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Free critical thinking independent work packets
Free Back to School Icebreaker Activity
Get to know your students and help them get to know each other with this fun icebreaker activity. The premise: you are stranded on a deserted island! You have five things with you. What are they? I use this as a back to school activity icebreaker or as a fun scaffolded writing activity. Works great for sub plans, homework, early-finishers, homeschool, and distance learning, too.When I use it as a back to school activity, I use only the first page and have students discuss their choices with each
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Grades:
3rd - 6th
Unplugged Coding Independent Worksheets | Distance Learning
Also available in an INTERACTIVE NOTEBOOK VERSION!Unplugged Coding Packet for grades K-2ONE-PAGE DIRECTIONS10 CODING MAZES using coding arrowsANSWER KEY INCLUDEDNO PREP!Great distance learning activity to help kids stay engaged in STEM, coding, and critical thinking. Like this activity? You would also enjoy Part 2! Click here to check out Part 2I would love to hear your feedback on this resource! Click on your "My Purchases" page. Then, click on the review button and follow the directions on the
Grades:
K - 2nd
Also included in: Unplugged Coding Independent Worksheets BUNDLE | Distance Learning
Context Clues: Nonsense Words Level 2 Set 1
Do your students need practice finding the meaning of a word in a text? Do you need worksheets where students not only find the meaning but also explain why they get their answer? Are your students more advanced and need worksheets that use higher level vocabulary and are slightly more difficult to do? This is a worksheet makes it possible for you to do everything described above.This worksheet provides students with practice using Context Clues by showing them nonsense words used in sentences
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2nd - 5th
Also included in: Context Clues: Nonsense Words Level 2 Bundle 1 (Sets 1-4)
FREE Encouragement, Kindness, Growth Mindset, State Testing, Early Finishers
Introducing the "FREE Encouragement, Kindness, Growth Mindset, State Testing, Early Finishers Mindfulness Mandala Coloring Pages" - a set of printable sheets designed to promote emotional well-being and improve concentration in children.These pages are perfect for teachers looking to introduce mindfulness practices into their classrooms, as they have been instrumental in helping students take a break from their daily routine and find some inner calm.The detailed designs incorporate various Encou
Grades:
1st - 6th
Coding Unplugged: Offline Puzzle for Middle School│Single Puzzle Card- Sports
Translate an algorithm to create art! Basic coding skills are put to the test with these pencil-and-paper coding puzzles. Students will translate the arrow code using the Programming Key to draw the secret image. Perfect as a computer-free sub activity, or use as a no-prep option for early finishers or after state testing! Find the full resource here. This Free Resource contains one single puzzle card that can be used as a quick worksheet, or can be laminated and used again and again!The FULL Co
Grades:
4th - 9th
Also included in: Coding Unplugged YEAR-LONG CODING PUZZLE BUNDLE for Middle School
Brain twisters - The best brain teasers and logic puzzles - All about PIZZA
All kids love riddles and puzzles. This resource will challenge your students with great brain teasers and amazing facts.Your students are sure to love these engaging, brain teasers, puzzles, riddles and more! These are also great for early finishers.3 pages of riddles, puzzles, brain teasers and activities all about Pizza!answer sheet attached!Checkout MY STORE for more STEM and FOLLOW ME for more deals to come!!You are also invited to JOIN MY MAILING LIST and get great freebies and information
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3rd - 6th
Also included in: Brain twisters - the best brain teasers and logic puzzles - MEGA bundle
Context Clues in Google: Multiple Meaning Words, Level 1 - Set 1
Do your students need practice finding the meaning of a word in a text? Do you need exercises where students not only find the meaning but also explain why they get their answer? Do you use Google Classroom and need exercises in which your students can practice this? This exercise does all of the above and is in the format of Google Forms (set up as quizzes for easier grading). [If you have your students email their assignments to you or you use a drop-box, CLICK HERE to access this series of ex
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Grades:
2nd - 5th
Finish the Picture | Creative Drawing Challenge | It's not a..|Creative Thinking
Allow your students to think creatively and outside of the box! Students will be given 4 creative thinking drawing prompts. They have to use their creativity to create every day objects/symbols into something completely new. This can be used as morning work, for sub plans, brain breaks, or for just creative fun! This is a no prep activity that your students will love! You may also like: St. Patrick's Day Finish the Picture Spring Finish the PictureValentine's Day Finish the PictureFall Themed Fi
