I Design Bilingual Resources Focused on Reflective and Critical Thinking to Foster Growth. The resources are all set to connect knowledge to students' real lives.
I Design Bilingual Resources Focused on Reflective and Critical Thinking to Foster Growth. The resources are all set to connect knowledge to students' real lives.
This resource includes an English and Spanish version of Moon Phases Stick Puppets, Bracelets, and Cootie Catcher. These are PERFECT for your bilingual or dual-language classrooms. The Moon Phases activity breaks down the concept simply and clearly. With 12 stick puppets, bracelets, and a fun Cootie Catcher, students can explore how the moon’s appearance changes over a month. Each tool includes space for students to describe key concepts, reinforcing understanding through creativity and play. The puppets bring science to life through role-playing, helping kids interactively grasp this fascinating cycle!
The bracelets provide a fun way to review vocabulary and key concepts, while the Cootie Catcher offers an exciting, interactive way to reinforce learning.
Students will grasp the vocabulary and explain the different moon phases. They can also use the stick puppets to demonstrate a lunar eclipse!
The two resources I am including in this bundle are sold separately. Above is the list of what you will receive. You can click on each link to read a detailed description of each product.
This resource includes:
Moon Phases Bracelets - (English and Spanish Version)
Moon Phases Cootie Catchers - (English and Spanish Version)
Moon Phases Stick Puppets (24 puppets) - (English and Spanish Version)
Enjoy the Moon Phases!
The Moon Phases activity breaks down the concept simply and clearly. With 12 stick puppets, bracelets, and a fun Cootie Catcher, students can explore how the moon’s appearance changes over a month. Each tool includes space for students to describe key concepts, reinforcing understanding through creativity and play. The puppets bring science to life through role-playing, helping kids interactively grasp this fascinating cycle!
The bracelets provide a fun way to review vocabulary and key concepts, while the Cootie Catcher offers an exciting, interactive way to reinforce learning.
Students will grasp the vocabulary and explain the different moon phases. They can also use the stick puppets to demonstrate a lunar eclipse!
This resource includes the following stick puppets:
Earth
Sun
New Moon
Waxing crescent Moon
First Quarter Moon
Waxing Gibbous Moon
Full Moon
Waning Gibbous Moon
Last Quarter Moon
Waning Gibbous Moon
Apollo 11
Neil Armstrong
This resource includes:
Moon Phases Sticks Puppets
Moon Phases Bracelets
Moon Phases Cootie Catcher
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Enjoy this Moon Phases Resource!
This resource includes an English and Spanish version of 4th of July Activities, Independence Day Worksheets, and Crafts. These are perfect for your bilingual or dual-language classroom. Get your students thinking, reflecting, and celebrating with purpose this 4th of July! This powerful resource isn’t just about fireworks and flags; it’s about helping kids connect personally with the values of freedom, independence, and gratitude. Through fun, meaningful activities, students will explore what it truly means to be part of a country with a rich history and a powerful story. You’ll see your classroom come alive with thoughtful conversations, critical thinking, and patriotic pride.
Each activity is designed to spark curiosity, deepen understanding, and build confidence in young learners. Whether they’re imagining how they’d speak to a president, exploring the meaning of independence in their own lives, or reflecting on national symbols, students will walk away with more than facts; they’ll gain appreciation and a personal connection to what Independence Day stands for. Bring depth to your celebration and create memorable moments this July with this all-in-one resource.
The two resources I am including in this bundle are sold separately. Below is the list of what you will receive. You can click on each link to read a detailed description of each product.
This resource includes:
Page 1: Independence Day History - Part I (English and Spanish Version)
Page 2: Independence Day History - Part II (English and Spanish Version)
Page 3: What Do You Think? (English and Spanish Version)
Page 4: I Can Be Independent Too! (English and Spanish Version)
Page 5: Independent Like Our Country! (English and Spanish Version)
Page 6: Cootie Catcher with Patriotic Symbols, Black & White Version (English and Spanish Version)
Page 7: Cootie Catcher with Patriotic Symbols, Color Version (English and Spanish Version)
Page 8: Letter to the President, Needs - Wants, and Proposals (English and Spanish Version)
Page 9: Pennant 1: Facts About the 4th of July (English and Spanish Version)
Page 10: Pennant 2: I am Thankful for My Country Because … (English and Spanish Version)
Page 11: Patriotic American Symbols K - W - L Chart (English and Spanish Version)
Happy Independence Day!
