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The Importance of Bees Reading Comprehension Article
Science, Life Sciences, Biology, Grade 8, 9, 10, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
The Importance of Bees Reading Comprehension Article This resource is a masterstroke for educators aiming to embed scientific concepts into their curriculum and enhance reading comprehension skills. Main Focus: Understanding the significance of bees in our ecosystem. Details about bee anatomy, role as decorators and keepers of our planet, honey production process. Insightful discussions on conservation efforts to secure the survival of bees. Usefulness: This tool is perfect for whole group instruction or small group discussions in classrooms or assigned as engaging homework activities for independent learning. It conforms with both in-person classroom formats and distance learning setups, thanks to its compatibility with Google Classroom. Editability:(Fully editable nature) A standout feature ensuring flexibility based on specific classroom needs without any formatting worries! Included Activities: Literacy skill development Extension activities for advanced learners Provisioning extra credit possibilities Evaluation of student progress via time-considerate tasks (50-75 minutes completion time) Interactive Queries Include : An array of knowledge-based questions pulled from the article, Rounded comprehension questions, Diverse connection-related exercises, Critical thinking stimulating open-ended inquiries. Note: The resource comes immersive with answer keys facilitating swift assessment of student understanding. Whether handled through face-to-face or remote instructions! This versatile teaching aid - 'The Importance of Bees Reading Comprehension Article', is the ultimate teaching resource to enhance students' academic abilities in an engaged, educational and eco-conscious way.
Author Teach With Fergy
Tags Bees, Ecosystem, Conservation, Honey Production, Literacy
The Executive Mastery Framework A Developmentally Scaffolding
STEM, Special Resources, Life Skills, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Special Education Needs (SEN), Science, Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 9, 10, 11, Worksheets & Printables, Flashcards, Workbooks, Worksheets, Word Problems, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans, Quizzes and Tests, Quizzes, Tests
The Executive Mastery Framework: A Developmentally Scaffolding Curriculum for Neurodiverse Learners "In The Executive Mastery Framework: A Developmentally Scaffolding Curriculum for Neurodiverse Learners," you will find a digital workbook, guide for educators, and other resources that support executive function development in neurodiverse individuals. The 30-page workbook and teacher resource guide provide a new perspective by shifting away from deficit-based models to a neuro-affirming outlook; it equips teachers, parents, and professionals with usable tools and strategies to build external cognitive supports that develop into the internalized capability of neurodiverse individuals. You will discover in this curriculum: Phase 1: Core concepts of neurobiology, executive function challenges, and developmental scaffolding; Phase 2: Ten worksheets (age progression/ability) that assist neurodiverse individuals in developing somatic awareness, impulse control, task initiation, working memory, cognitive flexibility, organizational skills, metacognitive awareness, persistence, vocational skills, and self-advocacy; and Phase 3: Visual frameworks, flowcharts, answer keys with evaluator rubrics. The curriculum contains case studies, reflections and practitioner insights, as well as action-based methodologies such as backward chaining, cognitive offloading, and environmental prosthetics to help neurodivergent children succeed in all aspects of education, work, and life from Pre-K through adulthood. This resource is perfect for special education resources, homeschool ADHD curriculum, autism teaching tools, executive function activities, neurodiversity-affirming education, and for IEP/504 plan support. Why Schools/Parents Appreciate It: Neuroscience-Informed and Research-Based: Uses positive, scaffolded support (shifting from a traditional punitive, deficit-based model) that relies on neuroscience principles to support neurodivergent learners in developing authentic skills in an environment free of shame and frustration. Complete and Versatile: Includes comprehensive [theory and research], interactive [worksheets/visuals/case studies], and teacher resources for easy adaptation for specific learner needs such as ADHD task initiation or autism transition plans. Demonstrated Effectiveness through Case Studies: Real-life examples proving quick and/or dramatic change in many areas and reduced challenging behaviors (i.e. decreasing aggressiveness, reducing instances of "lazy," creating self-advocacy skills) — resulting in higher levels of self-esteem and improved academic performance. Progression through Developmentally Appropriate Stages for Future Success: Provides information supporting learners in developing co-regulation to full independence (from an early age) and preparing them for success post-school (e.g. self-advocacy portfolio). Support for Educators and Parents/Guardians through Time-Saving Ready-to-Use Resources: Provide educators with reflective/reflection-based/rubric-based resources that enable educators to create student autonomy, while minimizing planning time, hence creating fewer behavioural concerns and more engagement. Target Audience of This Curriculum: This Curriculum was designed for use with students who present Neurodiverse profiles. The key characteristics of these profiles include ADHD, autism, dyslexia, executive dysfunction, or NVLD. The curricula analyzed within this PDF have been organized according to developmental progression from Pre-K to 2nd Grade, 3rd to 5th Grade, Middle School/6th to 8th grade, and High School/9th to 12th grade and beyond. Pre-K to 2nd Grade: The focus on early childhood developmentally appropriate foundational learning skills which includes the topics of use of environmental prosthetics, somatic awareness (awareness of the body), impulse inhibition, and developing an ability to co-regulate (worksheets 1 - 2). This would be appropriate for a 4 to 8-year-old child who is either autistic or has ADHD and experiences difficulty with sensory predictability or emotional regulation. 