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100 Picture Writing Prompts | Quick Writes | Creative Writing Activity
By KJ Inspired Resources
This set of picture writing prompts inspires daily creativity and excitement in your students. These quick writes build writing skills through describing and inferring 100 engaging photos. Perfect for daily journaling, morning work and more! Encourage descriptive storytelling, expand vocabulary and boost critical thinking as students create quick narratives from diverse images all year long!
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Growth Mindset Digital Journal Prompts - Google Slides and Printable Version
By Kile's Classroom
Digital Writing Prompts for Growth Mindset - Fun and Engaging!
Post the link in Google Classroom, or project the link so your students can make a copy of this Google Slides presentation.
The students open the Google Slides Document “Copy of Growth Mindset Journal” from their Google Drive.
Don't want to use a digital copy? Print the included PDF for your kids!
Each Journal is 10 pages - a total of 20 slides for both the digital and print copy.
Each month the students complete one slide of the Growth Mindset Journal. This can be done in one day, or one section of the journal each week. Instructions for each slide are in the notes section of Google Slides.
At the end of the year, you can print each student’s journal so they can have a hard copy.
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RETHINKING HISTORY- Through the Narratives of Christopher Columbus
By Sarah Austin
In this lesson, students will gain a frame of reference for understanding how multiple factors can influence how history is written. This resource will prompt students to be able to answer not only “What happened?” BUT-- “How do you know?” and “Why do you believe your interpretation is valid?”
Critical questions are posed;
Students will explore these important questions through the study of Christopher Columbus. Through the analysis of primary & secondary sources, students will re-examine the way in which the Columbus story has been portrayed in mainstream literature. A culminating Venn diagram activity will complete the lesson.
Two Optional Extension activities include;
#1. Analyze Excerpts from Children's books; Identify the different possible ways in which the following images and/or text can influence a reader’s understanding of Christopher Columbus and the Taino culture.
#2. Debate: Should Columbus Day be Celebrated?; FOR & AGAINST arguments included.
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EDITABLE Meet the Teacher Trivia Game | Back to School Fun Activity
By Inspired By MlG
Are you looking for a fun and engaging way to introduce yourself to your new students? Our editable Meet the Teacher Trivia Game is the perfect solution! This interactive activity is designed to help students learn about their teacher while fostering a positive and welcoming classroom atmosphere.
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First Day of School Math Talk Activity
By Language Arts Excellence
Now with digital worksheet to support distance learning!
This product features an engaging back to school Math 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 math from famous figures like Albert Einstein and James Newman and articulate why the quote aligns with their own perspective. Use this lesson every year to set the tone for what you expect in class; it is a great way to gain insight about your students' current attitudes toward math while getting to know one another with a higher level thinking activity. We have also recently added a digital version of the "Math Talk" worksheet to support distance learning and cut down on paper.
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Back to School Table Talk Discussion Questions - Getting to Know You Icebreaker
By KJ Inspired Resources
Use these no-prep back to school table talk conversation starter questions for an easy get to know you game, first week of school activity, icebreaker activity, brain break, morning meeting questions and more! Each of the slides have an embedded digital dice you can roll. The questions have been designed to initiate conversation between students and point out similarities in interests and experiences. Your students will love getting into small groups and discussing some fun getting to know questions!
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Back to School Distance Learning Activity
By Language Arts Excellence
This product features an engaging worksheet and lesson to gauge your students' feelings on virtual learning in the upcoming school year both in traditional and digital form. In this activity, students must choose between 6 different quotes about distance learning and articulate why the quote aligns with their own perspective. It is a great way to gain insight about your students' current attitudes toward distance learning and technology in general while getting to know one another with a higher level thinking activity. Virtual learning can certainly be a struggle for both students and teachers, so this lesson aims to allow students to voice their true feelings on a very difficult and ever-changing situation.
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First Day of School "Music Talk" Activity
By Language Arts Excellence
Now with digital worksheet to support distance learning!
This product features an engaging back to school Music 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 music and articulate why the quote aligns with their own perspective using a particular song to explain their opinion. Use this lesson every year to set the tone for what you expect in class; it is a great way to gain insight about your students' current attitudes toward music while getting to know one another with a higher level thinking activity. We have also recently added a digital version of the Music Talk worksheet to support distance learning and cut down on paper.
