Middle School Centers

Lesson Overview

These projects have students using real-world math skills to learn to perform the calculations that are done in various careers within the seventeen career clusters. They will use math skills to learn how to compute measurements, quantities, profit, etc. to solve problems commonly found in that career field.

Are your students always asking "When will be ever USE this??" This short activity shows students a real-world use for the math skills they learn every day.

These lessons were created for 7th and 8th grade but could also be used successfully in upper elementary grades. Fully editable files are included for all lessons.

The bundle includes eighteen (18) different lessons, all of which are also available separately. They are all fully editable and include the student handout, an answer key, and a formula “cheat sheet” for students to assist with problem solving.

The following lessons are included:

· How Engineers Use Math

· How Architects Use Math

· How Fashion Designers Use Math

· How Math is Used in Agriculture Careers

· How Math is Used in Arts, AV, Technology & Communications Careers

· How Math is Used in Business Careers

· How Math is Used in Education Careers

· How Math is Used in Energy Careers *NEW*

· How Math is Used in Finance Careers

· How Math is Used in Government Careers

· How Math is Used in Health Science Careers

· How Math is Used in Human Services Careers

· How Math is Used in Information Technology Careers

· How Math is Used in Law Careers

· How Math is Used in Hospitality Careers

· How Math is Used in Manufacturing Careers

· How Math is Used in Sales & Marketing Careers

· How Math is Used in Transportation Careers

Materials Required:

· Computers with Internet access for each student (or pair of students)

· Software such as Microsoft Word or Google Docs

· Calculators (optional)

Files included (for each career):

· Teacher & Student Resources

· How This Career Uses Math Activity/Handout

· How This Career Uses Math Activity Answer Key

· Formula “Cheat Sheet” Student Handout

Approximate Lesson Duration:

· 1 (50 minute) class period for each lesson.

This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.

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The Count of Monte Cristo Complete Teacher's Unit is the ultimate resource for English teachers seeking to bring this classic tale by Alexandre Dumas to life for their students. This comprehensive package contains everything needed to teach the novel in a meaningful and engaging way.

The unit begins with an Introduction Power Point that sets the stage for the novel and provides important background information. This presentation is a valuable tool for engaging students and generating interest in the story.

The Study Guide is a comprehensive resource that includes about the author, a character map. and questions that encourage critical thinking and analysis. With this guide, teachers can easily guide their students through the plot and ensure a deep understanding of the themes and symbolism present throughout the text.

The Characterization Flipbook is a fun and interactive way for students to explore the characters in the novel. With this flipbook, students can create character sketches and analyze the motivations and actions of each character.

Graphic Organizers are also included, providing students with a visual way to organize their thoughts and ideas. These organizers are designed to help students explore key themes and concepts in the novel, making it easier for them to make connections and analyze the text.

The Vocabulary Lists and Quizzes are essential tools for building students' vocabulary and understanding of the language used in the novel. These lists and quizzes are comprehensive and designed to challenge students at all levels.

The Vocabulary Crossword Puzzles provide an entertaining way for students to review and reinforce their understanding of the novel's vocabulary.

The Escape Room is a fun and engaging way to bring the novel to life. With this activity, students work together to solve puzzles and clues based on the novel's themes and characters.

Ultimately, The Count of Monte Cristo : Complete Teacher's Unit is a must-have resource for any English teacher. With its comprehensive materials and engaging activities, this unit is sure to capture the attention of students and foster a love of literature that will last a lifetime.

Teaching The War of the Worlds? Don't know where to start? This bundle includes many activities to do before, during, and after reading the novel. This is a complete unit for the classic novel The War of the Worlds by H.G Wells. Don't let the common cold stop you from this deal.

Covering the Twelfth Night? Don't know where to get started? This bundle includes everything you need for your students to analyze the text for plot development, characterization, language, and more. Makes learning Shakespeare fun and easy for your students.

Complete Unit.

Covers the entire play of Twelfth Night !

Great for differentiation.

Includes:

⭐Flip Book Study Guide

⭐Shakespeare Comedies Power point

⭐Twelfth Night Characterization Book

⭐Twelfth Night Act 1 Quiz

⭐Twelfth Night Act 2 Quiz

⭐Twelfth Night Act 3 Quiz

⭐Twelfth Night Act 4 Quiz

⭐Twelfth Night Act 5 Quiz

⭐Twelfth Night Soliloquy Analysis: Viola

⭐Twelfth Night Escape Room

A GREAT VALUE!

Complete Teaching Unit for Shakespeare's play Much Ado About Nothing.

Everything you need to cover the entire play with your students. Comes complete with answer keys. Differentiated instruction to ensure comprehension to meet your students needs.

