Homeschool Critical Thinking Resources

The Editable Orange Shirt Day Truth and Reconciliation Workbook - Every Child Matters is a must-have resource for teachers looking to educate their students about the history of residential schools and the significance of Orange Shirt Day. This fully editable workbook provides a comprehensive, age-appropriate exploration of truth and reconciliation, and empowers students to reflect on the "Every Child Matters" message through engaging activities and thoughtful reflection.

Why Teachers Should Buy It:

1. Differentiated for Various Reading Levels: With two differentiated versions (Primary and Junior), this resource is perfect for classes with students at different reading levels. Whether you're working with younger students or those who need more challenging material, both versions allow for an inclusive and engaging learning experience for all.
2. Editable for Personalization: The fully editable PowerPoint format allows you to customize the content to meet your classroom's unique needs. Add local context, adjust the reading passages, or simplify the activities to suit your students’ abilities.
3. Supports Meaningful Conversations: This workbook offers a structured and respectful way to introduce the difficult topics of residential schools and reconciliation. The activities, which include reading comprehension, reflection questions, and creative tasks, foster empathy and understanding in your students.
4. Engaging Content: Students will learn about Phyllis Webstad’s personal story, the origins of Orange Shirt Day, and the broader history of Indigenous peoples in Canada. The workbook includes beautiful, easy-to-follow visuals and worksheets designed to captivate and educate.
5. Promotes Critical Thinking and Reflection: Encourage students to critically reflect on the impact of residential schools through thoughtful questions, journaling activities, and art-based projects such as designing their own "Orange Shirt" to symbolize the “Every Child Matters” movement.
6. Complete Resource for Educators: Whether you're new to teaching Orange Shirt Day or an experienced educator, this resource provides everything you need to facilitate these vital conversations in your classroom. It's easy to use, visually appealing, and ready to print or edit.

Included:

• Two differentiated versions (Primary & Junior) for various reading levels
• Reading passages on Phyllis Webstad’s story and the history of residential schools
• Indigenous culture vocabulary and illustrations
• Reflection and comprehension worksheets
• Creative activities (e.g., designing an Orange Shirt)

Ensure that your Orange Shirt Day lesson is impactful and informative with the Editable Orange Shirt Day Truth and Reconciliation Workbook - Every Child Matters. Help your students understand the importance of reconciliation and foster a culture of respect and inclusivity in your classroom.

Geography | Earth Day Project | Creating a 501c3 | Real-World Activity

The Compassion Project | Facing Needs Around the World

Students learn through play or reenactment — yes even when they are older and in middle school or high school. This lesson has students work in cooperative groups to identify an educational, health, human or environmental need around the globe. As if in real-life circumstances, students come together to create a non-profit 501c3 with a purpose or mission on solving this world issue. It may range from animal cruelty issues to lack of resources like water to deforestation, etc.

Each team will work to combat an issue in one of the following categories:

° Animal Cruelty & Endangered Species Issues.

° Plant & Environmental Issues

° Human & Social Issues

° Other

OBJECTIVES:

• The learner will understand the difference between pity, sympathy, empathy, and compassion.
• The learner will research human, educational, health, environmental, and social issues throughout the world.
• The learner will work to plan and create a non-profit compassion organization to help the cause and issue.
• The learner will work with his/her team to create promotional material for their non-profit 501c3 organization.

SUPPLIES NEEDED:

1. Compassion Goes Beyond Sympathy and Empathy (Compassion Wheel)
2. Technology to display various Compassion Wheel, Compassion Organizations Websites, and introductory video.
3. Whiteboard/Blackboard on which to write.
4. Wall Signs: Animal Cruelty & Endangered Species Issues, Plant & Environmental Issues, Human & Social Issues, and Other.
5. Compassion Organization Planning Guide.
6. Computers, environmental magazines such as National Geographics.
7. Paper, posters, markers, pencils, erasers, rulers, glue, scissors, etc.

