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Transform your teaching with this all-inclusive teaching slides bundle, designed to cover the entire "Systems in Action" unit from the Nelson Science & Technology series. This comprehensive package includes detailed teaching slides for Chapters 1, 2, and 3, providing a rich, interactive, and engaging learning experience for Grade 8 students.

Units Covered:

Unit 1: Understanding Systems

• Introducing Systems
• Reading Science and Technology
• Types of Systems
• System Components
• Perform an Activity: Examining Physical Systems
• Systems Evolve
• Explore an Issue Critically: Consumerism

Unit 2: Mechanical Systems

• Mechanical Advantage and Pulleys
• Levers and Mechanical Advantage
• Inclined Planes and Mechanical Advantage
• Work and Mechanical Advantage
• Energy and Work
• Simple Machines
• Complex Machines

Unit 3: Designing Efficient Systems

• Energy on the Loose
• Efficiency
• Mechanical Efficiency
• Examining Efficiency
• Solving Technological Problems
• Customer Service
• The Pros and Cons of Automation

Product Highlights:

• Comprehensive Coverage: All lessons from Units 1, 2, and 3 are included, ensuring a thorough understanding of systems in action.
• Engaging Content: Captivating slides with clear explanations, relevant images, and practical examples.
• Interactive Learning: Encourage discussions and critical thinking with thought-provoking questions and activities.
• Visually Appealing: High-quality images and graphics make learning accessible and engaging.
• Easy to Use: Organized content that aligns with the Nelson Science & Technology curriculum for Grade 8.

Legal Disclaimer: This resource has been independently created and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or in any way associated with Nelson. The content of these slides has been specifically developed to address the needs of my Grade 8 classes, ensuring a tailored and effective learning experience.

Are you an instructional coach or administrator seeking innovative ways to deliver a professional development session on enhancing student engagement in math? This customizable professional development (PD) template is an excellent starting point for guiding teachers on how to incorporate engaging, hands-on activities into their math instruction using their current curriculum. The template is fully editable, allowing you to personalize it with details specific to your curriculum, school environment, and even add photos or videos to further customize the experience.

Session Overview:

1. Experiencing Engagement from a Student’s Perspective: To kick off the session, teachers will participate in a variety of math activities within small groups, experiencing the learning process from a student’s point of view. These activities will range from traditional worksheets to more interactive and game-based approaches. Afterward, participants will reflect on their experiences and compare which method fostered higher engagement. By directly experiencing different learning strategies, teachers will gain a clearer understanding of what truly engages students and promotes deeper understanding.
2. Cognitive Engagement Quadrant Model: Following the activity, the Cognitive Engagement Quadrant Model (with a visual guide included) will be introduced to help teachers analyze the relationship between student participation and the level of cognitive demand. The model highlights four types of engagement:

• High participation with high-order thinking
• High participation with low-order thinking
• Low participation with high-order thinking
• Low participation with low-order thinking

Teachers will use this framework to reflect on their current practices and discover how to balance participation and critical thinking in their classrooms.

1. Multimedia Examples of Engaging Math Activities: To inspire creative approaches, the session includes a variety of video and picture examples showcasing real-world classroom scenarios where students are actively engaged in math lessons. Teachers will observe examples of hands-on learning, math games, and other dynamic activities that align with core math skills and concepts. These examples will serve as a practical resource for educators looking to transform their instruction.
2. Math Rotation Ideas & Engagement Strategies: Teachers will explore different strategies to maintain student interest and participation during math instruction, including rotation stations and game-based learning. These ideas are designed to provide teachers with concrete methods for incorporating student-centered activities into their lessons. By rotating through activities, students remain engaged while reinforcing their understanding of key math concepts in a collaborative and interactive setting.
3. Collaborative Problem-Solving Game: As part of the session, teachers will participate in a group-based algebra game that challenges them to solve an algebraic expression together. This hands-on game fosters teamwork, problem-solving, and engagement—skills that can easily be adapted to their own classrooms to make math more interactive and enjoyable for students.
4. Group Reflection and Anchor Chart Creation: At the conclusion of the PD, teachers will come together to collaborate on creating an anchor chart summarizing the key engagement strategies and takeaways from the session. This chart will serve as a reference for implementing these ideas in the classroom, and can also be shared with other staff members to extend the impact of the professional development across the school.

Research-Backed Approach: Engaging students through hands-on, interactive learning has been proven to enhance academic achievement. A study in a low-income elementary school found that students exposed to 12 weeks of hands-on learning experiences significantly outperformed their peers in classrooms using traditional textbook-based instruction (Guthrie et al., 2006). This PD leverages these insights to promote engaging, active learning environments that make a lasting impact on student performance.

**Customizable and Flexible:**This PD template is completely editable, giving you the flexibility to adapt it to your school’s specific curriculum and instructional goals. Whether you need to add school-specific materials, customize the activities, or include photos of your own classrooms in action, this template provides the framework to create a professional development session tailored to your teachers' needs.
By the end of the session, teachers will leave equipped with practical strategies to engage students, increase participation, and foster a deeper understanding of math concepts—all while making learning fun and meaningful for their students.