Includes:

Much Ado About Nothing Context Powerpoint

Much Ado About Nothing Interactive Flipbook

Much Ado About Nothing Escape Room

Much Ado About Nothing Characterization

Much Ado About Nothing Act 1 Quiz

Much Ado About Nothing Act 2 quiz

Much Ado About Nothing Act 3 Quiz

Much Ado About Nothing Act 4 Quiz

Much Ado About Nothing Act 5 Quiz

Much Ado About Nothing : Benedick Soliloquy Analysis

Shakespeare Comedies Power point

Much Ado About Nothing Final Project and Rubric

The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde Complete Teacher's Unit is the ultimate resource for English teachers seeking to bring this classic tale to life for their students. This comprehensive package contains everything needed to teach the novel in a meaningful and engaging way.

The unit begins with an Introduction Power Point that sets the stage for the novel and provides important background information. This presentation is a valuable tool for engaging students and generating interest in the story.

The Study Guide is a comprehensive resource that includes about the author, a character map. and questions that encourage critical thinking and analysis. With this guide, teachers can easily guide their students through the plot and ensure a deep understanding of the themes and symbolism present throughout the text.

The Characterization Flipbook is a fun and interactive way for students to explore the characters in the novel. With this flipbook, students can create character sketches and analyze the motivations and actions of each character.

Graphic Organizers are also included, providing students with a visual way to organize their thoughts and ideas. These organizers are designed to help students explore key themes and concepts in the novel, making it easier for them to make connections and analyze the text.

The Vocabulary Lists and Quizzes are essential tools for building students' vocabulary and understanding of the language used in the novel. These lists and quizzes are comprehensive and designed to challenge students at all levels.

The Vocabulary Crossword Puzzles provide an entertaining way for students to review and reinforce their understanding of the novel's vocabulary.

The Escape Room is a fun and engaging way to bring the novel to life. With this activity, students work together to solve puzzles and clues based on the novel's themes and characters.

Ultimately, The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde Complete Teacher's Unit is a must-have resource for any English teacher. With its comprehensive materials and engaging activities, this unit is sure to capture the attention of students and foster a love of literature that will last a lifetime.

Shakespeare Ultimate Bundle. Includes resources for the following plays: Hamlet, As You Like It, Julius Caesar, King Lear, Macbeth, A Midsummer's Night Dream, Much Ado About Nothing, Othello, Romeo and Juliet, Taming of the Shrew, The Tempest, and The Twelfth Night. Great for covering Shakespeare at multiple grade levels or multiple plays. Includes different activities, study guides, games, and more. Works great as a school resource.

Looking to differentiate instruction? Get students excited and moving? All while teaching Shakespeare. Look no further.

The Midsummer Night's Dream Complete Teaching Unit includes everything you need for a fun, interactive, and student-centered unit around this play. It includes a flip book study guide, flip book characterization book, an escape room, an introduction to Shakespearean comedies power point, a quiz for each Act, and two soliloquy analysis worksheets . Answer keys are also included.

Covering the Hamlet? Don't know where to get started? This bundle includes everything you need for your students to analyze the text for plot development, characterization, language, and more. Makes learning Shakespeare fun and easy for your students.

Complete Unit.

Covers the entire play of Hamlet !

Includes Graphic Organizers, Video Clips, Quizzes, a Game, Flip books, and MORE!

Great for differentiation.

Includes:

⭐Shakespeare Tragedies (All Plays)

⭐Hamlet Study Guide

⭐Hamlet Characterization Flip book

⭐Hamlet Vocabulary and Quiz

⭐To Be or Not To Be Soliloquy Analysis

⭐Hamlet Escape Room

⭐Hamlet Acts 1-5 Quizzes

⭐Analyzing Song Lyrics for Ophelia

⭐Film Adaptation Wkst (Any Novel)

This is a growing bundle. It currently includes a powerpoint, study guide, characterization flipbook, escape room, and quizzes. More shall be added as I finish more products.

Doing a novel unit on The Adventures of Tom Sawyer? Looking for materials to help students comprehend the text? Need some differentiation? Look no further! This bundle includes a study guide, characterization flip book, graphic organizers, film adaption, introduction power point, and novel project choice board.

Covers the entire play! Contains the following

Julius Caesar Interactive flipbook

Julius Caesar Vocabulary

Julius Caesar Interactive Characterization Flipbook

Antony/ Brutus Speeches Compare and Contrast

Julius Caesar Escape Room

Julius Caesar Act 1 Quiz

Julius Caesar Act 2 Quiz

Julius Caesar Act 3 Quiz

Julius Caesar Act 4 Quiz

Julius Caesar Act 5 Quiz

Shakespeare Tragedies

This is a complete unit on Romeo and Juliet.

