Critical Thinking Internet Activities

Make teaching Holy Week easier and more meaningful with this ready-to-use Holy Week PowerPoint Presentation. Provide a comprehensive, reflective, and student-friendly exploration of the key events in Jesus’ final days." This resource offers deep insights into Holy Week, including key moments and the powerful words of Jesus. Perfect for reflection, the slides encourage students to think critically about each event and its relevance to their lives.

Each slide includes thought-provoking questions, designed to help students reflect and engage in meaningful discussions. Ideal for religious education, this resource fosters a deeper understanding of the true meaning of Holy Week and Jesus' teachings.

This resource includes:

• Slide 1: What is Holy Week?
• Slide 2: Palm Sunday
• Slide 3: Holy Monday
• Slide 4: Holy Tuesday
• Slide 5: Holy Wednesday / Spy Wednesday
• Slide 6: Maundy Thursday
• Slide 7: Holy Friday Part I
• Slide 8: Holy Friday Part II
• Slide 9: Holy Saturday
• Slide 10: Easter Sunday / Resurrection Sunday
• Slide 11: Holy Week Around The World
• Slide 12: We Have Learned About ... Holy Week

Formats:

• Powerpoint
• PDF
• Google Slides
• Keynote
• JPG images

Happy Holy Week!

Transform your math lessons with this engaging and interactive bundle!

This comprehensive resource equips teachers with a treasure trove of materials to supercharge their students' understanding of fundamental math operations: multiplication, subtraction, division, and addition.

Here's what you'll get:

• Captivating Google Slides: Introduce concepts with vibrant visuals and clear explanations, perfect for whole-class instruction.
• Interactive Google Slides: Bring learning to life with fun, drag-and-drop activities that keep students actively engaged.
• Printable Worksheets (Individual & Group): Reinforce understanding with a variety of exercises, catering to different learning styles and fostering collaboration.

Benefits for Students:

• Master the Fundamentals: Build a solid foundation in core math operations through a blend of visual, auditory,and kinesthetic learning experiences.
• Boost Engagement: Interactive activities and games make learning fun and interactive, keeping students motivated.
• Practice Makes Perfect: A wide range of worksheets provide ample opportunity for students to solidify their grasp of concepts.
• Cater to All Learners: Differentiated materials cater to various learning styles and abilities, ensuring everyone thrives.

Benefits for Teachers:

• Save Time & Effort: Ready-made materials eliminate lesson-planning stress, allowing you to focus on guiding your students.
• Variety & Choice: The diverse resources cater to different teaching styles and classroom needs.
• Interactive & Engaging: Keep your students active and motivated with engaging Google Slides activities.
• Assessment Tools: Worksheets double as effective assessment tools to track student progress.

Master Math in One Go! is the ultimate bundle for teachers who want to make math learning a joyful and successful experience for their students. Grab it today and witness the magic unfold in your classroom!

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Lesson Overview

In this lesson, students learn more about safe and reliable use of the Internet in the digital age as they learn how to decipher between fake and real news, spot misleading websites, avoid clickbait, and recognize rumors or misleading information on social media. The lesson starts with a PowerPoint presentation (teacher led or distributed to students to read themselves) that outlines some of the pitfalls of erroneous or misleading information on the Internet. Then, students complete several lessons to develop their skills in recognizing fake news, fake websites, clickbait, and other misinformation. These can also be done with a partner or in a small group if the teacher prefers. Next, students work with a group to answer critical thinking questions about the ethics of fake news and ways to prevent contributing to the problem. Also included with the lesson is a word search puzzle, great for early finishers, or as a part of the lesson.

This lesson was designed for middle school (grades 6-8) but could be used in upper elementary grades or high school as well.

