
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
Tags Optimism, Pessimism, Lesson Plan, SEL Presentations, Survey, School Counseling, SEL, Social Emotional Learning, Health, Social Skills
Financial Literacy: Financial Risk Tolerance Questionnaire
Life Studies, Special Resources, Finance, Home Economics, Math, Money, Life Skills, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Teacher Tools, Assessments
Do you want your high school students to start thinking about their future finances? Do you want a fun and engaging way to hook them on financial literacy? This Financial Literacy: Personal Finance Risk Tolerance Questionnaire and Reflection is a great way to get students engaged in a personal financial literacy unit. What's Included: This 4 Page PDF includes a title page and teacher instructions. There is a 10-question magazine style quiz that each student will complete. They will answer questions such as "You have a budget for buying your first home. What would make you spend more than you planned? a) The perfect location b) Nothing c) Fancy bathrooms and kitchen." Then, they use the included answer key to tally up their scores and determine if they are financially conservative, moderate, or if they have a high tolerance for financial risk. Finally, there is a page of six reflection questions. You can use these in several ways: assign them to each student, use the questions as class discussion prompts, or have students use the questions as prompts in small groups. Grades to Use With: This lesson is designed for high school students in Career and Personal Planning, Business or Finance classes, or Special Education or Life Skills classes. Middle school reading comprehension and a basic understanding of percent and large number place value are required. If you enjoy this financial literacy activity, check out the variety of others in my store! Financial Literacy: Income Tax: Notes and Realistic Sample Practice Financial Literacy: Bank Statement and Credit Card Bill Practice Activity Debit vs Credit Cards: Financial Literacy Handout New Year's Financial Resolutions Lifestyle Creep: Personal Financial Literacy Lesson About Spending Carefully Compound Interest: Hook Students on Financial Math Credit Score Boardgame: Credit Cards, Loans, Mortgages, and More! Personal Financial Literacy
Author Grace Under Pressure
Tags Questionnaire, Financial Literacy, Life Skills, Money, Financial Risk, Risk Tolerance, Personality Quiz, Debt, Real World Math, Saving
Cars Themed Token Boards | Behavior Management Boards
Special Resources, Resources for Teachers, Classroom Management, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Life Skills, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Teacher Tools, Assessments
Are you seeing an increase in refusals and overall disrespectful behaviors with your students? This set of Cars themed token boards are an effective and engaging tool that teaches students to manage their behavior. Token boards are a great visual for students to see their progress when making good choices and can help them see what they are working towards as a motivator! Simply identify the target behavior you want to change and the replacement behavior you would like to see, then explain it to the student. Students are also then able to pick what reward they will receive when they reach their goal! Simply print and laminate the token boards and chips. Then place velcro dots in all of the boxes and on each of the cards. When a student performs the desired task, they will get a token. When they reach 5 tokens, the student then can earn the reward that they had chosen. Reward reminders will be placed in the top right corner of the board so students can visually see what they are working for! What's Included? ⭐ 12 Car Themed Boards ⭐30 Rewards Tokens ⭐15 Blank Rewards Tokens So Students Can Add Their Own ⭐10 Different Character Trackers ⭐Black and White Copies for Ink-Friendly Printing
Author The Feelings and Friends Teacher
Tags Token Boards, Classroom Management, Behavior Management Tools, Reward Ides For Kids, School Counseling, School Counseling Ideas, Token Board Ideas, Token Boards For Behavior
Parent Contact Form For Social Workers-- Google Forms Sheet
Special Resources, Resources for Teachers, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Life Skills, Not Grade Specific, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Parent Contact Form For Social Workers-- Google Forms Sheet This resource acts as a comprehensive and structured tool specifically designed for educators who desire an efficient way to document parent interactions. It aids in managing the daily multitasking involved in education, including essential parent communication. The Parent Contact Form is not just beneficial for public school teachers but also targets homeschoolers, guidance counselors, and social workers. It provides an organized system to record all parent-teacher interaction details - making it favorable during instances where referral to past transactions becomes necessary. Contact Elements: Student's Name Parent's Name Date & Time of Contact (with duration) Method of Communication In addition, there's a dedicated notes section enabling you to capture any crucial details from the discussion. A unique feature that elevates this resource above others is its adaptability with various interaction modes – be it email exchanges or face-to-face conferences - every kind of communication can be tracked using this form. Data Tracking: During year-end reporting periods or unexpected meetings when detailed information about previous parent contacts becomes pertinent, simply explore these forms instead of trudging through muddled heaps. Plus, enjoy seamless data analysis with one-click exports into spreadsheet format! This Parent Contact Form bridges more than just administrative gaps; it works towards magnifying classroom organization and time management effectiveness while solidifying transparent communication linkages between home and school settings. Ideal Usage: During whole group lecturers or discussions where guidelines are set about parent-teacher interactions, In small group activities or events involving multiple parents like PTA meetings, While remotely teaching homeschoolers. Applications: Space for this invaluable tool extends from life skills development classes to special resources planning sessions. This standalone PDF document offers opportunities for improved social-emotional learning and interaction, helping you maintain your focus on the students.
