Engage your students in an immersive exploration of “The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane.” This product includes a collaborative colouring poster featuring captivating scenes and characters from the novel, available in two size options (Standard and Large). Additionally, students will dive deep into character perspectives through the Character Monologue Writing activity, fostering creativity, empathy, and critical thinking.
Poster Details:
Standard Size (30 Pages): Paper size 21 x 29.7 cm & Poster size 0.84 x 1.19 m
Large Size(25 Pages): Paper size 21 x 29.7 cm & Poster size 1.05 x 1.49 m
High-quality printable PDF format for easy printing and display in your classroom
Character Monologue Activity:
Objective: Delve into character perspectives by writing monologues for key characters from the novel.
Includes a student worksheet with instructions, character assignment, and writing prompts.
Teacher instruction sheet with activity steps, extension ideas, and example monologue for reference.
Promotes critical analysis, creative writing skills, and empathy development.
Product Features:
Engaging and visually appealing collaborative poster for student collaboration and colouring activities.
Thought-provoking character monologue writing activity to deepen understanding of character motivations and growth.
Suitable for Grades 6-8, aligns with ELA standards, and encourages student participation and discussion.
Unleash creativity and deepen literary analysis with this engaging duo of activities for S.E. Hinton’s classic novel, The Outsiders. Designed to cater to students from 6th to 10th grade, these projects will enhance understanding and appreciation of the novel through visual and collaborative learning.
Collaborative Poster
This group activity encourages students to work together to create a large-scale poster that captures the essence of “The Outsiders.” Each student or group is responsible for a section of the poster, focusing on themes, key events, or character analysis. The activity culminates in assembling the sections to form a comprehensive visual representation of the novel. This is an excellent way for students to engage with the text and each other, promoting teamwork and a deeper understanding of the novel’s complexities.
2 size options included - 25 page large poster and 30 page smaller poster.
Character Collage Worksheet
Encourage individual creativity with the Character Collage activity. Students choose one of the key characters (Ponyboy, Johnny, Dally, Cherry) and create a collage using images, symbols, and quotes from the novel that reflect the character’s traits, motivations, conflicts, and relationships. This activity not only allows for artistic expression but also strengthens students’ analytical skills as they delve into the character’s role and development in the story.
Unlock the full potential of Lois Lowry’s “The Giver” in your classroom with this comprehensive and immersive resource package. Designed to spark creativity, critical thinking, and deep discussion among students in grades 6-8, this bundle is the perfect addition to your literature curriculum.
Collaborative Poster in Two Sizes
Engage your students with a visually stunning poster available in two sizes, perfect for any classroom space. Featuring key characters, symbols, and themes from “The Giver,” this poster serves as a vibrant centerpiece for discussions and activities. Students collaborate to bring the poster to life, delving into the novel’s rich narrative and symbolism.
Community Design Challenge Activity
Challenge your students to think critically and creatively with the Utopian Community Design Challenge. This activity encourages groups to design their own societies, addressing the perceived flaws in “The Giver”'s community. Complete with a detailed student worksheet and a comprehensive teacher guide, this project fosters teamwork, presentation skills, and a deeper understanding of societal structures.
Student Worksheet
Guides students through the brainstorming and design process, ensuring a thoughtful and structured approach to their community creation.
Teacher Guide
Offers step-by-step instructions for implementing the activity, including preparation tips, discussion questions, and assessment criteria.
Additional Activity Suggestions
Enhance your novel study with two more engaging activities:
Memory Transmission Project
Students create and share personal or fictional memories, exploring the novel’s themes of memory and emotion.
Symbolism and Theme Analysis
A deep-dive into the symbols and themes of “The Giver,” culminating in creative projects that allow students to express their interpretations and insights.
Why Choose This Resource
Versatile and Engaging: From artistic collaboration to critical analysis and creative expression, this package offers a variety of activities to engage all types of learners.
Ready-to-Use: Comes complete with all necessary materials and instructions, saving you preparation time and making implementation a breeze.
Standards-Aligned: Designed with educational standards in mind, ensuring that your students are getting a meaningful and compliant learning experience.
Builds Essential Skills: Encourages critical thinking, empathy, creativity, and effective communication, preparing students for future academic challenges.
Transform your exploration of “The Giver” with this unique resource package, creating an unforgettable learning experience that goes beyond the pages of the book.
Dive deep into the heartwarming story of “The One and Only Ivan” with this comprehensive and engaging classroom resource! Perfect for students in grades 6 to 8, this package brings Katherine Applegate’s beloved novel to life through collaborative art, critical thinking activities, and reflective writing.
