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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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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
Pricing and Profit (Full Intro to Business Unit)
Life Studies, Social Studies, Finance, Business, Career, Economics, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Attention, business educators! Unlock the secrets of pricing with this simple and easy to implement "Pricing and Profit" unit – a great tool for your business curriculum ! This unit includes 4 main topics: Overview of Pricing: Get into the fundamentals that set the stage for profitable business. Explore what it means to set price points and try to achieve profitability. How do corporations come to pricing decisions? And more. Pricing Strategies: Explore the most common pricing strategies used in this era of business: Cost-Plus Pricing, Value-Based Pricing, Penetration Pricing, and Skimming Pricing. This chapter takes a look at each of those concepts in-depth. Break-Even Analysis: "What do we need to price things at in order to achieve profitability? This is maybe the most fundamental question about pricing that a business can ask. This portion of the lesson gives them experience actually doing those calculations. Profit Margin Calculations: From gross to net profit margins, this chapter helps students analyze just how big of a margin a business is able to accomplish with its pricing strategy, and how different strategies pursue different levels of profit margins. This teaching package includes many resources – from a helpful and well-made class slideshow to impactful embedded videos, and student-friendly follow-along notes. It's a practical toolkit designed to make your classroom experience both engaging and impactful. In short, this product helps you get back to doing what you do well... focusing on the actual teaching! This product is part of a wider business curriculum . Be on the lookout for similar products from this store! Enjoy, and don't be afraid to reach out with questions, comments, or suggestions.
Author Ed Dynamic
Rating 5
Tags Price, Profit, Pricing, Business, Economics, Finance, Profit Margin, Break Even Analysis, Entrepreneurship
Applying Life Skills - Your Personal Relationships Gr. 6-12+
Life Studies, Special Resources, Life Skills, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Become friends with your peers. Learn how to have healthy friendships. Experience the reward of friendly ties. This resource focuses on the importance of personal relationships. Test your assertiveness with a quiz. Learn how to collaborate with others. Compare risk versus reward. Get better at making decisions with tips and strategies. Get better at problem solving by spotting goals and barriers. Get better coping skills with healful strategies like breathing techniques. Get to know the different between a digital visitor and resident, and whether you're responsible on the web. This resource is made up of reading passages, real-world activities, graphic organizers, and extension activities, like a crossword, word search and comprehension quiz. Combining high interest concepts with low vocabulary to make sure all learners understand the necessary skills required in life. Aligned to your State Standards. Written to Bloom's Taxonomy. This content is reproducible.
Author Classroom Complete Press
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Tags Life Skills, Comprehension, Graphic Organizers, Reading Passage, Personal Relationships
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
Earthquakes and Tsunamis | A Comprehensive Hands-On Science Unit
Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Earth Sciences, Grade 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Earthquakes and Tsunamis: A Comprehensive Hands-On Science Unit An all-inclusive educational tool for instructors seeking an engaging method to introduce students to the intriguing world of earth sciences. The resource provides in-depth information about the origins and attributes of earthquakes and tsunamis, making it a seamless addition to any middle school science program. Interactive Learning The unit integrates activities that stimulate student participation by facilitating investigations, data recording, and exploring different styles of reporting real-world calamities. These experiments are both informative and captivating, transforming scientific exploration into a thrilling experience within classroom settings. Product Features 32 orderly pages: ready for instant printing, saving time during lesson preparation while assuring your learners have access to supreme quality learning content. Audience Grade Range: designed with grades 4 - 8 in mind providing suitable in-depth exploration into earth sciences aligning with common educational objectives. Versatility: ideal for full class instruction but can also be used in small group discussions or given as homework assignments or supplemental study guides. Fused Learning Resources The Earthquakes and Tsunamis: A Comprehensive Hands-On Science Unit synergises meticulously chosen topics from Earth Sciences into one understandable package under Lesson Plans. Students engage with detailed studies while answering hair-raising questions about earthquake-caused tsunamis after watching them play out on news platforms or films. This brings a fresh perspective on earth sciences making it an invaluable tool for teaching science universally suitable for public school educators as well as homeschool teachers . Note: The actual applicability of this tool accounts solely toward the validity thus using these connections should improve student literacy in the realm even further. It undertakes its primary goal, which is cultivating mindful learners ready for the world's volatile nature.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags Earth Sciences, Science Unit, Earthquakes, Tsunamis, Outdoor Experiments
