Women's History Month Activities

This collection of puzzles – crosswords, word searches, matchups and more – brings to life the diverse achievements and contributions of women throughout recent history. An ideal packet for celebrating Women's History Month.

Includes:

• Women Leading the Way Two-Page Activity Set: features a range of political leaders and trendsetters around the world, a look at women leaders in the medical field, and famous women writers.
• Women In Arts and Sciences Two-Page Activity Set: features women scientists, from physicists to astronauts, and more; highlights famous women singers, actresses, painters and photographers; pays tribute to women who built community strength by creating organizations like Girl Scouts and improving lives at home.
• World of Women Leaders Word Search Puzzle: reinforces key vocabulary words used in the pair of Activity Sets

Features: Nikki Haley, Condoleezza Rice, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Nancy Pelosi, Kim Campbell, Michelle Obama, Angela Merkel, Hillary Clinton; Clara Barton, Elizabeth Blackwell, Mother Teresa, Antonia Novello, Florence Nightingale, Maya Angelou, Anne Frank; Amelia Earhart; Velentina Tereshkova, Marie Curie, Jane Goodall, Sally Ride; Taylor Swift; and many other women pioneers.

Woman Reading in spring-Coloring pages

Immerse yourself in the beauty of spring and the joy of reading with our collection of 101 printable coloring pages. Each page captures the serene charm of a woman engrossed in the captivating world of literature amidst the blooming splendor of springtime.

From lush garden settings to cozy indoor nooks, these illustrations depict women from all walks of life, indulging in their love for books under the gentle warmth of the spring sun. Whether it's a picnic in the park surrounded by vibrant flowers or a quiet corner of a library, each scene invites you to join these characters on their literary adventures.

Unleash your creativity as you add your personal touch to these enchanting illustrations. With intricate details waiting to be colored, you can customize each page to reflect your own vision of springtime bliss. Let your imagination flourish as you paint the landscapes, bring characters to life, and infuse every page with the vibrant colors of the season.

Perfect for relaxation, artistic expression, or bonding with loved ones, these printable coloring pages offer a delightful escape into a world where spring blooms meet the magic of storytelling. Whether you're a seasoned artist or just starting your coloring journey, these pages provide endless hours of joy and inspiration.

So grab your favorite coloring tools and embark on a journey of creativity and relaxation with our collection of 101 printable coloring pages. Let the beauty of spring and the power of imagination merge as you bring these captivating scenes to life one color at a time.

Springtime Serenity Woman Reading in Nature"

Blossoming Pages Woman Immersed in Reading

Spring Reading Bliss Woman with Book in Floral Surroundings

Blooming Minds Woman Engrossed in Springtime Reading

Nature's Library Woman Enjoying a Book Amidst Spring

Springtime Escapades Woman Lost in Reading Adventure

Floral Fantasies Woman Delving into Spring Literature

Whispers of Spring Woman Engaged in Seasonal Reading

In Bloom and in BooksWoman Absorbed in Spring Reads

Reading Under the Spring Sky Woman Relaxing with a Book

101 Printable Flower Coloring Pages-Spring Flower Coloring.

Explore the Beauty of Spring with Engaging Activity Sheets

Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of spring flowers with our captivating collection of 101 Printable Flower Coloring Pages. This delightful bundle combines the joy of coloring with the enchanting beauty of spring blooms, creating a perfect blend of creativity and nature appreciation.

Key Features:

Diverse Floral Designs: Unleash your artistic flair with a wide array of floral designs, ranging from dainty daisies to majestic roses and everything in between.

Springtime Splendor: Capture the essence of spring with intricately crafted flower illustrations that celebrate the season's renewal and vitality.

Themed Activity Pages: Beyond coloring, enjoy engaging activity pages that include word searches, connecting the dots, and more, adding an educational element to the artistic experience.

Printable and Shareable: Conveniently printable at home, these pages make for an excellent indoor activity, a thoughtful gift, or a group crafting session. Share the joy of coloring with friends and family!

Indulge in the therapeutic benefits of coloring, embrace the spirit of spring, and let your imagination bloom with our 101 Printable Flower Coloring Pages. Download, print, and embark on a colorful journey through the world of blossoms!

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Printable Flower Coloring Pages

Flower Coloring Book

Botanical Coloring Pages

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Cute Flower Coloring

Mandala Flower Coloring Pages

Spring Flower Coloring

Rose Coloring Pages

Sunflower Coloring Sheets

Women's History Activities: She Persisted by Chelsea Clinton Activities

Are you looking for She Persisted activities that complement She Persisted: 13 American Women Who Changed the World by Chelsea Clinton?

This project was created for 2nd to 5th grade and is perfect for any time of year, but particularly timely for Women's History Month in March. This book showcases 13 American women who significantly impacted history and showed incredible perseverance in facing adversity and challenge.

PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS THE 1ST BOOK IN THE SERIES! Please be aware that there is a separate product for the 2ND BOOK IN THE SERIES (which focuses on women around the world). There is also a MONEY-SAVING BUNDLE if you'd like to purchase both products. Links for each product can be found here:

• SHE PERSISTED: by Chelsea Clinton
• SHE PERSISTED: AROUND THE WORLD by Chelsea Clinton
• SHE PERSISTED by Chelsea Clinton - THE BUNDLE

The women highlighted in She Persisted:

• Harriet Tubman
• Helen Keller
• Clara Lemlich
• Nellie Bly
• Virginia Apgar
• Maria Tallchief
• Claudette Colvin
• Ruby Bridges
• Margaret Chase Smith
• Sally Ride
• Florence Griffith Joyner
• Oprah Winfrey
• Sonia Sotomayor

This product includes:

• One page of Teacher Tips
• Four no-prep worksheets for EACH woman highlighted in this book (13x4=52 pages)
• Four additional worksheet templates (in case your students choose a historical figure not included in this story)
• Half-page FACT SHEETS (cheat sheets for EACH woman (7 pages)
• Full Page FACT SHEETS(cheat sheets for EACH woman (13 pages)
• Ten notable quotes posters in full-color (NOTE: These quotes are not necessarily the same quotes that were chosen for the book. They are intended to be meaningful for class discussions and reflections)

NOTE: THIS FILE INCLUDES A DIGITAL DISTANCE LEARNING OPTION!

This product includes a digital option (as well as the no prep printable option). The instructions for utilizing the digital portion appear at the end of the packet. The mini-book and retelling sticks are not included in the digital version.

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• GROWTH MINDSET ACTIVITIES
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Ruth Bader Ginsburg Biography Nonfiction Text Activities: I Dissent Activities

This nonfiction text biography unit for Ruth Bader Ginsberg goes perfectly with the book, I Dissent: Ruth Bader Ginsburg Makes Her Mark by Debbie Levy (though you DON'T NEED ANY BOOKS to use this file) and includes various printable activities, graphic organizers, report templates, writing prompts, reflection pages, nonfiction text, as well as posters with Ruth Bader Ginsburg quotes.

A 10-page (half-sheet) mini-book comprised of nonfiction information, interesting facts, and reflection questions (please see preview) is perfect for students to make and read on their own or in literacy stations with a small group. It's also a great reference or research tool for them as they gather information about Ruth Bader Ginsburg.

This file includes the following:

• biography mini-book
• graphic organizers
• biography report template
• RBG quotes posters
• reflection questions
• growth mindset connections
• writing a friendly letter
• creating a newspaper article

In addition, this product can be used with ANY picture book or chapter book about Ruth Bader Ginsburg.

Some of my favorite books include:

• I Dissent: Ruth Bader Ginsburg Makes Her Mark by Debbie Levy
• Ruth Bader Ginsburg: The Case of R.B.G. vs Inequality by Jonah Winter
• Ruth Bader Ginsburg (Superwomen Role Models) by Heather Moore Niver

Though the intended grade levels are 3rd, 4th, and 5th, this product canbe modified and used with other grade levels. The biography mini-book reading level is between 3rd-5th grade, so please understand that 2nd grade might struggle with the text if asked to read it independently. Likewise, a 6th grader may find that text to be easy.

NOTE: THIS FILE INCLUDES A DIGITAL DISTANCE LEARNING OPTION!

This product includes a digital option (as well as the no prep printable option). The digital portion instructions appear at the end of the packet.

Please check out the preview and the thumbnails before purchasing, and allow me to answer any questions you might have!

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Malala Yousafzai Activities: Nonfiction Biography Close Read Text Unit

This Malala Yousafzai activity pack can be used with ANY picture book or chapter book about Malala Yousafzai.

Some of my favorite books include:

• For the Right to Learn: Malala Yousafzai’s Story by Rebecca Langston-George
• Malala: Activist for Girls’ Education by Raphaële Frier
• Malala Yousafzai: Warrior with Words by Karen Leggett Abouraya
• Who is Malala Yousafzai? by Dinah Brown
• Dear Malala, We Stand with You by Rosemary McCarney
• Malala's Magic Pencil by Malala Yousafzai

This nonfiction text biography unit featuring Malala Yousafzai includes the following:

• annotation symbols for close reading (color and black-and-white)
• nonfiction reading passage (4 pages about Malala Yousafzai)
• sample annotations for the reading passage (all 4 pages)
• text-dependent questions with an answer key
• reflection questions
• character traits printable
• writing prompts
• growth mindset connections
• graphic organizers
• quotes posters (6 posters in color and black-and-white)

Other activities include writing a friendly letter and creating a newspaper article.

Though the intended grade levels are 3rd, 4th, and 5th, this product can be modified and used with other grade levels. The nonfiction reading passage is appropriate for 3rd-5th grade, so please understand that 2nd grade might struggle with the text if asked to read it independently. Likewise, a 6th grader may find that text to be easy.

