This unit was made to go Patricia Polacco's book The Junkyard Wonders. Included are 18 pages of activities to challenges your students to think more deeply about the story. The unit was created with the 4th and 5th grade Common Core Standards in mind. Topics explored are theme, setting, character traits, visualizing, and many more. Writing assignments and a project idea are also included. The themes in this book would also be perfect to explore with a gifted class. Email me at ideabackpack@
This is a grant proposal that was written for an elementary school library asking for a collection of elementary level graphic novels.
It includes a synopsis of the grant, steps for implementation, a description of the grant evaluation, and a product list. The proposed grant asks for a collection of 134 graphic novels, 3 professional titles for teacher and librarian use, genre identifcation stickers for the books' spines, and a shelving unit to hold the collection. The total amount proposed i
Boost academic performance and social emotional functioning through an after school tutoring program. This product includes:
- Researched-based benefits of a tutoring program (to both tutor and tutee)
- Application Form (tutor)
- Teacher Recommendation form (tutor)
- Tutor Agreement (including parent signature)
- Tutor Training guidelines
- Parent letter for potential tutees (from school)
- Tutee interview form (completed the first meeting)
- Tutor Feedback sheet (to provide reflection on thei
Do you want to add eBooks to your library or school? Use this grant to get started. This grant was written in 2010 for an elementary K-4 library. It is adaptable to other settings. It includes a grant summary, evaluation description, and a 204 eBook title and price list. The grant is based on the Follett Shelf, but can be adapted for other vendors.
My favorite winning grant proposal EVER:
No “Obstacle” to Learning in this Course
Amount of Grant: $2,633
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Primary Grant Focus:
Language Arts
Science
Mathematics
Social Studies
Physical Education
Health
This item includes the 5 page editable word document I submitted as my grant proposal. You can submit this grant proposal as-is to the grant funding program of your choice, or make chang
Are you looking for the perfect last week of school activity? This adorable end of the year class memory bracelet is a great way for your students to reflect on their best school memories. This poem from your teacher and craft is the perfect follow up activity to the book, A Letter From Your Teacher: On the Last Day of School by Shannon Olsen. This can be used as a craft for students to make or it can be used as an end of school year gift!IncludesEnd of Year Poem (2 size options)Planning Page
Help your students to both identify and resolve unexpected behaviors within the classroom. The think sheets provided within this resource allow students to identify the misbehavior, discuss what to do the next time it occurs, and how to make the situation right.With variations for all grade levels, this product is sure to better enhance the classroom community in your room.Includes:-Think sheet for grades K-2 with picture helps (color and b&w)-Think sheet for grades 3-6 with writing prompts
I have had over 50 funded grants. This three paragraph succinct letter to a politician is funding the school library with more desktops, a Smartboard and other technology. Components of the proposal include statistical information in a structured and formatted manner.
Purchase of this proposal will allow continued email contact and support from me in order to see your proposal to fruition. The larger the grant, the more structured the proposal needs to be. This must have resource will serve as
Daily Schedule PECS - Special Education Visuals designed to empower educators and caregivers in providing effective structure and support for students with special needs. This is a must-have resource for enhancing daily routines/schedules in the classroom. With a range of engaging images depicting various activities, and tasks it enables personalized and visual schedules that foster independence and communication skills.
Engage young learners in positional concepts with our interactive "Left or Right Position Worksheet"! This educational resource challenges children to identify and color the correct position of objects as either left or right, fostering spatial awareness and directional understanding. Perfect for early childhood classrooms, homeschooling, and enrichment activities, this worksheet offers a fun and effective way to reinforce fundamental concepts of orientation.Interactive Learning: Children will e
Introducing the Community Helpers Sorting Mats – a vibrant and interactive resource perfect for celebrating Labor Day or Career Day in your classroom or home learning environment! Designed to engage Kindergarten, 1st-grade students, and children with special needs and autism, these mats feature colorful imagery and engaging activities that foster critical thinking and discussion.With 12 unique sorting mats focusing on essential community helpers like firefighters and nurses, this set offers endl
Gamers in the Classroom: Improving Academic Skills4 page WINNING grant proposal**Please note: item does NOT include technology, ONLY grant application to submit for your school/classroomPrimary Grant Focus:Language ArtsMathematicsComputer Software/TechnologyGrade Levels Targeted: 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th (Could also be edited for K-3 Interactive games)I was awarded this grant in 2012 and my students (and other teachers on campus) have loved using it! Item contains an editable word document for you t
Looking for a fun way to end your school year? Think about bringing Lego Master Corey to your school for a fun-filled interactive assembly! This teaching packet includes a review of our assembly with some tips as well as a pre-lesson featuring one of the episodes he was in and a follow-up activity. Corey was fantastic and made sure to hit on SEL and STEM skills including the 4C's while presenting to students in K-5th grade!Keywords: "STEM SEL Interactive Assembly," "Lego Master Corey Workshop,"
This is a grant that was written in the Fall of 2012 for a set of 5 iPod Touches and cases for an elementary school library. The grant summarizes the use of the iPod Touches in the school setting and emphasizes audiobooks, qr codes, and podcasts.
