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The Creative Writing & Speaking Proposal & Rubric Kit

Struggling to craft compelling proposals for creative writing and speaking projects? Look no further! This comprehensive kit equips you with the tools to:

• Craft winning proposals: Build strong arguments, showcase your ideas, and secure project approval with ease.
• Develop engaging rubrics: Establish clear expectations and ensure successful project completion.
• Spark creativity: Find inspiration and ignite your inner voice with practical tips and engaging exercises.

This kit includes the following activities:

Collaborative Projects

1. Capitalization Cup Showcase - Decorate cups with different capitalization rules and create a display to showcase their cups.
2. A Bite Into A Tasty Paragraph - This engaging project tackles two key areas: reading comprehension and verb tense mastery.

Creative writing and speaking

1. Character Profile - Make a character profile by identifying nouns and their character traits.
2. I Am Looking Forward To ____ (year) - Students can write down 2 New Year’s resolutions (or what they are “looking” forward to) this (2025-2027)
3. My Thankful Heart -Students can express their thankfulness by listing at least 10 things they are thankful for (comin year). Integrated topics: Identifying Nouns, Common and Proper Nouns, Abstract and Concrete Nouns
4. A Rainbow of Words - Students can describe themselves using adjectives.

Remember Unity Day and Orange Shirt Day with this engaging and educational foldable craft activity designed for 2nd to 5th-grade students. This resource promotes awareness of the importance of unity, kindness, and the message "Every Child Matters." It features four unique shirt designs, two characters (a boy and a girl), and two (groups of friends) reflecting unity to encourage creativity and personal expression. With 12+ thought-provoking questions about unity day, Orange Shirt Day, students can reflect on the historical and cultural significance of this day while creating their own foldable crafts.

(Orange Shirt Day is a day of remembrance that originated in Canada to honor the survivors and victims of the residential school system. It is observed annually on September 30th. The day aims to raise awareness about the history and long-lasting effects of residential schools, which were institutions where the government forcibly sent Indigenous children in an attempt to assimilate them into Euro-Canadian culture. Many of these children experienced abuse, neglect, and loss of their cultural identities.)

What's Included:

• 4 shirt templates in different styles
• 2 character options (boy and girl)
• Groups of friends (2 slides)
• 12+ Orange Shirt Day-themed questions
• 8 different layout pages with various question formats to suit your students' needs

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Celebrate Thanksgiving with our engaging "Thanksgiving Craftivity The Thankful Writing Activity"! This resource is perfect for adding a festive touch to your classroom or home celebrations. This craftivity includes a Thanksgiving/ Fall feast Placemat I am thankful Craftivity that helps children express their gratitude in a creative way.

Our Thankful Turkey Social Studies Thanksgiving Craftivity is designed to blend fun and learning, making it an ideal addition to your Thanksgiving activities. The centerpiece of this resource is the Thanksgiving Craftivity - The Thankful, which guides students through a Thanksgiving Craftivity | I am Thankful Writing Activity. Kids will love creating their own Thanksgiving Turkey I Am Thankful Craft, a Fall Writing Craftivity that encourages them to reflect on what they are grateful for.

Included in this pack is the "I'm Thankful For...A Thanksgiving Placemat Craftivity and Writing" activity, offering a delightful way for children to express their thankfulness. Our Thanksgiving Writing Craftivity and I am Thankful For Writing Craft Thanksgiving Craftivity activities provide structured yet enjoyable opportunities for students to practice their writing skills while celebrating the season.

Additionally, the ThankFULL Pie Craftivity and Turkey Craft Hat activities are perfect for adding extra fun to your Thanksgiving celebrations. These Thanksgiving Craft Activities are designed to be easy to use and require minimal prep, making them perfect for busy educators and parents. The Thankful Turkey Craftivity rounds out this comprehensive pack, offering a variety of ways for children to engage with the holiday.

Bring the spirit of Thanksgiving into your lessons with this versatile and engaging craftivity pack!

