Middle School Holidays/Seasonal Lesson

Get ready for your upcoming visit to the pumpkin patch with this field trip bundle! This bundle includes the Preschool & Kinder, Elementary, and Middle & High School Units. Includes reading passages and fun activities for before and after the field trip, as well as a trip reflection activity that can be used for any field trip.

All Pumpkin Patch Field Trip Units follow the same outline and the parent/teacher info sheet is the same for all three so that if you have children of several ages, you can seamlessly teach them together. Homeschooling parents and teachers taking multiple grades on the trip can easily combine the three units included in this bundle.

Includes:

• Parent/Teacher information sheet that gives a quick run down of all the pumpkin patch information included in the unit

Pre-Trip Activities

• Pumpkin Patch read aloud for younger students
• Pumpkin Patch reading passage for older students
• Pumpkin Life Cycle activity in full color and black & white
• Pumpkin Life Cycle writing activity - tracing and writing version
• History of Pumpkin read aloud for younger students
• History of Pumpkin reading passage for older students
• Three Sisters read aloud for younger students
• Three Sisters reading passage for older students
• Three Sisters writing activities for each level
• Pumpkin Baking activities - comes with instructions, plus 4 recipes to chose from (these could also be done post-trip)
• Pumpkin writing activity - tracing and writing version

Post-Trip Activities

• Field Trip Log - for homeschoolers to track the year's field trips
• Field Trip Reflection for each level
• Home Again read aloud for younger students
• Home Again reading passage for older students
• Roasted Pumpkin Seeds baking instructions
• Jack o' Lantern drawing activity for younger students
• Time to Carve reading passage and activity for older students
• Inside the Pumpkin drawing activity
• Inside the Pumpkin labeling worksheet in two levels (cut & paste and labeling)
• Additional resources sheet

The Pumpkin Patch Field Trip Unit is part of my Field Trip Unit Series. The series was created with homeschoolers in mind, but can be adapted to be used in a classroom as well. Field trips are a great way to supplement learning, but often homeschoolers don’t get any background information on the location of their field trip and want to enrich their experience by expanding the learning at home before and after the trip. These units help give information and fun activities before and after the field trip.

These units are available individually in PreK/Kinder, Elementary, and Middle & High School levels. Buying in this bundle saves you 20% off the individual prices

Pumpkin Patch Field Trip Unit - PreK Preschool and Kindergarten

Pumpkin Patch Field Trip Unit - Elementary School

Pumpkin Patch Field Trip Unit - Middle School

**This unit comes in a zip file. Extract the files to access the Parent/Teacher Info Sheet and the Student pdf file**

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Simplify your December planning with this basic French second language resource. Immerse your students in the holiday spirit with topics like design an ugly Christmas sweater and later vote for your favorite amongst classmates. Be a music critic or share your opinion on some December topics. Finally, there are lot's of low prep holiday sheets to practice basic Christmas and holiday vocabulary.

Resource 1- Short Basic Writing Prompts

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

-Create your own elf and design an outfit for them

-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.

-Suggested wordless short film with questions

Vocabulary:

Holiday and Christmas words

Basic Body Parts

Some winter clothing

Present tense verbs 

Limited use of the conditional

*Please note you must have access to Youtube to play the music videos. The music links are editable and can be changed.

Resource 2: Questions du jour

Encourage speaking and writing in your FSL French Second language Classroom with this Holiday-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 December topics including Christmas traditions. It is ideal for daily discussions, short writing prompts, and speaking exercises. Expand students' vocabulary with December themed vocabulary and images.

Included:

- Teacher overview

-December vocabulary with engaging images and photographs

-Thirty-three slides with questions "Je préfère" "Je préférerais "

Resource 3: Basic Vocabulary Practice

Enjoy some low prep activities for your French Second Language classroom with this holiday vocabulary resource. There are 13 vocabulary worksheets which include mystery words to unscramble, color by code, drawing activities and more! Explore holiday words with 45 flashcards and game suggestions. This resource works well for centers, emergency sub plans or low prep days.

Included:

-45 flashcards (flashcards can be used for suggested language games)

-Answer response sheet included for Scoot with flashcards

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

-Thirteen unique printables for students to practice the new vocabulary

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. 

** 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.**

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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!
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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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This activity features a rigorous yet engaging escape room in which students tackle 5 ELA skills-based puzzles about Christmas - for middle and high school!

There is no wonder why escape rooms are so popular; they are highly engaging and encourage people to work together and think creatively in order to solve different puzzles... all while trying to beat the clock! This meticulously-crafted resource features all of the materials you need to conduct a full-length Christmas-themed Escape Room. Planning an escape room may seem like quite the daunting task, but this product provides everything from the basics and set-up instructions to signs and answer keys so that yours runs smoothly from start to finish. The activity involves movement, energy, creative thinking and most of all, collaboration. All tasks are Language Arts skills-based so that with this fun lesson on a sugar-filled holiday, learning is not sacrificed. Your students will be having so much fun that they won’t even realize the higher order thinking skills they are applying in the playing of this game!

**Please note that although this activity is informative about the Christian holiday, it is a secular lesson and can be used for students of all backgrounds and religions. Students do not need any prior knowledge about Christmas in order to complete this lesson and have fun with it!**

How does it work?

Your students are stuck in your classroom and cannot leave for Christmas vacation until they solve 5 challenging Language Arts skills-based tasks about Christmas!

• Fa-la-la-la Figurative Language: In the first task, students must identify the figurative language devices used in popular Christmas songs. Shaded boxes in the correct answers form the first code.
• 'Twas the Night Before Christmas: In the second task, students must order the plot events of Clement Clarke Moore's famous poem, 'Twas the Night Before Christmas, on Freytag's Pyramid. Once solved, corresponding letters reveal the second code.
• Christmas Fun Facts: In the third task, students will read 8 fun facts about Christmas and must identify the parts of speech of underlined words within the passages. When matched correctly, shaded boxes will reveal the third code.
• Xmas Around the World: In the fourth task, students must correct commonly confused words (like except and accept) in passages about how Christmas is celebrated around the world. Once complete, they must unscramble shaded boxes to reveal the fourth code.
• Encrypted Message: In the final task, students must solve an encrypted Christmas message using the codes and clues from the first four tasks. Then they must figure out the final line that completes the message. Once they sing that you, they can escape to Christmas vacation!

