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Celebrate President's Day with this inspiring activity set that brings history to life for young learners! Through engaging worksheets and a creative pennant activity, students will explore the lives, values, and accomplishments of the most influential U.S. presidents, all while connecting these leaders’ roles to their dreams and potential.

Why Should You Use This?

This President's Day resource goes beyond simple facts to foster a deeper appreciation for leadership and civic responsibility. It helps students understand the values and achievements of past presidents, making historical figures relatable and sparking their aspirations. Perfect for classrooms focused on character education, this activity encourages students to think critically about what it means to be a leader and how they, too, can make an impact.

What Skills Are Students Working on with This Resource?

With these worksheets, students strengthen essential skills, including research, critical thinking, and self-expression. The biography research pages develop their ability to gather and organize information, while reflective questions nurture empathy and historical awareness. By engaging with memorable quotes and facts, students also work on comprehension and analysis, encouraging thoughtful discussions about leadership qualities and personal goals.

This resource includes:

• How to Become President of the U.S.
• Presidents of the U.S. Memorable Phrases and Interesting Facts (two pages)
• Presidents of the U.S. Memorable Phrases and Interesting Facts (empty template)
• President's Day Biography Research
• President's Day Biography Research (woman's version)
• President's Day Pennant

Happy President's Day

Introducing our exciting 50 States Bingo set! Get ready to learn and have fun as you explore the 50 states of the United States in a unique and engaging way. It's a fantastic way to learn and test your knowledge about the states. These cards feature vibrant images of the different states. The game can be played with 2 to 10 players, making it a versatile option for different group sizes. The Bingo cards come with 50 calling cards, each having an image of a state abbreviation on it that each player needs to find on their cards. The first player to complete a row, column, or diagonal on their bingo card yells, "Bingo!" and wins the round. Our 50 States Bingo set not only entertains but also educates, promoting memory retention and expanding knowledge about the United States.

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What is included:

10 bingo cards with abbreviations of states

50 calling cards

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Engage your students with this comprehensive Veterans Day Activity Set, designed to honor and educate. This set includes a variety of activities suitable for students in grades 2, 3, 4, and even 5.

The set features:

• 1 Word Search Puzzle: To enhance vocabulary and pattern recognition
• 1 Crossword Puzzle: To encourage critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• 1 Word Scramble: A fun way to improve spelling and word recognition
• 1 Vocabulary Activity: To expand language skills and knowledge about Veterans Day.

Each activity comes with an answer key, allowing students to check their work independently.

These activities are not only educational but also a respectful way to acknowledge the significance of Veterans Day. Perfect for classroom use, homeschooling, or just for fun at home.

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• Veterans Day reading comprehension passages with multiple choice questions

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❤️Looking for engaging and culturally appropriate posters to celebrate diverse leaders in history? This growing bundle of posters is the perfect way for your students to learn about a variety of notable people and the ways they created a meaningful impact on the world!

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✏️Great for early elementary students!

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This fun and engaging craft is a great way to teach Grades 2-5 about the life and accomplishments of George Washington Carver, a brilliant scientist and inventor who made many important contributions to agriculture and science.

Perfect for Black History Month or any time of year, this craft engages your students in learning about this important figure.

Students will create their own George Washington Carver craft using simple materials like paper, scissors, and glue and write about him choosing any of the six different writing prompts.

Help your students develop their writing skills with this adorable addition to your classroom bulletin board or hallway display!

What’s Included:

▪︎ George Washington Carver template

▪︎ Peanut template × 6 writing prompts

▪︎ Writing template

▪︎ Answer key to All about G.W. Carver

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This "What Was The Great Depression?" book report and book study project digital product for 3rd and 4th-grade students is perfect for exploring non-fiction text structures for reading comprehension. It enhances non-fiction reading comprehension, book study, and report writing skills!
This resource includes:

• Comprehensive Google Slides digital lesson for reading comprehension and book report writing support

• 9-page printable PDF book report flip book template

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NOTE: You need a (free) Google account to access the digital lesson, and you will need access to the book "What Was The Great Depression?" to complete the digital and printable activities.

