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12th grade science scripts under $5
Game: Murder at the Manor (mystery party activity)
If you like Game of Thrones, you'll enjoy Murder at The Manor
The Earl Henry is dead and without an heir on the eve of the annual tournament and feast. Who could have done such a dastardly deed at the castle? His 4th wife? The traveling minstrel? One of his sisters or a host of other relatives, servants and knights from the realm? Play a suspect and a detective as you investigate the crime set in Medieval Europe.
Mystery party games are an engaging alternative to hum drum usual fare and
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Game: The Will Murder Mystery activity/script & lesson plans
THE WILL MURDER MYSTERY ACTIVITY When rich old Mrs. Wetherington dies the family and staff are shocked, not at her death (after all she was old and many people wanted her dead) but at her will. The bulk of the estate would go to the person who fingered her murderer. Skeletons in closets, blackmail and underhanded dealings all abound at the family estate as everyone points fingers and declares their innocence. Mystery activities are an engaging alternative to hum drum get togethers, typical drama
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Game: Who Shot Prospector Pete (Murder Mystery activity)
Prospector Pete is found shot in the back at his mining claim with a peck of people possibly involved including his wife Betsy, the Raindance Kid, Hoss Steel, Lily Lang Tree (or is it Land Tree?) and many more. Jump right in as a suspect and a detective and figure out who did it.
Mystery party games are an engaging alternative to hum drum usual fare and make wonderful drama activities. Add spice to that theater class, family reunion, retreat or birthday/anniversary party. Acting experience and
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Reader's Theater Play - How The Scopes Monkey Trial Altered America
The Scopes Monkey Trial is one of the most misunderstood events in American history. What we only refer to with a poking, prodding stick (because it deals with evolution) actually turned the United States's political sphere upside down, thanks to the bombastic debate and trial levied by Charles Darrow and William Jennings Bryan.
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5th - 12th
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Should We Bring Planet Pluto Back?
This reader's theater is for a small group of 4. In it, Olivia believes that Pluto should be reclassified a planet again. Sam thinks it should be kept as a dwarf planet. The evidence is discussed and students are left with the decision. When this reader’s theater is over, students write a response stating their opinion and using evidence. I wrote this one because my students enjoyed debating it became a good way to get interest built up for an argumentative paper. I use all of my Reader's Theate
History of DNA - "Discovering DNA - A Play in Four Acts"
The discovery of DNA as the genetic material was the work of many scientists in the early 20th century. Griffith, Avery, Hershey, Chase, Watson, Crick, Wilkins and Franklin all contributed to this important discovery. However, these names and the experiments associated with their discoveries are often boring and confusing to students. This lesson brings those experiments to life. Students become actors and put on a funny play illustrating the work of these scientists. A student handout accomp
Zootopia Scavenger Hunt Worksheet, Biome and Ecology Activity and Lesson
New Teacher? New Course? Or just need an engaging lesson on the fly with very little prep needed? Scripted Teacher lesson plans offers engaging lessons broken down minute by minute to help you easily navigate your lesson.Objective: Students will understand the concepts of ecology and its application to real-world scenarios through the viewing and analysis of the Disney movie Zootopia.Each lesson has different activities. From cooperative learning activities, to inquiry based case studies, each l
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Discussion Moves Sentence Stems Desk Mat
Looking to enhance student conversation in your classroom? I created the following Discussion Moves Sentence Stems Desk Mat to support my students when discussing and sharing ideas. You can print these out and laminate them to add to your desk as a go-to reference for students. The moves include: State an idea / Make a point Build on ideas and ElaborateChallenge ideasUse evidence and examplesSynthesize main pointsParaphrase and clarify
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6th - 12th
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Periodic Table Clipart
Periodic Table Clipart
Periodic Table of Elements: Commercial Use
This collection includes 4 Periodic Table of Elements in PNG format, sized 8 x 11. There are 118 Elements included on the Tables. There are 2 that include the element number and abbreviation in full color and BW. There are 2 that are blank periodic tables in full color and BW. The 4 versions of this chart are provided to add flexibility for use.
These images may be resized to be placed into products that you create. None of t
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3rd - 12th
Welcome Back to School Letter Meet the Teacher Parent Night EDITABLE
Welcome Back to School Letter Meet the Teacher Parent Night EDITABLEThis back to school letter template is a great resource to engage parents to support students.The letter template includes the following sections:Background information about your teaching experience Major topics that will be covered in your course Two goals you have for your studentsCommunication avenues that families can use to contact youInformation, including at least two specific examples, about how families can support stu
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PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
I Think My TV is Alive! - What Makes Things Living or Nonliving?
This is a small group reader's theater is for 4 students. This ties science into reading and is a great way to do two things at the same time. This script was intended to help students review living and nonliving things. In the script - Chris wasn’t paying close attention in class and thinks his TV is alive because it talks and eats electricity. His friends paid attention though and are able to share the list of characteristics that living things must have in order to be alive. They practice rem
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4th - 12th, Adult Education
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Script: Mystery of Wool Island
The Page family returns for the first time to their summer cottage on Virginia Beach after the death of their father. A hurricane, the discovery of a chest with a possible treasure map inside and a romantic relationship provide plenty of action and suspense.
The preview to see the production notes and the first two scenes in the play.
The 55 minute play can be used for performance or for Reader's Theater to improve fluency and comprehension while giving students an authentic reason to read,
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3rd - 12th
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Modified Socratic Seminar Script
Looking for a way to get all of your kids to participate in academic dialogue? Socratic Seminars are a great tool especially when you modify them so kids are placed in small groups allowing all voices to be heard in your classroom. This modified Socratic Seminar script will guide your students through the entire Socratic Seminar process so they can have academic dialogue while also running self-sufficient groups.
