Middle School Critical Thinking Resources

Ancient Egyptians: A Bundle of Resources!(Ancient Egyptians)

By Gail Hennessey

This BUNDLE is great for a unit of study on ancient Egypt. Included are the following six resources which you can also purchase separately.

1. Have students learn about Ramses the Great, pharaoh of ancient Egypt with this reading passage. Additional, there are several Did You Know? facts and comprehension questions. The teacher page gives additional links and the key. This could be used as a homework assignment, enrichment or as a bell ringer activity during a study on the area of Ancient Egypt.Click here to see a preview: Ramses: A Reading Passage

2.Covering ancient Egypt? I taught ancient Egypt for 32 years and would love to share some my notes, activities and resources I used with my students. There is also a 9 question webquest: Click here to see a preview: Egypt: Unit of Study

2. Play on King Tut(Lots of information on mummies and the most famous mummy of all!) Click here to see a preview: King Tut: A Reader's Theater Script

3. Review activity: Mystery Message solved using key vocabulary words about Egypt: Click here to see a preview: Egyptian Secret Message

4. Mummies aren't just found in ancient Egyptian culture. Mummies have been found all over the world! In fact, the oldest man-made mummies are found in the country of Chile! Mummies can be naturally created or man-made. This web quest includes the different types of mummies and has 12 web questions including information on Bog Mummies such as Tollund Man, the Inca Mummies,the Taklamakan Desert Mummies of China, Otzi, the frozen mummy, the Chinchorro Mummies of Chile, the Egyptian mummies... and more. There are comprehension questions, a Did You Know? section, a teacher section with extension activities, additional links and the key. Great for a Friday activity, at Halloween time, or if you are studying ancient Egypt. Click here to see a preview:

MUMMIES: A Webquest

6. Let’ Meet…Hatshepsut, A Reading Passage.With this biographical reading passage, students will learn about the first female Pharaoh of Ancient Egypt. There is a Did You Know? section, comprehension questions and a teacher page with extensions and links.Click here to see a preview: Hatshepsut: A Reading Passage

Ancient Egypt

Ancient Egyptians

mummies

King Tut

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BOOK Facts! Interactive Notebook Activity (Free)

By Gail Hennessey

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.

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FAKE NEWS! Teaching Digital Critical Literacy(FREEBIE: INA)

By Gail Hennessey

FAKE NEWS! We hear this phrase almost every day. Teaching Digital Critical Literacy is more and more important. Use this freebie to open a discussion on techniques to determine whether a story students read or hear is real or fake.

This is part of my resource on FAKE NEWS, Developing Digital Critical Literacy with Kids(INA): Click here to learn more: https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/FAKE-NEWS-Developing-Digital-Critical-Literacy-with-Kids-INA-3074653

Check out my FREE April Fool's Day Pranks for additional examples of News/ FAKE News for your students to review. https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/APRIL-FOOLS-FREEBIEReally-2474186

Additionally, my resource on the history of April Fool's Day has LOTS of materials  which could also be used to develop digital literacy with your students. https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/April-Fools-Day-ReadingFun-Facts-and-Activities-632947

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The ORANGE GAME: Test Your Knowledge on all things ORANGE!

By Gail Hennessey

Need a fun activity that involves kids finding answers that have to do with things ORANGE? THERE are 24 statements in the complete ORANGE Game Activity.

You can do this activity in one class, over a couple of days if being used as a end of the period activity or over a couple of days, if you wish to do the extension activities.

Great for a fall activity! Great for a Friday activity or before a vacation or when you have some time at the end of the period for kids to group together and test their cognitive skills on all things ORANGE! Grades 4 and up.

Check out the other Color Games!

1. Need a fun activity that involves kids finding answers that have PURPLE in it or are the color PURPLE? THERE are 17 statements in the complete PURPLE Game Activity. You can do this activity in one class, over a couple of days if being used as a end of the period activity or over a couple of days, if you wish to do the extension activities: Purple Game

2. Need a fun activity that involves kids finding answers that have YELLOW in it or are the color YELLOW? Fun Friday or before a holiday worksheet activity: YELLOW Game

3. Need a fun activity that involves kids finding answers that have BLUE in it or are the color BLUE? THERE are 21 statements in the complete BLUE Game Activity. Great for a Friday activity or before a vacation or when you have some time at the end of the period for kids to group together and test their cognitive skills on all things BLUE! https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/BLUE-Game-Test-your-knowledge-about-all-things-Blue-1672664

4. Need a fun activity that involves kids finding answers that have RED in it or are the color Red? This worksheet would be a positive addition for Valentine's Day or for a Friday. Grades 4 and up. This activity is also included in my Valentine Webquest/Extension activities. RED Game

5. Need a fun activity where kids have to find answers that have the word GREEN in it or are the color GREEN? Great for St. Patrick's Day or for a Friday. THIS IS INCLUDED IN MY IRELAND RESOURCE but you can purchase this separately if you prefer only this activity. GREEN Game

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WOMEN Trailblazers! Test your Knowledge Challenge Activity!

