$5 - $10 Middle School Character Education Activities

10 Motivational Math Posters includes Black & White version. Classroom Posters or Bulletin Board additions. INCLUDES FIRST DAY / BACK TO SCHOOL ACTIVITY SHEEETS

Inspire your students with this set of 10 motivational math quotes posters, designed to brighten up your classroom and encourage a positive attitude towards math. Each poster features a unique and uplifting quote with vibrant clipart, and a black & white version is included for added flexibility. As a BONUS, this bundle comes with three engaging activity sheets that will help students connect with the quotes on a deeper level.

What's Included:

1. **Motivational Math Quotes Posters:
   **10 colorful posters featuring motivational math quotes.
2. **Black & White Posters:
   **Black & white versions of each poster for easy printing and customization.
3. Activity Sheets: (see preview)

• ACTIVITY 1: Clipart Scavenger Hunt: Students will embark on a fun scavenger hunt to find specific clipart within the posters. Once they locate the clipart, they will write down the quote from that poster, ensuring they read and reflect on each inspirational message.
• ACTIVITY 2: Reflection Sheet: This activity encourages students to think critically about the quotes and how they relate to their personal experiences and goals.
• ACTIVITY 3: Create Your Own Motivational Quote Poster: Students will be given an instruction sheet and a blank sheet to create their own poster.

Key Features:

• Engaging and Inspirational: Motivational quotes to boost students' enthusiasm and positivity towards math.
• Interactive Activities: Fun and thoughtful activities to help students connect with the quotes.
• Versatile Use: Posters and activities are perfect for classroom decoration and individual reflection.

OTHER BACK-TO-SCHOOL PRODUCTS:

• ALL ABOUT ME Grades 6 - 8
• MATH ABOUT ME
• HUMAN BINGO with a twist
• WORD SEARCH
• WOULD YOU RATHER
• BACK-TO-SCHOOL Taboo Presentation
• BACK-TO-SCHOOL Taboo Cards
• CLASSROOM RULES POSTERS

Keywords: Motivational math quotes, classroom posters, back-to-school, first day activities, math inspiration, student engagement, interactive worksheets, reflection activities, clipart scavenger hunt, DIY, create your own poster

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— Ms. Thompson, 5th Grade Teacher

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"These posters are perfect for decorating my classroom at the start of the school year. The bonus activity sheets are a great way to get students interacting with the quotes. My class particularly enjoyed making their own motivational posters. This bundle is a wonderful addition to my classroom resources."

— Mr. Garcia, Middle School Math Teacher

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"My students absolutely love the motivational math quotes! The reflection sheet prompted some great discussions. This bundle has made a positive impact in my classroom."

— Ms. Patel, High School Math Teacher

Description:

Embark on a transformative journey with "Discovering Me," a comprehensive personal identity research project tailored for middle school students. This engaging resource, crafted with a focus on Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) and community building, invites students to delve deeply into five key aspects of their identity: Name, Family, Interests, Character Traits, and Values.

What’s Inside:

• Intriguing Name Exploration: Through family interviews and literary excerpts like "My Name" from "House on Mango Street," students unravel the story behind their names.
• Family Dynamics and Connections: Activities to identify immediate and chosen family members, accompanied by reflective writing prompts around their experiences and the text "Hanging Fire" by Audre Lorde.
• Interests and Hobbies: A dynamic digital scrapbook project that lets students showcase their unique hobbies and interests!
• Personality Traits Analysis: An 'Agree, Disagree, Modify' exercise, encouraging students to introspect and discuss various personality traits.
• Values Exploration: Engaging 'This or That' activities with follow-up writing prompts, aiding students in uncovering their core values.

Educational Objectives:

• Cultivate self-awareness and empathy.
• Enhance communication and presentation skills.
• Foster a sense of community and understanding among classmates.

Customizable and Curriculum-Integrated:

• Easily adaptable for diverse learning environments.
• Seamlessly integrates with SEL, community building, and project-based learning frameworks.

Engagement and Support:

• Students connect personally and meaningfully with each task.
• Includes guides, rubrics, and a PDF of interview questions for comprehensive support.

"Discovering Me" is more than just a project; it's a journey into the heart of what makes each student unique. It's perfect for educators looking for an 'assign and go' solution that resonates on a personal level and builds classroom camaraderie.

These gratitude activities could help your students cultivate a sense of appreciation and thankfulness for the good things in life. It could enhance your students' overall well-being. They can help them focus on the positive aspects of their lives and foster deeper connections with others.

