Henry's Freedom Box FULL DAY of Lesson Activities for Upper Elementary
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Description
This product is everything the busy classroom needs! You'll receive a FULL day of lesson plans based on Henry's Freedom Box by Ellen Levine (a lesson for reading, writing, math, science, social studies, plus a craft/hallway display!).
Update January 2021: This product can now be used digitally with Google Slides™! You must have a Google Classroom™ account to use this feature. You will download a PDF with links and directions for assigning this to your class.
How does this work?
Your download will come with 3 files: student activity sheets, teacher lesson plans, and an informational PowerPoint. Simply print, gather your materials, and GO! No need to look for extra activities, or write out your lesson plans.
Lessons Included:
Reading:
- 4 activity sheets that focus on comprehension, character traits, and sequencing
- The comprehension questions can be used as an informal or formal assessment if you wish! You can preview the comprehension questions as a FREEBIE at this link!
Math:
- 6 activity sheets at varying levels (in the 3-5th grade range). I've provided more than you'll need for one lesson so you can pick which level works best for your class.
- Skills include addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, measurement, money, word problems, and more.
Writing:
- Building on the character traits reading lesson, students will write an opinion piece
- Planning template and 4 versions of writing paper are included
Science:
- Small groups or individuals will complete a STEM activity to build a 3-dimensional North Star
- Included materials are challenge cards, planning sheets, reflection sheets, and voting ballots
- Please note: you will need to provide materials for building the STEM challenge. You can use materials you already have on hand! (For example: construction paper, building blocks, play dough, toothpicks, pipe cleaners, tissue paper, etc.)
Social Studies:
- Underground Railroad informational PowerPoint + scaffolded notes for students
- Use the discussion questions, maps, and pictures to deepen understanding!
- Please note: this powerpoint is also available separately here
Craft:
- Create a class freedom quilt. Display this in the hallway for the rest of the school to see!
Answer Keys are also included!
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