3rd to 5th Grade: Students at this grade level should be practicing the skills of upper elementary school co-regulated navigation, working memory expansion, and task initiation (worksheets 3 - 4). This would be appropriate for any student who displays signs of experiencing transitional anxiety or experiencing a working memory bottleneck. Middle School/ 6th to 8th Grades: The students in this age group should be able to internalize their tooling, develop cognitive flexibility, and work on their organizational systems (worksheets 5 - 6). This would apply to an adolescent who would display signs of experiencing difficulties with social hierarchies or temporal discounting due to their ADHD or AuDHD profile. High School/ 9th to 12th and Transition to Adulthood: Students should be developing their metacognitive self-advocacy skills, time management skills, goal persistence, vocational navigation skills, and independence (worksheets 7 - 10). This would apply to any teen or young adult who is preparing to enter college, work, or request the need for accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act due to severe executive dysfunction. This curriculum can be used in a variety of settings including: special education classes, home schooling, therapy sessions, implementation of an IEP, or within an inclusive classroom setting, ages 4-20+. Copyright/Terms of Use : This resource is the property of Syed Hammad Rizvi and is only to be purchased and used for personal or one single classroom activity. You cannot change/distribute/sell (however you choose) any part of this resource and cannot publish this resource to the Internet so other may have the opportunity to download or view it. If you would like to provide a colleague with a copy of this resource, you may do so by purchasing another license through Teachsimple. Thank You for following the terms provided above This product is happy to be provided by Syed Hammad Rizvi
Author Creative Book Store
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Tags ADHD, Autism, Neurodivergent, SpecialEducation, IEP, 504Plan, TeacherResources, SpecialEdTeacher, HomeschoolCurriculum, Dyslexia
Homologous Series of Alkanes – Word Search Activity
Life Sciences, Science, STEM, Basic Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Environmental Science, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, Worksheets, Worksheets & Printables, Quizzes, Quizzes and Tests, Teacher Tools, Activities, Games, Task Cards, Crosswords Puzzles, Word Searches
Homologous Series of Alkanes – Word Search Activity A differentiated puzzle set to support terminology and topic review in organic chemistry (Grades 8–11) 🧪🧩 This word search activity is designed to help students consolidate their understanding of alkanes and the structure of homologous series in a fun and engaging way. Instead of traditional worksheets, this format offers a quiet, focused task that can be used for reinforcement, revision, or simply as a meaningful time filler. You’ll find a total of 10 word search puzzles, each in two variants (A/B), and five levels of difficulty. The level of challenge increases with the size of the word grid and the direction of the hidden terms. The puzzles include key vocabulary from the topic of alkanes and are ideal for supporting students' familiarity with hydrocarbon structures and related terminology. Included in this resource: 10 unique word search puzzles × 2 variants (A and B) 5 levels of differentiation (marked with 1 to 5 stars) Terms appear forward only or forward and backward (depending on level) All solutions included Colorful and black-and-white versions for flexible printing Self-created chemistry-themed clipart for visual support How I use it in class: I like to use these puzzles at the end of a topic, during quiet work phases, or even as an option for early finishers. The A/B versions are helpful when students sit next to each other – it prevents simple copying but keeps the task structure consistent. The varying difficulty levels also allow you to match tasks to students’ needs without having to explain separate instructions. Whether students are revisiting the basics of alkanes or preparing for more advanced organic chemistry, this puzzle format keeps them engaged and focused. A practical, ready-to-use activity that brings a bit of variety into the chemistry classroom – and helps build confidence with technical terms. Have fun exploring the world of science with your students! Warmly, Lernfitness Did You Know? I teach with a certified therapy dog, and together we focus on creating a positive and inspiring learning environment.
Author Lernfitness
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Tags Science, STEM, Chemistry, Homologous Series, Alkanes, Organic Chemistry, Word Search Activity, Word Search, Differentiated, Varying Difficulty Levels
High School Financial Literacy: How to Pick a Credit Card Worksheets
Finance, Life Studies, Home Economics, Life Skills, Special Resources, Math, Money, Decimals, Percentages, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Word Problems
This engaging high school personal financial literacy lesson will teach your students helpful life skills, and it will let them practice using their knowledge of percentages in real life scenarios. They will learn all about credit cards: interest rates, the annual fees, credit card perks, and credit limits. How to Use: 1. Use the handout page to start the lesson with your class: teach the credit card vocabulary and information that is included. 2. Show your students the 3 sample credit cards which are listed. Let your students go over the second page while in small groups. This way they can discuss all of the benefits and drawbacks of each card. 3. Students will then calculate the perks that each credit card offers on page three. They will use percentage, decimal, and ratio & rate math skills. 4. On their own, each student can choose which one of the three credit cards they would apply for. They should use justifications from the card’s features along with their personal financial habits. 5. Students can work on the fourth page of credit card word problems for homework or in class. They will practice calculating interest payments for their credit card (if the entire balance is NOT paid off) using decimal, percent, and division math skills. 6. This lesson could be a thought-provoking discussion prompt too. Let your students talk about why credit cards can be helpful and risky based on the included scenarios. 7. A complete Answer Key is included to make marking easy. What's Included: Six Page PDF: Ready to Print and Use - Teacher Instructions - Handout: Credit Card Vocabulary and Information - Handout: Three Realistic Credit Cards - 2-Page Student Worksheet (math word problems and pick a card) - Answer Key Math Skills Required: Students must have some grade 6 and 7 math skills: decimal operations, percentages, ratios, and rates.
