9th Grade Reflective Journals for Teachers

Using journal writing in the classroom takes know-how. This 41-page booklet takes teachers through the basics and introduces a model for successful journal writing. The how-to journal writing guide includes seven chapters: Just the Facts, How to Start Writing, Prompts, Student Examples, Assessing and Grading, What if..., and Resources. It makes journal writing enjoyable and easy for teachers and students. A great resource with student examples for teachers who want to use journal writing but are not sure where to begin or what to do. Beth Hammett's other works include: Natalie: Diary of a Senior Year, Developmental Writing Workshop, and educational articles for NADE, TCTELA, NCTE, and more. Join Beth at: www.bethhammett.blogspot.com

Transform your daily planning into an enchanting adventure with the "Classrooms & Chimeras Themed Daily Planner." Inspired by the captivating world of Dungeons & Dragons, this planner is designed to bring a touch of magic and organization to your teaching routine. Perfect for educators who love the world of fantasy role-playing games, this planner combines practical functionality with whimsical charm, making your daily tasks feel like epic quests.

Planner Highlights:

• Daily Reminder List: Keep track of your daily essentials with themed reminders such as:Find our other Classrooms & Chimeras materials below!

• The Chimera Compendium - A monster manual of all the monsters in the game... so far.

• The Character Creator Template - a fresh character creator template for creating new characters for Classrooms & Chimeras

• The 6 Premade Character Sheets - 6 Premade characters including Gorim, Zephyra, Shadowtide, Aerin, Valerius and Whispering Wind

• The Character Creator + Premades Bundle with bonus Ghorbash - The whole character bundle with a bonus feathered fury with a pretty terrifying ultimate attack!

• The Student's Handbook - A guide to everything Classrooms & Chimeras instructing you on how to make a unique character and play, but more importantly, how to play well!

• The Classroom Master Guide - Episode 1: The Portals of Possibilities Campaign - A guide on how to run a TTRPG Classrooms & Chimeras game including all the content from the first campaign with the dreaded Mr. Jenkins, Slimes and Goblins!

• The Portal of Possibilities Interactive Presentation - Episode 1 - An interactive hyperlinked version of the TTRPG Classrooms & Chimeras game!

• The Classrooms & Chimeras Daily and Lesson Planner - A day-by-day companion to make sure you can be the best teacher you can be!

• Classrooms & Chimeras - Episode 2 The Machine - The second instalment of the Portals of Possibilities Campaign!

• Classrooms & Chimeras - Hitpoint HUD Tracker - A way to track your damage and where you get hit for more immersive roleplay

• Classrooms & Chimeras - Leveling Up! - Spells & Cantrips - A helpful guide to helping your students/players level up effectively!

• Classrooms & Chimeras - Coloring Book - A coloring book for mindful C&C coloring!

  • Breakfast (or Second Breakfast): Start your day off right with a hearty meal.
  • Lunch (or Elevensies): Midday nourishment to keep you going.
  • Dinner and Water (Potions) Checks: Ensure you stay hydrated and well-fed throughout your adventures.
  • Things to Get Done: Your daily to-do list for all the important tasks.
  • Don't Forget List: A section for those crucial reminders you can't afford to miss.

• Lesson Plan Page: Organize your teaching with comprehensive lesson planning sections:

  • Date: Mark the day of your quest.
  • Unit: Specify the broader adventure or unit.
  • Lesson: Detail the specific lesson or chapter of your journey.
  • Materials: List all the necessary materials for your lesson.
  • Objective: Define the goals or treasure of the day.
  • Vocabulary: Key terms and magical words for the lesson.
  • Provocation Questions: Thought-provoking questions to engage your students.
  • Input: Instructional strategies and initial guidance.
  • Activity: The main quest or activity for the students.
  • Differentiation: Adaptations for diverse learners and varying skill levels.
  • Assessment: Methods to evaluate student understanding and achievement.

