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Write a Creative Story in Response to the Picture Given!
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How Well Do Your Students Follow Directions?
These activities are designed to reinforce the importance of carefully reading directions before beginning any assignment. Many students tend to skim instructions and rush into their work, which can lead to errors, confusion, and unnecessary frustration. These challenges provides a fun, engaging, and memorable way to highlight the importance of attention to detail. Challenge #1: Mission Impossible: The Ultimate Directions Challenge! Challenge #2: Top Secret Mission: Agent Training for Young Recruits Challenge #3: Astronaut Training: Focus Challenge! Challenge #4:
Library Rules
Before heading to the school library, watch this video and complete the worksheet to get the most out of your visit! Video: Worksheet: Donate here:
Preparing for a Substitute Teacher: A Reflection on Respect
Here is a writing activity to prepare students for a substitute teacher. If your students misbehave and disrespect a substitute teacher, here is a reflective writing task your students can complete. Donate here:
Pirate Training Mission: Captain’s Order!
Can your students closely follow the instructions given and become pirates? Donate here:
Rhetorical Showdown: The Ultimate Persuasion Challenge!
Objective: You will write a persuasive monologue as a passionate advocate for an outrageous cause. Your goal is to incorporate the rhetorical strategies listed below to strengthen your argument. Here are some possible causes: Why pineapples should be the national symbol of power. Why naps should be legally required during the school day. Why socks should never match. Here’s what you need to incorporate in your monologue: Worksheet: Here is a similar activity: Donate here: