Less than $5 Elementary School Vocabulary Activities

No Prep! Word search activities offer many benefits for students. They can help students learn new vocabulary, improve spelling skills, and develop problem-solving abilities. These word search activities are great for reviewing musical concepts in a fun and challenging way! Word search activities also make engaging brain breaks and bell-ringers.

Students search for Pyotr Tchaikovsky-themed words in this 15x15 word grid. Fifteen words can be found up, down, or across! Answer key included.

Fifteen Vocabulary Words

• up
• down
• across

Word Search Benefits

• Vocabulary: introduces learners to new words and their meanings, which can help to expand their vocabulary.
• Spelling: teaches the correct spelling of words.
• Visual perception: students scan a grid and identify patterns, which can help to improve their visual perception skills.
• Problem-solving: helps students develop problem-solving skills by challenging them to find words that are hidden in a grid.
• Focus: Word searches can help students focus and concentrate, which can be helpful for other academic tasks.
• Memory: helps improve memory by requiring students to remember the words that they have already found.

33 Jigsaw pieces showing opposites with words and pictures.

Why do you need this?

Learning opposite words help expand students' vocabulary by introducing them to antonyms. By seeing and matching words and pictures representing opposites, students gain a deeper understanding of language and develop their word recognition skills.

Jigsaw puzzles are inherently interactive and engaging. Students actively participate in the learning process as they match the pieces together to form pairs of opposites. This hands-on approach promotes active engagement and enhances comprehension.

These could be used as a one off activity or for continual and regular use I would suggest cutting them out and laminating them to make them more durable.

How and when might you use this?

This activity can be used in a variety of ways:

· Introduction to opposites

· Vocabulary building

· Interactive learning centers

· Reinforcement of previous learning

· Assessment

· Literacy games and activities

What is included?

Included are 33 jigsaw puzzles showing the words: hot/cold, big/small, empty/full, tall/short, happy/sad, thick/thin, open/close, inside/outside, young/old, wet/dry, dirty/clean, fast/slow, short/long, sweet/sour, asleep/awake, day/night, boy/girl, light/dark, loud/quiet, up/down, high/low, behind/in front, heavy/light, stand/sit, laugh/cry, tidy/messy, black/white, hard/soft, sick/healthy, push/pull, fat/thin, on/off, left/right.

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This booklet includes tracing and coloring activities to learn the colors in Spanish along with popular elements of the season. The colors included in this product are:

• Rojo
• Amarillo
• Café
• Marrón
• Naranja

This FREE resource serves as a great way for speech language therapy students or English language learners to practice answering WHEN questions by listening to simple sentences.

Included in this resource:

Task Cards/Flash Cards can be used to drill WHEN questions that elicit time of the day (Morning, Afternoon, Night) responses.

They can be paired with motivating board games. These task Cards include WHEN questions that elicit the following answers:

• Time of the Day (Morning, Afternoon, Night)
• Time on a Clock
• Seasons
• Months
• Holidays
• Days of the Week
• Date
• Year
• Before/After
• Past, Present, Future Concepts
• Cause/Effect using the word "when"

For a Breakdown of teaching all different WHEN questions, check out:

WHEN Question Breakdown - Time of the Day + Time on a Clock

WHEN Question Breakdown - Seasons, Months, + Holidays

WHEN Question Breakdown - Days of the Week, Date, + Year

Crossword puzzle using words related to school. Great way to get the kids brains to begin working after the long summer break!

【Animals】Identify animal by it's shadow

Identify animal by it's shadow.

Observation skill, logical thinking is required.

Simple without too fancy & irrelevant image to distract kid's attention.

What you see is what you get

Animals are: Goat, Duck, Seal, Whale, shark, monkey, Horse, owl, chimpanzee, tiger, rhinoceros,lion, Peacock, Pig, Giraffe, zebra, sheep, bat, cow, crocodile, deer, frog, elephant, panda, tortoise, bird, rabbit, cat, snake, dog, rat

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Build understanding of unusual words and phrases:

When reading "The Gift of the Magi" my students came across several words and phrases that were unknown to them. Some of the words or phrases are out of date, some are not part of the students' life experience. This activity helps the students to build an understanding of the unknown words. This understanding helps to build comprehension of the story. Building vocabulary leads to stronger readers.