INCLUDES:

• Guiding questions
• Suggested YouTube videos
• Compassion Wheel
• Detailed teacher instructions with intro, procedure & closure
• Wall signs for intro activity

Student Packet

• Student instructions: How are You Going to Make a Difference?
• Examples of mission statement & logos
• How to Create Your Non-Profit planning graphic organizer
• Compassion Activity Choice Board
• Guardian permission slip (if needed for YouTube, Instagram, FB)
• Mockup of a 501c3 application
• Grading Rubric
• Mockup letter of tax exemption approval letter.

And More!

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Equip adolescents, teens, and adults with essential internet safety skills using our specialized Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) program, now available on TeachShare. Our Internet Safety ABA Program is meticulously crafted to enhance digital literacy and promote safe online behaviors through structured interventions and interactive learning materials.

What's Included:

1. Program Implementation Sheet: Seamlessly integrate the program into your curriculum or therapy sessions with our comprehensive implementation guide. Follow step-by-step instructions for effective program delivery and maximize learning outcomes.
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3. List of Potential Targets/Scenarios: Explore a curated list of potential internet safety targets and scenarios, providing a practical framework for teaching and reinforcing safe online practices.
4. Visual Review Tool: Enhance comprehension and retention with our visual review tool, designed to facilitate discussions and reinforce key concepts related to internet safety.

Empower learners to navigate the digital landscape confidently and responsibly with our Internet Safety ABA Program. Equip them with the knowledge and skills they need to protect themselves online and make informed decisions in the digital age. Download today and promote a safer and more secure online experience for all!

Circle animal names in alphabetical order as fast as you can!

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• Speech Activities
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• Writing for Public Speaking,
• Writing for Speech and Debate

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Introducing how to know your audience when developing a speech has never been easier! This comprehensive lesson guides students through a step-by-step process of understanding who their audience will be and how to prepare for presenting a speech. Students will also become familiar with how to participate in discussions, pose and respond to questions, and paraphrase information.

This lesson allows students to practice and develop their speaking and listening skills. The students will develop confidence in speaking that will cary over into presenting reports, telling a story, and using relevant details as supporting evidence,

When an elementary student begins a Public Speaking Unit, it is quite often the first time he or she has been required to speak in public, other than the basic Show and Tell. Therefore, it is important to make sure the students become familiar with the basics of how to stand, speak, move, and make eye contact during any type of public speaking situation.

This lesson is adaptable for in-class instruction, distance learning, or independent student work. The PowerPoint and worksheets can be used for whole-class instruction or assigned for students to complete at home.

All materials are available in both Google Drive™ and print formats, ensuring easy access for all students.

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This lesson in Public Speaking, Speech, and Debate focuses on how to Know Your Audience and includes:

Public Speaking, Speech, and Debate Lesson Plan with:

• Common Core State Standards Indicated on lesson plan
• Instructional Focus
• Instructional Procedures
• Objectives/Goals
• Direct Instruction
• Guided Practice
• Enrichment
• Differentiation
• I Can Statement
• Essential Question
• ESE Strategies
• ELL Strategies

Public Speaking, Speech, and Debate Worksheet with:

• Explanations and examples of the different methods for analyzing an audience.
• Opportunities for students to practice guided note-taking

Public Speaking, Speech, and Debate PowerPoint Presentation with:

• Introduction slides with explanations of methods to employ when analyzing an audience
• Guided note-taking sections
• Examples of information to determine when analyzing an audience

Google Slides™

Answer Key

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The lessons in the Elementary Introduction to Public Speaking Unit include:

• Know Your Audience
• Organizing Your Speech
• Writing a Speech
• Practice Makes Perfect
• Research Techniques

Plus a FREE Argumentative Writing Essay Lesson is included in the bundle!

