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Teachers can utilize these resources to teach students how to self-regulate their emotions and request a break if necessary. Directions and tips are included on the second page of the PDF, but I encourage you to check out my blog post here highlighting how I use these in my classroom.

These cards can be used for every subject and every grade level. They are designed to celebrate the Christmas season, but you decide how you'll use them! Each card has an editable text box you can fill with sight words, math facts, reading comprehension questions, letters, numbers... the possibilities are endless.

Welcome Your Students with a Fun and Creative "Trucker Hat" Activity!

Kick off the school year with a splash of creativity and fun using our delightful "Trucker Hat" worksheet! Designed for Pre-K through 6th grade, this engaging activity invites students to design their very own trucker hat by decorating three patches with drawings that represent who they are or what they love.

Why You'll Love This Resource:

-Builds Connections: This activity is perfect for getting to know your students on a personal level. By having them draw symbols or images that are meaningful to them, you’ll gain insight into their interests, hobbies, and personalities in a way that’s both interactive and enjoyable.

-Promotes Self-Expression: Each student will have the opportunity to express their individuality and creativity. This not only helps them feel valued but also encourages a positive classroom environment where everyone’s uniqueness is celebrated.

-Fosters Classroom Community: As students share their decorated hats with their peers, they’ll learn more about one another, sparking conversations and connections. This is a wonderful icebreaker that helps build a strong, supportive classroom community from day one.

-Versatile and Easy to Use: Whether you’re working with younger students who may need some guidance or older students who can dive into detailed designs, this worksheet is flexible and easy to implement. Just print and hand out, and you’re ready for a creative start to the school year!

Features:

-Printable Worksheet: Easy to prepare and use in any classroom setting.

-Three Customizable Patches: Ample space for students to draw and personalize their hats.

-Fun and Engaging: Captivates students’ attention and gets them excited about the new school year.

Don’t miss out on this fantastic tool for starting the school year with enthusiasm and connection. Grab your "Trucker Hat" worksheets today and make your first day back memorable and meaningful for every student!

Challenge your students to read a book for each letter of the alphabet! Perfect for summer reading or distance learning enrichment activities.

Use these passports to learn a little more about your students.

Use this bingo game to entice students to read books by diverse authors and about diverse characters for Read Across America week. It can be sent home with each child or classes can use it to compete with each other at school and see whose class can get a BINGO first!

This ultimate bundle is especially designed to help general education teachers gain confidence when it comes to working with students with IEPs in an inclusive setting. Everything from accommodations to data collection to definitions of all those acronyms, this bundle is everything you need to learn how to make your classroom even more inclusive and make sure each of your students is able to get what they need to be as successful as possible.

What's included?

• Resources to help you provide and track accommodations
• Resources to help you alleviate problematic behavior in the classroom
• Resources to help you understand the terminology used in an IEP and an IEP meeting

Why do you need this?

Because you are a teacher who knows your students need more to be successful and you want to provide that for them. Because you know students aren't cookie cutter, and you want to make sure each receives what they need. Because you are looking to grow as a teacher and make your classroom more inclusive for your students with disabilities.

How can I help?

Reach out to me on Instagram at www.instagram.com/rebekahpoeteaching or email me at lessonsandlattes2018@gmail.com. I'd love to answer any questions you may have.

Hate spending a ton of money for ice breaker games at the beginning of the year? Do you want enough activities to fill a week or MORE?

I got you covered!

What You Get:

• 30+ PowerPoint slides (can be converted to Google Slides)
• 10 Games
• Uses only 4 items (and most games only use 1!)
• Activities to get kids moving & having fun
• Illustrations of Materials, set-up, & Game Play
• More time to have fun with your students!
• Did I mention you can edit everything?

Don't spend your time or money on 20 different items. These games will keep students laughing, having fun, moving and getting to know you and their new classmates!

Transition Word practice with detailed teaching notes included along with 4 practice activities that will give students an opportunity to practice before state or district assessments.

INCLUDES: PDF, Word Doc and 4 Google Quizzes!

Bundle & Save with THE TEST PREP BUNDLE COVERING ALL THE REVISING & EDITING SKILLS Students need to know!

Check out these other resources!

• ELA Test Prep, Study Guide & Activities Bundle (new)
• All Things English For Middle & High School Students (best seller)
• Once Upon A Crime
• Revising & Editing Workbook
• Revising & Editing for Group Lessons
• Bell Ringers for the Semester
• Everything Writing

✔️Need to get students talking?

✔️Starting a debate unit?

✔️Need an easy ice breaker?

✔️Need a mini lesson on arguments?

This is for you!

