$5 - $10 Elementary School Creative Writing Resources (by date, latest first)

One-stop shop for Valentine's Day! Valentine crafts, writing, and math to keep your students engaged! Easy, low-prep, differentiated activities to make planning easier. Great for sub-plans!

What you get:

• Valentine Writing and Craft Activity complete with writing prompts
• Differentiated Math Packet, Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication and Division
• Valentine's Day editable bookmarks, black and white and color
• Valentine's Day Digital Activity slides

Bring the ocean to life in your classroom with this engaging Ocean Themed Bundle! Packed with activities that build fine motor skills, reading, writing, and vocabulary, this bundle is a treasure trove for early learners.

Contents:
This Ocean Themed Bundle includes four exciting activities, each designed to promote hands-on learning while keeping students engaged with ocean-themed fun:

1. Write the Room: Students will search the room for 12 ocean-themed images and record their findings on one of four tracking sheets. Two options are available for early learners with images and two with primary lines for more advanced learners.
2. Lacing Cards: Featuring ocean animals, these lacing cards have easy-to-punch holes for students to thread a string or lace through, building their fine motor skills.
3. Cut and Paste Crafts: Students will cut out pieces of ocean-themed objects and glue them together, creating fun crafts while improving their scissor and gluing skills.
4. Play Dough Mats: Each mat displays an ocean object that students will replicate using play dough, with an "I Can" statement at the bottom to encourage skill-building.
5. Three Part Cards Sorting Activity: There are two forms of flashcards included students will match. One card has the image and name on it and then other form of card has the image on one part and the name on a separate part.

How the Product is Used:
Teachers can easily prepare these activities by printing each component on 8.5x11 sheets. For the Write the Room activity, the images are placed around the room for students to find and identify. The Lacing Cards just need their holes punched for threading. The Cut and Paste Crafts are printed and ready to be cut out and assembled by students. Finally, the Play Dough Mats invite students to mold ocean objects with play dough, encouraging creativity and fine motor practice.

Why You’ll Love This Product:
This Ocean Themed Bundle is a go-to resource for teachers looking to combine fine motor skill development with engaging, hands-on learning. Each activity is not only fun but educational, helping students improve their reading, writing, and vocabulary while also reinforcing their motor skills. With ocean-themed visuals, this bundle keeps students motivated, while the variety of activities means it can be used across different centers or lessons. It’s a perfect addition for classrooms that want to dive deep into ocean-themed units!

Features:

• Write the Room activity with 12 ocean-themed images and 4 tracking sheets.
• Lacing Cards featuring ocean animals with easy-punch holes.
• Cut and Paste Crafts that feature ocean objects for cutting and assembling.
• Play Dough Mats with ocean-themed objects and “I Can” statements for modeling.
• 8.5x11 inch pages for easy preparation and use.
• Focuses on building fine motor skills, reading, writing, and vocabulary.

How This Product Can Be Used in the Classroom or Other Educational Settings:

1. Ocean-themed unit study: This bundle complements lessons about marine life and ocean ecosystems, providing hands-on activities that reinforce content.
2. Fine motor centers: Perfect for use in fine motor skills stations or centers, allowing students to practice cutting, lacing, and molding.
3. Writing and vocabulary development: The Write the Room and Play Dough Mats help students strengthen their vocabulary, reading, and writing skills.
4. Indoor recess or sensory play: The play dough mats and lacing cards can be used for indoor recess or calming sensory activities.
5. Early finisher activities: Keep students engaged with these fun, independent tasks when they finish other work early.

Related Products

⭐ *Growing Bundle* Write the Room bundle, Holidays, animals, counting

⭐ Clip Cards Bundle, Counting 0-10 or 0-20

⭐ Scissors Skills Bundle, Fine Motor Skills for Early Learners

⭐ Lacing Cards Bundle, Fine Motor Skills for Preschoolers GROWING BUNDLE

Looking for fun and engaging February writing activities? This Mystery Valentine Writing Packis the perfect resource to inspire creativity and celebrate Valentine’s Day in your classroom! Packed with a Valentine's Day writing prompt, guided drafting pages, student valentine craft activity, and a complete bulletin board kit, this resource will have your students brainstorming, writing, and proudly showcasing their work. Designed for grades 3-5, this Valentine-themed activity is a must-have for your February lesson plans.

