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Intro to the Scientific Method for Preschool and Kindrgarten

By Joyful Explorations

This first unit in the "Science Kids" series helps students learn how to be scientists. Every activity in this packet is aligned with one of the five stages of scientific inquiry. This packet supports the Next Generation Science Standards.

The “Science Kids” series is intended to help teachers implement developmentally appropriate, hands-on science activities for children in Preschool, Kindergarten and the early grades. The activities in these packets are based on the scientific method and encourage inquiry-based learning.

The packet includes:

• Color posters of the five stages of scientific inquiry (Click here for free sample)

• Explanation of the stages of scientific inquiry for teachers

• A two-week long, step-by step scientific investigation about balls and wagons

• Printable scientific recording sheets for tracking hypotheses and data

• Discussion guide

• Ideas for sharing student learning

Click to see my entire Science Curriculum

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Electromagnetic Waves and their Applications Unit

By Colleen Burdette

Build mastery in the study of waves:

Students will be engaged in the study of waves from the beginning of this unit with a hands on introductory activity.

Students will have opportunities to practice their skills with an experiment and in depth research project.

The informational text will lead to good class discussions which will lead to success when working on worksheets provided.

Culminating project requires students to explore the ways transmitting waves are used in technology. This project has options for posters, google slides, essays, and oral presentations. This project increases unit rigor.

This products aligns with Indiana Science Standards MS-PS4-1, MS-PS-2, MS-PS-3.


What's included:

  • Table of contents and optional timeline.
  • Introductory pattern activity.
  • Informational text.
  • Anchor charts (black and white and color options).
  • Worksheets with answer keys.
  • Sound wave experiment.
  • Waves and technology project with rubrics.
  • Review sheet.
  • Link to editable review sheet.
  • Link to Google Sheet review activity.
  • Unit test and answer key.
  • Link to editable test and answer key.

How is this product useful:

  • Easy prep for teacher.
  • Engaging activities for students.
  • Worksheet questions lead to deeper level thinking.
  • Easy to follow plans.
  • Final project adds rigor.
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Food Allergy Awareness Education BOOM CARDS™ for Elementary Back to School

By Teaching Dinos

This 92 BOOM Card™ deck with full audio on Food Allergies, is a 2 part deck that consists of both a presentation and a question and activity section. Students will learn about the top 8 food allergens, reactions, and how to keep their friends safe. Use it as a whole class activity, or use in your distance learning and hybrid school models. Enjoy this no-prep, self-grading, important awareness education that you can use year after year! BOOM Cards™ would be great on a laptop, desktop, Chromebook, tablet, or any other mobile device that can access the internet. They can even be used on your Smart Board!

15% of all food allergic children have had a reaction in school. Over 40% of food allergic children have experienced a severe reaction. Children with food allergies NEED the help of their classmates and teacher if they experience a food allergic reaction!

Help educate your students on this important and necessary topic. It’s an important step towards awareness, acceptance of food allergic students, and helping aid in keeping students safe so they can have the opportunity to learn the best they are able, without fear of their own safety.

This BOOM Deck (92 cards) contains:

Presentation: In an engaging audio narrated presentation featuring a silly duck, named Quackers, students will become educated on what food allergies are, the top 8 allergens, signs of a reaction and what classmates can do if a reaction occurs, how to be a good friend to someone with food allergies, and ways to keep their food allergic friends safe. This is just under 10 minutes long and includes a song to help students remember allergens and ways to help keep food allergic students safe.

Questions & Feedback: In this portion, students will answer questions on food allergies by clicking on the correct answers. Each question also contains full audio, as well as instant feedback for each answer.

⚠️⚠️If you are looking for a more comprehensive Food Allergy Unit, please see my full unit which contains the same presentation through Google Slides with PDF option, Google Digital activities (similar to these, with some differences), poster, signs, tags for your classroom, printable worksheet activities, and a teacher information packet. See the Full Food Allergy Unit, a one-stop shop for all your food allergy needs, HERE: Food Allergy Unit. ⚠️⚠️

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Fire Safety Week Bundle, Pre School Lesson Plans, Ga Pre-K, Fire Safety Week

By Katelyn Schneider

Fire Safety Week just got a lot easier. This Fire Safety Bundle Pack is your one-stop shop for pre-made Lesson Plans (centered around preschool, and kindergarten and tailored to GA Pre-K), Small Group Plans, and Activities that can be used for morning work, independent work, or small groups.

