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Develop targeted instruction with mini lesson plan templates that help you focus on specific skills or concepts. These templates facilitate quick planning for brief, impactful lessons. Use them to address learning gaps or introduce new topics efficiently.
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Easter Sample Mini Unit - Includes Reading, Vocabulary, Facts
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Resources for Teachers, Vocabulary, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Easter, Holidays, Holiday & Seasonal, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Teacher Tools, Quizzes and Tests, Quizzes, Activities
Easter Sample Mini Unit In the Full Download This Easter Starters Mini Unit is a 5-day literacy resource created for students in grades 2–5 . Each day follows a clear, consistent structure with seven engaging activities designed to build vocabulary, boost reading confidence, and explore the traditions, symbols, and joy of Easter. Students complete the same core activities each day, helping to build routine while keeping learning meaningful and fun: Vocabulary words Sentence writing Reading comprehension Act It Out (partner conversation) Easter facts Discussion questions Describing words At the end of the week, students complete a 6-question written quiz to reflect on what they’ve learned and apply their vocabulary in complete sentences. The unit blends structure with seasonal exploration, making it ideal for literacy blocks, holiday enrichment, cross-curricular connections, or spring-themed lessons . Vocabulary Progression The vocabulary in this unit follows a progressive difficulty model : Day 1 : Grade 3 Day 2 : End of Grade 3 / Start of Grade 4 Day 3 : Solid Grade 4 Day 4 : End of Grade 4 Day 5 : Start of Grade 5 This structured vocabulary progression ensures that students build confidence and expand their language use over the course of the week. Vocabulary Words Included in the Unit: basket, egg, chick, spring, celebrate, bunny, candy, flower, parade, decorate, delight, nibble, gather, disguise, wiggle, tradition, festival, prepare, giggle, wander, celebrate, symbol, occasion, gathering, decoration. Describing Words (adjectives) used in the Easter context: colorful, soft, fresh, happy, hidden, fluffy, bright, cheerful, sweet, fancy, exciting, sneaky, wiggly, bouncy, delicate, lively, peaceful, grateful, joyful, meaningful, welcoming, thankful How to Use This Easter Mini Unit This Easter Mini Unit is designed to be flexible and easy to implement in any classroom or learning setting. Each day features seven repeatable activities that build literacy skills through Easter-themed content. Teachers can guide students through each task as a whole class , in small groups , or as independent work . Start the day with vocabulary and sentence building, then move into reading comprehension and the Act It Out partner script to encourage fluency and expression. Fun facts and discussion questions spark curiosity and critical thinking, while the describing words support writing and oral language. At the end of the week, use the written quiz to review key vocabulary and concepts in a meaningful way. The consistent structure allows students to build confidence while exploring the stories, celebrations, and symbols of this joyful holiday. Includes color and black and white versions. More Easter Products FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE Mini Unit Links Easter Shanghai Spring St. Patrick's Day Starters St. Patrick's Day Sprinters Mini Units in Depth The mini unit series is a collection of structured language-learning resources that support students in building vocabulary, improving reading skills, and practicing language in context. Each unit focuses on a carefully selected set of words, ensuring students are introduced to meaningful vocabulary that connects to cultural traditions, historical events, or well-known symbols. The format includes vocabulary exercises, example sentences, reading passages, conversation prompts, fun facts, discussion questions, and quizzes to reinforce learning in an interactive and engaging way. Through these activities, students gain a deeper understanding of language beyond definitions. The reading passages provide contextual exposure, while the conversation and discussion sections encourage spoken fluency and critical thinking. Fun facts introduce cultural insights, helping students connect language to real-world traditions. The structured quiz and written response sections assess comprehension and encourage complete sentence answers, reinforcing proper grammar and sentence structure. This series supports ESL learners and elementary students in grades 2-5, offering a balanced approach to language acquisition, cultural learning, and interactive engagement. For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
Author Cored Education
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Tags Elementary, Reading, Comprehension, Vocabulary, Passages, Esl, Mini Unit, Discussions, Geography, Easter
Letter D Mini Alphabet Book
ELA, Language Development, Pre-Reading, Phonics, Kindergarten, Preschool, Activities
Get students engaged with learning about the letter D with this mini foldable alphabet book. The large images makes these books easy for students to color, and the foldable nature of these books product a no prep activity that can easily be assigned to students. What is Included: This resource includes a single foldable book for the letter D. Each book includes a cover page and 3 picture pages all with pictures that begin with D. Each page also includes a sentence that reads like "A is for Apple," making it easy to read for beginning readers. How to Make: Students will color each page of the foldable book. They will then fold the page to make an alphabet book. The student will then read the book to themselves or to another person. When to Use: Independent Practice - Students can be given these mini books to color and work on independently. Homework - This book can be sent home with students so that they can work on beginning reading and letter sounds with their parents. Literacy or Writing Center - Place the page in the center and let students create their own book. Library - The teacher may choose to create this book and add it to the classroom library for students to read during center time. These alphabet books are a no prep option for teachers to give to students to complete. Each book just needs to be printed out and given to students to complete. They will only need their desired crayons, markers, or colored pencils. No scissors or glue required! Students will have a lot of fun creating and reading these books. They will gain confidence in their reading skills by reading the easy sentences to themselves or to their peers. Students will also gain practice recognizing beginning sounds!
