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8th grade Back to School resources for GATE under $5
Back to School Depth and Complexity Activities for Gifted or Regular Classrooms
This Depth and Complexity Back to School low-prep set of activities will make back to school a time of learning and connection. You'll get 7 activities that are all ready to print and go! The activities actively teach Depth & Complexity thinking prompts while providing engaging learning experiences. If you teach gifted (or even if you don't), this is a must-have back-to-school resource.If you don't know the framework very well or have been wanting to use Depth & Complexity but weren't su
Grades:
4th - 10th
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Math All About Me Challenge - Back to School Get to You Know Enrichment Activity
All About Me Beginning of the School Year Math Activity to learn about each other while problem solving- Use this as a cooperative learning activity and/or a pre-assessment for problem solving skills, measurement conversions, and some fraction skills. Now available a digital version is also included made with Google Slidesâ„¢.There are three different versions you can use to differentiate for your students. Based on the version you choose, students will determine things like how many months, days
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Grades:
4th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Back to School Math Activities, All About Me, & Beginning of Year Challenges
Apple STEM Activity for Fall Science and STEM - Apples Aloft Tower Challenge
This back-to-school STEM activity is perfect for the first day of school. Bring joy to your classroom with collaborative, hands-on, brain-busting work (disguised as fun)!Of course, this challenge is also great for any time of year, but especially in the fall when learning about apples, Johnny Appleseed, or Sir Isaac Newton!In this Back-to-School STEM activity:Students will design and build the tallest tower possible using symbols of the back-to-school season: apples and school supplies! Note: Th
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Grades:
2nd - 8th
Types:
NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
 ...
Also included in:Â Fall STEM Activities - Apple STEM Challenges
Apple STEM Activity for Fall Science and STEM - Apple Annihilator STEM Challenge
This back-to-school STEM activity brings joy to your classroom with collaborative, hands-on, brain-busting work (disguised as fun)! Of course, this challenge is also great for any time in the fall when learning about apples and Johnny Appleseed!It's also a great intro to Newton’s Third Law of Motion, which is part of 3rd and middle school NGSS standards! (3PS2-1, MS-PS2-1, and MS-PS2-2)In this Back-to-School STEM Activity:Students will design and build an apple wrecking ball built for annihilati
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Grades:
2nd - 8th
Types:
NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 3-PS2-1
 ...
Also included in:Â Fall STEM Activities - Apple STEM Challenges
The Letter Project
I use this activity to help build student-teacher relationships in the first week of school!I give each student a sheet of notebook paper and go over this presentation with them. Then, each student writes you a letter using the prompts in the presentation. After (and this is most important), I write each student a letter back!Students love getting letters back and seeing that not only did you read what they took the time to tell you about themselves, but that you took them seriously and cared fo
Grades:
6th - 12th
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Apple STEM Activity for Fall Science and STEM - Apples A-head STEM Challenge
This back-to-school STEM challenge activity brings joy to your classroom with collaborative, hands-on, brain-busting work (disguised as fun)! Apples A-head is a great first day of school STEM activity or for any time of year -- especially in the fall when learning about apples, Johnny Appleseed, or Sir Isaac Newton!In this Back-to-School STEM Activity:Students will design and build a wearable device to balance an apple on their heads, which they will use to participate in an Apples A-head relay
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Grades:
2nd - 8th
Types:
NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
 ...
