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10 Team-Building Games For A Friendlier Classroom

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Reading Comprehension Strategy Resources

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28 Critical Thinking Question Stems & Response Cards

By TeachThought

Critical thinking isn’t a skill, nor is it content knowledge or even evidence of understanding. While it involves and requires these ideas, critical thinking is also very much a state of mind -- a willingness and tendency to sit with an idea and

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading, Reading Strategies

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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Printables, Task Cards, Centers

$6.00

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10 Team-Building Games For A Friendlier Classroom

By TeachThought

Item Description: 10 Team-Building Games For A Friendlier Classroom10 Team-Building Games for a Friendlier Classroom is a fantastic resource for developing relationships and a positive tone in the classroom.This resource was developed by a teacher

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For All Subject Areas

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th

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Activities, Games

$6.00

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Bloom's Taxonomy (New Edition) Digital Planning Verbs & Cards

By TeachThought

Bloom’s Taxonomy makes the education world go ’round. It works as a framework that not only lays out for teachers the kinds of thinking that we, as humans, tend towards, but also provides a kind of hierarchy that etches out the possible progression

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Critical Thinking, For All Subjects

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool, Staff

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Handouts, Printables, Task Cards

$6.95

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10 Smart Team-Building Games

By TeachThought

The ideal classroom works as a team versus a group, dedicated to individual performance while committed to communicating and working together towards a common goal. Creating that kind of environment requires a camaraderie that empowers students to

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Oral Communication

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6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

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Activities, Games

$3.00

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Sentence Stems To Replace 'I Don't Know' or 'I Can't' (With Bonus Cards!)

By TeachThought

The implication of a question is that the student should have some kind of answer. Although there is value in 'knowing,' there is lasting power in inquiry because it’s a student-centered and self-sustaining process. 'I don’t know,' then, isn’t

Subjects:

Life Skills, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving

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4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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Handouts, Posters, Task Cards

$3.00

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Reading Comprehension - Before Reading Strategies Bundle

By TeachThought

Elevate Your Reading Strategies with Our Comprehensive Teacher Resource!Unlock the full potential of your classroom with our all-in-one teaching toolkit, designed to enhance reading comprehension through a variety of essential skills. Here's what

Subjects:

Reading, Reading Strategies, Close Reading

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th

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Bibliographies, Posters, Interactive Notebooks

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RL.3.1, RL.3.2, RL.3.3, RL.4.1, RL.4.2, RL.4.3, RL.5.1, RL.5.2, RL.5.3, RL.6.1, RL.6.2...

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Self-Guided Non-Fiction Reading Responses

By TeachThought

What's Included: 15 Non-Fiction Reading Response Cards 2 question list pdfs, one with bold keywords The included cards provide questions that encourage critical reading of non-fiction works, with question list variations offered to emphasize

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English Language Arts, Reading, Close Reading

Grades:

9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

Types:

Task Cards, Centers

$2.00

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Reading Comprehension Strategy Resources

By TeachThought

What's included: Reading Comprehension Strategies HandoutReading Comprehension Strategies CardsReading Comprehension Strategies WorksheetReading Comprehension Strategies Worksheet (editable)Reading Comprehension Strategies BookmarkReading

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Balanced Literacy, Close Reading

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4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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Handouts, Centers

$6.00

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$Math Discussion Prompts$

Math Discussion Prompts

By TeachThought

Critical Thinking Toolkit – a dynamic educational resource designed to empower learners with enhanced mathematical problem-solving skills. Elevate your math lessons with a collection of meticulously crafted critical thinking question stems that

Subjects:

Math, Critical Thinking

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Not Grade Specific

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Professional Documents

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MP1, MP2, MP3, MP4, MP5, MP6, MP7, MP8

$6.00

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240 Critical Thinking Literature Discussion Prompts

By TeachThought

**Unlock Deeper Insights with Literature Discussion Prompts!** Enhance your students' critical thinking and analytical skills with our comprehensive collection of literature discussion prompts. This invaluable resource covers a wide range of topics

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading, Literature

Grades:

9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

Types:

Activities, Literature Circles

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RL.11-12.1, RL.11-12.2, RL.11-12.3, RL.11-12.4, RL.11-12.5, RL.11-12.6, RL.11-12.7, RL.11-12.9

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Story Elements

By TeachThought

Unlock the magic of storytelling in your classroom with our comprehensive Story Elements Teaching Kit! Dive into the world of literature with confidence using our engaging materials designed to illuminate the key components that make stories come

Subjects:

English Language Arts

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th

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Printables, Graphic Organizers

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RL.3.3, RL.3.7, RL.4.3, RL.4.5, RL.5.3, RL.5.5, RL.6.3, RL.6.5, RL.7.3, RL.7.5, RL.8.1

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Middle School Literature Discussion Prompts

By TeachThought

Calling all middle school educators! Elevate your fiction literature discussions with our dynamic document designed to engage young minds in meaningful conversations about any book. Introducing our Comprehensive Fiction Literature Discussion

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading, Literature

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th

Types:

Literature Circles

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RL.6.1, RL.6.2, RL.6.3, RL.6.4, RL.6.5, RL.6.6, RL.6.7, RL.6.9, RL.7.1, RL.7.2, RL.7.3...

