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Animal Science Unit | All About Polar Bears | Learning about Animals
Science, Life Sciences, Animals, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools
This resource teaches students everything they need to know about polar bears while strengthening kindergarten through second grade literacy skills ranging from science to reading fluency. Strategically designed for differentiated implementation, the materials transform a spotlight on beloved polar bears into applied opportunities to advance academic abilities across ability levels. Over 200 pages of vibrant printables, activities, games and leveled articles break down complex zoological concepts into engaging sequences suited for emerging learners. Teachers may present the full comprehensive unit or customize preferred components matching specific learning objectives. Robust optionality empowers educators to adapt materials for whole group instruction, literacy circles or independent exploration. While vibrant images and maps ignite initial interest, leveled nonfiction passages, customized writing templates and sorting/matching games systematically cement knowledge on evolution, habitats, life cycles and conservation issues. ELA skills strengthen through accountable talk discussion cards, reading comprehension booklets and journaling templates embracing multiple perspectives from field scientists to the bears themselves. Beyond building academic competencies, the heartwarming narratives and activities nurture empathy and environmental stewardship. Students gain confidence in their growing expertise by curating imaginary museums showcasing original plushie designs, sculptures, dioramas and informational brochures about threats facing polar bear populations in increasingly fragile Arctic terrain. This versatile cross-disciplinary resource reflects best practices from project-based learning to social emotional development. Students across learning styles will thrive while collaborating, creating and reflecting around the beloved frigid dwelling bears through authentic, empowering tasks mimicking real world scientific exploration.
Author Simply Schoolgirl
Tags Zoology, Arctic Animals, Blubber, Animal Adaptations, Marine Mammal, Ocean Predator, Winter , Polar Bear Crafts, Polar Bear Activities, Polar Bear Worksheets
Reading Comprehension Guinea Pigs | Grade 3 Informational Texts
Reading Comprehension, Reading, ELA, Grade 3, 4, Teacher Tools, Worksheets & Printables, Tests, Quizzes and Tests
Reading Comprehension Guinea Pigs | Grade 3 Informational Texts Get a reading comprehension resource for 3rd grade on the topic of Guinea Pigs. What does this resource include? This resource contains 5 informational texts on guinea pig-related topics, each with 5 exercises. These include multiple-choice, true or false, vocabulary, and creative tasks. Each reading passage is unique. The Guinea Pig topics were carefully selected and each passage is accompanied by appropriate graphics. Additionally, answers are provided at the end of the resource to facilitate its use in elementary school. This material helps students develop their reading comprehension skills while also allowing them to gain a deeper understanding of a specific topic through short informational texts. What is it suitable for? The material is suitable for English language arts classes. It is ideally suited for 3rd grade. This material is also suitable for weaker 4th-grade classes or particularly strong 2nd-grade classes. It is suitable for teachers looking for teaching materials that can be used immediately. No tedious adapting or formatting required. Simply print it out and use it directly in class. It is suitable for various teaching formats: - Independent work - test preparation - Literacy centers - Small group instruction - Homework - Reading workshops - Classroom literacy rotations What topics does the reading comprehension cover? 🧭 1 A Guinea Pig Comes Home 🚢 2 Living in Groups 🗺 3 Eating and Chewing 🌎 4 Movement and Space 🚢 5 Understanding Guinea Pigs The material is provided as a PDF file to make it easy to print and use in class. It is part of a larger series. If you like this material, you can explore informational texts on a variety of other topics in my shop that will enrich your lessons. In addition to reading comprehension, I also offer creative writing, math word problems, reading comprehension and reading tests.
Author Smart Learning Classroom
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Tags Reading Comprehension, Grade 3 Reading, Informational Texts, Reading Activities, Reading Passages, Grade 4 Reading, Vocabulary Activities, Animals, Guinea Pigs, Guinea Pig
Needn't Have and Can't Have ESL TEFL Upper Intermediate Lesson Plan
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Grammar, Resources for Teachers, Grade 6, 7, 8, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans, Worksheets & Printables
Our Needn't Have and Can't Have Upper Intermediate Lesson Plan is the essential digital educational resource for passionate educators! This great lesson plan aims to help your students understandf "needn't have" and "can't have" through clear explanations, practical examples, and interactive exercises and activities. This product offers 30 ready-to-print pages that feature a thorough exploration of these crucial grammar topics, as well as a variety of practice activities designed to accommodate diverse learning preferences. The lessons are presented in an eye-catching format that will actively engage your students as they progress in their language skills. As an added bonus, this outstanding resource also provides digital access through Google Apps integration, making it incredibly convenient for those who prefer online teaching methods. And don’t stress about grading – we've got you covered with a comprehensive answer key! The ESL lesson plan includes flashcards, a warmer, grammar rules, exercises, role-play, conversation, writing drill, activity , answers and an extra study that would be good to set as homework. There are 30+ pages and there are teachers notes to guide the teacher.
Author TEAM TEFL
Tags ESL Lesson Plan, Language Arts, Modal Verbs, Expression, Past Participles
All About Block Based Coding | Animated Coding Video Lesson
Science, Technology, Computer Science, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools
Introduce high school students to block-based coding with this 3-minute animated video lesson. Students journey inside a computer to discover what code is and how it powers real-world technology. Viewers learn the basics of coding languages and block coding systems in an engaging, easy-to-understand way. Use this video to kick off a coding unit, help struggling students, or provide extra support to visual learners. Implement it for whole-class instruction, small groups, or as a homework supplement. The vivid images and clear narration aimed at grades 9-12 make foundational computer science concepts stick. Whether for introduction or review, this animated lesson creatively builds coding comprehension.
