Lessons for all learners, for educators by an educator. Ready-to-use lesson plans for classrooms and homeschools. Featuring engaging, low-prep activities for the busy teacher.
Lessons for all learners, for educators by an educator. Ready-to-use lesson plans for classrooms and homeschools. Featuring engaging, low-prep activities for the busy teacher.
UV Light Hands-on Extension Activity
Looking for an activity to extend student learning of light waves? This lesson plan has students design an investigation to determine how to prevent ultraviolet light from reaching UV beads. Students will use the Science and Engineering Practices along with the CER (Claim, Evidence, Reasoning) format for their investigation. It is the perfect resource for the “Extend” portion of 5E lessons, for GATE students, or as an at-home activity. Both color and print-friendly student pages are included. This activity requires the use of color-changing ultraviolet beads which are readily available in many stores.
This Resource Includes
• 4 Student Investigation Sheets
• List of possible investigation ideas
• Rubric
• Teacher Information Sheet including materials and instructions.
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New York Activities for Unit Study
Learn about the state of New York with these low-prep activities! The printables in this resource will help your students discover the landmarks, objects, and symbols of New York. There are three sets of 26 flashcards to allow you to differentiate for different ages and abilities of children. One set has real-life pictures, one the name of the item, and one has a short description. The matching worksheet is designed to be used as an assessment or additional practice. There is also a “Did You Know?” fact sheet with interesting information about New York. Answer keys are provided for all activities. These engaging activities are sure to add fun and interest to your study of the Empire State. Use for state studies, history units, cultural activities or just for fun!
This Resource Includes
• 78 flashcards
o 26 color pictures
o 26 item names
o 26 item descriptions
• Worksheet
• Word Bank
• “Did You Know?” fact sheet
• Answer keys for flashcards and worksheet
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Minecraft Building Ideas for the State of New York Task Cards
Learn about the Empire State while encouraging creativity and problem-solving with this set of Minecraft building challenges. Students will increase their STEM skills while building objects, symbols, and landmarks relating to New York such as pizza, Times Square, Broadway and much more! There are a variety of building activities ranging from easy to complex which allows you to use this resource with all ages and abilities. You can also complete the challenges by using blocks (LEGO, DUPLO, etc.) or any craft items for the building materials. Use for state studies, history units, STEM bins, GATE students, early finishers, or just for fun!
This Resource Includes
28 challenges in four versions:
• Color with picture
• Print-friendly with picture
• Color without picture
• Print-friendly without picture
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Activities Bundle for the State of Colorado Unit
Dive deeper into your unit study of Colorado with this bundle of activities. It includes printables as well as STEM activities. The three sets of flashcards can be used in multiple ways and allow you to differentiate for varying abilities and ages. Use the worksheet for additional practice or as an assessment, Children will love using their knowledge of Colorado landmarks and symbols to build items in the game of Minecraft. The Minecraft challenges will improve their STEM skills and add a creative aspect to your unit. You can also use the building challenges without technology by giving students craft materials or blocks such as LEGO to complete the challenges. A fun and educational way to introduce children to the Centennial State.
This Resource Includes
• 78 flashcards
o 26 color pictures
o 26 item names
o 26 item descriptions
• 28 building challenges in four versions
o Color with picture
o Print-friendly with picture
o Color without picture
o Print-friendly without picture
• Worksheet
• Word Bank
• “Did You Know?” fact sheet
• Answer keys for flashcards and worksheet
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Colorado Activities for Unit Study
Learn about the state of Colorado with these low-prep activities! The printables in this resource will help your students discover Colorado landmarks, objects, and state symbols. There are three sets of 26 flashcards to allow you to differentiate for different ages and abilities of children. One set has real-life pictures, one the name of the item, and one has a short description. The matching worksheet is designed to be used as an assessment or additional practice. There is also a “Did You Know?” fact sheet with interesting information about Colorado. Answer keys are provided for all activities. These engaging activities are sure to add fun and interest to your study of the Centennial State. Use for state studies, history units, cultural activities or just for fun!