Author The Connett Connection
Tags Alphabet Activities, Alphabet Books, Mini Books, Foldable Books, Letter D
Shanghai Sample Mini Unit - Includes Reading, Vocabulary, Facts
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Resources for Teachers, Vocabulary, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Geography, Social Studies, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Teacher Tools, Quizzes and Tests, Quizzes, Activities
Shanghai Mini Unit 1 Day Sample About the Full Download This Shanghai Mini Unit is a 5-day literacy resource created for students in grades 2–5. Each day follows a clear, consistent structure with seven engaging activities designed to build vocabulary, boost reading confidence, and explore the sights, sounds, and traditions of Shanghai. Students complete the same core activities each day, helping to build routine while keeping learning meaningful and fun: Vocabulary words Sentence writing Reading comprehension Act It Out (partner conversation) Shanghai facts Discussion questions Describing words At the end of the week, students complete a 6-question written quiz to reflect on what they’ve learned and apply their vocabulary in complete sentences. The unit blends structure with cultural discovery, making it ideal for literacy blocks, geography-themed lessons, cultural studies, or enrichment. Vocabulary words included in the unit: skyline, harbor, temple, lantern, market, bamboo, ferry, skywalk, pagoda, vendor, calligraphy, silk, acrobat, dragon, palace, terrace, opera, Lantern Festival, rickshaw, spice, temple fair, scroll, porcelain, dim sum, kite Describing words (adjectives) used in Shanghai context: bright, busy, peaceful, colorful, tall, glowing, high, steady, tasty, smooth, flowing, bold, careful, graceful, grand, glowing, spicy, lively, delicate, playful, artful, festive How to Use This Shanghai Mini Unit This Shanghai Mini Unit is designed to be flexible and easy to implement in any classroom or learning setting. Each day features seven repeatable activities that build literacy skills through Shanghai-themed content. Teachers can guide students through each task as a whole class, in small groups, or independently. Start the day with vocabulary and sentence building, then move into reading comprehension and the Act It Out partner script to encourage fluency and expression. Fun facts and discussion questions spark critical thinking, while the describing words support writing and oral language. At the end of the week, use the included written quiz to review key vocabulary and concepts. The consistent structure allows students to build confidence while exploring the culture, language, and energy of one of the world’s most fascinating cities. Includes color and black and white versions. More Shanghai Products FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE Mini Unit Links Shanghai Spring St. Patrick's Day Starters St. Patrick's Day Sprinters Mini Units in Depth The mini unit series is a collection of structured language-learning resources that support students in building vocabulary, improving reading skills, and practicing language in context. Each unit focuses on a carefully selected set of words, ensuring students are introduced to meaningful vocabulary that connects to cultural traditions, historical events, or well-known symbols. The format includes vocabulary exercises, example sentences, reading passages, conversation prompts, fun facts, discussion questions, and quizzes to reinforce learning in an interactive and engaging way. Through these activities, students gain a deeper understanding of language beyond definitions. The reading passages provide contextual exposure, while the conversation and discussion sections encourage spoken fluency and critical thinking. Fun facts introduce cultural insights, helping students connect language to real-world traditions. The structured quiz and written response sections assess comprehension and encourage complete sentence answers, reinforcing proper grammar and sentence structure. This series supports ESL learners and elementary students in grades 2-5, offering a balanced approach to language acquisition, cultural learning, and interactive engagement. For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
Author Cored Education
Tags Elementary, Reading, Comprehension, Vocabulary, Passages, Esl, Mini Unit, Discussions, Geography, Shanghai
Dinosaurs Mini Unit
Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Dinosaurs Mini Unit This is a Dinosaurs Mini Unit that will provide students with resources from the beginning to end of a unit. This unit will leave students feeling more knowledgeable about this animal species and equipped to tackle any and all comprehensive activities related to dinosaurs. This unit is great for middle school students. What You Get: You will receive a zip file that includes: 1. A Presentations Folder with 17 PowerPoints 2. An Individual Dinosaur Project Sheets Folder with 24 PDFs 3. A Basic Reading Sheet Set PDF 4. A Dinosaur Crossword Puzzle PDF 5. A Dinosaurs Test PDF 5. A Dinosaurs Worksheet Complete Set PDF How to Use the Dinosaurs Mini Unit: This is a comprehensive unit of study that will have many components to make learning come to life. The glossary is an essential component that will provide students with the basic vocabulary they’ll need to understand and grasp the major topics included in the unit. Lesson One teaches students about life before the Dinosaurs from the formation of the Earth and moon to the Triassic Era. An alternate version of lesson one is also included dividing the history of the Earth into a 24 hour period. Lesson Two teaches students about the geography, climate, and other life forms living between the Triassic and Cretaceous periods. Lesson Three covers the evolution of the early dinosaurs of the Triassic Era. Lesson Four teaches students about the extinction of the dinosaurs and the Cenozoic period. Each lesson comes with a PowerPoint presentation featuring enlarged readings, images, and movie links. Information and project sheets are provided for twelve different dinosaurs or reptiles for students to create different presentation projects with. Students can complete a crossword activity at the end of the unit. The crossword is provided in a regular and modified version with an answer key included. Teachers can test students’ knowledge with a short written/graphic test with answer key included. I hope you enjoy!! Take A Look At My Best Sellers: The History of Piracy The History of Space Exploration – Complete Unit Navajo Code Talkers Mini Unit Women in World War Two – Complete Unit The Forbidden City Mini Unit Natural Disasters – Complete Unit You Can Find More Resources At My Store Front Here: Mr. Gray History
Author Mr Gray History
Tags Dinosaurs Unit, Reading Comprehension, Dinosaur Crossword Puzzle, Earth's History, Dinosaur Extinction, Science Vocabulary, Science Assessment
Prohibition - Mini Unit
Social Studies, History, History: USA, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools
Teach your students about the prohibition era with this engaging mini-unit. Prohibition - Mini Unit is divided in 2 parts: PART ONE : THE TEMPERANCE MOVEMENT With this part, students will learn about the origins of different temperance organizations and the reasons why they campaigned against alcohol during the 1800s and early 1900s. This part also introduces students to the impacts of nativist feelings and World War One on the temperance movement. PART TWO : PROHIBITION Students will learn about the impacts of prohibition and the ultimate reasons for its failure including the involvement of organized crime, corruption, loopholes and smuggling, financial losses for governments, and poisonings. Each part comes with: - Presentations to inform students on the topics. - Comprehension questions to discuss - Instructions for students to create either a booklet or poster project. - For the project create a booklet about the Temperance Movement students will include information to teach people about the temperance movement from its founding to the passage of the 18th Amendment. - For the project create a booklet about the Prohibition students will create a booklet to teach people about America under prohibition during the 1920s and early 1930s There are also writing sheets and primary source materials for students to investigate and understand different contemporary opinions on temperance and prohibition. The unit also comes with a PowerPoint presentation featuring enlarged reading sections, images, and video links. All materials are available in pdf and editable ppt formats for teachers to make any changes they need. This unit can follow the format of whole-class instruction and then students can be organized in groups or pairs to work on the presentations. You can find more of my units of study here!