By Gail Hennessey

There are many women who have made contributions that have shaped our world. Learn about some of these fascinating women with the following activity. There are 32 informative questions in the resource plus some additional information on women who have impacted our world. If you'd like a student version, just contact me. Also, if you'd like a version in Word, just ask for this, too. Great for a Friday activity and especially for Women's History Month in March.

I have similar "challenge" activities on Ireland/St. Patrick's Day and Presidents. More to come.

POSSIBLE RESOURCES of INTEREST:

1. Women’s History Month: A Webquest on 15 women that made a difference: https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/Womens-History-Month-Webquest-501023

2. Check out my web quest on famous First Ladies: https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/First-Ladies-of-the-United-States-Wequest-604151

3. Check out my TeachShare Store for Reader’s Theater Scripts on Famous women in history, science and literature: Susan B.Anthony, Elizabeth Blackwell, Hillary Clinton, Bessie Coleman, Michelle Obama, Edith Bolling Wilson, Eleanor Roosevelt, Amelia Earhart, Dolly Madison, Abigail Adams, Florence Harding, Lady Bird Johnson, Sacagawea, Harriet Tubman, Rosa Parks, Marian Anderson, Katherine Johnson and Rachel Carson: https://www.TeachShare.com/Store/Gail-Hennessey

4. Check out these resources to learn more about Female Spies during the Revolutionary War, soldiers during the Civil War and Female Pilots during World War 2.

A. https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/World-War-2-Female-PilotsMembers-of-the-WASP-A-Readers-Theater-Script-4378242

B. https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/Revolutionary-War-Spies-A-Visit-with-Female-Agent-355Culper-Spy-RingScript-2441726

C. https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/Revolutionary-War-Heroine-Catherine-Kate-Moore-BarryBattle-of-Cowpens-5899298

D. https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/Civil-War-Women-SoldiersA-Readers-Theater-Script-6213517?st=8fdefcaa9409dde8252b28be3c5aed48

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Renaissance: Secret Message Review Activity(Puzzler)

By Gail Hennessey

Want a fun activity to review vocabulary terms for a unit on the Renaissance? Looking for an enrichment activity in history? Try my Renaissance Secret Message Review activity. The activity involves students working individually or in groups to review vocabulary terms/famous people of the Renaissance. Then,a following direction activity is next where students place letters from the different terms into boxes found at the end of the activity page. Once all the boxes are filled, a "secret message" about the Renaissance is revealed! The teacher page includes additional information to share about the "secret message".

Other resources of interest:

Great to use after using my Renaissance Webquest! This 10 question webquest on the Renaissance is packed with lots of information.Extension activities, comprehension questions, fun facts and resource links and key.This activity can be done as a one day lesson to learn about the Renaissance or several days if you wish to use the extension activities. Skills include:reading for information and using research/computer skills. Renaissance, A Webquest

2. Use this informative Reader's Theater Script to learn about Marco Polo. Marco Polo helped to start the Age of Discovery with his book on his adventures to China. The fun/informative play uses the format of Marco Polo being a guest on a talk show and the studio audience asks questions about his life. Part of my Ms. Bie Ografee's Talk Show Series:Marco Polo, A Reader's Theater Script

3. Studying the Renaissance? Studying famous artists in history?Need a biographical play to use with your students? Try my Reader's Theater Script on Leonardo da Vinci. Includes comprehension questions and extension activities. Great addition to a study of the Renaissance, art history or a Friday biography day! Part of my Ms. Bie Ografee's Talk Show Series, studio audience questioners ask da Vinci questions about his life.Leonardo daVinci, A Reader's Theater Script

4. Learn about Michelangelo, one of the world's greatest sculptor and painter, with this reader's theater script! Included are 7 questioners, comprehension questions, a Did You Know? section, a teachers page with extension activities, links and the key.Great addition to a unit on the Renaissance,art history or for a Friday biography day! Ms. Bie Ografee's Talk Show Series.Audience Questioners ask questions of Michelangelo:Michelangelo, A Reader's Theater Script

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Egypt: Secret Message Review Activity/Enrichment(Puzzler)

By Gail Hennessey

Want a fun activity to review vocabulary terms for a unit on ancient Egypt? Looking for an enrichment activity in history? Try my Ancient Egyptian Secret Message activity. The activity involves students working individually or in groups to review vocabulary terms on Egypt. Then,a following direction activity is next where students place letters from the different terms into boxes found at the end of the activity page. Once all the boxes are filled, a "secret message" about Egypt is revealed! The teacher page includes additional information to share about the "secret message".