Product Includes:

- Escape Room Basics

- Detailed Day-Of Instructions

- Escape Room Print Checklist

- Student Teams Chart

- Welcome Sign for Your Door

- Materials for 5 Tasks: task signs to be folded upright, task instructions (2 per page for easy printing), and supplementary materials to be kept at stations

- Student Answer Booklet

- Teacher Answer Keys

- Escape Room Reflection for homework or in-class writing activity

This escape room is suitable for middle and high school students and is ideal for any time during the month of December.

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⭐ Christmas Grammar Escape Room

⭐ Christmas Poetry ESCAPE ROOM

⭐ A Christmas Carol ESCAPE ROOM

⭐"Christmas Talk" Lesson Plan

⭐Christmas Song Figurative Language {{BUNDLE}}

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⭐ New Year's ESCAPE ROOM

⭐ Valentine's Day ESCAPE ROOM

⭐ St. Patrick's Day ESCAPE ROOM

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This activity features a meaningful and inclusive escape room in which students tackle 5 Language Arts skills-based puzzles about the winter holidays: Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Christmas, and Diwali!

There is no wonder why escape rooms are so popular; they are highly engaging and encourage people to work together and think creatively in order to solve different puzzles... all while trying to beat the clock! This meticulously-crafted resource features all of the materials you need to conduct a full-length Winter Holidays Escape Room for ELA. Planning an escape room may seem like quite the daunting task, but this product provides everything from the basics and set-up instructions to signs and answer keys so that yours runs smoothly from start to finish. The activity involves movement, energy, creative thinking and most of all, collaboration. All tasks are Language Arts skills-based so that with this fun lesson, learning is not sacrificed. Your students will be having so much fun that they won’t even realize the higher order thinking skills they are applying in the playing of this game!

Where this lesson truly shines is its objective: to help students on their journey to becoming global citizens as they learn about the holidays of diverse cultures and religions around the world. Being more culturally aware has become increasingly important in a world that seems to be getting smaller as we get more connected. As we build relationships with people from other cultures and religions, it is necessary to have some perspective of where we are all coming from which ultimately helps us to acknowledge how much we have in common.

How does it work?

Your students are stuck in your classroom and cannot leave for vacation until they solve 5 challenging Language Arts skills-based tasks about Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Diwali, and Christmas.

• Diwali Fun Facts: In the first task, students must read fun facts about Diwali, each demonstrating 1 of 6 comma rules. Students must match the fact with the comma rule. The code is revealed when cards are matched correctly.
• Hanukkah Lights: In the second task, students must perform a close reading of Hanukkah Lights by Philip M. Raskin (1880-1944) and answer multiple choice questions about the selection that when correct, reveal the code.
• Christmas 'Round the World: In the third task, students will read 8 fun facts about how Christmas is celebrated in different countries around the world and must identify the parts of speech of underlined words within the passages. When matched correctly, shaded boxes will reveal the third code.
• Kwanzaa Extravaganza: In the fourth task, students must correct commonly misspelled words a passage about the origins of Kwanzaa. Once complete, they must unscramble shaded boxes to reveal the fourth code.
• Pop Quiz: In the final task, students must use all that they have learned about Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Diwali, and Christmas and fill out a crossword puzzle. Once complete, they must unscramble the circled letters to reveal their final code to escape!

Product Includes:

- Escape Room Basics

- Detailed Day-Of Instructions

- Escape Room Print Checklist

- Student Teams Chart

- Materials for 5 Tasks: task signs to be folded upright, task instructions (2 per page for easy printing), and supplementary materials to be kept at stations

- Student Answer Booklet

- Teacher Answer Keys

- Escape Room Reflection for homework or in-class writing activity

This escape room is suitable for middle and high school students and is ideal for any time during November-December.

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⭐ Halloween ESCAPE ROOM

⭐Thanksgiving ESCAPE ROOM

⭐ Christmas ESCAPE ROOM

⭐ New Year's ESCAPE ROOM

⭐ Valentine's Day ESCAPE ROOM

⭐ St. Patrick's Day ESCAPE ROOM

⭐ Easter ESCAPE ROOM

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This resource features all of the materials you need to conduct a Stations Activity to teach students about Hanukkah. The lesson involves movement, energy, creative thinking and most of all, collaboration. All tasks are Language Arts skills-based so that with this engaging lesson, learning is not sacrificed; in fact, students will come away with it with a greater understanding about the history an importance of Hanukkah.

How does it work?

Your students will work to complete 5 Language Arts-based tasks about Hanukkah in order to learn more about this important and beloved holiday.

• Origin Story: In the first task, students must correct incorrectly used homophones within the origin story of Hanukkah.

• Quote Worthy: In the second task, students must identify parts of speech within 7 quotes about Hanukkah.

• Figuratively Traditional: In the third task, students must identify figurative language woven into passages describing popular Hanukkah traditions.

• The Miracle: In the fourth task, students must answer multiple choice questions about the poem, The Miracle by Philip M. Raskin.

• Criss-Cross: In the fifth and final task, all students have learned throughout the stations activity will come together as they must fill out a crossword puzzle about Hanukkah. Once they have completed the puzzle and cracked the final code, they are done.

Product Includes:

- Stations Activity Basics

- Preparation Checklist
- Detailed Day-Of Instructions
- Student Teams Chart
- Materials for 5 Tasks: task signs to be folded upright, task instructions (2 per page for easy printing), and supplementary materials to be kept at stations
- Student Answer Sheet
- Teacher Answer Keys
- Stations Activity Reflection for homework or in-class writing activity

- Reflection Writing Prompt

This lesson is suitable for middle and high school students and is ideal for use during Hanukkah.
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⭐ Christmas ESCAPE ROOM

⭐ Christmas Poetry ESCAPE ROOM

⭐ Christmas Grammar Escape Room

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Get ready for the most fun you'll have teaching all year with the Easter ESCAPE ROOM for ELA!

There is no wonder why escape rooms are so popular; they are highly engaging and encourage people to work together and think creatively in order to solve different puzzles... all while trying to beat the clock! This meticulously-crafted resource features all of the materials you need to conduct a full-length Easter Escape Room for ELA. Planning an escape room may seem like quite the daunting task, but this product provides everything from the basics and set-up instructions to signs and answer keys so that yours runs smoothly from start to finish. The activity involves movement, energy, creative thinking and most of all, collaboration. All tasks are Language Arts skills-based so that with this fun lesson, learning is not sacrificed. Your students will be having so much fun that they won’t even realize the higher order thinking skills they are applying in the playing of this game!