NOTE: THIS FILE INCLUDES A DIGITAL DISTANCE LEARNING OPTION!

This product includes a digital option (as well as the no prep printable option). The digital portion instructions appear at the end of the packet.

Please check out the preview and the thumbnails before purchasing, and allow me to answer any questions you might have!

You may also be interested in these Language Arts products:

• BIOGRAPHY PRODUCTS
• GROWTH MINDSET ACTIVITIES
• CHARACTER TRAITS PRODUCTS

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Little Leaders: Bold Women in Black History showcases 40 biographies of incredible black women in history, which is perfect for Black History or Women's History Month!

These original biographies correspond to Little Leaders: Bold Women in Black History by Vashti Harrison. All biographies are original and include additional facts and information not presented in the book.

This product was created for 4th and 5th graders but could be used in 3rd grade (with additional support) as well as 6th grade.

These biographies can be used any time of year but are particularly timely for Black History Month in February and Women's History Month in March. This book showcases 40 Black women who significantly impacted history and displayed incredible perseverance in facing adversity and challenges.

Please take a look at the corresponding products and money-saving bundle here:

• LITTLE LEADERS: BOLD WOMEN IN BLACK HISTORY POSTERS
• LITTLE LEADERS: BOLD WOMEN IN BLACK HISTORY RESEARCH TEMPLATES AND GRAPHIC ORGANIZERS
• LITTLE LEADERS: BOLD WOMEN IN BLACK HISTORY BUNDLE – POSTERS, BIOGRAPHIES, & GRAPHIC ORGANIZERS

Each biography comes in full color and in black and white.

The following women are featured in this product:

• Phyllis Wheatley
• Sojourner Truth
• Harriet Tubman
• Rebecca Lee Crumpler
• Mary Bowser
• Mary Eliza Mahoney
• Charlotte E. Ray
• Ida B. Wells
• Zora Neale Hurston
• Alma Woodsey Thomas
• Alice Ball
• Bessie Coleman
• Augusta Savage
• Marian Anderson
• Josephine Baker
• Mahalia Jackson
• Rosa Parks
• Gwendolyn Brooks
• Ella Fitzgerald
• Mamie Phipps Clark
• Katherine Johnson
• Shirley Chisholm
• Althea Gibson
• Maya Angelou
• Nichelle Nichols
• Nina Simone
• Audre Lorde
• Raven Wilkinson
• Wilma Rudolph
• Marcelite Harris
• Angela Davis
• Octavia E. Butler
• Julie Dash
• Ruby Bridges
• Oprah Winfrey
• Gwen Ifill
• Dr. Mae Jemison
• Florence Joyner
• Lorna Simpson
• Dominique Dawes

NOTE: THIS FILE INCLUDES A DIGITAL DISTANCE LEARNING OPTION!

This product includes a digital option (as well as the no prep printable option). The instructions for utilizing the digital portion appear at the end of the packet.

Little Leaders: Bold Women in Black History Biography Templates and Graphic Organizers

These research templates correlate to Little Leaders: Bold Women in Black History by Vashti Harrison. The 40 women highlighted in this book are included in this graphic organizer (research template) file. There are four templates for each woman (newspaper template, blank fact sheet, blank writing paper, and a blank biography sheet).

Please note that this product does NOT contain biographies or posters. Please see the preview for images of what is included. These research templates can be used any time of year, but are particularly timely for Black History Month in February and Women's History Month in March.

This book showcases 40 Black women who significantly impacted history and displayed incredible perseverance in the face of adversity and challenge.

Please take a look at the corresponding products and money-saving bundle here:

• LITTLE LEADERS: BOLD WOMEN IN BLACK HISTORY POSTERS
• LITTLE LEADERS: BOLD WOMEN IN BLACK HISTORY BIOGRAPHIES
• LITTLE LEADERS: BOLD WOMEN IN BLACK HISTORY BUNDLE – POSTERS, BIOGRAPHIES, & GRAPHIC ORGANIZERS

The following women are featured in this product:

• Phyllis Wheatley
• Sojourner Truth
• Harriet Tubman
• Rebecca Lee Crumpler
• Mary Bowser
• Mary Eliza Mahoney
• Charlotte E. Ray
• Ida B. Wells
• Zora Neale Hurston
• Alma Woodsey Thomas
• Alice Ball
• Bessie Coleman
• Augusta Savage
• Marian Anderson
• Josephine Baker
• Mahalia Jackson
• Rosa Parks
• Gwendolyn Brooks
• Ella Fitzgerald
• Mamie Phipps Clark
• Katherine Johnson
• Shirley Chisholm
• Althea Gibson
• Maya Angelou
• Nichelle Nichols
• Nina Simone
• Audre Lorde
• Raven Wilkinson
• Wilma Rudolph
• Marcelite Harris
• Angela Davis
• Octavia E. Butler
• Julie Dash
• Ruby Bridges
• Oprah Winfrey
• Gwen Ifill
• Dr. Mae Jemison
• Florence Joyner
• Lorna Simpson
• Dominique Dawes

NOTE: THIS FILE INCLUDES A DIGITAL DISTANCE LEARNING OPTION!

