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Halloween - Frighteningly Famous! - History Project - Biography Activity
By The Classroom Globetrotter
Bring history, art, and imagination together in a spine-tingling exploration of historical figures with "Frighteningly Famous," the perfect activity for Halloween or anytime of year! This engaging and multidisciplinary classroom project invites students to embark on a journey that blurs the lines between fiction and reality. In this captivating activity, students select classic monsters such as Frankenstein, Dracula, the Wolfman, and others and transform them into famous historical figures from the halls of history.
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Educational Value: The "Frighteningly Famous" Activity offers a unique blend of art, history, and critical thinking, making it an invaluable addition to your classroom resources. It promotes creativity, research skills, and interdisciplinary learning, fostering a deeper appreciation for history and art.
Perfect for Middle and High School: This activity is specifically designed for middle and high school students, providing age-appropriate content and challenges that align with educational standards.
Perfect for Halloween or to use anytime of the school year when you need a fun activity!
Biography on a Beach Ball – End of Year, Spring Break, Summer - Research Project
By The Classroom Globetrotter
Celebrate the End of the Year with This Fun and Creative Biography Activity!
Biography on a Beach Ball is the perfect end-of-year, spring break, or summer activity to keep students engaged while celebrating historical figures or personal heroes. This exciting, hands-on project lets students combine research with creativity by designing a biography beach ball that highlights the life, achievements, and impact of notable individuals.
This activity is great for wrapping up the school year with a fun, relaxed approach to biographical research, all while promoting teamwork and classroom interaction. It works just as well for a spring break or summer project to keep students’ research skills sharp!
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This fun and engaging resource is perfect for middle school and high school history, social studies, or ELA classrooms, providing a creative twist on traditional research projects. Your students will love researching and presenting their biographies on a beach ball!
Guess The Wishlist - Christmas - Holiday - Winter - Social Studies Activity
By The Classroom Globetrotter
Bring history to life this Christmas holiday season with a fun and engaging stations activity your students will love!
In this festive critical thinking activity, students will travel through time as they uncover which famous historical figures wrote 25 intriguing holiday wish lists to Santa! Blending creativity, historical context, and problem-solving, this activity is perfect for middle school or high school social studies classes.
Each wish list includes a mix of both physical items and abstract ideas, giving students clues about the personality, accomplishments, and aspirations of notable figures from both world and U.S. history. Students will match the wish lists to their corresponding figures as they rotate through stations, completing an answer sheet with their guesses.
What’s Included:
*Includes both color and black & white versions of all sheets!*
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Extension Idea:
Wrap up the activity by having students choose their favorite historical figure and create a wish list from that person’s perspective. Then, let classmates guess the figure based on their creative clues!
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Add some historical holiday cheer to your classroom with this engaging activity!
History in A Snow Globe - Winter - Holiday - Christmas - Social Studies Activity
By The Classroom Globetrotter
A fun and engaging holiday or winter project for any social studies class!
In this activity, students will choose a historical topic, event, or person to research. Based on their research, students will design a snow globe that represents their topic and write a short summary about their chosen topic!
Activity includes:
- Overview and instructions
- 5 different design/layout options
- Extension activity
- Grading rubric
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Feasting with Famous Figures - Thanksgiving Holiday - Social Studies Project
By The Classroom Globetrotter
A fun and engaging Thanksgiving (or anytime!) project for any social studies class!
Thanksgiving is finally here, and as your students are about to find out, this Turkey Day will be unlike any other. For this year’s feast, you’re inviting three special guests who will travel through time to join you! In this Thanksgiving-themed biography project, students will research the lives of three historical figures, plan out the perfect Thanksgiving dinner, and reflect on what each of their famous guests would be thankful for this holiday season!
Students will create a poster or digital presentation to discuss their historical figures and their Thanksgiving feast!
Project includes:
- Overview and Instructions
- List of 60 significant figures from history
- Printouts for each step of the project
- Grading Rubric and Poster Example
The History Elf Project - Winter - Holiday - Christmas - Social Studies Activity
By The Classroom Globetrotter
Bring history to life this holiday season with The History Elf Project, a fun and engaging classroom project perfect for any social studies unit! This fun, creative activity invites students to step into the shoes (and hats!) of famous historical figures, becoming Santa’s special “History Elf” to uncover the achievements, character traits, and lasting legacies of iconic people from the past. Perfect for the Christmas holiday season, this project combines research, creativity, and writing in a memorable way that makes history engaging for students!
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Encourage your students to explore the past in a fun, memorable way with The History Elf Project! This unique activity is sure to become a holiday favorite in your classroom.
