Middle School Test Preparation Activities

This product is a Scavenger Hunt related to the 8th Grade Social Studies STAAR Test. Included are 2 separate Scavenger Hunts with Placards for each one. They cover the ERAS of Exploration and Colonization, American Revolution, and the U.S. Constitution. This activity can be a traditional Scavenger Hunt with placards spread around the room or can be done on the computer with programs such as Nearpod and Google Classroom. An answer key is included.

This product pairs great with the 8th Grade Social Studies STAAR Quick Facts Study Sheet.

8th Grade Social Studies STAAR Quick Facts Study Sheet

• STAAR ECR Mastery Resource Informational Essay Test Prep Grades 6-8 Thesis Claim
  This comprehensive resource breaks down the Extended Constructed Response (ECR) process for middle school students. It guides them through crafting a solid thesis, developing claims, and supporting their ideas with evidence and reasoning. The engaging, step-by-step format ensures students master the writing skills they need for STAAR success.

• Thanksgiving Argument Writing Unit Debate Topics & Lesson Plans 4 STAAR ECRs
  Make argumentative writing fun and seasonal with this resource. Students tackle Thanksgiving-themed debate topics while practicing essential STAAR ECR skills. The unit includes structured lessons, 4 debate topics, guided notes, and activities that focus on developing strong arguments with evidence and counterarguments.

• ECR Relay Race: Engaging STAAR Writing Prep Grades 5-8 Comprehension 12 Prompts!
  Turn essay writing into a collaborative, competitive game! This relay race-style resource includes 12 engaging prompts and helps students build comprehension and writing skills through interactive learning. Ideal for both individual and group work, this resource is perfect for STAAR test prep and building writing confidence.

Ready to get your students moving and learning with an engaging, exciting, and all-around fun vocabulary review game that is sure to become a class favorite? Then, The Fly Swatter Game is right for you! Students compete to swat the fly with the word that matches the definition they are given. Multiple formats (project-to-board/screen or print options) and multiple game modes keep this game fresh and exciting. It's engaging, it's intense, but most of all, it's loads of fun that will have your students wanting to play again and again!

Use this game to review key terms relating to any subject area!

What’s Included:

• PowerPoint version of game board and instructions to be projected to a board, wall, or screen
• Larger flies that can be printed and cut out to use around your entire classroom
• Teacher instructions
• Student Study List for terms and definitions
• Teacher Vocabulary Call List to be used during gameplay

Fly swatters not included (I found cheap ones at the local dollar store!), but you can always have students use their hands or create their own fly swatters from paper!

Struggling Students? Power Up Their Learning with Interactive Study Secrets!

Tired of students saying "I studied but I still failed?" Unlock the secrets to effective studying with our interactive Google Slides presentation, Study Secrets Unlocked!

Students will learn:

• Powerful techniques to master information, not memorize!
• Interactive activities make learning engaging and fun!
• Formative assessments reveal strengths and weaknesses for personalized learning.

Teachers will gain valuable insights:

• Identify students' study skills to target areas for improvement.
• Easy-to-use format saves you time for lesson planning. ⏰
• Interactive elements boost student participation.

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What are readability levels, how do you turn on the function in MS Word, and how can knowing the information help student writers? These questions are answered in this interactive presentation that uses screenshots and step-by-step directions to turn on readability and check sentences and passages. Benefits of knowing and using readability levels include: Understanding Audience Understanding Computerized Testing Scoring Understanding and Using Types of Sentences Understanding and Using Syllable Counts Building and Using Higher Level Vocabulary Objectives are: Build vocabulary through synonyms Identify and use sentence clarity Identify and use sentence variety in writing Understand audience and their reading levels Understand computerized essay tests grading Understand syllable counts within words Easy to follow and assessment included! Excellent for anyone about to take a computerized standardized graded essay or who will be focused on addressing and writing to specific target audience grade levels. Great for AP students, flipped classes, GT, homeschool, Pre-Ap, and college level students.

AVID - Vocabulary Word Log & Game for SAT / ACT Test Prep: Use this vocabulary list and log with the engaging 100-second challenge digital activity to help your AVID students build their vocabulary skills in order to prepare for their future ACT or SAT tests! These words work great for both middle and high school students.

