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Ancient Egypt Hieroglyphics Escape Room Game Crack the Code Activity Project
In this Ancient Egypt Escape Room activity, students are introduced to ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics and are placed in the shoes of investigators as they work to solve mysterious clues left behind from ancient Egypt. Student investigative teams have one class period to solve four clues from Egypt's history, each written in hieroglyphics, then complete the final formula to crack the code. Students only have a set number of attempts to open the lock before the ancient lock deteriorates and rema
5th - 9th
Ancient History, Social Studies, World History
CCSS
RH.6-8.1
, RH.6-8.2
, RH.6-8.4
+1
UFLI Aligned Independent Word Work Supplement
Product Description Elevate your phonics instruction with this UFLI Supplemental Extension Worksheet Pack for Lessons 5–128. Designed to align seamlessly with the UFLI curriculum, these worksheets reinforce essential phonics and reading skills through meaningful, structured practice. Each worksheet not only strengthens word work and decoding skills, but also promotes writing skill development by giving students opportunities to apply phonics concepts through written responses—while working a
K - 6th
Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Science of Reading, Sight Words
Enlightenment Thinker Personality Quiz: Which Enlightenment Thinker Are You?
Have you ever wondered which Enlightenment thinker you are most like? Well now you can find out! My students have so much fun taking this personality test and it is a great way to either introduce or wrap up the Enlightenment unit. Another adaptation for this lesson is to have the students take their test and then research the philosopher that they are most similar to. The options are truly endless. The test includes various scenarios that relate to the life of a middle/ high school student.
5th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Civics, European History, Literature
Maya Empire Mesoamerica CSI Inquiry Lesson: Activity Worksheet Project Analysis
In this Maya Empire CSI Investigation activity, students take on the role of historians, scientists, and researchers as they try to uncover the reasons behind the downfall of the Mayan Empire. Students research the Maya downfall in Mesoamerica to understand their history, culture, and the factors that may have led to their demise. This resource is included in my Mesoamerica Unit Bundle to teach the Inca, Maya, and Aztec as well as my CSI World History Bundle! Students are engaged with a short
5th - 8th
Ancient History, Native Americans, World History
CCSS
RH.6-8.1
, RH.6-8.2
, RH.6-8.4
+2
Long Division Step-by-Step Practice | Single-Digit Divisor | Grades 4–6
✅ Master Long Division with This Easy-to-Use Fold-Up for Grades 4–6!Help your students gain confidence with long division using this interactive fold-up—perfect for math notebooks, small groups, or independent practice. This printable and digital resource clearly breaks down the traditional algorithm into manageable, step-by-step visuals that✅ Master Long Division with This Easy-to-Use Fold-Up for Grades 4–6!Now includes an Error Analysis activity to help students identify and correct c
4th - 6th
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Math
CCSS
4.NBT.B.6
, 5.NBT.B.6
Also included in: 5th Grade Math Fold-Up Bundle | 41 Interactive Notebook Activities
JFK Assassination CSI Inquiry Activity | Was the JFK Assassination a Cover-Up?
In this JFK assassination CSI investigation, students investigate the assassination of President John F Kennedy by Lee Harvey Oswald. Even more, students become experts on JFK's assassination as they investigate a variety of pieces of evidence against Oswald, then learn about possible motives by the Soviets, the Cubans, Fidel Castro, and the CIA to get involved. The JFK Assassination CSI Investigation is included as part of the CSI American History Bundle and the Cold War Resource Bundle!In thi
7th - 10th
Social Studies, U.S. History, World History
CCSS
RH.6-8.1
, RH.6-8.2
, RH.6-8.3
+7
Also included in: CSI US American History Bundle: Critical Thinking, Inquiry Projects
Periodic Table of Elements Scavenger Hunt Puzzles: The Complete Set of Puzzles
Ready for a wild ride through the world of elements? Buckle up, educators, because we've got a Periodic Table Scavenger Hunt that'll make your students' heads spin faster than a noble gas! Introducing our Non-Traditional, Student-Friendly, Periodic Table-Friendly, and Downright Awesome Introduction to the Periodic Table! This bundle is packed with so much excitement, you'll need a hazmat suit to contain it! Here's what your students will uncover: Elements named after scientists, because w
7th - 10th, Adult Education
Chemistry, Physical Science, Science
CCSS, NGSS
SL.5.1
, SL.6.1
, SL.7.1
+11
Cuban Missile Crisis CSI Inquiry Activity | Fidel Castro, Kennedy, Khrushchev
