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Creative Thinking Task Cards Word Links 128 Lateral Critical Thinking Puzzles
Use these 126 critical thinking cards to help your students gain fluency with lateral thinking. Similar to the board game, TriBonds, each card requires students to come up with one word that links the three words on each card together. For example, the words, “camp,” “place,” and “wild,” are linked by the word “fire.” These cards can be used by students from grade four all the way to adults (try them yourself!). WHAT’S INCLUDED:✍️ PRINT:128 Task Cards (prints 6 to a page)Black-lineColorRecordi
2nd - 12th
Vocabulary
24 Creative Thinking Task Cards - 3 Reasons Why - Lateral Thinking
Use these 24 creative thinking task cards to challenge your students' critical thinking and lateral thinking skills! For best results, encourage students to come up with creative, yet plausible answers. You may also want to use these cards for sentence writing practice by requiring students to answer in complete and error-free sentences. Another option is to use the cards in groups and have students brainstorm answers verbally. WHAT’S INCLUDED:✍️ PRINT:24 Task Cards (prints 4 to a page)Black-li
3rd - 6th
Creative Writing
New Year Around the World {Creative Thinking Task Cards}
This is a fun way to learn about New Year's traditions from around the world while encouraging critical thinking and creativity!
You are purchasing 28 task cards and a task card checklist. Each card includes a fact about a New Year tradition from a different country, and it also includes a creative thinking writing or discussion prompt based on that country. Great for gifted students or any out of the box thinkers. Good for practicing divergent thinking skills, too! Versatile activity can be u
3rd - 5th
English Language Arts
Animals & Structures: Extension Questions for Creative Scientific Thinking
These questions are designed to encourage creative and outside-of-the-box thinking in your class. They are great as centers (use the coloured sheets and laminate) or as hand out pintables (use the black and white sheets) These activites are great for early finishers, enrichment tasks, homework or group work activities. Included: *4 Questions, each provided in full colour task page and black and white student response page *Teacher Notes Perfect addition to: Science Stable Structure Centers
2nd - 4th
Science
D&C Icons Note Taking Cards - Common Core, GATE, Depth of Knowledge
Depth and Complexity Prompts Note Taking Cards for teaching Common Core State Standards and/or GATE!
Use D&C Prompts to guide students to think critically about everything they are learning about in the classroom. Use them in Literature Units, Guided Reading, Literature Circles, Mathematics Groups, Social Studies, and Science! Aligned with Common Core State Standards!
Students fill in the note-taking card with a specific example to fit the Icon represented and there is a space for recordin
K - 6th
Literature
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
, CCRA.R.2
, CCRA.R.3
+7
Linear vs Nonlinear Equations–Desmos Building Thinking Classrooms Activity
Linear vs Nonlinear Equations– Desmos Building Thinking Classrooms Activity (Algebra 1)Help your Algebra 1 students discover what makes an equation linear or nonlinear using Desmos instead of memorizing a rule they’ll forget. This Building Thinking Classrooms (BTC) activity is a student-centered, discovery-based lesson where students test, graph, simplify, and justify equations to uncover the structure of linear vs nonlinear relationships on their own. No front-loaded notes.No formula dumping
8th - 10th
Algebra
CCSS
8.F.A.1
, 8.F.B.4
, HSA-SSE.A.1
+8
AI Impact & Discussion Task Cards | Critical Thinking, Digital Citizenship
Critical Thinking, Fairness, Digital CitizenshipHelp young learners think deeply, kindly, and confidently about the technologies shaping their world. These AI Ethics & Impact Task Cards are designed specifically for Grades 1–3, introducing students to age-appropriate conversations about fairness, responsibility, creativity, privacy, and feelings in a world where AI and smart technologies are part of everyday life. No technical knowledge required—just curiosity, conversation, and care. What’s
1st - 3rd
Character Education, Computer Science - Technology
Valentine’s Day Ethical Dilemmas & Critical Thinking Activities | Grades 3–5
Looking for a meaningful Valentine’s Day activity that goes beyond crafts and candy? This Valentine’s Day Ethical Dilemmas resource engages upper elementary students in thoughtful discussions about friendship, fairness, expectations, and ethical decision-making. Students analyze real-world scenarios, consider multiple perspectives, and justify their reasoning using evidence and trade-offs. Perfect for Grades 3–5, gifted classrooms, enrichment groups, or whole-class discussions. What’s Included:
3rd - 5th
Other (ELA), Social Emotional Learning, Writing
CCSS
W.3.1
, W.3.5
, W.4.1
+3
Homographs Task Cards & Worksheets - Critical Thinking
Do your students know that “bass” can mean a low musical note AND a type of fish? Do they get confused when “wind” (moving air) and “wind” (to twist) sound different but look identical? Do they read “I will present the present” and stumble because they don’t know which pronunciation to use?You’re not alone. Homographs – words that have the same spelling but different meanings (and sometimes different pronunciations) – are a constant source of confusion for readers and writers. Words like “record
4th - 9th
ELA Test Prep, Grammar, Writing
Also included in: Homophones, Homographs & Homonyms Bundle: 5 Task Card & Worksheet Sets
Logical Thinking Task Cards
Logical Thinking Task Cards
Differentiated thinking task cards are great for differentiation, enrichment, morning work, literacy centers, math centers, early finishers and fast finishers.
