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Middle school informational text projects for special education
Build A Tiny House! Project Based Learning for Geometry and Math
If you’ve been watching TV or reading magazines, chances are you've seen a tiny house. These little homes are everywhere...and now, we're asking students to make their own 3D version! Build A Tiny House is a project based learning (PBL) activity that'll put the designing into the hands of the students. Students will dive deep to show they understand the how (and why) math concepts such as area, perimeter, and geometry are used in building a home. This project integrates multiple elements such a
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2nd - 7th
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Also included in:Â Project Based Learning MEGA Bundle: 14 Full-Scale Hands-On Projects!
Constitution Unit
The Constitution is so much fun to teach! Are you looking for a fresh, engaging, active Constitution unit? You've found it! The activities in this unit will not only help your students learn about the Constitution… they will bring excitement and engagement to your classroom! All of the activities included in this unit are student favorites! ** This unit was recently revised! **Contents of this unit: Pages 3-5: Articles of Confederation-Passage and Cloze ActivityPages 6-8: Creating a Constitution
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4th - 6th
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Also included in:Â Constitution Bundle
Run A Food Truck PBL, Project Based Learning Activity
Welcome to the FOOD TRUCK business! More and more food trucks are becoming high priorities in the eating world. Whether it’s a lunch crowd or a spot by a concert, food trucks are in high demand. Plus, the food isn’t just good...it’s great. Now students can create their own business using math skills (decimals, area, and perimeter) to make food trucks become a reality. ***THIS RESOURCE IS NOW DIGITAL!***There is a link to a Google Slides Version. Details below.Run A Food Truck is a project based
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3rd - 6th
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Also included in:Â Project Based Learning MEGA Bundle: 14 Full-Scale Hands-On Projects!
Book Activities BUNDLE | Reading Response Fiction Nonfiction | Print & Digital
Book Activities are a fun and engaging way for students to respond to reading and demonstrate comprehension. Book activities encourage students to think outside the box about the different texts they read. Are you ready to take reading responses to the next level?! This resource is a BUNDLE of Book Activities to use with Fiction and Non-Fiction Texts. Printable and Digital options are available. Digital options can be used with Google Slides. There are 20+ activities that can be used with fictio
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3rd - 6th
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Run A Taco Truck, Project Based Learning (PBL) For Print or Distance Learning
Welcome to the TACO TRUCK business! More and more food trucks are becoming high priorities in the eating world. Whether it’s a lunch crowd or a spot by a concert, food trucks are in high demand. Plus, the food isn’t just good...it’s great. Now students can create their own business using math skills (decimals, area, and perimeter) to make taco trucks become a reality. This'll be supreme!***THIS RESOURCE IS NOW DIGITAL!***There is a link to a Google Slides Version. Details below. *This resource
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3rd - 6th
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Also included in:Â Project Based Learning MEGA Bundle: 14 Full-Scale Hands-On Projects!
Project Based Learning: Design A Water Park! (PBL) For Google Classroom/Slides
Project Based Learning: Design A Water Park! Design, Plan, and Organize the park of your dreams!This project integrates elements of research, design, technology, and planning as students build a water park for their town.***This resource is NOW compatible with GOOGLE SLIDES/Classroom***Included is a separate file is a link and instructions to use this resource digitally.You must MAKE A COPY of the file for your own use. Once a copy has been made, it can then be edited to fit your needs.****The
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2nd - 6th
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Ecosystems Brochure Research Project
Students create an brochure to advertise the ecosystem of their choice. What it may be...the tundra, the rainforest, the desert...is up to the student (or you can choose for them)! I love this project each and every year! My students research and complete this entirely at school. These turn out to be an impressive piece of student work to hang up because the students write so much about their topic. Their illustrations catch the eye of people walking by, as well! This pack includes:-Photos of my
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4th - 7th
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Treehouse Construction PBL, A Hands-On Project Based Learning Activity
Dream houses don't have to be on the ground. Some of the best houses having been created in the trees. Treehouses have evolved from simple shacks in the backyard tree to multi-tiered architectural cathedrals in the air...and now your students can make their own. Treehouse Construction is a project based learning activity that asks students to design to design and build a 3D version of their dream treehouse. This project based learning activity focuses on designing elements, using multiple probl
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3rd - 6th
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Also included in:Â Project Based Learning MEGA Bundle: 14 Full-Scale Hands-On Projects!