If you are looking for additional resources on Egypt, perhaps, you may find these of interest:

1. Play on King Tut(Lots of information on mummies and the most famous mummy of all!) King Tut, A Reader's Theater Script

2. Learn about a WOMAN that was Pharaoh of ancient Egypt:

Hatshepsut, A Reader's Theater Script

3. Review activity: Mystery Message solved using key vocabulary words about Egypt: Ancient Egyptian Secret Message Review Activity

4. Mummies aren't just found in ancient Egyptian culture. Mummies have been found all over the world! In fact, the oldest man-made mummies are found in the country of Chile! Mummies can be naturally created or man-made. This web quest includes the different types of mummies and has 12 web questions including information on Bog Mummies such as Tollund Man, the Inca Mummies,the Taklamakan Desert Mummies of China, Otzi, the frozen mummy, the Chinchorro Mummies of Chile, the Egyptian mummies... and more. There are comprehension questions, a Did You Know? section, a teacher section with extension activities, additional links and the key. Great for a Friday activity, at Halloween time, or if you are studying ancient Egypt. Mummies! A Webquest

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FAKE NEW! Teaching Digital Literacy to Kids

By Gail Hennessey

The term FAKE News seems to be used a lot these days! April Fool's Day is a great opportunity to begin a discussion with students on FAKE and REAL news.

I have a student version....just send me a note and I'd be happy to send it along.

A recent survey found that many young people(and adults for that matter) can't seem to determine which is a real news story from a fake news story. We need to develop digital critical literacy with our students so they can try and determine the difference BEFORE they hit "send" to all their friends.

https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/FAKE-NEWS-Teaching-Digital-Critical-LiteracyFREEBIE-INA-4494790 FREEBIE on FAKE NEWS

Note: Additionally, I have another resource you may find of interest to use for such a discussion on fake/real news:

Want to introduce your students to the history of April Fools' Day? This resource provides a reading for students as well as lots of interesting famous April Fools’ pranks. Additionally, there are extension activities as well as a Test your April Fools' Day IQ(can you spot the True News Stories from the Fake ones?). There are also comprehension questions for the students to answer after reviewing the resource: April Fool's Day Reading/Activities

Again, the above resource, could be used throughout the year to foster digital critical literacy with kids.

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DBQ: Life of a Japanese-American Child Living in an Internment Camp during WW2)

By Gail Hennessey

Using PRIMARY Sources in the Classroom. A DBQ activity uses primary sources. Sources can include diaries,posters, music, news articles from the time, anything written by those who participated in or witnessed an event in history. Students review the given documents and use many cognitive skills in processing what they see and read. After gathering information using the documents, students develop an essay answering a question.

The topic of this Primary Source(DBQ )is Life of a Japanese-American Child Living in an Internment Camp during World War 2.

A teacher page includes the Key,additional links and suggestions for a rubric to grade the DBQ.

This resource could also be used as a web quest.

Grades 5 and up

Check out my other DBQ Activity: Life on the Homefront During WW2:

Life on the Homefront during WW2

Also of Possible Interest:

During WW2, it was very unusual for a woman to be a pilot. When there was a shortage of male pilots due to their being needed in combat, an experimental project was begun where female pilots would be used by the military(although they weren't part of the military) to assist with ferrying aircrafts from the manufacturers to military bases. Female pilots, WomenAir Force Service Pilots,(WASP) also would test repaired planes to see if they were SAFE for male pilots to fly. They also were asked to help train soldiers by towing targets behind their airplane for the soldiers to shoot at(with REAL ammunition). Out of the 1074 WASP, 38 would die(11 in training missions). After the war, these heroic women were basically forgotten. In fact, what they did was classified. They could not call themselves "veterans", nor did they qualify for any military benefits. This wouldn't change until 1977. This play covers what it was like for a female member of the WASP and how their contributions were ignored but eventually honored for all that they did during World War 2. Great for Women's History Month, study on World War 2 or for a substitute or day before a holiday when you wish to introduce kids to some areas of history in our country.

This Reader's Theater Script using a compilation of women to create Mildred Wallingford, a member of the WASP. Real members are also mentioned throughout the reading.