In the Cuban Missile Crisis stations activity CSI investigation, students are introduced to the events that led to the Cuban Missile Crisis between Cuba and Fidel Castro, the United States and John F Kennedy, and the Soviet Union and Nikita Khrushchev. Students take on the role of investigators and study 14 different days from 1959 through the fall of 1962 to understand the events that almost led to nuclear war. The Cuban Missile Crisis CSI Investigation is included as part of the CSI Americ
8th - 11th
Social Studies, U.S. History, World History
Also included in: CSI US American History Bundle: Critical Thinking, Inquiry Projects
Teaching AI Ethics & Responsible AI Use | Middle & High School Digital Literacy
Prepare your students for the future with this comprehensive AI Ethics lesson plan unit, designed specifically for grades 6-12! This ready-to-use curriculum teaches students how to use AI tools responsibly and ethically in their writing and research. Perfect for digital literacy, technology integration, 21st-century skills, and writing classrooms, this unit engages learners with hands-on activities, discussions, and assessments focused on academic integrity in the age of AI. What’s Include
7th - 12th, Higher Education
Writing, Writing-Essays, Writing-Expository
CCSS
CCRA.W.6
California Gold Rush Informational Reading Series #1-6 Discounted Bundle 4th
California Gold Rush Reading & Activity Set – 6 Informational Texts with No-Prep Lessons! Bring History to Life with This Flexible, Easy-to-Use Resource!Looking for an engaging, age-appropriate way to teach the California Gold Rush? This no-prep, six-part curriculum is packed with original informational texts and meaningful activities that make history come alive for your students—without the overwhelm! Designed to be both comprehensive and flexible, each article focuses on a key aspect of th
4th - 6th
Informational Text, Social Studies, U.S. History
CCSS
RI.4.1
, RI.4.2
, RI.4.3
+1
Drama Sub Plan | Technical Theater Careers Video Lesson | Middle School Theater
VOLUME 1. Need something for a substitute to teach? Teach your students about theater professions. These 5 lessons give students an opportunity to explore the world of professional theater-- the costume designer of Wicked, stage properties from Hamilton, set design of Beetlejuice, lighting designer of War Horse and a sound designer. Wow! Excellent for gifted learners or students who need independent study or an alternative assignment. This resource has enough material for a week. Students
6th - 9th
Drama, Other (ELA)
Also included in: Drama Emergency Sub Plans Bundle | One Month Lessons Video Activities
Comparing Linear Functions Rate of Change and Initial Value Notes & Practice
In these activities, students practice comparing linear functions. Students will be able to compare rate of change of functions represented two different ways and will be able to compare the initial value of functions represented two different ways. Students will also differentiate between proportional and non-proportional functions represented as graphs, tables, equations, and verbal scenarios. These notes and practice worksheets are differentiated based on some common needs found in the mid
7th - 9th
Math
CCSS
8.EE.B.5
, 8.F.A.2
HUMAN and CIVIL RIGHTS LEADERS Research Projects | Biography Report Activity
This bundle of (22) two-sided tri-fold biography brochure templates allows students to dig deeper into facts about important human and civil rights leaders from around the world. You'll also find a BLANK template to use with ANY human/civil rights leader that is not included with this resource. CLICK HERE to save 20% on this resource in the Human and Civil Rights Leaders Bundle!An interactive notebook pocket has been provided for each figure, however, these brochures can be created as a stand a
3rd - 6th
English Language Arts, Social Studies
Brain Gush GT Math Challenges - 10 Weekly Booklets - with key!
Brain Gush I teach fifth grade math in Texas. I am very intent on my students’ success in life. I want them to have a great understanding of math concepts with amazing problem solving skills. Success on their end of the year tests is also important to me. ;) Critical thinking is essential for their success. I created Brain Gush and my students LOVE it! They love the choice, the challenges, and the uniqueness of the work (not the typical worksheets!). HOW I USE IT Brian Gush includes fou
4th - 6th
Math
School Counseling Interactive Notebook for Social Emotional Learning
This social-emotional interactive notebook for elementary school counseling expands upon my first elementary school counseling interactive notebook with 6 additional unique sections! Cover growth mindset, empathy, friendship, supportive communities/bullying prevention, responsibility, conflict resolution, and mindfulness in your interactive notebook. These are perfect for whole group classroom guidance or a small group counseling setting.
How it works: Students cut out page elements and glue/ta
3rd - 6th
School Counseling
End of Year FUN Activities Projects Games No Prep ELA STEM Middle School H.S.
