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Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) Breakdown - MS and HS Life Science
This free product, by It’s Not Rocket Science, is designed to help you understand the Next Generation Science Standards* for life science – both middle school and high school. These standards, and the details behind them, have been re-organized in this product to be easier to read, understand, and implement in your classroom. I’ve read through the many pages on the website and re-arranged the content in a way that I’ve found to be more teacher-friendly for using in my classroom – and I hope i
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Not Grade Specific
Continent of Africa - Thematic Unit
In this complete 7 lesson plan introduce your student to the continent of Africa. Study the animals that live in Africa,learn about the anatomy of a lion, explore the continent and the cultures of people who live there. To purchase all the materials mentioned in the lesson plans please visit www.getbrainykit.com
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PreK - 3rd
Revised Bloom's Taxonomy: Cognitive Process Dimension
Are you a little bit baffled by Bloom's Taxonomy? Do you have one of those flip charts with all the verbs for each Bloom's level, but still feel lost?
This tool will help you identify exactly where your questions and other instructional tasks lie on the Revised Bloom's Taxonomy.*
The chart not only identifies all six areas of Bloom's (remember, understand, apply, analyze, evaluate, create), but it goes MUCH deeper by breaking down each level into specific cognitive processes, the thinking and
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Not Grade Specific
Math Mystery Menu Checklist & Guide - 1st Grade
This Math Mystery Menu Guide includes my entire first-grade list of math mysteries that use the elimination process. When I create new first-grade math mysteries (I plan to make more), I will update this file to include in the listing.Teacher/student checklist and reference are on pages 3 and 4 in table format. The table includes a brief outline of skills involved in a specific story packet. Tick the completed box as you, your class, or individual students finish a mystery packet. All of the sto
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1st
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Also included in: COMPLETE 1st Grade Math Mystery Bundle - Fun Math Review Activities
Assessing Understanding: General and Analytic Rubrics for Math Performance Tasks
Current trends in mathematics assessment require standards based grading systems that assess mastery and understanding beyond knowledge and skills. The standards based rubric is the method of choice for performance task assessments. I offer my rationale and two versions for use in all your standards based grading.
The General Rubric contains four grading categories that are concise, consistent, and easily translatable to traditional grading strategies. This general rubric can be used for day t
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5th - 12th, Higher Education
Restorative Practices: Academic Peace Circle Plan Sheet and Values Exercise
Academic Peace Circles fall under the umbrella of Restorative Practices, which evolved from Restorative Justice. The fundamental premise of restorative practices is that people are happier, more cooperative and productive, and more likely to make positive changes when those in authority do things with them, rather than to them or for them.
Using Circles is not new, but applying Circles to an instructional environment allows a teacher to reap the benefits of restorative environment without sacr
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Not Grade Specific
Restorative Circle ToolKit for Teachers: Building a Positive Classroom Community
Here is a great toolkit to add to your resources if you are using Restorative Circles or plan on trying them. It includes a T-Chart of student role and Teacher role, a letter to parents about Restorative Circles, a planning sheet for lessons, an example plan, and a brainstorm sheet for students so that they can help decide on a talking piece. If you are wanting to create a positive classroom and prove to your principal that you are highly effective this toolkit should help you begin this proce
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2nd - 5th
PE Escape Challenge
Update- I decided to make this a FREE resource! I tried to make it as easy to understand and follow as I possibly could, however I understand that the concept is not simple and clear cut just by the nature of the activity. With that being said, please enjoy and pick what you want from it to bring it to life in your gym/classroom!Also, take a look at my newest creation.....Mr. Clark's Mystery Clue Fitness Game The clock is ticking..... The box needs to be unlocked! Hurry! You must find the ke
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4th - 12th
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Also included in: Mr. Clark's Everything in One Bundle
Zoology Curriculum Map, Pacing Guide, and Learning Objectives
Current, future, or prospective zoology teacher desperate for some guidance on how to structure your zoology course? There's a new activity-based, all-inclusive full-year zoology curriculum here to help!11 years ago, I was given the opportunity to design and teach a new science course at our school district. After an impactful experience in my own high-school zoology class, zoology was a natural choice for my course. While having the freedom to develop an elective is exciting, I was overwhelmed
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
Also included in: Zoology Curriculum | Complete Course Bundle
What is The Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT)?
If you're looking to help your students do well on the CogAT, this resource is the perfect place to start! The Cognitive Abilities Test, also called the CogAT, is a common screening assessment for placing students into Gifted and Talented programs and determining placement in private schools. The first time I heard of the CogAT was the day my students were going to take it. That caused a lot of frustration and anxiety in my classroom. I decided to start preparing my students for the CogAT. I cre
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Not Grade Specific
Also included in: CogAT Verbal Reasoning BUNDLE for Subtests 1-3 Grades 2 and Up
Anatomy and Physiology Curriculum Catalog and Course Sequence - FREE
If you're teaching Anatomy and Physiology, this catalog will help you find the resources you need for your classroom.This document contains a price list and links to all of Science Island’s Anatomy and Physiology resources, a link to sign up for a FREE Planning and Pacing Guide for A&P, and a suggested course sequence.Feel free to email me at scienceisland2014@gmail.com if you have any questions.To PREVIEW my Complete Anatomy and Physiology Curriculum, click HERE.Aloha and Happy Teaching!Car
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11th - 12th, Higher Education
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NSW Secondary School 2024 Yearly Digital Planner
2024 Yearly Planner - Secondary School (NSW Term Dates)This product gives you access to an editable Digital Planner to help set out your Terms for 2024. It includes:Formatting of tables for all FOUR TermsDates added for the entire school year (NSW Public Holiday dates have been blocked out)Template for structuring each periodAbility to edit/format the way you likeAbility to download and use with Microsoft Excel
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
Zoology Resources: What to Purchase for a Year-long Zoology Course
Is this your first time teaching Zoology or are you looking for new materials on a particular topic?This Google Doc includes a guide to all of my Zoology curriculum files posted to TeachersPayTeachers. It shows everything available for purchase by chapter & topic so you don't have to waste your time scrolling my store to find what you need.
