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8th Grade Lesson Plans
Equip your eighth graders with the knowledge and skills needed for high school success using these lesson plans. Focused on advanced concepts and independent learning, these resources help students take ownership of their education. Implement them to ensure your students are ready for the next step.
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Percent Word Problems: Tipping & Gratuities- Real World Math Worksheet
Life Studies, Home Economics, Special Resources, Life Skills, Math, Multiplication, Multiplication and Division, Percentages, Money, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, Worksheets & Printables, Word Problems, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Tipping is becoming more and more common and the amount you are expected to tip is increasing too. Make sure your students understand what tipping is and how to calculate a tip- useful life skills! Here’s a ready-to-print real-life percent math lesson for middle school students (in grades 6-9) or special education or life skills classes in a high school setting. Teach your class all about tipping culture and tips in both Canada and the United States. Why do people tip or give certain people a gratuity? What places do we tip? What places do we not? Has tipping been increasing recently ("tip-flation")? Show students how the math skills and concepts that they have been learning in class (percentages, decimals, division, fractions) can be useful in their everyday lives! How to Use: 1. The first page is a handout that you complete with your students (with fill-in-the-blanks) to teach them the ins and outs of tipping: where and when you do it, etc. 2. The second page teaches students two simple methods of calculating tips (using well-known percentage benchmarks OR multiplying the price by a percentage written in decimal form). Encourage your students to determine a third method they could use. 3. After that, there are 7 practice word problems of realistic tipping situations that your students can complete. From tipping for a meal to paying at a salon, or even calculating tax AND tip together, your students will get a lot of real-life practice completing these problems in small groups or own their own. 4. To finish, you can have a class discussion about tipping in general and what your students think about our system. What's Included: 6 Page PDF - Teacher Instructions - Handout with Fill-in-the-Blanks about Tipping - 3-Page Worksheet and Written Reflection - COMPLETE ANSWER KEY INCLUDED If you want more practice working with tips try these two products: Fractions for Calculating Taxes, Tips and Sales Percents for Calculating Taxes, Tips, and Sales
Author Grace Under Pressure
Tags Percent Word Problems, Tip, Tipping, Gratuity, How To Tip, How To Calculate A Tip, Financial Literacy, Life Skills, Personal Finance, Word Problems
Tricky Graphs- Bias and Data: Bar Graph Worksheet Line Graph Worksheet
Math, Graphing, Life Skills, Special Resources, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools
Critical Thinking and Graphing and Media Literacy all in one! This middle grades math lesson for students in grades 6-9 helps teach your class about how graphs can be displayed in tricky and misleading ways. Your students will learn how to spot these biases and re-create the graphs in a more fair manner. This is real-life learning that will serve your students long past your graphing unit. It's a crucial life skill that is often not taught in school. Here’s a real-life math lesson that will be a great addition to your middle school graphing unit! Students are shown three unique and realistic graphs Each one presents information in a biased or misleading way. With step-by-step instructions, your students will be guided through the basics: 1) Carefully reading and interpreting each graph: the axes, the scales, the data that is included 2) Noticing any biases or manipulations that may be present 3) Determining what the author probably wanted to guide them to think when reading the initial graph On the second page for each situation, students are given extra information and tasked with re-creating the graph more fairly. Blank graphs (with scales and labels) are given to students; they will use the information provided in each table to create a new graph that displays the data in an accurate way. Reflection prompt questions are also included to stimulate discussion and students explaining their ideas in words. The misleading and biased scenarios include: Choosing a truncated vertical scale to overemphasize change Not plotting enough data points for the full picture Graphing an absolute amount when a rate would be more informative The three graphs include one bar graph and two line graphs. What's Included: 8 Page PDF Ready to Print and Use! Teacher Instructions 6 Worksheets: Two Pages each for Three Scenarios (including 15 questions and 3 graphs for students to create) Complete Answer Key
Author Grace Under Pressure
Tags Bar Graph Worksheet, Line Graph Worksheet, Bias, Data Collection, Data Presentation, Graphing, Graphing Worksheet, Critical Thinking, Life Skills, Media Literacy
Future Continuous ESL TEFL Upper Intermediate Lesson Plan
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Grammar, Grade 6, 7, 8, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans, Worksheets & Printables
Future Continuous Upper Intermediate ESL Lesson Plan This upper intermediate English lesson plan helps students learn and practice using the future continuous tense. Educators can implement the informative instructions and exercises in various settings like whole group grammar lessons, small group practice, or as a homework assignment. First, an explanation and examples introduce learners to forming the future continuous and when to use it. Next, students reinforce their comprehension by completing the worksheet 's exercises testing their ability to properly write sentences using the grammar concept. Teachers can access answer keys to check work. The supplemental PDF packet works for a wide range of grades and adult students. ESL students needing to improve English grammar and usage. It integrates easily into language arts curriculums requiring mastery of verb tenses. The ESL lesson plan includes flashcards , a warmer, grammar rules, exercises, role-play, conversation, writing drill, activity, answers and an extra study that would be good to set as homework. There are 29+ pages and there are teachers notes to guide the teacher. Answers are included in the zip file.
