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Middle school other (ELA) simulations
The Mystery of Harris Burdick Simulation
Engage your students in an exciting mystery simulation based on Chris Van Allsburg's book (The Mysteries of Harris Burdick) where YOU become the Chief of Police, and your students become first-rate detectives! Students will delve into a mystery that at first seems to have no solution, but through open-ended questioning and investigation through role-play, your students will come to a conclusion and arrest the culprit — maybe.
Every mystery is different since the students use their creativity to
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3rd - 7th
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Living on One Dollar (2013): Video Guide and Simulation
This discounted bundle includes a "Living on One Dollar" simulation and complete video guide. Everything you need to bring this movie and concept alive for the students! Minimal prep needed! Enjoy!This 13-question documentary guide will help your students get the most out of this powerful film. This film can be used to discuss poverty, global solutions to poverty, and systemic issues that keep people in poverty. You might be interested in purchasing the bundle pack, which includes a "Living on
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8th - 11th
Crime Scene Investigation Reports Bundle Worksheets - True Crime - For Any Text
Unlock the door to real-world learning experiences with this Crime Scene Reports Bundle! It's the secret ingredient you've been missing for immersive learning that brings text and characters to life. This resource is perfect for inferencing skills, mock trials, pretend investigations, or any scenario where your students can put their critical thinking and creativity to the test.Included are three versatile templates in PRINT and DIGITAL:✅ Police/Incident Report: Dive deep into the world of law e
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7th - 10th
Shark Tank Project - Completely editable!
This resource is completely editable!! You will download a hard copy. On the directions page, follow the link to the editable resource to make it work for you and your classroom!Practice persuasive skills in a real and engaging way!Based on the hit TV show, Shark Tank, students prepare a pitch for their product to a panel of investors. Students will have directions, helpful guides, and a rubric to develop their project. Will they be able to convince the judges? Transform your classroom into
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3rd - 8th
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The Outsiders - A Murder Mystery - interactive role playing game
Murder Mystery based from the book/movie The Outsiders by SE Hinton. This product is an 82 page file to conduct a murder mystery as many times as you like. It can be used in any middle or high school classroom. It could also be used in a home for a Murder Mystery party or event. Included in this product:14, 5 page, individual character packetsQuestions for the Drive-in & Questions for the ParkRole Request SheetGame slipsSetting scenarios for the Drive-in & the Park.Evidence A & B
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7th - 12th, Adult Education, Staff
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Animal Farm Activity Bundle - Includes Mock Trial - Unit Plan - George Orwell
Immerse your students in the captivating world of Animal Farm by George Orwell with these FIVE resources! Encourage close reading, foster critical thinking, and spark lively discussions as students delve into the characters and events of the novel.Here are resources included in this bundle:⭐️ Animal Farm Character Trading CardsEach card features a vibrant illustration of a key character from the novel, along with essential details and quotes. Engage your students as they collect, analyze, and di
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7th - 10th
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Tuck Everlasting Escape Room - Can you find the spring?
Step into the future of literature exploration with our digital escape room adventure centered around the timeless classic, "Tuck Everlasting." In this immersive experience designed for students, embark on a thrilling journey through time using the school's latest invention: a state-of-the-art time machine.will assume the roles of intrepid time travelers, venturing into the distant future where the legend of the immortal Tuck family still echoes through the ages. Your mission? To locate the fabl
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5th - 7th
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Percy Jackson: The Lightning Thief - Camp Half-Blood Outdoor Relay Races
Did your students LOVE reading Rick Riordan's Percy Jackson and The Olympians: The Lightning Thief? Continue the fun with this outdoor relay styled competition with your students!We typically run this activity for 120 minutes, but it can easily be split up and adapted to fit your schedule!Included in this purchase:- Instructions with annotated notes from our own experiences- Diagram of set-up- Eight relay race styled activities- Signage- Certificates- Extension quiz of 20 questions with word/phr
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4th - 8th
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"Lamb to the Slaughter" Mock Trial Project Materials
My 7th grade ELA class combines our argumentative writing unit with a mock trial based on the short story "Lamb to the Slaughter" by Roald Dahl. In our trial, we put the main character Mary Maloney on trial for the murder of her husband. We do two trials per class over the course of two days so every student gets the opportunity to be a part of the trial as well as be a part of the jury. The students assigned to the prosecution teams must argue that Mary Maloney killed her husband with intent. T
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6th - 9th
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Z.A.R.T. Zombie Apocalypse Road Trip Research Report - FULL UNIT! (Geo, writing)
Z.A.R.T. Zombie Apocalypse Road Trip Research ReportTHIS IS A FULL UNIT! Focus is geography and state research.This is a research report that can replace the traditional state report requirement most of us are asked to do each year. It is high interest, relevant to student interests and follows a project based-PBL or UDL style. It can be traditionally taught as well should you wish to have more control. This project can be used in a traditional setting, hybrid or distance learning model. Th
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4th - 7th
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Debate Game with Debating Topics, no preparation for middle-high school debates
Introducing "Debate Dash" - a thrilling and engaging game designed to ignite the sparks of logical reasoning and foster the art of persuasive argumentation among high school students. This dynamic game not only promotes critical thinking but also enhances communication skills and deepens subject knowledge. Perfect for both classroom learning and extracurricular activities, "Debate Dash" offers an exciting platform for students to engage in lively debates while building their intellectual prowess
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7th - 10th
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Day 3 - Weekly Shopping List / Grocery Budget Worksheet
On Day 3 of the Socioeconomic Simulation, students will use real, tangible grocery magazines to determine a weekly shopping list for their profile. After calculating the prices of their groceries for a week, students may multiply by "four" to determine the grocery budget for the month, and update the previous class period's budget accordingly.