Materials Required:

· Computers with Internet access for each student (or pair of students)

· Access to Microsoft Word or Google Docs and Microsoft PowerPoint or Google Slides

Files included:

· Teacher & Student Resources

· PowerPoint Presentation – Misinformation in the Digital Age

· 3 Lessons with Instructions, Grading Rubrics, and Answer Keys

· Reference Sheet: How to Recognize Fake Websites and News

· Group Discussion Critical Thinking Questions with Teacher Guide for Use

· Word Search Puzzle with Answer Key

Approximate Lesson Duration:

· Introduction to the Unit and PowerPoint Presentation: 1 (50 minute) class period

· 3 lessons: 3-4 (50 minute) class periods (for all three lessons)

· Group Discussion Questions: 1-3 (50 minute) class periods depending on class/group size

· Word Search Puzzle: about 20-30 minutes

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Students will enjoy this digital breakout website that has them solve four logic puzzles to find all the necessary keys to unlock the safe and get Cupid's arrows back. Students will use the Google Form that's embedded in the website to fill in their guesses for the passwords. They will get an immediate response on whether their guess was correct, (which will allow them to go to the next rooms submission), or tell them to try again.

Celebrate the holiday season in your classroom with this engaging, no-prep bundle of digital games! Featuring differentiated and interactive options, this bundle combines the best of learning and fun to keep your students entertained and engaged throughout the winter holidays.

Save 20% by bundling these classroom favorites!

TRY BEFORE YOU BUY: Each game includes a preview version so you can experience the fun before purchasing.

What's Included:

• Mad Gab Gibberish Holiday Edition:
  • Two versions: Team play and differentiated singler-player games.
  • Laugh-out-loud babble-style gameplay focused on Christmas, Kwanzaa, Hanukkah, and winter-themed topics.
  • Over 200 babble cards ensure a unique game each time with the Unlimited Replay feature.
  • Perfect for quick breaks, holiday parties, or seasonal activities.

Who Wants to Be a Millionaire - Winter Holidays:

• • Mimics the excitement of the popular TV show with questions on Christmas, Kwanzaa, Hanukkah, New Year, and other winter celebrations.
  • Includes lifeline boosters (Go Halfsies, Text a Buddy, Poll the Audience) for added engagement.
  • Differentiation options: timed, scored, or no-pressure modes.
  • Categories cover holiday traditions, songs, movies, history, and more!

• Holiday Escape Room:
  Solve trivia and puzzles focused on Christmas and other winter holidays to unlock doors and escape the room.

  • Covers Christmas trivia, ELA, and math questions, offering a mix of challenge and fun.
  • Interactive design with festive music, animations, and automatic scoring.

Key Features:

• Unlimited Replay: Every game is unique with randomized questions for hours of play.
• Differentiation Options: Tailor gameplay to your students’ needs—timed, scored, or relaxed.
• Interactive & Fun: Holiday music, animations, and quirky gameplay keep students entertained.
• No Prep Required: Ready to use—just send the link and let the fun begin!
• Works on Any Device: No macros or Google accounts required.

Perfect For:

• Holiday parties
• Brain breaks
• Indoor recess
• Seasonal reviews

Make this holiday season memorable and bring joy, laughter, and learning to your classroom with the Ultimate Winter Holiday Game Bundle!

What to Expect:

You'll receive a PDF file with a link to the online game. This content is not editable. While I'll update the game periodically, I will do my best to retain the same link. After purchasing, you'll be notified about any updates to this product.

Help Me Get Better:

If you encounter any issues, please reach out to me at zaneylaneylearning@gmail.com before posting a negative review. I have a lot of ideas, and I'm trying my best to present an error-free, high-quality product. Again, please play the preview versions. This is the best way to understand how the game works and is also the best way to avoid surprises after purchase.

Please let me know if you would like to see additional examples or have suggestions for other uses/topics.