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Enhance your creativity with this fun and interactive activity where students will brainstorm adjectives to bring their pictures to life! Perfect for language arts or creative writing classes, this exercise will inspire students to think outside the box and improve their descriptive skills. Get ready to see the power of words transform ordinary pictures into extraordinary works of art. Start creating today!

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Back to School Puzzles for 1st Graders – Word Search, Maze, and Crossword

Kick off the school year with fun and engaging back to school-themed puzzles for 1st graders! Includes word search, maze, and crossword activities with answer keys. Two word search options available.

Start the school year with excitement and learning with our Back to School Puzzles for 1st Graders! This engaging set of puzzles includes a word search, maze, and crossword puzzle, all designed to captivate young learners and reinforce key back-to-school vocabulary and skills. Perfect for classroom or home use, these puzzles provide a fun and educational activity to welcome students back to school.

What’s Inside?

• Word Search Puzzles: Two versions of the word search are included – one with a colorful image to engage visual learners and one without for a simpler approach. Both options focus on back-to-school themed words.
• Maze Activity: A fun and easy maze designed for 1st graders, helping to develop problem-solving skills and fine motor coordination.
• Crossword Puzzle: A beginner-friendly crossword puzzle that reinforces vocabulary and spelling skills through engaging clues related to the back-to-school theme.
• Answer Keys: Comprehensive answer keys for the word search, maze, and crossword, making it easy for teachers and parents to check students' work.

Educational Benefits

• Enhances Vocabulary: The word search and crossword puzzles introduce and reinforce key back-to-school vocabulary, helping students to recognize and spell important words.
• Develops Problem-Solving Skills: The maze and crossword activities encourage critical thinking and spatial awareness as students navigate and solve the puzzles.
• Engages and Motivates: The back-to-school theme and colorful options make learning fun and keep young students engaged.
• Supports Fine Motor Skills: Tracing through the maze and searching for words helps improve fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.

Perfect for Various Settings

This versatile set of puzzles is ideal for:

• Classroom Activities: Use as part of your back-to-school curriculum, in literacy centers, or as a fun filler activity.
• Homework Assignments: Assign as homework to reinforce learning in an enjoyable way.
• Supplemental Practice: Great for extra practice or as a reward for early finishers.
• Home Learning: Perfect for parents looking for engaging and educational activities to support their child's learning at home.

Why Choose These Puzzles?

Our Back to School Puzzles for 1st Graders offer a fun and effective way to start the school year. The themed word search, maze, and crossword activities not only make learning enjoyable but also help reinforce important vocabulary and problem-solving skills. With answer keys included, these puzzles are a convenient and valuable addition to any 1st-grade curriculum.

A great way to get students journaling is to combine visuals with words to stimulate the mind. The eleven-slide PowerPoint addresses study skills, time management, stress management, interpersonal relationships and goal setting. Great for group discussions and story starters, as well.

Una historia, dos perspectivas: explorando la subjetividad y la empatía a través de narrativas de doble perspectiva

Descripción :

Sumérgete en el mundo de la subjetividad y la empatía con "Una historia, dos vistas", una colección única de ocho cuentos, cada uno contado desde dos puntos de vista opuestos. Diseñada para los grados 5 y 4, esta herramienta invita a los lectores a examinar situaciones familiares desde diferentes perspectivas, fomentando la comprensión, la compasión y el pensamiento crítico.

Cada historia presenta dos personajes distintos, como el tímido nuevo estudiante y el alborotador payaso de la clase, o el atleta decidido y el artista apasionado. Al presentar ambas perspectivas una al lado de la otra, estas historias invitan a los estudiantes a ponerse en el lugar de cada personaje, explorando sus pensamientos, sentimientos y motivaciones. A través de las historias, desarrollarán una mejor comprensión del papel que juegan la personalidad, las prioridades y las experiencias de vida en la percepción del mundo.