Get your students thinking, reflecting, and celebrating with purpose this 4th of July! This powerful resource isn’t just about fireworks and flags, it’s about helping kids connect personally with the values of freedom, independence, and gratitude. Through fun, meaningful activities, students will explore what it truly means to be part of a country with a rich history and a powerful story. You’ll see your classroom come alive with thoughtful conversations, critical thinking, and patriotic pride.
Each activity is designed to spark curiosity, deepen understanding, and build confidence in young learners. Whether they’re imagining how they’d speak to a president, exploring the meaning of independence in their own lives, or reflecting on national symbols, students will walk away with more than facts, they’ll gain appreciation and a personal connection to what Independence Day stands for. Bring depth to your celebration and create memorable moments this July with this all-in-one resource.
This resource includes:
Page 1: Independence Day History - Part I
Page 2: Independence Day History - Part II
Page 3: What Do You Think?
Page 4: I Can Be Independent Too!
Page 5: Independent Like Our Country!
Page 6: Cootie Catcher with Patriotic Symbols (Black & White Version)
Page 7: Cootie Catcher with Patriotic Symbols (Color Version)
Page 8: Letter to the President (Needs - Wants, and Proposals)
Page 9: Pennant 1: Facts About the 4th of July
Page 10: Pennant 2: I am Thankful for My Country Because …
Page 11: Patriotic American Symbols (K - W - L Chart )
Happy Independence Day!
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Constitution Day
Martin Luther King, Jr.
Patriot’s Day - Battle of Lexington and Concord
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This end of the school year resource provides your students with a gift they will cherish forever! It aims to reinforce gratitude and kindness. Both are essential attributes that offer significant benefits, improving the lives of students now and in the future. Encouraging these attributes is the best way to help students feel good about themselves, others, and the world around them.
The checklist format is fantastic, encouraging your students to reflect on the contributions they have made to the school, teachers, and classmates. This self-reflection instills a sense of accomplishment and recognition for their efforts.
The bracelets are a powerful tool for students to recognize and appreciate the people who have supported them throughout the school year. Wearing these bracelets helps students develop a sense of pride and gratitude for their accomplishments and the people who have helped them along the way.
The pencils are readily printable and can be displayed in the hall or on a wall in the house. Get ready to receive many compliments!
Remember, kindness and gratitude are contagious, and by promoting them in your students, you can help create an unforgettable memory that will last a lifetime.
This resource includes:
End of the Year Bracelets
I am thankful for (chart)
End of School Year - Checklist
School Memories
This Year Was …Pencil Craft ( fantastic on a bulletin board) I HIGHLY recommend printing on card stock (different colors) for best results.
Happy End of the School Year!
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End of the School Year - Album
End of the School Year Task Cards | Self-Reflection Activity
End of the School Year - Album
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This engaging Five Senses Crown and Mini Book Activity helps kids understand how their senses shape their experiences and help them enjoy the world around them. Children will love crafting and wearing crowns, proudly showing them off at school and home. The interactive mini-books can be colored, making each one unique. Encourage kids to share their creations with family, reinforcing the lesson in a fun and meaningful way.
If a child has experienced the loss of a sense due to illness or injury, focus on the power of their remaining senses. By strengthening those senses, they’ll learn how to adapt and thrive, helping to balance what’s missing while boosting confidence and awareness.
This resource includes:
Five Senses Crown
Five senses Mini-book (6 half pages)
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Happy National Senses Day!
Do you know what your students want from life? What do they want to achieve? Summer is a time for learning, trying new things, family trips, and outings.
This personal action plan helps your students become more aware and purposeful in making the decisions that shape their lives. It enables them to make improved decisions and make better use of their time and other resources.
Children have many ideas to share, but sometimes they aren’t heard. This summer action plan teaches children valuable skills: advocating for what they want, setting goals, and making compromises.
This resource helps children strengthen their self-esteem and self-confidence as they work on their plans. It provides them with an opportunity for reflection and facilitates consensus-building with their families and friends.
The summer craft is excellent for bulletin boards or decorating your home. I highly recommend printing it on yellow cardstock for the best results. Children feel a sense of responsibility for the actions, resources, and tasks assigned to them.