This resource includes an English and Spanish version of the Holy Week PowerPoint Presentation. These are perfect for your bilingual or dual-language classroom. Make teaching Holy Week easier and more meaningful with this ready-to-use Holy Week PowerPoint Presentation. Provide a comprehensive, reflective, and student-friendly exploration of the key events in Jesus’ final days." This resource offers deep insights into Holy Week, including key moments and the powerful words of Jesus. Perfect for reflection, the slides encourage students to think critically about each event and its relevance to their lives.

Each slide includes thought-provoking questions, designed to help students reflect and engage in meaningful discussions. Ideal for religious education, this resource fosters a deeper understanding of the true meaning of Holy Week and Jesus' teachings.

The two resources I am including in this bundle are sold separately. Below is the list of what you will receive. You can click on each link to read a detailed description of each product.

This resource includes:

• Slide 1: What is Holy Week? (English and Spanish Version)
• Slide 2: Palm Sunday (English and Spanish Version)
• Slide 3: Holy Monday (English and Spanish Version)
• Slide 4: Holy Tuesday (English and Spanish Version)
• Slide 5: Holy Wednesday / Spy Wednesday (English and Spanish Version)
• Slide 6: Maundy Thursday (English and Spanish Version)
• Slide 7: Holy Friday - Part I (English and Spanish Version)
• Slide 8: Holy Friday - Part II (English and Spanish Version)
• Slide 9: Holy Saturday (English and Spanish Version)
• Slide 10: Easter Sunday / Resurrection Sunday (English and Spanish Version)
• Slide 11: Holy Week Around The World (English and Spanish Version)
• Slide 12: We Have Learned About ...Holy Week (English and Spanish Version)

Formats:

• Powerpoint
• PDF
• Google Slides
• Keynote
• JPG images

Happy Holy Week!

Looking for a fun and engaging way to brush up on addition, multiplication, and division word problems? Look no further than Rock, Paper, Scissors... Math! This innovative resource combines the classic game you love with practical math exercises, transforming drill time into an interactive adventure.
Here's how Rock, Paper, Scissors... Math benefits students:

• Master the Fundamentals: Gain a solid understanding of addition, multiplication, and division through a variety of word problems that challenge your thinking.
• Level Up Problem-Solving Skills: Learn to break down complex word problems into manageable steps, boosting your ability to tackle any math challenge.
• Sharpen Critical Thinking: Think critically to identify key information and choose the correct operation to solve each problem.
• Build Math Confidence: Step-by-step explanations and helpful tips ensure you grasp the concepts and conquer word problems with ease.
• Fun and Engaging: Say goodbye to boring drills! Rock, Paper, Scissors... Math injects excitement into learning, keeping you motivated and engaged.

Rock, Paper, Scissors... Math is perfect for students of all levels, from those needing a quick refresher to those seeking to solidify their grasp of essential math operations. So, ditch the flashcards and get ready to learn with a smile!

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Setting SMART Goals is a lesson that helps students identify and plan goals for school or their personal life by utilizing the SMART method of goal planning (Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, Timely). This is a great lesson to start off a new semester or a new year.

In these lessons, students are provided with an introduction to the goals methodology and suggested resources for whole class activities are included to introduce the lessons. Next, students brainstorm with a small group and then work individually to craft their own individual goal. This project was created for middle school students but would easily be adaptable to any age group.

This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.

Files Included with this Lesson

• Teacher Notes and Resources

• Introduction to SMART Goal Planning (student handout)

• Instructions for Group Brainstorming Activity

• Individual Goal Planning Brainstorming Worksheet

• Individual Goal Planning Final Goal Worksheet

• Follow up Activity (progress check)

• Project Rubric

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This is an engaging digital breakout room that is NO PREP! Students will enjoy this digital breakout website that has them solve four logic puzzles to find all the necessary keys to beat the leprechauns puzzle and win the pot of gold! Students will use the Google Form that's embedded in the website to fill in their guesses for the passwords. They will get an immediate response on whether their guess was correct, (which will allow them to go to the next rooms submission), or tell them to try again. This website is great for struggling readers as well because an AI avatar is able to read all directions/information aloud to the student if needed.

