Middle school critical thinking basic principles resources for Montessori

Basic Principles, Biology, Science

NGSS:

HS-LS2-3

, MS-LS2-2

, MS-LS2-3

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MRS GREN what makes something a living organism?

Created by

Montessorikiwi

Needs & Characteristics of Living Things: Montessori inspired biology, zoology or botany tool. These 5 part cards help students learn the processes or characteristics of life using the MRS GREN Mneomic to find what makes something a living thing. Help students learn what makes an animal or plant a living thing by learning the definition of Movement, Respiration, Sensitivity, Growth, Reproduction, Excretion, Nutrition.Includes- 2 x posters with MRS GREN written on them and what each letter s

Subjects:

Grades:

5th - 7th

Types:

Basic Principles, Chemistry, Science

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Montessori-inspired Periodic Table of Elements Printable Pack

Created by

Every Star Is Different

Table of Contents· Black and White Periodic Table of Elements· Periodic Table of Elements Symbol Nomenclature Cards· Periodic Table of Elements Picture Nomenclature Cards· Periodic Table of Elements Description Cards· Periodic Table of Elements Fact Cards· Periodic Table of Elements Symbol Syllable Clip Cards· Periodic Table of Elements Group Description Cards· Periodic Table of Elements Group Lists

Subjects:

Grades:

PreK - 6th

Types:

Basic Principles, Biology, Science

MRS GREN comparison between fungi, animal and plants

Created by

Montessorikiwi

Needs and Characteristics of Living Things: Montessori inspired biology, zoology or botany tool. Children compare how an elephant, sunflower and fungi meet their needs using the MRS GREN mnemonic.This works well after the second great story and is ideal for homeschool or elementary classroom.Help students learn what makes an animal , fungi or plant a living thing by learning the definition of Movement, Respiration, Sensitivity, Growth, Reproduction, Excretion, Nutrition with real examplesIncl

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Grades:

5th - 7th

Types:

Mental Health Resources for Kids Teens and Adults

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The Feelings Wheel Guide for Teens | Understanding and Labeling Feelings

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Feelings and Emotion Wheel. Many children & teens struggle with labeling their emotions. These worksheets help them identify how they are feeling and come up with additional descriptive words.Use this as a tool to communicate with the child/teen and further understand how they are processing their environment.Included (5 pages) ....1. Feelings wheel2. What is the feelings wheel?3. Benefits of using the feelings wheel4. How to read the rings of the wheel5. Application of the feelings wheelThi

Subjects:

Character Education, Critical Thinking, School Counseling

Grades:

5th - 12th

Types:

Basic Principles, Biology, Environment

Ecology 101: Key Concepts & Activities

Created by

Open Door Press

What exactly is meant by "biodiversity" and "invasive species"? Children will hear these words, but may not have a clear concept of their meaning. This Ecology 101 study introduces children to 22 key ecology concepts that are part of our everyday language. The terms are explained in simple, clear language for the elementary child. Ecology is the study of populations within their respective environments or ecosystems. In gaining an understanding of ecological concepts, the child comes to unders

Subjects:

Grades:

2nd - 6th

Types:

Unit Plans, Homeschool Curricula, Montessori

Geometry Construction Card Set

Created by

Jody Malterre

Set includes 18 self directed cards for students to create geometry constructions. Cards start very basic (such as duplicating a line segment or angle) and progress to more challenging constructions (making a parallelogram or inscribing a triangle in a circle). The cards include loads of vocabulary and are color coded by each step so that students can complete on their own or in a group. My Montessori kids love them!

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, Geometry, Gifted and Talented

Grades:

3rd - 8th

Types:

GATE, Montessori, Centers

Electricity - Three/Four Part Cards

Created by

Basic Principles, Physical Science, Science

This set of three part cards should be used to teach students electricity's basic concepts. Topics included are: electricity, charge, current, insulator, conductor, circuit, battery, and static electricity. This set contains a control card (word and picture), word card, picture card, and information card for each term. Cards should be printed onto card stock, cut and laminated before classroom use. I made these cards to go along with my yearly study of atoms, magnetism, and electricity. I also h

Subjects:

Grades:

1st - 6th

Types:

Homeschool Curricula, Montessori, Centers

Magnetism - Three Part Cards

Created by

Basic Principles, Physical Science, Science

A set of 12 three part cards that can be used to teach the basic principals of magnetism. The set includes a picture card, word card, and description card for the following concepts: magnet, atom, Van Allen Belts, magnetic force, magnetite, magnetic field lines, magnetosphere, magnetic pole, compass, magnetic domain, magnetic field, and William Gilbert. Cards should be printed onto card stock, cut, and laminated for classroom use.

Subjects:

Grades:

1st - 6th

Types:

Homeschool Curricula, Montessori

Photosynthesis - Three Part Cards

Created by

Basic Principles, Environment, Science

This is a set of three part cards used to teach students the basic principals of photosynthesis. There are cards for the following topics: photosynthesis, sunlight, chlorophyll, water, and carbon dioxide. Each topic is illustrated with a word card, a picture card, a control card (word and picture) and a definition card. Cards should be printed onto card stick, cut, and laminated for classroom use.

Subjects:

Grades:

1st - 6th

Types:

Homeschool Curricula, Printables, Montessori

Montessori Story of the Universe Powerpoint

Created by

Lessons with Laila

Montessori Story of the Universe Powerpoint. Montessori Materials teach children fundamental skills in a unique and exciting hands-on, discovery based way. This is the story of the Coming of the Universe according to Scientific Theory. It is designed for Montessori Teachers. The universe started with a "force" (some may call it a bang, some may call it God, and some may call it something else). Explore this humorous slide show, filled with the most widely accepted theories of the Universe!