Author Mr Gray History
Tags Prohibition, Temperance, Prohibition Worksheet Pdf, Prohibition Lesson Plans 11th Grade
Crusades Mini Unit
Social Studies, History, History: Europe, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
The Crusades Mini Unit The Crusades Mini Unit is a comprehensive teaching resource, tailor-made for students from grades 9 to 12. This inclusive unit aims at building a deep understanding of the causes, pivotal events, and repercussions of the crusades in European history. Covered Topics Include: Religious Differences in the Middle East, The Christian & Islamic Worlds of the Middle Ages, Causes of the Crusades. This mini-unit covers essential crusade phases such as The Peasants Crusade, The First Crusade and moves until Later Crusades & Islamic Expansion. It ensures educators can effectively establish an intellectual correlation between these phases for their students while meeting curriculum guidelines. Interactive Support Material Each phase is supported by reading and activity sheets that provoke interactive learning whilst reinforcing concepts. Grading is made smooth with answer keys accompanying every review sheet for each section. As an added stimulating component to solidify knowledge retention, there are crossword puzzles with respective answer keys included in this resource. Extended Student Exploration Material The mini-unit also provides materials supporting extended student exploration through essay writing or graphic timeline creation focused on crusades subject matter. Teachers can use these additional resources to enhance their classroom syllabus while encouraging critical thinking amongst learners. Note: All these learning tools are accompanied by a robust PowerPoint presentation designed to ease course navigation for both teachers and students alike. This intelligent blend of theoretical and practical knowledge makes this resource functional on physical as well as virtual platforms making it viable for homeschoolers. Focused Learning:Achieving an exciting engagement in social studies has never been more feasible than with this history-focused Mini-Unit aimed at understanding nuanced facets of European History encapsulated within ‘The Crusades’.
Author Mr Gray History
Tags Crusades, European History, Middle Ages, Interactive Learning, Homeschooling
American Government Mini Units - eBook
Social Studies, Government, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
The American Government Mini Units is a 101-page download. This e-Book will dive into topics such as the three branches of government, monuments and the national budget for the United States. Students will be able to complete activities as they learn, such as creating lapbooks for presidents.
Author Creative Learning Connection
Tags American Government, Three Branches, National Budget Activity, Political Cartoons, President Lapbook
Seven Wonders Mini Unit
Social Studies, History, History: World, History: Ancient, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Introducing the Seven Wonders Mini Unit This exciting teaching resource takes students on a journey to discover the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, delivering curriculum-appropriate content for grades 6 to 9. It aligns specifically with Social Studies - world history topics, focusing on ancient and global aspects. Inclusions in the Mini Unit: Reading sheets: Packed with information, these allow students to gain knowledge about these wonders around the world. Image sheets: These stir vivid imaginations, painting accurate pictures of what once stood as marvels across different continents. Crosswords and question sheets: Helps test retention while keeping engagement levels high. Included PowerPoint presentation:Another platform where learners can absorb vital content through visual means– designed around multimodal teaching strategies. Multimodal teaching strategies:A standout feature providing multiple ways for students to learn and engage. Pedagogical instructions & guidelines: A valuable addition is included setting guidebooks for each lesson; perfect whether you're an educator in a public school setting or homeschool environment gives clarity leading lessons Poster/Booklet materials : The Convenience Of Downloadable Content All elements are downloadable via ZIP file type format at your convenience- this well-thought-out instructional kit is more than just compilation of material. It aids you in orchestrating holistic lessons that do more than instruct—they inspire! Check out our previews for more detailed insights into our resources plus examples from our readings. We've got plenty other social studies resources up on offer at my store. Transform your class into an innovative history class where history leaps off pages into young minds willing to go back in time - Welcome aboard on this educative adventure! And don't forgetWe've got many other social studies resources available so keep hunting ;)
Author Mr Gray History
Tags Ancient Wonders, World History, Social Studies, Critical Thinking, Multimodal Teaching
The Transcontinental Railroad - Mini Unit
Social Studies, History, History: USA, Grade 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools
The Transcontinental Railroad - Mini Unit is a great resource to help your students to learn about the history of the first Transcontinental Railroad. Lessons include: Before the Railroad : Teaching students about the different ways travelers could reach the west in the early and mid-1800s. This informational reading passage is followed by a series of comprehension questions. Answers to these questions are included. Planning : The creation of the Central & Union Pacific companies and how the railroad was funded and surveyed. This informational reading passage is followed by a series of comprehension questions. Answers to these questions are included. Constructing the Central Pacific : Students learn about the struggles to build through the Sierra Nevada and role played by Chinese workers. This informational reading passage is followed by a series of comprehension questions. Answers to these questions are included. Constructing the Union Pacific : Students learn about the organization of workers and construction trains as well as hell on wheels towns. This informational reading passage is followed by a series of comprehension questions. Answers to these questions are included. Traveling the Railroad : Teaches about the different amenities offered to classes of passengers. This informational reading passage is followed by a series of comprehension questions. Answers to these questions are included. Impact : Shows students the impacts on Native Americans, food production, tourism, and time. This informational reading passage is followed by a series of comprehension questions. Answers to these questions are included. All files come in Google Classroom versions which can be easily uploaded to your own website for students to access from home. And also includes a file with all resources separated so that teachers can access single resources within the whole unit .