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Leadership Unit | Eight 75-Minute Lessons | Grades 7-9 | Lesson Plans & Slides

By TooBookedUp

Engage the leaders in your classroom by empowering them to make change! Elevate your students' leadership skills with this comprehensive 8-day unit designed for grades 7, 8, and 9. Each 75-minute lesson is meticulously crafted to engage and inspire, providing a robust framework for developing essential leadership qualities. Perfect for middle and early high school students, this unit integrates a variety of interactive and thought-provoking activities.

What’s Included:

✔️ 8-Day Unit of 75-Minute Lessons: Structured and detailed, covering all essential aspects of leadership including communication and team building.

✔️ Comprehensive Lesson Plans: Step-by-step instructions for each day, ensuring smooth and effective delivery.

✔️ Engaging Slides: Visually appealing and informative slides for each lesson to enhance learning and retention using Canva.

Engaging Strategies:

✔️ Discourse: Foster meaningful conversations and critical thinking through structured discussions.

✔️ Writing: Develop students’ reflective and analytical writing skills with targeted prompts and activities.

✔️ Reading & Annotating: Enhance comprehension and critical thinking with guided reading and annotation exercises.

✔️ Research: Teach students how to gather, analyze, and interpret data effectively. ✔️ Data Collection & Analysis: Practical exercises to help students understand and apply data-driven decision-making.

✔️ Presentation Building: Step-by-step guidance on creating impactful presentations using Google Slides or Canva.

✔️ Peer Feedback: Encourage constructive criticism and collaborative improvement with structured feedback sessions.

Perfect For:

  • Grades 7, 8, and 9: Tailored to meet the developmental and educational needs of middle and early high school students.
  • Project-Based Learning: Integrates seamlessly into PBL frameworks, promoting hands-on and experiential learning.
  • Leadership Development: Ideal for leadership courses, advisory periods, or any class focused on personal growth and community involvement.

Bring leadership to life in your classroom with this dynamic and interactive unit. Prepare your students to guide, influence, and inspire others with confidence and integrity. Purchase now and transform your students into the leaders of tomorrow!

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Fractions Unit | Review/Guide Notes

By Nardine Mettry

Nine pages of notes covering everything your 4th graders need to know about fractions.

What's Covered?

  1. Equivalent Fractions: By multiplying & dividing.
  2. Simplifying Fractions: Needs to be simplified vs already simplified.
  3. Compare Fractions: Same numerator, same denominator, different numerators & denominators.
  4. Order Fractions: In 3 steps.
  5. Adding & Subtracting Fractions
  6. Rename Fractions & Mixed Numbers: Converting mixed numbers to improper fractions and improper fractions to mixed numbers.
  7. Adding & Subtracting Mixed Numbers
  8. Multiply Fractions by Whole Numbers
  9. Multiply Mixed Numbers by Whole Numbers
  10. Relate Fractions & Decimals: Fractions to decimals & Decimals to fractions.

Fractions BUNDLE: PowerPoints, Practice, Games, Anchor Charts

Equivalent Fractions BUNDLE: PowerPoint, Worksheets, Games

Fractions PowerPoints BUNDLE

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Equivalent Fractions Puzzle Activity

Equivalent Fractions Maze Worksheet: FREEBIE

Equivalent Fractions Sort Activity

Simplifying Fractions Anchor Chart

Dice Fractions Game

Thanksgiving Fractions: Find the Missing Numerator + Shade Fractions


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Winter Unit Study | Winter Forest Unit Study | Winter Animals | K - 3

By Jennifer Arnold

Winter Unit Study for classroom or homeschool. Recommended for grades K-3. 55 pages of fun, interactive winter activities.

What's Included:

Winter Weather: Delve into the science behind the winter season, understanding the elements that make it unique and essential.

Animals & Winter:

Animals that Hibernate: Discover the fascinating world of animals that hibernate during the cold winter months.

Animals that Migrate: Learn about the various creatures that seek warmer climates when winter arrives.

Winter Holidays: Explore diverse winter holidays celebrated around the world, and understand their history, significance, and traditions.

Educational Materials:

Winter-Themed Worksheets: Engaging worksheets that reinforce learning and help review key concepts.

Discussion Questions: Thought-provoking questions to encourage critical thinking and discussion.

Project and Activity Prompts: Fun and educational project and activity ideas to further explore winter topics.