¡Pero el aprendizaje no termina con las historias mismas! Este recurso integral también incluye 20 actividades interesantes y preguntas de debate, lo que brinda a los maestros una gran cantidad de herramientas para profundizar las lecciones sobre empatía y toma de perspectiva. Desde análisis comparativos y ejercicios de escritura hasta juegos de roles y conexiones con el mundo real, estas actividades están diseñadas para ayudar a los estudiantes a internalizar los mensajes de las historias y aplicarlos a sus propias vidas.

Lo más destacado de “Una historia, dos vistas”:

• 8 historias cortas cautivadoras, cada una contada desde dos puntos de vista opuestos
• Fomenta la empatía, el pensamiento crítico y la apreciación de diversos puntos de vista.
• Incluye 20 actividades y preguntas de discusión para una mayor exploración.
• Adaptable a diferentes contextos de aula y estilos de aprendizaje.

Al explorar estas historias de doble perspectiva y participar en las actividades que las acompañan, los estudiantes:

• Desarrollar una comprensión más profunda de la empatía y la subjetividad.
• Reconocer la importancia de considerar múltiples puntos de vista.
• Fortalecer su pensamiento crítico y sus habilidades analíticas.
• Mejorar sus habilidades de comunicación oral y escrita.
• Promover una comunidad escolar más solidaria e inclusiva

“Una historia, dos perspectivas” es una herramienta esencial para cualquier docente que desee promover el aprendizaje socioemocional, la educación del carácter y el desarrollo de habilidades del siglo XXI. ¡Descárgalo ahora y observa cómo tus estudiantes se vuelven personas más comprensivas, empáticas y de mente abierta!

Keep your preschooler engaged and learning with this fun Easter activity! This instant download includes 2 preschool activities: number matching with numbers 1-10 and egg matching puzzles with 10 eggs. Just print and cut these cute Easter eggs and your preschooler can get to work matching!

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Looking for fun First Week of School activities, Crafts, Decorations or Worksheets ? This set has everything you need, It will keep the kids engaged and entertained, Designed for preschool and kindergarten students

Get your little learners excited and prepared for the new school year with this wide variety of engaging activities and crafts to make the back-to-school transition fun and memorable

Activities included in this printable Bundle:

- All About Me Worksheet

- Teacher’s Portrait

- Back to School Banners

- Back to School Posters

- Back to School Counting Clip Cards

- Back to School Gift Card Holder

- Back to school Gift Tags

- Back to School Handprint Craft

- Back To School Paper Crowns

- First and Last Day of School Questionnaire

- All About Summer Break

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Here's a F U L L Y E A R of Early Finisher Activity Packets - one for every month of the year and extra packets for every holiday or celebration you can think of - with more being added regularly! That's 700+ pages!

From Back to School season, through Christmas, Fall Break, Valentine's, Spring Break, after State Testing, and all the way to the End of the Year and even Summer, these fun activity packets will be game changers in your classroom. Each packet offers themed activities tailored to every holiday you can imagine, which will make sure your students are engaged and on task....even when they finish early!! There are also various game and puzzle activity packets included. As an added bonus, it'll allow you some extra time to get what you need to get done during these busy, and often stressful times for teachers!

These fun filler activities are great to keep students busy or for sub work. Say goodbye to boredom and hello to engaging fun with engaging activities. Keep your students entertained and challenged, turning those spare moments into valuable learning opportunities. Great to use for after testing or breaks too.

These are game-changers in my classroom! Students know to grab their packets and work on them if they finish their work early or if I have to leave the room for a meeting. They're amazing for some quiet work after testing as well! Don't miss out on this lifesaver resource that will make your new school year a breeze! Grab it now and watch your students thrive while you boost your classroom productivity.

