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Preview of My Place in the World Project: "Me on the Map" Geography for Kids

My Place in the World Project: "Me on the Map" Geography for Kids

This hands-on geography project "My Place in the World" has kids create a visual representation of how we fit into the world. Teachers often use it with the kids' geography book "Me on the Map," by Joan Sweeney. Ideal for integrated Social Studies, ELA, Geography, Literacy, and Map Skills.Using a series of nesting circles to show the relative sizes of different geographic places, this simple but effective geography lesson helps kids sort out their relation to one another. This activity includes
Preview of Lunar New Year 2024 | Year of the DRAGON Reading Comprehension | Spring Festival

Lunar New Year 2024 | Year of the DRAGON Reading Comprehension | Spring Festival

Chinese New Year in 2024 starts on Saturday, February 10th!It’s the Year of the DRAGON!Did you know that the Chinese believe that people born in the Year of the DRAGON are strong, tenacious, and ambitious? Do you know what the lucky colors and numbers are for people born during the Year of the DRAGON?Find out more by close-reading interesting text all about the Year of the DRAGON.Create a Cool DRAGON Collage, perfect for a 2024 Year of the DRAGON Bulletin Board!*** This resource has been updated
Preview of The ULTIMATE Beowulf Bundle with Answer Keys, Assessments, and Creative Projects

The ULTIMATE Beowulf Bundle with Answer Keys, Assessments, and Creative Projects

Created by
Bespoke ELA
In this mega Beowulf Bundle, you will find 36 lessons and activities that include thorough answer keys with textual evidence where applicable to take your Beowulf unit to the next level. You will also find creative activities, quizzes, and an EDITABLE multiple-choice test to use at the end of your unit. There are MORE than enough resources here to create an engaging Beowulf unit for your students.This bundle is organized by pre-reading, during reading, and post-reading activities and includes
Preview of Zootopia Movie Guide & Stereotypes Discussion

Zootopia Movie Guide & Stereotypes Discussion

Zootopia is not only a great movie, but also has important ideas about stereotyping and how we treat each other in a diverse society. Thus, it's a perfect film to show students as a springboard to deeper content and thinking. So, I created this product to use in the middle school classroom, based on the film. This product is broken up into three parts: Part 1-Movie guide: students answer questions as they watch the movie, about the plot of the film. Part 2-Critical thinking: Students answer que
Preview of Legend of the Poinsettia by Tomie dePaola Christmas Book Study Activities

Legend of the Poinsettia by Tomie dePaola Christmas Book Study Activities

Engage your learners with this exciting holiday book activity. The Legend of the Poinsettia, as retold by Tomie dePaola, is a delightful book. In this activity, students will learn about legends and the rich Mexican culture. Included in this resource are comprehension questions and skills-based graphic organizers for the book study.IN THIS ACTIVITY...Legend PosterMap of Mexico and Facts (Students list the facts from the Google Site provided)Poinsettia Facts (Information resources from the Google
Preview of First Nations People in Early Canada, Six People Groups: Gr. 3 NEW BC Curriculum

First Nations People in Early Canada, Six People Groups: Gr. 3 NEW BC Curriculum

Learn about the 6 different groups of early First Nations People in Canada according to their geographic location. Learn how the environment influenced food, home, community, travel, trade, government, traditions and celebrations. Graphic organizers help students to sort information visually and compare similarities and differences. A wide range of thinking activities are include throughout.Created for Grade 3 BC's NEW Curriculum.Contents Curricular and Content Competencies AddressedIntroduction
Preview of Family Crest/Coat of Arms -- Directions, Rubric, Shield Templates

Family Crest/Coat of Arms -- Directions, Rubric, Shield Templates

Created by
Gerald's Gems
Includes:* Student Directions (half-sheet), which includes a list of heraldic symbols, animals, colors, and their MEANINGS.* Grading Rubric that has super clear expectations* Analysis Sheet for students to write out a description for their Coat of Arms and each symbol's meaning* 5 different shield shape templates ***Suggestion: Copy the rubric and Analysis Sheet onto the back of the Coat of Arms template before giving it to the students. That way, they can color their Coat of Arms on the front,
Preview of 3/D Tipi, Circle and Welcome Pole Craft, EASY Native American Art Fall Activity

3/D Tipi, Circle and Welcome Pole Craft, EASY Native American Art Fall Activity

This bundle includes 3 Native American themed craft projects made for students using circles (Mandela) cones (3/D tipi), and cylinders (welcome poles) These crafts are a great way to integrate the arts with your Native American curriculum. This is three of my students favorites put together in a money saving bundle! See descriptions for each project, and check out the teacher reviews of individual items! Crafts include a 3/D tipi, mandella, and 3/D welcome pole. Great for Bulletin boards, door
Preview of Reader's Theater: Aztec, Incan, & Mayan Civilization Myths (intermediate)

