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Thursday, May 15, 2014

Anti Bulling Activities

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An AMAZING Anti Bullying Performance!

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The duo Bars and Melody is made up of Charlie Lenehan and Leondre Devries, two young boys who recently went on Britian’s Got Talent and blew the judges away with their sincere and beautiful song about bullying. By the time they were done, the audience was in tears, and the judges were blown away!


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 ABC's of Bullying Poster US Department of Education


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Best Seller

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SOON TO BE A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE STARRING JULIA ROBERTS, OWEN WILSON, AND JACOB TREMBLAY!

Over 5 million people have read the #1 New York Times bestseller WONDER and have fallen in love with Auggie Pullman, an ordinary boy with an extraordinary face. 

The book that inspired the Choose Kind movement.

I won't describe what I look like. Whatever you're thinking, it's probably worse. 

August Pullman was born with a facial difference that, up until now, has prevented him from going to a mainstream school. Starting 5th grade at Beecher Prep, he wants nothing more than to be treated as an ordinary kid—but his new classmates can’t get past Auggie’s extraordinary face. WONDER, now a #1 New York Times bestseller and included on the Texas Bluebonnet Award master list, begins from Auggie’s point of view, but soon switches to include his classmates, his sister, her boyfriend, and others. These perspectives converge in a portrait of one community’s struggle with empathy, compassion, and acceptance. 

"Wonder is the best kids' book of the year," said Emily Bazelon, senior editor at Slate.com and author of Sticks and Stones: Defeating the Culture of Bullying and Rediscovering the Power of Character and Empathy. In a world where bullying among young people is an epidemic, this is a refreshing new narrative full of heart and hope. R.J. Palacio has called her debut novel “a meditation on kindness” —indeed, every reader will come away with a greater appreciation for the simple courage of friendship. Auggie is a hero to root for, a diamond in the rough who proves that you can’t blend in when you were born to stand out. #thewonderofwonder

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 book about bullying for kids


How can Ralph be so mean? Lucy is one of a kind and Ralph loves to point that out. Lucy's defining moment comes when Ralph truly needs help. Because she knows what she stands for, Lucy has the courage to make a good choice. This charming story empowers children to always do the right thing and be proud of themselves, even when they are faced with someone as challenging as Ralph. Grades K-5.

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 kids book about bullying


Have you ever seen a bully in action and done nothing about it? The kids at Pete's new school get involved, instead of being bystanders. When Pete begins to behave badly, his classmates teach him about "The Promise". Will Pete decide to shed his bullying habits and make "The Promise"?(Bob Sornson and Maria Dismondy) Grades K-5.


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 book for teenagers about bullying


The Survival Guide to Bullying covers everything from cyber bullying to how to deal with fear and how to create the life you dream of having. From inspiring "roems" (rap poems), survival tips, personal stories, and quick quizzes, this book will light the way to a brighter future. This updated edition also features new, never-before-seen content including a chapter about how to talk to parents, an epilogue, and an exclusive Q&A with the author. Ages 10-13.


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 confessions of a bully book for classroom kids


After Katie gets caught teasing a schoolmate, she's told to meet with Mrs. Petrowski, the school counselor, so she can make right her wrong and learn to be a better friend. Bothered at first, it doesn't take long before Katie realizes that bullying has hurt not only the people around her, but her, too. Told from the unusual point of view of the bullier rather than the bullied, Confessions of a Former Bullyprovides kids with real life tools they can use to identify and stop relational aggression. Ages 8-12 years.

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Monday, May 12, 2014

Ratios and Proportions Activities and Games

Ratios and Proportions  Videos, Online Games, Printable Activities

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Ratios Worksheets 6th Grade Common Core

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Real World Ratio Word Problems

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10 Fun and Easy Activities for Teaching Ratios and Proportions in Middle School

Let’s face it—teaching ratios and proportions can feel like a balancing act. You want your students to master the math while also keeping them engaged and excited to learn. As a former middle school teacher, I know the struggle of finding activities that make math both meaningful and fun. That’s why I’ve put together a collection of my favorite hands-on games and creative challenges that are easy to implement. These activities not only help students grasp the concepts but also make your classroom buzz with energy and curiosity. Let’s dive in and make ratios and proportions the highlight of your next math lesson!

1. Ratio Scavenger Hunt


Objective: Identify and calculate real-life ratios.

How it works:Create a list of items students can find in the classroom or school (e.g., number of pencils to pens, red chairs to blue chairs, or windows to doors).
Students work in pairs or small groups to locate the items and calculate the ratios.
Groups present their findings and compare results with others.

Why it works: This activity ties math to the real world, encouraging observation and critical thinking.

2. Recipe Ratio Challenge


Objective: Adjust a recipe to practice scaling ratios up or down.