Author Educational Voice
Tags Science Video, Computer Lesson, Coding Lesson, Computer Science, Block Based Coding
Shapes Mazes (PDF)
ELA, Language Development, Resources for Teachers, Vocabulary, Spelling, ESL, Shapes, Early Math, Math, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Teacher Tools, Centers, Activities, Mazes
Maze Series This maze series is designed for students in grades 2–5. Each set features a clear, kid-friendly theme with scene-based mazes that students first navigate, then complete by drawing a few target words from a simple word list. Pages come in varied styles and graduated difficulty, with an optional “color it in” step—and some themes invite quick calculations to match the task. These mazes are student-friendly, classroom-ready, and perfect for literacy warmups, seasonal units, fast-finisher bins, centers, sub plans, or home learning extensions. The playful, structured format builds problem-solving, attention to detail, and fine-motor control while reinforcing themed content in a motivating way. Note: Unlike many themed products, not all word-list words appear on the maze pages. To support full vocabulary coverage, we’ve released a companion word list you can find in the links section. Shapes Word List 1. Basic Shapes Circle, Square, Triangle, Rectangle, Oval, Star, Heart, Diamond 2. 3D Shapes Cube, Sphere, Cylinder, Cone, Pyramid, Rectangular prism, Hemisphere, Torus 3. Shapes in Everyday Life Wheel, Window, Stop sign, Ball, Pizza slice, Dice, Ice cream cone, Tabletop 4. Describing Shapes Round, Pointy, Flat, Curved, Straight, Symmetrical, Wide, Narrow 5. Fun & Unique Shapes Hexagon, Pentagon, Octagon, Crescent, Trapezoid, Parallelogram, Spiral, Arrow 6. Jobs & Tools Using Shapes Architect, Artist, Engineer, Designer, Carpenter, Mapmaker, Mathematician, Puzzle maker PDF Version Other versions will appear here when available. Follow the store for the lastest on new products. How to Use These Mazes Perfect for: Morning work or early-finisher bins Literacy or STEM centers Holiday/seasonal review lessons Independent stations, sub plans, or take-home enrichment More Shapes Themed Products CROSSWORDS WORD SEARCHES FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE Themed Mazes Links Addition PDF Animals PDF Around the Home PDF Birthday PDF Candy PDF Christmas PDF Cinco de Mayo PDF Clothes PDF Colors PDF Days and Months PDF Division PDF Earth Day PDF Easter PDF Easy Mazes PDF Fall PDF Father's Day PDF Food PDF Geography (Set 1) PDF Geography (Set 2) PDF Geography (Set 3) PDF Graduation PDF Health PDF History (Set 1) PDF History (Set 2) PDF History (Set 3) PDF Human Body PDF Kindness PDF Life Skills PDF Mother's Day PDF Multiplication PDF Science (Set 1) PDF Science (Set 2) PDF Science (Set 3) PDF Shapes PDF Social Skills PDF Spring PDF Sports PDF St. Patrick's Day PDF Subtraction PDF Summer PDF Thanksgiving PDF Transport PDF Valentine's Day PDF Winter PDF Mazes in Depth Structure Each maze is crafted around a focused sub-theme. Students navigate the maze, encountering branches and cul-de-sacs that build attention and planning. Most pages include a tiny follow-up box—students draw or label 2–3 target words from a small word box, add a quick count, or color in the scene—so the activity reinforces both content and skills in a highly engaging format. Each completed set includes: A themed maze page. A simple student instruction strip. An answer key showing the solved path for teacher support or self-checking Themes Included These mazes cover a wide range of fun, age-appropriate themes, including: Seasons & Holidays (e.g., Halloween, Easter, Valentine’s Day) Math-Lite Connections (e.g., quick counts, number words) Everyday Topics (e.g., Animals, Weather, School) Special Units (e.g., Health, Earth Day, Sports, Kindness) Each topic reflects students’ real-life experiences and interests while strengthening problem-solving, visual scanning, and fine-motor control in a playful, highly visual way. Easy extensions (optional): Time it: solve once in pencil, then try to beat the time in pen Retell the route using sequence words (first, next, then, finally) Count intersections or turns and graph the results Write a 1–2 sentence mini-story about the scene using the target words Design a tiny maze in the corner for a partner to solve Differentiation tips: Offer a finger-trace pass before pencils for emerging learners Highlight the borders of the correct region on first attempts Use thicker-line versions or simpler pages to build confidence Pair roles: “navigator” gives directions; “driver” traces the path For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
Author Cored Education
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Tags Vocabulary, Spelling, Basic Shapes, 3D Shapes, Shapes, Math, Describing Shapes, Shape Maze, Mazes, Math Mazes
Adjectives Practice Questions - Grade 3-4 Grammar (Fillable PDF)
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Grammar, Common Core, Resources for Teachers, Grade 3, 4, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Quizzes and Tests, Teacher Tools, Tests, Assessments
Adjectives Grammar Practice Multiple Choice Questions Pack Adjectives Snapshot Title: Parts of Speech: Adjectives Practice Genre: Instructional Nonfiction Subject: Language Arts Primary Topic: identifying and using adjectives in sentences What This Grammar Pack Teaches Best Identifying adjectives in sentence context, including simple descriptive words such as “cheap,” “big,” and “tasty.” Distinguishing among descriptive, demonstrative, and quantitative adjectives using the review sheet and follow-up practice. Building comparison skills through comparative and superlative forms such as “happier,” “busiest,” and “hotter.” Strengthening grammar transfer through multiple task types: choosing adjectives, filling gaps, and correcting forms. Key Learning Goals Students will identify adjectives in complete sentences. Students will distinguish descriptive, demonstrative, and quantitative adjectives. Students will choose adjectives that logically match a noun. Students will form and use comparative and superlative adjectives correctly. Students will correct incorrect adjective forms in sentence practice. Key Vocabulary (teach before starting the tests) descriptive — tells what kind of something. demonstrative — points out which one. quantitative — tells how many or how much. modifies — adds information to a word. indefinite — not exact or specific. Common Core Alignment CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.3.1.A — Explain the function of adjectives in general and their functions in particular sentences. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.3.1.G — Form and use comparative and superlative adjectives. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE Adjectives Overview: Includes: Identifying Adjectives Gap Filling Comparatives Superlatives Additional Practice FILLABLE PDF VERSION Worksheet-style pages, but with type-in answer boxes so students can complete and save their work digitally. Other versions are available in the links list below or in the full catalog. For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple. CATLOG NOW HOSTS MORE THAN 2000 PRODUCTS WITH A VALUE OF OVER $1000. WITH 5 NEW PRODUCTS RELEASED EVERYDAY MAKE SURE TO FOLLOW AND LOOK OUT FOR CATALOG UPDATES EVERY MONDAY.