One of the strengths we want to develop and enhance is gratitude.

Gratitude enhances the well-being of our students. Practicing gratitude in the classroom helps our students to be happier, and more satisfied in life, have better physical health, sleep better, less fatigue, exhibit resiliency, helps strengthen relationships among teachers and classmates, and encourages the development of patience, humility, and wisdom.

Our gratitude lesson includes:

Gratitude activities

Gratitude certificates

Gratitude notecards

LGBTQ Reading Passage | Activities | LGBTQ Worksheets | Transgender Passage | Pride Month

LGBTQ Reading Passage, Activities, and Worksheets (SET 5)

❤ Passage Title - "Andrew vs. Andrea - When Being Yourself Is Seen As a Taboo"

ABOUT THIS RESOURCE

★ Topic – LGBTQ

★ 25 pages

★ Resource Type – Reading Passage, Activity Worksheets, and Answer Keys

★ Print and Digital (PDF and Google Slides - Text boxes already created!)

★ Excellent for Middle and High School Students / GSA Clubs

★ Google Slide Link

★ Detailed Answer Keys / Sample Responses

This resource includes:

☆ One Reading Passage (Title - "Andrew vs. Andrea - When Being Yourself Is Seen As a Taboo")

☆ Definition Worksheet (Defining Sexual orientation / Gender identity terms)

☆ Reading Passage Vocabulary Sheet (Definitions of Vocabulary Words)

☆ Note-taking Worksheet

☆ Question Worksheet (Consists on 5 Questions on ONE page)

☆ 5 Question Worksheets (One question on EACH worksheet)

☆ Anticipation Guide

☆ 5 Activity Worksheets (to complete after reading the passage)

☆ DETAILED Answer Keys / Sample Responses

❤️This product is included in the discounted LGBTQ Bundle!

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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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It’s essential that young people develop empathy for those who are different to them. This resource examines the short story of a teenage boy who transitioned to a female. Although he had shown multiple signs throughout the school year that he was born a male, but had no intention to live as one, he encountered scrutiny, bullying, unacceptance, and rejection. Readers are left with a better understanding of how lack of empathy, kindness, and acceptance can affect an LGBTQ+ individual's emotions, feelings, and sense of being.

Many LGBTQ+ students will find themselves struggling with the unknown. The way in which students respond to LGBTQ+ identities and relationships could provide key support and understanding for their peers. Within our classrooms, we may have teens who are discovering their own sexual identity. This resource, and story, highlights the importance and need for acceptance and support towards an LGBTQ individual's coming out journey.

ITEMS INCLUDED

✅ One Reading Passage titled "Andrew vs. Andrea - When Being Yourself Is Seen As a Taboo" (1 page)

A realistic story of a teenage boy who transitions to a female and faces bullying and scrutiny at school.

✅ Definition Worksheet

This worksheet includes the definitions/meanings of the following terms:

★ LGBTQ

★ Sexual Orientation

★ Sexual Identity

★ Gender Expression

★ Lesbian

★ Gay

★ Bisexual

★ Transgender

★ Queer/Questioning

★ Asexual

★ Non-binary

✅ Reading Passage Vocabulary Sheet

This worksheets includes the definitions of Vocabulary Words in the reading passage. This can be used to differentiate for students. You can give students this worksheet to refer to vocabulary words they do not know the meaning of to enhance their comprehension of the reading passage.

✅ Note-taking Worksheet

This Note-taking Worksheet is visually appealing and can be distributed to students to take important notes during class discussions or the reading passage.

✅ Question Worksheet (Consists on 5 Questions on ONE page)

✅ 5 Question Worksheets (One question on EACH worksheet)

There is ONE worksheet that includes 5 questions related to the reading. You can have students complete all five questions on one page, or you can have students complete one question at a time. The same 5 questions are also included on separate worksheets for a more detailed response. (One question per worksheet!)

☆ DETAILED Answer Keys / Sample Responses

✅ Anticipation Guide

The Anticipation Guide includes statements and ideas related to the topic/themes of the reading passage. 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!!

You can use an Anticipation Guide:

• Before/after introducing new material to tap into prior knowledge
• Before/after reading a short text to begin a discussion
• Before/After discussing a topic

✅ 5 Activity Worksheets (to complete after reading the passage)

This packet also includes 5 activity worksheets that students can complete after reading the passage. It will help them develop a greater analysis of the text as well as important themes and topics depicted in the text.

