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Are you looking for a fun and engaging way to add classical music to your classroom or homeschool? Classical music has been shown to provide numerous benefits for children, including reducing stress, improving focus and concentration, and increasing creativity. These activities are great for music appreciation and also help build social-emotional skills! Each activity is easy to set up (no glue required!) and a great way to engage students for Thanksgiving.

Listening Buddies sheets feature a piece of classical music with the composer’s name. While the music plays, students draw a scene in the box inspired by the music. They can also explore the feelings and mood of a piece by coloring the emojis that match their listening experience. Students color the listening buddy at the top of the page or you can print the color version.

There are no wrong answers, and no musical training is required. Just print and play! Music is available on YouTube or your preferred streaming service.

This Thanksgiving activity pack features five music selections from November Mindful Listening! Students can color their black & white listening buddy page topper or you can print the color version.

Learning Objectives

• increased knowledge of composers from different backgrounds
• observe emotional influences within a composition
• familiarity with the composer's works
• ability to recognize, and engage with, popular pieces of music
• identify different instrument sounds
• social-emotional exploration of feelings and moods within the music
• creative expression by drawing and choosing colors related to a musical theme

Thanksgiving Listening Buddies Included:

1. Quiet City, Copland
2. Song for Harvest Season, Ives
3. Cello Concerto No. 1, Haydn
4. English Horn Concerto, Rorem
5. Autumn Legend, Alwyn

Embark on a 12-month musical journey through time with the Classical Journey Bundle! ♬

Add a touch of mindful music to any season, holiday, or composer unit study. With over 150 categorized classical pieces, the Classical Journey Bundle offers an engaging printable for every occasion. Each month unlocks a curated selection of themed classical music pieces, perfectly paired with a holiday or season!

This resource is a collection of different Mother's Day projects and activities in Spanish for your students to show how much they love their moms!

The package contains:

❤️ 1 all about my mom page

❤️ 2 writing prompts

❤️ 6 different mother's day foldable cards for boys and girls

❤️ 3 short poems (color and black and white)

❤️ 2 coloring pages

❤️ **Versions for grandma and aunt are included**

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This inspiring Christian Easter craft activity provides a meaningful way for children to connect with the resurrection story of Jesus Christ. The project involves dividing a circular template into six segments on the back, where children can thoughtfully select and depict six pivotal events from the Easter narrative using images, text, or a blend of both. This thoughtful arrangement encourages children to delve deeply into the significance of each event.

This Christian-themed Easter craft product offers several compelling benefits that make it a valuable addition to any Christian education setting, whether in a school, Sunday school, or at home:

1. Educational and Spiritual Enrichment: The craft focuses on retelling the Easter story, a central narrative in Christianity that details the resurrection of Jesus Christ. By selecting and illustrating key events, children engage both cognitively and spiritually with the story, enhancing their understanding and retention of these pivotal biblical events.
2. Interactive Learning: The spinner design of the craft encourages interaction. As children rotate the window to reveal each segment, they actively participate in the storytelling process. This hands-on approach caters to various learning styles, particularly kinesthetic learners who benefit from physical activities tied to learning.
3. Creative Expression: The project allows for creative expression through the decoration of the craft elements. This not only makes the learning process enjoyable but also allows children to express their interpretation and feelings about the Easter story through art.

Celebrate Veterans Day with this fun VETERANS DAY CROWN HAT CRAFT. Help them remember that Veterans Day is for honoring military veterans, Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force and Coast Guard. Let's honor the United States of America Armed Forces!

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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.

What's included?

1. Holiday Pages: There are two different pages of holidays from around the globe. One holiday page focuses primarily on holidays in or around December/Christmas. The other holiday page has holidays the span the whole year. Both pages have empty slots for you to fill in any holiday that you like. You can use one or the other pages; or combine them both to research all the holidays.
2. Research Questions: A sheet of questions to guide students to delve deeper into the historical and cultural significance of the celebrations.
3. Graphic Organizers: Two detailed graphic organizers are provided to help students structure their findings. These organizers encourage students to organize information logically and develop a clear outline for their essays.
4. Essay Writing Paper & Drawing Page: 2 different lined writing paper are included for students to write their essays. This paper features a holiday-themed border to inspire creativity and festive spirit. One writing paper has a small space for students to create their own drawing. A drawing page is included for students to depict their holiday by drawing a favorite tradition or event of their holiday.
5. Partner Venn Diagram Page: An optional activity where students get with a partner and share what they learned about their holiday. They will fill out the Venn diagram comparing their holidays.

Key Features:

• Educational & Engaging: It encourages students to explore diverse cultures and traditions.
• Skill Development: Enhances research skills, critical thinking, and writing proficiency.
• Holiday Themes: Perfect for integrating seasonal topics into your curriculum or perfect during the holiday season.

