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Here is a great toolkit to add to your resources if you are using Restorative Circles or plan on trying them. It includes a T-Chart of student role and Teacher role, a letter to parents about Restorative Circles, a planning sheet for lessons, an example plan, and a brainstorm sheet for students so that they can help decide on a talking piece. If you are wanting to create a positive classroom and prove to your principal that you are highly effective this toolkit should help you begin this proce

Description Kickstart your day with our innovative Morning Meeting Lesson Bundle! Designed to seamlessly integrate into your classroom routine, this bundle 4 of units of 2 weeks. Topics include: creativity, critical thinking, gratitude and teamwork. Our no-prep lessons are thoughtfully crafted to fit into a 20-minute lesson but offer the flexibility to be divided over two days, suiting your unique classroom needs. Each lesson includes captivating images that resonate with kids. Each lesson i

Description Description Kickstart your day with our innovative Morning Meeting Lesson Bundle! Designed to seamlessly integrate into your classroom routine, this bundle 8 of units of 2 weeks. Topics include: creativity, critical thinking, gratitude, kindness, empathy, conflict resolution, determination, and teamwork. Our no-prep lessons are thoughtfully crafted to fit into a 20-minute lesson but offer the flexibility to be divided over two days, suiting your unique classroom needs. Each lesson

Explore the world of logical fallacies with our concise and engaging slideshow designed for grades 4-5. This presentation covers key fallacies like Ad Hominem, Bandwagon, Straw Man, and False Cause through simple explanations and vibrant illustrations. Perfect for fostering critical thinking and discussion in the classroom, it's an essential tool for teaching students how to identify and understand common errors in reasoning. Ideal for educators seeking to enhance their students' debating and

This helpful tool will assist your students to dig deeper while watching the movie Wall-E. Use it as a discussion piece. Discuss how the parts impact the whole. Students will be expected to think analytically about the impact of our choices and how it relates to the environment and our health. Also, they will be challenged to think about how it relates to space exploration. Don't just show a movie. Use a movie to teach! Please rate me if you enjoyed the freebie.

Kickstart your day with our innovative Morning Meeting Lesson Bundle! Designed to seamlessly integrate into your classroom routine, this bundle 4 of units of 2 weeks. Topics include: empathy, determination, kindness, and conflict resolution. Our no-prep lessons are thoughtfully crafted to fit into a 20-minute lesson but offer the flexibility to be divided over two days, suiting your unique classroom needs. Each lesson includes captivating images that resonate with kids. Each lesson includes

Critical Thinking Activity Book, I notice and I wonder, is a dynamic critical thinking activity book perfect for homeschoolers, and all students eager to enhance cognitive abilities. Present the PDF and complete as a class, or print it for individual students' use. This concise guide includes 75 total activities: 25 for creativity25 for mathematical thinking 25 for vocabulary enhancement. Ideal for advanced, gifted learners and all students aiming to improve their thinking skills, it's an esse

DescriptionIntroduce a dynamic start to your classroom mornings with our two-week morning meeting plan, ideal for grades 3rd and up. This engaging program includes a daily routine of a morning message, greeting, sharing time, activity, and a thoughtful closing. Designed with vivid visuals and interactive elements, it encourages active participation and critical thinking. The plan features captivating activities and a short film, ensuring each meeting is not only educational but also highly en

Personalized Bingo Cards: Community Builder Activity Get Bingo cards specifically designed for your classroom or staff. Create a Bingo to help students learn each other's names, or cool interesting facts about your students, or for your staff members. This is a fun way to help build community. Let me do the design work while you have fun! It's easy. Once you have purchased the product you will download the PDF file, click on the link and complete the form for your personalized Bingo cards!