Part of my Ms. Bie Ografee Talk Show Series, students learn about this important contribution to the war effort as a "studio audience" asks questions of Ms. Bie Ografee's guest. A Did You Know? fun facts, comprehension questions, links to additional information, a teacher page with extension activities and the key are also included. https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/World-War-2-Female-PilotsMembers-of-the-WASP-A-Readers-Theater-Script-43782

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Leadership Worksheets | Leadership Activities | Leadership Scenarios | SEL

By Queen's Educational Resources

Leadership Worksheets | Leadership Activities | Leadership Scenarios | SEL

About This Resource

**★ Topic - **Leadership | Leadership in Action

**★ **Activity Worksheets

**★ **30 pages

**★ **Print and Digital

**★ **Suitable for Middle School and High School

**★ **Social Emotional Learning

**★ **Detailed Suggested Responses included

This resource includes:

**★ 10 **Leadership in Action Worksheets

**★ 10 **Leadership in Action Task Cards (Color | BW)

**★ Detailed **Sample Responses

**★ **Google Slide link

Empower your students to develop essential **leadership skills **with this comprehensive resource featuring **10 **leadership worksheet scenarios, each with three thought-provoking questions designed to challenge students' critical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and leadership skills. These engaging activities also include detailed sample responses to support students as they reflect on and develop their leadership strategies.

The leadership scenario topics included in this packet that students will actively practice include:

✔️ Navigating Group Project Challenges

✔️ Tackling Team Challenges in Community Service

✔️ Navigating Friendship Dynamics

✔️ Leading Your Basketball Team

✔️ Planning a School Dance

✔️ Organizing a Charity Bake Sale

✔️ Managing a Group Study Session

✔️ Organizing a School Talent Show

✔️ Balancing Chores and Family Responsibilities

✔️ Resolving Conflict Over Shared Spaces at Home

Key Features:

✅ 10 Realistic Leadership Scenarios: Each scenario focuses on relatable situations, such as resolving conflicts, managing group dynamics, balancing responsibilities, and boosting morale.

✅ Three Questions Per Scenario: Each scenario includes three thought-provoking questions that encourage students to analyze challenges, practice decision-making, and explore practical solutions.

✅ Detailed Sample Responses Included: Detailed sample responses are included with each worksheet to provide guidance and inspiration, offering you and students a variety of approaches to solving leadership challenges in each scenario.

✅ Task Card Version (Color and Black & White): Flexible and easy-to-use task cards allow teachers to facilitate activities in a variety of ways, including one-on-one instruction, small group discussions, or role-play exercises.

**✅ Print and Digital versions: **This resource also includes a digital version on Google Slides, complete with pre-made text boxes, allowing students to complete the activities anywhere—perfect for in-class, remote learning, or hybrid setups.

✅ Perfect for Middle and High School: This resource is designed to meet the needs of teens while fostering collaboration, critical thinking, and social-emotional growth.

Uses:

⭐ Leadership development in advisory or homeroom programs.

⭐ Social-emotional learning (SEL) lessons focused on communication and teamwork.

⭐ Group activities, role-playing scenarios, or independent practice.


❤️ With a mix of realistic scenarios, engaging questions, and multiple formats, this Leadership in Action activity pack is perfect for teachers looking to cultivate leadership skills in their students. The inclusion of printable task cards ensures versatility, allowing educators to adapt the activities to suit their classroom's needs.

What Students Learn from These Leadership Activities

✔️ Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking

✔️ Effective Communication

✔️ Conflict Resolution

✔️ Time Management

✔️ Collaboration and Teamwork

✔️ Empathy and Adaptability

✔️ Confidence and Decision-Making

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Created by © Queen's Educational Resources | All Rights Reserved

Your purchase includes one copy to be used in a single classroom. If you are looking for multiple copies, please be sure to purchase additional licenses.

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Please feel free to email me if you have any questions!

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Context Clues Activities: Task Cards, Craft, & Assessment for Grades 4 5 6

By MrsBaileyandHerClass

Why Your Students (and You!) Will Love This Bundle!

Imagine your students confidently mastering context clues strategies while enjoying fun, interactive lessons! This Context Clues Activities Bundle has everything you need to make teaching context clues engaging, effective, and enjoyable. With context clues task cards, a taco IDEAS strategy craft, and a context clues bulletin board display, your classroom will be buzzing with excitement.