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Celebrate Mother's Day by having your students create this adorable purse, booklet, and necklace. Students will be able to give it to someone who is special in their lives for Mother's Day. They may fill out their responses on kid-lined paper in the booklet to answer prompts. The booklet comes in primary lines and secondary lines. Students will enjoy creating a purse and necklace to give to someone they love. The purse has decorations for students to cut out and glue to the inside or the front. They can also make the decorations have a 3-Dimesional effect if they choose by simply cutting on the dotted lines and folding on the solid lines. This project is super easy to assemble.

If you are a mother, I want to wish you a Happy Mother's Day!

This product is ESPECIALLY good for classes in which some students are from non-traditional families or who have a special woman in their lives who is not their mother.

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This special person writing activity and craft allows students to create a meaningful gift for Mother's Day, Father's Day or Grandparent's Day. This simple craft and writing project is sure to delight the special person in the child's life.

How to Make:

To create the writing aspect of this activity, students will use the brainstorming ideas page to write down reasons they love their special person or when they do something the child loves. The student then gets to choose some of their best ideas to write on their heart craft. After writing their sentences, students can decorate their parent gift any way they choose. Students may choose to cut out their craft and glue it to some colored construction paper or card stock.

This packet includes several variations for different things a child may call their special person. There is also a blank craft for the student to write their special name.

The following are included in this packet:

• mom
• mum
• mommy
• mother
• dad
• father
• daddy
• grandma
• grandmother
• grandpa
• grandfather

This craft and writing activity are very easy to set up. Students simply need their craft template, a brainstorming ideas page, a writing utensil for the writing section, and crayons, markers, or colored pencils to decorate their craft. Scissors and glue are only needed if the child wishes to mount their craft to colored card stock or construction paper.

Perfect activity / writing prompt for Mother's Day. Includes "all about the world's best mom / aunt / grandma / family" writing pages. Also includes coordinating coloring pages for each option.

Students can create multiple writing activities / coloring pages, or just the one that works best for them!

Writing pages have multiple line options, and option to include a sentence starter. See preview for all options that are included!

I would also be happy to add more options, if you have another name you'd like to see added!

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Permission is granted to copy pages for use by teachers/students use by the original purchaser. This product was sold for single classroom use only. Please purchase additional licenses for use in multiple classrooms.

Introducing the perfect gift for Mother's Day!

The Mother's Day inclusive memory book. This resource is designed for all caregivers, including 39 templates for grandmothers, aunts, stepmoms, and more. It also includes both male and female pronouns, as well as a nameless template, it's like getting 5 memory books in one!

This activity fits lower elementary students best (1st to 3rd grade), as it is a wonderful way to celebrate the special moms in their lives and make them feel appreciated by providing them with a special memory book.

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This adorable Back to School Printable Fill Out Worksheets for kids by “The Fun Sheep” is a great School Keepsake Memory to Capture the precious memories and growth of your students or kids

Back to school activity to create lasting memories with these first & last day of school questionnaires! And compare experiences and accomplishments throughout the year

What comes in the product:

- 2 "First Day of School" Questionnaires (colored and black & white)

- 2 " Last Day of School" Questionnaires (colored and black & white)

- 4 pages to print

- A4 paper Size

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

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How-To Catch a Gingerbread Man Writing!

Creating a how-to writing guide on catching a gingerbread man, complete with two types of writing papers (dotted and lined) and a graphic organizer for brainstorming.

Graphic Organizer:

• • A fun and interactive graphic organizer to help readers plan their gingerbread-catching strategy.
  • Sections for brainstorming ideas, creating a step-by-step plan, and considering potential challenges.

Writing Papers:

• Dotted Paper:

  • Ideal for younger writers or those practicing handwriting skills.

• Lined Paper:

  • Suitable for more advanced writers or those who prefer a traditional writing format.

First page of the final draft comes in 2 versions. One with the gingerbread man clipart and one without.

Enjoy!!!

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Arthur Turns Green is a great book for students to read to discuss saving the planet, reducing, reusing and recycling, how you can save the planet at school, home, and in the community, etc. Students are presented with a variety of comprehension questions based on what happens in the book, Arthur Turns Green. Students can answer these questions as the book is read to them, as they read the book independently or they can use the text for lookbacks once the book is finished.