Students enjoy searching for images to help with understanding. They can search the images through Google or directly through the Google Slide.

What's included:

• Instructional slide.
• Activity slides.

How is this resource useful:

• No prep for teachers.
• Builds understanding for students.
• Greater vocabulary leads to better reading comprehension.

Who’s ready for Christmas?

Looking for a fun Christmas twist on Alphabet Identification this season.

**2 activities **can be found in this Hands on Approach Packet that’s Christmas Themed, perfect for offering students **Preschool through First Grade **the opportunity to Identify their Uppercase and Lowercase A-Z alphabet letters. These are available to you in Full Color. Students will also be helping their Visual Discriminations Skills and **Cognitive Development **all while having fun doing it.

All you need to do is:

• Print it out “Recommend Cardstock for Durability”
• Recommend laminating for Durability
• Cut out the Star Letter Match Cards
• Add Velcro if you prefer
• Your Pre-k thru 1st grade students will love getting into the season by finding the “Match” for the right Star Letter Card and placing it on the Mat.

You will receive the following 2 Christmas Themed Letter Identification Hands On Digital Resources:

Full Color

• 26 Upper Case Letter Mats
• 26 Lower Case Letter Mats
• 26 Upper Case Star Matching Cards
• 26 Lower Case Star Matching Cards

USE THIS RESOURCE FOR:

• File Folders
• Independent Work
• Homework (Students take home and play with Family)
• Daily Review
• Math Centers
• Early Finishers
• Morning Menus
• Morning Warm-ups
• Substitute Folders
• Homeschoolers
• Small Groups
• Perfect for on "The Go", learning in a classroom or learning at Home.

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Celebrate Father’s Day with a fun and engaging bingo game! Perfect for preschoolers to 2nd graders, this game includes 30 bingo cards featuring Father’s Day themed images, 11 calling cards, and markers. Ideal for classroom fun or homeschool activities.

Contents:
This Father’s Day Bingo Game set includes everything you need for a festive and enjoyable activity. With 30 bingo cards showcasing Father’s Day themed images, you can accommodate any size group. The set also includes 11 calling cards for teachers or parents to use in calling out the images. To make the game more interactive, there are 4 pages of markers provided for the students to cover the images, or they can use other manipulatives if preferred. This game is available in color, ensuring a vibrant and engaging experience for all participants.

Why You’ll Love This Product:
Teachers and parents will appreciate how this bingo game effortlessly combines fun and learning. It’s a perfect way to wrap up the school year or celebrate Father’s Day. Students love the colorful images and the excitement of playing bingo, while also enhancing their image recognition and listening skills. The game is designed to be easy to set up and play, making it a stress-free activity for educators and caregivers. Additionally, the flexibility to use different types of markers keeps the game fresh and exciting.

Who This Product Is For:

1. Preschool Teachers - Engage your young students with a fun and educational game.
2. Kindergarten Teachers - A perfect activity to celebrate Father’s Day while practicing image recognition.
3. 1st and 2nd Grade Teachers - An enjoyable end-of-year game that reinforces learning in a playful way.
4. Homeschool Parents - A great interactive activity to celebrate Father’s Day at home.
5. After-School Program Coordinators - Ideal for keeping children entertained and engaged during Father’s Day celebrations.

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This comprehensive bundle of resources is designed to engage and educate students about Martin Luther King Jr. (MLK) offering a perfect blend of learning and fun.

The bundle includes:

• 3 Reading Comprehension Passages with Multiple Choice Questions: Each passage is designed to challenge students’ reading and comprehension skills. The passages are followed by multiple-choice questions that test the student’s understanding of the text.
• 1 Word Search Puzzle: These puzzles feature key terms related to Martin Luther King Jr. Day activities, providing a fun way for students to familiarize themselves with important concepts.
• 1 Word Scramble: This activity features key terms related to MLK, encouraging students to enhance their vocabulary and problem-solving skills.
• 1 Crossword Puzzle: This puzzle is designed around MLK themes, helping students reinforce their understanding of key concepts.
• 1 Vocabulary List: This activity is designed to help students learn and understand key terms related to MLK Day. It can be used as a standalone activity or as a supplement to the other resources in the bundle.

