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Geography Map Skills Lessons, Activities, and Assessment for Grades 2-5

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Begin your Geography unit with this engaging Geography Basics unit! Simple to follow directions and student journal pages are included. Learn about continents, oceans, hemispheres and more. Great for back to school, a social studies unit on

Subjects:

Geography, Back to School

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, Homeschool

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Activities, Printables, Scaffolded Notes

$4.50

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Christmas Traditions Reading Passages and Activities Bundle

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The Christmas holidays are a fun time of year, but many students (and adults) don’t know why we do these things year after year. In these short passages, students will read about where each of these traditions come from, how we continue to keep

Subjects:

Christmas/ Chanukah/ Kwanzaa, Informational Text, Close Reading

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, Homeschool

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Thematic Unit Plans, Printables, Centers

CCSS:

RI.3.1, RI.3.2, RI.3.3, RI.4.1, RI.4.2, RI.4.3, RI.5.1, RI.5.2, RI.5.3

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European Exploration Poster Project

By The Owl Spot

Are you looking for a great research project for your students as they study the different European Explorers? This poster project is both fun and interactive for your students. They will choose an explorer to research, create a poster with their

Subjects:

U.S. History, European History, Informational Text

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, Homeschool

Types:

Projects, Handouts, Assessment

$3.50

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Greek Mythology: "Zeus King of the Gods" Readers' Theater

By The Owl Spot

Print and go! This fabulous Readers' Theater pack will help you cover standards for Greek Mythology as well as address key reading comprehension and writing standards! Readers’ Theater is a reading strategy that allows your students to practice

Subjects:

Ancient History, Reading Strategies, Close Reading

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Printables, Scripts

CCSS:

RL.4.1, RL.4.3, RL.4.4

$3.50

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STEM Activity - Mummify a Hot Dog!

By The Owl Spot

Mummifying Hot Dogs is such a fun and engaging STEM project for your students, especially if you are learning about ancient Egypt! I hope that you find the project to be low prep for you and high engagement for your students. The only materials you

Subjects:

Measurement, Basic Principles, Ancient History

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Printables, Lesson

$3.00

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The True Story of the Three Little Pigs -Courtroom Persuasive Writing Activity

By The Owl Spot

The True Story of the Three Little Pigs is such as exciting book to use in your classroom. This craftivity is perfect to engage your students in making character inferences as well as using the text to support. Students will read through 10

Subjects:

Government, Writing, Reading Strategies

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, Homeschool

Types:

Printables, Bulletin Board Ideas, Centers

$3.50

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Introduction to European Explorers Power Point

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This short Power Point includes general information about the Age of Exploration. Students will learn about the different motives for exploration, who inspired them, and basic information about colonization. This is best used before students

Subjects:

U.S. History, European History, Informational Text

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, Homeschool

Types:

Lectures, PowerPoint Presentations

$2.00

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European Explorers Activity Bundle

By The Owl Spot

If you're looking for resources to supplement your Exploration Unit, this European Exploration Bundle is everything you need! Students will use their current textbooks and/or your own information sources to complete these activities:1. Interactive

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, U.S. History, European History

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, Homeschool

Types:

PowerPoint Presentations, Activities, Interactive Notebooks

$13.00

$8.00

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Book Jacket Book Report

By The Owl Spot

This Book Jacket Book Report is perfect for your students to use to respond to and share the book that they just finished reading! Whether it’s for an assigned book report or for a writing project, your students will enjoy the creativity and

Subjects:

Reading, Social Studies - History, Writing

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, Homeschool

Types:

Projects, Activities, Assessment

CCSS:

RL.3.3, RL.4.3, RL.5.3, RI.3.3, RI.3.7, RI.4.3, RI.4.7, RI.5.2, RI.5.3, RI.5.7, W.3.2...

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Ancient Greece Reading Activities | Greek Gods

By The Owl Spot

Thanks for checking out my Ancient Greece activity pack! This is in no way an attempt to be a separate unit on ancient Greek civilization, but a supplemental resource to use alongside your current curriculum. The mentor texts included allow you to

Subjects:

Ancient History, Informational Text, Close Reading

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, Homeschool

Types:

Projects, Activities, Graphic Organizers

CCSS:

RI.3.2, RI.3.4, RI.3.8, RI.3.9, RI.4.2, RI.4.4, RI.4.8, RI.4.9, RI.5.2, RI.5.3, RI.5.4...

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European Exploration Interactive Notebook Pieces

By The Owl Spot

European Explorers Interactive Notebook Pieces are a perfect curriculum supplement! Students will be actively engaged in learning about the different European Explorers while learning to take notes, make connections between the different people and

Subjects:

U.S. History, European History, Informational Text

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Printables, Interactive Notebooks

$4.00

Digital Download PDF (1.44 MB)

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Geography Word Search Puzzles Bundle

By The Owl Spot

If you teach geography, this set of word search puzzles is EXACTLY what you need! These are great worksheet activities for your students to review key geography vocabulary and locations while engaging in a fun puzzle. There are 15 different puzzles

Subjects:

Vocabulary, Geography

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Google Apps

$13.50

$7.00

Bundle

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European Exploration Trading Cards

By The Owl Spot

These European Exploration Trading Cards gives students a fun way to review key facts about different explorers and study for their different assessments. Trading Cards also work great with Interactive Notebooks - just cut out the squares and fold