Winter Recipes: Get cozy with delectable winter recipes, perfect for enjoying together as a family.

Hands-On Learning:

Winter Science Activities: Exciting science experiments and activities centered around winter themes.

Winter Field Trip Ideas and Journal: Inspiring ideas for winter field trips and a journal section to record your adventures and observations.

Benefits:

Flexible Learning: Suitable for various ages and adaptable to different learning styles.

Convenient Format: Easy to download and print at home. Access your unit study anytime, anywhere.

Engaging & Fun: Keep your children engaged with interactive and enjoyable activities.

Holistic Approach: Designed for a well-rounded exploration of winter, encompassing various subjects and areas of learning.

How It Works:

Upon purchase, you will receive a link to download the printable Winter Unit Study in PDF format. You can print it out as many times as you need for personal use.

You will receive 1 file with a link to access your unit study.

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This is a digital product. No physical product will be shipped.

Ignite the spark of learning this winter with this delightful and comprehensive unit study. Grab your copy now and embark on a wonderful winter educational adventure with your family!

Embark on a winter wonderland of learning and exploration now! ❄️

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This file is for personal use only and may not be reproduced or sold commercially.

I don't accept returns, exchanges, or cancellations. But please contact me if you have any problems with your order.

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Mary and Joseph Angel Bible Lesson Nativity Craft Game Christmas Sunday School

By Kaylor Creations

Ignite the Wonder of the First Christmas with Mary and Joseph!
Introduce kids to the beginnings of the Nativity story with this engaging Bible lesson and activity pack. Your children will explore the story of Mary, Joseph, and their journey to Bethlehem through a captivating lesson book, fun game, hands-on craft, and no-prep printables.

This is a PERFECT Christmas resource for:

  • Sunday School Teachers – Bible lesson and activities
  • Homeschool Parents – Morning basket enrichment
  • Christian School Teachers – Bible lessons and Christmas-themed activities

What's Included (53 pages total):---->

✨Bible Lesson Book (Teacher Edition)
This full-sized, large-print lesson book is perfect for read-alouds. It takes students through:

  • The angel's visit to Mary
  • Mary's song of praise
  • Joseph’s response and his dream
  • Mary’s visit to Elizabeth
  • Mary and Joseph’s journey to Bethlehem
  • Emphasizing the key message: "With God, all things are possible!"

✨Extras for the Lesson:

  • Prayer: A sweet prayer to say with your little ones.
  • Discussion Questions: Thought-provoking questions to reinforce understanding.
  • Original Song: A simple, easy-to-sing song set to a familiar tune to help children remember the lesson.

✨Mini Bible Lesson Book (Student Edition)
A simplified version of the lesson in black and white, ideal for take-home or small group activities.

✨No-Prep Printables (Mary and Joseph Theme):--->

  • 3 coloring sheets with Bible verses
  • "Write the Verse" tracing activity
  • Word search with words from the lesson
  • Cut & Paste: Identify character traits
  • Maze: Lead the angel to Mary
  • Phonics: Practice beginning sounds of key characters
  • Math activities: Learn about the number 9 (for the 9 months Mary carried Jesus) and counting objects from the story
  • Writing Prompts: Reflect on the lesson with two prompts in four formats

✨The Miracle Told Board Game
A fun, interactive game where students answer questions and match characters to move through the board, reinforcing key moments from the lesson.

✨3D Ornament Craft
Create a 3D ornament featuring Mary, Joseph, the angel, and baby Jesus. Includes both black-and-white versions for coloring and pre-colored printouts.

✨Original Song Poster
A decorated poster with the lyrics of the original song, perfect for teaching or classroom décor.

✨Music Playlist
Links to kid-friendly Christian music, worship songs, and hymns about Mary, Joseph, and the message that "With God, all things are possible!" Use the playlist for worship time, sing-alongs, or background music while learning.

Note: This is Part 1 of the Christmas story. Be sure to check out the full Christmas Story Bundle for all lessons!

⭐No Fluff, Just Bible Truths!
I’m committed to providing Bible stories told in a simple, child-friendly way, with no unnecessary fillers—just pure Biblical truths. Watch your little ones grow in their faith and excitement for God's Word!

Thank you and Happy Teaching!