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First Day of School Science Talk Activity
By Language Arts Excellence
Now with digital worksheet to support distance learning!
This product features an engaging back to school Science 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 science and articulate why the quote aligns with their own perspective. Use this lesson every year to set the tone for what you expect in class; it is a great way to gain insight about your students' current attitudes toward science while getting to know one another with a higher level thinking activity. We have also recently added a digital version of the Science Talk worksheet to support distance learning and cut down on paper.
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First Day of School History Talk Activity
By Language Arts Excellence
Now with digital worksheet to support distance learning!
This product features an engaging back to school History 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 7 different quotes about history and articulate why the quote aligns with their own perspective. Use this lesson every year to set the tone for what you expect in class; it is a great way to gain insight about your students' current attitudes toward history while getting to know one another with a higher level thinking activity. We have also recently added a digital version of the History Talk worksheet to support distance learning and cut down on paper.
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Though this lesson plan is ideal for the first day of school, it can be used all year long without modification.
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Also, check out these great products to start your school year off strong by Language Arts Excellence:
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First Day of School Book Talk ELA Activity
By Language Arts Excellence
Now with digital worksheet to support distance learning!
This product features an engaging back to school Book 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 literature and articulate why the quote aligns with their perspective on reading. Use this lesson every year to set the tone for what you expect in class; it is a great way to gain insight about your students' current attitudes toward reading while getting to know one another with a higher level thinking activity. We have also recently added a digital version of the Book Talk worksheet to support distance learning and cut down on paper.
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Fall Math Coordinate Plane Review Pixel Art Graphing Activity
By Matemaths
Enhance your students' learning experience with an exciting and no prep fall-themed Cartesian Plane activity.
This engaging and self-checking digital activity, designed for Google Sheets, allows students to practice writing ordered pairs for 20 points on the coordinate plane while having fun.
Perfect as a sub-plan, this activity has been enthusiastically received by students who found it both enjoyable and educational.
Unlock a captivating mystery picture as students correctly answer the questions, adding an element of intrigue to their learning journey.
Explore this no-prep resource today and make learning the Cartesian plane a delightful adventure.
It’s a great way to introduce additional problems for
· Back to School test review and prep
· Additional materials for remediation
· Individual and whole class assignments
· Lesson plan activity for substitute teachers
Solutions are included for your convenience.
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Finding Area of Quadrilaterals Pixel Art Activity | Math Digital Resource
By Matemaths
Transform your classroom into an engaging learning hub with this no-prep, self-checking adventure exploring the realms of area within squares, rectangles, parallelograms, and trapezoids.
This interactive digital activity, designed for Google Sheets, invites students to calculate the area of 20 diverse shapes. As they write the correct answers, a mystery picture gradually emerges, adding an element of excitement to their learning journey.
Trialed and loved by seventh-grade students, this activity combines education with entertainment, making it an ideal choice for reinforcing key concepts while keeping students engaged.
It’s a great way to introduce additional problems for
· Back to School test review and prep
· Additional materials for remediation
· Individual and whole-class assignments
· Lesson plan activity for substitute teachers
A b/w set of task cards with all the questions is included.
Due to the limitations of Microsoft Excel functionality, this resource must be used in Google Sheets only at this time.
Solutions are included for your convenience.
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Email: infomatemaths@gmail.com
Copyright © 2024 Matemaths
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Permission to copy for single classroom use only.
Not for public display.
Finding Area of Quadrilaterals Pixel Art Activity | Math Digital Resource
By Matemaths
Transform your classroom into an engaging learning hub with this no-prep, self-checking adventure exploring the realms of area within squares, rectangles, parallelograms, and trapezoids.
This interactive digital activity, designed for Google Sheets, invites students to calculate the area of 20 diverse shapes. As they write the correct answers, a mystery picture gradually emerges, adding an element of excitement to their learning journey.
Trialed and loved by seventh-grade students, this activity combines education with entertainment, making it an ideal choice for reinforcing key concepts while keeping students engaged.
