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8th grade teacher tool pdfs
Calm Down Tools: Social Stories & Visual Supports for Self-Regulation & Behavior
If you have ever worked with students who have difficulty with self-regulation, you probably wish you could just tell them to calm down. This kit is designed to allow you to do that by teaching them the skills of why being calm is important AND HOW to achieve it. These 4 social narratives and visual supports are designed specifically to support your behavior management strategies and to teach students to manage their own behavior. Specifically, the tools will teach using a calm down routine t
Grades:
K - 10th
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Freak the Mighty Novel Unit Common Core Aligned
Freak the Mighty by Rodman Philbrick is an amazing story about the power of friendship and how it can transform even the hardest life situations. Your middle school students will love reading about how Maxwell and Kevin go from being outcasts due to scenarios out of their control to the dynamic duo known as Freak the Mighty.
This 60 page Freak the Mighty PRINT AND GO Novel Unit includes:
• Chapter by Chapter Lesson Plans
• Character Analysis
• Context Clue Word Work
• Chapter by Chapter Reader
Grades:
6th - 8th, Staff
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SELF-REGULATION COPING SKILLS BUNDLE: Calm Corner, SEL Lessons, Games & More!
Our Self-Regulation Coping Skills Bundle is jam-packed with effective and fun calming tools for kids! Students learn and practice emotional regulation skills to deal with uncomfortable feelings, getting them ready to learn and get along with others. In other words, the strategies will be a game-changer for your classroom management! Increases Student Engagement & Buy-InThe strong visual supports are great for differentiated instruction and a wide range of learners. Not only do the tools lo
Grades:
2nd - 8th
Esperanza Rising Novel Study Unit & Comprehension Activities
My Esperanza Rising novel study features everything teachers need to lead students through Pam Muñoz Ryan's amazing book. This PDF novel study includes activities, comprehension questions, daily lesson plans, character analysis, word work, and more! Guide your readers through Esperanza Rising while helping them think more deeply about the characters, themes, and literary devices found within it.The theme of this novel is perseverance and the idea that one should never be afraid to start over. Yo
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4th - 8th, Staff
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Substitute Binder - Secondary Teacher Binder for Subs
Fully editable substitute binder to prepare your class for success with a substitute teacher. Start the year off organized! This will keep you from having to rewrite the same information over and over again or from confusion while you are gone. Just add work!What is included?Print and go PDF fileFile that can be edited in Google SlidesTips and ideas for various proceduresFile includes the following:Binder CoverBinder DividersTable of ContentsPrinting DirectionsSubstitute LetterCampus Informat
Grades:
5th - 12th
Also included in: Back to School Starter Pack for Middle School
SEL Morning Meeting - Social Skills Activities & Slides for the Year
Use these morning meeting cards to teach social emotional learning skills on a daily basis for the entire year! This set is now printable AND digital-friendly! You can choose whether to print the cards and go over topics in person, or share your screen to host a virtual morning meeting for distance learning.These 175 morning meeting cards (and over 1000 digital slides) highlight SEL skills for self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationships, and decision-making. The idea is simp
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5th - 8th
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Back to School Classroom Management Tools | Classroom Routines and Procedures
Back to school is SO busy—one way to make sure the year starts smoothly is to clearly outline your classroom expectations with your students so that they know your classroom routines and procedures. With this classroom management resource, you will have access to over 100 routines and procedures listed out, ideas for meeting discussion topics, and my entire morning routine as an example to start from. As teachers, we have all found ourselves in that panicky moment where we need to line up for an
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1st - 8th, Staff
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Short Text for Teaching Text Structure {Vol.2}: Informational Text about Color