Here’s What’s Inside:

❤️ Brainstorm Pre-Write Page: Spark ideas with a Valentine-themed prompt and an easy-to-use organizer to structure student stories.
❤️ Drafting Pages: Keep students on track with guided pages for the beginning, middle, and end, featuring key questions to develop their mystery story.
❤️ Publishing Paper: Valentine’s Day-themed templates give students a polished and festive way to publish their writing.
❤️ Student Valentine Craft: A creative craft for students to showcase a scene from their story—perfect for adding personality to your bulletin board!
❤️ Bulletin Board Kit: Complete with **red and pink borders, Valentine-themed letters, and eye-catching graphics **for an easy and festive classroom display.

Why Teachers Love It:

✔️ February Writing Prompt and Activities: Perfect for Valentine’s Day lessons or as part of your February curriculum.
✔️ Engages Grades 3-5: Age-appropriate and developmentally aligned to help upper elementary students succeed.
✔️ Valentine’s Day Activities Made Easy: Combines writing, creativity, and classroom decor into one seamless resource.
✔️ All-in-One Bulletin Board Kit: Save time with a ready-to-use display that shows off your students' writing.

Ways to Use This Pack:

• Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a fun and interactive classroom writing activity.
• Incorporate into your February writing centers or morning work.
• Use as a creative writing project leading up to Valentine’s Day.
• Display student work with the included bulletin board kit to make your classroom pop!

This resource is perfect for teachers searching for February writing prompts, Valentine’s Day classroom activities, or an easy-to-prep creative writing lesson.

Download now to make this Valentine’s Day unforgettable for your students—and stress-free for you!

Start the New Year Right with Engaging SEL Activities & Bulletin Board Crafts for 2025! Celebrate 2025 with this New Year Activities Bundle designed for grades 3-6. This bundle includes goal-setting worksheets to help students set personal goals and a January bulletin board kit to build a positive classroom community. Perfect for promoting social-emotional learning (SEL), growth mindset, and personal reflection.

What’s Included in the Bundle:

1.Goal Setting & Reflection Pack (Grades 3-6)

• Kickstart the year with goal-setting activities that inspire students to set personal goals with the One Word Goal Setting Activity. Promote self-awareness and goal tracking through student worksheets and reflection prompts.
• Foster growth mindset and social-emotional learning (SEL) as students reflect on the year ahead.

2. January Bulletin Board Kit: Adjective Portrait Activity

• Build a positive classroom environment with this fun, interactive Adjective Portrait activity. Students will create unique portraits using descriptive adjectives that showcase their strengths and personalities.
• This craft is ideal for January classroom displays, enhancing your classroom décor while promoting community-building.

Why This Bundle is Perfect for Your Classroom:

• Easy Prep: Simply print and go! Perfect for busy teachers needing quick, engaging activities.
• Goal Setting Focus: Set the tone for the year with goal-setting activities that emphasize self-reflection, personal growth, and goal tracking.
• SEL-Centered: Incorporates social-emotional learning to help students build a positive classroom community.
• Interactive Crafts: Both activities encourage creative expression while reinforcing positive growth mindset.
• Great for New Year’s Lessons: Start 2025 strong with activities designed for the beginning of the year.

Perfect for:

• New Year’s goal-setting activities
• Classroom community-building
• Creative bulletin board ideas
• Growth mindset development
• Social-emotional learning (SEL) reinforcement
• Personal reflection and goal tracking

I hope you find this resource just as helpful for your students as it has been for mine!

How to Earn TeachShare Credits for Future Purchases:

• Visit Your My Purchases Page: Navigate to your TeachShare account and locate your purchase history.
• Submit Feedback: Click the “Provide Feedback” button next to each purchase.
• Rate and Comment: Give a quick rating and leave a brief comment about the product.
• Receive TeachShare Credits: Your feedback will earn you credits for future TeachShare purchases.
• Report Errors or Suggestions: If you notice any errors or have suggestions, please let me know in the Q&A section before leaving negative feedback. I’m committed to improving my products and appreciate the chance to address any issues. Thank you for your support!

©mrsbaileyandherclass2024

Engage your 3rd-5th grade students with this interactive and comprehensive resource for learning comparative and superlative adjectives! This Comparative and Superlative Adjectives Flip Book includes 12 differentiated worksheets, 3 formats for varied learning needs, and a list of creative writing prompts that provide ample opportunities for practice. Perfect for whole-class instruction, small groups, or independent work, this resource will help students master these important grammar concepts with fun and interactive activities.

What's Included in This Resource:

• Comparative and Superlative Adjectives Flip Book: A hands-on, interactive book to guide students through the rules and examples of comparative and superlative adjectives.
• 12 Worksheets: Tailored for different learning levels with 3 differentiated formats, ensuring students work at their own pace while mastering adjective comparisons.
• Writing Prompts: Creative prompts designed to give students continued practice using comparative and superlative adjectives in context.