The topics and what is included:

• 24 pages of editable Google Slides. 
• An activity to show teachers the levels of engagement with different math activities. 
• Videos and pictures showing differing examples of engaging students during math. 
• An engaging math game to play with staff. 
• Engagement strategies that transfer to the classroom.

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Looking for cards and gift tags to give your students all year long? Grab this bundle of greeting cards to celebrate your students on different occasions throughout the year. Occasions included: back to school, Halloween, Thanksgiving, Winter Holidays, Valentine’s Day, and the End of the Year.  

Make creating memorable personalized gifts easy throughout the school year with these ready-to-print and editable greeting cards, thank-you notes, and gift tag labels for students. With over 50 designs to choose from, these cards will surely put a smile on your students’ faces. 

Every set of greeting cards includes an editable option to customize each card by adding your name. Please note that the images and design aren’t editable. 

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CARDS INCLUDED IN BUNDLE:

Back-to-School Cards & Gift Tag Labels

8 Designs:

★ Bee- "Buzzing with excitement to BEE your teacher!”

★ Watermelon- “This year will be one in a melon.”

★ Llama- "Excited for a LLAMAZING school year.”

★ Cactus- “I can’t wait to watch you grow this year!”

★ Astronaut- “This year is going to be out of this world!”

★ Dinosaur- “This year is going to be DINO-MITE with you in class!”

★ Box of Crayons- “Here’s to a COLORFUL school year!”

★ Turtle- “Looking forward to a TURTLEY awesome school year!”

Printing options:

• 4 per page 5.5" x 4.25" postcard style
• 9 per page 3.5” x 3” 
• 2 per page foldable card (5.5” x 4.25”) 
• Color printing only

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Halloween Gift Tag Labels

4 Designs

★Black cat with a witch hat inside a pumpkin with text, Happy Halloween!

★Dog with a ghost costume trick-or-treating with text, Happy Halloween!

★Cutie ghost with a witch hat with text, Have a Fab-boo-lous Halloween!

★Candy corn cutie with text, No tricks, just treats! Happy Halloween!

Printing Options:

• 4 per page 5.5" x 4.25" postcard style
• 9 per page 3.5” x 3” 
• 16 per page (2.7” x 2”) 
• Bonus: full-size coloring sheets
• Color and black & white printing

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Thanksgiving Cards & Gift Tag Labels

8 Designs:

★Colorful turkey with text, Happy Thanksgiving!

★Colorful turkey holding sign with text, Happy Thanksgiving!

★Three laughing pumpkins with the text, Happy Thanksgiving!

★Laughing pumpkin with the text, Happy fall!

★Three acorns with the text, Happy fall!

★Scarecrow with the text, Thankful to have you in class!

★Pumpkin pie with the text, So thankful for you! Happy Thanksgiving!

★Thanksgiving cutie clipart with the text, Thankful for you!

Printing Options:

• 2 per page foldable card (5.5” x 4.25”) 
• 4 per page 5.5" x 4.25" postcard style
• 9 per page 3.5” x 3” 
• 16 per page (2.7” x 2”) 
• Bonus: full-size coloring sheets
• Color and black & white printing

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Winter Holiday Cards & Gift Tag Labels

20 designs:

★Snoman in a snow globe with text, Let it snow!

★Candy canes with text, Happy Holidays! (x2 designs)

★Snoman in a snow globe with text, Happy Holidays! (x2 designs)

★Gingerbread cutie with text, Happy Holidays! (x2 colors)

★Snowman cutie with text, Happy Holidays! (x2 colors)

★String lights with text, Happy Holidays! (x2 designs)

★Menorah with text, Happy Hanukkah! (x2 designs)

★Snoman in a snow globe with text, Warm wishes! (x2 designs)

★Snoman with text, Warm wishes! 

★Gingerbread cutie with text, Warm wishes! 

★Gingerbread cutie with text, Merry Christmas!

★Hanging ornaments with text, Merry Christmas!

★Car driving with Christmas tree on top with text, Merry Christmas!

Printing Options:

• 2 per page foldable card (5.5” x 4.25”) 
• 4 per page 5.5" x 4.25" postcard style
• 9 per page 3.5” x 3” 
• 16 per page (2.7” x 2”) 
• color and black & white printing

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Valentine’s Day Cards & Gift Tag Labels

16 Different Cards

★ Single dinosaur teal- "You're a Dino-mite Student!"

★ Single dinosaur pink- "You're dino-mite!"

★ Two dinosaurs- "You're dino-mite!"

★ Mailbox- "You've got mail!" (x2 color options)

★ Astronaut: "You're out of this world!" (x2 color options)

★ Robot "Beep! Bop! Boop! That's Robot For... 'Happy Valentine's Day!"(x2 color options)

★ Two robots- "Happy valentine's Day!"

★ Jukebox- "For the record, you're amazing!"

★ Jukebox- "For the record, you rock!"

★ Candy- "You're a treat to have in class!"

★ Cookies & candy- "You're a treat to have in class!"

★ Cupcake- "You're so sweet!"

★ Spaceship "You're a blast!"

Printing Options:

• 4 per page 5.25" x 4"
• 9 per page 3.5” x 3” 
• 2 per page- foldable holiday cards
• Color printing only

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End-of-Year Cards and Gift Tag Labels

16 Different Cards

★ Popsicle- "Stay COOL this summer!”