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This resource one of the lessons in my series called: Bible Lessons for Littles! Each packet teaches the Bible Lesson through Reading, Writing, Playing, Creating and Singing! They are well thought out in hopes that you will begin to see the light bulbs go off as littles begin understanding the Bible and grow in their faith & love for God. You can buy ALL of the lessons (and get all future resources for FREE!) for a discount of over 30 % off by downloading the Bible Lessons For Littles Mega Growing Bundle!

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South American Geography: TIC TAC TOE: Show Us What You Know!

By Geography & Math Made Easy

Need a lesson that will get your students involved in their learning? One you can implement as an individual assignment or a cooperative learning project? This 3-day (50-minute class periods) mini-unit will allow your students to explore not only the physical characteristics of South America but also the economic, political, historical, and cultural aspects.

Includes an introductory game, student instruction/activity sheet, thorough teacher instructions, reproducible, and a wrap-up learning game.

Why so many game? Students should have fun learning. This assignment will keep your students on their toes, having fun and learning at the same time.

Incorporates high-level thinking skills. The only way to learn this skill is to do it, so don't be afraid to challenge your students!

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One purchase is for the use of one teacher. If additional teachers would like to use this product, please purchase additional licenses.

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Kindergarten Science NGSS The Effect of Sunlight on the Earth's Surface

By Science and STEAM Team

Do you need a science curriculum that is aligned to the NGSS?

  • This kindergarten earth science unit fits the bill!. We have researched each standard, so nothing goes untaught.

  • It comes with:

- 5 detailed lessons, so you can reclaim your nights and weekends.

Lesson #1 Introduction to the Sun

Lesson #2 Introduction to the Earth's Surfaces

Lesson #3 Earth's Materials Outside

Lesson #4 What Effect does the Sun Have on Earth's Materials

Lesson #5 Building a Shelter

Included within the unit are:

-The Standards and Materials needed page (all inexpensive, practical suggestions)

-Essential Vocabulary Cards

-Engineering and Design Process Posters

-Student Friendly Activities and Experiments

-Suggestions for Books to Read

-Suggestions for YouTube Videos

-Student Recording sheets

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Check out Kindergarten Science: The Effect of Sunlight on the Earth's Surface Worksheets in Spanish.

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Shopping Math Create a Grocery List Project Based Learning Math

By Kyla McHenry

This product is a 10 day project based learning experience focused on addition, subtraction, real-world problem solving, and word problems. This is a great way to help your students get to know each other better by working in small groups and give them the opportunity to practice using their skills with real world applications.

This unit includes:

  • 10 day Unit Plan for instructor
  • Instructors manual outlining the activities for each day
  • Student Workbook
  • PowerPoint Presentation to accompany daily lessons
  • PowerPoint Game to review learning at end of unit

This project is a great way to give students the opportunity to work together and practice skills students will use in the real world, such as creating a list, using simple mental math, and creating a budget!

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Graphic Scores Unit

By MsNerdWood

Looking for a way to have some fun while learning music? Look no further. This Graphic Scores Unit will have your students exploring how to represent sound using graphics and composing in no time! There are 3 main lessons included in this unit, however, the last lesson will likely take 6-8 lessons to put together and perform. This unit is one I have used with my own students so I know how much fun they have with it! The great thing with graphic scores is you don't really need any instruments to compose which makes this unit even better if you're teaching music on a cart or have limited resources available.

Overview:

This graphic score short unit exposes students to what a graphic score is. They get to represent sound using graphics and compose their own graphic score using found sounds. Students will learn how sound and music can be represented using graphics. They will practice representing a short piece of music through graphics. After, they will represent common soundscapes using their own graphics and will then create their own graphic score to perform. I created this in Google Docs/Slides so that you can customize this unit to your own unique needs.

Learning Goals:

  • We are learning how to represent sounds and music using non-traditional notation.
  • We are learning to compose a piece of music using found sounds and represent our sound using graphics.

Success Criteria:

  • I can represent sound using graphics.
  • I can compose a piece of music with a group and perform it using my score.

What’s Included:

  • Lesson Plans and Ideas
  • Google Slides Lesson on Graphic Scores (including original composition to practice creating graphic scores)
  • Graphic organizer for students with fill in the blanks about graphic scores
  • Graphic organizer for students to represent original composition as a graphic score
  • Graphic organizer for students to represent soundscapes using graphics
  • Graphic score for students to create their own graphic scores
  • Rubrics to mark graphic score assignments
  • 3 Stars and a Wish for peer feedback
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Expository Writing Lesson Plans | How to Write an Analytical Essay: Hook, Thesis, Body Paragraph, & More

By Rigorous Resources for High School English

This 25-page EDITABLE writing curriculum has everything you'll need to help your students write high-quality analytical papers on any literary text. This unit was originally designed for high school English teachers who want to help students improve their analytical writing. But teachers across other disciplines report that it has helped them to deliver clear and informative lessons on how to write high-quality expository essays.