All activities come with answer keys, allowing for easy marking and feedback.

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❤️ Looking for a fun and engaging way to celebrate Opposites Day (January 25th) or practice antonyms through play? These colorful, differentiated playdough mats are the perfect way to help your preschool, kindergarten, or first grade students master the concept of opposites, while practicing their reading, writing, and fine motor skills!

✏️ Students will love writing opposites vocabulary with playdough and creating pictures! Then, they can have more fun by rolling playdough balls, and smashing them on the matching opposite! (You can substitute playdough for dry erase markers or manipulatives.)

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⭐️This resource is low prep! Just print, place in a plastic sleeve protector (or laminate) and add playdough!

⭐️Great for literacy centers, sub tub, partner work, early finishers, sensory play, dramatic play or extra practice at home!

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✅ Includes (80 pages):

☑ Play dough mats with pictures (40 pages)

☑ Play dough mats without pictures (40 pages)

✅ Opposites included:

☑ hot / cold

☑ big / small

☑ on / off

☑ open / closed

☑ day / night

☑ wet / dry

☑ thick / thin

☑ long / short

☑ healthy / sick

☑ old / young

☑ sweet / salty

☑ dirty / clean

☑ tall / short

☑ happy / sad

☑ asleep / awake

☑ strong / weak

☑ bored / excited

☑ new / old

☑ in / out

☑ top / bottom

☑ go / stop

☑ above / below

☑ full / empty

☑ hard / soft

☑ dark / light

☑ stand / sit

☑ loud / quiet

☑ fast / slow

☑ winter / summer

☑ near / far

☑ same / different

☑ front / back

☑ shallow / deep

☑ wide / narrow

☑ work / play

☑ black / white

☑ light / heavy

☑ low / high

☑ up / down

☑ teach / learn

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Time to encourage students about vocabulary words using this bundle!

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This fun pack of Alphabet Tracing, Alphabet coloring and Alphabet letter crafts is great for Alphabet Practice in PreK, Kindergarten and Homeschooling. There are three Alphabet Pictures given for each letter.

You can use these Alphabet coloring pages in two ways:

1. Let your kiddos trace the letters, color the alphabet and pictures.

2. Cut out the colored letters and pictures and let them paste on the matching letters.

Hope you and your students enjoy this resource!

I Have, Who Has Halloween Vocabulary Game - Halloween Classroom Activity and Game

Get your students in the holiday spirit with this fun and engaging I Have, Who Has Halloween Vocabulary Game! This interactive game is perfect for elementary classrooms, making learning new Halloween-themed vocabulary an exciting experience. Designed to build reading fluency and listening skills, this game is ideal for grades 2-5 and can be used in whole-class settings, small groups, or literacy centers.

Topics Covered

• Halloween vocabulary
• Reading fluency
• Listening skills

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Transform Writing with Engaging Figurative Language Lessons

Boost your students’ writing skills with this comprehensive Figurative Writing Resource Pack, designed for Grades 3-6. Teach similes, metaphors, and personification using vivid presentations, hands-on worksheets, and editable Google Slides/PowerPoint. Perfect for whole-class instruction, small groups, or independent learning, this resource is fully aligned with Common Core, TEKS, and the UK National Curriculum.

Save time with ready-to-use materials and differentiated tasks for all abilities. Featuring step-by-step guidance, interactive activities, and creative writing challenges, this pack helps students craft vivid, descriptive pieces while building confidence and autonomy. Proven effective in classrooms, it delivers an engaging, curriculum-aligned learning experience for teachers and students alike.

What’s Included? 

✏️  Print Materials: Worksheets, Answer keys, PDF of slides

✅✅ Digital Content: Part-Editable Google Slides/PowerPoint Presentation

What’s Inside?