Author Grace Under Pressure
Tags Financial Literacy, Personal Finance, Financial Literacy Worksheets, Credit Card, How To Choose A Credit Card, Credit Card Worksheet, Life Skills, Finance, Budget
Consumer Price Index (CPI): A Measure of Inflation: Financial Literacy and Math Lesson
Special Resources, Life Studies, Life Skills, Math, Percentages, Decimals, Money, Finance, Home Economics, Business, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
This financial literacy lesson uses information from Canada’s Consumer Price Index. Students: - watch a video and take notes to learn what the Consumer Price Index is, how it is calculated, and what it is used for - learn how to do a simplified inflation calculation (no compounding): This involves order of operations, fractions, division, and percentages written in decimal form - calculate inflation on a practice weighted ”basket” of goods - calculate the true inflation on eight everyday items since 2019: using the internet to check the current year's prices This lesson could easily work in American classrooms too, as the concepts are the same. Just ask your students to research prices in Canada (online) when doing the comparison to maintain consistency. Math Skills Required: Students need to understand percentages written as decimals. The calculations involved require subtraction and division and can be done with a calculator. Answer Key Included Grades to Use With: This lesson is designed to be accessible to students in any high school math, life skills, business, or economics class. It also could be used in grade 7 to address proportional relationships, ratios, and percentages. Standards: CCSS7.RP.A.3 Use proportional relationships to solve multistep ratio and percent problems. Examples: simple interest, tax, markups and markdowns, gratuities and commissions, fees, percent increase and decrease, percent error. CCSSMP4 Model with mathematics. Mathematically proficient students can apply the mathematics they know to solve problems arising in everyday life, society, and the workplace. In early grades, this might be as simple as writing an addition equation to describe a situation. In middle grades, a student might apply proportional reasoning to plan a school event or analyze a problem in the community. By high school, a student might use geometry to solve a design problem or use a function to describe how one quantity of interest depends on another. Mathematically proficient students who can apply what they know are comfortable making assumptions and approximations to simplify a complicated situation, realizing that these may need revision later.
Author Grace Under Pressure
Tags CPI, Consumer Price Index, Inflation, Finance, Financial Literacy, Math, Money, High School, Prices, Budget
Money Math Life Skills Worksheet: Clothes Shopping Level 2
Special Resources, Creative Arts, Art, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Life Skills, Math, Money, Grade 7, 8, 9, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
The Money Math Life Skills Worksheet : Clothes Shopping Level 2 is an interactive teaching tool ideal for middle school students in the Special Education space. This educational resource is designed to help students understand and calculate sales tax prices relative to various clothing items, such as pants, shirts, shoes, dresses, skirts and accessories. Objective The aim of this worksheet is to develop crucial life skills that enable young learners to be more independent. It starts with finding the cost of two clothing items and understanding how sales tax affects the final price. Progression of Activities Finding the cost of three different clothing items including their tax charge. A step-by-step guide helping students calculate sales tax and total price for multiple clothing goods. This worksheet contains 60 questions presented in word problem format coupled with options for correct answers, divided into 6 sets tailored around each type of attire mentioned earlier. Suitable Audience & Applications This tool could be used in a variety of settings: mainly within middle school Special Education classes or one-on-one settings but also in regular classrooms or small groups. The idea being it can also double up as homework assignments making learning continuous even at homes. Inclusions & Delivery Method This printable resource includes step-by-step instructions on taxes calculation nuances besides real-world examples along with suggestions on applications making it highly espousing from pedagogical point-of-view. It's delivered via an easy-to-consume PDF file comprising color & black-and-white pages versions each loaded uniquely catering both inclusivity besides accommodating visual preferences providing educators flexibility during dissemination process. In summary, if you're seeking to engage your students actively with an eye on cultivating pragmatic money math skills, then the Money Math Life Skills Worksheet : Clothes Shopping Level 2 is worth considering.
Author Adulting Life Skills Resources
Tags Money Math, Life Skills, Clothes Shopping, Sales Tax, Special Education, Math Clothes
ESL Novel Study - Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Big Shot - Jeff Kinney
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Reading, Library, Writing, Creative Writing, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies, Worksheets, Writing Prompts
ESL Novel Study Worksheets on "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Big Shot" by Jeff Kinney In this fantastic ESL teaching resource it is offered a comprehensive novel study worksheet activity (3 printable PDF pages; Worksheets) focused on "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Big Shot" by American author Jeff Kinney. Ideal for post reading activities, this English Second or Foreign Language (ESL EFL) teaching resource can be more than great to enhance students' overall understanding of this coming of age novel by American author Jeff Kinney. The English Second or Foreign Language Novel Study activity (3 printable PDF pages; Worksheets) can be ideal for ESL EFL TESOL learners in middle and high school (from 6th grade to 9th grade, teen students). In this Novel Study on "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Big Shot" (3 printable PDF pages; Worksheets), English Second or Foreign Language teachers (ESL EFL) can find the following ESL novel study activities: 1 part on general information (author's name, genre, and publishing date) 1 part related to New Vocabulary Learned (1 space where to write 10 new words they learned and 1 space where students can write their related meaning) 1 part related to the story timeline (story timeline where learners set in a chronological order the most important moments during the narration) First writing activity on students' review on the novel Second writing activity (imagining to write a letter to Greg Heffley, the main character, and to give him some advice) Third writing activity (pretending to be a character, other than Greg Heffley, and describing a scene of the book from his/her point of view + space where students can draw with comic bubbles the scene they described) This ESL EFL (English Second or Foreign Language) Novel Study Activity on "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Big Shot" by American author Jeff Kinney (3 PDF Printable Slides; worksheets) can be suitable for ESL EFL learners from 6th grade to 9th grade to study this coming of age novel Learning with Alan is a Teaching Resource/Educational Material Store whose aim is to help Teachers, Educators and Tutors to achieve their teaching objectives while creating a fun and stimulating learning and teaching environment. Remember. Learning is Fun. Never Forget! If you want to browse more of my English Second or Foreign Language (ESL EFL) Teaching Resources, click here Learning with Alan!