Here are some highlights from this 25-page unit on analytical/expository writing:

The Writing Process (Handout #1): This handout offers several tips about how to choose a topic for an analytical paper on literature. Encourage your students to use the writing process as an opportunity to deepen their knowledge about the text. (4 pages)

The Intro Paragraph: Hook & Thesis (Handout #2): In the first page of this handout, students learn to identify and formulate the interpretive questions which they will hope to answer or solve while writing their papers. The challenge of "problem construction" will present most high school students with the opportunity to develop a new and exciting skill — one that will serve them well in college and beyond. In the second and third pages of this handout, students learn to write thesis statements that balance complexity with clarity. They learn to use grammatical subordination in order to generate a main claim that is sufficiently complex to anchor an entire paper. (4 pages)

Body Paragraphs: Evidence & Analysis (Handout #3): In this handout, students learn about how "evidence" in the humanities differs from evidence in the sciences. Because evidence in the humanities is rarely factual or indisputable, student writers will always need to frame, unpack, and analyze their evidence. This handout offers several suggestions about how, as it were, to "make the evidence speak." It also offers strategies for how to organize evidence into a series of body paragraphs that build upon one another in a logical and compelling manner. (2 pages)

Topic Sentences / Transitional Sentences (Handout #4): This handout offers advice about how students can use transitional expressions to clarify the logical connections between the claims in each of their topic sentences. It includes a list of different types of transitional expressions along with several examples. (2 pages)

Precepts for Effective Prose (Handout #5): This handout features about a dozen precepts or "rules of thumb" that students should follow when writing academic papers. The handout contains brief paragraphs on each of the following topics: Avoid plot summary; Always use the present tense; Minimize intensifiers; Alternatives to writing "It says"!! (2 pages)

Sample Introductory Paragraphs: Look at six introductory paragraphs from articles published by literary scholars in academic journals over the last decade. Invite students to reflect on what they find to be particularly effective — or ineffective —about each introductory paragraph. How does each writer hook the reader's interest? How do they construct an interpretive problem? How do they generate a complex thesis statement? (6 pages)

• Paper Outline Template: Invite students to use this template when generating the outlines for their analytical papers. (3 pages)

Rubric: Use this rubric to evaluate the analytical papers that your students write in response to any literary text. (1 page)

The entire writing unit will come to you in two different formats: Word doc *and* PDF. Because the Word doc is editable, you'll be able to customize the materials to suit your teaching style and/or your students' skill levels — year after year! If you don't have Microsoft Word, you'll still be able to access the entire unit as a PDF file, which is easy to navigate and quick to print!

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Poetry Mini Unit Packet

By Fortunate in Fifth Grade

This mini-poetry unit includes 7 types of poetry, information pages, examples, and student draft pages. Poetry is a great way to improve critical thinking and interpretation skills all while allowing students to explore complex emotions and ideas in a creative and meaningful way.

Poems Included:

  • Bio
  • Concrete
  • 5 - W's
  • Quatrain
  • Cinquain
  • Diamonte
  • Haiku
  • Limerick

Use this poetry packet for a week in April which is National Poetry Month. You can print in color or black and white. Great insert for writing binders, create a slide deck for students to use as their final product, or just use the included pages for some exposure to different types of poetry.

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The Tell Tale Heart | PPT Guide | 8 Activities | Fiction Skills

By Blooming Through High School

DEEP DIVE into literature with Edgar Allan Poe's "The Tell Tale Heart"

Perfect for Horror/Gothic Literature units in English

8 activities focusing on skills for fiction with this masterful text. Students will have the opportunity to practice comprehension, questioning the text, engage in class discussions, and respond.

