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This creative Art Room Gaming Badges Activity was designed to be printed and displayed as examples while you teach. Use this Google Slide file to display these beautiful images one-by-one on a large screen. *NOTE: this is a yearly event; it will take most of a full school year for any student to complete all 30 gaming badges…and that’s a good thing! *Students may try for any badge, in any order, however, students will want to start working on gaining easy gaming badges first, before trying to get the harder ones done. *Once students accomplish the criteria for a certain badge, either the teacher or the student may take colored pencils (only) to color the accomplished badge, so it looks similar to the completed version. *Move on to completing another great gaming badge. Good Luck! I hope you and your kiddos love this! Enjoy.

This creative Art Room Gaming Badges Activity was designed to be printed and displayed as examples while you teach. Use this Google Slide file to display these beautiful images one-by-one on a large screen. *NOTE: this is a yearly event; it will take most of a full school year for any student to complete all 30 gaming badges…and that’s a good thing! *Students may try for any badge, in any order, however, students will want to start working on gaining easy gaming badges first, before trying to get the harder ones done. *Once students accomplish the criteria for a certain badge, either the teacher or the student may take colored pencils (only) to color the accomplished badge, so it looks similar to the completed version. *Move on to completing another great gaming badge. Good Luck! I hope you and your kiddos love this! Enjoy.

This creative Art Room Gaming Badges Activity was designed to be printed and displayed as examples while you teach. Use this Google Slide file to display these beautiful images one-by-one on a large screen. *NOTE: this is a yearly event; it will take most of a full school year for any student to complete all 30 gaming badges…and that’s a good thing! *Students may try for any badge, in any order, however, students will want to start working on gaining easy gaming badges first, before trying to get the harder ones done. *Once students accomplish the criteria for a certain badge, either the teacher or the student may take colored pencils (only) to color the accomplished badge, so it looks similar to the completed version. *Move on to completing another great gaming badge. Good Luck! I hope you and your kiddos love this! Enjoy.

This creative Art Room Gaming Badges Activity was designed to be printed and displayed as examples while you teach. Use this Google Slide file to display these beautiful images one-by-one on a large screen. *NOTE: this is a yearly event; it will take most of a full school year for any student to complete all 30 gaming badges…and that’s a good thing! *Students may try for any badge, in any order, however, students will want to start working on gaining easy gaming badges first, before trying to get the harder ones done. *Once students accomplish the criteria for a certain badge, either the teacher or the student may take colored pencils (only) to color the accomplished badge, so it looks similar to the completed version. *Move on to completing another great gaming badge. Good Luck! I hope you and your kiddos love this! Enjoy.

Make the First Days of School Fun and Memorable with These Engaging Icebreakers!

Kick off the school year with this dynamic Classroom Icebreakers Activity Bundle designed to help students get to know each other, build classroom community, and feel comfortable in their new environment. Whether it's the first week of school or anytime you need to foster better classroom relationships, these fun and interactive games are perfect for middle and high school students.

These no-prep, easy-to-implement activities will have your students laughing, sharing, and working together, creating a positive classroom atmosphere from day one!

What’s Included:

• Engaging Icebreaker Activities: Fun, creative games that encourage communication and teamwork among students.
• Team-Building Challenges: Activities that require collaboration and problem-solving, helping students bond and feel comfortable with their peers.
• Student-Centered Discussion Prompts: Get your students talking and sharing more about themselves in a structured and engaging way.

Key Features:

• Build Classroom Community: Foster a supportive and inclusive classroom environment where students feel connected and engaged.
• No Prep Required: Simply print and go! These activities require no additional materials, making them easy to implement on short notice.
• Versatile: Perfect for back-to-school, new student introductions, or any time you want to strengthen classroom relationships.
• Fun for All Ages: While ideal for middle and high school students, these activities can be adapted for upper elementary classrooms as well.