Here's what this digital lesson offers:

• **Mini Lessons:** Dive into bite-sized lessons that introduce fundamental concepts of argumentation.
• **Argument Warmups:** Get students primed and ready for debate with thought-provoking prompts.
• **Ice Breakers:** Break down barriers and encourage interaction with engaging topics.
• **Digital Scoreboard:** Keep track of team progress with the optional digital scoreboard, adding an element of friendly competition.
• **20 Topics:** Explore a diverse range of topics suitable for middle and high school students, sparking discussions on various issues.
• **Flexible Team Options:** Organize debates with up to four teams, promoting collaboration and teamwork.

Perfect for a multitude of classroom settings, including:

• Ice Breakers: Start class on a positive note and create a welcoming atmosphere.
• Introduction to Arguing: Lay the groundwork for effective argumentation techniques.
• Mini Argument Lessons: Deliver concise yet impactful lessons on constructing and defending arguments.
• Class Discussions: Encourage active participation and critical thinking through guided discussions.
• Socratic Seminars: Facilitate in-depth dialogues and explore complex topics together.
• Classroom Debates: Foster healthy debate and empower students to articulate their viewpoints confidently.

Independent & Dependent Clauses practice with detailed teaching notes included along with 5 practice activities that will give students an opportunity to practice before state or district assessments. Includes "teach" page for self-guided learning.

INCLUDES: Word Doc, PDF & 5 Google Form Quizzes!

Bundle & Save: ELA Test Prep, Study Guide & Activities Bundle (new)

Check out these other resources!

• All Things English For Middle & High School Students (best seller)
• Once Upon A Crime
• Revising & Editing Workbook
• Revising & Editing for Group Lessons
• Bell Ringers for the Semester
• Everything Writing

Pronoun Antecedent Agreement practice with detailed teaching notes included along with a practice activity that will give students an opportunity to practice before state or district assessments.

INCLUDED: PDF, Word Doc, and 1 Self-Grading Google Form!

BUNDLE & SAVE: ELA Test Prep, Study Guide & Activities Bundle

Check out these other resources!

• All Things English For Middle & High School Students (best seller)
• Once Upon A Crime
• Revising & Editing Workbook
• Revising & Editing for Group Lessons
• Bell Ringers for the Semester
• Everything Writing

Bundle includes 109 Pages total & 41 Google Forms

Clauses: 16 pages/5 Google Forms

Commas: 26 pages/13 Google Forms

Fragments, Run-Ons & Comma Splices: 14 pages/3 Google Quizzes

Transition words: 16 pages/4 Google Quizzes

Commonly Confused Words: 18 pages/9 Quizzes

Capitalization: 11 pages/4 Google Quizzes

Apostrophes: 8 pages/3 Google Quizzes

I made these after realizing that my students in high school needed practice with the mechanics of how to construct a sentence before I could begin instructing them on best practices for structure in their essays. There are pages for them to practice (on paper) or you can use as a quiz for after instruction! All of the Google quizzes will self-grade and they are editable.

This is the essential Test Prep Bundle for students testing for state or district exams.

They're also adaptable for students who are doing self-directed learning as each includes a short teaching page for students to reference as they are working through the activities.

Cinco de Mayo -Themed Functional Text Worksheets – the perfect real-world reading practice for your special education teens and adults. Engage students with a variety of texts commonly encountered around Cinco de Mayo.

Tailored for diverse learning needs, Level 1 features cut-and-paste exercises with larger text and straightforward questions. Level 2 is open response questions with more complexity, including some multi-part questions.

Equip your students with essential reading skills, preparing them for community independence and success beyond the classroom. Elevate learning with these skill-building worksheets today!

Bundle and Save:

Functional Text WHOLE YEAR BUNDLE

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

Worksheets:

• Ready-to-print PDF format
• 4 different Cinco de Mayo - themed functional texts
• 2 levels
• 24 worksheets with 108 questions

Data Collection & Answer Keys:

• 2 data sheets
• Teacher answer key

TOTAL:

⭐ 4 CINCO DE MAYO-THEMED FUNCTIONAL TEXTS

⭐ 24 WORKSHEETS WITH 108 QUESTIONS

Functional Texts included:

• Social Club Taco Bar Flyer
• Parade
• Restaurant Event Flyer
• Mexican Restaurant Menu

MORE INFORMATION:

Level 1 Cut & Paste - Larger Text - Simpler Questions

• 12 worksheets with 48 questions (4 questions per page)

Level 2 Open Response - More Complex Questions/ Some with Multiple Parts

• 12 worksheets with 60 questions (5 questions per page)

A total of 24 different worksheets and 108 questions.

Looking for more Spring resources?

