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Just print & play! Do you need fun and engaging activities for your Carnival of the Animals unit? This bundle includes six listening and activity packs!

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You'll have everything you need for a month of classical music appreciation with 100+ listening activities in this activity vault. You will also receive periodic updates for this resource for free! Keep an eye on your "My Purchases" tab for update notifications.

Bundle Benefits:

• Save time! The music selections are already curated for you
• Add music appreciation to various lessons and unit studies
• Students explore social-emotional themes through listening
• Low-prep engaging and mindful activities for students
• Easily find the music on YouTube or your favorite music services
• No musical training is required - just print and play!

Learning Objectives

• increased knowledge of The Carnival of the Animals
• compare and contrast which instruments represent animal sounds and behavior
• familiarity with the composer's works
• ability to recognize, and engage with, popular pieces of classical music
• identify different instrument sounds
• social-emotional exploration of feelings and moods within classical music
• creative expression by drawing and choosing colors related to a musical theme

Carnival of the Animals Listening Activities

Introduce students to the music of The Carnival of the Animals! From the magical notes of "Aquarium" to the soothing strings of "The Swan," Saint-Saëns "The Carnival of the Animals" is a wondrous musical journey.

What's Included:

1-page Resource Guide

Word Composer

Composer Rating Sheet

Listening Sheet Star Rating Guide

Listening Sheets

Weather and Emotions Listening Sheets

Listening Sheets Include (two pages per piece:)

01. Introduction and Royal March of the Lion

02. Hens and Roosters

03. Wild Donkeys Swift Animals

04. Tortoises

05. The Elephant

06. Kangaroos

07. Aquarium

08. Characters with Long Ears

09. The Cuckoo in the Depths of the Woods

10. Aviary

11. Pianists

12. Fossils

13. The Swan

14. Finale

Carnival of the Animals Music Note Matching

This music note matching activity reviews & strengthens treble and bass note skills. Cut and laminate for extended use. Cards feature Carnival of the Animals and bright, colorful backgrounds!

*An additional set of posters & cards are included without background graphics.

18 Grand Staff Puzzles (18 in all)

Treble Space Notes: f - a - c - e

Treble Line Notes: e - g - b - d - f

Bass Space Notes: a - c - e - g

Bass Line Notes: g - b - d - f - a

5 Wall Posters / Music Center Sheets

Grand Staff: Illustrates the two staves

Treble Clef: Explains at-a-glance what the treble clef looks like

Treble Notes: Displays and defines the notes on the treble clef

Bass Clef: Explains at-a-glance what the bass clef looks like

Bass Notes: Displays and defines the notes on the bass clef

Carnival of the Animals Drawing/Journal Pages

Just print & play! Do you need engaging classical music activities? These NEW drawing/journal sheets feature Carnival of the Animals by Saint-Saëns! Students can draw or write notes/stories while listening to each piece.

Printable Listening Sheets Include:

1. Introduction and Royal March of the Lion
2. Hens and Roosters
3. Wild Donkeys Swift Animals
4. Tortoises
5. The Elephant
6. Kangaroos
7. Aquarium
8. Characters with Long Ears
9. The Cuckoo in the Depths of the Woods
10. Aviary
11. Pianists
12. Fossils
13. The Swan
14. Finale

Carnival of the Animals Research Sheets

Students research each animal and record their habitat, diet, and more! Also includes a space to draw a scene with each animal.

Animal Research Sheets Include:

1. Lion
2. Rooster
3. Donkey
4. Tortoise
5. Elephant
6. Kangaroo
7. Fish
8. Cuckoo Bird
9. Bird
10. Swan

Carnival of the Animals Blank Sheet Music

Do you need fun and engaging Halloween music activities? Designed with the youngest composers in mind - these blank manuscript pages allow students to compose their own pieces! Draw the music notes or use small stickers to piece together a classical composition. Treble & bass clef tracing sheets are also included.