Author TEAM TEFL
Tags Verbs, Language Arts, ESL Lesson Plan, Reading Passage, Comprehension
Senses, Nervous & Respiratory Systems: The Sense of Sight Gr. 5-8
Science, Life Sciences, Human Body, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Senses, Nervous & Respiratory Systems: The Sense of Sight Gr. 5-8 An engrossing teaching resource uniquely designed to boost understanding about the human body. Aimed specifically for grade 5 to grade 8 students. This resource provides a captivating journey into the world of our senses, nervous system and respiratory system. A Deep Dive Into Our Body's Operations: This resource helps in demystifying how fascinatingly our sense of sight operates with other processes within our bodies. It lays light on intricacies such as nerve cells distribution and lung operations. Design & Content: The content ensures lucidity in language and adopts innovative methodologies suitable for both teachers and students alike. The design is rooted in curriculum standards, strictly adhering to Bloom's Taxonomy and STEM initiatives. Gripping Reading Passages: Students get an opportunity to explore intriguing passages that delve further into topics such as functionality of spinal cord, nerves etc., making learning interactive rather than mundane. Respiratory System Exploration: An interesting exploration awaits where one can marvel at nature’s creations; illustrating the process of respiration! Accompanied by comprehension questions encouraging critical thinking along with hands-on activities enhancing tactile learning skills! *Bonus*: it also incorporates "mini color posters ", crosswords,and word searches designed specifically for test prep. Crafted in an easily accessible PDF file format, flexible enough to fit various classroom scenarios like whole group instruction or small group interaction or homework assignment empowering teachers! In conclusion, Take a dive into this amazing world of Senses, Nervous & Respiratory Systems with this impactful educational resource making knowledge acquisition both engaging and enjoyable!
Author Classroom Complete Press
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Algebra: Linear Equations - Learn the Skill - FLASH-PC
Math, Algebra, Common Core, Grade 6, 7, 8, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Introducing "Algebra: Linear Equations - Learn The Skill – FLASH-PC" Begin your enlightening journey into the world of Algebra fearlessly with our tailored educational tool. Designed exclusively for Grades 6 to 8, we ensure that the complex concept of Linear Equations becomes exciting rather than intimidating. A Learning Experience Making Algebra Engaging Our resource has been consciously created to engage students interactively and practically implement real-world word problems pertaining to Linear Equations.This results in a heightened comprehension and confidence allowing students to see how these skills are applicable outside the academic sphere. Language Inclusivity Ensuring Wider Reach The product's design aims at providing an inclusive learning experience even for bilingual classrooms or ESL programs. We provide both English and Spanish voice-over options along with relevant text features. Seamless Adherence To Respected Academic Guidelines: We base our product on Common Core State Standards, STEM initiatives, and NCTM guidelines offering comprehensive education quality within renowned benchmarks. Fosters Flexibility In Implementation: This tool is diverse in its usage functioning perfectly whether used during whole-group classroom discussions or smaller focused groups or even as assigned homework exercises. An All-Inclusive Solution: We provide one integrated product file which is not just easy-to-use but smoothly integrates into modern technological environments making it a perfect fit within contemporary e-learning infrastructures. Bridging The Gap Between Public Schooling And Homeschooling: Our tool has been precisely curated considering the detailed needs of each student, regardless of whether you're a public school teacher or a homeschooling parent. Together, Let's Ignite Mathematical Curiosity! Possess the power to shape young minds' analytical thinking skills with our comprehensive Algebra solution! Join us in setting afire sparks of mathematical curiosity amongst burgeoning scholars across the globe!
Author Classroom Complete Press
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Growing Minds in Science #1: Lessons for Stimulating Thinking
, Grade 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Growing Minds in Science #1: Lessons for Stimulating Thinking An enriching teaching resource designed to stimulate deep thought and exploration in the field of science. Packed with activities aimed at fortifying students' critical thinking skills, this PDF covers various aspects of scientific reasoning and research. Objective of the Teaching Material: The main aim is to encourage minds to grow through knowledge. Educators can plan engaging sessions where students partake in tasks such as classifying items, exploring logical statements requiring evidence-based conclusions, among others. Inclusive Lesson Planning: Features numerous levels of student involvement for grades 4 through 8. Suitable for diverse learner-centered classrooms or homeschooling scenarios. No child is left out with inclusive learning techniques used across lessons. Teacher Guides and Efficiency: Each activity is comprehensively explained through teacher guides included with every task. Lesson preparation becomes simplified enabling educators to adapt instructions based on individual needs or group settings. Growing Minds in Science #1 as a Homework Assignment Tool: This versatile tool goes beyond traditional classroom setup; it works seamlessly as a homework assignment tool too. The research-oriented tasks stimulate self-paced learning and exploration outside school settings resulting in autonomous learners preparing from young ages for future higher-level educations needs. In essence, If you're seeking an all-in-one resource to fuel your students’ curiosity while honing practical scientific skills – Growing Minds In Science #1: Lessons for Stimulating Thinking could be your ideal choice!