This resource includes:
Summer Action Plan
Achieving My Summer Goals - Album
Summer Action Plan Goals (Sun Craft)
Happy Summer!
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My Spring - Action Plan
My Summer - Action Plan
My Autumn - Action Plan
My Winter - Action Plan
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This activity is designed to aid students in developing coping mechanisms when faced with challenging situations. The resource is grounded in the main principles of a Growth Mindset, which emphasizes the power of embracing challenges, adopting a “yet†mentality, finding inspiration in the success of others, viewing effort as the path to mastery, learning from mistakes and criticism, and cultivating a positive attitude towards learning.
By incorporating these principles into the activity, children acquire social and emotional competencies that will help them navigate challenging experiences effectively.
BENEFITS
Students are aware that they are competent in overcoming their challenges.
Students become more responsible and committed with their own challenges.
Students focus on their effort and hard work instead of the outcome.
Students discover and find new strengths and weaknesses. This activity gives them a better understanding of themselves.
Your students will be exercising critical thinking skills!
This resource includes:
A Growth Mindset - Overcoming Challenges Mini Book in black and white, 12 half pages.
An overhead transparency sample of Growth Mindset - Overcoming challenges Mini Book, 12 half pages.
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Enjoy the benefits of fostering a growth mindset culture in your class!
Transform mealtime into a character-building experience with the Character Education Burger Menu! This exciting resource makes learning essential life skills enjoyable for children. Get ready for your kids to relish delicious burgers and the opportunity to develop vital social and critical thinking skills. The activity highlights the six core pillars of character education: Trustworthiness, Respect, Responsibility, Fairness, Citizenship, and Caring. While enjoying their tasty burgers, children will reflect on their actions, attitudes, and behaviors, helping them internalize the importance of positive values.
Celebrate National Burger Day with this FANTASTIC resource that blends flavor with character education! Perfect for parents and educators looking to inspire young minds through engaging and meaningful activities.
This resource includes:
Menu: Character Education
Burger 1: Trustworthiness
Burger 2: Respect
Burger 3: Responsibility
Burger 4: Fairness
Burger 5: Caring
Burger 6: Citizenship
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I hope you enjoy a delicious way to work on character education!
This resource is perfectly designed to get you and your students into the spirit of this exciting holiday! The activity includes a wide range of engaging activities that will teach students about the main events, culture, and traditions of Mexico, providing them with a deeper understanding of the true meaning behind Cinco de Mayo.
Take your celebration to the next level by decorating your classroom with beautiful pennants and other festive decorations, adding a colorful and vibrant touch to your Cinco de Mayo festivities!
Give your students a fun, informative, and truly unforgettable learning experience!
The resource includes:
Cinco de Mayo History (read and draw, two pages)
Cinco de Mayo Traditions
Cinco de Mayo (know, want to know, learn)
Cinco de Mayo Self-portrait (PERFECT for hallway displays!)
Cinco de Mayo Pennant (PERFECT for hallway displays!)
Cinco de Mayo Acrostic
All about “Cinco de Mayoâ€
My Favorite Mexican Food
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Cinco de Mayo PowerPoint Presentation
Cinco de Mayo Craft
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Happy Cinco de Mayo!
This resource, the Easter Egg Hunt with Writing Activities and a Pennant adds festive decorations to your classroom but also promotes responsibility, organization, and creativity in a fun, Easter-themed way. Students will practice important sequencing skills as they prepare for the egg hunt, and teachers can rest assured that everyone feels included and excited.
This activity helps students express their thoughts, write invitations, and share their anticipation for the event; all while developing essential writing skills.
Perfect for engaging young learners, this Easter-themed writing activity allows students to practice letter writing in a fun and festive context. Whether they are writing invitations or reflecting on the event, they will enjoy both the creativity and the chance to get into the Easter spirit.
This resource includes:
An Easter Egg Hunt Pennant in black and white.
I am going on an Easter Egg Hunt - Invitation card.
I am going on an Easter Egg Hunt - Sequencing worksheets.
Easter Egg Hunt Rules - for the more sensitive kids. **
I am going on an Easter Egg Hunt - I would like to see…
If I were an Easter Bunny.
Dear Easter Bunny Letter - (needs and wants)
The more you prepare your students they will enjoy the most.
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Easter Activity - I Feel Happy
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Happy Easter Egg Hunt!