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The Tale of Despereaux: Book the Second Assessment

Steve Hiles — Tue, 21 Nov 2023 17:42:34 +0000

This resource includes fifteen open-ended questions that will foster critical thinking and encourage students to write in complete sentences. The assessment also includes five multiple-choice & five fill-in-the-blank for a total of twenty-five test questions in all. Vocabulary words will encourage students to write the definition, use the word in a sentence, and illustrate the word. Students will have the opportunity to write a summary, illustrate their favorite part of the story, and write a prediction.

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Veterans Day Activities

Steve Hiles — Tue, 21 Nov 2023 17:42:34 +0000

Features

Page 1 – Cover
Page 2 – Thank you & credits
Page 3 – Reading passage (108 words) (student use)
Page 4 – Comprehension questions (5) (student use)
Page 5 – Teacher answer key
Page 6 – Veterans Day word scramble (14) (student use)
Page 7 – Teacher answer key (word scramble)
Page 8 – Lesson plan (what is a veteran?)
Page 9 – “What is a veteran” worksheet (student use)
Page 10 – “What is a veteran” star activity (student use)
Page 11 – Veterans Day Acrostic Poem (lesson plan)
Page 12 – Veterans Day Acrostic Poem worksheet (student use)
Page 13 – Veterans Day Thank you Banner & Writing Prompt (lesson plan)
Page 14 – Salute a Veteran template (student use)
Page 15 – Respond to a writing prompt (student use)
Page 16 – TOU

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Writing Workshop Companion: The Red Book

Steve Hiles — Tue, 21 Nov 2023 17:42:34 +0000

This resource includes the following quantities of words per each part of speech:

Action verbs (156), adverbs (102), adjectives (152), nouns (178), transition devices (52), concluding phrases (12), word substitutes for “said” (40), and “stuff” (15).
Finally, each part of speech will be accompanied with a dozen examples of sentences not beginning with the personal pronoun “I.”
“The Red Book,” will be an asset to any classroom’s Literacy Center, fostering children’s exploration of word choices. Blank notebook sheets are provided in the packet for students to add additional words. For me, having a copy on each student’s desk, served as a true writing companion during the revising & editing process.

Note: I encourage all my buyers to read the product description carefully and look at the preview of the product, so that they will be clear on what is and is not included in the product!

**This product download is a Zip File that contains a folder with two PDF files: (1) Writing Workshop Companion and (2) Let’s Write a Book**

**Be sure that your software application will allow you to copy/paste and edit the product PDF file.**

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Thanksgiving ELA Lessons: Grades (K-2)

Steve Hiles — Tue, 21 Nov 2023 17:42:29 +0000

This Thanksgiving resource comes complete with two Thanksgiving ELA Lessons.

Thanksgiving Reading lesson: "The First Thanksgiving" comes complete with an 11-slide PowerPoint presentation. Material is provided along with the accompanying common core standards.
ELA Writing Lesson: "What is a Noun?" comes complete with an 18-slide PowerPoint presentation. A materials list is provided along with the accompanying common core standards.

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Project Based Learning Bundle: Grades 3-5

Steve Hiles — Tue, 21 Nov 2023 17:42:17 +0000

Bonus product: The Math Scrapbook Project (included free!)

Here is what’s included in the bundle:

The Math Scrapbook Project consists of twelve math objectives encompassing number sense, fractions, measurement, and geometry. This activity is geared more toward a teacher summative assessment of skills previously taught. The length of time for completing these project activities is determined by the teacher. Students may choose to complete any of the objectives that they desire. I have always stipulated that a certain amount of objectives must be accomplished by the established deadline. Rigor is met by requiring students to explain their thinking by providing graphs, charts, tables, and or visuals along with their solutions. I have found that this activity works very well with ELL and gifted students as well. Differentiating is easily met by tailoring the objectives to meet students “where they are.” I hope that you enjoy it. Thank you!

Math Scrapbook Project (Free Resource)

Let’s Write a Book!

Do you want to increase student engagement while integrating creativity and writing skills? Have your students write their own books! In “Let’s Write a Book!” you can introduce your students to the various parts of a book through descriptions and templates. There are also ideas to use in your own classroom and book styles to try with your students. Allow your students to use their imaginations, creativity, and writing skills to create a project that will highlight their skills and grab their attention until the very last page!

