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Middle school reading cultural activities
Holidays Around the World | Christmas Around the World
Engage your students in the ultimate Holidays Around the World Activity with these super engaging, high-interest math and literacy activities!This Holidays Around the World Bundle Includes:Holidays Around the World Literacy Activities & Paired TextsHolidays Around the World Math Budgeting Math ProjectChristmas Around the World Task Cards (GREAT for fluency practice!)The Math and Literacy Activities have been designed to work together. As your students plan their trip with the math project, t
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3rd - 6th
Day of the Dead Reading Passage
Kick off your Day of the Dead lessons with this easy, print-and-go, one-page reading passage! It’s perfect for teaching your students the history of Day of the Dead. Help correct the misconception that Day of the Dead is “Mexican Halloween” and teach them the tru meaning behind the holiday. Your Hispanic students will love seeing elements that may reflect their culture. And non-Hispanic students will discover the beauty of another culture.This reading passage is great for supplementing your Día
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4th - 8th
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Also included in: Hispanic Holidays 1-Page Reading Passages (BUNDLE)
DAILY SLIDES: Black History Month Hero of the Day Morning Meeting/ Mini Lessons
This Black History Month Daily Slide Pack is a perfect way to celebrate the achievements of NOTABLE African Americans! Black History Month is celebrated during the month of February. Each day includes a Hero with a famous quote, illustration, video to watch, and mini Bio paragraph.This google slides activity is so easy to use! As seen in preview- It is organized so you are able to go day by day, or click at random!! The icons on the screen will take you to each activity for seamless and easy
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2nd - 12th
Bundle: Emergency Sub Plans for Spanish Teachers
Are you a Spanish teacher in a hurry? Often, it can be very difficult to make substitute plans for a foreign language class. We want our students to be able to answer the questions without feeling the need to translate. These are packets ready for you to print and go when you are in need of an emergency sub plan.Included in this bundle are four of my non-holiday specific emergency Spanish sub plans. You get four for the price of three. Each packet includes cultural readings in English and includ
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6th - 12th
The ULTIMATE Beowulf Bundle with Answer Keys, Assessments, and Creative Projects
In this mega Beowulf Bundle, you will find 36 lessons and activities that include thorough answer keys with textual evidence where applicable to take your Beowulf unit to the next level. You will also find creative activities, quizzes, and an EDITABLE multiple-choice test to use at the end of your unit. There are MORE than enough resources here to create an engaging Beowulf unit for your students.This bundle is organized by pre-reading, during reading, and post-reading activities and includes
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8th - 12th
DAILY SLIDES: Women's History Month Hero of the Day Morning Meeting/ Mini Lesson
This Women's History Month Daily Slide Pack is a perfect way to celebrate the achievements of NOTABLE, INFLUENTIAL, AND STRONG WOMEN IN HISTORY! Women's History Month is celebrated during the month of MARCH. Each day includes a Hero with a famous quote, illustration, video to watch, and mini Bio paragraph.This google slides activity is so easy to use! As seen in preview- It is organized so you are able to go day by day, or click at random!! The icons on the screen will take you to each activi
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2nd - 12th
The History of Valentine's Day Reading, Questions, Color-by-Code
Have your students learn about the History of Valentine's Day with this Reading Passage, Comprehension Questions, & Color by Code Mystery Pictures. There's no better way to blend Valentines and Academics into your classroom than by having your students complete this fun, informative Valentine Activity. Students will read a 2-page article examining the History of Valentine's Day and then answer 8 comprehension questions. Students will then use their answers to complete the Color-by-Number Mys
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5th - 8th
Also included in: Valentine's Day Activity BUNDLE
Spanish Quinceañeras: Reading and Substitute Plan
This reading a good emergency substitute plan to keep handy. It includes three articles on Quinceañeras as well as comprehension questions following each article. The articles are written in English, so any level of Spanish can use it. Also included is a crossword puzzle featuring some of the terms from the articles and a key.Also check out my Quinceañera planning project:My Dream Quinceañera Planning ProjectAnd my Quinceañera Puzzles Pack here with additional puzzles: Quinceañera Puzzles PackKe
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7th - 12th
La Navidad: Christmas in Spanish-speaking Countries Reading & Sub Plan
This packet includes information and activities about Christmas in Spanish-speaking countries from around the world that can be used anytime during November or December. It is also a good emergency substitute plan for Spanish teachers to keep handy.Included in the packet:-Three articles written in English related to Christmas in Spain and Latin American countries- Comprehension questions that follow follow each article- A Venn diagram to compare and contrast Christmas celebrations- A crossword p
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8th - 12th
Remembrance Day in Canada Bundle | Canadian History | Indigenous Veterans
Combine Remembrance Day observances with social studies lessons in your upper elementary classroom with this collection of Remembrance Day activities from a Canadian perspective. Reading, writing, drama, and art activities are included along with complete lesson plans, student examples and answer keys. Lessons only take moments to prepare.Remembrance Day Reading and Writing includes:five complete lesson plans to work through each of the readings and supplemental activities (main idea, notetaking
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4th - 6th
Remembrance Day Canada | Drama Circle Activity
This drama circle talks about Canada's involvement in World War One, World War Two, the Korean War and Afghanistan War. It teaches students about the sacrifices our Canadian soldiers have made to protect the rights and freedoms of Canadians. This is why Remembrance Day is so important.Drama circles are similar to readers' theatre activities where students read small sections of text. They encourage listening and reading fluency. Best of all, they require only moments to prepare, but students are
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4th - 6th
The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind- A Complete Study
The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind Young Reader Edition is a compelling story about William who innovates an idea to help bring electricity to his small community in Malawi. His story is inspiring, and TRUE. This story is sure to touch the lives of your students! We have created EVERYTHING you need for a complete study of this book. This product includes:-An engaging virtual field trip-Chapter comprehension questions for each chapter-Three quizzes with answer keys-A comprehensive end of book exam wi
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6th - 9th
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Black History Month Activities - Biographies, Calendar, Black History Project
This resource is designed to celebrate Black History Month in the classroom. Students will learn about over 20 important and influential African Americans to fill every school day of the month. As they learn about each person, they’ll create a calendar fact card that they can glue to their February calendar. The end result is an interactive and meaningful calendar that celebrates Black History Month. This resource includes everything students will need to make the interactive calendar, a prof
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3rd - 8th
El Año Nuevo: New Year's in Spanish-speaking Countries Reading & Substitute Plan
This is a reading activity about La Nochevieja and El Año Nuevo (New Year's) in Spanish-speaking countries that can be used anytime during December or January. It is also a good emergency substitute plan for Spanish class to keep handy. It includes three articles related to New Year's in Spain and Latin American countries. The articles are in English, so this can be used at any level and with a sub. A key is included.
