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Writing-essays resources for Montessori
Timeline of Life Research Project
Whether students are studying the Timeline of Life, dinosaurs, fossils, or ancient animals in general, this is a great project for them to practice their research skills.
The student is to choose an ancient animal from their studies that they are interested in learning more about. This could be a creature from as early as the Cambrian Period such as the trilobite or from as late as the Tertiary Period such as the mastodon.Once they have chosen their animal, they will use the Timeline of Life
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2nd - 5th
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Attributes of Two-Dimensional Shapes Project-Based Learning
Attributes of Two-Dimensional Shapes Project-Based LearningThis project-based learning activity is a great way for students to demonstrate their understanding of the various attributes of polygons. Students complete shape attribute charts on two shapes of their choice (choosing from the 15 shape cards provided). Students then use their charts to complete a Venn Diagram in which they compare and contrast the attributes of their two shapes. Finally, students are provided with a structured writi
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Grades:
3rd - 4th
3rd grade Montessori opinion writing prompts worksheets and graphic organizer
Needing 3rd grade Montessori Opinion writing prompts and writing activities that can be used as in your Montessori Work Cycle, writing centers, writing station and even independent work and homework for your 3rd graders even 2nd, 4th and 5th grade? Make expository opinion writing prompts fun with these engaging, hands-on low prep writing prompts Printable! This set of opinion writing prompts includes 30 low-prep Montessori Themed opinion writing prompts and are perfect for mastering writing an
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1st - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Animal Research Work for Lower Elementary (Montessori-Based)
Animal Research PacketThese worksheets guides students through the following research of an animal of their choice:ClassificationLife CycleHabitatDietPredatorsPhysical CharacteristicsInteresting FactsParts and FunctionsThis is a great optional work for Montessori students, as they are asked to study the classifications of animals, their external and internal parts, and the functions of these parts. The worksheets become more complex as the grade level is increased.First Grade Focus: External Par
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Grades:
1st - 3rd
4 SQUARE WRITING (2ND-3RD GRADE)
- Over 100 pages of 2nd and 3rd grade writing tools/resources- Utilizes the 4 Square Writing Method with a color coded pattern to help students learn paragraph writing- Teaches the four writing styles: opinion, explanatory, informative, narrative- Includes 120 journal writing prompts
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2nd - 3rd
Welcome to the Rainforest - COMPLETE UNIT
Introduce and explore the rainforest using this comprehensive unit. Each of the 12 lessons are ready to print and present. Then utilize the attached sheets for follow-up, assessments, or enrichment. At the end of the unit, watch the Disney movie, Rio, and encourage the students to uncover the food web within while also writing a persuasive essay.
Work includes:
*Welcome to the Rainforest
*Layers of the Rainforest
*Rainforest Adaptations
*Fundamental Needs
*Life Cycle of a Plant
*Parts of a
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Grades:
1st - 5th
Also included in:Â Habitat Studies BUNDLE
Michael Strouth Art Lesson Chicken Folk Art
This lesson introduces Illustration artist Michael Strouth, known for his contributions to Sesame Street. The lesson is perfect for 1st grade through 4th grade with some variations. Students will have the opportunity to explore directed line drawing and working with color, line and pattern. The lesson will invite the students to create a beautiful unique art piece. You can use this lesson in the following ways:a unit on illustration 30-45 minute sub plansa simple design that helps to build a st
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Grades:
1st - 4th
4TH, 5TH, 6TH GRADE WRITING + GRAPHIC ORGANIZERS
Students use these graphic organizers to draft paragraphs and/or essays for the various writing styles (argumentative/persuasive, informative, descriptive, narrative). Transition/connecter words, word lists, and step by step editing/revising guidelines are included. Several "artifacts" are provided to demonstrate completed 5 Box graphic organizers. This product also include 120 journal writing prompts. These writing tools have been successfully implemented in a public Montessori school for over
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Grades:
3rd - 9th
Argumentative Essay Assignment with Rubric
Directions: Following the below prompts, you will create two practice argumentative essays, both Rehearse grades. You then will create one final culminating argumentative essay (perform grade) following the below prompt. Use the rubric and outline below to guide your writing, research, and planning.Objective:  To continue to work on and master the following standards:Considering Point of view, purpose, style through the analysis of a textAnalyzing and evaluating structure and argument
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11th - 12th
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Parts of a Paragraph
Use the first sheet as a teaching poster. I print mine out on ledger paper and laminate it. This is the first period of the Montessori lesson. The second period is to identify the parts (find the catchy topic sentence), and the third part is to write their own. I've used this for both Lower and Upper Elementary students.
