I have put together a quick chart to show where your student is at on their guided reading level. Depending on what your school uses to assess reading level will depend on what is used. However the 3 most popular are; DRA, Guided Reading and Lexile. This list shows by grade up to grade 4. Along with an A4 size printout, there is also 4 mini ones to a page which can be cut and stuck in books or sent home as a reference for parents. There is also a section for you to add notes. Online Platforms – Stop by and say ‘Hi’ <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<

This STEM Biology book has 5 in-depth experiments which can be performed in pairs/ groups or as a whole class. Through out these experiments your students will be focusing on a multiple of skills. They will be engineering ways in which they can perform the experiment as well as implement it. Forecasting predictions and analysing conclusions. And of course actively doing an experiment. The 5 experiment are created for you to use along side a STEM lesson. The key focus is on Biology with Math and Engineering working with it. Experiments Low Fat,Low Carb, or Low Taste? Five Second Rule - this involves boiling water - supervision or whole class experiment Take a spin Taste Buds - This comes with a tongue picture for you to print out for each student doing the analysing. You can laminate this to add durability and make them reusable. Once you have completed the experiment, wipe clean and make sure they are dry before putting them away (they stick together if not) Stroop Effect - This comes with the two test cards needed to perform this experiment. They will need to be printed in color. If laminated they will last longer. Please note: Watermarks/blurred images will not be in your downloaded file! All files are in PDF. This resource will download as a zip folder. Online Platforms – Stop by and say ‘Hi’ we love to hear from you <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<< Facebook ----- Pinterest ----- Twitter ----- Website — Instagram

These getting to know you task cards have been designed to be bold, bright and easy on the eyes. They are welcoming and inviting, your students will be drawn to them from the get go. The questions are easy and they cross all grades from Kinder to 5. Whether they are used with Kinders or Grade 5’s every student will have their own different answers. Each sheet contains 4 task cards and there are 24 questions in total with 4 blank cards as extras, plus a recording sheet for those older students. As a bonus in the teachers notes there is a Class Activity, depending on the space you have and your class size you may have to take this activity outside. The idea behind this activity is that your class is united, a small community and regardless on race or religion everyone has something in common with someone else. Example of some of the questions asked (24 in total) What is your name? Do you have any brothers or sisters? Do have any pets? Do you walk to school? Can you swim? Do you ever go hiking? Do you like running? Do you like baseball? What is your favorite subject? What type of holiday is your favorite? Teacher Notes The teacher note section gives you an idea on how to use these cards with your specific grade. The bonus class activity is also included in this section. Are you on Social Media? I love to see how the resources I create are being used. Come on over and say ‘Hi’ I look forward to meeting you!

The simplicity of this game makes it appealing to various age ranges. Its simple design is easy on the eye with a focus on the main task. Challenging students in a fun, healthy and engaging environment where the game feel is an extension of their learning without it feeling like they are doing the same thing in a repetitive environment. Whats included All times tables (2 to 12) Teacher notes Rules on how to play You will need in addition to whats included Stopwatch/timer pencil and scrap paper The game is simple, students must give the correct answer within 5 seconds to the time table being asked. They do have the option to pass but he original 5 seconds still applies. There are two options on how to play. Option 1 is within pairs or small groups whilst option two applies to the whole class.

Each activity comes with a how-to-guide as well as the key skills your students will be covering. Material lists for each activity are also included. These STEM challenges have been designed to be used within a PreK and Kinder age range. However, these activities are also fun and can be adapted with minor tweaks for an older age range. Accessibility and Suitability All materials needed can be found at home or school. No special trips to the store should be needed. These challenges are ideal for: Classroom - Individual,pairs and small groups Homeschooling - Fun and interactive challenges, little tweaking to enhance more creativity and math After-school clubs- Fun, Educational learning 10 STEM Challenges Shape pictures Building bridges out of recycled materials Taking sides Making butterflies out of tissue paper Crackle painting Milk painting Symmetry pictures Color walk Mixing primary colors

‘The Floor is Lava’ If you have children or you teach children then you will at some point of heard and possible played (fun for grownups to) this game. Times Table Lava has the added twist of incorporating times tables into the game. Not only is this game fun but its also educational. Its a fun way to recap and test your students knowledge whilst also having them interact and move with their peers. As times tables are introduced throughout second, third and fourth grade, this game is a fun a way to reinforce them. It can be simplified easily to take out the times tables your students have not learned yet. Times tables run from 2 - 12! This is whats included within this lava themed resource Times table challenge cards 2 to 12 Action cards Play cards Teacher notes

This Season Wheel STEM based Activity is a lot of fun. It can be used with preschoolers and up. Younger students will need more assistance. Older children this STEM based activity is a lovely way to introduce fractions along with the season. Th wheel acts a lovely demonstration into how basic fractions work. For younger students its a lovely, fun, visual way of demonstrating the months and seasons. What’s included Key notes for educators Blank oval - Introduction to fractions Supply list - Very basic and can be found at most dollar tree stores, though you will have them in class (unless stationary supplies are low) Step by step guide (Pictures included)