Carnival of the Animals Listening Sheets

Which carnival rides and activities would best fit a piece of music? Does the tempo feel like a roller coaster or a peaceful swing ride in the sky? Choose a tasty treat from the snack bar, then stop at the prize booth before finishing. There are no wrong answers!

Printable Listening Sheets Include:

1. Introduction and Royal March of the Lion
2. Hens and Roosters
3. Wild Donkeys Swift Animals
4. Tortoises
5. The Elephant
6. Kangaroos
7. Aquarium
8. Characters with Long Ears
9. The Cuckoo in the Depths of the Woods
10. Aviary
11. Pianists
12. Fossils
13. The Swan
14. Finale

Enhance your plant science curriculum with our comprehensive "Complete Plant Growth Bundle: Editable Slides & Lima Bean Growth Journal Kit." This bundle includes two essential educational resources designed to provide a thorough understanding of plant growth.

1. What Do Plants Need to Grow - The Science of Plant Growth: Editable Slides:

• • In-Depth Content: 15 detailed slides covering sunlight, water, nutrients, and soil.
  • Editable and Customizable: Tailor the content to fit your lesson plans.
  • Engaging Visuals: Includes vibrant images and diagrams to enhance learning.

2. Window Display Garden Kit: Lima Bean Growth Journey & Educational Journal:

• • Interactive Learning: Hands-on activities to observe the growth of lima beans.
  • Educational Journal: Track and document the growth journey with guided prompts.
  • Window Display: Create a visual classroom display to showcase the plant growth process.

Key Benefits:

• Comprehensive Coverage: Teach the complete plant growth cycle with theory and practical application.
• Engaging and Interactive: Keep students interested with hands-on activities and editable content.
• Curriculum-Aligned: Perfectly suited for elementary and middle school science classes.

Empower your teaching and inspire your students with this all-inclusive plant growth bundle. Ideal for both classroom and remote learning environments. Download now to bring the science of plant growth to life!

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Landforms Color by Number Code Math Coloring Pages Sheets - Landforms themed Color by Number Code coloring pages are a fun way to practice numeration fluency! You'll have 7 Landforms Color by Number Code pages with numbers to 10. Color coded answer keys included. PERFECT for your FAST FINISHERS!

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These 10 Fairy Tale STEM challenges will motivate your students to come up with innovative and creative solutions as they are increasing their science and math skills. The STEM activities are most appropriate for students in Kindergarten-Second Grade, but they can be used with Preschool students with the assistance of an adult.

Cinderella’s Carriage

A Boat for the Little Mermaid

Hansel and Gretel’s Candy House

Help Rapunzel Escape from the Tower

Build an Elf Trap

Jack’s Egg Delivery System

Help the Billy Goats Cross the River

A House for a Pig

A Bed for Goldilocks

A Raincoat for the Gingerbread Man

All of the STEM activities in this packet follow a 5-step process:

Introduction- This is the part of the lesson where the teacher defines the challenge and the students begin to brainstorm solutions. There are no right or wrong answers during this part of the lesson.

Planning- Students work together (usually with a partner or in a small group) to come up with a potential solution for the challenge.

Construction- This is the building stage!

Testing- The students test their designs to see if they have solved the problem, and met the challenge.

Evaluation- The students critique their designs and think about what they might change.

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A simple yet engaging game for kid to learn about 5 senses.

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Dive into the captivating journey of a Ladybug's life with our comprehensive "Life Cycle of a Ladybug Insect" printable worksheets! Perfect for teachers, homeschooling parents, and young learners, this engaging resource offers an interactive and educational way to explore the fascinating stages of a Ladybug's metamorphosis.

What's Included :

• PAGE : 7 PAGES
• FILES : PDF + PNG
• SIZE : 11'' x 8.5''

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Science | Math notebook cover

Enhance your classroom organization with our versatile set of notebook covers! This product includes beautifully designed covers for 10 subjects, plus an editable version that allows you to customize and create additional covers for any subject you need. Perfect for portfolios, binders, folders, or interactive notebooks, these covers will keep your students' materials organized and visually appealing. Whether you're looking to streamline your classroom management or add a personal touch to each subject, these editable notebook covers offer the flexibility and style you need.

