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Preview of STEM Kid Engineering for GATE -- FERRIS WHEELS plus Primary Sources

STEM Kid Engineering for GATE -- FERRIS WHEELS plus Primary Sources

In this GATE engineering journey, students will each construct a very cool Ferris wheel prototype as a final product. Along the way, they will examine primary source images, read primary source history, and integrate math, engineering, and economics in a learning process which incorporates best practices in gifted and talented education for 21st Century Learners. This is a challenging engineering project—teacher guided. I used it for GATE 4th grade; however, my kids are experienced builders.
Preview of STEAM Kid Engineering -- The Playable Golf Course Design Unit for GATE

STEAM Kid Engineering -- The Playable Golf Course Design Unit for GATE

In this unit, students will build a contraption to hit a small, wooden golf ball through a scaled version of a golf course which they and their classmates have designed. They’ll make a trundle wheel for measuring and marking the course, write down their scores on a scorecard, design putters, and learn background in physics through their work in the engineering and design process. The Playable Golf Course is not just fun. It’s a challenging engineering, design, and construction unit including
Preview of SPIES!  A GATE Adventure 18+ Contact Hours - Challenging and Engaging!

SPIES! A GATE Adventure 18+ Contact Hours - Challenging and Engaging!

Your students will ask to stay in from recess for this. It is the most popular unit I've taught in 32 years, and it is packed with challenging critical thinking. We imagine students are training at the school for spies: mini survivor challenges, mini crossbows, a jewel heist, footprint mysteries, memory games, cipher disks, case files, messages hidden in gel caps. This unit is STEM and critical thinking at its coolest and finest, and we’ve thrown in reading, speaking and listening, and a social
Preview of My Father's Dragon Advanced Book Study PLUS Thinking Skills and Math Tasks

My Father's Dragon Advanced Book Study PLUS Thinking Skills and Math Tasks

This is an advanced book study unit for My Father's Dragon by Ruth Stiles Gannett. This book is soon to be an animated feature film on Netflix! (Release: October 2022)As my father and the dragon passed over the Ocean Rocks they heard a tiny excited voice scream, ‘Bum cack Bum cack! We dreed our nagon! I mean, we need our dragon!’ ~My Father’s Dragon, by Ruth Stiles Gannett This novel study guide is designed to use with high-level 1st and 2nd-grade students and was specifically designed with gi
Preview of Complete IB PYP Math Progression | Phases 1-4 | White Rose & Toddle Aligned

Complete IB PYP Math Progression | Phases 1-4 | White Rose & Toddle Aligned

The Ultimate IB PYP Math Progression | Phases 1-4 | Toddle & UK AlignedStop recreating the wheel. Transform your school’s math curriculum with the ultimate vertically-aligned progression map. Designed by a Math Lead for IB World Schools, this "Toddle-Ready" suite bridges the gap between the IB PYP Phases and the British National Curriculum (White Rose inspired). Whether you are preparing for an IB authorization visit or simply looking to unify your school’s math language, this "Curriculum Master
Preview of Design a Playground

Design a Playground

This unit blends mathematical thinking and creative thinking in a way that will have your students asking for more. Their task is to create a new playground for their school. They will need to research existing playground equipment, learn about drawing to scale, and use mathematical knowledge such as geometry, area, and percentages to create their own scale model of a new playground. This unit has been used many times, always to rave reviews. Included in this unit: Detailed student task sheets
Preview of T-Shirt Entrepreneurs PROJECT BASED LEARNING Math Economics GATE 4-8th

T-Shirt Entrepreneurs PROJECT BASED LEARNING Math Economics GATE 4-8th

Your students will be excited for this “gold medal standard” project-based math, design, and economics activity. It’s appropriate and adaptable for 4th – 8th grade. It has been a staple for my 4th grade gifted and talented math group since 2013. You won’t be the sage on the stage. Students will problem-solve their way through the project working in collaborative teams, and the teacher will guide, be a resource, spur discussion, play devil’s advocate, and provide mini lessons when necessary. I
Preview of SIMULATIONS Real-World Projects GATE Bundle Gifted

SIMULATIONS Real-World Projects GATE Bundle Gifted

Many of my most popular resources! These products all feature highly participatory activities, real-world simulations, and application of critical thinking. See individual products for larger previews.
Preview of Wood Working Curriculum

Wood Working Curriculum

✨ Created specifically for early childhood educators, this ready-to-use curriculum is ideal for students ages 3–6.  📝 Including 9 weeks of thoughtfully planned, flexible daily lessons designed to save teachers time while supporting meaningful learning.  🖇 The curriculum features research-based teaching practices, engaging bingo activities, traceable worksheets, and print-friendly materials that work across learning levels.  💻 Each week includes clearly aligned standards, making lesson plannin
Preview of GATE + STEAM -- "The Studio" Unit for Upper Elementary