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Not Grade Specific
Context Clues: Short Passages, Level 2, Set 1
Do your students need practice finding the meaning of a word in a text? Are your students advanced enough you need practice for them using small reading passages? Do you need worksheets where students not only find the meaning but also explain why they get their answer? This resource offers this both in a printable version as well as in an interactive self-grading (for the multiple choice portion) version via TPT Easel. [If you use Google Classroom and want students to do an exercise like this v
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2nd - 5th
Also included in: Context Clues: Short Passages, Level 2, Bundle 1 (Sets 1-4)
Summer Logic Puzzle | Critical Thinking | End of the School Year Brain Teaser
Looking for a fun and engaging way to celebrate the end of the year while incorporating critical thinking skills in your classroom? This puzzle would be great to incorporate on field day, for morning work, on the last day of school, or to celebrate the summer season! This puzzle can be used in the general classroom or the gifted education setting. This is a great resource to have for sub plans, enrichment, or early finishers! Looking for more end of the year puzzles? Check this resource out! Sum
Grades:
3rd - 5th
Rollercoaster Design Thinking Challenge | Distance Learning Packet
DESIGN THINKING CHALLENGEDesign your own roller coasterWalks students step-by-step through the design thinking processStructure provided to help guide their thinkingNO PREP! Independent worksheetThis packet is great for distance learning. Students can take a deep-dive into design thinking using this packet as a one-day activity, or you can spread it out over the course of one week.* Pre-Readers will need some guidance *Like this activity? Check out this five-week design thinking bundleI would lo
Grades:
K - 5th
Also included in: STEAM Design Thinking Lessons BUNDLE | Distance Learning
FREE Camping, Test-Taking, End Of The Year, Fun Test Prep Mindfulness Coloring
Introducing the "FREE Camping, Test-Taking, End Of The Year, Fun Test Prep Mindfulness Coloring Pages" - a set of printable sheets designed to promote emotional well-being and improve concentration in children.These pages are perfect for teachers looking to introduce mindfulness practices into their classrooms, as they have been instrumental in helping students take a break from their daily routine and find some inner calm.The detailed designs incorporate various Camping, Test-Taking, End Of The
Grades:
1st - 5th
Analogies for Middle School Boom Cards Sample Deck
By using analogies, teachers can help students to understand more complex ideas by relating them to something familiar. This deck provides students with detailed explanations of what an analogy is and discusses several types of common analogies and provides examples. Help your students lear
Grades:
5th - 7th
Context Clues in Google: Short Passages, Level 1, Set 1
Do your students need practice finding the meaning of a word in a text? Are your students advanced enough you need practice for them using small reading passages? Do you need exercises where students not only find the meaning of a word but also explain why they get their answer? Do you use Google Classroom and want your students to practice Context Clues using an exercise they can access via Google Classroom? This is an exercise in the form of a Google Classroom quiz/form that does all of this
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2nd - 5th
Also included in: Context Clues in Google: Short Passages, Level 1, Bundle 1 (Sets 1-4)
Would You Rather worksheets
Create independent workers through Critical Thinking, Creative Writing, Opinion Writing, and/or Collaborative Discussion. Developed by a teacher with over 20yrs. experience and created by a professional graphic designer. These fun and educational worksheets are sure to be a hit!FREE writing prompts that include:Would you rather live in a tree like a monkey or live in the ocean like a whale?A blank prompt for you or your students to draw their own “Would You Rather” question and drawing.A lined p
Grades:
K - 3rd
Playground Design Thinking Challenge | Distance Learning Packet
DESIGN THINKING CHALLENGEDesign your dream playgroundWalks students step-by-step through the design thinking processStructure provided to help guide their thinkingNO PREP! Independent worksheetThis packet is great for distance learning. Students can take a deep-dive into design thinking using this packet as a one-day activity, or you can spread it out over the course of one week.* Pre-Readers will need some guidance *Like this activity? Check out this five-week design thinking bundleI would love
Grades:
K - 5th
Also included in: STEAM Design Thinking Lessons BUNDLE | Distance Learning
Context Clues: Short Passages, Level 1, Set 1