Why You’ll Love This Resource:

• Differentiated for All Learners: With three unique worksheet formats, this resource supports learners of varying abilities and provides different levels of challenge.
• Comprehensive Practice: In addition to worksheets, the flip book and writing prompts provide multiple modes of practice for students to grasp the concepts fully.
• Interactive and Fun: The flip book is a hands-on way to learn, making grammar lessons engaging and memorable.
• Supports Grammar Mastery: By using the worksheets, writing prompts, and flip book, your students will gain fluency in comparative and superlative adjectives through practice.

Perfect For:

• Classroom instruction and group activities
• Differentiating grammar practice for diverse learners
• Independent practice, homework, and extended learning
• Reviewing and reinforcing grammar concepts
• A fun, engaging way to teach important adjective rules

Enhance your students’ grammar skills today! This Comparative and Superlative Adjectives Flip Book and worksheet set is ideal for reinforcing adjective usage in your classroom. Whether for class lessons, homework, or additional practice, this resource will help your students confidently apply comparative and superlative adjectives in both writing and speaking. Download now and make learning grammar fun and effective!

I hope you find this resource just as helpful for your students as it has been for mine!

How to Earn TeachShare Credits for Future Purchases:

• Visit Your My Purchases Page: Navigate to your TeachShare account and locate your purchase history.
• Submit Feedback: Click the “Provide Feedback” button next to each purchase.
• Rate and Comment: Give a quick rating and leave a brief comment about the product.
• Receive TeachShare Credits: Your feedback will earn you credits for future TeachShare purchases.
• Report Errors or Suggestions: If you notice any errors or have suggestions, please let me know in the Q&A section before leaving negative feedback. I’m committed to improving my products and appreciate the chance to address any issues. Thank you for your support!

©mrsbaileyandherclass2024

Kick off the New Year with meaningful goal-setting and reflection activities!

This New Year’s Activities & One Word Reflection Pack is designed for grades 3-6, making it easy to inspire students as they set goals and choose their Word of the Year. With over 200 pages, this resource is packed with guided prompts, brainstorming sheets, customizable templates, and fun bonus activities like word searches and coloring pages. Whether you're looking for New Year’s writing activities, morning work, or engaging independent centers, this pack has you covered.

What’s Included in These New Year’s Activities:

• Goal-Setting & Reflection Prompts
  Scaffolded questions encourage students to think critically about their goals, areas for growth, and hopes for 2025.
• Word of the Year Activities
  Help students select a meaningful Word of the Year with brainstorming tools, pre-filled options, and creative templates.
• Customizable Templates
  Includes blank and pre-filled templates to meet your students' needs and make your New Year’s One Word lesson plans simple.
• Future-Proof Design: Includes content for New Year’s Activities for 2025-2030, giving you a resource you can use for six years.

Bonus Activities:
Word Search: Inspire students with fun, motivating Words of the Year.

Word Creation Challenge: Encourage creativity by forming new words from "Happy New Year!"

Coloring Page: Add a creative flair to your New Year’s celebration.

Why Teachers Love It:

• Perfect for Grades 3-6: Engaging and age-appropriate for upper elementary students.
• Flexible Use: Works as writing activities, morning work, or centers.
• Low-Prep Solution: Print-and-go materials save you planning time.
• Builds Reflection & Community: Students share their Word of the Year and goals, fostering connection.
• Fun and Creative: Bonus activities like the word search keep students excited about New Year’s classroom activities.

How This Solves Teacher Problems:

✅ Need New Year’s activities for grades 3-6? This ready-to-go pack has everything!
✅ Searching for engaging New Year’s One Word lessons? Includes reflection prompts and creative templates.
✅ Want meaningful reflections for goal-setting? Activities are scaffolded for easy use.
✅ Looking for a resource to last multiple years? Covers New Year’s classroom activities for 2025-2030.

Kick off your New Year’s lessons with confidence and creativity! This pack includes everything you need for New Year’s goal writing and One Word activities tailored for upper elementary students in grades 3-6. Whether it’s goal-setting, literacy challenges, or reflection prompts, this resource has you covered.

Grab the New Year’s Goal Writing & One Word Reflection Pack today and start the new year on the right note!

Link to Become A Google Slides Resource™ Included!

Spark creativity in your students with these exciting picture prompts! Each prompt features an imaginative scene, two guiding questions, and two sentence starters to inspire descriptive and creative writing. Perfect for writing centers, assignments, or independent practice, this resource will engage students and make writing fun. Easy to use and ready to print, it’s a must-have for any upper elementary classroom!