Author Learning with Alan
Tags ESL, English Second Language, English, Novel Study, Worksheets, Printable, Diary Of A Wimpy Kid, Teens, Book Companion, Writing Activity
Historical Fiction Genre Study Book Report
Social Studies, ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Research, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies, Teacher Tools, Graphic Organizers, Activities, Projects, Lesson Plans, Assessments, Worksheets
The 34-page Historical Fiction Genre Study Book Report is designed for grades 6th, 7th, 8th, and 9th, but it can easily be modified for lower or higher grades. This book report is an excellent supplement to a unit on a particular historical period. Through reading historical fiction, students can gain a deeper appreciation for historical periods and how they relate to the present day. The goal of this lesson is to introduce students to the genre of historical fiction and to help them understand its importance and significance. By the end of the lesson, students should have a good understanding of what historical fiction is. Students will read a historical fiction novel, analyze its characters, plot, and author's craft , and present their findings to a small group. The book report includes a detailed lesson plan on the historical fiction genre, objectives and learning targets aligned to the Common Core standards, directions for the book report with handouts and worksheets for students, a student self-evaluation, and a grading sheet for teachers. Many students enjoy reading historical fiction, especially if they are learning about the period in their History/Social Studies class. If you do the genre study component of this resource, the book report offers a high-quality culminating project. In addition, if you teach a Language Arts/History Core or plan with a History/Social Studies partner-teacher, this is an excellent resource for both classes and provides students with a different way to engage with history. Historical fiction is an essential genre for students for a variety of reasons because it makes the study of history more engaging and interesting and it brings the past to life. Students gain a deeper appreciation for historical periods and how they relate to the present day, It also improves critical thinking skills by giving students opportunities tothink critically about the events and people from the past, analyze and interpret historical events, understand different perspectives,and it encourages empathy, tolerance, and respect because students learn to see history through the eyes of characters from different time periods and cultures Historical Fiction Genre Study Book Report includes the following: 2 comprehensive and interactive lesson plans: Book Browse lesson plan Historical Fiction Genre lesson plan with common core standards, objectives, and learning targets easy-to-follow student directions Note taking Guide Note taking Guide Chart Spoke Diagram Plot Diagram Character Chart Sensory Description Chart Other Elements in Historical Fiction Chart Storyboard Presentation in Small Groups Directions Self-Evaluation of Historical Fiction Book Report Check-Off and Grading Sheet 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 Historical Fiction, Book Report, Research, Assessment, Story Elements, Analysis, History, Author's Craft, Critical Thinking, Self-evaluation
The Placebo Effect Reading Comprehension Article - Grade 8 and Up
Science, Life Sciences, Human Body, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
The Placebo Effect Reading Comprehension Article - Grade 8 and Up This fully comprehensive educational tool has been designed to aid in developing scientific understanding, reading comprehension, and critical thinking. With content suitable for high school students as well as advanced middle school learners. Detailed Resource Focused on the Placebo Effect: A thorough explanation of the placebo effect. A deep look into its impact on medical trials. An exploration of how it interacts with our minds. An investigation into double-blind studies' vital role. This resource also offers a range of questions, encouraging learners to engage with direct papers' knowledge, logical applications, and open-ended types. Versatile Learning Tool: This resource can be used in various teaching scenarios like: Introduction to new themes in class discussions. A homework assignment for an extended study. An independent study tool for self-directed learners. Friendly Integration: The resources are formatted keeping technological advancements: like Google Classroom or Microsoft Word & PDF compatibilities –setting convenience at forefront! Note :No additional preparation needed & an answer key is provided for effortless resolution of queries! Dual Functional Educational Resource: This NO PREP article sparks curiosity around scientific phenomena while enhancing students' literary competence levels. As a bonus– no need to worry about formatting issues, compatibility concerns or device restrictions! The heavy lifting has been taken care of! Check out the other individual reading comprehension articles available spanning various scientific domains! They have effortlessly augmented daily teaching requirements –providing essential coverage on topics like health, earth & space science, energy production, physics, chemistry and more. Make a choice towards a user-friendly option–The Placebo Effect Reading Comprehension Article- Grade 8 and Up guaranteed to peak student curiosity while nurturing improved reading comprehension!
Author Teach With Fergy
Tags Placebo Effect, Medical Trials, Double-blind Studies, Reading Comprehension, Scientific Understanding
Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: Jason Reynolds
ELA, Literature, Writing, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, Activities, Projects, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
This resource provides your students with the opportunity to independently research and write about the life of the renowned young adult novelist Jason Reynolds, author of the Tracks series, with this engaging research planner and essay assignment. This carefully scaffolded and easy-to-assign-AND-assess resource has been designed to guide student learning from Reynolds fact-collection to the careful development of a five-paragraph research essay. Teaching this resource could not be easier! Start by handing out the background research and note-taking worksheet (you could also ONLY hand this out if you want a shorter lesson!). Once students have found their facts and sources, provide them with the essay outline activity, which guides them step-by-step through the requirements of a short research essay. From there, drafting their essay, using the provided peer review checklist, and submitting their final draft will be no problem at all. And then you can assess their work with the provided Common Core rubric! Use this entire resource as a complete research lesson or just part of it as a short research activity or sub plan! This TeachSimple download includes: A Jason Reynolds essay writing assignment with directions, requirements, research essay writing tips, a peer review checklist, and Common Core-tied grading rubric An editable rubric, provided as a link, that lets you make adjustments to the grade values and guidelines. This link is provided as as Google Sheet specifically built for integration into Google Classroom, although you can also modify it for use in other Learning Management Systems (LMSs) A Jason Reynolds biography and note-taking worksheet that will guide your students through information gathering. This straightforward two-page handout includes instructions for background research, a fun drawing section, and an area to cite quality sources and organize conducted research A research essay outlining worksheet, so students build on their Jason Reynolds notes in a clear and simple manner as they build their work towards a draft and final paper All 6-pages of this lesson are provided in full-color and B&W versions Although this resource can be fitted for any secondary Language Arts classroom, it has been carefully designed to work best in grades 8 through 11. The included rubric is subtly but specifically tied to Common Core ELA Standards for Language (3) and Writing (2 and 7). This resource is provided as a print-ready, bookmarked, and adjustable PDF file. The rubric is also included as an editable Google Sheet. This resource contains 6 pages and 1 Google Sheet.
