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Analyze Visual Elements & Figurative Language Digital Lesson Plan Survivor Song
By TooBookedUp
Engage your middle school ELA and humanities curriculum with our meticulously crafted "Survivor" by Destiny's Child Lesson 3-day bundle, designed for grades 5-8. This culturally relevant, comprehensive package seamlessly integrates music and media studies with critical ELA standards, making learning an engaging and transformative experience for students.
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This resource not only meets critical educational standards but also caters to diverse learning environments, whether in traditional ELA settings or innovative electives. By incorporating "Survivor" into your curriculum, you'll offer students a unique lens through which to explore themes of resilience, empowerment, and the artistic expression of personal growth. Equip your students with the skills to analyze and appreciate the depth of language and media with this all-encompassing resource.
Geography, Ancient History Geopardice Game: Ancient Egypt & Mesopotamia
By Geography & Math Made Easy
This engaging and **enjoyable **activity is designed to motivate students to **review the content **before an assessment on Ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia. Through this Ancient Studies game, students will be prepared for the end of the unit. Or, choose to use this as an end-of-unit alternative assessment. Allow students to use their notes, andtextbooks or simply have them answer game questions to see what knowledge they have retained.
Students will be able to identify:
This resource includes both a PDF and a Word document (docx format) that can easily be modified for use in social studies, science, math, language arts, and various other subjects. You can save the game sheet in Word and reuse it throughout the year simply by changing the questions to match the specific content you are studying. Students will have fun while reviewing, keeping them engaged in the process.
While modifying this activity requires creating your own study questions, it can serve as a valuable resource for many years to come.
INCLUDES EDITABLE WORD VERSION
Not to be duplicated, shared, reproduced,** or sold in any form. This is a teacher-created produced under the copyright of Geography & Math Made Easy**
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Permissions are given to the purchaser to make modifications to the game board using the Word document provided in the zip file. No other modifications may be made to this document.
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Asian-Pacific Month (Comic Book)
By Beth Hammett
Do you know how Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month begin? This 25 page comic book explains the history behind the celebrated month, and it offers students the opportunity to review information then fill in their own comic speech bubbles and facts using the comic templates.
Includes:
Immigration of the first Japanese to America
Number of Japanese who left their homeland for U.S.
Transcontinental Railroad
Map of Railroad Line
Golden/Last Spike
Asian-Pacific Continents & Islands (partial list)
Commemorative Bill made into Law
White House Fact about Visitors
Timeline of Congressional Bill into Law
Public Law 102-458
Hawaiian Words List and Activity
Famous Asian-Pacific Americans and Their Info: Amy Tan, Steven Chu, Michelle Kwan, Jerry Yang
Interesting facts, great coloring images, and follows CCSS guidelines. Use for assessment, introduction, and/or refresher. Fun, educational way to learn facts about Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month!
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Christmas - I'd Rather Activity
By Love Learning Languages - French Resources
✮ Christmas - I'd rather game for primary and secondary ✮
This resource includes two sets of 35 I'd rather cards. You get a total of 70 cards for the price of one set. One set is for primary and the other set is for secondary. A few of the cards are the same as they can appeal to different age groups. You may want to mix them all up and use all of the cards as a big set for secondary (taking out the doubles).
These sets of cards will strike up some interesting conversations, and they can be used year after year. These cards are a fun way to get students talking to each other during the holidays, and they're great fun at a Christmas party. This resource is part of my Christmas, Winter, and New Year's Resource Bundle which will save you TONS and provide you with lots of resources to use over and over again. Merry Christmas!!
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Thanksgiving : History, Traditions, Parades, Cranberry Harvest
By Reading Club Fun
This Thanksgiving puzzle packet is a cornucopia of good times and sound lessons for children. This packet includes:
Thanksgiving Recipe Remix Activity
By Sara Matherne
The Thanksgiving Recipe Remix is a creative and engaging classroom activity that brings Thanksgiving-themed fun into a standards-aligned lesson.
Students get to craft their own unique twist on classic Thanksgiving dishes by combining traditional recipes with unexpected "twist" ingredients. Then, they’ll plan and present a persuasive commercial to “sell” their dish to the class.