Mother’s Day Gift box | Mother’s Day Craft Activity, printable gift box to color
By The Fun Sheep
This adorable Mother’s Day Gift box by “The Fun Sheep” will make the perfect touch to celebrate Mother’s Day where students get to be creative and Make a gift box with this cute template
What comes in the product:
- Colored version of the finished box
- Black& white version for kids to personalize and color themselves
- 2 pages
- A4 paper Size
- The template can be enlarged if you print it in a larger printer
- Best to print on card stock (Colors will vary depending on printer used)
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Mother’s Day Gift box | Mother’s Day Craft Activity, printable gift box to color
By The Fun Sheep
This adorable Mother’s Day Gift box by “The Fun Sheep” will make the perfect touch to celebrate Mother’s Day where students get to be creative and Make a gift box with this cute template
What comes in the product:
- Colored version of the finished box
- Black& white version for kids to personalize and color themselves
- 2 pages
- A4 paper Size
- The template can be enlarged if you print it in a larger printer
- Best to print on card stock (Colors will vary depending on printer used)
Your opinion is very important, Feel free to leave your review.
Coloring Christmas Cards Template | Happy Holidays Cards | Christmas Service
By Crafting Curiosity
Looking for NO PREP Christmas Cards or Holiday Cards to print off for your students to color and write in?
These printable Christmas/Holiday Cards are the perfect service project to do with your class this holiday season. Students will color their holiday card and write a message inside. Students can gift this to their families or to a local community center in need of some holiday cheer!
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Wrap up the holiday season with this heartfelt, engaging activity.
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100 Days of School Digital Memory Book Resource Grades 4-6 Fun Activity!
By TooBookedUp
Celebrate the 100th Day of School with this enriching and interactive digital resource, meticulously crafted for upper elementary and lower middle school students, notably those in 4th and 5th grades. This vibrant memory book, featuring 30 engaging slides, is not just a tool for reflection but a multifaceted activity that fosters classroom community, encourages cross-curricular learning, and serves as a seamless, assign-and-go resource for busy teachers.
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Ideal for both in-class engagement and take-home projects, this digital memory
book is more than just an activity; it's a comprehensive tool that celebrates progress, nurtures community, and inspires a multifaceted approach to learning. Perfect for upper elementary and lower middle school teachers looking to commemorate the 100th day of school in a meaningful, educational, and interactive way.
Students' Road Trip Project: Plan Your Adventure Project Like a Pro!
By Inspired By MlG
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Hit the Road to Educational Fun!
The Students' Road Trip Project is your one-stop shop for an unforgettable learning adventure. This project is more than just planning a trip; it's a springboard for students to develop powerful real-world skills across multiple subjects!
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Writing a Reindeer Story Example and Template
By Sign with me TOD
Writing a story about a reindeer is fun project for your students to show their creativity. This product includes information to share with your students about what a story is, what is shared in a story, who the audience can be, what is the author's purpose for writing a story, and how the story can be published. This product includes two story ideas, an example of one reindeer story is outlined on a brainstorming template, and a final draft of the reindeer story are included in this product. Templates are included after the example along with a rough draft/final draft template and reminder checklist so students remember to go back and check their work once it is completed.
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Haunted House Story Example, Graphic Organizer, and Template
By Sign with me TOD
Writing a story about a haunted house can be a fun and interesting project for your students especially around Halloween. This product provides students with the opportunity to use creativity while writing their story about a haunted house and share it with their peers! Students can also write their story with a peer which encourages students to communicate and work with one another.
This product includes information to share with your students about what a story is, why we write a story, who is your audience when writing a story, what is your purpose when writing a story, how will the story about a haunted house be published, and rules to follow when writing a story about a haunted house.
An example of a story about a haunted house is included in this product. After the example is read, students will be provided with a template that includes an area for 3 haunted house story ideas, and once they choose which story about a haunted house they will write about, they can add onto their story using the idea chart.
Following the example, templates are provided rough draft template, 1 template that allows for students to write down three story ideas that include what happened in the story, who are the characters, and how does the story end. One the 2nd template, students can write down three brief summaries about haunted house story ideas. On the 3rd template, students can write down two brief summaries about haunted house story ideas if the template that includes 3 story ideas is too overwhelming for students. Students will then have a rough draft template that can be filled in. This includes the title of their haunted house story, the characters, the setting, and the plot. Students can then use the rough draft template to write their rough draft. Once students have edited their rough draft, they can use the final draft template that is included or they can type it. A reminder checklist is provided after the rough draft and final draft to remind students to reread their work to check for any mistakes.