This grant could easily be adapted and changed to request iPads or other mobile technology.
These transport Play Doh visual cards make the learning process fun and engaging. Use these toddler activities to increase interaction with children in homeschool learning and writing practice. Traffic signs included are:Do not enterHospitalOne wayConesRoadSchool walkStop aheadStop signTraffic lightUturnKeywords: Play dough, dough mats, mini dough booklet, traffic signs dough
To date, I have received more than $250,000.00 in funding from various sources for tutoring, books, and classroom manipulatives. This cheat sheets provides you with a step by step process of applying, receiving, and monitoring a grant. Good luck!
Communication cards for autism, visual boards for special needs, and autistic children, cards for nonverbal communication - VEGETABLES PHOTOS. Printable Picture Choice Cards, Flash Cards36 Printable Communication Cards for Nonverbal with real pictures of VEGETABLES. Useful tools whether your students have autism or you just need a way to foster communication and/or work on speech therapy.INCLUDES: 1 high-quality PDF digital file that includes all 4 sheets, each sheet in 8.5" x 11". There are 9 c
This "ready to use" purchase order is perfect for departments that order a lot of items. Having this in Google Drive allows for multiple contributors at the same time, and it can still always be downloaded as an Excel file or PDF.Links can easily be embedded into the spreadsheet and sent to purchasing managers digitally creating a smooth ordering process for all involved.
Sometimes, students need a bit of a reminder on what they need to do in order to clean up their space/the classroom at the end of the day, and also what to do in order to prepare themselves for the beginning of the day. This offers just that and also adds visuals, so that it helps with the littles who are just learning to read. At the end of these slides, there is also something called "The Challenge". This is a timed end of day activity that I created for students. The idea is that they have to
An easy and low prep fine motor activity. This Valentine's q-tip dot painting activity is a fun way for students to be engaged and practice their fine motor skills. hand-eye coordination, vocabulary and letter tracing.*WHAT'S INCLUDED*PDF file ready for printingSize 8.5 x 11 in12 pictures to choose from HeartEnvelopeRoseRingCupid's ArrowCandyGiftLipsChocolate BeeBalloonsCupcakeEach picture comes with vocabulary word tracing. Perfect for students to practice their writing skills. Two Valentine's
This interactive book is a great way to teach your students about positive and negative classroom behaviors. Each page contains a short story displaying negative behaviors often seen at school. This resource may also serve as specially designed instructions for your students in need of behavioral goals and instruction in their IEPs. Negative behaviors:Cutting in lineI can't do thisUnhealthyDistractionIgnoring othersTossing coat on floorBlurtingYellingRunning with scissorsBullyingNot sharingMessy
This seasonal packet includes four sets of uppercase and lowercase letter cards, along with a variety of work-mats for students to show and/or record their work. Directions for various activities are included to practice identifying, naming, matching and writing letters. Activities can be used with a sensory bin, independently in learning centers and/or with small groups.
"Designed with Montessori principles in mind, this worksheet invites young learners to engage with questions that spark curiosity and critical thinking. Each question is thoughtfully crafted to encourage exploration and self-discovery, fostering independence and a love for learning. Through a mix of open-ended inquiries and visual prompts, students are empowered to express their thoughts, ideas, and observations in their own unique way, nurturing both cognitive and creative development. With its
This is the text for a successful grant I used to obtain foreign language books for our elementary school library to support the literacy growth of our students. The books are meant for the students' independent reading needs. Overwhelmingly, the research on English language learning emphasizes the importance of the native language. English language learners continuing to grow in their home language perform better, on average, than English learners instructed only in their second language whe