This Resource Includes
• 78 flashcards
o 26 color pictures
o 26 item names
o 26 item descriptions
• Worksheet
• Word Bank
• “Did You Know?” fact sheet
• Answer keys for flashcards and worksheet
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Minecraft Building Ideas for the State of Colorado Task Cards
Learn about the Centennial State while encouraging creativity and problem-solving with this set of Minecraft building challenges. Students will increase their STEM skills while building Colorado landmarks, objects, and symbols such as trout, skiing, the Rocky Mountains and much more! There are a variety of building activities ranging from easy to complex which allows you to use this resource with all ages and abilities. You can also complete the challenges by using blocks (LEGO, DUPLO, etc.) or any craft items for the building materials. Use for state studies, history units, STEM bins, GATE students, early finishers, or just for fun!
This Resource Includes
28 challenges in four versions:
• Color with picture
• Print-friendly with picture
• Color without picture
• Print-friendly without picture
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Massachusetts Activities for Unit Study
Learn about the state of Massachusetts with these low-prep activities! The printables in this resource will help your students discover Massachusetts landmarks, objects, and state symbols. There are three sets of 26 flashcards to allow you to differentiate for different ages and abilities of children. One set has real-life pictures, one the name of the item, and one has a short description. The matching worksheet is designed to be used as an assessment or additional practice. There is also a “Did You Know?” fact sheet with interesting information about Massachusetts. Answer keys are provided for all activities. These engaging activities are sure to add fun and interest to your study of the Bay State. Use for state studies, history units, cultural activities or just for fun!
This Resource Includes
• 78 flashcards
o 26 color pictures
o 26 item names
o 26 item descriptions
• Worksheet
• Word Bank
• “Did You Know?” fact sheet
• Answer keys for flashcards and worksheet
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Minecraft Building Ideas for the State of Massachusetts Task Cards
Learn about the Bay State while encouraging creativity and problem-solving with this set of Minecraft building challenges. Students will increase their STEM skills while building Massachusetts landmarks, objects, and symbols such as lighthouses, clams, the Mayflower and much more! There are a variety of building activities ranging from easy to complex which allows you to use this resource with all ages and abilities. You can also complete the challenges by using blocks (LEGO, DUPLO, etc.) or any craft items for the building materials. Use for state studies, history units, STEM bins, GATE students, early finishers, or just for fun!
This Resource Includes
28 challenges in four versions:
• Color with picture
• Print-friendly with picture
• Color without picture
• Print-friendly without picture
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Activities Bundle for the State of Massachusetts Unit
Dive deeper into your unit study of Massachusetts with this bundle of activities. It includes printables as well as STEM activities. The three sets of flashcards can be used in multiple ways and allow you to differentiate for varying abilities and ages. Use the worksheet for additional practice or as an assessment, Children will love using their knowledge of Massachusetts landmarks and symbols to build items in the game of Minecraft. The Minecraft challenges will improve their STEM skills and add a creative aspect to your unit. You can also use the building challenges without technology by giving students craft materials or blocks such as LEGO to complete the challenges. A fun and educational way to introduce children to the Bay State.
This Resource Includes
• 78 flashcards
o 26 color pictures
o 26 item names
o 26 item descriptions
• 28 building challenges in four versions
o Color with picture
o Print-friendly with picture
o Color without picture
o Print-friendly without picture
• Worksheet
• Word Bank
• “Did You Know?” fact sheet
• Answer keys for flashcards and worksheet
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Start off your year with this fun get-to-know-you activity! Students will create a visual representation of their life and explain it to the rest of the class. There are two versions of the instruction sheet: one using technology and one that does not.
After the class has viewed the slides, use the reflection questions to encourage students to see the similarities among themselves and build your classroom community.
Continue to build on this activity throughout the year with the student-generated questions. Every student will write several questions they want to know about other students. Pull one out when you have those “extra” minutes or use them as a weekly “student spotlight” activity. This is a yearly favorite with students!