This Animal Graphic Organizer is a versatile tool suitable for any animal and pairs seamlessly with an Animal Research Project! Students can complete this organizer using illustrations, sentences, or a mix of both, making it an excellent leveled activity for all learners.

You can also utilize this organizer to structure an animal research paper. These posters look fantastic displayed on bulletin boards or in writing portfolios!

New Addition: Three writing paper options for students who want to write a report alongside their research. One version includes a small picture space, another features a large picture area, and the last has just lines for writing. Choose the format that works best for you!

Remember to set your printer to landscape for optimal results. Students enjoy engaging with this Animal Activity, and I hope you will too!

Moms truly ROCK! This rocking craft is perfect for Mother's and Father's day and includes seven different options: Mom, Mum, Aunt, Grandma, Dad, Uncle, and Grandpa. Includes two different writing templates! Perfect gift for Mother's Day!

Celebrate the end of the school year with this fun and engaging Sign & Shine Yearbook! This engaging activity book is designed to help your students capture their favorite memories, dreams and friendships in a keepsake they will cherish forever. This yearbook is perfect for classroom activities during the last week of school, providing your students with a meaningful and enjoyable way to celebrate their year. It’s a great keepsake that they will love looking back on in the years to come.

This product includes:

• Cover Page Options: Choose from a variety of cover pages to personalize each student's yearbook.
• Messages from Friends: Dedicated pages for friends to write special messages and well wishes.
• Goals and Dreams: A section for your students to write down their goals and dreams for the next school year.
• Bucket List: A fun space for your students to list the things they want to do or achieve.
• Summer Plans: Pages to share their exciting summer plans.
• Advice for Next Year: Collect and write advice for the upcoming school year.
• Favorite Memories: Reflect on and jot down the best memories from this school year.
• Favorite Jokes: Share favorite jokes or funny moments to remember.
• Best Books or Activities: List the best books read or activities enjoyed throughout the year.
• Teacher Notes: Pages for teachers to write encouraging notes or signatures.
• Autographs and Doodles: Fun space for classmates to sign and doodle.

How to Use:

1. Choose a Cover Page: Start by selecting your favorite cover page.
2. Fill In the Pages: Follow the prompts to fill in messages, memories and plans.
3. Gather Signatures: Ask friends, teachers, and classmates to sign and doodle in your book.
4. Reflect and Enjoy: Use the yearbook as a fun way to reflect on the school year and look forward to the next.

How to put together:

• Print all 8 pages and then stick the following pages back to back:

  • Cover and page 1&14
  • 3&12 and 13&2
  • 5&10 and 11&4
  • 9&6 and 7&8

• Or print back to back for an easier option. (Use back to back templates provided in product)

US and UK english versions available.

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Need a St. Patty's Day Craft plus a way to surprise your littles on St. Patrick's Day? Make these cute envelopes ahead of time and then let that lucky leprechaun fill them with treats!

Simple, no prep St Patty's Day activity that includes to clipart options (rainbow and shamrock), a friendly letter to the leprechaun writing option, or no writing option.

Thanks so much for your purchase, and Happy St. Patty's Day!

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Easy, No Prep, End of Year Activity:

Running out of things to do the last week of school? This is the perfect no prep activity that empowers students to give advice and encouragement to the upcoming grade level. Your current students will love sharing their thoughts and experiences, while your future students will be thrilled to learn what awaits them, straight from their peers.

What's Included:

• Grade Specific Brochures: Seven different brochures each labeled with the grade level you teach (K-6).
• Kindergarten: The kindergarten brochure includes mainly drawing prompts and a few fill in the blanks.
• 1st - 2nd: The 1st-2nd brochures include space for both drawing and writing.
• 3rd - 6th: The 3rd-6th brochures focus mainly on writing with a few drawing prompts.
• Blank Grade Levels: Two blank brochures (one with drawing prompts and one with writing prompts) are provided for differentiation within your classroom.

Wrap up this school year with a heartfelt, engaging activity, and be even more prepared for the beginning of next year!