Reading Comprehension: Sequencing
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Common Core, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Reading Comprehension: Sequencing This educational resource is a specialized extract from the comprehensive lesson plan Reading Comprehension. Primarily designed for grades 5 through 8 in Language Arts programs, its main goal is to successfully develop a child's reading comprehension and fluency. Reading is undeniably one of the most critical communication skills in our society. Hence, this guide emphasizes several fundamental aspects of reading. It addresses crucial elements such as context clues utilization, ascertainment of passages or stories' main idea correctly and development of inference skills. The user-friendly layout of this teaching aid allows ease in understanding and seamlessly absorbing shared tips. It teaches students about these core components by defining key terms and providing numerous practice opportunities. Key Concepts in Reading The importance of utilizing context clues Ascertaining the correct primary subject matter from passages or stories Cultivating inference abilities for better understanding A noteworthy feature that sets Reading Comprehension: Sequencing apart from other resources is its alignment with two recognized guidelines - Common Core State Standards and Blooms Taxonomy, ensuring aptness for instructional techniques. This impeccably structured resource would prove highly beneficial for educators executing group sessions or overseeing individual study times at school or home - helping improve your students’ comprehension skills significantly. Possible Implementation Methods: Group work discussions focusing on sequencing elements within texts during class periods Distributing pages as homework assignments Finally, it’s worth mentioning that this guide comes as a PDF file making it conveniently accessible across various devices – integrating seamlessly into any teaching plan with broad objectives ranging from enhancing overall reading comprehension to understanding sequence in the larger context of language arts.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags PDF
Daily Health & Hygiene Skills Gr. 6-12 - Canadian Content
Special Resources, Life Skills, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Daily Health & Hygiene Skills Gr. 6-12 - Canadian Content: An engaging and educative resource designed explicitly for students in Grades 6 through 12, focusing on necessary daily health and hygiene skills. Comprises a combination of reading passages, graphic organizers , real-world activities, puzzles, and quizzes. Designed with lower vocabulary levels for better comprehension. Main Educational Focus: Nutrition: Learning about healthy eating and meal planning. Understanding food groups' contribution to general health. Fitness: Importance of physical exercise along with diet for overall wellbeing. Encouraging students to plan personal fitness routines. Dental & Personal Care: Essential grooming practices including dental care are explained in an accessible manner. This also includes aspects like home maintenance skills fostering self-dependency among learners. Additional Features: Safety Measures:Educates about personal safety during commutation or travel and raises awareness about the dangers associated with prescription drug abuse. Social Engagement:Covers themes related to community engagement that aid interpersonal development while instilling a sense of social responsibility in learners. Based on Provincial Standards following Bloom's Taxonomy Approach: The resource is aligned according to different cognitive skills as identified by Bloom's approach making it suitable for usage across different circumstances – whether it is whole group instruction by educators or individualized assignments targeted at learners with specific needs; even homeschooled children can benefit from this resource. The resource is primarily categorized under Life Skills, making it a versatile pedagogic tool. It is available in easily downloadable PDF format ensuring high usability.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags PDF
8th Grade Spelling Unit | Spelling Curriculum | Spelling Lists
ELA, Language Development, Spelling, Grade 8, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools
This amazing spelling curriculum has been designed to provide everything you need for your eighth graders as they study spelling. These lists are organized by by spelling rule and pattern. Common core and other educational standards and recommendations were consulted and used as these lists and activities were compiled. Read below to find out which patterns and rules are studied each week. Each week has 10 words assigned but also provides space for 5 personal words. You can choose whether to add thematic words or review spelling words. This resource includes enough spelling lists to cover 30 school weeks. Each Week Includes: - Teacher poster with spelling list and spelling rule or pattern (in color) - Teacher call out page with example sentences to read out during the test (in color) - Weekly cover sheet - Pretest printout - Spelling worksheet to trace each word twice and write each word twice. - Spelling worksheet to trace each word once and write each word three times. - Spelling worksheet to read a sentence and circle the correctly spelled word. - Spelling worksheet to identify the correctly spelled words. - Spelling test printout Also Provided: 8th Grade Spelling Word List Showing all the words for the year Spelling Test Template 2 to a Page Spelling Test Template 1 to a Page Personal Spelling List Practice Sheet Extra Spelling Practice Sheet Spelling Rules and Patterns By Week: Week 1- Words that end with -ent/-ant Week 2- Vowel -i words Week 3- Double consonants Week 4- Homophones Week 5- Adding an -s to