National Random Acts of Kindness FREE Activities

                           

February 17 is National Random Acts of Kindness Day!

In today's society, how do we help instill kindness in students? 

Learning about different cultures and diversity helps students develop awareness for others and their needs. Around the world, there are teen role models whose kindness have impacted lives of citizens. Helping students become aware of kids who are empathetic role models will encourage them to take a stand or develop inventions that could help millions of people.

10 Kids Who Changed the World can help to get discussions started in your classroom. 

Then, find a local project that will help students make a difference in today's society!

For more handouts, go to AUL or TpT .

Find great kindness role models this week!
Educator Helper

FREE Black History Month Activities

What does Black History month mean? What historical figures have impacted our society and world? Listen to "Kids Talk About Black History":

Want to learn more about Black History Month?

Learn about Juneteenth by completing the free activities below:

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Enjoy some historical learning during Black History Month!

Beth, Educator Helper

Valentine's Day Fun FREE Activities

 Valentine's Day is almost here! 

Valentine's Day Comics can be a fun way to celebrate the February holiday:

Be creative for Valentines Day by having students complete the coloring sheets below, cut them out, and write a Valentine's Day message or poem on the back of their creations:

Click here for full packet @ Amped Up Learning or TpT

Mad libs are always a hit! Use the below handouts to get students thinking about grammar, vocabulary, and word choices:

Click here for full packet at AUL or TpT

Happy Valentine's Day!
Beth, Educator Helper

FREE Groundhog Day Fun Activities

                                              

Can you correctly predict whether the groundhog will or will not see his shadow? 

Learn more about Groundhog Day at the official Punxsutawney Groundhog Club website. You can find a trivia game and updates, as well as a survey for predicting whether the groundhog will/will not see his shadow. Plus, there's a great teacher section with lesson plans for all ages! 

Another great place to learn about groundhogs is The Old Farmer's Almanac groundhog website! There's history and fun facts about the animals, along with lore and songs. 

To get started with some fun Groundhog Day activities, try some of these FREE handouts:

Get more fun Groundhog Day Activities at Amped Up Learning and TpT!

Here's hoping the groundhog brings an end to winter...

Happy Groundhog Day!
Beth, Educator Helper

Tulsa School of Rock Rocked Cain's Ballroom in January 2025

Students at Tulsa School of Rock rocked Cain's Ballroom with their stellar performance in January! 

These kids are creative and inspiring:

Here's some of Tulsa's School of Rock stars:

For a FREE fun-filled, action packed lesson plan with music, use Let's All Sing the Blues from TpT for active learning, get out of your seat, foot stompin' song writing with your students:

Packet includes:

History and culture of Blues and Jazz
Patterns/Repetition
Slang
Song
Lyrics
Rhythm and Rhyme
Blues and Jazz Greats focusing on Ray Charles
Sing-along example
Writing process
Peer reviewing/workshopping
Overview of the Blues and Jazz era
Elements of Blues and Jazz
Research component
Critical Thinking activities
Extra Resources 
Lesson Plan 

Learning about Jazz and Blues, its history and culture, and patterns and rhythms will get students up and moving with Scat. Fun, interactive, and educational with links and visuals for all learning styles. 

Be sure to share and perform your Scat Blues and Jazz songs!

Happy Scatting!
Beth, Educator Helper

Mardi Gras 2025 is Almost Here!

 It's almost Mardi Gras time! 

It's a holiday steeped in history and tradition. This year's Mardi Gras packet is loaded with fun activities! 

Build prior knowledge with students with these Mardi Gras activities:

Mardi Gras for Kids by National Geographic:

Learn about Fat Tuesday:

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Introduce the sounds of Mardi Gras:

Experience a family, kid friendly Mardi Gras parade:

Learn more about Mardi Gras and complete some fun activities to celebrate the holiday:

Enjoy Mardi Gras however you decide to celebrate! 

Purchase the full Mardi Gras packet at Amped Up Learning or TpT:

Happy Mardi Gras!
Beth, Educator Helper

FREE Winter Coloring Sheets at Educator Helper Storefronts

January is here, and so is Old Man Winter as students head back into classrooms. Get the year started off right with some FREE Winter coloring sheets--use that glitter, grab those stickers, and get creating!

FREE!!! Get both packets FREE at:

Amped Up Learning  

Teachers Pay Teachers

Happy January!
Beth, Educator Helper