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2nd grade Thanksgiving informational text simulations
Pioneer Unit / Oregon Trail Game
Do you love the game Oregon Trail? This unit includes a whole class version of the game!
This is a Problem Based Learning Unit all about the pioneers of our great nation. I created this unit for my second graders, but you could use it for older children too. This unit is very detailed. It integrates ELA skills, social studies, history, and provides the opportunity for creativity as well as FUN!
The children get to "go along" in the journey. This unit has three parts. Check out the Preview Fil
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2nd - 5th
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Primary Economics Unit: Wants, Needs, Goods and Services (Financial Literacy)
It is never too early for students to begin learning about economics. This primary economics unit guides students through topics such as the difference between wants & needs, goods & services, producers & consumers, choice, cost & benefit, and saving & budgeting. This resource has been updated to include both print and digital options to save you time and prep! Find everything you need in one place.Please click the preview button for more details!What's Included::: Wants &
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Grades:
1st - 3rd
Earthquake Engineering STEM Challenge
Can you structure survive an earthquake?Students love completing this natural disaster STEM challenge! Students learn about what causes Earthquakes, as well as some current methods structural engineers are using to design earthquake resistant buildings.After learning about earthquakes students design, build, and test an earthquake proof structure using only the materials provided. In order to successfully complete this STEM challenge the structure must remain standing after going through an eart
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2nd - 5th
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NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 3-ESS3-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
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The First Thanksgiving Simulation: Journey on the Mayflower
This is a week long simulation where your kids will become a part of history! Students will read about the process of the pilgrims coming to the New World and then receive their experience cards, which will let them be a part of the famous journey.
They take the knowledge they gain from the reading and the information on the experience card to write a journal entry from a pilgrim's perspective. Kids will be learning and engaged in these reading and writing activities!
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- 5 days
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2nd - 8th
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Virtual Field Trip - Camping - Project-Based Learning- Design Your Trip - STEAM
Camping STEAM Bundle is perfect for creating a virtual camp with your students or in the classroom and a day full of camping! Have fun with a project-based learning and a virtual learning experience! It's the perfect combo!Use Camping STEAM project-based learning unit for a real camping trip full of learning! This unit is incorporated with Common Core ELA and NGSS standards. It's packed full of activities. Students will get the opportunity to design their own camping trip to anywhere! Have some
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1st - 4th
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Cookie Coal Mining Activity Pack
*Science*Math*Reading*With this pack, your students will learn about coal and its significance as a natural resource. Resources include a reading and response activity, interpreting data about US state's coal production, and finally a hands-on mining experience in which students will create a financial plan for their own mining excursion (in a cookie)!Pages Included:-Informational passage: About Coal Mining-Comprehension response: pros and cons; determine the meaning of words-Interpreting data—U
Grades:
2nd - 4th
NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
Amazon Rainforest Virtual Field Trip Google Slides
Embark on a thrilling journey through the heart of the Amazon Rainforest with the "Amazon Rainforest Virtual Field Trip" Experience the sights and sounds of this incredible ecosystem from the comfort of your own classroom, and learn about the unique wildlife, cultural heritage, and conservation efforts that make the Amazon Rainforest one of the most important ecosystems on Earth. This interactive and engaging resource is a must-have for any teacher looking to inspire their students to become env
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2nd - 7th
Show Me the Proof ~ Providing Textual Evidence ~ The Trial of Fact and Opinion
If you're looking for a lesson plan that will help your students finally get what it means to provide textual evidence to prove their answers, then this is the lesson for you!
It combines reading strategies and social studies government law in a very exciting way. First, students must pass the Bar Exam by being able to pass one of your fact and opinion assessments, then they team up in two-person law firms and present their evidence in court.
This was so fun that my students have asked we do
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1st - 6th
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Thanksgiving Writing Activity Turkey in Hiding Dice Simulation
This product is an interactive simulation using dice that follows the story of a turkey trying to avoid becoming Thanksgiving dinner. Included in this product:- Directions for the simulation-Signs to mark locations of events in classroom-Event directions-Recording sheet-Sample recording sheet-Directions for narrative-Sample narrative based on sample recording sheet-Rubric for narrativeI love to complete this activity the week before Thanksgiving with my students. They create the most creative na
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2nd - 5th
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BE A PILGRIM! Real-Life Bios from the Mayflower- Authentic Thanksgiving Activity
BE A PILGRIM FOR A FEW DAYS!This is a set of 30 short bios of real passengers aboard the Mayflower.There are 15 boy pilgrims and 15 girl pilgrims included.Assign each student a Pilgrim name and bio with the easy recording sheets. THE STUDENTS WILL LOVE IT! DIFFERENT FROM THE USUAL TURKEY DRAWING CONTEST OR TURKEY CRAFT. BRING IT ALIVE FOR THEM. Who were the people on the Mayflower?What were some of the most recognized and unrecognized pilgrim's names?How old were the Pilgrims?Who is Miles St
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2nd - 4th
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Cupcake War Math Practice Simulation!
A simulated Cupcake War (like the TV series) to get your students doing math!
