The New Year Internet Activities

4Encourage your students to set new goals for themselves for 2024 with this printable flip book. A digital version is also included for your distance learners.

Discuss with your students the importance of setting goals for themselves. Help them develop goals that will challenge them without frustrating them. Help them come up with steps and actions they can take to achieve their goals. A data collection page is also included for each goal so they can monitor and track their own progress, encouraging responsibility, accountability, and self reflection.

The digital version is included as a link in the last page of the printable pdf. These print in black and white, two per page to save paper and ink. Print them on colorful cardstock or white paper so they can decorate their own. Punch two holes in the top and put together with pipe cleaner loops or binder rings. The digital version is colorful for a fun pop!

Studying China. This web quest would be a positive addition to a unit of study! Want to introduce your students to the country of China during Chinese New Year? This web quest gives students an overview to the country including map skill questions, learning about the panda bears, the Great Wall of China, The Terra Cotta Solders and lots more. Extension activities and links as well as the key are also included. The 12 page resource has 10 informational web questions.
Want a student version, just email me(Q/A) and I will be happy to send it along.

Other resources for China you may find of interest:

1. Did you know that enough dirt was used to create the Great Wall of China to circle the earth with an 8 ft. high wall? Did you know that ice cream was probably first invented by the Chinese(frozen milk/rice)? Did you know that the yo-yo was invented by the Chinese or that the number 9 and the color red are considered good luck in China? I taught a unit on China for 32 years and would love to share some my notes, activities and resources I used with my students.Let's Explore China!

2. Want a fun activity to review vocabulary terms for a unit of study on China? Looking for an enrichment activity in history? Try my Chinese Puzzler: Secret Message Review Activity. The activity involves students working individually or in groups to review vocabulary terms connected with China. 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 China is revealed! The teacher page includes additional information to share about the "secret message"! If you prefer to offer a vocabulary box, I have included this as well.China, A Secret Message Review Activity

You may find these other Countries in Focus of interest:

1. Russia: This webquest of 10 questions will enable young people to learn lots of information on the country of Russia! Extension activities, resources, fun facts,key. Skills include:reading for information and using research/computer skills. Russia, Country in Focus, A Webquest

2. Australia: Want to introduce your students to different countries of the world? My Country in Focus series, highlights a country with a web quest, some fun facts and some extension activities. There is also a mapskill activity. Try Australia. I also have a Country in Focus on Switzerland,India and Iceland. It would be a great one day activity for before a vacation, for an enrichment activity or for a substitute.

Russia, Country in Focus-A Webquest

3. Iceland. Want to introduce your students to different countries of the world? My Country in Focus series, highlights a country with a web quest, some fun facts and some extension activities. The first in the series is Iceland. It would be a great one day activity for before a vacation or for an enrichment activity. Iceland, Country in Focus, A Webquest

4. India:Country in Focus,is a web quest, with additional fun facts and extension activities. Did you know that it was ancient India which gave the world the idea of the zero? The game Chutes and Ladders comes from an Indian board game. More people speak English in India than in the United States? Skills include:reading for information and using research/computer skills. India, Country in Focus-A Webquest

5. Greece: Use this informative web quest as an introduction to the country of Greece. Greece, A Country in Focus-A Webquest

6. Switzerland: Did you know that a Swiss man named Bertrand Piccard was the first person to circumnavigate the earth in a hot-air balloon? Did you know that the first chocolate bar was made in Switzerland back in 1819? Learn more about this mountainous country with this informative webquest on Switzerland!

Mapwork, 9 web questions, extension activities and key...

Want to introduce your students to different countries of the world? My Country in Focus series, highlights a country with a web quest, some fun facts and some extension activities. It would be a great one day activity for before a vacation or for an enrichment activity. Switzerland, Country in Focus-A Webquest

Learn about the country of Brazil with this informational web quest. There is also a map skill activity and fun facts. Additionally, there is a teacher page with extension activities and additional links.

Although the map skill/webquest can be completed in one session, if you opt to do the extension activity, additional days could be used. Brazil, Country in Focus-A Webquest <2016 Olympics will be held in Brazil!)

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Differentiated New Year Mad Gab, Incohearent, Gibberish/Jibber Jabber Game: Celebrate New Year Traditions Across the Globe!

Ring in the New Year with this engaging and laughter-filled Mad Gab-style game! Perfect for classroom parties, brain breaks, and seasonal reviews, this two-player/two-team game guarantees unlimited replay value and fun for all grade levels. With over 120 phrases consisting mainly of U.S. traditions, it also features other global traditions and winter-themed words and phrases. What a unique and festive way to kick off the New Year and Chinese New Year in your classroom!

