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Elementary Art Lesson Plans
Introduce your elementary students to the world of art with lesson plans designed for their age group. These activities focus on fundamental art concepts and techniques, fostering creativity and confidence. Implement these resources to support artistic growth and enrich your students' educational experience.
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Van Gogh: A Troubled Genius: A Cross-Curricular Unit
Creative Arts, Art, Art History, Grade 3, 4, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Van Gogh: A Troubled Genius: A Cross-Curricular Unit This comprehensive resource is designed to bring the life and work of Vincent Van Gogh into the classroom. Specifically tailored for grade 3 and grade 4, it delves into art history within one of its most fascinating figures' context. The Core Teaching Resource The foundation of this teaching resource is an engaging nonfiction article on Van Gogh's life, from his humble beginnings to his struggles with mental health issues.This intimate exploration sheds light on how these elements influenced his distinctive style, offering students a profound understanding of not just an artist's craft but also their journey. Cross-curricular Worksheets In conjunction with this informative piece, cross-curricular worksheets stimulate broader learning!Apart from art history, these activities incorporate other subjects such as: Language Arts Social Studies This approach enhances comprehension and retention in young learners while fostering creativity and strengthening critical thinking skills. Additional Activity Ideas Included are activity ideas crafted to enrich students' grasp on both art history and Van Gogh himself. These are versatile enough for: All-group discussion Addition to small group activities or homework assignments +h6>Distribution Format This comprehensive unit arrives in PDF forger good ease iofdistribute –Perfect for classroom or homeschooling use. To sum up, 'Van Gogh: A Troubled Genius' fuses creative exploration with enriched academic content,Making art history come alive. WHether you aim to introduce learners to prom behaviors artists like Van Gogh, or enrich their understanding of art history against a backdrop of both artistic genius and personal struggles – this resource makes an excellent choice.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags PDF
Nature Chant Package Gr. K-1
Creative Arts, Art, Music, Grade 1, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Nature Chant Package Gr. K-1 The Nature Chant Package Gr. K-1 presents an engaging and interactive resource perfect for educators aiming to boost both their art and music lessons. It also enhances reading skills and vocabulary expansion, specifically tailored for children in Kindergarten to Grade 1. Wacky Animal Rebus Rhymes Begins with exploring Canadian animals portrayed in a fun manner through rhymes. Rhymes integrate humor related to each animal's characteristics. Incorporates traditional rhyme forms that children are already familiar with. The Learning Format of Rebus Rhymes All words featured in the rhyme are displayed within informative borders, creating a visual link between spoken and written vocabulary words. This approach aids memory retention as well as boosts reading comprehension skills among learners. Colour Chants component: Included is the Colour Chants section containing unique little book patterns for every color chant. The narrative structure used is repeated across all color chants, encouraging predictability of word sequences thereby strengthening early-reading proficiency. Chants & Classifications Component: A comprehensive section further divided into separate modules: An educator's guide complete with detailed lesson plans . Student activities those includes interactive rebus rhymes. Last but not least,, an exhaustive guide on organizing big book assembly events. This teaching resource incorporates language arts, music, and nature themes under one umbrella fostering overall educational development in students. All resources in Nature Chant Package Gr.K-1 are readily accessible on multiple devices, coming as downloadable PDFs for easy planning and task assignment.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags PDF
Growing Minds in Art: Lessons for Stimulating Thinking
Creative Arts, Art, Grade 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Overview: Growing Minds in Art: Lessons for Stimulating Thinking An indispensable teaching resource particularly designed for Grade 4 to Grade 8 educators. This thoughtfully structured resource entails lessons that seamlessly infuse art and critical thinking skills, catering to an assortment of subjects such as Art & Music. Content Description The content encourages students to interpret abstract sketches, respond actively to differing styles and further develop a drawing. Each activity within this resource comes with several levels of student involvement, offering a versatile range of accessibility tailored perfectly for diverging ages and skill levels. Allows teachers flexibility in adapting the material according to their individual classroom needs. Incorporates teacher guides accompanying each lesson. Distinguishing Features What sets Growing Minds in Art: Lessons for Stimulating Thinking apart from other resources is the addition of teacher guides accompanying each lesson. These guides are meticulously designed with convenience in mind, simplifying lesson preparation significantly for busy educators. Tailored Application This teaching tool is notably perfect intended not only for whole-group teaching scenarios but just as effective when implemented within small group activities or even allocated as enriching homework assignments. Included Resources A total of 12 ready-to-print pages are included and shared via PDF format which embodies compatibility making it easily accessible using various devices at hand. In summary Growing Minds in Art: Lessons for Stimulating Thinking proves itself worthy by being fruitful material brimming full with comprehensive lessons that successfully blend art techniques coupled with crucial thinking skills development while maintaining straightforward preparations and easy execution. Tailored perfectly towards educational growth among budding learners regardless they be public-school goers or homeschooled individuals alike. Teachers needing interactive yet informative tools that stimulate cerebral expansion will no doubt find this product exceedingly beneficial inside every classroom landscape they may have before them.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags Lesson Plans, Critical Thinking, Thinking Strategies, Growing Minds, Art Lessons