the end of a word Week 6- Vowel -o words Week 7- Double consonants Week 8- Adding a prefix Week 9- Tricky endings including -ent/-ant, -ence/-ance, and -ery/-ary. Week 10- Vowel -a words Week 11- Suffix -ous Week 12- Homophones Week 13- Double consonants Week 14- Double the ending consonant when adding an -ed or -ing Week 15- Vowel digraphs that get mixed up such as -au/-ua, and -ia /-ai. Week 16- Words that end with -ar/-or/-er Week 17- Words with an -ai vowel digraph Week 18- Verbs in an -ing form Week 19- Confusing consonants Week 20- Adding a suffix Week 21- Words with an -ee or -ea that often get confused Week 22- Homophones Week 23- Words that have an -ly ending Week 24- Silent letters Week 25- Combing two words to make one, some require changes Week 26- Words with the vowel combinations -ei and -ie Week 27- Confusing ends including -le/-el and -age/-ege Week 28- Consonant blends including -sc and -gh Week 29- Words that have an -ly ending Week 30- Commonly misspelled words I can be contacted for questions and concerns at simplyschoolgirl1@gmail.com
Author Simply Schoolgirl
Tags Spelling Patterns, Spelling Rules, Spelling Worksheets, Spelling Activities, Spelling Tests, Vocabulary, Spelling Printables, Printable Spelling, Spelling List, Quiz
Mapping Skills with Google Earth Gr. 6-8
Social Studies, Geography, Grade 6, 7, 8, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Mapping Skills with Google Earth Gr. 6-8: A Comprehensive Teaching Resource Mapping Skills with Google Earth Gr. 6-8 is a dynamic teaching resource designed for educators seeking adaptive strategies to enhance middle school students' map reading skills using the innovative platform, Google Earth™. Potential users might include public school teachers desiring to make social studies more engaging or homeschooling parents who need a comprehensive and user-friendly solution for teaching geography. The key features focus on helping students understand complex aspects like coordinates and population demographics over time. A variety of practical exercises are integrated into the learning process, such as locating countries using coordinates on Google Earth™ This tool encourages active learning through various tasks that test comprehension and stimulate critical thinking. An Additional layer of Engagement: This resource facilitates a comparative study between world maps and globes through platforms like Google Earth™. Learners also get an opportunity to improve their linguistic abilities through crossword puzzles and word search games incorporated in this package. A comprehension quiz aligned with state standards helps reinforce knowledge while tracking improvement. To cater to stress-free implementation: An answer key is included to provide educators easy reference for verifying learner responses coupled with clear instructions presented as a PDF file for an effective application no matter what your tech literacy level may be! In conclusion, 'i>Mapping Skills with Google Earth Gr. 6-8'' proves an optimal resource for addressing geographical knowledge cultivation required in grades 6 through 8 social studies curriculum across various education setups.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags PDF
Social Skills: Personal Development Gr. 6-12+
Special Resources, Social Skills, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Social Skills: Personal Development Gr. 6-12+ A valuable teaching tool designed specifically for the education of middle and high school students. Primarily focusing on core life skills often overlooked in regular curricula vital to adulthood - social skills. A versatile resource that seamlessly fits a spectrum of settings - public schools, private institutions, or homeschooling environments. Personal Development in Social Skills Aids learners in identifying and understanding personality traits beneficial or detrimental towards relationships. Hence cultivating an atmosphere conducive for long-lasting friendships. Promotes independence among learners by nurturing self-reliance with tips on how to responsibly handle situations like declining requests professionally without affecting interpersonal relations. The Roadmap to Goal Achievement Assists individuals through personal development mapping mirroring significant milestones necessary for efficiently achieving future goals – a beacon guiding them prudently through life’s journey. Towards Personal and Professional Accountability The program emphasizes accountability both at personal and workplace levels while teaching how to appropriately react when faced with criticism, thereby paving avenues for growth opportunities. Inculcating Collaborative Etiquette Promotes inclusivity by fostering collaboration techniques calling upon breaking damaging habits through structured challenges spread over 30 days period providing tangible metrics of progress while nudging constant efforts towards improvement regimes. Focused etiquette lessons underline the importance of politeness and kindness in creating cordial human interaction dynamics effectively strengthening bonds with people around us. An enriching learning experience embedded with: Easily understandable reading passages filled with enlightening graphics coordinated tasks Real-world activities applicable to multiple scenarios Engaging exercises such as crossword puzzles and word searches that stimulate cognitive function Frequent quizzes to ensure the assimilation of knowledge. Syllabus Alignment and Flexibility Built based on Bloom's Taxonomy premises maintaining loyalty towards state standard alignments, this resource is fully reproducible thus providing flexibility in its application fitting larger study group sessions; dedicated small groups or targeted individual-based home assignments. Despite complexities, 'Social Skills: Personal Development Gr. 6-12+' constantly remains student-centric whilst promoting constructive development.