★ Popsicle- "Thanks for being so COOL this year!”

★ Taco- "Let’s TACO ’bout summertime!”

★ Taco- “Let’s TACO ‘bout an amazing year!”

★ Llama- “Wishing you a LLAMAZING summer!”

★ Llama- “Thank you for being LLAMAZING this year!”

★ Dinosaur- “Wishing you a DINO-MITE summer!”

★ Dinosaur- “Thank you for being DINO-MITE this year!”

★ Unicorn- “Wishing you a MAGICAL summer!”

★ Unicorn- “Thanks for a MAGICAL school year!”

★ Jukebox- “I hope your summer ROCKS!”

★ Jukebox- “This year ROCKED with you in class!”

★ Ice cream cone- “Wishing you a super SWEET summer!”

★ Ice cream cone- “It was so sweet having you in class!”

★ Turtle- “Wishing you a TURTLEY awesome summer!”

★ Turtle- “Thank you for a TURTLEY awesome year!”

Printing Options

• 4 per page 5.5" x 4.25" postcard style
• 9 per page 3.5” x 3” 
• 2 per page foldable card (5.5” x 4.25”) 
• Color printing only

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Introducing how to write a literary analysis essay citing text evidence for The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate has never been easier! This in-depth text dependent analysis (TDA) writing prompt resource guides students through a step-by-step process of writing an expository / informative essay with textual evidence as support. It includes an expository writing graphic organizer, rubric, expository writing quiz, and an expository writing template.

All aspects of text evidence writing are covered in this resource: brainstorming ideas, developing a thesis statement, introducing supporting details, writing hooks and leads, and incorporating the 6 Traits of Writing™. From the struggling writer to the advanced writer, this resource offers something for everyone.

The video, slide show, graphic organizer, worksheets, writing template, and rubric allow students to practice and develop their informative writing skills. The writing quiz reinforces guided note-taking techniques when used in conjunction with the instructional video. The detailed lesson plans make implementing expository writing easy for teachers.

This no-prep lesson is adaptable for in-class instruction, distance learning, or independent student work. The instructional video with writing tutorial and template can be presented as 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 Citing Text Evidence Expository / Informative writing prompt lesson includes:

Entertaining Instructional Video with:

• Brainstorming ideas
• Prompt identification and comprehension
• Thesis statement development
• Rubric explanation
• How to Write an Expository Essay tutorial and writing template
• How to Write an Expository Essay writing quiz / guided note-taking

Detailed Lesson Plan with:

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

Worksheets with:

• Prompt
• Brainstorming section
• Thesis statement development
• How to Write an Expository Essay tutorial and writing template

Slide Show Presentation with:

• Introduction slide with prompt (interactive for students to identify key vocabulary)
• Brainstorming slide (interactive for students to list ideas)
• Standard and implied thesis development slides
• How to Write an Expository Essay tutorial and writing template slides
• Checklist slide

Expository Writing Quiz

Expository Rubric

Expository Graphic Organizer

Google Slides™

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Elementary Text Evidence Writing Prompts:

• Text Based Analysis Writing Prompts

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About to start a science olympiad team at your school? Are you taking over for an already established science olympiad team? This guide will help you stay organized and sane while sponsoring one of the best science school competitions out there! It includes the following sections...

• What is Science Olympiad (SO)?
• What is required of a coach for SO?
• How do I recruit students?
• How do I help students?
• What resources do I need?
• How do I stay organized?
• What is the day of the tournament like?
• When should I be doing what?

Includes links to...

• Student Interest Form (Google form and paper copy)
• Slides on how to help students keep their notes organized
• Numerous resources for a successful Science Olympiad season
• Massive Google Sheets link for staying organized

Coaching Science Olympiad is one of the most exhausting but rewarding academic extracurricular activities. You will see students grow and learn so much and see their love of science and STEM expand! This guide is for new coaches, either those starting their own Science Olympiad program or for those taking over existing programs. I was a Science Olympiad coach for 6 years and am sharing how I was able to stay organized and help students try their best and succeed!

Ditch the Planner Panic! Get Organized & Stylish with our Editable Seasonal Calendar Templates (12 Months!) ️ Perfect for Teachers & Educators! Plan Lessons, Track Events & Stay Ahead of the Game! Download Now & Simplify Your School Year!

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This is a basic lesson plan template that is editable in Google Slides. It includes an overview of the week to show what each day's objective (I Can Statement) and standards are. It also includes a template for each day of the week. This includes a spot for the objective, standards, quick description of the lesson (Introduction, instruction, and small group), differentiation, assessment for the lesson, and a closure/connection to the real world.

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Challenge your students during the Autumn season with this engaging team-building icebreaker activity! Students will use this digital resource to decipher some of the most commonly spoken fall, Halloween, and Thanksgiving-themed phrases shown in a series of picture characters. Some emojis can be combined without the use of words to create a new word or phrase! For example, a pumpkin emoji that is combined with a pie emoji translates to "pumpkin pie."

