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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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Science and Social Studies Learning Activities and Experiments | Winter Bundle

By Elementary Matters

Get fun, low prep, high engagement Social Studies and Science activities that are easy for teacher prep and easy on the wallet: save on Bundles!Why use Science and Social Studies Activities: Winter Bundle? Brain research tells us that learners are

Subjects:

Science, Geography, Christmas/ Chanukah/ Kwanzaa

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, Homeschool

Types:

Printables, Lesson

CCSS:

RI.2.1, RI.2.2, RI.2.3, RI.2.4, RI.3.1, RI.3.2, RI.3.3, RI.3.4, SL.2.1, SL.2.1a, SL.2.1b...

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Drawing Holiday Conclusions

By Elementary Matters

These holiday-themed task cards are super fun for the kiddos, based on Christmas and Hanukkah themes, and practice an important reading skill: drawing conclusions!Drawing Conclusions is an important comprehension skill, but the kids will never know

Subjects:

Reading Strategies, Christmas/ Chanukah/ Kwanzaa, Winter

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Centers

CCSS:

RL.1.3, RL.2.3, RL.2.7, RI.1.3, RI.2.6

$3.75

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$Winter Math Stories with Two Part Problems$

Winter Math Stories with Two Part Problems

By Elementary Matters

Practice solving Math story problems, while having some winter fun!Why use Winter Math Stories with Two-Part Problems? Research tells us engagement is essential to learning. These story problem math task cards are fun for the children, and have

Subjects:

Numbers, Word Problems, Winter

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Task Cards, Centers

CCSS:

2.NBT.B.6, 2.OA.A.1

$4.25

$2.00

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$Winter No Prep Printables Sampler - Literacy and Math Fun!$

Winter No Prep Printables Sampler - Literacy and Math Fun!

By Elementary Matters

Looking for some easy prep activities that will keep the kiddos engaged and learning? These Math and Literacy Activities are designed for second graders.Looking for some fun stuff to leave for the kids on a day you'll be out? Looking for something

Subjects:

Balanced Literacy, Math, Winter

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Printables

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, L.1.1, L.1.1b, L.1.1e, L.2.1, L.2.1d...

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$1.00

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Calendar of Fun 2023 Special Days and Fun Celebrations

By Elementary Matters

This calendar has 365 usual, unusual, and quirky holidays to take the doldrums out of the everyday classroom routine. It can be used in the classroom to celebrate these special and unique days. This 2023 calendar goes from November 2022 through

Subjects:

The New Year, For All Subjects

Grades:

Not Grade Specific

Types:

Activities, Printables

$5.50

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Happy New Year 2023 No Prep Activities, Printables, and Worksheets

By Elementary Matters

Here are plenty of fun, engaging activities to make coming back from the break a little easier on the teacher and the students without losing any learning!Why use Happy New Year No Prep Activities 2023 Children are motivated by special days and

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Math, The New Year

Grades:

2^nd, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Printables

CCSS:

2.OA.A.1, 2.OA.B.2, RI.2.1, RF.2.3, RF.2.3a, RF.2.3f, RF.2.4a, W.2.3

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The Nutcracker Story for Visualization, Summarizing, and Illustration

By Elementary Matters

This is one of my very favorite holiday activities! The children listen to music and illustrate a classic holiday story!Why use The Nutcracker Story for Visualization, Summarizing, and Illustration? Brain research tells us that having the children

Subjects:

Music, Literature, Christmas/ Chanukah/ Kwanzaa

Grades:

Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Printables

CCSS:

RL.1.2, RL.1.3, RL.2.2, RL.2.3, RL.3.2, RL.3.3, RL.4.2, RL.4.3

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$Holiday Themed No Prep Activities for Literacy and Math$

Holiday Themed No Prep Activities for Literacy and Math

By Elementary Matters

Looking for some fun holiday activities that will keep the children interested, but still have educational value? Why use Holiday No Prep Activities? Children are motivated by special days and special occasions. These printables have valuable

Subjects:

Balanced Literacy, Math, Christmas/ Chanukah/ Kwanzaa

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Printables

CCSS:

2.OA.A.1, 2.OA.B.2, RI.2.1, RI.2.2, RI.2.3, RI.2.6, RF.2.3, W.2.1

$4.75

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Thank You Cards Including Instruction on How and When to Write Them

By Elementary Matters

These Thank You cards are appropriate for winter holidays, teacher appreciation days, Mother's Day, Father's Day, or any time a Thank you Card is needed!Why use Thank You Notes: Including Instruction on How and When to Write Them? This is a perfect

Subjects:

Balanced Literacy, Writing, Winter

Grades:

Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, Homeschool

Types:

Printables

CCSS:

W.1.2, W.2.1, W.2.2, W.2.3, W.2.5, W.3.1, W.3.1a, W.3.1b, W.3.2b

$5.25

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STEM Activities for December

By Elementary Matters

Are you looking to try some STEM challenges with your primary-aged students? This resource has 3 beginning-level STEM challenges, along with some information on how STEM works.Why use STEM Activities for December? December is a time of year when