Included:

- 30 Black and White Printables

- 30 Color Printables

- Options to Project 30 Color Printables on a Screen

- Each Page Includes: 

• A Picture Prompt
• 2 Guiding Questions to Inspire Creativity
• 2 Optional Story Starters

To come

Elevate your middle school students' narrative writing skills with this winter-themed essay planning guide. This resource features 10 captivating, holiday-themed photos, ranging from a snowman on the beach to a gingerbread family on the run, Krampus enjoying hot chocolate, and a pirate ship bathed in green holiday lights. These images are perfect for sparking creativity and guiding students through the narrative writing process.

Learning Objectives:

• Enhance the ability to plan and draft a narrative story that is both engaging and imaginative.
• Encourage creativity while ensuring narratives encompass all essential elements of a structured narrative text.

What's Inside:

• 10 double sided planning guides, one for each photo!
• Detailed graphic organizers to assist students in exploring the setting, characters, conflict, and resolution.
• A Google Slides presentation featuring each high-interest photo for classroom projection, facilitating the introduction of each new writing prompt.

How to Use:

• Day 1: Display the photo prompt using the slides and encourage students to brainstorm ideas with the graphic organizer.
• Day 2: Start drafting the narrative, drawing inspiration from the vivid image.
• Day 3: Continue the narrative, adding details and developing the storyline.
• Day 4: Conduct peer reviews or teacher feedback sessions, followed by revisions and editing.
• Day 5: Publish the final narrative piece, celebrating the students' creative achievements.

Standards Alignment:

• Aligned with CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.5.3 through W.8.3, ensuring the resource meets educational standards for narrative writing.

Formats Available:

• A ready-to-use PDF for printouts and a Google Slides version for seamless classroom integration.

Usage Scenario:

• Ideal for middle school teachers to use as a standalone writing unit, an extension activity, or as a part of a choice board for students.

Highlights:

• Engaging and diverse photo prompts: Each image is carefully chosen to resonate with middle school students, featuring themes like winter holidays, mythical creatures, adventure, and family.
• Classroom-ready: The Google Slides format allows for easy introduction of each writing prompt, while print-ready PDFs ensure quick and effortless preparation.

Transform your classroom's narrative writing approach with this captivating, standards-aligned essay planning guide. Watch as your students' imaginations soar with each unique and inspiring photo prompt!

Inspire your middle school students to craft vivid narratives with this autumn-themed essay planning guide. This resource includes 10 high-quality, fall-themed photos, from a turkey taking a trip, to a mysterious ghost family feast, to a lone parade float on an abandoned street, perfect for sparking imagination and guiding students through the narrative writing process.

Learning Objectives:

• Develop the ability to plan and draft a narrative story that captivates and engages.
• Foster creativity and ensure narratives include all essential elements of a well-structured narrative text.

What's Inside:

• A structured 5-day cycle for each picture prompt, guiding students from initial brainstorming to the final draft.
• Detailed graphic organizers are designed to help students explore the setting, characters, conflict, and resolution in depth.
• A GoogleSlides presentation with each high-interest photo for classroom projection, making it easy to introduce each new writing prompt.

How to Use:

• Day 1: Project the photo prompt using the slides and encourage students to brainstorm ideas with the help of the graphic organizer.
• Day 2: Begin drafting the narrative, drawing inspiration from the projected image.
• Day 3: Continue the narrative, weaving in details and developing the plot.
• Day 4: Conduct peer or teacher feedback sessions, followed by revisions and editing.
• Day 5: Publish the final narrative piece, celebrating the students' completed work.

Standards Alignment:

• Aligned with CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.5.3 through W.8.3, ensuring that the resource meets educational standards for narrative writing.

Formats Available:

• A ready-to-use PDF for printouts and a Google Slides for easy classroom display.

Usage Scenario:

• Ideal for middle school teachers to use as a standalone writing unit, an extension activity, or as part of a choice board for students.

Highlights:

• Engaging and diverse photo prompts: Each image is selected to appeal to middle school students, with themes including technology, society, animals, aviation, and more.
• Ready for the classroom: With the PowerPoint slides, you can easily introduce each writing prompt, while the print-ready PDFs make preparation quick and effortless.

Transform your classroom's approach to narrative writing with this engaging, standards-aligned essay planning guide. Watch as your students' creativity takes flight with each captivating photo prompt!