This project is perfect for winding down before Thanksgiving break while keeping students’ reading, writing, speaking, and critical thinking skills sharp. With recipe cards, twist ingredient cards, detailed worksheets for different grade levels, and a commercial planning sheet, this ready-to-go activity saves teachers planning time and provides students with an experience that blends creativity with academic rigor.
Bring some festive fun to your classroom—your students will love it!
Christmas Hip Hop Lyrics Analysis: Engaging ELA Resource for Grades 6-8
By TooBookedUp
Engage and Inspire Your Middle School ELA Students!
Dive into the festive season with our Christmas Hip Hop Lyrics Analysis resource, exclusively designed for grades 6-8 ELA classrooms. This unique, print-and-go package on TeachShare brings the vibrant world of hip hop into your classroom, featuring iconic tracks "Christmas Rappin'" by Kurtis Blow and "Christmas in Hollis" by Run DMC.
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Asia Geography — Chinese New Year, Lunar New Year & its Influences on Asia
By Geography & Math Made Easy
Chinese New Year, also known as Lunar New Year and Spring Festival, is an annual 15-day Chinese festival that begins with the new moon that occurs between January 21 and February 20. It is an important part of Asian history and is considered the most important celebration for families and includes a week of official public holidays. The history of the Chinese New Year festival can be traced back to about 3,500 years ago.
Have your geography students explore the Chinese zodiac and learn about how the Lunar calendar culturally influences Asia and its people through this fun and thorough lesson. This geography Asia Lesson includes an introduction, a group cooperative interactive reading activity, a carousel activity, and a wrap-up activity.
All Geography & Math Made Easy lessons can be modified to meet the needs of the students and time restraints. Your student will enjoy the interaction while learning.
OBJECTIVE:
o The learner will become familiar with the purpose of the Chinese New Year.
o The learner will understand how China’s Chinese New Year influences Southeast Asia.
o The learner will understand the importance of the Lunar Calendar within various countries in the eastern
hemisphere.
o The learner will understand how the Lunar Calendar influences Asian culture.
o The learner will recognize the differences between the Gregorian calendar and the lunar calendar.
MATERIALS:
o A type of projector to display any charts or documents that students need to view as a class. i.e. Chinese Zodiac Chart & Phases of the Moon Chart
o Phases of the Moon Chart (Included)
o Chinese New Year Student Introduction Reading Activity (Included)
o Chinese Carousel Travel Activity (Included)
o Colored pencils and highlighters for each team member
o Timer for reading activity
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By Beth Hammett
Learn facts and information about the 1889 Oklahoma Land Rush through comic book coloring and writing format. After reading and coloring frames, students re-write the story using blank speech and fact boxes on comic designed handouts. Easy to understand, basic facts that include: 5 Civilized Tribes Assimilation Point of View (NAI, Female, Male, Child) Statehood Geography Regions of the state labeling/colorcoding activity Indian Territory Oklahoma Territory Homestead Act Indian Removal Act Land Proclamation Land Claim Certificate Stake Your Claim (color, cut, paste to claim your new land) Relocation Map Boomers and Sooners 6 Counties of Unavailable Land Railroad Electricity in the White House President Benjamin Harris Oklahoma 1st and 2nd Capitols Write a Poem and/or Song Advertisement/Marketing Writing Journalism Writing Fort Reno in El Reno 4 Towns that Spring Up Overnight Charles Haskell, 1st Oklahoma Governor Complete lesson on the Oklahoma Land Rush of 1889 that will engage students and make learning cooperative, fun, and educational. Uses critical thinking, chronological order/sequencing, expository writings, inferencing, problem solving, symbolization, short story elements, plot lines, cultural awareness, diversity, and more... Great way to learn and assess basic history facts while reinforcing communication and writing skills!
Evidencia Textual Creativa-Creative Textual Evidence
By ARIANA PEREZ
Not your typical textual evidence!
A fun way to get students readings and demonstrating comprehension.
Targeted for levels Spanish 2 or higher!!!
Student read and demonstrate comprehension by coloring in a picture.