Alphabetical affirmations coloring book for young children. 26 pages filled with different affirmations representing different abilities and ethnicities.

Resource will encourage young children to have positive self talk, self worth, and self esteem.

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As the school year is ramping up, so is the drama. I've had a lot of different cliques express the same issues; gossip, miscommunication, and misunderstandings. I decided to create some worksheets that can help lead the discussion on how to deal with friendship drama.

Resource includes a true and false section, scenarios they can relate to, the do's and don'ts of drama, and a chance for them to spill their drama to the llama.

Resource comes in color and black/white versions.

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This All About Me Self Portrait activity can be used in many ways! Great for Back to School activities, student of the month, icebreakers, and much more. It's really a great way for students to share about themselves in a fun and creative way. Resource comes with 30 different blank faces (15 boys, 15 girls)-allowing students to select characters that look like them.

Resource comes in two different formats-a prefilled mat that allows students to share a little about themselves and a blank mat-where students can choose to share what is important/reflective of them. Students can choose to write or draw in their answers. They can get as creative as they want with the blank faces and depict how they see themselves.

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-Name

-Dream Vacation

-Pets (If students don't have pets, they can share what pet they wish they had)

-Favorite Movie

-Hobbies

-Birthday

-Family (Who is a part of their family)

-Favorite song

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The Perfect St. Patrick’s Day Bulletin Board Kit for Busy Teachers!

Get your classroom ready to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with this easy-to-use Bulletin Board Kit and Classroom Door Decor! Designed with your busy schedule in mind, this kit makes decorating for March both fun and stress-free.

Here’s what’s included:

Customizable Shamrocks: Personalize the shamrocks with your students’ names in Canva. Just type, print, and cut—no extra hassle.

Two Festive Themes: Choose between “Cutest Clovers in the Patch” for a cheerful look or “Sham-Rockin Through March” for a fun and energetic vibe.

Printable Bunting: Mix and match banner pieces to create a festive touch for your March Bulletin Board or door display.

✋ Bonus Handprint Craft: A simple and engaging activity to get your students involved, perfect for adding a personal touch to your decor.

This kit makes it easy to create a standout St. Patrick’s Day Bulletin Board or Classroom Door Decor. The editable shamrocks let you add a special, personalized element for each student, while the ready-to-print pieces save you valuable time.

Your students will love seeing their names displayed and their creative crafts incorporated into your design. With everything prepared for you, decorating has never been simpler—or more festive!

Start creating your festive display today and make this March one to remember.

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Get ready for an amazing school year with our comprehensive Back to School and SEL Writing Prompts Bundle! Designed for grades 3-6, this bundle includes engaging daily journal prompts that cover a range of topics to kickstart your students' writing and social-emotional learning (SEL) journey.

What's Included:

• Back to School Writing Prompts: 30 daily journal prompts designed to help students build a strong classroom community, get to know their peers, and practice essential writing skills. Each prompt encourages collaboration, sharing, and reflection, making them perfect for morning work or writing centers.
• SEL Writing Prompts: 30 daily journal prompts focused on social-emotional learning, encouraging students to reflect on their feelings, develop empathy, and build strong character traits. These prompts are perfect for fostering a supportive and positive classroom environment.

Product Features:

• Editable Slides: All prompts are provided in editable slides format (Google Slides and PowerPoint), allowing you to customize them to meet your classroom needs.
• Printable Options: Printable PDF versions are included for easy distribution and use in various classroom settings. Printable task cards are also included.
• Pastel Polka Dot Design: The prompts feature a charming pastel polka dot design, making them visually appealing and engaging for students.

Why You'll Love It:

• Versatile Use: Ideal for morning work, writing centers, independent practice, or SEL activities.
• Engaging and Fun: Prompts are designed to spark creativity and encourage students to express themselves.
• Supports SEL: Helps students develop important social-emotional skills alongside their writing abilities.
• Easy to Use: Ready-to-go slides and printables save you time and effort in lesson planning.

