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3rd grade Common Core RI.5.4 resources for Gifted and Talented
Who Would Win? Independent Animal Research Project- Digital or Non-Digital!
Now includes an editable Googles Slides option for students along with a printable option that can be sent to students digitally! Perfect for distance learning!My students LOVE books from Scholastic’s Who Would Win? series and I wanted an extension project that allowed them to research their own animals to create their own Who Would Win? book. The book is a total of 10 pages that include the following:Page 1- Title page showing the two animals and a picture of eachPage 2- Scientific name of the
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3rd - 5th
PATRIOT DAY - SEPTEMBER 11 - "SIRIUS, THE HERO DOG OF 9/11" - NON-FICTION
From educator/author Hank Fellows: This 32 page children's book, with 25 child-friendly photos, is an ideal introduction to the facts and themes surrounding the September 11, 2001 attacks on the World Trade Center. This is the true story of "Sirius," the police patrol dog who died in the Twin Towers on 9-11-01. The story is told by "Sirius" in his own words, and also recounts his friendship with his police officer partner, David, who survived the 9/11/01 terrorist attacks. This book is currently
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3rd - 9th, Adult Education
Inventions Unit and Inventors Project Based Learning - Process of Inventing
In this invention unit, I have included comprehensive invention activities which take students through the creative process of inventing. Each activity should be self-explanatory. Students use 21st century skills throughout the unit such as problem-solving, critical thinking, and creativity. Students also learn about famous inventors and their inventions. THIS IS AN EXCELLENT UNIT FOR DIFFERENTIATION.IN THIS UNIT: 6 Warm - up activities which teach creativity, critical thinking, and problem solv
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3rd - 5th
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Genius Hour Interactive Notebook Printable and Digital
Are you looking for a way to have your students participate in genius hour? This student interactive journal is the answer! It comes in two formats: printable and digital Google Slides. Students will use the Engineering Design Process to research a topic they are interested in. This can be used to guide whole class lessons or early finishers can work through the journal independently. Genius hour is a perfect way to offer engaging extensions in your classroom.What’s Included?Digital Student
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2nd - 5th
Beginning of Year Fun Activity Packet | GRADES 3-5 | Math ELA Teasers Puzzles
If you are anything like me, the back to school season is definitely the most stressful time of the year. It always feels like I am looking for a moment to get myself and my thoughts together, but I have 30 students who are in a new place with new people staring at me, looking for direction, instruction, and entertainment. If you are looking for activity worksheets that combine fun independent and partner activities, brain teasers, and engaging games and puzzles- look no further. I created this
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3rd - 5th
7 Steps to Research Posters
A big focus in Common Core standards is "Comprehension and Collaboration". This means RESEARCH is becoming an integral part of classroom instruction. Whether it's independent, small group, or whole class, this model will help guide you and your students through the tricky research process!
These posters are aligned with the research process outlined in the IIM - Independent Investigation Method, but can used independently with any content area instruction.
The Independent Investigation Method
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3rd - 6th
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THOMAS EDISON ACTIVITIES: 3 Hands-On Biography Projects / Bulletin Board
EUREKA! YOU FOUND IT! A ready-to-go, time-saving discovery! Students will love researching and reporting on the life of Thomas Edison as they construct one of three different hands-on projects—an agamograph, a circle book, or a big galoot. Students can create all three projects, or you can add variety to the class’s reports by assigning different projects to different students. These projects make it easy to include art and hands-on learning in your classroom, and they make a vibrant bulletin bo
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3rd - 7th
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PAUL REVERE ACTIVITIES: 3 Hands-On Biography Projects / Bulletin Board Ideas
The British Are Coming! Forget "One if by land and two if by sea" and try these THREE engaging, time-saving activities. Students will love researching and reporting on the heroic life of Paul Revere as they construct one of three different hands-on projects—an agamograph, a circle book, or a big galoot. Students can create all three projects, or you can add variety to the class’s reports by assigning different projects to different students. These projects make it easy to include art and hands-o
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3rd - 6th
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STEAM Glider Prototype Engineering Challenge for Upper Elem Gifted and Talented
We use the engineering process for this open-ended design challenge. All semester, my GATE kids have been building different gliders from blueprints, direct instruction, specific materials with patterns, and even store-bought balsa wood fighter gliders.
Now it’s time for the real test!
Can students construct—limited to specific resources—a glider which meets the three guidelines in the rules? As a bonus, can students research and apply physics knowledge to their real-world prototyping challen
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3rd - 8th
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Island of the Blue Dolphins Summative Project Choice Boards
This is a summative project based learning choice board. With 9 different student choice options, students are able to create a project that showcases their reading comprehension, creativity, and interests. Projects include writing, filming, presenting, creating diorama and 3d models. Each project has a google slide page that describes the expectations. My 3rd and 4th GATE students love this project, and it is wonderful to provide them authentic opportunities to showcase their unique talents as
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3rd - 6th
STEAM STEM CATS, CATS, CATS Across the Curriculum for GATE
Shouldn’t your 21st Century classroom be just like today’s virtual world? In other words, shouldn’t it be full of cats?!
