Elementary School Critical Thinking Worksheets

This is a great sheet for following directions and coming up with a strategy to follow those directions. It checks reading comprehension and knowing left and right as well. I use it with 6th graders to show how important carefully following directions can be. It could easily be used with younger grades or possibly older grades as well.

Circle animal names in alphabetical order as fast as you can!

Good for reading vocabulary, sequencing and memory!

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This AVID Costa's Levels of Thinking Early Finisher Packet includes a variety of critical thinking activities for middle and high school students. It features a passage with leveled questions, a creative "Finish the Story" activity using Costa’s levels, and an exercise where students categorize questions by thinking level. Perfect for classroom use or independent practice, this packet helps deepen understanding and encourages higher-level thinking!

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1. Passage with Leveled Questions

• Overview: This activity provides students with a short, engaging passage followed by questions categorized by Costa's Levels of Thinking.

2. Costa’s "Finish the Story" Activity

• Overview: This creative writing activity allows students to apply Costa’s Levels of Thinking as they finish a partially written story. Each stage of the activity corresponds to a different level of thinking.

3. Categorizing Costa's Questions Activity

• Overview: In this activity, students are given a set of questions related to a topic and must categorize them into Costa’s Levels of Thinking. This helps students learn how to identify different types of thinking questions.

Bonus Features

• Answer Key: An answer key is provided for teachers to quickly check the categorization activity and leveled questions.
• No-Prep, Print-and-Go Format: Just print and distribute!

Perfect For:

• Early finishers
• Enrichment activities
• Critical thinking lessons
• Independent or small group work
• Sub plans

Learn about lots of interesting facts about books with this interactive notebook activity. Good for a Friday activity, for a substitute or for National Book Day or World Book Day.

Introducing my latest comprehension with questions and answers worksheets pack, Sally Strawberry in the Forest! This product includes a captivating story about Sally Strawberry and her adventure in the forest with her new friend, Mr. Pineapple. With engaging rhymes and fun characters, students will be drawn in and excited to read. The short reading comprehension pack also includes two different worksheets for students to use. The first worksheet has spaces for students to write their answers directly on the page, making it easy to keep track of their comprehension progress. The second worksheet is designed to be glued into their notebooks. Comprehension skills are essential for students to become successful readers. That's why this pack includes six Bloom's Taxonomy questions per worksheet, as well as two creative questions to encourage critical thinking and engagement. And don't worry - an answer key is included for easy grading and assessment.

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Want to inspire your students to embrace challenges and love learning? These growth mindset cryptograms help students believe in their ability to grow and succeed, boosting their confidence and self-esteem. This fun activity lets students decode 3 empowering growth mindset statements. By understanding and embracing growth mindset principles, students learn to view challenges and mistakes as opportunities for growth.

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Importance of growth mindset:

• Foster Resilience: Help students to persevere through difficulties and view setbacks as opportunities for growth rather than failures.
• Boost Academic Achievement: Students with a growth mindset are more likely to put in the effort required to improve.
• Build Confidence and Self-Esteem: Growth mindset activities can help students believe in their ability to grow and succeed.
• Improve Problem-Solving Skills: Encourage students to think critically and creatively to find solutions.

Benefits to Teachers:

• Suitable for various grade levels
• Print and go! (no prep)
• Evergreen product (can be used again and again, for upcoming years)

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Welcome to The Fruit Characters and Mr. Orange Comprehension pack, a fun and engaging resource for young readers to practice their comprehension skills.

In this short reading comprehension, the Fruit Characters encounter Mr. Orange, a new fruit character who has lost his way and needs their help to find his way back home. The Fruit Characters are happy to assist and go on an adventure with Mr. Orange, which leads them to a surprise ending. The comprehension passages pack includes Bloom's Questions, which encourage critical thinking and help students delve deeper into the story. These questions include topics such as problem-solving, character analysis, and personal reflection. Overall, this comprehension pack with questions and answers is designed to not only help students understand the story but also to encourage them to think critically and creatively. The pack includes worksheets that can be stuck in workbooks or used as individual worksheets.

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Are you searching for an engaging activity to celebrate this fall / autumn season? Look no further! This Fall Jokes Cryptogram Code Breaker is perfect for various grade levels, and teachers can simply print and go!

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A cryptogram is like a puzzle where letters in a message are replaced with different letters or symbols**.** You can solve it by figuring out which letter stands for which.  It's a fun challenge for learners.