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3rd - 12th
What Color Were The Dinosaurs - All About Fossils - Spanish Reader's Theater
This is a small group reader's theater is for 4 students. This ties science into reading and is a great way to do two things at the same time. This script was intended to introduce or reinforce a lesson about fossils, dinosaurs, and theories. In Spanish this script is called '¿De qué color eran los dinosaurios?'In the script, Juan and George are arguing about what color dinosaurs were. Sage and Rita try to help by telling them about fossils. Juan and George didn’t know what they were until they
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[TED ED] [Awesome Nature] #8 Why do we harvest horseshoe crab blood? Worksheet
[TED ED] [Awesome Nature] #8 Why do we harvest horseshoe crab blood? WorksheetThis Worksheet contains5 comprehension questions,3-5 deep think questionsDiscussion Questions,vocabulary listvideo scriptanswer keysThank you for purchasing this product.
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: [TED ED] [Awesome Nature] #1-10 Biology Worksheets Bundle
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[TED ED] [Awesome Nature] #118 The mysterious origins of life on Earth Worksheet
[TED ED] [Awesome Nature] #118 The mysterious origins of life on Earth WorksheetEach Worksheet contains4-6 comprehension questions,2-4 deep think questionsDiscussion Questionvocabulary listvideo scriptanswer keysThank you for purchasing this product.
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: [TED ED] [Awesome Nature] #113-122 Biology Worksheets Bundle
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[TED ED] [Awesome Nature] #55 Feedback loops: How nature gets its rhythms
[TED ED] [Awesome Nature] #55 Feedback loops: How nature gets its rhythms WorksheetEach Worksheet contains5 comprehension questions,3-5 deep think questionsDiscussion Questions,vocabulary listvideo scriptanswer keysThank you for purchasing this product.
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: [TED ED] [Awesome Nature] #51-60 Biology Worksheets Bundle
Environment ROLE PLAYS for Adult ESL
The environment is an evergreen theme, not just an Earth Day topic. If your adult ESL students need something a bit more supportive than environment discussion topics, you've found it.In this ENVIRONMENT role-play resource, your adult ESL students will practice using language they’ve learned while acting out role-plays related to the environment, including poor air quality due to wildfires, biodiverse lawns, composting, water conservation, eliminating single-use use bags at stores, community cle
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10th - 12th, Adult Education
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Also included in: Role Plays for Adult ESL bundle 2
Weathering Man and Erosion Boy / El Hombre Desgaste y El Chico Erosión
This is a Reader's Theater for 3 students. It follows the curriculum for science in 5th grade but it is also a good topic opener for any other grade that is going to be studying weathering or erosion. In this script Weathering and Erosion are compared to superheroes. This Reader's Theater is designed to tie in Language Arts and Science. My goal was to tie in some science with language arts. / El Hombre Desgaste y El Chico Erosión están jugando un juego de superhéroes, pero la chica no cree qu
Wings of the City: A Closer Look at the Pigeon Phenomenon
Soar into the urban skies with "Wings of the City," an exploration of the remarkable world of pigeons. Often dismissed as common city birds, pigeons are extraordinary creatures with a rich history intertwined with humanity's own. Uncover the secrets of their unique navigational abilities, their diverse roles in cultures worldwide, and their surprising intelligence. From city squares to historical landmarks, pigeons have woven themselves into the fabric of urban life. "Wings of the City" invites
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PreK - 12th, Not Grade Specific
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Also included in: 101 Greatest Animal Facts That Will Blow Your Mind
Nature's Marvels Arctic Giants: Navigating the World of Polar Bears
Dive into the icy realms of the Arctic with "Arctic Giants," an exploration of the magnificent polar bear. These awe-inspiring creatures, known for their stark white fur and powerful presence, are the largest land predators on Earth. Learn about their unique adaptations to the harsh Arctic environment, from specialized paws for navigating ice to a thick layer of insulating blubber. Discover the challenges they face in a changing climate and the crucial role they play in maintaining the delicate
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PreK - 12th, Not Grade Specific
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Also included in: 101 Greatest Animal Facts That Will Blow Your Mind
Nature's Marvels dogs : Unveiling the Wonders of Man's Best Friend
Embark on a journey through the fascinating world of dogs with "Canine Chronicles." Explore the rich tapestry of over 340 diverse breeds, each with its own unique story. From their ancient history as our earliest companions to their modern roles as therapy dogs, loyal friends, and skilled workers, discover the extraordinary intelligence, loyalty, and sensory abilities that make dogs an integral part of human history. Delve into their communication methods, learn about their exceptional senses, a
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PreK - 12th, Not Grade Specific
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Also included in: 101 Greatest Animal Facts That Will Blow Your Mind
Drinking Recycled Water - a.k.a. The Water Cycle! Spanish Reader's Theater
This is a small group reader's theater is for 4 students. This is the Spanish Version and, in Spanish, it is called 'Beber agua reciclada – También conocido como ¡El ciclo del agua!'This ties science into reading as well as Spanish and is a great way to do three things at the same time. This script was intended to introduce or remind students of the water cycle. In the script - It is a hot day and Kenyon is drinking his water bottle when two classmates remind him just how old the water on the pl
Guardians of the Grasslands: Unraveling the Mysteries of Rhinoceroses
Embark on a journey into the heart of the savannahs with "Guardians of the Grasslands." Explore the magnificent world of rhinoceroses, iconic creatures revered for their prehistoric lineage and unique characteristics. Uncover the challenges these colossal herbivores face in the modern world, from habitat loss to poaching. Delve into the intricacies of their social structures, distinctive features, and vital roles in maintaining the delicate balance of their ecosystems. "Guardians of the Grasslan
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PreK - 12th, Not Grade Specific
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Also included in: 101 Greatest Animal Facts That Will Blow Your Mind
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