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Free thematic unit plans for Gifted and Talented
High Ability Unit Plan for the Book Chrysanthemum by Kevin Henkes FREEBIE
This is a sample of my High Ability/Gifted and Talented unit plan that goes with the book Chrysanthemum by Kevin Henkes and includes lessons for math, reading, and writing.For the full unit, go here, or check out the just the test and activity pages that go with the book.Grade Level(s): Grades 1-2 Big Ideas: Explain how words can hurt and the effects of bullyingStudents will learn the origin and meanings behind their nameStudents will learn the meanings of vocabulary words from the story Chrysa
Grades:
1st - 4th
Cinco de Mayo Writing FREEBIE!
Happy May 5th! I hope you enjoy this Cinco de Mayo writing FREEBIE!Check out my complete Cinco de Mayo resource pack found at my TpT store. My differentiated Mexico-themed activities are designed to improve the critical thinking, creative thinking, communication, research skills, and affective thinking of your students. Activities include creative writing resources, science experiments, classroom fun and games, additional problem solving activities, and much, much more! https://www.teachersp
Grades:
K - 5th
Radio Drama Play Script Bow Wow Blues A Comedy for Grades 7 to 9 Free Sample!
Hey new teacher! Are you looking for something fun, engaging and...funny? Check out my original radio theater script, Bow Wow Blues. This sample gives you a taste of the resource--the script has roles for 17 + students plus a sound effects and music crew. Students strengthen their reading, writing, listening and speaking skills while performing this play. This resources is formatted as a PDF and also as Google slides. HOW DO I USE THIS PRODUCT IN MY CLASSROOM? If I were you, (depending upon
Grades:
7th - 9th
Free Preview of CSI Time Travelers: A Gifted Unit
This is a 12-lesson unit for gifted 3rd-6th graders, designed to last one semester. It teaches the history of forensic science in a very hands-on and engaging way. Students track a criminal through history, but he keeps slipping away! The ancient forensic science techniques just aren't enough for keep up with this criminal. But when he reaches modern day and students can use modern day techniques, the criminal better watch out!The crimes occur in Medieval Times, the Wild West, and Modern Day
Grades:
3rd - 6th
Alice in Wonderland Math Club Activity Packet - Upper Elementary / Middle School
Enrichment activities inspired by Martin Gardner’s The Annotated Alice. Created for a math club of 3rd-5th graders. Includes fun secrets found in Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, the 1089 number reversal trick, and an interesting pattern using different number bases.
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Grades:
3rd - 6th
Memorial Day Writing FREEBIE!
I hope you and your students enjoy this FREE creative writing resource from me! I love using prompts such as these to encourage students to develop both their creative writing and creative thinking skills. For even more from me, follow me on my blog and/or visit my TpT store. There are tons of seasonal resources for you there, including "Let's Celebrate Cinco de Mayo" and "Let's Honor Our Veterans: Veterans Day and Memorial Day Enrichment." I hope these enrichment resources make your May eve
Grades:
K - 5th
Multiple Intelligences Survey Unit
This unit provides an overview of the 9 Multiple Intelligences by allowing students to develop a greater level of metacognition. It includes an inventory that helps the students better understand their areas of strength, and one activity per intelligence to expose students to the variety of tasks that may play to their strengths or that may be outside of their comfort zones. Each activity is designed to take 20-30 minutes, including reflection time using a reflection form.
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Grades:
2nd - 4th
Stop Motion Video Lesson
Stop Motion: a filming technique in which successive positions of objects (such as clay models) are photographed to produce the appearance of movement (Mirriam-Webster Definition)Create Stop Motion videos to incorporate Technology into the classroom. Use videos for digital storytelling, simulations of historical events, retelling of literary novels and more.My Robotics students create a Stop Motion Video using StopMotionVideo App on the iPad. This is a free app with paid upgrade options. Includ
Grades:
5th - 12th
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STAINED GLASS THEMATIC UNIT
This STAINED GLASS THEMATIC UNIT is a product-based lesson designed for gifted/talented students in grades 4 - 8. It may also be used in art curriculums. It incorporates group work, research, and many high order thinking skills in a four-step plan which culminates with the creating of an original stained glass picture. Gwennie used this unit for over 15 years with her 6th grade gifted students. It was one of their all-time favorite units! This would be an excellent unit for homeschooling.
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Grades:
4th - 7th
Earth Day Freebie: Creative Writing for You!
I hope you and your students enjoy this FREE creative writing resource from me! I love using prompts such as these to encourage students to develop both their creative writing and creative thinking skills. For even more from me, follow me on my blog and/or visit my TpT store at the address listed below. There are tons of seasonal resources for you there, including "Awesome April Activities for Your Classroom" and "Let's Celebrate Cinco de Mayo." I hope these enrichment resources make your Apr
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Grades:
1st - 5th
St. Patrick's Day Freebie: Creative Writing for You!
I hope you and your students enjoy this FREE St. Patrick's Day creative writing resource from me! For even more from me, follow me on my blog and/or visit my TpT store at the address listed below. There are tons of seasonal resources for you there, including "Marching ahead and Lucky to Be Learning," an interdisciplinary March enrichment resource for you!