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags Science Lessons, Science Activity, Thinking Skills, Hypothesis, Growing Minds
Simple Machines: What Are Simple Machines?
Science, Technology, Engineering, Common Core, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Simple Machines: What Are Simple Machines? This comprehensive teaching resource is perfect for educators in public schools or homeschool settings. Gain an in-depth understanding of simple machines, while making them engaging and enjoyable for students. Concepts Covered: The fundamental principles of force, motion, and work Real-world applications of these machines Different types of simple machines like: Levers Inclined planes Wedges Screws & etc. The learning extends further to include exploration into compound machine examples such as can openers. Learner activities: Crosswords and word searches to consolidate newly acquired facts and reinforce key vocabulary. Fear not! Learning about Simple Machines does not have to be burdensome or challenging. With reader-friendly language selection combined with captivating graphics included - understanding complex engineering principles has never been easier! Tailored delivery: The format lends itself well across different educational settings from whole class sessions to smaller focus groups. An excellent tool for additional homework-based consolidation tasks as well! Note:This resource aligns with the Common Core State Standards ensuring adherence to high teaching benchmarks whilst nurturing STEM-relevant competencies. I A downloadable PDF file designed especially for Grades 5-8: explore scientific and engineering knowledge in a fun, relatable way now!
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Taking Time for Teamwork: Moving and Protecting Objects:
, Grade 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Taking Time for Teamwork: Moving and Protecting Objects An immersive learning experience that combines critical thinking, problem-solving, and team bonding. Designed for students from grade 4 through grade 12 to work collaboratively on exciting hands-on activities. Main Focus: Designing contraptions to move items from one location to another. The constructions elevate objects or protect them from harm. Promotes teamwork while fostering advanced cognitive skill development. About the Exercises: Each activity includes a list of essential supplies, prerequisites for completion, testing guidelines, scoring methods, and helpful notes specifically designed for teachers running this program. Versatility & Flexibility: The lesson plan offers flexibility in its implementation. It can be executed as collective projects in larger classroom settings or as homework assignments directed towards smaller groups working together digitally or in person – providing educators with multiple adaptable options. Format/type of lesson plan: A single PDF file with 14 printable pages encapsulating different levels of complexities - each unique but tied by common threads. This makes Taking Time for Teamwork : Moving and Protecting Objects versatile enough to implement across various curriculum vectors – it can seamlessly blend into various academic areas without losing its essence nor compromising its core objectives. In Conclusion: Fundamentally crafted with human faculties at the forefront – provoking collaborative instincts while stimulating intellectual curiosities - pushing teaching experiences beyond text-based instructions towards more experiential pathways that joyfully breed knowledge through collaborative enterprise.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags Team Building, Communication, Critical Thinking, Stem Exercises, Challenges
Senses,Nervous & Respiratory Systems: The Respiratory System - FLASH-PC
Science, Life Sciences, Human Body, Common Core, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Senses, Nervous & Respiratory Systems: The Respiratory System - FLASH-PC An educational resource designed for science teachers and educators working with students in grade 5 through grade 8. This comprehensive teaching tool provides a full exploration of the human respiratory system as part of the broader exploration into human senses, nervous and respiratory systems. It comes as a zip file with PC software that can be easily incorporated into your digital learning resources. Main Features: In-depth mini chapter on the ins and outs of our vital breathing mechanism that aligns perfectly with Common Core State Standards, ensuring factual accuracy while encouraging critical thought. Reading passages structured around “Before You Read” and “After You Read” questions enabling educators to assess understanding before moving forward while promoting retention through recall exercises after each section. A range of printable resources suitable for in-class activities or homework assignments aimed at reinforcing knowledge gained via reading materials. Vocabulary flashcards to aid mastering scientific terminology relating to identified themes within this unit. Note: These flashcards greatly enhance student literacy skills catering to different learning styles – auditory learners will find them especially useful when forming mental images associated with new terminology. Fascinating interactive video activities for stimulating knowledge acquisition beyond textbook-style learning by appealing towards visual-spatial intelligence. This encourages deeper engagement and comprehension among visual learners. Possible Implementations: This resource provides flexible future implementations whether it suits whole group lessons best during traditional class-setting instruction or small groups during lab-sessions promoting peer-learning dynamics; even individual self-study sessions have been factored into this multifaceted offering making it an homogenous mix suiting assorted teaching modes aimed at optimum learner-outcomes. In conclusion, Senses, Nervous & Respiratory Systems: The Respiratory System - FLASH-PC makes an excellent basis for any educator wanting to explore this fascinating area of human science in an engaging, informative and effective manner with middle school students.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags Reading Comprehension, Comprehension Questions, Science Worksheet, Human Body, Body Systems
Persian Gulf War (1990-1991): Aftermath Gr. 5-8