Winter, Christmas, Kwanzaa, Hanukkah/Chanukah Mad Gab Gibberish Game: Bring holiday cheer to your classroom with these Mad Gab-style winter and Christmas babble games!

Bundle and Save 15%: This bundle includes the differentiated single-player game and the team game. The Deluxe bundle offers flexibility with multiple game modes, which broadens its appeal to both competitive and non-competitive students.

Celebrate the holidays these Mad Gab-style Christmas and Winter Holiday Games that guarantees laughter, learning, and endless engagement!

Babbles are mainly Christmas, ala Santa Claus, but include other winter holidays and celebrations, such as Kwanzaa, Hanukkah/Chanukah, New Year, Boxing Day, and people, places, and things related to the winter season.

TRY BEFORE YOU BUY! Play the preview versions to get an idea of what to expect. This is the best way to experience the game before purchasing.

Want more holiday fun? Try the Ultimate Winter Holiday Game Bundle that includes Escape Room, Millionaire, and Babble games.

Key Features:

• Festive Music & Animated Characters: Holiday tunes and delightful animations immerse students in the winter season.

• Differentiation Options:

  • Timed & Scored Game: Challenge learners to race against the clock for high scores.
  • Timed Only: Test speed without focusing on scores.
  • Scored Only: No rush—just accuracy and fun.
  • No Pressure Mode: Perfect for a relaxed classroom vibes.

• Automatic scoring and self-correcting answer key. Learners get immediate notification of correct or incorrect answers.

• Unlimited Replay option: Questions are selected randomly from a pool. There is well over 200 babble cards in total. This makes it possible to produce a unique quiz with each replay attempt. (That's right; they can play each day leading up to winter break and not get the same game twice, giving you the biggest bang for you buck when you buy once and play throughout the entire holiday season!) In addition, new questions will be added to the pool periodically to keep the pool robust.

• Learners are acknowledged by the name they entered when launching the game.

• No macros = play on any device.

• A Google account is not required!

Why Students Love It:

• It's so much fun!
• They have a choice in gameplay (singler-player game).

Why Teachers Love It:

• Engages students with a mix of fun, learning, and teamwork.
• Works for any grade level—though babble complexity is varied.
• No-prep, ready-to-play format saves teachers time.

Perfect For:

• Holiday parties
• Brain breaks
• Indoor recess
• Seasonal review days

Make these Christmas & Winter Holiday Games the highlight of your classroom this season!

What to Expect:

You'll receive a PDF file with a link to the online games. This content is not editable. While I'll update the game periodically, I will do my best to retain the same link. After purchasing, you'll be notified about any updates to this product.

Help Me Get Better:

If you encounter any issues, please reach out to me at zaneylaneylearning@gmail.com before posting a negative review. I have a lot of ideas, and I'm trying my best to present an error-free, high-quality product. Again, please play the preview version. This is the best way to understand how the game works and is also the best way to avoid surprises after purchase.

Please let me know if you would like to see additional examples or have suggestions for other uses/topics.

Our interactive lessons and practical tips will teach kids the life-long skills they need to maintain a well-organized and efficient kitchen. Say goodbye to spoiled food and hello to a well-managed food storage system! 

Join us in creating a future generation of responsible food handlers and unleash the potential of your kitchen. Let your students identify where the food goes and let the sorting adventure begin!

In this lesson, students learn fun facts about Columbus Day and Indigenous People's Day, as they complete a WebQuest (Internet Scavenger Hunt) to answer questions about the topic. A complete answer key is provided for easy grading, along with resources for both teachers and students. Two versions of the WebQuest are included to let teachers print the questions or to provide them digitally as an interactive page in an editable Microsoft PowerPoint file. Additionally, a word search puzzle with answer key is included, perfect for early finishers or to use as a part of the lesson.

This lesson was designed for middle school (grades 6-8) but could be used in upper elementary as well.