This product includes a digital option (as well as the no-prep printable option). The instructions for utilizing the digital portion appear at the end of the packet.

This She Persisted Around the World file now includes a digital distance learning option in Google Slides™. Please refer to the final 7 pages of the file for the link and instructions.

This literature unit for She Persisted: Around the World - 13 American Women Who Changed History by Chelsea Clinton was created for 2nd to 5th grade and is perfect for any time of year, but particularly timely for Women's History Month in March.

This book showcases 13 women around the world who significantly impacted history and showed incredible perseverance in the face of adversity and challenge.

PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS THE 2ND BOOK IN THE SERIES! Please be aware that there is a separate product for the 1ST BOOK IN THE SERIES (which focuses on American women). There is also a MONEY-SAVING BUNDLE if you'd like to purchase both products. Links for each product can be found here:

SHE PERSISTED: by Chelsea Clinton

SHE PERSISTED: AROUND THE WORLD by Chelsea Clinton

SHE PERSISTED by Chelsea Clinton - THE BUNDLE

The women highlighted in She Persisted Around the World:

• Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz
• Caroline Herschel
• Kate Sheppard
• Marie Curie
• Viola Desmond
• Mary Verghese
• Aisha Rateb
• Wangari Maathai
• Joanne Rowling a.k.a. J.K. Rowling
• Sisleide (Sissi) Lima do Amor
• Leymah Gbowee
• Yuan Yuan Tan
• Malala Yousafzai

This product includes:

• 1 page of Teacher Tips
• 4 no-prep printables for EACH woman highlighted in this book (13x4=52 pages)
• 4 additional printables templates (in case your students choose a historical figure not included in this story)
• Half page FACT SHEETS (cheat sheets for EACH woman (7 pages)
• Full Page FACT SHEETS(cheat sheets for EACH woman (13 pages)
• 9 notable quotes posters in full-color (NOTE: These quotes are not necessarily the same quotes that were chosen for the book. They are intended to be meaningful for class discussions and reflections)

NOTE: THIS FILE NOW INCLUDES A DIGITAL DISTANCE LEARNING OPTION!

As of 2/5/21, this product includes a digital option (as well as the no prep printable option). The instructions for utilizing the digital portion appear at the end of the packet. The mini-book and retelling sticks are not included in the digital version.

Technology Requirements:

• A Google Drive account
• If sharing with students, a Drive account that is linked to student Google accounts
• Can be shared/delivered on Google Classroom
• Only need access to Google Drive--no outside links to worry about!

These files can be used with iPads, chrome books, laptops, and desktops as long as your students have access to Google Drive or Classroom on a device. The digital portion of this product is on Google Slides.

You may also be interested in these Language Arts products:

GROWTH MINDSET ACTIVITIES

LITERATURE UNITS

FIGURATIVE LANGUAGE PRODUCTS

CHARACTER TRAITS PRODUCTS

VOCABULARY PRODUCTS

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Kirsten Tulsian has 18 years of experience in elementary education. She has been a homeroom teacher for first grade, third grade, and fourth grade, as well as ESL. She has also been a school counselor for grades PK-6, an ESL pullout teacher for K-6, and a Reading Recovery Teacher. She received her Bachelor’s degree in elementary education and psychology from The University of Iowa and a Master’s of Education in school counseling from Sam Houston State University. She believes that students make the most progress when they are engaged in their hearts as well as their minds. Her resources offer relevant, rigorous, engaging content that nurtures the whole child.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

Copyright © Kirsten’s Kaboodle. All Rights Reserved.

• Purchasing this product gives the purchaser ONE LICENSE for this product. This allows the purchaser the right to reproduce this product for HIS/HER class ONLY.

• Duplication for an entire team, school, or school district is strictly forbidden.

• If other teachers would like copies of this product, please direct them to my store.

• You may not reproduce, redistribute, or post this item on a blog or website for download (free or paid).

• Copying any part of this product (even for a classroom website) is also in violation of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act.

• You may not modify, copy, or alter this product in any way.

• Please feel free to spread the word about this product via social media or blog post. A link to the product (or my store) is much appreciated.

Women's History Month: She Persisted by Chelsea Clinton Activities BUNDLE

BOTH FILES IN THE BUNDLE NOW INCLUDE A DIGITAL DISTANCE LEARNING OPTION WITH GOOGLE SLIDES! Please refer to the final 7 pages of each file for instructions and links.

These literature units for TWO BOOKS: She Persisted: 13 American Women Who Changed the World and She Persisted: Around the World by Chelsea Clinton.

These activities were created for 2nd to 5th grade and are perfect for any time of year, but particularly timely for Women's History Month in March.

