Valentine's Fun Freebies for All Ages

Here it comes--Valentine's Day is just around the corner! Are you prepared for the excitement, fun, and learning that the holiday offers? 

Here's some activities to incorporate learning into your Valentine's Day lesson plans:

Have students complete the coloring sheets below, cut them out, and write a Valentine's Day message or poem on the back of their creations:

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

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Be sure to check back for next week's Valentine's freebies from Educator Helper!

FREE Martin Luther King, Jr. Handouts

Celebrating Martin Luther King, Jr. starts with uncovering basic facts. Use the handouts below to introduce students to the civil rights activist:

Access the complete comic book here

Learn more about Martin Luther King, Jr. by watching the videos below:

For younger students:

For older students:

Take a look at the top books about the era to read more about Martin Luther King, Jr. and the Civil Rights period.

Next, use journal prompts for student writings, active learning projects, or for small/whole group discussions:

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Remember to celebrate the life and contributions of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by reciting his famous "I Have a Dream" speech from the National Archives.

Finish up the lesson with some FREE MLK word puzzles by clicking here.

Enjoy celebrating Martin Luther King, Jr. and his accomplishments and contributions!
Beth, Educator Helper

FREE Chinese New Year Student Books Activities

Celebrating a new year happens across the world! One of the most interesting New Year's celebration is in China. It offers students opportunities to learn more about our Asian neighbors and their traditions. 

Begin with an overview of the New Year celebration:

Elementary students:

Upper Elementary/Secondary students:

Students will also enjoy the Chinese New Year 2019 song that incorporates dance with parade festivities:

A great supplement to your unit is the Chinese New Year Student Books activity:

For the full packet, click here.

New Year's celebrations occur all around the world, so enjoy festivities that encourage students to embrace and share their heritages and traditions!

Happy New Year!
Beth, Educator Helper