Why use it in your classroom?

• Saves preparation time with ready to print and use resources.
• Easily differentiated with materials suitable for various learning styles.
• Fosters an understanding and respect for different cultures/traditions.

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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• CCSS.W.3.2, CCSS.W.4.2, CCSS.W.5.2, CCSS.W.5.2a, CCSS.W.5.2b, CCSS.W.5.2c, CCSS.W.5.2d, CCSS.W.5.2e, CCSS.W.6.2, CCSS.W.3.2a, CCSS.W.3.2b, CCSS.W.3.2c, CCSS.W.3.2d, CCSS.W.4.2a, CCSS.W.4.2b, CCSS.W.4.2c, CCSS.W.4.2d, CCSS.W.4.2e

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Are you ready to sprinkle some fun and engaging safety into your Holiday lessons? Let me introduce you to an engaging activity that will have your students excited about learning how to handle medical emergencies during the holiday season!
Imagine this: your classroom buzzing with energy as students dive into the world of holiday safety! They'll explore common emergencies like cooking burns, allergic reactions, and choking incidents, all while working together in groups. The best part? They'll create eye-catching brochures filled with vital information to educate their peers and families—talk about a win-win!
This lesson isn’t just about facts; it’s about creating memories, teamwork, and a splash of creativity! With colorful markers, fun illustrations, and lively presentations, your students will be empowered to share their newfound knowledge with everyone around them. Plus, you’ll be the hero teacher who taught them how to stay safe during the festivities!
Here’s what’s included in the lesson package:

1. Sample Brochure: A ready-to-use sample brochure as an example for students.
2. Step-by-Step Instructions for Teacher: Clear and concise directions to guide you through the lesson, from introducing the topic to facilitating group discussions and presentations.
3. Comprehensive Lesson Plan: Ideal for health science classes, including objectives, materials needed, and assessment methods, ensuring everything runs smoothly.
4. Handouts: Informative handouts on choking, food allergies, and cooking burns that students can refer to while creating their brochures. These are packed with essential real-world skills that every family should know!

This no-prep, print and go lesson plan is perfect for high school grades 9-12, making it a time-saving resource for busy teachers. Your students will love this hands-on practice where they can develop life skills while engaging in an exciting project.
So, if you're looking to add a dash of excitement to your Holiday Curriculum, this lesson plan is your ticket! Let’s make safety education as delightful as pumpkin pie!
Join the fun, and let’s get those students prepared and ready for a safe and joyful Holiday Celebration! Happy teaching!

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Make Thanksgiving learning extra engaging and memorable with this How to Cook a Turkey Class Recipe Book and Thanksgiving Fun Activities.

Designed for Grades 2, 3, 4, and 5, this interactive resource teaches students about the steps of cooking a turkey through hands-on and imaginative activities.

Whether used as a Thanksgiving-themed activity or part of a cooking unit, this resource encourages creativity, critical thinking, and sequencing skills in a fun, holiday-themed setting.

What's included;

• Step-by-Step Turkey Recipe Book - Students learn each step of preparing and cooking a turkey through clear instructions and age-appropriate language.
• Drawing Activities - Engaging prompts encourage students to visualize themselves in each cooking step, like seasoning the turkey or placing it in the oven.
• Cut-and-Paste Place Setting Puzzle - A fun activity to help students learn the basics of table setting.
• Kitchen Safety Practice - Safety prompts and check/cross-out activities reinforce important kitchen safety skills for young learners.
• Comprehension & Reflection Questions - Short answer and multiple-choice questions after each step to promote comprehension and reinforce learning.
• Certificate of Completion - Celebrate each student’s success with a customizable certificate recognizing their "Turkey Chef" skills.

No Cooking Required: Activities are designed to be done entirely in the classroom, making it safe and accessible for all students.

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Disguise a ghost - An October family project or fun halloween party activity! Fun, crafty idea for students and parents to work together and make the ghost anything BUT a ghost! See how creative students and their families can get!

This resource comes with 6 different versions for you to choose from! Get creative and have some fun!

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.

What’s Included:

• Diverse & Engaging Topics: Explore a range of thought-provoking prompts, from creative collages and favorite school memories to future dreams and a comprehensive 2023-2024 timeline. These prompts are designed not only to spark creativity but also to integrate various subject areas, encouraging students to make connections across different fields of study.
• Personalization & Flexibility: Customize the experience with 5 blank templates, allowing teachers to tailor the content to their classroom's unique dynamic or to emphasize specific themes or events from the school year.
• Interactive Community Building: Facilitate a sense of belonging and camaraderie with specially designed autograph pages, enabling students to exchange signatures and messages, turning this memory book into a cherished collective memento.
• Assign-and-Go Convenience: This resource is designed for ease of use. With minimal preparation required, teachers can effortlessly integrate this activity into their curriculum, making it an ideal, stress-free option for busy days.
• Cross-Curricular Integration: Encourage students to draw connections between their personal experiences and a wide range of subjects, enhancing their learning experience and fostering a holistic educational environment.