Together, these books showcase 26 notable women who significantly impacted history and showed incredible perseverance in the face of adversity and challenge.

The women highlighted in She Persisted:

• Harriet Tubman
• Helen Keller
• Clara Lemlich
• Nellie Bly
• Virginia Apgar
• Maria Tallchief
• Claudette Colvin
• Ruby Bridges
• Margaret Chase Smith
• Sally Ride
• Florence Griffith Joyner
• Oprah Winfrey
• Sonia Sotomayor

The women highlighted in She Persisted: Around the World include:

• Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz
• Caroline Herschel
• Kate Sheppard
• Marie Curie
• Viola Desmond
• Mary Verghese
• Aisha Rateb
• Wangari Maathai
• Joanne Rowling a.k.a. J.K. Rowling
• Sisleide (Sissi) Lima do Amor
• Leymah Gbowee
• Yuan Yuan Tan
• Malala Yousafzai

Each of the TWO FILES include:

• 1 page of Teacher Tips
• 4 no-prep printables for EACH woman highlighted in this book (13x4=52 pages)
• 4 additional printables templates (in case your students choose a historical figure not included in this story)
• Half page FACT SHEETS (cheat sheets for EACH woman (7 pages)
• Full Page FACT SHEETS(cheat sheets for EACH woman (13 pages)
• 9 or 10 notable quotes posters in full-color (NOTE: These quotes are not necessarily the same quotes that were chosen for the books. They are intended to be meaningful for class discussions and reflections)

NOTE: THIS FILE NOW INCLUDES A DIGITAL DISTANCE LEARNING OPTION!

As of 2/5/21, this product includes a digital option (as well as the no prep printable option). The instructions for utilizing the digital portion appear at the end of the packet. The mini-book and retelling sticks are not included in the digital version.

Technology Requirements:

• A Google Drive account
• If sharing with students, a Drive account that is linked to student Google accounts
• Can be shared/delivered on Google Classroom
• Only need access to Google Drive--no outside links to worry about!

These files can be used with iPads, chrome books, laptops, and desktops as long as your students have access to Google Drive or Classroom on a device. The digital portion of this product is on Google Slides.

You may also be interested in these Language Arts products:

GROWTH MINDSET ACTIVITES

LITERATURE UNITS

FIGURATIVE LANGUAGE PRODUCTS

CHARACTER TRAITS PRODUCTS

VOCABULARY PRODUCTS

Sign up for access to my EXCLUSIVE FREE RESOURCE LIBRARY AND NEWSLETTER.

For updates on new products and product specials, follow me:

MY TeachShare STORE

INSTAGRAM

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Kirsten Tulsian has 18 years of experience in elementary education. She has been a homeroom teacher for first grade, third grade, and fourth grade, as well as ESL. She has also been a school counselor for grades PK-6, an ESL pullout teacher for K-6, and a Reading Recovery Teacher. She received her Bachelor’s degree in elementary education and psychology from The University of Iowa and a Master’s of Education in school counseling from Sam Houston State University. She believes that students make the most progress when they are engaged in their hearts as well as their minds. Her resources offer relevant, rigorous, engaging content that nurtures the whole child.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

Copyright © Kirsten’s Kaboodle. All Rights Reserved.

• Purchasing this product gives the purchaser ONE LICENSE for this product. This allows the purchaser the right to reproduce this product for HIS/HER class ONLY.

• Duplication for an entire team, school, or school district is strictly forbidden.

• If other teachers would like copies of this product, please direct them to my store.

• You may not reproduce, redistribute, or post this item on a blog or website for download (free or paid).

• Copying any part of this product (even for a classroom website) is also in violation of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act.

• You may not modify, copy, or alter this product in any way.

• Please feel free to spread the word about this product via social media or blog post. A link to the product (or my store) is much appreciated.

Get ready to have the most fun you'll have teaching with a lesson that your students will be talking about for years to come with The Handmaid's Tale ESCAPE ROOM!

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 Escape Room for The Handmaid's Tale. 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 to help yours run smoothly from start to finish. The activity involves movement, energy, creative thinking and most of all, collaboration. 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!

How does it work?

In this escape room, students will try to escape from Gilead into Canada by solving 5 different puzzles, discovering an encrypted message, and finding clues along the way.

• In the first task, students must match characters to quotes they said within the novel. Highlighted boxes in the correct answers will reveal the code.
• In the second task, students must solve a word maze (because "a rat is free to go anywhere, as long as it stays inside the maze") and collect letters along the way that will reveal the code.
• In the third task, students must solve a colorful jig saw puzzle that when intact, displays an important quote from the novel.
• In the fourth task, students must answer challenging multiple choice questions about the novel that when correct, reveal the code.
• In the fifth and final task, students must decode an encrypted message (a quote from The Handmaid's Tale) from symbols they collected along the way.