Make writing and SEL a highlight of your classroom with this all-in-one bundle. Get your students excited about learning, build a strong classroom community, and support their social-emotional growth with these engaging daily journal prompts!

I hope you find this resource just as helpful for your students as it has been for mine! If you have any questions or would like to share feedback, please reach out to me on Instagram: MrsBaileyandHerClass.

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Transform your classroom into a welcoming and inclusive environment with our "Our Class is a Family" Bulletin Board Set Kit! This comprehensive kit features everything you need to create a stunning bulletin board, including a printable black and white border, vibrant bulletin board letters with a cactus and turquoise block print, and black accent words in both cursive and print options. Enhance your classroom decor with charming cactus graphics that perfectly complement the theme. Ideal for teachers seeking bulletin board kits, cactus classroom decor, and the inspiring message "Our Class is a Family."

This bulletin board set kit includes:

• Printable Black and White Border: Adds a crisp, clean frame to your bulletin board.
• Bulletin Board Letters: "Our Class is a Family" in cactus and turquoise block print with black accent words available in both cursive and print options.
• Cactus Graphics: Beautifully designed cactus images to enhance your display.

Product Highlights:

• Versatile Design: Perfect for any grade level, from elementary to middle school classrooms.
• Easy to Print and Assemble: High-quality, printable materials for quick and effortless setup.
• Engaging and Inclusive: The "Our Class is a Family" message fosters a sense of belonging and community among students.
• Customizable Options: Mix and match the cursive and print letters to fit your classroom’s style.

Whether you’re looking to refresh your classroom decor or create an inviting space for your students, this "Our Class is a Family" Bulletin Board Set Kit is the perfect choice. The combination of cactus classroom decor and the heartwarming message will make your classroom feel like a true family. Grab this kit today and start decorating with style and purpose!

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For our students, back to school is an extremely joyful moment. Use those first few days back to engage your pupils in a variety of activities that will help them get to know you and their fellow students. This Bundle, which includes more than 50 no-prep printable activities, is ideal for the first few weeks of school.

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⭐ All About Me Worksheet | First Day Of School Activities | Back To School | K-6th

These all about me worksheets are a wonderful method for young children in kindergarten, first school, and second grade to get to know their classmates and teachers. They may also be used as priceless mementos for parents! With the eight about me worksheet pages in this printable collection, your kid's will have a blast learning about themselves and their friends while developing important social skills. Featuring themes like 'self-portraits' and 'my favorite things', these worksheets are designed to be fun and engaging for young children. Download your printable collection today and let the learning begin!

⭐ Welcome Back To School Worksheets | First Day Of School Activities | First Week

With a joyful first day of school theme, these incredibly adorable printable Back to School Worksheets are a simple, enjoyable, no-prep method for preschool, pre-kindergarten, kindergarten, and first grade students to practice math and literacy skills. These worksheets are great for teachers, parents, and homeschoolers.

These worksheets offer a fun and engaging way to reinforce essential skills while keeping young children motivated. With no preparation required, they are perfect for busy teachers and parents. The worksheets cover a variety of math and literacy concepts, including number recognition, counting, basic addition and subtraction, letter identification, phonics, and simple reading comprehension.

To make the most of these worksheets, try incorporating them into your daily routine. You can use them as morning work, independent practice, or homework assignments. For additional learning opportunities, consider extending the activities with hands-on projects or games. Download these adorable Back to School Worksheets today and make learning a joyful experience for your child!

⭐ Back To School and Library Scavenger Hunt | First Day Of School Activities

In search of an enjoyable activity to do on the first day of school? An excellent activity for the first day of school is the classroom & library scavenger hunt, which is included in this printable back-to-school scavenger hunt. Utilize this back-to-school task to assist in easing your new students into their new classroom and make them feel welcome! This fun and engaging activity will help them get to know their classmates and the classroom environment while practicing important observation skills.