Social Studies, History, History: USA, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Persian Gulf War (1990-1991): Aftermath Gr. 5-8 This is a comprehensive teaching resource designed to help educators convey crucial aspects of the Persian Gulf War to students from Grade 5 to Grade 8. The resource focuses on the chapter titled "Aftermath Gr. 5-8", which concentrates on key events in U.S.-led Operation Desert Storm from 1990-1991 following Iraq's invasion of Kuwait. The package, made up of twenty-seven ready-to-print pages, provides materials for various teaching scenarios, including group activities during class hours, individual reading at home, small study groups or homework assignments. Included Information: Saddam Hussein’s background and role within the Baath Party Iraq’s invasion on Kuwait and world reactions The response from other countries and the UN Educational Activities: Equipped with hands-on activities that are created according to Bloom's Taxonomy such as: Crosswords and word search games for knowledge retention. Quizzes for testing comprehension about Persian Gulf War events. Main Subject Focus: This PDF file targets primarily USA History in Social Studies domain making it an invaluable aid for teachers addressing seminal moments American history while maintaining high engagement levels in classrooms. Persian Gulf War (1990 - 1991): Aftermath Gr . A must-have staple every educator should include in their pedagogical arsenal if instilling informed historical awareness among students is a top educational goal The Persian Gulf War (1990-1991): Aftermath Gr. 5-8 prompts knowledge gain with depth, context, and interactivity - your go-to resource for teaching related history lessons with depth.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags Persian Gulf War, Social Studies, History Quiz, History Word Search, U.S. History
Climate Change: Causes: Global Warming Gr. 5-8
Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Environmental Science, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Climate Change: Causes: Global Warming Gr. 5-8 A comprehensive teaching resource designed to educate students about the science of our atmosphere and the impact of human actions on the Earth System. This material aims to provide an accurate, scientific perspective on climate change, thereby aiding learners in distinguishing fact from fiction. Atmospheric Layers & The Impact of Color On Radiation Absorption Lessons delving into the various layers of our atmosphere. An experiment examining how an object's color influences the amount of radiation it absorbs hence sparking discussion around climate change factors. The relationship between Rising Global Temperatures and Ocean Life This lesson plan encourages understanding repercussions rising global temperatures bear on Earth's oceans by demonstrating how interconnected all parts of nature are and why that necessitates care for every component. Carbon Cycle Modeling & Methane’s Residence Time Concept Overview This method promotes practical learning through creative means such as modeling their own carbon cycle while also elucidating concepts like methane’s residence time thus giving students a broader picture in combating climate change. Ozone and Human Health Connection Eudcation The essential link between ozone and human health is presented as an essential knowledge piece when nurturing mindful members of society who not only value personal health but also care about global well-being. Inclusive Activities, Quizzes And Answer Keys Creative activities: Crosswords Riddles Word searches hence making learning entertaining while reinforcing lesson objectives effectively. Inclusion of comprehension quizzes for evaluation purposes and answer keys to assist educators during instruction or grading duties. The 28 pages material tailored specifically for grades 5 through 8 under subjects Science (Environmental Science) come ready-to-print on one consolidated PDF. Suitable for whole group instruction, small study groups, related homework assignments, or science fair preparation process. Create an enriching interactive learning journey around global warming and climate change with this resource.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags Global Warming, Carbon Cycle, Atmosphere, Bacteria, Comprehension Questions
How to Write An Essay: What Is a Persuasive Essay? - FLASH-MAC
ELA, Writing, Common Core, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
How to Write An Essay: What Is a Persuasive Essay? - FLASH-MAC FLASH-MAC is an indispensable teaching tool for educators aiming to effectively impart essential writing skills. This resource meticulously targets aspects of persuasive essay writing, churning out a potential winner for both public school teachers and homeschoolers. Educative Resource: As an educative resource, it artfully conjoins curriculum -based content with reading passages themed around 'how to write a persuasive essay.' To ensure comprehensive learning, the package includes insightful 'before you read' and enlightening 'after you read' questions. The aim here is not just about teaching how-to's but rather about igniting thought processes, helping students understand the core elements of crafting persuasive essays. Printables & Vocabulary Flashcards: To reinforce the learning journey further, "How to Write An Essay: What Is a Persuasive Essay?" brings along printables that aid in solidifying learnt concepts. Additionally, there are vocabulary flashcards that aim at enriching students' lexical repository - an essential tool when attempting persuasive essays. Inclusion of Graphic Organizers: To assist visually inclined learners or those who find organized visuals more comprehensible than blocks of words, this package also provides graphic organizers. Using these tools can help learners structure their thoughts more logically and convincingly on paper. Interactive Activities:The engagement doesn’t stop there – interactive activities are also incorporated into this valuable resource! These fun-filled tasks make the daunting task of essay-writing enjoyable while solidifying newly-acquired skills. Group Sizes Compatibility:This tool is practical for varying group sizes - whole classes can benefit from ground sessions utilizing this educational gem while smaller student clusters or individual students can use it as reinforcement tasks or homework assignments. "How to Write an Essay: What is A Persuasive Essay?" aligns perfectly well with Common Core State Standards ensuring your class is keeping up-to-date with expected skill levels for Grades 5-8 Language Arts/Writing classes. Moreover, its contents are crafted adhering to Bloom's Taxonomy adding another layer of depth to student learning. Easy Integration: The resource comes in a convenient Mac compatible software, making it an easy-to-integrate tool in the digital class environments of today. So, educators, if you're looking to make persuasive essay writing easier and more interactive for your students, this teaching tool could be just what you need in your teaching arsenal!