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I Spy Words: Fun and Learning for Little Eyes

Looking for a dynamic way to boost students' vocabulary, visual perception, and critical thinking skills? Our I Spy Words activity is the perfect solution! With engaging word lists and captivating images, kids will love searching for hidden words while sharpening their minds. Teachers, enjoy a quick and effective brain break that promotes learning and fun.Perfect for early learners and special education students. Discover the magic of I Spy today!

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Bring some fun into the classroom by challenging your students to decode Back to School Trivia! This no-prep resource is a great activity that can be done independently by the students or in groups. This activity is great for filling in those small gaps while giving you a moment to handle other tasks. Not only is this resource engaging, but it also requires no prior teaching. Students will work through the activity at their own pace, using critical thinking to decode it more quickly. With patience and perseverance, they will complete it without feeling frustrated. The best part is that this code breaker activity boosts students’ memory by encouraging them to actively remember and recall information.

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Back to school activities, morning work, independent work, sub plans, vocabulary building and indoor fun learning activities.

What is cryptogram?

A cryptogram is like a puzzle where letters in a message are replaced with different letters or symbols**.** You can solve it by figuring out which letter stands for which.  It's a fun challenge for learners.

How do these worksheets benefit your learners?

• Learners must analyze the symbols to decode the hidden words. This promotes cognitive development and critical thinking.
• Cryptograms are essentially puzzles that need to be solved. Kids learn to approach problems systematically, breaking down complex codes into manageable parts. This problem-solving skill is transferable to various areas of their academic and personal lives.
• Attention to detail
• Improve working memory
• Enjoyable learning experience

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Are you searching for a fun activity to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day? Look no further! The Martin Luther King Jr. coloring activity with quotes is perfect for various grade levels. Teachers can simply print and go!

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Learn about lots of interesting facts about books with this interactive notebook activity. Good for a Friday activity, for a substitute or for National Book Day or World Book Day.

Explore the spirit of summer with this Summer Shadow Matching Cut & Paste Worksheet!

This pack includes 2 worksheets come in black and white and colored version. Just choose the version that best suits your students' needs and preference.

Each page contains 6 shadow matching pictures.

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Are you searching for a fun activity to celebrate Presidents' Day? Look no further! This Presidents' Day Quote code breaker is perfect for various grade levels, and teachers can simply print and go!

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• 1 inspring quote from George Washington
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• 1 page of answer key

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• Presidents' Day Cryptogram Code Breaker (15 Questions and answers)

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Celebrate Earth Day with this no-prep cryptogram featuring an Earth Day Fun Fact. This worksheet promotes critical thinking and offers an engaging lesson for your students. Just print and you're ready to go!

These worksheet include:

• Content: Earth Day Fun Fact - about recycling
• 1 page of worksheet (black and white for bulk printing)
• 1 page of answer key

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• Evergreen printable
• No Prep / No prior teaching
• Use for: Earth Day/ Science / Environmental Studies

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Spring

Summer

Autumn

Winter

Polar Animals

Desert Animals

Forest Animals

Ocean Animals

Fun Riddles (All Year Round!)

Shark Fun Facts (All Year Round!)

Whale Fun Facts (All Year Round!)

What is cryptogram?

A cryptogram is like a puzzle where letters in a message are replaced with different letters or symbols**.** You can solve it by figuring out which letter stands for which.  It's a fun challenge for learners.

How do these worksheets benefit your learners?

• Problem-Solving Skills: Deciphering cryptograms involves breaking down complex codes into manageable parts, which enhances problem-solving abilities.
• Educational Reinforcement – Cryptograms can be used to reinforce educational concepts across various subjects, making learning enjoyable and interactive.
• Language Skills – Deciphering cryptograms enhances reading comprehension, vocabulary, and spelling as children engage with written language meaningfully.
• Handwriting Practice – Solving cryptograms involves writing letter substitutions, offering valuable handwriting practice for children to improve letter formation, spatial awareness, and fine motor skills.
• Enjoyable and engaging learning experience

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Are you searching for fun and engaging resources for the back-to-school season? Use these FREE School Jokes Cryptogram Code Breaker worksheets as the perfect activity to help kids ease into the new academic year.

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This fun School Jokes code breaker is perfect for morning work, fast finishers, group and independent work and more. Use it as a fun way to start the school year and beyond!

This engaging School Joke code breaker can enhance students' critical thinking, visual perception, letter recognition, letter writing, language skills, and more.

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What is cryptogram (Code Breaker) ?

