KC Ed

Have students use REAL newspapers to explore, find, and explain non-fiction text features. This hands-on activity connects their work to real life.

Need a quick printable pass for students to work in the classroom during lunch? Here you go! Such a good way to build relationships as well.

Small group work, partner work, or independent practice! Easy prep - all are color coded and increase in difficulty. A green is added for extra challenge. Put each color in it's own bag - and then the recording sheet is used for all. Each group has six numbers to order.

Ready to use Country Research Packet - from brainstorming countries to researching one to writing paragraphs about what they learned! General enough to work with any sources - both print and online that your school supports.

Unit 1 Everyday Math 4 - GRADE 5 Student Friendly I CAN statements based on the MN State Standards - print as a handout for students, or use as slideshow within your lessons, or print presentation and laminate for full size posters.

Fun way to have your students practice controlled r sounds - recognize, write, and sort all in one fun flower art activity.

Calendar Math Printables...Months, numbers for a calendar, titles for calendar math, lost teeth chart...

What should I do when.......common social situations found in upper elementary. Have students write about it, and then use it as a discussion, a morning meeting topic, or as writing sample work. See the three pack for three different situations.

Print the months of the year to use for calendars, calendar math, bulletin boards, etc.! Easy to read, colorful cards.

Have students work with a REAL newspaper to find (and cut) text features and other items out - Provides real life context, in a meaninful and fun way. (See my Part 1 scavenger hunt to use first!)

Common issue in upper elementary and early secondary - how texting out of school impacts peer relationships in school. Journaling and sharing can help kids learn what to do when these things happen.

Teachers can use this as a differentiated tracking sheet, or older students can use it themselves (after being taught) to then learn how to ask for what they need help with, or extensions for.

Use this chart in a million ways to have students practice writing algebraic expressions.

Easy to use fill in the blank worksheet to do as a class on the first day, and have something for all students to share and talk about when they take it home! Creating conversations with families about a student's day is the best!