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Kindergarten critical thinking physical science research
Genius Hour
Genius Hour Template for Elementary - This Genius Hour (Passion Project) is designed especially for primary grades and beginners. These Genius Hour templates are simple enough for beginning readers and most pages can be adapted for even non-readers by completing the pages with drawings. You can implement Genius Hour with even the youngest learners with the help of this resource. These pages would also work to implement Genius Hour for Special needs students. This Genius Hour Plan is designed
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K - 2nd
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Project Based Learning - Animals in Winter | PBL | plans | rubric | assessment
Animals in winter is a perfect resource for project-based learning. Let your students explore the wonders of how animals use different strategies to survive changes in their environment.This project based learning unit focuses on the animals chosen by the students, two animals that hibernate (bear and hedgehog), two animals that migrate (monarch butterfly and duck), and two animals that adapt (rabbit and deer) during the season of winter. This PBL was “piloted” on a preK class and they had a GRE
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PreK - K
My Amazing Heart Science Research, Health & Literacy All-in-One
The perfect addition to your Valentines Day party, an interactive health or science lesson... or any time! Walk students through one section of the worksheet at a a time. They get to flex their writing & literacy skills as they fill in some blanks, learn lots and even do a hand-on (NO prep!) experiment!They’ll learn all kinds of fun facts about the human heart like:• How many times a day their heart beats• How big their heart is, how much it weighs, and where it is• How to keep their heart h
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K - 2nd
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Apples: An Inquiry Based Unit of Study
Increase student engagement and deepen understanding!
Do you want your students to explore, investigate, research, study, and pursue topics based on curiosity to increase their understanding of the world?
This Apples: Inquiry Based Unit of Study will help you do create a more engaged, self motivated, and collaborative group of little learners. Go beyond the “cute” apple activities and delve into answering the questions that students really are interested in. Students will work collaborativel
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PreK - 2nd
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Animal Research and Habitat Diorama Project
Are you having your students research an animal, but having trouble finding an appropriate research template? This resource was created with primary students in mind. The project includes a Research Book and diorama instructions that may be used for any animal. Students may pick their own animal or teacher may assign it. Each page of the Research Book includes a sentence starter or fill-in-the-blanks for students to record information. Students also illustrate each page. The research topic
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K - 2nd
IB PYP Picture Analysis Provocation Pack for Lower Grades
This ready-made bumper pack of concept-based provocation materials for IB PYP earlier years will save you a ton of time and have instant high engagement PYP teaching tools ready to go! No more hunting the internet for suitable images! This resource brings OVER 50 high engagement images, some with 3D and animation, for each IB PYP transdisciplinary theme, covering many of the related concepts. * SUPPORTS A CONCEPT-BASED APPROACH TO STUDENT-LED INQUIRY*The art of the provocation in any inquiry bas
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K - 2nd
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Moon ~ Mr. Moon, Are You Shrinking?
Moon ~ Mr. Moon, Are You Shrinking?* NEW PAGES ADDED!!This Moon Common Core research project addresses Common Core Standards for Research Writing.Through guided and supported research, the students will resolve any misconceptions that the Moon is changing its shape. They will learn that the moon doesn't shrink or grow!-Learn the Moon Phases and other Moon Facts-A pre-research page to assess students' current understanding or misconceptions about why the moon's shape seems to change-2 options fo
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K - 4th
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FRENCH: Citrouille Cycle de Vie - Pumpkin Life Cycle Slideshow - Google Slides™
Learn about the Life Cycle of a PUMPKIN / Citrouille Cycle de Vie with this Google Slides™ slideshow! Simple and clear slides with information and graphics, and comprehension cards to check for understanding. No prep activity for an in-class mini-lesson, or distance learning lesson!What is included:Life Cycle title page, Graines, Germer, Vigne, Fleur, Citrouille Verte, Citrouille, Life Cycle diagram18 comprehension slides and answer slides for review* You must have access to Google Apps to use t
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PreK - 2nd
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Website Research Skills | Text Features | K-1 | Input Output Computer Tools
Our K-1 students need to be taught a few online research skills to stay afloat in this fast-paced world of digital learning! This is a great lesson to help them grasp some basic computer concepts quickly. Within this lesson, they'll learn about:- Sorting tools into categories- What IS the Internet anyway?- Input and output devices- Online text features (Includes a drawing, photograph, map, chart, table, and diagram as well as the definitions for video and audio as it relates to resources.) T
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K - 1st
NonFiction Research & STEM Animal/Engineering Bundle | K-2 {Digital & Print}
Do you need to add additional activities to your animal units? If the answer is yes, you need to give your students the chance to explore and research about animals with these Low Prep STEM activities. Students can research, plan, and create their own shelters to explore how animals survive. These Resources are updated for distance/virtual learning. The digital resources are included as a link to Google Classroom inside the downloaded PDF.As the product grows, prices will increase. Get the bundl
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PreK - 2nd
NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
, K-ESS3-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
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Learning Circuits - Student Lab Book
Squishy Circuits Lab
Long 45-60 min. lab that is hands-on and FUN!