What’s Inside:

  • 28 Context Clues Task Cards: These are perfect for context clues activities like Scoot games, centers, or independent practice. Each card features diverse sentences that help students practice strategies like inference, synonyms, antonyms, definitions, and examples.
  • Scoot Recording Sheet: Keep track of answers during Scoot or other context clues activities with this printable worksheet.
  • Taco Strategy Craft (2 Sizes): A hands-on context clues craft where students create taco truck booklets to internalize the strategies. They’ll love designing their trucks while writing their own examples for inference, definition, examples, synonyms, and antonyms.
  • Interactive Notebook Page: Add to your students’ notebooks with this non-editable page that reinforces context clues activities in a compact, useful format.
  • Assessment with Answer Key: A ready-to-use worksheet that evaluates students’ understanding of context clues strategies.
  • Bulletin Board Letters & Graphics: Showcase completed context clues crafts or strategy examples with taco-themed bulletin board pieces for an eye-catching display.

Key Features:

  • Grades 4-6 Focused: Perfect for upper elementary and middle school students.
  • Print-and-Go: Save time with ready-to-use context clues activities and materials.
  • Interactive and Fun: The taco theme and context clues craft make learning strategies exciting and memorable.
  • Comprehensive Support: This bundle includes task cards, crafts, activities, assessments, and a bulletin board display to provide a complete learning experience.
  • Flexible: Use it for whole-class instruction, centers, or independent work.

Why You’ll Love It:

Your students will love the creative, taco-themed context clues craft, while you’ll appreciate how easy it is to incorporate these context clues activities into your lesson plans. The bundle engages students, saves prep time, and even includes materials to celebrate their work with a bulletin board display.

Bring the joy of learning to your classroom with this all-in-one Context Clues Activities Bundle, designed for Grades 4-6. Add it to your cart today and taco 'bout the difference it will make in your students’ reading comprehension!


I hope you find this resource just as helpful for your students as it has been for mine!

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New Year's 2025 Goals & Resolutions Coloring and Doodle Book

By Homeschool with Big Easy Homeschooling Mom

Welcome 2025 with creativity and purpose! The 100-page 2025 New Year's Goals & Resolutions Coloring and Doodle Book is designed for middle and high school students to reflect, dream, and plan their year in a fun and interactive way. With a focus on the SMART goals framework, this resource combines guided goal-setting strategies with plenty of space for students to express their creativity through coloring, doodling, and brainstorming. From personal growth to academic success, this book provides a roadmap to help students achieve their aspirations in 2025.

INCLUDED IN THIS RESOURCE:

  • A creative cover page to color, featuring "Goodbye 2024, Hello 2025!"
  • A clear explanation of the SMART goals framework.
  • Seven goal categories: personal, family, health, school, spiritual, work, and future.
  • Interactive goal-setting pages: timelines, action plans, obstacle solutions, resources checklists, and delegation sections.
  • Brainstorming pages for creative notes and doodles.
  • Coloring and doodle-friendly designs throughout the packet.

PERFECT FOR:

  • Middle and high school students looking to set meaningful goals.
  • Homeschoolers working on personal development and planning skills.
  • Teachers seeking creative, goal-oriented resources for classroom activities.
  • Parents who want a fun, guided way for their children to plan for the future.

WHY CHOOSE THIS RESOURCE?

  • Combines goal-setting with creative activities for a fun and engaging experience.
  • Designed to teach and reinforce the SMART goals framework.
  • Encourages self-reflection, creativity, and long-term planning.
  • Flexible enough to use in classrooms, homeschool settings, or individually.

BENEFITS FOR TEACHERS/HOMESCHOOL PARENTS:

  • Offers a structured, ready-to-use resource for goal-setting lessons.
  • Promotes independence and accountability in students.
  • Encourages organization and time management skills.
  • Includes brainstorming pages for creative thinking and flexibility.

BENEFITS FOR STUDENTS:

  • Provides a creative outlet with coloring and doodling opportunities.
  • Helps them set, track, and achieve their goals using SMART principles.
  • Builds problem-solving skills through obstacle analysis and planning.
  • Inspires motivation by breaking big goals into manageable steps.

This comprehensive packet guides students through seven key goal categories: personal, family, health, school, spiritual, work, and future. Each section is thoughtfully structured to help students define their goals, create actionable steps, identify potential obstacles, and brainstorm solutions—all while unleashing their artistic side. With engaging coloring pages, timelines, checklists, and creative prompts, this book offers a perfect balance of structure and flexibility for individual or homeschool use.

Students will enjoy the step-by-step approach to turning their dreams into reality. Each goal-setting section breaks down into clear, manageable steps, complete with timelines, action plans, and brainstorming spaces. Teachers and homeschool parents will appreciate how this book fosters independence, self-awareness, and organization while still being a creative outlet. Whether used as a fun New Year's activity or a long-term planning tool, this resource is perfect for young learners who want to make the most of 2025.