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Prevention, Recycling & Conservation: Clean Air Resources Gr. 5-8
Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Environmental Science, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Prevention, Recycling & Conservation: Clean Air Resources Gr. 5-8 Prevention, Recycling & Conservation: Clean Air Resources Gr. 5-8 is a pivotal teaching tool tailored for grade 5 to 8 educators seeking to deliver comprehensive knowledge of environmental science. This resource introduces key concepts such as conservation and different resource typologies - natural, renewable and non-renewable resources in an evoking yet age-appropriate manner. The language used simplifies comprehension by aligning with the reading levels of students in grades five through eight. It goes beyond theoretical understanding to present realistic paradigms that focus on landfill waste reduction techniques like composting. The text unravels how organic materials decompose while exploring critical waste management strategies necessary for preventing fresh water pollution. This educational tool delves into issues stemming from fossil fuel burning leading to air pollution concerns including smog creation, ozone depletion and greenhouse gas emission; consequently highlighting imperative initiations for student consciousness about global environmental threats arising from man-made activities. Unique aspects encompass presenting revolutionary alternatives such as new fuel sources directed towards achieving zero waste goals along with simple everyday sustainable tactics that students can adopt within their lives. The package doesn't just offer theory-centric content—it features innovative at-the-ready reading passages devised for direct classroom utilization. Besides these are student activities fashioned for both individual or group learning expeditions furthering basic understanding via application of acquired knowledge—which also make homework tasks more engaging while fostering wider scientific value exposure. Included Components: Reading Passages designed for active classroom exercises. A selection of individual or group Student Activities aiming at knowledge application—the perfect tool to make assignments interactive! Test Preparation instruments meant for reinforcement and evaluation of learned concepts. Colorful mini posters serving as visual aids working in tandem with textual explanations, suitable for remedial students. In summary, this educational package aligns with State Standards to ensure coherence in teaching methodologies while adhering to Bloom's Taxonomy goals—starting from remembering specific details all the way up to fostering original ideation. Therefore equipping learners for practical life implementation within and beyond classrooms. The product comes in an easy-to-use PDF file – primed for instant implementability making it an undeniable asset enriching environmental science education between grades 5 and 8.
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Canadian Government: Divisions of Each Branch of Government
Social Studies, Government, Common Core, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Canadian Government: Divisions of Each Branch of Government This unique instruction kit serves educators across the spectrum including public school teachers to homeschoolers. Designed for students between grades 5 and 8, it imparts detailed knowledge about Canadian governance and electoral systems. Usage: Suitable for various teaching methods, it can be used as part of whole group lessons or during small group activities. It also serves well as homework assignments. In-depth Insight on Power Levels within Canada's Government System Details about primary stakeholders. Key insights on legislative bodies like the Senate and the House of Commons. Vividly Colored Mini Posters & Reading Passages Including visually appealing materials to enhance learning experience, coupled with reading passages designed to elevate comprehension levels gradually amongst learners. Engaging Student Activities Crossword puzzles - to improve vocabulary skills related to politics. Word searches - aimed at enhancing attention span while learning complex subjects.. A concluding quiz evaluates students' comprehension ensuring a full-circle learning process. The lesson plan has been meticulously developed in line with Common Core State Standards guidelines. It aligns well with Bloom's Taxonomy ensuring cognitive development across all educational strata among elementary-aged pupils studying governmental frameworks in Canada. Bloom's Taxonomy Link Here... An essential educational supplement making intricate governmental structures easily understandable for young learners!
