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Preview of Primary GATE Gifted and Talented Program for the Year -- 410 Pages, 50%+ off!

Primary GATE Gifted and Talented Program for the Year -- 410 Pages, 50%+ off!

You will be a rock star! This collection is highly interactive, creative, and rich in age-appropriate critical thinking. SEE THE DETAILED PREVIEW DESCRIPTION This collection takes me through an entire year of lessons with my advanced groups of kindergarteners, 1st, and 2nd graders . . . but many of these lessons can also be used for middle and upper elementary kids, especially if you come into the regular classroom to teach whole-class enrichment lessons. 19 units and 419 pages of lessons!
Preview of Primary GATE -- AIR!  Active, Creative, Academic, and Hands-on!

Primary GATE -- AIR! Active, Creative, Academic, and Hands-on!

I am always trying to figure out what to do with my little primary groups, and this unit was a definite hit with my kindergartners. It would work well with 1st grade too or the regular 2nd grade classroom. The full unit contains more than 2 hours of contact time. It’s active, fun, and challenging for these little ones and seemed to have the right combination of “get up and move,” imagination, creativity, and “making” along with academic tasks. We learn about four important properties of air
Preview of Primary Gifted and Talented Social Emotional MARSHMALLOW Respecting Differences

Primary Gifted and Talented Social Emotional MARSHMALLOW Respecting Differences

We all share common hopes, dreams, feelings, and abilities no matter what ethnicity, nationality, gender, or group we belong to. That message is the key take-away from this primary GATE unit. As such, this unit is a social-emotional unit with NACG standards . . . but much more:Primary GATE best Practices with a Social-Emotional Emphasis· Critical Thinking· Language and Reading· Creativity· Science We use Clare Turlay Newberry’s Caldecott Honor book, Marshmallow, as our vehicle. We also use Lisa
Preview of Santa's Sleigh S.T.E.A.M Challenge - Christmas - Winter - Summer

Santa's Sleigh S.T.E.A.M Challenge - Christmas - Winter - Summer

Get into the Christmas spirit with this fun & engaging STEAM activity. Students work collaboratively to plan, design and construct a festive sleigh for Santa and his reindeers! This hands on project integrates science, technology, engineering, art, and math as students explore principles such as aerodynamics, stability, and creative design. Throughout the challenge, students conduct research, sketch plans, and make use of the provided materials to bring their sleigh designs to life.They then
Preview of Christmas Ornament S.T.E.A.M Challenge - Winter - Summer

Christmas Ornament S.T.E.A.M Challenge - Winter - Summer

Looking for a way to link S.T.E.A.M to the theme of Christmas? Here's a no-prep activity for you!This is a festive and engaging way for students to explore and apply their knowledge in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics. Lots of fun to be had!Take a look at the preview!What's included in this resource?STEAM Christmas Ornament lesson plan with suggested read aloud (4 total). These focus on the Christmas spirit, perseverance and problem solving. If you don't have the books ava
Preview of SIDEWALK FLOWERS for Pre-K to 1st Primary GATE - Picture Book Critical Thinking

SIDEWALK FLOWERS for Pre-K to 1st Primary GATE - Picture Book Critical Thinking

Sidewalk Flowers offers a wonderful opportunity for early childhood gifted education—Sidewalk Flowers, the book, is told without words. Nevertheless, the book is rich in poetic expression as well as emotional and intellectual depth. Sidewalk Flowers is the perfect vehicle for fostering talent development in grades Pre-K to 2. (You need only one copy of the book).The related unit is full of inquiry, higher level thinking development, challenge, play, exploration, art, storytelling, and creativity
Preview of Light-Up Greeting Card STEAM Challenge - Winter - Christmas - Holidays

Light-Up Greeting Card STEAM Challenge - Winter - Christmas - Holidays

Have students use their design and creativity skills to make their very own light-up greeting card. This STEAM activity is focused on Christmas, however it can be easily adapted to any celebration throughout the year!Students create a special greeting card that lights up using simple circuit components like an LED (light-emitting diode) and a coin-cell battery. The project involves designing the card, incorporating artistic elements, and building a circuit to make the LED light up when the card
Preview of Earthworms