What’s Included
Collaborative Poster in Two Sizes: Choose from two convenient sizes to fit your classroom space. Whether you have a large wall to fill or a smaller area, these beautifully designed posters featuring Ivan, Ruby, and their friends will become a vibrant centerpiece of your classroom. Each section of the poster is ready for your students to color, bringing the characters and themes of the novel to life through collaborative creativity.
Six Suggested Novel Activities: Enhance your novel study with six engaging activities designed to deepen understanding and foster empathy. Activities include “Ivan’s Art Gallery Exhibition,” “The Great Debate: Captivity vs. The Wild,” and “Create Your Own Animal Sanctuary,” among others. Each activity is crafted to complement themes from the novel and encourage students to explore their thoughts and feelings about the story.
Student Worksheet and Exemplar for Character Perspective Journal Task: A detailed worksheet guides students through the process of writing journal entries from the perspectives of Ivan, Ruby, Stella, or Bob. An exemplar journal entry provides a model of reflective writing, helping students grasp the depth and emotion of the characters’ experiences. This task encourages empathy and understanding, allowing students to connect personally with the novel’s characters.
Why You’ll Love This Resource
Versatile and Comprehensive: From art to debate to reflective writing, this package covers a wide range of activities that cater to different learning styles and classroom needs.
Ready to Use: Everything you need is included, with clear instructions for each activity and minimal preparation required.
Standards-Aligned: Activities are designed to align with common core standards for grades 6-8, ensuring that your novel study is both engaging and educationally sound.
Builds Key Skills: Students will develop critical thinking, empathy, creative expression, and persuasive writing skills as they explore the themes of the novel.
This mindfulness collaborative poster has been created to promote discussion about how students can be mindful and practice mindfulness in the classroom. This resource can be used when focussing on student wellbeing.
When young people face pressure at school and home, evidence of stress can be seen in students. Mindfulness can assist students in moving past this in a positive way.
This resource contains:
25-page collaborative poster with grid references (large poster)
30-page collaborative poster with grid references (small poster)
A4 copy of the full poster
Suggested activities
2 mindfulness practice activity sheets
11-page Mindfulness classroom bunting
Do you have a focus on student well-being and are looking for an extra activity aligned with empathy?
This collaborative poster on Empathy will help promote discussion on empathy and the feelings of your students. Students complete the collaborative colouring poster sheets and then work together to piece them together, aided by grid references. Also included is a single A4 copy of the poster for an individual, smaller poster.
Now included are two poster-size options:
• 25 page whole A4 size colouring pages (total poster size 1.4mx1.05m or 55.12” x 41.34”) OR
• 30 page smaller colouring size on A4 (total poster size 1.17m x 0.87m or 45.87" x 34.4“)
Additionally, there are 2 empathy worksheets that students can complete to enable a better understanding of feelings and empathy in their world.
This collaborative poster and activities bundle is perfect for helping students develop a growth mindset and improve their academic and personal growth. The bundle includes a large poster template with an inspiring growth mindset quote and images, as well as a variety of individual activities that can be used to supplement the poster and reinforce the growth mindset concept.
The poster template is designed for collaborative learning and encourages students to work together to create a beautiful and inspiring poster. The individual activities can be used to reinforce the growth mindset concept and help students develop positive thinking habits.
The bundle includes a variety of activities, including coloring pages, writing prompts and reflection sheets. Each activity is designed to help students develop their understanding of growth mindset and apply it to their academic and personal goals.
This collaborative poster and activities bundle is perfect for teachers, counselors, and homeschooling parents who want to help their students develop a growth mindset and reach their full potential but do not have time to develop a resource like this due to time constraints. The bundle is suitable for students in elementary, middle, and high school, and can be easily adapted to meet the needs of different learners.
Looking to engage your students in a dynamic and interactive way while learning Italian? Look no further! Our Lingua-Sketch Language Learning Pictionary-Style Cards are the perfect resource to enhance vocabulary acquisition and foster a love for the Italian language.
This comprehensive set includes 120 vocabulary words carefully curated into 6 categories: food, objects, animals, verbs, places, and a mixed bag. With a range of topics, students will expand their Italian vocabulary and gain confidence in their language skills.
The versatility of our resource allows you to choose between two options. Opt for the ‘1 Word per Card’ format, where each card showcases a single vocabulary word, color-coded according to the category. This allows for focused vocabulary practice and targeted learning. Alternatively, choose the ‘6 Words per Card’ format, featuring an assortment of words from each category on a single card. This format encourages word association and broadens students’ knowledge across different topics.