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Johnny Tremain: Exploring Literature Teaching Unit
ELA, Literature, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Johnny Tremain: Exploring Literature Teaching Unit This is a comprehensive educational resource which enables teachers to deliver engrossing and effective literature lessons. The teaching unit, comprising 66 ready-to-print pages, facilitates real comprehension and appreciation of quality literary works. Contents: A variety of dynamic classroom activities tested in real classrooms Available in an accessible PDF format allowing for easy discussion on topics like literature Saving the teacher valuable preparation time, this thoughtfully curated collection of education materials promotes enhanced student learning experiences. Versatility: Ideally suited for students within Grade levels 5 to 9, this all-inclusive lesson plan complements various learning situations: Can be used as material for whole group instruction or in a small group setting for targeted interventions. The pages can also be partitioned and handed out as individual homework assignments ensuring regular reinforcement outside the classroom atmosphere. In summary,the comprehensiveness yet compactness in design makes this teaching unit indispensable, greatly assisting educators aiming towards enhancing their language arts repertoire while journeying through literature with their students.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags Literature, Writing Project, Johnny Tremain, Character Development, Pre-reading
American Government: Divisions of Each Branch of Government Gr. 5-8
Social Studies, Government, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
American Government: Divisions of Each Branch of Government Gr. 5-8 A rich educational resource crafted to provide educators with a simple yet effective method for introducing students from grade 5 to 8 to the foundational aspects of the American government. This teaching resource is designed with features that simplify the complexities often associated with understanding how the American government operates. It's designed for public school teachers and homeschoolers alike, making it easier for them to explain concepts associated with legislative, executive and judicial branches of the federal government. Government Understanding: The product focuses on making students understand what a government entails - its roles and significance. As such, it offers learners an opportunity not only interactively learn about different types of governments including: Constitutional Monarchy Dictatorship The Representative Democracy America Operates On, They will also comprehend why each type exists. America’s Representative Democracy: The resource aims at helping students delve into America’s representative democracy as they unravel details embedded in important texts such as The Constitution. In addition, students can sort through amendments in The Bill Of Rights, where they engage in listing down main ideas inherent in these laws. Making Learning Interactive And Practical: This product makes learning both interactive and practical. Students can walk through systems within which our governments operate like when a bill transitions into law or even visualizing themselves in presidential roles solving nation-related issues. Adhering keenly to State Standards requirements while maintaining texts at Bloom's Taxonomy level adds more relevance and credibility towards improving comprehension levels among learners using this helpful educational guidebook. Insightful Supplementary Tasks: Apart from being insightful, this product also includes additional tasks designed to test acquired knowledge. Activities such as crossword puzzles, word search activities and comprehension quizzes, supplemented by an answer key are included in this PDF formatted teaching tool. Perfect for whole group instruction, the core subject Social Studies sub-subject Government or even small group studies or homework assignments.
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Cells,Skeletal & Muscular Systems: Organs and Organ Systems - FLASH-PC
Science, Life Sciences, Human Body, Common Core, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Cells, Skeletal & Muscular Systems: Organs and Organ Systems - FLASH-PC A comprehensive teaching resource designed to aid educators in conveying the complex areas of cells, skeletal and muscular systems. This resource primarily targets educators working with grade 5 to grade 8 students who seek innovative tools to make science class more engaging while meeting Common Core State Standards. This tool allows the educator to bring the complexity of human anatomy down to an understandable level for young students by breaking down challenging concepts into digestible reading passages. Thoughtfully structured, these passages are designed with supplementary 'Before you Read' and 'After you Read' questions that encourage comprehension and recall of key points discussed. For further reinforcement of acquired knowledge, this educational product comes with: Printables that can enhance learning through visual representations An array of flashcards included in this package too Interactive activities strategically woven into the lesson plans This forms a vast pool of resources, targeted at strengthening student vocabulary regarding cell biology and human anatomy. This helps equip students better for future lessons as well as develop problem-solving abilities creating direct engagement points for important topics covered in class. Tailoring Approach: Fitting Bloom's Taxonomy, facilitates unique instruction strategies suiting varied sets like whole group instruction or small peer groups discussion formats due its flexibility in nature. Additionally, there are lesson highlights included providing added convenience when planning sessions out beforehand per needs basis. Note: The multi-platform compatibility available due its software (PC) format gives more user convenience making transitions seamless between platforms depending on preferences thereby delivering a versatile teaching resource overall. With ease-of-use when considering material navigation integrating with electronic materials overall, it proves to be a practical approach for educators promoting understanding of the Human Body subsubject in various setups such as schools or homeschooling environments.
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Global Warming CAUSES: Greenhouse Gases: Nitrous Oxide - FLASH-MAC
Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Environmental Science, Common Core, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Global Warming CAUSES: Greenhouse Gases: Nitrous Oxide - FLASH-MAC The Global Warming CAUSES teaching resource, focusing on Greenhouse Gases and specifically Nitrous Oxide, offers enriching and engaging educational material for students in grades 5 through 8. This comprehensive resource delivers insights into environmental science within the framework of science subjects. Taking a deep dive into the root causes behind global warming, it centres around one of the pivotal greenhouse gases - nitrous oxide. It aids in fostering a fundamental understanding of this critical subject among young minds as part of their essential science curriculum . Educational Resources: This informative chapter mini equips educators with curriculum -based content in diverse formats like reading passages that have questions for students to ponder before and after they read. These reading tasks can create lively group discussions or serve as comprehension exercises for individual learners. To boost learning retention and allow learners to interact with concepts more dynamically, various interactive activities are incorporated into this package. The provided material encourages users discover new concepts at their own pace either individually or collaboratively thereby enhancing their knowledge retention capacity multiple folds. For vocabulary development regarding this key topic, flash cards are also made available helping visualize complex terms easily making them perfect for classroom study or homework assignment alike. In addition to printables that provide tactile reinforcement of lessons learned digitally; multimedia resources such as video content and audio undertones further make it more comprehensive by bringing auditory learners onboard ensuring learning is holistic yet easy & fun-filled! Educational Standards: Upholding the highest education standards, all content aligns seamlessly with the Common Core State Standards equipping educators with quality educational tools ensuring no compromises on student's learning outcomes. The depth level has been carefully curated according to Bloom’s Taxonomy thus creating an integrated learning resource that supports deep pan-curricular connections. A must-have tool designed meticulously considering how today's digital native students learn best – a tool where conventional academic rigour meets modern delivery methods! Be it science classes in traditional classrooms, virtual classrooms, or homeschooling setups, the FLASH-MAC resources equips educators with quality content enabling them to nurture next-generation leaders. Please note that this teaching resource requires a Mac software file type for efficient operation. Note: Only one product file is contained within this purchase.