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K - 7th
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My MMUN Position Paper Support
Preparing students for the Montessori Model United Nations conference can be daunting, especially as you try to navigate balancing the autonomy students crave with the importance of internet safety and research skills.Teaching effective position paper writing can be even more challenging. How do you teach argumentation and essay writing skills while also teaching the specific conventions of a position paper for the United Nations? How do you ensure students know what to do next after you have gi
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4th - 9th
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Graphic Organizer: Venn Diagram & Compare & Contrast Elementary Writing Map
Graphic Organizer: Venn Diagram & Compare & Contrast Elementary Writing Map - VETERAN Montessori-inspired printable Writing help (2 pages): What is a compare-and-contrast essay? This graphic organizer guides young writers to:Visually represent the similarities and differences between two conceptsPresent a point of view or argument on the topicGather supporting evidence • Plan, organize and execute a compare and contrast essay.Comparison in writing discusses elements that are similar, wh
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Grades:
4th - 6th
Animal Research Packet for Third Grade (Montessori-Based)
Animal Research PacketThis packet guides students through the following research of an animal of their choice:ClassificationLife CycleHabitatDietPredatorsPhysical CharacteristicsInteresting FactsParts and FunctionsThis is a great optional work for Montessori students, as they are asked to study the classifications of animals, their external and internal parts, and the functions of these parts. In third grade, they focus heavily on invertebrates. This packet provides space for the student to draw
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3rd
Also included in:Â Animal Research Work for Lower Elementary (Montessori-Based)
Writing a 5 Paragraph Research Essay - Lesson Plans & Materials
Essay writing can be intimidating, but it doesn't have to be! Originally designed for the Montessori Upper Elementary classroom, these lessons break down research-based writing to a simple formula, giving learners an approachable introduction to a high-level skill. After completing these simple introductory lessons, my students were begging to do more!Perfect for 5th and 6th graders, this versatile unit is also simple enough to introduce to 4th graders with support and has been enjoyed in middle
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5th - 8th
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all my graphics that I need before writing
all my graphics that I need before writing you find 10 sheets for your students and your children to master the graphic gesture and have flexibility and fine motor skills to facilitate writing for kindergarten children because a good writing starts with lots of graphics these worksheets are suitable for children aged 3 to 5 years old.
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PreK
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Essay Composition- 1 paragraph
We use this as an outline template with Essay Composition. Students then show the teacher, and rewrite it in paragraph form on notebook paper (double spacing). This is their rough draft for editing. Once edited, they write it in their best handwriting, using ink pen, double spacing. The final draft is typed.
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Grades:
K - 4th
People & Social Class Throughout History: Guided Questions, Draft, & Rubric
Study of People & Social Class Throughout History: Includes:Detailed guided questionsDetailed rubric with self-assessment + teacher assessment Final Draft cover page + lined pages for writingUsed in the 2022-2023 school year with my upper elementary students. Requires pre-teaching about social class, race, and equity and their impacts on people.
Grades:
4th - 8th
Multiparagraph Autobiography Writing
If your students have proven they can write a complete paragraph, don't stop there! Use this resource with your students who are working on writing multi-paragraphs of information. This resource helps students write an autobiography about themselves! They use checklists on each page to write a complete paragraph, leaving out no important information! Then, once each page and paragraph is approved by the teacher, they combine it all into the final draft! Your students will LOVE using the checklis
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2nd - 4th
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Types of Topic Sentences Charts
This chart provides 5 different kinds of topic sentences with definitions and examples to guide students. There are to charts per page so that students can use the half sheet on its on or paste it into their writing notebook. I also keep a laminated version on my language shelf.
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Grades:
4th - 10th
9/11 Remembrance Day Word Search
9/11 Remembrance Day Word SearchIncludes vocabulary words and a summary page for students to read through and work on quietly if the teacher chooses a quiet activity or discussion about the event.2 pages (one word search, one vocabulary page)Answer Key Included
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5th - 7th
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Stretch 1 Step Up to Writing Paragraph into a 5 Paragraph Essay with video link
Once students are confident planning 1 Step Up to Writing Paragraph, these outlines along with this video: https://youtu.be/yT9Uq3uJWXU, will help them make the leap into writing simple descriptive 5 paragraph essays independently.
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Grades:
3rd - 5th
Women's History Biographic Research Report
Women's History Biographic Research Report Includes:Portrait pageBiography Report Writing Template (with subtitles for writing)Bibliography Detailed RubricDetailed Student Self-Assessment & ReflectionUsed in my upper elementary classroom - easy for students to follow independently. After my students completed the Black History Research report with guided questions (also in my store), I did not give them guided questions for this report. (moving from concrete to abstract)
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4th - 6th
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Animal Project Research Questions
Students love animals! Here is a ready-to-print animal project for students in Junior or Senior Elementary (Grades 3 to 6). Vocabulary is for good readers. Works well with or as a follow-up to the zoology Who Am I? card material.
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3rd - 6th
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Biome Research Essay- Graphic Organizer
This is a graphic organizer for a biome research essay. This is a second step for students to turn their research into an essay. Support is given for the the paragraph structure with the guiding bullet points at the top.
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Grades:
1st - 3rd
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