Students will use character cards as manipulative tools (when needed) to think critically and solve logic problems. Cards will be moved around for each of 10 tasks as solutions are generated. Cards are NOT needed for all tasks. Optional "center sign" is included as well as answer document and key.
These card
K - 4th
The Answer Is... What's the Question? Thinking Skill Application Activity
Creative and critical thinking are prompted through this reverse logic activity. Students are given the end result and have to imagine, brainstorm, and contemplate what could have been asked to have these results. This is similar to finding the effect in cause and effect scenarios; however, divergent, unique answers are encouraged contrary to the cause/effect type of task where there is a narrow answer choice for a particular cause. Support the students at first and prompt them to create detaile
3rd - 6th
Spring Logical Thinking Task Cards
Critical and Differentiated Thinking Spring Bundle
Differentiated thinking task cards are great for differentiation, morning work, literacy centers, math centers, early finishers, fast finishers and more!
* NOTE *
This is part of a larger bundle that can be found in my Teachers Pay Teachers store.
Critical and Differentiated Thinking: Yearly Bundle
Students will use character cards as manipulative tools (when needed) to think critically and solve logic problems. Cards will be moved around for
1st - 4th
IB PYP & MYP Learning Profile SUPER Cards US Paper
Note: This file is sized for printing on 8.5x11 paper & has been updated to comply with the IB wording changes to take place in January 2014. This series of comic styled IB Learning Profile Cards has been designed to complement my SUPER Learning Profile Posters. They can be used as bookmarks, rewards, reminders or in any other manner that would be useful in your classroom. The wording on the cards are the same as on the Learning Posters: Reflective - We think about our work and our actions. We
3rd - 7th
Character Education
Popsicle Stick Activity Cards – Fun & Engaging Building Challenges!
Note: For the first 24 hours, all new products are FREE! Be sure to follow MY SHOP to get the latest updates and more free resources. Encourage creativity, problem-solving, and fine motor skills with these Popsicle Stick Activity Cards! These colorful and engaging STEM activity task cards are designed to inspire kids to build different structures using popsicle sticks, craft sticks, or wooden sticks, making learning both fun and interactive. What’s Included?✔ Stickman Activity Cards – Buil
PreK - 2nd
Math, Social Emotional Learning
IB PYP & MYP Learning Profile SUPER Cards for A4 Paper
Note: This file is sized for printing on international A4 paper & has been updated to comply with the new IB wording for January 2014. This series of comic styled IB Learning Profile Cards has been designed to complement my SUPER Learning Profile Posters. They can be used as bookmarks, rewards, reminders or in any other manner that would be useful in your classroom. The wording on the cards are the same as on the Learning Posters: Reflective - We think about our work and our actions. We cons
4th - 9th
Character Education
Blooms Higher Level Questioning Cards for Reading Comprehension
Engage your students in Higher Level Thinking with these Bloom's Higher Order Thinking Cards. These are designed for higher level questioning during reading. There are 33 questions stems, plus 7 blank to create your own. They can be used in centers, or individually to stimulate higher order thinking.
I use these cards in a "Challenge" activity:
