Middle School Holidays/Seasonal Projects

Make the start of the school year exciting and meaningful with our Ultimate Birthday Research Project! Perfect for grades 5-8, this comprehensive activity is designed to foster community building and self-identity exploration, seamlessly integrating into back-to-school activities and research units. With no preparation needed, this high-engagement project is ideal for teachers looking to create an inclusive and interactive classroom environment from day one.

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✔️ Back-to-School Engagement: Kick off the school year with an engaging project that helps students learn more about each other. ✔️ Community Building: Foster a sense of community as students share their unique birthday research findings. ✔️ Identity Exploration: Encourage students to explore and celebrate their identities through personal research. ✔️ Research Skills Development: Integrate essential research skills into a fun and meaningful project. ✔️ No Prep Required: Save valuable planning time with this ready-to-use project. ✔️ High Engagement: Keep students motivated and interested with a project that connects personally to each of them.

What's Included:

• Detailed Instructions: Step-by-step guide for teachers and students.
• Research Templates: Easy-to-use templates for students to record their findings.
• Presentation Guidelines: Tips and structures for students to share their projects with the class.
• Assessment Rubrics: Clear criteria for evaluating student work.
• Extension Activities: Additional ideas to expand learning and engagement.

Benefits:

• Aligned with Educational Standards: Meets various curriculum standards for research, writing, and presentation skills.
• Flexible Implementation: Can be adapted for individual, partner, or group work.
• Enhances Critical Thinking: Encourages students to analyze and synthesize information.
• Promotes Inclusivity: Celebrates the diverse backgrounds and experiences of all students.

Ideal for:

• Back-to-School Activities
• Community Building Exercises
• Identity Units
• Research Units

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➡️Christmas Preterite vs Imperfect Color-In Answers

➡️This Packet comes with an Activity where students differentiate between Preterite and Imperfect.

➡️Students then have the option of coloring a Thanksgiving Page or Christmas Page.

➡️Answer Keys to both colorings are included.

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Are you looking for some engaging activities before winter break? Get ready for some holiday fun!

Christmas Word Ladders are perfect for anyone eager to boost their vocabulary while enjoying the festive season. These word ladders are an absolute blast! Think of them as your ladder to word mastery, starting from one word and climbing your way up, changing one letter at a time to reach a related word at the top!

Santa's Workshop Mystery Math Challenge is a captivating activity that isn't your typical yawn-inducing math session—oh no! It's an adventure packed with brain-teasing puzzles and number-crunching challenges. Students will dive into a world of equations, clues, and problem-solving that'll have them on the edge of their seats (or maybe sleighs?). Each completed page will lead to a letter that will unveil the location of Santa's bag.

Create a 3D Gingerbread House will engage your students in real world mathematics and allow them to have fun before winter break with an educational experience in disguise! Your students will use the materials provided to construct a three dimensional gingerbread house. With square, rectangle and triangle pieces, the possibilities are unlimited! They will then maximize their budget to create the best decorated house. After completion, they will calculate the angles of the roof, volume of the house, and the total surface area. They will have so much fun they won't even notice that they are applying advanced math concepts!

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Engage your students in real world mathematics and have fun with these educational experiences in disguise! Your students will use the materials provided to construct a three dimensional haunted house, gingerbread house, and fairy house. With square, rectangle and triangle pieces, the possibilities are unlimited! They will then maximize their budgets to create the best houses.

After completion, students will calculate the angles of the roof, volume of the house, and the total surface area. They will have so much fun they won't even notice that they are applying advanced math concepts!

These printable projects address decimals, money, multiplication, division, volume, angles, and surface area. There are two versions so that you can differentiate for the ability of your students. Perfect for anyone eager to combine fun and learning this fall!

• Reinforce key math concepts in a practical and enjoyable manner.
• Encourage critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Increase engagement with multiple choices.
• Provide a real-world context for mathematical applications.

Each Product Includes:

• Cover Page
• Table of Contents
• Teacher Notes
• Math Vocabulary
• Math Formulas
• Square House Pieces (color and black and white)
• Rectangle House Pieces (color and black and white)
• Triangle House Pieces (color and black and white)
• Decoration Pieces (color and black and white)
• House Overview (two versions)
• House Rubric (two versions)
• Budget Page (two versions)
• House Views (two versions)
• Roof Angles
• Calculate the Volume (two versions)
• Calculate the Surface Area (two versions)

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Photo Frame Coloring Project for Holiday/Winter/Christmas - An easy to make student made gift for parents!