Country Research Project
Scaffolded printable flip book that can be used for ANY country research project!This resource is now available as a bundle with the matching Google Slides version! Click here to view and save $$$. Perfect for distance learning and hybrid teaching. This resource is also available in a bundle that includes 5 of my best-selling flip book resources! Click here to view and save $$$!Click here to view the digital Google Slides version. This ready-to-print flip book template can be used to scaffol
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3rd - 6th
Also included in:Â Country Research Project Bundle
Ecosystems and Biomes Project - Lapbook & Informational Writing Activity
This resource provides materials for students to create a Biomes Lapbook. Designed with third through sixth graders in mind, this ecosystems & biomes resource includes materials for students to use while conducting research using informational texts, as well as materials for the presentation of their final writing piece, in a Biomes Lapbook. To complete this project, students:• read nonfiction texts,• use a graphic organizer as a prewriting tool to organize their writing,• write informativ
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2nd - 6th
September 11th - 9/11 Reading, Writing, Art & Printable Text 4th, 5th, 6th grade
Discuss the sensitive events of September 11th, 2001 with elementary children. These integrated lesson plans and 9-11 printable texts are age appropriate and emphasize how Americans unite and serve one another during times of tragedy. Teach about Sept.11th while meeting your reading informational text and writing standards too.These plans are also available for grades 1-3. Click here to view.This resource includes lesson plans for students to:Pose inquiry based questions based on 9/11 photograph
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4th - 6th
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Growth Mindset Research Projects - 3D Projects and Activities for Growth Mindset
During this project, students will first learn about growth mindset by reading an informational article about Carol Dweck’s work. Then, they’ll select a famous person in history with a growth mindset. They’ll choose from 14 famous leaders and pioneers in their fields for the basis of their research. Students will research their famous person as they respond to targeted research questions. While researching, they’ll be on the lookout for ways that the famous person had a growth mindset. Next
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4th - 8th
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Project Based Learning, End of Year Create Your Own Map, Create Your Own Country
Are you looking for a project-based learning activity for GEOGRAPHY or MAP SKILLS in your Social Studies classroom? Or an engaging way to blend Social Studies with ELA? This Make Your Own Country project will enthrall your students as they make a country based on what they know and believe should exist! A perfect Project Based Learning experience for the end of the year!The PBL has students using geography, writing, and art. Students review map skills by creating a unique country with 20 lan
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4th - 7th
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Shipwreck Challenge Social Skills Team Building Activities
Are you looking for fun team building activities for your students? This Shipwreck Challenge includes 6 no-prep activities that focus on teamwork, embedded social skills, and creative problem solving. Great for back-to-school, this resource can help build community in your classroom! Digital and printable versions are included.Please note: This resource comes in a zipped folder. You must have a Google account to access the Google Slides. The premise: students have been shipwrecked on an island,
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4th - 8th
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Also included in:Â End of the Year Bundle for Middle School
Speech Unit: Mock TED Talks {3+ Weeks: Writing, Speaking, & Nonfiction}
Want a new, authentic, 21st-century spin on a formal speech unit? Help students analyze, write, and present their own mock TED-style talks in your own classroom conference!* This print-and-go unit fully scaffolds students through a process of building background knowledge, drafting and practicing speeches, and then giving confident final speeches in front of a group of peers. It covers public speaking, writing, AND nonfiction reading!Customize it for your Class:• Adjust the EDITABLE pages to you
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8th - 12th
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Westward Expansion Wagon Project for Oregon Trail Unit
Westward Expansion Wagon Project for Oregon Trail Unit – This creative and hands-on project is a wonderful opportunity for students to show their understanding of pioneers moving west. Learners will create a covered wagon out of construction paper, cardboard, and a shoebox. The bonnet of the wagon will include: • A map of the Oregon or California Trail • A model of a labeled wagon • A list of chores on the trail • A list of entertainment on the trail • Pictures and captions of 4 maj
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3rd - 6th
Also included in:Â Westward Expansion Project Bundle
Informational Text Passages: 30+ Articles for Reading Comprehension + DIGITAL