Answer Key Included
Noël - French I'd Rather - Christmas Activity
By Love Learning Languages - French Resources
✮ Noël - Christmas - French I'd rather game for primary and secondary ✮
This resource includes two sets of 35 I'd rather - Qu'est-ce que tu préférerais cards. You get a total of 70 cards for the price of one set. One set is for primary and the other set is for secondary. A few of the cards are the same as they can appeal to different age groups. You may want to mix them all up and use all of the cards as a big set for secondary (taking out the doubles). Check out all of my Christmas resources for the French classroom here.
These sets of cards will strike up some interesting conversations, and they can be used year after year. All cards are only in French, so they are perfect both for French core and immersion programs. This resource is part of my Noël Resource Bundle which will save you TONS and provide you with lots of resources to use over and over again. Joyeux Noël!!
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Global Bites: New Year’s Celebrations and Food Traditions Inquiry Based Learning
By TooBookedUp
Embark on a yummy food journey with "Global Bites: A New Year's Culinary Exploration," a comprehensive, inquiry-based learning experience designed for middle and high school students. This dynamic 33-slide Google Slides research project is the perfect resource for educators looking to spice up their January back-to-school curriculum with a cross-curricular, globally-focused exploration.
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"Global Bites: A New Year's Culinary Exploration" not only enriches students' understanding of global traditions but also hones their research and presentation skills. This resource is a must-have for teachers looking to bring the world into their classrooms and inspire a love of learning and exploration in their students.
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Lecturas Cortas para Niveles Principiantes
By ARIANA PEREZ
32 engaging short readings targeted towards lower levels of Spanish.
Ideal for students in Spanish 1-2.
Fun topics, easily reads and level appropriate questions!
Billie Holiday Body Biography Research Poster + Reading Comprehension Passage
By Veronica Reyes
Get ready for an enlightening journey in learning with our Research Reading Passage and Body Biography Poster Bundle, shining a spotlight on the incomparable Billie Holiday!
Step into the captivating world of Billie Holiday, the legendary jazz singer and civil rights icon, with our engaging 2-page nonfiction reading passage. Bursting with fascinating anecdotes, memorable moments, and vibrant illustrations, this passage invites students to explore Holiday's unparalleled talent, tumultuous life, and enduring impact on music and society, providing essential research material for the poster project.
INCLUDED- Reading Comprehension Questions! Differentiated and can be used with any reading passage about an influential female leader. Perfect for close reading!
Then, ignite creativity with our Body Biography Poster - a 12-piece collaborative masterpiece! Students color, assemble, and fill in the details, choosing between lined or unlined boxes to suit their style. As they work on their posters, they'll uncover Holiday's unique voice, resilience, and cultural significance, celebrating her contributions to the world of music and beyond.
Once complete, proudly display their work in the hallway, on bulletin boards, or as door decorations, showcasing their dedication and honoring the timeless legacy of Billie Holiday!
Stay tuned for more additions to our growing bundle, featuring even more influential figures in history!
It's the perfect blend of fun and learning for grades 1-6 - guaranteed to make every lesson about Billie Holiday unforgettable!
Geography & Government Types: Hitler's Olympics of 1936 (Without PowerPoint)
By Geography & Math Made Easy
Note: Because this is being purchased without the PowerPoint, your lesson will begin with the "Before and After: Agree or Disagree" Activity.
You can find the FULL VERSION of Hitler's Olympics here.
Following World War I, Germany was in economic, political, and physical ruins. In 1933, Adolf Hitler became Chancellor and began his quiet quest against anyone who was not Arian. In 1931, Germany was given the option of hosting the 1936 Olympics. Hilter, under his Nazi German totalitarian dictatorship government system, wasn't sure it was a good idea until he was convinced that they could build the largest stadium to be seen at the Olympics and make Germany look as if it was not in ruin. He agreed! The 1936 Olympics were different from the Olympics in the past. It incorporated theatre, high-tech equipment for the games, and wonderful production with many rituals that would continue into the Olympic games after Hitler's Olympics.
Hitler kept the secret of his war against the Jews throughout the two weeks of the 1936 Olympics using propaganda to show the world how well Germany was doing; the world, however, had no idea what was in store for Germany and the Jews who lived within its borders.