Do your students need practice finding the meaning of a word in a text? Are your students advanced enough you need practice for them using small reading passages? Do you need worksheets where students not only find the meaning of a word but also explain why they get their answer? This resource offers this both in a printable version as well as in an interactive self-grading (for the multiple choice portion) version via TPT Easel. [If you use Google Classroom and want students to do an exercise l
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Grades:
2nd - 5th
Also included in: Context Clues: Short Passages, Level 1, Bundle 1 (Sets 1-4)
FREE MYSTERY UNIT ACTIVITY: OBSERVATION SKILLS
This FREE mystery observation skills activity can be used as a fun part of a mystery unit. It is also a skills enhancing grades 5-8 resource in its own right, boosting observation skills, critical thinking and problem solving. A good detective doesn’t require forensic knowledge or technological expertise; scientists in labs and technology analysts take care of those aspects of police work. The skills that create a good detective- especially a good literary detective - are observation, listening
Grades:
5th - 8th
Also included in: BRAIN TEASER MIDDLE SCHOOL FUN | 80 GAMES and 16 MYSTERIES
October Activity Pack
If you are looking for no-prep fall activities or Halloween activities, this fall/autumn themed packet keeps students thinking! Great activity for October morning work, early finishers, substitute plans, or just a break from regular work! The first page is a blank October Calendar that can be used for calendar learning or just filled in with dates and events. The next ten pages are a mixture of creative and critical thinking questions and activities. This month’s focus is candy, pumpkins and ani
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Grades:
3rd - 4th
Also included in: Activity Pack Bundle
Context Clues in Google: Multiple Meaning Words, Level 2 - Set 1
Do your students need practice finding the meaning of a word in a text? Do you need exercises where students not only find the meaning but also explain why they get their answer? Are you wanting your students to work with slightly more complex words more appropriate to the Elementary Upper Grades? Do you use Google Classroom and need exercises in which your students can practice this? This exercise does all of the above and is in the format of Google Forms (set up as quizzes for easier grading).
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Grades:
2nd - 5th
Context Clues: Multiple Meaning Words Level 2 Set 1
Do your students need practice finding the meaning of a word in a text? Do you need worksheets where students not only find the meaning but also explain why they get their answer? Are you wanting your students to work with slightly more complex words more appropriate to the Elementary Upper Grades? This worksheet does all of this. [If you use Google Classroom and want students to do an exercise like this via Google, CLICK HERE to access this same exercise in a Google form that is formatted as an
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Grades:
2nd - 5th
Also included in: Context Clues: Multiple Meaning Words Level 2 Bundle 1, Sets 1-4
Coding Activities with 2D and 3D Shapes: Free Worksheet Set
This is a set of two worksheets with coding activities that feature 2D and 3D shapes. Great for ESL and SEN students!Activities included are:identify shapes by following a key/code: color and count shapesuse a key/code to find a mystery word.The shapes included are:2D: circle, square, rectangle, triangle, and diamond.3D: sphere, cube, cone, and cylinder.Fun and engaging! Great for use in a math center.
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Grades:
K - 2nd
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Hanukkah Early Finishers Fast Finishers Activities No Prep
Looking for engaging activities for your early finishers? This is it! This FREE product contains 5 no-prep, creative, critical thinking puzzles, and activities, with a Hanukkah theme. Perfect for skill review, enrichment or review and tap into a variety of learning styles. Run as a booklet for quick student access.Grab the growing bundle here.Inside you'll find:covers (choice of two)color by code (addition sums through 29)word searchmystery picturemazemath pathLooking for no prep activities for
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Grades:
2nd - 3rd
Also included in: Early Finishers Fast Finishers Activities No Prep
Let's Imagine-K-3 Independent Creativity Activities -Gifted-Early Finishers
These Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th grade Independent ,Creativity Activities are perfect for Gifted and Talented, Creative Thinkers, Early Finishers and Class Enrichment. Students will be engaged and challenged while completing these creativity challenges. The activities are the perfect for GATE students, Enrichment and Early Finishers. They are open ended and invite the learners to create, problem solve, invent, design and practice being original, critical thinkers. Students are encoura
Grades:
K - 3rd
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