Subject Covers Include:

• Reading
• Writing
• Math
• Geography
• History
• Science
• Social Studies
• Language Arts
• Religion
• Editable Blank Cover Option - editable ppt file

Two Sizes included A4 8.5" x 11" and A5-5.8" x 8.3" inches to fit composition books.

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Engage students with comprehensive plant life cycle worksheets. Explore various stages of plant growth, label parts, and dive into pollination. Perfect for interactive learning!

Contents:

• 5 diverse life cycle charts depicting the plant's journey from seed to maturity.
• Interactive cut and paste worksheet for hands-on engagement.
• Label the parts of the plant activity sheet for botanical understanding.
• Flashcards for visual reinforcement and stage recognition.
• Observation book to track growth and development.
• Pollination writing prompt page for creative exploration.

Why Teachers & Students Love It:

Teachers:

1. Comprehensive resource covering various aspects of the plant life cycle.
2. Engaging activities cater to different learning styles.
3. Supports hands-on learning with cut and paste options.
4. Encourages scientific observation and recording.
5. Promotes critical thinking with writing prompts.

Students:

1. Interactive worksheets make learning fun and memorable.
2. Visual aids like flashcards enhance understanding.
3. Hands-on activities foster active participation.
4. Observation book encourages curiosity and exploration.
5. Writing prompts spark creativity and expression.

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1. Elementary school teachers seeking engaging science resources.
2. Homeschooling parents looking for comprehensive plant life cycle materials.
3. Educators focusing on botany and environmental science.
4. Teachers implementing interactive learning in the classroom.
5. Students eager to explore the wonders of plant growth and development.

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This set of 3 First Day of Spring/Equinox Reading Comprehension Passages with Multiple Choice Questions explores the significance of the Spring Equinox and its cultural and natural manifestations.

This educational resource is designed for grades 2, 3, 4, and 5 to learn about Spring Equinox and the changing of seasons.

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• What is the Spring Equinox? This passage explains the astronomical event of the Spring Equinox which marks the first day of spring and the moment when day and night are approximately equal in length.
• Signs of Spring: This passage talks about the observable changes in nature during this season, such as budding flowers, chirping birds, and warmer weather, which mark the arrival of spring.
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Bright posters to give young learners a visual aide in appropriate voice levels. Have student practice different levels at the beginning and use posters as a classroom management tool.

Have fun with it and use unique magnets, clips or even a light up magnetic light to show what level your class should be working at. Schedules highlights below:

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Adaptive Books with an ocean animal theme! Each book contains colorful pictures of your favorite ocean animals - whale, dolphin, octopus, starfish, clownfish, stingray, pufferfish, shark, sea turtle, jellyfish

Book 1 - This book is not adaptive, it is a simple read aloud featuring details about the animals in the ocean.

Book 2 - This book contains 10 icons, colorful pages (laminate and reuse again and again) & a visual prompting to support comprehension.

Book 3 - This book contains 10 color icons & low ink for quick printing. Each page has a visual support & an "I see" statement.

Book 4 - This book contains 10 color icons & low ink for quick printing. Each page has no visual supports & an "I see" statement.

These books do require prep work prior to using. I generally print, use velcro & bind them. They are able to be used year after year! Please feel free to reach out with any questions! untilthepiecesfit2@gmail.com

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Make student thinking visible--with zero prep.

This set of 12 black-and-white, kid-friendly templates helps students organize their thoughts, build comprehension, and express ideas clearly across any subject. Perfect for elementary classrooms, these versatile tools are ideal for reading, writing, math, science, and social studies activities.

No prep required – simply print and go!

Designed for K–5 learners, including emerging readers and writers.

