This Sharks & Rays Unit was written and illustrated by a marine biologist. Students will learn: general facts about sharks and their anatomy, facts about specific shark species, facts about other cartilaginous species like rays, and their symbionts (remoras). The fun facts can be used as short reading comprehension exercises or can be read to the students while they color in the illustrations. Several shark craftivities are included to make learning fun. I try to make my lessons relative to multiple grade-levels. The reading and scientific information is more appropriate for 3-5th grade, while the coloring and craftivities can be used with pre-K through 5th grade. Zoos and Aquariums may find the download useful when reaching an audience with a wide age-range. This Sharks & Rays unit includes the following Fact Sheets: Fun Shark Facts (historical, cultural, biological and ecological facts about sharks).Read More

Your students will love learning the sign language alphabet (“manual alphabet”) with this Sign Language ABC download. Every page includes upper and lower case letters, a beautifully illustrated picture that starts with the letter and the sign language hand shape for the letter.   The Layout has a consistent design and is perfect for creating an ABC Alphabet room border for your classroom or bedroom. Children can make their own book of alphabet signs for reference, or each child can color one page to make a decorative border for your classroom. All 26 pages of the alphabet are represented in this download from Teachers Pay Teachers.   Did you know that using sign language is a great way to introduce letter sounds and practice spelling? It provides another kinesthetic activity to accompany your phonics program and really helps students with special needs.Read More