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 necessary information to be kept at stations

- Student Answer Booklet

- Teacher Answer Keys

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

- Theme Reflection for homework assignment or in-class writing activity

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Save 20% off this resource when you purchase as part of a growing bundle of all The Handmaid's Tale products by Language Arts Excellence:

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Also, check out these great resources to complement your unit on The Handmaid's Tale:

⭐ Introduction to Dystopia Powerpoint

⭐ The Handmaid's Tale Anticipation Guide & Lesson Plan

⭐ The Handmaid's Tale "Silent Conversation" Quote Pass Activity

⭐ The Handmaid's Tale "Hot Seat!"

⭐ The Handmaid's Tale Socratic Seminar Lesson Plan and Materials

⭐ The Handmaid's Tale Journal Prompts

⭐ The Handmaid's Tale Social Media Materials

⭐ The Handmaid's Tale Quote Posters

⭐ The Handmaid's Tale Activity Bundle

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More ELA Escape Rooms here:

⭐ Escape from Dystopia ESCAPE ROOM

⭐ Edgar Allan Poe ESCAPE ROOM

⭐ The Raven ESCAPE ROOM

⭐ The Black Cat ESCAPE ROOM

⭐ Shakespeare ESCAPE ROOM

⭐ End of Year ELA ESCAPE ROOM - Pop Culture Edition

⭐ End of Year ELA ESCAPE ROOM

⭐ Back to School ELA ESCAPE ROOM

⭐ Back to School ELA ESCAPE ROOM - Pop Culture Edition

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This activity features an engaging escape room in which students tackle 5 puzzles covering plot, characters, and quotes from Alice Walker's The Color Purple.

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 Escape Room for The Color Purple by Alice Walker. Planning an escape room may seem like quite the daunting task (and it is!), 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. Because this is a skills-based escape room, it is the perfect way to review the novel for the final quiz or test.

How does it work?

In this escape room, students must escape the classroom by solving 5 different skills-based puzzles, completing a secret message, and finding clues along the way.

• Crossword: In the first task, students must complete a crossword puzzle about plot events, characters, quotes, and story details from The Color Purple.
• Guess Who: In the second task, students match characters with their descriptions.
• Quote Me On This: In the third task, students must match characters with their notable quotes from the novel.
• Pop Quiz: In the fourth task, students must answer multiple choice questions about the story.
• Jig Saw Quote: In the fifth and final task, students must complete a jig saw puzzle that reveals a quote from The Color Purple. Students must write down the quote and show it to you to escape.

Product Includes:

- Escape Room Basics

- Detailed Day-Of Instructions

- Escape Room Print Checklist

- Student Teams Chart

- Materials for 5 Tasks: task signs, task instructions, and supplementary materials to be kept at stations

- Student Answer Sheet

- Teacher Answer Keys

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

- Theme Reflection for homework assignment or in-class writing activity

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These three differentiated lesson plans center around the beautifully powerful poems, "Still I Rise," "A Dream Deferred," and "Caged Bird." Each plan is meticulously explained using a format of warm-up, explanation, application, and synthesis with the aim to engage students from beginning to end. Students will analyze the figurative language within the poems and respond to the powerful messages they evoke through independent work, paired activities, and full class discussion. Lesson plans and accompanying materials strive to encourage students to interact deeply with some of the most breathtaking works of American poetry ever written. No teacher preparation is necessary for any of these lesson plans.

Bundled Product Includes:

• 3 Full lesson plans with warm-up, explanation, application, synthesis, and differentiated extension activities
• Comprehensive student packets for each poem
• Copies of each poem

Although these lesson plans are aligned to eighth grade Common Core standards, they can be differentiated to be appropriate for a middle or high school setting.

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Buying this bundle saves 20% off the price of the three lesson plans, however, you can buy them separately here:

⭐ "Still I Rise" Lesson Plan and Materials

⭐ "Caged Bird" Lesson Plan and Materials

⭐ "A Dream Deferred" Lesson Plan and Materials

Also, check out these great resources for your poetry unit by Language Arts Excellence:

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Unveiling the Vietnam War: A Dive into Key Moments, Untold Stories, and Enduring Impact (12 Reading Comprehensions with Analysis & Discussion)

Description:

Immerse your students in the complexities of the Vietnam War! This comprehensive bundle of 12 reading comprehensions goes beyond battlefields and heroes, offering diverse perspectives and critical thinking prompts to spark meaningful discussions. Explore soldier experiences, guerilla tactics, the anti-war movement, Agent Orange, ethical dilemmas, the draft, the Tonkin Gulf incident, Vietnamese women's roles, unexpected friendships, war's legacy, and the transformative power of television.

Key Features:

• 12 Captivating Articles: Cover crucial aspects of the war, offering a well-rounded understanding.
• Multiple Choice, True/False, Fill in the Blank, and Short Answer Questions: Assess comprehension and encourage analysis.
• Primary Source Excerpts: Engage students with authentic voices and historical context.
• Guided Reading Questions: Deepen understanding and foster meaningful discussions.
• Focus on Diverse Perspectives: Challenge traditional narratives and consider varying viewpoints.
• Explore Ethical Considerations: Examine moral dilemmas and societal impacts of war.
• Answer Key: Save time and facilitate self-assessment.