Spring Shopping

Easter Shopping

Spring Reading Menus

Spring Menu Math

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Are you in search of real-world reading activities for your special education teens or adults? Enhance your classroom this fall with these fall-themed functional texts. With these worksheets students will explore exciting fall festivals, captivating football game flyers, and the allure of orchard and farm stand details—all in one comprehensive resource. It's the ideal approach to ignite student enthusiasm for seasonal learning.

Within the resource, students will engage with the texts, demonstrating their understanding by answering comprehension questions. Accessible for all learners with two levels: cut-and-paste or write-in activities. Elevate your fall curriculum and keep students excited about learning during this colorful season!

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

• 5 different **fall-**themed functional texts
• 2 levels
• 24 worksheets with 132 questions
• Answer key
• 4 extensions ideas

Level 1 - Cut & Paste - Simpler Questions - Larger Text

• 12 worksheets with 60 questions (5 questions per page)
• Teacher answer key

Level 2 - Write in the Answer - More Complex Questions - Some Multipart

• 12 worksheets with 72 questions (6 questions per page)
• Teacher answer key

TOTAL:

⭐ 5 FALL-THEMED FUNCTIONAL TEXTS

⭐ 24 WORKSHEETS WITH 132 QUESTIONS

Functional Texts included:

• Fall Festival Flyer
• Football Game Information
• Farm Information (apple picking, corn maze, pumpkin picking etc.)
• Farm Stand Information
• Harvest Fest Flyer

CHECK OUT UNIT 2!:

Fall-Themed Functional Texts - Unit 2

LOOKING FOR MORE FALL-THEMED UNITS?:

Reading Fall Menus - Unit 1

Fall Menu Math - Unit 1

Fall Task Cards - Google Slides

Are you looking for real-world reading activities tailored to your special education teens or adults? Elevate your classroom experience this fall with these Thanksgiving-themed functional texts. In these worksheets, students will delve into food drive flyers, invitations, turkey trots, fundraising events, and spirit week schedules.

Within this resource, students actively engage with the texts and showcase their understanding by responding to comprehension questions. Designed to be inclusive for all learners, it offers two levels of activities: cut-and-paste or written responses. Enhance your classroom this fall with these Thanksgiving-themed functional texts.

Bundle and Save:

Functional Text WHOLE YEAR BUNDLE

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

• 5 Thanksgiving-themed Functional Texts
• 2 levels
• 22 worksheets with 120 questions
• Answer key
• 4 extension ideas

Level 1 - Cut & Paste - Simpler Questions

• 12 worksheets with 60 questions (5 questions per page)

Level 2 - Written Response - More Complex Questions

• 10 worksheets with 60 questions (6 questions per page)

TOTAL:

⭐ 5 THANKSGIVING-THEMED FUNCTIONAL TEXTS

⭐ 22 WORKSHEETS WITH 120 QUESTIONS

Functional Texts Included:

• Food Drive
• Friendsgiving Invitation
• Turkey Trot
• Volunteer Event
• Spirit Week

Looking for Unit 2?

Thanksgiving Functional Texts Unit 2

LOOKING FOR MORE THANKSGIVING/ FALL RESOURCES?:

Black Friday Coupons

Fall Functional Texts - Unit 1

Black Friday Advertisements - Unit 2

Fall-Themed Job Postings

Farm Stand - Vocational Skills

Thanksgiving Needs & Wants

November Life Skills Morning Work - Digital & Paper BUNDLE

Fall Task Cards - Google Slides

Capture your students' curiosity with our captivating Halloween-themed interactive scavenger hunt! Explore fascinating facts like the origins of Halloween in modern-day Ireland and the colossal 2,500-pound pumpkin. This engaging activity features 20 informative fact cards, prompting students to closely read and complete answer sheets. Each numbered fact card delivers all the necessary information.

Tailored for versatility, this scavenger hunt is differentiated and can be segmented into shorter lessons or as a quick, engaging activity. It's the ideal way to make learning fun and memorable while celebrating the spookiest season of the year. Unlock the magic of Halloween with our immersive educational adventure!

This resource is also available as part of a BUNDLE saving you 20%

Halloween BUNDLE

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

• 20 Halloween fact cards
• 2 levels
• Teacher guide
• Answer key

Level 1 - Cut & Paste

• 2 answer sheets with 20 questions (10 each)

Level 2 - Write the Answer

• 2 answer sheets with 20 questions (10 each)
• Follow-up worksheet with 10 questions

TOTAL:

⭐ 20 HALLOWEEN FACT CARDS

⭐ 5 WORKSHEETS WITH 50 QUESTIONS

LOOKING FOR MORE HALLOWEEN/ FALL-THEMED UNITS?:

October Life Skills Morning Work

Nutrition Label Comprehension - Halloween Edition

Understanding Instructions - Halloween Edition

Halloween Scavenger Hunt

Reading Fall Menus - Unit 1

Fall Menu Math - Unit 1

Fall-Themed Functional Texts - Unit 1

Fall Task Cards - Google Slides

Recipe Comprehension - Fall Edition

Are you looking for practical and differentiated Halloween activities for your special education teens and adults? This Halloween-Themed Nutrition Label Resource is designed to introduce students to real-world nutrition labels. These worksheets offer a practical learning experience with text-dependent questions, helping students navigate nutrition labels effectively.