Transport your middle school ELA classroom to the world of Ray Bradbury with our expansive and engaging week-long lesson plan for "All Summer in a Day." Tailor-made for the curious and creative minds of grades 6-8, this resource is an ideal blend of reading, analysis, and creative expression, finely tuned for the middle school classroom.

What's Included:

• A Complete Text of "All Summer in a Day" Text included.
• 20+ Dynamic Slides: Bring the story to life with visually engaging slides that will capture your students' attention.
• Structured Socratic Seminar Plan: Fostering critical thinking, our Socratic seminar procedures and evidence writing guides encourage in-depth student-led discussion.
• Innovative Choice Board Extension Activities: Cater to different learning styles and keep students intrigued with a range of activities including essay writing, creative storytelling, and art.
• Creative Writing Opportunities: Challenge students with crafting an alternative ending to the story or expressing character perspectives through diary entries.
• Literary Analysis Essays: Guide your students in developing argumentative, informational, and correspondence essays with thought-provoking prompts.
• Comic Strip Creation: Combine art and narrative skills as students transform the text into a visual storyline.
• Film vs. Text Comparison: Deepen comprehension with a Venn diagram activity comparing the short film adaptation to the original text.

Ideal For:

• End-of-Year Engagement: Keep students motivated and learning until the last day with this immersive resource.
• Ready-Made Sub Plans: Detailed and easy to follow, this plan keeps your classroom on track even when you're away.
• Mini Dystopian Unit: Whether a standalone lesson or part of a larger dystopian study, this resource prompts critical thinking about society and technology.
• Flexible for Different Grades: Designed for middle school students, all activities are easily adjustable for higher or lower grades.

Perfect Pairing: This lesson plan complements the "Complete Week-Long Dystopian Unit Plan: 'The Pedestrian' by Ray Bradbury," offering a broader exploration of dystopian themes. Find it here: Complete Week-Long Dystopian Unit Plan.

Elevate your teaching with this multifaceted unit plan that will have your students eager to read, write, and discuss. This comprehensive package will not only save you planning time but also enrich your classroom discussions and creative output.

Included in this 12 week unit: Ultimate Middle School Short Story Bundle: 12 Week Engaging Suspense ELA Units (TeachShare.com)

Sizzle up your classroom with our Summer Picture Prompts narrative writing resource! This sun-soaked toolkit guides students through the narrative writing process, with the warmth and adventure of summer serving as their muse. From beach escapades to mysterious summer camps, each photo prompt is a splash into the ocean of creativity and narrative exploration.

What’s Inside:

• 23 Radiant Slides: A visual voyage that covers the nuts and bolts of a plot diagram, unveils the magic of showing vs. telling, and showcases 10 vibrant, summer-themed photo prompts.
• 10 Sizzling Summer Photo Prompts: Handpicked images that encapsulate the spirit of summer, igniting the spark of creativity in budding writers.
• In-depth Writing Guides: Accompanying each photo prompt is a 2-page planning guide, primed to assist students in brainstorming the sunlit settings, dynamic characters, and simmering conflicts, setting the stage for captivating stories.
• Show vs. Tell: Easy-to-grasp examples that show students how to vivify their stories, turning their writing into a vivid summer blockbuster.

Perfect For:

• ☑️ Creative Writing Classes under the sweltering sun
• ☑️ Choice Boards for sunny selection
• ☑️ Extension Activities for those long summer days
• ☑️ Writing Units that need a splash of warmth
• ☑️ Homework Assignments as bright as the summer sky

Why You’ll Love It:

• ☑️ Ignites Creativity: Encourages students to don their creative hats, crafting unique stories inspired by engaging picture prompts.
• ☑️ Boosts Writing Skills: Leads students through the narrative writing cycle, from brainstorming to the final bow, polishing their writing prowess.
• ☑️ Instills Key Writing Principles: Offers a practical approach to mastering crucial writing concepts like plot unfolding and sensory detail.
• ☑️ Versatile & Malleable: Perfect for a week of narrative adventures, a single sunlit class period, or integrated into a broader curriculum, adapting seamlessly to your teaching needs.
• ☑️ Ready-to-Use Ease: All set for immediate use, whether printed for a hands-on experience or shared digitally, easing your prep time under the sun.

Transform your teaching this summer with tales that are as vibrant and boundless as the season itself. Our Summer Picture Prompts resource isn’t just a collection of activities; it’s a launchpad into storytelling, critical thinking, and joy-filled writing. Whether you’re embarking on a creative writing voyage, searching for meaningful homework under the stars, or in need of lively extension activities, these picture prompts are your treasure map to a world of imaginative writing.

