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Elementary social studies laboratories for parents
Native American Homes STEM ~ STEM Engineering Challenge Pack ~ Set of 9!
Why not bring STEM to your Native American Unit in social studies?
Most elementary teachers are more comfortable and knowledgeable about themes, so I have decided to create STEM challenge packs based on specific themes, like Native Americans, specifically relating to their homes!
This engineering challenge activity pack is one of many that I have created to use in my classroom! I sometimes place these challenges, one per table, and the students rotate around the room in order to complete them
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2nd - 5th
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The Jesse Tree Christmas Advent Project
The Jesse Tree is a chronological Bible story Christmas advent of the scriptural events that occurred before Jesus's birth. There are many ways to participate in this countdown, and I've taken some creative liberty to design a simple version for younger kids. Traditionally this project is done as a Christmas advent, starting on December 1st--but these printable felties are versatile enough to use as a colorful addition to a history timeline, as a family night game of Bible-themed memory or go fi
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PreK - 6th
2024 SUMMER Olympics - coloring pages
Do you need a fun way to introduce the 2024 SUMMER Olympics?This packet contains:coloring pages for the OlympicsCheck out some other Olympic products:History of the Olympics - MAIN IDEA passage*Check out some other products or head to my store and FOLLOW for Monthly FLASH FREEBIES and FOLLOW ON INSTAGRAM- @TeachingKiddos1 for more ideas in the classroomCLASSROOM MANAGEMENTPBIS student of the monthClass AwardsClass Rules /Memes EDITABLE"Tattle" notesCollaboration RulesHOLIDAYSHis
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PreK - 4th
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The Titanic Disaster: STEM Engineering Challenges Five Pack!
Can your students engineer topics related to the sinking of the Titanic? Try these five STEM Engineering Challenges to find out!
The Five Challenges Included in this Set:
Life Vest Design Challenge
Life Boat Design Challenge
Make an Iceberg Challenge
Rivet Strength Challenge
Artifact Restoration Challenge
These challenges are a great way to incorporate STEM learning with the topic of the Titanic! Students must design and construct a variety of items related to the disaster!
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3rd - 7th
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Boston Tea Party ~ Engineering Historical Events ~ STEM Challenge
Can you design and create a crate that will keep your tea bag dry for the longest period of time in a tub of cold water?
We are all about integration in my STEM building and blending historical events with STEM challenges is a great way to make the topics we study in social studies more engaging and interesting for the students. I am currently working on developing more of these social studies based STEM challenges. This one is focused on the Boston Tea Party!
This engineering challenge act
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4th - 6th
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Also included in:Â American History PERSONALIZED STEM Bundle
Engineering Greek Mythology: STEM Engineering Challenges Five Pack!
Can your students engineer some Greek Mythology? Try these five STEM Engineering Challenges to find out!
The Five Challenges Included in this Set:
- Column Construction Challenge
- Cardboard Marble Maze Challenge
- Broken Pottery Challenge
- Mythical Monster Model Challenge
- Trojan Horse Model Challenge
These challenges are a great way to incorporate STEM learning with the topic of Greek Mythology! Students must design and construct a variety of items inspired by Greek Mythology!
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4th - 6th
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Ancient Egypt Mummy STEM challenge
Get your students engaged in mummification while studying Ancient Egypt. Students make their own mummy in this hands on activity that brings together science and history. Students investigate what type of salt works best to preserve mummies. This is a great way to learn about Ancient Egyptian culture. In the first part, students test different salt solutions to see which works the best to preserve apple slices. They also read about the science of mummification to understand what is happenin
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4th - 8th
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Engineering Ancient Egypt: STEM Engineering Challenges Five Pack!
Can your students build like an Egyptian? Try these five STEM Engineering Challenges to find out!
The Five Challenges Included in this Set:
- Mummy Construction Challenge
- Sugar Cube Pyramid Challenge
- Kid-Sized Mummy Model Challenge
- Paper Pyramids Challenge
- Reed Boat Model Challenge
These challenges are a great way to incorporate STEM learning with the topic of Ancient Egypt! Students must design and construct a variety of items inspired by Ancient Egypt!