Make goal-setting an enjoyable and effective experience this year. The 2025 New Year's Goals & Resolutions Coloring and Doodle Book is a resource your students will love, helping them discover their potential and develop lifelong skills for success.

If you and your students/children enjoyed this resources, please leave a review so others can see your opinion.

Thank you for your support!

Tina - Big Easy Homeschooling Mom
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Media Literacy Credible Sources Evaluating Website Effective Research Skills 5-8

By TooBookedUp

Engage your middle school students (grades 5-8) in the essential 21st-century skill of discerning and evaluating websites with this meticulously crafted Media Literacy Lesson Kit. Perfect for any research-based class, this resource empowers students to critically analyze information, a skill increasingly crucial in today's digital age. Whether you're introducing media literacy or reinforcing it as a review, this lesson kit serves as an invaluable tool, especially effective before students embark on writing essays.

What’s Inside?

  • Slide Deck: A visually engaging 27 slide presentation designed to capture students' attention and guide them through the fundamentals of media literacy.
  • Handouts: Ready-to-use handouts for students, including a note-catcher to accompany the slide deck and activities, ensuring interactive learning. Includes QR codes!
  • Teacher Lesson Plan: A detailed, step-by-step plan for a 60-minute lesson, offering flexibility to adapt to your classroom's needs. The lesson plan is clearly structured with a Do Now activity, whole group lesson, teacher model, partner practice, and independent practice segments.
  • Teacher Answer Key: Answers to all activities, providing you with a quick and efficient way to assess students' understanding and participation.
  • Extra Activity: Extend the lesson with an engaging activity using the Media Bias Fact Checker. Students will plot the bias and credibility of 15 popular news websites, deepening their understanding of media bias and reliability.

Why Choose This Media Literacy Lesson Kit?

  • ☑️ Print and Go: Save valuable planning time with this comprehensive resource that's ready to use the moment you download it.
  • ☑️ Versatile and Interdisciplinary: Designed to fit seamlessly into any research-based unit across subjects, enhancing students' critical thinking and evaluation skills.
  • ☑️ Builds Essential Media Literacy Skills: Students learn to identify bias, assess credibility, and understand the impact of media on public opinion, equipping them with the skills to navigate the digital world confidently.
  • ☑️ Interactive and Engaging: With a variety of activities, from sorting to reflective writing, students stay engaged and actively participate in their learning journey.
  • ☑️ Ideal for Introduction or Review: Whether you're kickstarting a unit on media literacy or reinforcing these crucial skills, this lesson kit is perfectly tailored to meet your needs.

Elevate Your Teaching with Our Media Literacy Lesson Kit!

Prepare your students to critically analyze and navigate the complex landscape of digital media. This lesson kit not only enhances their research projects but also fosters an understanding of the broader implications of media consumption. Don't miss out on the opportunity to equip your students with the skills they need to succeed in the 21st century. Add our Media Literacy Lesson Kit to your teaching toolkit today and witness the transformation in your classroom's approach to media literacy!

$5.00

Comprehensive Figurative Language Lesson Plan Bundle

By Inspired By MlG

A week of engaging and comprehensive learning with this Figurative Language Bundle Lesson Plan! Perfect for 4 grade and up, this bundle includes five lesson plans for a full week, interactive worksheets, and videos designed to enhance students’ understanding of figurative language concepts.

Key Features of the Figurative Language Bundle:

  • Comprehensive Coverage: Explore key elements of figurative language, including similes, metaphors, personification, hyperbole, idioms, and more.
  • Interactive Learning: Students will stay engaged with dynamic worksheets, thought-provoking activities, and multimedia content that bring figurative language to life.
  • Structured Weekly Plan: Each day focuses on a specific aspect of figurative language, building skills progressively throughout the week.
  • Multimedia Support: Includes curated videos to visually explain concepts, making lessons accessible and engaging for different learning styles.

What’s Included:

  1. Lesson Plans: Five detailed plans, each with clear objectives, standards alignment, and step-by-step instructions.
  2. Interactive Worksheets: Fun and challenging exercises that reinforce figurative language concepts with practical examples.
  3. Videos: Handpicked videos that break down abstract concepts into easy-to-understand visuals.

How It Works:

  • Start the week with an introduction to figurative language and its importance in communication and writing.
  • Dive deeper each day, focusing on specific types like similes, metaphors, and idioms with tailored activities and group discussions.
  • Use videos and worksheets to supplement instruction, ensuring students grasp the nuances of figurative language.
  • End the week with a summative activity or assessment that allows students to apply their knowledge creatively.