We’ve got reading cats. We’ve got writing cats. We’ve got poetry cats. We’ve got math cats. We’ve got science and engineering cats. We’ve got graphic design, art, critical thinking, and creativity cats. We’ve got all kinds of cats across the curriculum! There are 7 lessons in all here—representing 7 to 10 hours (maybe even more) of class time. They are appropriate fo
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3rd - 6th
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MERIWETHER LEWIS ACTIVITY 3 Hands-On Projects for the Lewis and Clark Expedition
A ready-to-go, time-saver! Students will love researching and reporting on the adventurous life of Meriwether Lewis as they construct one of three different hands-on projects—an agamograph, a circle book, or a big galoot. Students can create all three projects, or you can add variety to the class’s reports by assigning different projects to different students. These projects make it easy to include art and hands-on learning in your classroom, and they make a vibrant bulletin board display.These
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3rd - 7th
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Also included in: Lewis and Clark and Sacagawea BIOGRAPHY BUNDLE - 9 Projects - 30% OFF
Influential Contributors in Black History Research Bundle
Easy Research Project: Black History Bundle AlertHave you started a thematic unit for Black History Month and are looking for an easy to implement research project? Then look no further. This mini research printable can be used as an independent study activity or even as a learning center. You will have two formats to choose from, one is full size (8.5 x 11). The smaller version can be glued into an interactive notebook OR all student projects can be placed on a ring and placed in a cl
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3rd - 6th
Multiple Intelligences: EXPLORE IT! CHOICE CARDS®-RESEARCH-ANIMAL KINGDOM-SET 1
Power-Up your classroom with BYTES Power Smarts! This pack contains 26 Research Choice Cards about animals. See the full packet contents listed below and click on Preview under the thumbnails above to see a sample of the packet contents.Choice Cards® are task cards, but we think the word CHOICE is more motivational. Students have lots of CHOICES with BYTES Power Smarts IT! Packs. Students can choose an IT! Pack and, within that pack, they can choose which of the 25 activities they would enjo
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3rd - 6th
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Word Meanings & Idioms
You want to teach students to understand multiple word meanings and idioms but have not found a product that holds their interest. Teach Idioms and multi-meaning words with this powerpoint. Students must determine the meaning of a word from a given sentence. Next, students are introduced to idioms. At the end of the lesson, students are given sentences and asked to determine the meanings of the sentences. This lesson uses the gradual release format, which I added before my evaluation, to trigger
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3rd - 5th
WILLIAM CLARK BIOGRAPHY ACTIVITIES: 3 Projects — Lewis and Clark Expedition
A ready-to-go, time-saver! Students will love researching and reporting on the adventurous life of William Clark as they construct one of three different hands-on projects—an agamograph, a circle book, or a big galoot. Students can create all three projects, or you can add variety to the class’s reports by assigning different projects to different students. These projects make it easy to include art and hands-on learning in your classroom, and they make a vibrant bulletin board display.These rea
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3rd - 7th
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Also included in: Lewis and Clark and Sacagawea BIOGRAPHY BUNDLE - 9 Projects - 30% OFF
NFL Gameday Journalism - Lesson Plan Bundle
Throughout my eighteen-year teaching career, I’ve designed and implemented a program that motivates students to use nonfiction literacy strategies independently in an authentic way. Gameday Journalism is a fun transdisciplinary project that captivates your classroom audience while teaching Common Core standards in a unique way that will leave a lasting impression. Students will retain these skills and transfer them successfully to high achievement test scores!The program uses sports writing from
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3rd - 8th
Question Cubes for Reading Informational Text based on Bloom's.
Differentiation Cubes for Informational Text:
These cubes are designed to make differentiation look the same, but serve the purpose of asking different questions based on the Bloom’s Taxonomy (thinking levels). The cubes that include Knowledge and Understanding also prompt students to think at the higher level as this is what is required through the Common Core. They would be excellent as a guide for small group or with help from reading volunteers or teachers. These would also work well at c
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3rd - 8th
Word Meanings in Written Expressions for The Promethean Board
You want to teach students to understand multiple word meanings and idioms but have not found a product that holds their interest. This PROMETHEAN BOARD flipchart introduces words that have multiple meanings. Students must determine the meaning of a word from a given sentence. Next, students are introduced to idioms. At the end of the lesson, students are given sentences and asked to determine the meanings of the sentences. I've revised this lesson in the gradual release format. I used it for my
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3rd - 5th
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10:23
Puppet Show Video Lesson for the "Stopping Littering Starts With Me" Song!
Get ready for the most fun way ever to learn about not littering! Mr. Miller helps Ms. Laguna the Mermaid learn about littering and how to be socially responsible! The video lesson includes: vocabulary building, concepts about litter, littering and pollution; how to be socially responsible; a synchronous invitation for teachers to read their favorite theme-related trade book, and the complete "Stopping Littering Starts With Me" song and video! A comprehensive teacher's guide is included with a l
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PreK - 5th
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Also included in: The "Stopping Littering Starts with Me!" MEGA BUNDLE!
Multiple Intelligences Challenge: Grow Your Word Power Smarts®
Power-Up your classroom with BYTES Power Smarts®! Challenge your students to strengthen their Word Power Smarts by choosing 5 or more activities to complete on the Grow Your Word Power Smarts activity sheet. BYTES Power Smarts® uses original art for its instructional materials – no clip art. We think your students will enjoy our unique characters. BYTES Power Smarts® instructional materials are designed by Kathy Hackett and Theresa Jackson who have over 55 years of combined teaching experien
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3rd - 6th
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Animal Research
Use this research project for any animal in any habitat your class is studying. It is easily customized to your needs. Is your class learning about the animals in their state? Supply a list of animals native to your state and have students select from among them. The same can be done if teaching about a specific habitat, such a forest. Students enjoy having many project choices, tailored to a variety of learning styles. It works well for an entire class or as an independent project for your fast
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3rd - 6th
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