This one stop template is ideal for back to school and open houses. Show off your students IT skills or their beautiful writing. Which ever works best for your students. You also have the option of a combination of the two. Ways to use There are many ways this ‘meet the student template’ can be used, these are some suggestions but they are certainly not limited to. A great way for students to get to know each other. Have small groups circles of students and share them once completed. New friendships can be formed! Open house - Attach them to the front of your students binders once completed. Parents/guardians like to see what their kiddos have written/typed. Use on a display board. Show off your students talents and skills. This also looks great at Open House/ Parent-Teacher Conferences. Included in this resource Editable Template - To be used with PowerPoint. Everything is editable! Email or DropBox to your students for them to edit and print. Blank template - Print as many as needed for your students to complete by hand. Important Note This ‘meet the student template’ has been designed in PowerPoint, please do not purchase if you are unable to open the document. This purchase is for your own classroom use. If you would like to share with other classrooms please purchase additional licences.

You can’t beat a little fun on the first few weeks back. This icebreaker is all about fun. Have your students work in pairs or small groups. They can work individually but its not as much fun! Each group gets a classified color alphabet sheet, they use that to help solve the phrases on both sheets. Icebreaker Activity Back to school activity Interactive (Social activity) Supply file Indoor play Quick Note Print a copy on card and laminate. Have this activity available on hand for special rewards. Your students can use a dry eraser to play and then wipe clean. Whats included 2 Sheets with phrases to solve + answer key sheet Classified color coded sheet ▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼ Copyright © Laurena Lakeside. All rights reserved by author. Permission to copy for single classroom use only. Electronic distribution limited to single classroom use only.

This is a fun way to engage your students and have them rotate between partners. To make this getting to know you activity more exciting I created a space that was film based. Partners took it turns in interviewing the other and recording their answers. I also had students work in small groups of 4 and playing with the cards in a make shift go fish style. Lots of fun was had all round! What you get 28 Film themed getting to know you cards 4 blank film themed getting to know you cards Suggestion I highly suggest laminating and printing enough that half the class has access. By laminating you can also use dry erases to write the answers on. Suitability I have listed this resource as ‘not grade specific’ simply because any age can play it and it can be used as an enhancement in other activities. However, this has been primarily designed with Kinder- Grade 2 in mind.

This one stop template is ideal for back to school and open houses. Show off your IT skills or beautiful handwriting. Which ever works best for you or your classroom. You also have the option of a combination of the two. Ways to use There are many ways this ‘meet the teacher template’ can be used, these are some suggestions but they are certainly not limited to. A great way for students and parents to get to know who you are. Have small groups circles of students and share the template once completed. Take this as a get to know you activity and have your students ask questions. Open house - Attach a copy to the front of your students binders once completed. Parents/guardians like to see who you are. Use on a display board. Show off your students talents and skills with the meet the student template along with yours at the center. This looks awesome! Like a family tree. This also looks great at Open House/ Parent-Teacher Conferences. Included in this resource Editable Template - To be used with PowerPoint. Everything is editable! Email or DropBox to your students for them to read and print. Blank template - Print as many as needed for your students to receive a copy. Important Note This ‘meet the teacher template’ has been designed in PowerPoint, please do not purchase if you are unable to open the document. This purchase is for your own classroom use. If you would like to share with other classrooms please purchase additional licences.

This fun interactive jigsaw game is always a winner. Your students will enjoy the social interaction as well as getting to know their peers a little better. It’s a great way to welcome students back as well as new students. **What do you get Jigsaw templates 6 Activities Suitability These jigsaw activities are suitable for all age groups. It has been designed priamrily for Pre-K to Grade 6 Observations can be made about each student regarding their social skills, how they react in group settings. For younger students observations can be made on color recognition as well as how well they can grip a pencil and draw/write. FYI Please note these have been designed in A3 format. They will print in A3. You can resize to a smaller size in your printer settings. ▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼ Copyright © Laurena Lakeside. All rights reserved by author. Permission to copy for single classroom use only. Electronic distribution limited to single classroom use only.

These STEM based activities have been designed with the key component being ‘critical thinking.’ There is no minimum age for these activities, younger students will need a little more supervision and the step-by-step guides read to them. A good opportunity to observe fine motor skills with younger students! Bat Flying - Yes a little Halloween. I have incorporated this with a lesson on nocturnal animals. Your students are to design and create a bat with the limited materials supplied. Salt Crystal Leaves - Your students will learn to crystallise leaves with salt. Step-by-step guide included. I have incorporated this as part of a science lesson in the past. Measuring different quantities of salt and the time for crystallisation. Also whether it works with cold water. Skeletal Bone Bridge - Your students will build a bridge testing for strength and length using Q-tips. All craft supplies are items you would have in your classroom! Suitable for: Supply folder After-School Activities Small Groups Individual Activities Break the Ice Back to School Activities ▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼ Copyright © Laurena Lakeside. All rights reserved by author. Permission to copy for single classroom use only. Electronic distribution limited to single classroom use only.

