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60 Team Building Games and Activities to Build Classroom Community

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This is a set of games and activities designed for ages preschool through adult to help groups learn to work together and build community. These can be used during morning meetings, after-school clubs, and summer camp, and can be adapted to fit many

Subjects:

Life Skills, Classroom Community, Social Emotional Learning

Grades:

1^st, 3^rd, 5^th, 11^th

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Activities, Games

$12.50

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Reading Two and Three Syllable Words

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Reading multisyllabic words helps children become more fluent, and fluency increases comprehension. These lists can be used for practice or for word sorts. This resource has seven word lists: three lists for 2-syllable words and four lists for

Subjects:

Balanced Literacy, Reading, Vocabulary

Grades:

1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, Homeschool

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Activities, Printables, Centers

CCSS:

RF.1.2, RF.1.2a, RF.1.2b, RF.2.3, RF.2.3a, RF.2.3b, RF.2.3c, RF.3.3, RF.3.3c, RF.3.4, RF.4.3...

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Frog Life Cycle Activities, Crafts, and Printables

By Elementary Matters

Children are fascinated by frogs! Why not let that interest lead to a study of life cycles? This collection is a great start for research projects or simply a fun way to learn about frogs! It's easy to differentiate for instructional level as well

Subjects:

Science, Summer, End of Year

Grades:

1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Centers

CCSS:

RI.1.2, RI.2.2

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Cuisenaire Rods Making Mathematicians Hands-On with Manipulatives Bundle

By Elementary Matters

Do you have a tub of Cuisenaire Rods in your classroom and don't know what to do with them? This is the perfect bundle for your beginning mathematicians!Why use Cuisenaire Rods Making Mathematicians with Manipulatives Bundle? Cuisenaire Rods are

Subjects:

Basic Operations, Numbers, Mental Math

Grades:

Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Printables, Centers

CCSS:

1.OA.A.1, 1.OA.B.3, 1.OA.B.4, 1.OA.C.5, 1.OA.C.6, 1.OA.D.7, 1.OA.D.8, 2.OA.A.1, 2.OA.B.2, 2.OA.C.3

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Just or Unjust? - Fair or Unfair? a Civics Sorting Activity

By Elementary Matters

Get kids thinking outside the box and think about justice, acceptance, and diversity by having your students determine what they think is just. Why use Just or Unjust - A Civics Sorting Activity? Children need to learn to think for themselves

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, Civics, Government

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Printables, Centers

CCSS:

SL.2.1, SL.2.1a, SL.2.1b, SL.2.1c

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Producer or Consumer: An Economics Sorting Game for Primary Students

By Elementary Matters

This will help you out with one of the beginning concepts of Economics: Consumers and Producers.This is a Social Studies sorting game to practice the vocabulary "consumer" and "producer." Children will sort the 16 task cards onto the apples that

Subjects:

Economics , Autumn

Grades:

1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th

Types:

Activities, Games

CCSS:

SL.1.1, SL.1.1a, SL.1.1b, SL.1.1c, SL.2.1, SL.2.1a, SL.2.1b, SL.2.1c, SL.3.1, SL.3.1a, SL.3.1b...

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Making Mathematicians Hands-On with Cuisenaire Rods Big Bundle 7 Resources!

By Elementary Matters

Do you have a tub of Cuisenaire Rods in your classroom and don't know what to do with them? This is the perfect bundle for your beginning mathematicians!Why use Making Mathematicians Cuisenaire Rods Hands-On Big Bundle 7 Resources? Cuisenaire Rods

Subjects:

Math, Basic Operations, Place Value

Grades:

1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Task Cards

CCSS:

1.NBT.B.2, 1.NBT.B.2a, 1.OA.A.1, 1.OA.B.3, 1.OA.B.4, 1.OA.C.5, 1.OA.C.6, 1.OA.D.7, 1.OA.D.8, 2.OA.A.1, 2.OA.B.2...

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Spring Science Experiments and Social Studies Activities - Ready to Go!