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NEW! Geography Antarctica Scavenger Hunt
By Geography & Math Made Easy
This lesson is easy enough for 5th graders to understand yet works well with students up to grade 12. Modifications can be made as needed.
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Students will find this Antarctica Scavenger Hunt activity fun and motivating, and it will encourage students to examine the physical, political, economic, and cultural characteristics of Antarctica. This is the perfect activity to introduce and begin your Antarctica unit.
For this Antarctica activity, provide each student with a student activity sheet. Students will work in cooperative groups of two to four, depending on your class and ability and experience in working in cooperative groups.
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NEW! Africa Geography: Africa Travel Story — Cooperative Learning Centers
By Geography & Math Made Easy
Do you find it challenging to determine what countries to cover when teaching Africa? This lesson explores 10 countries from Northern Africa to Southern Africa to Eastern Africa. Through this engaging Africa Travel Story geography lesson, your students will love exploring Africa through stations, or set up like a carousel activity! It is a great introduction to Europe and covers the following countries:
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(Note: Although this is designed for two weeks (45-minute classes, it can be modified at the teacher's discretion if there is a time limit. Simply require students to complete 5 countries rather than 10. Typically each group will study one country a day unless you have longer class times such as in block classes.)
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Geography: 99 Red Balloons: A Study of the Cold War
By Geography & Math Made Easy
LESSON: 99 RED BALLOONS: A STUDY OF THE COLD WAR
GRADE LEVEL: 6-9th
TIME FRAME: 90 MINUTES
TYPE OF ACTIVITY: GROUP COOPERATION
This lesson makes what could be a boring topic to students very interesting, fun, and interactive! Who doesn't like red balloons?
OBJECTIVE:
o Students will explore the anti-war song “99 Red Balloons”. Known in German as “99 Luftballoons”.
o Students will understand the events surrounding the Cold War.
o Students will become familiar with individuals involved in the Cold War.
o Students will examine the conflict between the two major world powers: the United States and the USSR.
MATERIALS:
o Lyrics and audio to the American song: “99 Red Balloons”.
o Lyrics and audio to the German song: “99 LuftBalloons”.
o One Red Balloon for each team.
o Ribbon (Enough for each group to receive a yard of ribbon)
o Enough computers for each team, library books, articles, etc. for research.
o 4x5 index cards—SIX for each group.
PREPARATION:
o Divide the classroom into groups of two. I encourage two to cover as many of the terms as possible. If you wish to have more terms covered, you may have each student complete one assignment.
o Your school may own a helium tank or have the school purchase it. May be cheaper to go to Walmart, Dollar Tree, or another store to purchase these balloons if the school cannot cover the cost of a tank. You may also consider having other teachers who would like to use this idea go in together to purchase it. PTA is sometimes willing to purchase these items. Places like Michael’s or Joann’s provide coupons to purchase items 40-50% off. Provide one balloon per group. (You may or the school may purchase a party helium balloon.)
Alternative to helium balloons: If you are unable to obtain red helium balloons, a reproducible balloon is provided in this lesson. Have the students color the balloon red, or reproduce it on red paper. You will be able to staple the ribbon to the balloon and students can still complete this activity.
INTRODUCTION: (20 minutes)
Students will listen to the song "99 Red Balloons" and will evaluate the meaning behind the lyrics.
Write on the Board:
Reasons for the Cold War
o United States’ fear of communist attack
o Truman’s dislike of Stalin
o USSR’s fear of the American’s atomic bomb
o USSR’s dislike of capitalism
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VIDEO: (10 minutes)
Links available with the purchase
INDIVIDUAL ACTIVITY: (30 minutes)
Students will work together in groups to complete the 99 Red Balloon project included in this lesson plan focused on the Cold War.
CLOSURE / EVALUATION: (20 minutes)
Have students present their balloons to the class following the timeline of the Cold War. Begin with 1945 and work your way to 1991. This will help students categorize events in time.
ENRICHMENT ACTIVITY:
Using the comparison chart provided, have students compare and contrast the differences in the American version of “99 Red Balloons” versus the German version of “99 Luftballoons”. Copies of both versions are included.
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