Long U Grade 2 Lesson Plan: Activity

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In this lesson plan, second graders use BrainPOP Jr. resources to learn about the long u sound. They discover what letter combinations create this sound and the subtle differences in how “long u” soun...

Concussions Discussion Prompts and Pause Points

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Before the Movie Why is it important to protect our heads? (Tap prior knowledge; Predict) Why is the brain an important part of the body? (Tap prior knowledge)   During the Movie (Pause P...

Long “U” Background Information for Teachers, Parents, and Caregivers

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This page provides information to support educators and families when teaching K-3 students about the long “u” sound. It is designed to complement the Long U topic page on BrainPOP Jr.     ...

Barack Obama Discussion Prompts and Pause Points

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Before the Movie:   What do you know about Barack Obama? (Tap prior knowledge) What would you like to know about Obama's presidency? (Set goals)   During the Movie (Pause Points...

Creature Caverns Teacher Guide

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Click to download this Teacher Guide for Creature Caverns, a flexible, sandbox-style game that challenges students to analyze patterns in tables and graphs. Adaptable for grades 4-7, students create a...

Agrinautica Teacher Guide

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Click to download this Teacher Guide for Agrinautica, a flexible, sandbox-type game featuring pre-algebra skills, including mathematical expression-building and order of operations. Adaptable for stud...

Curse Reverse Teacher Guide

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Click to download this Teacher Guide for Curse Reverse, a game that builds algebraic expression and patterns skills.  Adaptable for grades 3-7, the game invites students to navigate imaginary sites, u...

U.S. Constitution Discussion Prompts and Pause Points

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Before the Movie What do you know about the U.S. Constitution? (Tap prior knowledge) When do you hear the Constitution discussed? (Reflect)   During the Movie (Pause Points) Stop at the ...

Seasons Discussion Prompts and Pause Points

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Before the Movie What do you think causes change of season? (Predict; Tap prior knowledge; Identify cause/effect) Which season is your favorite? Why? (Make connections)    During the Movi...

Five-Paragraph Essay Discussion Prompts & Pause Points

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Before the Movie What do you think is the purpose of a five-paragraph essay? (Predict) What do you hope to learn about it to improve your writing? (Set goals)    During the Movie (Pause P...