This is a great holiday gift for students to make for their families. Little teacher prep is required...just print out the card template and frame stand on white cardstock. Students can color, cut and paste the frame together and insert a 4x6" photo that makes a special gift to give to their families. Finished trimmed frame will be 7.5" high by 10" wide.

3 different design options, including 2 winter (non-Christmas) options and 1 Christmas option. This can be used as a photo frame or as a way to showcase a special drawing or written message.

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Some classes work better in groups than others. With this bundle, you can customize which classes receive different versions of the same project. This also works great when you have assigned the group project but inevitably have students who are absent for an extended period. Don't stress about sending work with them. Just print out the individual project and send them on their merry way!

Have your students ever heard of La Chandeleur, La Fête des Rois, Jour des Aieux, Carnaval, or dozens of other holidays celebrated throughout the Francophone world from December through February? The Francophone Winter Holiday Project goes beyond the big name holidays your students are already familiar with. Not only does it review geography, but also incorporates history, culture, music, and more. And even better - Once you assign this project, your students will take on the work of teaching EACH OTHER!

Both Projects Include:

-Notes to teacher with pacing suggestions

-Detailed Project Directions and Easy grading rubric

-29 Francophone Country cards

-Graphic Organizer

-Presentation Notes

-Materials available in English and French to make this work for all levels!

Perfect for giving yourself a break before Winter Break by letting students teach each other! This is also a great project for those long, slow winter days that tend to drag in January and February.

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Explore my comprehensive French Noël/Christmas Vocabulary Activities/Practice/Enrichment/Emergency Sub for more vocab fun! With 10 pages of engaging written practice (featuring word searches, short answers, jumbles, and more) there is something for everyone! These activities not only utilize the same core vocabulary here but also introduce 8 additional seasonal words!

Or let them play a little with Noël Vocabulary Dominoes, Noël Vocabulary Cut & Paste Bingo, or Noël Vocabulary Dice.

Looking for something a little more secular? Try my Winter Vocabulary and Emergency Sub Plan. This one is good all season long!

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Some classes work better in groups than others. With this bundle, you can customize which classes receive different versions of the same project. This also works great when you have assigned the group project but inevitably have students who are absent for an extended period. Don't stress about sending work with them. Just print out the individual project and send them on their merry way!

Have your students ever heard of Fiesta de la Candelaria, Constitution Day, Día de Las Velitas, Carnaval, or dozens of other holidays celebrated throughout the Spanish-speaking world from December through February? The Spanish-speaking Winter Holiday Project goes beyond the big name holidays your students are already familiar with. Not only does it review geography, but also incorporates history, culture, music, and more. And even better - Once you assign this project, your students will take on the work of teaching EACH OTHER!

Need other seasonal ideas or looking for something to do for the early finishers?

Explore my comprehensive Spanish Navidad/Christmas Vocabulary Practice/Worksheets/Emergency Sub! for more vocab fun! With 10 pages of engaging written practice (featuring word searches, short answers, jumbles, and more) there is something for everyone!

Or let them play a little with Navidad Vocabulary Dominos, Navidad Vocabulary Dice, or Navidad Vocabulary Cut & Paste Bingo.

Looking for something a little more secular? Try my Winter Vocabulary and Emergency Sub Plan. This one is good all season long!

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March Activities for 1st Grade BUNDLE- bulletin board, nonsense word fluency and more!

Perfect bundle for your March activity needs for your first graders.

Two bulletin board activities with crafts

Nonsense word fluency practice and games

A St. Pattys day Leprechaun Envelope craft

I hope you enjoy these March activities!

Let's make it a great year! This fun and simple craft and writing activity allows students to write their goals for the new year. This craft is one that you and your students will love!

The craft is simple! No prep! The students just color, cut, and paste.

Includes:

"Let's Make it a Great Year" bulletin board headers

Toolbox with pocket

Tools to write goals on and put in pocket

Single page writing and picture option

Includes years 2023-2026

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A BOOM Cards™ Escape Room Activity & a printable Escape Room Activity about the traditions of Christmas around the world. The NO PREP activities are ideal for distance learning and perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade.

Both activities have been split into four different tasks; your students will need to complete each of the tasks to reveal a word. Together the four words make a phrase for them to escape the room.