Try Before You Buy:

Play the fully-functional preview version to experience the joy and engagement this game brings to your students! Explore the features, test the gameplay, and see why this New Year's-themed Mad Gab Game is a must-have for your classroom.

Key Features:

Massive Phrase Pool:
Over 120 randomly selected New Year, Chinese New Year, other global traditions, and winter-related phrases ensure every game feels fresh and exciting. Unlimited replay value means students will want to play again and again.

Festive Animations and Music:
Lively animated characters and quirky music immerse players in the celebratory spirit of the season.

Differentiated Timer Options:
Choose between 15 seconds for a fast-paced challenge or 30 seconds for students who need a little extra time—perfect for fostering inclusivity without pressure.

First to 25 Wins:
Encourage teamwork and friendly competition as players race to reach 25 points and claim victory!

No Prep, All Fun:
Seamless gameplay with no macros or extra requirements—works on any device with no Google account needed.

Why Teachers Love It:

• Unlimited Replay Value: A massive pool of phrases means no two games are alike, making it a classroom favorite year-round - without the added expense of purchasing another game elsewhere.
• Time-Saving Design: Ready-to-play, no-prep activity fits easily into lesson plans.
• Engagement Boost: Combines teamwork, critical thinking, and seasonal fun to keep students motivated and focused.
• Inclusive Differentiation: Timer options ensure everyone can participate and enjoy the game.

Why Students Love It:

• Fun and Festive: The silly phrases, lively animations, and quirky music make every round a celebration.
• New Year’s Spirit: From countdowns to traditions around the globe, the game resonates with the excitement of the season.
• Interactive and Team-Based: Encourages collaboration, laughter, and friendly competition.

Perfect For:

• New Year’s classroom parties
• Brain breaks and indoor recess
• Seasonal reviews and team-building activities
• Celebrating global traditions and diversity

Make New Year's Unforgettable:

Bring joy, laughter, and learning to your classroom with this New Year’s Mad Gab Game! A seasonal delight that students will cherish all year long.

Want More Fun?

Pair this New Year’s Mad Gab Game with our other holiday-themed activities to create the ultimate seasonal experience. Explore our exclusive bundles:

• Winter Holidays Mad Gab Bundle
• Valentine's Day Babble

Don’t miss out—start the New Year with an engaging, festive game your students will love!

What to Expect:

You'll receive a PDF file with a link to the online game. This content is not editable. While I'll update the game periodically, I will do my best to retain the same link. After purchasing, you'll be notified about any updates to this product.

Help Me Get Better:

If you encounter any issues, please reach out to me at zaneylaneylearning@gmail.com before posting a negative review. I have a lot of ideas, and I'm trying my best to present an error-free, high-quality product. Again, please play the preview version. This is the best way to understand how the game works and is also the best way to avoid surprises after purchase.

Please let me know if you would like to see additional examples or have suggestions for other uses/topics.

Let your 6th-grade students practice while having fun with this engaging, no-prep, and self-checking order of operations mystery picture activity.

This pixel art activity will be a great way to review your lesson.

Students will solve 20 expressions with parentheses and no exponents.

As they correctly answer the questions a mystery picture will be revealed.

It includes 20 expressions with parentheses and no exponents.

All answers are positive integers.

Perfect for:

• practicing,
• homework,
• reviewing material,
• an emergency substitute lesson plan!

Since this activity is online (interactive pages) there is very little prep; just provide the link, and off they go! There are no locks to configure or clues to hide—everything you need is online. No Google Classroom or Microsoft Teams logins are necessary.

Due to the Terms of Use of the font/clip artists and stock photo websites I purchased from, this product is not editable. Thank you for understanding.

Did you know...

• You can earn credits for future TeachShare purchases by leaving feedback on resources you purchase
• Your satisfaction is my #1 priority! If you encounter any issues with this resource, please contact me so I can resolve any concerns. I proofread carefully and strive to provide you with quality resources, but occasionally one gets by!

Please feel free to contact me anytime!

Email: infomatemaths@gmail.com

Copyright © 2024 Matemaths

All rights reserved by the author.

Permission to copy for single classroom use only.

Not for public display.

COUNTRIES IN FOCUS:
A BUNDLE OF RESOURCES ON COUNTRIES OF THE WORLD WEBQUESTS
RUSSIA
SWITZERLAND
CHINA
ICELAND
GREECE
ITALY
INDIA
BRAZIL
AUSTRALIA
IRELAND

Introduce young people to these 10 countries of the world with these different webquest. Additionally extension activities, links and the key are included. Use as part of a unit of study or as a Friday activity to foster world geography.

Let your 6th-grade students practice while having fun with this engaging, no-prep, and self-checking order of operations mystery picture activity.