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21st Century Writing: An accelerated program to help students develop their writing skills
ELA, Writing, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
21st Century Writing: An Accelerated Program to Help Students Develop Their Writing An engaging and comprehensive teaching resource designed to bolster the real-life writing skills of Grade 5-8 students across various fields. This program fosters a fun, collaborative learning environment that stimulates creativity and critical thought. Students utilizing this accelerated program will nurture their ability to express ideas in an organized, structured manner, vital for competent writing. The dynamism of this tool allows educators to implement it flexibly: used as a centerpiece for whole-group instruction or tailored for small focus groups—this provides adaptable support that’s catered flawlessly for diverse learning strategies. Versatile Units This resource encompasses versatile units targeting proficient mastery of various types of writing; these include but not limited to: Expository and technical styles Personal essays Solicited opinions pieces Effective letter composition A notable feature is the emphasis on revision and editing—a critical stage often undermined in traditional academic templates. By integrating it into routine practice via this module helps train learners perceive literature's fluidity effectively while developing handy proofreading skills—the quintessence narrative fluency. Digital Availability & Curriculum Flexibility: The content included is efficiently stored as a convenient PDF file— easy availability ensuring your lesson plans remain at arm's reach whenever inspiration strikes! While primary alignment resides within Language Arts quotas specifically supporting the 'Writing' subcategory, versatile versatility would allow creative educators wriggle room when planning interdisciplinary sessions linking multiple core curriculum elements. In Short: In short - whether you're spearheading classroom-wide eager writers’ projects or offering remedial tutoring in intimate environments; the 21st Century Writing makes an invaluable addition to any modern educator’s toolkit looking towards comprehensively preparing students with functional linguistic lifeskills necessary within our increasingly literary-dependent societal fabric.
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Reading Comprehension: Making Inferences - FLASH-PC
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Reading Comprehension: Making Inferences - FLASH-PC This is a comprehensive teaching resource designed to significantly aid in developing students' understanding of interpretation and deduction tactics. Aimed at teachers and instructors from Grade 5 up to Grade 8, it focuses on boosting the analytical skills required for reading comprehension. What sets this course apart, however, is its specific emphasis on the concept of making inferences. Exemplification Learning Approach The resource adopts an exemplification learning approach with Reading Passages providing real-world examples acting as blueprints upon which students can build their skills. Each passage kick-starts with 'Before You Read' questions and winds down with 'After You Read' questions to reinforce learning. Plethora of Supporting Materials Vocabulary flash cards, Educator's printable documents, Inferential graphic organizers. The product offers these supportive materials to diversify teaching approaches, catering to various learning styles ensuring internalization of new vocabulary effectively. Omnipresent Utility & Flexibility Besides being a comprehensive standalone resource for use during language arts lessons in comprehension subtopics, the product also has opportunities for blended e-learning experiences due its software (for PC) file type that permits different modes of implementation — be it whole group sessions or smaller study groups besides individual study assignments — giving it utility across different classroom environments or homeschooling setups. In essence Reading Comprehension: Making Inferences - FLASH-PC serves as a comprehensive guide simplifying understanding and mastering complex inferring tasks returning rich literacy rewards beneficial beyond school years extending into professional trajectories later in life.
Author Classroom Complete Press
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Reducing Your Community's Carbon Footprint: Climate is Changing, and So Must We Gr. 5-8
Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Environmental Science, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Reducing Your Community's Carbon Footprint: Climate is Changing, and So Must We Gr. 5-8 An engaging teaching resource for educators aimed at offering in-depth knowledge about the impact of global climate change on communities and habitats. Suitable for students from Grade 5 to Grade 8, under the subject of Environmental Science. Climate is Changing, and So Must We Gr. 5-8 Subsection This section focuses on enhancing the understanding of our changing world by identifying cause-and-effect relationships between daily human activities and major environmental issues. Cuba’s transformation case study provides students a practical illustration of how societies can tackle climate change by reducing their carbon footprint. The lessons explore heat island effect caused by cities modification on local climates Learning Strategies Incorporated In The Resource Whole group discussions: Focusing on distinct living environments' influence on commuters' travel footprints. Small group brainstorming sessions: Imagining new lives for recycled goods with peers. Individual assignments: Researching green cities across the globe independently. These methodologies create various avenues rendering enlightening yet enjoyable lessons. This resource emphasizes using realistic cases to incite genuine interest in environmental sciences amongst pupils while inspiring development sustainable solutions for their communities. The development as a PDF file type product ensures basic compatibility with existing technology platforms making its usage flexible, including but not limited to homeschooling arrangements. In addition to theoretical learning material, this resource also includes: - Graphic organizers - Carbon footprint calculator - Crossword puzzles - Comprehension quizzes These additional materials facilitate effective assessment mechanisms while maintaining high levels of student engagement. To facilitate the teachers, an answer key is also provided for convenience during grading processes.
