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Designed for grades 5-7, this writing unit uses the example of The Great Barrier Reef and walks students through the process of preparing for and writing a research paper. From choosing topics to developing research questions to citing sources to paraphrasing findings, students will come away with a piece that has been edited, revised, and shared with peers. The unit features: 18 lesson plans 80+ downloadable posters, activity cards, awards, …
In this lesson plan students in grades K-8 will work together as a group to take a look at how they can create a culture of kindness not only in their classroom, but throughout their school. Through a series of reflection activities and collaborative discussion, this lesson is designed to guide your students in building a kind, caring community. Download this lesson plan for: Tips and Extensions Poster Printables Planning …
Chinese New Year, also known as the Spring Festival, has been celebrated for thousands of years. Falling between January 21st and February 20th, it marks the start of the New Year in China, and is celebrated for 15 days surrounding its Chinese Zodiac animal distinction. In 2023, China celebrates the Year of the Rabbit beginning on January 22nd. Download this free lesson plan to teach your 1st-3rd grade students* about this …
Do you have an Early Education Program with your secondary students? Or maybe you’re a Pre-K or Kindergarten teacher looking for activities to help students learn about numbers and counting? We’ve got a free lesson plan for you, aligned with Common Core Math Standard K.CC.A.1-5: “Counting Strategies: Build a Fruit Basket!” This activity involves students following directions, naming numbers, identifying types of fruit, counting forward, and writing numbers. During this …
Ready to celebrate your 100th day of school? Help Students build number sense skills including counting from 1 to 100 with these ideas. Created in partnership with Cathy Henry of The Curriculum Corner and Free Word Works, download this free lesson complete with printables and extensions including: Reading Analysis Activities Movement Activities Printable 100s charts and worksheets Printable 100s Day classroom decorations/displays And more!
In this lesson you’ll help students look at problems and regulate how they would react. Created in partnership with Cathy Henry of The Curriculum Corner and Free Word Works, download this free elementary education lesson complete with printables including: How Big is My Problem? Anchor Chart Reaction Worksheets Discussion Cards Meeting Request Forms And more!
In this lesson you’ll create an emotion meter to help students share how they are feeling and spark discussion about how different real-life scenarios make themselves and others feel. Created in partnership with Cathy Henry of The Curriculum Corner and Free Word Works, download this free SEL lesson complete with printables including: Tips, lessons, and extensions for implementing emotion meter visuals for your classroom Scenario & Feelings Cards Printables Reaction Page Printable Worksheets …
In this lesson you’ll create a motivation station for your students to help them build self-confidence and self-esteem! Download this free elementary-aged lesson plan complete with printables including: Set of motivation cards Set of scenario cards Worksheets Discussion Topics And More!
This 10-lesson unit developed by VariQuest in partnership with The Curriculum Corner, helps students explore ten different social-emotional skills and and how they affect and become important parts of their everyday lives. Download this free elementary-aged lesson plan unit for: Activities Discussion topics Printable anchor charts, response cards, & worksheets School/Home Connection Ideas
In the final installment of our 10-lesson unit developed by VariQuest in partnership with The Curriculum Corner, students will work to understand the meaning of Integrity, and how important it is in their lives with regards to their relationships with others. Download this free elementary-aged lesson plan for: Activities Discussion topics Printable anchor charts, response cards, & worksheets School/Home Connection Ideas