Reader's Theatre: Folktales Gr. 4-6
Creative Arts, Art, Drama, Grade 4, 5, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Reader's Theatre: Folktales Gr. 4-6 The Reader's Theatre: Folktales Gr. 4-6 is an engaging teaching resource that balances both well-known narratives and lesser-known tales around the globe. This resource provides a unique interpretation of these stories through Readers Theatre, creating a captivating learning environment for students. Key features: Specially designed for educators handling grades 4 to 6. Aids in improving students' comprehension and oral reading skills. Brings literature to life by encouraging students to use facial expression, voice, and hand gestures to enact theatre scripts derived from the stories provided within this engaging unit. Increases interest among learners in global folktales along with instilling a deeper understanding of these timeless tales. Creative Writing Exercises: Besides unique and diverse script content, this unit harbors numerous creative writing exercises that accompany each tale designed to further sharpen your student's imaginative prowess. Puzzles & Games: In addition, various crossword puzzles and word searches are included throughout the material serving as enjoyable yet educational activities --strongly capturing the harmonious blend between learning and fun at play. Valuable Educational Tool! An array of teacher-student sections replete with instructions related each script exercise along with their corresponding solutions—provides an ideal support encompassing both teaching-learning ends effectively making lessons or assignments proceed smoothly. For drama-centric, art or music classes involving grade levels 4-6 classes —the Reader's Theatre: Folktales Gr. 4-6 seamlessly scales into lesson plans as a well-rounded, user-friendly resource provided within a readily accessible PDF file that can be used during group activities or for smaller study circles—leading confidently towards overall scholarly growth.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags PDF
CANADIAN MOSAIC Gr. 3-7
Creative Arts, Art, Music, Grade 3, 4, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
The Canadian Mosaic Gr. 3-7 The Canadian Mosaic Gr. 3-7 is a comprehensive and accessible multifaceted teaching tool meticulously curated to navigate students through various aspects of Canadian culture, geography, literature, arts, and more. This educational resource caters to grades 3 through 7 while providing an immersive avenue for gaining knowledge on Canada. Focused areas Music: Improve musicality using Canadian songs while embedding cultural understanding. Mapping: Navigate the geography of Canada. Research: Learn about notable Canadians from different fields. Crafting: Explore creative expression with themes centered around Canada. Inventing:Nurture ideas on diverse topics related to Canada with hands-on exercises. This product's central concept is its fusion approach towards learning - encouraging brainstorming for in-depth knowledge building. Notably, it includes literature like reading local stories and writing assignments base don them which make this resource a well-rounded nurturing environment for pupils. Beyond mere Classroom Teaching Suggests setting up a permanent 'Canada Centre' filled with items such as: - Atlases - Blank maps -Fun activities like trivia games or themed dress-up days This encourages immediate access to relevant materials throughout the course, thus expanding beyond classroom teachings. The versatility of this resource allows varied scenarios - from individual project assignments or interactive group tasks up till full-spec class lessons ensuring maximum output irrespective of learner's style preference. An extensive Collection within one PDF Document An extensive collection packed into one PDF document offers 57 ready-to-print pages covering stimulating tasks for rewarding and enjoyable student involvement. Learners can journey through the colorful, informative pages perfect for lesson plans mixed with Art and Music thanks to this wonderful tool. Thus, learners get to have fun while channelling their creative instincts into becoming proud 'Creative Canadians!' All while learning of the vibrant mosaic that is Canada.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags Mapping, Canada, Environment, Literature, Certificates
The Power of Rap
Creative Arts, Art, Music, Grade 4, 5, 6, 7, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
The Power of Rap The Power of Rap is an exciting educational tool designed to engage students in grades 4 through 7 in meaningful and culturally relevant learning experiences. This resource combines the worlds of art and music to offer vibrant lesson plans . What's Inside? A series of structured lesson plans guiding students on the journey towards creating their unique raps. A collection of 20 diverse high-quality rap backing tracks stored as MP3 files, recorded in a professional sound studio for the perfect audio experience. A compiled package offering all lesson plan details neatly within one easily accessible PDF file. It extends up to about 30 pages. Integrating this resource within your teaching instantly equips you with a energetic method for reinforcing key concepts across various subjects. Versatility at its Best! The true beauty behind The Power Of Rap lies in its adaptability! Regardless if you're leading a mixed-aged classroom session or fostering small group collaborative work, this resource has got your back! In addition, setting an assignment tasking students with writing rap verses can serve as an enjoyable homework initiative propelling creativity beyond just studies at school but also extending it into their homes. Homework hasn't sounded so cool before, huh? Value Pack! To wrap it up, The Power Of Rap offers educators with resources spanning over 40 MP3s providing inviting opportunities where ideas could be expressed rhythmically encapsulating each student's artistic potential—it all comes down to having fun while learning! Regardless if you're schooling traditional public school pupils or focusing on home-schooled individuals, enabling them transform abstract concepts into lyrical stories empowers young minds from various walks of life to actively unlock and explore their creative sides. Let your Classroom Experience the Magic! Dive into this vibrant mode of expression; let your students take up the challenge of being both the artist and audience all at once! Learning about cadence, rhythm, rhyme schemes is now fun through hip hop culture exposure! Depth in learning only gets better with The Power Of Rap!
