Guide your pupils’ peer feedback with these easy to use feedback slips.
Each slip prompts children to say something positive about the work they are assessing and to give a point for improvement.
A great tool for introducing and encouraging peer feedback in your classroom. Just print out onto coloured paper, cut and away you go.
A set of word cards covering the main vocabulary for any environmental/saving the planet topic. Contains 18 words that can be laminated/displayed for your children to refer to during lessons.
These printables feature 9 scientific method posters with definitions.
This set includes:
-Scientific Method
-Definition
-Ask a Question
-Make a Prediction
-Conduct an Experiment
-Gather Materials
-Collect Data
-Present Results
-Draw a Conclusion
There is also a PowerPoint of the images so you can introduce the method as a whole class.
First day of school pictures are such a great memory to have.
Included are signs for the students to hold while taking their picture on the first day of school. There is a sign for each grade Pre-k through 7th Grade! Each sign is editable so that you can reuse year, after year.
I hope you enjoy…and happy back to school! :)
UK Edition is also available.
These colorful frame inserts fit the IKEA TOLSBY 4" x 6" double frames. They are fully editable so you can create your own message, directions, or reminders!
Calendar Set {Rainbow Pop)
Decorate your classroom this year with this colourful Rainbow Pop Calendar Set.
The following is included in this package:
*Days of the Week Cards
*Months of the Year Cards
*Today is, Tomorrow will be, Yesterday Was and The Month Is cards
*Calendar number cards 1st - 31st
*Weather Clip Chart and 8 Weather cards
*Seasons Dial
This file consists of 31 posters listing 8 synonyms for some of the most common words.
These posters will help your students to use more ambitious vocabulary by encouraging them to choose more interesting or powerful words for their writing.
Posters for:
angry, bad, big, brave, cold, fast, fun, funny, good, got, happy, hard, hot, hungry, kind, laugh, like, little, looked, mean, neat, pretty, ran, sad, said, scared, shy, slow, smart, tired, walked
This year 3-4 word wall contains all the common exception words that children need to be able to read/spell by the end of year 4. The words are presented in pre-cursive script with a bright, colourful border.
Get children excited about arrays with this PowerPoint featuring a series of photos of arrays in real life situations - from egg boxes to eyeshadows, waffles to windows. Final slide is an opportunity for children to feedback where they have seen an array.
Use as an introduction to arrays, a plenary, or print off photos and get children to write the repeated addition or multiplication for the array.
Get your children talking about books with these book talk sentence starters.
This product contains 14 pre-made speech bubbles and two title options (‘Book Talk’ or ‘Text Talk’). All speech bubbles are full page and are black and white but can be printed on fun, bright card/paper if you choose!
his resource includes everything you will ever need to have a successful and stress-free Meet the Teacher or Open House. It’s also editable so that you can customise it to reflect your information, procedures, and teaching philosophy.
What’s Included:
Meet the Teacher Letter: Introduce yourself to parents and students with this friendly letter. This letter will allow you to share your experience, education, hobbies, etc.
Flip Book: Provide parents with all the information they need to know for the upcoming school year with this editable, no-cut flip book.
Parent Letter: Communicate your expectations and help parents prepare their children to be a successful student in your class with this editable letter.
‘Thanks For Popping In’ Gift Tags: Pair these printables with popcorn or lollipops as a fun treat for parents.
Parent Questionnaire: Gather information about student strengths, weaknesses, things that motivate or upset them, concerns, medical or personal issues, etc. with this parent questionnaire.
Volunteer Form: (Two versions) These forms will help you gather all the information you need to reach out to parents when you need classroom volunteers.
Transportation Form: Knowing how students get to school each day is a very important part of classroom management. It also ensures that you are organised on the first day and can assist students who don’t know where to go.
Magnets: Provide parents with a fridge magnet so that your contact information will be accessible to them.
Station Signs: Place these signs around your room to keep yourself and parents organised. These signs will help keep foot traffic moving and ensure that parents get all the forms and information they need.