Let the spirit of summer fuel your classroom’s stories. Add our Summer Picture Prompts to your teaching arsenal today and watch your students’ writing blossom under the summer sun!

Inspire your students to unleash their creativity with our Spring Picture Prompts narrative writing resource! Designed specifically for 4th to 6th graders, this dynamic tool walks students through every step of the writing process using the beauty and renewal of spring as a backdrop. From St. Patrick's Day to the wonders of a spring park, each photo prompt is a doorway to imagination and storytelling.

What’s Inside:

• 23 Engaging Slides: A visual journey that introduces students to the elements of a plot diagram, the critical difference between showing vs. telling, and 10 unique, spring-inspired photo prompts.
• 10 Spring-Inspired Photo Prompts: Carefully selected images that capture the essence of spring, ready to spark creativity in young writers.
• Comprehensive Writing Guides: Each photo prompt is accompanied by a 2-page planning guide to help students brainstorm settings, characters, and conflicts, laying the foundation for well-structured stories.
• Show vs. Tell Examples: Clear, accessible examples to teach students how to bring their stories to life, making their writing more engaging and vivid.

Perfect For:

• ☑️ Creative Writing Classes
• ☑️ Choice Boards
• ☑️ Extension Activities
• ☑️ Writing Units
• ☑️ Homework Assignments

Why You'll Love It:

• ☑️ Fosters Creativity: Encourages students to think creatively, developing unique narratives based on intriguing picture prompts.
• ☑️ Enhances Writing Skills: Guides students through the narrative writing process, from brainstorming to publishing, enhancing their writing skills.
• ☑️ Teaches Critical Writing Concepts: Offers a hands-on approach to understanding and applying key writing concepts like plot development and descriptive writing.
• ☑️ Flexible & Adaptable: Use it for a week-long writing project, a single class period, or as part of a larger unit. It’s designed to fit your needs!
• ☑️ Print & Go Convenience: Everything you need is at your fingertips, ready to be printed or shared digitally, saving you valuable preparation time.

Transform your classroom this spring with narratives that bloom as brightly as the season itself. Our Spring Picture Prompts resource is not just a set of activities; it's a gateway to imagination, critical thinking, and joyous writing. Whether you're diving into a creative writing unit, looking for a meaningful homework assignment, or seeking engaging extension activities, these picture prompts are your key to a vibrant writing experience.

Capture the essence of spring in your classroom. Add our Spring Picture Prompts to your teaching toolkit today and watch your students' writing flourish!

Engage your students with this fun and educational Dog Breed Research Project, perfect for ELA, research, and presentation skills. Designed for grades 4-6, this 4-day project ties into the National Dog Show, making it an ideal activity for Thanksgiving week, injury-based projects, or even independent practice. Whether you’re planning lessons for a substitute teacher, prepping for Thanksgiving break, or looking for an engaging way to boost student creativity, this resource has you covered!

What’s Included Slide Deck

• Objectives and instructions for each day to keep students on task and organized.
• Clear visuals and examples to guide students through each step of the project.

Informational Text and Questions

• “The National Dog Show: A Paw-sitively Amazing Event” (500 words, 4th-grade level)
• 5 text-dependent questions aligned to CCSS for grades 4-6, focusing on main idea, text structure, and author’s craft.

Dog Breed Research Guide

• Easy-to-use, scaffolded guide for students to research a dog breed of their choice.
• Covers key topics like breed basics, history, personality traits, care, and fun facts.

Project Ideas

• Options for every learner, including posters, Google Slides, one-pagers, or creative skits.
• Encourages differentiation and hands-on learning.

How It WorksDay 1: Build Background Knowledge

• Students read a fun, Thanksgiving-themed informational text about the National Dog Show.
• Answer text-dependent questions to develop comprehension and critical thinking.

Day 2: Research

• Students choose a dog breed and use books, websites, or articles to gather information using the provided Research Guide.

Day 3: Create the Project

• Students bring their research to life by creating posters, digital slideshows, one-pagers, or other creative formats.

Day 4: Presentations

• Students practice public speaking as they present their projects to the class.
• Celebrate learning with fun reflections or breed-themed superlatives!

Why You’ll Love It✔ Versatile and Low-Prep: Ideal for independent work, sub plans, or busy weeks like Thanksgiving!
✔ Student-Led Learning: Encourages creativity and ownership of learning while building critical research and presentation skills.
✔ Cross-Curricular: Combines ELA, research skills, and public speaking with real-world connections to the National Dog Show.
✔ Differentiation Options: Students can choose their own breed and project format, making it accessible and engaging for all learners.