✨Primary Fall Games Bundle✨

✨Secondary Fall Games Bundle✨

Directions:

• Name the Emoji Phrase is a very loosely structured game so setup will be determined by how you want to play.
• Consider splitting the class into teams and providing a buzzer OR creating 2 lines and having the first 2 players of each line compete against each other.
• The team that guesses the phrase first gets the point.
• The team that has the most points at the end of all the slides is the winner.

What's Included:

30 Emoji picture guessing slides

30 Answer slides (one behind each guessing slide)

Editable templates

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Transform your teaching experience with this Editable Digital Planner in Google Sheets! Designed specifically for teachers, this planner will help you stay organized, streamline your lesson planning, and enhance your productivity—all in one easy-to-use digital format.

PRODUCT FEATURES:

✏️ Fully Editable: Customize every aspect of the planner to fit your unique teaching style and classroom needs.

✏️ Google Sheets Compatibility: Access your planner anytime, anywhere! Perfect for tech-savvy teachers who want to keep their planning accessible across devices and have them saved automatically!

✏️ Comprehensive Sections: Includes daily, weekly, and monthly planning templates, lesson trackers, and a student information section to cover all aspects of your teaching responsibilities.

✏️ User-Friendly Design: Intuitive layout ensures you can find and use all features with ease, making planning stress-free and enjoyable.

✏️ Time-Saving Templates: My pre-designed templates allow you to focus on what really matters—teaching! Spend less time on paperwork and more time engaging with your students.

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WHY CHOOSE THIS DIGITAL PLANNER?

• Boost Efficiency: Say goodbye to scattered notes and cluttered papers! This planner centralizes all your teaching resources, helping you to stay organized and focused.
• Eco-Friendly Option: Reduce paper waste by transitioning to a digital planning system that you can update and reuse year after year.
• Perfect for All Grade Levels: Whether you teach kindergarten or high school, this versatile planner adapts to your specific needs.

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If you're looking for fun Gen-Z reading comprehension passages, questions and activities for ELA as well as an engaging, whole classroom game to keep your early finishers engaged and on task, then you've come to the right place! Perfect for Fun Fridays or for those after testing days too!

You'll get high-interest close reading articles about trending topics, but you won't have to write them! These activity packets will be game-changers in your classroom because they come with ready to go, no-prep, yet FUN lessons your students will actually want to do! Now, you can finally say goodbye to last-minute stressing trying to find fun substitute lesson plans!

►Keep your students engaged and learning - even when you're out- with these 2 fun no-prep resources.

►Boring worksheets begone! This is a must-have bundle for any teacher! Use the fun game as a brain break in your classroom anytime throughout the year:)

WHAT'S INCLUDED....

1. Two Truths and a Lie - Pop Culture Class Game

Looking for something fun to do with your early finishers that's not lame? This Two Truths and a Lie Icebreaker Activity is a no-prep activity that helps to build classroom community at the start of the year...or anytime! This fun whole class game is a stress-free way for your students to get to know their classmates, that build upon their own interests! Topics are geared toward the interests of teenagers, leaning into social media, musical artists, food, fashion and more! You'll see instant engagement as students realize this isn't another boring classroom game. You can also offer small prizes to winners if desired, and you're guaranteed to engage all your students!!

►Use it as an engaging class activity throughout the year! It's the perfect icebreaker for upper elementary, middle and high school!

Simply present a slide with three statements: 2 are true and 1 is a lie! Students guess which statement is the lie. You'll quickly see that students will start opening up as they relax and feel confident to defend their choices.

INCLUDED WITH YOUR PURCHASE:

• Student Instruction Slide
• 25 Activity Slides (Google Slides) with answers
• PDF Version

The presentation includes 25 relatable topics. Such as...

• MrBeast
• Kendrick Lamar
• Taylor Swift
• Elon Musk
• Lebron James
• Netflix
• Taco Bell
• Apple
• Amazon
• Spotify
• ....and so many more!

HOW TO USE IT:

• first day of school get-to-know-you activity
• icebreakers
• brain breaks
• morning meetings
• class parties
• day before/after break
• end of the year

***CHECK OUT THE PREVIEW FOR EACH RESOURCE FOR FULL DETAILS!***

2. Pop Culture Mega BUNDLE

This fun bundle features 8 sets of activities: a total of 48 printable worksheets! Packed with engaging activities, these ready-to-use sets are ready for your sub tub, and designed to ease the burden of substitute teacher planning while keeping students engaged and motivated. Use them any time you don't feel like lesson planning!

WHAT'S INCLUDED…

6-Page Article & Activity Sets - Includes 8 Sets!

Each set includes...

► 1-page pop culture article

► Reading Comprehension - 7 multiple choice questions

► Critical Thinking - 5 short answer questions

► Crossword Puzzle

► Design Page

► Impossible MAZE

HIGH-INTEREST TOPICS FOR TEENS...

⭐️ Crocs

⭐️ Netflix

⭐️ Takis

⭐️ Fortnite

⭐️ MrBeast

⭐️ Air Jordans

⭐️ TikTok

⭐️ OpenAI

This Pop Culture Bundle for High School will make your students WANT to work and stay on task as they read about high-interest trending topics among teens.

You'll get stand-alone resources that are designed to offer a print-and-go sub-plan solution for ELA teachers who don't have time to prep their lessons. These lesson sets will definitely engage even the most reluctant readers, while challenging your more advanced ones.