Perfect For:

  • Language arts teachers looking for ready-to-use, standards-aligned lesson plans.
  • Students who benefit from a mix of traditional and multimedia resources.
  • Educators aiming to make figurative language fun, interactive, and memorable.

Elevate your teaching and foster a deeper understanding of figurative language with this all-in-one lesson bundle!

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Black History Month Bundle! Don't Miss Out!

By Inspired By MlG

Don't miss out on engaging, educational fun this Black History Month! The Ultimate Black History Month Bundle is your one-stop shop for jam-packed learning experiences for students in grades 3-8.
This incredible bundle is packed with:

  • Fun and Interactive Activity Worksheets: Keep students engaged with a variety of activities that reinforce core learning concepts. From crosswords and puzzles to creative writing prompts and timeline building, these worksheets make Black history come alive!
  • Captivating Google Slides Presentations: Bring Black history to life with visually-stunning Google Slides presentations. Packed with informative text, powerful images, and thought-provoking questions, these presentations will spark curiosity and ignite discussions in your classroom.

The Ultimate Black History Month Bundle benefits students by:

  • Making Learning FUN! Engaging activities keep students motivated and interested in the rich history and culture of Black Americans.
  • Building Core Skills: Activities are designed to reinforce reading comprehension, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
  • Promoting Diversity and Inclusion: Students gain a deeper understanding of the contributions of Black Americans throughout history, fostering a more inclusive learning environment.

This bundle is perfect for:

  • Teachers: Looking for ready-made, engaging Black History Month activities? This bundle is your time-saver!
  • Homeschoolers: Provide a well-rounded Black history curriculum for your child.
  • Parents: Supplement classroom learning and create enriching Black history learning experiences at home.

Get your Ultimate Black History Month Bundle today and watch your students blossom as they explore the power and importance of Black history!

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Unlock Your Creativity: Inspiring Creative Writing Bundle for Writers!

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Struggling to turn those creative ideas into captivating stories? The Inspiring Creative Writing Bundle is your key to unlocking your potential and becoming a confident, well-rounded writer!

This powerful toolkit equips you with everything you need to:

  • Craft imaginative stories: Learn the secrets of engaging storytelling techniques that will hook your readers from the very first sentence.
  • Bring characters to life: Develop dynamic characters with depth and personality that will resonate with your audience.
  • Master the art of editing: Polish your work with effective editing strategies that ensure your writing is clear, concise, and error-free.

No matter your experience level, this bundle is designed to empower you on your writing journey.

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  • Proven techniques to ignite your imagination and overcome writer's block.
  • Step-by-step guidance on developing captivating plots and storylines.
  • Invaluable tips for creating characters that leap off the page.
  • Essential editing exercises to refine your writing and elevate your prose.
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All in One Math Bundle: Multiplication, Subtraction, Division, & Addition

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Transform your math lessons with this engaging and interactive bundle!

This comprehensive resource equips teachers with a treasure trove of materials to supercharge their students' understanding of fundamental math operations: multiplication, subtraction, division, and addition.

Here's what you'll get:

  • Captivating Google Slides: Introduce concepts with vibrant visuals and clear explanations, perfect for whole-class instruction.
  • Interactive Google Slides: Bring learning to life with fun, drag-and-drop activities that keep students actively engaged.
  • Printable Worksheets (Individual & Group): Reinforce understanding with a variety of exercises, catering to different learning styles and fostering collaboration.

Benefits for Students:

  • Master the Fundamentals: Build a solid foundation in core math operations through a blend of visual, auditory,and kinesthetic learning experiences.
  • Boost Engagement: Interactive activities and games make learning fun and interactive, keeping students motivated.
  • Practice Makes Perfect: A wide range of worksheets provide ample opportunity for students to solidify their grasp of concepts.
  • Cater to All Learners: Differentiated materials cater to various learning styles and abilities, ensuring everyone thrives.

Benefits for Teachers:

  • Save Time & Effort: Ready-made materials eliminate lesson-planning stress, allowing you to focus on guiding your students.
  • Variety & Choice: The diverse resources cater to different teaching styles and classroom needs.
  • Interactive & Engaging: Keep your students active and motivated with engaging Google Slides activities.
  • Assessment Tools: Worksheets double as effective assessment tools to track student progress.

Master Math in One Go! is the ultimate bundle for teachers who want to make math learning a joyful and successful experience for their students. Grab it today and witness the magic unfold in your classroom!