Students will dive into the context of The Great Depression, gaining a deeper understanding of this significant event in American history including the Dust Bowl and Stock Markets. The digital lesson guides students through key facts, timelines, and the impact of these events.
How to use this resource:

• Have students read the book, "What Was The Great Depression"

• Print the book report flip book template

• Open and present the Google Slides digital lesson

• Follow the intuitive prompts, which will take you through each step of the book report. For example, if it's time to work on the "facts" page, there is a series of multiple-choice questions on specific facts detailed in the text that will help refresh the students' memories and comprehension. Then students can fill in the facts they found most interesting.

• Have fun guessing the mystery puzzle between each section of the book report!

The printable PDF book report flip book template provides creative book report ideas, such as summarizing the events, using critical thinking skills, and creating a timeline. It can be used with any non-fiction book. Students will also use a book review template to evaluate this event's significance. Overall, this project offers an engaging way for students to explore non-fiction text structures while learning about a crucial event in history.
The non-fiction book report flip book pages include:
   ✏book title info
   ✏rating & review
   ✏vocabulary
   ✏facts
   ✏text ideas
   ✏series of events
   ✏making life connections
   ✏what I learned
   ✏questions I have
   ✏setting & subject
   ✏interesting event
   ✏important event
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This Moon Landing word search puzzle worksheet is for the memory of landing on the moon. The words are hidden in all directions and there may be some overlaps making this a challenging word search. A great activity worksheet for class or home that will help students learn a lot about this great achievement.

The 24 hidden vocabulary words are: Aeronautics, America, Apollo, Astrology, astronaut, astronomy, Buzz Aldrin, Eagle, Eleven, exploration, Historical, John F. Kennedy, landed, landing, launch, lunar, Michael Collins, mission, Moon, Neil Armstrong, orbit, Space, spacecraft, telescope.

Engage your students with these activity resources:

• Moon Phases Word Search Puzzle Activity Worksheet Fun Back To School Ressource
• 118 Beach Related Words Word Search Puzzles - End of School Activity Worksheets
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• 10 Summer Vocabulary Word Search Puzzles Worksheets Activity - 100 Word to Find
• Fourth (4th) of July Word Search Puzzle Activity Worksheet | 63 Word to Find
• BIG Summer Vacation Fun Word Search Worksheet - End of School Year Activity

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Engage your students with this Bundle, a fun and educational Fall Craft All About Apple activity pack, and Word Search Puzzle Game, perfect for celebrating Johnny Appleseed and exploring the world of apples! Designed for 2nd-5th grade students, this resource is packed with a variety of hands-on activities and writing prompts to inspire creativity, critical thinking, and a deeper understanding of the historical significance of Johnny Appleseed.

What’s Included:

1. Apple Acrostic
   Students will create an apple-themed acrostic poem to enhance their vocabulary and understanding of descriptive writing.
2. Apple Senses Exploration
   Encourage students to explore their five senses—look, smell, sound, taste, feel—using apples as a fun and relatable object of study.
3. Writing Prompts:

• If I Had an Apple Tree...

• An Apple a Day Makes Me Feel...

Johnny Appleseed-Themed Questions:

• • Who Was Johnny Appleseed, and Why Is He Important?
  • What Are Interesting Facts About Johnny Appleseed?
  • How Did Johnny Appleseed Help Plant Apple Trees Across the Country?
  • What Lesson Can We Learn from Johnny Appleseed’s Life?

• A Johnny Appleseed Day Word Search Puzzle with 20+ themed words.

• A word list featuring both short (3-4 letter) and longer words to cater to different reading levels.

• An answer key for quick and easy checking.

These questions help students connect history and literacy, as they dive into the life and legacy of Johnny Appleseed.

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This product is designed for educational purposes, focusing on election-themed activities for students. The product includes:

Presidential Election I Spy Activity: This activity sheet features various election-related icons and symbols such as ballots, voting booths, maps, and political symbols. Students are tasked with finding and counting the different items on the sheet. The activity sheet includes spaces for the student's name, class, teacher, and date at the top.

I Voted Badge Craft: A w&B circular badge with the words "I VOTED" in the center, surrounded by stars and stripes, mimicking a patriotic theme. This craft can be coloring and cut out and worn by students to show their participation in the mock election activities.

VOTE Headband Craft: A headband craft designed with stars and stripes, featuring the word "VOTE" prominently in the center. This headband can be assembled and worn by students, adding a fun, interactive element to the election activities.