This money-saving bundle is now 50% off for a short time and includes 30+ best-selling resources with more being added soon:

• Back to School Activity Packet (20 pages)
• Complete the Picture Early Finisher Packet (50 pages)
• Squiggle Stories Packet (55 pages)
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• After State Testing Puzzle Activity Packet (30 pages)
• Earth Day Activity Packet (5 pages)
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• Early Finishers Activity Packet (30 pages)
• Solar Eclipse Activity Packet (5 pages)
• End of the Year Activity Packet - Set 1 (10 pages)
• End of the Year Activity Packet - Set 2 (10 pages)
• End of Year Puzzle Activity Packet (18 pages)
• Game & Puzzle Activity Packet (25 pages)
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• Summer Coloring Bundle (30 pages)
• FlipBook Early Finisher BUNDLE of 12 (12 pages)
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Psst! My best-selling Monthly Early Finisher Bundle is also included in this purchase! Each monthly packet features 20 fun pages of independent work like puzzles, games, and SEL-centered drawing and coloring activities.

These monthly-themed Early Finishers Packets will keep elementary and middle school students busy when they finish their work! They'll love the fun games they can play with a partner quietly, or the selection of challenging puzzles and creative activities these packets offer!

This Monthly Early Finisher Bundle includes all 12 months of the year!!

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

A PACKET FOR EVERY MONTH - each with 20 pages!

Included for each month:

• 1 Crossword Puzzle with solution
• 1 Sudoku with solution
• 1 Maze - with solution
• 1 Word Search
• 1 Tic Tac Toe partner game
• 1 Dot to Dot
• 1 Word Escape Puzzle - with answer key
• 1 Complete the Picture Symmetry sheet
• 1 Positive Affirmation Mandala Coloring Page
• 1 Think Outside the Box Drawing Sheets - 4 per page!
• 1 Pop Art Coloring Page
• 2 More Coloring Pages
• 1 Grid Drawing Challenge
• 1 Word Work Activity
• 1 Word Scramble with solution
• 1 I Spy Page
• 1 DIY Color by Number
• 1 Design Time Page
• 1 Connect the Dots partner game

► These fun printables will keep students busy when they finish their work! They'll love the fun games they can play with a partner quietly, or the selection of challenging puzzles and creative activities these packets offer!

Perfect for:

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• end of the year
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This product includes 4 different dice to help your children develop valuable self-regulation skills, stress reduction techniques, anger management abilities, and calming strategies! These dice are fun way help children develop calm and safe ways to de-escalate frustrating or emotionally challenging situations. Kids will love the adorable and diverse clipart!

What’s Included: ✨ 4 Different Self-Regulation Activities Dice ✨

This Resource is Great for:

⭐ Calming Corners

⭐ Mindful Moments

⭐ Brain Breaks

⭐ Circle Time Activities

⭐ Sensory & Movement Breaks

⭐ Calming Strategies or De-Escalation Plans

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⭐ Transitions

⭐ Morning Group Time

⭐ Rainy Day Activities

⭐ Calm-Down Time

⭐ Social Workers

⭐ School Counselors

Emotional & Mental Benefits:

❤️ Helps Steady Emotions, Reduce Anxiety & Stress

❤️ Teaches Self-Regulation & Calming Techniques

❤️ Helps with Self-Discipline & Reduces Impulsivity

❤️ Aides in Developing Emotional Regulation Skills

❤️ Teaches Children to get Better in Touch with their Thoughts & Feelings

❤️ Helps Children Manage their Anxiety

❤️ Enhances the Ability to Listen & Communicate Efficiently

❤️ Improves Attention Spans & Helps Children Learn to Focus

❤️ Teaches Children to be Present in the Moment and on their Current Tasks

❤️ Helps Children Learn Healthy Ways to Manage Anger & Frustration

❤️ Teaches Children to take a Step Back before Reacting

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Lesson Overview

In this lesson, students learn more about safe and reliable use of the Internet in the digital age as they learn how to decipher between fake and real news, spot misleading websites, avoid clickbait, and recognize rumors or misleading information on social media. The lesson starts with a PowerPoint presentation (teacher led or distributed to students to read themselves) that outlines some of the pitfalls of erroneous or misleading information on the Internet. Then, students complete several lessons to develop their skills in recognizing fake news, fake websites, clickbait, and other misinformation. These can also be done with a partner or in a small group if the teacher prefers. Next, students work with a group to answer critical thinking questions about the ethics of fake news and ways to prevent contributing to the problem. Also included with the lesson is a word search puzzle, great for early finishers, or as a part of the lesson.

