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❤️Looking for a creative and culturally appropriate way to celebrate Native American Heritage or Indigenous Peoples' Day in your classroom? Your students will love learning about the meanings of animals and creatures in Native American cultures, while making beautiful Pacific Northwest-inspired crafts and writing projects!

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✏️Use the teaching materials to educate your students about traditional Pacific Northwest art, various creatures, and their meanings in Indigenous cultures.

✏️Students can choose from 27 creatures and the traits they represent. Works great as a social-emotional learning (SEL) activity!

✏️Crafts are differentiated! There are several ways make them including, coloring, drawing, painting, or decorating (cut and paste).

✏️Students can also choose from a variety of writing prompts, and writing project options (dotted vs. single lines etc.)

✏️Use these projects to meaningfully decorate your bulletin board, classroom, or hallway, while displaying your students' creativity!

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⭐️Great for centers (literacy, writing, art, social studies), whole group lessons, independent work, partner work, indoor recess, sub tub, intervention programs, and more!

⭐️This resource is low prep and will save you time! Simply print and go!

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✅ Includes: (122 pages)

Teaching Materials: (5 pages)

☑ Cultural information guide (2 pages)

☑ Creature Meanings guide (3 pages)

Craft Projects: (92 pages)

☑ Craft directions (3 pages)

☑ Craft pieces (8 pages)

☑ Craft examples (27 pages)

☑ Craft body templates (27 pages)

☑ Craft body art pieces (27 pages)

Writing Projects: (25 pages)

☑ Informative writing - brainstorming sheet (1 page)

☑ Creature name tracing - dotted lines (6 pages)

☑ Creature name or trait - blank dotted lines (2 pages)

☑ Creature name or trait - blank solid lines (2 pages)

☑ "I chose the _______" - blank dotted lines (3 pages)

☑ "I chose the _______ because" - blank solid lines (3 pages)

☑ "My Animal Symbol" - dotted lines & solid lines (2 pages)

☑ "All About Animal Symbols" - dotted lines & solid lines (2 pages)

☑ "Animals in Native American Cultures" - dotted lines & solid lines (2 pages)

☑ Full blank page - dotted lines & solid lines (2 pages)

✅ Bonus: (124 pages)

☑ What you need to know (1 page)

☑ Table of contents (1 page)

☑ Black and white set (122 pages)

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✅ Creatures included: (27 animals)

☑ bear

☑ beaver

☑ bee

☑ blue jay

☑ buffalo

☑ coyote

☑ crab

☑ deer

☑ eagle

☑ fox

☑ frog

☑ heron

☑ hummingbird

☑ kingfisher

☑ loon

☑ moose

☑ otter

☑ owl

☑ rabbit

☑ raven

☑ sabe

☑ salmon

☑ seal

☑ thunderbird

☑ turtle

☑ whale

☑ wolf

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Unraveling the Aztec Empire: 10 Captivating Reading Comprehensions for Middle & High School

Embark on a thrilling journey through the captivating world of the Aztec Empire with this comprehensive reading comprehension bundle! Ten engaging worksheets delve into diverse aspects of Aztec civilization, fostering critical thinking and historical understanding.

Explore key themes:

• Rise and Expansion: Witness the empire's growth under powerful leaders like Moctezuma II.
• Military Might: Uncover the secrets of Aztec warriors, from fearsome eagle warriors to elite jaguar knights.
• Gods and Goddesses: Dive into the vibrant Aztec pantheon, encountering deities like the mighty Huitzilopochtli.
• Bustling Capital: Immerse yourself in Tenochtitlan's bustling streets, exploring markets, architecture, and daily life.
• Engineering Marvels: Discover the ingenuity behind chinampas and causeways, feats of Aztec engineering.
• Artistic Expression: Unveil the beauty of Aztec sculptures and intricate featherwork, masterpieces of their artistic soul.
• Social Structure & Daily Life: Understand the intricacies of Aztec society, examining the lives of different classes.
• Human Sacrifice: Unravel the complexities of this ritual, comparing it to practices in other cultures and fostering historical empathy.
• Downfall of an Empire: Delve into the dramatic events leading to the Aztec Empire's decline.
• Cortés and Malinche: Analyze the arrival of Hernán Cortés and the enigmatic role of Malinche, an interpreter who shaped history.

Each worksheet includes:

• Engaging reading passage: Packed with informative content and captivating details.
• Variety of question formats: Multiple choice, true/false, fill-in-the-blank, and short answer to reinforce comprehension.
• Primary source excerpts: Analyze original historical documents for deeper understanding.
• Answer key: Save time and ensure accurate assessment.

This bundle is perfect for:

• World history or social studies classes focusing on Mesoamerican civilizations.
• Teachers seeking differentiated and engaging reading comprehension activities.
• Students eager to dive deep into the fascinating world of the Aztecs.