Author Classroom Complete Press
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World Political Leaders: Ronald Reagan (United States) Gr. 5-8
Social Studies, Government, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
World Political Leaders: Ronald Reagan (United States) Gr. 5-8 This chapter slice is from the comprehensive lesson plan on World Political Leaders, designed to provide a thorough understanding of the life and influence of Ronald Reagan, former President of the United States, to students in grades 5 to 8. The material delves into his leadership role during the Cold War, focusing on significant events like his famous arms race. In order to draw parallels between different nations and their leaders, sections featuring other renowned world political figures such as George W. Bush and Vicente Fox are included. The content extends beyond politics by incorporating cultural learning through an exploration of international affairs. Let your students take a virtual journey from Mexico—where Fox brokered peace between Bush and Fidel Castro—to Tibet where they can explore Dalai Lama's dual responsibilities as both Head of State and spiritual leader for Tibetan Buddhists. The teaching resource further includes insights into Margaret Thatcher’s role in ending apartheid within South Africa intertwined with Mikhail Gorbachev’s journey from Soviet Union leadership to winning a Nobel Peace Prize. Bloom's Taxonomy & Interactive Learning: All sections are designed with Bloom's Taxonomy guidelines in mind; extending beyond basic comprehension levels by having writing tasks embedded within that improves critical thinking skills tied directly into state standards. An interactive element adds an engaging twist - crosswords and word searches revolving around key terms are included for reinforcement! A comprehension quiz provides educators real-time insight into what areas may need revisiting or extra focus during subsequent lessons. A Great Addition To Social Studies Lessons: This module not only offers a wealth of information on past leaders, but also fosters analytical skills through engaging pedagogical activities such as quizzes. Perfect for both class time or homework assignments. A valuable addition to your grade 5-8 Social Studies and Government lessons! The chapter comes in an easily downloadable and printable PDF format - making history come alive has never been more accessible for teachers.
Author Classroom Complete Press
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The Modern World
Social Studies, History, History: World, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
The Modern World The Modern World is a comprehensive digital educational resource designed to guide students on a historical journey from the end of World War II to the present day. This extensive package covers pivotal events such as post-war reconstruction in Europe, the start of the Cold War, space exploration and impactful technological discoveries. Students using this material will engage with the important contributions made by influential figures like Mahatma Gandhi, Nikita Khrushchev and Mikhail Gorbachev, alongside noteworthy U.S. Presidencies from Harry Truman through Bill Clinton. These deep dives into historical icons help provide an understanding of their significant influence on our contemporary world. Unique Features of The Modern World Engaging map exercises Riveting review questions that promote critical thinking skills. A single product file for practical access, making it an invaluable teaching tool. Suitable for Grade 7 up to Grade 12 learners studying Social Studies or focusing on world history deeply. This curriculum offers an excellent balance between teaching historical knowledge and nurturing vital analytical thinking abilities essential for academic success across subjects. It can easily adapt to various teaching settings-from lively class discussions or within breakout sessions. It could even serve as learning material over holiday periods or part of homework assignments encouraging independent study at home. Note: All lesson plans come conveniently packaged in a PDF file format which makes it easy for teachers to upload onto preferred educational systems or print if paper-based activities better suit their style in class engagement. Remember: Each student has potential; give them these vibrant fibers from our past so they may weave future successes with The Modern World!</p
Author Classroom Complete Press
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Daily Health & Hygiene Skills: Personal Hygiene, Grooming and Dental Care - Canadian Content Gr. 6-12
P.E. & Health, Health, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Daily Health & Hygiene Skills: Personal Hygiene, Grooming and Dental Care - Canadian Content Gr. 6-12 A potent teaching aid for educators aiming to instill essential health skills in their wards for an enriched lifestyle. Lesson Plan Features: Part of the lesson plan called "Daily Health & Hygiene Skills - Canadian Content" Crafted keeping in mind the interests and comprehension levels of students from grades 6-12 In-depth coverage of vital concepts necessary for a healthy lifestyle with foundation laid on nutritious food choices and meal planning Comprehensive Coverage: Health and wellness achieved through knowledge about balanced dietary intake followed by exercise routines fostering overall fitness. Invaluable personal hygiene practices starting from rudimentary grooming to dental care essentials. Critical understanding about maintaining household cleanliness leading towards holistic development. i>The resource further extends its scope by including important safety guidelines focusing on travel safety rules or potential hazards related to misuse of over-the-counter medication or prescribed drugs. Learning aids incorporated: Mind-stimulating crossword puzzles that enhance mental capabilities along with consolidating learning outcomes. Type specific Graphic organize ensuring systematic organization of data acquired during learning process. Accessible vocabulary : This resource has been designed considering learners possessing varied degree proficiency levels. While it enlists all critical health-related skill sets required to foster a healthier living style, it also complies efficiently with Bloom's Taxonomy metrics while aligning with their Provincial Standards. Digital format of the resource in a PDF file format. This allows for flexibility during its application, whether it be using it during group class activities, individual assignment homes or even in the context of homeschooling. Note: An enjoyable learning experience is guaranteed for students by incorporating this comprehensive educational resource into your pedagogical tools.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags PDF, Personal Hygiene Lesson Plans For Middle School