Learning Objectives:

• Analyze historical texts and primary sources to develop informed perspectives.
• Evaluate the diverse experiences and roles of individuals during the Vietnam War.
• Understand the complex causes, events, and consequences of the conflict.
• Develop critical thinking skills through analysis, reflection, and debate.
• Consider the ethical implications of war and media influence.
• Recognize the enduring impact of historical events on individuals and society.

Recommended Common Core Standards:

• Reading: RI.8.1, RI.8.2, RI.8.3, RI.8.4, RI.8.6, RI.8.7, W.8.2, W.8.4, W.8.9
• History: SS.8.10, SS.8.11, SS.8.12

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Celebrate Women's History Month and International Women's Day with Engaging Reading Comprehension Activities!

This 7-pack bundle of reading comprehension worksheets is the perfect resource to empower your students and celebrate the incredible contributions of women throughout history. Each activity focuses on a different aspect of the women's rights movement and women's achievements, making it ideal for International Women's Day and Women's History Month lessons.

Here's what you'll find in each worksheet:

• Engaging and informative text: Captivate your students with captivating narratives and factual details about diverse women who changed the world.
• Multiple choice, true/false, fill-in-the-blank, and short answer questions: Assess understanding, encourage critical thinking, and spark meaningful discussions.
• Primary source excerpts: Provide authentic voices that connect students with historical figures and deepen their understanding of the context.
• Answer key: Save valuable time and ensure accurate assessment.

Learning Objectives:

• Students will gain knowledge about the historical and ongoing fight for women's rights.
• Students will develop critical thinking skills by analyzing primary sources and reflecting on the information presented.
• Students will appreciate the challenges faced by women in various fields and historical periods.
• Students will be inspired by the achievements of women and empowered to advocate for equality and contribute to a more just society.

Recommended Common Core Standards:

• RI.5.1: Quote accurately from a text when explaining what the text says explicitly and when drawing inferences from the text.
• RI.5.2: Determine the central ideas or author's purpose in a text, and explain how it is supported by key details.
• RI.5.3: Analyze the relationship between a primary and secondary source on the same topic.
• W.5.2: Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas and information clearly.
• SL.5.1: Engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) on grade 5 topics, and respond thoughtfully to diverse perspectives.

Titles and Foucs

1. Celebrating Sheroes: Women Who Paved the Way (Focus: International Women's Day, historical figures, women's rights, achievements, role models)
2. Marching for Equality: A Look at Historical Women's Marches (Focus: International Women's Day, historical protests, women's suffrage, activism, social change)
3. Breaking Barriers: Women in STEM on International Women's Day (Focus: International Women's Day, STEM fields, women in science, pioneers, career inspiration)
4. Global Voices: International Women's Day Around the World (Focus: International Women's Day, global celebrations, cultural diversity, international awareness)
5. From Suffrage to #MeToo: The Evolving Fight for Women's Rights (Foucs: International Women's Day, women's rights movements, historical context, contemporary issues)
6. Beyond the Slogan: Understanding the Theme of IWD 2024 (Focus: International Women's Day, UN theme, current issues, annual focus, critical thinking)
7. Inspiring the Next Generation: Women Leaders Changing the World (Focus: International Women's Day, female leaders, role models, inspiration, future generations)

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Please note: While visuals can enhance student engagement, their absence allows you to incorporate additional visuals and activities to tailor the experience to your students' specific needs.

Three great activities that would span six lessons and a great classroom display about German born diarist, Anne Frank. Great for class work, distance learning and home schooling. Perfect for students in 3rd grade or 4th grade studying World War II.

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Firstly, there is a great classroom display and sorting activity that is perfect for introducing students to Anne Frank and some of the key events of World War 2. There are 42 posters or cards that include many of the key events from her life and some from the Second World War.

Secondly, there is a close reading activity - children need to read through an informational text, and then answer comprehension and grammar questions, before completing an extension activity.

Finally, there is a biography writing unit. The unit has been split into four separate lessons which will take students approximately 40-50 minutes each. Ideal for students learning about World War II.

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Celebrate Mom! Mother's Day Coloring Pages & Fun Printables Bundle

Spark creativity and heartfelt moments this Mother's Day with our engaging bundle!

• Packed with Fun: This all-inclusive resource includes a variety of coloring pages, worksheets, Color by number ,quotes coloring page, etc.
• Perfect for All Ages: Designed to keep students of all ages engaged and learning.
• Easy to Use: Printable activities require minimal prep, saving you valuable time in the classroom.
• Ready to Print: Download and print instantly for hassle-free Mother's Day fun!
• Make Mom Smile: These heartwarming printables are a delightful way for students to celebrate the special moms in their lives.

