Wednesday, June 29, 2016

Nouns Activities for Kids

Do you need ideas and activities for teaching first and second grade students all about nouns?

Scroll down for videos, songs, games, worksheets and task cards to help reinforce and practice these skills.

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1. Nouns Scavenger Hunt

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Free Nouns Task Cards

Teachers may download these free printable task cards. Hide them around the classroom. Students look for each card and record the answer on their student response forms. Students secretly put the card back where they found it.

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2. The Kids Block - Nouns Video

Click for students to watch this video.

The Kids Block- NOUNS

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3. Noun Games for the Classroom

This video shows some fun games for teaching nouns in the classroom.

Noun Games for the Classroom

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4. Nouns Crossword Puzzle

Nouns Crossword Puzzle

In this nouns packet, you will receive a printable crossword puzzle based on a Dolch word list, 30 short sentence clues, a word bank, and an answer key.

The word bank is provided on a separate page for easy differentiation for students with special needs.

You may also wish to give the students some graph paper and have them create their own nouns crossword puzzle or word search.

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5. Nouns SCOOT Game

Nouns Task Cards

In this fun packet, you will receive 30 task cards. Line these cards up along a wall or on each desk. Students "scoot" along as they record the answers on their student response forms.

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6. Online Grammar Game

Practice learning nouns and verbs in a fun and yummy way! Help the monkey collect 10 scoops of ice cream before the monster! To collect scoops of ice cream you must correctly identify the nouns and/or verbs in the sentences. There is a fun bonus activity if you collect 10 scoops without getting any nouns or verbs incorrect! Click HERE to play the online nouns game.

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7. I Spy Nouns Game

play telescope for reading around the classroom

Make telescopes out of toilet paper tubes.

Have the students play a version of "I Spy" to find nouns around the room.

They may find index cards with nouns on them that you strategically places, or they may simply point out physical objects, such as a desk, map, pencil, etc.

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8. Make a Nouns Collage

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Nouns Photo cards games and activities

These cards show easily recognizable everyday objects found around the home and help kids develop grouping and classifying skills. For example, dog, cat and goldfish can be grouped together because they’re all pets. Each tin features full-color photographs or illustrations on large 6" x 5- 1/2" cards that make recognition easier and are perfect to use in small groups. The coated cards and the quality tin storage box provide lasting value.

Contents: 40 Cards, activity guide

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Carson Dellosa Photographic Learning Cards Boxed Set: Nouns, Verbs and Adjectives

Themed photographic cards in a convenient boxed set.

Perfect for teaching speech and language.

A useful addition to any resource room and elementary classroom.

A great tool for special education, ESL, ELL, Head Start and Title 1 programs.

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A Mink, a Fink, a Skating Rink: What is a Noun? (Words are Categorical) by Brian P. Cleary

The best-selling Words Are Categorical series introduces young readers to different types of words through rhyming verse and illustrations of comical cartoon cats. Offering a lighthearted perspective, each title shows readers the fun and entertaining world of language.

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If You Were a Noun (Word Fun)

Provides an introduction to nouns and proper nouns. Includes an activity.

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Nouns and Verbs Have a Field Day by Robin Pulver

It's Field Day in Mr. Wright's class and not just for the students. Nouns and verbs are inventing their own games in this companion to "Punctuation Takes A Vacation."

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Barker Creek Grammar Poster Set of 9

Help your students learn about grammar by displaying Barker Creek's beautiful grammar posters throughout the classroom! Children will love the eye-catching design and simple explanations of grammar functions. Set includes Collective Noun, Verb/Adverb, Noun, Simile, Prefix/Suffix, Idiom, Compound Word, Adjective, and Homophone/Synonym/Antonym. These posters provide an easy way to help students memorize these grammar functions through striking visuals and clear examples.

Set of 9

19" x 13-3/8"

Great for ESL/ELL too!

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Tuesday, June 28, 2016

Greater Than Less Than Activities for Kids

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There are many fun teaching activities for your kindergarten or first grade students to practice comparing numbers.

Classroom teachers may use videos, anchor charts, songs, fun games, scavenger hunts, task cards and more in their elementary math centers to reinforce Common Core greater than, less than and equal to concepts.

Here are a few ideas to get you started.

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1. Students may watch a video about comparing numbers, and then the students use their math journals to summarize the video.

Comparing Numbers - Beware Alligators Video

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2. You may use these free task cards for math centers games, such as, a scavenger hunt, SCOOT, and SCATTER. Game ideas are included.

FREE Comparing Numbers Task Cards

You will download six free comparing numbers task cards for 1st grade and special education math students to practice place value greater than, less than and equal to concepts. Ideas for games and activities are included, such as a scavenger hunt or SCOOT. Use them in math centers or stations as a review, test prep, formative assessment or extra morning work practice. A student response form and answer key are included.

Common Core Standards Lesson Plan:

CCSS.Math.Content.1.NBT.B.3

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Comparing 3-Digit Numbers Task Cards

Here are 30 greater than less than task cards to use as a review, test prep, or games in your math centers and stations. Students will love the chomping alligators. A student response form and answer key are also provided.

