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Create-a-Town Simulation
Create-a-Town Simulation
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In this activity, students actually build a model town and learn about their communities by doing activities related to libraries, post offices, schools, hospitals, police stations, fire departments, banks, restaurants, and more.
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Earth Day STEM Choice Board for Elementary Grades

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Earth Day STEM Choice Board for Elementary Grades

These Earth Day activities for the classroom focus on STEM learning for a great way to celebrate Earth Day with your ele...

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Spring Plants Choice Board for Elementary Grades

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Spring Plants Choice Board for Elementary Grades

These spring activities for elementary students, all about spring plants and flowers, will help your students review and...

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Poetry Packet for Elementary

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National Poetry Month Themed Packet for Elementary

April is National Poetry Month! This themed packet was designed for elementary students, and includes a variety of activ...

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Math Problem Solving: The Guess and Check Method

Math Problem Solving: The Guess and Check Method In this article, we will explore the guess and check method, a power...

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Figure Me Out Icebreaker

In this icebreaker activity, students create a math equation for each category.

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Two Word Check In Mindfulness Exercise

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Two Word Check In

In this video, Breathe For Change founder, Ilana, explains and models the Two Word Check In strategy.

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an activity to build students' emotional awareness

Two Word Check In (Primary)

This activity from Breathe For Change is designed to enhance students' emotional awareness.

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Holiday Self-Care: Getting the Most of your Breaks

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Holiday Self-Care: Getting the Most Out of Your Time Off

Carrying a Heavy Load Quite possibly only one memory eclipses that of your first classroom as a teacher - that of you...

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Checks and Balances

Here are examples of how the U.S.

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