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What's Included:

• Google Sheet vocabulary log with 52 words
• Google Slides 100-second challenge game with 52 questions and 52 answers

Directions:

• Click on the circle to access a forced copy of the vocab log/list.
• Have students complete the vocabulary log using the words provided.
• They should also have time to study the words before this game.
• Divide the class into 4-6 teams.
• Each team should have a "speaker" to share answers.
• Have each team take turns answering a vocabulary question.
• Teams will only get 100 seconds to answer the question.
• If they can answer correctly, the team gets 1 point.
• Then, give that team a ball (a crumpled up piece of paper will do).
• If the team can make a basket into the trashcan, reward the team an extra point.

Uses:

• SAT/ACT test prep
• Teambuilding
• Framework Friday

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AVID Vocabulary Game for SAT and ACT | Fishbowl Rounds: Help your students prepare for the SAT or ACT while building their vocabulary skills. During Fishbowl Rounds students have 60 seconds to spend in each of the 3 rounds where they have to use the vocabulary words in different ways!

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What's Included

• Directions poster
• Vocabulary list with 90 SAT vocabulary words
• Vocabulary log for students to record definitions and sentence examples for the vocabulary words
• 90 word cards to cut and place in a "fishbowl" for students to draw out of
• Editable template to add your own words

Directions

• Students have 60 seconds per round!

1 Clues

• Whoever is drawing cards may only use word clues to help their team guess the word. You may not use physical or actions and you cannot use the word in your clues.

2 dictionary

• Whoever is drawing cards must draw a picture to get the team to guess the word. You may not write words or use sounds or noises; it must be silent.

3 three words

• Whoever is drawing cards must use only THREE words to get the team to guess. These words can be repeated, can be said in different volumes or rates but must be only three words.

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End of year or anytime! This is the best, comprehensive, unlimited replay Jeopardy test prep game experience on this marketplace! This Jeopardy-style Texas history and geography review game offers a truly unique learning adventure! Elevate your Social Studies teaching toolkit with this fun and educational history and geography game where students will have a blast reviewing all of those key facts and concepts you've taught them about Texas history and geography, inlcuding Texas regions, cities, counties, borders, map skills, historical events, founding fathers, VIPs, pop culture, and so much more!

If you like this game, you may also appreciate Jeopardy-style Texas Geography game that helps your learners prepare, one unit at a time. With this game, they review key concepts related to Texas geography, inlcuding map skills, vocabulary, landforms, Texas regions, cities, counties, borders, and more!

Check out a preview of this TEKS and CCSS-aligned Texas history and geography Jeopardy-style game to see for yourself.

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Learners are tested on their knowledge of Texas history and geography using the following randomly-selected question types:

• Multiple Choice
• Multiple Answers
• Drag and Drop
• Cloze Passages
• Text Entry
• Sequencing
• Timed activities
• Media: Video and Image Questions

It's Comprehensive:

• Categories A100 - A400: Geography including vocabulary, regions, borders, cities, maps, and landforms
• Categories B100 - B400: People of Texas including, celebrities, native Texans, explorers, founding fathers, leaders, contributors, etc.
• Categories C100 - C400: Battles and wars, including those related to the Texas Revolution, Civil War, and World Wars
• Categories D100 - D400: Various topics, including Texas symbols, government, education, economy, culture, and fun facts

Inspired by Jeopardy, this game includes:

• 1 or 2 Players/Teams
• Realistic: Automated scoring and return to game board - no manual adjustments or annoying home/back button
• Bonus Point Opportunities (Double Jeopardy-style points and Final Jeopardy-style bids)

Basic Features:

• Standards Aligned: Meets TEKS and CCSS.
• Remote Learning Friendly: Online game. Internet required.
• Automatic scoring and self-correcting answer key. Learners get immediate notification of correct or incorrect answers.
• Fun, fun, fun: Word scramble, riddles, and more.
• Replay option: Questions are selected randomly from a pool. There are well over 200 questions in total. This makes it possible to produce a unique quiz with each replay attempt. In addition, new questions will be added to the pool periodically to keep the pool robust.
• Learners are acknowledged by the name they entered when launching the game.
• Truly No Prep: Automatic scoring and answer key. Open/send the link and go!
• Copyright-friendly audio.
• No macros = play on any device.
• A Google account is not required!
• Quick and Effective: 10 - 15 minutes = Perfect for a quick refresher or energizer.

