Check out this awesome inventory survey to gain insight into students perceptions and perspective. Included there are 20 questions that have three emojis to choose from. Students will simple put a check under the one they most likely agree with, like a likert scale. Questions include topics such as: Do you follow the rules? Do you like being in my class? My teacher truly cares about me. and many more. The second page has short answer questions where students can elaborate a bit on questions such as How can your teacher help you today or why do you like working with your teacher. This is a great way to get a temperature check and gain insight into what your students think and feel about your class.

Simplify your monthly birthday planning with this simple form. It is intended to send home to parents to request various donations for birthdays. Streamline your birthday celebrations by celebrating them monthly and then ensure that parents that want to participate all dont send the same thing. This is a great way to ensure students are happy, parents are happy, and that your day is a bit easier! Happy birthday to all!

Check out this great writing activity for Flag Day. Presented in eight short answer questions, this worksheet will probe student thinking and push them to reflect on what the flag is and why it is so important. Many of the questions provide creative questions such as why do places have flags or what are some patriotic songs and which is their favorite. This is a great way to allow students to think critically and reflect in a meaningful way!

Check out this simple and direct 5-question multiple choice assessment. It an easily be adapted for a test, quiz, exit ticket or independent work. The results will provide insight for the teacher into the understandings' and content attainment of students. Topics include elections, government officials, and vocabulary related to these topics such as ballots, electors, candidates and more. An answer key has been included for your convenience.

Check out this 10 question assessment that presents question formats in both multiple choice and short answer formats. This can easily be used a s a quiz, test, homework or in-class worksheet. This is a great way to assess what students know about early settlers such as John C. Calhoun, information about the union, tariffs, imports, and more. This is a great way to gain insight, adjustment curriculum moving forward, and start or finish the lesson on early years of South Carolina settlement and beginnings.

Check out this fun and engaging pennant creation activity! With a clear outline, students record some of the most important things about them. Their favorite food, any pets, their favorite subject and their goals and aspirations are all included in a well organized manner. Students can color it as they please and then cut it out. There are string holes that are marked to turn this simple template into a classroom decoration where students feel valued and a part of their classroom community. This is a great beginning of the year activity to both decorate your classroom and allow the students to feel valued. Have fun!

Check out this awesome variety pack of pennants that can be customized in any way you choose. You will find six templates that all have a spot for holes for string to run through, and are all meant to be cut to be a perfect triangle. There is a place at the top for students to write their name but each of the six have different formats. This is a great beginning of the year activity or a way to allow students to co-create their own classroom environment. Students can write about themselves, respond to a prompt, write a short answer, draw a representation, record their learning and so much more! Have fun!

We all know that sometimes our students just feel like they need to tell you everything. Sometimes it is not about who they say it to, but rather, that they say it and they know someone is listening. Many teachers have a Teddy Bear somewhere in the back of their classroom that they allow students to tattle to so they are heard but it doesn't interrupt the teachers flow. This form is a great way to take that conversation to the next level. Allowing students to write about their feelings, what happened, and how they are going to solve it, promotes leadership, independence, problem-solving skills as well as communication skills. This is a great way to take your class to the next level while maintaining your focus on instruction!