It’s a great way to introduce additional problems for
· Back to School test review and prep
· Additional materials for remediation
· Individual and whole-class assignments
· Lesson plan activity for substitute teachers
A b/w set of task cards with all the questions is included.
Due to the limitations of Microsoft Excel functionality, this resource must be used in Google Sheets only at this time.
Solutions are included for your convenience.
Did you know...
Please feel free to contact me anytime!
Email: infomatemaths@gmail.com
Copyright © 2024 Matemaths
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Permission to copy for single classroom use only.
Not for public display.
Growth Mindset Anticipation Guide and Self-Assessment | Growth Mindset
By Queen's Educational Resources
Growth Mindset Anticipation Guide and Self-Assessment (Print and Digital)
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PLEASE NOTE: This product is included in the Growth Mindset Activity Packet
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ABOUT THIS RESOURCE
★ Topic - Growth Mindset
★ Anticipation Guide and Self-Assessment
★ 3 pages
★ Suitable for Middle and High School Students
★ Print and Digital (PDF and Google Slides)
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Anticipation guides are excellent tools that can be used before reading to activate students' prior knowledge and build curiosity about a new topic and/or to share ideas about key concepts. Students respond to several statements that challenge or support their preconceived ideas about key concepts as well as their peers’ ideas. The Anticipation Guides can help structure meaningful conversations that reviews what students already know and engages them in critical thinking about the topic they will be exploring. The statements in the Anticipation Guides can spark some great discussions among students!! This Anticipation Guide and Self-Assessment focuses on Growth Mindset.
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You can use an Anticipation Guide:
✅ Before/after introducing new material to tap into prior knowledge
✅ Before/after watching a film clip to gauge a reaction
✅ Before/after reading a short text to begin a discussion
✅ Before/After discussing a topic
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ANTICIPATION GUIDES
There is ONE Anticipation Guide that comes in two different variations:
▶️ Variation #1:
⭐ Part 1: The first section of the Anticipation Guide features a list of statements alongside columns labeled "AGREE" and "DISAGREE." Students are tasked with reading each statement and marking either "AGREE" or "DISAGREE" based on their perspective.
⭐ Part 2: The second section of the Anticipation Guide prompts students to choose a statement from the list above and delve into its significance to them. They may reflect on how the statement connects to their own lives, share a personal experience related to it, or elaborate on their thoughts concerning its importance in greater detail.
▶️ Variation #2: This Anticipation Guide worksheet format includes a list of statements accompanied by columns for "AGREE," "DISAGREE," and "COMMENTS." Students are instructed to read each statement and mark either "AGREE" or "DISAGREE." They are then encouraged to elaborate on their thoughts or ideas regarding each statement in the designated "COMMENTS" column.
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SELF-ASSESSMENT
There is ONE Growth Mindset Self-Assessment included in this resource. Students will assess and recognize fixed mindset elements in themselves and identify areas in which they can work to develop a growth mindset by scoring the statements using the following scale: 2 for “Always,” 1 for “Sometimes,” and 0 for “Never.” They can use this assessment tool to help them identify areas where they can strengthen their growth mindset and improve their approach to challenges and learning.
These assessment statements can also serve as a means to explore students' competencies and viewpoints regarding the topic!
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This resource is also included in Google Slides! Text boxes have already been created to make it easier for you and your students! Each slide includes two instruction solution tabs for when students accidentally delete text boxes and when they want to zoom in (to enlarge worksheets). It's super helpful for students who are not that familiar with how to use Google Slides or need the extra assistance.
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Back to School Telling Time Math Workbook Level 3 Life Skills Special Ed
By Alyssa Stamm
Use these differentiated math workbooks to teach telling time skills in your special education classroom! Skills covered in this workbook include: digital time, analog time, matching digital to analog, reading a schedule, AM or PM, and elapsed time! A great real-world application as your students gear up and head back to school! Perfect for high school and transition age students.
