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Mind Messers Calendar - September 2011
Mind Messers Calendar - September 2011
Our student & teacher favorite "Mind Messers", one for each day of September 2011! These word puzzles use common terms and phrases to help stimu...
By Cal Bone
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Classification Picture Sort Lesson for ANTLER, BEAR, CANOE  by B.Bowen
Classification Picture Sort Lesson for ANTLER, BEAR, CANOE by B.Bowen
Classification Picture Sort for ANTLER, BEAR, CANOE by Betsy Bowen (PDF) This activity is meant to be used with the book ANTLER, BEAR, CANOE: A ...
By Wise Owl Factory
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Subject: Problem Solving, Reading Level(s): Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd Duration: 2 Days

Group Dynamics-Lost in Wooley Swamp
Group Dynamics-Lost in Wooley Swamp
This is an excercise in prioritizing. The students are given a scenario in which they are lost in a swamp. They must rely on their wits and good ...
By Phillip Wooley
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Subject: Critical Thinking, Gifted and Talented, Problem Solving Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: 40 Minutes

UNITS 1-10 Test Reviews for Grade 1 Everyday Math, (PPt)
UNITS 1-10 Test Reviews for Grade 1 Everyday Math, (PPt)
UNITS 1-10 Test Reviews for Grade 1 Everyday Math, Power Point presentations. See also the Notebook File version of the same lesson for the SMART ...
By Wise Owl Factory
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Subject: Basic Operations, Math, Problem Solving Level(s): 1st, Homeschooler Duration: 1 Year

ENTERTAINING PROBLEM SOLVING (151-175)
ENTERTAINING PROBLEM SOLVING (151-175)
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
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Subject: Math, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Get your priorities straight!
Get your priorities straight!
This is a 1-page outline of a strategic to-do list that uses the IPA Every Day (Identify, Prioritize, Act) method of organization. This will make l...
By Mark Van Steenhuyse
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How Do You Deal With Anger?
How Do You Deal With Anger?
Students identify times they have dealt with anger. This is great for lessons on emotions and anger management....
By Teachmcd
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Subject: Health, Life Skills, Problem Solving Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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Thumbprints & Decimals - Bonusworks - Vol 1 Assign 8
Thumbprints & Decimals - Bonusworks - Vol 1 Assign 8
Assignment 8 of Bonusworks arrives! In the reading section of Bonusworks we discuss thumbprints and basics of genetics. This lesson also has an i...
By Cal Bone
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Subject: Reading, Problem Solving, Math Level(s): 5th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Behavior / Reward Stamp or Punch Cards, Camping Theme
Behavior / Reward Stamp or Punch Cards, Camping Theme
This is a behavior/reward punch card. I use it to support individual students with goals. Each time a student does a positvie action toward the goa...
By Thriftytechteacher
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Subject: Study Skills, Problem Solving, Life Skills Level(s): Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th Duration: Lifelong Tool

Card Matching- Pool Pals
Card Matching- Pool Pals
Themed Card Matching/Memory Matching cards to go with every theme. Play like memory. I have included a label at the end of the boxes Print o...
By Donna Glynn / Kinderglynn
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Subject: Math, OTHER, Problem Solving Level(s): Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st Duration: N/A

Compound Word Puzzle Games: Making Connections
Compound Word Puzzle Games: Making Connections
Dr. Erica Warren, an expert in multi-sensory learning, has created yet another fabulously fun product. These activities assist teachers, learning s...
By Erica Warren
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Subject: English Language Arts, Problem Solving, Reading Level(s): 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Democratic Group Work
Democratic Group Work
This PowerPoint presentation teaches students to view group work as a democratic process. They recognize their rights as a member of a group, as w...
By K. Manzo
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Subject: Character Education, Classroom Management, Problem Solving Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A

Exploring the Future
Exploring the Future
This book addresses basic skills and activities for the futuristic thinker. Activities require some teacher guidance to introduce concepts, for exa...
By Selma School-stuff
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Subject: Gifted and Talented, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th ISBN #: 0-86653-183-1

Spanish Food - Fruit and Vegetable Word Webs
Spanish Food - Fruit and Vegetable Word Webs
This (3) page .pdf document challenges students to connect letters in a "word web" to form the English equivalent of given Spanish vocabulary for f...
By Donna Antovel
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Subject: Vocabulary, Spanish, Problem Solving Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: N/A

Aquarium Logic Puzzle
Aquarium Logic Puzzle
A 4X4 logic puzzle that we did when we were studying sea life....
By Traci Vedros
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Subject: Critical Thinking, Gifted and Talented, Problem Solving Level(s): Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd Duration: 30 Minutes

Inquiry Student Planner
Inquiry Student Planner
This is a basic student planner for Inquiry Based projects. It takes students through all steps of the inquiry process, allows them to organize th...
By Danielle Stinson
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Subject: Critical Thinking, For All Subject Areas, Problem Solving Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th Duration: N/A