Also included in:Â Fall STEM Activities - Apple STEM Challenges
Harry Potter Personality Sorting Hat Quiz | Harry Potter House | Get to Know You
Boost student relationships with this no-prep, easy-to-use Harry Potter House Personality Inventory! This personality survey, based on the long-standing four temperaments, turns this abstract concept into a lesson that is high-interest, easy to understand, and memorable! TWO LEVELS of the personality test are included, making it applicable for 3rd-12th grade students...and beyond! This personality quiz theme can be used in any school subject as a Get to Know You Activity at Back to School Time,
Grades:
3rd - 12th, Adult Education, Staff
Also included in:Â PERSONALITY TYPES MEGA BUNDLE | 45 Themed Personality Inventories
Following Directions and Listening Back To School Edition
Listening and Following Directions – Back to School EditionAn activity that challenges students to listen and pay attention to detail.Save over 20% when your purchase the Listening and Following Directions Growing Bundle Pack!This activity is designed to challenge students to follow oral and/or written directions and complete tasks in the correct locations on a map. During the activity the directions can be read to the students by the teacher or the students can read the directions to themselves
Grades:
4th - 10th
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CCSS:
Also included in:Â Following Directions and Listening Bundle Reading Comprehension
A to Z STEM Posters or Back to School Bulletin Board
Create a stunning STEM visual display appropriate for any grade! Use one letter from the alphabet, or create a crossword-style display with your favorite inspirational words. There are multiple posters included for most letters. Many of the words also tie nicely into growth mindset - failure in STEM is not only okay, it's expected and it's how we learn.Blank templates are also provided if you would like to create additional posters. Words IncludedA – analyze, askB – brainstorm, budget, buildC –
Grades:
2nd - 12th
Also included in:Â NEW STEM Teacher Bundle
True Colors Personality Type Quiz | Get to Know You Inventory | Back to School
Boost student relationships with this no-prep, easy-to-use True Colors Personality Inventory! This personality survey, based on the long-standing four temperaments, turns this abstract concept into a lesson that is high-interest, easy to understand, and memorable! TWO LEVELS of the personality test are included, making it applicable for 3rd-12th grade students...and beyond! This personality quiz theme can be used in any school subject as a Get to Know You Activity at Back to School Time, or any
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3rd - 12th, Adult Education, Staff
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A Greek or Latin Root is Worth 1,000 Words
This is my absolute favorite way to introduce a year-long study of Greek and Latin roots! Students need to know your why and "buy in." What better way than to get them hooked into solving a puzzle! Present the incredibly LONG word in this slide show, and students will be competing to figure it out! With clear motivation and a game-like presentation, your students will be much more motivated to study etymology! You can find out more about how I used this in my class, HERE.If you're looking for re
Grades:
3rd - 8th
Types:
CCSS:
Myers-Briggs Personality MBTI Inventory | Get to Know You Quiz |Back to School
Boost student relationships with this no-prep, easy-to-use Myers-Briggs Personality Inventory! This personality survey, based on the research-based Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI), turns this abstract concept into a lesson that is high-interest, easy to understand, and memorable! The included survey is a simple, quick, true/false 12-question version of the personality test, making it applicable for 3rd-12th grade students...and beyond! +PLUS+ get teacher instructions including a GREAT video l
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3rd - 12th, Adult Education, Staff
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Also included in:Â PERSONALITY TYPES 8 QUIZ BUNDLE-Learning Style, Brain Dominance, MBTI, Big 5
Fortnite STEM Parachute Challenge and Activity
This STEM activity is a great group activity for your students and fans of Fortnite. The challenge in this activity is to design a more efficient parachute to jump out of the Battle Bus. The students need to work together to complete the challenge and experiment. This Fortnite activity is perfect for a back to school activity or all year around. You do not need to know what Fortnite is (your students will) to do this challenge, but this will earn you your kids respect and you will be that "cool
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Grades:
3rd - 8th
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Four Corners Game (NO PREP)
Use these digital slides to allow students to get to know one another in person or virtually! This resource is extremely flexible and can be used in a variety of ways to work best with your current teaching situation.This game is set up so that students see a question on the screen and get to choose one of the 4 options that best fits their opinion. This game is a digital version of the four corners game (where students physically move to their corners). The 10 questions are meant to build class
Grades:
1st - 8th
Types:
Science Personality Type Quiz | Get to Know You Inventory Test | Back to School
Boost student relationships with this no-prep, easy-to-use Science Personality Inventory! This personality survey, based on the long-standing four temperaments, turns this abstract concept into a lesson that is high-interest, easy to understand, and memorable! TWO LEVELS of the personality test are included, making it applicable for 3rd-12th grade students...and beyond! This personality quiz theme can be used in any school subject as a Get to Know You Activity at Back to School Time, or any othe
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Grades:
3rd - 12th, Adult Education, Staff
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Also included in:Â PERSONALITY TYPES MEGA BUNDLE | 45 Themed Personality Inventories