Why This Planner Is Essential:

• Adds Magic to Organization: Brings a sense of fun and fantasy to your daily planning, making mundane tasks more enjoyable.
• Enhances Lesson Planning: Provides a structured and comprehensive format for organizing lessons, ensuring no detail is overlooked.
• Promotes Consistency: Helps maintain a consistent routine with themed reminders and checklists.
• Supports Differentiation: Encourages thoughtful planning for diverse learners, enhancing the inclusivity and effectiveness of your teaching.

Ideal For:

• Teachers who love fantasy role-playing games and want to incorporate that passion into their professional life.
• Educators looking for a fun and engaging way to stay organized and inspired.
• Any teacher seeking a comprehensive, themed planner that adds a touch of magic to their daily routine.

Embrace the adventure of teaching with the "Classrooms & Chimeras Themed Daily Planner." With its whimsical design and practical features, this planner is your perfect companion for navigating the epic journey of education.

Find our other Classrooms & Chimeras materials below!

• The Chimera Compendium - A monster manual of all the monsters in the game... so far.
• The Character Creator Template - a fresh character creator template for creating new characters for Classrooms & Chimeras
• The 6 Premade Character Sheets - 6 Premade characters including Gorim, Zephyra, Shadowtide, Aerin, Valerius and Whispering Wind
• The Character Creator + Premades Bundle with bonus Ghorbash - The whole character bundle with a bonus feathered fury with a pretty terrifying ultimate attack!
• The Student's Handbook - A guide to everything Classrooms & Chimeras instructing you on how to make a unique character and play, but more importantly, how to play well!
• The Classroom Master Guide - Episode 1: The Portals of Possibilities Campaign - A guide on how to run a TTRPG Classrooms & Chimeras game including all the content from the first campaign with the dreaded Mr. Jenkins, Slimes and Goblins!
• The Portal of Possibilities Interactive Presentation - Episode 1 - An interactive hyperlinked version of the TTRPG Classrooms & Chimeras game!
• The Classrooms & Chimeras Daily and Lesson Planner - A day-by-day companion to make sure you can be the best teacher you can be!
• Classrooms & Chimeras - Episode 2 The Machine - The second instalment of the Portals of Possibilities Campaign!
• Classrooms & Chimeras - Hitpoint HUD Tracker - A way to track your damage and where you get hit for more immersive roleplay
• Classrooms & Chimeras - Leveling Up! - Spells & Cantrips - A helpful guide to helping your students/players level up effectively!
• Classrooms & Chimeras - Coloring Book - A coloring book for mindful C&C coloring!

10 days of writing prompts to address goal setting, time/anger/stress management,interpersonal skills. Wonderful visuals will stimulate response from students. Excellent for group discussions and journal sharing.

A great way to get students journaling is to combine visuals with words to stimulate the mind. The eleven-slide PowerPoint addresses study skills, time management, stress management, interpersonal relationships and goal setting. Great for group discussions and story starters, as well.

Everything you want to know about your students. A parent fill-in sheet.

What is this and what should you do?

A ready made form for last minute parent-teacher orientation/meet the teacher. Just print it and ensure each parent fills it in.

More for your students:

⭐Some fun: Back to School | Find Someone Who... BINGO | "My Favorite" Backpack | Back to School | Animal Activity D-Ice Breaker

[MATH] Back to School | All About Me Math - Calculator

[SCIENCE] Back to School | All About Me Science | Science Scavenger Hunt ⭐

Don't forget to share with me how it went with your little ones. I hope it was useful in your classroom.

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Need two weeks worth of writing prompts to get students writing and reflecting on emotional intelligence skills?

Try the ten slide PowerPoint which addresses learning styles and emotional intelligence skills such as:

goal setting

time management

anger management

stress management

study skills

and more...

Just put up the slide, play some brain music, and let students write then share (if desired). You'll be amazed at the reflective responses!

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