The vibrant and visually appealing cards are designed to captivate learners’ attention. Each card features a clear and bold image corresponding to the vocabulary word, ensuring comprehension and retention. Additionally, the color-coded system enables easy categorization and quick reference.
These Pictionary-style cards can be utilized in various ways, including whole-class activities, partner work, small group games, and individual practice. Encourage students to draw, act out, or describe the words to reinforce vocabulary recall and foster creativity in language expression.
This resource is ideal for Italian language teachers, homeschooling parents, and language learning centers. It is suitable for both beginner and intermediate learners, providing a solid foundation for language development.
Immerse your students in the magical world of “Bridge to Terabithia” with this comprehensive Novel Study Guide. Designed to enhance understanding, spark discussion, and promote engagement with the text, this guide is an essential resource for teaching this beloved novel.
What’s Included:
Author and Novel Background Information: Kickstart your unit with key information about the author, Katherine Paterson, and the background of “Bridge to Terabithia”. This introduction sets the stage for a deeper understanding of the novel.
Comprehensive Comprehension Questions: Each chapter is accompanied by a set of comprehension questions that range from recall to analytical. These questions are designed to encourage students to think critically and develop a deeper understanding of the text.
Key Vocabulary Words and Activities: Boost your students’ vocabulary with key words from each chapter. Definitions and engaging activities are provided to reinforce understanding and usage of these words.
Extension Activities: Open-ended projects for each chapter allow students to apply their learning beyond the text.
Differentiated Activities: Accommodate all learners with activities designed for students who require additional support or challenging assignments.
Reading Strategy Questions: Enhance student understanding of the novel with a range of reading strategy questions for each chapter. These include summarising, questioning, clarifying, predicting, connecting, theme, setting, plot exploration, visualisation, context, cause and effect, and comparing and contrasting questions.
End of Unit Assessment Tasks: Assess students’ understanding and engagement with the novel through a Creative Writing Task and Book Review. These assessments provide students with an opportunity to express their understanding in a creative and reflective way.
Collaborative Poster: Bring the novel to life with a collaborative poster. Two size options are available to best suit your classroom needs. This poster serves as a visual reminder of the novel’s key themes and symbols.
Google Slides Lessons: 18 Slides on the Theme of Gender Norms and Stereotypes along with character information from the novel. Included in this is a Canva link to a worksheet for toward the end of the slides.
Introduce your students to the captivating world Down Under with our comprehensive GeoJourney Australian Study Pack. This in-depth and engaging resource is a perfect fusion of learning, creativity and fun - designed to give your students an immersive experience into Australian wildlife, Aboriginal culture, and geography.
Here’s what you can expect in this pack:
Australian Wildlife Study: An enriching reading material exploring some opf Australia’s unique wildlife. Followed by thought-provoking questions and detailed answers to test comprehension and encourage discussions.
Aboriginal Australian Culture and Art Study: A comprehensive reading section delves into the rich history, vibrant culture and distinctive art of Aboriginal Australians. This includes a accompanying questions with answers to reinforce understanding and stimulate classroom conversation. There is also an art activity for students to have a go at.
Geography WebQuest: A fun and interactive webquest that takes students on a virtual tour around Australia’s diverse geography. Comes complete with answers for easy assessment and guidance.
20 Colour Task Cards of Famous Australian Locations: Beautifully designed and colourful task cards showcasing renowned Australian landmarks in a mixture of illustrations and pictures. They provide information about each location, encouraging students to research further, enhancing their knowledge and curiosity.
Australian Bingo Cards: Bring a touch of excitement into the learning process with our Australian-themed bingo cards. These cards feature the Australian landmarks, encouraging students to recall information in a dynamic, game-like format.
Australia Collaborative Poster: Two size variants of a collaborative poster to spark creativity and teamwork among students. Each student can contribute a part to complete this representation of Australia, promoting a sense of unity and collaboration while reinforcing their learning.
This pack is more than just an educational resource; it’s a journey that transports your students to the heart of Australia, unveiling its rich wildlife, the profound history of Aboriginal culture, and the intriguing geographical terrains. Enjoy the fusion of learning and entertainment, and watch as your students develop a profound understanding and appreciation for this beautiful continent. Ideal for diverse learning settings, and suitable for learners of various ages and educational levels.
The ‘Leadership Mastery’ bundle, is a resource for educators aiming to cultivate leadership skills in their students. This all-inclusive package is designed to make the exploration of leadership engaging, interactive, and insightful.
