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Compound Machines Project
Compound Machines Project
As a culminating project for my simple machines unit, the students create a compound machine using this project guide. The students are given the ...
By Jennifer Maschari
$3.00
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4.0
Subject: Physics, General Science, Critical Thinking Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, Homeschooler Duration: 1 Month

FREE 2 Would You Rather Question Response Templates
FREE 2 Would You Rather Question Response Templates
Here are two ways to have your students respond in writing to any Would You Rather Question. The document is in MS Word so that you can use any que...
By Rachel Lynette
FREE
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PROBLEM SOLVING ACTIVITIES (26 - 50)
PROBLEM SOLVING ACTIVITIES (26 - 50)
Problem solving activities for teachers, students and parents. A total of 25 pages of challenging activities for your students. Use these for that ...
By Edward Gullan
$3.00
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Subject: Math, Critical Thinking, Gifted and Talented Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Leap Year Literacy Centers
Leap Year Literacy Centers
It's Leap Year! Use the extra day to practice literacy skills in your centers. Included are letters for manipulation, an idea for an anchor chart...
By Barbara Evans
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Subject: Balanced Literacy, Vocabulary, Critical Thinking Level(s): 1st, 2nd, 3rd Duration: 1 hour

From Every Direction--A California Story
From Every Direction--A California Story
From Every Direction--A California Story is a five-part unit on the settlement of California by various cultural groups: Native American, Spanish/...
By Jon Dowty
$9.99 $7.99
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Subject: Literature, U.S. History, Critical Thinking Level(s): 4th, Homeschooler Duration: 1 Year

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Language Arts: Personal Collage Present Project
Language Arts: Personal Collage Present Project
This one slide posting gives directions for students to make a personal collage using the first letter of their first name. Using pictures, photos,...
By Connie
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Subject: English Language Arts, Christmas/Chanukah/Kwanzaa, Critical Thinking Level(s): 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 90 Minutes

Spaghetti Bridge Contest
Spaghetti Bridge Contest
This is a fun contest in which the students begin by doing research on famous bridges around the world. They use this knowledge to construct a pas...
By Phillip Wooley
$0.25
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4.0
Subject: Critical Thinking, Gifted and Talented, Problem Solving Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: 1 Week

Literature Worksheets & Graphic Organizers Freebie
Literature Worksheets & Graphic Organizers Freebie
These standards-based characterization freebies are from my bundled product titled, Literary Terms Worksheets & Graphic Organizers: 17 Literary Ter...
By Litteacher
FREE
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4.0
Subject: Critical Thinking, EFL - ESL - ELD, English Language Arts Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A

Pollution Think Sheets/ Food Chain Effects
Pollution Think Sheets/ Food Chain Effects
13 Think Sheets on How Pollution Effects our Environment and Food Chain. Designed to be used with fourth graders. Allow students to partner and bra...
By Mrs. Browning
$2.00 $1.00
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Subject: Critical Thinking, Earth Sciences, Science Level(s): 4th, 5th Duration: N/A

Halloween Hink Pinks, Hinky Pinkies, & Hinkity Pinkities
Halloween Hink Pinks, Hinky Pinkies, & Hinkity Pinkities
Add some fun to the Halloween season. Give your class the opportunity to work on vocabulary, parts of speech, synonyms, rimes, making inferences a...
By Barbara Evans
$2.80
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4.0
Subject: Halloween, Critical Thinking, Vocabulary Level(s): 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, Homeschooler Duration: 1 Month

6 Winter Activities keep students ENGAGED Christmas holiday
6 Winter Activities keep students ENGAGED Christmas holiday
The weeks before winter break are always an antsy time for students...and teachers! Sometimes you need to keep students busy for a while, but the p...
By Anna Colley
$5.00
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4.0
Subject: Critical Thinking, Math, Christmas/Chanukah/Kwanzaa Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th Duration: N/A