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Ready-to-Use Oxymoron and Hyperbole Lesson Plan with Worksheets and Videos

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Explore an engaging Oxymorons and Hyperboles Lesson Plan tailored for Language Arts classrooms! This standards-aligned lesson helps students deepen their understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in meaning. Perfect for educators aiming to teach students how to define, identify, and craft oxymoron and hyperbole sentences in a creative, interactive environment.

Key Features of the Lesson Plan

Education Standards Covered:

  • Comprehension of figurative, academic, and content-specific language (RI & RL standards).
  • Understanding figurative language, word relationships, and nuanced meanings.

Objectives:

  • Define and explain "oxymoron" and "hyperbole."
  • Identify examples of each in context.
  • Write unique sentences using oxymorons and hyperboles.

Materials:

  • Engaging songs: "Hyperbole" by Danny Weinkauf and "The Oxymoron Song" by MC Grammar (clickable link included).
  • Interactive worksheets for class practice (included).

Step-by-Step Procedures:

  1. Kick-off with a discussion to assess students' prior knowledge.
  2. Explain and provide clear definitions with real-world examples (e.g., "Pretty ugly" and "I’m so hungry I could eat a horse").
  3. Conduct guided practice identifying oxymorons, hyperboles, and neither in sample sentences.
  4. End with an engaging worksheet as a formative assessment.

Why Choose This Lesson Plan?

  • Aligns with core Language Arts standards.
  • Combines music, discussion, and hands-on activities to cater to various learning styles.
  • Fosters creativity and critical thinking.

Elevate your Language Arts curriculum with this dynamic and fun approach to figurative language! Perfect for middle school classrooms.

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Ready-to-Use Irony Lesson Plan with Worksheets and Video

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This comprehensive lesson plan on Types of Irony is designed to help students grasp the concept of irony and its three main types: situational irony, verbal irony, and dramatic irony. Aligned with education standards for literacy and language arts, this lesson emphasizes understanding figurative language, precise word choice, and nuanced meanings.

Key Features of the Lesson Plan:

  • Standards Alignment: Supports skills in interpreting figurative language, identifying word relationships, and developing a deeper understanding of word nuances (RL & RI).
  • Clear Objectives: Students will learn to define irony, differentiate among the three types, identify examples, and apply their knowledge in practical exercises.
  • Interactive Materials: Includes engaging resources like "Is This Situation Ironic?" cards and an Irony Quiz Handout for practice and assessment.

Lesson Procedures:

  1. Introduction: Begin with a class discussion to explore prior knowledge about irony.
  2. Explanation of Irony Types:
  • Situational Irony: When the outcome of a situation defies expectations (e.g., a pilot afraid of heights).
  • Verbal Irony: When a speaker says one thing but means another (e.g., sarcasm, such as praising poor performance sarcastically).
  • Dramatic Irony: When the audience knows something characters do not (e.g., Dorothy's famous line in The Wizard of Oz).
  1. Interactive Activity: Students analyze scenarios from the "Is This Situation Ironic?" cards, identifying whether each is ironic or not (cards included).
  2. Class Discussion: Review answers as a group to reinforce understanding of each type of irony.

Closure/Assessment:

  • A short, written quiz will assess students’ grasp of the three types of irony, ensuring they can define and identify examples independently (quiz included).

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This engaging lesson plan combines discussion, activities, and assessment to ensure students develop a strong understanding of irony, making it an excellent resource for language arts educators. Perfect for aligning with standards and fostering critical thinking skills in figurative language!

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Math Game: Perfect Squares Matching Game | Task Cards

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This Math Game: Perfect Squares Matching Game Task Cards is a fun and engaging way for students to practice their understanding of perfect squares and square roots. By matching square root problems to their corresponding numbers, students will reinforce their knowledge of these fundamental mathematical concepts.

This activity offers several benefits:

  • Hands-on Learning: The tactile nature of the task cards allows students to actively engage with the material, making the learning process more enjoyable and memorable.
  • Reinforcement of Concepts: Repeated practice through matching pairs solidifies students' understanding of perfect squares and square roots, improving their accuracy and fluency.
  • Critical Thinking: Students must analyze the square root problems and apply their knowledge to find the correct matches, encouraging critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Collaborative Learning: The game can be played individually or in pairs, fostering collaboration, discussion, and peer learning.
  • Differentiation: The difficulty level can be adjusted by selecting different sets of numbers, allowing the activity to be tailored to students of varying abilities.

Overall, this Math Game: Perfect Squares Matching Game Task Cards provides a valuable opportunity for students to practice important math skills in a fun and interactive way, leading to improved understanding and retention of the concepts.

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