Learning Objectives:

• Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the Aztec Empire's rise, expansion, and decline.
• Students will analyze the Aztec military, religion, society, and artistic achievements.
• Students will develop critical thinking skills by evaluating primary sources and making historical comparisons.
• Students will foster empathy and understanding of diverse cultural practices.

Recommended Common Core Standards:

• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.6-8.1-9: Analyze informational texts, citing evidence, determining central ideas, and evaluating sources.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.WHST.6-8.9: Analyze the relationship between primary and secondary sources.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.CCSS.ELA-Literacy.CCSS.ELA-Literacy.WHST.6-8.10: Write informative/explanatory texts.
• CCSS.AH.World.History.6-8.1-4: Analyze major trends and patterns of change in global history, understanding diverse perspectives.

Ready to unlock your students' critical thinking potential and ignite their passion for history?

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Engaging High School and Middle School Art Sub Plans: Art Game

Looking for a fun and engaging way to keep your high school and middle school art students learning even when you’re away? This Art game is the perfect no-prep activity for substitute plans or classroom reviews. Students will explore art movements, famous artists, and art supplies while having fun matching answers with their classmates!

This resource includes:
45 ready-to-use prompt cards covering key art topics.
Template to create a Dry-erase boar
Easy-to-follow teacher’s guide with instructions for gameplay and variations.

Perfect for:
✔️ High school and Middle school art classes
✔️ Substitute teacher plans (no prep required!)
✔️ Reviewing art concepts in a creative way
✔️ Encouraging teamwork and critical thinking

This game, with its reusable templates and simple materials, is easy to implement and sure to keep your students engaged. With this exciting art resource, make your next sub plan stress-free and meaningful!

Explore the profound history of Orange Shirt Day with our Printable Reading Comprehension Passages with Answers. Learn about the significance of this important day, its origins, and its impact on acknowledging the experiences of Indigenous children in residential schools. Engage in meaningful educational activities and discussions while promoting awareness of this crucial part of Canadian history.

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• 23 Pages

• ( PDF + PNG )

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

• High-resolution images

• Unlimited prints

• Great for kids, boys and girls

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Coloring with a Purpose Cultura

Contains Authentic images that represent my Mexican culture.

includes:

el chavo, el corazon from la lotería, mexican icons, purepecha women, pottery, pottery with flowers and many more suprises!!!

Contiene imágenes auténticas que representan mi cultura mexicana.

⭐Includes:

El Chavo, el corazón de la lotería, íconos mexicanos, mujeres purépechas, alfarería, alfarería con flores ¡y muchas sorpresas más!

Contiene imágenes auténticas que representan mi cultura mexicana.

⭐Incluye:

El Chavo, el corazón de la lotería, íconos mexicanos, mujeres purépechas, alfarería, alfarería con flores ¡y muchas sorpresas más!

Use these coloring sheets as:

Use coloring sheets as prompts for creative writing exercises. Students can color the sheet and then write a story, dialogue, or descriptive paragraph based on the image.

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ABOUT THIS PRODUCT: Includes 3 templates for students to create their own Vejigante Masks.
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One video explains the tradition. This video also includes questions and answers.
The second video explains how to create the masks from scratch.
⭐️This template facilitates the creation of these masks in the classroom.
⭐️A Project Rubric is also included with this project.

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In this lesson, students learn about famous fashion designers, their work and how their work influenced society. Students choose a fashion designer of interest (on their own or from a provided list) and then research specific information about them, creating a presentation in software of their choice (Microsoft PowerPoint, Google Slides, or a variety of free Web 2.0 tools).

Perfect for business, history, social studies, family and consumer science, fashion design or career exploration classes. This lesson was designed for middle school (grades 6-8) but could be used in any secondary classroom.

This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.

Files included:

• Teacher & Student Resources

• Student instructions, expectations and grading rubric

• Suggested list of famous fashion designers

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In this lesson, students learn more about the history of graphic design. Students choose a time period in history from a provided list, research that era, and then choose the software they will use to showcase their research. Students can choose to create a presentation, a brochure, or a video using Web 2.0 tools such as Prezi, Adobe Spark, eMaze, Canva, etc. (free, no download needed) or by using Microsoft Office or Google Apps. A full list of software/technology options is listed in the student lesson instructions and includes links to tutorials. For classrooms with limited technology, this lesson can be completed with students working in pairs or small groups. The completed presentations can be shared with the rest of the class if the teacher chooses.

This is a great activity for a social studies or history class, career exploration class, Principles of Arts, A/V Technology & Communications class, or any technology class. This lesson was designed for middle school (grades 6-8) but could be used in high school as well.

This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.