Author Cored Education
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Tags Elementary, Answers, Ccss, Common Core, Grammar, Tests, Test Prep, Assessment, Grade 3, Grade 4
Prevention, Recycling & Conservation Gr. 5-8
Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Environmental Science, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Prevention, Recycling & Conservation Gr. 5-8: A Key Teaching Resource This teaching tool is designed to deepen students' understanding of sustainable practices and environmental conservation. It expertly brings together theory and practice for Grade 5 to Grade 8 learners depicting a real-life approach to science. An Invitation for Active Participation Intelligence-driven, this material invites students' active participation emphasizing that the battle for Earth's preservation begins with them. Sustainable Learning Experiences In-depth explanations on waste prevention methods and environmental problem-solving. Promotes creativity through innovative recycling management within their community. Harnesses practical knowledge by providing hands-on opportunities like building a classroom compost system. Inclusion of fun activities such as word search and crossword puzzles supporting vocabulary building! A Focus on Water Safety & Independent Research Skills The resource includes critical information about water safety - where it comes from and how it should be conserved. Also encourages developing independent research skills through Internet-based assignments such as creating green business guides or reporting specifically about greenhouse gases. All-Inclusive Teaching Toolkit in PDF Format! The downloadable PDF file comes with: Ready-to-use lesson plans:Fulfilling Bloom's Taxonomy and STEAM objectives aimed at various Environmental Science classes or any course addressing global issues User-friendly evaluation tools:Simplified student assessments like comprehension quizzes coupled with an answer key. The package has everything you need to equip your students with eco-conscious knowledge, outlining the future's biggest battles! Make learning fun while unraveling the complexities of our fragile ecosystems and creating eco-conscious global citizens.
Author Classroom Complete Press
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U.S. Representative Doris Matsui (CA - 7th) BIO PPT
Social Studies, History, History: USA, Government, Not Grade Specific, Teacher Tools, Presentations
Introducing a biography PowerPoint resource on U.S. Representative Doris Matsui. This 46-page PDF covers Matsui's background, career, and accomplishments as the Representative for California's 7th congressional district since 2005. Teachers can use this resource to help students learn about the life and political service of Rep. Matsui. It details key information like Matsui's birthdate, education, elected offices held, and achievements in improving infrastructure, technology access, flood protection, and health services in her district. Presented chronologically, the content aids student comprehension and can supplement Government, Social Studies, and History lessons on Congress members and women in politics. Implement as an introductory lesson or independent research prompt in middle and high school classrooms.
Author Mr. Matthews Teacher Store
Tags Matsui Biography, U.S. Representative Resource, Congress Member, Women Politicians, American Government, Social Studies
I WONDER - Can Elephants Jump | Animated Video Lesson
STEM, Animals, Life Sciences, Science, Biology, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools
Video Introduction Animal kingdoms are full of fascinating wonders to learn. This video is designed for the students to learn more about animals in different countries. I WONDER - Can Elephants Jump | Animated Video Lesson Do you like animals? what is your favorite one? Do you own a pet? If yes, tell us more about it, like what its name? And what do you like most about it? What are the animal kingdoms? Can you write down the characteristics of each animal class like mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibian, fish and mollusks. Do you know that some animals can sing, can you name any of them? What is the largest and the smallest mammal in the world? What is the largest and the smallest bird in the world? What is the largest and the smallest fish in the world? I WONDER - Can Elephants Jump | Animated Video Lesson The video is perfect for encouraging the researching skills for the students, while learning more about these fantastic animals. I WONDER - Can Elephants Jump | Animated Video Lesson This friendly designed video is suitable for students at school, homeschooling, and as a group activity. Format Available in MP4 format.
Author Educational Voice
Tags Can Elephants Jump, Can Elephants Jump Video, Elephants, Elephant, Elephants Facts, Elephants Facts For Kids, Elephants Video, Elephants Video For Kids, Elephant Facts, Elephant Video
Canadian Trees & The Urban Forest Gr. 4-6
Social Studies, History, History: Canada, Grade 4, 5, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Canadian Trees & The Urban Forest Gr. 4-6 This resource is carefully designed to engage students in Grades 4 through 6 with an interesting, hands-on study about trees, focusing primarily on Canadian urban forests. The lessons tie in closely with Social Studies content related to the history of Canada. Overview: An exploration of urban forests – regions populated mostly by human-cultured trees that do not occur naturally. The importance and uses of these artificial tree populations. Skill development for identifying local tree varieties. A historical look into Canadian forest disease events such as the Dutch Elm Disease including its origins, spread across Canada and preventive measures for today. Engaging Activities: This set of educational lessons comes packed with engaging activities including: Crossword puzzles, interactive fun capturing their interest, Word searches, engaging their minds while learning new terms, Colouring pages, a creative outlet that amplifies learning retention. Packaged to offer classroom implementation flexibility: You have three choices at your disposal: Instruct the whole class together, Split students into smaller groups for cooperative work, Set tasks individually as homework assignments –emphasising methods best suited for your students. Simplicity and Smart Organisation: The material contains one PDF file paired with an answer key adjacent to each activity section facilitating easy access without hunting down solutions therefore offering not just insightful content but simplicity too! In Summary - 'Canadian Trees & The Urban Forest Gr. 4-6': This resource presents a fun, informative learning experience. All the while offering efficient planning assistance easing teachers’ relentless daily schedules!
