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For all subjects 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
Grades:
3rd - 5th
5th Grade Reading Projects, Enrichment For the Entire Year! PDF and Digital!
5th Grade Reading Enrichment Research Projects for the Entire Year! Thirty-two weekly non-fiction reading enrichment projects in which students research topics and then answer the follow-up questions. The questions, not only check for comprehension of the topic researched, but review common reading text structures such as author's purpose, tone, mood, theme, compare/contrast, plot, cause and effect and more. Aligned to most 5th grade reading curriculum including STAAR/CCSS. Great for early fini
Grades:
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
Grades:
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
Grades:
3rd - 5th
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Nonfiction Text Features (Posters, Scavenger Hunt, Create a Book)
This product includes 14 posters about nonfiction text features. Each poster shows an example of the text feature and explains how each text feature helps readers to understand. The posters come in two sizes: full page posters for the classroom wall and quarter page posters to place on rings or to be glued into a notebook for students to reference as needed.
Text Feature Scavenger Hunt: When students find text features while reading nonfiction, they should record it on the paper and explain ho
Grades:
2nd - 5th
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Annotating Text Using SNOTS Passages
Annotating Text Using SNOTS (Small Notes On The Side) PassagesGetting your students excited about annotating text is no easy task. But, SNOTS will change that! SNOTS stands for “Small Notes on the Side” and is a perfect tool for annotating text! Have your students practice annotating text in an authentic (but engaging) way to text mark using this set of 8 passages. This is the perfect extension to the SNOTS pack! Be sure to check out the original pack!SNOTS Annotating Text Starter Kit__________
Grades:
2nd - 5th
Also included in: SNOTS Annotating Text and Passages BUNDLE
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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Grades:
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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Grades:
3rd - 5th
Biography Activities - Task Cards & Choice Boards for Any Book
Dozens of biography activities come in two formats: task cards or choice boards. Each focuses on one informational text standard, as well as a higher order thinking skill (applying, analyzing, evaluating, or creating).Open the preview to take a closer look.They can be used with any biography: picture or chapter book, read-aloud or independently. You may pick and choose, ask students to specific tasks, or allow them to choose their own activities using the tic-tac-toe menus.All materials come in
Grades:
4th - 5th
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Also included in: Biography Unit - Genre Study for Fourth and Fifth Grade Students
Solid Waste Management Lesson with Power Point, Worksheet, and Review Page
This power point presentation goes over what happens to materials when you throw them away. It also helps students understand how current practices effect the environment. It also goes over modern techniques that are being used to promote recycling.
The terms included in this lesson are:
landfills
incineration
recycling
paper recycling
metal recycling
glass recycling
plastic recycling
reduce
reuse
composting
The preview file is a worksheet for students to complete alongside the presentation.
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Grades:
4th - 9th, Higher Education
Vocabulary in Context Strategy Posters & Worksheets for Practicing Context Clues
Wondering how to give your students the confidence to tackle tricky and complex vocabulary words they come across in their reading? Check out these 6 Vocabulary in Context Strategies that are all unique, tangible and easy for kids to connect with. Complete with 6 unique strategy posters and corresponding recording sheets / graphic organizers for each strategy, there are endless ways to create meaningful vocabulary activities and practice for your students by helping them learn to infer or identi
Grades:
2nd - 5th
Effective Discussion Classroom Poster Set for Bulletin Board or Word Wall ELA SS
This Effective Discussion Classroom Poster Set is perfect for any classroom hoping to create an effective learning environment.Do you want to hold efffective discussions in your ELA or Social Studies classes? Do your students need direction and guidance for holding an effective discussion?This is a set of 29 posters for any classroom that reads and discusses informational text. Includes posters on Discussion Group Procedures, Reading for Discussion, Reading Strategies, Graphic Organizers and Di
Grades:
Not Grade Specific
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
Grades:
3rd - 6th
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Informational Text Graphic Organizers, Reading Bundle
It is very important for students to use graphic organizers to record their thoughts while reading. This pack offers both my
Grades 1-3 Graphic Organizer Pack and my Grades 4-5 Graphic Organizer Pack. Save money by purchasing this bundle.