Author MUSICWORKS
Tags Rap Education, Creative Learning, Music Integration, Cultural Relevance, Student Engagement
Polygons, Congruent, Regular, and Non-Polygons: Integrated Math and Art Lesson
Creative Arts, Art, Math, Geometry, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, Activities, Crafts, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Polygons, Congruent, Regular, and Non-Polygons: Integrated Math and Art Lesson Do you need to teach your class about polygons, non-polygons, regular polygons, and congruent polygons in a collaborative, fun, and hands-on way? Do you need a fresh lesson to add to your textbook geometry unit in the 3rd to 6th grade? Do you love incorporating art into math? Well this product is for you! This interactive product includes a ready-to-present 10-page Powerpoint that is meant to be presented to your whole class as a guided lesson. There are definitions and activities on the slides. I encourage my students ad give them time to take notes of the definitions in their math notebooks as they follow along. After your students have learned the key differences between polygons, non-polygons, regular polygons, and congruent polygons, they will get to work cooperatively in small groups to design and make a colourful art project to showcase their knowledge. The creative opportunities here are endless! Plus, you will end up with several beautiful pieces of art to decorate the bulletin boards in your classroom! All that you need to have on hand is construction paper (black, orange, pink, blue, and green), scissors, and glue sticks. What's Included: A total of 10 PowerPoint slides about identifying different kinds of shapes and including instructions and samples for the art project. Grades to Use With: This project is designed for students in grades 3-6: whenever you are teaching them about sorting shapes, shape attributes, congruency, and regular polygons! If you enjoy this applied math activity , check out others in my store: Math in the Real World: Personal Math Research Project V olume of Cylinders: Middle School Geometry Applied Math Park Design Project with Area, Perimeter, Volume, and Budgeting Valentine's Day Math Activity: Budgeting and Financial Literacy Back To School Budget Project
Author Grace Under Pressure
Tags Polygons, Congruent Shapes, Regular Polygons, Non-polygons, Art Integration, Geometry, Shapes, Shape Sorting, Math Project, Shape Attributes
Rebus Chants Volume 2: Popular Themes Gr. K-1
Creative Arts, Art, Music, Grade 1, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Rebus Chants Volume 2: Popular Themes Gr. K-1 Rebus Chants Volume 2: Popular Themes Gr. K-1 is an exceptional teaching tool packed with rebus chants, effective in developing reading habits among students in Kindergarten and grade 1. The unique rebus chants are designed to provide growing readers with repetition, enhancing their reading abilities and fostering a sense of achievement. The package includes: Chants that can be enlarged for class big books or bulletin board content, The flexibility to photocopy chants for individual children. Students will find it engaging to create their own chants booklet with the cover and border patterns provided. Diverse Thematic Contexts: All the chants revolve around various themes such as "Dinosaurs", "Pets", "Bears", "Community Helpers", "Fairy Tales" enabling adaptability across learning contexts. A Daily Dose of Learning: Sparing just five to ten minutes each day enhances students' engagement with subjects through these innovative chant formats. Fitting Into Any Lesson Scenario! This resource serves ideally for whole group activities or homework assignments by teachers and parents alike. Art & Music educators will find it easy-to-use across various classroom scenarios whether at school or homeschool setups. It supports lesson plans providing appealing reading passages, fun activities, catchy chant themes - a perfect fit for music lessons! Nurturing Avid Readers! Inspire your learners on becoming avid readers while exploring diverse themes! These PDF-based chants coincide early reading milestones with enjoyable thematic contexts put forward in rhythmic tunes - making learning a joyous journey!