Are you about to start teaching about our oceans? Your about to embark on a journey into the world of pollution. This STEM activity is just what you need. Your students will explore the effects oil has had on our oceans with this simple experiment. To help aid their understand there is a YouTube video to help better understand what happens when Oil leaks into our oceans. Please click on the link which will direct you to the YouTube video prior to purchasing. Your students will work in pairs/small groups and have class discussions and work to find of a solution. The materials your students will need Tray (has to be a couple of inches deep) Water Oil Sponge Straw Cotton Balls Feathers Pen and pencil for observations What’s included With this oil STEM based activity you will receive the following: Step-by-Step Guide Class Discussion points 6 oil Spill photos to distribute in your class Material list YouTube Link ▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼ Copyright © Laurena Lakeside. All rights reserved by author. Permission to copy for single classroom use only. Electronic distribution limited to single classroom use only.

These number card are ideal for wall displays as well as a border line. English and Spanish number words are on each card. The numbers range from 1 - 50. 2 sets available + 2 Games Black an White 4 bold colors on each page ( please see cover photo.) Snap and Memory game rules included Printing 4 numbers will print to a page. Please make sure that your printer settings are set to fit to page. Print on card if possible and after each number has been cut out, laminate them. This will add lifespan to your cards. ▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼ Copyright © Laurena Lakeside. All rights reserved by author. Permission to copy for single classroom use only. Electronic distribution limited to single classroom use only. If you have any questions about this resource, please contact me at laurenalakeside@gmail.com

Winter Acrostic Poem Template Would you like to add a little winter into your classroom? Are you looking for something different? Something that will ignite your students imaginations and transcend into a world where their imaginations are tested and unfold in the form of a writing assignment? Yes! What about something that can be used over and over again for years to come with different classes? Perfect! Well how about an acrostic poem? This resource is one template. Color and black and white. The black and white one is ideal for younger students who may wish to color it once completed. These look awesome up on display! Whats included; Two acrostic poems both saying ’Winter’ one in and color and the other in black and white. ▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼ Copyright © Laurena Lakeside. All rights reserved by author. Permission to copy for single classroom use only. Electronic distribution limited to single classroom use only. If you have any questions about this resource, please contact me at laurenalakeside@gmail.com

This game is a great way to emphasise, assess and observe your students understanding of numbers. CCSS 1NBT.1A is the fluency standard that is recommended. Print and laminate, card stock would be ideal as it will give them a longer lifespan. Use in pairs, small groups or as a whole class. If working in pairs or small groups you will need to print more than one copy! How to play Share the ‘I have’ cards to each student along with the number cards. The student with the first card will read their card. The student with the card that has the number that the previous student described will stand up and read their card. Included in this resource 36 ‘I have cards’ Numbers 0-120 cards Instructions on how to play the game ▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼ Copyright © Laurena Lakeside. All rights reserved by author. Permission to copy for single classroom use only. Electronic distribution limited to single classroom use only. If you have any questions about this resource, please contact me at laurenalakeside@gmail.com

These modern Science equipment labels will add the wow factor to any Science/STEM lab. It’s not just your students who will be impressed with these science labels, be the envy of your colleagues! What you will be getting: 36 Science Equipment Labels 4 labels to 1 sheet Some examples of the equipment labels you can expect: Cylinders Measuring Cups Measuring Spoons Tube Spring Scales Test Tube Rack Plastic Beakers Plastic Erlenmeyer Flasks Compasses Tape Measure Rain Gauge Sand Timer Thermometer 24 more science equipment labels ▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼ Copyright © Laurena Lakeside. All rights reserved by author. Permission to copy for single classroom use only. Electronic distribution limited to single classroom use only. If you have any questions about this resource, please contact me at laurenalakeside@gmail.com

parking creativity can often be challenging. That’s why I created this poster and anchor chart! The descriptive words are often used as prompts or reference. How-to-use I’ve created the same poster twice but in two different shades. The colors/shades may vary depending on the paper, ink and printer you are using. The poster will print on automatic letter size paper. You can change this in your printer setting to print on A3. Making the poster ideal for wall displays. The anchor charts will print 4 to one letter size page. Available in both color options. Simply select the page number you wish to print and enter the required amount. Remembering that 4 to a page will print. Anchor charts are ideal to stick in books and use as a reference guide. Having something quick to refer to often helps students and helps them learn how to reference/pin point to a certain word/area. ▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼ Copyright © Laurena Lakeside. All rights reserved by author. Permission to copy for single classroom use only. Electronic distribution limited to single classroom use only. If you have any questions about this resource, please contact me at laurenalakeside@gmail.com