This pixel art activity will be a great way to review your lesson.

Students will solve 20 expressions with parentheses and no exponents.

As they correctly answer the questions a mystery picture will be revealed.

It includes 20 expressions with parentheses and no exponents.

All answers are positive integers.

Perfect for:

• practicing,
• homework,
• reviewing material,
• an emergency substitute lesson plan!

Since this activity is online (interactive pages) there is very little prep; just provide the link, and off they go! There are no locks to configure or clues to hide—everything you need is online. No Google Classroom or Microsoft Teams logins are necessary.

Due to the Terms of Use of the font/clip artists and stock photo websites I purchased from, this product is not editable. Thank you for understanding.

Did you know...

• You can earn credits for future TeachShare purchases by leaving feedback on resources you purchase
• Your satisfaction is my #1 priority! If you encounter any issues with this resource, please contact me so I can resolve any concerns. I proofread carefully and strive to provide you with quality resources, but occasionally one gets by!

Please feel free to contact me anytime!

Email: infomatemaths@gmail.com

Copyright © 2024 Matemaths

All rights reserved by the author.

Permission to copy for single classroom use only.

Not for public display.

Studying China. This web quest would be a positive addition to a unit of study! Want to introduce your students to the country of China during Chinese New Year? This web quest gives students an overview to the country including map skill questions, learning about the panda bears, the Great Wall of China, The Terra Cotta Solders and lots more. Extension activities and links as well as the key are also included. The 12 page resource has 10 informational web questions.
Want a student version, just email me(Q/A) and I will be happy to send it along.

Other resources for China you may find of interest:

1. Did you know that enough dirt was used to create the Great Wall of China to circle the earth with an 8 ft. high wall? Did you know that ice cream was probably first invented by the Chinese(frozen milk/rice)? Did you know that the yo-yo was invented by the Chinese or that the number 9 and the color red are considered good luck in China? I taught a unit on China for 32 years and would love to share some my notes, activities and resources I used with my students.Let's Explore China!

2. Want a fun activity to review vocabulary terms for a unit of study on China? Looking for an enrichment activity in history? Try my Chinese Puzzler: Secret Message Review Activity. The activity involves students working individually or in groups to review vocabulary terms connected with China. 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 China is revealed! The teacher page includes additional information to share about the "secret message"! If you prefer to offer a vocabulary box, I have included this as well.China, A Secret Message Review Activity

You may find these other Countries in Focus of interest:

1. Russia: This webquest of 10 questions will enable young people to learn lots of information on the country of Russia! Extension activities, resources, fun facts,key. Skills include:reading for information and using research/computer skills. Russia, Country in Focus, A Webquest

2. Australia: Want to introduce your students to different countries of the world? My Country in Focus series, highlights a country with a web quest, some fun facts and some extension activities. There is also a mapskill activity. Try Australia. I also have a Country in Focus on Switzerland,India and Iceland. It would be a great one day activity for before a vacation, for an enrichment activity or for a substitute.

Russia, Country in Focus-A Webquest

3. Iceland. Want to introduce your students to different countries of the world? My Country in Focus series, highlights a country with a web quest, some fun facts and some extension activities. The first in the series is Iceland. It would be a great one day activity for before a vacation or for an enrichment activity. Iceland, Country in Focus, A Webquest

4. India:Country in Focus,is a web quest, with additional fun facts and extension activities. Did you know that it was ancient India which gave the world the idea of the zero? The game Chutes and Ladders comes from an Indian board game. More people speak English in India than in the United States? Skills include:reading for information and using research/computer skills. India, Country in Focus-A Webquest

5. Greece: Use this informative web quest as an introduction to the country of Greece. Greece, A Country in Focus-A Webquest

6. Switzerland: Did you know that a Swiss man named Bertrand Piccard was the first person to circumnavigate the earth in a hot-air balloon? Did you know that the first chocolate bar was made in Switzerland back in 1819? Learn more about this mountainous country with this informative webquest on Switzerland!

Mapwork, 9 web questions, extension activities and key...

Want to introduce your students to different countries of the world? My Country in Focus series, highlights a country with a web quest, some fun facts and some extension activities. It would be a great one day activity for before a vacation or for an enrichment activity. Switzerland, Country in Focus-A Webquest

Learn about the country of Brazil with this informational web quest. There is also a map skill activity and fun facts. Additionally, there is a teacher page with extension activities and additional links.

Although the map skill/webquest can be completed in one session, if you opt to do the extension activity, additional days could be used. Brazil, Country in Focus-A Webquest <2016 Olympics will be held in Brazil!)

Perhaps, you might like to follow my TeachShare Store. Click by the green star by my photograph.