Sign-In Sheet: This form will help you remember the families who visited your classroom and provide you with important parent contact information.
12 PowerPoint Presentation: This presentation will help you communicate expectations and important information to parents. It can be presented as you talk or played on a loop at the front of your class for parents to read at their leisure.
Virtual field trips are a great way for students to see the world without leaving their classroom or living room! This virtual field trip reflection log gives students the opportunity to capture what they learn, like, and wonder while exploring a plethora of places and things online.
Students can include:
the destination
a description
the best part
3 things they had learnt
a picture of their favourite part
Download includes both US & UK spellings.
Get your students talking with these colourful, interactive class discussion prompts. Use either full screen in class or interactively through Microsoft PowerPoint/Google Slides/SeeSaw
What’s included:
Over 45 discussion prompts (US & UK Versions)
I wish I knew more about…
If I had a million dollars. I would…
If I had a million pounds, I would…
I can show a growth mindset by…
I can help save the planet by…
A good friend it…
My favorite book is…
My favourite book is…
If I could travel anywhere in the world, I would go to…
Kindness means…
Courage means…
Respect means…
Perseverance means…
I am thankful for…
I am special because
If I could go back in time, I would go…
If I could meet any famous person, it would be… because…
The best job in the world is…
One thing I am really good at is…
A challenge I am working really hard to overcome is…
The emoji that best describes me today is…
My perfect day would be…
Someone who is an inspiration to me is… because…
When I grow up, I want to be…
My biggest fear is…
My favorite food is…
My favourite food is…
A goal I have is…
A target I have is…
In my family, we like to…
If I had a superpower, it would be… because…
I’m proud of myself because…
My favorite dessert is…
My favourite dessert is…
Something that makes me happy is…
If I were the teacher for the day…
My favorite song is…
My favourite song is…
Words are powerful because…
If I knew I couldn’t fail, I would…
My favorite season is…
My favourite season is…
If I could invent an app, it would…
One word to describe me is…
My favorite word is…
My favourite word is…
My favorite memory is…
My favourite memory is…
Two slides for each starter
Full screen slide for display in the classroom
Slide with blank space for interactive online discussion/student writing
Compatibility:
These templates are compatible with Microsoft PowerPoint, Google Slides & Keynote software.
Please note - this product has only been tested with PowerPoint & Slides.
In the download, you will get the Microsoft PowerPoint files and a PDF with instructions and clickable links to access the files in Google Drive. If using Google Slides you will be asked to make a copy on your own Google Drive.
Children will need to draw their own text boxes to enter their text.
Image files are also included for use in SeeSaw/PicCollage
If, after downloading and reading the instructions, you are still having problems don’t hesitate to email me at monsterteachingideas@yahoo.com
These graphic organizers will help your students think deeply about their reading and improve their reading comprehension in an engaging, visual way. Vocabulary, story elements, author’s purpose, inference, and many more are included.
They also help children organize their knowledge of processes and events in Science/Social Studies.
This flexible product is perfect for distance learning or in the classroom. It works with Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Teams, Google Classroom, SeeSaw or on paper/in notebooks. The choice is yours!
What’s included:
Over 45 graphic organizers:
35 solely for reading
11 generic templates for use in other subjects
Reading organizers include:
Cause & Effect (6 versions)
Making Predictions
Author’s Purpose (2 versions)
Compare & Contrast (3 versions: stories, characters & events)
Problem & Solution (2 versions: story & character)
Making Inferences (2 versions)
Describing Characters
Character Examination (4 versions)
Sequencing Events (4 versions)
Summarising (2 versions)
Story Elements
Story Map
Story Mountain
Main Idea
Drawing Conclusions
Theme
Vocabulary
Non-Fiction
Reading Log (2 versions)
Generic organizers include:
KWL grid
Concept Map (2 versions)
Radial Map
Basic Cycle (2 versions)
Basic Pyramid
Inverted Pyramid
Simple Table
Venn Diagram
and more…
Use them in:
small groups
literature circles
centers
️reading workshop
️independent practice
whole class.