In this bundle you will find the following:

- Romeo and Juliet study guide flip book

-Romeo and Juliet Characterization flipbook

- Romeo and Juliet Escape Room

- Romeo and Juliet Jeopardy Powerpoint

- Romeo and Juliet Quizzes for each Act

- Romeo and Juliet Vocabulary quiz

- Shakespeare Tragedies powerpoint

- Romeo and Juliet Graphic Organizers

-Film Adaptation Worksheet

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Includes prompts for writing informative and argumentative essays. Also includes writing powerpoints, outlines, and rubrics

Fall, foliage, autumn events and fall fun are here! You'll love to have this 54-page autumn puzzle bundle at hand this season to help children learn about a range of fall-related topics – learning while they have a ton of fun!

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Designed to improve student vocabulary, reading, writing and oral communication.

Includes Unit One Vocabulary

4 Memory Games

Class set of Bingo with matching definitions (30 student cards)

Designed to improve student vocabulary, reading, writing and oral communication.

Includes Unit One Vocabulary

4 Memory Games

Class set of Bingo with matching definitions (30 student cards)

Simplify your English Second Language (ESL) classroom planning with this basic vocabulary review (MEGA bundle). Add some fun to language learning with scavenger hunts and an Escape challenge, perfect for engaging low prep lessons. Reinforce basic vocabulary with intriguing activities such as mystery word worksheets, word searches, and fun games. These printable resources are versatile, making them ideal for sub plans, center activities, or low-prep days.

12 engaging basic vocabulary resources:

Months/Seasons/Days/Seasons

Colors/shapes

School (2 resources)

Clothes

Hobbies

Locations and Places

Winter clothing and sports

Emotions and feelings

Resource 1: Basic Vocabulary Review plus Scavenger Hunt

Included in this resource:

"Question Hunt": (see example of language level in photos)

Interactive scavenger hunt activity.

Twenty BASIC English question-and-answer pairs.

Adds learning and movement to an ESL class.

Memories Keepsake Craft: All about me!

Heart-shaped template and envelope to be printed on cardstock.

Students personalize with information and doodles.

Fun Activity Sheets:

Perfect for early finishers or Fun Fridays.

Discover a “mystery word or code” answer by completing the sheets correctly.

Encourage friendly competition and engagement.

Your Answers in Color (2 options):

Answer questions to find the corresponding colors.

Color in the sections of the pictures based on answers.

A relaxing and enjoyable activity for any time of year.

Cootie catcher: Foldable activity

Two cootie catcher options for students to use. Students can make a cootie catcher with activity statements inside (ex: Turn 5 times.) or they can make their own personalized verison with simple questions (ex. How are you ?)

Resource 2: Basic Vocabulary Review plus Escape Room
What's Included :

Escape Challenge Task Cards with 4 digit code (5 ways to use):

• Twenty-four questions with some trivia.
• Perfect for adding movement and interactive learning to your ESL class.
• Versatile usage: these cards can be adapted for Scoot, Exit questions, or other review games.

Twelve Review Worksheets:

• Twelve worksheets to reinforce fundamental vocabulary, including numbers, colors, months, days of the week, basic questions and answers.
• Ideal for reinforcing and consolidating basic English vocabulary.

Resource 3: Hobbies

Spark your students' creativity in English as a Second Language (ESL) with this hobby and pastime-themed resource! Designed to enhance speaking and writing skills while reinforcing basic English vocabulary, this resource offers a variety of engaging activities. From worksheets for practicing key vocabulary to speaking opportunities through a class survey, discussion templates, and skits, your students will have ample chances to develop their language skills. They can even showcase their writing by creating personalized descriptions of their pastimes, perfect for presentation on a water bottle design.

Included:

-Teacher overview in Englisih

-Vocabulary list and templates/models to support writing for project

-Flashcards (45) for many hobbies and pastimes

-Speaking activities (i.e. skits, a discussion template, "Find someone who", a class survey, partner interviews...)

-Description of games to play with flashcards

-Print and go worksheets for written practice or low prep substitute plans (10 plus pages)

-Mini- project templates (water bottle theme)

-Vocabulary practice focuses on pastimes, hobbies and locations

This "water bottle" mini project activity can be done over several classes, by starting your ESL class each day with a “Question of the day”. Students write down their answers each day to add to their final written project.

Resource 4: Locations and Places

This ESL (English as a second language) resource reviews vocabulary related to common locations, places, or buildings. There are many suggested activities and games to get your students speaking and writing in English. This print and go resource takes the stress out of your week as you review basic English vocabulary.