In this 45-60 minute circuits lab students will learn how to circuits work through hands-on inquiry.
Students will gain a better understanding of what certain circuit components do by running an obstacle course. They will learn how resistors slow electrons down, the difference between electrons in an LED and incandescent lamp, what an open or closed circuit looks like, and how a current flows.
Students will then cut and paste
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K - 8th
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Halloween 4-in-1 Critical and Creative Thinking Bundle for Gifted and Enrichment
Fly into critical and creative thinking in your science and math/ logic curriculum! Your students' higher-order thinking skills will SOAR during the Halloween season with this HUGE 4-in-1 bundle! Bundle Includes these 4 products: (click links for details and previews)1) Goin’ Batty! Research Activity Menu for Gifted or Enrichment 2) Spider Sleuth! Creepy Crawly Research Activity Menu for Gifted and Enrichment 3)Halloween Logic Puzzle for Young and Gifted Thinkers!4) Halloween Headlines Mystery!
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PreK - 6th
Chicken Life Cycle Slideshow Lesson for Google Slides™ + Printable Activities
Learn about the Life Cycle of a CHICKEN with this Google Slides™ slideshow! Follow up your lesson with 5 no-prep engaging printable activities! The slideshow includes simple information and comprehension slides, and printables are differentiated and simple for students to follow.*Updated Feb/22 to include printable activities. Simply re-download to gain access.Slideshow - Google SlidesLife Cycle title page, Egg, Embryo, Hatchling, Chick, Adult Chicken, Life Cycle diagram15 comprehension slides a
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PreK - 2nd
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Magnets are Magnificent!
This is a recording sheet used for my kindergaren students for a magnet experiment. Each table is given a tray of items (same as the ones on the sheet), and magnets. They are to first predict, then explore with the magnets to see if their predictions are correct. Then they record their findings and check their predictions. At the end, the students are to
write about their research and what they learned.
This is an easy way for kindergarteners to learn the scientific process (and it can al
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PreK - 2nd
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Mini Reading Projects Unit (10 Projects)
This Unit was created to showcase a variety of ways you can assess student's reading comprehension skills, critical thinking skills and creative processing for grades 1st-6th. You can easily print these forms and use them OR you can alter/recreate to meet your specific classroom needs.
In this unit you will get these 10 Mini Reading Projects:
Book Review Bookmark, Flower Book Report, Imaginative Line Art, Character Bio-Poem, Hero Poster, WANTED POSTER, Word Splash, History Flash Cards, Pictu
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K - 7th
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Plant Parts & Life Cycle Slideshow for Google Slides™ + Printable Activities
Learn about the Parts and Life Cycle of a PLANT with this Google Slides™ slideshow! Follow up this science lesson with 5 no-prep engaging printable activities! Slideshow includes simple information and comprehension slides, and printables are differentiated and simple for students to follow.Get the bundle!⭐ Butterfly, Bee, Plant Life Cycles Slideshows Slideshow - Google SlidesLife Cycle title, Seed, Sprout, Seedling, Adult Plant, Life Cycle diagramPlant Parts title, Roots, Stem, Leaves, Flower8
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PreK - 2nd
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Sunflower Life Cycle Slideshow Lesson for Google Slides™ + Printable Activities
Learn about the Life Cycle of a SUNFLOWER with this Google Slides™ slideshow! Follow up your lesson with 5 no-prep engaging printable activities! The slideshow includes simple information and comprehension slides, and printables are differentiated and simple for students to follow.*Updated Feb/22 to include printable activities. Simply re-download to gain access.Slideshow - Google SlidesLife Cycle title page, Seed, Germinating Seed, Sprout, Seedling, Young Sunflower, Adult Sunflower, Life Cycle
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PreK - 2nd
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Indigenous Peoples Research Menu for Gifted, Enrichment and Differentiation
Enhance your social studies and language arts curriculum with critical and creative thinking! Your students' higher-order thinking skills will bloom as they research various Indigenous Peoples to complete their choice of 8 motivating research activities. Social Studies and Language Arts integrated, including research websites and categories. Perfect for Thanksgiving or anytime! This 17 page menu packet includes 3 levels of difficulty (coded), diverse multiple intelligences/learning styles, and 5
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K - 8th
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Also included in: Holiday Menu Bundle for Critical & Creative Thinking!