The bundle includes
An in-depth look at three key leadership styles: Autocratic, Democratic, and Laissez-faire. Students will not only learn the characteristics of each style but also identify their own through a detailed leadership questionnaire.
To further enhance understanding, we’ve included a set of leadership scenarios. Each scenario is paired with extension questions, encouraging students to apply their knowledge and critically analyze different leadership situations. Answers supplied.
Our ‘Qualities of a Good Leader’ worksheet allows students to delve into the traits that make a leader effective. They’ll rank these qualities in order of importance, providing a personal perspective on leadership.
The learning journey continues with a leadership WebQuest, where students will explore an informative website and answer a series of questions, further expanding their understanding of leadership. Answers supplied.
For a fun twist, we’ve added a leadership-themed word search, a great activity for reinforcing key leadership terms and concepts.
Finally, the bundle includes two size versions of a collaborative poster. This hands-on activity encourages teamwork and creativity, as students work together to create a visual representation of their collective understanding of leadership.
This ‘Leadership Mastery’ bundle is not just about teaching leadership; it’s about inspiring future leaders. Grab your bundle today and embark on the leadership journey in your classroom!"
Embark on a literary adventure with our free “Charlotte’s Web-Quest” resource! This engaging and educational package is designed to enhance students’ understanding and appreciation of E.B. White’s classic tale, “Charlotte’s Web” and provide an investigation into spiders.
This free resource includes:
Two Reading Journal Pages: Encourage students to delve deeper into the text with our thoughtfully designed reading journal pages. These pages provide space for students to record their thoughts, questions, and observations as they read, fostering a deeper connection with the text.
Charlotte Character Analysis Sheet: Help students explore the character of Charlotte with our character analysis sheet. This worksheet guides students to consider Charlotte’s traits, actions, and motivations, enhancing their understanding of this complex and beloved character.
Charlotte’s Web-Quest: Take learning beyond the book with our exciting spider webquest! This interactive activity encourages students to research and learn more about spiders and their webs, mirroring the curiosity and discovery found in “Charlotte’s Web”.
This “Charlotte’s Web-Quest” resource is a fantastic tool for teachers and homeschooling parents alike. It provides a sneak-peak of the book, allows students to investigate the world of spiders. The best part? It’s completely free! Download your copy today and bring the magic of “Charlotte’s Web” to life in your classroom.
Dive into the heartwarming tale of friendship, loyalty, and perseverance with our comprehensive “Charlotte’s Web” Novel Study Guide. This resource is part of the Literary Lighthouse series, designed to enhance students’ understanding and appreciation of E.B. White’s beloved classic, making it an engaging and educational journey from start to finish.
This Novel Study Guide includes:
Pre-Reading Questions: Kickstart students’ curiosity with thought-provoking questions designed to pique interest and set the stage for the story.
Daily Reading Log: Encourage consistent reading habits and comprehension with a structured daily reading log.
Reading Journal Pages: Three unique journal page templates provide space for reflections, questions, and observations, fostering a deeper connection with the text.
Character Analysis Worksheets: Develop students’ understanding of character development and motivations with detailed analysis worksheets.
Vocabulary Printable: Novel vocabulary words that can be printed for a word wall or word web.
Setting Worksheet: Explore the importance of setting in the story and its impact on the characters and plot.
Theme Worksheets: Delve into the themes of friendship, loyalty, and perseverance with dedicated worksheets that tie back to the story.
Chapter Analysis Worksheets: Detailed sheets for each chapter encourage students to analyze and understand key events, character actions, plot developments and new vocabulary terms.
Chapter Summaries: Concise summaries of each chapter aid comprehension and recall, ensuring students grasp the main points of the story.
30-Page Collaborative Poster: A fun and interactive group activity that results in a beautiful, large-scale representation of key themes and elements of the book.
Spider Investigation Activities: Engaging activities to educate on the parts of a spider with practical web activities.
Book Review: Book review template for students to analyze and write a review on the novel.
Answer Key for Student Questions: A comprehensive answer key provides responses to the student questions, making grading or reviewing quick and easy.
This “Charlotte’s Web” Novel Study Guide is a fantastic resource for teachers and homeschooling parents alike. It provides a structured, in-depth exploration of the book, and is designed to cater to different learning styles, making it a versatile addition to your toolkit.
Looking for a simple and effective way to boost mood and cultivate a positive mindset of your students? Want a simple starter or finisher for the day? Try a daily gratitude journal! This free resource includes a number of daily prompts to help your students focus on the things in life that bring joy and appreciation.
Each page features different gratitude prompts, along with space to write thoughts and reflections. Prompts include things like “How are three people you are grateful for?” and “What is one thing that went well for you today?”
