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This fall-themed project-based learning activity lets students "adopt" and care for their own scarecrow while practicing real-world skills like writing, reading comprehension, math, and collaboration. Students complete a simulated adoption process that includes scarecrow picture cards, adoption applications, themed shopping lists, interviews, writing activities, and adoption certificates.
With a cozy autumn feel and lots of classroom display extras (like bunting, lettering, and adoption step visuals), this resource is perfect for October or November PBL, fall centers, or low-prep Thanksgiving activities. Easy to implement and reusable year after year!
CONTENTS:
- Project Prep - Step-by-step instructions on how to prepare for the project.
- Teacher Directions – Step-by-step guide on how to implement the project in your classroom.
- Picture Cards (Color & Black-and-White) – Printable scarecrow cards for students to choose and color their adopted friend.
- Adoption Application – A fun, fill-in-the-blank form where students provide reasons they would make great caretakers.
- Care Research Pages – Informational passages and comprehension questions about how to "care" for a scarecrow.
- Supply Catalog – A themed catalog with items for students to "shop" for their new friend's needs (feed, shelter, toys).
- Shopping List & Receipts – Printable lists and receipts where students total their purchases.
- Opinion Letter Writing Pages – Draft and final pages for students to write an opinion letter to Scarecrow Rescue explaining why they would make great owners.
- Interview Questions – A list of interview questions for students to ask each other about their care plans.
- Interview Best Practices Guide – A helpful guide for students on how to conduct successful interviews.
- Adoption Certificate – A printable certificate for students to celebrate their successful adoption.
- Project Checklist – A helpful checklist to track progress throughout the project.
- Black and White Option for ink saving
- Bunting and Lettering ("Adoption Time") along with visual guides outlining the steps students need to take (2 versions) – Decorative materials designed to create a functional classroom display for this activity.
Please email me at itsclementines@gmail.com if you have any questions or need assistance.
Copyright © Cute Little Learners
Permission to copy for single classroom use only.
Adopt a Scarecrow, Project Based Learning, Fall Themed PBL Activity
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Description
This fall-themed project-based learning activity lets students "adopt" and care for their own scarecrow while practicing real-world skills like writing, reading comprehension, math, and collaboration. Students complete a simulated adoption process that includes scarecrow picture cards, adoption applications, themed shopping lists, interviews, writing activities, and adoption certificates.
With a cozy autumn feel and lots of classroom display extras (like bunting, lettering, and adoption step visuals), this resource is perfect for October or November PBL, fall centers, or low-prep Thanksgiving activities. Easy to implement and reusable year after year!
CONTENTS:
- Project Prep - Step-by-step instructions on how to prepare for the project.
- Teacher Directions – Step-by-step guide on how to implement the project in your classroom.
- Picture Cards (Color & Black-and-White) – Printable scarecrow cards for students to choose and color their adopted friend.
- Adoption Application – A fun, fill-in-the-blank form where students provide reasons they would make great caretakers.
- Care Research Pages – Informational passages and comprehension questions about how to "care" for a scarecrow.
- Supply Catalog – A themed catalog with items for students to "shop" for their new friend's needs (feed, shelter, toys).
- Shopping List & Receipts – Printable lists and receipts where students total their purchases.
- Opinion Letter Writing Pages – Draft and final pages for students to write an opinion letter to Scarecrow Rescue explaining why they would make great owners.
- Interview Questions – A list of interview questions for students to ask each other about their care plans.
- Interview Best Practices Guide – A helpful guide for students on how to conduct successful interviews.
- Adoption Certificate – A printable certificate for students to celebrate their successful adoption.
- Project Checklist – A helpful checklist to track progress throughout the project.
- Black and White Option for ink saving
- Bunting and Lettering ("Adoption Time") along with visual guides outlining the steps students need to take (2 versions) – Decorative materials designed to create a functional classroom display for this activity.
Please email me at itsclementines@gmail.com if you have any questions or need assistance.
Copyright © Cute Little Learners
Permission to copy for single classroom use only.
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That sounds like so much fun. I love the idea of using mini pumpkins and letting them adopt their scarecrows. I am so glad your students had a great time with it. Thank you so much for sharing and for leaving a review.
Ahh I love hearing that! Your excitement totally made me smile. I hope your kiddos have a blast with it—sounds like such a fun class! Thanks so much for the kind words!