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags PDF
More Rockin' Rebuses Gr. K-2
Creative Arts, Art, Music, Grade 1, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
More Rockin' Rebuses Gr. K-2 More Rockin' Rebuses Gr. K-2 is a dynamic teaching resource designed specifically for students in grades kindergarten through second grade. It's a useful tool for both public school teachers and homeschooling parents as it combines reading passages, rebus stories, and imaginative thinking activities to formulate an inclusive lesson plan. Kids are naturally attracted to rebus stories as the associated illustrations aid in positively identifying words. This makes More Rockin' Rebuses Gr. K-2 a perfect tool to boost reading comprehension skills while also fostering creativity among students with art forms. Included Rebus Stories: Ingrid and her 100 Hats You Can Make Magic! A Handy Handprint The Little Red Hen The Storybook Grandma/li> A great feature of this resource is its versatility across different teaching settings—e.g., whole group discussions where students take turns reading aloud from the book or small team sessions encouraging teamwork. This PDF product includes photocopy-friendly material making homework assignments simple with minimal preparation required. Students can each create their own book related to these rebus stories by integrating their own illustrations giving them sense of ownership over learning. Cross-Curricular Topics: /strongit lesson plans making it a versatile accessory across multiple subjects giving first-grade educators myriad potential uses for classroom instruction. In summary, <strongs Gr.K-2 and adolescent-methodically hich effectively amalgamate literacy enhancement with imagination stimulation, thus creating a thriving educational environment that encourages active participation from young learners.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags PDF
Rebus Chants A to Z Gr. K-1
Creative Arts, Art, Music, Grade 1, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Rebus Chants A to Z Gr. K-1 Rebus Chants A to Z Gr. K-1 is a meticulously designed teaching resource aimed at instilling reading habits and enhancing reading skills in young learners of kindergarten and Grade 1. The Concept behind the Product The central concept underpinning this resource is 'repetition fosters achievement'. With well-composed chants, learners have an opportunity to demonstrate 'reading like' behaviour while experiencing a sense of accomplishment. Diverse Learning Approaches The repetition embedded within the chants augments understanding, enhances memory recall, and reinforces the familiarity of letters. An innovative teaching method encourages students to trace each chant with their fingers serving dual purposes - word recognition and pacing with picture words depicted in each lesson. Key elements like double letters, phonics rules, punctuation marks, repeated words or line beginnings serve multiple objectives such as engaging oral comprehension initially followed by written identification using underlining, circling or colouring mechanisms. Tailored for Teachers’ needs A crucial feature is including teacher notes which ensures educators are equipped with all necessary information while carrying out activities that provide unique interactive learning experiences.Furthermore, the big book assembly allows for smooth comprehension and knowledge-sharing making it appropriate for whole group sessions yet adaptable enough for small group projects or homework assignments – versatility at its best! Ease-of-use across platforms All files come optimised as PDFs making its use seamless across various digital platforms thereby expanding its reach amongst home-schoolers alike. Comprehensive Coverage This comprehensive Lesson Plan unit adeptly covers the core subject areas notably Art & Music thereby incorporating a creative touch into daily teaching sessions enhancing focus and participation. Rebus Chants A to Z Gr.K-1 is an innovative approach that provides tried-and-tested strategies encapsulated in easy-to-implement teachings. It is geared towards achieving desired outcomes by reinforcing literacy skills among early learners.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags PDF
Flower Monoprint Lesson Plan | Artist Study: Albrecht Dürer
Creative Arts, Art, Art History, Grade 3, 4, 5, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
The Flower Monoprint Lesson Plan for Grades 3-5 is an engaging resource designed to introduce students to the world of monoprinting while exploring the artistry of Albrecht Dürer. This comprehensive lesson plan provides educators with everything they need to seamlessly incorporate this study into their visual arts classes. From clear objectives and detailed material lists to assessments and enrichment activities, this resource offers a well-rounded learning experience for students. Artist Study: Albrecht Dürer: Dive into the world of Albrecht Dürer, a renowned German artist known for his meticulous attention to detail and botanical illustrations. Students will have the opportunity to explore Dürer's work and gain inspiration from his artistic techniques and style. Comprehensive Lesson Plans: This resource includes explicit and comprehensive lesson plans that guide educators through the Flower Monoprint activity step by step. From warm-up exercises to the actual printing process, each lesson plan provides clear instructions and objectives, ensuring a smooth and engaging learning experience for students. Objectives, Material Lists, and Assessments: The Flower Monoprint Lesson Plan offers clearly defined objectives, making it easy for educators to align the activity with curriculum standards. Additionally, comprehensive material lists ensure that educators have all the necessary supplies for a successful lesson. Assessments are included to help gauge student learning and progress. Enrichment Activities: Extend the learning experience with enrichment activities that encourage further exploration and creativity. These activities provide opportunities for students to experiment with different techniques, explore variations in composition, and reflect on their artwork. The Flower Monoprint Lesson Plan for Grades 3-5 is a comprehensive resource that combines the art of monoprinting with an in-depth artist study of Albrecht Dürer. With explicit lesson plans, clear objectives, detailed material lists, assessments, and enrichment activities, this resource equips educators with the tools they need to seamlessly integrate this engaging art activity into their visual arts classes. Through the exploration of Dürer's work and the creation of their own flower monoprints, students will develop their artistic skills, enhance their understanding of art techniques, and foster creativity. Elevate your art curriculum with the Flower Monoprint Lesson Plan and provide your students with a dynamic and enriching learning experience. This resource is a Flower Monoprint Lesson Plan for Grades 3-5. Entailed within this lesson is an Artist Study for Albrecht Dürer. You will be provided with explicit lesson plans to incorporate this study in your visual arts classes. There are objectives, material lists, assessments and so much more.