Use them with
multi-chapter books
picture books
reading series
stories
plays/dramas
read alouds
non-fiction books
Compatibility:
These templates are compatible with Microsoft PowerPoint, Google Slides & SeeSaw software.
In the download, you will get the Microsoft PowerPoint files and a PDF with instructions and clickable links to access the files in Google Drive. If using Google Slides you will be asked to make a copy on your own Google Drive.
The slides have text boxes already inserted so children can edit them if being used remotely. If you wish to print the organizers for use in the classroom, just delete the text boxes beforehand.
If, after downloading and reading the instructions, you are still having problems don’t hesitate to email me at monsterteachingideas@yahoo.com
These EDITABLE teacher toolbox labels are perfect for organizing all your small supplies in STYLE so they can be grabbed in a matter of seconds! This range will bring your classroom to life whilst adding a calm and homey feel, making it perfect for all grade levels and seasons!
Includes:
33 Ready to Print Teacher Toolbox Labels
PowerPoint file so you can edit the text
Label measurements:
Large: 11cm x 5cm
Small: 5cm x 3.5cm
(sizes can be altered by saving as a PDF and then changing the custom size)
Fonts used:
KG Blank Space Sketch
KG Second Chances Sketch
**COMING SOON: **If you like your classroom decor to match, keep an eye out for further products in this style.
Set of 15 ready-to-print famous author posters. Containing portraits, biographical information, examples of their works, and quotes about reading/storytelling, all in calming, neutral colours, these are a must have for your classroom or school library.
Authors included are:
Francesca Simon (Horrid Henry books)
David Walliams (Ratburger, Gangsta Granny etc)
J.K. Rowling (Harry Potter Books)
Jacqueline Wilson (Tracy Beaker, Hetty Feather etc)
Julia Donaldson (The Gruffalo, Room on the Broom etc)
Roald Dahl (Matilda, Charlie & the Chocolate Factory etc)
Michael Morpurgo (War Horse, Private Peaceful)
Allan Ahlberg (The Jolly Postman, Each Peach Pear Plum etc)
A.A. Milne (Winnie the Pooh books)
C.S. Lewis (Narnia books)
Terry Deary (Horrible Histories)
Dick King-Smith (The Sheep Pig - aka Babe - etc)
Dav Pilkey (Captain Underpants, Dogman etc)
Beatrix Potter (Peter Rabbitt etc)
Dr Seuss (The Cat in the Hat, The Lorax etc)
The colours in this match my neutral plant themed decor
Set of 15 ready-to-print famous author posters. Containing portraits, biographical information, examples of their works, and quotes about reading/storytelling, all in bright, rainbow colours, these are a must have for your classroom or school library.
Authors included are:
Francesca Simon (Horrid Henry books)
David Walliams (Ratburger, Gangsta Granny etc)
J.K. Rowling (Harry Potter Books)
Jacqueline Wilson (Tracy Beaker, Hetty Feather etc)
Julia Donaldson (The Gruffalo, Room on the Broom etc)
Roald Dahl (Matilda, Charlie & the Chocolate Factory etc)
Michael Morpurgo (War Horse, Private Peaceful)
Allan Ahlberg (The Jolly Postman, Each Peach Pear Plum etc)
A.A. Milne (Winnie the Pooh books)
C.S. Lewis (Narnia books)
Terry Deary (Horrible Histories)
Dick King-Smith (The Sheep Pig - aka Babe - etc)
Dav Pilkey (Captain Underpants, Dogman etc)
Beatrix Potter (Peter Rabbitt etc)
Dr Seuss (The Cat in the Hat, The Lorax etc)
The colours in this match my other Rainbow Pop resources.
Keep students focused and hydrated with this fantastic classroom management tool in calm, neutral colors.
Just choose a location to keep students’ water bottles & give them some guidelines on when they can grab a drink.
Includes:
Ready to Print Sign (uses PowerPoint)
Editable Guidelines
COMING SOON: If you like your classroom decor to match, keep an eye out for further products in this style.