Author The Language of Educational Art, LLC
Tags Essay, Research, Rubric, Notetaking, Outlining
Stars Reading Comprehension Article
Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Space, Grade 8, 9, 10, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Stars - The Element Factories of the Universe This 8th grade and up science reading comprehension article tackles literacy and astronomy topics. Students read an informative 2.5-3 page article about the creation of stars and elements in the universe. Afterwards, they answer reading comprehension, critical thinking, and open-ended questions to demonstrate understanding. The article reviews concepts like atoms, protons, neutrons, electrons, isotopes, ions, and the Big Bang theory. It explains how light and heavy elements formed after the Big Bang. Questions assess and improve reading analysis abilities. This resource works for whole class instruction, small groups, assignments, subs, extra credit, gifted programs, and measuring literacy skills. The reading, questions, and answer key promote scientific literacy. Available formatted for seamless Google Classroom integration or as editable Word and PDF documents.
Author Teach With Fergy
Tags Stars, Astronomy, Reading, Solar, System
Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: Plato
Social Studies, ELA, Biographies, History, History: World, History: Ancient, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, Activities, Projects, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Plato was an Ancient Greek philosopher whose influence in Western culture continues to this day. This resource provides your students with the opportunity to independently learn about and synthesize the life of the legendary ancient thinker with this engaging research planner and essay assignment. This carefully scaffolded and easy-to-assign-AND-assess resource has been designed to guide student learning from Plato fact-collection to the careful development of a five-paragraph research essay. Teaching this resource could not be easier! Start by handing out the background research and note-taking worksheet (you could also ONLY hand this out if you want a shorter lesson!). Once students have found their facts and sources, provide them with the essay outline activity, which guides them step-by-step through the requirements of a short research essay. From there, drafting their essay, using the provided peer review checklist, and submitting their final draft will be no problem at all. And then you can assess their work with the provided Common Core rubric! Use this entire resource as a complete research lesson or just part of it as a short research activity or sub plan! This TeachSimple download includes: - A Plato essay writing assignment with directions, requirements, research essay writing tips, a peer review checklist, and Common Core-tied grading rubric - An editable rubric, provided as a link, that lets you make adjustments to the grade values and guidelines. This link is provided as as Google Sheet specifically built for integration into Google Classroom, although you can also modify it for use in other Learning Management Systems (LMSs) - A Plato biography and note-taking worksheet that will guide your students through information gathering. This straightforward two-page handout includes instructions for background research, a fun drawing section, and an area to cite quality sources and organize conducted research - A research essay outlining worksheet, so students build on their Plato notes in a clear and simple manner as they build their work towards a draft and final paper - All 6-pages of this lesson are provided in full-color and B&W versions Although this resource can be fitted for any secondary Language Arts classroom, it has been carefully designed to work best in grades 8 through 11. The included rubric is subtly but specifically tied to Common Core ELA Standards for Language (3) and Writing (2 and 7). This resource is provided as a print-ready, bookmarked, and adjustable PDF file. The rubric is also included as an editable Google Sheet. This resource contains 6 pages and 1 Google Sheet.
Author The Language of Educational Art, LLC
Tags Essay, Rubric, Research, Notetaking, Outlining, Plato
Renewable Energy Experiments & Design Challenge Pack
Science, Life Sciences, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Earth Sciences, Environmental Science, Geology, Space, Biology, Nature & Plants, Technology, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Worksheets & Printables, Workbooks, Worksheets, Word Searches, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans, Quizzes and Tests, Quizzes, Tests
Using the Renewable Energy Experiments and Design Challenge Kit – A rigorous classroom-tested STEM Curriculum that combines Physics, Environmental Science and Engineering Design – will allow you to help your students think like engineers in their development of renewable energy solutions. This kit provides all of the resources necessary for a 4–6 week exploration of renewable technologies related to our decarbonized future, from the quantum principles behind photovoltaic cell technology to the fluid dynamics governing how hydroelectric turbine work. Each of following modules combines a conceptual theory with supplemental worksheets to enhance learning through hands-on experience. The culmination of each module will be students participating in a high-stakes design challenge (Zero-Emission Island) to develop a resilient microgrid that integrates the use of solar, wind, pumped hydroelectric, biogas and battery storage energy. In addition to individual student worksheet documents, this kit includes a comprehensive teacher implementation guide, timeline for pacing to meet state or national standards (NGSS & AP), student use rubrics, lab setup instructions that outline acceptable ranges for outcome data variation, and a complete answer key for ALL (10) worksheets included in this kit. Additionally, this kit includes multiple real-life case studies of renewable energy technologies (i.e., Hornsdale Power Reserve, Hywind Tampen Floating Wind Farm, Agrivoltaics at Jack’s Solar Garden) that provide students with practical applications of the theoretical concepts they have studied. As such, regardless of the type of renewable energy unit you teach (i.e. AP Environmental Science Course, Physics Elective or Engineering Pathway) through the depth of the 10 different renewable energy modules offered within this kit along with the flexibility within the teacher implementation guide and provided assessment tools, making this pack is perfect to help you deliver an unforgettable renewable energy experience for your students. Highlights: 10 complete modules (solar, wind, water/ocean, geothermal, biomass, storing energy, combined energy and grid, life cycle analysis, and LCOE economics) culminating with an island design challenge, Worksheets for students with practice, data analysis, and critical thinking skills, Answer key fully worked out with all qualitative explanations, Teacher's guide (nightly admin book, where applicable) with pacing, aligned to standards (NGSS HS-PS2-1, HS-PS3-3 and HS-ETS1-2) by common failure points, with tolerances in lab wiring, Visuals of energy flow paths, how turbines work, and the engineering process Target