With just a few minutes of writing each day, you can start to shift your students’ focus from negative to positive thoughts and improve their overall well-being. Download this free resource today and start your daily gratitude practice!
Help your primary to middle secondary students prioritize their mental health and wellbeing with this comprehensive journal that includes 10 weeks of daily reflection with 50 prompts, individual daily reflection and gratitude pages, all about me pages, a random acts of kindness wheel challenge, 20 student affirmations, 5 mindful affirmation coloring pages, and 16 gratitude cards.
In today’s fast-paced and stressful world, it’s more important than ever for students to take time to reflect on their thoughts and emotions and cultivate positive habits that promote mental and emotional wellness. With this journal, your students will develop important skills such as self-reflection, gratitude, kindness, and mindfulness that will help them navigate the challenges of adolescence and beyond.
The daily reflection prompts are designed to help students identify and manage their emotions, build resilience, and develop a positive mindset, while the 50 gratitude prompts encourage students to focus on the good in their lives and cultivate a sense of appreciation and thankfulness on a daily basis. The all about me pages allow students to reflect on their identity, goals, and interests, and the random acts of kindness wheel challenge encourages students to perform small acts of kindness in their daily lives.
The 20 student affirmations and 5 mindful affirmation coloring pages help build confidence and self-esteem, while the 16 gratitude cards provide students with a tangible way to express gratitude to others and share positive affirmations. By using this journal regularly, students will develop important skills and habits that will benefit them for a lifetime.
This resource is available as a PDF download and is ready to print and use right away. Just select the pages you want to use in the student journal, print A4 or A5 in a booklet or individual sheets and they are ready to go. Whether used in the classroom or at home, this resource is an invaluable tool for promoting student wellbeing and supporting students’ mental and emotional health.
This digital escape room is sure to engage students as an introduction to any Italian or geography class.
Students can work independently or collaboratively as they put their problem-solving skills to the test on a journey across Italy, discovering information on Italy ranging from history and culture, geography, the Colosseum, Leonardo da Vinci and Pompeii.
This escape room has several activities and puzzles for students to solve including:
Videos, Images and Readings
Word maze
Jigsaw
Caesar Cipher
Rebus
Pigpen Cypher
This digital escape room is sure to challenge and engage students as an introduction to the country of Australia, or as a stand-alone lesson.
Students can work independently or collaboratively as they put their problem-solving skills to the test on a journey across the land down under, uncovering information on Australian culture and history.
This escape room has 6 clues students must pass to complete. They are made up of a number of engaging activities including:
Images and Readings
Cryptogram
Jigsaw
Cipher
Rebus
Research and crossword
Why try a digital escape room? Not only will this activity allow your students to learn about Australia, but it will also promote problem-solving, teamwork, time management, creativity, and digital literacy skills.
“Exploring the Universe” is a captivating and educational set of 30 coloring and fact pages that will ignite your child’s love for space. Packed with fascinating images of planets, galaxies, rockets, and more, this book is perfect for young space enthusiasts and coloring enthusiasts alike.
Delve into the mysteries of the universe with each page, as fun and interesting facts are presented alongside the stunning illustrations. The book offers a unique learning experience that will spark your child’s imagination and creativity. With “Exploring the Universe,” your child can take a journey through the cosmos, discover the wonders of space, and create their own masterpieces.
Do you need another way to promote gratitude in your classroom?
Would you consider asking students to start a lesson thinking about what they are grateful for in their lives?
Perhaps students could use these cards to write messages of gratitude to each other. Or even still, use these cards in staff meetings to open up, and ask staff members to write a message of gratitude to each other.
What better way to get that warm, fuzzy feeling inside.
Just print this ready-to-go, beautiful message card set, cut them up individually, and use themas you wish.
This clip art set includes 100 high-quality images that are perfect for adding a fun and playful touch to your classroom resources, presentations, and personal projects. The images feature a variety of cute and whimsical animals that will bring a smile to the faces of students of all ages.
Each image is provided with transparent backgrounds for easy integration into your designs. The images are in PNG format, making them suitable for both digital and print use.
Use these clip art images to create engaging and visually appealing resources such as posters, worksheets, digital activities, newsletters, and more. The set includes a range of themes providing you with a versatile collection that can be used all year round.
The clip art images are ideal for teachers, homeschoolers, parents, and anyone else who wants to add a touch of whimsy to their projects. They are also perfect for creating personalized gifts, party decorations, and invitations.
Purchase this clip art set today and let your creativity run wild with 100 fun and playful images to enhance your projects!