**Please note that although this activity is informative about the Christian holiday, it is a secular lesson and can be used for students of all backgrounds and religions. Students do not need any prior knowledge about Easter in order to complete this lesson and have fun with it!**

How does it work?

Your students are stuck in your classroom and cannot leave until they complete 5 tasks about Easter.

• Easter Fun Facts: In the first task, students must read fun facts about Easter, each demonstrating 1 of 6 comma rules. Students must match the fact with the comma rule. The code is revealed when cards are matched correctly.
• Easter 'Round the World: In the third task, students will read about how Easter is celebrated around the world. Many traditions may surprise you! In each passage is a commonly misspelled word. Shaded boxes in the corrected words on their answer sheet will reveal the code.
• Word Maze: In the third task, students solve a word maze about Easter. Letters collected along the way form the third code.
• Easter Hymn: In the fourth task, students will perform a close reading of the poem, Easter Hymn, by A. E. Housman (1859-1936). A. E. Housman was one of the most widely-read poets of his time and a self-proclaimed atheist which students must keep in mind as they read. Then, they will answer multiple choice questions about the poem that when correct, reveals the code.
• Jig Saw Quote: In the final task, students must assemble a jig saw puzzle that forms a humorous quote about Easter. Once the puzzle is assembled and students identify the figurative language the quote exemplifies, they may escape the room!

Product Includes:

- Escape Room Basics

- Detailed Day-Of Instructions

- Escape Room Print Checklist

- Student Teams Chart

- Materials for 5 Tasks: task signs to be folded upright, task instructions (2 per page for easy printing), and necessary information to be kept at stations

- Student Answer Booklet

- Teacher Answer Keys

- Escape Room Reflection for homework or in-class writing activity

This escape room is suitable for middle and high school students and is ideal for any time during the Easter season!

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⭐ Halloween ESCAPE ROOM

⭐Thanksgiving ESCAPE ROOM

⭐ Christmas ESCAPE ROOM

⭐ New Year's ESCAPE ROOM

⭐ Valentine's Day ESCAPE ROOM

⭐ St. Patrick's Day ESCAPE ROOM

⭐ Hanukkah Kwanzaa Christmas Diwali ESCAPE ROOM

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This activity features a rigorous yet engaging escape room in which middle and high school students tackle 5 ELA skills-based puzzles about Christmas for use with Google Drive!

There is no wonder why escape rooms are so popular; they are highly engaging and encourage people to think creatively in order to solve different puzzles... all while trying to beat the clock! Now, you can facilitate our most popular resource, the Christmas ELA Escape Room at home for distance learning or in the classroom using your school's technology (thereby cutting down on paper and valuable prep time) with this meticulously-crafted resource. Each task is skills-based so that with this fun activity, learning is not sacrificed. Distance learning can certainly be a struggle for both students and teachers, so this escape room aims to provide a welcome break from the monotony while encouraging higher order thinking skills and a fun review of ELA material with a Christmas twist.

**Please note that although this activity is informative about the Christian holiday, it is a secular lesson and can be used for students of all backgrounds and religions. Students do not need any prior knowledge about Christmas in order to complete this lesson and have fun with it!**

How does it work?

Your students are stuck in their digital classroom and cannot leave for Christmas vacation until they solve 5 challenging Language Arts skills-based tasks about Christmas!

• Fa-la-la-la Figurative Language: In the first task, students must identify the figurative language devices used in popular Christmas songs. Shaded boxes in the correct answers form the first code.
• 'Twas the Night Before Christmas: In the second task, students must order the plot events of Clement Clarke Moore's famous poem, 'Twas the Night Before Christmas, on Freytag's Pyramid. Once solved, corresponding letters reveal the second code.
• Christmas Fun Facts: In the third task, students will read 8 fun facts about Christmas and must identify the parts of speech of underlined words within the passages. When matched correctly, shaded boxes will reveal the third code.
• Xmas Around the World: In the fourth task, students must correct commonly confused words (like except and accept) in passages about how Christmas is celebrated around the world. Once complete, they must unscramble shaded boxes to reveal the fourth code.
• Encrypted Message: In the final task, students must solve an encrypted Christmas message using the codes and clues from the first four tasks. Then they must figure out the final line that completes the message. Once they write that on the final page, they can share the document with you and escape to Christmas vacation!

Product Includes:

- Instructions for how to access and share escape room and answer key through Google Drive

- Materials for 5 Tasks: digital task signs, detailed task instructions, and supplementary materials

- Digital Student Worksheets

- Digital Teacher Answer Key

This product requires free accounts through Google Drive and is completely paperless.

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Also, check out more great holiday products by Language Arts Excellence:

⭐ Christmas ESCAPE ROOM (paper version)

⭐ Christmas Poetry ESCAPE ROOM

⭐ A Christmas Carol ESCAPE ROOM

⭐"Christmas Talk" Lesson Plan

Can't get enough escape rooms? Check out more by Language Arts Excellence here:

⭐ Easter ESCAPE ROOM

⭐ Halloween ESCAPE ROOM

⭐Thanksgiving ESCAPE ROOM

⭐ Hanukkah Kwanzaa Christmas Diwali ESCAPE ROOM

⭐ New Year's ESCAPE ROOM

⭐ Valentine's Day ESCAPE ROOM

⭐ St. Patrick's Day ESCAPE ROOM

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PURPOSE: These 4 Google Slide lessons provide digital pre-reading resources, historical background info, vocabulary word study, practice, and assessment for 4 classic stories: THE LITTLE MATCH GIRL, A CHRISTMAS MEMORY, THE GIFT OF THE MAGI,THE BURGLAR’S CHRISTMAS.

GOAL: to prepare each student to read rigorous literature by front-loading story elements critical to comprehension aligned to standards

AUDIENCE: whole group, small group, or independent work for regular ed, learning support, ESL or virtual classrooms

PDF FILE. Plus, each ZIP file comes with a PDF folder containing 8 printable worksheets to be used with the PPT lesson! These printables include Connotation and Grammar sort, Word Study, and Vocabulary Quiz with optional word bank and answer key.

EACH Google Slide Lesson:

1. **Author Bio:** To connect vocabulary with real-world context, we provide author biographies related to each short story. This adds depth to the lesson, allowing students to appreciate the words in the context of the author's life experience.