Sherlock Holmes: Critical Thinking and Reading PowerPoint
Sherlock Holmes: Critical Thinking and Reading PowerPoint
Get your students to read, write and think critically with this powerful PowerPoint presentation! This PowerPoint has a detective theme, drawing a ...
By Powerpoint Guru
$4.50
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FREE Thanksgiving Would You Rather Questions for Kids
FREE Thanksgiving Would You Rather Questions for Kids
Here is a set of 20 Would you Rather Questions about Thanksgiving. Great for discussion starters, class polls and journal prompts. Thanks for l...
By Rachel Lynette
FREE
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Subject: Critical Thinking, Thanksgiving, Holidays/Seasonal Level(s): 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Name Numbers Worksheet -Fun Activity Combines Words and Math
Name Numbers Worksheet -Fun Activity Combines Words and Math
These two worksheets combine language and math to challenge your students to find a number value for their own names as well as other words. Great...
By Rachel Lynette
$1.00
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Subject: Critical Thinking, Gifted and Talented, Math Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

FREE Creative,
FREE Creative, "What are You Thankful For?" Worksheets
I will be posting about fifteen FREE Holiday activities between now and mid-December, so be sure and check My Store often. Go beyond, "What are...
By Rachel Lynette
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Subject: Critical Thinking, Holidays/Seasonal, Thanksgiving Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Fact or Opinion Game
Fact or Opinion Game
This game is modeled after Fact or Crap. Students race to see who is first to determine if a statement if a fact or an opinion. Students win poin...
By Erin Killian
$1.00
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Subject: Balanced Literacy, Critical Thinking, Reading Level(s): 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Duration: N/A

FREE Thanksgiving Analogies Worksheet
FREE Thanksgiving Analogies Worksheet
Enough with the hand turkeys. Get your kids to use their brains with these fun analogies. Thanks for looking!...
By Rachel Lynette
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3.9
Subject: Critical Thinking, Holidays/Seasonal, Thanksgiving Level(s): 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th Duration: N/A

Creative & Critical Thinking Skills #2 16 More Fun Worksheets!
Creative & Critical Thinking Skills #2 16 More Fun Worksheets!
Here is a set of 16 worksheets (with answer keys) designed to facilitate critical and creative thinking in your students. Students will need to use...
By Rachel Lynette
$3.75
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Subject: Critical Thinking, English Language Arts, Gifted and Talented Level(s): 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, Homeschooler Duration: Lifelong Tool

3 FREE  Math Enrichment Worksheets!
3 FREE Math Enrichment Worksheets!
Here are three free ready-to-use math worksheets to use with your students. These go beyond simple computation and require students to use their hi...
By Rachel Lynette
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Subject: Math, Arithmetic, Critical Thinking Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Winter/January Unit:  Learning in a Winter Wonderland
Winter/January Unit: Learning in a Winter Wonderland
Have the winter blues got you down? Are you looking for some great winter-themed lessons and resources to accentuate your winter instruction and i...
By Shannon Bryant's Brain Train
$6.00
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Subject: Winter, Gifted and Talented, Critical Thinking Level(s): 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

"Menu" Activity For Any Class Novel or Independent Novel
This easy to follow "menu" gives kids categories from which they can choose their own activities within each of those categories. There are three ...
By Kimberly's Ideas
$2.00
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Math Games in a Bag
Math Games in a Bag
This is a set of 10 math, logic, and strategy games that are based on ancient or classic board games. The games are miniature in size and are desi...
By Rebecca Bettis
$2.00
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3.9
Subject: Ancient History, Critical Thinking, Math Level(s): 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

The Crucible Essay Topics
The Crucible Essay Topics
This product now offers students TEN topics to choose from so they can express their understanding of The Crucible in writing. Some of the topics a...
By Connie
$0.50
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3.9
Subject: Expository Writing, Literature, Critical Thinking Level(s): 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 1 Week