Author Party in the Art Room - Arts & Crafts for Kids | Arts Integration
Tags Art Lessons, Flowers, Monoprint, Albrecht Dürer, Visual Arts, Flower Lesson Plan, Monoprint Artist
Animal Art Journal: Explore the Elements of Art through Animals
Creative Arts, Art, Science, Life Sciences, Animals, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Discover the 7 elements of art through the 7 continents...and some of the amazing animals that live there! 🎨 This Animal Art Journal is a unique way to teach art elements to older kids (3rd-7th grade). The workbook-style adds a level of independent learning and ownership. Kids will love traveling to each continent, drawing animals from each, and journaling about their research. 🗺️ If you need an engaging, print-and-go way to teach the elements of art, THIS IS FOR YOU! 🐅 Use as a framework for your art curriculum, as supplemental worksheets, or as an independent workbook for your kids to draw through! 🎨 WHAT'S INCLUDED - 7 Units teaching the elements of art (line, texture, shape, color, value, space, form) - Exploration of 7 continents through 7 animals from around the world - In-depth explanation and practice of the 7 elements of art - Directed drawing guides of each highlighted animal (+ others!) - Hands-on activities - Journal pages filled with research-driven questions - Imagine it! Pages where kids create their own habitats - Instructions at the top of each worksheet - Example Pages with colored images for EVERY activity 🗺️ HOW TO USE -Full year art curriculum: This journal covers all elements of art with 7 activities per unit. -Supplemental Worksheets: If you're confident in teaching the elements of art but want to give some fun practice worksheets, you need to download this journal! -Independent Workbook: Need something your art students can work on when there's 5 minutes left of class? Print these journals for your students at the beginning of the year and have them ready to go whenever! -Field Trip Buddies: Heading to the zoo? This journal (especially the journal pages!) are perfect to throw onto a clipboard and explore different animals around the world with. 🐅 MY FAVORITE PART I absolutely love all the Imagine It! pages. Each page has an empty jar on it and is found at the end of the unit. Kids "fill" the jar with items that they liked learning to draw from that continent, the animal they learned to sketch, and some skills from the element of art. Check it out in the 3rd thumbnail! 🎨 Happy adventuring! -Abbey Allen ARTventurous Animals
Author ARTventurousanimals
Tags Animal Art Journal, Animal Art, Art Journal, Animal Journal
Flash Mob Choreography: "We Are Stars"
Creative Arts, Art, Dance, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Flash Mob Choreography: We Are Stars A practical teaching resource tailored to educators, specifically those teaching in the domain of Art & Music. This valuable educational tool engages students from Grade 5 through Grade 8 in an active, invigorating learning experience involving dance. Innovation and creativity gracefully merge within this supplemental handbook which extends from the successful Flash Mob Dancing in Education. It offers a captivating means to introduce students to the dynamics of Flash Mob dancing. About the Handbook: Presents easy-to-follow choreography moves for renowned song We Are Stars by Virginia to Vegas featuring Alyssa Reid. Covers content spanning across twelve informative pages. The details enclosed meet the needs of different teaching methods and learning environments providing educators with added flexibility. Versatility: Educators have at their disposal enriched lesson plans catering towards diverse levels of learners for whole group instruction or small peer groups off-campus homework assignments. User-friendly Language: The beginner-friendly yet nuanced language makes 'Flash Mob Choreography: We Are Stars' easily decipherable even by grade 7-8 reading level students while maintaining effectiveness in relaying necessary information concisely without diluting vital content inside them. In conclusion: If you're an educator striving to provide your pupils with an engaging Art & Music learning experience centered around dance—particularly flash mob choreography—with ease while ensuring comprehensive coverage spanning basic principles up until complex concepts then opt for Flash Mob Choreography: We Are Stars.
Author MUSICWORKS
Tags Flash Mob Choreography, Dance Education, Art & Music, Interactive Lessons, Student Engagement
Reader's Theatre: Tall Tales Gr. 4-6
Creative Arts, Art, Drama, Grade 4, 5, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Reader's Theatre: Tall Tales Gr. 4-6 This teaching resource offers a captivating approach to introduce students to significant characters from the tall tales genre, which has its roots during the 1820s in North America. The textual module draws from this rich lore and reshapes these celebrated tales into enactable plays, thereby providing students a chance to comprehend literature more intricately while honing key skills. Main concepts: Reader's Theatre: An innovative reading method that wonderfully merges learning with theater. Vocal Modulation & Body Language: Students need to use their expressive abilities to bring characters alive through their performances. Creative Writing Exercises: Besides theatrical scripts, there's a plethora of creative writing tasks aimed at refining writing abilities of the learners. From vocabulary testing word searches and crossword puzzles to answer keys for material revision – this teaching asset guarantees comprehensive literary learning. Pertinence: Grade 4-6 students studying Art & Music or specifically Drama as a sub-subject will find these lesson plans particularly useful as they touch upon several crucial areas in core education like reading comprehension and expression plus creativity development. User-friendly PDF Format The provisioned PDF format makes it handy for public school teachers or homeschooling parents alike. It can be employed flexibly by educators for whole-class oral readings or directing small group performances; alternatively assigning theatrical roles as homework can also make engaging home tasks! Add-on Benefit: The Reader's Theatre: Tall Tales Gr. 4-6 essentially revitalizes classroom learning by amalgamating literature study with drama practices - enabling young minds towards multi-faceted appreciation!