Activity Worksheet Topics include:

⭐ What Resonated With You? Reflecting About the Reading

⭐ Shifting to Gender-Neutral Language / Using Inclusive Language

⭐ LGBTQ+ IDENTITIES / Let’s Get it Right! Using Correct Pronouns

⭐ Accepting vs. Unaccepting Behaviors

⭐ Extended Short Response Question(s)

⭐ DETAILED ANSWER KEYS

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Other LGBTQ+ products you might be interested in:

★ LGBTQ Bundle

★ LGBTQ+ Scenarios Packet

★ LGBTQ+ Writing and Discussion Questions

★ LGBTQ - "Magnetism At Work"

★ LGBTQ - "Summer, Skating, and Support"

★ LGBTQ - "Ethan's Only Secret"

★ LGBTQ - "Just Being Authentically Me - Gavin's Story"

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Looking for some hidden social and emotional lessons in your readers theatre? Does your class need a lesson on the importance of kindness, emotions, dealing with an inner critic or resilience? These scripts are perfect to work into your literacy lessons while delivering a message for your students. You could even perform these in your social and emotional learning lessons!

This bundle features 4 scripts that are fun but also deliver social and emotional lessons in them.

The Featured Readers Theatre Scripts:

The Kindness Crew

In this Readers Theatre script, your students will meet the unique characters of the Kindness Crew: Charlie, Grace and Emma, as they embark on a mission to teach Zog, an alien from Planet Meany, about the importance of kindness.

The Inner Voices

In this Readers Theatre script, your students will meet Emma and Liam, whose ‘inner champion’ and ‘inner critic’ accompany them for a day at school. Inner Champion offers positivity, encouragement and kindness… Whilst Inner Critic is negative, unhelpful and unkind.

The Emotion Busters

In this Readers Theatre script, your students will meet the unique characters of "The Emotion Busters": Happy Harry, Sad Sally, Fearful Fred, Frustrated Fran and Angry Alex, as they drink a potion to suppress emotions they don't like.

Resilient Riley

In this Readers Theatre script, your students will meet the unique characters of Resilient Riley and Non Resilient Riley. Resilient Riley steps up to date to day challenges, however Non Resilient Riley runs away and ends up feeling even worse.

Perfect for Years 3 - 6: Suitable for upper elementary/primary, these scripts can be adapted for various grade levels. The language is simple and easy to follow.

Engaging Dialogue: The witty and heartwarming dialogue in this readers theatre scripts keeps students engaged and eager to see what happens next, making it an excellent choice for classroom readings and performances.

Literacy centres or social emotional learning lessons: Perfect to integrated into your literacy centres or your social emotional learning lessons!

Easy to Use: All you need to do is print, staple and go! Woo hoo!

By using these Readers Theatre Scripts you can create a positive and inclusive classroom environment while promoting important values such as kindness, empathy, resilience and listening to your inner champion!

And what a fun way to spread the word!

Enjoy!

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I'd also love to connect on social media and see the resources in action!

Looking for more readers theatre scripts? Make sure you visit the Captivating Kids store!

• Social-Emotional Learning & Character Development Bundle

Enhance your classroom's social-emotional learning with this comprehensive Social-Emotional Learning & Character Development Bundle! This resource includes five engaging worksheets designed to build essential life skills, promote empathy, and foster a positive mindset among students. Perfect for educators, counselors, and parents, this bundle supports character education and helps students navigate their emotions effectively.

Included Resources:

1. 28 Character Traits with Synonyms & Emoji Visuals – A colorful reference chart that aids ELL/ENL students in understanding key character traits through visuals and synonyms.
2. Growth Mindset Reflection Worksheet – Empower students to embrace challenges, learn from mistakes, and set personal goals, fostering resilience and a positive mindset.
3. Empathy and Kindness Activities Worksheets – Thought-provoking prompts and relatable scenarios that help students explore empathy and kindness in their interactions.
4. Emotion Vocabulary Worksheet – A structured list of 20 emotions, complete with definitions and examples, to support students in articulating their feelings and enhancing emotional intelligence.
5. Positive Behavior Prompts Worksheet – Quick prompts and role-play scenarios that encourage students to identify and reflect on positive traits in themselves and others, fostering a supportive classroom environment.

This bundle is ideal for grades 2-8 and can be used in classrooms, counseling sessions, or at home. By integrating these resources into your teaching, you will cultivate a compassionate and understanding atmosphere where students feel empowered to express themselves and support one another.