2. **Setting**: highly informative slides include maps, historical images and intriguing video links to prepare students to have a deeper understanding of the location and time period in which the story takes place. This is a crucial element when preparing students to read outside their own worldview.

3. **Vocab with Concise Definitions :** Our PowerPoint lesson provides clear and concise definitions for challenging vocabulary words, ensuring that students understand the meaning of each word in context as it appears in the text. (See Individual lesson for vocabulary words)

4.**Bold Photos:** Visual learners will thrive with our visually appealing slides, featuring bold and relevant images that help reinforce vocabulary concepts and make learning more engaging.

5.**Parts of Speech:** Understanding the parts of speech is crucial for effective language comprehension. Our lesson includes sections dedicated to identifying the part of speech for each vocabulary word.

6. **Grammar Review & Sort** Strengthen language skills with integrated grammar review sections, ensuring students can apply the vocabulary words correctly in their own writing and communication.

7. **Connotation Review & Sort** Dive deeper into vocabulary nuances by exploring the connotations of words, helping students grasp the subtle shades of meaning and usage.

8.**Context Clues Sentences:** Our lesson includes carefully curated sentences that employ context clues, enabling students to decipher word meanings from surrounding text. This fosters independent comprehension skills. These worksheets can be used for practice or assessment.

9.**Quizlet Practice:** Reinforce learning and encourage self-assessment with Quizlet practice sets tailored to the vocabulary words covered in the lesson. This interactive tool allows students to review and quiz themselves.

10**PDF file** 9 organizers, activities, and quizzes

11 **Fun Fact** video link are inserted throughout to bring important elements of the story into context and aid comprehension

DIGITAL USES IN THE CLASSROOM:

· Introduce new story

· Provide backstory to text

· Stimulate group discussion/prediction

· Create predictions about text

· Use as distance learning resource

· Post on webpage for review

· Add to electronic notebooks

· Provide test review

· Prompt Writing or Research assignments

· Grammar study / parts of speech

· Discuss Word Connotation

PRINTABLE USES: word walls and interactive notebooks

This bundle is also available in PowerPoint!

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Simplify your December planning with this ESL resource designed to immerse your students in the holiday spirit with topics like design your ugly Christmas sweater (jumper) and later vote for your favorite amongst classmates. Be a music critic or share your opinion on some December topics. Finally, lot's of low prep holiday sheets to practice basic vocabulary. Students love to find the "mystery code" or "mystery word".

Resource 1- Short Basic Writing Prompts

Holiday themed flashcards are included to help with simple speaking activities such as design your own gingerbread house. There are also various drawing activities. This resource is versatile for whole-class, partner, or station-based activities.

Included:

- Teacher overview

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

-Design your own ugly Christmas sweater (jumper)

-Vote for your favorite ugly sweater

-Follow directions to color and draw 

-Listen and vote for their favorite Christmas music

-Create your own elf and design an outfit for them

-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.

-Suggested wordless short film with questions

Vocabulary:

Holiday and Christmas words

Basic Body Parts

Some winter clothing

Present tense verbs 

Limited use of the conditional

*Please note you must have access to Youtube to play the music videos. The music links are editable and can be changed.

Resource 2: Questions of the Day

Encourage speaking and writing in your ESL English Second language Classroom with this Holiday-themed “Questions of the Day” 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 December topics. It is ideal for daily discussions, writing prompts, and speaking exercises. Expand students' vocabulary with December themed vocabulary and images.

Included:

- Teacher overview

-December vocabulary with engaging images and photographs

-Thirty slides with questions "I prefer" "I would rather"

-Additional conversation slides including "Ugly Christmas sweater" "Christmas Jumper" or "Find the differences"

Start your ESL class off each day with a “Question of the day”. It is a great way to get students talking and help you to establish a low stress routine. This ESL resource works as either a daily warm up or bell ringer activities.

Resource 3: Basic Vocabulary Practice

Enjoy some low prep activities for your English Second Language classroom with this Christmas holiday vocabulary resource. There are 13 vocabulary worksheets which include mystery words to unscramble, drawing activities and more! Explore holiday words with 43 flashcards and game suggestions. This resource works well for centers, emergency sub plans or low prep days.

Included:

-43 flashcards (flashcards can be used for suggested language games)

-Answer response sheet included for Scoot with flashcards

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

-Thirteen unique worksheets for students to practice the new vocabulary like unscramble the mystery word and color by code.

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. 

** 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

Do your students know all the people and places of the Resurrection? This Unit is a great way for students to dig into the Word and find a deeper understanding of Easter.

•This all-inclusive unit contains everything you need to teach about Easter, Jesus’ resurrection, doubting Thomas, Ascension, Pentecost, and other appearances of Jesus that are important in the study of early Christians.

•The lesson plans include a printable and editable packet of work that can be completed independently, or collaboratively. Students will read the bible, summarize passages, answer comprehension questions, and complete graphic organizers about the information.

•Students will learn critical vocabulary and use problem-solving skills to think about examples and non-examples for resurrection, apostles, disciples, speaking in tongues, baptize, and other words. Students will also reflect on the Great Commission and work to memorize John 20:29.

•This unit uses the Bible as a textbook and students should be able to complete the packets independently if you need to use this for distance learning. The quizizz link would work as an online test.

Unit Includes…

•8-page Student Packet & Answer Key

•Memory Verse

•Vocabulary

•Bible Summary, Comprehension Questions, and Graphic Organizer

•Graphic Novel Template

•Study Guide

•30 Question Test & Answer Key

•Memory Verse Sorting Cards

•Word Wall Posters for Unit Vocabulary (Do you want to buy ONLY the Word Wall? Click here!)

•Links for online review activities at Quizlet, Quizizz, and Kahoot.

***All resources are included as PDFs and editable PowerPoint files, there is also a link to the student pack as editable google slides which can be used for distance earning.

Ideas for Easter

Easter: I Have Who Has

Easter Seek & Find Game

What is Included:

Lesson Plan Pages

Discussion Questions (use oral discussion questions or weekly short answer discussion questions and a final discussion question test (short answer and multiple-choice questions).

Literature Worksheets (Character study, Two Sets of Prediction Worksheets, and Plot Diagram Worksheet)

Vocabulary Work (General Vocabulary, Focused Vocabulary, Vocabulary Dictionary, Crossword, Word Search, Vocabulary in Context, and Vocabulary Quiz)

Final Project (Have students design a concert. They must have a theme, create a stage, costumes, and decorations, and select relevant acts with rubric)March Madness

BONUS: Christmas Song Battle (much like the march madness basketball tournament, you will start with your sweet 16 of either classic or modern Christmas songs, and then students will vote and battle it out until there is a winner).