By Elementary Matters

Three months' worth of Science and Social Studies activities for second grade!Isn’t it tough to find time for Science and Social Studies?I developed these activities to make it easier to squeeze these important subjects into my second-grade

Subjects:

Science, Geography, Informational Text

Grades:

1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, Homeschool

Types:

Printables

CCSS:

RI.2.1, RI.2.2, RI.2.3, RI.2.4, RI.2.5, RI.2.6

$24.00

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Phonics Review for Second and Third Grade Task Cards

By Elementary Matters

These review task cards are perfect for reviewing important subject matter at any point during the school year. They are designed for second and third-graders.Why use Task Cards for Second and Third Grade Phonics? Research tells us that children

Subjects:

Spelling, Reading Strategies

Grades:

1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Games

CCSS:

RF.1.2a, RF.1.3c, RF.2.3a, RF.2.3c

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Building Number Sense Hands-On with Cuisenaire Rods

By Elementary Matters

Many children come to school without basic Number Sense. Here are some activities to do with Cuisenaire Rods that help develop their sense of number, in a fun way!Why use Building Number Sense Hands-On with Cuisenaire Rods? Children LOVE Cuisenaire

Subjects:

Basic Operations, Numbers, Mental Math

Grades:

Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Printables, Centers

CCSS:

1.OA.A.1, 1.OA.A.2, 1.OA.B.3, 1.OA.B.4, 2.OA.A.1, 2.OA.B.2

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Contractions, Possessives, and Plurals When do I Use an Apostrophe?

By Elementary Matters

Do your students put an apostrophe in every word ending in s? This resource has a few tricks to help them remember when to use the punctuation (possessives and contractions) and when NOT to use it (plurals). Why use Contractions and Possessives When

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Grammar, Vocabulary

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Internet Activities, Centers

CCSS:

L.1.2, L.2.2c, L.3.2, L.3.2d, L.4.2

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Fact Fluency System for Addition and Subtraction: The Bundle

By Elementary Matters

This is part of a foolproof system for helping students develop fact fluency. It is research-based and developed based on how the brain learns.I've used this system for Addition and Subtraction Fact Fluency for years and it's absolutely infallible!

Subjects:

Basic Operations, Word Problems

Grades:

1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, Homeschool

Types:

Assessment, Flash Cards, Games

CCSS:

1.OA.C.5, 1.OA.C.6, 2.OA.B.2

$51.75

$29.25

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Number Grid to 1000

By Elementary Matters

Do your students have a concept of what 1,000 is?You can display the numbers from 0 to 1,000 all in one unit. This helps the children understand the concept of 1,000, since they can see it clearly. I've made this file more "brain-compatible" by

Subjects:

Numbers

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, Homeschool

Types:

Bulletin Board Ideas, Centers

CCSS:

2.NBT.A.2, 2.NBT.A.3

$3.00

$1.00

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Reading Multisyllable Nonsense Words Practice Camping Theme

By Elementary Matters

This fun game is an excellent way for the students to practice reading multi-syllable nonsense words. Help your growing readers learn to "sound out" longer words by practicing the 6 syllable types. Students will encounter words they don't know for

Subjects:

Balanced Literacy, Spelling, Reading Strategies

Grades:

1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, Homeschool

Types:

Games, Centers

CCSS:

RF.1.2, RF.1.2a, RF.2.3, RF.2.3a, RF.2.3b, RF.2.3c, RF.3.3, RF.3.3c, RF.4.3, RF.4.3a

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Starring Kindness Reader's Theater With a Twist!

By Elementary Matters

Trying to squeeze some social skills and some fun into an already-packed school day? Try these Reader's Theater scripts with a fun twist: the children solve the problems presented and complete the story!Why use Starring Kindness? It’s tough to find

Subjects:

Reading, Drama, Character Education

Grades:

1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, Homeschool

Types:

Scripts, Centers

CCSS:

RF.2.3, RF.2.3f, RF.2.4, RF.2.4a, RF.2.4b, RF.2.4c, RF.3.3, RF.3.4, RF.3.4a, RF.3.4b, RF.3.4c...

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December Science and Social Studies Activities

By Elementary Matters

Looking for some valuable Science and Social Studies activities that are also valuable learning activities, and provide seasonal fun for the students?Why use Science and Social Studies Activities for December? Brain research tells us that learners

Subjects:

Science, Geography, Christmas/ Chanukah/ Kwanzaa

Grades:

1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, Homeschool

Types:

Printables, Lesson

CCSS:

RI.2.1, RI.2.2, W.2.1, W.2.2, W.2.3

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Starring Character: A Reader's Theater Bundle with a Twist!