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7th - 12th
Also included in: Financial Literacy/Socioeconomic Simulation 5-Day Unit
The Jamestown Colony: Interactive
Build strong content knowledge, while also cultivating critical thinking skills, with this exciting, interactive activity about the Jamestown Colony. Take your students through the dramatic ups and downs of the first British colony on the East Coast of America while they trade shares as investors in the Virginia Company of London. When the final shares have been traded, and profits and losses have been accounted for, use their engagement to spark a critical discussion about the ethics, power r
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5th - 8th
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The Survivor's Utopia
Use this activity to have students design a utopian society! Groups will work together to brainstorm life for citizens of a post-apocalyptic world. They will consider the Systems of Power, Citizen Life, and Culture & Community on behalf of the survivors. This hypothetical scenario will ensure creativity and teamwork for group collaboration around the design of a perfect future.
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6th - 8th
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Animals coloring book
Animals coloring book printable, 8.5 x 11 inches. For children, domesticating animals, 13 pages
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1st - 8th
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Sample or Teaching Model of a Personal Narrative or Personal Memoir
When teaching personal narrative or personal memoir, teachers often wish they had a sample narrative to use as a model. Many stories are too complex or do not fit the plot structure that we expect them to use. Here I created a personal narrative, true to my life, that models and helps students identify many writing techniques we expect students to use, like using transitional phrases, sensory details, dialogue, strong verbs, specific nouns, specific verbs, descriptive writing, and clear elements
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6th - 10th
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Carolina Panthers Virtual Field Trip
Using this resource, you can take your students on a trip through the Carolina Panthers stadium!
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K - 8th
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ELA and Inspiration Posters
Start the school year with these 12 engaging ELA and Inspiration posters
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5th - 8th
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Money Making Decisions
Students will be given a budget that you create. They must choose one option of the five to spend their money on after they pay their bills. Once they make their choice, they must explain why they made their decision. I usually give them an index card with an amount and then write their rent, utilities, car, etc. on it and ask them to make the deductions. You can also give them one amount to save time.
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4th - 8th
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Essay/Argument Writing using the game of FOOTBALL!
Have you ever wondered how to get more buy in when writing essays or having students prepare for a class debate? The answer is by creating a football game out of essay and debate prep! This package includes leveled tasks and outlines for all players on a team from captains, referees, offense, defense and or course special teams. With this package you can take any topic in any subject area you are learning about to assess students writing skills, but also their speaking skills. Not to mention
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6th - 9th
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Virtual Field Trip: Ford's Theatre
In this activity, students will act as an investigator/detective as they observe the interactive website of Ford's Theatre. Students make observations and draw inferences based on their observations. There is also a section of the assignment for students to record any inquiries they have while on their virtual field trip.I always had students complete this as background knowledge before reading "Chasing Lincoln's Killer."
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6th - 8th
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Diálogo académico: Guías para conversar y aprender con otros
Diálogo académico: Guías para conversar y aprender con otrosEste recurso es una herramienta para ayudarles a los estudiantes en clases de lenguaje dual o en clases ensañadas en español para poder conversar con sus compañeros de clase y desarrollar ideas juntos. Estas guías para el diálogo académico están basadas en 5 temas:Compartir ideas y ampliar las ideas de otros (Ejemplo abajo)Clarificar o pedir clarificaciónEstar de acuerdo o no estar de acuerdoDiscutir evidencia o datosResumir ideas y apr
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4th - 12th
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MLA Format Video
Tired of repeating yourself? This video offers the perfect solution!
Short video that takes students through step-by-step instructions on how to format their MS Word document to meet MLA requirements. Encourage students to use this video as a guide whenever they format their papers. Also helpful for struggling students or those who are absent.
Great for students who are new to MLA format or MS Word!
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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