My HUGE March bundle is available at https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/March-and-St-Patricks-Day-Bundled-Resource-Pack-3002731.
Grades:
1st - 5th
St. Patrick's Day Freebie: Another Creative Writing Resource for You!
I hope you and your students enjoy this second FREE St. Patrick's Day creative writing resource from me! For even more from me, follow me on my blog and/or visit my TpT store at the address listed below. There are tons of seasonal resources for you there, including "Marching ahead and Lucky to Be Learning," an interdisciplinary March enrichment resource for you, as well as "Awesome April Learning Activities" and "Eggs-cellent Learning Experiences!"
My HUGE March bundle is available at https
Grades:
1st - 5th
Local Government - Belonging
This unit provides opportunities for students to explore the local community. Students will learn about how decisions are made in local government and by whom. Students will look at how a community can be made up & the implications for the different groups involved. Students will learn how their rights and responsibilities play a major role within the community they live in.
GLOBAL CONNECTIONS OUTCOMES AND INDICATORS
SSS2.8 Investigates rights, responsibilities and decision making process
Grades:
3rd - 4th
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How to Use Khan Academy in Your Classroom
This Khan Academy Lesson Plan--How to Use Khan Academy in Your Classroom--shows how to use the popular--and 100% FREE--online math program in your classroom on an ongoing basis. Designed for 3rd-8th grade, this lesson is student-directed, self-paced, with lots of independence and authentic learning.* brief summary of project* suggested prior knowledge* Essential Question* Big Idea* Common Core alignment* ISTE alignment* Best Practices* suggested domain and academic vocabulary* likely tech proble
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3rd - 8th
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Parent and Student Unit of Study Interest Inventory
I will be using the Interest Inventory to help choose the next unit of study in my gifted pull out K-5 class.
I plan on tallying the votes,considering all feedback and deciding from there what we will study next!
I hope it helps you and your class! Please leave feedback if you like it!
Grades:
2nd - 5th
Book Madness FREEBIE - Bulletin Board Kit
Wanting to engage your students this March in Book Madness? This bulletin board kit is the perfect way to start! Use these printable signs to guide in creating your own jumbo-bracket. A photo guide is included.If you're interested in purchasing the full kit--which not only includes the bulletin board kit, but daily activities for your book tournament--check out the link below!Book Madness Kit
Grades:
2nd - 5th
NBL: NEED-BASED LEARNING
In the mid-1950s, humanistic psychologist Abraham Maslow created a theory of basic, psychological and self-fulfillment needs that motivate individuals to move consciously or subconsciously through levels or tiers based on our inner and outer satisfaction of those met or unmet needs.
This Resource Covers:
1. Maslow's Theory of Classroom Needs
2. Need Types
3. Needs Related to Learning
4. Students with Exceptional Needs
5. Students with Mislabeled Needs
6. Segregating Students with Special Needs
Grades:
Not Grade Specific
Graphic Organizer for Unit Planning
I hope this freebie graphic organizer comes in handy as you plan your next unit!
Included is 1 printable graphic organizer page as well as teacher notes on how I use this in my own planning.
Thank you for looking, and happy planning!
Copyright 2015 by Pamela J. Wendt of Hedgehog Reader
Grades:
K - 6th
Human Adaptations Choice Board
Human Adaptations Choice Board based on Multiple Intelligences
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Grades:
3rd - 4th
Drama and Literacy - Hand in Hand
Teaching drama is an inspiring way to get conversation going in a classroom. The first step to any class production, whether it be a simple reader's theatre or an ornate production of Alice in Wonderland is to develop students comfort level and understanding of what an "actor" is. This guide does exactly that.
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Grades:
2nd - 12th
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Active Listening and Active Learning (Back to School and More...)
Meet ACTIVE ANNIE and friends!!!STEAM and STEM-based classrooms recognize the importance of creativity and of flexible thinking and inquiry! Because of that, I am so excited to share the children of W.A.T.T. Valley with you!!! This brand new series has been years in development, and the characters you will meet in W.A.T.T. Valley have been thoughtfully designed to provide your students with inspiration, active engagement, and encouragement! This W.A.T.T. resource pack is a "sneak peek" that cen
Grades:
2nd - 5th
Explore Peru's Vibrant Cultura Chicha with Art-based MYP Digital Design
Explore the vibrant and colorful world of the Cultura Chicha of Peru with an interdisciplinary lesson that integrates MYP digital design and art into a fun and interactive Tinkercad project. These lesson resources are designed to inspire design teachers, gifted and talented teachers, and art educators. They offer an excellent opportunity to introduce students to the basics of 3D modeling while cultivating empathy and social awareness. These free pdf resources include:PBL Interdisciplinary Lesson
Grades:
4th - 12th
NGSS:
MS-ETS1-2
, HS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-4
, MS-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
 ...
Big Ideas about Universal Concepts
If you are interested in teaching Ideas and teaching students how to think about ideas and make connections, then these are absolutely essential tools for your teaching tool box.
These are awesome tools to get kids thinking and talking.
Grades:
Not Grade Specific
Lego Scientific Theory
Using the YouTube video produced by Lego, students will gain an understanding of "Scientific theory" using this lesson.
Grades:
2nd - 4th
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