Novel Study: These materials for Susan Adrian's novel Nutcracked aim to enhance readers' understanding and interpretation of the Story.

What is Included: 40 Pages

· Goal and Instructional Pages for Teacher

· Lesson Plans for 15-days of lessons- Incorporate vocabulary work in

· Discussion Questions (11 pages)

· Reality vs. Fantasy-Journal (1 page)

· Reality vs. Fantasy-Teaching Worksheet Activity (1 page)

· Reality vs. Fantasy-2 Worksheets (1 page each)

· Georgie's Problems (Conflict Worksheet) (1 page)

· Plot Diagram (1 page)

· Final Test (2 Options) (2 pages each)

· Answer Keys (8 pages)

Vocabulary: -In general, the goal for finding vocabulary words within a novel is to have students encounter words they may not have seen or heard before and then understand their meaning in the text and their everyday lives.

What is Included: 31 Pages

· Goals and Instructional Pages for Teacher

· Master Word Lists (3 pages)

· Student Dictionary (11 pages)

· Crossword Puzzles (3 pages)

· Word Search (1 page)

· Vocabulary in Context Worksheet (2 pages)

· Final Test (1 page)

· Answer Keys (6 pages)

Look to pair this novel study with our Nutcracker and The Mouse King picture book study or other Nutcracker Christmas School Activities. A complete 20-Day Christmas School Unit is available as a bundle through my website or TeachShare storefront.

This GOOGLE SLIDE Holiday Unit Language Arts Bundle includes 2 Prereading Introductions for short stories: The Little Match Girl by _Hans Christian Anderson a_nd The Gift of the Magi by O. Henry. Each Introductory lesson provides pre-reading information for the story’s author and genre. Bold photo visuals and engaging video clips support the story details, as well as vocabulary study, practice, assessment, and printable organizers.

*Plus* a complete Writing Lesson with holiday prompts and grading rubrics is included in this bundle.

..........................PREREADING. GOOGLE SLIDES....................

Google Slides:
1. **Author Biography** We provide author biographies for each short story. This adds depth to the lesson, allowing students to appreciate the story in the context of the author's life experience.
2. **Setting**Highly informative slides include maps, historical images and intriguing video links allowing students to have a deeper understanding of the location and time period in which the story takes place. This is a crucial element when preparing students to read outside their own worldview.
3.**Bold Photos: ** Visual learners will thrive with our visually appealing slides, featuring bold and relevant images that help reinforce vocabulary concepts and make learning more engaging.
4. **Vocab with Concise Definitions and Part of Speech: ** Our lesson provides clear and concise definitions for challenging vocabulary words, ensuring that students understand the meaning of each word in context. Understanding the parts of speech is crucial for effective language comprehension. Our lesson includes sections dedicated to identifying the part of speech for each vocabulary word.
Vibrant Vocab slides

The Little Match Girl: urchin, farthing, cower, burnished, transparent, gaily-colored, ascend, lustre, stark, capitally

The Gift of the Magi: instigate, vestibule, agile, falter, ransack, prudence, ravage, assertion, chronicle, coveted

5.**Quizlet Practice Link ** Reinforce learning and encourage self-assessment with Quizlet practice tailored to the vocabulary words covered in the lesson. This interactive tool allows students to review and quiz themselves.
6. **Fun Fact Images and Videos** These features highlight unique elements of the text to aid comprehension

PDF FILE.
Plus, each ZIP file comes with a PDF folder containing printable worksheets to be used with the lesson!
**Grammar Sort**
Strengthen language skills with integrated grammar review sections, ensuring students can apply the vocabulary words correctly in their own writing and communication.
**Connotation Sort**
Dive deeper into vocabulary nuances by exploring the connotations of words, helping students grasp the subtle shades of meaning and usage.
**Context Clues Sentences, Word Bank and Key: **
Our lesson includes carefully curated sentences that employ context clues, enabling students to decipher word meanings from surrounding text. This fosters independent comprehension skills. These worksheets can be used for practice or assessment.
**Vocabulary Organizer**
This worksheet allows the students to infer the meaning from the animated vocabulary slide. After students complete the organizer, it is a great reference sheet.
**Synonym and Antonym Word Study**
The graphic organizer allows the students to explore the variations in meaning of the new vocabulary word.

............................WRITING....GOOGLE SLIDES................

This holiday inspired Vocabulary Writing Lesson is perfect for any language arts class grades 6-12

VOCABULARY: The lesson includes 10 highly advanced vocabulary words with three-fold animated photo slides. These vivid slides present a bold photo, the definition and part of speech for each of these challenging new words:

1. Enigmatic

2. Quintessence

3. Resplendent

4. Melancholy

5. Pernicious

6. Verisimilitude

7. Idyllic

8. Incandescent

9. Sanguine

10. Halcyon

WRITING: The 10 rigorous vocabulary words have been woven into three higher level writing prompts for creative written response. In addition to the imaginative writing prompts, a teacher-friendly grading rubric is included; designed to highlight the use of the advanced vocabulary.

PRACTICE: Eight printable graphic organizers for the newly learned words are part of this lesson. They provide grammar review, grammar sort, connotation review, connotation sort, and word study exploring synonyms, antonyms etc.

ASSESSMENT: A context clue fill-in-the-blank worksheet is provided which may be used for practice or assessment. Also included, is a vocabulary Quizlet which can be used for practice or assessment.

This standard-aligned material is for use with whole group, small group, or independent work for regular ed, learning support, ESL or virtual/homeschool classrooms.

This lesson is also available in PowerPoint.

This PowerPoint Holiday Unit Language Arts Bundle includes 2 Prereading Introductions for short stories: The Little Match Girl by Hans Christian Anderson and The Gift of the Magi by O. Henry. PDF links included for both stories

Each Introductory lesson provides pre-reading information for the story’s author and genre. Bold photo visuals and engaging video clips support the story details, as well as vocabulary study, practice, assessment, and printable organizers.

*Plus* a complete Writing Lesson with holiday prompts and grading rubrics is included in this bundle.

..........................PREREADING. PPTS..................