What's Included:

  1. Powerpoint Guide for each activity
  2. Pre-reading activity to activate prior knowledge
  3. Two Word Documents that allow students to form questions while reading, or make their own annotations (with the abridged text)
  4. A guide to facilitate class discussions after reading
  5. Summarizing activity and questions
  6. Examining Story Elements page with plot diagram
  7. Analyzing Characters practice
  8. Inferencing
  9. Constructed Responses

**All documents are in Word with a PDF - Also translated for Spanish speaking students - Answer Keys included (including sample responses for the constructed response)**

Depth not Breadth

The benefits of 'depth not breadth' are seen in many scholarly journals. When teachers & students spend more time with a text, they have more opportunities to interact and respond to literature.

  • Deep Understanding: When students delve deeply into a text, they gain a thorough understanding of its themes, characters, and nuances. This deep engagement allows them to appreciate the complexities of literature, fostering a richer and more meaningful reading experience.
  • Critical Thinking: Depth encourages critical thinking. Students learn to analyze, interpret, and evaluate texts, which enhances their ability to think critically about what they read. This skill is crucial not only for academic success but also for making informed decisions in everyday life.
  • Skill Development: Engaging deeply with a few texts helps students develop essential literacy skills, such as close reading, analytical writing, and evidence-based argumentation. These skills are foundational for success in higher education and beyond.
  • Connection and Retention: Students are more likely to form connections with the material and retain information when they study it in depth. This approach allows them to see the interconnectedness of themes and ideas, making the learning experience more cohesive and memorable.
  • Personal Engagement: When students spend more time on a text, they have the opportunity to relate personally to the material, fostering a greater sense of engagement and motivation. Personal connections to literature can inspire a lifelong love of reading.
  • Addressing Complexity: Many literary works are complex and require time to unpack fully. By focusing on depth, students can explore these complexities, enhancing their understanding and appreciation of literature's multifaceted nature.
  • Application of Concepts: A deep dive into a text allows students to apply literary concepts and theories in a meaningful way. They can practice applying various analytical lenses, which deepens their understanding and prepares them for more advanced literary study.
  • Quality Over Quantity: The quality of learning is often more important than the quantity. By focusing on a few key texts, teachers can ensure that students are engaging with high-quality literature and getting the most out of their reading experience.
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FRENCH MATHS | SANS CAHIER/PAPERLESS | DÉCIMAUX | DECIMALS | NUMBER SENSE

By French Made Fun!

Enseigner sans papier et sans cahier avec moi!

Ce document contient tout ce dont vous avez besoin pour enseigner complètement, facilement et efficacement les nombres décimaux.

80 diapositives de contenu vous guideront dans votre enseignement, donneront à vos élèves des opportunités de discuter, partager, travailler en dyade et en autonomie pour prouver leur compréhension.

Je couvre en profondeur:

  • situations authentiques pour les nombres décimaux (monnaie, mesure)
  • valeur de position
  • valeur de position (partitionnement)
  • zéros de fin et zéros de tête
  • lire, dire et écrire les nombres décimaux
  • nombres décimaux sur les droites numériques
  • comparer des nombres décimaux
  • représentant des nombres décimaux dans des grilles de centièmes et de millièmes

Inclus:

  • 3 mini-jeux de style jeu télévisé pour tester leur compréhension

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Night by Elie Wiesel Imagery Unit: tracking sheet, paragraph analysis, test

By The Red-Haired Reader

When I read Night with my students, our focus is how imagery contributes to the author’s purpose of examining how cruelty fuels dehumanization. This product gives you everything you need to track the imagery, check for understanding with 2 paragraph response prompts, and a final test. I’ve included many examples you can refer to as exemplars for the tracking chart, sample paragraph responses, and the Essential Question that you can hang on your board. The final test includes 10 rigorous multiple choice questions that require students to analyze Wiesel's imagery, as well as a final paragraph response question. A thorough answer key for the test is included as well.

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"Climate Change & Energy Usage" Inquiry-Based Grade 5-7 Unit Plan

By Mark Holmes

Welcome to "Climate Change and Energy Usage" unit plan - a comprehensive 6-week unit designed for Grade 6 students. This carefully crafted unit aligns with the Alberta Grade 6 outcomes and focusses mostly on inquiry learning, offering an in-depth exploration of the complex relationships between energy usage, climate patterns, and ongoing climate change. This also covers many NGSS, TEKS and Virginia standards.

This unit engages students in a journey of discovery, encouraging them to investigate how historical energy use has influenced climate patterns, examine societal and economic factors behind energy choices, and explore climate change mitigation strategies. Through a blend of research, hands-on activities, and project-based learning, students will develop a deep understanding of climate change causes and impacts.