The resources are great for:

• Distance learning
• Independent work
• Homework
• Guided reading sessions
• Team building lessons
• Emergency sub plans
• Reading interventions

The digital, BOOM Cards version is ideal for distance learning and the activity can be completed on tablets, phones or computers. The printable version comes in PDF format perfect for printing or uploading.

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For first time BOOM Card™ users, the resource comes with an explanation of how to assign the cards to your class, and has lots of useful links to support you using the activity.

Both activities follow a similar format, with slight variances to the BOOM Cards version to allow the resource to be digital and self-marking.

In Task 1 students will read an informational text about Christmas and then find their way through a maze by answering true or false comprehension questions. If they answer the questions correctly they will reveal their first word.

In Task 2 students will complete a crossword puzzle by answering ten questions. Answering these questions correctly will reveal some hidden letters which need to be unscrambled to reveal the second word.

In Task 3 students will sort 27 timeline task cards about famous holidays, putting them in order from the earliest date in the year to the latest. When they have finished their third word will be revealed.

In Task 4 students will have to find the missing words in a wordsearch puzzle before finding a hidden word from the letters that are left over in the puzzle. This hidden word is their fourth and final word.

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The Cinco de Mayo ELA Bundle (2nd|3rd|4th) is a perfect way to celebrate the holiday while also learning! This bundle contains two sets of activities specifically designed to help primary-level English learners improve their language skills and learn more about the holiday. The worksheet collection includes engaging activities that help improve reading and writing skills, while the lapbook project focuses on creating a fun and interactive learning experience. With the Cinco de Mayo ELA Bundle, students can practice their English language skills while also learning about the history and traditions of the holiday.

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The Memorial Day ELA Bundle is an ideal way to observe the holiday while acquiring knowledge! This package contains two sets of exercises specifically tailored to aid early learners of English enhance their language capabilities and grow their understanding of the holiday. The worksheet assortment involves captivating tasks that assist in refining reading and writing abilities, while the lapbook job centers around developing an exciting and collaborative learning experience. With the Memorial Day ELA Bundle, pupils can hone their English language abilities while also gaining knowledge about the legacy and customs of the holiday.

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Celebrate Flag Day with the Flag Day ELA Bundle and let your early learners of English take their knowledge to the next level! This exciting package contains two sets of activities specifically designed to help young scholars boost their language capabilities while also gaining an understanding of the history and traditions of the holiday. Filled with captivating tasks, the worksheets in this bundle provide the perfect opportunity to refine reading and writing skills. And the lapbook activity allows pupils to engage in a collaborative learning experience that is sure to be both entertaining and educational. With the Flag Day ELA Bundle, you can have fun while also giving your students an opportunity to hone their English language skills.

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Unlock the wonders of Juneteenth with the Juneteenth ELA Bundle! This comprehensive package is the perfect way to help early English learners reach the next level of language proficiency. Including two sets of engaging activities, this bundle offers an exciting and educational experience for young scholars. The worksheets are designed to hone reading and writing skills, while the lapbook project offers the chance to collaborate with classmates and learn more about the history and traditions of the holiday. With the Juneteenth ELA Bundle, your students can have fun while developing their English language skills in a meaningful way.

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Discover the educational richness of the Day of the Dead with the Day of the Dead - Dia de los Muertos ELA Bundle! This educational bundle offers an exciting way to learn about the history, traditions, and culture of the world-famous holiday. Through two sets of activities designed for primary-level English-learners, students can improve their reading and writing skills while engaging with the vibrant cultures and celebrations of the season. Utilize the worksheets to practice English language skills, and the lapbook project to create an interactive and fun learning experience. Whether you're looking to get your students exciting about language learning, or just to celebrate the Day of the Dead in a unique way, look no further than the educational Day of the Dead - Dia de los Muertos ELA Bundle!

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Improve your primary students' English language skills this Constitution Day by investing in our Constitution Day ELA Bundle! This collection comes with two enriching learning resources - the Constitution Day Lapbook with Reading Comprehension Activities and Constitution Day ELA Worksheets - to provide a comprehensive educational experience. These worksheets focus on stretching out your students' word knowledge, reading, writing, and listening capabilities. The lapbook offers a variety of Constitution Day-related activities that entice your kids to have fun while honing their English! Buy the Constitution Day ELA Bundle now for an entertaining approach to teaching English and light up your students' curiosity!