12 Angry Men Brief Multiple Choice Test (Reasonable Doubt; Racism)
12 Angry Men Brief Multiple Choice Test (Reasonable Doubt; Racism)
From the movie or play of Reginald Rose's "12 Angry Men." 10 multiple choice questions on 2 pages; the third page is the answer key. This one's on ...
By Keith Davis
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3.9

Free Book vs. Movie Worksheet.
Free Book vs. Movie Worksheet.
Use this worksheet after you have read the book and then seen the movie version. Great for comparing and contrasting and thinking critically about ...
By Rachel Lynette
FREE
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3.9
Subject: Critical Thinking, English Language Arts, Literature Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Visual Illusions
Visual Illusions
Here are some interesting visual images that make interesting discussion and writing topics. These were collected from the internet. Baggetta...
By Albert Baggetta
$2.00
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3.9

MVPs in Math- Common Core Mathematical Practices
MVPs in Math- Common Core Mathematical Practices
Be sure to follow our store for updates and new products! MVP's in Math focus on the "Most Valuable Practices"-the eight Mathematical Practices ...
By Math & Science With Tlc
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Subject: Math, Word Problems, Critical Thinking Level(s): 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: 1 Year

Fire Safety Puzzle Set
Fire Safety Puzzle Set
Easy 6 piece puzzle sets related to fire safety. Includes 16 full page puzzles...
By Classroom Printables
$3.50
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3.9

Cute Kids Memory Game
Cute Kids Memory Game
A simple game of memory....
By Teaching My 3
FREE
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3.9
Subject: Other (Math), Critical Thinking Level(s): Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Critical Thinking for Teachers and Students
Critical Thinking for Teachers and Students
This is a professional development that has notes which can be used for self-study or in a group setting. Please give the author credit if used....
By Deborah Kittredge
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"Big Ideas About Leadership" Handout / Poster
This PDF digital handout / poster presents the following "big ideas" about leadership ... 1. Every moment matters. What you observe intently and...
By Derrick Brown
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3.9

Teach the Teacher Day--Free Project!
Teach the Teacher Day--Free Project!
This is an activity I use at the end of the year. This is a handout for students explaining the project. Students choose any topic of their choic...
By Teacherteacher
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3.9
Subject: Critical Thinking, For All Subject Areas Level(s): 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A

Veteran's Day Sudoku
Veteran's Day Sudoku
This critical thinking puzzle is great for use with your primary students. This is a great way to celebrate Veteran's Day! See my book Simply Sensa...
By Shannon Bryant's Brain Train
$1.00
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3.9
Subject: Math, Critical Thinking, Gifted and Talented Level(s): Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd Duration: N/A

FREE Visual Word Puzzles (Frame Games)
FREE Visual Word Puzzles (Frame Games)
Fun lateral thinking activity - Now in color with answer key! Get more Visual Word Puzzles here Visual Word Puzzles Rachel Lynette...
By Rachel Lynette
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3.8

Alice investigates Wonderland
Alice investigates Wonderland
Take your class on an interactive tour with Alice as you develop "How Science Works". This introduces 3 testable investigations on forces, dissolvi...
By Oddball Science
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3.8
Subject: General Science, Science, Critical Thinking Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th Duration: N/A

How To Make A WebQuest
How To Make A WebQuest
Many teachers are looking for an easy, and well-put-together, lesson that integrates technology. A famous movement in incorporating technology int...
By Kimberly's Ideas
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Vocabulary Word Work Triangles Brain Based Classification Activity
Vocabulary Word Work Triangles Brain Based Classification Activity
This activity inspires students to read, comprehend meaning, and categorize groups of words. There are 10 different worksheets which cover a variet...
By Bissy
$2.00
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3.8
Subject: Critical Thinking, Reading, Vocabulary Level(s): 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Making Inferences: a Fun and Easy Way to Practice Implied Meaning
Making Inferences: a Fun and Easy Way to Practice Implied Meaning
The purpose of this workbook is two fold. On the one hand, fun, multisensory activities help students understand and master the complexities of inf...
By Erica Warren
$15.99
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3.8
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How am I Doing? Student Self Reflection Log
How am I Doing? Student Self Reflection Log
Self-reflection is the key to effective goal setting, community building and classroom management. Create a simple bound book Foldable® which stud...
By Donna And Rebecca
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3.8
Subject: Character Education, Classroom Management, Critical Thinking Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: N/A