Students are given a budget and are tasked with making enough cupcakes for all the classes in their grade for the cupcake contest! The pdf guide helps to walk students through the process of calculating how many cupcakes they need, how much of each ingredient they need, how much the project will cost, how much time they will need to prepare, and of course designing the decorations on the top!
This is a great exercis
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2nd - 4th
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Thanksgiving: Mayflower Read Aloud
Send your students on a journey back in time with this whole class read aloud where students act as newscasters going back in time interviewing people who were on the Mayflower. Students will deepen their understanding of the events surrounding the Mayflower voyage and the first Thanksgiving as they are placed into the shoes of a person at this time. What a great way to increase engagement and reading fluency.
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2nd - 4th
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Thanksgiving Crime Scene Investigation Junior: nature of science SEP
Spice up you nature of science lessons! Students think like scientists as they observe, experiment, and gather evidence from 5 stations to solve this Thanksgiving Crime Scene Investigation for grades 2 & 3. Students use critical thinking skills to claim who ate the pumpkin pie using data in this fall science infused mystery. Includes:Case introduction card2 leveled versions of data evidence collection sheetsSuspect bio cards5 evidence collection stationsNature of Science connection sheetTea
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2nd - 3rd
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Also included in:Â Holiday CSI Junior Bundle: Nature of Science SEP
Australian Curriculum Australia Virtual Field Trip
The "Oceania - Australia Virtual Field Trip " is a fun and interactive way to explore the amazing country of Australia from the comfort of your own classroom. The 49 Google Slides presentation takes students on a virtual tour of some of Australia's most iconic locations, providing interesting facts about each place and engaging questions to test your knowledge.The presentation includes a YouTube video that showcases the beautiful scenery and wildlife of Australia, giving you a taste of what it's
Grades:
2nd - 7th
Classroom Government Simulation
Government standards are challenging to teach, as the academic language can feel really abstract for young learners. Through this classroom government simulation, your students will not only see the importance of government, but the academic language will more likely stick through a meaningful experience. I created this resource in hopes that it would provide a process that would help you make government come to life in your classroom!This resource includes:-Instructions on how to run an electio
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2nd - 4th
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Ideal Island Project
Students will follow guidelines to create a paradise islands that embodies their ideals of governance, society, and sustainability. (I usually do this as a group project.)
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2nd - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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1,086 ChatGTP Prompts 1st Through 6th Grade Teachers Bundle
In an era where technology rapidly evolves and reshapes our world, the power of artificial intelligence has emerged as a transformative force. Among the many breakthroughs, ChatGPT has risen to prominence as a groundbreaking language model, revolutionizing the way we interact and communicate. Its ability to generate human-like responses has captured the imagination of individuals and businesses alike. However, what sets ChatGPT apart is not just its remarkable conversational prowess but also its
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1st - 6th
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Bird Watching
After researching various birds, I created mini books. The art of bird watching is as simple as looking at all the identification markings on a particular bird. This can be a long lesson on birds or daily lessons on each individual bird. This includes information on birds' height and wingspan. I have made different booklets for you to use with your students, depending on their level. Students love to compare the birds. Pretending the birds are real, also captures their imagination. They
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PreK - 2nd
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1,629 ChatGTP Prompts Complete Teachers Bundle (Pre-K Through High School)
In an era where technology rapidly evolves and reshapes our world, the power of artificial intelligence has emerged as a transformative force. Among the many breakthroughs, ChatGPT has risen to prominence as a groundbreaking language model, revolutionizing the way we interact and communicate. Its ability to generate human-like responses has captured the imagination of individuals and businesses alike. However, what sets ChatGPT apart is not just its remarkable conversational prowess but also its
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PreK - 12th
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Thanksgiving Math Performance Tasks Combo
Thanksgiving Math Performance Tasks printables can be used as independent work or group work. It includes multiple steps of mathematical operations and decision making. The mathematical operations of addition and subtraction are necessary to complete the task. If your students are familiar with basic multiplication facts, these can be substituted for some of the repeated addition problems.
The task can be completed in 1 day, however 2 days would allow students more time to use their criti
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2nd - 4th
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ChatGPT Prompts For Second Grade Teachers
In an era where technology rapidly evolves and reshapes our world, the power of artificial intelligence has emerged as a transformative force. Among the many breakthroughs, ChatGPT has risen to prominence as a groundbreaking language model, revolutionizing the way we interact and communicate. Its ability to generate human-like responses has captured the imagination of individuals and businesses alike. However, what sets ChatGPT apart is not just its remarkable conversational prowess but also its
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2nd
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Have A Writing Prompt Archaeological Dig
Are you interested in a way to make writing fun for kids? Have a writing prompt archaeological dig! Instead of digging up fossils, clay pottery or all that other kind of stuff, have your kids dig up writing prompts. Download this freebie today. (Shhh!) These 8 writing prompts are aligned to the Common Core Standards. Yippee!
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K - 5th, Staff
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Sea Horse - Power Point facts information pictures
Sea Horse - Power Point facts information pictures
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Grades:
2nd - 5th
Optical Illusion #2
This is another power point that shows optical illusions. The slides animate and ask questions about what you see.
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Grades:
1st - 9th
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