Comprehension questions follow each article. After reading the articles and a
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8th - 11th
Three Kings' Day / El Día de los Reyes Magos: Reading & Substitute Plan
This is a short reading passage about Three Kings' Day in Spanish-speaking countries. It is great to keep handy in December and January as an emergency substitute plan. The reading is a page and a half, and there are eight questions and a crossword puzzle that follow. A key is included and the reading passage is in English, so it will work for any level of your Spanish class.
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8th - 11th
Disney World Mapping Activities
This is a great interactive real world mapping application. Students use maps of the different parks from Walt Disney World to review cardinal directions, using a legend, and other basic map reading skills. It is a great review activity that can be used as a whole class lesson or as a center activity. I have also included an activity where students can create their own schedule of rides and places to eat.
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2nd - 6th
San Fermin Running of the Bulls Reading
This packet includes reading passages and activities about the history and facts about the San Fermin festival (Running of the Bulls) in Spain. The reading includes three articles with questions for each, and a crossword puzzle that follows.
This is a great reading to keep in your emergency sub plan file for your Spanish class. It can be used with any level of Spanish. The reading is in English and includes a key.
Also check out my Running of the Bulls Puzzles Pack for only $1!
Running of
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7th - 12th
Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos) BILINGUAL activity unit
Incorporate classroom diversity with this fun BILINGUAL unit! This is also a great resource for upper grade students learning Spanish as a second language. In this unit, students will have the opportunity to get familiar with the common symbols associated with the holiday as well as learn about the traditions taken place during this unique celebration.Activities included in this unit are: - word wall cards - writing activities - anchor charts (color & black and white) - write the room activ
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PreK - 12th
Indigenous People's Day Booklet
Celebrate Indigenous People's Day in your classroom!This booklet includes facts about the holiday in simple sentences.
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PreK - 6th
Cinco de Mayo: Reading, Activities, & Substitute Plan for Spanish Class
This is a reading activity for Spanish class about Cinco de Mayo. It is also a good emergency substitute activity to keep handy in your sub folder. It can be used any time in Apri or Mayl. It includes three articles related to Cinco de Mayo and its traditions. Comprehension questions follow each article. Also included is a crossword puzzle featuring some of the terms from the articles.
The articles are in English, so this can easily be used at any level and you can confidently leave it with a s
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7th - 12th
Spanish Reading Comprehension Passages: 10 Latinas in History
This reading comprehension packet can be used for Women's History Month, Hispanic Heritage Month, or any time of the year. It comes with one-page reading passages about the following 10 famous Latinas:Ellen OchoaIsabel AllendeDara TorresFrida KahloLinda RonstadtDolores HuertaSonia SotomayorCarolina HerreraRita MorenoSor Juana de la CruzI've also included reading comprehension worksheets that focus on facts and vocabulary from the passages, a matching activity, dictionary reference, and complete
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3rd - 6th
Carnaval: Latin American Carnival Reading Activities and Substitute Plan
This is a reading activity for Spanish class about Carnaval, or Latin American Carnival during the time of our "Mardi Gras." It is also a good emergency substitute activity to keep handy in your emergency substitute folder. This packet includes three articles related to New Year's in Spain and Latin American countries. Comprehension questions follow each article. Also included is a crossword puzzle featuring some of the terms from the articles. The articles are in English, so this can easily be
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7th - 12th
St. Patrick's Day History Reading, Worksheet, and Celtic Cross Activity
This St. Patrick's Day reading activity tells the story of St. Patrick in Ireland and how the holiday came to be celebrated today. It is written in an engaging way for younger students to understand the history behind the real Saint Patrick and how his myth has grown today.After the reading, students answer 5 short reading comprehension questions, then either color or create their own Celtic Crosses using included templates.☘ This is a fantastic holiday activity for your students! ☘ Both an edit
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4th - 9th
Also included in: Holiday History Common Core Reading Bundle
Native American Project: "Rainbow Crow" A Lenape Legend
This Native American project is inspired by the Lenape Legend about Rainbow Crow. It teaches children about bravery, giving, humility and sacrifice. This project will enhance the lesson and be a visual reminder of how bravery can lead to great honor! The materials are simple: Crayons and a pointy stick! The results are limitless. I will list a variety of options to provide student choice. Included links to the legend and a link to watch a 2018 videodiscussion questionsmaterial listtemplate
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3rd - 6th
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