Reader's Theater: Aztec, Incan, & Mayan Civilization Myths (intermediate)

Created by
JB Creations
Review key elements of the Incan, Mayan, and Aztec ancient civilizations while focusing on differentiation in reading fluency! This reader’s theater set features 3 popular myths/legends from history written on 3 separate reading levels (each with a lexiled reading level) for a total of 9 plays. Each script contains 6-8 parts, making it a perfect activity for centers or leveled guided reading groups with over 20 different characters provided! Modified versions provide support in basic fluency
Preview of The Pedestrian Mini Unit by Ray Bradbury, Lesson Plan

The Pedestrian Mini Unit by Ray Bradbury, Lesson Plan

Created by
Julie Faulkner
In this unit for Bradbury's "The Pedestrian," you will find classroom-tested strategies, activities, and high-order thinking questions. The easy-prep structure of this unit is designed to guide students through the texts, and as they go, the questions and thinking build. The overarching questions are present and addressed in every segment, and the work prepares students for the culminating task. A unit plan such as this one gives the teacher ultimate flexibility in instruction, assessment, and
Preview of Dystopian Literature:  Digital Choice Board Activity

Dystopian Literature: Digital Choice Board Activity

Whether you're studying a classic dystopian novel like Fahrenheit 451, Animal Farm, 1984, ro Brave New World or you're exploring some of the most amazing YA dystopian texts in literature circles, this digital choice board activity will help students gain exposure to 25 different supplementary resources across the categories: stories, poetry, art, books and film, all within the genre of dystopia.This choice board is designed with inquiry-driven learning in mind: the title of the board is an ess
Preview of Spanish Reader's Theater--Caperucita Roja (Little Red Riding Hood)

Spanish Reader's Theater--Caperucita Roja (Little Red Riding Hood)

Created by
Senora Dominguez
Reader's Theater is a great tool for building fluency in reading. As a bilingual educator I have found that Spanish reader's theater is a valuable tool to get Spanish language learners to practice their oral development. Although I have used these scripts in my First grade classroom, they would also work well for secondary Spanish classes. Little Red Riding Hood is easy to follow with its repetitive phrases and familiar storyline. This reader's theater is an excellent way for students who are
Preview of Cajas de cartón: Comprehension and Analysis Questions and Additional Resources

Cajas de cartón: Comprehension and Analysis Questions and Additional Resources

Created by
Contaremos Doce
This packet is designed for heritage Spanish speakers or advanced Spanish students. I used this novel with my first-year Spanish language arts students. They were mixed grades 9 and 10 but none had ever had a Spanish class before. My classes had significant variation in reading and writing proficiency, though all students were fluent listeners and speakers of Spanish. For some, this novel was a breeze while for others, it was quite challenging.I introduced this novel toward the end of the fi
Preview of First Nations in Early Canada, Activities Book: Indigenous People, Grade 3

First Nations in Early Canada, Activities Book: Indigenous People, Grade 3

Engaging activities on First Nations in Early Canada include: read, complete graphic organizers, play with words, critical thinking, crosswords, word search PLUS more. This book of activities was created as a companion to "Early First Nations People of Canada". Use for "fast finishers". The booklet may also stand alone. Grade 3 Social Studies curriculum. Great for differentiated learning. Answer keys provided.Activities Include:examine and interpret tipi designscritical thinking exercise on the
Preview of World Mythology Unit

World Mythology Unit

Created by
A Helping Hand
***Just recently updated as of February 2023 to include new activities, additional contextual videos and articles, and options for quizzes. I also re-formatted the PowerPoints and Word files to make them more visually appealing and user friendly, as well as organized and numbered all folders and activities for ease of use. Zip file includes PowerPoint files, Word documents, and PDFs.Introduction FolderContextual Background Powerpoint with Notes PageIdeas for Introduction Videos and ArticlesInter
Preview of Gothic Literature:  Digital Choice Board Activity

Gothic Literature: Digital Choice Board Activity

Whether you're studying a classic gothic novel like Frankenstein, Jane Eyre, Wuthering Heights, or Dracula or you're exploring some other texts in literature circles, this digital choice board activity will help students gain exposure to 25 different supplementary resources across the categories: stories, poetry, pop culture, books and around the world, all within the genre of gothic fiction.This choice board is designed with inquiry-driven learning in mind: the title of the board is an essent
Preview of Australian Aboriginal Dreamtime Story: How the Birds got their Songs and Colours