✔️ 20 pg PowerPoint Presentation/Google Slides

✔️ 7 Worksheets

✔️ Student Directions

✔️ Teacher Answer Key

✔️ Teacher Directions, Tips and Differentiation

✔️ Learning Objective

✔️ Success Criteria

✔️ Lesson Route

Perfect for Grades 3-6!

Why You’ll Love This Resource:

✏️ No Prep

✏️ Print and Go

✏️ Cross-Curricular

✏️ Aligned with Common Core, TEKS, and UK National Curriculum.

✏️ Highly Engaging

✏️ Great for whole-class instruction, small groups, or independent work

✏️ Classroom-tested 

When to use this? 

✅ Literacy ELA Lesson (1-2 hour lessons)

✅ Sub Plans

✅ Review

What Do You Need?

✏️ Pencils

✏️ Computer

✏️ Projector for slides (Slides are in PowerPoint format and can be uploaded to Google Drive to open as Google Slides)

Skills Used:

✔️ Identifying figurative language

✔️Creative writing

✔️ Reading comprehension

✔️ Vocabulary development

✔️ Critical thinking

✔️ Independent learning

Curriculum Alignment

This resource meets several educational standards, including:

Common Core State Standards (CCSS):

• RL.4.4: Determine the meaning of words and phrases, including figurative language.
• W.4.3: Write narratives with descriptive details and clear event sequences.

Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS):

• 110.5 (ELA): Analyze how authors use figurative language to create meaning.
• 110.5(b)(20): Write literary texts using figurative language.

UK National Curriculum (Years 3-6):

• Writing Composition: Create vivid descriptions using figurative language.
• Reading Comprehension: Discuss words/phrases that capture the reader’s imagination.

Bonus Benefits:

✅ Encourages Creativity

✅ Promotes Self-Learning

✅ **✅**Addresses Common Misconceptions

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Bring holiday cheer into your classroom or home with this engaging Christmas Crossword & Tree Maze Activity! This pack features 30 Christmas tree mazes where kids can find their way to the star at the top, along with a 150+ word Christmas-themed crossword game that boosts vocabulary and reinforces holiday-related terms. Each maze and crossword is crafted to spark creativity and sharpen problem-solving skills, making it the perfect holiday activity for elementary students. Ideal for festive fun, winter break, or seasonal learning, this resource will keep kids entertained, learning, and excited for Christmas!

If you’re searching for end-of-year activities or summer activities, these engaging worksheets are perfect for your second and third-grade summer busy books. This resource provides a material noun definition and provides lots of examples of material nouns with colorful activities. 

This resource includes:

   ✏ No prep! Simply print and distribute (or add to a summer busy book!)

   ✏ Material noun definition and examples

   ✏ Matching the material noun words to the pictures

   ✏ Sorting material nouns into four categories

   ✏ Material noun or not? (with words)

   ✏ Material noun or not? (with pictures)

If you liked this product, you might also like:

   ✏ Common and Proper Nouns

   ✏ Collective Nouns

   ✏ Singular and Plural "s" Nouns

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Your students will have lots of fun with this science! This resource aligns with the NGSS: 1-PS4-3 standard about testing different materials to see if light passes through them. Colorful posters define the words and give examples. Directions are given for the investigation. Students will investigate materials using a flashlight and place them under the correct term (smaller cards are included to be used at each student station). There are three different worksheets. One, to show that students understand the words, and two, to record data as they investigate.

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ABC easy as 1,2,3! Helping children develop all the skills they need for school is such an important and fun time in development! This fun and engaging packet is filled with activities that will help the learner in your life learn and practice their letters.

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- A to Z Animal Emergent Reader

- I can make an alphabet activity

- Create the Letters in My Name Activity

- My Bubble Name

- Tic Tac Toe and Alphabet Bingo Games

-Alphabet Animal Memory

- A to Z Letter Sorting

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Studying Number The Stars? Are students having problems with some of the vocabulary words? Then this product is for you! Includes 4 vocabulary lists and 4 quizzes covering the entire book. Great to help students with vocabulary words as they read the text! Comes complete with answer key.