Students read an original pop culture article and you get lessons that include both reading comprehension and writing. Two fun puzzles are also included, as well as a design page that allows students to get creative and offers differentiation. There's a little bit of everything!

The estimated Lexile measure of these sets range from 900 to 1100.

► I made these creative activities because I needed fun independent work that I could use in my classroom that I knew students would actually LIKE doing!

► Simply print and go! These packets can be used in a multitude of ways! Keep them on hand to use later!

►There is truly no preparation needed, which is why these sets are perfect to leave for:

• fun lessons
• early finishers
• after testing
• group work
• sub plans
• bell ringers
• homework
• test prep
• review
• assessment

HOW TO USE THESE SETS...

Students can complete all six worksheets of each set as part of a sub packet, but if you don't see them for a full block then assign only one page each day you're out (you'll get even more bang for your buck!) This packet has so many uses beyond sub work - use it any time of year for a no-prep, yet FUN learning activity that kids will enjoy doing! All answer keys are included!

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Create an unforgettable end-of-year class party with this user-friendly template, which features three confetti border designs and is compatible with Google Slides™.

Features:

• Compatible with Google Slides™ to easily edit
• Half-sheet letter size (8.5"x5.5")
• Three different designs to choose from, or create a style all your own
• Add the teacher's name, grade, date, time, etc.
• Include a hyperlink or QR code
• All resources use Google Fonts™ and can be downloaded for free from fonts.google.com

Exporting a high-resolution PDF makes printing easy. This allows you to place two designs side-by-side in Google Docs™ or Google Slides™ (set up as landscape, 11"x8.5"). Once printed, simply cut down the center!

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Use these templates to welcome your class, display your schedule, center rotations, objectives and so much more! These SUPERHERO themed slides are so cheerful and welcoming; it can last you all year long! These work great for your GOOGLE Classroom™ if your students are distance learning as well!

These templates can be used in POWERPOINT (version 2003 and newer) and GOOGLE SLIDES™ (a link is included in the download).

Slide Templates Included in this Download:

• 47 google slides
• 20+ are premade with labelled sections and the rest are blank for you to add your own text as you see fit.
• Slides with the text removed so you can add your own text and customize to your liking even more!

PLEASE NOTE

- This is a digital product that you are able to download

immediately after purchase.

- You will need a PDF reader (Adobe Acrobat recommended) to open the file to click on the link and download the file.

Terms of Use:

This download entitles you to a license to use the file for non-commercial, non-profit purposes in one classroom only. You may edit this project for your own needs but you may not share any part of this product without permission.

Test Notice for any subject.

PDF and Google Slides.

Easy to use and notify parents of upcoming tests.

Good for Classroom Management and Parent Communication

Transform your music classroom with our comprehensive Music Classroom Posters Bundle, designed in the soothing and cohesive Acoustic Tones color palette. This bundle is your ultimate solution for decorating and organizing your music room with stylish and educational posters.

Bundle Features:

• Wide Variety: Includes a diverse collection of posters covering key music concepts such as note durations, key signatures, dynamic markings, solfege, choir room rules, and more.
• Educational Value: Each poster serves as an educational tool, helping students grasp fundamental music theory and classroom rules in an engaging manner.
• Sunny Songs Color Palette: Designed to match other items in our shop, ensuring a harmonious and visually appealing atmosphere in your music classroom.
• Versatile Use: Perfect for decorating walls, bulletin boards, or any space where visual aids are needed for music instruction.
• Applicable to All Music Ensembles: While primarily geared toward choir, the bundle includes tools that are beneficial for all music ensembles, fostering a comprehensive music education experience.
• Easy to Print and Use: Ready-to-print files that can be easily laminated for durability and long-term use.

Benefits:

• Simplifies the process of decorating and organizing your music classroom with a cohesive theme.
• Enhances the learning environment with stylish and educational posters that appeal to students.
• Provides comprehensive coverage of essential music theory and classroom rules, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience.
• Saves time and effort in searching for suitable classroom decorations with a curated bundle of cute and functional posters.

Revitalize your music classroom with the Music Classroom Posters Bundle! Download now to create a welcoming and educational space that inspires musical learning and creativity.

Engage your Grade 8 students with our comprehensive teaching slides designed specifically for the Ontario Science & Technology curriculum. These slides cover Lessons 2.1 to 2.6 from the Nelson Science & Technology Perspectives 8 textbook, providing a thorough and interactive approach to learning about systems in action.

Key Features:

• Aligned with the Curriculum: These slides align with the Ontario Science & Technology Perspectives 8 curriculum, ensuring your lessons meet provincial standards.
• Detailed Coverage: Lessons 2.1 to 2.6 are covered in detail, including key concepts such as simple machines, forces, work and energy, mechanical advantage, and investigations.
• Interactive and Engaging: Each slide is designed to be visually appealing and interactive, with clear explanations, diagrams, and images to aid understanding.
• Experiment-Based Learning: Includes detailed instructions for hands-on experiments to help students apply theoretical knowledge to real-world situations.
• Tailored to Classroom Needs: Created to meet the needs of Grade 8 classes, providing a tailored and effective learning experience.