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If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback, please don't hesitate to reach out. We value your input and are always here to assist you.

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Help kids in your classroom or home develop emotional awareness and self-regulation with this engaging and interactive emotions planner! Designed to make daily feelings check-ins easy and fun, this resource encourages kids to identify and label their emotions while exploring healthy strategies to manage them.

Packed with empowering visuals, positive affirmations, and easy-to-follow prompts, this emotions chart is perfect for promoting emotional intelligence and self-awareness in children. It’s a must-have tool for teachers, counselors, and parents who want to nurture social-emotional growth in a supportive, engaging way. Whether used in the classroom, small groups, or at home, this planner helps kids build resilience, understand their emotions, and learn positive ways to cope with daily challenges.

Encourage emotional growth with this simple yet effective resource that kids will enjoy using every day!

Embark on a journey of friendship, loyalty, and personal growth with this captivating collection of eight short stories, perfect for teaching social-emotional learning and character education in the classroom.

"Friendship and Loyalty: Stories about the Challenges and Rewards of Maintaining Strong Friendships" is a powerful tool for educators seeking to foster meaningful discussions and lessons on the importance of building and maintaining healthy relationships. Each story in this collection highlights different aspects of friendship, such as trust, empathy, communication, and standing up for what's right, making it an invaluable resource for teaching essential life skills.

As students follow the journeys of Emma and Olivia, Jack and Liam, Maya and Zoe, and other memorable characters, they will learn valuable lessons about the power of unexpected connections, the importance of reconciliation, and the strength that comes from supporting one another through difficult times. These stories also tackle important topics such as peer pressure, standing up for oneself and others, and the consequences of one's actions on friendships.

Each story comes with a vocab list (word, part of speech, definition), a selection of potential assignments, a breakdown of the story structure, and applicable Common Core and National Health Education standards. All stories are also available individually from the DEEPbyDESIGN store.

Friendship and Loyalty: Stories about the Challenges and Rewards of Maintaining Strong Friendship

1. "The Unbreakable Bond": Two best friends, Emma and Olivia, find their friendship tested when they are assigned to compete against each other in a school science fair. As the competition intensifies, they must navigate the challenges of remaining loyal to each other while pursuing their individual goals.
2. "The Long-Distance Friendship": When Jack's best friend, Liam, moves to another country, they promise to stay in touch. Despite the time differences and the challenges of maintaining a long-distance friendship, the boys find creative ways to keep their bond strong.
3. "The Unexpected Friendship": Maya, a shy bookworm, and Zoe, a popular athlete, are paired together for a school project. As they work together, they discover that despite their differences, they have more in common than they thought and form an unlikely but powerful friendship.
4. "The Friendship Fallout": Aiden and Ethan have been best friends since kindergarten, but when a misunderstanding leads to a falling out, they must find a way to reconcile and repair their friendship.
5. "The Loyal Sidekick": When Sophia, the school's drama star, loses her voice before the big play, her best friend and understudy, Lily, steps in to help. Lily must balance her loyalty to Sophia with her own dreams of being in the spotlight.
6. "The Secret Keeper": When Nate confides in his best friend, Luke, about a family secret, Luke must decide whether to keep the secret or risk their friendship by telling an adult who can help.
7. "The Friendship Game": Four best friends, Ava, Bella, Chloe, and Daisy, create a game to test their friendship. As the challenges become more intense, they must decide what's more important: winning the game or maintaining their bond.
8. "The Friendship Rescue": When Mia's best friend, Sophie, starts hanging out with a new group of friends who engage in risky behavior, Mia must find the courage to stand up for what's right and help Sophie see the value of their true friendship.

This workbook allows you to reflect and gain insight into who you are – Discovering and clarifying your values, identity and sense of belonging. We say “discover” or “clarify” because our values are already a part of us. We just need to dig a little and find them. Knowing and living your values is essentially a map on how to be more authentic (or more yourself).

Your personal values are like a roadmap to live your life by. The destination is your authentic expression. They will provide you with clarity and vision, as well as confidence to stay the distance. Knowing your values means that you can easily get back on track even if you stray off the path.

Everyone has personal values. By acknowledging and living your values you bring an awareness and rhythm to your life, a sense of inner peace and understanding. Aligning yourself with your values can also help you to live an authentic life.

By exploring and narrowing down your personal values through this workbook you are clarifying what is important to you and show a commitment to making those values a priority.

This mini-lesson explores the following:

-Personal Values are important – why?