Are you looking to expand your collection of short informational text perfect for {fun & interesting} close reading? Text that you and your students can read and reread in one session? If so, then I think you will love this second volume of articles in a new Hello Literacy Informational Text series I'm creating called Hello 411. I wrote and designed these informational text articles for my students because I was looking for text that was short, interesting, looked like a real magazine artic
Grades:
K - 8th
Thesis Statement Practice Activities Informational Informative Writing Worksheet
Thesis statement practice for informative / informational / expository / explanatory writing should be fun and engaging! These activities are awesome for stations and for individual learning, and will have students whipping out perfect thesis statements in no time. This is a MUST-DO lesson before teaching essay writing. After all, the thesis statement is the most important sentence in the essay. This workshop can be used for a 2 pronged or 3 pronged thesis statement. ANSWERS INCLUDED --- NO PREP
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6th - 9th
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Social Skills Story: Using Appropriate Language/ Swear Words/ Curse Words
Looking to help your students understand the impact of their words?Social Skills Stories: Swear Words is a perfect resource for any classroom!This book contains fun and engaging social skills story that discuss the positive and negative effects of swearing.Whether you're looking to curb cursing or simply want to start a conversation about why certain words are hurtful, this book is a must-have!Direct social skills instruction is extremely beneficial to students with special needs. 13 Page Social
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PreK - 12th
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Also included in: Social Skills Story FOREVER Growing Bundle: Behavior Management Stories
Poetry Analysis Resource for Grades 4-8
Poetry can feel overwhelming to teach and even more frustrating for students. I created this resource to help my students learn the poetic devices and demonstrate how we can use them to analyze poems. I've found this approach works well for boosting confidence, engagement, and understanding with my middle school students.This PDF printable resource is broken down into 8 lessons, covering all of the poetic devices and finishing with analysis worksheets for students to demonstrate their understand
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5th - 8th, Staff
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Also included in: Poetry Unit Bundle CCSS Standards-Based
Data Collection Sheets for Special Education Teachers, Paraprofessionals, Etc.
In today's Data-Driven classrooms, it's important to have the right forms to take accurate and meaningful data. If you're a special education or even a general education teacher, this is the pack that will help you do that! Data Collection will be quick and easy with this 23-page pack- enjoy!Here's what you get:Recess Observation FormLunch Observation FormTime on Task DataTime on/off Task Frequency Data2 Antecedent-Behavior-Consequence Forms2 Functional Behavioral Analysis FormsTime Sampling/
Grades:
K - 12th, Staff
Color Coded Visual Cue Cards
Use these visuals to quickly reinforce verbal directions or redirect student behavior. For easy access, place selected visuals on a binder ring and attach to a lanyard. The color coding adds an extra visual cue that many students need.There are 36 visuals included, but I would recommend choosing the ones you’ll use most so that you can easily access them. You can also create multiple binder rings for different settings (teacher table, transitions, circle time, etc.). The visuals are color-coded
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PreK - 12th, Staff
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Behavior Management - Strategies and Tools for Middle School and High School
Add this to your classroom management tools so you spend less time managing distracting behaviors and more time engaged in teaching and learning! This Behavior Management Plan will help decrease off-task behaviors and increase on-task learning with sequential strategies that empower teachers to focus on positive interventions and consistent consequences so you can care for little problems before they become big problems. Whether you're looking for more behavior management ideas to include in you
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Grades:
5th - 12th
Short Text for Teaching Text Structure {Vol.3}: American Revolution
Are you looking to expand your collection of short informational text perfect for {fun & interesting} close reading? Text that you and your students can read and reread in one session? If so, then I think you will love this third volume of articles in a new Hello Literacy Informational Text series I'm creating called Hello 411.