This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.

Files Included:

• Teacher & Student Resources

• WebQuest questions for students - print and digital versions (editable)

• WebQuest Answer Key (non-editable, .pdf)

• Word Search Puzzle with Answer Key

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This is an engaging digital breakout room that is NO PREP! Students will enjoy this digital breakout website that has them solve four logic puzzles to find all the necessary keys to unlock the locks which is forcing a giant snow machine to cause blizzards all over the world. Students will use the Google Form that's embedded in the website to fill in their guesses for the passwords. They will get an immediate response on whether their guess was correct, (which will allow them to go to the next rooms submission), or tell them to try again. This website is great for struggling readers as well because an AI avatar is able to read all directions/information aloud to the student if needed.

Winter, Christmas, Kwanzaa, Hanukkah/Chanukah Mad Gab, Incohearent, Gibberish/Jibber Jabber Game: Bring holiday cheer to your classroom with this differentiated Mad Gab-style winter and Christmas babble game! Featuring festive music, animated characters, and 30 random holiday babbles from a pool of 200+, it’s perfect for unlimited replay. Customizable game modes: timed, scored, or stress-free - giving learners a choice on how to play.

Celebrate the holidays this single-player Mad Gab-style Christmas and Winter Holiday Game that guarantees laughter, learning, and endless engagement! Designed for fun and differentiation, this game offers 30 randomly selected babbles drawn from a massive pool of over 200 phrases for unlimited replay value - buy once and play throughout the holiday season!

Babbles are mainly Christmas, ala Santa Claus, but include other winter holidays and celebrations, such as Kwanzaa, Hanukkah/Chanukah, New Year, Boxing Day, and people, places, and things related to the winter season.

TRY BEFORE YOU BUY! Play the preview version to get an idea of what to expect. This is the best way to experience the game before purchasing.

Do your students enjoy competition? Try the Team Version of this game (includes all of the questions in the single-player game, plus a few more.)

Bundle and Save:

• Winter Holiday Babble Deluxe (Single Player and Team)
• Ultimate Winter Holiday Bundle (Escape Room, Millionaire, Babble)

Key Features:

• Festive Music & Animated Characters: Holiday tunes and delightful animations immerse students in the winter season.

• Differentiation Options:

  • Timed & Scored Game: Challenge learners to race against the clock for high scores.
  • Timed Only: Test speed without focusing on scores.
  • Scored Only: No rush—just accuracy and fun.
  • No Pressure Mode: Perfect for a relaxed classroom vibe.

• Spelling Forgiveness: Makes gameplay accessible to all learners by considering common mispellings as correct answers - after all, it's a babble game, not a spelling bee contest!

• Automatic scoring and self-correcting answer key. Learners get immediate notification of correct or incorrect answers.

• Unlimited Replay option: Questions are selected randomly from a pool. There are well over 200 babble cards in total. This makes it possible to produce a unique game with each replay attempt. (That's right; they can play each day leading up to winter break and not get the same game twice, giving you the biggest bang for you buck when you buy once and play throughout the entire holiday season!) In addition, new babbles will be added to the pool periodically to keep the pool robust.

• Learners are acknowledged by the name they entered when launching the game.

• No macros = play on any device.

• A Google account is not required!

Why Students Love It:

• It's so much fun!
• Capitalization and common spelling errors don't matter.
• They have a choice in gameplay.
• They'll enjoy uncovering some of the same phrases using different babbles.

Why Teachers Love It:

• Engages students with a mix of fun, learning, and teamwork.
• Works for any grade level—though babble complexity is varied.
• No-prep, ready-to-play format saves teachers time.

Perfect For:

• Holiday parties
• Brain breaks
• Indoor recess
• Seasonal review days

Make this Christmas & Winter Holiday Game the highlight of your classroom this season!

What to Expect:

You'll receive a PDF file with a link to the online game. This content is not editable. While I'll update the game periodically, I will do my best to retain the same link. After purchasing, you'll be notified about any updates to this product.