This lesson was designed for middle school (grades 6-8) but could be used in upper elementary grades or high school as well.

Materials Required:

· Computers with Internet access for each student (or pair of students)

· Access to Microsoft Word or Google Docs and Microsoft PowerPoint or Google Slides

Files included:

· Teacher & Student Resources

· PowerPoint Presentation – Misinformation in the Digital Age

· 3 Lessons with Instructions, Grading Rubrics, and Answer Keys

· Reference Sheet: How to Recognize Fake Websites and News

· Group Discussion Critical Thinking Questions with Teacher Guide for Use

· Word Search Puzzle with Answer Key

Approximate Lesson Duration:

· Introduction to the Unit and PowerPoint Presentation: 1 (50 minute) class period

· 3 lessons: 3-4 (50 minute) class periods (for all three lessons)

· Group Discussion Questions: 1-3 (50 minute) class periods depending on class/group size

· Word Search Puzzle: about 20-30 minutes

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Enhance your students' reading comprehension skills with this engaging resource featuring five significant historic disasters. Each passage is designed for 5th to 9th-grade students and includes questions that encourage critical thinking and discussion. Perfect for use in the classroom or as homework assignments!

What's Included:

• Five Reading Comprehension Passages:

1. The Great Chicago Fire (1871)
2. The Titanic Disaster (1912)
3. The Hindenburg Disaster (1937)
4. The 1906 San Francisco Earthquake
5. Hurricane Katrina (2005)

• Five Sets of Questions:
  • Comprehension questions for each passage, focusing on key details, cause and effect, and historical significance.

The Forensic Files: Unraveling the Mysteries of Crime

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Embark on a thrilling exploration of the fascinating world of forensic science with this comprehensive collection of 12 reading comprehension worksheets! Each worksheet delves into a unique forensic discipline, unveiling the intriguing methods used to solve crimes and uncover the truth.

Uncover the secrets hidden in:

• Toxicology: Learn how scientists analyze poisons and drugs to determine cause of death and identify culprits. (e.g., The Alexander Litvinenko case)
• Forensic Psychology: Explore the criminal mind as psychologists assess behavior, evaluate mental states, and aid in legal proceedings. (e.g., The BTK Killer case)
• Footprint Forensics: Discover how podiatrists analyze footprints to link suspects to crime scenes and reconstruct events. (e.g., The Lindbergh baby kidnapping case)
• Brain Clues: Delve into the brain with forensic pathologists to understand cause of death, analyze injuries, and investigate potential crimes. (e.g., The JonBenét Ramsey case)
• Bite Marks: Explore the controversial science of bite mark analysis used for suspect identification. (e.g., The Louise Kennedy case)
• Rocks and Dirt Talk: Witness the power of geology as forensic scientists analyze soil, rocks, and minerals to link suspects and reconstruct crime scenes. (e.g., The Andrea Gail case)
• Insect Detectives: Learn how entomologists use insects to estimate time of death, reconstruct events, and identify locations. (e.g., The Jeffrey Dahmer case)
• Blood Ties: Dive into the world of DNA analysis and its role in identifying suspects, establishing familial relationships, and exonerating the wrongly convicted. (e.g., The Amanda Knox case)
• Plant Power: Explore how botanists analyze plant materials to link suspects to crime scenes, identify geographic origins, and reconstruct events. (e.g., The Polly Klaas case)
• History Unearthed: Travel back in time with forensic archaeologists who analyze burial sites, artifacts, and skeletal remains to solve historical crimes and mysteries. (e.g., The Richard III case)
• Digital Footprints: Unmask cybercriminals as you learn how experts analyze electronic devices and online data to investigate crimes. (e.g., The Silk Road darknet marketplace takedown)
• Ballistics Breakdown: Unravel the secrets of firearms with ballistics experts who analyze bullets, casings, and trajectory patterns to identify weapons and reconstruct shooting scenes. (e.g., The John F. Kennedy assassination)