POWERPOINT BUNDLE- 2 COMPLETE LESSONS

1. PREREADING VOCABULARY LESSON:

Hidden Figures by Margot Lee Shetterly: this introductory Powerpoint lesson provides digital pre-reading information for the author, genre, and background information for the SPACE RACE. The lesson also includes vocabulary study, practice, and assessment.

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.

• Opening slides

-genre, author photo and short bio.

-Facts on the famous women

— Audiobook link to book

• Vibrant Vocab slides:(NASA, Jim Crow, orbit, IBM, launch, space shuttle, capsule, Space Race, punch cards, supervisor, coordinates, trajectory, Sputnik, satellite, segregation, mainframe, Fortran, aerospace engineer, herald, distinguish, sophisticated, ration books, subdivision, commute, editorial, Soapbox Derby)

-photo appearing without word for inference making

-vocab word which 'slides in' so photo can be first WITHOUT the word

-part of speech

-concise definition

• Differentiated Worksheet/Answer Key-used as a pretest, posttest, or practice

• Quizlet link

• Part of speech sort

*Connotation sort

*Vocabulary organizer

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

2. HISTORICAL BACKGROUND LESSON

PURPOSE: This NONFICTION PowerPoint lesson provides digital pre-reading introduction, resources & factual historical background context information for Hidden Figures by Margot Lee Shetterly.

GOAL: to prepare each student to read rigorous nonfiction novel by front-loading historical facts to aid comprehension & align to standards

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

HISTORICAL POWERPOINT: Please be aware that YOUTUBE LINKS open to a standard warning page which must be clicked to access video.

•Setting slides
-Location facts, photos, maps
-Time period facts, photos and links
-Link to period music
-Links to historical video clips

Please be sure to view the preview and watch the video for detailed images and descriptions of the lesson.

This product is also available in Google Slides!

GOOGLE SLIDE BUNDLE - 2 LESSONS

1. PREREADING VOCABULARY LESSON:
Hidden Figures by Margot Lee Shetterly: this introductory Google Slide lesson provides digital pre-reading information for the author, genre, and background information for the SPACE RACE. The lesson also includes vocabulary study, practice, and assessment.

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 Google Slide lesson! These printables include Connotation and Grammar sort, Word Study, and Vocabulary Quiz with optional word bank and answer key.
Google Slides:
• Opening slides
-genre, author photo and short bio.
-Facts on the famous women
— Audiobook link to book
• Vibrant Vocab slides:(NASA, Jim Crow, orbit, IBM, launch, space shuttle, capsule, Space Race, punch cards, supervisor, coordinates, trajectory, Sputnik, satellite, segregation, mainframe, Fortran, aerospace engineer, herald, distinguish, sophisticated, ration books, subdivision, commute, editorial, Soapbox Derby)
-photo appearing without word for inference making
-vocab word which 'slides in' so photo can be first WITHOUT the word
-part of speech
-concise definition
• Differentiated Worksheet/Answer Key-used as a pretest, posttest, or practice
• Quizlet link
• Part of speech sort
*Connotation sort
*Vocabulary organizer

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

2. HISTORICAL BACKGROUND LESSON

This NONFICTION Google Slide lesson provides 2 digital pre-reading introduction, resources & factual historical background context information for Hidden Figures by Margot Lee Shetterly.

GOAL: to prepare each student to read rigorous nonfiction novel by front-loading historical facts to aid comprehension & align to standards

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

HISTORICAL slides: Please be aware that YOUTUBE LINKS open to a standard warning page which must be clicked to access video.

•Setting slides
-Location facts, photos, maps
-Time period facts, photos and links
-Link to period music
-Links to historical video clips

Please be sure to view the preview and watch the video for detailed images and descriptions of the lesson.

This product is also available in PowerPoint!

Are you struggling to find an engaging bulletin board to celebrate women? Do you want to motivate your students to learn? Then download this Women's History Month Bulletin Board with Timeline and Interactive Posters resource! Well suited for Women's History Month and International Women's Day, this interactive bulletin board features 26 low ink mini-posters containing facts, trivia, historical events, and interactive reflections! As a bonus, you will also receive a handout containing a list of the historical events, fun facts, and reflection prompts. The prompts can be used for conversation starters or writing reflections.

No prep - print on 8.5 X 11 paper and hang!

➟ This resource contains:

• 26 low ink 8.5 X 11 mini-posters
• Title Pages (1 for Women's History Month, 1 International Women's Day, 1 Milestones in Women's History)
• 2 fun Facts posters
• 8 historical events Posters
• 13 interactive reflection posters
• BONUS List of fun facts, historical events, and reflection questions.

➟ Why this resource?

• All you need to decorate for this holiday
• Interactive bulletin board allows students to reflect on their own feelings
• Reflection prompts allow students to think deeper on the subjects of women's historical contributions and perceptions of women

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