Author The Feelings and Friends Teacher
Tags Parent Contact, Documentation, Communication Log, Organization, Data Analysis
Digital Sorting Activity-- Identifying Different Emotions and How They
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Life Skills, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities, Teacher Tools, Assessments
Digital Sorting Activity -- Identifying Different Emotions and Their Influence Understanding emotions forms a crucial part of social-emotional learning. The resource known as the Digital Sorting Activity is uniquely designed to enhance emotional literacy interactively and meaningfully. This specific resource primarily addresses students who face difficulty in accurately labeling their emotions. Due to confusion arising from physical sensations, these students often misinterpret their feelings. Our technological activity aims at clarifying such misconceptions and stands as an essential tool for educators. The Working Mechanism And Benefits: No groundwork is required from teachers while using this tool. Promotes self-awareness in learners by highlighting the physical responses associated with different emotions. Encourages students to identify correlations between bodily reactions and specific moods, providing insights into mind-body interactions during emotional responses. This fascinating teaching aid uses mindfulness methods and body scanning techniques that help refine learners' awareness about the triggers of their emotional responses at an intimate level. As a result, it facilitates children to comprehend deeply what they are experiencing when exposed to specific stimuli — enabling empathizing towards themselves as well as others better. Versatility In Classroom Use: The Digital Sorting Activity allows varied classroom use — fitting perfectly into individual lessons focusing on learning various emotions or small group activities aimed at skill-building for managing feelings along with overall class lessons dealing with emotion management can be immensely beneficial from (using) its participation in curriculum plans. Inclusions In The Package: An engaging Google Slides Game Show Resources enabling comparisons across five different emotions Both these inclusions aim high on ensuring maximum student interaction alongside achievement of optimum learning results. Suitable for students from Grade 1 to Grade 3, whether within life skills education or specialized resource settings, it is provided in a widely accessible PDF file format compatible across various digital devices. In conclusion, when dealing with students struggling to discern separate emotions within them or others — this digitally-enhanced sorting activity proves invaluable in aligning directly with sessions focusing on building socio-emotional foundations.
Author The Feelings and Friends Teacher
Tags Emotional Literacy, Self-awareness, Mind-body Connection, Empathy, Managing Emotions
Words of Encouragement
Special Resources, Life Skills, Not Grade Specific, Teacher Tools, Assessments
Words of Encouragement: An Educational Tool for Every Classroom Words of Encouragement is every teacher's treasure when traversing the path to nurture a positive and supportive environment within the classroom. This is not just another asset for conventional subjects – its value expands by nurturing indispensable life skills, making it applicable in different grades. The resource focuses on sparking more motivation among educators and channels this into creativity to make encouraging their students easier regardless of their level, from primary school pupils to high school seniors. A Solution to Maintain Student Motivation Finding the perfect way or phrase that enhances student motivation can often prove challenging. However, with a PDF resource like Words of Encouragement at your disposal, this task becomes smooth sailing. This guide provides over 50 words or phrases which can be used as a means of encouragement when interacting with students. An Essential Guide For Fostering Growth Mindset Among Students This resource assists teachers by suggesting practical expressions that help promote positivity among learners. The terminology ranges from graceful acknowledgement of student efforts all the way up until celebrating their overall progress in academics or behaviors. In conclusion, "Words Of Encouragement" serves as an exemplary tool that contributes towards reinforcing emotional intelligence among pupils while simultaneously shaping an environment conducive for academic potential and personal growth maximizations.
Author Roombop
Tags Encouragement, Motivation, Positive Reinforcement, Growth Mindset, Fostering Self-confidence
Social Work Goal Tracking Form & Data Collecting Form
Special Resources, Resources for Teachers, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Life Skills, Not Grade Specific, Teacher Tools, Assessments
Social Work Goal Tracking Form and Data Collecting Form: A Sterling Educational Resource The Social Work Goal Tracking Form and Data Collecting Form is a beneficial tool to managestudent progress tracking and skill development. It is a life-saving resource for teachers, school social workers, homeschoolers or any educators dealing with life skills teaching or social-emotional learning instruction. Built-in automation features: Digitally formatted as a Google form. Simplifies the task of tracking more abstract areas of learning associated with social-emotional education. Ease in collecting relevant information during instructional sessions efficiently. Utility in Diverse Educational Settings: Whether used during wholesome group lessons, individualized instructions or home assignments, this goal-tracking system acts an effective documentation system providing assessment on various fronts for competitive learning environments. Intricate Features: Maintains record not just goals but five trials per goal just single click each time! No manual calculations needed hence saving you time that could be reinvested into other teaching activities. A User-Friendly Design Leading Towards Effective Pedagogy: An easy-to-use drop-down menu allows specificchoice of goals - fully customizable to suit varied scenarios. Apart from recording developments & accomplishments achieved outside regular class hours there also are listed sections crystal-clearly categorising different data types as per desired requirements- all set upfor user-friendly experience providing simple yet effective pedagogical design! In summary,this versatile educational tool ensuressmooth transition points making the interaction between social workers & teachers much more interactive than ever - ensuring no student falls behind due to 'gray' area issues going overlooked, satisfying tracking goal progress & data collection necessities in an efficient and effective manner.
Author The Feelings and Friends Teacher
Tags Social-emotional Learning, Goal Tracking, Data Collection, Progress Monitoring, Documentation