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Elementary critical thinking vocabulary research
State Report Editable Template - Informational Report Writing Research Project
Looking for an organized way to help you guide your students to create meaningful, well-researched reports? The research project includes a student-written example, editable student directions, research pages, writing pages, and an editable rubric. Everything you need to teach and organize this social studies unit is included in this time-saving unit!It includes: A Student Written State Report ExampleList of States (I pull sticks and let the kids choose. This is my checklist.)Student Directions
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4th - 6th
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Genius Hour Activities
This is a pack of organizing tools to help you get started with genius hour in the primary grade classroom. In the pack, you will find resources that will help you get started and keep your students organized through the process.If you are not familiar with genius hour, you can see it in action here.I wanted to be sure I left most of the process of learning about something for my students to figure out, but I also needed to be sure I provided some structure. That is where this pack comes into p
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1st - 2nd
Analyze Bias Evaluate Websites Fact Check Wikipedia Research Skills Bundle
Print & digital versions! You'll have everything you need to teach the essentials of digital literacy and research skills with this bundled product. Sharpen students' critical thinking skills by engaging them in interesting, real-life learning tasks. Here's what teachers are saying about my Digital Literacy resources:"I think this may be the most thorough and well done resource I have ever purchased on here. THANK YOU. You're attention to detail and thoroughness have made my day so much si
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5th - 10th
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50 MORE Printables for Early Finishers & Enrichment
Keeping your fast finishers and enrichment students engaged just got easier! Never again hear a student say, "I'm done, what do I do now?" Although these are easy prep printables for you, they provide more than just fill in the blank busy work for your students.
This set of activities is based upon one my most highly rated, best selling products. You can see the first set of 50 printables
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Inside you will find critical and creative thinking activities for a wide range and ability of stud
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1st - 4th
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Weather and Climate Worksheets Student Notebook Research Graphic Organizers
Turn your students into Meteorologists with this student-illustrated Weather and Climate Research/Note-taking Handbook. This set of science notebook sheets and graphic organizers for Weather and Climate (including 46 weather and climate related vocabulary words) allows students to illustrate and organize their notes for key vocabulary and concepts. (Definitions are already included in the student handbook so that students can spend their time on learning and illustrating!)This resource is also i
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3rd - 5th
Inquiry and Research - A Student-Choice Guided Unit | Project-Based Learning
Inquiry-Based Learning: A thorough, guided system to help teach your students how to inquire, tune in, find out, reflect and present their findings. FOR ANY TOPIC.
What Is Inquiry-Based Learning?
Inquiry-Based teaching is a response to our current ‘knowledge based’ society and allows for effective and engaging teaching. Inquiry-Based Learning not about finding facts. Rather, it is about researching and answering questions or solving issues. It is a method of learning where students explore the
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4th - 7th
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Indigenous People in the Past A Collaborative Research Project
Teach your students in this twist on the jigsaw method about how the First Nations, Métis, and Inuit people in Canada connect to the land as part of their belief system historically. Students will research the ways of life in the past and consider how they have changed over time.This engaging research project includes:a full lesson to help your students understand how geographical location impacts cultures both in the past and present.a Google Slides version so most of the project can be done di
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4th - 6th
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Also included in: Alberta Social Studies Bundle Grade 4
Butterfly Observation Journal | Painted Lady | Butterfly Lifecycle | Spring
Students love to be scientists. I created these butterfly observation journals to make it easier for them to record their findings. Each page has an official-looking clipboard outline to help validate their scientist status. I included the common caterpillar cup but what I'm most excited about is the drawing of the butterfly net / habitat. In the past, my students struggled to draw it. Now it's available halfway through their journal, just in time for the butterfly emergence. I can't wait for
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PreK - 3rd
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Ecosystems and Biomes Research Project - Vocabulary Activities and Word Wall
This Ecosystems Science Bundle includes the Ecosystems/Animal Research Project, Ecosystems vocabulary mat and study slips, ecosystems word wall, and self-checking, web-based ecosystems Boom Cards hosted at Boom Learning. Check out each products' preview to learn more about what's included and find the list of vocabulary these resources target below. NOW INCLUDES GOOGLE SLIDES FOR GOOGLE CLASSROOM VERSION OF ECOSYSTEMS RESEARCH PROJECT! > > > ECOSYSTEMS RESEARCH PROJECT BASED LEARNINGTak
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4th - 6th
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Weather Tools and Instruments Research Unit with PowerPoint
Easily and thoroughly teach your students about weather tools in science with these ready to go materials and PowerPoint! This unit is interactive and utilizes multimodal strategies to increase student engagement and outcomes. The weather tools unit is a comprehensive week long unit that integrates technology, vocabulary, writing, art, reading strategies and more! Students will respond to informational text by answering questions in a student booklet in a variety of formats. Students will learn
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1st - 3rd
Also included in: Science and Social Studies YEAR LONG POCKETBOOK MEGA Bundle!
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Discovering the Summer Olympics [MEGA] 6-Part BUNDLE Unit with PowerPoints!