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.

Tired of the same Spanish Christmas Projects and looking for something a little more inclusive? Most of your students are probably already pretty familiar with how we celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, New Years, and Valentine's Day in the United States. But have they ever heard of Fiesta de la Candelaria, Constitution Day, Día de Las Velitas, Carnaval, or dozens of other holidays celebrated throughout the Spanish-speaking world from December through February?

This flexible project is a great way to expose your students to a wide variety of cultural traditions and practices in a short amount of time with minimal effort on your part!

Each student will pick a Spanish-speaking country from a set of preprinted cards, select 2 winter holidays to research, and create a slide presentation to teach the rest of the class what they have learned. Optional graphic organizers are perfect for diverse learners and guided notes keep students engaged and learning during presentations!

Includes:

-Notes to teacher with pacing suggestions

-Detailed Project Directions and Easy grading rubric

-21 Spanish Speaking Country cards

-Graphic Organizer

-Presentation Notes

-Materials available in English and Spanish to make this work for all levels!

Perfect for giving yourself a break before Winter Break by letting your students teach each other! This is also a great project for those long, slow winter days that tend to drag in January and February.

Need other seasonal ideas?

Explore my comprehensive Spanish Navidad/Christmas Vocabulary Practice/Worksheets/Emergency Sub! for more vocab fun! With 10 pages of engaging written practice (featuring word searches, short answers, jumbles, and more) there is something for everyone!

Or let them play a little with Navidad Vocabulary Dominos, Navidad Vocabulary Dice, or Navidad Vocabulary Cut & Paste Bingo.

Looking for something a little more secular? Try my Winter Vocabulary and Emergency Sub Plan. This one is good all season long!

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Celebrate summer with this I LOVE Summer headband that the child in your life can customize to their liking. This project gives opportunities for fine motor skills practice with using scissors for cutting, coloring with your choice of medium, and gluing too! Create a little bit of fun and celebrate all summer long too. After all, we need to celebrate life as it happens right?

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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

Are you looking for engaging Father's Day Questionnaire Craft Activities for your students? If anyone wants to get a special gift for their students, this writing BUNDLE is perfect for them.

Students can use it to create a heartfelt gift for their moms, regardless of their grade—whether they're in 2nd, 3rd, 4th, or 5th grade. It's truly wonderful; you can see a preview of it.

INCLUDED:

• 12 writing prompts (Questionnaire)
• 1 Heart (color & BW Version)
• 3 Templates (DAD, PAPA, and POP )
• 3 Trophy (2 color & BW Version)
• 3 Templates (DAD, Uncle and Grandpa)

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This Winter Name Hat Craft is a fun and engaging activity designed for kindergarten students. The product includes colorful templates that allow children to create personalized winter hats with their names. These activities not only foster creativity but also help children practice their fine motor skills, color recognition, and letter formation.

What's Included:

Template of winter hats in different colors patterns and B&w for coloring..

Colorful pieces for decorating the hats, including stripes, pom-poms, and squares

Space for students to write their names on the hats

Instructions for teachers on how to use the templates in the classroom

Benefits:

Fine Motor Skills: Cutting, gluing, and handling small pieces help improve children's fine motor skills.

Creativity: Allows students to express their creativity by decorating their hats.

Letter Recognition: Writing their names helps with letter recognition and spelling.

Classroom Community: Creates a sense of community as students see their work displayed together.

This Winter Name Hat Craft is a delightful way to celebrate the winter season while incorporating important kindergarten skills.

Give your classroom a festive boost with our Christmas Activities Project—a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary resource tailored for Year 3-5 students. Designed to engage, inspire, and challenge, this project empowers students to complete a variety of fun and educational tasks, each earning different points. With activities spanning writing, math, and creative arts, students apply key skills they’ve learned throughout the year in an exciting, holiday-themed setting!