Earthworms

Created by
Denise Orcutt
Kaplan's Think like a scientist as you observe a real live earthworm (nightcrawler)! Kindergarten, first, and second graders will love this hands on science activity. The lesson can be scaffolded by having Kindergarteners first observe the earthworm with a scientific tool (magnifying lens) and then complete the observation sheet with or without teacher help. The older children do the same, except think more critically by comparing the earthworm to a human- did you know earthowrms have 5 hearts?
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Reinventing a Robot

Created by
Simply Shogreen
This document is a template that supports technology in innovative technology advancements in our world. Students have the opportunity to create a robot that assists with a task, by making that task easier. Students are then asked to describe how their reinvention assists with making life easier. Great for social studies technology lessons, as well as science and robotics support.
Preview of Gobs of Goo Science Unit

Gobs of Goo Science Unit

Created by
JHamilton
This is a science unit for young students to explore the properties of slime and goo. It is perfect for an enrichment unit for young gifted students. It includes color mixing, ice cream making, Oobleck, mixtures, solutions, and more!It has a general 6 day outline and accompanying recipes and worksheets in the form of a science journals for the students.
Preview of Differentiated Vertebrate/Invertebrate Cube

Differentiated Vertebrate/Invertebrate Cube

Created by
3rd Grade Rocks!
This was designed to use with all ability levels within my third grade class room, but could be used for higher grade levels also studying vertebrates and invertebrates. It is differentiated through Bloom's Taxonomy and by learning styles. Allows for easy differentiation by ability level or learning preference. Teacher could assign sides or allow students to roll.
Preview of Pizza Box Cell Board Game

Pizza Box Cell Board Game

A fun way to teach students about the parts of the cell.
Preview of Think Tanks

Think Tanks

Created by
Kendra Bradford
Students will work with a partner (or, in groups of 3) to complete enrichment activities that review concepts learned the previous six weeks.
Preview of Think Tanks

Think Tanks

Created by
Kendra Bradford
Students will work with a partner (or, in groups of 3) to complete enrichment activities that review concepts learned the previous six weeks.
Preview of Science Focus Wall/Mini Poster

Science Focus Wall/Mini Poster

Created by
Kristyn Day
"Think like a Scientist" This document includes thinking strategies for all ages. Talk about how scientists solve a problem. You may edit it if you like.
Preview of Project Based Learning Design Template

Project Based Learning Design Template

Created by
iEduKATE
Need help developing a Project Based Lesson for your classroom? After working as out school's STEM Coordinator and helping grade levels establish PBL's, I created my own template of the questions and items I feel are the most important.#STEM #STEAM #ProjectBasedLearning
Preview of Presenting...Service Learning Project!

Presenting...Service Learning Project!

Created by
Lisa Williams
In this lesson, students will find numerous ideas of what they can do to help the environment. After they complete the project, a written reflection and presentation is due.
Preview of Differentiation Cube Template

Differentiation Cube Template

Created by
3rd Grade Rocks!
This is a blank cube that teachers can program with their own information or activities to add fun to any subject! They're great for differentiation!
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Importance of learning science

Learning science is particularly important for students as it equips them with the essential knowledge and skills to make sense of the world around them. Science education is not just about memorizing facts. It fosters critical thinking, inquiry, and problem-solving abilities. These skills are not only useful in school but also in everyday life beyond the classroom.

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Learning science offers many benefits to students both in school and beyond. In fact, it helps students:

  • Question the world around them and seek evidence-based explanations
  • Cultivate their ability to observe, experiment, and analyze data
  • Nurture a sense of curiosity, awe, and wonder about the natural world
  • Understand natural phenomena and the laws that govern the universe

With a solid foundation in science, teachers can help empower students to think critically, solve problems, make informed decisions, and engage with the world around them in meaningful ways.

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One of the best parts about science class is all of the possibilities for hands-on, collaborative learning! Think: labs, experiments, inquiry-based activities, and design challenges. These activities encourage students to explore scientific concepts by observing, asking questions, and conducting investigations. Additionally, with small group centers, students can engage in group experiments, discussions, and projects that require them to collaborate, share ideas, and solve problems together.

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