Important Information:

• This fully automated game is packed with engaging audio, video, and animations for an immersive experience! To ensure everything runs smoothly, it may take a moment to load depending on your Internet speed— but trust us, it’s worth the wait!
• This game is not editable. Please let me know if there's something you would like to see added.

This product is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or associated with any television game show or any other intellectual property owned by their respective trademark holders. All content has been independently created for educational purposes to provide an engaging and interactive learning experience.

What to Expect:

Please play the preview version before purchasing. This is the best way to understand how the game works and is also the best way to avoid surprises after purchase.

Again, because of the coding involved to create this fully-automated, 2-player game with audio, video, and animation, it may take a minute or so to load, depending on your Internet speed.

You'll receive a PDF file that includes a link to the online game. This content is not editable. If there is something you would like added, please let me know.

While I'll update the game periodically, I will do my best to retain the same link. After purchasing, you'll be notified about any updates to this product.

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If you encounter any issues, please email me at zaneylaneylearning@gmail.com before posting a negative review. I have a lot of ideas, and I'm trying my best to present an error-free, high-quality product. Again, please play the preview version before purchasing. This is the best way to understand how the game works and is also the best way to avoid surprises after purchase.

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Are you reviewing for the Algebra 1 Midterm and need a midyear review?! I've got you covered! This activity pack is engaging for students and include 14 different Algebra 1 topics and 14 different activities for your students to review the first half of the year! They will have a blast coloring, unscrambling words, completing matching activities and escape room codes! Instead of giving out that traditional review pack, give them this activity pack and see how their engagement level changes!

You will also get the actual powerpoint to project in your classroom to be able to go over any questions you want!

Answer Key included for all activities! You can even print these color coded answer keys and hang them around the room so as students work they can easily check their answers when they are done if you don't want to!

What is included:

1)Evaluating Expressions Matching Activity

2)Solving Inequalities True or False

3)Solving Linear Equations Maze

4)Identifying Functions Word Scramble

5)Evaluating Functions Escape Room

6)Consecutive Integer Word Scramble

7)Simplifying Expressions Coloring Activity

8)Irrational Numbers Coloring Activity

9)Converting to Slope-Intercept Form Individual Task Cards

10)Finding Slope & Y-Intercept Coloring Activity

11)Point on the Line Maze

12)Irrational Numbers Coloring Activity

13)Graphing Inequalities What Doesn’t Belong Activity

14)Domain and Range Matching Activity

15)Solving Linear Inequalities Coloring Activity

16)Answer Keys for all activities

17)The powerpoint for you to project and write on

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Engage your students this winter with 20 winter-themed word problems that make solving equations fun and relevant! This printable and no-prep worksheet set is perfect for practicing both one-step and multi-step equations, designed to build critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Each problem is crafted with a winter theme, incorporating real-world scenarios such as sledding, snowball fights, hot cocoa, and more to keep students motivated and engaged. This versatile resource is great for classwork, homework, math centers, or test prep, catering to grades 6-8.

What’s Included:

• 10 One-Step Equations Word Problems

Perfect for practicing foundational equation-solving skills in engaging, real-life contexts.

• 10 Multi-Step Equations Word Problems

Challenge your students with multi-step scenarios that involve combining like terms, distributive property, and operations with integers.

Key Skills Covered:

• Solving one-step equations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)

• Solving multi-step equations with real-world applications

• Practicing critical thinking and applying math in relatable scenarios

• Reinforcing integer operations, order of operations, and algebraic problem-solving

Why You’ll Love This Resource:

• No Prep: Simply print and go—perfect for busy teachers!

• Engaging Winter Theme: Seasonal problems students will love, with fun and relatable contexts.

• Aligned to Standards: Supports algebraic reasoning and equations, aligning with Common Core and other state standards.

• Versatile Use: Great for warm-ups, independent practice, assessments, or even extra credit.

Perfect For:

• Grades 6-8

• Pre-Algebra and Algebra Classes

• Math centers, sub plans, homework, and review activities

Keep your students engaged and learning this winter with this fun and effective equations worksheet. Download today to make algebra practice a breeze!

Instill a love of learning and a growth mindset in students with this creatively designed coloring book! This 30-page digital download features unique growth mindset quotes embedded into artful imagery perfect for coloring.