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4th - 6th
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Boat Building STEM Activity
This activity will lead your students through the process of building a boat!
1) Brainstorm and sketch a design
2) Calculate the cost of materials needed
3) Build your boat
4) Test your boat
5) Reflect
*It's important to note that this comes in an editable PowerPoint, so you will be able to customize this activity to your needs. For example, if your class is learning about decimals in math, you could change the cost of materials to decimal numbers. Voila...cross-curricular connections! Don't w
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3rd - 6th
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3D pyramid Egyptian craft Egypt inside Pirámide manualidad Egipto pharaoh faraón
If you are teaching about ancient Egypt, this resource is the perfect way to have your students having fun!It includes templates (both, in color and black and white) to create this triorama pyramid version.It includes several designs (some of them are more decorative, and one that shows a plane of the inside of the pyramid, as shown in the photo). This resource does not include theory or a lesson about the pyramids.There are no written instructions on the worksheets (except the words glue/pegame
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K - 4th
Also included in: Mini BUNDLE Egypt Crafts pyramid PACK Manualidades Egipto Pirámide español
Ancient Egypt Potato Mummy Lab Activity
Ancient Egypt Potato Mummy Lab Activity by Miss Middle School Teacher
This is a great lab to use in tandem with a lesson on ancient Egyptian mummification, as an introduction to the mummification process, or as an extension activity for students needing enrichment opportunities. The ancient Egyptians used a salt-like substance called natron during the mummification process in order to help preserve the bodies. Salts tend to absorb liquids, preventing bacteria and mold from breaking down the bod
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4th - 8th
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Veterans Day Activities Veterans Day Craft and Writing Activities Veteran Card
Celebrate Veteran's Day with these adorable US military Veteran crafts and writing activities! The set comes with letter writing templates and five different crafts (Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marines, and Navy) with twelve different heads and four different skin tones each. Students will craft a Veteran and attach a letter to celebrate and thank a Veteran for their service.These crafts and writing activites are perfect for learning about Veteran's Day in the classroom or to create as gifts f
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K - 2nd
Homework for Families! 1st Grade Homework Includes English & Spanish Versions
Homework for Families! Take Home Tasks - Activities families can do together!As teachers, we're always looking for ways to bridge the home-school gap! Take Home Tasks is the answer!The goal of Take Home Tasks is to be a quick-to-set up, yet meaningful homework experience for families. A few notes about Take Home Tasks...There are THREE parts to each Take Home Task:1. Teacher Information2. Parent Note (with extension activity)3. Student Activity Sheet* I’ve tried to keep copies to a minimum for t
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K - 2nd
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Chinese New Year Craft Dragon and Lantern
Do these fun crafts to celebrate Chinese New Year and help children understand about other cultures. Suitable for Years/Grades 2-6.INCLUDES:Chinese dragon craft using sticksChinese dragon craft using paper/plastic cupsChinese lanterns x 3 designsPages18 x A3 size (can by printed A4 - just choose fit to page)FORMATPDFAUSTRALIAN CURRICULUMHASS – HISTORY: Year 3 - Knowledge and UnderstandingCelebrations and commemorations in places around the world (for example, Chinese New Year in countries of the
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PreK - 6th
Personal Timeline Project Handout and Rubric *NOW WITH EDITABLE OPTION!