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags PDF
An Elementary School Play: Learning a Lesson
Creative Arts, Art, Drama, Grade 3, 4, 5, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools
An Elementary School Play: Learning a Lesson An Elementary School Play: Learning a Lesson is a 17-page instructional tool designed to enhance teaching and learning in classrooms and homeschool environments. It is a creative resource designed for upper elementary students. The play opens with a '40s-era school scenario enabling your students to learn about historical education settings while understanding proper student-teacher etiquette. It also teaches children that the "grass is not always greener" on the other side and that getting an education should be appreciated. Flexibility and Adaptation The play is written with 12 on-stage roles and offers opportunities for unlimited behind-the-scenes responsibilities. This product goes beyond a conventional reading lesson; it can be used for homework assignments (see the Teacher Guide for ideas) or even performed for an all-school audience. Students can research what it was like growing up in America in the 1940s and what education was like back then. Educational Benefits Aids literacy development through choral reading practices. Fosters comprehension during reading sessions. (Specific to this play is the use of flashback scenes, a device in narratives by which an event or scene taking place before the present time in the narrative is inserted into the chronological/structure of the text). Expands creativity in presentation skills and performance arts. Develops research skills. Increases an interest in history and drama. This play is just one of the many creative plays on this site. Check out individual titles, and bundled grade level and thematic groupings by this author, Sue Peterson. Your students will continue learning lessons!
Author Sue Peterson
Tags Elementary School Play, Educational Tool, Choral Reading, Cross-curricular, Character Development
Boomerang Dot Paintings - An Aboriginal Art Lesson
Creative Arts, Art, Art History, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Boomerang Dot Paintings This project combines art and Australian history in a fun lesson focused on Aboriginal art of dot painting. Students will get to create their own boomerang-shaped artworks using dot painting, giving them a hands-on way to learn about Indigenous Australian culture. This resource includes a 15-slide PowerPoint presentation that explores Australia, including its Aboriginal peoples, native animals, the importance of boomerangs, and the art of dot painting. This presentation also walks you and your students through the art project , with step-by-step visual instructions to help students create their own boomerang dot paintings. Two printable PDFs are included to help your students. The first is a boomerang stencil that students can use to help them with the shape of their paintings. The second is a reference sheet featuring silhouettes of 13 different Australian animals, allowing students to customize their boomerang painting with their choice of animal. This resource is designed to promote class discussions about Australian culture and art while guiding students through the fun process of making their own Aboriginal inspired artwork. Recommended grade level: Third through Sixth grades Length of lesson: Approximately three 50-minute sessions Media/Materials required: Pencil Sharpie Poster board or heavy weight paper Scissors Paintbrush Tempera or acrylic paint Your purchase includes: 15-slide PowerPoint Presentation 1-page PDF - Boomerang stencil 1-page PDF - Australian Animal Silhouettes
Author The Art Ninja
Tags Australia, Australian, Aboriginal, Aborigines, Boomerang, Dot Painting
Giraffe Unit Study
Creative Arts, Art, ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Grammar, Language Development, Vocabulary, Spelling, Writing, Science, Life Sciences, Animals, Human Body, Biology, Grade 3, 4, 5, Activities, Crafts, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans, Presentations, Graphic Organizers, Projects, Assessments, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Giraffe Unit Study The Giraffe Unit Study presents a captivating method to both introduce and expand students' understanding about giraffes. This ready-to-go unit study is structured primarily for elementary teachers and homeschooling parents, enhancing students' knowledge of giraffes through interactive activities. Targeted Learning Styles & Diverse Topics The unit throws light on varied topics such as interactions between giraffes and other species, human impact on their population, scientific research etc which in turn nurtures curiosity in kids. Online presentations with pre-recorded voiceovers for visual and auditory learners Reading passages for bookworms Note-taking pages integrated with graphic organizers for the writers at heart are some of the formats used. Crafting sessions encourage creativity while learning about these fascinating creatures. Inclusive Lessons & Additional Resources All lessons are shaped keeping differential learning styles in mind therefore increasing inclusivity among all students irrespective of their cognitive abilities. The curriculum is further enriched with: Vocabulary word cards paired with dictionary work, Comprehension worksheets from various reading passages, Discussion questions following each lesson as well as regular assessments to keep track of student's comprehension skills. Cross-Curricular Subjects & Scientific Insights Included! The hands-on activities like crafting not only demand active participation but also creatively connect Art (drawing), English language arts along with geography - all seamlessly woven together! It also introduces key scientific topics such as anatomy & physiology providing valuable insights into giraffe adaptations because every learner deserves to know how unique these grassland inhabitants are! The exploration into conservation and scientific research is a cherry on top! Fuel for Imagination & Independent Thinking The avenues of usage include group exploration outdoors, small group discussions, individual homework assignments or even co-reading sessions. The possibilities are limitless! With the Giraffe Unit Study, every aspect has been carefully planned out with each young learner's academic journey at the heart because education should never be mundane and it won't be, thanks to this unit.
Author Heather Huhman
Tags Giraffes, Unit Study, Interactive Activities, Science Education, Conservation Efforts
Pablo Picasso Unit
Creative Arts, Art, Art History, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools
This is a Pablo Picasso Unit full of resources to use when teaching art students. The overarching objective is to provide an introduction of Pablo Picasso to elementary and middle school students. This bundle is complete with a presentation, student work, activities and Picasso's art work. A lesson plan is included to guide you.