CCSS.Math.Content.2.NBT.A.4

FREE Comparing Multi-Digit Numbers Task Cards

Here are 6 free printable math task cards for 4th grade. Students will practice comparing two multi-digit numbers and answer greater than, less than, or equal. A student response form and answer key are also provided. Task cards are a great alternative to worksheets!

CCSS.Math.Content.4.NBT.A.2

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3. Students may watch this comparing numbers video. Then have students create a poster as an anchor chart.

Comparing Numbers Video:

Greater Than, Less Than - "Let it Go" parody

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Comparing Numbers Alligator Clip Art

Free Printable Anchor Chart Math Poster

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4. Download this printable math interactive notebook puzzle for students to practice vocabulary words. (paid product)

Comparing Numbers Math Interactive Notebook Activities

In this place value packet, your students will create three puzzles to learn math vocabulary. Concepts include greater than, less than, and equal to. Students may create an envelope allowing them to practice the vocabulary concepts over and over. Otherwise, students may simply glue the comparing numbers puzzles to their interactive math notebooks. A sample answer key is also included.

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5. For students still struggling with place value concepts, this egg carton game is a fun way to review.

FREE Place Value Egg Carton Game

This place value game is a great way to recycle some egg cartons. Your students will love this game! This game works well for place values up to hundred thousand; however, you could tape over some of the slot to modify for lower grade levels.

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6. Songs can be very effective in helping kids remember concepts. In small groups, the students may also create their own songs and sing them to their classmates.

Free Alligator Song to Teach Greater Than and Less Than

7. These printable color by code worksheets make differentiation easy for lower level students. (paid product)

8. Bring out the deck of cards to teach number comparisons.

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Basic math skills for early learners! Pebbles hallmark close photo text match makes beginning math concepts clear. Equations and labels are also shown when appropriate.

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Comparing Numbers Bulletin Board Set

Based on Math Standards Use the detailed illustrations and labels in this set to teach the comparison and ordering of whole numbers, develop and reinforce skills in learning centers, and enhance vocabulary development. The versatility of this hands-on mini bulletin board set is great for use in small group instruction, to create file folder games, or for use with a document camera! Perfect for ESL/ELL. Set has 45 pieces.

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Alligator Puppet

Bring the swamp indoors with Gary Gator! This hand puppet is always ready for fun and adventure.

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Monday, June 27, 2016

Learning About Bees Activities for Kids

Summer is a great time for teaching kids about bees. It's also an interesting classroom theme for back to school learning centers. Scroll time for elementary ideas, lesson plans, games, activities, crafts and more!

Honey bees are a critical link in U.S. agricultural production. Pollination by managed honey bee colonies adds at least $15 billion to the value of U.S. agriculture annually through increased yields and superior-quality harvests. But managed honey bees have come under serious pressures from many different stresses, which has resulted in beekeepers losing many colonies.

Students can learn more about bees and agriculture from the United States Department of Agriculture.

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Life Cycle of a Bee Time Lapse Video for Kids

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How do Bees Make Honey?

Begin with this video for your lesson plans on honey production.

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Free Bees Online Game

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Free Bees Coloring Pages

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Bee Themed Math and Literacy Worksheets

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Life Cycle of a Bee Foldable Craftivity

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How to Make a Bee Puppet Craft Video for Kids

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Includes egg, larva, pupa, mature adult honey bee, and educational information in 3 languages.

Complete package measures 9”L x 7.8”W x 0.5”H. For children ages 4 and up.

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Folkmanis Honey Bee Hand Puppet

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Slip hand in to glove that can be worn on either hand and use fingers to wiggle the legs of this interactive bee puppet
Constructed from high-quality materials with exceptionally realistic details; easy to care for years of play
Comfortably slips over the hand; measures 7 x 5 x 3 inches (LxWxH)

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Set of 10 Mini Yellow Bumble Bees

Work well in a multi-disciplinary math center.

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International Playthings Game Zone - Honey Bee Tree

This award-winning game delights children as they try to carefully remove leaves without dislodging the sleeping bees. The player with the fewest bees in his/her tray at the end of the game wins! Bee careful! If you pull out the wrong leaf or if your hand starts to shake, bees come tumbling out of the tree onto your flower tray. Each player must turn the oak tree so that the hole faces their flower pot at the beginning of their turn. Teaches hand-and-eye coordination, strategic thinking, dexterity, taking turns and cause-and-effect! Perfect for 2-4 players ages 3 and up.

Contents: 1 honey pot, 1 old oak tree, 1 flower tray base, 32 leaves, 30 little honey bees, game rules.

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Bumble Bee Costume

This will definitely create interest with your students. It will be a day they never forget. :)

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Sunday, June 26, 2016

Scripture Sunday - The Sermon on the Mount

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Matthew 5 New International Version (NIV)

Introduction to the Sermon on the Mount

5 Now when Jesus saw the crowds, he went up on a mountainside and sat down. His disciples came to him, 2 and he began to teach them.