Help Me Get Better:

If you encounter any issues, please reach out to me at zaneylaneylearning@gmail.com before posting a negative review. I have a lot of ideas, and I'm trying my best to present an error-free, high-quality product. Again, please play the preview version. This is the best way to understand how the game works and is also the best way to avoid surprises after purchase.

Please let me know if you would like to see additional examples or have suggestions for other uses/topics.

Struggling to master comparing coin amounts? Wish there was a way to make learning fun and engaging? Look no further! Our interactive Coin Change Comparison tool is the ultimate weapon in your math arsenal! ️

Here's what makes it the perfect fit for students:

• Drag & Drop Magic: Simply drag and drop coins into virtual boxes, making counting a breeze! No more fumbling with real coins.
• Effortless Comparison: See it at a glance! Use greater than (>) and less than (<) symbols to instantly compare the value of different coin combinations.
• Learning for All Levels: Whether you're a beginner or looking for a refresher, our user-friendly interface caters to all learning styles. ‍‍
• Engaging Activities: Dive into fun and interactive exercises that reinforce key coin change comparison skills. Learning doesn't have to be boring!
• Boost Math Prowess: Sharpen your problem-solving skills and build a strong foundation for future math concepts.
• Empower Your Journey: Take control of your learning! Explore at your own pace and unlock a world of mathematical possibilities.

Get ahead in class, build confidence, and unlock the magic of math! Join the Coin Change Comparison revolution today!

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In this lesson, students learn more about what makes an effective infographic as they analyze existing infographics and then create their own. Included with the lesson is a Microsoft PowerPoint presentation for whole class instruction (editable) to learn about infographics and analyze them as a class. Infographics with discussion questions are included in the PowerPoint. Next, students choose a topic of interest, research their topic and then create an infographic using Piktochart (www.piktochart.com), a free Web 2.0 tool that does not require download. A Quick Start Guide for the program is included to help students navigate the program. Topic suggestions are included in the teacher/student resource material. These infographics look great printed and displayed in the hallways!

This lesson was designed for middle school (grades 6-8) but could be used in upper elementary grades or high school as well. It can be used for any subject that wants to incorporate technology in a lesson.

This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.

Files included:

• Teacher & Student Resources

• Infographics Presentation (whole class with discussion questions) in MS PowerPoint (editable)

• Research worksheet (two versions – for individual or teams)

• Infographic Project: Student expectations, instructions and grading rubric

• Quick start tutorial for Piktochart

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Feeling overwhelmed? Stressed about exams? School life can be a rollercoaster! Vibe Check-In is your secret weapon to navigate it all.

This engaging activity is designed specifically for students to CRUSH their self-care goals! Through thought-provoking questions, you'll DEEP DIVE into your well-being and IDENTIFY what makes you tick.

Here's what Vibe Check-In has in store for you:

• Unlock the Power of Self-Care: Learn about mental, physical, and emotional well-being and how they all work together.
• Explore Awesome Self-Care Strategies: From mindfulness exercises to healthy habits, discover tools to boost your energy and focus. ‍♀️
• Become a Self-Care Master: Gain a powerful understanding of how self-care impacts your overall health and happiness! ✨

Vibe Check-In is your one-stop shop for self-reflection and prioritizing your needs. It's the key to a healthy, balanced student life that lets you THRIVE – not just survive!

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This unit gives students a new way to plan goals and create a visual representation of them as they create a vision board using the free Web 2.0 tool Canva (www.canva.com), Microsoft PowerPoint or Google Slides. Canva does not require download, making it easy for teachers who are not able to download software on classroom computers to still give their students a choice in learning. Options for using Microsoft PowerPoint or Google Slides are also included for use if the teacher prefers.