I wrote and designed these informational text articles for my students because I was looking for text that was short, interesting, looked like a real magazine arti
Grades:
3rd - 9th
2023-2024 STARS Classroom Report Card Comments w/4 digit codes
This Common Core/NGLS aligned resource is AMAZING! If you are a NYC school teacher and use STARS Classroom to generate report cards, you need to check this out. You can download as a PDF and print to add to your teacher binder, or you can use the digital verson in Google Docs. This resource includes:• Table of Contents hyperlinks • 2020- 2021 “STARS Classroom report card comments w/ 4 digit codes• Google Docs link to make a copyIf you do not use STARS Classroom, no need to worry. Here a
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K - 12th, Staff
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Keeping Clothes on at School Editable Social Skills Story
Is your child having trouble keeping their clothes on at school? If so, we've got the perfect solution! Our Keeping Your Clothes On Social Skills Story will help them understand why it's important to keep their clothes on, and give them the tools they need to stay clothed in public situations. With this resource, you can create a personalized plan that will help your student succeed both at school and at home. So why wait? Get started today and see the difference it makes!Print and bind into a b
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PreK - 12th
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Also included in: Social Skills Story FOREVER Growing Bundle: Behavior Management Stories
Getting My Period Menstruation Menstrual Cycle Puberty Social Skills Story
Introducing Social Skills Story: Puberty: Getting My Period, the perfect resource for girls who are starting to menstruate.This 13-page social narrative describes everything girls need to know about getting their period, from the basics (like what it is and why it happens) to dealing with the sometimes awkward conversations that come up around this topic.With simple, straightforward language and real photographs this story takes the mystery out of periods and helps girls feel more confident and
Grades:
5th - 12th
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Also included in: Social Skills Story FOREVER Growing Bundle: Behavior Management Stories
Masturbation Editable Social Skills Story 2 versions Male Female
Be Prepared For Those Awkward Teachable Moments We've Got You Covered with Straightforward Narratives & VisualsThis is a resource for educators and caregivers of individuals with disabilities who have difficulty knowing when and where it is appropriate to masturbate.With this helpful guide, they can reduce inappropriate behaviors in the classroom, creating a more comfortable and stress-free learning environment for all.Direct social skills instruction is extremely beneficial to students with
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PreK - 12th
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Also included in: Social Skills Story FOREVER Growing Bundle: Behavior Management Stories
Implementing the House System- Yearlong Curriculum
This resource is now complete and ready for you to use to implement the House System THIS YEAR!If you have been looking to implement the house system school wide or in your classroom, this resource has everything you will need to begin this culture changing process at your school. This resource will include: - Goals of the House System- Letters to students and parents- PD ideas and presentations for staff- Ideas for sorting staff and students- House expectations- The point system and tracking- H
Grades:
PreK - 8th
Accidents Potty Training Toilet Training Bathroom Social Skills Story
It's normal to have accidents sometimes, but it's important to know what to do when they happen. With its engaging photographs and supportive tone, this story will help kids feel confident about handling any toilet-related mishaps.Direct instruction is beneficial to students with special needs. This social story can be used before an upcoming event or read regularly. Print and bind into a book, or just read it digitally on any of your devices.11 page social storyeditable version saved on Googl
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PreK - 12th
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Also included in: Social Skills Stories: Bathroom Potty Training Bundle
Grieving the Loss of a Loved One Grief Death Editable Social Skills Story
Grieving can be tough, but it's important to remember that everyone does things their own way.This social story will help explain the grieving process to kids, as well as give them some tips on how they can help them feel empowered.With compassion and understanding, this story provides a heartfelt guide to grieving.14 page social skills story Print and bind into a book, or just read it digitally on any of your devices.Editable Version Saved on Google SlidesWANT TO EDIT THIS BOOK? Possibly add in
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PreK - 12th
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Also included in: Social Skills Story FOREVER Growing Bundle: Behavior Management Stories
Argument Writing: 50 Outlines with Rubrics for Middle School English
50 Argument Topics with Outlines and RubricsWhen I showed this resource to a teacher friend, she exclaimed that it was the argument packet she’s been “waiting for” all her life. I laughed, but I think I know what she means. Teachers can use this set of topics frequently and in so many ways. It’s an easy-to-use print and go resource! You can even leave it with a sub!Included are 50 engaging and controversial topics that your students will be eager to weigh in on. All of them are written on step-b
Grades:
6th - 9th
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Behavior Self Monitoring Charts
These self monitoring charts are a great behavior intervention resource. They help teach students to monitor their own behavior. These charts are designed to work with varying age levels and ability levels.What’s Included: 16 different self monitoring charts displayed in 5 different formats.3 charts with a 1-3 Rating.3 charts with smiley face rating.3 charts with a +/- rating.4 charts with ability to add multiple behaviors.3 charts with weekly tracking.Two example charts of how to complete t
Grades:
K - 12th
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