Author Mister G's Teacher Shop
Tags Art History, World History, Pablo Picasso, Art Unit, Artwork, Abstract Art, Cubism Art, Crafts, Bundle
Kid Concoctions, Creations & Contraptions
Creative Arts, Art, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities, Crafts, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Kid Concoctions, Creations & Contraptions: An immersive learning resource Kid Concoctions, Creations & Contraptions is a comprehensive and versatile teaching resource that can be integrated in diverse classroom settings or homeschooling curriculum. It is designed to promote scientific inquiry, artistic exploration, mathematics and creativity, aiming at fostering young learners' inherent curiosity and creativity. About the Collection: This activity set brings together 224 pages of engaging activities targeting students from kindergarten through grade 3. The activities span various subjects with a special focus on Art & Music as well as crafts which are instrumental in boosting practical skills like problem-solving competence and motor skill development. Tailor-Made Implementation: The nature of the content allows for broad-based adoption whether it’s whole group instruction, small group projects or individual homework assignments based on student-specific needs. Each section features clear instructions handholding both teachers and students through every activity . Extension Activities: The book also offers an array of extension activities that shore up the primary learning objectives while motivating student-led discovery. Inbuilt mechanism facilitates assessment thus enabling educators to monitor each student's progress effectively. This resource ensures balanced flexibility so educators can align it as per their unique teaching methods making it suitable for personalized education All Rounded Learning Journey Learners will traverse multiple areas from scientific experiments to craft creation cumulating into an enriching knowledge quest that keeps fueling their inventive spirit. Whether its active lessons about physics via crafts or problem-solving maths puzzles this educational treasure caters towards all learning styles. Embarking on the Learning Adventure: With Kid Concoctions, Creations & Contraptions, get ready to ignite your students' imagination and spark their creative spirit today!
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags Crafts, Kid Crafts, Creations, Frozen Bubbles, Homemade Candle Creation
Flash Mob Choreography: "Together We Are One"
Creative Arts, Art, Dance, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Flash Mob Choreography: Together We Are One This interactive handbook is developed for educators to introduce students to Flash Mob dancing. Expanding upon ideas expressed in "Flash Mob Dancing in Education", this resource focuses on the choreography of Together We Are One by Serena Ryder. The objective is to transform classroom environments into vibrant platforms. Detailed Guide This 13-page guide includes step-by-step instructions along with effective techniques for a real-world arts experience. The song was the official track of the Pan Am Games held in Toronto, July 2015 and signifies unity and teamwork - traits which are emphasized through our teaching methodology. Aimed at Grade 5-8 Collaborative Classrooms Mainly focusing on Art & Music curriculums with special attention on dance dynamics. Fits well within whole-class activities, smaller focus groups, or even fun homework tasks. Suitable for physical education lessons promoting rhythmic movements or social interactions amongst peers as an ice-breaker activity . Beyond just learning dance steps, students develop confident body language and improved coordination while also developing an appreciation towards artistic expressions. No matter how you incorporate this resource into your schedule, it will not only make learning extra engaging but also inspire unity amongst students! This resource is delivered in a user-friendly PDF file format requiring minimal setup from educators ensuring convenience along utility. Note: Practical skills take precedence over theoretical knowledge that makes learning not just fun but lucid too!
Author MUSICWORKS
Tags Flash Mob, Choreography, Arts Education, Teamwork, Physical Movement
Primarily Patterns Gr. PK-1
Creative Arts, Art, Fine Arts, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Primarily Patterns Gr. PK-1 is an exceptional teaching resource especially created for educators teaching primary and secondary patterns. Packed full of intriguing activities, it is designed to engage young learners' imaginations and stimulate their creative abilities. Thematic Design This pedagogical tool boasts a unique thematic design. The activities correspond with events and themes throughout the academic year, ensuring learners remain interested at every stage. Some of the creatively crafted themes include: "Back To School" "Autumn" "Halloween" "Christmas" Various creature-based themes like bears, dinosaurs, sea animals, etc. Inclusive Components The resource contains: Clip art elements perfect for pattern construction as well as classroom decoration Clearly instructed task cards for pattern-related exercises adaptable to various learner levels Included in the kit are also bookmark templates — an excellent way for students to combine their reading sessions with creative applications of patterns. Versatility & Delivery Methods No matter your instructional approach - whole group instruction or smaller groups; enrichment activities or supplementary homework assignments - this resource effortlessly adapts suiting your curriculum plan. The package composes 62 ready-to-print pages in PDF format targeting Preschoolers through Grade 1 pupils primarily studying Art & Music along with Fine Arts sub-subjects under lesson plans types. This thoughtful supplement perfectly combines academics and creativity, In conclusion, If you're a public school teacher meticulously planning each semester's syllabus or a homeschooler looking forward each morning crafting engaging lessons - Primarily Patterns Gr. PK-1 will fit well in your teaching tools arsenal.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags Reading Lesson Plan, Reading Ebook, Clipart, Patterns, Art
Canadian Country Countdown Gr. 4-6
