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Kindergarten Winter social studies resources under $5
Build a Gingerbread House Paper Bag Craft: Christmas Coloring, Bulletin Board
Creating a gingerbread house is as easy as color, cut and glue! This coloring craft makes it quick and affordable for students to create their own gingerbread houses! This is a perfect activity for a holiday party or to pair with student writing for a unique bulletin board display!Each student will need a coloring page of gingerbread decorations (doors, windows, candy, etc.). However, there are many variations to this craft and you can make it using ready made templates, paper bags, recycled box
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K - 4th
Needs and Wants Picture Sort Kindergarten & First Grade Social Studies
Teaching your kindergarten and or first grade students the difference between a need and want? This sort page is perfect for teaching this all important standard in social studies! Use it for morning work, homework, assessment or as practice of this concept. Students will cut and glue to identify the following as either a need or a want:housemedicine water shoesbed foodcartelevisioncandybike coffeedog This resource includes: 1 needs and wants worksheet (pictures labeled)1 needs and wants workshe
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K - 1st
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Map Skills- Reading a Map and Activities
✅⭐️Are you studying maps in your primary classroom? If so, then you will love this all inclusive NO PREP set! Not only does it go over cardinal directions and how to read a map, it also reviews parts of a map such as the map key, title, and compass rose. It is a perfect lesson to include in your social studies geography unit!⭐Please know that this resource is a PDF. It is great for distance learning if you are sending home packets or are able to transfer it to Google Slides™ to use in Google Cla
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K - 5th
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All About Me Craft Kid - Back to School Activities
This All About Me craftivity is so so CUTE! Kids and parents will love it. Great for All About Me Social Studies units, Back to School, or Open House.I like to use this craft at the beginning of the year. It's a fun way to get students excited about writing while allowing them to share about themselves and get to know each other.These are ADORABLE in the hallway during Open House.
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PreK - 3rd
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All About Ice & Snow - Science for Little Learners (preschool, pre-k, & kinder)
Make learning all about SNOW, ICE, and how states of matter can change fun and hands on in your classroom! Use a small table or a small bookshelf to create an engaging science center full of hands on materials for students to explore and investigate using the included printables, vocabulary cards, book, anchor charts, and discovery pages (science journal pages)! Included is a read aloud book for circle time, anchor charts, and a suggested book list. There is even a half page note you can send ho
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PreK - K
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Also included in: Preschool, Pre-K, and Kindergarten Complete Curriculum BUNDLE
Christmas Coloring Pages (+writing papers) {Holiday Coloring Pages}
This 19-page coloring book includes two covers, 13 unique coloring pages as well as coordinating writing papers that offer differentiation for your little writers. Use these pages for story starters, early finishers, indoor recess, parties, writing prompts and more!This coloring book is NOT included in any of my Coloring Book Bundles.This product is for PERSONAL USE only and cannot be copied, redistributed or posted for others. Check out my other coloring books to see examples of the quality gra
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PreK - 6th, Staff
2024 New Year's Activities - Resolutions Foldables and More! Updated Yearly!
Check out the preview and thumbnails!A new year (or a new school year) is a great time to turn over a new leaf, try new things, and end bad habits. Right around winter break (or at the beginning of a new school year) have a class discussion about resolutions. Brainstorm goals that are attainable and share some of your own. Have students create the foldable and then hang them for others to read.* This activity is great for all students!* Wonderful for goal-setting discussions and character educat
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K - 12th, Higher Education, Staff
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Patriotic Coloring Pages w/ Designs for Memorial Day (and Other Occasions!)
American Symbols Patriotic Coloring Pages: This set of my interactive coloring sheets (with writing prompts) includes American patriotic symbols appropriate for:September 11thPatriot DayConstitution Day Memorial DayPresidents' DayVeterans' DayFlag Day4th of July...and any American history unit. Students add bold patterns to different Patriotic American symbols and then color their designs to produce a Pop Art-styled artwork. These coloring pages are fun, easy, and unique. It's a sure winner with
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K - 8th
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Rules & Expectations Review for Classroom Management and Community
Reviewing classroom rules and expectations can fun and engaging! These activities are an effective way to review behaviors and routines and take the stress out of classroom management. With activities for sorting, movement, and writing you'll be building a strong classroom community!▶️Click the preview to see everything that is included!What is included?Sorting Activity42 Picture Behavior CardsAnchor Chart PiecesStudent Writing PapersStudent CertificatesWhat activities can we do?Classroom Promi
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PreK - 1st
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Rainbow Classroom Job Chart
Classroom job chart in a RAINBOW design made with little learners in mind! Use classroom jobs in your class to build a sense of community and give students some responsibility. This set will help you manage your classroom jobs.