What's Included:

• Slides for Lesson 2.1: Physical Systems - Simple Machines
• Slides for Lesson 2.2: A Closer Look at Forces
• Slides for Lesson 2.3: Mechanical Advantage
• Slides for Lesson 2.4: Mechanical Advantage and Pulleys (Investigation)
• Slides for Lesson 2.5: The Scientific Meaning of Work
• Slides for Lesson 2.6: Less Work or Easier Work? - Investigating Levers

Legal Disclaimer: This resource has been independently created and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or in any way associated with Nelson. The content of these slides has been specifically developed to address the needs of my Grade 8 classes, ensuring a tailored and effective learning experience.

Engage your teachers just like your teachers engage their students!

Engaging professional development is crucial because it captures teachers' attention, making the learning experience more enjoyable and relevant. It ensures active participation, leading to better retention and application of new skills and strategies. By fostering enthusiasm and motivation, engaging sessions contribute to a positive learning culture, ultimately benefiting both teachers and their students.

These professional development presentations are all editable and can be tailored to the needs of your teachers and staff members.

Engaging Students in Math Professional Development (Google Slides Copy

Link)

This innovative professional development template is a great way to get started by teaching teachers how to implement engaging activities during math time with their current curriculum. It is editable to add details about your curriculum, pictures, etc. 

Engaging Stations Professional Development (Canva Copy Link)

As educators, we shifted away from incorporating hands-on resources in the classroom during the onset of COVID-19. Utilizing hands-on materials provides students with a tactile and experiential approach, offering a tangible way for learners to connect with abstract concepts and enhance understanding. Through hands-on engagement, such as manipulating objects or participating in interactive activities, students can more readily comprehend intricate ideas and improve information retention. It's now opportune to revisit and rediscover the hands-on resources available for classroom use or those that may have been overlooked.

Ron Clark 55 Essential Rules Slides (Canva Copy Link)

The daily focus is on one rule at a time, spanning from Rule 1 to Rule 55. You have the option to print a weekly slide to share with parents or use it as a classroom guide. Additionally, you can download the slide as an image for social media sharing or use it on your smartboard for teaching and modeling each week's rule. Each slide features the corresponding Ron Clark rule accompanied by a relevant picture. The editable slides allow customization to align with your school's preferences, including the option to replace pictures with images of your students exemplifying the rule.

Engaging Top Chef Professional Development Template (Canva Copy Link)

This Canva Template Presentation revolves around the "Top Chef" theme, featuring a teach-off challenge for teachers to showcase their expertise in the focused teaching strategy or best practice emphasized in the professional development. Within a specified time frame, teachers will research the topic, create presentations, and present in front of judges, fostering a dynamic and collaborative learning environment. Similar to the show "Top Chef," this format encourages teachers to learn from each other, gaining insights into diverse strategies for classroom implementation.

Number Sense Professional Development Template (Canva Copy Link)

This number sense presentation equips teachers with a variety of instructional strategies and activities to make mathematical concepts more accessible and engaging. This will enhance their ability to tailor teaching methods to diverse learning styles. Teachers can seamlessly integrate number sense concepts into the existing curriculum. 

Behavior Management Professional Development Survivor Theme (Canva Copy Link)

Transform your typical P.D. into an unforgettable journey with a Survivor-themed twist. Engage your educators in challenges that mirror real-life pedagogical scenarios, fostering teamwork and strategic thinking.

Vocabulary PD (Canva Copy Link)

This vocabulary presentation starts with an intriguing icebreaker that gives an “aha” moment.  The PD equips teachers with various instructional strategies and activities to make the concepts more accessible and engaging. This professional development will enhance their ability to tailor teaching methods to diverse learning styles. Teachers can seamlessly integrate vocabulary concepts into the existing curriculum. 

Grant Writing PD (Canva Copy Link)

This comprehensive PD session is designed to:

• Equip teachers with the skills to write successful grants.
• Empower administrators to secure funding through grant applications.
• Guide both new and veteran teachers in creating the classroom of their dreams without personal financial burden.

Introduction to Instructional Coaching (Google Slides Link)

Are you an instructional coach looking for a way to introduce yourself to your teachers and staff? This professional development session is designed to provide role clarity and illustrate how you can support them throughout the school year.

Addition and Subtraction Strategies PD (Canva Copy Link)

This professional development session offers:

• True/False Icebreaker: An engaging activity to help distinguish between effective and ineffective strategies.
• Phases of Learning Math Facts: Insights into the stages students go through, including foundational concepts and derived facts.
• Effective Strategies: Techniques such as quick looks and games to enhance understanding.
• Assessment Ideas: Methods for evaluating student progress.
• Family Engagement: Innovative ways to involve families in the learning process.

Guided Math PD

This comprehensive PD covers essential strategies for successfully implementing guided math in your classrooms. You'll learn the reasoning behind guided math, how to effectively use data to inform instruction, different grouping strategies, what guided math looks like in practice, and a wealth of tips for teachers to implement this best practice effectively.

Welcome your students back to school with these editable back-to-school postcards and gift tags. These cards and gift tag labels are quick and easy to use, making them the perfect way to welcome new students to your classroom and start building relationships right away!