⭐ Back To School Bingo Game | First Day Of School Activities | First Week

With the help of this adorable back-to-school apple-themed bingo printable, celebrate the first day of school! With its emphasis on visual discrimination, vocabulary expansion, and good times, this entertaining back-to-school game is ideal for introducing toddlers, preschoolers, pre-kindergarteners, kindergarten, and first graders to the exciting world of learning! The bingo game features fun apple-themed images and words related to school like 'apple,' 'book,' 'pencil,' and 'school bus.' Download your printable bingo game today and let the learning begin!

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Everything you need to design the vibrant classroom of your dreams is included in this package of classroom decor! Vibrant rainbow hues and contemporary pastel colors with actual images are included in this set. Additionally, the practical pieces and sleek design simplify classroom organization! This comprehensive classroom decor package includes everything you need to create a vibrant and inspiring learning environment. Bright rainbow colors and trendy pastel shades, paired with real-life images, will bring your classroom to life. The practical pieces and sleek design make classroom organization a breeze! Transform your classroom into a colorful and engaging space that sparks creativity and fosters learning.

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⭐ Classroom Decor Bundle | Alphabet, Number, Shape and Color Posters and Cutouts

This comprehensive classroom decor package includes everything you need to create a vibrant and inspiring learning environment. With its eye-catching rainbow hues and trendy pastel colors, this set will add a touch of personality to any classroom. Real-life images bring the world into your students’ learning experience, while the functional pieces and streamlined design make classroom organization a breeze. Transform your classroom into a dream space with this must-have decor package!

⭐ Classroom Center Signs | Editable | Classroom Decor Posters | Back to School

54 pages of editable center station signs and cards are included in this set of center signs to help organize center management. Signs included: Art Center, Arts & Crafts Center, Block & Building Center, Block Center, Books Center, Building Center, Circle Time, Computer Center, Construction Center, Cooking Center, and more. Enhance your classroom’s visual appeal and promote a structured learning environment.

⭐ Alphabet Wall Cards with Pictures & Word | Classroom Decor Posters | Letter Card

With this collection of 34 unique letter posters, you can infuse your classroom with brightness and color. The rainbow hues are adaptable and look fantastic in any kind of bright school! This Resource Includes 2 types of letter posters: 26 alphabet posters (1 per page) with a rainbow watercolor background, and 7 alphabet posters (4 per page) with fun, playful illustrations to engage young learners. Each poster features a different animal or object that begins with the corresponding letter, encouraging kids to make connections between letters and the world around them. These vibrant and visually appealing posters are the perfect way to create a stimulating learning environment and inspire a love of reading and writing.

⭐ Classroom Rules and Expectations Posters | Classroom Management | Back to School

These posters serve as an excellent way to remind kids what it means to have good moral qualities!You can display the posters on your bulletin board, in the halls, and in your classroom. They are easily readable and vibrant. Classroom Rules included: Be Kind, Be Helpful, Be Organized, Be Safe, Be a Good Friend and more. These posters serve as an excellent way to remind kids what it means to have good moral qualities! You can display the posters on your bulletin board, in the halls, and in your classroom. They are easily readable and vibrant. By incorporating these classroom rules (be kind, be helpful, be organized, be safe, be a good friend …) into your daily routine, you’ll create a positive and supportive learning environment that fosters growth and development.

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Transform your classroom into a vibrant learning center with our space themed visual display bundle! This engaging resource includes three essential items to enhance your classroom decor and support student learning. First, a birthday visual display lets everyone know when to celebrate each student's special day, fostering a sense of community. Next, a number line from 1 to 31 provides a handy reference for teaching beginning math concepts, making number recognition and sequencing fun and interactive. Finally, this bundle includes a visual ten frame set from 1 to 30 which aids in developing foundational math skills such as counting, addition, and subtraction. Each item is designed with charming space illustrations, creating a cohesive and inviting atmosphere that will delight students and teachers alike. Bring a touch of the galaxy to your classroom and make learning a booming success!