Includes:
• 2 Versions of Instruction Sheet
• Reflection Questions
• Student-generated Question Sheet
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Bundle of Activities for Country of England Unit
Dive deeper into your unit study of England with this bundle of activities. It includes printables as well as STEM activities. The three sets of flashcards can be used in multiple ways as well as to differentiate for varying abilities and ages. Use the worksheet for additional practice or as an assessment, Children will love using their knowledge of English symbols and landmarks to build items in the game of Minecraft. The Minecraft challenges will improve their STEM skills and add a creative aspect to your unit. You can also use the building challenges without technology by giving students craft materials or blocks such as LEGO to complete the challenges. A fun and educational way to introduce children to different countries.
This Resource Includes
• 78 flashcards
o 26 color pictures
o 26 item names
o 26 item descriptions
• Worksheet
• Word Bank
• “Did You Know?” fact sheet
• Answer keys for flashcards and worksheet
• 28 building challenges in four versions
o Color with picture
o Print-friendly with picture
o Color without picture
o Print-friendly without picture
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Activities for Country Study Unit
Learn about the country of England with these low-prep activities! The printables in this resource will help your students learn about the symbols, objects, and landmarks of England. There are three sets of 26 flashcards to allow you to differentiate for different ages and abilities of children. One set has real-life pictures, one the name of the item, and one has a short description. The matching worksheet is designed to be used as an assessment or additional practice. There is also a “Did You Know?” fact sheet with interesting information about England. Answer keys are provided for all activities. These engaging activities are sure to add fun and interest to your study of England. Use for history units, country studies, cultural activities or just for fun!
This Resource Includes
• 78 flashcards
o 26 color pictures
o 26 item names
o 26 item descriptions
• Worksheet
• Word Bank
• “Did You Know?” fact sheet
• Answer keys for flashcards and worksheet
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Activities for Country Study Unit
Learn about the country of Scotland with these low-prep activities! The printables in this resource will help your students learn about the symbols, objects, and landmarks of Scotland. There are three sets of 26 flashcards to allow you to differentiate for different ages and abilities of children. One set has real-life pictures, one the name of the item, and one has a short description or fact. The matching worksheet is designed to be used as an assessment or additional practice. There is also a “Did You Know?” sheet with interesting information about Scotland. Answer keys are provided for all activities. These engaging activities are sure to add fun and interest to your study of Scotland. Use for history units, country studies, cultural activities or just for fun!
This Resource Includes
• 78 flashcards
o 26 color pictures
o 26 item names
o 26 item descriptions
• Worksheet
• Word Bank
• “Did You Know?” fact sheet
• Answer keys for flashcards and worksheet
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Activities Bundle for the Country of Scotland Unit
Dive deeper into your unit study of Scotland with this bundle of activities. It includes printables as well as STEM activities. The three sets of flashcards can be used in multiple ways and allow you to differentiate for varying abilities and ages. Use the worksheet for additional practice or as an assessment, Children will love using their knowledge of Scottish landmarks and symbols to build items in the game of Minecraft. The Minecraft challenges will improve their STEM skills and add a creative aspect to your unit. You can also use the building challenges without technology by giving students craft materials or blocks such as LEGO to complete the challenges. A fun and educational way to introduce children to different countries.
This Resource Includes
• 78 flashcards
o 26 color pictures
o 26 item names
o 26 item descriptions
• 28 building challenges in four versions
o Color with picture
o Print-friendly with picture
o Color without picture
o Print-friendly without picture
• Worksheet
• Word Bank
• “Did You Know?” fact sheet
• Answer keys for flashcards and worksheet
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Activities for United Kingdom Countries Unit
Learn about the countries of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland with these low-prep activities! The printables in this resource will help your students learn about the symbols, objects, and landmarks of England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, and Wales. There are three sets of 78 flashcards to allow you to differentiate for different ages and abilities of children. One set has real-life pictures, one the name of the item, and one has a short description or fact. The matching worksheets are designed to be used as assessments or additional practice. There are also “Did You Know?” sheets with interesting information about each country. Answer keys are provided for all activities. These engaging activities are sure to add fun and interest to your study of the UK. Use for history units, country studies, cultural activities or just for fun!