Author Classroom Complete Press
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Defining Words Practice Vocabulary Grade 5-6 (Presentable PDF)
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Common Core, Resources for Teachers, Vocabulary, Grade 5, 6, 7, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Quizzes and Tests, Teacher Tools, Tests, Assessments
Defining Words Grammar Practice MCQS Snapshot Title: Defining Words . Genre: Instructional workbook / practice worksheets . Subject: Reading / Language Arts . Primary Topic: matching words and precise definitions accurately . Estimated Guided Reading Level (A–Z): Not applicable for a worksheet packet . What This Teaches Best Builds vocabulary knowledge by asking students to match words to meanings and meanings to words across four worksheets. Strengthens precision with academic language through close distractors such as vague/vagrant/plain and sinister/sincere/sinistral . Gives repeated practice with reference-style word study, including abstract, descriptive, and domain-specific terms. Supports independent practice and quick checking because the packet includes an example sheet and answer keys. Learning Goals Students will choose the correct definition for a grade-level vocabulary word. Students will select the best word to match a stated meaning. Students will distinguish between similar-looking answer choices. Students will explain why one vocabulary choice is more precise than the others. Students will build confidence with unfamiliar academic words through repeated practice. Key Vocabulary From the Text subjacent — lying underneath something. forethought — careful planning before something happens. sinister — seeming evil or threatening. universally — by everyone; without exception. evaporation — turning liquid into vapor. Common Core Alignment (if applicable) CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.4.4 / L.5.4 / L.6.4 / L.7.4 — determining or clarifying the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words fits the packet’s core task of matching words and definitions. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.4.6 / L.5.6 / L.6.6 / L.7.6 — acquiring and using grade-appropriate general academic vocabulary also aligns directly with the packet’s focus on word knowledge. Defining Words Overview: Matching Words to Definition Matching Definition to Words Accurately Defining Meanings More Defining Word Practice PRESENTABLE PDF VERSION Run it like a slide show straight from a PDF, with no PowerPoint or extra software needed, just open, project, and teach. Other versions are available in the links list below or in the full catalog. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE
Author Cored Education
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Tags Elementary, Answers, Ccss, Common Core, Tests, Test Prep, Assessment, Grade 5, Grade 6, Vocabulary
Worry Wizards: Small/Whole Group Curriculum | Anxiety Lesson Plans
Special Resources, Life Skills, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools
Worry Wizards: Small/Whole Group Curriculum | Anxiety Lesson Plans is a 100-page resource that will prepare you with all the tools you need to support your students with their anxiety. This curriculum can be conducted with small groups or whole groups. You will receive: - 10 lesson plans - Parent letters - Activity resources - Self-assessments - Digital resources This curriculum is designed for a small group called “Worry Wizards” that aims to empower students to understand anxiety and learn strategies to support anxious thoughts. It could be used with a whole group but would be better in small groups. This group is ideal for students who may be struggling with anxiety. A suggested timeline would be meeting once a week for 30 minutes for approximately 10 weeks (although could range from 8-14 depending on your students and time allotted). Ideally groups will be limited to 4-6 students. While each lesson has a suggested Coping Strategy and 2 Minute Game, facilitators can easily exchange these with other activities provided to best fit the needs of their group.
Author Kindergarten Cafe
Tags Whole Group Curriculum, Small Group Curriculum, Anxiety Lesson Plan, Anxiety Work Curriculum, Class Structure
Hands-On - Physical Science: Light and Sound Gr. 1-5
Science, Physics, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Hands-On Physical Science: Light and Sound Gr. 1-5 This exclusive teaching resource is designed to arouse the curiosity of your students about the fascinating world of energy and motion. This educational treasure is a comprehensive fusion of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM), keeping up with Next Generation Science Standards. A Special Focus on "Light and Sound" We offer an in-depth chapter dedicated to "Light and Sound," designed to engage pupils in grades 1 through 5. The primary aim here is to impart a deep understanding of balanced vs unbalanced forces. Activities include practical experiences such as observing how gravity affects different objects dropped at varied heights or measuring the distance of lightning using sound. Group Activities: Engages students with model-making sessions for water waves, sound waves and light waves reinforcing theoretical learning. Fascinating Electricity Experiments: Learning about static electricity becomes exciting with activities involving magic tricks like making balloons stick on walls! Educational Tools Included This resource comes packed with tools such as reading passages and graphic organizers that aid comprehension before you delve into new topics. Pre-Reading Exercises:: These help in understanding forthcoming topics better. Cumulative Assessments :: After each fun-filled learning session comes detailed assessments reflecting their grasp on each topic. Innovative Descriptions:: Students learn challenging concepts like solids liquids or gases through relatable home-based examples; thus aiding their memory retention coupled with enjoyment! In addition, student’s creativity gets fueled when they utilize what they’ve learned by collaboratively creating compound machinery; spurring teamwork while improving learning effectively! This superlative lesson plan facilitates experiential learning, bringing classrooms alive one experiment at a time! It comes as a PDF file type that ensures it's easily accessible across various digital devices making it convenient for educators and homeschooling parents alike. Whether you're offering this material to your entire class, assigning them as small group activities or even giving them out as unique homework assignments – Hands-On Physical Science: Light and Sound Gr. 1-5, is an essential addition to your teaching resources!