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Transform your classroom into a vibrant learning center with our ocean themed visual display bundle! This engaging resource includes three essential items to enhance your classroom decor and support student learning. First, a birthday visual display lets everyone know when to celebrate each student's special day, fostering a sense of community. Next, a number line from 1 to 31 provides a handy reference for teaching beginning math concepts, making number recognition and sequencing fun and interactive. Finally, this bundle includes a visual ten frame set from 1 to 30 which aids in developing foundational math skills such as counting, addition, and subtraction. Each item is designed with charming marine life illustrations, creating a cohesive and inviting atmosphere that will delight students and teachers alike. Bring a touch of the ocean to your classroom and make learning a booming success!

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Elevate your middle school classroom environment with our "Ultimate SEL and Community Building Toolkit." This all-encompassing resource is expertly crafted to enrich your classroom with Social Emotional Learning (SEL), community builders, behavior management techniques, and much more. Whether you're hitting the reset button mid-year, kicking off a new semester, or integrating SEL into your daily curriculum, this toolkit is your go-to resource.

What’s Included:

• 20 Themed Community Circles: Dive into 20 meticulously prepared community circles, each with five thought-provoking questions. Themes range from empathy and leadership to bystander awareness, complete with opening and closing rounds for meaningful discussions. (PowerPoint slides)
• "Picture This" Activity: Leverage technology with our 25 creative photo prompts, encouraging students to share and connect through images from their phones. (PowerPoint slides)
• "Cross the Line" Interactive Slides: Engage your class with 25 dynamic slides featuring prompts about family, identity, and school life, perfect for fostering understanding and empathy. (PowerPoint slides)
• "Who Am I?" Game: A fun, interactive way for students to share unique facts about themselves, enhancing peer connections. (PDF)
• Peer Mediation Worksheet: Empower student leaders with our structured peer mediation worksheet, guiding them to resolve conflicts effectively. (PDF)
• "Find Someone Who" Icebreakers: Seven sets of themed icebreakers, ranging from current trends to school life, music, movies, and pop culture, are perfect for building a vibrant classroom community. (PDF)
• Classroom Time Capsule: Capture the essence of your classroom with a timeless activity, including thoughtful prompts and ideas for items to include. (PDF)
• 20 Gratitude Journal Prompts: Foster a culture of appreciation with prompts that encourage reflective writing and gratitude. (PDF)
• Student Spotlight Worksheet: Shine a light on individual students, promoting recognition and positive affirmations within your class. (PDF)
• Empathy Interviews: Deepen understanding and empathy with 10 sets of interview questions, encouraging meaningful peer-to-peer connections. (PDF)

Each activity in this toolkit comes with comprehensive protocols, clear instructions, essential materials lists, suggested teacher dialogues, and practical considerations. Additionally, you'll find ready-to-use worksheets or engaging Slide presentations to seamlessly integrate these activities into your daily teaching routine.

Ideal For:

• SEL Coordinators
• Middle School Teachers
• Behavior Management Specialists
• New Teachers or Mid-Year Classroom Resets
• Beginning of the Year Activities

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1. Content Quality and Quantity: This toolkit is comprehensive, offering a wide range of activities with detailed guides, which adds significant value.
2. Preparation and Time Saved: Consider the time and effort you’ve saved for other teachers in preparing these activities.
3. Usability and Reusability: The resource is versatile and reusable throughout the year, adding to its long-term value.

This toolkit is more than just a collection of activities; it's a pathway to creating a nurturing, empathetic, and engaged classroom community. Equip yourself with this invaluable resource and witness the transformative power of SEL in your middle school classroom!