RtI Intervention Tracking Form
RtI Intervention Tracking Form
This form can be used to identify a student's area of need, track interventions used, length of time for intervention, pre/post data, notes, and re...
By Kim Holly
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Subject: Reading, Classroom Management, Problem Solving Level(s): Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Staff Duration: N/A

Road Trip Activity
Road Trip Activity
This activity can be used to get your kids to think outside the box while using problem-solving skills. It is designed to be a fun departure from e...
By Trisha Merriman
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Subject: Geography (k-12), Math, Problem Solving Level(s): 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A

Opening Day Activities For 7th and 8th
Opening Day Activities For 7th and 8th
Put together to teach team work. Good lesson for me!...
By Tater
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Subject: Character Education, Life Skills, Problem Solving Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: N/A

Group Roles and Norms
Group Roles and Norms
This worksheet will make your student works in groups successfully. We all too often assign group work but do not offer the tools to the students ...
By Kelly Shewmake
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History of Recycling
History of Recycling
An internet research activity dealing with the history of recycling....
By Sandra Gibbs
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Subject: Earth Sciences, Health, Problem Solving Level(s): 7th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A

Math problem solving and game books
Math problem solving and game books
This is a lot of 4 gently used reproducible books geared to grades 3 through 5. Included are Problem Parade (Dale Seymour Publications), 25 Super-F...
By Fundamentals
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Subject: Math, Problem Solving Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th ISBN #: N/A

IB Design Cycle [2-3 Day] Project/Experiment - Middle Years
IB Design Cycle [2-3 Day] Project/Experiment - Middle Years
This product contains files for a 2-3 day group project to reinforce the Design Cycle which is part of the International Baccalaureate program duri...
By Caroline Morris
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Classroom Management Clip Chart: Fun and Funky Handwriting
Classroom Management Clip Chart: Fun and Funky Handwriting
This clipchart is modeled after Rick Morris's classroom management clip chart. I love this system because it allows students to move up and down th...
By Miss_h
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Subject: Problem Solving, OTHER, Classroom Management Level(s): Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th Duration: N/A

Halloween Picture Sudoku
Halloween Picture Sudoku
Everyone's favorite, Sudoku, but with a Halloween twist. 4 different game boards with cut out pieces to complete each game. Graphics purchased at...
By 1st Grade Teacher
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Subject: Problem Solving, Critical Thinking Level(s): Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd Duration: N/A

Valentine Puzzle Mania
Valentine Puzzle Mania
Please enjoy this special printable Valentine's Day Puzzle Packet. Every week I always have a puzzle center in my classroom, the children love it! ...
By Tiffany Hamilton
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Subject: Valentine's Day, Problem Solving Level(s): Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd Duration: N/A

Kindergarten Engineering
Kindergarten Engineering
This is a combination of teacher made, and teacher found resources that I used as our Engineering unit for the year. Some great projects are listed...
By Kris Szajner
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Subject: Problem Solving Level(s): Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Duration: 1 Year
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Animal Picture Sort Venn Diagram PPt Lesson + Printable PDF
Animal Picture Sort Venn Diagram PPt Lesson + Printable PDF
Animal Picture Sort Venn Diagram Lesson + PDF Printable Pages Power Point See also the Notebook File version of the same lesson for the SMART B...
By Wise Owl Factory
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Subject: English Language Arts, Problem Solving Level(s): Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, Homeschooler Duration: 3 Days

Card Matching- Princess
Card Matching- Princess
Themed Card Matching/Memory Matching cards to go with every theme. Play like memory. I have included a label at the end of the boxes Print o...
By Donna Glynn / Kinderglynn
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Subject: Math, OTHER, Problem Solving Level(s): Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st Duration: N/A

Bullying Assessment - National Health Education Standards
Bullying Assessment - National Health Education Standards
This test will assess your students knowledge on how to deal with bullies. The questions involve verbal, physical, and cyber bulling. Included al...
By Innovative Teacher
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Subject: Problem Solving, Life Skills, Health Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

ENTERTAINING PROBLEM SOLVING (126 - 150)
ENTERTAINING PROBLEM SOLVING (126 - 150)
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
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Subject: Math, Gifted and Talented, Problem Solving Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Hand Out for Parents discussing Discipline Strategies!
Hand Out for Parents discussing Discipline Strategies!
This coincides with a power point that I have offered that gives an insight to parents about different discipline strategies and tips that work!...
By Mrs. S.
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Subject: Classroom Management, OTHER, Problem Solving Level(s): Adult Education Duration: N/A

EmPOWERing Youth, Families and Professionals
EmPOWERing Youth, Families and Professionals
This Power Point addresses what it takes to emPOWER families and professionals that work with youth. It addresses the necessary infrastructure tha...
By Thomas Kidd
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Subject: Problem Solving, Life Skills, Health Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, Homeschooler Duration: 45 Minutes