Flurry of Winter Research Gifted/Enrichment Menu: Sled Dogs, Inuits, MLK & More!
Want differentiation made easy? Try an activity menu! This 19 page menu packet includes 3 levels of difficulty and multiple intelligences/learning styles. SAVE $$$ by buying my bundle of 3 Winter Enrichment Menus here (includes this one)! http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Sensational-Set-of-3-Winter-Enrichment-Menus-966786All the forms you need are included for all 8 activities! Ready-to-go including: Terms of UseTeacher information and hintsWinter Activity MenuWebsites for researchMart
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K - 8th
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Also included in: Multitude of Menus! Enrichment Bundle
Ladybug Life Cycle Slideshow Lesson for Google Slides™ + Printable Activities
Learn about the Life Cycle of a LADYBUG with this Google Slides™ slideshow! Follow up your lesson with 5 no-prep engaging printable activities! The slideshow includes simple information and comprehension slides, and printables are differentiated and simple for students to follow.*Updated Feb/22 to include printable activities. Simply re-download to gain access.Slideshow - Google SlidesLife Cycle title page, Egg, Larva, Pupa, Ladybug, Life Cycle diagram12 comprehension slides and answer slides fo
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PreK - 2nd
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An IB PYP Research Skills Christmas Village Project for Little Kids
Bring research skills into practice for your lower grades with this highly-engaging, concept based activity that is perfect for any IB PYP or inquiry-based classroom. You have EVERYTHING (map, images, text, graphic organisers) you need in this complete research based inquiry project to explicitly teach the fundamental research skills and enable student agency as the children are learning collaboratively. It ends with a fun, eye-catching display of traditional global Christmas characters that the
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K - 3rd
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Pumpkin Life Cycle Slideshow Lesson + Printable Worksheets
Learn about the Life Cycle of a PUMPKIN with this Google Slides™ lesson! Follow up your lesson with 5 no-prep engaging printable activities! This life cycle slideshow includes simple information and comprehension slides, and printables are differentiated and simple for students to follow. Perfect for October, Halloween or during a farm unit!*Updated Feb/22 to include printable activities. Simply re-download to gain access.Slideshow - Google SlidesLife Cycle title page, Seed, Sprout, Vine, Green
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PreK - 2nd
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Sensational Set of 3 Winter Menus for Critical & Creative Thinking!
Want differentiation made easy? Try an activity menu! This 67 page bundle includes ALL THREE of these popular Winter Enrichment menus (save $$$$ when you buy all 3 bundled instead of separately!) :
• Holidays Around the World Menu (http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Holidays-Around-the-World-Gifted-or-Enrichment-Menu-for-K-5-432039)
• Flurry of Winter Research Menu (http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Flurry-of-Winter-Research-GiftedEnrichment-Menu-Iditarod-Inuits-and-More-51
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K - 8th
Martin Luther King Jr. Craftivity, Quote Project, Reflection
This craftivity is a hands-on approach to reflect on the meaning of Martin Luther King Jr.'s life and message. Students will learn through studying his quote, "I have decided to stick with love. Hate is too great a burden to bear." Use this project to generate class discussion about how each of us can still carry out his message today. Comes in three colors, and also black and white so students can design their own.
For the complete Martin Luther King Flipbook Research Project and Activit
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K - 3rd
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