How to Write a Paragraph: What Is a Paragraph - FLASH-MAC
ELA, Writing, Common Core, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
How to Write a Paragraph: What Is a Paragraph - FLASH-MAC This is a comprehensive teaching resource designed to help Grade 5 through Grade 8 students grasp the concept of paragraph writing. This robust tool focuses on the understanding of 'What is a Paragraph' in alignment with the Common Core State Standards. This valuable teaching aid features curriculum -based content delivered as reading passages, followed by thought-provoking questions that stimulate intellectual curiosity both before and after reading. It aids educators in setting up an interactive and dynamic learning environment that engages young minds, encouraging them to expand their language arts skills specifically targeted on writing. A Notable Feature: The inclusion of printable materials, which comprise vocabulary flashcards and graphic organizers. These add-ons are particularly great for small group activities or individual homework assignments reinforcing learned concepts. The vocabulary flashcards facilitate improved word retention, enhancing lexis expansion among learners, The graphic organizers serve as visual cues critical for conceptual building and improving comprehension. The FLASH-MAC version presents an added advantage of interactive activities. These engaging exercises provide opportunities for hands-on practice fostering active participation in class or during individual study sessions at home. In providing answers to 'What Is a Paragraph', this tool doesn't merely impart knowledge but also cultivates analytical thinking via Bloom's Taxonomy approach to learning—aiding not just memorization but actual comprehension as well. Note: Essentially crafted with modern education standards in mind, 'How to Write a Paragraph: What Is a Paragraph - FLASH-MAC' proves beneficial both for educators who aim efficient delivery of lesson plans and learners who look forward integrating depth to their Language Arts knowledge bank. Whether utilized in public schools or during homeschooling sessions, it sets forth engaging possibilities toward mastering paragraph writing.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags Software (Mac)
The Scribe: Full Lesson Plan w/ PowerPoints & Graphic Organizers
ELA, Literature, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools
The Scribe: A Comprehensive Reading Lesson Plan Bundle for Kristin Hunter's Short Story This reading lesson plan bundle for "The Scribe" by Kristin Hunter includes everything an educator needs to teach the text. It comes with a full lesson plan, worksheet, answer key, 15 graphic organizers , and 8 PowerPoint presentations. Teachers can use the materials for whole-class instruction, small groups, or independent work. The lesson plan is adaptable for grades 6-9. With scaffolded handouts and visual presentations covering topics like theme, symbolism, narrator, plot, and more, this resource simplifies the process of analyzing complex literature. The materials aim to boost comprehension and critical thinking using a variety of formats at an accessible reading level.
Author Quality Teaching Products
Tags The Scribe Text, Reading Lesson Plan, Reading Powerpoint, Short Story, Literature
Solar System - Digital Lesson Plan Gr. 5-8 - FLASH-MAC
Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Space, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Solar System - Digital Lesson Plan Gr. 5-8 - FLASH-MAC This instructional digital lesson guide invites Grade 5 to 8 learners on a captivating expedition of our Solar System. The content-filled and interactive layout spans over an impressive 80 screen-pages, carefully-designed to ignite curiosity and foster love for astronomy. Content Overview Students will virtually voyage through two significant divisions: Inner Planets and Outer Planets. They'll uncover facts about the celestial bodies that orbit our Sun while also acquiring knowledge on the Moon, Stars, Constellations, Asteroids, Meteors, as well as Comets with kid-friendly language. Main Features Interactivity:The digital software seamlessly links reading materials with pre-and-post reading activities. Educational Games:To amplify interest levels and enhance learning results; memory match games along structures like crossword puzzles are integrated into the software itself. Multilingual Engagement:The resource supports English or Spanish comprehension through not just word searches but educational videos too for optimal understanding experience. Evaluation Tools In order to measure progress while enabling students or teachers to keep track of their comprehension milestones regarding each section covered; this digital lesson plan includes an evaluation quiz that mirrors State Standards & Bloom's Taxonomy frameworks. In Conclusion, The Solar System - Digital Lesson Plan Gr. 5-8 - FLASH-MAC is a first-rate tool crafted uniquely to stir young minds' enthusiasm for astronomy while striking balance between academic objectives and joyous engagement simultaneously in a public or homeschooling setting.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags Software (Mac)
Stop the Sun text by Gary Paulson
ELA, Reading, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
This resource will give you everything you need to complete a full, comprehensive reading lesson plan for Stop the Sun text by Gary Paulson. Files are offered as PDFs and Word documents. Included: -Stop the Sun Lesson Plan -Stop the Sun Worksheet -Stop the Sun Answer Key Graphic Organizers: Author’s Purpose Characterization Chart Figurative Language Chart Historical Analysis Chart Imagery Chart Peer Evaluation Sheet Plot Diagram Read for Detail Setting Style Chart Symbol Chart Symbolism Chart Theme Diagram Tone and Mood Diagram Universal Plot Diagram Venn Diagram PowerPoints: Characterization Imagery, Voice, and Persona Irony and Ambiguity Narrator and Voice Plot Structure Symbolism and Allegory Theme - How to Interpret Theme Thank You Bonus Stuff!