Author Classroom Complete Press
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Task Initiation & Micro-Step Breakdown
Life Studies, Career, Leadership, Physical Education, P.E. & Health, Mental Health, Mindfulness, Resources for Teachers, Science, Classroom Management, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Teacher Tools, Worksheets & Printables, Workbooks, Worksheets, Word Searches, Assessments, Lesson Plans, Quizzes and Tests, Quizzes, Tests
Are your students or kids stuck with a blank page due to a large assignment? Do they know how to do the assignment but can’t figure out the best way to jump into it? This is not because of laziness—this is an example of a breakdown in Task Initiation, which is one of the key executive functions of the brain. Support your students to move from being passive and procrastinating to becoming active creators of their success with our comprehensive neuroscience-based curriculum. This 42-page instructional manual and workbook supports creating a step-by-step strategy to overcome your student's brain's resistance to getting started with completing tasks. By applying the principles of cognitive offloading and granular sequencing, this manual and workbook will provide you with the ultimate guide to how to accomplish your goals. This resource is designed for teachers, parents, school counselors, and executive function coaches to support helping to create lifelong habits, build confidence in school, and decrease the anxiety and stress associated with homework. Contents of this 42-page document. The Neuroscience Guide (Part 1) (The “Why”) The neuroscience of procrastination. Easy-to-understand explanations for the science of procrastination (brain science) include energy, limbic friction, activation energy, time blindness, etc. Real-life examples of the science from students and short quizzes to test knowledge and understanding. The Student Workbook (Part 2) (The “How”) 10 in-depth printed worksheets provide a complete scaffolded framework for developing executive function. Actionable Steps: Deconstruct larger projects into small tasks, identify and eliminate friction, create a five-minute launchpad, master micro steps, create an executive execution ladder, eliminate distractions, and create empathy for your future self. Capstone Project: A master blueprint for a major project using taught strategies. Part Three: Visual & Teacher/Parent Resources (The “Tools”) Three Strong Visual Supports: Printables and classroom appropriate anchor charts will give students' cognitive relief through visual representation of how to use their brain there are three charts to choose from (The Anatomy of Task Paralysis, The Micro-Step Bridge, The Task Activation Loop). Complete Answer Key: An answer key for all ten student worksheets so that teachers can provide students with a comprehensive answer key. Teacher Implementation Guide: A detailed scripted guide on how to introduce these concepts and protocols such as the “Body Double” technique. Differentiation for Neurodivergent Learners: A separate section for specific, powerful strategies for students with ADHD, ASD, and Dyslexia. Not only is this a study skills printable, but it is a powerful cognitive resource that helps students understand themselves so that they may use the resources available to them to work more efficiently with their brain, rather than against it. Keywords: Executive Functioning, Study Skills, Procrastination, Task Initiation, ADHD Support, Neurodiversity, SEL, Middle School, High School, Printable Workbook, Digital Download, Homework Help, Time Management, Metacognition, Growth Mindset, Resources for Teachers, Resources for School Counselors, Parent Guide. What Makes It Busy and Maternal/School Parent-Friendly : Based on Neuroscience (not-created based off "Shame"): It regards procrastination as a normal neurological event, not an individual's defect nor character flaw. This removes guilt associated with procrastination by providing students with a "hacker" mindset to achieve the best outcome for their situation based on the wiring of their brains. Has Actionable, Step-By-Step Tools: Instead of vague and subjective statements like “just break it down,” this curriculum focuses on rigorous, rigorous sequencing (providing valuable resource worksheets/checklists) and concrete ways that a student can apply the information immediately. Targets Neurodivergent Learners: The section on differentiation for ADHD, ASD and Dyslexia students is a must-have addition to any inclusive classroom and will meet needs of all parents with children needing specific support; therefore, it is an extremely "valuable" and "highly-valuable" resource. Develops Lifelong Skills (beyond a one-time project): In addition to a single project, skills presented include metacognition, self-regulation, and planning—all important life-skills needed to continue and succeed throughout high school, college and after. The primary target audience is middle school students (6th-8th grade). The multiple case studies included (6th, 8th grade), the reorganization of the prefrontal cortex and task characteristics align directly with this group. The second target audience is upper elementary (4th-5th Grade) and high school (9th-12th Grade). As stated in the "Visuals & Teacher Keys" section: "(Grade 4-8)". The concepts provided are foundational and lend themselves readily to alteration, both upwards and downwards. High school students with executive functioning issues, especially those diagnosed with ADHD, would see tremendous benefit from this resource. Copyright Notice: This book was copyrighted by Syed Hammad Rizvi. This resource is available for personal use in a single-classroom setting only and cannot be changed (modifications), No part of this book can be shared, sold, or posted on the Internet to be found or downloaded by the public. Please note that if you wish to share this resource with others (teachers), you must buy additional licenses (a fee) from Teachsimple. Thank you for your cooperation in following these terms of usage. This product has been brought to you with pride by Syed Hammad Rizvi.
Author Creative Book Store
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Tags Procrastination, Motivation, StudySkills, TimeManagement, Organization, Neuroscience, ADHD, GrowthMindset, ExecutiveFunctioning, TaskInitiation
Growing Minds in Science #2: Lessons for Stimulating Thinking
, Grade 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Growing Minds in Science #2: Lessons for Stimulating Thinking Is an advantageous teaching resource designed with the purpose to ignite young innovative thought and a love for science. Students from grades 4 through 8 will benefit from these enriching lessons, which promote not just conceptual understanding of crucial scientific principles, but also stimulate systematic thinking. Aims This package aims to encourage students to take part in their learning journey and develop an active interest in science. This set revolves around activities honing the vital skills of forming hypotheses, generating questions, classifying items among other things. What makes this product unique? Encourages multi-level engagement by catering individually to each student’s needs based on different levels of involvement. No need for stress figuring out ways it can be used; as there are pre-planned guides provided for each lesson that offers useful instructions easing preparation anxieties for teachers or homeschoolers trying to find new ways of presenting scientific concepts. Can be utilized not just as a whole group lesson plan but also breaks down into smaller group activities without losing its comprehensive nature. Its versatility extends beyond classroom instruction; assignments found within are thoroughly suitable as homework tasks. All onto a single digitized pad! The PDF format comes with 11 pages filled with enriching content that's ready to be printed at your convenience. Whether you're looking for something that instills a questioning mindset integral towards scientific discovery or raising a classroom full of future organic chemists and astrophysicists—this thoughtful resource could very well serve as your launching pad towards their successful futures. Growing Minds in Science #2: Lessons for Stimulating Thinking prides itself on making the process fun while carving channels deeper curiosity and knowledge expansion necessary all budding scientists today!