Here’s what’s included in this resource:

(1) Comprehensive descriptions of six common sections of a book.

(2) Five ideas describing how to incorporate mini-books into your classroom.

(3) Descriptions about each book idea, along with helpful templates and graphic organizers.

(4) Directions for creating three different types of mini-books. Students will learn two ways to bind a mini-book with ribbon or string and how to create an accordion-style book.

Project Based Learning: Let’s Write a Book

The Tennessee (any state) Portfolio Project

The Tennessee History project takes a constructivist approach to student learning. This portfolio project is an excellent tool for evaluating and assessing students. This resource comes complete with 13 different assignments- including a miscellaneous assignment which must be approved by the teacher.

Also, included in this packet is a pdf file, a grading rubric, and an editable powerpoint–for those teachers who want to add/change the assignments or for those teachers who reside in other states.

This resource has an editable component so that teachers can adapt the requirements contained herein to accommodate any state!

Project-Based Learning: Tennessee History Project

The Vacation Portfolio Project

The vacation portfolio project takes a constructivist approach to student learning and discovery. This resource provides an excellent tool for evaluating and assessing student outcomes. This project can easily be adapted for differentiated instruction as well as for our ELL students.

Vacation Portfolio Project

This resource comes with specific directions for the completion of all six task objectives. Included is a list of expectations following each of the tasks assigned.

Also included in this packet is a rubric checklist for assessing student work.

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Project-Based Learning: Vacation Portfolio (Grades 3-5)

Steve Hiles — Tue, 21 Nov 2023 17:42:17 +0000

These activities take on a constructivist approach to student learning and discovery. This resource provides an excellent tool for evaluating and assessing student outcomes. This project can easily be adapted for differentiated instruction and our ELL students.

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Labor Day Activities! Grades 3-4

Steve Hiles — Tue, 21 Nov 2023 17:42:11 +0000

This resource will enable your students to learn about the history of Labor Day while celebrating and thanking workers in their own lives. Students will also think about their own future in the workforce through hands-on activities and reflection.

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Emergency Sub Plans Gr 3-5

Steve Hiles — Tue, 21 Nov 2023 17:42:05 +0000

Features

Two full day’s of lesson plans
8 comprehensive lessons
50 minute lessons in ELA, Math, Science & Social Studies
Promotes collaboration & creativity
Step-by-step format
Printable handouts
Answer keys
Tips for the sub
Maze activity
Word search activity
Black/white & color PDF versions included
15 printable documents ranging from editable attendance lists, to passes and helpful hints for your sub.

This product download is a ZIP file that will extract a folder that contains 3 files. Two of the files are PDF’s which includes both Black/white & color versions of the resource. The third file is an editable PowerPoint file that can be used to customize attendance lists and passes.

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End of School Year Activities Book

Steve Hiles — Tue, 21 Nov 2023 17:42:05 +0000

Keep your students actively engaged until the end of school with these activities.

This resource is divided into three parts: (1) in-class activities and projects, (2) writing prompts, and (3) handouts. The in-class activities promote kinesthetic learning as students are interacting with each other and curricular themes in a physical way. The projects highlight collaboration and cross-curricular connections as students work together in creative and imaginative ways. The book's writing prompts allow students to reflect on their year, set goals for the next school year, and express their thoughts through writing. The handouts included in the book cover a wide range of curricular content including math concepts, reading, poetry, and geography.

The materials in this book will bring effective and fun activities, projects, and lessons into your classroom, keeping your students engaged until the final bell!

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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Lessons & Activities: Grade 3-5

Steve Hiles — Tue, 21 Nov 2023 17:41:59 +0000

The activities provided in this resource includes three activities that will engage your students in reflective and creative ways as they learn about American history and civil rights. Through discussion, reflection, and poetry, students will think about and respond to MLK Jr.'s "I have a dream" speech, reflect on ways they can make his dreams come true, and write poetry based on the theme of equality. Utilize these activities in your classroom as you celebrate and honor the man and his dreams for America's future.

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