These activities aim to engage students in learning about the electoral process through hands-on crafts and interactive games, making the educational experience both fun and informative. The design is colorful and visually appealing, suitable for classroom settings and educational events related to Election Day.

Engage your students with this Bill of Rights Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passage and Questions resource, designed to make learning about the Bill of Rights meaningful and interactive. Perfect for Bill of Rights Day, this resource encourages critical thinking, comprehension, and classroom discussions.

What’s Included:

• 1 nonfiction reading passage about the Bill of Rights
• 6 thought-provoking questions to assess understanding and promote deeper conversations
• 2 pages in total, designed for 8.5x11 inch standard printing

Why You’ll Love This Resource:

• Ideal for classroom discussions and individual assessments
• Helps students connect historical context with its importance today
• Great for Bill of Rights Day, Constitution Week, or U.S. History units

This versatile product is an excellent addition to your teaching toolkit, offering flexibility for use in various settings, including individual assignments, group work, or interactive learning sessions.

Transform your classroom into a hub of civic understanding and critical thinking! Download this engaging and educational resource today.

Enhance grammar skills with these no-prep worksheets focused on capitalization and punctuation using sentences about President Thomas Jefferson. Perfect for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th graders, with lined paper for rewriting and an included answer key.

What’s Inside?

- Grammar Practice Sentences: Each worksheet features sentences about Thomas Jefferson that require students to apply proper capitalization and punctuation, including periods, commas, quotation marks, apostrophes, and titles.

- Lined Paper for Rewriting: Ample space is provided for students to rewrite each sentence correctly, helping them practice and reinforce their learning.

- Comprehensive Answer Key: An included answer key ensures quick and easy grading, making this a hassle-free resource for teachers.

Educational Benefits:

- Builds Essential Grammar Skills: Focused practice on capitalization and punctuation helps students master these fundamental aspects of grammar.

- Engages with Historical Content: Sentences about Thomas Jefferson provide a dual benefit of reinforcing historical knowledge while practicing grammar.

- Encourages Independent Learning: Clear instructions and structured worksheets allow students to work independently, building confidence in their abilities.

Perfect for Classroom and Home Use:

Whether you’re a teacher looking for supplemental classroom materials or a parent seeking educational activities at home, these worksheets are versatile and user-friendly:

- No Prep Needed: Simply print and go—no additional preparation required, making it ideal for busy educators.

- Aligned with Curriculum Standards: Designed to meet the learning objectives for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th grade grammar lessons.

Why Choose These Worksheets?

These worksheets offer a structured and engaging approach to teaching essential grammar skills. By combining historical content with practical exercises, students not only improve their writing but also gain a better understanding of American history.

National Donut Day is the first Friday and June, so use these 12 CCSS activities to celebrate the holiday! Comes with: History timeline Billboard advertisement to make Calendar and Symbolism Coloring sheets Discussion Starters/Writing Prompts Doughnut decorating contest and matching activities Doughnuts make a word activity Doughnut Recipe activity Maze Order of Operations cut and paste Word Search Excellent for fun, critical thinking learning about and participating in National Doughnut Day!

Color By Number features cute and adorable coloring page of Flag . These fun coloring pages will help children master their numbers and improve their manual dexterity through coloring. Little ones will enjoy learning the numbers and coloring the pictures. It also helps in developing fine motor skills, counting, number recognition, eye-hand coordination and improves pen controls.

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• square 11'' x ''8.5 designs that can easily be printed on regular sized paper

• High-resolution images

• Unlimited prints

• Great for kids, boys, girls, and teens

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This adorable Remembrance Day Patriotic Handprint Activity by “The Fun Sheep” is a great Keepsake Craft for Kids, it will make the perfect Memorial Day Activity Craft Gift

What comes in the product:

- 3 Printable Memorial Day handprint Wall Art Designs

- Each card comes blank for kids to Stamp

- 6 pages

- A4 paper Size

- Best to print on card stock (Colors will vary depending on printer used)

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This product was made for students to learn the following:

In this product, students will learn about the Oregon Trail Westward Expansion. Vocabulary covered: pioneers, frontier, forty-niners, California Gold Rush, pioneer life, and The Oregon Trail along with a fill in the blank vocabulary review. At the end of the vocabulary review, a key is provided with the answers to all vocabulary words that are presented to help students fill in the missing blanks.