Author Mr Gray History
Tags Transcontinental, Transcontinental Railroad, Railroad, Reading Comprehension
World Religions - Mini Unit
Social Studies, History, History: World, History: Ancient, Grade 5, 6, 7, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools
This file includes reading and project materials for nine major world religions/philosophies: Christianity Islam Hinduism Buddhism Jainism Sikhism Judaism Shintoism Atheism
Author Mr Gray History
Tags Religion, Religions, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, SIkhism, Jainism, Judaism, Athiesm
The Forbidden City : Mini Unit
Social Studies, History, History: Asian, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools
The Forbidden City: Mini Unit This teaching resource is designed for the seventh to tenth-grade curriculum, with a particular focus on Asian History in Social Studies programs. It complements any study or discussion about Chinese history and culture. What's Included: New depth to The Forbidden City's history and architecture Reading materials, timeline templates and images Worksheets with answer keys and presentation materials Detailed PowerPoint Presentation that evolves throughout the unit. Special Features: The project includes lesson plans for each session, continuity assurance in dealing with the subject matter, as well as beneficial video links. Through this unit we examine 24 buildings or landmarks in The Forbidden City including information cards with images of the structures layout plan. Student Activities: The historical timeline of The Forbidden City comes alive through a final summarizing activity all detailed within this mini-unit complete with essential resources for successful project assembly. Digital Resource Options: This resource features various digital file types such as PPT files for presentations, PDFs for classroom activity worksheets, alongside compressed worksheet files where storage space may be limited. Potential Applications: Suitable implementations include group projects fostering team learning dynamics attending equally efficiently to homework assignments which promote independent learning skills across grades seven through ten inclusive. About This Resource: Educate young learners on one of China’s most iconic cultural landmarks using 'The Forbidden City: Mini Unit'. Use this resource to bring innovation into your teaching approach while providing depth to Asian history education within your classroom teachings.
Author Mr Gray History
Tags Forbidden City, Chinese History, Asian Culture, Architecture, Educational Resource
Shakespeare - Lapbook & Mini Unit
Social Studies, Biographies, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools
The Shakespeare - Lapbook & Mini Unit is a 10-page download intended for students to learn more about Shakespeare and create a fun lapbook to show what they know. Everything needed to create a lapbook is included in this download. Instructions are included as well as components such as timelines and pictures for the lapbook.
Author Creative Learning Connection
Tags Lapbook, Social Studies Lapbook, Social Studies Activity, Shakespeare Activity, Shakespeare Lapbook
Crocodiles and Alligators Mini Unit
Science, Life Sciences, Animals, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools
Crocodiles and Alligators Mini Unit This is a Crocodiles and Alligators Mini Unit that will provide students with resources from the beginning to end of a unit. This unit will leave students feeling more knowledgeable about this animal species and equipped to tackle any and all comprehensive activities related to crocodiles and alligators. This unit is great for middle school students. What You Get: You will receive a zip file that includes: 1. Eight zip folders with materials for each type of animal. Material folders will consist of booklets, posters, presentation and reading passage. 2. Preview Sheets as PDF and JPEG files 3. A Zip Folder with Extra Resources 4. A Zip Folder with Google Classroom Versions How to Use the Crocodiles and Alligators Mini Unit: This is a comprehensive unit of study that will have many components to make learning come to life. The glossary is an essential component that will provide students with the basic vocabulary they’ll need to understand and grasp the major topics included in the unit. The first lesson shows students the differences between crocodiles and alligators as well as their evolution over the past 220 million years. Students can also learn about the functions of different parts of alligator and crocodile bodies. Reading and information sheets are provided for eight different crocodile species around the world. Booklet pages are provided for all eight species in blank and modified versions. The sheets are also provided in a poster format as an alternate activity . All materials are also provided in a format for uploading to your google classroom or other sites. I hope you enjoy!! Take A Look At My Best Sellers: The History of Piracy The History of Space Exploration – Complete Unit Navajo Code Talkers Mini Unit Women in World War Two – Complete Unit The Forbidden City Mini Unit Natural Disasters – Complete Unit You Can Find More Resources At My Store Front Here: Mr. Gray History
Author Mr Gray History
Tags Crocodiles Lesson, Alligators Lesson, Animals Unit, Animal Unit Of Study, Animal Booklet, Animal Posters, Google Classroom, Reading Comprehension
"Ghosts" Mentor Text mini-unit • Ekphrastics
ELA, Writing, Grade 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools
Ghosts Mentor Text mini-unit • Ekphrastics Ekphrastics is a rich teaching resource offering a unique combination of literature, art and writing skills for grades 4 - 9. This tool opens up the intriguing world of ekphrastic writing that revolves around describing another form of art like a painting, sculpture or in this case - graphic novels. The popular Ghosts by Raina Telgemeier serves as the main inspiration prompting students to observe and create their own words. Anatomy of This Resource Excerpts from Ghosts graphic novel that are ready to ignite insightful discussions among students. Prompts intended to engender analytical reading skills in students. Well-structured graphic organizers facilitating systematic knowledge assimilation. This learning material also includes: An intuitive '3 Keys to Strong Writing' infographic designed to guide students through the key elements that fortify their written work. The Word Banks feature which further enriches learners’ vocabulary by providing readily available lists at their disposal. Links leading to student sample writings displaying techniques prevalent among mentor authors, essential for understanding how varied approaches can be embraced. Beyond just being instructive, what sets Ghosts Mentor Text mini-unit • Ekphrastics apart is its flexible structure – it provides you with an editable two-page PDF linked with entirely adaptable Google Docs allowing maximum flexibility on its use. As an educator, you have control over modifying or skipping steps according to your teaching requirements and various learning styles within your classroom without losing its intended essence. Possible Implementation Methods: You can use it during whole group instruction sparking lively debates; Splitting students into smaller groups for more focused discussions; Assigning tasks as individual homework extending learning beyond the classroom ambit. In providing an all-in-one platform combining aspects of reading comprehension and creative writing with the central theme being ‘ekphrasis’, learners can have an immersive experience where they understand the correlation between seemingly separate disciplines making education holistic and intriguing.
Author Room2Ruminations
Tags Ekphrastic Writing, Graphic Novels, Mentor Text, Literature And Art, Analytical Reading Skills
Japanese-American Internment : Mini Unit
Social Studies, History, History: USA, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools
The Japanese-American Internment: Mini Unit A remarkable teaching resource for grade 8 to 12 learners, revolves around one of the most notable chapters of World War Two's - the 'Japanese-American internment'. Structuring & Content This compact mini-unit is systematically organized into multiple educational sections, each designed to facilitate a thorough understanding of this topic. This includes reading sheets that delve into: The early history of Japanese American immigration Detailed account of discrimination they endured Insights behind why and how internment transpired. Key Features Primary source activities: Providing an unfiltered look into historic prejudices that shaped this decision, this element aids in tangible understanding about harmful effects of prejudice and paranoia on monumental historic errors. 'Make your own' informational booklets:Involving students in hands-on tasks fosters their active participation while honing critical thinking abilities related to context comprehension. Detailed PowerPoint presentation:An energetic PowerPoint deck featuring magnified reading notes, captivating images and pertinent movie links amplifies instruction delivery expertly- whether it’s across large or small groups. Information about camp life for interns forms graphic visual description opening up venues for discussions on civil liberties within classrooms - both physical or virtual via platforms like Google Classroom where all module content is easily updatable for remote accessibility as well. Addons An added advantage is its usefulness as take-home material or independent learning assignments urging self-motivated exploration competencies among participants-particularly involving historical & cultural images from the past. Material available across diverse formats- PDFs, editable PowerPoint decks etc., ensures flexibility in usage according to individual preferences rendering it a hassle-free addition for any social studies teacher involving US History tanlge. In conclusion, 'Japanese-American Internment- Mini Unit' brings together various tools promoting student involvement while shedding light on the varied landscape of America's rich history.
Author Mr Gray History
Tags Japanese Americans, Internment, World War Two, Primary Sources, Hands-on Learning
Distributive Property - Digital Practice & Mini Lesson
, Grade 6, 7, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools
Thisself graded, digital math practice activity about the distributive property is perfect for your digital middle school math classroom. What makes this a Mini-Lesson & Practice Activity? There is a series of slides that leads students through the basics of how the distributive property works. Students can give feedback as they go along. There are practice problems at the end of the activity that guide the students to get the problem correct. Students cannot progress through the activity until the type in a correct answer. There are hints given if a student gets stuck. This activity is set to not let students progress to the next problem until they get the problem they're on correct. If they get a problem wrong, they're given a hint to prompt them and then they must try the problem again. I use this with my 6th graders. These are all very basic, low level problems for simplifying expressions using the distributive property. This activity uses only the variable 'x'. No negative numbers are used, although there are problems with subtraction such as simplifying 5(x-8). Special Design Features: Each question is treated as a separate "section". Students can only complete one question at a time. This can be beneficial for ELLs or students with special learning needs because it chunks the questions in a way that can lower the cognitive demand. Most of the questions have an image that shows the problem. This means the math problems are written much larger and clearer than if they were just typed in with regular text. The last set of problems on this activity uses regular size font. Ideas for use: Use this practice activity as a mini-lesson. Use this to refresh the topic for students who have already had some exposure to it. Add your own questions to customize the problems to match your areas of emphasis. PLEASE READ! This is a digital-only resource and is in the form of a Google Form. You cannot print this activity and use it as a paper-pencil quiz.