Prereading:
1. **Author Biography** We provide author biographies for each short story. This adds depth to the lesson, allowing students to appreciate the story in the context of the author's life experience.
2. **Setting**Highly informative slides include maps, historical images and intriguing video links allowing students to have a deeper understanding of the location and time period in which the story takes place. This is a crucial element when preparing students to read outside their own worldview.
3.**Bold Photos: ** Visual learners will thrive with our visually appealing slides, featuring bold and relevant images that help reinforce vocabulary concepts and make learning more engaging.
4. **Vocab with Concise Definitions and Part of Speech: ** Our lesson provides clear and concise definitions for challenging vocabulary words, ensuring that students understand the meaning of each word in context. Understanding the parts of speech is crucial for effective language comprehension. Our lesson includes sections dedicated to identifying the part of speech for each vocabulary word.
Vibrant Vocab slides:

The Little Match Girl: urchin, farthing, cower, burnished, transparent, gaily-colored, ascend, lustre, stark, capitally

The Gift of the Magi: instigate, vestibule, agile, falter, ransack, prudence, ravage, assertion, chronicle, coveted
5.**Quizlet Practice Link ** Reinforce learning and encourage self-assessment with Quizlet practice tailored to the vocabulary words covered in the lesson. This interactive tool allows students to review and quiz themselves.
6. **Fun Fact Images and Videos** These features highlight unique elements of the text to aid comprehension

PDF FILE.
Plus, each ZIP file comes with a PDF folder containing printable worksheets to be used with the lesson!
**Grammar Sort**
Strengthen language skills with integrated grammar review sections, ensuring students can apply the vocabulary words correctly in their own writing and communication.
**Connotation Sort**
Dive deeper into vocabulary nuances by exploring the connotations of words, helping students grasp the subtle shades of meaning and usage.
**Context Clues Sentences, Word Bank and Key: **
Our lesson includes carefully curated sentences that employ context clues, enabling students to decipher word meanings from surrounding text. This fosters independent comprehension skills. These worksheets can be used for practice or assessment.
**Vocabulary Organizer**
This worksheet allows the students to infer the meaning from the animated vocabulary slide. After students complete the organizer, it is a great reference sheet.
**Synonym and Antonym Word Study**
The graphic organizer allows the students to explore the variations in meaning of the new vocabulary word.

............................WRITING....PPT................

This holiday inspired Vocabulary Writing Lesson is perfect for any language arts class grades 6 through 12.

VOCABULARY: The lesson includes 10 highly advanced vocabulary words with three-fold animated photo slides. These vivid slides present a bold photo, the definition and part of speech for each of these challenging new words:

1. Enigmatic

2. Quintessence

3. Resplendent

4. Melancholy

5. Pernicious

6. Verisimilitude

7. Idyllic

8. Incandescent

9. Sanguine

10. Halcyon

WRITING: The 10 rigorous vocabulary words have been woven into three higher level writing prompts for creative written response. In addition to the imaginative writing prompts, a teacher-friendly grading rubric is included; designed to highlight the use of the advanced vocabulary.

PRACTICE: Eight printable graphic organizers for the newly learned words are part of this lesson. They provide grammar review, grammar sort, connotation review, connotation sort, and word study exploring synonyms, antonyms etc.

ASSESSMENT: A context clue fill-in-the-blank worksheet is provided which may be used for practice or assessment. Also included, is a vocabulary Quizlet which can be used for practice or assessment.

This standard-aligned material is for use with whole group, small group, or independent work for regular ed, learning support, ESL or virtual/homeschool classrooms.

This lesson is also available in PowerPoint.

Veteran’s Day Bundle

This three packet activity bundle has more than 50+ handouts to help students define, understand, and discuss the importance of Veteran’s Day.

Packet 1: Veteran’s Day Thank You Cards (English and Spanish)

Product Description

Pages: 23

Instill gratitude for our Armed Services with these 20 Veteran's Day Thank You Cards. Write a note of thanks, color images, fold, and give to make a veteran smile!

Includes a mix of English and Spanish gratitude phrases, black and white images to color, and one blank card for students to create their own Veteran's Day message. Highlights each branch of the Armed Services: Army, Marines, and Navy. Includes female and male armed services members.

Use as across curriculum government/history/social studies and ELA lesson, to practice fact-based letter/note writing skills, develop social skills, learn more about U.S. history, practice vocabulary, and meet local veterans in your community. Contact your local Veteran's of Foreign Wars (VFW) for a list of veterans in your area.

Packet 2: 30 Veteran’s Day Activities

Product Description

Pages: 32

30 activities to celebrate Veteran's Day! Coloring, lists, poems, writings, and more...for using critical thinking skills to learn about a national holiday.

Includes:

Democracy is...
Freedom is...
Liberty means...
The eagle is representative of...
Veteran's Day Speech
Map for listing no. of veterans/naming veterans
10 Ways to Thank a Veteran
Make your own dog-tags
Many faces of soldiers
Many roles of soldiers
What Veteran's Day means to me...
Thank you to a Veteran
My Message to a Veteran
Decorate the tombstone of a fallen soldier
Veteran Acrostic Poem
A Veteran's Poem
My favorite branch of armed services
My Pledge for Peace
Veteran's Day Maze
Veteran's Day Word Search
Women's roles in the Armed Services
How many words can you make from "veteran"
What will you do on Veteran's Day?
From a soldier's point of view: What Veteran's Day means...
The War Wall--fill in to make and display your own war wall

30 activities to help students acknowledge, appreciate, celebrate, and honor veterans and what the special day means.

Packet 3: Get Fit Action Story: A Veteran’s Day Celebration

Product Description

Pages: 15

What is Veterans Day? When does it fall each year? What kinds of celebrations honor our veterans? Students get an introduction and definition of Veterans Day, plus why it is different than Memorial Day. Then, get ready to join the parade! Play ball, watch fireworks, and thank a veteran for serving!

Get Fit Action Stories combine reading, sight words, listening, speaking, directions, and physical education into one assignment. It's a fun, physical learning adventure!

Action Words included:
1. salute
2. clap
3. Miss America wave
4. struts
5. moves a scepter up and down
6. twirl
7. toss
8. catch
9. plays a violin
10. toots a horn
11. beats a drum
12. pedal
13. flip hamburgers
14. toss salads
15. swing bats
16. hit homeruns
17. yells, “Ewwwww” then “Awwwww”
18. “Thank you!”
19. salute
20. “Happy Veterans Day!”

This three packet activity bundle with over 50+ handouts will encourage discussions, increase understanding, and reinforce meaning of Veteran’s Day.