Students will learn about the westward expansion. What the west was in 1830, the causes of diseases and death along the Oregon Trail - scurvy, yellow fever, dysentery, cholera, typhoid, and wagon mishaps. how Indigenous Peoples that pioneers met on their journey west were helpful, facts about the covered wagons that were used to travel out west, what was packed in the covered wagons and why, and who the forty-niners were and what they were searching for.

The notes are adapted to meet your student's individual learning needs. Throughout the product, after each page of notes is reviewed, students will answer short answer comprehension questions. At the end of the product, students are provided with a review that includes multiple choice questions and short answer questions.

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Engage your students this Veterans Day with these five reading comprehension passages designed for 1st to 4th graders. Each passage highlights important aspects of Veterans Day and includes questions that promote critical thinking and understanding. Perfect for classroom activities, homework, or holiday celebrations!

Passages Included:

1. What is Veterans Day? - An introduction to the holiday and its significance.
2. The History of Veterans Day - Learn about the origins and name change of the holiday.
3. How We Celebrate Veterans Day - Explore different ways communities honor veterans.
4. A Veteran’s Story - Read about a veteran’s experiences and contributions.
5. Thanking Our Veterans - Understand the importance of gratitude on this special day

Why is Martin Luther King's birthday celebrated as a national holiday, and who was he? Learn how Martin Luther King Jr. transformed American culture forever by watching this incredibly educational Kids Academy film about this remarkable guy. You will learn about his battle against segregation, a legislation in the United States that prohibited individuals with different skin tones from traveling, studying, or dining together. Some individuals felt it was normal to treat Black people badly, despite the fact that slavery had been abolished over a century earlier. In order to combat this inequality, Martin Luther King began using both words and nonviolent means, and he was successful!

This lesson plan is based on the YouTube video about Martin Luther King Jr.: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kwZxJEUOvS0. There are various activities for your students to do before, while, and after watching the video. The lesson last 90 minutes and it is designed mostly for Elementary school students. The answer key is included at the end.

Master the art of creative writing while honoring our heroes with this engaging Veterans Day Creative Writing Prompts Pack. Help your students focus on the significance of Veterans Day, mastering both writing and storytelling. These 10 thoughtfully crafted writing prompts will lead your students through a journey of gratitude and reflection. Each prompt comes with a first, next, and last sequencing prompt. With no prep needed, this pack is a student friendly resource and fosters critical thinking skills. Simply print and use. Discover the power of words in honoring those who serve. Ideal for Veterans Day and Memorial Day activities.

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Honor Veterans Day in your classroom with this engaging and educational Veterans Day Word Search! This resource offers a meaningful way to introduce students to important vocabulary related to the holiday, such as "service," "honor," "freedom," and "sacrifice." Each word search puzzle encourages students to reflect on the significance of Veterans Day while building their spelling, vocabulary, and problem-solving skills.

Whether you're looking for a classroom activity, a way to keep early finishers engaged, or a simple holiday-themed homework assignment, this word search is a perfect fit for grades K-6.

What's Included:

• 4 unique word search puzzles featuring Veterans Day-themed vocabulary.
• Words ranging from 3 to 12 letters to challenge students of different grade levels.
• Complete answer key for quick and easy checking.

Ways to Use This Resource:

• Classroom Activity: A great way to introduce the importance of Veterans Day in a fun, interactive format.
• Early Finishers: Keep students occupied with a meaningful task once their primary work is completed.
• Holiday-Themed Homework: Send it home as a holiday assignment that students can enjoy while learning about the significance of the day.
• Substitute Plans: A no-prep activity that is easy for a substitute teacher to manage and enjoyable for students.

Why It’s Ideal for Your Classroom:

This Veterans Day Word Search not only reinforces key academic skills, but also helps students understand and appreciate the service and sacrifice of veterans. It’s a great way to incorporate an important holiday into your lessons while keeping learning fun and engaging for students in grades K-6.

Help your students reflect on this meaningful day while enjoying a fun, educational activity!

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This is an excellent starter worksheet of puzzles, the right choice for a child's first introduction to sudoku, good activity that reinforces logic and problem-solving, this worksheet is perfect for road trips or anytime you need some peace and quiet without resorting to turning on the TV.

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