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags Critical Thinking, Science Lessons, Science Activities, Forming A Hypothesis, Teacher Guide
26 ALPHABET ILLUSTRATIONS | ANIMAL THEMED
ELA, Language Development, Vocabulary, Spelling, Special Resources, Resources for Teachers, Early Learning, Elementary, Homeschool Resources, Not Grade Specific, Pre-K, Classroom Decor, Teacher Tools, Worksheets & Printables
26 ALPHABET ILLUSTRATIONS | ANIMAL THEMED THIS RESOURCE HAVE 26 FANTASTIC ILLUSTRATIONS OF EACH LETTER OF THE ALPHABET. INTRODUCTION: At EDITORIAL ARENAS EDUCATIVAS our goal is to create engaging and effective educational resources that help children learn and grow. We invite you to explore our full store and discover a wide range of materials. You'll find resources for reading, writing, math, and Spanish language development! MAIN DESCRIPTION: 1) What is the main objective of this resource? As is known, the development of these resources primarily seeks to help our students around the world learn a variety of topics better and in a much more fun way. 2) What types of activities or content does this document include? This type of document contains educational activities, all specially designed to be developed and understood in an easy and educational way. 3) How can this material support children's learning or development? This material will help our students learn in an educational way. It will support your students by guiding them in a much more playful way to achieve easy and rapid learning. 4) What specific skills are developed using this resource? Students will be able to develop their attention, concentration, creativity, and imagination skills. It will also allow students to develop their cognitive skills such as comprehension, analysis, and others. SECONDARY OR EXTRA INFORMATION: 1) What main topic does the resource cover? This document has been developed to address a basic topic that children in kindergarten through elementary school should master. This document will also be helpful to the general public who want to learn. 2) What version does this document correspond to? This educational resource is designed in PDF format, which will make your download experience much simpler and easier to use. 3) Is the material designed in color or black and white? This document has been designed in color (if required) or is sometimes created in black and white to make your learning experience easier. 4) What age range is appropriate for this resource? Our publishing company is dedicated to creating resources for young children between the ages of 3 and 12, as well as for older students or anyone who needs them. 5) What keywords best describe this resource? We can tag this product with keywords such as: teaching resource, resources, materials, teaching materials, worksheets, educational worksheets, worksheets for children.
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The Modern World
Social Studies, History, History: World, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
The Modern World The Modern World is a comprehensive digital educational resource designed to guide students on a historical journey from the end of World War II to the present day. This extensive package covers pivotal events such as post-war reconstruction in Europe, the start of the Cold War, space exploration and impactful technological discoveries. Students using this material will engage with the important contributions made by influential figures like Mahatma Gandhi, Nikita Khrushchev and Mikhail Gorbachev, alongside noteworthy U.S. Presidencies from Harry Truman through Bill Clinton. These deep dives into historical icons help provide an understanding of their significant influence on our contemporary world. Unique Features of The Modern World Engaging map exercises Riveting review questions that promote critical thinking skills. A single product file for practical access, making it an invaluable teaching tool. Suitable for Grade 7 up to Grade 12 learners studying Social Studies or focusing on world history deeply. This curriculum offers an excellent balance between teaching historical knowledge and nurturing vital analytical thinking abilities essential for academic success across subjects. It can easily adapt to various teaching settings-from lively class discussions or within breakout sessions. It could even serve as learning material over holiday periods or part of homework assignments encouraging independent study at home. Note: All lesson plans come conveniently packaged in a PDF file format which makes it easy for teachers to upload onto preferred educational systems or print if paper-based activities better suit their style in class engagement. Remember: Each student has potential; give them these vibrant fibers from our past so they may weave future successes with The Modern World!</p
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I WONDER - Where Did Velociraptors Live | Animated Video Lesson
Animals, Life Sciences, Science, History: Ancient, History, Social Studies, History: World, Grade 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools
Video Introduction An amazing video designed for the students to learn more about dinosaurs in different countries. I WONDER - Where Did Velociraptors Live | Animated Video Lesson Do you like dinosaurs? what is your favorite one? Do you own a pet? If yes, tell us more about it, like what its name? And what do you like most about it? Do you think that your pet has been evolved from a dinosaur? Can you write down the characteristics of your favourite dinosaur like it's shape, their rivals, where did it use to live and what was their favourite food? What is the largest and the smallest dinosaur that ever found? Why is the T-rex is so famous? Have you ever read any interesting facts about it? Can you name any of the carnivores or herbivores dinosaurs? I WONDER - Where Did Velociraptors Live | Animated Video Lesson The video is perfect for encouraging the researching skills for the students, while learning more about dinosaurs. I WONDER - Where Did Velociraptors Live | Animated Video Lesson This friendly designed video is suitable for students at school, homeschooling, and as a group activity. Format Available in MP4 format.
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Tags Where Did Velociraptors Live, Where Did Velociraptors Live Video, Velociraptors, Velociraptor, Velociraptors Facts, Velociraptors Video, Velociraptors Facts For Kids, Velociraptors Video For Kids
Chief Joseph Surrenders: History Speaks . . .
Social Studies, History, History: USA, Grade 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Chief Joseph Surrenders: History Speaks Teaching Resource The Chief Joseph Surrenders: History Speaks teaching resource offers a compelling educational tool for teaching U.S. history, specifically designed for Grades 4 through 8 focusing on Social Studies. Focusing on Chief Joseph's Poignant Story The resource narrows down to the captivating story of Chief Joseph and his Nez Perce tribe. It intricately tells the detailed account of their brave stand against government forces aiming at displacing them from their ancestral land, culminating in Chief Joseph's touching surrender speech - a pure masterpiece in American history. Detailed Historical Context: The lesson is rich in historical details providing an immersive learning experience. Different Perspectives: Students see through the eyes of a noble leader during times of significant adversity. Captivating Episode: Dive into an unforgettable episode with timeless lessons about survival and dignity during challenging times. A Unique Teaching Resource Beyond Lesson Plan This effective education tool assists educators to create intriguing learning environments that ignite curiosity about past events while enhancing learners' understanding and appreciation for U.S. history by offering: Suitable for whole-group activities or small group discussions promoting collaborative learning and critical thinking skills development. Presentation as PDF file for easy accessibility whenever needed within your curriculum timeline. Possibility to be part of classroom instruction or homework reading assignment encouraging deeper knowledge acquisition at self-paced intervals. In conclusion, "Chief Joseph Surrenders: History Speaks" stands out as an invaluable addition to any Social Studies class aimed at engaging young minds on significant historical occurrences.