Problem Solving at Stations
Problem Solving at Stations
This includes two documents to help organize and streamline your centers. One card is a version of the "What to do if you disagree" form but desig...
By Mrs. Monkey
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Subject: Classroom Management, Problem Solving Level(s): Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd Duration: N/A

Card Matching- Science
Card Matching- Science
Themed Card Matching/Memory Matching cards to go with every theme. Play like memory. I have included a label at the end of the boxes Print o...
By Donna Glynn / Kinderglynn
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Subject: Math, OTHER, Problem Solving Level(s): Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st Duration: N/A

A1 Fundraisers  With Tupperware!
A1 Fundraisers With Tupperware!
You have found a strong, successful resource to securing an ONLINE Tupperware fundraiser for your class, school or homeschooling experience that wi...
By Adrienne Gillon
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Card Matching- Movie Style
Card Matching- Movie Style
Themed Card Matching/Memory Matching cards to go with every theme. Play like memory. I have included a label at the end of the boxes Print o...
By Donna Glynn / Kinderglynn
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Subject: Math, OTHER, Problem Solving Level(s): Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st Duration: N/A

Geometry Concepts Summative Project
Geometry Concepts Summative Project
This is a summative assessment geometry project that uses the formulas for area, perimeter, circumference, and volume. Problem solving is a key com...
By Scipi
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Weekly Thought/Question Assignment
Weekly Thought/Question Assignment
Purpose: The purpose of the Thought/Question Assignment is to get you thinking about the material we will be covering in the coming week of labs, l...
By Kimberly Emanuel
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Subject: Study Skills, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Math Facts: A Problem Solving Game
Math Facts: A Problem Solving Game
Creating a classroom that encourages mutual respect and consideration for each other is the goal of great teachers. This activity is designed to bu...
By Edison U. Ratio Smart
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Subject: Basic Operations, Character Education, Problem Solving Level(s): 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: N/A

Animal Analogies
Animal Analogies
Primary analogies to get the little ones thinking! Improve Critical Thinking Skills by using analogies daily in your classroom. ...
By Carey French
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Subject: Reading, Balanced Literacy, Problem Solving Level(s): Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd Duration: N/A

Thinking time (loads of cognitive reasoning slides)
Thinking time (loads of cognitive reasoning slides)
I created 'Thinking Time' last year and now all the classes in my school are using it. There are over 100 slides. This is a brilliant tool to hav...
By Adam Dean
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Dinosaur Printable Activities
Dinosaur Printable Activities
Over 200 printable Dinosaur Activities for children to make and create. Everything you need for your dinosaur theme and more!! Foster childrenâ€...
By Quickcraft
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Corn Color Match Up
Corn Color Match Up
A fun activity that can be done to teach memory recognition and fine motor skills for children who are toddlers to preschool. Can be taught to teac...
By Carmen Gonzalez
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Subject: Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Native Americans Level(s): Pre-K Duration: N/A
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Fun Challenge - Colour:Words
Fun Challenge - Colour:Words
The slides show colour words written in different colours (eg "red" written in yellow). This uses the left:right brain conflict where children hav...
By Barrie James
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Subject: Problem Solving, Life Skills Level(s): 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A

Memory Game Baking or Cafe Theme
Memory Game Baking or Cafe Theme
Download and print this page twice for a memory game. Graphics purchased at www.justsoscrappytoo.com....
By 1st Grade Teacher
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Subject: Problem Solving Level(s): Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd Duration: N/A

Problem Solving (Addition / Subtraction) with Egyptian Theme
Problem Solving (Addition / Subtraction) with Egyptian Theme
This is a problem solving math worksheet for addition and subtraction using an Egytian theme. I was asked to do a model lesson for a first grade te...
By Laurie Westphal
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Subject: Gifted and Talented, Math, Problem Solving Level(s): 1st, 2nd Duration: N/A
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Gingerbread Men Thinking Activities
Gingerbread Men Thinking Activities
This packet includes activities for whole group, small group, centers, and independent practice. The students will use attribute clues to determin...
By Dawn Hilburn
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Subject: Reading, Writing, Problem Solving Level(s): 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th Duration: N/A

Bunny Glyph for Spring or Easter (with questions)
Bunny Glyph for Spring or Easter (with questions)
This is an excellent activity for spring or Easter that requires following directions. This glyph has the children coloring or putting different i...
By Scipi
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Subject: Holidays/Seasonal, Problem Solving, Reading Level(s): 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th Duration: N/A

Problem Solution Tree Graphic Organizer
Problem Solution Tree Graphic Organizer
This is a graphic organizer for problem solving shaped like a tree. At the bottom of the tree is the "root of the problem" and at the top is the "d...
By Happyedugator
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