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This package contains a variety of handouts, worksheets, a lesson idea, and an activity to help teach students map skills such as scale, cardinal and intermediate directions, types of maps (planimetric, thematic, topographic), and basic map elements (legend, title etc.) Contents Welcome Teaching Guide (3 pages) Latitude, Longitude, and Directions: The Orange Lesson Latitude Labeling Worksheet Option 1 (label) Latitude Labeling Worksheet Option 2 (trace) Cardinal and Intermediate Directions Han

This product contains a variety of exercises to introduce the concept of bias to students. Starting with the definition of the terms bias, perspective, fact, and opinion, students then participate in a class exercise brainstorming facts and opinions before moving onto a Fact vs. Opinion Cut & Paste Activity. They then become bias detectives deciding if statements are biased or not on the Bias Detective Worksheet. Activity #1 has students exploring newspaper articles to explore bias, and fil

In this activity students read three sample articles that have been written from different perspectives surrounding the construction of a new community landfill (perspective of editorial writer, company, and city council). They fill out an interpretation sheet for each one and see how each author presents a slightly different perspective. They then answer a series of questions about/comparing all three articles. Contents: -Teaching Suggestions -3 Sample articles written with bias -Article Inte

This package contains: -Teacher Information -Student writing journal cover page -Student welcome and editing explanation page -Writing tips handout -180 student writing prompt pages -Student Glossary (cover page + content pages) -Student milestone certificates How it works: Each day students will fill in a journal page. Every page has a different writing prompt. These prompts cover a wide range of writing styles including poems, short stories, lists, opinion pieces, and more. Each page also

This bundle contains all of the map skills products in my store for over 35% off. From posters about the cardinal and intermediate directions, to fun map mission activities! Pick and choose to build a unit that works for you and your students. Map Skills Package This package contains a variety of handouts, worksheets, a lesson idea, and an activity to help teach students map skills such as scale, cardinal and intermediate directions, types of maps (planimetric, thematic, topographic), and bas

*Now supported as a Digital Activity This package contains: -Teacher Information -Student writing journal cover page -Student welcome and editing explanation page -Writing tips handout -180 student writing prompt pages -Student Glossary (cover page + content pages) -Student milestone certificates How it works: Each day students will fill in a journal page. Every page has a different writing prompt (180 total). These prompts cover a wide range of fiction and non-fiction writing styles includi

The following products are included in this bundle. The 5W's of a Newspaper Article: Student Activity, Handout, and Classroom Posters This product introduces students to the concept of the 5W's, Who, What, Where, When, and Why. They gain valuable skills to apply when reading newspaper articles through both a group and individual activity. Also included are the 5W's in a poster format for classroom display. Individual Activity: students get handout introducing the 5W’s and then read and u

These seven posters are the perfect aid for your study of figurative language. They each have a definition and example to explain a specific type of figurative language. Words included: simile, metaphor, onomatopoeia, hyperbole, personification, idiom, alliteration. This product is not editable. If you have any comments or questions please do not hesitate to contact me through the Q&A section. -Lifelong Learning You Might Also Like • Metaphors & Similes: Light Bulb Hanging Organizer + Fold

These sentence activities are a fun way for students to develop their descriptive writing skills. Students are given a sentence which they rewrite. They are given a word bank of words for each sentence that they might find helpful when they do this, however they also use words that they personally know and want to use. In the handout ‘how do I expand a sentence?’ students learn some strategies for rewriting a sentence with more descriptive language. In the introduction handout they learn that

"Today I went to Jack's birthday party. It was fun." Teachers everywhere recognize this type of writing. After assigning a writing prompt or diary entry they are faced with sentence after sentence of 'good, fun, bad, a lot,' and other 'really, really, really' boring and generic word choices. Though this is obviously fine at certain levels and for certain students, for writing to evolve it is important to encourage colourful and descriptive word choices. This product helps to introduce students t