Filled with inspirational sayings like "Challenges help me grow," "I can do hard things," and "My effort leads to success," this coloring book promotes a positive mindset around effort, persistence, and viewing challenges as opportunities to learn.

Designed for elementary students but suitable for any age, this coloring book is ideal for:

*Morning work or bell ringers to set an intention for the day

*"Brain breaks" to reset focus during testing days

*Counseling and SEL lessons on mindfulness and resilience

*Independent art time when students need self-directed activities

With thought-provoking quotes and space for students to add their own creative color, this growth mindset coloring book is perfect for classrooms, counseling offices, intervention services, and more!

Turn classroom review into an interactive throwdown!

Throwdown Cards are a dynamic and fun way to assess student understanding and promote active participation in your small group sessions. This set of playing cards replaces traditional answer sheets with an engaging twist!

Here's How It Works:

1. Review Previously Taught Skills
2. Pose a Multiple Choice Question
3. Throwdown Time! Students Throw Down Their Card
4. Defend Your Choice
5. Question Review

Benefits of Throwdown Cards:

• Multiple Formats: Choose to use Throwdown Cards in Small Group at Teacher Table, in Workshop Stations, or make a class set for whole-class review!
• Engaging and Interactive: Move away from passive note-taking and transform review into a game-like activity.
• Immediate Feedback: See student understanding at a glance with the "throw down" motion.
• Promotes Discussion: Encourage healthy debate and peer-to-peer learning as students defend their answers.
• Boosts Confidence: Students are more likely to participate when answers are hidden initially.
• Versatile Use: Adaptable to various subjects, grade levels, and question formats (multiple choice, true/false, etc.).

Make learning an active adventure! Add Throwdown Cards to your classroom toolkit today!

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North Carolina 5th Grade Science Teachers, this is for you! Are you looking for a fun way to help your students be successful in 5th Grade Science? Look no further! This year long mega bundle has everything you need to help your students master each 5th Grade Science standard!

This bundle was created to align with the new 2023 North Carolina Standard Course of Study Science Standards (implemented 2024) and is regularly updated with new resources! Get it now before the price increases!

What's included:

• 118 Science Vocabulary Word Wall Cards
• 25 Review Worksheets/Study Guides (four per unit)
• 18 Digital Activities covering different science topics
• 18 Google Form Assessments covering different science topics
• 6 Task Card Sets (one per unit)- printable and Google Form version
• 6 Interactive Jeopardy Games in Google Slides (one per unit)
• 6 Color by Code Vocabulary Activities (one per unit)
• 6 Vocabulary Crossword Puzzles (one per unit)
• 4 Spiral Review Task Card Sets- printable and Google Form version
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Bring some encouragement and SEL to students during state testing or any testing day! This set of ready-made positive affirmation coloring pages includes 10 unique treat-themed motivational phrases! Allow students to practice mindfulness before any test. You can also display them to create a bulletin board! Perfect to pair with a little gift like pencils, highlighters, Goldfish, cookies, donuts, mints, Oreos, popcorn, pretzels, muffins and more!

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10 Coloring Pages Included:

• Testing will be easy CHEESY!
• You are one smart COOKIE!
• DONUT stress you got this!
• This is MINT to take away testing jitters!
• You are one SHARP student!
• You are so BRIGHT I believe in you!
• You are extra OREOdinary!
• Answers will be POPPING in your head!
• There's KNOT anything you can't do!
• Stop at MUFFIN to succeed!

Directions

• Print and let students practice mindfulness before any test.
• Great for use as a student-created bulletin board!

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Transform STAAR writing preparation into an exhilarating adventure with our "ECR Relay Race" resource! Designed specifically for grades 6-8, this product turns the daunting task of essay writing into a collaborative, fun, and competitive experience. Dive into high-engaging topics while practicing informational, argumentative, and correspondence writing skills critical for STAAR success.

✅ Engaging Topics for Every Genre:

• Informational ECRs: Explore Texas Rodeo, Texas State Fair, and NASA's monumental contributions.
• Argumentative ECRs: Delve into captivating debates like Selena vs. Beyonce, Roblox vs. Minecraft, and Messi vs. Ronaldo.
• Correspondence ECR: Address real-world issues in letters concerning Ocean pollution, VR headsets in education, and Sports accessibility for students with disabilities.