Creative Arts, Art, Music, Grade 4, 5, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Canadian Country Countdown Gr. 4-6 A dynamic learning resource tailored to introduce students, from grades 4 to 6, to the world of country and western music with a uniquely Canadian focus. This unit is divided into an engaging mix of structured learning experiences and more open-ended assignments offering ample scope for creativity and flexibility. Unit Structure The initial section focuses on Canada's rich country music history and famous artists. Students can expect a range of structured activities like reading passages about Canadian country music personalities or exploring musical sonorities via song analysis activities. Additional optional activities provide further opportunities for in-depth understanding. The latter part promotes expressive exploration where students can flourish their creative skills through acting, writing, drawing or dancing to lively western rhythms. They will love the line dance assignment which teaches rhythmic patterns and promotes teamwork. Besides these core components, included are various exercises such as: Image association tasks that strengthen cognitive links between visual stimuli and musical elements. Word searches and crossword puzzles that enrich vocabulary connected to musical concepts in an interactive manner. A Comprehensive Guide This integrative approach allows learners to appreciate how different aspects converge within diverse types of art forms providing wide knowledge about Art & Music fields while retaining focus on Subsubject: Music Pedagogical Support Included An essentially outlined teacher-student section within this plan assists educators with effective delivery instructions ensuring comprehensive understanding among all grade level(s). Ease for Teachers’ Planning To alleviate the planning burden PDF file has been included enhancing efficiency during tight schedules making it versatile across varied instructional settings An incredibly detailed answer key enhances teaching ease making it ideal tool for public school teachers homeschoolers alike This exciting Canadian expedition of country music promises both academic and artistic growth for learners fostering cognitive creative and physical development seamlessly merging knowledge with entertainment
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags PDF
CURRENT: Today's Music in the Classroom V2 N2
Creative Arts, Art, Music, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
CURRENT: Today's Music in the Classroom V2 N2 This efficacious teaching resource is designed specifically to aid educators in integrating modern tunes into their music lessons. Suitable for students from Grade 5 through 8, it offers a fresh approach to teaching music education that resonates with today’s youth. Unique Methodology The significance of this product lies in its unique methodology that combines academic mandates from both Canadian provinces and USA National Standards. This ensures the relevancy and standardized quality of its content across different education systems. Comprehensive Resource A contemporary approach to teaching music. Incorporates interactive elements such as links to current popular songs, engaging activities connected to each song, vocabulary enhancements per track, and keynote evaluation markers inclusive of ready-made answer sheets. Presents a flexible application suitable for various classroom scenarios. The learning units within CURRENT: Today's Music in the Classroom V2 N2 can be used during whole group discussions or small learning groups; they can even serve as innovative homework tasks promoting hands-on involvement with music that young learners connect with. Note: Although primarily catering to Art & Music subjects under Subsubjects: Music category, creative educators may find ways to incorporate topics covered into interdisciplinary learning experiences touching on social trends and media literacy among other study areas. Digital Format The complete resource is packaged into an accessible PDF file format consisting of 21 pages;. Every page brims with thoughtfully laid out information easily comprehensible by Grade 5-8 students while remaining engaging enough. In short, CURRENT: Today's Music in the Classroom V2 N2 has been carefully crafted keeping educator's needs at heart - making contemporary musical instruction both satisfyingly efficient and distinctively interesting!
Author MUSICWORKS
Tags Music Education, Contemporary Approach, Interactive Activities, Popular Songs, Interdisciplinary Learning
Caves and Karst Unit Study
Creative Arts, Art, Social Studies, ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Grammar, Language Development, Vocabulary, Spelling, Writing, Grade 3, 4, 5, Activities, Crafts, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans, Presentations, Graphic Organizers, Projects, Assessments, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
The Caves and Karst Unit Study This is an engaging, comprehensive, and low preparation teaching resource that explores the fascinating world of caves and karst. It is a valuable resource for educators focusing on grades 3 to 5, as well as homeschooling guardians. Main Topics Covered Introductory concepts about caves and karst formations Detailed insight into speleothems and cave forms Landscape found in karsts Particularly captivating information about cave ecosystems habitat adaptations. The unit study wraps up with an exploration of cave conservation efforts highlighting their importance. Tailored Approach to Learning Styles Each lesson includes: Visual-auditory online presentations , alongside curated videos. Reading passages: To cater for those who learn best through perusing textual information. Upon consideration for student handwriting skills levels, options are made available within note-taking pages with either primary lines, regular lines or no lines. Note-taking pages & Graphic organizers: To keep track of acquired knowledge across every topic covered. Hands-on activities are incorporated into every lesson plan providing kinesthetic opportunities. Purposeful Assessment through Quizzes A tool that teachers or homeschoolers can use flexibly over days or weeks depending on pacing preference - quizzes filled with 15 multiple-choice questions per lesson – ideal in testing understanding at each stage. Cross-Curricular Subjects Integration The unit study covers: Art (emphasis on drawing, coloring & crafts) English Language Arts Geography and Geology Grammar, History, Reading, Science and Social Studies research work , Spelling . The Caves and Karst Unit Study: An interactive unit study that inspires young geologists' minds while encouraging the application of learned concepts through hands-on activities. The resource spans over 150 pages premium content in a downloadable file in PDF format. A truly comprehensive guide for both educators and homeschoolers.
Author Heather Huhman
Tags Caves, Karst Formations, Speleothems, Cave Ecosystems, Conservation Efforts