“The Polar Express” Lesson Plan
This lesson includes:
Benchmarks
Pre, Post, and During Reading Activities
Comprehension questions
Sequencing
Retelling of the story
Plot, Character, Setting, Problem Chart
Word Sorts
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Math Dyscalculia and Math Dyslexia (61 page) NO Prep Pack for Visual Spatial Learners Special Education and Non-Verbal Learners
This resource is created for teaching, practice, and assessment of:
Number Sense
Skip counting
Sequencing of numbers
Number patterns
Sequencing of months and seasons
Direction
Parts of a whole
Visualization and mental math
Reversibility
Sorting
Math Standards Covered:
Count to 100 by ones and by tens.
Write numbers from 0 to 20. Represent a number of objects with a written numeral 0-20 (with 0 representing a count of no objects).
Understand the relationship between numbers and quantities; connect counting to cardinality.
Identify whether the number of objects in one group is greater than, less than, or equal to the number of objects in another group, e.g., by using matching and counting strategies.
Compare two numbers between 1 and 10 presented as written numerals.
Work with numbers 11-19 to gain foundations for place value.
Describe and compare measurable attributes.
Describe measurable attributes of objects, such as length or weight. Describe several measurable attributes of a single object.
Identify and describe shapes (squares, circles, triangles, rectangles, hexagons, cubes, cones, cylinders, and spheres).
Describe objects in the environment using names of shapes, and describe the relative positions of these objects using terms such as above, below, beside, in front of, behind, and next to.
Represent and solve problems involving addition and subtraction.
Understand place value.
Compare two two-digit numbers based on meanings of the tens and ones digits, recording the results of comparisons with the symbols >, =, and <.
Measure lengths indirectly and by iterating length units.
This resource is great for:
Special Ed classroom instruction
Math centers, math stations
Independent work
Distance learning, eLearning
At home learning, homework
Skill practice review
IEP Checks
Early finishers
Assessments of problem solving and non-verbal skills
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Simple Machines Unit (29 pages):
identifying, defining, and labeling 6 simple machines
explaining the use of simple machines in every day life
understand that simple machines are a part of larger machinery
new vocabulary
3 types of work; push, pull, and lift
be able to explain the purpose of simple machines
the position and tools
tools and safety
the lever and its parts
the inclined plane
the pulley
the screw
the wedge
the wheel and axle
labeling charts
background knowledge
assessment
**Happy Teaching, **
Lena M.Ed.
This is an original, 93 page Summer STEM Pack Bundle.
Bound to fill your summer with fun and STEM learning. Aligned with curriculum standards and cross cutting curriculum.
This booklet is packed with challenges and activities from building bridges, weather tool and robots to experimenting with magnets and making lavitators.
Happy STEMing!
Jenna Jons
Rounding Whole Numbers Pack is an 8 page booklet with visual explanations on rounding rules and practice worksheets.
Ideal for students in grades 3-5.
Happy Teaching!
Jenna Jons
Learn to Code Primary Grades Unit Pdf and Boom Task Cards
Pdf file (27 pages) & Coding Boom Cards (23 cards)
The pdf file includes unplugged computer coding activities. The Coding Boom Task Cards are “plugged”, device activities.
Foundational programming skills included:
Drag and Drop
Directionality - Cardinal Directions
Algorithm building activities
Sequencing activities
Blockly Puzzle Activity
Boom task cards link is included in the file
If you have any questions about Boom Task Cards, please email me @ mrslenamed@gmail.com
Have Fun Teaching!
Christmas Math - Boom Cards
A fun, interactive, online math game for kids ages 5-7.
Concepts covered:
Patterns
Number sequence
Reading calendar
Skip Counting
Counting
Sorting
More, Less, Equal
This resource is great for:
Math practice
Mini lesson
Math centers
Distance Learning
Homework
Early finishers
Have Fun Learning Math :)
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Scarcity Reading
Daily Choices Activity - cost and benefit
Opportunity Cost
The Story of Three Little Pigs
Post Lesson Questions & Answers - Needs & Wants
Scarcity - needs and wants
Word Search
Winter Bundle Pack (63 pages) includes Arctic Animals Unit, Winter Readings About Winter, and Penguins Unit.
Arctic Animals Unit
The location of the Arctic
Characteristics of the Arctic Ocean
The Arctic Biome
The Arctic Adaptation
Physical and behavioral adaptation of arctic animals
Arctic fox, snowshoe hare, seals, caribou, polar bears, snowy owl;
Food chains & food webs
Writing activities
Word search
Winter Pack Readings About Winter
Winter Solstice
Types of winter precipitation
Types of snow
Snow as an insulator
Trees in the winter
Types of Hibernation
Post Lesson Assessment
Answer Key
Penguins Unit
Lesson Objectives
Habitat(s)
Physical and behavioral adaptations of penguins
Location of penguin habitats in the Southern Hemisphere
Penguin life cycle
Emperor Penguin text
The Little Penguin text
Galapagos Penguins text
KWL Chart
New vocabulary
Post lesson activities
This pack covers:
finding probability from experiments
experimental probability
theoretical probability
tree diagrams
step by step explanations
video examples
answer key
This resource is great for:
Math Centers
Independent work
Distance learning
At home learning and/or homework
Assessment
Initial instruction, review and re-teaching
Thank you,
Mrs. Lena
Hawaiian Islands Biodiversity and Endemic Species Lesson
This resource includes:
Learning Objectives
KLW Chart
Geographical maps of the Hawaiian Islands
Formation of the Hawaiian Islands
Unique land forms of the Hawaiian Islands
Hot spots and the Ring of Fire background and visuals
The Hawaiian Monk Seals (endemic and endangered species) reading
characteristics, diet, behavior, threats
The Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle
Characteristics, diet, behavior, threats
Plastic Pollution and the Great Pacific Garbage Patch
Reading comprehension questions
Text-to-self questions
New Vocabulary Activities
Word Search
Post lesson quiz
Answer key
This resource is great for:
Teaching about unique habitats
Teaching about biodiversity, endemic and endangered species
Teaching about interdependence of species
Teaching how changes in physical environment affect the survival of the organisms
Teaching about the importance of native habitat to the survival of endemic species
Teaching middle school science
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**Tide Pools of the Pacific Coast California Science Research 72- page Unit is ideal for teaching about the movement of matter among plants, animals, and the environment; habitat, diet, food chain, and interdependence of unique ecosystems.