You can choose to hand out these cards during the Meet the Teacher Open House to connect with students, or you can send them in the mail to invite students to the Teacher Meet and Greet or welcome them to your class. There is also a digital option that you could email to students and families as a paperless option.

Choose from 8 different designs, color or black and white printing, and 4 sizing options. Add a personal touch by customizing each card with names using the editable option in PowerPoint or Google Slides.

What's included?

★This PDF includes 8 different card designs, with the following formats available:

• 2 per page foldable cards
• 4 per page postcard size
• 9 per page gift tag label size
• 16 per page gift tag label size

★All cards are included in both color and black & white.

★Link to the Google Slides™ document for sending cards digitally:

• Includes all eight designs
• Instructions for sending
• A slide to type your personalized message

★Editable postcard-sized and gift tag label cards:

• Edit in PowerPoint or link to Google Slides™.
• Text boxes are already inserted for you.
• Simply add a name to the cards and print!
• The options to print 4 per page, 9 per page, and 16 per page are included.
• The color and black & white cards are editable.

Note: The images and text on the designs cannot be edited.

8 Different Cards

★ Bee- "Buzzing with excitement to BEE your teacher!"

★ Watermelon- “This year will be one in a melon.”

★ Llama- “Excited for a LLAMAZING school year!”

★ Cactus- “I can't wait to watch you grow this year!"

★ Dinosaur- “This year is going to be DINO-MITE with you in class!”

★ Astronaut- "This year is going to be out of this world!"

★ Crayon Box- “Here's to a colorful school year!”

★ Turtle- “Looking forward to a TURTLEY awesome school year!”

Printing Options

★ 2 per page foldable card (5.5” x 4.25”)

★ 4 per page 5.5" x 4.25" postcard style

★ 9 per page 3.5” x 3”

★ 16 per page 2.75" x 2.125”

Print these cards easily on your home computer. They are formatted to fit standard 8.5" x 11" paper. For best results, use cardstock or high-quality paper.

Effortlessly cut the cards using the cutting guides.

Ways to use:

1. Meet the Teacher Event Invitations: Send personalized postcards to each student before the school year begins, inviting them and their families to a "Meet the Teacher" event. This allows students to get to know their new teacher in a relaxed and friendly setting.
2. Personalized Message: Leave a blank space on the back of the card for a handwritten note. Take a moment to write a short, encouraging message to each student. Mention how excited you are to have them in your class and share a positive expectation for the upcoming year.
3. Welcome Cards on the First Day of School: Hand out customized cards to students as they enter the classroom on the first day of school. This gesture will instantly make them feel valued and excited about the new academic year.
4. Open House Gift for Students: Distribute these gift tags and cards to students who attend the open house to welcome them to your classroom.
5. Include a classroom photo: Include a photo of your classroom or a group picture from a previous school event on the card. This will give students a glimpse of their future learning environment and the opportunity to see their potential classmates.
6. Add a school essential item: To make the gift even more special, consider attaching a small school essential item to each card. It could be a fun eraser, a colorful pencil, or a cute bookmark. This small addition will add a touch of fun and practicality.
7. Send out after the first week: Customize each card with the student's name and a warm, personalized greeting. Mention something specific about the student's interests or hobbies to show that you already know and care about them.
8. You can distribute the cards by mail, hand them out to students, or use the digital option to email the cards to students.

DIGITAL DOWNLOAD FILE

Upon purchase, you will receive a zip file containing a PDF and PPTX file

PDF includes:

• Table of Contents
• Digital Access to Editable Cards on Google Slides™
• Digital Access to Digital Cards on Google Slides™
• Ready-to-print cards in both color and black and white

PPTX File

• Editable cards in color and black & white.

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⭐ End-of-Year Thank You Cards From Teachers To Students Editable

⭐ Reading Genre Posters | Literacy Word Wall

⭐ BUNDLE Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication & Division Anchor Charts

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By gifting these personalized Back-to-School Cards during the Open House, you are creating a memorable and warm introduction for your students. This simple gesture will help alleviate any anxieties about the new school year and foster a sense of excitement and belonging in your classroom.

Grab these cutie printable back-to-school notes to use as treat bag labels, foldable welcome cards, or postcards to send to students from teachers.

3 Editable Flashcard Templates: Your Classroom's Learning Powerhouse

Transform teaching with our versatile, editable flashcard templates! Designed for maximum flexibility, these templates cater to math, reading, phonics, science, games, and test prep. Customize effortlessly to match any curriculum or learning style.

Key Benefits:

• Save Time: Quickly create engaging flashcards for any subject.
• Boost Engagement: Captivate students with visually appealing designs.
• Differentiate Instruction: Tailor flashcards to individual needs.
• Enhance Learning: Reinforce key concepts through repeated practice.
• Versatile Use: Perfect for centers, homework, or review.

Unlock your classroom's full potential with these essential teaching tools!

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This would be perfect for an AVID class, theater arts, or a speech class! It could even be a fun way to dive into Character Traits in an English class! This is a great way for students to practice their improv skills.