Subjects:

Science, Christmas/ Chanukah/ Kwanzaa, Engineering

Grades:

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

Types:

Printables

$4.75

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Winter Verbs Sorting Activity Past, Present, and Future

By Elementary Matters

Looking for some fun verb tense practice with a winter theme? Why use Winter Verbs Sorting Activity: Past, Present, and Future? Research tells us children are drawn to novelty and special occasions. These verbs are all related to winter, making the

Subjects:

Balanced Literacy, Grammar, Winter

Grades:

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

Types:

Games, Centers

CCSS:

L.1.1e, L.2.1d, L.2.1e

$3.75

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Pine Tree Life Cycle Activities, Crafts, and Printables

By Elementary Matters

This resource has several options to examine the life cycle of the pine tree. Students can create a reading booklet or a craft. It has a reading passage, printables, worksheets, and can be used in interactive notebooks. It makes a great research

Subjects:

Science, Environment

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, Homeschool

Types:

Printables, Interactive Notebooks

CCSS:

RI.1.2, RI.1.5, RI.1.6, RI.1.7, RI.2.2, RI.2.5, RI.2.6, RI.2.7, RI.3.2, RI.3.5, RI.3.6...

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Acts of Kindness Holiday Countdown

By Elementary Matters

Here's a unique holiday countdown! It suggests different acts of kindness to be done daily as children count down until the holiday! Christmas is about giving, and what could be more exciting than spending time each day between now and the holidays

Subjects:

Character Education, Christmas/ Chanukah/ Kwanzaa, Classroom Community

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Printables

CCSS:

RF.1.1, RF.2.3, RF.3.3, RF.3.3d, RF.4.3, RF.4.4a, SL.1.1, SL.2.1, SL.3.1, SL.4.1

FREE

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Long Vowels: Hockey Themed BINGO Game

By Elementary Matters

Looking for a fun way to practice reading long vowel words? Do you know some hockey fans?Why use Hat Trick Long Vowels: Hockey Themed BINGO Game? Games are very motivating to young children, especially sports-related games! This means they'll want

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Spelling, Reading Strategies

Grades:

1^st, 2^nd, Homeschool

Types:

Games, Centers

$3.50

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Winter No Prep Activities Bundle

By Elementary Matters

Make your life easier with this bundle of winter activities!Why use Winter No Prep Activities Bundle? This resource will make your life a whole lot easier! Research shows learners are drawn to themes that are important in their lives. This bundle

Subjects:

Balanced Literacy, Math, The New Year

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Printables

CCSS:

2.MD.C.7, 2.NBT.A.1, 2.NBT.A.1a, 2.NBT.A.1b, 2.NBT.A.3, 2.NBT.B.5, 2.OA.A.1, 2.OA.B.2, RL.2.5, RL.2.6, RI.2.1...

$18.75

$10.75

Bundle

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December Holidays True or False Boom Learning Digital Task Cards

By Elementary Matters

Here's a chance to get the children thinking about December holidays, learn about holidays around the world, and have a little fun in the process!Why use December Holidays True or False: Boom Learning Digital Task Cards? Research tells us engagement

Subjects:

Reading, Social Studies - History, Holidays/Seasonal

Grades:

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

Types:

Internet Activities, Task Cards

CCSS:

RL.2.4, RL.3.4, RL.4.4, L.2.4, L.3.4, L.3.5a, L.4.4, L.4.5, L.4.5a, L.4.5b

$3.50

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$Winter No Prep Activities Literacy and Math Fun!$

Winter No Prep Activities Literacy and Math Fun!

By Elementary Matters

Here's a great way to keep the kids engaged without making a lot of extra work for teachers! These printables have a winter theme, and are designed for second graders to practice literacy and math skills.No prep! Just print and go!Looking for some

Subjects:

Balanced Literacy, Math, Winter

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Printables

CCSS:

2.NBT.A.3, 2.OA.A.1, 2.OA.B.2, RL.2.6, RF.2.3a, W.2.2, L.2.3

$4.25

$2.00

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Holiday Fluency Building and Phrase Reading Practice

By Elementary Matters

Looking to build reading fluency, but let the kids enjoy the holiday spirit?Why use Holiday Fluency Practice? Brain research teaches us that adding an element of fun makes the activity stick. The children will enjoy these fun ways to practice

Subjects:

Balanced Literacy, Reading, Christmas/ Chanukah/ Kwanzaa

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Centers

CCSS:

RL.3.1, RF.2.4a, RF.2.4b, RF.2.4c

$4.00

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Winter Life Cycle Bundle: 9 Different Plants and Animals

By Elementary Matters

This resource has several options to examine the life cycle of 3 winter plants and 6 winter animals. Students can create a reading booklet or a craft. Each life cycle collection has a reading passage, printables, worksheets, and can be used in

Subjects:

Science, Biology, General Science

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd

Types:

Activities, Interactive Notebooks, Centers

$32.00

$18.00

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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!

GRADES

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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