Subjects:

U.S. History, European History

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Printables, Interactive Notebooks

$2.50

Digital Download PDF (1.39 MB)

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Preamble Poster and Puzzle

By The Owl Spot

Whether you are learning about the United States government, studying the Constitution, or reviewing these ideas during a national holiday, this Preamble poster and word search puzzle is a PERFECT addition to your lessons! Poster is perfect to hang

Subjects:

Government, Presidents' Day, Close Reading

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Posters

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Student Picture Dictionary - Editable

By The Owl Spot

This Editable Picture Dictionary is a “must have” in every elementary classroom, no matter what subject! You can quickly give your students a valuable tool to help them understand content vocabulary as well as grade level words. Drawing pictures

Subjects:

Vocabulary, Study Skills, For All Subjects

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Activities, Assessment, Printables

$3.50

Digital Download PPTX (1.20 MB)

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European Countries Word Search Puzzle

By The Owl Spot

Have fun searching for the European Countries in these puzzles! Part of learning new vocabulary is getting used to seeing and reading the words, so hunting for the countries in a puzzle is a perfect activity for your students, whether they work on

Subjects:

Vocabulary, Geography

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Google Apps

$1.50

Digital Download PDF (2.36 MB)

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Landforms Word Search Puzzle

By The Owl Spot

Have fun searching for Landforms in this puzzle! Part of learning new vocabulary is getting used to seeing and reading the words, so hunting for them in a puzzle is a perfect activity for your students, whether they work on these in a printed

Subjects:

Vocabulary, Geography

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Google Apps

$1.50

Digital Download PDF (1.68 MB)

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European Exploration Vocabulary / Word Wall Cards

By The Owl Spot

Students encounter many new vocabulary words when studying about European Exploration. Use these cards to help students learn new meaning to words, whether they are on your word wall, pocket chart or on your board. Also included are 2 great

Subjects:

Vocabulary, U.S. History, European History

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, Homeschool

Types:

Flash Cards, Word Walls, Printables

$1.00

Digital Download PDF (0.83 MB)

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South American and Australian Countries Word Search Puzzle

By The Owl Spot

Have fun searching for the South American and Australian Countries in this puzzle! Part of learning new vocabulary is getting used to seeing and reading the words, so hunting for the countries in a puzzle is a perfect activity for your students,

Subjects:

Vocabulary, Geography

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Google Apps

$1.50

Digital Download PDF (1.88 MB)

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Geography Vocabulary Word Search Puzzle

By The Owl Spot

Have fun searching for Geography vocabulary words in this puzzle! Part of learning new vocabulary is getting used to seeing and reading the words, so hunting for them in a puzzle is a perfect activity for your students, whether they work on these in

Subjects:

Vocabulary, Geography

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Google Apps

$1.50

Digital Download PDF (1.82 MB)

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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

I currently teach 5th grade and love every minute with my students! Even though I am quite busy, I love what I do. I have taught 19 years in the elementary classroom, grades 1-5. I am a teacher consultant with the National Writing Project, and also earned my National Boards Certification in "Middle Childhood Generalist." My undergrad degree and Master's degree are both in Elementary Education (Master's had a focus on reading and writing instruction). I am currently working toward obtaining my Reading Endorsement.

MY TEACHING STYLE

I teach using a project based/inquiry perspective of my curriculum. I love to let my students experience as much of their learning as they can so they can remember what they learned. Anytime I can bring food into the classroom to teach a concept is epic!

HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT

National Boards certification, Teaching Writing certificate from Clemson University, I have presented different Reading/Writing/Technology sessions at ASCD and various state (SC) and local conferences (Greenville).

MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

Masters from Clemson University

ADDITIONAL BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION

I've always wanted to be a teacher, ever since I was in 2nd grade. I loved learning then, and I love seeing my students light up when they understand a new concept. My goal as a teacher is to, not only teach my students what they need to know to be successful in life, but also to teach them to think and inspire them to be life long learners. You can follow my blog at http://theowlspotblog.com and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/theowlspot.

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PreK, Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool, Staff, Not Grade Specific

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English Language Arts, Balanced Literacy, Creative Writing, Writing-Expository, Reading, Grammar, Spelling, Vocabulary, Specialty, Math, Algebra, Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Fractions, Geometry, Graphing, Measurement, Numbers, Order of Operations, Science, Astronomy, Basic Principles, Biology, Earth Sciences, Environment, Social Studies, Ancient History, Government, U.S. History, European History, Arts & Music, Visual Arts, Special Education, Drama, ESL-EFL-ELL, ELA Test Prep, Math Test Prep, Geography, Other (Social Studies), Other (ELA), Critical Thinking, For All Subjects, Literature, Classroom Management, Character Education, Word Problems, Study Skills, General Science, Library Skills, Short Stories, Writing, Oral Communication, Reading Strategies, Writing-Essays, Holidays/Seasonal, Back to School, Thanksgiving, Christmas-Chanukah-Kwanzaa, Poetry, Autumn, Mental Math, Halloween, Winter, Valentine's Day, Presidents' Day, Decimals, St. Patrick's Day, Spring, Place Value, Products For TpT Sellers, Tools for Common Core, For All Subjects, Summer, Informational Text, Handwriting, Test Preparation, End of Year, Phonics, Close Reading, Classroom Community, Social Emotional Learning