Myers-Briggs Animal Personality Inventory | Get to Know You Quiz |Back to School
Boost student relationships with this no-prep, easy-to-use Myers-Briggs Animal Personality Inventory! This personality survey, based on the research-based Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI), turns this abstract concept into a lesson that is high-interest, easy to understand, and memorable! A simple, quick, 12-question version of the personality test is included, making it applicable for 3rd-12th grade students...and beyond! This personality quiz theme can be used in any school subject as a Get t
Grades:
3rd - 12th, Adult Education, Staff
Types:
Also included in:Â PERSONALITY TYPES MEGA BUNDLE | 45 Themed Personality Inventories
Personality Type Quiz-Book Genre | Get to Know You Inventory | Back to School
Boost student relationships with this no-prep, easy-to-use Book Genre Personality Inventory! This personality survey, based on the long-standing four temperaments, turns this abstract concept into a lesson that is high-interest, easy to understand, and memorable! TWO LEVELS of the personality test are included, making it applicable for 3rd-12th grade students...and beyond! This personality quiz theme can be used in any school subject as a Get to Know You Activity at Back to School Time, or any o
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Grades:
3rd - 12th, Adult Education, Staff
Types:
Also included in:Â PERSONALITY TYPES MEGA BUNDLE | 45 Themed Personality Inventories
Multiplying Polynomials Area Model / Box Method Puzzles
Multiplying Polynomials Area Model PuzzlesLooking for a fun and engaging way to teach your students the concept of multiplying binomials? Look no further than the Multiplying Polynomials Puzzle Worksheets!These worksheets are designed to provide students with 44 practice problems that will help them master the skill of multiplying polynomials. Each problem is presented in a puzzle format, adding an extra layer of engagement and challenge that will keep your students motivated and excited about l
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Grades:
8th - 11th
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Also included in:Â Engaging Activities for Quadratics & Polynomials Bundle
Social Studies Personality Type Quiz | Get to Know You Test | Back to School
Boost student relationships with this no-prep, easy-to-use Social Studies Personality Inventory! This personality survey, based on the long-standing four temperaments, turns this abstract concept into a lesson that is high-interest, easy to understand, and memorable! TWO LEVELS of the personality test are included, making it applicable for 3rd-12th grade students...and beyond! This personality quiz theme can be used in any school subject as a Get to Know You Activity at Back to School Time, or a
Grades:
3rd - 12th, Adult Education, Staff
Types:
Also included in:Â PERSONALITY TYPES MEGA BUNDLE | 45 Themed Personality Inventories
Apple STEM Activity for Fall Science and STEM - Apples Afar STEM Challenge
This back-to-school STEM activity brings the joy back to your classroom with collaborative, hands-on, brain-busting work (disguised as fun)! Of course, this challenge is also great for any time of year, but especially in the fall when learning about apples, Johnny Appleseed, or Sir Isaac Newton!In this back-to-school STEM Activity:Students will design and build a cantilever to suspend an apple as far away from a desk’s edge as possible in partners or groups.Note: This is the printable version.
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Grades:
2nd - 8th
Types:
NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
 ...
Also included in:Â Fall STEM Activities - Apple STEM Challenges
Synectics Questions for Get to Know You / Back to School / Critical Thinking
Synectics questions take two unlike items and put them into a question of comparison in a unusual way. These are then discussed, with all answers being okay as long as you have a reason to back up your point of view.Perfect for discussions in pairs, morning meetings, circle time, back to school get to know you activities, centers, creative writing opinion prompts, chalk talk, debate preparation and more.Easy for all students to participate in because there's no one "right" answer. They're a type
Grades:
2nd - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Enneagram Leadership Lesson Junior Middle High School ASB Avid Slides EDITABLE
This is a great get-to-know-you activity or even a mid-year reconnect lesson. It is perfect for upper elementary, junior high middle school, or high school. It is completely editable so you are free to change, add, or delete as needed. I have used this in my avid study skills class, ASB or student council, elective, or English - Language Arts class. It not only teaches students about themselves but also how to deal with others who are not like them. Please check out my other leadership lessons!I
Grades:
5th - 10th
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CSI Fractions: The Case of the Missing Lunchbox STEM activity
This CSI themed fraction activity will engage students by taking them on a journey to solve fraction problems and puzzles. Students narrow down the suspects by completing the activities and marking them off from the suspect list until one person is left. Who stole the lunch?
This case includes
Clue 1: Calculating fractions of a whole number.
Clue 2: Ordering fractions from biggest to smallest
Clue 3: Simplifying fractions
Clue 4: Improper fractions to proper fractions
Clue 5: Addition of fracti
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Grades:
4th - 8th
Types:
Learning Style Inventory | Get to Know You Quiz Test | Back to School
Boost student relationships with this no-prep, easy-to-use Learning Style Inventory! This personality survey determines if a student is a visual, auditory, or kinesthetic learner. It turns this abstract concept into a lesson that is high-interest, easy to understand, and memorable! A simple, quick, 12-question version of the learning styles test is included, making it applicable for 3rd-12th grade students...and beyond! This personality quiz can be used in any school subject as a Get to Know You
Grades:
3rd - 12th, Adult Education, Staff
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