Perfect For:

• Thanksgiving Week Activities
• ELA Research Units
• Independent Practice or Homework Assignments
• Sub Plans
• Injury-Based or Long-Term Projects

Standards Alignment

• CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.4.1–4.5 (Reading Informational Texts)
• CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.4.7–4.8 (Research and Writing)
• CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.4.4 (Presentation Skills)

Bring learning to life and let your students explore the wonderful world of dog breeds! This 4-day project is not only a fun way to integrate ELA skills, but it’s also a great way to celebrate the unique bond between humans and dogs during the Thanksgiving season.

➡️ Add this resource to your lesson plans today and make your classroom a tail-wagging success!

Introduce your students to the traditions of Three Kings Day with this comprehensive Collection Bundle, designed to teach the values of cultural awareness, generosity, and humility. Through interactive PPT presentations, engaging Google Slides, creative crafts, and thoughtful printable worksheets, students will learn the deeper significance of this celebration. The activities guide children through the story of the Three Wise Men and the baby Jesus, helping them understand that giving is a gesture of the heart, not just for the Three Kings, but for everyone. Whether through material gifts or acts of kindness, the message of love and gratitude shines through each activity.

This resource offers a window into diverse cultural practices, making it ideal for sparking curiosity and creativity in the classroom while providing a meaningful cultural and educational experience. Students will gain a lasting understanding of Three Kings Day and its true significance.

This collection includes:

• Resource 1: Three Kings Day PowerPoint Presentation
• Resource 2: Three Kings Day Activity
• Resource 3: Three Kings Day Activity Google Slides
• Resource 4: Letter to The Three Wise Men

Happy Three Kings’ Day!

Are you looking for a great way to encourage creative writing in the classroom? With these writing prompts, designed for kindergarten, 1st grade, and 2nd grade, students can explore the seasons in a fun, imaginative way. Whether it's writing about snowflakes or dreaming up about being on the beach, these prompts will keep students excited about writing all year long. Get your students excited about writing as they share what they know and have learned. This packet contains several writing prompts that are on kid-friendly lined paper or secondary lined paper. Please visit each product and download the previews in order to view some of the prompts. You will see how cute these writing papers are. Enjoy!

End the School Year with a Bang! The Ultimate Celebration Bundle for Students

Tired of scrambling for last-minute activities? Wish you could wave goodbye to school year stress and create lasting memories for your students? Our exclusive End-of-School Year Celebration Bundle is here to save the day!

This jam-packed bundle has everything you need to turn those final school days into unforgettable fun.

Here's what makes it amazing for your students:

• Engaging Activities: We've got a treasure trove of creative games, puzzles, and projects to keep your students entertained and learning right up until the very last bell.
• Festive Decorations: Transform your classroom into a summery paradise with our vibrant decorations. It'll set the mood for celebration and make those end-of-year photos extra special!
• Stress-Free Fun: No more scrambling! This bundle provides everything you need in one convenient package. Save yourself time and focus on creating lasting memories with your students.
• Unforgettable Memories: Our activities are designed to be a blast, fostering laughter, reflection, and a sense of accomplishment as your students look back on a successful year.

Say goodbye to goodbyes that feel like good riddances! With our End-of-School Year Celebration Bundle, your students will leave school with smiles on their faces, hearts full of warm memories, and a head start on summer fun!

Order yours today and make this a school year ending they'll never forget!

Tips for Buyers

☺ Earn TeachShare credits for future purchases by providing feedback for paid products. (Feedback on free products is also greatly appreciated!)

☺ Follow me to receive notifications when new products are posted. You will also receive occasional messages alerting you to sales, promotions, and other exciting news.

☺ Don’t quite see what you are looking for? Leave me a note in the “Ask a Question” tab. I would be happy to create a product to meet the needs of you and your students.

⭐Questions? Send me an email at

Inspiredbymlg@outlook.com

Don't miss out on engaging, educational fun this Black History Month! The Ultimate Black History Month Bundle is your one-stop shop for jam-packed learning experiences for students in grades 3-8.
This incredible bundle is packed with:

• Fun and Interactive Activity Worksheets: Keep students engaged with a variety of activities that reinforce core learning concepts. From crosswords and puzzles to creative writing prompts and timeline building, these worksheets make Black history come alive!
• Captivating Google Slides Presentations: Bring Black history to life with visually-stunning Google Slides presentations. Packed with informative text, powerful images, and thought-provoking questions, these presentations will spark curiosity and ignite discussions in your classroom.