This has been designed to use a clip chart but can also be used in a pocket chart or placed on library pockets.
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This set is NOT editable.
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4 Classroom Job Headers to choose from.
52 Job C
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PreK - 1st
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Winter Hot Cocoa Place Value Activity and Math Craft for Tens and Ones
Learning about place value with tens and ones can be FUN! This winter math craft for comparing numbers is sure to be your students' favorite place value activity! Get everything you need to create a hot cocoa comparison! Bonus: you can add real mini marshmallows for extra fun!Click on the preview to see everything included!What is included?Cocoa Comparison Poster HeaderChoices of Mugs (with and without faces)Paper Tens and Ones Symbol Signs (greater than and less than)What do teachers love?Engag
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K - 2nd
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Winter Coloring Pages (+writing papers) {Winter Coloring Book}
This 17-page coloring book includes three covers, 10 unique coloring pages as well as coordinating writing papers that offer differentiation for your little writers. Use these pages for story starters, early finishers, indoor recess, parties, writing prompts and more!This coloring book is NOT included in any of my Coloring Book Bundles.This product is for PERSONAL USE only and cannot be copied, redistributed or posted for others. Check out my other coloring books to see examples of the quality g
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PreK - 12th, Staff
Also included in: Winter Craft and Coloring Bundle {Winter Coloring Pages}
Polar Express Coloring Pages {Christmas Coloring Pages}
This 9-page coloring book includes a cover and 8 unique coloring pages. This book has lots of characters and scenes from the story. Use these pages for early finishers, indoor recess, parties, writing prompts and more!*This coloring book IS NOT included in any other Coloring Book Bundles*This product is for PERSONAL USE only and cannot be copied, redistributed or posted for others. Check out my other coloring books to see examples of the quality graphics and crisp designs you will receive!HALLOW
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PreK - 6th, Staff
The Mitten by Jan Brett Story Activities (16 Literacy and Math Activities)
Reading Comprehension Activities - If you read The Mitten by Jan Brett in your classroom during Winter, this set of literacy and math activities are perfect to go along with the book. This set has 16 activities that supplement the book including a Mitten sequencing activity, emergent reader, animal writing craft, animal graph, nonfiction informative slides of every animal in the story, plus additional math and literacy activities. Here is what is included in this resource:The Mitten Story MapMit
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K - 2nd
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Also included in: Kindergarten Activity MEGA BUNDLE | 200 Resources from My Store
Kindness Winter February Bulletin Board Valentine's Day Craft Activity
Create a bright and beautiful bulletin board while encouraging students to reflect on how they can be kind. Product includes a no-prep version AND a craftivity version if your students are up for a little cutting and gluing.The hearts say, "I will be kind by..." with space for students to complete the prompt. Blank mugs and hearts also included!Product includes multiple versions of both the low-prep and craftivity version of the mugs to best suit your students.Here's what you'll get:Craftivity v
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K - 5th
Goods and Services Worksheets and Sorts with Producers and Consumers Activities
The goods and services plus producers and consumers materials in this resource were created to help students understand basic economics. These concepts can be difficult for young learners but these activities will help them grasp the ideas in a fun manner. Goods and Services Activities Included:- Anchor Charts for Goods, Services, Consumers, and Producers- Vocabulary cut and paste pages- Goods and Services cut and paste sort- Magazine cut and paste sort- Drawing Goods and Services - Listing Go
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K - 2nd
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Also included in: Wants and Needs, Goods and Services Economics Bundle of Worksheets
American Symbols- Interactive Informational Book, Posters, and More!