Included Graphic Organizers:

• Bubble Map
• Double Bubble Map
• Tree Map
• T-Chart
• Sequence Chain
• Cause and Effect Chart
• Frayer Model
• Circle Map
• KWL Chart
• Beginning, Middle, End (with handwriting lines)
• Timeline

Each organizer features:

• Clean, black-and-white design for easy copying
• Ample writing space
• Flexible formats to support a range of thinking tasks

Why Teachers Love It:

Research-backed and classroom-tested, graphic organizers are proven to improve comprehension, critical thinking, and language development—especially for multilingual learners. Whether you’re working with a full class or supporting a small group, these templates help every learner engage and succeed.

Perfect for:

• Whole Group Lessons
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Whether you're teaching story structure, comparing facts, or planning a science report, these graphic organizers are a must-have tool you'll use again and again.

This hands-on fun pack of Frog life cycle activities is great for Kindergarten science and first grade science centers. This life cycle pack includes an adorable life cycle craft activity and complementary worksheets to help your kiddos understand the concept better. These NO-PREP worksheets can be given as home assignments or independent work.

You will get:

▪︎Life Cycle craft templates (black & white and colored version)

▪︎ Life Cycle Picture Matching worksheet

▪︎ Life Cycle Sequencing (cut and paste activity)

▪︎Life Cycle Sequence Writing worksheet

▪︎ Life cycle stages tracing and coloring worksheets

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Are you ready to bring the magic of a solar eclipse into your classroom or home? Say hello to our Solar Eclipse Spinner Wheel Coloring Craft, the perfect hands-on activity for curious kids in grades 1-3!

WHAT YOU'LL GET:

• A fun-to-color spinner wheel craft that shows the phases of a solar eclipse.
• A bonus reading passage designed to teach kids about solar eclipses in a kid-friendly way.
• A drawing activity to spark creativity and help reinforce their learning.

WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT FOR YOUR CLASSROOM OR HOMESCHOOL:

• Minimal prep! Just print, cut, assemble, and color. All you need is a brad pin to put it together.
• Engages kids in STEM learning while letting them explore their creative side.
• Perfect for science lessons, eclipse day prep, or just sparking curiosity about the universe.
• Designed to be both fun and educational—your kids won’t even realize how much they’re learning!

PERFECT FOR:

• Classroom science centers
• Homeschool lessons at the kitchen table
• Hands-on fun during eclipse season

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These space-themed editable name tags are a cute way to make your classroom a little brighter and more organized this year! A great way to easily identify students in the classroom.

Each name tag measures 8 by 5 inches. Print, laminate, cut, and welcome your new students with these colorful and bright desk name tags.

This includes 22 desk name tags in Powerpoint file.

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Getting out and exploring the colors and textures of fall is a great introduction to nature for all students! With our fall scavenger hunt have adventures in nature and have fun practicing counting to five and identifying colors.

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Are you planning to introduce your kids or pupils to Science and you want to make it fun and unforgettable? You can do so with our SCIENCE Escape Room Kit - JOURNEY THROUGH BONES READING COMPREHENSION! Featuring 5 tasks that reveal a final secret code, this fun and engaging printable Science Reader and activities kit will be a huge hit for kids ages 5 - 8.

Our SCIENCE Escape Room Kit - JOURNEY THROUGH BONES READING COMPREHENSION offers a hassle-free experience, eliminating the need for props or other complex guidelines if you choose to carry out an Escape Room experience. It's perfectly suited for kids to solve puzzles on their own or in small teams, ideal for homeschool/classroom activities, young learners group events, sleepovers or family game nights.

This kit includes all necessary components to embark on a fun journey right in your own home. Hurry! Secure your SCIENCE Escape Room Kit - JOURNEY THROUGH BONES READING COMPREHENSION now and kickstart the entertaining Science lesson!

What's the storyline?

In the quiet town of Osseous Landing, a legend whispers through the streets about the Ancient Chamber of Skeletons, a hidden room said to hold the secrets of human anatomy's past, present, and future. This chamber can only be unlocked with the fabled Skeleton Key Secret Code. Are you brave enough to go on the adventure?

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PDF game guide (8.5 x 11)

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5 puzzle challenges with answers included

Recording sheet

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Gameplay: 45 - 60 minutes

Ages: 5 - 8

Number of players: As many as you want!