What’s Included:

Writing Activities:

• Letter writing to Santa or family
• Festive poetry creation
• Christmas-themed storytelling
• Children's book design with a holiday twist
• Persuasive text on favourite Christmas traditions

Maths Challenges:

• Holiday worded math problems
• Christmas gift budgeting exercise
• Designing and analysing a Christmas survey
• Map skills via a holiday treasure hunt
• Creating a Christmas themed board game with unique rules

Creative Projects:

• Designing Christmas ornaments
• Crafting festive greeting cards
• Creating holiday-themed artwork
• Writing and performing a Christmas skit

These Christmas activities for Year 3-5 are perfect for fostering independence, as students can choose tasks that match their pace and abilities. This flexible project keeps learning engaging, with a perfect blend of education and holiday fun, ensuring that students stay motivated as the holidays approach. Let your students celebrate the season while reinforcing important skills!

Make this holiday season memorable with our Christmas Activities Project—an ideal way to give your students a fun, educational break before the holidays!

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Fuel Up for Learning with the Ultimate Road Trip Project! ️

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!

Here's what makes this project the perfect road trip to knowledge:

• Become a Trip-Planning Pro: Students will act as travel agents, crafting their dream road trip itinerary from start to finish.
• Supercharge Your Skills: Develop geography expertise, budgeting mastery, and teamwork through research and decision-making.
• Step-by-Step Success: Our easy-to-follow guide ensures a smooth ride, perfect for both classroom settings and independent learners.
• Unleash Creativity and Critical Thinking: Students will research destinations, map routes, and craft the perfect itinerary, all while thinking critically!
• Explore Like a Pro: Learn valuable skills like organization and research that will benefit them in school and beyond.

This project is perfect for:

• End-of-Year Fun: Wrap up the school year with an engaging project that lets students showcase their learning.
• Year-Round Adventures: Take a learning vacation anytime! This project is flexible and can be adapted to any season or curriculum.

So, buckle up and get ready to:

• Spark wanderlust: Inspire students to dream big and explore new places.
• Master project-based learning: Guide students through the entire project planning process.
• Become an expert planner and researcher: Develop valuable organizational and research skills.

Get Your Students' Road Trip Project Guide Today!

This project is an investment in your students' futures, equipping them with essential skills for lifelong learning and exploration. Download your guide now and ignite a love for learning that will take them places!

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Add some festive fun to your classroom this holiday season with this Reindeer Headbands and Writing Prompts bundle! Perfect for celebrating the winter season, this product includes 7 adorable reindeer headband options, allowing students to create their own unique reindeer look. Paired with 3 differentiated writing prompts, these activities are great for independent work, writing centers, or holiday-themed projects to display in the classroom.

What’s Included:

• 7 Reindeer Headband Options: Easy-to-assemble templates for students to cut, color, and customize!
• 3 Differentiated Writing Prompts: Engage students with prompts tailored to different levels, encouraging creativity and self-expression.

Perfect For:

• Holiday celebrations and classroom parties
• Bulletin board displays
• Fun, engaging activities in the days leading up to winter break

This Reindeer Headbands activity pack combines art and writing for an engaging, hands-on experience that’s sure to bring holiday cheer to your classroom.

This set features 12 different conductor and engineer hat templates, along with a blank template for personalized designs.

Perfect for Polar Express Pajama Day, the hats can be printed on either colored or white paper, allowing students to add their own colors. Just cut out the hats and attach them to a sentence strip or border.

Includes phrases like "Conductor," "Believe," "Engineer," and "Polar Express"

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Fall-Themed Minimal Pairs Craft Activity | Speech Therapy | Phonological Awareness

Make phonological practice engaging and fun with this fall-themed minimal pairs craft! This activity is perfect for speech therapy sessions or classroom phonics lessons, helping students develop auditory discrimination and improve speech sound production—all while enjoying a creative, hands-on project.

Benefits of Minimal Pairs Crafts:

• Boosts Phonological Awareness: Students practice hearing and producing distinct sounds, improving their ability to differentiate between similar words.
• Enhances Speech Intelligibility: By practicing minimal pairs, students can focus on correct articulation, leading to clearer communication.
• Hands-on Learning: Craft activities promote active engagement, making learning more memorable and enjoyable.
• Supports Visual and Auditory Learners: Combining listening, speaking, and crafting helps reinforce learning for students with different learning styles.
• Builds Confidence: The creative aspect of this activity allows students to experience success in both crafting and speech practice.

This Fall Minimal Pairs Craft Activity is the perfect way to combine learning with creativity during the autumn season. Your students will love working on this seasonal project while improving their speech and phonological skills!

Merry Christmas! This is a self-portrait that students will create of themselves. They will then use adjectives to describe their self-portraits/themselves and place them in the ornaments surrounding the self-portrait. There are included cutouts for the self-portrait if students would like to add more things to make it look more like Christmas. The Santa hat, antlers, and ears have already been shaped to fit the head. Students will just need to cut them out.

I hope this helps get your students into the Christmas spirit! This will be a great product for displaying student work also. I hope you enjoy it!