This interactive book will add lots of hands-on fun to your class when learning about American Symbols.There are 8 American symbols included: Statue of Liberty, American Flag, Bald Eagle, Liberty Bell, White House, and Mount Rushmore, Washington Monument, and Lincoln Memorial.Here is what is all included:• An Interactive Informational American Symbols Book (2 writing page options included)• American Symbol Posters (2 different sets to choose from)• Anchor Chart Labels and Pictures for each symbo
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K - 2nd
Who Am I? - Community Helpers Powerpoint Game #1
Community helpers games are great for teaching students about different community jobs. In this "Who am I" game, students must guess the community worker. There are 10 questions and you just click on each question to go to it. Each question has 3 clues and student have to guess which community helper it describes. Clues include tools they may use, what they do, and where they may work. Great for a whole class review or rainy day activity. Great for individual practice on the iPad! Extra licens
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PreK - 2nd
Also included in: Kindergarten Games Bundle
100th Day of School Awards Certificates Treat Tags Activity Pages Editable
Easily create personalized & memorable 100th Day of School awards (certificates), treats, crowns, and activities for your students. Simply customize the editable fields, print, and enjoy celebrating 100 days of school!You receive 2 editable PowerPoint files with the following:• 100th Day of School awards (certificates) with editable text fields - 4 different designs from which to choose - choose a special design and message for each student, use different designs for different classes, or c
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PreK - 4th
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Animals in Winter - - Science for Little Learners (preschool, pre-k, & kinder)
Make learning all about Animals in Winter, Hibernation, Migration, and Animal Adaptations fun and hands-on in your classroom! Use a small table or a small bookshelf to create an engaging science center full of hands-on materials for students to explore and investigate using the included printables, vocabulary cards, book, anchor charts, and discovery pages (science journal pages)! Included is a read-aloud book for circle time, anchor charts, and a suggested book list. There is even a half-page n
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PreK - K
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Also included in: Preschool, Pre-K, and Kindergarten Complete Curriculum BUNDLE
Veteran's Day Writing Craft - Patriotic Activity
This patriotic writing activity and craft makes a memorable pennant banner for service men and women in your community as we celebrate Patriot Day, Veteran's Day or any patriotic celebration. String the banner together and hang this craft in your classroom or send it off to those that help protect and defend our country. The pennants include a back side writing portion to write a letter or writing of your choice.Connect with Me!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecreativeclassroom/Facebook:
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PreK - 6th
Chinese New Year 2024 Craft Lunar New Year Lantern Year of the Dragon Craft
Celebrate and learn about Lunar New Year (Chinese New Year) with these colorful No-Prep Chinese Zodiac Lanterns. Easily differentiate; use for the new year Zodiac animal or your students can each choose the lantern that matches their personal zodiac year of birth. Now also includes Zodiac animal coloring pages!Zodiac animals are used to date the 12-year cycle of the Chinese calendar. Each animal has different personality traits to learn and teach about. Lunar New Year 2024 is the year of the dra
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PreK - 3rd
Community Helpers Thematic Unit: Activities and Printables
Let's meet the helpers in our community! This unit is filled with supplemental activities to engage your students as you explore the world of community helpers! In this unit, you will find: hands on activities, arts and crafts, song and game ideas, math and language arts printables, and so much more! Contains:1. Recommended Book List2. Word Wall {12 helpers: dentist, doctor, farmer, firefighter, police officer, mail carrier, teacher, construction worker, baker, judge, scientist, trash collector
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PreK - K
Also included in: Thematic Units for PreK & Kindergarten MEGA BUNDLE
Snowmen at Night | Writing, Craft, Winter Bulletin Board K 1 2 Build a Snowman
After a read aloud of the book Snowmen at Night, create the cutest Winter Bulletin Board with these NO PREP Snowman Writing and Craft Templates! PRODUCT UPDATE 12/2021: The original file has received a major update to include more options for you! If you have previously purchased, please download it again to receive the update. Check out the new preview photo to view the updated version. This resource now includes the following:9 Snowmen at Night Snowman Hat Writing Templates (Blank ones ar
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PreK - 2nd
Also included in: Winter Bulletin Boards BUNDLE 8 Writing & Math Crafts, Activities K, 1st
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