Included:

-Teacher overview in English with suggested games and activities

-Game suggestions and partner activities (i.e.Cards for I have..Who has...?, Sentence matching, Scoot, memory card game, Twenty questions)

-45 Flashcards of common locations (for games or to display in class)

-5 worksheets to practice new vocabulary (i.e. crosswords, word search, fill in the blank)

-Two skit formats

Resource 5: Emotions and Feelings

This ESL English as a second language resource has activities to encourage conversation on emotions while improving language skills (SEL or Social Emotional Learning). Students can write in a daily feeling's notebook, think about what activities make them feel better and write down their preferred activities. There are several sheets to practice writing emotion vocabulary and grammar. Finally there are templates for a mini project where students can reflect on their emotional choices.

Included:

- Teacher overview

-Two formats for writing "My Feeling's Notebook"

-Images and a supporting list to discuss "things that help make you feel better"

-Five worksheet options for beginner students to practice writing new vocabulary and grammar

-Two simple skits to practice new vocabulary

-Two templates for a final mini project

-18 emoji emotion flashcards

Resource 6: Clothing

Introducing a beginner low-prep ESL English resource on clothing, designed to make teaching and learning engaging! This unit provides everything you need to introduce vocabulary and grammar related to clothing items. 

To reinforce and practice the new vocabulary, various printable worksheets are provided that cater to different learning styles. To make learning even more exciting, there are game suggestions included that will have your students actively participating in a friendly learning environment. From the classic "Memory" game to the interactive "Flyswatter Smash" game, students will have a blast while reinforcing their understanding of clothing vocabulary.

Included:

Teacher overview which includes game suggestions

48 flashcards of basic clothing and accessories (North American and British vocabulary included)

Various worksheets for students to practice writing the clothing vocabulary words

Basic dialogues ( for students to practice speaking)

Two simple writing prompt options for sentences about their clothing

Basic grammar practice for the verbs to like and to wear in present tense- including the negative

Opportunities for students to share their opinion of some fashion ( I like, I don’t like)

To further develop listening skills, there is a basic listening activity where students will listen to descriptions of clothing items and color the corresponding pictures.

Resource 7: Winter Sports and Clothing

Enrich your ESL (ESL Second Language) lessons with this basic winter vocabulary resource. Students can practice key winter words with 54 flashcards and game suggestions. The "print and go" worksheets work well for emergency substitute plans, center activities, or low-prep days.

Included:

-54 flashcards (flashcards can be used for a multitude of language games)

-Answer response sheet included for Scoot with flashcards

-Flyswatter Smash /Board Slap- includes images to project on board

-Seven low prep worksheets for students to practice the new vocabulary

-Substitute plan suggestions included

There are several game suggestions included that will have your students actively participating in a friendly learning environment. From the classic "Memory" flashcard game to the interactive "Flyswatter Smash" game, students will have a blast while reinforcing their understanding of basic vocabulary. Inside this resource, there are suggestions to keep your students motivated and actively engaged in their language learning journey. 

Resource 8 : Body parts and colors

Enhance your classroom with this ESL resource to review body parts, colors, and basic grammar. It is packed with activities to get students drawing, speaking and writing! Students will create a monster, describe a monster to a friend and vote for their favorite class monster. Finally, there are fun activities with flashcards, "Guess who?" and task cards to get your students interacting in English.

This low prep resource includes the following:

-Five sheets to practice body part vocabulary

-Twenty-seven flashcards to support review games

-Three colored "Guess who?" monster boards to practice descriptions

-A "Guess who?" template to help students ask questions

-A voting template for students - vote for their favorite monster

-Two template options to write about your monster

-Two drawing activities (read or write)

-Twenty-seven task cards for a creative listening and drawing activity

Vocabulary and grammar practice:

body parts

colors

present tense

negative

practice with basic descriptions

Resource 9: Colors, shapes, and numbers with a cake theme

This cake themed ESL (English as a second language) resource encourages speaking and writing while focusing on basic personal questions and information. There are also various worksheets to practice colors, shapes, numbers 1-31, and the months of the year. There are engaging templates included which focus on designing a personalized cake. Students can pick a theme and a create a cake design. A vocabulary list and various templates support students with writing about their cake design. Finally, there are 20 basic student profile cards to be used for a mini scavenger hunt activity. Students can practice asking questions such as the following:

How old is he/she?

When is his/her birthday?

What is his/her favorite color?

What is his/her favorite hobby or pastime?

This print and go resource takes the stress out of your week as you review basic vocabulary. Students enjoy being creative as they add artwork and sentences to their cake design.

Included:

-Teacher overview

-Vocabulary list and templates to support writing

-Flashcards to display colors and basic shapes

-Scavenger hunt with 20 student profile cards (with Student charts to complete)

-10 worksheets to review numbers, colors and months of the year

-Mini- project- Design a Cake

Helpful with cake template:

Scissors, tape, colored pencils, and printed templates

This cake activity can be done over several classes, by starting your ESL class off each day with a “Question of the day”. Students write down their answers each day to add to their final written project.