Design the School of Your Wildest Dreams is a super fun, educational no-prep, fully customizable project-based learning and activities resource perfect for the end of the year (or anytime!), that integrates ELA, STEM, social studies, art, research, goal-setting, and communication into one unforgettable experience for upper elementary, middle school, and high school students. Perfect for creating discussions and community during those first days back at school, or any time you'd like to fost
5th - 10th
Creative Writing, Informational Text, Writing
Esperanza Rising Lapbook - Engaging Interactive Novel Project - Low-Prep
Esperanza Rising Interactive Lapbook - Our #1 Best Seller! Bring Pam Muñoz Ryan's beloved novel to life with this hands-on, creative project your students will beg to work on!✂️ What's Inside This Engaging Resource:✅ Vocabulary foldables - Build academic language ✅ Character analysis - Deepen understanding of Esperanza's journey ✅ Chapter summary organizers - Perfect for comprehension checks ✅ Dialogue activities - Bring the story's conversations to life ✅ Literary terms practice - Reinfor
4th - 8th
English Language Arts, Literature, Writing
CCSS
RL.5.1
, RL.5.4
, CCRA.R.1
+3
Two Way Tables Notes & Practice | Construct and Interpret Bivariate Data Tables
These Constructing and Interpreting Two-Way Tables notes and practice are differentiated based on some common needs found in the middle school math classroom. Modifications are considered for both struggling learners and high flyers. In these activities, students practice reading a two-way table, constructing a two-way table given four pieces of information, and beginning to look for trends in bivariate data. Differentiated Notes Include:Traditional Notes – These are basic skeletal notes. Stu
7th - 9th
Math
CCSS
8.SP.A.4
Linear vs Nonlinear Functions Notes & Practice | Graph Equation Table Worksheets
In these activities, students practice identifying functions as linear or nonlinear. Students are given a graph, equation, or table of values and identify whether the function represented is linear or nonlinear. Nonlinear functions include absolute value, quadratic, exponential, and more. These notes and practice worksheets are differentiated based on some common needs found in the middle school math classroom. Modifications are considered for both struggling learners and high flyers. Diff
7th - 9th
Math
CCSS
8.F.A.3
Periodic Table of Elements Scavenger Hunt Puzzle #4 Elemental Messages
Periodic Table of the Elements Scavenger Hunt Puzzle all about atomic numbers and chemical symbols with a little 'elemental spelling' added to the mix! Given the atomic number, students record the chemical symbol and spell out a hidden message. Part of a series of original and engaging activities designed to introduce and familiarize students with the Periodic Table. Provide students with copies of the Scavenger Hunt Puzzles, an updated Periodic Table, and off they go! No prep. Puzzles may b
7th - 10th
Chemistry, Physical Science, Science
CCSS
SL.5.1
, SL.6.1
, SL.7.1
+5
Weekly Brain Teasers to Improve Critical & Creative Thinking Skills
These weekly brain teasers are designed to help improve students’ critical and creative thinking skills. Use these weekly brain teasers
as morning work, early finisher activities, centers, homework, or as extra credit. Students of all learning styles will love this resource,
and their problem-solving abilities will improve as they learn to think more critically.
There are 36 weeks of brain teasers to be used all year long. There are four student pages included that give definitions and examp
4th - 8th
Creative Writing
Finding Slope of a Line from a Graph or Two Points Guided Notes Worksheet
In these activities, students practice finding slope of a line given graphs or two points. These notes and practice worksheets are differentiated based on some common needs found in the middle school math classroom. Modifications are considered for both struggling learners and high flyers. Differentiated Notes Include:Traditional Notes – These are basic skeletal notes. Students fill in the examples with you and do the “try” problems independently. Modified Notes – These cut down on the amount
7th - 9th
Math
CCSS
8.EE.B.6
The Giver Utopia Final Book Project Novel Study Middle Schoo ELA Group Activity
Make The Giver by Lois Lowry come alive with this engaging Utopia Creation Project, a creative and thought-provoking culminating activity that blends literary analysis, group collaboration, and imaginative design. Perfect for middle school ELA, this The Giver final project helps students explore the complex themes of utopia, dystopia, control, and individuality in an unforgettable way.Students will work together to create their own perfect world inspired by The Giver, designing systems for e
6th - 8th
English Language Arts, Literature, Other (ELA)
CCSS
RL.7.9
Stress Management Centers: Coping Skills Classroom Lesson
Stress management centers: This classroom guidance lesson gives students the opportunity to explore 9 stress management strategies! Students cycle through 9 centers and create a lift-a-flap craft to write about how they can apply the strategies. Students choose coping skills that are effective for them when experiencing stressors.
I use this lesson with 6th grade, but it is appropriate for grades 5-6. Includes lesson plan (objectives, outline, materials list, ASCA standards alignment), handouts,
4th - 6th
School Counseling
Also included in: Classroom Guidance Lesson Bundle for Upper Elementary School Counseling
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