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This is a detailed lesson plan that covers the Wonder's story "One Hen" in 9 days. It is not a replica of the teacher's edition that just lists an objective and page #'s. This is a detailed plan that was created by me that includes daily elements that are great if you are being observed: video links, exit ticket questions and things you won't find in the series that bring the lessons to the next level! It really breaks down the story page by page and takes all the work out of it. There are no fa

22 slide bright and colorful powerpoint. Used during an observation and got innovating! Starts out with defining what a tessellation is with examples. Then covers the three regular polygons that tessellate with an explanation of why including pictures. This power point also cover irregular polygons that tessellate, as well as, M.C. Escher tessellations. It is minion themed and includes an exit slip and a list of tessellation websites for games. This really is the all inclusive tessellation set t

Dissect the plant world with this easy lab. All you need are flowers and a magnifying glass!

Getting observed? Or just want to have fun while you teach meaningful lessons? This is your answer! It is a detailed, 5-day lesson plan for the Wonder's story "Camping with the President." It breaks the story down into 3-page chunks with meaningful fun activities that are sure to wow for an observation. This is NOT a replica of the teacher's edition plan with just objectives, assignments and page numbers but an explanation that is useful for substitutes and teachers new to the series...or those

41 Domains..ugh! So what can you do in the classroom to show you are using those domains...I cover many strategies in here. This is from a teacher...it is a 3 page guide that will have you covered..trust me I'm a teacher...not an inservice sales person! Suggestion: Have a nice treat for the kids when you are done with the lesson, for example, I might have a bucket of pretzel rods & tell them they are "rodical (radical)!" You can also use stickers or pencils as a reward...keep it inexpensive, but

Students choose from 21 universal lab safety rules to create a poster or you assign one rule to each student to have a variety to display/use. When students follow the included rubric, you will have phenomenal lab safety posters to display! The rubric is very specific and covers everything needed for the polished result you want! They are phenomenal student examples included!

This is your go to guide for surviving Math PARCC. The first page is a handout on everything you need to know for the technology aspect of the Math PARCC test. The handout can be given to students, parents, & used by you yourself. It includes what to do before & during the test...straightforward & simple all inclusive tips. After the one page handout is a direction sheet for going through the math PARCC tutorials. The math PARCC tutorials are a better place to start than the practice tests becau

This is a paragraph by paragraph walk through to a completed haunted house descriptive writing. It is so specific that it eliminates writer's block and the thousand questions students come up with about what they have to do. It doesn't give it all away though! Fun and thorough with a completed example included.

Parcc reading step by step strategy guide for students. I bought minion gummy snack packs to give out as a reward while going through this with the kids! Check out my PARCC math guide, too!

Step by step guide for students to a completed writing about why they are the last pumpkin in the field. Eliminate writer's block and questions with this guide and have fun! My students love this one!

Getting observed? Do you want to have fun but also provide meaningful reading instruction? This is the place for you! This is a detailed, 5-day lesson plan for the Wonder's story "Second Day, First Impressions" It breaks the story down into 3-page chunks with instruction suggestions that are awesome for an observation. This is NOT a replica of the teacher's edition plan with just objectives, assignments and page numbers but an explanation that is useful for substitutes and teachers new to the se

Cell Part Poster Analogy Project with rubric and example included. Students write the name of their assigned cell part at the top of their poster with a definition. Then, they draw a detailed, colorful picture of their cell part in the center of their poster. Finally, they draw real life analogies for their cell part. For example, nucleus as the cell director is like our president who directs the country. Other analogies for a nucleus: principal, boss, president, Mr. Crabs (spongebob)

This is a detailed lesson plan that covers the Wonder's story "The Boy Who Invented T.V." in 5 days. It is not a replica of the teacher's edition that just lists an objective and page #'s. This is a detailed plan that was created by me that includes daily elements that are great if you are being observed: video links, exit ticket questions and things you won't find in the series that bring the lessons to the next level! It really breaks down the story page by page and takes all the work out of i

Minion themed Periodic Table of Elements Study Guide and Test all in one. Great for unit on atoms/periodic table, etc. My students do well on this every year. Includes common elements/symbols, like Oxygen, but some more challenging ones that are important for life also. ANSWER KEY INCLUDED

Paragraph by paragraph guide to a completed persuasive letter about why they should be chosen as one of Santa's elves. Eliminates writer's block and the thousand questions they usually ask about what they have to do. Have fun!

Students will use manilla drawing or other sturdy 12 by 18 paper to create their own easter baskets. They will practice their measuring skills and have fun at the same time. Nice break from testing! Attached parent letter to send home about supplying the easter grass and candy to fill the basket.

This includes interesting types of camouflage that are beyond the basic but understandable for any age level. Challenging but fun! I created this for an announced observation and got a score of innovating!

Here's a tasty way to familiarize students with the parts of a plant cell. I play Kool and the Gang's "Celebration" song for added fun. Parent letter included for supplies. Cell-e-brate Plants!

This is a Google Slide show (or) Power point "End of the Marking Period" project. You can also just have students answer the posed questions and not do a Google slide/powerpoint. This 2 page packet includes guided questions that have students reflect on their learning. It is meant for teachers who teach ALL subjects. It is appropriate for 4th grade and up. Any younger might find it too difficult. My students LOVE creating Google slide shows. This is a packet that you can just hand them and have

Students will make a partial model of their backbone to give them a hands on approach to understanding the purpose of cartilage & how our backbone really looks! Invite a local chiropractor in to speak to your students about the back, neck, etc & how to keep their skeletal system healthy!!