Resource 10 : School

Enhance your ESL (English Second Language) classroom with this basic school vocabulary resource. Practice school supply vocabulary with 36 flashcards for engaging games. Perfect for reinforcing vocabulary with mystery word worksheets, word searches, drawing and games. Printables work well for sub plans, center activities, or low-prep days. Finally, students can design their own locker and write sentences to describe it.

Included:

-36 flashcards (flashcards can be used for a multitude of language games)

-Answer response sheet included for Scoot with flashcards

-Flyswatter Smash /Slap- includes one image to project on board

-Ten low prep worksheets for students to practice the new vocabulary (mystery word vocabulary match, word search, crosswords and more )

-Mini-project- design and write about your locker (template and example)

-An editable sub plan

There are several game suggestions included that will have your students actively participating in a friendly learning environment. From the classic "Memory" flashcard game to the interactive "Flyswatter Smash" game, students will have a blast while reinforcing their understanding of basic vocabulary. Inside this resource, there are suggestions to keep your students motivated and actively engaged in their language learning journey. 

Resource 11 : School Subjects, school items and spaces in a school

This basic English Second Language (ESL) resource reviews vocabulary with a focus on basic school subjects, school items, and spaces in a school. Practice school vocabulary with 39 flashcards for engaging games. With this resource you can practice vocabulary with mystery word worksheets, word searches, a crossword and a scavenger hunt. Worksheets work well for sub plans, center activities, or low-prep days. Students can practice speaking with 3 dialogue suggestions. Students can also label school spaces and do a scavenger hunt.

Included:

-39 flashcards (flashcards can be used for a multitude of language games)

-Answer response sheet included for Scoot with flashcards

-Flyswatter Smash /Slap- includes one image to project on board

-Ten low prep worksheets for students to practice the new vocabulary (mystery word vocabulary match, word search, crossword and more )

-Three simple skits to practice speaking

-School room signs to label spaces in the building and a basic scavenger hunt

-An editable sub plan - basic sheets for written vocabulary practice

Please look at the language level in the thumbnails before purchasing.

This resource is designed to make reviewing basic vocabulary not only effective but also enjoyable, ensuring your students stay motivated and excited about their language learning journey.

Resource 12: Months, days and seaso

Enhance your ESL (English as a Second Language) lessons with this basic resource on the months, the days and the seasons. This toolkit includes engaging activities like celebrity birthday profiles, class birthday polls, and dialogues. Perfect for vocabulary practice, emergency sub plans, and speaking exercises. There is lot's of opportunity for writing and reviewing the months, days of the week and the seasons.

Overview:

-Review core vocabulary - Low prep worksheets for students to practice the key vocabulary (word search, crosswords, worksheets, trivia ... )

-Research a month Activity

-Class survey on birthdays

- Celebrity Profile

-Find the birthdate activity

-Mini- Project- Create a zine foldable booklet by using the included template.

Speaking activities:

"Do you like ___? Yes, I like ___ No, I don't like ___
"When is ______'s birthday? His/her birthday is ___"
"When is your birthday? My birthday is ____"
"What is the date today? "

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Twelve basic French (core) vocabulary resources:

Simplify your French Second Language (FSL) classroom planning with this basic vocabulary review MEGA bundle. Add some fun to language learning with scavenger hunts and an Escape challenge, perfect for engaging low prep lessons. Reinforce basic vocabulary with intriguing activities such as mystery word worksheets, word searches, and fun games. These printable resources are versatile, making them ideal for sub plans, center activities, or low-prep days.

Topics:

Months/Seasons/Days/Seasons

Colors/shapes

School (2 resources)

Clothes

Hobbies

Locations and Places

Winter clothing and sports

Emotions and feelings

Resource 1: Basic Vocabulary Review plus Scavenger Hunt

Included in this resource:

"Question Hunt": (see example of language level in photos)

Interactive scavenger hunt activity.

Twenty BASIC French question-and-answer pairs.

Adds learning and movement to an FSL class.

Memories Keepsake Craft: All about me!

Heart-shaped template and envelope to be printed on cardstock.

Students personalize with information and doodles.

Fun Activity Sheets:

Perfect for early finishers or Fun Fridays.

Discover a “mystery word or code” answer by completing the sheets correctly.

Encourage friendly competition and engagement.

Your Answers in Color (2 options):

Answer questions to find the corresponding colors.

Color in the sections of the pictures based on answers.

A relaxing and enjoyable activity for any time of year.