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Bring the heartwarming story of "Pierre the Penguin" to life in your classroom with our engaging writing craft resource! This cut-and-paste activity allows students to immerse themselves in the tale of a special African penguin who triumphs over adversity. Your students will delight in cutting, coloring, and pasting their own penguin onto a writing template, creating a personal connection to Pierre's inspiring journey. To spark creativity and guide their writing, the resource includes three different visual sentence starter prompts, which can be easily printed and displayed on a document camera. Additionally, a blank sentence starter prompt is provided for teachers to customize as needed. This versatile resource not only enhances fine motor skills and artistic expression but also encourages thoughtful writing and reflection.

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Get spooky and creative this Halloween with the Disguise a Ghost worksheets! This Ghost in Disguise Project is perfect for kids who love crafting and imagination. Whether it's for a classroom activity, a family project, or decorating your Halloween Bulletin Board, these Disguise Worksheets offer endless possibilities to turn your ghost into something completely unexpected. Download and let the disguising fun begin this Halloween

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Celebrate the 100th Day of School in style with our delightful 100th Day Craft and Writing Activities! This engaging resource offers a seamless blend of easy-to-assemble crafts and inspiring writing prompts designed to enhance fine motor skills, scissor proficiency, and listening abilities in young learners. Create a captivating 100th Day bulletin board display and provide each student with a cherished keepsake.

Crafted for simplicity, our 100-year-old craft features user-friendly, easy-to-cut pieces, including both straight and curvy lines, perfectly tailored for your little learners. The flexibility extends to material choices—copy this hassle-free craft on regular copy paper, construction paper, or cardstock. An additional print and color option is also thoughtfully included, ensuring a stress-free experience for both teachers and students.

Incorporate the provided writing prompts to inspire creativity and expression in your students. From envisioning their lives at 100 to exploring personal aspirations, these prompts add an extra layer of excitement to the 100th Day celebration.

Here are 31 writing prompts for celebrating the 100th Day of School:

100th day of school

100 year old

100-year-old tree

When I am 100, I will

If I were 100, I would

This is me in 100 years!

Before I am 100, I will

If I had 100$, I would buy

In 100 years, the world will be

In 100 years I would look like

If I could have 100 of anything, I would choose to have 100

If I had 100 wishes, one of them would be

The most important thing I learned after 100 days of school is

In 100 years, technology will have

If I could have 100 more years of life, I would

If I had 100 $ to donate, I would give it to

In 100 years, the environment might look

When I celebrate my 100th birthday, I plan to

When I'm 100, my advice to younger generations would be

Before I'm 100, I want to visit

If I could meet someone from 100 years ago, I'd choose

When I'm 100, I dream of living in a world where

When I'm 100, I'd love to share stories about

If I had 100 hours of free time, I would spend it

If I were 100 years younger, I might have

When I'm 100, I envision myself living in a

In 100 years, education will likely be

Before I'm 100, I want to visit

This is me and my family in 100 years

This is me and my friends in 100 years

This is me and my favorite pet in 100 years

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Your students will LOVE this engaging PBL Build a Town project! Students pick the businesses they would like in their town, complete pages designing candy, cupcakes, a community park, as well as a ball park. I've even thrown in some math and paragraph writing.

Activity pages included are:

• Describe Your Town
• Who's in Charge? (Mini-Mayoral Election)
• Design a City Park
• Candy Shop (Adding Money - Dollars and Cents)
• Bakery (Adding Money - Dollars and Cents) Using Multiplication, if able)
• Fruit and Vegetable Stand (Adding Money - Dollars and Cents - Three Addends)
• Design a Ball Park
• The Main Event (Paragraph Writing)
• The Final Project

In The Final Project students draw a diagram with roads, then color their buildings and houses. Next, they cut out and glue the buildings where they choose. Finally, they add any other features such as street lights, traffic signs, park benches, etc. The finished products will make a great bulletin board or wall display!

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Inspire your students with our Apple-Themed Writing Paper! Perfect for fall-themed activities, this fun apple-shaped design will make writing assignments more engaging. Featuring clip art apples around the main shape, you can easily choose from six different line styles to suit your students' needs. Each style is also available with or without name and date lines for added convenience.

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