Get your students engaged with informational text by teaching a 6 week long unit on the Summer Olympics! This bundle includes 6 separate week long unit plans that are also sold individually (Ancient Olympics, Modern Olympics, Swimming, Gymnastics, Track and Field and Basketball) in addition to supplemental activities to give you an in-depth look at how the games began, what they are like today, as well as 4 of the most popular events. All 6 units have been bundled together for a discount price
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2nd - 4th
Social Media Research Project - PBL
If you would like to purchase the 100% EDITABLE version of this product, click here! Great for differentiation!This resource can be printed and used in the classroom or be used for distance learning with Google Slides.Empower your students to analyze the impact of social media in today's society.In 2017, there were about 2.5 billion people using social media worldwide with this amount only expected to increase in the future. People use social media to quickly and easily talk to, connect with, an
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5th - 12th
Etymology Vocabulary Project
Use this mini-research project to explore the history of the English language, word origins, and how words are added to the language.In this enrichment lesson, students learn about word etymology, select a personally meaningful theme, and assemble a collection of terms related to that theme in a personal dictionary. The finished product is a booklet, poster, or other visual display with the terms and definitions as well as labels indicating the etymology of the words. Word Etymology Categories
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5th - 6th
Genius Hour
Genius Hour is a great way for students to research topics of their own interests! Are you looking for a way to keep your Genius Hour organized? In this resource, students will have to practice reading, writing, listening and speaking skills while creating their project.This resource includes the steps you can take to complete Genius Hour - however, it is your classroom and you can use how you see fit! Check out the preview for an overview of what you will get with this product!Genius Hour Packe
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4th - 6th
How to Spot Fake News Websites Activity Cards
Equip your students with essential digital literacy skills using our carefully curated set of 15 interactive how to spot fake news websites activity cards. Designed specifically for elementary students, these cards will guide them in identifying and debunking fake news on the internet. Take the first step in combating misinformation and nurturing responsible digital citizens. Benefits:✅ Cultivate Critical Thinking: Foster a generation of critical thinkers who question information sources and mak
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3rd - 6th
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Also included in: Fake News Elementary Activity Cards & Worksheet Bundle
All About Arctic Animals (100 pages of crafts, writing activities, text, & v
***UPDATED (2/2/16)- I added all the pages for a walrus and updated graphics, fonts, and more vocabulary pages for all animals. I kept penguins in the pack as a good compare/contrast activity for the kiddos...plus they are super cute!***
This awesome pack includes lots of activities to help your kiddos learn about different Arctic animals in a fun and interactive way.
The students can do research and investigate arctic foxes, polar bears, caribous, walruses, and penguins. Although it requires a
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K - 5th
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Renewable and Nonrenewable Energy Sources Project Bundle
Two dynamic renewable and nonrenewable energy sources projects. Student will apply research skills to learn about renewable and nonrenewable energy sources and then apply their knowledge to help a fictional community decide which two energy sources are best for their town. These projects put students in charge of their learning and keep them motivated with real life scenarios while improving their critical thinking, persuasive writing, and public speaking skills, and research skills. Minimal p
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5th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS3-1
, MS-ESS3-4
, MS-ESS3-3
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Human Body Systems Research [MEGA] 6-Part Unit with PowerPoint Bundle
Get your students engaged with informational text by teaching a 6 week long unit on human body systems! This bundle includes 6 separate week long unit plans that are also sold individually (Muscular, Skeletal, Digestive, Respiratory, Circulatory and Nervous) All 6 units have been bundled together for a discount price of 20% off. The materials in this unit are interactive and utilize multimodal strategies to increase student engagement and outcomes. The Human Body Systems MEGA unit is a compreh
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1st - 3rd
Debate for Kids & Tweens (Tips, Outlines, Rubrics & Other Resources)
Teaching students to debate is not just for debate teachers!Attention all 4th-8th grade ELA, social studies, and speech communication teachers! Debate for KIDS & TWEENS is a great way to improve your student's argumentation, organization, writing, research, interpersonal and group communication skills.This file includes the following resources to simplify the complicated world of debate AND to make learning (and arguing) FUN:Page 1 Table of contentsPage 2 Notes for the teacherPage 3
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4th - 8th
A Complete Set of IB PYP Exhibition Resources Distance Learning
Digital file included*The IB PYP Exhibition! The big event that is truly a journey of discovery for the children as they work their way through this valuable process, culminating in a final Exhibition; presenting their work over the past few months as well as show casing their growth and knowledge over the course of their PYP education. This bundle of resources is here to help you, dear teachers, as you embark upon this journey with them. It includes the best selling Journey Through the IB PYP E
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4th - 6th
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The Four Seasons PowerPoint Presentations for K-1 and special education
Teach all about the four seasons with four PowerPoint presentations, one on each of the seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer. Learn about the weather, holidays, activities to do and clothing. This resource ONLY includes the presentations without any additional resources that are included in the full unit. Included with your purchase: *FALL PowerPoint: 19 slides*WINTER PowerPoint: 18 slides*SPRING PowerPoint: 20 slides*SUMMER PowerPoint: 16 slidesInterested in more than just the PowerPoint prese
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K - 2nd
Genius Hour
Genius Hour Template for Elementary - This Genius Hour (Passion Project) is designed especially for primary grades and beginners. These Genius Hour templates are simple enough for beginning readers and most pages can be adapted for even non-readers by completing the pages with drawings. You can implement Genius Hour with even the youngest learners with the help of this resource. These pages would also work to implement Genius Hour for Special needs students. This Genius Hour Plan is designed
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K - 2nd
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Project Based Learning - Animals in Winter | PBL | plans | rubric | assessment
Animals in winter is a perfect resource for project-based learning. Let your students explore the wonders of how animals use different strategies to survive changes in their environment.This project based learning unit focuses on the animals chosen by the students, two animals that hibernate (bear and hedgehog), two animals that migrate (monarch butterfly and duck), and two animals that adapt (rabbit and deer) during the season of winter. This PBL was “piloted” on a preK class and they had a GRE
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PreK - K
4th Grade Science Projects, Weekly Research All Year, PDF and Digital!
No-Prep! Thirty-two science weekly enrichment projects in which students research engaging topics and then answer the follow-up questions. The questions, not only provide an authentic way for students to broaden their depth of science knowledge in a natural way, but they reinforce basic science grade level standards. For example: when studying a rainforest; the students will research the climate, habitat, natural resources and other attributes to research the answers to interesting hot topic que
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4th
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