Cootie catcher: Foldable activity

Two cootie catcher options for students to use. Students can make a cootie catcher with activity statements inside (ex: Turn 5 times.) or they can make their own personalized verison with simple questions (ex. How are you ?)

Resource 2: Basic Vocabulary Review plus Escape Room
What's Included :

Escape Challenge Task Cards with 4 digit code (5 ways to use):

• Twenty-four questions with some trivia.
• Perfect for adding movement and interactive learning to your FSL class.
• Versatile usage: these cards can be adapted for Scoot, Exit questions, or other review games.

Twelve Review Worksheets:

• Twelve worksheets to reinforce fundamental vocabulary, including numbers, colors, months, days of the week, basic questions and answers.
• Ideal for reinforcing and consolidating basic French vocabulary.

School objects and subjects

Enhance language learning with flashcards, perfect for engaging games and interactive lessons. Reinforce basic school vocabulary with intriguing activities such as mystery word worksheets, word searches, drawing exercises, and fun games. Unlock creativity as students personalize their learning by designing their own locker and crafting sentences to describe it.

Resource 3: Personal school Supplies
Included:
-36 flashcards (flashcards can be used for a multitude of language games)
-Answer response sheet included for Scoot with flashcards
-Flyswatter Smash /Slap- includes one image to project on board
-Ten low prep worksheets for students to practice the new vocabulary (mystery word vocabulary match, word search, crosswords, drawing and more )
-Mini-project- design and write about your locker (template and example)
-An editable sub plan - sheets work even if your substitute does not speak French

Resource 4: School subjects and places

This French Second Language (FSL) resource reviews vocabulary with a focus on basic school subjects, larger school items, and areas in a school. Students can practice speaking with 3 dialogue suggestions. Students can also label school spaces and do a scavenger hunt.

Included:

-39 flashcards (flashcards can be used for a multitude of language games)

-Answer response sheet included for Scoot with flashcards

-Flyswatter Smash /Slap- includes one image to project on board

-Ten low prep worksheets for students to practice the new vocabulary (mystery word vocabulary match, word search, crosswords and more )

-Three simple skits to practice speaking

-School room signs to label spaces in the building and a basic scavenger hunt

Resource 5: Emotions

This core French (FSL) resource has activities to encourage conversation on emotions while improving language skills (SEL or l'apprentissage social et émotionnel). Students can write in a daily emotions notebook, think about what activities make them feel better and write down their preferred activities. There are several sheets to practice writing emotion vocabulary and grammar. Finally there are templates for a mini project where students can reflex their emotional choices.

Included:

- Teacher overview

-Two formats for writing "Mon carnet d’émotions"

-Images and a supporting list to discuss "things that help make you feel better"

-Seven worksheet options for beginner students to practice writing new vocabulary and grammar (avoir/être)

-Two simple skits to practice new vocabulary

-Two templates for a final mini project

-18 emoji emotion flashcards

Vocabulary:

Present tense verbs/limited conditional

1 French/English lexique to help with writing - "activities that make you happy" and additional emotions

Resource 6:

This cake themed basic FSL (French as a second language) resource encourages speaking and writing while reviewing personal questions and information. There are also various worksheets to practice colors, shapes, numbers 1-30, and the months of the year. There are engaging templates included which focus on designing a personalized cake. Students can pick a theme and a create a cake design. A vocabulary list and various templates support students with writing about their cake design. Finally, there are 20 basic student profile cards to be used for a mini scavenger hunt activity. Students can practice asking questions such as the following:

Quel est son âge ?

Quand est son anniversaire ?

Quelle est sa couleur préférée ?

Quel est son passe-temps préféré ?

This print and go resource takes the stress out of your week as you review core French vocabulary. Students enjoy being creative as they add artwork and French sentences to their cake design.

Included:

-Teacher overview

-Vocabulary list and templates to support writing

-Flashcards to display colors and basic shapes

-Scavenger hunt with 20 student profile cards (with Student charts to complete)

-10 worksheets to review numbers, colors and months of the year (ex. crosswords, listening and coloring activities)

-Mini- project- Créer un gâteau

Helpful with cake template:

Scissors, tape, colored pencils, and printed templates

This cake activity can be done over several classes, by starting your FSL class off each day with a “Question du jour”. Students write down their answers each day to add to their final written project.

Resource 7 : Clothes

Introducing a beginner low-prep FSL French resource on clothing, designed to make teaching and learning engaging! This unit introduces vocabulary and grammar related to clothing items. To reinforce and practice the new vocabulary, various printable worksheets are provided that cater to different learning styles. To make learning even more exciting, there are game suggestions included that will have your students actively participating in a friendly learning environment. From the classic "Memory" game to the interactive "Flyswatter Smash" game, students will have a blast while reinforcing their understanding of clothing vocabulary.