Introducing the ultimate classroom management and engagement toolkit for middle school teachers of all subjects: "Classroom Synergy: Building Expectations and SEL Skills." This comprehensive package is expertly crafted to align with the start of the new year, seamlessly integrating across curriculums and focusing on key areas of student development such as social-emotional learning (SEL), writing, collaboration, and public speaking.

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1. Classroom Expectations - PDF Handout and Google Slides: Kick off your classroom management with our detailed PDF handout and interactive Google Slides presentation, outlining 16 essential classroom expectations. This resource is designed to clarify what each expectation looks like and sounds like in a middle school setting, creating a solid foundation for a positive learning environment in any subject.

2. Expectations Role Play: Dive into dynamic, hands-on learning with our Expectations Role Play activity. Students actively engage in performing skits that depict various classroom scenarios, fostering an understanding of expectations through practical application. This activity not only reinforces classroom norms but also enhances students' public speaking and critical thinking skills.

3. Creating Expectations Posters: Unleash your students' creativity while reinforcing classroom rules with our poster-making activity. Students collaborate to design and create posters for each expectation, blending artistry with learning. These visual aids serve as constant, colorful reminders of the classroom culture you're building together.

4. Expectations and SEL Writing Prompts: Deepen your students' reflection and introspection with SEL-aligned writing prompts. These thought-provoking prompts encourage students to connect classroom expectations with their emotional and social growth, fostering maturity and self-awareness.

Perfect for the New Year: "Classroom Synergy" is an ideal resource to reset or establish your classroom culture at the beginning of the year. It sets a tone of respect, cooperation, and positivity.

Cross-Curricular and SEL Integrated: Our toolkit is designed to fit seamlessly into any subject area while prioritizing the development of crucial SEL skills. It encourages students to work together, express themselves, and become active, empathetic participants in their learning journey.

Versatile and Easy to Use: With activities catering to various learning styles and needs, "Classroom Synergy" is user-friendly and adaptable, ensuring that every middle school teacher can implement it with ease.

Elevate your classroom environment and empower your students with "Classroom Synergy: Building Expectations and SEL Skills" – your go-to resource for a harmonious, productive, and engaging classroom!

This resource is included in the New Year 2024 Bundle Here: Ring in Learning: New Year's Thematic Middle School Classroom Bundle (TeachShare.com)

Take "Would you Rather" to the next level and use it as a tool for argumentative writing. Introduce the art of persuasion with our 'Valentine's Day Argumentative Writing Resource,' where love meets lively discourse.

Perfect for grades 4-8, this resource is crafted to demystify argumentative writing by breaking down its core components. Students will learn to construct solid arguments, establish clear claims, back them with logical reasoning, skillfully address counterarguments, and deliver convincing rebuttals.

What sets this resource apart are the 28 uniquely crafted 'Would You Rather' prompts - 14 fun and 14 icky scenarios - designed to spark engagement and laughter in any classroom. Accompanied by high-quality images and available in both PDF and Google Slides, this resource is a visual treat that enhances the learning experience.

Here's what makes our resource a 'must-have' for your classroom:

☑️ Blended learning

☑️ 1:1 student-device ratio

☑️ Small group discussions

☑️ Intervention strategies

☑️ Learning centers

☑️ Homework assignments

☑️ Engaging warm-ups

With 64 interactive slides and 28 printable PDF pages, it provides ample practice for students to master argumentative writing. Whether you're looking to spice up your writing centers or bring a little 'love' to your intervention lessons, these prompts are sure to keep students engaged.

Don't miss out on the chance to make argumentative writing the highlight of your classroom this February. Get your students chatting, debating, and writing with our Valentine's Day Argumentative Writing Resource. Follow our store for more heartfelt educational resources that blend fun with learning!

Make the start of the school year exciting and meaningful with our Ultimate Birthday Research Project! Perfect for grades 5-8, this comprehensive activity is designed to foster community building and self-identity exploration, seamlessly integrating into back-to-school activities and research units. With no preparation needed, this high-engagement project is ideal for teachers looking to create an inclusive and interactive classroom environment from day one.