This resource is designed to help students strengthen their reading, writing, and analyzing skills. The journal is designed with 30+ unique informational text articles written by me, The SuperHERO Teacher! Each article is paired with comprehension questions and a hands-on, interactive project or activity. UPDATE: I have added a digital version of this resource for distance learning!!! It is compatible with Google Slides and Google Classroom! This resource includes: 30+ original informational t
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6th - 8th
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Also included in:Â All Things INFORMATIONAL TEXT Bundle: Nonfiction Activities for Grades 7-12
Scaffolded Natural Disasters Research Project Extreme Weather
Students will research specific facts about a natural disaster and create a brochure (either on paper or digital) about it. Are your students curious about natural disasters like volcanoes and earthquakes? This project will help students learn about different natural disasters around the world. This is great for helping all students access grade level content! Students will love learning about extreme weather and natural disasters in this scaffolded research project.This Natural Disaster Brochur
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8th - 10th
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Also included in:Â Around the World Research Projects Bundle Differentiated Options and STEM
Project Based Learning: Run An Animal Shelter (PBL) Print & Distance Learning
Your local community is going to open an animal shelter and they’ve asked for your students' assistance. These shelters play a crucial role in communities and many roles that go unnoticed but they're important for the welfare of the animal population. Now your students will get to run the show. There will be cats, dogs, and even some surprises. Are your students up to the challenge?***THIS RESOURCE IS NOW DIGITAL for DISTANCE LEARNING***See below for more details on using it with Google Slides.
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3rd - 6th
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Project Based Learning: Endangered Animals (PBL) For Print & Digital Learning
Project Based Learning Activity: Endangered Animal Awareness, Build An AppIn this PBL activity, students will create an app about an animal that is endangered. They will choose the animals, do research, and develop/design an app. The app will showcase how they can synthesize and share information to others.***THIS RESOURCE IS NOW DIGITAL for DISTANCE LEARNING***See below for more details on using it with Google Slides.This packet will walk students through the steps of designing the app. When
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2nd - 6th
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World Cultures Guided Research Project
World Cultures research project. This product has everything you need for your class to complete their world cultures or country research projects (except the researched information). You can use this guided research project with any country of the world.
Go beyond your typical country report! This research project will guide your students to learn and write about their chosen country's:
Introduction
Geography and Climate
Government and Economics
Food and Drink
Values and Beliefs
Family and
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5th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Guided Research Project BUNDLE
Biography in a Bag
Great way to research biographies and present to classmates in an interesting and engaging way. Promotes deep thinking and creativity. After reading a biography or studying a historical figure students complete this two page document and find household items to symbolize the person studied. Items can symbolize character traits, accomplishments, hobbies, etc. Students bring items in bag and are displayed and explained to class along with new information learned about historical figure. Rubric inc
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3rd - 8th
Speech and Language Mouth Craft Activity for Speech Room Decor & Bulletin Boards
Need some speech room decorations for Better Speech-Language and Hearing Month in May or anytime of the school year? Why not make this low-prep speech and language mouth craft as a mixed group lesson and then hang them on a bulletin board!? Celebrate BSLHM with a low-prep speech therapy craft that includes templates for speech sounds m, n, p, b, t, d, k, g, f, v, l, l-blends, s-blends, s, z, sh, ch, th, prevocalic r, r-blends, vocalic r, and multisyllable words. Plus, you will have language targ
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PreK - 6th
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Main Idea and Supporting Details Foldable Activity featuring the Earth
Here is a hands-on, creative way to practice identifying main idea and detail sentences! Your students will match three supporting details to each of the five main idea sentences. This activity is ideal for Earth Day because of its Earth-friendly content, but it can be used at any time throughout the school year. All of the main idea sentences are related to the Earth:Earth has a very specific place in the solar system.The Earth formed billions of years ago.The Earth has four layers.Sometimes na
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3rd - 6th
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Also included in:Â Main Idea and Supporting Details Bundle with Graphic Organizer: 4th 5th 6th
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