This Resource Includes
• 234 flashcards
o 78 color pictures
o 78 item names
o 78 item descriptions
• 3 Worksheets
• 3 Word Banks
• 3 “Did You Know?” fact sheets
• Answer keys for flashcards and worksheets
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Bundle of Activities for the Countries of Northern Ireland and Wales Unit
Dive deeper into your unit study of Northern Ireland and Wales with this bundle of activities. It includes printables as well as STEM activities. The three sets of flashcards can be used in multiple ways as well as to differentiate for varying abilities and ages. Use the worksheet for additional practice or as an assessment, Children will love using their knowledge of country symbols and landmarks to build items in the game of Minecraft. The Minecraft challenges will improve their STEM skills and add a creative aspect to your unit. You can also use the building challenges without technology by giving students craft materials or blocks such as LEGO to complete the challenges. A fun and educational way to introduce children to different countries.
This Resource Includes
• 78 flashcards
o 26 color pictures
o 26 item names
o 26 item descriptions
• 28 building challenges in four versions
o Color with picture
o Print-friendly with picture
o Color without picture
o Print-friendly without picture
• Worksheet
• Word Bank
• “Did You Know?” fact sheet
• Answer keys for flashcards and worksheet
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Northern Ireland and Wales Activities for Unit Study
Learn about the countries of Northern Ireland and Wales with these low-prep activities! The printables in this resource will help your students discover the landmarks, objects, and symbols of both countries. There are three sets of 26 flashcards (13 from each country) to allow you to differentiate for different ages and abilities of children. One set has real-life pictures, one the name of the item, and one has a short description. The matching worksheet is designed to be used as an assessment or additional practice. There is also a “Did You Know?” fact sheet with interesting information about the countries. Answer keys are provided for all activities. These engaging activities are sure to add fun and interest to your study of Northern Ireland and Wales. Use for country studies, history units, cultural activities or just for fun!
This Resource Includes
• 78 flashcards
o 26 color pictures
o 26 item names
o 26 item descriptions
• Worksheet
• Word Bank
• “Did You Know?” fact sheet
• Answer keys for flashcards and worksheet
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Minecraft Building Ideas for Northern Ireland and Wales Task Cards
Learn more about the beautiful countries of Northern Ireland and Wales with these Minecraft building challenges. Students will increase their STEM skills while building objects, symbols, and landmarks relating to Northern Ireland and Wales! The building challenges range from easy to complex which allows you to use this resource with children of all ages and abilities. You can also have them complete the challenges by using blocks (LEGO, DUPLO, etc.) or any craft items for the building materials. Use for history units, country studies, STEM bins, GATE students, early finishers, or just for fun!
This Resource Includes
28 challenges in four versions (14 for each country):
• Color with picture
• Print-friendly with picture
• Color without picture
• Print-friendly without picture
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Minecraft Building Ideas for England Task Cards
Add some fun STEM activities to your study of the country of England with these Minecraft building challenges. Students will be challenged to build objects, symbols, and landmarks relating to England, such as tea, lions, Big Ben, and much more! The building challenges range from easy to complex which allows you to use this resource with children of all ages and abilities. You can also complete the challenges by using blocks (LEGO, DUPLO, etc.) or any craft items for the building materials. Use for history units, country studies, STEM bins, early finishers, or just for fun!
This Resource Includes
28 challenges in four versions:
• Color with picture
• Print-friendly with picture
• Color without picture
• Print-friendly without picture
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Minecraft Building Ideas for the Country of Australia Task Cards
Learn about the country of Australia while encouraging creativity and problem-solving with this set of Minecraft building challenges. Students will increase their STEM skills while building objects, landmarks, and symbols of Australia such as kangaroos, boomerangs, the Sydney Opera House and much more! There are a variety of building activities ranging from easy to complex which allows you to use this resource with all ages and abilities. You can also complete the challenges by using blocks (LEGO, DUPLO, etc.) or any craft items for the building materials. Use for country studies, history units, STEM bins, GATE students, early finishers, or just for fun!
This Resource Includes
28 challenges in four versions:
• Color with picture
• Print-friendly with picture
• Color without picture
• Print-friendly without picture
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