Directions:

• Each slide will have a number and that number represents how many actors will participate in the improv.
• Actors will be given a challenge to act out a different scenario and will decide who plays what role as a team.
• Actors should draw a card to decide which character trait or type they are portraying.
• They must portray the character trait/type as they act out the scenario.
• The student audience will try to guess what kind of character trait/type each actor is portraying

*consider having audience teams and points

What's Included:

• 1 direction slide
• 36 character traits/types/emotions
• 20 whose line is it anyways

Some Character Traits Include:

• Thinks they can read minds
• Addicted to phone
• Always cleaning

Some Scenario Examples:

• Construction workers find buried treasure
• Movie goers won't stop interrupting a movie
• 4 strangers get stuck on an elevator together

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Looking for fun icebreakers and get to know you activities for the first days or week back to school? Well, you found the right place...this classroom bundle will get your students excited to be in school, create relationships, and get them talking and connected! Students are always nervous on the first day and playing games like Four Corners is a fun, stress-free way for them to get to know their classmates, while sharing similarities about themselves! Then, have students complete the fun & relatable activities for teens in the All About Me Brochure, and share with their classmates. Finally, use the Back to School Flip Book to get students thinking about goal setting to ensure they have a successful year!

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►Boring back to school worksheets begone! This is a must-have bundle for any teacher! Use the fun whole classroom game anytime throughout the year:)

WHAT'S INCLUDED....

1. 8th Grade All About Me Brochure

Check out this fun activity that will get your students making connections with their new classmates...with questions that aren't lame!!! Pull these brochures out during Back to School season to get your new batch of kiddos making connections from day one!

This foldable brochure has six sections, each of which offers your students a new activity or chance to express themselves, whether it's circling their likes on the This or That game or thinking up fantastic Two Truths a Lie statements to stump their classmates! Students will also get a kick out of the hidden messages included on each brochure...one reads "GOOD LUCK!" and the other reads "YOU'LL LOVE 8TH GRADE!" In order to decipher the secret message, students simply close one eye and tilt back the image until it's almost flat. Turn it sideways, then look again for the second message!

Features a mix of Get-to-Know-You questions and Ice breakers

• Beginning of year vibes check-in
• Expected "rating" for this school year
• Things you are excited about...
• What you want people to know about you...
• What if you got a do-over for summer...
• Two Truths and a Lie ice breaker
• Create an Acrostic using your name and words that describe you
• This or That activity with a create your own section
• Decipher secret back to school messages (2)

Stay strong teachers...you need a resource like this to get through the chaos that is back to school! This resource requires NO PREP - simply print double-sided! You may also choose to print on colored paper for a nice pop! Have students complete their All About Me brochures then exchange with a classmate to play 2 Truths and a Lie. Alternatively, you can ask for volunteers to answer any of the questions on the brochure or play Two Truth and a Lie with the entire class. You'll quickly see that there is a lot of information jam-packed into a single piece of paper!

2. Back to School Flip Book

This printable is just perfect for setting goals and reflection. It's a great way to ease your students back into the routine of being in school. Get tangible results this year with a quick and easy craft activity kids will enjoy doing!

The new school year is the perfect time to reflect, set goals, and have some fun as students re-adjust to being back in school after a long break with this goal setting flip book. Have students create this flipbook, then let them keep it to track their goals using the action plan they create. Purchase once, and this product can be used year after year! Pull this sheet out as students return from Spring or Winter break as well for an easy and engaging activity. This resource requires NO PREP - simply print and go!

Students will enjoy reflecting on their greatest academic strength, a challenge, and a goal they have to improve in the new year. We all know that a goal is merely a wish without a plan, so students will provide a 3-step action plan to make this goal a reality!!

This flip book can be printed in black and white or on color paper, but it only requires 1 sheet for the entire flip book!

Stay strong teachers...you need a resource like this to make it through the first week! :)

You may be interested in the All About Me Back to School Bulletin Board Set which allows students to get to know each other through designing Crocs, Jordans and Converse! Comes with a banner for quick and easy bulletin board setup!

3. Four Corners Whole Classroom Game

Use this fun whole class activity to get your students up and out of their seats and making connections! You will find a few typical all about me questions, but the majority of the slides are geared toward the interests of teenagers, leaning into social media, musical artists, food, fashion and more! You definitely won't see overused questions like "what's your favorite color?" or "How many siblings do you have?" You'll see instant engagement as students realize this isn't another boring classroom game.

Simply print the four included labels for each corner of your classroom and project one question at a time. Read it aloud, then students should move to the corner that corresponds with their answer choices. You'll quickly see that students will start opening up as they relax and feel confident to defend their choices.

INCLUDED WITH YOUR PURCHASE:

• 50 Questions (Google Slides)

• Includes a Blank Editable Slide

• 4 Printable Classroom Labels

The presentation includes 50 get-to-know-you questions. For example...

• Who do you think would win the rap battle?
• Which music artist do you think has the best live performances?
• If you could collaborate with any fashion brand, which would it be?
• What's your favorite way to spend time online?
• If you could switch lives with any celebrity for a day, who would it be?
• Which fast food restaurant would you want to eat at for the rest of your life?

HOW TO USE IT:

• first day of school get-to-know-you activity
• icebreaker
• brain breaks
• morning meeting
• teach respecting differences

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Each month includes the following:

• 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

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