Australian Aboriginal Dreamtime Story: How the Birds got their Songs and Colours

This Australian Aboriginal Dreamtime story pack contains 5 fun activities for Kindergarten/Grade 1 students to incorporate ELA and cultural studies with art and drama.1. Dreamtime Story: How the Birds got their Songs and Colors2. Find Words in the Story activity: focusing on 7 words (and, it, was, the, some, birds, color and colors)3. Australia map and animals: coloring activity4. Rainbow Birds art activity with student instruction poster5. Detailed notes for performing this story with your cla
Preview of Trickster Tales Digital Escape Room: Native American Mythology & Archetypes

Trickster Tales Digital Escape Room: Native American Mythology & Archetypes

UPDATED 2023! This trickster tales digital escape room uses stories from Native American mythology and examples of traditional tricksters in pop culture to help students better understand the archetype. This fun digital breakout challenge is full of puzzles, riddles, and games that even the trickiest of tricksters would be proud of. The breakout challenge is completely digital, Google Classroom compatible, and ready to go! The trickster tales are from Native American mythology, but some of the r
Preview of Spanish Reader's Theater-Ricitos de Oro y los Tres Osos (The Three Bears)

Spanish Reader's Theater-Ricitos de Oro y los Tres Osos (The Three Bears)

Created by
Senora Dominguez
Reader's Theater is a great tool for building fluency in reading. As a bilingual educator I have found that Spanish reader's theater is a valuable tool to get Spanish language learners to practice their oral development. Although I have used these scripts in my First grade classroom, they would also work well for secondary Spanish classes. Goldilocks and the Three Bears is easy to follow with its repetitive phrases and familiar storyline. This reader's theater is an excellent way for students
Preview of An Introduction to Folklore - Editable Presentation, Activity, Folktale Quiz

An Introduction to Folklore - Editable Presentation, Activity, Folktale Quiz

Created by
21stCenturyLit
For many reasons, including the popular modern movies that have come to pervade theaters, students LOVE to learn about and read folktales! Why not satisfy the multicultural literature standards by providing students with an opportunity to read what they can so easily connect and relate to? Introduce students to one of their favorite genres with this folklore introductory lesson and engaging presentation that provides relevant discussion opportunities and real-world examples!Looking for a more ve
Preview of Towers Falling by Jewell Parker Rhodes The Story of 9/11 Novel Guide

Towers Falling by Jewell Parker Rhodes The Story of 9/11 Novel Guide

Created by
Mrs Lena
Towers Falling by Jewell Parker Rhodes Novel Guide. Ideal realistic fiction resource that masterfully tells the story of September 11th, the fallen towers and their legacy, which lives on in all of us. History is alive.This pack includes:Chapter-by-chapter reading comprehension questions and answers. Character(s) analysis New VocabularyCause & Effect ChartKLW ChartThemes ActivityEssay TopicExtension ResourcesThis resource is great for: Teaching about American HistoryTeaching about September
Preview of Shakespeare's Macbeth Script Adapted for Middle School Reader's Theatre Drama

Shakespeare's Macbeth Script Adapted for Middle School Reader's Theatre Drama

This Adapted Macbeth Script for Middle School is the perfect introduction to Shakespeare's classic play. Whether you are teaching Macbeth to low ability students, or using it as an easy way in to the original script, this will save you time. In here you'll find an adapted script with no less than 15 bonus Macbeth teaching resources to engage your Middle Schoolers (and up) during this topic. My support* and the notes included serve as a Macbeth teacher guide, so this download supports even first-
Preview of December Celebrations Around the World:  Digital Choice Board Activity

December Celebrations Around the World: Digital Choice Board Activity

December marks a huge variety of holidays around the world and this activity gives you the quick, bell-work, short, supplemental activities that you need for literacy, writing, and critical thinking during the holiday time of year. This digital choice board activity will help students gain exposure to 25 different supplementary resources across the categories: stories, poetry, pop culture, books and traditions around the world, all within the theme of December celebrations.This choice board is
Preview of Games Around the World

Games Around the World

Connect children to their peers around the world through versions of traditional games like tag, hopscotch, tic-tac-toe, and dominoes. This fun and engaging product includes 35 games from 23 different countries* for students to explore and compare all year long. Each game card includes clear instructions to prepare and play the game, its country of origin, and printables when necessary.Also included...a world map for locating the country of the game they will be playinga summary list for the ma
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