This article package, by Real-World Reports, provides an engaging introduction to the topic of immigration in the presidential race 2024, helping young learners explore different viewpoints and understand its significance in shaping society. By breaking down the complexities, it presents a well-rounded overview of the topic in a way that is easy for children to grasp. Historical connections and current policies are explored, giving students a sense of how immigration has evolved and its relevance today.

Packed with creative activities, students are encouraged to dive into the topic through hands-on projects, trivia, and fun facts. These interactive elements keep the learning process dynamic and enjoyable, while also encouraging thoughtful discussions. By including profiles of notable figures, students can also draw inspiration from individuals who have played a key role in this area.

Teachers will appreciate the resource for its ease of use and the way it fosters critical thinking. The balanced presentation of differing viewpoints makes it ideal for encouraging open-mindedness and empathy, while offering students a clear framework for understanding this important issue.

Highlighted Sub-Topics:

• Fun Facts and Trivia: Keeps students engaged with interesting tidbits related to immigration and politics, sparking curiosity and discussion.
• History Corner: Links past immigration policies to current events, helping students learn from history and understand the evolution of immigration in society.
• Profile of an Inspiring Figurs: Features a notable individual who have influenced immigration policy and advocacy, offering students role models who’ve made a difference.
• Interactive and Creative: Includes jokes, DIY crafts, and art projects, making the learning process fun and memorable while reinforcing key concepts.

• Balanced Perspectives: Presents the views of various candidates without bias, fostering critical thinking and open discussion in the classroom.
Behind the Pages ~ Author's Remarks:

Welcome to Real-World Reports!

At Real-World Reports, we’re all about igniting young scholars with engaging stories and exciting facts. Tailored for curious learners aged 7* and up, our resource-packed publication brings current events and historical highlights to life in a fun, interactive way.

What We Offer:

• Engaging Content: Dive into easy-to-understand summaries of global events and historical moments. Our lively newspaper articles make complex topics accessible and interesting.
• Fun Facts: Fuel curiosity with “Did You Know?” tidbits that spark wonder and inspire further exploration.
• History Corner: Journey through history with captivating tales from ancient civilizations to modern milestones.
• Person’s Profile: Meet influential figures from science, arts, and innovation. Discover their stories and find inspiration for future dreams.
• Creative Activities: Get hands-on with art projects and DIY fun that reinforce learning and foster creativity.
• Visual Appeal: Our print-friendly design ensures clarity and engagement without relying on color.
• Versatile Learning: Ideal for classrooms, libraries, and homeschooling, our resources adapt to various age groups and learning styles.

• Note: While my publications aim to cover a broad spectrum of educational themes, each resource may vary in its inclusion of specific features.

Special Feature:

FREE Reading Comprehension Worksheet: Enhance your students’ reading skills with our interactive worksheet. Perfect for quick 5-10 minute sessions, it covers key details, fun facts, and historical summaries (which can be used on this lesson).

Teacher and Student Benefits:

• For Teachers: Simplifies lesson planning with ready-to-use content, boosting classroom discussions and critical thinking.
• For Students: Stimulates curiosity and fosters a deeper understanding of world events and ideas.

*Note (on age preferences): Our publications aim to educate and inspire, without overwhelming young learners with complex or distressing content. Choose resources that fit your students’ needs and interests. 

Join us on a thrilling educational adventure with Real-World Reports – where knowledge meets excitement!

For permissions or inquiries, contact us through before purchase. Unauthorized use or reproduction is strictly prohibited.

Resource Information

• Pages: 8 Includes a Terms of Use (TOU) page, a “Get to Know Us” page, and all the engaging content you expect! Cover pages are NOT within this file!
• Ideal for Ages: school students in grades 2 and up

• Teaching Duration: 1 class, depending on depth of exploration
• Download Now: This digital product is the full file at your fingertips!

Reminder: This resource is for single-classroom use only. Please refrain from sharing outside your class. Feel free to reach out with any questions before downloading. No refunds available on digital products.

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If you enjoyed this resource, we’d be thrilled if you left a kind review! Your support helps us continue creating more educational content that makes learning exciting and meaningful for students. Thank you!

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Take your students on an inspiring journey to learn about black heroes who have made a lasting impact on history. This engaging and informative PDF is designed for students aged 7-10+ and offers an enriching look at the lives and achievements of key figures in black history. Perfect for both US and UK classrooms, this resource can be used to celebrate Black History Month and beyond.

Topics Included:

• The origins of Black History Month and Carter G. Woodson’s role

• Akyaaba Addai-Sebo’s contributions to UK Black History Month

• The historical significance of Cheddar Man

• Stories of black individuals in British royal history

• Recent movements for racial equality and justice

• Global celebrations of Black History Month

Teaching Time: 1-2 Classes

Key Highlights:

• A Hero’s Tale: The Father of Black History

Learn about Carter G. Woodson, the visionary who founded the observation of black history and his enduring legacy.

• A Beacon of Hope: Akyaaba Addai-Sebo

Discover the inspiring journey of Akyaaba Addai-Sebo, the individual responsible for bringing Black History Month to the UK.

• Cheddar Man’s Surprise

Uncover the fascinating story of Cheddar Man and explore the ancient presence of black people in Britain.

• Paintings and Princesses: The Hidden Stories

Explore the lesser-known stories of black figures in British history, including Queen Victoria’s goddaughter, Sarah Forbes-Bonetta.

• Time to Make a Change

Reflect on recent movements for racial equality and justice, and discuss why Black History Month continues to be relevant today.

• Black History Month Around the World

Understand how different countries celebrate black history, from the USA to the Netherlands.

Benefits for Teachers:

• Provides a detailed, easy-to-implement curriculum.

• Engages students with interactive and thought-provoking content.

• Encourages meaningful discussions about history, equality, and justice.

Benefits for Students:

• Inspires curiosity and appreciation for black history.

• Encourages critical thinking and empathy through diverse narratives.

• Offers fun activities that make learning enjoyable and memorable.

Get Your Copy Today and Celebrate Black History with Your Students!

Behind the Pages ~ Real-World Reports' Remarks:

**Welcome to Real-World Reports! **

At Real-World Reports, we’re all about igniting young scholars with engaging stories and exciting facts. Tailored for curious learners aged 7* and up, our resource-packed publication brings current events and historical highlights to life in a fun, interactive way.