This resource is also available as part of a BUNDLE saving you 20%

Halloween BUNDLE

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

• 10 different REAL nutrition labels (Halloween-Themed)
• 2 levels
• 26 worksheets with 143 questions
• Teacher answer key
• 3 extension ideas

Level 1 – Cut & Paste - Simpler Questions

• 13 worksheets with 65 questions (5 questions per page)

Level 2 – Write in the Answer – More Complex Questions

• 13 worksheets with 78 questions (6 questions per page)

TOTAL:

⭐ 26 WORKSHEETS WITH 143 QUESTIONS

NUTRITION LABELS INCLUDED:

Reese's Pumpkins

Halloween Fruit Snacks

OREO BOO!

Pumpkin Rice Krispies Treats

Halloween Mini Cheese Balls

M&M's

Milky Way

Wonka Mix Up Bag

Starburst & Skittles

Sour Patch Zombies

LOOKING FOR MORE HALLOWEEN/ FALL-THEMED UNITS?:

October Life Skills Morning Work

Nutrition Label Comprehension - Halloween Edition

Understanding Instructions - Halloween Edition

Halloween Scavenger Hunt

Reading Fall Menus - Unit 1

Fall Menu Math - Unit 1

Fall-Themed Functional Texts - Unit 1

Fall Task Cards - Google Slides

Are you in search of real-world reading activities for your special education teens or adults? Explore this engaging Holiday-Themed Written Instructions Resource, tailored for special education teens and adults! This real-world reading tool enhances life skills while exposing students to authentic Holiday instructions. With two levels of differentiation (cut & paste and written answers), it's an ideal resource for students of varying abilities.

Encourage independent living and boost confidence as students dive into real-life reading experiences, from a hot chocolate packets to gingerbread house kits and more. Elevate your teaching with this practical and fun Holiday learning activity!

This resource is also available as part of a BUNDLE saving you 20%

Holiday BUNDLE

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

• 6 different HOLIDAY THEMED instructions
• 14 different worksheets with 6 questions per page
• 84 total questions
• Teacher answer key
• Suggested follow up activities

TOTAL:

⭐ 6 HOLIDAY-THEMED INSTRUCTIONS

⭐ 14 WORKSHEETS WITH 84 QUESTIONS

Instructions included:

• Hot Chocolate Packets
• The Dreidel Game Instructions
• Gingerbread House Kit
• Magic Reindeer Food
• Removable Holiday Light Clips
• Hot Cocoa Rolls Baking Instructions

LOOKING FOR OTHER HOLIDAY RESOURCES?

December Life Skills Morning Work - Holiday Edition - BUNDLE

Budget Unit - Holiday Edition

Holiday Shopping Task Cards

Product Label Comprehension - Holiday Edition

December Life Skills Morning Work - Holiday Edition - Paper

December Life Skills Morning Work - Holiday Edition - Digital

Holiday Shopping Task Cards/ Worksheets - Canadian Dollar

Valentine's Day Store Advertisements & Flyers. Real-World Reading and Life Skills for Special Education Teens & Adults.

This resource introduces students to realistic advertisements found in newspapers, magazines, stores, and online. The worksheets offer practical text exercises with focused questions. Students will engage in real-world reading, answering questions that involve identifying sale amounts, locating product prices, calculating savings, comparing products and prices, and recognizing product features.

This resource is also part of a Valentine's Day Bundle saving you 20%

Valentine's Day BUNDLE

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

• Ready-to-print PDF format
• 2 levels
• 6 different Valentine's Day-themed advertisements/ flyers
• 24 worksheets with 124 questions
• Teacher answer key

Level 1 - Multiple Choice - Simpler Questions - Larger Text

• 12 worksheets with 60 questions (5 questions per page)

Level 2 - Open Response - More Complex Questions - Some with Multiple Parts

• 12 worksheets with 64 questions (5 - 6 questions per page)

TOTAL:

⭐ 24 WORKSHEETS WITH 124 QUESTIONS

Looking for more Valentine's Day resources?

Advertisement Comprehension - Valentine's Day Edition

Valentine's Day Budget, Shopping & Planning

Valentine's Day Shopping Task Cards

February Life Skills Morning Work - Valentine's Day Edition

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