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"Immigration" Civic Literacy Essay Week 30,
Social Studies, ELA, History, History: USA, Writing, Grade 10, 11, 12, Teacher Tools, Assessments
We're proud to present our comprehensive educational source: Immigration Civic Literacy Essay Week 30. This resource is optimized for grade 11 students tackling the New York State Regents US History and Government course. It provides an engaging examination of the United States' immigration history. Core Features of this Resource: A version of an essay prompt for students, together with a teacher's edition complete with framework references and source citations. The official New York State grading rubric that will streamline evaluation and guidance efforts by educators. Bonus Feature: Three online auto-corrected stimulus-based multiple choice activities on Frameworks units relevant to this essay on InnovationAssessments.com. Access codes provided upon purchase. The Immigration Civic Literacy Essay Week 30 allows teachers to use authentic primary sources including historic immigration policy acts, information ads from various time periods in American history, political cartoons expressing social sentiments about newcomers, and personal transcripts recounting stories of immigration experiences. Suggested Usage: This teaching aid can be utilized effectively every ten weeks throughout the academic year towards nurturing strong civic literacy skills using authentic historical texts. It can be integrated into whole group instruction or implemented in small groups — even as homework assignment material outside class hours! Note: This product purchase amounts to sole access for single classroom usage by purchaser only. A strict non-sharing policy applies. Included Subjects & Formats The subjects covered by our Immigration Civic Literacy Essay Week 30 span across Social Studies (focus areas include USA History) along with improvement exercises through Writing tasks. This tool's flexibility caters effectively to diverse learning environments; it is delivered entirely in conveniently accessible PDF format, adapitable for both digital use and print-outs.
Author Innovation Assessments LLC
Tags Immigration, Civic Literacy, US History, Primary Sources, Essay, Immigration Essay Topics
Life Skills Maze: 1 Page Sample (PDF)
ELA, Language Development, Vocabulary, Spelling, ESL, Resources for Teachers, Life Skills, Special Resources, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Teacher Tools, Centers, Activities, Mazes
THIS IS A ONE PAGE SAMPLE OF A SIX PAGE MAZE DOWNLOAD FULL SIX MAZE DOWNLOAD INFORMATION: Maze Series This maze series is designed for students in grades 2–5. Each set features a clear, kid-friendly theme with scene-based mazes that students first navigate, then complete by drawing a few target words from a simple word list. Pages come in varied styles and graduated difficulty, with an optional “color it in” step—and some themes invite quick calculations to match the task. These mazes are student-friendly, classroom-ready, and perfect for literacy warmups, seasonal units, fast-finisher bins, centers, sub plans, or home learning extensions. The playful, structured format builds problem-solving, attention to detail, and fine-motor control while reinforcing themed content in a motivating way. Note: Unlike many themed products, not all word-list words appear on the maze pages. To support full vocabulary coverage, we’ve released a companion word list you can find in the links section. Life Skills Word List 1. Being Responsible Chores, Listen, Help, Clean, Safe, Work, Try, Plan 2. Daily Routines Wake, Dress, Eat, Brush, Pack, Wash, Sleep, Rest 3. Social Skills Share, Wait, Ask, Say, Kind, Polite, Friend, Smile 4. Problem Solving Think, Fix, Try, Ask, Choice, Learn, Plan, Strong 5. Money and Shopping Money, Save, Spend, Shop, Price, Coin, Bill, Earn 6. Safety Skills Stop, Look, Listen, Helmet, Seatbelt, Cross, Hot, Help PDF Version Other versions will appear here when available. Follow the store for the lastest on new products. How to Use These Mazes Perfect for: Morning work or early-finisher bins Literacy or STEM centers Holiday/seasonal review lessons Independent stations, sub plans, or take-home enrichment More Life Skills Themed Products CROSSWORDS WORD SEARCHES FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE Themed Mazes Links Addition PDF Animals PDF Around the Home PDF Birthday PDF Candy PDF Christmas PDF Cinco de Mayo PDF Clothes PDF Colors PDF Days and Months PDF Division PDF Earth Day PDF Easter PDF Easy Mazes PDF Fall PDF Father's Day PDF Food PDF Geography (Set 1) PDF Geography (Set 2) PDF Geography (Set 3) PDF Graduation PDF Health PDF History (Set 1) PDF History (Set 2) PDF History (Set 3) PDF Human Body PDF Kindness PDF Life Skills PDF Mother's Day PDF Multiplication PDF Science (Set 1) PDF Science (Set 2) PDF Science (Set 3) PDF Shapes PDF Social Skills PDF Spring PDF Sports PDF St. Patrick's Day PDF Subtraction PDF Summer PDF Thanksgiving PDF Transport PDF Valentine's Day PDF Winter PDF Mazes in Depth Structure Each maze is crafted around a focused sub-theme. Students navigate the maze, encountering branches and cul-de-sacs that build attention and planning. Most pages include a tiny follow-up box—students draw or label 2–3 target words from a small word box, add a quick count, or color in the scene—so the activity reinforces both content and skills in a highly engaging format. Each completed set includes: A themed maze page. A simple student instruction strip. An answer key showing the solved path for teacher support or self-checking Themes Included These mazes cover a wide range of fun, age-appropriate themes, including: Seasons & Holidays (e.g., Halloween, Easter, Valentine’s Day) Math-Lite Connections (e.g., quick counts, number words) Everyday Topics (e.g., Animals, Weather, School) Special Units (e.g., Health, Earth Day, Sports, Kindness) Each topic reflects students’ real-life experiences and interests while strengthening problem-solving, visual scanning, and fine-motor control in a playful, highly visual way. Easy extensions (optional): Time it: solve once in pencil, then try to beat the time in pen Retell the route using sequence words (first, next, then, finally) Count intersections or turns and graph the results Write a 1–2 sentence mini-story about the scene using the target words Design a tiny maze in the corner for a partner to solve Differentiation tips: Offer a finger-trace pass before pencils for emerging learners Highlight the borders of the correct region on first attempts Use thicker-line versions or simpler pages to build confidence Pair roles: “navigator” gives directions; “driver” traces the path For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