There are a total of 39 graphic organizers for informational text. There is at least 1 graphic organizer for each of the 9 informational CCSS (the 10th standard states that students will read a variety of texts, so all of the graphic organizers included suppo
Grades:
1st - 5th
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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Harry Houdini Biography | Close Reading Passage | Depth and Complexity Activity
Get to know World Famous Illusionist and Magician, Harry Houdini!Did you know that Houdini passed away on Halloween, October 31, 1926? Many people still reflect on his achievements every year on that dayAs students read through the short biography, they will develop an appreciation for this intriguing man. They will learn about his early years all the way to his final days. Check out the preview for more detailed information.This workshop is 1 ½ + hours of enriching activities that can be comp
Grades:
4th - 6th
Also included in: Differentiation | Activities BUNDLE
National Parks Unit
Using technology students will research a National Park they have never visited and create a day to day itinerary through Google Maps and Google Slides. Assignments are suggested to go through Google Classroom; however, that is not required. This unit takes you through about 20-25 days worth of lessons and a suggested timeline for students to work on their project. Discussion questions are aligned with Depth and Complexity icons and content along with critical thinking lessons. Additional le
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4th - 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
Grades:
3rd - 8th
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June Morning Work- Fast Finisher No Prep Independent Activity Packet 3rd-5th
Looking for a NO PREP June Morning Work or Fast Finisher Independent Activities packet, specially crafted for your 3rd, 4th, or 5th grade students! Explore summer, Father's Day, Juneteenth, safety tips, and more!This dynamic independent activity resource offers an array of engaging exercises suitable for early finishers, morning work, daily review, centers, brain breaks, homework, class rewards, inside recess, free choice time, emergency sub plans, and, of course, pure educational fun!The versat
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Grades:
3rd - 5th
NGSS:
3-ESS2-1
, 3-LS2-1
, 3-ESS2-2
, 4-ESS2-1
Also included in: GROWING BUNDLE-Yearlong Monthly No Prep Morning Work Activity Packets
ELA thematic unit spelling informational writing prompt main idea homophones
This resource has one longer reading passage, to build reading stamina, and reading response questions that are mostly open ended and standards based. The resource includes supplemental practice in homographs, main idea, context clues and word meaning along with grammar and sentence structure. Can be used as sub plans and for enrichment. I try to touch on every domain:Informational Text: RI5.1, RI.4.1 RI5.2 RI.4.2, RI5.3, RL.4.3 Foundations: RF5.4aSpeaking and listening: SL5.4/SL4.4La
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Grades:
4th - 6th
December Morning Work- Fast Finisher No Prep Independent Activity Packet 3rd-5th
Looking for a NO PREP December Winter-Themed Morning Work or Fast Finisher Independent Activities packet, specially crafted for your 3rd, 4th, or 5th grade students?This dynamic independent activity resource offers an array of engaging exercises suitable for early finishers, morning work, daily review, centers, brain breaks, homework, class rewards, inside recess, free choice time, emergency sub plans, and, of course, pure educational fun!The versatility of this resource allows it to seamlessly
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Grades:
3rd - 5th
NGSS:
3-ESS2-1
, 3-LS2-1
, 3-ESS2-2
, 4-ESS2-1
Also included in: GROWING BUNDLE-Yearlong Monthly No Prep Morning Work Activity Packets
Growth Mindset Close Read
BACK TO SCHOOL MUST HAVE!You can tell your students about the growth mindset but you can motivate your students to use a growth mindset with this 5-day Close Read using a text about brain research. This product contains text-based questions and center extensions include Common Core standards and are aligned with Bloom's Taxonomy. Teacher directions for whole group and small group address numerous areas of an evaluation rubric. Links are provided for vi
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4th - 6th
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ELA Weekly Thematic Unit: Vernal Pools. Research prompt, gifted, homographs
This resource has one longer reading passage, to build reading stamina, and reading response questions that are mostly open ended and standards based. The resource includes supplemental practice in homographs, main idea, summarizing, inferencing, context clues and word meaning along with grammar and sentence structure. Can be used as sub plans and for enrichment. I try to touch on every domain:Informational Text: RI5.1, RI.4.1 RI5.2 RI.4.2, RI5.3, RL.4.3 Foundations: RF5.4aSpeaking and
Grades:
4th - 6th
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