GATE + STEAM -- "The Studio" Unit for Upper Elementary

Applied math, engineering, design, 3D art, economics, and creativity . . . Imagine building your own small studio in your backyard and decorating it to suit your personality. Would you have a carpeted library complete with a desk and laptop where you couldn’t be bothered by brothers, sisters, or parents? How about a miniature basketball court with a big screen television—a raucous playroom for you and your friends? Maybe you would add a loft, skylights, and a hot tub. Maybe you will open yo
Preview of Integrated STEM & Close Reading | Groundhog Day STEM Challenge

Integrated STEM & Close Reading | Groundhog Day STEM Challenge

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In this Groundhog Day themed STEM challenge, students figure out multiple ways to pop a "groundhog" up out of his "burrow," and then they must accurately measure his shadow using centimeters. This activity challenges students to call on most of the Standards of Mathematical Practices, as well as to write clearly for a specific purpose. It puts accurate measurement and data recording into real-life practice. Groundhog Day is an opportunity to discuss hibernation, seasons, and folklore. Here's
Preview of Winnie-the-Pooh Chapter 1 Advanced Book Study with Thinking Skills & Math Tasks

Winnie-the-Pooh Chapter 1 Advanced Book Study with Thinking Skills & Math Tasks

This is an advanced book study for Winnie-the-Pooh by A. A. Milne. Chapter 1: In Which We Are Introduced To Winnie-the-pooh And Some Bees, And The Stories Begin “You’re braver than you believe, stronger than you seem and smarter than you think.”— Christopher Robin~Winnie-the-Pooh by A. A. Milne This study guide is designed to use with high-level 1st and 2nd-grade students and was specifically designed with gifted learners in mind. The level of depth in questioning and discussion will be at th
Preview of Apple Unit Study Preschool Curriculum, Planning Center  and Circle Activities

Apple Unit Study Preschool Curriculum, Planning Center and Circle Activities

Contains: 120 PDF pages for printing (planning, worksheets + cut out sheets) ⭐ Circle Time & Center Activities Planning ⭐ Learning Goals ⭐ Day by day planning ⭐ Literacy, Math, Science, Fine Motor Activities Printable Resources WHAT WILL YOU RECEIVE After your payment, you will receive instant downloading access to the purchased file which contains 120 PDF pages. THIS IS A DIGITAL DOWNLOAD, NO PRINTED MATERIALS ARE INCLUDED! I recommend to laminate pages for multiple uses and use a dry erase
Preview of 4th Grade Math Unit 4 Assessment/Review-Spiraling Success

4th Grade Math Unit 4 Assessment/Review-Spiraling Success

This 12 question assessment covers: 4.2A,F,H 4.4A,D,E,F,G,H 4.5A You could use this for a Unit Assessment, Review, Small Group Instruction, or Homework Practice.
Preview of Winnie-the-Pooh Chapter 5 Advanced Book Study with Thinking Skills & Math Tasks

Winnie-the-Pooh Chapter 5 Advanced Book Study with Thinking Skills & Math Tasks

This is an advanced book study for Winnie-the-Pooh by A. A. Milne. Chapter 5: In Which Piglet Meets A Heffalump “You’re braver than you believe, stronger than you seem and smarter than you think.”— Christopher Robin~Winnie-the-Pooh by A. A. Milne This study guide is designed to use with high-level 1st and 2nd-grade students and was specifically designed with gifted learners in mind. The level of depth in questioning and discussion will be at the teacher’s discretion, based on student needs an
Preview of Winnie-the-Pooh Chapter 2 Advanced Book Study with Thinking Skills & Math Tasks

Winnie-the-Pooh Chapter 2 Advanced Book Study with Thinking Skills & Math Tasks

This is an advanced book study for Winnie-the-Pooh by A. A. Milne. Chapter 2: In Which Pooh Goes Visiting And Gets Into A Tight Place “You’re braver than you believe, stronger than you seem and smarter than you think.”— Christopher Robin~Winnie-the-Pooh by A. A. Milne This study guide is designed to use with high-level 1st and 2nd-grade students and was specifically designed with gifted learners in mind. The level of depth in questioning and discussion will be at the teacher’s discretion, ba
Preview of Winnie-the-Pooh Chapter 6 Advanced Book Study with Thinking Skills & Math Tasks