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Mother's Day Pre-Made Coupon Book
By Abigail J McClellan
This fun and easy Mother's Day craft includes 12 pre-made Mother's Day coupons in a coupon book as well as 12 blank coupons for students to fill in themselves! This activity is cute, quick, and a perfect gift for Mother's Day! It also includes a cover page for their coupon book that includes four options, including a choice for students who may not have a mother in their life.
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Mother's Day Coloring Coupon Book
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Halloween Door Decorations I Halloween Classroom Door Decorations
By Learn smartly
Add a spooky yet fun touch to your classroom with this Halloween Door Decoration! Designed to make your door stand out, this product is perfect for teachers looking to create a festive and inviting environment for their students. Easy to use and customizable, this decoration features a variety of Halloween-themed elements that are simple to assemble and will instantly transform your door into a Halloween masterpiece. Whether you're aiming for spooky or sweet, this decoration will bring the perfect seasonal vibe to your classroom!
This Halloween Door Decoration is a straightforward activity: Allow the students to do the cutting and pasting. With plenty of Halloween-themed items available, simply provide each student with a sheet of cut-out designs to attach to the door or bulletin board.
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Veterans Day I Spy and Word Search & Find Military Remembrance Day Activities
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Veterans Day Word Search and I Spy Worksheets
Celebrate and honor our veterans with this engaging set of worksheets designed to inspire learning and appreciation for Veterans Day! The Veterans Day Word Search includes a collection of meaningful words related to military service, patriotism, and remembrance, allowing students to discover terms like "honor," "freedom," "patriot" and "peace."
The I Spy Worksheet challenges participants to find hidden objects based on four US Armed Forces, Navy, Marines, Army and Air Force. These activities are a fun and educational way to engage students or families in reflecting on the significance of Veterans Day, while also boosting vocabulary, observation skills, and critical thinking.
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Thanksgiving I Spy Search & Find Activities Math
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I Spy Thanksgiving Worksheets
Celebrate the spirit of Thanksgiving with these fun and festive I Spy Thanksgiving Worksheets! Designed to engage students in a creative and educational activity, these worksheets feature a variety of Thanksgiving-themed hidden objects. From turkeys and pumpkins to stuffing and acorns, each I Spy puzzle encourages students to carefully observe and find the items.
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Holidays Around the World Research Project: Research & Informational Writing
By E•Fish•ient Teaching
The perfect writing assignment for the month of December or any month of the year! This holiday informational/explanatory writing assignment gives students the opportunity to learn about different holidays around the world. Students will be assigned or choose a holiday to research and then write their own informative essay. There are two pages giving different holidays to research, but you can also write your own holidays in if you would like. Students can use the graphic organizer to help organize their ideas before writing their explanatory essay. Engage your students in a festive exploration of holidays around the world with this comprehensive research and writing activity. It includes everything your students will need to conduct thorough research, organize their findings, and craft a well-structured essay.
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This resources is perfect for the month of December. Students can learn about all the different ways people around the world celebrate around Christmas or holidays around December. Or use it throughout the year to explore different holidays during each month. Whether used in a classroom or for homeschooling, this product promises to inspire curiosity & celebrate diversity in a meaningful way. Start exploring the world of holidays today!
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EARTH DAY Activity Choice Board for Environment and Sustainability Lessons
By A World to Explore Store - A Heritage Month Depot
Do you want to make learning about Earth Day fun? Do you have innovative and creative students? Are you looking to engage them in self-directed projects? Then download this Earth Day Activity Choice Board! This little to no prep choice board comes with a variety of engaging activities that will make learning about and celebrating this day entertaining and fun! From writing a letter to the principal and creating an acrostic poem to creating a board game or writing a song, your students will surely find something they enjoy learning about. Choice boards are great for differentiating instruction and classroom engagement. Guaranteed that your students will find a project they will enjoy doing all while learning about the environment!
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Are you looking for a fun online activity for Earth Day? Do you want to keep your students engaged and motivated to learn? Then download this FREEBIE Earth Day Activities! Your students will enjoy learning about Earth Day with any of these 35 fun activities for middle school students. This resource is a list of online activities to be used for Earth Day.
This handout - either in class or virtual - contains a wide variety of activities. Something for everyone! Fully editable and interactive your students can choose from activities including things to make, places to explore, things to read and write, quotes to learn, practice some fun trick shots....even learn how to walk like different types of animals! Some activities are to be done together, others you can simply send your students the link and watch as they have fun learning about our wonderful Earth! Happy Earth Day!
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