The Beatitudes

He said:

3 “Blessed are the poor in spirit,

for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

4 Blessed are those who mourn,

for they will be comforted.

5 Blessed are the meek,

for they will inherit the earth.

6 Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness,

for they will be filled.

7 Blessed are the merciful,

for they will be shown mercy.

8 Blessed are the pure in heart,

for they will see God.

9 Blessed are the peacemakers,

for they will be called children of God.

10 Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness,

for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

11 “Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of me. 12 Rejoice and be glad,because great is your reward in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you.

Salt and Light

13 “You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled underfoot.

14 “You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. 15 Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. 16 In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.

The Fulfillment of the Law

17 “Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law or the Prophets; I have not come to abolish them but to fulfill them. 18 For truly I tell you, until heaven and earth disappear, not the smallest letter, not the least stroke of a pen, will by any means disappear from the Law until everything is accomplished. 19 Therefore anyone who sets aside one of the least of these commands and teaches others accordingly will be called least in the kingdom of heaven, but whoever practices and teaches these commands will be called great in the kingdom of heaven. 20 For I tell you that unless your righteousness surpasses that of the Pharisees and the teachers of the law, you will certainly not enter the kingdom of heaven.

Murder

21 “You have heard that it was said to the people long ago, ‘You shall not murder, and anyone who murders will be subject to judgment.’22 But I tell you that anyone who is angry with a brother or sister will be subject to judgment. Again, anyone who says to a brother or sister, ‘Raca,’is answerable to the court. And anyone who says, ‘You fool!’ will be in danger of the fire of hell.

23 “Therefore, if you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that your brother or sister has something against you,24 leave your gift there in front of the altar. First go and be reconciled to them; then come and offer your gift.

25 “Settle matters quickly with your adversary who is taking you to court. Do it while you are still together on the way, or your adversary may hand you over to the judge, and the judge may hand you over to the officer, and you may be thrown into prison. 26 Truly I tell you, you will not get out until you have paid the last penny.

Adultery

27 “You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall not commit adultery.’28 But I tell you that anyone who looks at a woman lustfully has already committed adultery with her in his heart. 29 If your right eye causes you to stumble, gouge it out and throw it away. It is better for you to lose one part of your body than for your whole body to be thrown into hell. 30 And if your right hand causes you to stumble, cut it off and throw it away. It is better for you to lose one part of your body than for your whole body to go into hell.

Divorce

31 “It has been said, ‘Anyone who divorces his wife must give her a certificate of divorce.’32 But I tell you that anyone who divorces his wife, except for sexual immorality, makes her the victim of adultery, and anyone who marries a divorced woman commits adultery.

Oaths

33 “Again, you have heard that it was said to the people long ago, ‘Do not break your oath, but fulfill to the Lord the vows you have made.’34 But I tell you, do not swear an oath at all: either by heaven, for it is God’s throne; 35 or by the earth, for it is his footstool; or by Jerusalem, for it is the city of the Great King. 36 And do not swear by your head, for you cannot make even one hair white or black. 37 All you need to say is simply ‘Yes’ or ‘No’; anything beyond this comes from the evil one.

Eye for Eye

38 “You have heard that it was said, ‘Eye for eye, and tooth for tooth.’39 But I tell you, do not resist an evil person. If anyone slaps you on the right cheek, turn to them the other cheek also. 40 And if anyone wants to sue you and take your shirt, hand over your coat as well. 41 If anyone forces you to go one mile, go with them two miles.42 Give to the one who asks you, and do not turn away from the one who wants to borrow from you.

Love for Enemies

43 “You have heard that it was said, ‘Love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ 44 But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, 45 that you may be children of your Father in heaven. He causes his sun to rise on the evil and the good, and sends rain on the righteous and the unrighteous. 46 If you love those who love you, what reward will you get? Are not even the tax collectors doing that? 47 And if you greet only your own people, what are you doing more than others? Do not even pagans do that? 48 Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect.

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Friday, June 17, 2016

FREE Father's Day Activity!

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This is a great, FREE activity for your kids and Dad will love it!

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In this foldable craftivity, your students will be drawing or writing about their dad or special person in their lives. The are nine variations of the ONE card, including open-ended options to meet the individual needs of all your students. Some of the templates say "special person" instead of "Father's Day".

In this craftivity packet, your students will create a mini-book for dad. There are 28 optional pages. Students may use all of the pages, or they may choose a set number of pages.

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Free Father's Day Coloring Pages from Crayola

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The Night Before Father's Day by Natasha Wing

It's the night before Father's Day, and Mom and the kids have a plan to surprise Dad with a special gift. When Dad goes for a bike ride, everyone gets to work. Dad wakes up the next day to find his garage newly organized and his car sparkly clean. So, of course, he celebrates by taking everyone for a spin!

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Sticko I Love You Dad Stickers

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