-I know who I am (worksheet)

-What are values?

-Living an intentional life (core values list)

-Questions about your core values (reflective questions)

-What are your Core Values (worksheet)

-Your Personal Values in Action (worksheet)

-What shapes our values?

-Experiences shape values

-Generational Impacts interview activity (3-part activity)

-Your values Question Summary

-Living Intentionally – Setting Goals

-Creating your personal values statement (craft)

-Inspirational Quote Poster

Start your AVID class with these team building AVID 180 Daily Quickwrite Creative Writing Google Slides Journal Prompts! They are just what your students need to get excited about writing while building relational capacity. Allow time for students to share their writing out loud or in small groups so that students are able to get to know their classmates at a deeper level.

What's Included:

• 180 writing get to know you and reflective/goal setting prompts
• Expectation slide and an editable expectation slide
• Prompt template for you to add your own quickwrites
• Prompts for Team Building
• Get to know you prompts
• Goal setting prompts
• Reflection prompts
• Creative writing prompts

Uses:

• morning writing
• journaling
• creative writing class
• ELA
• literacy centers
• small group
• whole group
• homework writing assignments
• collaborative writing
• quick writing prompts
• paragraph writing practice
• extensions for GT, or accelerated learners
• teaching writing skills (Leads, paragraphs, grammar, editing)
• substitute activities
• and much more!

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*Note this product may be used in brick an mortar classes as well as virtual systems like Outschool.

Make mindfulness and kindness the heart of your classroom!
This Mindful Zentangle Hearts activity pack combines art, SEL, and writing to create a calming, meaningful experience for students in grades 3-6. Perfect for February, Valentine's Day, or anytime you want to encourage mindfulness and emotional growth, this low-prep resource is easy to print and implement!

What’s Included:

• Zentangle Heart Coloring Pages: Encourage creativity and mindfulness with intricate designs.
• Guided Reflection Prompts: Writing activities focused on kindness, mindfulness, and emotional growth.
• Mindfulness Tips for Students: Simple tools to help students stay present and focused.
• Kindness Slips: Easy prompts for students to reflect on and practice kindness.
• Clear Directions for Teachers: Ready-to-use instructions for seamless implementation.

Why You’ll Love It:

• Low Prep, High Impact: Just print and go—no extra work for you!
• Engages All Learners: Combines creativity, SEL, and writing to captivate your class.
• Supports Emotional Skills: Helps students manage stress and develop kindness and self-awareness.

Perfect For:

• February and Valentine’s Day activities
• SEL lessons
• Writing centers
• Early finishers
• Mindfulness practice

Save time while helping your students focus, reflect, and grow—grab your copy today!

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Bundle of coloring pages and bookmarks with positive growth mindset quotes 80s 90s retro-themed pop art to help develop students' social-emotional intelligence.

15 coloring pages

8 different coloring bookmarks in two sizes
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This Social Skills Empathy Lesson and Activity Bundle, is a comprehensive and versatile resource designed to enhance social-emotional learning and promote the development of essential social skills. Students will enjoy the activities included in this bundle while building critical friendship skills.

Included:
☑Social Narrative
☑Game
☑Task Cards

►Print and Laminate this set for repeated use year after year!

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Grab this end-of-year bundle to wrap up the school year with your students and get them excited for summer! This bundle includes a printable memory book, fillable awards, crowns and fun summer-themed gift tags. Let's make those final days unforgettable!

✨ Save 30% with this bundle! ✨

What's Included

Summer Treat Gift Tags

Fillable Student Awards

Memory Book

Crowns

Summer Treat Gift Tags

10 Gift Tags Included:

• It's O'FISHALLY summer!
• You were one SMART COOKIE this school year!
• I DONUT want to say goodbye to you!
• You MINT so much to me this school year!
• You have BLOWN me away this school year!
• Stay super SHARP this summer!
• You will always have a PIECE of my heart!
• Have a super SWEET summer!
• DIG into a good book this summer!
• CHIP CHIP hurray it's summer time!