A cryptogram is like a puzzle where letters in a message are replaced with different letters or symbols**.** You can solve it by figuring out which letter stands for which.  It's a fun challenge for learners.

How do these worksheets benefit your learners?

• Problem-Solving Skills: Deciphering cryptograms involves breaking down complex codes into manageable parts, which enhances problem-solving abilities.
• Educational Reinforcement – Cryptograms can be used to reinforce educational concepts across various subjects, making learning enjoyable and interactive.
• Language Skills – Deciphering cryptograms enhances reading comprehension, vocabulary, and spelling as children engage with written language meaningfully.
• Handwriting Practice – Solving cryptograms involves writing letter substitutions, offering valuable handwriting practice for children to improve letter formation, spatial awareness, and fine motor skills.
• Enjoyable and engaging learning experience

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Are you searching for an engaging activity to celebrate this winter season? Look no further! This Winter Jokes Cryptogram Code Breaker is perfect for various grade levels, and teachers can simply print and go!

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• Bundle: Winter Cryptogram

What is cryptogram (Code Breaker) ?

A cryptogram is like a puzzle where letters in a message are replaced with different letters or symbols**.** You can solve it by figuring out which letter stands for which.  It's a fun challenge for learners.

How do these worksheets benefit your learners?

• Problem-Solving Skills: Deciphering cryptograms involves breaking down complex codes into manageable parts, which enhances problem-solving abilities.
• Educational Reinforcement – Cryptograms can be used to reinforce educational concepts across various subjects, making learning enjoyable and interactive.
• Language Skills – Deciphering cryptograms enhances reading comprehension, vocabulary, and spelling as children engage with written language meaningfully.
• Handwriting Practice – Solving cryptograms involves writing letter substitutions, offering valuable handwriting practice for children to improve letter formation, spatial awareness, and fine motor skills.
• Enjoyable and engaging learning experience

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Looking for a fun way to start the new year? Check out the New Year Jokes Cryptogram! Teachers can easily print and use them without extra prep. Plus, we've included an answer key for convenience. Kick off 2024 with classroom fun and discovery!

These worksheets include:

• 3 Valentine's Day jokes
• 1 page of worksheet (black and white for bulk printing)
• 1 page of Answer key

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New Year Jokes Cryptogram Code Breaker

What is cryptogram?

A cryptogram is like a puzzle where you change letters to secret codes. You have to figure out the code to read the hidden message. It's a fun challenge for learners.

How do these worksheets benefit your learners?

• Learners must analyze the symbols to decode the hidden message (New Year jokes). This promotes cognitive development and critical thinking.
• Cryptograms are essentially puzzles that need to be solved. Kids learn to approach problems systematically, breaking down complex codes into manageable parts. This problem-solving skill is transferable to various areas of their academic and personal lives.
• Attention to detail
• Patience and perseverance
• Enjoyable learning experience

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Are you searching for an engaging activity to celebrate this summer season? Look no further! This Summer Jokes Cryptogram Code Breaker is perfect for various grade levels, and teachers can simply print and go!

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• 5 Summer jokes
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• Bundle: Summer Cryptogram

What is cryptogram?

A cryptogram is like a puzzle where letters in a message are replaced with different letters or symbols**.** You can solve it by figuring out which letter stands for which.  It's a fun challenge for learners.

How do these worksheets benefit your learners?

• Problem-Solving Skills: Deciphering cryptograms involves breaking down complex codes into manageable parts, which enhances problem-solving abilities.
• Educational Reinforcement – Cryptograms can be used to reinforce educational concepts across various subjects, making learning enjoyable and interactive.
• Language Skills – Deciphering cryptograms enhances reading comprehension, vocabulary, and spelling as children engage with written language meaningfully.
• Handwriting Practice – Solving cryptograms involves writing letter substitutions, offering valuable handwriting practice for children to improve letter formation, spatial awareness, and fine motor skills.
• Enjoyable and engaging learning experience

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Introducing the Mr Orange's Festive Party comprehension worksheet pack. This short reading comprehension pack includes a worksheet that can be stuck into a workbook or given as a standalone worksheet for students to work on. Comprehension is the ability to understand and interpret written text, and it's an essential skill for students to develop. By practicing comprehension, students can improve their reading skills, vocabulary, critical thinking, and overall academic success. The comprehension passage is a fun and engaging way for students to practice their comprehension skills while enjoying a heartwarming story about Mr Orange's festive party. Whether you're a teacher looking for a reading activity or a parent looking to supplement your child's learning at home, this comprehension sheet is a great resource for students of all ages.

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