In this Level 3 Workbook, students will work on the following skills:
-AM or PM (Telling the time and identifying AM/PM)
-Reading Digital Times( to the nearest quarter hour)
- Reading Analog Times (to the nearest quarter hour)
-Matching digital to digital (to the nearest quarter hour)
-Matching digital to analog (to the nearest quarter hour)
-Matching analog to analog (to the nearest quarter hour)
-Reading school schedules
-Elapsed time (to the nearest quarter hour)
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Algebra 1 Back to School Review | Are you Ready for Algebra 1 | Print & Digital
By AbsoluteValueMath
If you are looking for a back to school print or digital review for your algebra 1 students, this is the perfect solution for you! You get 16 questions in a google form so this can be completely digital! There is also a printable version that includes a multiple choice option and a short answer option with the same 16 questions. You can decide what works best for your students after you meet them!
What you get:
1. 16 review questions in a google form (self checking)
2. Multiple Choice printable version
3. Short Response printable version
4. Answer Key
Topics Included:
1. Solving Linear Equations
2. Solving Linear Inequalities
3. Order of Operations
4. Signed Numbers
5. Fractions
6. Evaluating Algebraic Expressions
7. Division
8. Factors
9. Ratios
10. Combining Like Terms
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Back to School Telling Time Math Workbook Level 4 Life Skills Special Ed
By Alyssa Stamm
Use these differentiated back to school themed math workbooks to teach telling time skills in your special education classroom! Skills covered in this workbook include: digital time, analog time, matching digital to analog, reading a schedule, AM or PM, and elapsed time! A great real-world application as your students gear up and head back to school! Perfect for high school and transition age students.
Includes PDF and Digital (Google Slides) Versions
In this Level 4 Workbook, students will work on the following skills:
-AM or PM (Telling the time and identifying AM/PM)
-Reading Digital Times( to the nearest 5 minutes)
- Reading Analog Times (to the nearest 5 minutes)
-Matching digital to digital (to the nearest 5 minutes)
-Matching digital to analog (to the nearest 5 minutes)
-Matching analog to analog (to the nearest 5 minutes)
-Reading schedules, calendars, and invites (write the answer)
-Elapsed time (to the nearest 5 minutes)
These engaging worksheets are great for high school and transition age students working on the following skills:
Life Skills
Functional Math
Telling Time
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Back to School September Math Time Workbook Level 1 Life Skills Special Ed
By Alyssa Stamm
Use these differentiated math workbooks to teach telling time skills in your special education classroom! Skills covered in this workbook include: digital time, analog time, matching digital to analog, reading a schedule, AM or PM, and elapsed time! A great real-world application as your students gear up and head back to school! Perfect for high school and transition age students.
In this Level 1 Workbook, students will work on the following skills:
-AM or PM
-Reading Digital Times(to the hour)
- Reading Analog Times (to the hour)
-Matching digital to digital (to the hour)
-Matching digital to analog (to the hour)
-Matching analog to analog (to the hour)
-Reading school schedules
-Elapsed time (to the hour)
Want the Whole Back to School Time Unit?
These Google Slides are also included in the Time Back to School Theme Life Skills Math September BUNDLE for Special Ed Use this product alone, or purchase the bundles to further differentiate instruction, dive deeper into the topic, and meet the needs of your students and your classroom!
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Back to School September Math Time Workbook Level 2 Life Skills Special Ed
By Alyssa Stamm
Use these differentiated math workbooks to teach telling time skills in your special education classroom! Skills covered in this workbook include: digital time, analog time, matching digital to analog, reading a schedule, AM or PM, and elapsed time! A great real-world application as your students gear up and head back to school! Perfect for high school and transition age students.
In this Level 2 Workbook, students will work on the following skills:
-AM or PM
-Reading Digital Times(to the hour and half hour)
- Reading Analog Times (to the hour and half hour)
-Matching digital to digital (to the hour and half hour)
-Matching digital to analog (to the hour and half hour)
-Matching analog to analog (to the hour and half hour)
-Reading school schedules
-Elapsed time (to the hour and half hour)
Want the Whole Back to School Time Unit?
These Google Slides are also included in the Time Back to School Theme Life Skills Math September BUNDLE for Special Ed Use this product alone, or purchase the bundles to further differentiate instruction, dive deeper into the topic, and meet the needs of your students and your classroom!
Looking for more Life Skills Math?
Purchase the money math year long unit bundle HERE
Purchase the telling time year long unit bundleHERE
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