In these lessons, students are provided with a quick tutorial for Canva, as well as links to other resources to help them with their designs. The tutorial is intended to help students get started with the program and then use the resources within the program to refine their creations. Links are included to tutorials for Microsoft PowerPoint and Google Slides.

Students start this unit by learning about vision boards and looking at some examples before planning their own. Next, they search for non-copyrighted pictures, quotes and words to convey their goals and create a vision board using Canva (PowerPoint or Slides). Teacher and student resources are provided for the lesson, along with full instructions and project expectation, including a grading rubric. Three versions of the assignment are included: One that includes all software choices, one that includes only Canva, and one that includes only the Microsoft PowerPoint and Google Slides options. A sample vision board is also included, as well as links to other examples. Links for tutorials are provided for all suggested software choices in the student resources and a Quick Start Tutorial Guide is included for Canva. All student resources are fully editable, so that it can be easily modified for any classroom.

If you prefer, this lesson can be done without access to student computers, using poster board and pictures cut from magazines (see full supply list for this option below). A version of those instructions is also included.

Perfect for the beginning of the school year or the New Year to set goals, this lesson can be used in technology, AVID, leadership or similar classes. This lesson was designed for middle school (grades 6-8) but could be used in any secondary classroom.

This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.

Materials Required:

• Computers with Internet access for each student (or pair of students)

• Software such as Microsoft PowerPoint or Google Slides (optional if students are using Canva)

• If you want to do this project without computers, you will need these supplies for each student:

o Poster board
o Scissors
o Glue/tape
o Magazines for pictures
o Markers/pens
o Colored Paper
o Stickers (optional)

Files included:

• Teacher & Student Resources
• Planning a Vision Board – Student Instructions & Expectations (editable)
• Planning a Vision Board – Student Worksheet (editable)
• Vision Board Creation Project in Canva, MS PowerPoint or Google Slides – Student Expectations and Grading Rubric (3 editable versions)
• Vision Board Creation Project – Paper version for use without computers – Student Expectations and Grading Rubric (editable)
• Quick Start Tutorial for Canva
• Sample Vision Board

Approximate Lesson Duration:

• Introduction to project and student planning sheet: 1 (50 minute) class period
• Vision Board Creation Project including research: 2-3 (50 minute) class periods

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With our engaging game, "Counting Hearts in a Jar," children will have a blast while developing their counting skills and learning numbers! This interactive activity is designed to aid students in mastering the art of counting by challenging them to identify and select the correct number of hearts concealed in a jar. By participating in this game, children will actively engage with numbers, enhancing their problem-solving abilities and critical thinking skills. Moreover, this educational game promotes hand-eye coordination and concentration, providing a well-rounded learning experience. "Counting Hearts in a Jar" offers an enjoyable and effective way to help students build a solid foundation in counting, making math enjoyable and accessible to children of all ages. Start counting and discovering the wonders of numbers with our captivating game today!

In this lesson, students learn more about what cyberbullying is and how to deal with it. The objective of this lesson is to help students understand kindness and discretion when using social media sites, texting, and interacting with others through other technology. Included with the lesson is a Microsoft PowerPoint presentation for whole class instruction (editable) to start discussion. Next, students choose a topic about cyberbullying and brainstorm ways to deal with that issue as they create a poster using Poster My Wall (www.postermywall.com), a free Web 2.0 tool that does not require download. A Quick Start Guide for the program is included to help students navigate the program. These posters make a great addition to a school website, or can be printed and displayed in the hallways.

This is a great activity for the beginning of the school year to set the tone for expectations in online activity and communications. This lesson is suitable for technology classes, for counselors, or in any class that will use the Internet.

This lesson was designed for middle school (grades 6-8) but could be used in upper elementary grades or high school as well.

This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.

Files included:

• Teacher & Student Resources

• Understanding Cyberbullying – Editable Microsoft PowerPoint presentation

• Student Instructions, Expectations and Grading Rubric for Cyberbullying Poster Project

• Quick Start Guide for Poster My Wall

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