Fillable Student Awards

50 Awards Included:

Amazing Artist

Math Wizard

Worker Bee

Super Reader

Tech Expert

Observant Scientist

All-Star Athlete

Classroom Leader

Wonderful Writer

STEM Genius

Class Clown

Science Star

Aspiring Nurse

Social Butterfly

Fabulous Friend

Earth Hugger

Future Teacher

Smart Cookie

Future Actor

Future Actress

Team Player

Ray of Sunshine

Creative Writer

Bright Thinker

S. Studies Buff

Safety Patrol

Eager Explorer

Kindness Queen

Kindness King

Coolest Kid

Curious Cupcake

Leaps & Bounds

Star Speller

Lunchroom Leader

Animal Lover

Handy Helper

Word Shark

Most Improved

Recess Buddy

Goal Getter

Budding Author

Hard Worker

Creative Kid

Happy Camper

Marvelous Mathematician

Organization Guru

Growth Mindset

Attentive Listener

Never Giver Upper

Awesome Attitude

End of Year Memory Book

15 Pages Included:

• cover page for first, second, third and fourth grades

• about me

• about my teacher

• all about my friends

• my school day

• favorite memories

• brag sheet

• goal setting

• this or that school memories

• letter to my future teacher

• find someone who "my classmates"

• favorite books

• autographs page

• a note from my teacher

• my symbols

Crowns

What's Included:

5 black & white crowns with writing prompts

3 extra extension bands students can also color

Prompts Included:

This summer I will...

My favorite memory this school year was...

This year I learned...

Next school year, I am most excited for...

This summer I will...

More End of The Year Resources...

Roll & Read Phonics

Roll & Race Math

100's Chart Mystery Picture

*Note this product may be used in brick and mortar classes as well as virtual systems like Outschool.

These community-building activities and games are perfect for the first weeks of school! Students will use collaboration and teamwork which will build a positive learning community in your classroom. These activities are not just designed to be used only the first week of school but give the perfect opportunity to build friendships, and teamwork, and create a positive class culture. They could also be used for team building, recess, morning meetings, or SEL.

Help your students learn to collaborate. communicate, trust, and show mutual respect to others to be able to work well with others and be able to create a cohesive group of individuals working together for a common goal.

This team-building set comes with general objectives. Each activity comes with instructions you can modify. It also comes with processing questions to facilitate learning from the activities that you can discuss with your students.

3 Icebreakers

6 Team building Activities (Included are materials needed, instructions, and processing questions to facilitate learning from the activities)

Social Media Reading Passage and Activities, Teen Relationships, Revenge, Emotional Turmoil, LGBTQ

❤ Passage Title - "Damage"

ABOUT THIS RESOURCE

Social Media Reading Passage and Activities Packet

★ Related Topics – Social Media Drama, Emotional Turmoil, Teen Relationships, Revenge, LGBTQ

★ 25 pages

★ Resource Type – Reading Passage, Activity Worksheets, and Answer Keys

★ Print and Digital (PDF and Google Slides - Text boxes already created!)

★ Excellent for Grades 8-12

★ Google Slide Link

★ Detailed Answer Keys / Sample Responses

This resource includes:

☆ One Reading Passage (Title - "Damage")

☆ 2 Vocabulary Worksheets (2 variations)

★ Vocabulary Words already defined

★ Students write definitions of unfamiliar words

☆ 2 Note-taking Worksheets (2 variations)

☆ Question Worksheet (Consists on 5 Questions on ONE page)

☆ 5 Question Worksheets (One question on EACH worksheet)

☆ 5 Activity Worksheets (to complete before and after reading the passage)

☆ DETAILED Answer Keys / Sample Responses

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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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Reading Passage Overview - "Damage"

This reading passage examines the short story of a boy’s emotional turmoil as he learns his girlfriend is a lesbian. The text explores the effects of exposing someone else’s sexual orientation online, both on the person exposing the information and on the person whose information is being exposed. Students will learn of the power social media can give a person and the dangers that may arise from the accessible nature of social media.

ITEMS INCLUDED

✅ One Reading Passage titled "Damage" (1. 5 pages)

✅ 2 Reading Passage Vocabulary Sheets

★ Variation #1 - Vocabulary Words already defined. This worksheets includes the definitions of Vocabulary Words in the reading passage. This can be used to differentiate for students. You can give students this worksheet to refer to vocabulary words they do not know the meaning of to enhance their comprehension of the reading passage.

★ Variation #2 - Vocabulary Words are NOT defined. There will be a list of vocabulary words from the passage listed on the worksheets. Students will define words they do not know the meaning of.

✅ 2 Note-taking Worksheets

There are 2 Note-taking Worksheets to choose from. They are visually appealing! They can be distributed to students to take important notes during class discussions or during their reading of the passage.