This unit provides a general overview of daily life in ancient Egypt in an engaging way that presents the information as a fun narrative. Students are transported back in time to ancient Egypt and produce a hands-on notebook with interactive components. They follow the field diary entries of an archaeologist, creating art, foldable notes, and other activities for each entry and topic. See the preview for sample product pages and student examples. I highly encourage the use of resource books and

This unit provides a general overview of daily life in the Middle Ages in an engaging way that presents the information as a fun narrative. Students are transported back in time to the Middle Ages and produce a hands-on notebook with interactive components. They follow the diary entries of a professor, creating crafts, foldable notes, and other activities for each entry and topic. See the preview for sample product pages and student examples.However, the diary portion of this unit is optional a

This product introduces students to the concept of the 5W's, Who, What, Where, When, and Why. They gain valuable skills to apply when reading newspaper articles through both a group and individual activity. Also included are the 5W's in a poster format for classroom display. Individual Activity: students get handout introducing the 5W’s and then read and underline them in a sample article. Group Activity: students use newspapers and find an article to analyze and share as a group, filling in

This product contains a variety of materials to supplement your student's understanding of map skills. Topics include cardinal and intermediate directions and the four basic map elements (title, scale, compass rose, and legend). There are a variety of types of worksheets and activities to support student review and learning. Contents 1. Cover Page 2. Table Of Contents 3. Treasure Hunting Worksheet- Cardinal Directions 4. Treasure Hunting Worksheet- Cardinal Directions: Answer Key 5. Treasur

This product is a series of 5 worksheets walking students through the stages of writing a newspaper article. They start by brainstorming two possible topics they might want to write about, they move on the planning the 5W's of their article as well as the details and other information they will include, they then fill out a rough draft to edit. There is also a blank template for the writing of a good copy and space for a drawing or photo. Contents: -Brainstorming -Planning: The 5W’s -Planning

A variety of writing activities to use for Remembrance Day. Students read the poem In Flanders Fields, and answer reflection questions about how it makes them feel, what line they think is the most powerful, and why this poem is read on Remembrance Day. Brainstorming additional words to add to the Remembrance Day Word Bank students write a thank you letter to a veteran, fallen soldier, or peacekeeper. There is a choice of either a 'Thank You' or 'Peace' poppy writing activity, where students f

Use these handouts to help your students build their organization skills. Contents -Flowchart: So there's going to be a test...now what? -Flowchart: So I have an assignment...now what? -Organization Checklist (morning, school, evening, weekly) -Binder Organization Checklist -Study Space Checklist -Things I need to do/Things I want to do student reflection -Weekly To-Do Organizer -To-Do Checklist -Today: Numbered Checklist -Weekly Homework Organizer -Break It Down: Assignment Organizer -Blank

This three page handout contains brief description and example of what a shape poem is, and two practice exercises for students to try writing their own shape poem. This product can also be purchased as part of my Poetry Bundle: Introduction to Diamante, Haiku, and Shape Poems If you have any questions about this product please do not hesitate to contact me through the Q&A section. -Elizabeth

Students reinforce their understanding of fact vs. opinion statements in this fun, fast paced activity. Students scoot from one card to the next as they determine wether the pumpkin themed statement is a fact or an opinion. (Please note that while Halloween is not mentioned, jack-o-lanterns are mentioned on two cards). You Might Also Like: • Owl Themed Fact & Opinion Scoot • Fall Morning Work- Math & Literacy Worksheets • Introduction To Bias: Understanding Fact vs. Opinion, Perspective, & Bi

In this game students review their knowledge of basic map skills including the following topics: -Intermediate and cardinal directions. -Types of maps (planimetric, thematic, topographic). -The four basic map elements (title, scale, legend, compass rose). A recording sheet for student answers is provided as well as an answer key. You Might Also Like: • Map Skills Package • Supplemental Map Skills Materials If you have any comments or questions please do not hesitate to contact me through