By Elementary Matters

Trying to squeeze some social skills and some fun into an already packed school day? These plays help build reading fluency, oral speaking, reading comprehension, prediction, as well as building social skills and group dynamics! Plus, the children

Subjects:

Reading, Drama, Character Education

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th

Types:

Scripts, Centers

CCSS:

RL.2.3, RL.2.6, RL.3.3, RL.3.6, W.2.8, W.3.8, SL.2.1, SL.2.1a, SL.2.1b, SL.3.1, SL.3.1a...

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$St. Patrick's Day Math Story Problems Sampler$

St. Patrick's Day Math Story Problems Sampler

By Elementary Matters

Don't the kids find math more fun when it's related to a holiday?Why use St. Patrick's Day Math Story Problems Sampler? Brain research tells us that children are more inclined to become engaged when the learning is fun. These story problems have a

Subjects:

Basic Operations, Word Problems, St. Patrick's Day

Grades:

1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, Homeschool

Types:

Printables, Centers

CCSS:

2.OA.A.1

$3.00

$2.00

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Figurative Language Super Hero Matching Game!

By Elementary Matters

Figurative Language is all around us, and it isn't easy for the children to figure it out. This game will help them understand those silly phrases... with 2 ways to play!Figurative language refers to words, and groups of words, that exaggerate or

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Vocabulary, Reading Strategies

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, Homeschool

Types:

Games, Centers

CCSS:

L.3.5

$4.75

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Figurative Language for Visualization and Illustration

By Elementary Matters

Figurative language refers to words, and groups of words, that exaggerate or alter the usual meanings of the component words. Figurative Language includes simile, metaphor, personification, alliteration, onomatopoeia, idioms, and cliches. Why use

Subjects:

Balanced Literacy, Vocabulary, Literature

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Centers

CCSS:

RL.1.4, RL.2.4, RL.3.4, RL.4.4, L.1.5, L.2.5, L.3.5, L.3.5a, L.4.5, L.4.5a, L.4.5b

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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

I am a very experienced teacher who is fascinated by how the brain learns. I have a Master of Education degree in Creative Arts in Learning, which is the perfect compliment! My resources reflect years of studying brain research, the arts, and 40 years of teaching experience. I've got a lot of tricks up my sleeve!

MY TEACHING STYLE

I have done much studying of recent brain research and brain-based learning, and look for ways to include proven methods into my teaching. My activities are typically social, fun, and give children an opportunity to think and create. These all promote learning! I bring experience as well as a passion for learning into my resources and my classroom.

HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT

My students have given me many awards! :)

MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

I have a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education with a focus on reading from Plymouth University in Plymouth, NH . I have a Master of Education degree in Creative Arts in Learning from Lesley University in Cambridge, Mass.

ADDITIONAL BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION

Besides 40 years of teaching, I also have extensive training and in musical theatre, dance and voice. Being from the Boston area, I can't help but be a fan of Boston sports, especially the Red Sox!

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PreK, Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 11^th, Homeschool, Not Grade Specific

SUBJECTS

English Language Arts, Balanced Literacy, Creative Writing, Reading, Grammar, Spelling, Vocabulary, Specialty, Math, Applied Math, Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Fractions, Geometry, Graphing, Measurement, Numbers, Other (Math), Science, Basic Principles, Biology, Earth Sciences, Environment, Social Studies - History, Civics, Elections - Voting, Government, U.S. History, Arts & Music, Music, Drama, Health, Math Test Prep, Canadian History, Geography, Life Skills, Gifted and Talented, Critical Thinking, For All Subject Areas, Literature, Classroom Management, Economics , Character Education, Word Problems, Study Skills, General Science, Physical Science, Problem Solving, Writing, Oral Communication, Reading Strategies, Holidays/Seasonal, Back to School, Thanksgiving, Christmas/ Chanukah/ Kwanzaa, Poetry, Autumn, Mental Math, Halloween, Winter, The New Year, Valentine's Day, Presidents' Day, Black History Month, St. Patrick's Day, Easter, Spring, Place Value, Earth Day, For All Subjects, Summer, Informational Text, Handwriting, Test Preparation, End of Year, Engineering, Phonics, Women's History Month, Classroom Community, Social Emotional Learning

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