How it works:Provide a simple recipe (e.g., lemonade: 2 cups water, 1 cup sugar, 4 lemons).
Assign groups to adjust the recipe to serve a different number of people, keeping the ingredients proportional.
Optional: Have students mix and taste their creations!

Why it works: Relatable and delicious, this activity makes math fun and practical.

3. Ratio Card Sort


Objective: Match equivalent ratios.

How it works:Create cards with ratios written in different forms (e.g., 1:2, 2:4, 4:8).
Mix them up, and have students work in pairs to match equivalent ratios.
As a challenge, include a few incorrect ratios to identify and exclude.

Why it works: Encourages problem-solving and builds understanding of ratio relationships.

4. Proportion Relay Race


Objective: Solve proportion problems quickly and accurately.

How it works:Divide the class into teams.
Set up stations around the room, each with a proportion problem.
Teams solve one problem at a station, then move to the next.
The first team to correctly solve all problems wins.

Why it works: Combines movement with learning, fostering teamwork and excitement.

5. Ratio Art Project


Objective: Create artwork using ratios to guide proportions.

How it works:Have students draw a grid (e.g., 1 cm squares) and then scale it up (e.g., 2 cm squares).
They transfer a simple image from the smaller grid to the larger grid, maintaining proportions.
Display the artwork as a gallery.

Why it works: Blends math and creativity, appealing to artistic learners.

6. Ratio Bingo


Objective: Reinforce ratio concepts in a game format.

How it works:Create bingo cards with ratios in various forms (e.g., fractions, colon form, "to" form).
Call out clues like "3:4" or "1/2," and students mark matching ratios on their cards.
Offer small prizes for winners.

Why it works: Adds excitement and competition to the learning process.

7. Mix It Up! Proportion Potion


Objective: Solve proportions by creating "magic potions."

How it works:Assign each group a potion recipe (e.g., 3 parts red liquid, 2 parts blue, 1 part yellow).
Students use colored water to mix the potion in correct proportions.
Challenge them to create different potion sizes while maintaining the same ratios.

Why it works: Interactive and visual, this activity helps solidify the concept of proportional relationships.

8. Sports Ratios


Objective: Use sports statistics to calculate and analyze ratios.

How it works:Provide students with real or hypothetical stats (e.g., goals scored to games played, free throws made to attempts).
Ask students to calculate and compare player or team ratios.
Have them decide which player or team has the best ratio and why.

Why it works: Makes learning relevant to sports enthusiasts.

9. Ratio Escape Room


Objective: Solve ratio problems to "escape."

How it works:Create a series of ratio-related puzzles (e.g., crack a code using equivalent ratios).
Design the activity with clues that build on one another, leading to the "escape."
Include a timer to add urgency.

Why it works: Promotes collaboration and critical thinking in a thrilling scenario.

10. Ratio Relay with Real Objects

Objective: Apply ratios to real-world objects through teamwork and hands-on learning.

How it works:Gather a variety of classroom items (e.g., markers, books, erasers, colored paper).
Divide students into teams and provide a list of ratio challenges (e.g., "Find a group of objects with a ratio of 2 red to 3 blue" or "Create a group where the ratio of pencils to erasers is 4:1").
Teams race to collect items and set up their ratios correctly.
The first team to complete all the challenges wins.


Why it works: This activity combines movement, collaboration, and critical thinking, making ratio practice interactive and memorable.

Videos and Online Games:





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Proportions Rap Song
(A few typos in this one, but still effetive)



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The Tic-Tac-Toe Easy Method





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What is a ratio?



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This is a fun game! You play against other people!


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Thursday, May 8, 2014

Types of Clouds Activities for Kids


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What is a Cloud?



Types of Clouds




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All About Clouds



Storm Clouds Song


Types of Clouds Music Video



Types of Clouds Craft






















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Wednesday, May 7, 2014

Instead of a Word Wall Vocabulary Activities


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Fun Activities to Do Instead of a Word Wall

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STOMP!

Instead of hanging your words on a word wall, place them on the floor instead.
 (You may want to laminate them.) 

Instruct students to stand in a large circle. Scatter the word cards throughout the middle of the circle. Have the students move in a circle motion while repeating this chant twice:

WORD STOMP, WORD STOMP

WHAT SHALL I STOMP?

WORD STOMP, WORD STOMP

WHAT SHALL I STOMP?

After the students say the chant twice, the teacher interjects:

WORD STOMP, WORD STOMP

"MADDIE, GO AHEAD A STOMP"

Maddie would then move to the middle of the circle and STOMP on and off a word. After she stomps off, the students yell out the word. Maddie returns the the circle and the game repeats. 

This is a great way to create movement in the classroom, which brain research shows movement increases achievement.  I know your students will ask to play this AGAIN and AGAIN.

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Word Cheers and Disco Words




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Word Wall Wheel of Fortune Activity



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 word families vocabulary activities

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Very basic video for beginning readers:



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