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Beta Club Service Learning Project Outline/Proposal
Hello Betas! Use this brochure template to have your students create a proposal or outline for a service learning project. This product is editable on Canva, which is free for educators and students. General Ed teachers: this could be a great SEL resource for you as well!
Not Specific
Social Emotional Learning
Sewing Project Log
You‘ve learned to sew. Now it’s time to create purposefully. This pdf log will help you reminder your patterns and how you created them. You’ll be able to look back and make changes to your project when needed.
Not Specific
Art, Other (Arts)
Independent Study Proposal Form: Quick 2 Per Page Printable
Use this quick form for students who are engaged in independent study time, to submit their topic proposal prior to getting ready for independent research. Perfect for early finishers or gifted students who have already learned a concept and can move onto another choice project to build self-efficacy.
3rd - 8th
Literature, Reading
The Map That Led Nowhere – A Story About Growth, Learning, and True Treasures
The Map That Led Nowhere – A Story About Growth, Learning, and Life’s True TreasuresHelp your students discover the power of learning through experience with this inspiring SEL story: “The Map That Led Nowhere – Sometimes the Journey Is the Lesson.”This meaningful story teaches children that not every success comes with a prize, and that growth often happens along the way. Perfect for Grades 3–6, it encourages reflection, empathy, and resilience. What’s Included: ✅ Original illustrated sto
3rd - 6th
Close Reading, Informational Text, Library Skills
Middle School Case Study Community Dilemma & Evidence-Based Argument Writing
The City of Sugarland, New Jersey owns a vacant, city-owned lot near downtown. The space has been empty for years, and community members have different ideas about how it should be used. City leaders must now decide how to move forward while considering cost, community needs, long-term impact, and public opinion. You have been selected to serve as a Community Advisory Committee, responsible for reviewing evidence and making a recommendation. The Vacant Community Lot Dilemma is a real-world case
6th - 8th
Character Education, Reading, Writing-Essays
CCSS
RI.6.1
, RI.7.1
, RI.8.1
+3
Middle School Case Study Community Dilemma 2 & Evidence-Based Argument Writing
The City of Sugarland, New Jersey is considering whether to introduce shared electric bikes (e-bikes) and electric scooters for community use. Supporters believe these devices could offer flexible transportation and reduce car traffic for short trips. Others are concerned about safety, infrastructure, cost, and enforcement. City leaders must now decide how to move forward. You have been selected to serve on a Community Advisory Committee, responsible for reviewing evidence and making a recommend
6th - 8th
Character Education, Reading, Writing-Essays
CCSS
RI.6.1
, RI.7.1
, RI.8.1
+3
Robert Page, the Father of Radar
Robert Page was a physicist and a pioneering "Hidden Hero" whose work at the Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) gave the United States a massive technological edge. He is often called the "Father of U.S. Radar" because he solved the critical problem of how to make radar practical for actual combat.+1 The Problem: The "Wall of Silence"In the early 1930s, the concept of using radio waves to detect objects was known, but the technology was "blind." Scientists could send out a radio signal, but they c
4th - 9th
General Science, Informational Text, Reading
CCSS
RI.4.1
, RI.4.2
, RI.4.3
+1
Also included in: The Hidden Heroes Mega Bundle
The Bridge That Bent But Didn’t Break – A Story of Resilience and Strength
The Bridge That Bent But Didn’t Break – A Story of Resilience and StrengthHelp your students discover the true meaning of resilience with this heartwarming story, The Bridge That Bent But Didn’t Break. Through the journey of a brave little bridge who survives a storm, children learn that challenges can make them stronger when they stay flexible, patient, and hopeful. Perfect for Grades 2–5, this printable SEL story resource teaches perseverance and emotional strength in a gentle, inspiring wa
2nd - 5th
Library Skills, Literature, Sight Words
The Pencil Who Made Mistakes – A Growth Mindset Story
The Pencil Who Made Mistakes – A Growth Mindset Story About Learning from ImperfectionHelp your students embrace learning and let go of perfectionism with this inspiring SEL story, The Pencil Who Made Mistakes.This beautifully written short story teaches children that mistakes are part of progress—and that every eraser mark means they’re growing. Perfect for Grades 1–4, it encourages self-confidence, resilience, and a love of learning. What’s Included: ✅ Printable illustrated story ✅ 5 refl
1st - 4th
Close Reading, Informational Text, Sight Words
The Broken Clock That Still Ticked – A Story About Self-Worth and Believing
The Broken Clock That Still Ticked – A Story About Self-Worth and Believing You Still MatterThis heartwarming SEL story, The Broken Clock That Still Ticked, reminds children that their value doesn’t depend on being perfect. Even when things go wrong, they still have purpose and worth. Perfect for Grades 2–4, this story fits beautifully into social-emotional learning, character education, or mindfulness lessons. What’s Included: ✅ Original printable story ✅ 5 discussion/reflection question
2nd - 4th
Informational Text, Library Skills, Literature
The Garden on the Roof
🌿 Teach your students the power of resilience and community through this inspiring short story! The Garden on the Roof – Growth Amid Chaos is a beautifully written story about a young girl who turns a gray rooftop into a garden of hope, reminding readers that even in the hardest places, something good can bloom. Perfect for Grades 4–8, this story encourages reflection, empathy, and creative thinking.Use it for:✔️ Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)✔️ Character Education✔️ Reading Comprehension Prac
4th - 8th
Close Reading, Informational Text, Reading
The Tree That Remembered Every Season
Invite your students into a story that grows with them. The Tree That Remembered Every Season is a beautifully written tale that helps children understand the cycles of life, the value of patience, and the beauty in every stage of change. This heartwarming short story teaches lessons about resilience, mindfulness, emotional growth, and wisdom — making it perfect for read-aloud sessions, character education, or reflective writing activities.Learning Themes:🍃 Wisdom through experience🍂 The value
3rd - 6th
Close Reading, Informational Text, Library Skills
New World Explorers: Report and Contract of Choice Activities
This is a contract of 20 choices to along with a brief written report assignment for our European Explorers unit in US History.
The students must complete a report with note cards & a bibliography for 65 points (or a "D"). To earn a better grade, they choose alternate activities within various learning modalities to improve their points.
You, of course, can add your own choices. I had another 8 or so ideas, but they were dependent on materials that I have in my classroom, so I deleted them fro
4th - 8th
Geography, U.S. History
Competitive Debate: The Complete Package (From Mr. Harper's Store)
I could give you a lot of reasons for why your school should have debate as a centerpiece for it's advanced language arts or English program, but the article below from The Wilmington Star News is probably the best case for it. If that doesn't sell you, I only ask that you take a moment out and read what I wrote for the TPT page Preview. I PROMISE you, I will be there for you in every way imaginable if you take this on (... short of coming to your school. I'm a North Carolina teacher and funding
7th - 11th, Higher Education
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