Files included:

• Teacher & Student Resources

• Student Instructions, Expectations and Grading Rubric for individual lesson

• Student Instructions, Expectations and Grading Rubric for partner/team lesson

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In this lesson, students learn more about the history of fashion design. Students choose a time period in history from a provided list, research that era, and then choose the software they will use to showcase their research. Students can choose to create a presentation, a brochure, or a video using Web 2.0 tools (free, no download needed) or by using Microsoft Office or Google Apps. For classrooms with limited technology, this lesson can be completed with students working in pairs or small groups. The completed presentations can be shared with the rest of the class if the teacher chooses.

This is a great activity for a social studies or history class, career exploration class, Principles of Arts, A/V Technology & Communications class, or any technology class. This lesson was designed for middle school (grades 6-8) but could be used in high school as well.

This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.

Files included:

• Teacher & Student Resources

• Student Instructions, Expectations and Grading Rubric for individual lesson

• Student Instructions, Expectations and Grading Rubric for partner/team lesson

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In this lesson, students learn more about the history of photography. Students choose a time period in history from a provided list, research that era, and then choose the software they will use to showcase their research. Students can choose to create a presentation, a brochure, or a video using Web 2.0 tools such as Prezi, Adobe Spark, eMaze, Canva, etc. (free, no download needed) or by using Microsoft Office or Google Apps. A full list of software/technology options is listed in the student lesson instructions and includes links to tutorials. For classrooms with limited technology, this lesson can be completed with students working in pairs or small groups. The completed presentations can be shared with the rest of the class if the teacher chooses.

This is a great activity for a social studies or history class, career exploration class, Principles of Arts, A/V Technology & Communications class, or any technology class. This lesson was designed for middle school (grades 6-8) but could be used in high school as well.

This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.

Files included:

• Teacher & Student Resources

• Student Instructions, Expectations and Grading Rubric for individual lesson

• Student Instructions, Expectations and Grading Rubric for partner/team lesson

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In this lesson, students create fashions of their own using Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop or Microsoft Paint. Students can also use one of these free Web 2.0 tools: SketchPad (https://sketch.io/sketchpad/) or SumoPaint (https://www.sumopaint.com/home/#app) that do not require download. Two versions of the lesson are included: one is a shorter version to create just one fashion and the other is a longer version to create a fashion line (6-8 items) which are combined into a collage. Depending on the class and the amount of time available, the teacher can choose which version is most appropriate. Both versions include a writing and reflection component to the lesson, giving students the opportunity to consider how they made their design choices. Links to tutorials for the programs are also provided to assist students with their creations. A basic knowledge of Adobe Illustrator or Photoshop is helpful if those programs are being used. However, beginning students can incorporate tutorials with this lesson to successfully learn the program as they create their designs.

This is a great activity for a career exploration class, Principles of Arts, A/V Technology & Communications class, Family & Consumer Sciences, Fashion Design, or any technology class. This lesson was designed for middle school (grades 6-8) but could be used in high school as well.

This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.

Files included:

• Teacher & Student Resources

• Fashion Design Creation Lesson - Student Instructions, Expectations and Grading Rubric (two versions: short (1 design) and long (6-8 designs)

• Writing Reflection Lesson (two versions)

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This product features an engaging "Art Talk" activity that will have your new students thinking, writing, speaking, and moving on the very first day of school. In this activity, they must choose between 6 different quotes about art and articulate why the quote aligns with their perspective on art. I use this lesson every year to set the tone for what I expect in class - it is a great way to gain insight about their current attitudes towards art while they get to know one another with a higher level thinking activity as opposed to the same-old, same-old icebreaker. Product includes: - Comprehensive Lesson Plan - "Art Talk" Sheet for students to fill out - 6 Corresponding "Art Quote" signs to hang up around your room Though I utilize this product on the first day of school, it really can be used all year long. I hope that it is as successful in your class as it is in mine! _________________________________________________________________________ Also, check out these great products to start your school year off strong by Language Arts Excellence: First Day of School Powerpoint Study Hall Expectations Powerpoint Presentation Back to School / Open House Brochure

End of Year "Art Talk" Activity for Middle and High School Students This resource features an engaging "Art Talk" activity that will have your students thinking, writing, speaking, and moving all in one class period during the last week of school! In this activity, they must choose between 6 different quotes about art and articulate why the quote aligns with their perspective on art itself. I use this lesson at the end of every year to see how my students' perspectives on art have developed and matured throughout the school year. This is perfect if you are looking for an engaging lesson plan during the one of the toughest weeks of the year! Product includes: - Comprehensive Lesson Plan - "Book Talk" Sheet for students to fill out - 6 Corresponding "Book Quote" signs to hang up around your room Though I utilize this product during the last week of school, it really can be used all year long. I hope that it is as successful in your class as it is in mine!

This passage and assortment of activities are an engaging and accessible way for your students to strengthen their knowledge of the European Renaissance.