This easy-to-use resource includes: 8 Non-fiction reading comprehension passages with questions and answer keys. Word search activities, coloring, plenty of visual images to immerse your students in the underwater world of tide pools and inter-tidal zones.**
The Wonders of Tide Pools Reading - Reading
Watch Your Step and Treat With Care - Reading
Food Chain of Pacific Tide Pools
New Vocabulary Chart
Ecosystem and Its Elements (Biotic and A-biotic)
Adaptations / Filter Feeders and Living in Groups
Sea Stars Reading and Activities
Sea Anemones Reading and Activities
Word Search Activities
Mussels Reading and Activities
Sea Urchin Reading and Activities
Barnacles and Limpets Reading and Activities
Know Learned Want to Know Chart
Post Reading Questions
Coloring Activities
This resources if great for:
Teaching elementary science
Enrichment
Whole group instruction
Small group instruction
Science centers
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Seasons & Months of the Year Pdf and Printable Seasons Boom Cards
Google Classroom Ready 19 page Pdf or Nearpod Lesson + 13 Boom Task Cards
This pack includes:
Seasons - identifying seasons
Matching seasons and months of the year
Matching seasons and holidays/traditions
Reason for seasons
Comprehension questions
Northern and Southern Hemisphere - seasons
Seasonal clothing selection
Boom Task Cards
Identify and sequence months of the year
Patterns
Sorting
Fill in the blanks
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Mrs. Lena, M.Ed.
Natural Resources Unit:
18 pages
natural resources
renewable and non-renewable resources
flow resources
difference between renewable and non-renewable and their costs
importance of resource conservation
how humans use natural resources
identify raw resources and their uses
new vocabulary
Jenna J.
The Galapagos Islands Lesson (28 pages)
This resource includes:
The Galapagos Islands Map
Background Information
Endemic and Keystone species
Keystone Species Study Text:
The Giant Tortoise
Marine Lizards
Galapagos Tropical Penguins
Adaptations: Behavioral and Physical
The effects of invasive species and the human population on the Galapagos species
Video Resource
Visuals
New Vocabulary
Word Search
This resource is great for:
Teaching science
Teaching about biodiversity and unique ecosystems with endemic species
Science centers
Independent work
Distance learning, eLearning
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Map Skills Unit; 20 pages
After this unit students will be able to:
Identify major elements of maps
Be able to create their own map
Be able to use a map to locate places
Use a compass rose to identify a direction of travel
Find coordinates of a certain place
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Mrs. Lena, M.Ed.
258 page, STEM Challenges YEAR BUNDLE
50+ Challenges and Science Stations
Bridge Building Challenges
Mixture & Solutions Challenges
Liquid Density Challenges
Water Surface Tension Challenge
Solar System Model Challenge
Change of Matter Challenge
Laws of Motion Challenges
Center of Gravity Challenge
Anti- Gravity Challenges
Magnetic Field Challenges
Buoyancy Challenges
Boat Building Challenge
Tower Building Challenge
Make a Levitator Challenge
Water Cycle Challenges
Air Resistance Challenge
Landforms challenges
Build a Short Circuit Challenge
Build an Energy Efficient God House Challenge
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**Have Fun Teaching!
Mrs. Lena, M.Ed.
“We Are All Greta: Be Inspired to Save the World” Lesson Plan" by Giannela- Lesson Plan/ Discussion Guide. This is a cross curriculum science and social studies text, ideal for intermediate grades.
Concepts covered: emissions, vulnerability, resilience, migration, sustainability, deforestation, renewable and non-renewable resources, biodiversity, urban and rural centers, etc.
This lesson pack includes:
pre, post, and during reading activities
reading comprehension questions
extension resources; Ecological footprint, carbon-dioxide emissions, 4Ocean, & a radial plan to end plastic pollution
word search
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**Earthquake Unit, 21 pages, includes the following: **
Earthquake origination
Earthquake wave types
Determination of an epicenter
Identification of earthquake zones on Earth
Earthquake strength
The relation of the type of earthquake and destruction
Earthquake simulation, hands on engineering activity
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Lena M.Ed.
17 page, Polar Regions - Arctic and Antarctic lesson covers:
Characteristics of the polar regions
Polar adaptations
Plants and wildlife characteristic to each region
Post assessment
Answer sheet
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