$10.00

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Reading Comprehension - Preview the Text

By TeachThought

Previewing text can have a positive impact on reading comprehension by providing readers with an overview of the material before they dive into the full text.Key Features:1. Printable Resources: Included are full-page and half-page printouts, making

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading, Reading Strategies

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Graphic Organizers, Posters, Interactive Notebooks

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RL.3.1, RL.3.2, RL.4.1, RL.4.2, RL.5.1, RL.5.2, RL.6.1, RL.6.2, RI.3.1, RI.3.2, RI.4.1...

$2.50

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Self-Guided Fiction Reading Responses

By TeachThought

What's Included:10 Fiction Reading Response Cards2 question list pdfs, one with bold keywordsThe included cards provide questions that encourage critical reading of fiction works, with question list variations offered to emphasize keywords. You can

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading, Close Reading

Grades:

9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

Types:

Literature Circles, Task Cards, Centers

$6.00

Digital Download PDF (4.86 MB)

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Reading Comprehension - Questioning the Text

By TeachThought

Transform your teaching and engage your students like never before with our all-in-one teaching resource.This versatile toolkit is designed to enhance your classroom experience, from customizable printable resources that adapt to your teaching style

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading, Reading Strategies

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Graphic Organizers, Scaffolded Notes, Interactive Notebooks

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RL.3.1, RL.3.5, RL.4.1, RL.4.5, RL.5.1, RL.5.5, RL.6.1, RL.6.5, RI.3.1, RI.4.1, RI.5.1...

$2.50

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Reading Comprehension - Concept Mapping

By TeachThought

Subjects:

Reading, Reading Strategies, Close Reading

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Graphic Organizers, Posters, Interactive Notebooks

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RL.3.1, RL.3.2, RL.4.1, RL.4.2, RL.5.1, RL.5.2, RL.6.1, RL.6.2, RI.3.1, RI.3.2, RI.4.1...

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Reading Comprehension - Activate Prior Knowledge

By TeachThought

Activating prior knowledge is a cognitive strategy that prepares students' minds to comprehend and process new information more effectively. It helps them engage with the text actively, make meaningful connections, and ultimately enhance their

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading, Reading Strategies

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Graphic Organizers, Posters, Interactive Notebooks

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RL.3.1, RL.3.2, RL.4.1, RL.4.2, RL.5.1, RL.5.2, RL.6.1, RL.6.2, RI.3.1, RI.3.2, RI.4.1...

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Reading Comprehension - Set the Purpose

By TeachThought

Setting the purpose for reading is crucial as it provides focus and direction, guiding readers to engage actively with the text. This purpose-driven approach enhances comprehension by encouraging readers to seek specific information, make

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading, Reading Strategies

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Graphic Organizers, Posters, Interactive Notebooks

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RL.3.6, RL.4.6, RL.5.6, RL.6.6, RI.3.6, RI.4.6, RI.5.6, RI.6.6

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Back to School Activies: 'Find somone who...' and more!

By TeachThought

**Back to School Activities Packet: Ignite Connections & Creativity!**Start the school year with a bang using our dynamic Back to School Activities Packet! Packed with engaging resources such as: About Me Posters Find Someone Who Collaborative

Subjects:

Back to School

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Activities

$5.00

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Reading Comprehension - Making Predictions

By TeachThought

Making predictions is important in reading because it engages readers actively with the text, fostering curiosity and anticipation. Predictions stimulate critical thinking and interaction with the material, encouraging readers to formulate

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading, Reading Strategies

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Graphic Organizers, Posters, Interactive Notebooks

CCSS:

RL.3.1, RL.4.1, RL.5.1, RL.6.1, RI.3.1, RI.4.1, RI.5.1, RI.6.1

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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

TeachThought is a recognized global leader in progressive education. Our primary curriculum developer is Terrell Heick, an award-winning teacher certified in ELA 5-12, and experience working with teachers across content areas. Terrell has designed and implemented school literacy and writing plans, has experience as a Literacy Committee Chairperson, and English Department Head, and led professional development for schools and districts nationally.

MY TEACHING STYLE

As TeachThought's primary developer of curricula, Terry's teaching style is a student-centered approach focused on three themes: 1. Critical thinking 2. Personalized and differentiated learning 3. A convergent demand of multiple literacies, including information, writing, reading, digital, and research literacy

HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT

Yet to be added

MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

Bachelor of Arts, English (1998); Master of Arts, Teaching (2006)

ADDITIONAL BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION

Terrell is a well-trained husband and father of four very busy children. Terrell is also Founder and Director of TeachThought, writer for George Lucas Foundation (edutopia). He is also a humanist and futurist interested in social improvement, artificial intelligence, and self-directed learning.