Author Classroom Complete Press
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Global Warming EFFECTS: Melting Ice Sheets - FLASH-MAC
Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Environmental Science, Common Core, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Global Warming EFFECTS: Melting Ice Sheets - FLASH-MAC An innovative teaching aid designed for grades 5 through 8 environmental science courses, offering interactive learning about the phenomenon of melting ice sheets due to global warming. Resourceful Reading Passages: Includes thought-provoking questions and useful printables . Vocabulary printables /flashcards">Flashcards : Enriches students' technical vocabulary power relating to global warming. Video Materials: Visually illustrates concepts for robust engagement with complex topics. Critical Thinking:Fosters an exploratory approach towards learning, adheres to Bloom's Taxonomy framework encouraging multi-dimensional critical thinking abilities. Note: You'll need Mac software operation access as it's specifically designed for Mac compatibility. This resource offers "an exploration-driven learning experience", centred on pressing ecological matters such as 'Global Warming'. It transforms the abstract concept of global warming effects into a tangible and relatable subject for young learners. Educational Alignment Aligned with 'Common Core State Standards' , this teaching tool ensures that students gain knowledge relevant within broader educational frameworks. An ideal resource ranging from whole-group instructional sessions to smaller task groups or even homework assignments.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags Software (Mac)
Galaxies & The Universe - Digital Lesson Plan Gr. 5-8 | PC Software
Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Space, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Galaxies & The Universe - Digital Lesson Plan Gr. 5-8 | PC Software This is an intriguing teaching software that navigates the thrilling terrain of galaxies and the universe, catering to students from Grade 3 through 8. Content: This multimedia resource divides its content into an interactive digital lesson plan with 80 pages. It traverses topics from particles of matter to complex star systems in our universe. Intriguing subjects covered include: Black Holes and Gravity Nebulae Pulsars Educational Features: The software provides rich reading passages for each topic, supplemented by "Before and After" reading activities. Test preps are provided to reinforce various lessons. Interactive Learning: Each lesson includes entertaining games such as memory match games or crosswords, amplifying student engagement and transforming learning into a fun-filled experience. Resources: Printable resources are included in the package, supporting different learning styles & offering convenient options for additional study or homework. Assessments : Comprehension quizzes assist instructors in assessing student understanding after each topic covered. This fosters real-time adjustments needed in instructional delivery whenever miscomprehensions arise. Linguistic Inclusion: The software also offers English & Spanish Text-to-Speech features which promote inclusivity for classrooms with diverse linguistic backgrounds. Bloom's Taxonomy Alignment & Curriculum Standards: Designed with careful consideration of Bloom's Taxonomy principles, this product seamlessly aligns within your school's curriculum standards. All these features make Galaxies & The Universe - Digital Lesson Plan Gr. 5-8 | PC Software an excellent resource in any classroom setting from whole class instructions to small group workspaces assignments or homework. It simplifies scientific complexities, enabling a mesmerizing journey through the universe thereby fostering interest in young astronomers.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags Astronomy Lesson Plan, Science Reading Passage, Universe Lesson, Galaxies Activity, Science Activity
South America: Location Gr. 5-8
Social Studies, Geography, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
South America: Location Gr. 5-8 This is an informative teaching resource created to boost students' understanding of South American geography. This chapter slice, derived from our comprehensive lesson plan on South America, emphasizes the endangered environment and native wildlife in this diverse continent. Main Features Prominent Places: Introduce your students to key areas like the highly-popular Caribbean Region. Geographical Features: Engage learners with in-depth exploration into geographical features of countries like Chile and distinguish between distinct attributes of significant areas including the Andes Mountains and Pampas. Globally Renowned Subjects: Excite your learners with research on globally renowned subjects such as Amazon River known for its staggering length and diverse ecosystem. Diverse Wildlife Analysis: With our included Wildlife Organizer, scholars can investigate unique species residing within specific regions within South America such as The Andes mountains or Amazon Rainforest. Included Materials The teaching package boasts a variety of practical material spread across 41 easily printable PDF pages. Included resources consist of: Mapped materials closely aligned to State Standards and Five Themes of Geography Educational activities — including crosswords and word searches aimed at reinforcing academic knowledge through homework assignments or cooperative group work. Evaluation tools — consisting comprehension quizzes fitting for class assessment along with corresponding answer keys ensuring effective learning tracking while assuring seamless coverage throughout structured lesson plans intentionally designed especially for grades five to eight predominantly targeting Social Studies domain effectively using Geographic topic as a sub-subject.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags Reading Passages, Social Studies, Geography, Comprehension Questions, South America