What We Offer:

• Engaging Content: Dive into easy-to-understand summaries of global events and historical moments. Our lively newspaper articles make complex topics accessible and interesting.

• Fun Facts: Fuel curiosity with “Did You Know?” tidbits that spark wonder and inspire further exploration.

• History Corner: Journey through history with captivating tales from ancient civilizations to modern milestones.

• Person’s Profile: Meet influential figures from science, arts, and innovation. Discover their stories and find inspiration for future dreams.

• Creative Activities: Get hands-on with art projects and DIY fun that reinforce learning and foster creativity.

• Visual Appeal: Our print-friendly design ensures clarity and engagement without relying on color, if printing is intended. In some publications, we have opted for a bit of paint, without causing printing problems!

• Versatile Learning: Ideal for classrooms, libraries, and homeschooling, our resources adapt to various age groups and learning styles.

• ***Note: *While my publications aim to cover a broad spectrum of educational themes, each resource may vary in its inclusion of specific features.

Special Feature:

FREE Reading Comprehension Worksheet: Enhance your students’ reading skills with our interactive worksheet. Perfect for quick 5-10 minute sessions, it covers key details, fun facts, and historical summaries (which can be used on this lesson).

Teacher and Student Benefits:

• For Teachers: Simplifies lesson planning with ready-to-use content, boosting classroom discussions and critical thinking.

• For Students: Stimulates curiosity and fosters a deeper understanding of world events and ideas.

*Note (on age preferences): Our publications aim to educate and inspire, without overwhelming young learners with complex or distressing content. Choose resources that fit your students’ needs and interests. 

Why Choose this publication?

- Easy to implement: Simply download and print for instant classroom fun!

- Promotes fun literacy: Spark discussion and critical thinking with captivating stories and interactive activity/ies.

-Ready to educate youngsters with current event/s in a kid-friendly manner!

Explore More:

Discover similar resources on my page that dive into current events, historical contexts, creative projects, and interactive activities. These publications cater to various age groups and learning styles, offering a range of topics to engage your students.

Join us on a thrilling educational adventure with Real-World Reports – where knowledge meets excitement!

For permissions or inquiries, contact us through before purchase. Unauthorized use or reproduction is strictly prohibited.

Resource Information

• Pages: 12 Includes a Terms of Use (TOU) page, a “Get to Know Us” page, and all the engaging content you expect! Cover pages are NOT within this file!

• Ideal for Ages: students in elementary schools (only if you see they are ready to read this sought of publication) 7-8+ in age

• Teaching Duration: 1-2 classes, depending on depth of exploration

• Download Now: This digital product is the full file at your fingertips!

Reminder: This resource is for single-classroom use only. Please refrain from sharing outside your class. Feel free to reach out with any questions before downloading. No refunds available on digital products.

NOTE: “We are not affiliated with or connected to any organizations or references mentioned in this document. This material is intended solely for educational purposes.”

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If you enjoyed this resource, we’d be thrilled if you left a kind review! Your support helps us continue creating more educational content that makes learning exciting and meaningful for students. Thank you!

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Inspire and empower your students with Our World Against Cancer, a transformative classroom resource dedicated to World Cancer Day. This educational guide helps students understand cancer in an age-appropriate and engaging manner, fostering empathy and resilience.

What's included and product benefits:

• Comprehensive guide: Simplifies the complexities of cancer, making it accessible and informative for young learners
• Empathy-building activities: Explores the significance of different cancer awareness colors, promoting understanding and support
• Healthy lifestyle promotion: Encourages students to adopt habits that contribute to cancer prevention
• Interactive learning: Sparks curiosity and resilience, transforming students into cancer fighters and health champions
• Ideal for fostering a compassionate and informed classroom environment for grades 4-6

Resource Information

• Pages: 9 (includes a TOU page and a Get to Know us Page)
• Ideal for Ages: Grades 3-6 students
• Download Now: This digital product is the full file at your fingertips!

For permissions or inquiries, contact us prior to purchase. Unauthorized use or reproduction is strictly prohibited.

Reminder: This resource is for single-classroom use only. Please refrain from sharing outside your class. Reach out with any questions before downloading. No refunds available on digital products.

Your Feedback Matters!
If you enjoyed this resource, we’d be thrilled if you left a kind review! Your support helps us continue creating more educational content that makes learning exciting and meaningful for students. Thank you!

Dive into the heart of American tradition with our Thanksgiving Football Informational Texts, meticulously crafted for middle school students in grades 5-8. This resource, tailored to a 6th-grade lexile level, is a touchdown for any ELA curriculum, aligning with key standards that focus on the analysis of print and graphic features.

What’s Inside:

• Three Compelling Articles: Ranging from the mechanics of football to the historical significance of Thanksgiving games, and the cherished Detroit Lions' traditions, these texts are rich with educational content and football fervor.
• Dynamic Text Features: Each article is a playbook of knowledge, featuring captions, subheadings, glossaries, footnotes, maps, diagrams, sidebars, graphs, timelines, and photographs to engage students and enhance comprehension.
• Comprehensive Quizzes: Test understanding with 18 multiple-choice questions that challenge students to apply their knowledge of text features and content.
• GoogleSlides: Present information about text features before reading to build background knowledge or act as a refresher.

Curricular Alignment:

• Standards-Focused: This resource supports ELA goals, encouraging students to dissect the author's use of print and graphic elements for specific purposes, meeting key educational standards.

Easy Implementation:

• Teacher-Friendly: Designed for ease of use, this print-and-go resource includes a 12-slide Google Slides presentation to introduce text features, ensuring a smooth start to each lesson.
• Answer Key Included: Save time with ready-to-use answer keys, simplifying assessment and review.

Student Engagement:

• High-Interest Topic: By combining the universally engaging topics of football and Thanksgiving, this resource tackles the challenge of engaging reluctant readers head-on.

Holiday Relevance: Capitalize on the excitement of Thanksgiving to bring ELA standards to life.

• Rigorous & Multiskilled: Students aren't just learning about football; they're enhancing critical reading skills through a sports lens.
• No Additional Prep: Everything you need is at your fingertips, from the articles to the quizzes and presentation slides.

Perfect for the Season:

Whether you're looking to supplement your curriculum with seasonal material, add rigor to your lessons, or simply bring a high-engagement topic to your classroom, our Thanksgiving Football Informational Texts are your MVP. Score big with students and educators alike by integrating this resource into your middle school ELA game plan today!