Key features of this unit include:

  • Alignment with Alberta Grade 6 outcomes with an inquiry framework
  • Integration of scientific data with traditional knowledge
  • Exploration of extreme weather events and their connection to climate change
  • Investigation of climate change impacts on ecosystems, agriculture, and human communities
  • Study of various energy sources and factors influencing energy resource selection
  • Development of critical thinking, research, and communication skills
  • Culminating project with multiple options for student choice

By the end of this unit, your students will have developed a holistic understanding of climate change issues, explored potential solutions, and reflected on their role in creating a sustainable future. This unit not only meets curriculum requirements but also empowers students to become active participants in addressing one of the most pressing challenges of our time.

Equip your students with the knowledge and skills they need to understand and act on climate change. Download this comprehensive unit today and inspire the next generation of environmental stewards!

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Gingerbread Preschool Lesson Plans

By Jennifer Connett

This preschool gingerbread unit will give preschoolers a fun and engaging way to learn with gingerbread. These gingerbread preschool lesson plans contain a variety of activities that cover the alphabet, beginning sounds, preschool math skills, art, and so much more!

What is Included:

  • There is a lesson overview that lists the activities with the subject or skill area the activity falls in.
  • Art and Crafts Activities: There are instructions for creating a gingerbread house out of a paper bag, a decorating a gingerbread craft, as well as a dot painting activity.
  • Math Activities: Students will practice counting to 10, ordering by size, and identifying shapes.
  • Language Activities: The activities in this section include sorting capital and lowercase letters, a gingerbread journal page, and a beginning sounds activity. There is also a set of story sequency cards to be used with a gingerbread man story.
  • Handwriting Activities: There are tracing lines activities as well as worksheets for practicing the correct letter formation of both the capital and lowercase letters.
  • Fine Motor Activities: The activities in this section include playdough mats for decorating a gingerbread man. There are also activities for building gingerbread themed items with counting cubes.
  • Games and Indoor Recess Ideas: There are two gingerbread game ideas for students to play indoors. Students are also able to play a pocket chart game that practices letter recognition.
  • Snacks and Cooking Ideas: This section includes two gingerbread snack ideas.
  • Sensory Bin Activities: This section a sensory bin idea for students to decorate a gingerbread man.
  • Science Activities: Students will be able to label a gingerbread man, as well as complete a sequencing activity on how to make gingerbread cookies.
  • Social Emotional Activities: Students will have access to gingerbread emotion cards and a blank gingerbread template to use playdough to create a feelings face on the gingerbread man to match their card.
  • Dramatic Play: This section includes ideas on how to set up your dramatic play area with a gingerbread house as well as some art templates for students to create the candy decorations for the gingerbread house.
  • Circle Time Posters: This section includes posters to use during circle time that focus on the letter counting, relevant colors, and shapes.
  • The final page includes suggestions for more activities if you need more on a particular skill or subject.

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This gingerbread themed preschool unit is designed to be used during a Christmas or winter themed week. This packet serves as a review packet for previously learned letters and sounds, as well as colors, shapes and numbers to 10.

There is a mixture of no prep and low prep activities on a variety of skills and subjects. This allows teachers to be flexible and use only the activities that the teacher desires to complete. The activities in this packet can be completed in any order.

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Editable Teacher Binder l Pastel Smiley l 2024-2025 l Printable l Back to School

By Miss Molly's Preschool Minis

Get organized this school year and create the ultimate teacher binder!

This cute, pastel smiley themed, teacher binder has it all… from a variety of covers, lesson plan templates, to-do lists and so much more!

What’s Included:

- Covers (editable options)

- Binder Dividers (editable)

- Birthday Chart (editable)

- 24-25 Calendar (editable)

- Centers Planning Templates (editable)

- Class list (editable)

- Daily Schedule (editable)

- Large Group Planning Template (editable)

- Lesson Planning Pages (editable—large variety of layouts)

- Meeting Notes (editable)

- Notes Page (editable)

- Passwords Page (editable)

- Professional Development Log (editable)

- To Do List (editable)

Bonus Item!!

- I have also included the Pastel Smiley Clip Art. Using these adorable smiley faces, you can create new pages for your binder, specific to your needs, use them to decorate your classroom, or as classroom management incentives. The possibilities are endless!

Editable Resources:

- All editable resources will need to be edited in PowerPoint.

Ready to Print Resources:

- Ready to Print resources are in PDF format.

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