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Tags Vocabulary, Spelling, Life Skills, Daily Routines, Social Skills, Problem Solving, Safety Skills, Life Skills Mazes, Maze, Mazes
I WONDER - What Is A Star | Animated Video Lesson
Space, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Science, Grade 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools
Video Introduction An amazing video designed for the students to learn more about space facts. I WONDER - What Is A Star | Animated Video Lesson Do you like reading about space? If yes, what is your favorite topic? What do you know about our solar system? What is the smallest planet in our solar system? What is the biggest planet in our solar system? What is the hottest planet in our solar system? And what is the coldest one? Do you think there are aliens? If yes, what do you think they look like? What do they eat and how they speak to each other? Where do they live? What is a galaxy? And what is a milky way? Have you recently saw a shooting star? If yes, tell us more about it, like when did it happen and where? What is a blackhole? Can a blackhole gets bigger by time? Do you like counting the stars? What do you think a star is made of? I WONDER - What Is A Star | Animated Video Lesson The video is perfect for encouraging the researching skills for the students, while learning more about the fantastic space. I WONDER - What Is A Star | Animated Video Lesson This friendly designed video is suitable for students at school, homeschooling, and as a group activity. Format Available in MP4 format.
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Tags What Is A Star, What Is A Star Video, Star, Star Facts, Stars, Star Facts For Kids, Stars Video, Stars Video For Kids, Space, Space Video For Kids
Free Science Phase Changes Vocabulary Interactive Review
Science, Basic Science, Chemistry, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Environmental Science, Grade 7, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Phase Changes Vocabulary Words to Review and Reinforce Definitions of the 7TH Grade Science curriculum . Students will learn and practice terms through definitions and characteristics. The engaging activity promotes collaboration and class discussion as students review terms definitions, and more with multiple visuals and learning formats like multiple choice questions, memory games, hang-man, and others. This versatile resource can be used for whole-group instruction, small-group practice, or independent work, just practice the words and then review them by choosing the correct one, it will self-correct you until you choose the correct answer Practice your Vocabulary with this Free Interactive Game Introduce young learners to a variety of visuals with this entertaining digital game. Students will see the names and images of different words and definitions; exercising visual memory and concentration. This self-checking activity can be played independently or as a whole class game projected on a smartboard. The vibrant slideshow stimulates engagement while building construction classification skills. students will build their knowledge of important terms and definitions while having fun playing games. This activity stimulates intelligence, builds concentration, reinforces letter recognition, improves spelling and pronunciation, and engagingly expands vocabulary. It's a perfect supplement for your lesson. Check our shop, material, and products for more interactive construction vocabulary reviews covering other topics like human microbiome, metabolism, and more grade levels in science and Spanish language arts. Download this versatile 24-slide PowerPoint today!
Author ShapeUp-N-Matematicas y Lenguaje
Tags SCIENCE, Scientific Argument, Phase Changes, Matter States, Solid, Liquid, Gas, Molecule Attraction, Temperature, Freedom Movement
Florida (FAST) ELA Practice Test for Grade 4
ELA, Grade 4, Assessments, Teacher Tools, Tests, Quizzes and Tests, Worksheets & Printables
Florida (FAST) ELA Practice Test for Grade 4 Need a Florida FAST Grade 4 ELA Reading practice test that truly mirrors the real exam? This full-length FAST ELA practice test with answer key and student answer sheet helps students build stamina, master standards, and feel confident on test day. What’s Included ✅ Full 38-question Grade 4 ELA practice test (literary, informational, poetry) ✅ Student answer sheet for realistic test simulation ✅ Teacher guide + complete answer key with explanations ✅ Florida B.E.S.T. standards alignment (ELA.4.R.1, ELA.4.R.2, ELA.4.R.3, ELA.4.V.1) ✅ Multiple question types: MC, EBSR, multi-select ✅ Printable, no-prep format How It Works in the Classroom This Florida FAST ELA Reading practice test Grade 4 is designed to replicate real testing conditions: Use as a full-length mock FAST exam (90 minutes) Assign for test prep, review, or assessment days Break into sections for centers or small group instruction Use answer key for data tracking and reteaching Perfect for sub plans or independent work The realistic format and included answer sheet help students practice bubbling, pacing, and endurance. Standards & Learning Goals Aligned to Florida B.E.S.T. Standards, including: 📘 ELA.4.R.1 – Literary elements, theme, and point of view 📗 ELA.4.R.2 – Informational text structure and central idea 📙 ELA.4.R.3 – Figurative language and comparing texts ✏️ ELA.4.V.1 – Vocabulary, morphology, and context clues Students will practice: Identifying theme, central idea, and text structure Answering evidence-based questions (EBSR) Analyzing figurative language and tone Comparing ideas across multiple genres Why Teachers Love It ⭐ No prep—just print and go ⭐ Mirrors real FAST format for authentic test practice ⭐ Builds confidence with rigorous, standards-aligned questions ⭐ Includes detailed answer key for easy grading and reteaching ⭐ Supports data-driven instruction and progress monitoring Make test prep stress-free with this Florida FAST Grade 4 ELA Reading practice test . Give your students the practice they need to succeed—download today and boost confidence before test day!
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Tags Florida, Fast, State Test, Ela, Reading Comprehension, Test Prep, Figurative Language