A 'Read and Do' Fun-filled Assessment
A 'Read and Do' Fun-filled Assessment
Do you get frustrated at the students who don't listen and/or don't take time to carefully read instructions? Well this is the perfect short, sharp...
By Gibbuk
$1.50
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3.8
Subject: Study Skills, Life Skills, Critical Thinking Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: Lifelong Tool

Fact/Opinion Practice
Fact/Opinion Practice
This practice test will introduce fact and opinion to students in a fun and interesting way through the story of outdated and outrageous laws from ...
By Kristina Nero
FREE
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3.8
Subject: English Language Arts, Reading, Critical Thinking Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, Homeschooler Duration: 30 Minutes

Free Symmetry Game: Guess my Grid
Free Symmetry Game: Guess my Grid
This is a great game to play in partners or with the whole class. Instructions included. You can get more ideas on how to use this game here: ...
By Rachel Lynette
FREE
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3.8
Subject: Critical Thinking, Graphing, Math Level(s): 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Quick Exit Tickets for Wrapping Up Your Lesson
Quick Exit Tickets for Wrapping Up Your Lesson
In an effort to conserve paper, but still make the smaller pieces easy to handle because of their universal size, there are six tickets on one page...
By Laurie Westphal
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3.8
Subject: For All Subject Areas, Critical Thinking Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th Duration: Other
Type: Activities

Character Education Visual Dictionary (FREE DOWNLOAD)
Character Education Visual Dictionary (FREE DOWNLOAD)
Maturity is achieved when your character and personality complement and illustrate a loving heart. This FREE character education visual dictiona...
By Derrick Brown
FREE
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3.8

Silly Monster Sudoku
Silly Monster Sudoku
This Sudoku is great for use with primary students to improve their deductive reasoning and critical thinking! Great for use at Halloween or any t...
By Shannon Bryant's Brain Train
$1.00
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3.8
Subject: Critical Thinking, Gifted and Talented, Math Level(s): Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd Duration: N/A

Body Language Powerpoint Presentation
Body Language Powerpoint Presentation
Checks student's understanding of body language and how so much communication is nonverbal. Also includes a lengthy presentation on how body langu...
By Alex Mauldin
$2.00
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3.7

Reading Response Bookmarks
Reading Response Bookmarks
Teach kids active reading skills (ask questions, predict, summarize, clarify, synthesize) using these bookmarks. These bookmarks come ready to pri...
By Ms. D
$0.50
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3.7
Subject: Critical Thinking, Reading Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Sequencing Lesson and Activity to Use with Recipe Cards
Sequencing Lesson and Activity to Use with Recipe Cards
This Learning Focused based lesson plan focuses on "How are following directions and sequencing events related?" Activating strategy, lesson plan, ...
By Happyedugator
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3.7
Subject: Life Skills, English Language Arts, Critical Thinking Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, Homeschooler Duration: 45 Minutes

Roman Empire - Fall of an Empire PBL Unit
Roman Empire - Fall of an Empire PBL Unit
Start off the year in World Geography with Project-Based Learning! Working in small teams, students will investigate the causes for why establishe...
By Monica Lukins
$5.00
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3.7
Subject: Critical Thinking, World History, Social Studies - History Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th Duration: 2 Weeks

Philosophical Response: Thoreau
Philosophical Response: Thoreau
This short writing activity asks students to respond to a quote and guided questions about the quote. The assignment calls for 300-500 words of wri...
By Dr. Broome
$1.00
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3.7