✅ Question Worksheet (Consists on 5 Questions on ONE page)

✅ 5 Question Worksheets (One question on EACH worksheet)

There is ONE worksheet that includes 5 questions related to the reading. You can have students complete all five questions on one page, or you can have students complete one question at a time. The same 5 questions are also included on separate worksheets for a more detailed response. (One question per worksheet!)

☆ DETAILED Answer Keys / Sample Responses

✅ Anticipation Guide (2 Variations)

The Anticipation Guide includes statements and ideas related to the topic/themes of the reading passage. 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!!

You can use an Anticipation Guide:

• Before/after introducing new material to tap into prior knowledge
• Before/after reading a short text to begin a discussion
• Before/After discussing a topic

✅ 5 Activity Worksheets (to complete before and after reading the passage)

This packet also includes 5 Activity Worksheets both text-based and non text-based (Anticipated Guide included) that students can complete before and after reading the passage. It will help them develop a greater analysis of the text as well as important themes and topics depicted in the text.

Activity Worksheet Topics include:

⭐ Anticipation Guide

⭐ What Resonated with You?

⭐ Exploring Emotions

⭐ Justifying Actions

⭐ Reflecting About My Own Reactions

⭐ DETAILED ANSWER KEYS

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Other Social Media Drama -related Reading Passage and Activity Packets you might be interested in:

★ A Ticking Time Bomb

★ Social Media Army

★ The Power of Gossip

★ The Tik Tok Puppet

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Conflict-related Reading Passage and Activity Packets you might be interested in:

★ Not The Usual Prince Charming

★ The Moment That Lasts Forever

★ A Walking Talking Stereotype

★ The Weight of Legacy

★ Conflict Resolution Activity Worksheets and Keys

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Kick off the new school year with a fantastic set of 30 back to school activities, specifically designed for students in grades 3 through 6! This comprehensive back to school pack is the perfect resource to create a positive classroom environment, build connections, and inspire a sense of community from day one. These engaging back to school activities will help you establish a supportive atmosphere where every student feels valued and included, setting the stage for a successful academic year.

Key Features of Our Back to School Activities Pack:

1. Ready to Use Back to School Activities: Start the school year on the right foot with fun and engaging back to school activities that make every student feel welcome. These activities encourage sharing, connecting with classmates, and celebrating each student's unique qualities. Plus, they provide an excellent opportunity for you to get to know your students personally and academically.

2. Promote Self Expression from Day One: Encourage your students to express themselves by sharing their hobbies, interests, and aspirations. This not only helps you learn more about them but also fosters a sense of individuality and self-worth among students.

3. Create Stunning Classroom Displays: Many of these back to school activities can be transformed into vibrant classroom displays. These displays not only decorate your classroom but also showcase your students' creativity and personalities, providing a welcoming and inclusive backdrop for the school year.

4. Seamless Curriculum Integration: Our back to school activities are designed to give you insight into your students' abilities and learning styles. This information is invaluable for tailoring your teaching methods and ensuring each student reaches their full potential.

5. Inclusive and Diverse: The activities are crafted to accommodate students from diverse backgrounds and with varying learning abilities. This ensures that every student feels comfortable participating and sharing, promoting an inclusive classroom environment.

6. Save Valuable Preparation Time: As a teacher, your time is precious. These ready-to-use back to school activities require no prep work – simply print and go! This allows you to focus on what matters most: teaching and building relationships with your students.

7. Foster Positive Relationships: Encourage teamwork, cooperation, and mutual respect among your students as they learn about each other's backgrounds and interests. These activities are designed to help students build strong, positive relationships that will enhance their learning experience throughout the year.

Detailed Breakdown of These Back to School Activities:

Icebreaker Activities: Fun and interactive icebreakers that help students get to know each other and feel more comfortable in their new classroom environment.

Personal Reflection Exercises: Activities that encourage students to reflect on their goals, achievements, and areas for improvement, setting a positive tone for the year.

Team Building Challenges: Engaging tasks that promote collaboration and teamwork, helping students develop essential social and communication skills.

Creative Art Projects: Opportunities for students to express their creativity through art, with projects that can be displayed around the classroom to create a welcoming atmosphere.

Writing Prompts: Thought provoking prompts that inspire students to write about their experiences, dreams, and interests, enhancing their writing skills and self-expression.

Math and Science Integration: Activities that integrate math and science concepts, providing a fun and educational start to the school year.

How to Make the Most of These Back to School Activities:

Morning Meetings: Use these activities during morning meetings to set a positive tone for the day and help students start their day feeling connected and engaged.