Product Description:

✔️ Back-to-School Engagement: Kick off the school year with an engaging project that helps students learn more about each other. ✔️ Community Building: Foster a sense of community as students share their unique birthday research findings. ✔️ Identity Exploration: Encourage students to explore and celebrate their identities through personal research. ✔️ Research Skills Development: Integrate essential research skills into a fun and meaningful project. ✔️ No Prep Required: Save valuable planning time with this ready-to-use project. ✔️ High Engagement: Keep students motivated and interested with a project that connects personally to each of them.

What's Included:

• Detailed Instructions: Step-by-step guide for teachers and students.
• Research Templates: Easy-to-use templates for students to record their findings.
• Presentation Guidelines: Tips and structures for students to share their projects with the class.
• Assessment Rubrics: Clear criteria for evaluating student work.
• Extension Activities: Additional ideas to expand learning and engagement.

Benefits:

• Aligned with Educational Standards: Meets various curriculum standards for research, writing, and presentation skills.
• Flexible Implementation: Can be adapted for individual, partner, or group work.
• Enhances Critical Thinking: Encourages students to analyze and synthesize information.
• Promotes Inclusivity: Celebrates the diverse backgrounds and experiences of all students.

Ideal for:

• Back-to-School Activities
• Community Building Exercises
• Identity Units
• Research Units

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Bring excitement and community spirit to your classroom with the Ultimate Birthday Research Project. Purchase now and watch your students dive into a world of discovery and self-expression!

Looking for a versatile and engaging resource to kickstart your classroom each day? This comprehensive set of 50 check-in slides is perfect for any subject area, advisory periods, or as conversation starters, bell ringers, or SEL activities. These slides are designed to foster reflection, build community, and create meaningful conversations in your classroom, all while being easy to use and adaptable to your needs.

Product Features:

• 50 Unique Check-In Slides: With a wide variety of themes including emojis, weather, animals, colors, songs, and more, these slides ensure that your students start the day reflecting on their emotions, sharing their thoughts, and connecting with their peers.
• Flexible Use: Whether you're teaching math, language arts, science, or social studies, these slides can be seamlessly integrated into any lesson. They are also perfect for advisory periods, morning meetings, or as part of your SEL (Social Emotional Learning) curriculum.
• Year-Round Utility: With 50 unique slides, this resource can be used for 10 weeks straight without repeats, making it a staple in your daily routine. Whether you need a quick bell ringer, a conversation starter, or a community-building activity, this resource has you covered.
• Build Community: Encourage students to share and listen to each other's responses, fostering a positive and supportive classroom environment. These activities help students develop self-awareness, empathy, and communication skills.
• Engage All Learners: The diverse range of check-ins ensures that there’s something for every student, whether they relate more to visuals, emotions, or metaphors. This inclusivity helps every student feel seen and heard.

Ideas to Use:

• Morning Routines: Start each day with a quick and easy check-in to gauge your students' mood and mindset.
• SEL Activities: Incorporate these slides into your social-emotional learning curriculum to help students develop key emotional intelligence skills.
• Bell Ringers: Use these slides as an engaging way to transition into your daily lessons, helping students shift their focus and prepare mentally.
• Advisory Periods: Foster deeper connections and discussions during advisory time with thought-provoking questions and activities.
• Conversation Starters: Encourage students to share and discuss their thoughts, building communication skills and classroom community.

Why This Resource?

Creating a classroom environment where students feel connected, understood, and engaged is key to successful learning. These check-in slides are designed to help you achieve that goal effortlessly. By incorporating these daily check-ins into your routine, you’re not just starting the day on the right foot—you’re building a classroom culture where every student feels valued.

Get ready to make mornings the best part of the day with these engaging, reflective, and fun check-in slides. Perfect for year-round use and suitable for students of all ages!