Winnie-the-Pooh Chapter 6 Advanced Book Study with Thinking Skills & Math Tasks

This is an advanced book study for Winnie-the-Pooh by A. A. Milne. Chapter 6: In Which Eeyore Has A Birthday And Gets Two Presents “You’re braver than you believe, stronger than you seem and smarter than you think.”— Christopher Robin~Winnie-the-Pooh by A. A. Milne This study guide is designed to use with high-level 1st and 2nd-grade students and was specifically designed with gifted learners in mind. The level of depth in questioning and discussion will be at the teacher’s discretion, based
Preview of Winnie-the-Pooh Chapter 4 Advanced Book Study with Thinking Skills & Math Tasks

Winnie-the-Pooh Chapter 4 Advanced Book Study with Thinking Skills & Math Tasks

This is an advanced book study for Winnie-the-Pooh by A. A. Milne. Chapter 4: In Which Eeyore Loses A Tail And Pooh Finds One “You’re braver than you believe, stronger than you seem and smarter than you think.”— Christopher Robin~Winnie-the-Pooh by A. A. Milne This study guide is designed to use with high-level 1st and 2nd-grade students and was specifically designed with gifted learners in mind. The level of depth in questioning and discussion will be at the teacher’s discretion, based on st
Preview of Winnie-the-Pooh Chapter 10 Advanced Book Study with Thinking Skills & Math Tasks

Winnie-the-Pooh Chapter 10 Advanced Book Study with Thinking Skills & Math Tasks

This is an advanced book study for Winnie-the-Pooh by A. A. Milne. Chapter 10: IN WHICH CHRISTOPHER ROBIN GIVES POOH A PARTY, AND WE SAY GOOD-BYE “You’re braver than you believe, stronger than you seem and smarter than you think.”— Christopher Robin~Winnie-the-Pooh by A. A. Milne This study guide is designed to use with high-level 1st and 2nd-grade students and was specifically designed with gifted learners in mind. The level of depth in questioning and discussion will be at the teacher’s dis
Preview of Winnie-the-Pooh Chapter 3 Advanced Book Study with Thinking Skills & Math Tasks

Winnie-the-Pooh Chapter 3 Advanced Book Study with Thinking Skills & Math Tasks

This is an advanced book study for Winnie-the-Pooh by A. A. Milne. Chapter 3: In Which Pooh And Piglet Go Hunting And Nearly Catch A Woozle “You’re braver than you believe, stronger than you seem and smarter than you think.”— Christopher Robin~Winnie-the-Pooh by A. A. Milne This study guide is designed to use with high-level 1st and 2nd-grade students and was specifically designed with gifted learners in mind. The level of depth in questioning and discussion will be at the teacher’s discretio
Preview of Winnie-the-Pooh Chapter 9 Advanced Book Study with Thinking Skills & Math Tasks

Winnie-the-Pooh Chapter 9 Advanced Book Study with Thinking Skills & Math Tasks

This is an advanced book study for Winnie-the-Pooh by A. A. Milne. Chapter 9: IN WHICH PIGLET IS ENTIRELY SURROUNDED BY WATER “You’re braver than you believe, stronger than you seem and smarter than you think.”— Christopher Robin~Winnie-the-Pooh by A. A. Milne This study guide is designed to use with high-level 1st and 2nd-grade students and was specifically designed with gifted learners in mind. The level of depth in questioning and discussion will be at the teacher’s discretion, based on st
Preview of Winnie-the-Pooh Chapter 8 Advanced Book Study with Thinking Skills & Math Tasks

Winnie-the-Pooh Chapter 8 Advanced Book Study with Thinking Skills & Math Tasks

This is an advanced book study for Winnie-the-Pooh by A. A. Milne. Chapter 8: In Which Christopher Robin Leads An Expotition To The North Pole “You’re braver than you believe, stronger than you seem and smarter than you think.”— Christopher Robin~Winnie-the-Pooh by A. A. Milne This study guide is designed to use with high-level 1st and 2nd-grade students and was specifically designed with gifted learners in mind. The level of depth in questioning and discussion will be at the teacher’s discre
Preview of Winnie-the-Pooh Chapter 7 Advanced Book Study with Thinking Skills & Math Tasks

Winnie-the-Pooh Chapter 7 Advanced Book Study with Thinking Skills & Math Tasks

This is an advanced book study for Winnie-the-Pooh by A. A. Milne. Chapter 7: In Which Kanga And Baby Roo Come To The Forest, And Piglet Has A Bath “You’re braver than you believe, stronger than you seem and smarter than you think.”— Christopher Robin~Winnie-the-Pooh by A. A. Milne This study guide is designed to use with high-level 1st and 2nd-grade students and was specifically designed with gifted learners in mind. The level of depth in questioning and discussion will be at the teacher’s d
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