audience: Advanced Placement / International Baccalaureate (IB), Grades 9-12 and Entry Level College Environmental or Engineering Class. Reasons Schools & Parents Like It : Ready-made curriculum based on set of standards saves the teacher lots of time (many hours), so everything needed for a complete lesson (worksheets, labs, rubric) are able to be printed out, or assigned electronically. Real live examples of real live engineering solutions to energy issues for 2021 (Hornsdale battery, floating offshore wind turbines, agrivoltaics) will be shown through very useful case studies. Higher order thinking will develop as the students no longer use simply memorization, but will be able to calculate efficiencies, design systems, troubleshoot failure, and validate their choice with data. All instructor is given with teaching easiness through complete instructor support: flags common mistakes with students, lab data tolerance ranges, and answer keys for each piece of lab to help less knowledgeable (or skilled) instructors teach well. Materials can be flexible and modular - they are usable to complete a full 4 or 6 week unit or to supplement or complement an existing unit. Also will work in each of the 3 delivery formats - in-person, hybrid, or remote. Classes to Target By Grade Level: Using mathematics (cubic wind power law, LCOE, Betz efficiency, potential energy equations) as well as laboratory analyses and synthesis tasks this PDF would serve as a perfect fit for: 10–12 Grade (Primarily); 9th Grade Advanced STEM or Honors (with some exceptions); AP Environmental Science; AP Physics I or II (or both); IB Physics or Environmental Systems & Society; High School Engineering OR PLTW (Project Lead the Way); Introduction To Renewable Energy OR Sustainability Engineering In College; Homeschool High School Science Curriculum; STEM Areas In General. Copyright/Terms of Use: This book by Syed Hammad Rizvi is copyrighted. This product can be used for personal use and in one classroom. It cannot be altered, shared or sold. Simply, do not place it online to be publically available and/or downloaded. If you would like to share this with your colleagues, you should purchase additional licenses through Teachsimple and we appreciate your cooperation. This product was created by Syed Hammad Rizvi.
Author Creative Book Store
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Tags SolarEnergy , WindEnergy , Hydroelectric , Geothermal , Biomass , EnergyStorage , GridIntegration , BatteryTechnology , LCOE , LifecycleAnalysis
Vocabulary as Shakespeare Meant it in MacBeth Puzzle
ELA, Literature, Language Development, Vocabulary, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Vocabulary as Shakespeare Meant It in Macbeth Puzzle Students strengthen their vocabulary knowledge by learning words in context through a fun puzzle activity. After reading quotes from Shakespeare's tragedy Macbeth, learners connect vocabulary words to their definitions. As students draw lines between words and meanings, letters and numbers are revealed that allow them to solve a quote grid puzzle. This versatile resource builds 19 academic terms like "fantastical," "thriftless," and "harbinger." Educators can implement this engaging worksheet for individual practice or collaborative pairs during a Macbeth literature unit or general high school vocabulary lesson. Check answers provided in the teaching resource.
Author Jay Waggoner
Tags MacBeth Vocabulary, Shakespeare, MacBeth Puzzle
Scientist Gregor Mendel Fact Sheet, Quiz + Exercises | PDF + H5P
Life Sciences, Science, Biology, STEM, History: World, History, Social Studies, Biographies, Inventors, Basic Science, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, Worksheets, Worksheets & Printables, Quizzes, Quizzes and Tests, Teacher Tools, Projects, Activities
Discover Gregor Mendel – The Father of Genetics Did you know that Gregor Mendel, a humble monk with a passion for science, laid the foundation for modern genetics? Through his famous pea plant experiments, he uncovered the basic principles of heredity, showing how traits are passed from one generation to the next. His discoveries were ahead of their time and only fully appreciated years later, but today they are essential to biology and genetics. This teaching resource is designed to introduce your grades 7–10 students to Mendel’s groundbreaking work in a fun and engaging way. Perfect for a 45-minute lesson, it combines clear explanations with interactive and creative activities that make learning about genetics both accessible and exciting. What’s Included: Concise Informational Text: A clear and engaging overview of Gregor Mendel’s role in science. Fact Sheet Activity: Encourages students to organize knowledge and work creatively. Quiz with Solutions: Promotes fun, interactive learning and self-assessment. Additional Exercises: Students can create their own questions and collaborate in pairs to deepen their understanding. Flexible Formats: Includes a color and black-and-white printable PDF, as well as interactive H5P tasks for digital learning. Why You’ll Love This Resource: Time-Saving: Perfect for teachers who need a ready-to-go, well-structured lesson. Versatile Use: Ideal for biology, history of science, or cross-curricular lessons in English and science classes. Promotes Independence: Solutions are included, allowing students to check their work and explore the topic at their own pace. Interactive and Engaging: Tasks are designed to keep students actively involved while learning about Gregor Mendel’s legacy. Whether you use it for a regular lesson, substitute teaching, or as part of a digital learning activity, this resource will make Gregor Mendel’s contributions come alive for your students. Bring Gregor Mendel’s fascinating world of science into your classroom and inspire your students to see history and science in a whole new light! Have fun exploring the world of science with your students! Warmly, Lernfitness Did You Know? I teach with a certified therapy dog, and together we focus on creating a positive and inspiring learning environment.
Author Lernfitness
Tags Science, Biology, Famous Scientists Lesson, H5P, Interactive Science Exercises, STEM, History, Scientists, Gregor Mendel, Genetics
Money Math Life Skills Worksheet: Reading Restaurant Menus Level 4
Special Resources, Creative Arts, Art, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Speech Therapy, Life Skills, Grade 7, 8, 9, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Money Math Life Skills Worksheet : Reading Restaurant Menus Level 4 helps middle school students practice essential money management abilities. This interactive 192-question worksheet uses six sample breakfast and lunch menus to teach calculating meal costs with sales tax, tips, discounts, and multiple menu items. Students determine total costs for meals with two, three, and four menu items. The step-by-step questions reinforce computational skills and real-world application. Use this printable resource for special education, life skills instruction, speech therapy, ABA, or to set IEP goals. It engages students using relevant examples to build money math abilities for greater independence. Color and black-and-white versions are included. Related products help students practice money skills for grocery and clothes shopping.