Author Sheltered Language Resources
Tags Distributive, Distributive Property, Digital Math Practice, Digital Mini Lesson, Google Classroom, Distributive Property Lessons, Distributive Property Lesson, Distributive Practice
Whales Mini Unit
Science, Life Sciences, Animals, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Whales Mini Unit This is a Whales Mini Unit that will provide students with resources from the beginning to end of a unit. This unit will leave students feeling more knowledgeable about this animal species and equipped to tackle any and all comprehensive activities related to whales. This unit is great for middle school students. What You Get: You will receive a zip file that includes: 1. A Presentations Folder with 19 PowerPoints 2. A Separated Materials Folder with 22 PDFs 3. A Teacher Note PDF 4. A Whale Card Game PDF 5. A Whales Complete Worksheet Set PDF 6. A Whales Modified Worksheet Set PDF 7. Whales Preview Sheet as PDF, PowerPoint and JPEG files 8. Whales Test PDF How to Use the Whales Mini Unit: This is a comprehensive unit of study that will have many components to make learning come to life. The glossary is an essential component that will provide students with the basic vocabulary they’ll need to understand and grasp the major topics included in the unit. Lesson one teaches students about the evolution of whales from Pakicetus to the present day. Students then complete a timeline activity . Lesson two teaches about the major differences in the diets of toothed and baleen whales. Students then complete a basic organizer activity . Lesson three teaches about the different ways in which both toothed and baleen whales communicate and use sound to detect prey and dangers. Lesson four covers the major body parts of most whales. Diagrams are available in basic or extended versions for students to complete. Lesson five shows students the history of whaling from ancient times to the present day and how many species were nearly wiped out by humans. Each lesson comes with a PowerPoint presentation featuring enlarged readings, images, and movie links. Information and project sheets are provided for twelve different whale species for students to create different presentation projects with. Whale information cards and instructions are included to play a special game of Top Trumps. All worksheets also have modified versions to help you support students with differing learning needs. Students can complete a crossword activity at the end of the unit. The crossword is provided in a regular and modified version with an answer key included. An end of unit test is also included in the file featuring short response and image-based questions for students to complete. You will have an answer key for this as well. I hope you enjoy!! Take A Look At My Best Sellers: Japanese Ema Prayer Boards The Underground Railroad Mini Unit United Kingdom Country Study Food Production and Farming Unit Alexander Hamilton Mini Unit The Tuskegee Airmen Mini Unit You Can Find More Resources At My Store Front Here: Mr. Gray History
Author Mr Gray History
Tags Whales Mini Unit, Animals Unit, Animals Crossword Puzzle, Whales Lesson Plan, Whales Presentation, Types Of Whales, Science Worksheets
Graphing Rational Functions Mini Unit
Math, Algebra, Calculus, Grade 10, 11, 12, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools
If you are a high school math teacher, finding resources that best serve for your students is of the utmost importance! This is aGraphing Rational Functions Mini Unitthat is filled with purposeful practice that your students can use right away. This Mini Unit is packed with everything you need to introduce the topic and assess students along the way. This resource was designed for Algebra 2 and PreCalculus students in 10th – 12th grade. There is a suggested pacing guide that demonstrates how this can be broken up across 7 days. The overall objective is for students to be able to sketch graphs of rational functions by hand given an equation. Included in this packet: --An editable 60 slide presentation. On the slides , you will find a title, time allotted, a clickable symbol to advance to the next slide, and an abbreviation for the type of problem it is. IP will stand for independent practice. GP will stand for guided practice. --Extra Practice PC–2.6 with answer key. Comes in PDF and Word. --Guided Notes PC-2.6 Part 1 with answer key. Comes in PDF and Word. --Guided Notes PC-2.6 Part 2 with answer key. Comes in PDF and Word. --Homework PC-2.6 Part 1 with answer key. Comes in PDF and Word. --Homework PC-2.6 Part 2 with answer key. Comes in PDF and Word. --Quiz A PC-2.6 with answer key. Comes in PDF and Word. --Quiz B PC-2.6 with answer key. Comes in PDF and Word. --Quiz C PC-2.6 with answer key. Comes in PDF and Word. --Quiz A and B Answer Key as a Google Slides presentation. I hope you enjoy! You can find more resources at my storefront here: https://teachsimple.com/contributor/smith-math Here are other similar resources for you to enjoy: https://teachsimple.com/product/intro-to-calculus-word-wall https://teachsimple.com/product/laws-of-exponents-lessons-intro-lesson-exponents-basics https://teachsimple.com/product/sequences-and-series-graphic-organizer https://teachsimple.com/product/laws-of-exponents-lessons-lesson-3-quotient-rule https://teachsimple.com/product/systems-of-equations-graphic-organizer-packet https://teachsimple.com/product/algebra-2-word-wall
Author Smith Math
Tags Graphing Rational Functions, Algebra Quiz, Precalculus Quiz, Algebra 2 Unit, Math Practice, Graphing Quiz, Word Wall, Vocabulary Practice, Smith Math
Constructed Response Mini Unit Grades 7-9
ELA, Strategies, Grade 7, 8, 9, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
This week long mini unit is perfect for the beginning of the school year or as a review right before testing season! This unit it designed using the RACE strategy for constructed responses. What's included: - 5 day detailed lesson plan with activities - Printable workbook (answer key included) - Digital workbook (Microsoft or Google compatible!) - Digital and printable graphic organizers Check out the preview for a closer look!