One Crossword of Plot TermsExplore 12 plot terms for the gifted student with this engaging crossword puzzle! This isn't your typical vocabulary exercise – each clue is crafted as a sentence frame, challenging students to delve deep into their understanding of each term and apply critical thinking skills. Perfect as an exciting pre-test or a reflective post-test, this crossword is designed to assess students' grasp of plot concepts in a dynamic and enjoyable way. For instance, consider this cl

DescriptionIntroduce a dynamic start to your classroom mornings with our two-week morning meeting plan, ideal for grades 3rd and up. This engaging program includes a daily routine of a morning message, greeting, sharing time, activity, and a thoughtful closing. Designed with vivid visuals and interactive elements, it encourages active participation and critical thinking. The plan features captivating read-aloud, a short video, and fun critical thinking activities, ensuring each meeting is not

Introduce a dynamic start to your classroom mornings with our two-week morning meeting plan, ideal for grades 3rd and up. This engaging program includes a daily routine of a morning message, greeting, sharing time, activity, and a thoughtful closing. Designed with vivid visuals and interactive elements, it encourages active participation and critical thinking. The plan features captivating, graphic organizers for discussions,a game, and short films, ensuring each meeting is not only educatio

Kindness Crew Morning Meetings: Introduce a dynamic start to your classroom mornings with our two-week morning meeting plan, ideal for grades 3rd and up. This engaging program includes a daily routine of a morning message, greeting, sharing time, activity, and a thoughtful closing. Designed with vivid visuals and interactive elements, it encourages active participation and critical thinking. The plan features a captivating poem, and short films, ensuring each meeting is not only educational

Get All Three Units for a great Price! Advanced literacy for one price. MLK, The Wright Brothers, and Titanic All Units IncludeKey Features:Engaging Reading Intro: A captivating hook that immediately draws students into the literacy-integrated unit. Interactive Reader's Theater: Brings each story to life, enhancing comprehension and engagement through dynamic group reading activities.Math Extensions: Unique activities that connect mathematical concepts to innovation, offering a different lens t

Description Introduce a dynamic start to your classroom mornings with our two-week morning meeting plan, ideal for grades 3rd and up. This engaging program includes a daily routine of a morning message, greeting, sharing time, activity, and a thoughtful closing. Designed with vivid visuals and interactive elements, it encourages active participation and critical thinking. The plan features a poem, song, interesting facts, and short films, ensuring each meeting is not only educational but also

"The Three Ralphs" is an engaging and heartwarming video that follows three very different characters, each named Ralph, as they navigate the challenges and joys of working together. The tale emphasizes the importance of understanding, cooperation, and celebrating each other's unique strengths. Perfect for the beginning of the school year, this video helps teachers set the tone for a positive classroom community. By highlighting themes of diversity, empathy, and teamwork, "The Three Ralphs" enco

One Crossword of Poetry TermsExplore 12 literary terms for the gifted student (GATE) with this engaging crossword puzzle! This isn't your typical vocabulary exercise – each clue is crafted as a sentence frame, challenging students to delve deep into their understanding of each term and apply critical thinking skills. Perfect as an exciting pre-test or a reflective post-test, this crossword is designed to assess students' grasp of poetry concepts in a dynamic and enjoyable way. For instance, c

Nonfiction Terms Crossword Challenge (Advance and Gifted Learners)Explore essential nonfiction terms with this engaging crossword puzzle designed for students. Each clue is a sentence frame, encouraging students to apply their knowledge and think critically. Great for a class activity or a review, this crossword tests students' understanding of nonfiction concepts in an interactive way. For example, a clue might be: 'In my science essay, I checked the ___ of the references to ensure their reliab

Introducing A Boston Tea Party UnitStep back in time to the turbulent era of the American Revolution with our comprehensive unit on the Boston Tea Party! Designed for small group literacy instruction or whole class instruction. This engaging unit offers a dynamic approach to learning about this pivotal moment in history. Key Features:1. Reader's Theater - 3 Levels for Differentiation: Our unit includes Reader's Theater scripts at three different reading levels, allowing you to tailor instruct

Introducing A Columbian Exchange UnitDifferentiate your lessons with the three leveled scripts. Perfect for small guided reading. Each play has 6 parts. Add fun activities to your unit. Step back in time to learn about the Columbian Exchange. Key Features:1. Reader's Theater - 3 Levels for Differentiation: Our unit includes Reader's Theater scripts at three different reading levels, allowing you to tailor instruction to meet the diverse needs of your students. From emerging readers to advanced