Author Adulting Life Skills Resources
Tags Life Skills Money Math, Special Education Money Math, Independent Living Skills, IEP Goal-Oriented Skills, Autism Resource For Parent, Adulting On The Spectrum, Social And Emotional Learning, Life Skills For Teens, Life Skills For Adults, Autism And Money Skills
Common Core Math Activities For Grade 9
Common Core, Math, Grade 9, Workbooks, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Activities
In 9th grade, math typically centers on Algebra I, but may also cover other higher-level math topics like Geometry, Algebra II, Pre-Calculus, or Trigonometry. This year, students will expand their knowledge and use of quadratic and exponential functions along with other complex mathematical ideas. Ninth graders must grasp concepts thoroughly before progressing, or they will quickly become disoriented and bewildered. The ideal ninth grade math curriculum will offer students the opportunity to practice and expand on the skills learned in middle school. In essence, at the beginning of the year a 9th grade math student should be able to: Show exceptional proficiency in mathematical calculations. Examine and address multiple issues by applying the principles of the Pythagorean theorem. Employ logical thinking to address complex issues involving rational and irrational numbers. Rearrange algebraic equations and find the solution. This worksheet comprises 40 activities aimed at aiding your students in honing their Grade 9 math skills across the board.
Author Bright Classroom Ideas Marketplace
Tags Common Core, Math, Grade 9, Usa, Curriculum, Standard
Sports Themed "Get To Know You" SEL Coloring Pages
P.E. & Health, Special Resources, Sports, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Social Skills, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Writing Prompts, Coloring Pages
In this product, you will receive 5 sports-themed "get to know you" SEL coloring pages. These are great icebreakers and team bonding handouts for coaches of all sports. The sports themes are soccer, basketball, volleyball, and football, and there is a water bottle in case your sport is not represented. The handouts are geared toward team players but each text box is FULLY EDITABLE so if this is for your classroom, you can change the text boxes words and phrases. No problem! The prompts are; Favorite Snack, Favorite Drink, Favorite Show, Name, Age, Goal For This Season, and Favorite Color and there are many spaces for students to color and add their own personalized design. Again, this is fully editable so it can be a classroom activity where students pick out a handout of their choice based on their favorite sport or they can pick the water bottle and write down their favorite sport such as swimming, golf, lacrosse, baseball, etc. The goal of this product is to help other students get to know each other. This is also a fun way to do "secret pals" for your team and have players put certain things they enjoy! This would make a very colorful bulletin board display with all of the colorful and individualized art on display. Students are encouraged to draw, write, and really personalize their handouts. This is great for grades second, third, fourth, fifth, sixth, seventh, eighth, ninth, tenth, etc. This is wonderful for P.E. teachers, coaches as well as teachers. The PDF has a link inside the image for you to click on it and then you will be prompted to "make a copy", you will click "yes" and then you have a copy of the presentation. This is where you can print off whichever page you wish as well as edit the text boxes if they are not the prompts you wish for. You know your classroom or team the best so you can tweak it to your own prompts.
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
Tags Coaching, P.E., Get To Know You, Sports, SEL, Physical Education, Icebreakers, Social Skills, Social Emotional Learning, Sel Coloring Pages
Theodor Schwann – Fact Sheet, Quiz & Interactive PDF (incl. H5P)
Life Sciences, Science, Biology, STEM, History, Social Studies, Biographies, Inventors, Basic Science, Nature & Plants, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, Worksheets, Worksheets & Printables, Quizzes, Quizzes and Tests, Teacher Tools, Projects, Activities
Theodor Schwann – Fact Sheet, Quiz & Interactive Version (PDF & H5P) This lesson-ready material introduces students to Theodor Schwann 🧪 and his contribution to one of the most important concepts in biology: the cell theory 🔬. While many students in grades 7 to 10 already know that all living things are made of cells, they often don’t know where this insight comes from – or who helped uncover it. In this lesson, students explore the work of Theodor Schwann, who, together with Matthias Schleiden, laid the foundation for modern cell biology. The materials are designed to fit into a 45-minute session ⏱️ and work well in both print and digital formats. I’ve used them in regular biology lessons as well as for independent learning phases or when a quick but meaningful sub plan was needed. The resource includes a short, accessible reading passage about Schwann’s scientific discoveries. After reading, students fill in a fact sheet 📝 to summarize key information, and then answer quiz questions to check their understanding. What worked really well in my class was the final task: students created their own questions based on the material and exchanged them with a partner. It led to some thoughtful discussions and helped them reflect on what they had actually learned 💬. You’ll find two versions of the printable PDFs – one in color 🎨 and one in black and white. The included H5P version offers a digital alternative for interactive use, especially useful on learning platforms or digital boards (note: the H5P version contains no design elements, just the interactive tasks). Included: Informational text about Theodor Schwann Fact sheet task Quiz questions with answer key Creative student task (write your own questions) Printable PDFs (color & B/W) H5P interactive version The materials are self-explanatory and suitable for classroom use, homework, or digital learning 💻. 🚀 Download now and bring the legacy of Theodor Schwann into your biology lessons today! 📍 Best wishes, Heike from Lernfitness Did You Know? I teach with a certified therapy dog, and together we create a positive and inspiring learning environment. 🐶✨
Author Lernfitness
Tags Science, Biology, Famous Scientists Lesson, H5P, Interactive Science Exercises, STEM, History, Scientists, Cytology, Theodor Schwann
Crash Course Government Episode Worksheet | 19 - Structure of the Court System
Social Studies, Government, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Crash Course Government Worksheet: Structure of the Court System Help students understand the structure and roles within the complex US court system. This 2-page printable worksheet features 15 short answer questions that students complete while watching the engaging 7-minute Crash Course Government video explaining the Supreme Court, appeals courts, district courts, and more. With a separate answer key for self-checking, this worksheet guides students to identify key concepts, including types of courts, judicial appointments, appellate jurisdiction, and landmark decisions. Use it to supplement any US government or civics curriculum for individual practice or small group discussion. Check out the store for more Crash Course video lesson worksheets plus projects and activities to liven up social studies instruction.