Author Fairways and Chalkboards
Tags RACE, Constructed Response, Back To School Skills, Ela Skills, Race Constructed Response, Race Strategy For Constructed Response
Lewis and Clark Lapbook & Mini Unit
Social Studies, History, History: USA, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools
The Lewis and Clark Lapbook & Mini Unit is a 16-page download that gives students everything they need to make an engaging lapbook trailing Lewis and Clark and their expedition.
Author Creative Learning Connection
Tags Lewis And Clark, Lapbook, Expedition, Social Studies Unit, History Lapbook, Lewis And Clark Projects 8th Grade, Lewis And Clark Lesson Plans, Lewis And Clark And Me Activities
Winter Hibernation Mini Unit
Science, Basic Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Earth Sciences, Environmental Science, Grade 1, 2, 3, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools
Winter Hibernation Mini Unit This educational material familiarizes students with concepts such as animal behaviors, survival strategies, and the interconnectedness of living organisms with their environment. It aims to enhance students' understanding of how animals adapt to changes in their surroundings, especially during challenging seasons like winter. Includes: Reading on hibernation with comprehension questions Information on animals that hibernate Questions about animals that hibernate Activity page on creating shelters during hibernation Answer key for reference Students will be able to tell why animals hibernate, when they hibernate, how they wake up from hibernation, and what happens to an animals body during the hibernation process. By learning about this attribute in animals students will also be able to deduce which animals go into hibernation and what locations they may use to hibernate. Additionally, students will learn about bears, groundhogs, chipmunks, hedgehogs, and how they survive the winter months. Engage students in reading, writing, and drawing to express their knowledge gained from the resource. A valuable addition to any winter science unit. Enjoy the learning experience! Winter Hibernation Mini Unit | Winter Hibernation Mini Unit | Winter Hibernation Mini Unit | Winter Hibernation Mini Unit | Winter Hibernation Mini Unit | Winter Hibernation Mini Unit |
Author Soumara Siddiqui
Tags Hibernation, Winter Hibernation, Winter, Animals And Winter, Winter Animals
Alphabet Mini Books - Letter of the Week
ELA, Language Development, Handwriting, Writing, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, First Day of School, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, Worksheets & Printables, Activities, Centers, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans
Make learning the alphabet fun, hands-on, and meaningful with this Alphabet Mini Books A to Z resource! Each mini book focuses on a single letter from A to Z and includes a variety of engaging activities to help young learners build foundational literacy skills. These printable books are perfect for preschool, pre-K, and kindergarten students who are just beginning their alphabet journey. Each mini book includes: Letter-themed words with matching images A coloring page featuring objects that start with the letter Uppercase and lowercase letter tracing and writing “Color the Letter” activity “Trace and Find” the letter activity Ways to Use: Letter of the Week lessons Literacy centers or independent practice Morning work or early finisher activities Take-home practice or homework Student portfolios or alphabet journals Advantages: Builds letter recognition and phonemic awareness Supports handwriting and fine motor development Encourages independence and creativity Easy to print, fold, and assemble (PDF format only) Great for reinforcing letter-sound connections in a fun way These mini books help students develop confidence and excitement as they learn each letter of the alphabet from A to Z! Pdf file includes 26 page. Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
Rating
Tags Letters, Alphabet, Alphabet Mini Book, Mini Book, Alphabet Tracing, Back To School, Back To School Activities, Letter Of The Week, Handwriting
Football Kickoff Mini-Lesson Bundle
P.E. & Health, Physical Education, Not Grade Specific, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Football Kickoff Mini-Lesson Bundle Designed for elementary through middle school physical education instructors, this diverse Football Kickoff Mini-Lesson Bundle features five mini-lesson plans focusing on teaching correct football kickoff techniques. Ideal for varying class sizes and skill levels. Bundle Features: Fully Detailed Lesson Plans: Each plan provides comprehensive instructions, making implementation straightforward even for beginners in PE teaching. Floor Layouts: Clear guidance on setting up individual activities within your gym or PE space. Friday Night Heights Game:An engaging football kickoff game based on the popular show Friday Night Lights. Its detailed lesson plan makes setup effortless. Kickoff Formal Assessment Rubric:An assessment tool, facilitating constructive student feedback and offering an organized professional approach towards student evaluation. Multimedia Aids Incorporating detailed illustrations and graphical guides throughout, these materials provide visual aids to further simplify implementation - highly beneficial even for those teachers who aren't traditionally involved with PE classes. Physical Education Games promote cardiovascular fitness through fun-filled physical activities that raise heart rates healthily! These multi-skill games focus on agility accuracy & hand-eye coordination among other things. The games emphasize safe, fair play while providing instructions in a simple lesson format. Versatility Suitable for large groups or smaller gatherings and adaptable to structured lesson plans or arrange-able activities during recess — ensuring students stay active during their free time. With the "Football Kickoff Mini-Lesson Bundle", every physical education class will be exciting. Your students are bound to love these fun exercises year after year!