Subjects:

Basic Principles, Physical Science, Science

Grades:

3rd - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education

Types:

PowerPoint Presentations, Montessori

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Morning Meeting Questions for a Student-Led Meeting + Prompts!

Created by

For the 100th Time

Morning Meeting Questions & Prompts In this document you will find 20 questions and prompts for a student-led morning classroom meeting. Each question has a prompt on the back that can help the students start their answer or encourage them to build a complete sentence. ***************************************************************************** Stay Connected: For the 100th Time Facebook! . For the 100th Time Pinterest. *****************************************************************

Subjects:

Classroom Management, Critical Thinking, English Language Arts

Grades:

K - 6th

Types:

Critical Thinking, Science, Visual Arts

Clay Slab Bird Patterns For Beginning Ceramic Artists

Created by

The Art Lady's Store

This download includes 3 ceramic slab built 3/D clay bird patterns to help the beginning ceramic artist create their own 3D clay birds. Bird sizes vary from 3 1/2 inches to 8". Includes easy patterns, and written instructions. Endless possibilities can be achieved with these basic bird forms, by adding a few bits of clay, the Artist can create an array of abstract or realistic birds. Also includes a crown pattern to add a bit of whimsy and fun to your bird. I originally designed these birds to b

Subjects:

Grades:

5th - 12th, Adult Education

Types:

Activities, Handouts, Montessori

The Prisoner's Dilemma and Power

Created by

Montessori Physical Education

The Prisoner's Dilemma is a classic scenario in game theory that explores how rational individuals may not always make the best decisions when they are in a situation where they must choose between cooperation and betrayal. The dilemma involves two individuals who are arrested and charged with a crime. The police offer each individual a deal: if they cooperate and confess, they will receive a reduced sentence. However, if one confesses and the other remains silent, the one who confesses will go

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, Physical Education, Psychology

Grades:

5th - 8th

Types:

Games, Montessori, Lesson

Bundle: 40 End-of-the-day & Morning Questions for Student-led Meetings.

Created by

For the 100th Time

Bundle Questions for Morning and End-of-the-day Meetings! In this file you will find two documents: -End-of-the-day Questions for Wrap Up:20 questions and prompts for an end-of-the-day wrap up. Each question has a prompt that can help the students start their answer or encourage them to build a complete sentence. -Morning Meeting Questions: 20 questions and prompts for a student-led morning classroom meeting. Each question has a prompt on the back that can help the students start their answer

Subjects:

Classroom Community, Critical Thinking, For All Subjects

Grades:

1st - 6th

Types:

Montessori

Valentine paper circuit card STEM activity

Created by

Bee a maker

valentine paper circuit cardThe product includes details on how to connect dc electric paper circuit using : Adhesive Copper tape, button cell, LED etc and making a beautiful lighting card on Valentine's day or birthday

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, Science, Valentine's Day

Grades:

4th - 6th

Types:

Activities, Montessori, Centers

FREE Next Dollar Up Strategy Work Task Task Boxes** FREE

Created by

High SPED Adventures

Students will look at each item and it's price and then match to the next dollar amount correctly with this digital file! Simple print and laminate for durability (optional) and then hole punch in the circle to hand on my wooden pine jig for sorting. This is a free download, with full use cards as a preview to our full file Next Dollar Up Work Task. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This file can be modified to

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, Life Skills, Special Education

Grades:

1st - 8th

Types:

Scientific Process Skills - Three Part Cards

Created by

Basic Principles, General Science, Science

This set of three part cards should be used to teach students about the seven Scientific Process Skills. Skills included are: Observation, Classification, Estimation, Measurement, Prediction, Inferring, and Communication. This set contains a control card (word and picture), word card, picture card, and information card for each skill. Cards should be printed onto card stock, cut and laminated before classroom use. I made these cards to go along with a study on the Scientific Method and Great Sci

Subjects:

Grades:

K - 6th

Types:

Homeschool Curricula, Montessori, Centers

What Is Genius Hour?

Created by

The Problem-Solving Teacher

This Genius Hour Project unit will bring you from the question "What is Genius Hour?" to Genius Hour questions to research and wrap it up with Genius Hour presentations. Having a Genius Hour allows time for meaningful student-driven learning and application. Remote learning is a prime opportunity to let students learn more about their interests in an academic-driven way while at home for extra hours. There are easy grading rubrics for your pitch & wrap-up presentations.Ideal for 4th grade, 5

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, Life Skills, Problem Solving

Grades:

4th - 7th

Types:

Projects, Activities, Montessori

FREE 5 Food Groups Work Task Autism Work JigTask Boxes** FREE

Created by

High SPED Adventures

Students will sort food items into the different food groups with this digital file! Simple print and laminate for durability (optional) and then hole punch in the circle to hand on my wooden pine jig for sorting. This is a free download full use file as a preview/teaser to our full file here. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This file can be modified to work with file folders and baskets as well, but my student

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, Life Skills, Special Education

Grades:

1st - 8th

Types:

Independent vs. Dependent Variable Activity

Created by

Basic Principles, Other (Science), Science

This activity can help students learn the difference between independent and dependent variables. Terms included are: Independent Variable, Dependent Variable, and Controlled Variable. There are matching cards and a control to allow students to self-check. The control is shaded. Also included are two activity sheets with answer keys. (Keys Not Shown)

Subjects:

Grades:

1st - 6th

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