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8th - 12th, Higher Education
Bloom's Taxonomy: Higher Order Thinking Question Stems (for students & teachers)
Use Bloom's Taxonomy Question Stems to write great questions. These higher order thinking question stems will encourage critical thinking in your classroom! This PDF helps you put Bloom's Taxonomy into practice by providing question stems for each level of thinking. Are you creating questions for a discussion, reading reflection, or a project? Elevate your prompts by using these question stems. These question stems can be used for almost any assessment in any subject area. Teach students to writ
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6th - 12th
Frog Dissection Guide / Free Teacher's Guide (for my self-paced student guide)
This free document is intended to support those who purchase my Self-paced Frog Dissection Guide.Why this manual was created: When I began teaching in the late '70s, I was frustrated with the guides available to teachers. The descriptions were often confusing and the illustrations were much too small. For several years I had all students complete one step at a time, and I provided students with a compilation of various illustrations. While the students still enjoyed the unit, I must admit that t
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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How to Read a Bar Graph: Grades 2 to ...
Teach your students to read and interpret bar graphs. This teacher guide may be used for students as early as grade 2. Challenge your students to think more critically and become better mathematicians.
Download this guide and start your students on their way to becoming better problem graphic interpreters. FREE.
Some additional activities you may wish to check out: (Just click on the link provided)
Learning to read graphs. Freebie
Learning to Read Graphs
Reading a line graph.
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2nd - 12th, Adult Education
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Your Quick Guide to Hatching Chicks in the Classroom
If you've thought of hatching chicks in your elementary science class, but hesitated because you didn't know exactly how, then relax! This short and easy to read guide provides you with information you need to make chick hatching a success, from adjusting your mindset, to selecting good eggs, to providing a good home for the chicks when they outgrow your classroom. Step into your new adventure with confidence and make it a science class your students will never forget!
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K - 3rd
Bloom's Taxonomy Wheel Guide & Poster for Teachers & Students
Unlock Deeper Learning with Bloom's Taxonomy!This free resource provides a comprehensive guide to Bloom's Taxonomy, a framework for promoting critical thinking and higher-order learning skills in your classroom.Teachers:Dive into each level of Bloom's Taxonomy: Gain a clear understanding of the cognitive processes involved at each level, from remembering basic facts to evaluating complex ideas to creating new products.Craft effective questions: Discover a wealth of verbs and question stems tailo
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Not Grade Specific
Ocean Lessons / Rocky Shore Unit / Ecosystem Unit / Elementary Science Unit
The Rocky Shore Marine Science Curriculum: An Ecosystem Unit for Elementary Educators was created to provide elementary teachers and their students a comprehensive, standards-based science unit. This unit is a free, quality resource on the rocky shore ecosystem. Ecosystems are valuable life science topics taught throughout the world because of the unique interactions that occur between their organisms and physical environments, as well as the importance of maintaining the health of each ecosyste
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2nd - 6th
Metrology, the Science of Measurement
Brief Lesson Description: Students explore the hands-on world of measurement and metrology. Performance Expectation(s): NGSS-HS0-ETS1-2: Design a solution to a complex real-world problem by breaking it down into smaller, more manageable problems that can be solved through engineering.Specific Learning Outcomes: 1. Understand the importance of measurement in scientific inquiry and engineering design. 2. Develop skills in using a variety of measurement tools and techniques with precision and acc
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6th - 12th
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NGSS:
HS-ETS1-2
How to Read a Pie Chart: Grades 2 to ...
Teach your students to read and interpret pie chart. This teacher guide may be used for students as early as grade 2. Challenge your students to think more critically and become better mathematicians.
Download this guide and start your students on their way to becoming better problem graphic interpreters. FREE.
Some additional activities you may wish to check out: (Just click on the link provided)
Learning to read graphs. Freebie
Learning to Read Graphs
Reading a line graph.
Rea
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2nd - 12th, Adult Education
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Book Club Facilitator Guide
Would you like to lead a Book Study on Nature Unveiled? Here is a free download that will help you facilitate the group discussion. Pair this with the science resources to become the expert on the subject matter or provide videos for group discussion. Science Resource for Nature Unveiled
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Not Grade Specific
Observations, Reflections & Forward Planning Simplified for EYLF, Childcare, FDC
This e-guide aims to simplify the documentation basics of writing child observations,critical reflections and then using the information for forward planning. Also walks educators through the following topics:1. What are observations and why/how do we do them in early childhood?. 2. Busting popular Australian EYLF planning myths that are currently causing unnecessary work for educators. 3. How to identify which observation style and template to use (and how many you need) including tips for usin
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PreK - K, Staff
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