Classroom Rotations: Incorporate these activities into your classroom rotations to keep students engaged and provide variety in their daily routine.

Homework Assignments: Assign some of these activities as homework to encourage students to think creatively and reflect on their learning outside of the classroom.

Get Your School Year Off to a Fantastic Start!

Get ready to watch your students connect, grow, and develop a sense of belonging with these 30 back to school activities. Whether you're looking to build a strong classroom community, inspire creativity, or get to know your students better, this pack has everything you need to make the start of the school year a success.

Looking for more fun back to school activities? Check out this blog post for additional ideas and resources to make your classroom a vibrant and welcoming place: Back to School Activities 2024.

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Empower Your Students to Overcome Bullying with "The Power Within"

A Collection of Short Stories & Engaging Activities Designed to Spark Dialogue, Build Empathy, and Inspire Change

Are you seeking a powerful tool to address bullying in your middle school classroom?

"The Power Within: Stories of Overcoming Bullying" is more than just a book; it's a comprehensive resource designed to help you navigate the complex landscape of bullying with your students.

What's Inside:

• Eight Engaging Narratives: Captivating stories that explore various forms of bullying, including verbal, physical, social, and cyberbullying, from multiple perspectives – the victim, the bully, the bystander, and the supportive adult.
• Thought-Provoking Discussion Questions: Each story is followed by a set of questions designed to spark meaningful conversations, encourage critical thinking, promote self-reflection, and foster empathy.
• Creative Writing Prompts: Inspire your students to explore the themes of the stories through writing, allowing them to develop their own voices, express their understanding of bullying, and consider alternative perspectives.
• Action-Oriented Project Ideas: Empower your students to take action against bullying by engaging in projects that promote kindness, inclusivity, and positive change within their school communities.

Why Choose "The Power Within":

• Relatable and Engaging: The stories are carefully crafted to resonate with the middle school experience, capturing the attention of your students and making the lessons more impactful.
• Multifaceted Approach: The book addresses bullying from various angles, providing a holistic understanding of the issue and its complexities.
• Promotes Social-Emotional Learning: The activities and discussion prompts encourage students to develop essential social-emotional skills, such as empathy, self-awareness, responsible decision-making, and relationship building.
• Versatile Teaching Tool: Use the stories as individual reading assignments, springboards for class discussions, or the foundation for a unit on bullying prevention.

"The Power Within" is more than just a book; it's a catalyst for positive change.

Help your students find their voices, embrace their strength, and create a more compassionate and inclusive school environment. Order your copy of "The Power Within: Stories of Overcoming Bullying" today!

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This workbook allows you to reflect and gain insight into who you are – Discovering and clarifying your values, identity and sense of belonging. We say “discover” or “clarify” because our values are already a part of us. We just need to dig a little and find them. Knowing and living your values is essentially a map on how to be more authentic (or more yourself).

Your personal values are like a roadmap to live your life by. The destination is your authentic expression. They will provide you with clarity and vision, as well as confidence to stay the distance. Knowing your values means that you can easily get back on track even if you stray off the path.

Everyone has personal values. By acknowledging and living your values you bring an awareness and rhythm to your life, a sense of inner peace and understanding. Aligning yourself with your values can also help you to live an authentic life.

By exploring and narrowing down your personal values through this workbook you are clarifying what is important to you and show a commitment to making those values a priority.

This mini-lesson explores the following:

-Personal Values are important – why?

-I know who I am (worksheet)

-What are values?

-Living an intentional life (core values list)

-Questions about your core values (reflective questions)

-What are your Core Values (worksheet)

-Your Personal Values in Action (worksheet)

-What shapes our values?

-Experiences shape values

-Generational Impacts interview activity (3-part activity)

-Your values Question Summary

-Living Intentionally – Setting Goals

-Creating your personal values statement (craft)

-Inspirational Quote Poster

Improve your students' communication skills with this engaging character education resource focused on genuine communication. Designed to help students who struggle to effectively express themselves, this comprehensive guide covers essential aspects such as active listening, proper responses, recognizing negative listening patterns, developing empathy, and giving and receiving constructive feedback. Empower your students to become confident and empathetic communicators with this invaluable educational tool.

Activities include:

• Identifying non-verbal language
• Learning negative listening styles and habits
• Identifying the feelings of other people
• Learning and practice attending skills and reflecting skills
• Learning how to handle positive and negative feedback.

The file is in PDF format.

It would be best if you had these programs to open up the files:

• Acrobat Reader or Acrobat Pro