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• Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of various forensic science disciplines.
• Students will analyze the techniques and applications used in each forensic field.
• Students will evaluate the limitations and ethical considerations surrounding forensic evidence.
• Students will develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills by applying their knowledge to real-world scenarios.

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• RI.5.1: Quote accurately from a text when explaining what the text says or does.
• RI.5.2: Determine the central ideas or author's purpose in a text.
• RI.5.3: Explain the relationship between a series of historical events described in a text.
• RI.5.7: Draw on information from multiple texts to support a claim or make an inference.
• WHST.5.2: Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas clearly.
• WHST.5.4: Produce clear and focused writing on a topic or issue.
• WHST.5.8: Recall relevant information from experiences or texts to explain or support a point.

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Challenge your students higher order thinking skills with these five logic puzzles that have a Halloween theme. Wake their brains while having fun working through a logic grid puzzle.

Each puzzle includes a scenario, a set of clues, and a grid that students may use to mark off the clues as they work their way through the clues. A teacher instruction page and answer keys are also included.

Create a classroom filled with positivity, kindness, and support with this fun and engaging Roll and Encourage Growth Mindset pack. This resource is thoughtfully designed to inspire a warm and uplifting learning environment for your students. The kindness activities pack includes 6 dynamic worksheets, available in both vibrant color and printer-friendly black and white versions, ensuring flexibility and cost-effectiveness in your classroom. With this printable pack you'll empower your students to embrace kindness, empathy, and a growth mindset, creating a joyful and supportive learning environment that enhances their overall development. Elevate your classroom culture with this easy-to-use, creative, and impactful teacher resource that will inspire your young learners to be compassionate, confident, and caring individuals.

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Overview: Introduce your students to the wonders of our world with this comprehensive 7-page no prep for you or an emergency sub Geography research booklet! Each page is dedicated to one of the seven continents, providing a detailed map and thought-provoking questions that will ignite their curiosity and deepen their understanding of global geography.

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• Detailed Maps: Each continent is beautifully illustrated, offering students a clear visual representation to aid their research.

• Research Questions: For every continent, students will delve into:

  • Size/Area: Understand the vastness of each landmass.
  • Number of Countries: Not just the count, but labeling them too!
  • Population & Largest City: Dive into demographics.
  • Highest Point: Reach the peak of knowledge!
  • Climate: Discover the diverse weather patterns.
  • Top Landmark: Identify iconic sights.
  • Major Rivers and Lakes: Flow with the world's waterways.
  • Mountain Ranges: Scale the heights of knowledge.
  • Nearby Oceans and Seas: Explore the surrounding waters.

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• Integrated Learning: This booklet promotes research skills, reading comprehension, and map reading all in one!
• Flexibility: Suitable for independent study, group work, or as a homework assignment.
• Engagement: The hands-on approach ensures students are actively involved in their learning journey.

Why Choose This Resource? As educators, we understand the importance of making learning engaging and relevant. This booklet has been meticulously designed to ensure students not only learn but also appreciate the diverse wonders our world has to offer. Whether you're introducing continents for the first time or looking for a resource to deepen existing knowledge, this booklet is your perfect companion.

Embark on a global adventure with your students today!

In this fun and back to school, no prep lesson your Geography program, students will embark on a geographical journey to find specific countries using an atlas or google earth skills to develop their country finding ability, before labelling and coloring in the map. All neatly contained within a single A4 sheet.

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