THIS PRODUCT INCLUDES:

• The European Renaissance Passage (2 pages)
• 5 Multiple Choice Questions
• 5 Short Answer Questions
• 9 Choice Board Extension Activities
• Answer Keys
• Link to Digital Version

I do my best to make sure every product is free of typos or mistakes, but please feel free to message me with any corrections or concerns.

Engage Students in the Artistic Legacy of the Renaissance with This PowerPoint, Organizer, and Activity!

This Artists of the Renaissance PowerPoint and Activity resource offers an interactive way for students to explore the lives and works of famous Renaissance artists. With an engaging organizer and classroom activity, students will dive into the innovative techniques, influential patrons, and cultural shifts that transformed art in the 15th and 16th centuries. Ideal for middle and high school world history classes, this resource makes the Renaissance’s creative impact accessible and memorable.

What’s Included:

• PowerPoint Presentation: Covers key Renaissance artists, from Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo to Raphael and Donatello, complete with stunning artwork examples.
• Graphic Organizer: A structured, student-friendly organizer that encourages note-taking and helps students retain information about each artist, their styles, and their most famous works.
• Interactive Activity: Fun, hands-on activities to reinforce understanding, encourage critical thinking, and bring Renaissance art to life.

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This biography WebQuest has 10 questions that explore life, achievements, and contributions. Each question has a link for students to explore.

An answer key is included on the final page of the answer key document.

In this lesson, students learn fun facts about Georges Seurat and his art as they complete a WebQuest (Internet Scavenger Hunt) to answer questions about the topic. Then, they use that knowledge to create an art project of their own, using Seurat’s style, in Microsoft Paint, 3D Paint, or one of these free Web 2.0 tools: SketchPad (https://sketch.io/sketchpad/) or SumoPaint (https://www.sumopaint.com/home/#app) that do not require download. A complete answer key is provided for the WebQuest for easy grading, along with resources for both teachers and students. The student questions are included in both a print version and a digital (editable) version to make it easy for students to complete the lesson digitally or on paper. Also included are tutorial links to assist students with the software for the art project. This lesson was designed for middle school (grades 6-8) but could be used in upper elementary as well.

This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.

Materials Required:

• Computers with Internet access for each student (or pair of students)
• Software such as Microsoft Word or Google Docs

Files included:

• Teacher & Student Resources
• Fun Facts about Georges Seurat WebQuest Activity (print and editable
  digital files included)
• Fun Facts about Georges Seurat WebQuest Answer Key
• Creating Art in Seurat’s Style using a Choice of Software

Approximate Lesson Duration:

• WebQuest: 1 (50 minute) class period
• Art Project: 1-2 (50 minute) class periods

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Introduce Students to the Italian Renaissance with a Comprehensive, Ready-to-Use PowerPoint and Guided Notes!

This Italian Renaissance PowerPoint and Guided Notes set provides an in-depth exploration of the cultural, artistic, and intellectual rebirth that transformed Europe. Perfect for high school and middle school world history classes, this visually engaging presentation covers the major events, figures, and innovations that defined the Italian Renaissance. Paired with structured guided notes, this resource makes learning memorable, streamlined, and classroom-ready.

What’s Included:

• Italian Renaissance PowerPoint: A full-color, visually engaging presentation that covers key Renaissance themes, from artistic breakthroughs to influential thinkers and cultural shifts.
• Guided Notes for Students: Organized, fill-in-the-blank notes designed to keep students engaged and aid information retention during the lesson.
• Warm Up and Review Questions

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Explore the magic of creativity and self-expression with our Printable Dot Day Reading Comprehension Passages with Answers. Dive into the story of Vashti, the central character in 'The Dot' by Peter H. Reynolds, and discover the universal message of making your mark in the world through art. These engaging passages and questions are perfect for celebrating International Dot Day and inspiring creativity in readers of all ages.

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• 12 Pages

• ( PDF + PNG )

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

• High-resolution images

• Unlimited prints

• Great for kids, boys and girls

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This short computer research WebQuest/Scavenger Hunt is a fun activity to lead into a variety of units in Technology, CTE, Architecture, Art or History. It is also a great quick activity to fill a day prior to starting a new lesson or to use with a substitute teacher.

The lesson includes student handouts, teacher resources, and a grading key for the teacher. Two versions of the WebQuest are included to let teachers print the questions or to provide them digitally as an interactive page in an editable Microsoft PowerPoint file. Additionally, a word search puzzle with answer key is included, perfect for early finishers or to use as a part of the lesson.

This lesson was created for middle school, but would work well with upper elementary or early high school also.

This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.

Files Included:

• Teacher & Student Resources

• WebQuest questions for students - print and digital versions (editable)

• WebQuest Answer Key (non-editable, .pdf)

• Word Search Puzzle with Answer Key

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