Author Ed Dynamic
Tags Crash Course Episodes, Government Video, Politics Video, Structures Of The Court System, U.S. Constitution, District Courts, Supreme Court, Structure Of The Court System Crash Course, Crash Course #19
Crash Course Government Episode Worksheet | 18 - Legal System Basics
Social Studies, Government, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Crash Course Government: Legal System Basics Worksheet Helping students understand government and politics can be challenging. Without relevant connections to their lives, these topics can easily be overlooked. This 2-page worksheet accompanies the Crash Course Government video on Legal System Basics to make these connections for students. With 15 fill-in-the-blank and short answer questions, students will gain understanding of the legal system as they watch the 8-minute video. An answer key is included for self-checking. This informative worksheet can be used individually or in groups. Print copies for each student to complete questions while viewing the first time. Then, allow a second independent viewing to solidify understanding. Online learners can click the provided video link to toggle between viewing and answering questions digitally. Use this engaging resource alongside the many other Crash Course Government materials in my store to effectively teach key civics and government concepts. Check out the Civil Rights Lecture Notes, Constitutional Clauses Worksheet , Arctic Survival Activity, and more at my Active Social Studies storefront on Teachers Pay Teachers.
Author Ed Dynamic
Tags Crash Course Episodes, Legal System Basics, Government Videos, American History, Politics Videos, Criminal Justice, Federal Court System
American Imperialism Article & Worksheet Set
Social Studies, History, History: USA, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
This is an American Imperialism Article and Worksheet Set. The article is a 12-page PDF. The worksheet is an editable 3-page Word document. This is a great resource to implement with your high school history students. How To Use This Resource: You can print enough articles for a classroom set or for students to share in a group. You can use this article as an introduction to the topic or it can serve as a review for what students have already learned. Give students time to read the article more than once. Encourage students to highlight important phrases. make notes in the margin, etc. The worksheet can be printed but it can also be accessed digitally for students to type their answers as they go. The worksheet , when completed, serves as a great review page for students to hang on to. Students can use their completed notes to review for upcoming assessments. I hope you enjoy! Find my storefront here: Jason Stein Here are more of my resources for you to enjoy: Rise of Industrialism PowerPoint & Notes Atlantic Slave Trade PowerPoint & Notes Magna Carta Presentation & Notes The Reign of Terror Presentation & Notes One Child Policy Presentation & Notes
Author Jason Stein
Tags American Imperialism, History Worksheet, U.S History, Essential Question, Civil War, Monroe Doctrine, Foreign Policies, Economy, Spanish American War
Write Now!: A Guide to Getting Started
ELA, Writing, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Write Now!: A Guide to Getting Started Write Now!: A Guide to Getting Started is a comprehensive writing teachingtool designed for educators who seek to inspire students and encourage their interest in the art of writing. This invaluable tool caters for both public school teachers and those inclined towards a homeschooling approach. The guide extensively addresses fundamental elements of language arts such as: Lune Acrostic Onomatopoeia Biography poetry forms Apart from being insightful, this guide meticulously crafts step-by-step directives that will turn even the most apprehensive writer into an eager learner. The instructions aim not just at encouraging learners' creativity but ensuring an enjoyable teaching process. Suitable For Broad Learning Styles & Needs: Grades 3 -9 This tool aligns with regular curriculum standards for grades 3 through to grade nine. Easy-to-access PDF format, coupled with its readiness-to-print availability makes it suitable for any Language Arts or Writing teacher on the lookout creative ways of enriching their strategies. Versatile Teaching Application: Whole Classroom To Individual Instruction In terms of application, these worksheet handles whole classroom instruction time as efficiently as targeted focus groups or extendable homework assignments—allowing further practice outside school hours. Fostering Engagement & Enhancing Retention With Humor To ensure maximum engagement throughout learning sessions and improve retention—this guide provides supporting examples filled with humor adding fun in learning while creating lasting impressions amongst learners. In conclusion—"Write Now!" serves multitude roles—the ability to inspire creativity amongst learners while simultaneously streamlining educators' workload makes it an essential resource in language arts and writing education.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags Language Lesson, Writing Worksheets, Writing Guide, Strategies, Biography Poem
La Bamba (1987): Complete Movie Question
, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
La Bamba (1987) Complete Movie Questions Transport students back to the late 1950s with the beloved film La Bamba, which depicts the remarkable story of Ritchie Valens' journey from a working-class family to an iconic rock star who popularized the hit song "La Bamba." This 117-page teaching resource helps students analyze key plot points and themes of identity, family bonds, pursuing dreams despite adversity, and the impacts of tragedy. Useful across ELA , social studies, and music classes for individual, small group, or whole class activities, the questions spur critical thinking and discussion. An answer key is included. Extend learning by examining Don McLean's classic tune "American Pie" and its connections to Valens' story and the devastating plane crash that claimed his life. Let this resource guide rich conversations around La Bamba's timeless messages.
Author EduPal Learning
Tags La Bamba, Ritchie Valens, True Story, Hispanic Heritage , Movie Guide, Video Guides, La Bamba Full Movie