This product is a home-based project designed to wrap up a unit on timelines. It includes a parent letter and kid-friendly rubric that can be copied back to back to provide guidelines for the project. The letter includes directions and a photo example of a completed project. The 24-point rubric covers three main areas: completion, content, and presentation. My 2nd graders completed this at the end of the first quarter and did an AMAZING job!! It's a great activity to kick-off the new school year
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2nd - 4th
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Editable Passports with Stamps
Passports are a great tool to use in class or for school activities. Choose from two ready to print passports or six editable passports. Included are 20 stamps (in black and white and color) for students to cut and paste on passports. SUGGESTIONS FOR USEclass centersclassroom managementsocial studiesafter school activitiesInternational Night STAMPS INCLUDEDAfrica (continent) AustraliaBrazilCanadaChinaEgyptFranceEnglandGermanyIrelandIsraelItalyJapanMexicoNetherlandsThailandUSASwedenRussiaNew Zeal
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PreK - 3rd
The Wigwam - Native American Homes STEM - STEM Engineering Challenge Pack
Why not bring STEM to your Native American Unit in social studies?Build a Wigwam - Can you create an accurate model of a wigwam using the materials provided?Materials: (per group)-Craft sticks and/or real sticks-Misc. supplies from outdoors-Cardboard base-Brown paper bags-Tape, scissors, and glueMost elementary teachers are more comfortable and knowledgeable about themes, so I have decided to create STEM challenge packs based on specific themes, like Native Americans, specifically relating to th
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2nd - 5th
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The Tipi (Teepee) - Native American Homes STEM - STEM Engineering Challenge Pack
Why not bring STEM to your Native American Unit in social studies?Build a Tipi - Can you create an accurate model of a tipi using the materials provided that can be moved from one location to another?Materials: (per group)-5 bamboo skewers or sticks from outside-Brown construction paper or brown paper bags-Yarn -Glue, tape and scissors-Cardboard baseMost elementary teachers are more comfortable and knowledgeable about themes, so I have decided to create STEM challenge packs based on specific the
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2nd - 5th
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Islamic Empire Trade Routes Map Activity for Social Studies and History
The Islamic Empire is arguably one of the most prominent and influential times of history in the Middle East. As we study the Islamic culture and the rise of the empire, we notice that geography has a huge role in many different aspects.This product gives students the opportunity to practice map and math skills as they try to figure out the best trade route to take from Mecca to Cordoba, Spain. Their goal is to spend the least amount of money possible. The provided maps have all the city locatio
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5th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Social Studies and History Large Bundle of 20 Activities and Worksheets
Landforms Partner Plays: 5 Scripts with a Comprehension Check Worksheet
These five landform partner plays are intended to be used as fluency-building activities that second and third grade students can do with a partner. This set of scripts focuses on landforms: hills, mountains, canyons, plateaus, volcanoes, rivers, lakes, valleys, and islands. These scripts require minimal teacher support, thereby allowing teachers to work with other small groups. For teachers who implement reading centers, these plays are perfect. These scripts are also ideal for parents who are
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2nd - 3rd
Also included in:Â Fluency Practice: Partner Plays BUNDLE for 2nd and 3rd Grade Readers SET 2
Back to School Welcome Letter Template | Editable |
This welcome letter is a great handout for back to school! Pass this letter out to families at back-to-school night or send it home on the first day of school. Link to Google Slides is included or customize on PowerPoint. Comes with 38 different washi tape options for a fun accent!What is included:One blank colored templateOne blank black and white templateOne page with 24 colored washi tape options so you can customize your templateOne page with 14 black and white washi tape options so you can
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PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Also included in:Â Back to School Teacher Forms Bundle
Living Wax Museum Parent Letter
This living wax museum project is by far one of my favorite things about teaching 3rd grade. Truth be told this wax museum project can be used from 2nd grade all the way until 6th grade. Students take on the role of someone else, they dress up like an important historical figure and then they put on a show for their families and entire school It is a memory that is worth creating for your students! This is just one piece of the project (the letter to send to parents), but you can grab the bundle
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2nd - 5th
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Also included in:Â Living Wax Museum Project
Cognitive distortions worksheets, coping skills, anxiety, worries, thoughts
A worry is a feeling of unease, fear or nervousness when you start to think about unpleasant things. It is a type of thinking, often about something that might happen in the future and it leaves you feeling frightened, nervous or anxious. Some people call worries, anxiety or stress. Everybody experiences worries, however if you are starting to feel worried more often or if you can't seem to stop thinking about your worry and it is leaving you feeling upset, you may be experiencing anxiety.The di
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Water Wheel STEM Activity
In this STEM challenge, students have fun playing with water as they build a working water wheel and connect science and engineering with history and social studies. There are two different ways you can lead the STEM challenge. For younger students or if you are short on time, students can follow the provided directions to build a water wheel. If you have more time and want more of a challenge, you can have students design and build their own working water wheel following the Engineering Desig
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3rd - 7th
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