1. Divide the class into 4-5 teams.
2. Give each team an envelope with "Blooms Higher Order Thinking Card" questions taped to the front.
3. Students
PreK - 12th
Reading, Reading Strategies
Snowman Visual Logic Puzzles
Snowman Visual Logic PuzzlesBuild critical thinking and visual discrimination skills with this colorful snowman-themed picture task card set. Using visual-spatial skills and logic, students look for shared characteristics in order to decide which 1 of 4 snowmen belongs to the group. No reading required! Go Paperless!Assign the Easel Assessment version of this product through your learning management system. Students have fun completing the self-checking critical thinking brainteasers on their
K - 5th
Math
Printable Notes for Students
Let your child know that you are thinking about them with these colorful lunchbox notes. Your child will look forward to them every day! These fun lunch notes are printable and have easy to follow lines for cutting. A caring way to express your love, tuck them in their lunchbox, books, and backpacks. They will smile every time they read these affirmations! This listing is for an INSTANT DOWNLOAD, printable digital file. No physical item will be delivered. ✏️ DETAILS Includes a PDF file with fiv
PreK - 5th
Graphic Arts
Nonfiction Deeper Thinker Task Cards
Nonfiction Depth & Complexity Task Cards | Critical Thinking | Reading Comprehension | AAP & GiftedFeeling like your nonfiction block has turned into “read, recall, repeat”? These Depth and Complexity Nonfiction Task Cards are here to rescue you (and your sanity). Designed for advanced thinkers, gifted learners, and high-flyer 3rd–5th graders, these 20 open-ended task cards turn ANY informational text into a deep-thinking, discussion-worthy experience — without hours of prep or endless stick
3rd - 6th
Creative Writing, Informational Text
CCSS
RI.5.1
, RI.5.2
, RI.5.3
Thunder Cake MINI Reading Comprehension Toolkit
"Thunder Cake" MINI Bloom's Reading Comprehension Toolkit
***PLEASE NOTE: This is part of a LARGER SET of EIGHTEEN activities you can find here: Thunder Cake Bloom's Reading Comprehension Toolkit
NO Prep MINI reading toolkit based on Bloom's Taxonomy Use it for your whole class, guided reading groups, literacy centers, or individualized learning. The duration of the activity depends on how you use the activities/how many of them you choose to use!
This versatile CCSS aligned ELA toolkit cont
K - 3rd
English Language Arts
How to use guided questions
Your Step-by-Step Guide to Unlocking Deeper Thinking with Guided QuestionsAre you ready to transform the way you or your students explore and learn? This free guide breaks down exactly how to use guided questions (available for sale) to turn any topic into a rich research adventure. Using a clear, six-step process inspired by Bloom's Taxonomy, this resource helps learners move from recalling basic facts to creating something entirely new. Each step—Remember, Understand, Apply, Analyze, Evalua
1st - 6th
Earth Sciences, Science, Writing
Also included in: Research cards. Montessori and Bloom’s Taxonomy edition
Cinco de Mayo Math Logic Puzzle Enrichment Activity Addition Sums to 20
Do math - but with pictures! These task cards introduce beginning algebraic thinking concepts and critical thinking skills! This enrichment activity provides a creative review with a fun Cinco de Mayo theme for addition doubles and sums to 20. The product includes:* PDF 16 numbered puzzles in color and black and white * Student answer sheet and answer key * PPT of the 16 task cards NOTE: If you already own the Holiday Sums to 20 Bundle, this product is included in the FREE download!!Other Relate
1st - 2nd
Math
CCSS
1.OA.C.6
, 1.OA.D.8
, 2.OA.B.2
Also included in: Math Enrichment Logic Puzzle Brain Teaser Task Card Mega Bundle
Earth Day Math Logic Puzzle Enrichment Activity Addition Sums to 20
Do math - but with pictures! These task cards introduce beginning algebraic thinking concepts and critical thinking skills! This enrichment activity provides a creative review with a fun Earth theme for addition doubles and sums to 20. The product includes:* PDF 16 numbered puzzles in color and black and white * Student answer sheet and answer key * PPT of the 16 task cards NOTE: If you already own the Holiday Sums to 20 Bundle, this product is included in the FREE download!!Other Related Produc
1st - 2nd
Math
CCSS
1.OA.C.6
, 1.OA.D.8
, 2.OA.B.2
Also included in: Math Enrichment Logic Puzzle Brain Teaser Task Card Mega Bundle
Cinco de Mayo Math Logic Puzzle Enrichment Task Card Activity Multiplication
Do math - but with pictures! These task cards introduce beginning algebraic thinking concepts and critical thinking skills! This enrichment activity provides a creative review with a fun Cinco de Mayo theme for multiplication fact fluency. Perfect for math centers, substitute teacher activities, and morning warm ups! The product includes:* PDF 16 numbered color and black and white puzzles * Student answer sheet and answer key * PPT of the 16 task cards NOTE: If you already own the Holiday Multip
3rd - 4th
Math
CCSS
3.OA.A.4
, 3.OA.B.6
, 3.OA.C.7
Also included in: Math Enrichment Logic Puzzle Brain Teaser Task Card Mega Bundle
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