Included:

Teacher overview which includes game suggestions

48 flashcards of basic clothing and accessories

Various worksheets for students to practice writing the clothing vocabulary words 

Basic dialogues ( for students to practice speaking)

Two simple writing prompt options for sentences about clothing

Basic grammar practice worksheets for the verbs porter, aimer and colors as adjectives

Additional instructional slideshow -porter, aimer and colors as adjectives

To further develop listening skills, a basic listening activity is included where students will listen to descriptions of clothing items and color the corresponding pictures.

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This basic core French FSL holiday bundle will give you lots of low prep activities for Halloween (3), Christmas (2), Valentine's Day (3), Easter (1), April Fool's (1), St. Patrick's (2) and Le Nouvel An chinois(1) . These resources encourage students to engage with their peers while applying basic vocabulary and grammar structures in a fun and relevant context. As new holiday themed resources are made, they will be added to this bundle at no extra cost to you.

Halloween 95 pages- writing prompts, question of the day, surveys, flashcards

Christmas 55 pages- writing prompts, questions of the day, flashcards

Christmas Bingo- just added 2023- 75 cards printable or digital- with or without words

Christmas basic printables- just addded 2023- 35 pages

Valentine's Day 90 pages- writing prompts, question of the day, flashcards, activities like acts of kindness week and reading comprehension

Easter 30 pages- vocabulary practice and flashcards

April Fool's 30 pages - "Let's Talk about Pranks Question of the day

St. Patrick's Day 30 pages- Tour of Ireland and Art activities

Le Nouvel An chinois 30 pages - reading and writing prompts

Halloween Resource 1 :

-Thirty-six flashcards and game suggestions

-Five worksheets to practice new Halloween vocabulary

-A Halloween questionnaire for you and a partner (toujours, souvent, jamais, parfois)

-Two basic skits to practice speaking

-Two options for writing and creating a haunted house

-Three options to write a monster bio (English support/French only/Graphic Template)

-Two French/English lexicons for support writing topics

-Follow the directions to color a Halloween image

-Design a costume for a favorite teacher or friend (describe the costume)

Bonus- A Halloween version of "Trouve quelqu'un qui"

Halloween Resource 2 "Question du jour":

Encourage speaking and writing in your FSL French Second language Classroom with this Halloween-themed “Questions du jour” resource. Ideal for teachers seeking engaging warm-up activities with low prep. This Google slideshow resource is designed to encourage students to share their opinion on spooky topics. It is ideal for daily discussions, writing prompts, and speaking exercises. Expand students' vocabulary with Halloween-themed vocabulary and images.

Included:

- Teacher overview

-Halloween vocabulary with engaging images

-Thirty-five slides which includes 10 “quatre coins” slides .

-Two Class survey suggestions that can be done as a whole class or individually.

Halloween Resource 3: Review Body Parts & Colors with Monster Fun

Enhance your FSL classroom with this basic review resource packed with several activities to get students drawing, speaking and writing! Students will create a monster, describe a monster to a friend and vote for their favorite class monster. Finally, there are worksheets and games for extra practice.

This low prep resource includes the following:

-Five worksheets to practice body part vocabulary

-Twenty-seven flashcards to support review games

-Two colored Qui suis-je?" monster boards to practice descriptions

-A "Guess who?" template to help students ask questions

-A voting template- students vote for their favorite monster

-Two template options to write about your monster

-Two drawing activities (read or write)

Vocabulary and grammar practice:

body parts

colors

present tense (avoir, etre)

negative (ne... pas)

practice with basic descriptions

Resource 4: December

This December themed French FSL resource helps to introduce and review basic vocabulary with students. Students get an opportunity to practice the new vocabulary both orally and written with flashcards and Questions du jour. This resource can be used for whole class discussion, partner activity or divided into stations.

Included:

- Teacher overview

-Holiday vocabulary with images (flashcards) and suggested activities.

-Design your own ugly Christmas sweater

-Vote for your favorite ugly sweater

-Follow directions to color and draw 

-Listen and vote for their favorite Christmas music

-Over 30 suggestions for "Questions du Jour" within activities and lessons

Short writing and drawing prompts:

-Invent an elf and design an outfit for your new elf

-Apply to be an elf at the North Pole

-Become a toy tester

-Write about yourself during the holidays including your favorite meal and activities.

Vocabulary:

Holiday and Christmas words

Basic Body Parts

Some winter clothing

Present tense verbs 

Limited use of the conditional

Resource 5: Valentine's day Reading & listening

There are 2 Nonfiction texts (“The Legend of Saint-Valentine” and  “Love Locks- The Cities do not love them”) with comprehension questions (answer key included). Students may also watch the short film  « La boîte ». There are questions for class discussion or for students to respond independently in writing. Finally, students may also become music critics as they listen to a selection of songs curated for February. A template is included to help students share their opinion on the songs.