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Patriot Day ELA Bundle: A Fun and Enriching Way to Learn

Celebrate Patriot Day with your primary students in a fun and educational way with the Patriot Day ELA Bundle! This collection includes two engaging learning resources:

• Patriot Day Lapbook with Reading Comprehension Activities: This lapbook is packed with activities that will help your students learn about Patriot Day, improve their reading comprehension skills, and have a blast.
• Patriot Day ELA Worksheets: These worksheets cover a variety of English language skills, including word knowledge, reading, writing, and listening. They are perfect for reinforcing what your students have learned in the lapbook.

Perfect for 4th to 6th grade learners and great for ESL/EFL students and homeschoolers, this Patriot Day ELA Bundle is a great way to help your students learn about this important holiday while also improving their English language skills. It is sure to engage and entertain your students, and it will help them develop a deeper understanding of Patriot Day.

Here are some of the benefits of the Patriot Day ELA Bundle:

• It is a comprehensive educational resource that covers a variety of English language skills.
• It is engaging and fun, and it will help your students learn while they play.
• It is perfect for reinforcing what students have learned in the lapbook.
• It is a great way to help students learn about Patriot Day and its importance.

Get your Patriot Day ELA Bundle today and start learning and having fun!

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The Labor Day ELA Bundle is a fun and enriching way for primary students to learn about Labor Day. The bundle includes two engaging learning resources:

• A Labor Day Lapbook with Reading Comprehension Activities: This lapbook is packed with activities that will help students learn about Labor Day, improve their reading comprehension skills, and have a blast.
• Labor Day ELA Worksheets: These worksheets cover a variety of English language skills, including word knowledge, reading, writing, and listening. They are perfect for reinforcing what students have learned in the lapbook.

This bundle is perfect for 4th to 6th grade learners and great for ESL/EFL students and homeschoolers. It is a great way to help students learn about this important holiday while also improving their English language skills. The activities are engaging and entertaining, and they will help students develop a deeper understanding of Labor Day.

Here are some of the benefits of using the Labor Day ELA Bundle:

• Students will learn about the history of Labor Day and its importance to the American workforce.
• Students will improve their reading comprehension skills by reading and answering questions about a variety of Labor Day-related texts.
• Students will practice their English language skills by writing about Labor Day and participating in listening and speaking activities.
• Students will have fun learning about Labor Day by completing engaging and interactive activities.
• If you are looking for a fun and educational way to help your students learn about Labor Day, the Labor Day ELA Bundle is the perfect resource for you.

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The Hanukkah ELA Bundle is a comprehensive and engaging resource that helps primary students learn about Hanukkah while also improving their English language skills. The bundle includes two learning resources:

• Hanukkah Lapbook with Reading Comprehension Activities: This lapbook is packed with activities that will help students learn about the history, traditions, and symbols of Hanukkah. Students will also improve their reading comprehension skills by reading and answering questions about a variety of Hanukkah-related texts.
• Hanukkah ELA Worksheets: These worksheets cover a variety of English language skills, including word knowledge, reading, writing, and listening. They are perfect for reinforcing what students have learned in the lapbook and for providing additional practice.

The Hanukkah ELA Bundle is perfect for primary grade learners and great for ESL/EFL students and homeschoolers. It is a fun and educational way to help students learn about this important holiday while also improving their English language skills.

Here are some of the benefits of using the Hanukkah ELA Bundle:

• Students will learn about the history, traditions, and symbols of Hanukkah.
• Students will improve their reading comprehension skills.
• Students will practice their English language skills.
• Students will have fun learning about Hanukkah by completing engaging and interactive activities.

If you are looking for a fun and educational way to help your students learn about Hanukkah, the Hanukkah ELA Bundle is the perfect resource for you.

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The Veterans Day ELA Bundle is an inclusive and engaging resource that helps primary students learn about Veterans Day while also improving their English language skills. The bundle includes two learning resources:

• Veterans Day Lapbook with Reading Comprehension Activities: This lapbook is packed with activities that will help students learn about the history, celebration and other information about Veterans Day. Students will also improve their reading comprehension skills by reading and answering questions about a variety of Veterans Day-related texts.
• Veterans Day ELA Worksheets: These worksheets cover a variety of English language skills, including word knowledge, reading, writing, and listening. They are perfect for reinforcing what students have learned in the lapbook and for providing additional practice.

The Veterans Day ELA Bundle is perfect for primary grade learners and great for ESL/EFL students and homeschoolers. It is a fun and educational way to help students learn about this important holiday while also improving their English language skills.

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