Author Gems from the Gym
Tags Football Kickoff, Physical Education, Mini-lessons, Group Games, Assessment Tool
Mini-Reviews Book Report
ELA, Literature, Reading, Writing, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Mini-Reviews Book Report is an 11-page resource that provides a detailed lesson plan to teach students in 6th to 9th grades how to write and publish mini-reviews of books they have read. It can easily be modified for 10th-12th graders as well. This engaging lesson offers students a creative way to express their opinions about the novel or nonfiction book they read and then publish their reviews online. They will write a summary or synopsis of the plot of the book, introduce the main characters, setting, and theme, and write an assessment or evaluation of the book in which they express their opinion about the book and back it up with evidence. Your students will enjoy this book report because, instead of writing a formal book report, they will publish their mini-reviews online and then can see their reviews on different websites. Plus students get exposed to many new books they might not have known about by reading the reviews written by their classmates and others.This assignment is great for all students in grades 6-9: regular ed, ESL, RSP, and GATE. The lesson includes the following: objectives and learning targets that are aligned with the Common Core Standards detailed lesson plan suggestions of places for students to post their reviews student sample of a mini-review a scaffolded template for writing the review rubric Other Resources You Might Be Interested In: Book Reports: Autobiography/Biography Genre Study Book Report and Speech Book into Movie Project: Compare and Contrast Book Report and Essay Book Jacket Book Report Character Analysis Essay, Gift for a Character Book Report, and Oral Presentation Historical Fiction Genre Study Book Report Historical Fiction Genre Study Literature Circle Project Poetry Book Report Mini-Reviews Book Report Mystery, Thriller, Horror, and Suspense Genre Study Book Report Narrative Nonfiction Genre Study Book Report Project Poetry Book Report Dystopian. Science Fiction, and Fantasy Genre Study Game Board Project Reading Units: Creating Independent Readers in your Middle School Classroom which is available as 1 unit or as individual resources Part 1: What We Do When We Read Part 2: Reading Logs, Setting Goals, and Reflection Part 3: Summary Writing for Short Stories Part 4: Metacognitive Logs: Reading Response Bonus: How to Set Up An Amazing Classroom Library (without Spending Much Money) Google Slide Shows: Characterization: What It Is and How to Develop It Writing with Suspense If you have any questions, please email me at gruenwaldy1@gmail.com
Author Intentional Teaching and Learning
Tags Book Report, Writing A Book Review, Writing Lesson, Reading, Critical Thinking, Expository Writing, Evaluating, Rubric, Scaffolded Template, Sample Review, Book Jacket Book Report
Constructed Response Mini Unit Grades 4-6
ELA, Strategies, Grade 4, 5, 6, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Constructed Response Mini Unit Grades 4-6 Constructed Response Mini Unit Grades 4-6 is a comprehensive teaching resource designed to help children in grades 4, 5, and 6 enhance their skills in constructed responses. This unit is specifically designed around the RACE strategy making it excellent for the beginning of the school year or as a review session before testing season. Key Features: Detailed Five-Day Lesson Plan: The lesson plan covers language arts strategies subject and sub-subjects which gives educators an effective and efficient way to impart knowledge on this topic. These lessons can be conducted with whole groups for collective learning or smaller groups for more focused instruction based upon individual needs. Printable Workbooks: This unit comes complete with printable workbooks giving teachers versatility when it comes to classroom assignments. In addition, there's an included answer key streamlines grading while providing students with an opportunity to analyze their own progress effectively. Digital Resources: Alongside hard copies, there are also digital workbooks allowing technologically savvy educators or those teaching remotely to integrate this material into digital platforms such as Microsoft or Google seamlessly. Included Graphic Organizers : Digital and printable graphic organizers are embedded within these resources—ideal tools for visual learners grappling with complex concepts. This package opens up numerous ways through which educators can deliver instruction - they can use it for direct classroom teaching, small group discussions or even homework assignments thus addressing diverse learning styles of students optimally. It stands out due its flexibility: no matter what mode you choose – physical printouts or virtual learning tools – Constructed Response Mini Unit Grades 4-6 has got you covered!
Author Fairways and Chalkboards
Tags Constructed Response, Mini Unit, RACE Strategy, Lesson Plan, Workbooks
Benjamin Franklin Lapbook and Mini Unit
Social Studies, History, History: USA, Grade 5, 6, 7, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools
The Benjamin Franklin Lapbook and Mini Unit is a 31-page download filled with information about Benjamin Franklin. It is structured in such a way that students can create a lapbook if they cut out on the dotted lines. They can paste their information into a journal or file folder.
Author Creative Learning Connection
Tags Benjamin Franklin, Lapbook Activity, President Printable, President Activity, Inventions Activity
Amelia Earhart : Mini Unit
Social Studies, Biographies, History, History: USA, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools
Amelia Earhart : Mini Unit is a great resource to teach your students about the life and achievements of Amelia Earhart. Included in the file are: Reading sheets covering Earhart's early life, flying achievements, and final journey around the world. Instructions and materials to create either a poster or booklet project. A PowerPoint presentation featuring enlarged readings, images, and movie links. A fun crossword activity which includes the answer key. Image sheets: Including maps showing Amelia Earhart's flight path around the world! Project materials are provided for students to create either a booklet or poster on the life of Amelia Earhart. All needed worksheets are included for students to complete such projects. The file also contains instruction and question sheets, coloring pages, and a PowerPoint presentation. For the booklet or poster project, all expected questions to be answered are included All throughout, this resource is full of information to help guide students through the materials including enlarged reading passages, images, and movie links. All files come in Google Classroom versions which can be easily uploaded to your own website for students to access from home. And also a file with all resources separated so that teachers can access single resources within the whole unit.
Author Mr Gray History
Tags Amelia Earhart, Earhart, Flight Path, Reading Comprehension, Project