✅ Collaborative Learning: Encourage teamwork with relay races that make writing a shared journey. Students can work together or individually, pushing them to think critically and write effectively.

✅ Interactive Progress Tracking: Watch as students advance their stick figure characters across the board with each completed paragraph, igniting a sense of accomplishment and urgency.

✅ Comprehensive ECR Refresher: Kickstart your classes with 15 slides designed to refresh students on ECR essentials, providing a solid foundation for success.

✅ Inclusive Support Materials: Includes sentence stems for each writing genre, aiding students in structuring their thoughts and arguments clearly and cohesively.

✅ Fun, Engaging, and Educational: Our resource is not just about STAAR prep; it's about creating memorable learning experiences that foster creativity, critical thinking, and a love for writing.

Prepare your students for STAAR writing with a resource that’s as educational as it is exhilarating. Make test preparation something students look forward to with our ECR Relay Race. Perfect for teachers seeking innovative, engaging ways to enhance writing skills and STAAR readiness.

Save time and money with this amazing bundle of over 30 interactive and engaging activities, designed to enhance your world history classroom! This package helps supplement your existing curriculum, lessons and units, covering key periods from The Middle Ages to The Renaissance, as well as World Religions, and provides a rich variety of learning tools to captivate your students and deepen their understanding of history.

Topics covered in this bundle:

1. The Middle Ages
2. World Religions
3. Chinese History
4. The Renaissance
5. The Protestant Reformation
6. Vocabulary Review
7. Projects and Activities for any unit!

Product Overview: This bundle includes a wide variety of activities to suit different learning styles and classroom needs:

• Interactive Reading Lessons: Explore historical texts and topics with guided questions and activities.
• Worksheets & Notes: Comprehensive resources for classwork and homework.
• Projects & Research Assignments: Encourage deeper investigation into historical topics.
• Crossword Puzzles & Word Searches: Reinforce vocabulary and key concepts in a fun, engaging way.
• Classroom Games: Interactive games that make learning history exciting.
• Detailed Teacher Guides: Easy-to-follow guides for smooth lesson implementation.
• Answer Keys & Rubrics: Simplify grading and provide clear expectations for students.
• ..and so much more!

This bundle is perfect for:

• New teachers wanting to build a solid collection of activities!
• Experienced teachers looking for new ways of teaching a concept!
• Homeschooling Families

Be sure to check out the previews for all activities to see how they are perfect for your classroom!

Figurative Speech Sorting Worksheets - Enhance your students' understanding of figurative language with engaging sorting activities. Identify metaphors, similes, personification, and more. Boost comprehension, creativity, and critical thinking skills.

Benefits of Figurative Speech Sorting Worksheets for Students:

• Improved Comprehension: Identifying figurative speech helps students understand deeper meanings and nuances in texts.
• Enhanced Creativity: Exposure to figurative language inspires creative expression and imaginative writing.
• Strengthened Critical Thinking: Analyzing figurative devices encourages students to think critically and analyze language.
• Vocabulary Expansion: Students learn new words and phrases through figurative language.
• Fun and Engaging Learning: Sorting activities make learning enjoyable and interactive.

By incorporating figurative speech sorting worksheets into your lessons, you can effectively enhance your students' language skills and foster a love of learning.

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Visual learners delight with these character analysis graphic organizers! Help students uncover and focus on important character traits for writing and visualizing fiction and non-fiction characters. Includes critical thinking, problem solving, research skills, and test prep concepts. Includes: 3 Character Analysis sheets with traits boxes graphic organizers Background Profile graphic organizer Personal Profile graphic organizer Historical Info graphic organizer Character Road Map with directions 3 Road Map Symbols handouts Easy and fun to use with individuals and small/whole groups for analysis, close reading, building characters, and test prep in English, literature, and history classes for at-risk, GT, Pre-AP, AP, homeschool, etc...

Vocabulary Printable Game | Roll a Word Activity | Freebie: Student can use this roll a vocabulary word game in centers, for test prep, homework, small groups, tutoring, homeschool and so much more! AVID teachers can use the SAT/ACT vocabulary words found in our AVID Vocabulary bundle to practice their vocabulary skills!

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• 1 Roll a Word Vocabulary PDF Game Board

Directions

• Students roll the dice and then choose a word from their vocabulary list.
• Then follow the directions to practice the word.

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