Author Quality Teaching Products
Tags Plot Structure, Theme Lesson, Stop The Sun, Reading Lesson Plan, Gary Paulson
Sensational Sentences: With six write-on, wipe-off sentence strips
ELA, Writing, Grade 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Sensational Sentences: Comprehensive Learning Resource Sensational Sentences provides a comprehensive format that passionately gives each student an interactive opportunity to enhance the quality of their sentence construction skills. It meticulously covers Grades 4 through 8 and is an excellent resource for both Language Arts and Writing lessons. Complementing traditional classroom teaching, homeschooling methodologies also greatly benefit from this practical, adaptive tool. Superior Vocabulary Usage Focusing on promoting superior vocabulary use, the activities included build on engaging wordplay with verbs, adjectives, adverbs - bolstering students' ability to cultivate vibrant sentences. Moreover, its facilitating structure ensures they gain the necessary confidence in implementing these skills regularly in their writing assignments. Better Sentence Structure and Variety It's not just about improving vocabulary use; Sensational Sentences ingrains better sentence structure and variety in students' writing paradigms as well. Moving away from monotonous sentence patterns can add colour to narratives – an aspect this resource helps children explore effectively. A Unique Feature: Write-on Wipe-off Sentence Strips One unique feature sets Sensational Sentences apart – its fun set of six write-on wipe-off sentence strips. These reusable strips allow children to physically engage with constructing sentences. Experiencing errors isn't a setback here; it’s momentarily written down before being rectified or replaced by something much better - further reinforcing learning through practical experience! Versatility in Application In addition to individual assignments (whether as classwork or homework), it expands smoothly into various utilization scenarios as well taping into aspects such as whole-group sessions aiming at group interactions and collaborative understanding of concepts. Small teams would find common ground when improving individual sentences together – fostering peer learning. Convenient File Type The file-type employed for sharing this product is PDF – universally accessible without additional software requirements across all digital platforms which adds another layer to its ease-of-use functionality. Positive Impact on Student's Writing Skills In all aspects discussed thus far, Sensational Sentences initiates essential improvements positively impacting everything a student writes, empowering them with new confidence levels not considered achievable previously!
Author Classroom Complete Press
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Growing Minds in Social Studies #1: Lessons for Stimulating Thinking
Social Studies, Grade 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Growing Minds in Social Studies #1: Lessons for Stimulating Thinking A comprehensive teaching resource designed to cater for students from grade 4 through to grade 8. This resource empowers educators with the tools to cultivate knowledge and stimulate critical thinking within their students. The primary focus of this material is social studies, promoting a vibrant educational environment. What's Included: Activities that provoke mindful consideration of social gestures, An analysis of fear's effects, The exploration of methods towards improving public offering. These activities engage students in a manner that encourages them not just to amass information but also cultivate cognitive skills, likened here as tending to a garden full of potential. Distinguishing Features: Unique about this material is the variety it offers in student involvement levels across each activity . Teachers are given flexibility with which they can customize classes according to different ages and varying skill levels—making Growing Minds a versatile tool across multiple grades. Ease Of Use: An important aspect making this textbook an essential tool, is that each lesson comes with teacher guides. These guides ensure efficient planning and execution while significantly reducing preparation times! Digital Convenience: The textbook comes in PDF format composed of 13 print-ready pages making it highly accessible wherever you may be—classroom or homeschooling setting! Looking for an instructional aid carrying vibrancy yet simplicity? The Growing Minds in Social Studies #1: Lessons for Stimulating Thinking fits right into your teaching plan - suitable for whole group instruction, small focused groups or assigned homework—a surefire mechanism towards sparking curiosity ignited by an inquiry-driven learning approach.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags Growing Minds, Critical Thinking, Thinking Skills, Social Studies, Lesson Plan
Motion: Wave Motion Gr. 5-8
Science, Physics, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