Resource 6: Valentine's day activities

Included:

-New vocabulary with images (30 flashcards) and suggested activities

-Writing prompts with a focus on friendship and kindness (see below)

-Valentine cards to print and color (with and without words)

Examples of short writing prompts:

Tell us about a friend

What can you do during a “une semaine de gentillesse”?

Write about things you love

How would you help someone with a problem?

Write simple compliments to classmates (compliment jar)

Worksheets with a Valentine’s theme

Crossword and various exercises for Valentine’s vocabulary

Label body parts of the cupid

Valentine’s cards (to color or blank for students to write)

Follow the directions and draw

Resource 7: Valentine's Day Question du jour "Things we love to hate"

This basic French FSL resource (Question du jour/chef du jour) helps to engage students with conversation starting photographs.  Students will all want to share their opinion while they practice simple French sentences. 

Resource 8:

This St. Patrick’s day basic FSL French resource is filled with printable no prep activities and writing prompts for March. This resource includes a visual tour of Ireland and an overview of the traditions of la Saint-Patrick. The slideshow shares basic information on Irish traditions including St. Patrick’s Day. Take a visual tour of Irish landmarks as you also learn about traditional music and dance.

Included:

- Teacher overview with suggested links for Irish music and dance

-Twenty slides in basic French with photographs

-Printable graphic organizers for independent work for students to show their learning.

-A digital (or printable) Instagram activity for students to make a post on what they learned about Ireland and St. Patrick’s Day.

Resource 9: Art and writing

This second St. Patrick's Day resource includes writing and art activities. 

Students can write a newspaper article about catching a leprechaun or write about what they would do if they found a pot of gold. Students will learn about Celtic knots and make a simple one from paper. Finally, they can practice numbers 1 to 100 with a mystery image or practice St. Patrick’s day vocabulary. 

Included:

- Teacher overview

-New vocabulary with images (30 flashcards) and suggested activities like a game of memory

-Art activity with a Celtic Knot

-Two additional handouts practicing vocabulary and numbers

Writing prompts

Newspaper Article

J’ai de la chance parce que…

If I found a pot of gold, I would…

Resource 10 : Easter

This Easter French FSL resource is filled with printable no prep activities for April. There are Easter flashcards, writing and drawing prompts included. Students can write about their favorite Easter treats,  apply for a job with the Easter bunny and more!

Included:

- Teacher overview

-New vocabulary with images (24 flashcards) and suggested activities and vocabulary practice

-Four short writing prompts 

-Four follow the direction sheets to color or draw Easter images.

Examples of short writing prompts:

Si j’étais le lapin de Pâques 

Tout sur moi! Le lapin de Pâques

Décris le panier de Pâques de tes rêves

Trouve un déguisement pour le lapin de Pâques

Demande d’emploi

Resource 11: Le Nouvel An chinois

This French FSL resource helps to explain basic information on Le Nouvel An chinois. Learn about the Chinese Zodiac animals and complete an activity. Students can also practice new vocabulary with various worksheets. There are questions and graphic organizers to check for comprehension.

Reading Comprehension:

The reading comprehension slideshow can be used for whole class discussion as there are 2 levels of text complexity. The 3 reading comprehension sheets can be used for independent work with stronger readers.

Included:

- Teacher overview

-Slideshow with images to share information on Chinese New Year

-Three reading comprehension sheets with questions

-Three worksheets to record understanding

- 20 Flashcards

-Venn diagram to help to compare traditions

-Four simple worksheets to practice vocabulary

-General overview of the Chinese zodiac animals and characteristics

-Zodiac Activity

-Follow directions to color the dragon

-Label the dragon body parts

Vocabulary:

Zodiac animals 12

Basic body parts

Present tense verbs 

Resource 12: Christmas Bingo (added 2023)

75 cards with words and without

Digital or printable

Please note you must have access to Youtube to play the suggested short video. The link is editable and can be changed as these are not part of the purchased resource.

***These activities are for beginners who have basic understanding of grammar and sentence structure using the present tense. Intermediate students should be able to do the work independently and in greater depth.

** Please note that the writing and images on this Google slide resource have been flattened and secured to protect my work (therefore not editable). As with every Google slide, buyers can add text boxes to write their own information or insert images.**

Follow me @thelibrarians.playground on Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest for teacher tips. Follow the Librarian’s Playground with Ms.G on Teachers Pay teacher for updates on new products. Email me with any questions or suggestions for improvement thelibrarians.playground@gmail.com