The Ultimate Black History Month Bundle benefits students by:

• Making Learning FUN! Engaging activities keep students motivated and interested in the rich history and culture of Black Americans.
• Building Core Skills: Activities are designed to reinforce reading comprehension, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Promoting Diversity and Inclusion: Students gain a deeper understanding of the contributions of Black Americans throughout history, fostering a more inclusive learning environment.

This bundle is perfect for:

• Teachers: Looking for ready-made, engaging Black History Month activities? This bundle is your time-saver!
• Homeschoolers: Provide a well-rounded Black history curriculum for your child.
• Parents: Supplement classroom learning and create enriching Black history learning experiences at home.

Get your Ultimate Black History Month Bundle today and watch your students blossom as they explore the power and importance of Black history!

☺ Earn TeachShare credits for future purchases by providing feedback for paid products. (Feedback on free products is also greatly appreciated!)

☺ Follow me to receive notifications when new products are posted. You will also receive occasional messages alerting you to sales, promotions, and other exciting news.

☺ Don’t quite see what you are looking for? Leave me a note in the “Ask a Question” tab. I would be happy to create a product to meet the needs of you and your students.

⭐Questions? Send me an email at

Inspiredbymlg@outlook.com

Dino Days Activity Book: Fuel Your Child's Inner Paleontologist with Roar-some Fun!

Calling all dino enthusiasts! Unleash the creativity and prehistoric passion within your child with Dino Days, the ultimate activity book bursting with engaging dinosaur adventures!

Here's what makes Dino Days the perfect companion for your little paleontologist:

• Coloring Capers: Spark imaginations and bring prehistoric giants to life with a vibrant collection of dinosaur coloring pages.
• Maze Mania: Navigate through cunningly crafted mazes, putting problem-solving skills to the test while encountering friendly dinosaurs along the way.
• Word Sleuth Challenge: Expand vocabulary and boost spelling knowledge with exciting dinosaur-themed word searches.
• More Than Just Games: Dino Days goes beyond coloring and puzzles, igniting a love for learning with captivating writing activities that fuel a passion for the prehistoric world.
• Rainy Day Rescue: Banish boredom on rainy days with Dino Days, providing hours of entertainment and creative learning opportunities indoors.
• Homeschool Hero: Dino Days is the perfect addition to any homeschool curriculum, making learning about dinosaurs engaging and interactive.
• Dino-Themed Party Perfection: Add an extra roar to your next dino-themed party with Dino Days, keeping young guests entertained and fostering a love for these fascinating creatures.

Benefits for Students:

• Enhanced Creativity and Imagination: Dino Days ignites a spark of creativity through coloring and activity-based learning, allowing children to express themselves and envision the prehistoric world.
• Improved Problem-Solving Skills: Navigate through mazes and solve puzzles, strategically maneuvering and developing essential problem-solving skills.
• Boosted Vocabulary and Spelling: Word search challenges introduce new dinosaur names and terminology, strengthening vocabulary and improving spelling skills in a fun and interactive way.
• Developed Writing Skills: Engaging writing activities encourage self-expression and a love for language, all while exploring the world of dinosaurs.
• Spark a Passion for Science: Dino Days fosters a love for science and paleontology, igniting a curiosity to learn more about dinosaurs and the prehistoric era.

Dino Days is the ultimate activity book for children who love dinosaurs!

☺ Earn TeachShare credits for future purchases by providing feedback for paid products. (Feedback on free products is also greatly appreciated!)

☺ Follow me to receive notifications when new products are posted. You will also receive occasional messages alerting you to sales, promotions, and other exciting news.

☺ Don’t quite see what you are looking for? Leave me a note in the “Ask a Question” tab. I would be happy to create a product to meet the needs of you and your students.

⭐Questions? Send me an email at

Inspiredbymlg@outlook.com

Engage your students in imaginative storytelling with this engaging activity! Students will plan and write their own Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas stories using a structured planning sheet. They'll brainstorm characters, setting,and plot, and then bring their ideas to life with creative writing. This activity promotes critical thinking, creativity, and writing skills while fostering a love of storytelling. Perfect for teachers looking for engaging and educational activities for the holiday season. No prep required!

☺ Earn TeachShare credits for future purchases by providing feedback for paid products. (Feedback on free products is also greatly appreciated!)

☺ Follow me to receive notifications when new products are posted. You will also receive occasional messages alerting you to sales, promotions, and other exciting news.

☺ Don’t quite see what you are looking for? Leave me a note in the “Ask a Question” tab. I would be happy to create a product to meet the needs of you and your students.

⭐Questions? Send me an email at

Inspiredbymlg@outlook.com