'Motion: Wave Motion Gr. 5-8' A comprehensive teaching resource designed for educators to simplify and effectively impart the principles of motion to students from grade 5 to grade 8. This magical material, derived from the full lesson plan on 'Motion', offers a profound understanding of wave motion. Understanding Different Types of Motion The packet helps unravel the complexities associated with different types of motion – linear, accelerating, rotating and oscillating – by presenting them in a clear and relatable manner. An Enriching Blend of Reading Passages Within this valuable teaching tool is an enriching blend of reading passages covering varied topics related to wave motion. To ensure that knowledge is rightly absorbed and analysed, there are comprehension questions following each passage that foster critical thinking. Moreover, color mini posters interspersed throughout significantly enhance visual learning. Hands-on Activities & Exercises Numerous hands-on activities have been curated by skilled educators aim at strengthening students' grasp on key concepts related to speed, velocity or acceleration through measurement and graphing exercises. The language has been meticulously simplified with struggling readers in mind ensuring accessibility for all learners without any hurdles. Aiming at Knowledge Retention & Recall To ensure knowledge retention and facilitate recall down-the-line there are engaging crosswords & word search games included besides rigorous comprehension quizzes & test prep providing wholesome reinforcement while making learning enjoyable! This PDF file aligns perfectly with your existing State Standards curriculum for Science under sub-section Physics at Grade 5-8 level witch greatly enhances their effectiveness! It adheres strictly to Bloom's Taxonomy guidelines and STEM initiatives making it modern & relevant in today's classrooms. Flexibility with Easy-to-adapt Structure From individual assignments within homeschooled environments to group lessons in a traditional classroom setup, this resource offers flexibility with its easy-to-adapt structure making it a versatile tool for every kind of educator.
Author Classroom Complete Press
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Supply and Demand (Full Intro to Business Unit)
Life Studies, Social Studies, Business, Career, Economics, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Attention, business educators! Dive into the one of the most foundational ideas your students will need to know and understand--supply and demand! Once they master supply and demand, they will begin to see it everywhere in their lives. This product is designed to demonstrate these major ideas while also lightening the load on you-- the educator. This unit includes 4 main topics: Demand: How much do people want a product? It is a simple question, but one that has countless consequences. This section describes demand and how economists typically go about graphing it. Supply: How much do businesses want to sell a product? It is a simple question, but one that has countless consequences. This section describes supply and how economists typically go about graphing it. Equilibrium: That magical place where demand and supply meet? This section explores that with helpful examples and graphs. The Effect of the Business Cycle on Supply and Demand: No conversation of supply and demand happens within a vacuum. This section will discuss how larger themes in the economy and business cycle can affect the rules of supply and demand. This teaching package includes many helpful resources – from a ready-to-go class slideshow to impactful embedded videos, student-friendly follow-along notes, and even an introduction to graphing supply and demand worksheet. It's a practical, all-encompassing toolkit designed to make your students understand this vital concept. This product is part of a wider business curriculum . Be on the look out for similar products! Enjoy, and don't be afraid to reach out with questions, comments, or suggestions.
Author Ed Dynamic
Tags Economics, Supply, Demand, Business, Career, Market, Market Forces
Passport Series: Western Europe
Social Studies, Geography, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Passport Series: Western Europe Passport Series: Western Europe is an enlightening teaching resource, designed to spark curiosity and broaden the minds of grade five to nine students. It covers a vast domain exploring language, food, culture, history, and geography across more than 50 countries. In-Depth Studies With Inclusive Activities The product boasts eight comprehensive books intended for in-depth studies about each country's unique attributes. The approach isn't just factual but includes activities: Experimental recipes: Taste buds are stimulated with delicious dishes from various regions. Educational games: Engaging games provide an interactive layer to enrich learning experiences. Versatile Delivery & Adaptability The Passport Series: Western Europe comes in a ready-to-print 189-page PDF file for accessible delivery of lesson plans according to teacher preferences. It supports various instructional arrangements – whole-group discussion or assignments for smaller groups or homework. Promoting Continuous Learning The series fosters continuous learning by suggesting ideas for extension activities. These opportunities cultivate valuable research skills among young learners beyond the classroom walls. Vivid Storytelling & Cross- Curriculum Opportunities Vivid illustrations and photographs enable student immersion within diverse societies while fostering global citizenship. The reproducible pages provide opportunities to connect lessons with other subjects aligning general education goals - making it a cornerstone tool not only for geography ages but also social studies instructors. In Conclusion... "Passport Series: Western Europe is more than just your average teaching tool; it transforms your classroom into a platform where every learner can metamorphose into an informed globetrotter ready to navigate our shared global village confidently. Consider this resource as a true investment in advancing the scope of education delivered to budding minds."
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags Social Studies, Geography, Metric Conversions, Culture, Religion Reading Passage
Motion: Wave Motion - FLASH-PC
Science, Physics, Common Core, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Motion: Wave Motion - FLASH-PC The Motion: Wave Motion - FLASH-PC product is an exceptional teaching resource that delivers comprehensive, curriculum -centric content about the intriguing concept of Wave Motion. Meant for Grade 5 to Grade 8 educators, this innovative tool provides a bevy of enriching experiences that cater to various learning styles and preferences. Delving into Complexity: This resource elucidates the complexities of Wave Motion within the study of Physics through an array of digestible reading passages. To enhance reading comprehension and retention, sections are structured with specialized "before you read" and "after you read" questions. These built-in checks help foster a deep understanding by prompting students to think critically about each lesson's key takeaway points. Interactive Materials: Apart from text-based materials, the product also boasts unique printables that make learning engaging, hands-on, and interactive. These tangible components can serve as versatile supplemental aids in whole group sessions or more intimate small group discussions. One standout feature is its set of vocabulary flashcards which serve as powerful tools for consolidating knowledge acquisition on fundamental terms. Perfect for study rounds or quick recall activities during breaks between lessons—this element ticks off both instruction and reinforcement objectives. Digital media integration such as interactive activities plus audio-video supplements underline key concepts visually and aurally appealing ways. The active participation these elements generate keeps students engaged while promoting immediate application of what they've just learned. Educational Standards: Designed with utmost consideration for education standards today—the contents align with Common Core State Standards devised by experts who understand best practices in teaching Science subjects at junior levels. Further underscoring instructional intentionality is the writing standard based on Bloom's Taxonomy—a staple in framing effective learning objectives for successful student outcomes. Access and Availability: As a downloadable software (PC) type file—it offers hassle-free access anytime needed making it super convenient for teachers looking to integrate this resource into their existing lesson plans seamlessly—be it inside traditional classrooms or adapting homeschooling setups. In Conclusion: In sum, Motion: Wave Motion - FLASH-PC is a well-rounded, educator-friendly teaching resource elevating the study of Wave Motion using diverse learning techniques. Whether for introducing new lessons or reinforcing previously taught ones— this product serves as both a practical and innovative teaching tool.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags Software (PC)
Reducing Your Own Carbon Footprint: Your Travel Footprint Gr. 5-8
Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Environmental Science, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Reducing Your Own Carbon Footprint: Your Travel Footprint Gr. 5-8 This engaging and informative teaching resource is tailored to grades 5 through 8. The resource tackles the critical topic of global climate change and its human-related causes in a way that's accessible for students, focusing on producing students who are aware, responsible, and proactive in combating this global issue. The Greenhouse Effect This program explores the greenhouse effect in detail, looking at how it impacts our environment and lays the groundwork for understanding broader climate change issues. Energy Usage in Common Kitchen Scenarios Tackling everyday topics like energy usage inside a kitchen, this resource breaks down instances of energy consumption we often overlook - from farm to table concept that plays a vital role in our daily routine yet remains under-interpreted in traditional education spaces. Analyzes individual actions contributing to carbon footprint levels. Demonstrates community-wide effects even after disposal. Presents viable environmentally-friendly rules as part of regular life's social contract. Involving Learners with Activities Learners are engaged with activities designed for calculating travel footprints. The learners measure environmental impact personally but also seek efficient ways to reduce their own environmental footprints - empowering them towards creating sustainable communities. Bloom's Taxonomy & STEAM Initiatives Base Model The asset adds educational depth with: A structured thinking process involving comprehension quizzes ensuring thorough understanding among pupils. Robust add-ons such as graphic organizers assisting visual learners while word searches and crosswords add fun elements extending beyond coursework. Materials Enclosed One accessible PDF file prepares you with 30 ready-to-print pages ideal for whole group discussions or breaking down into small groups likewise acts as an excellent homework assignment or supplemental materials fostering independent studies. This lesson plan, richly embedded with core values in alignment with the field of Environmental Science, equips students to responsibly and proactively meet the challenges presented by climate change - boasting a pedagogy rooted in comprehensive and factual Environmental science education.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags Science, Reading Passage, Carbon Footprint, Environment, Travel