Refocus and Recharge! 50 Brain Breaks for Middle Schoolers

Refocus and Recharge! 50 Brain Breaks for Middle Schoolers
Author: Responsive Classroom
Publisher: Center for Responsive Schools, Inc.
Total Pages: 106
Release: 2016-09-06
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1892989875

These quick, easy-to-learn activities give students much-needed mental and physical breaks, plus safe, structured ways to interact with peers. As a result, students are refocused and recharged and can more fully engage with the content you teach. Some brain breaks, like "In the Bag," are calming and reduce stress; others, like "Twisted Brain," energize bodies and minds. And you can use brain breaks anywhere, anytime! This handy book includes: Clear, easy-to-follow instructionsTips for successSample words and actionsSuggested variationsReproducible handouts

Energizing Brain Breaks

Energizing Brain Breaks
Author: David Sladkey
Publisher: Corwin Press
Total Pages: 65
Release: 2013-01-15
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1452268126

The fastest way to keep your students engaged It′s an all too familiar sight: that glazed look in your students′ eyes. They′ve been sitting or listening for too long. What they need is an Energizing Brain Break--a quick physical and mental challenge that′s like hitting the refresh button on your computer, but for your students. This practical full-color flip book contains 50 highly effective, classroom-tested brain breaks that you can put to immediate use across the grades. No preparation or supplies are required; just one to two minutes of your time when you see a need. You′ll find pictures, directions, and online videos for activities such as: Slap Count Letters: students alternate slapping each other′s hands while spelling a word Rock, Paper, Scissors, Math: partners reveal a certain number of fingers to each other, and the first person to add them together wins Bizz-Buzz: groups of students count from 1 to 40 using a combination of numbers and words There′s no better way to help students remain sharp and alert, reenergized to take on the next task of learning!

Brain Breaks for the Classroom

Brain Breaks for the Classroom
Author: Michelle Gay
Publisher: Scholastic Teaching Resources
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2009
Genre: Breathing exercises
ISBN: 9780545074742

40 fun exercises help students take a quick break and return to their work refreshed. Includes a full-color poster in a convenient 8-1/2" x 11" printable size!

The Power of Our Words for Middle School

The Power of Our Words for Middle School
Author: Responsive Classroom
Publisher: Center for Responsive Schools, Inc.
Total Pages: 82
Release: 2016-04-27
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1892989867

When the language we use with our students is positive, clear, and purposeful, our classrooms are transformed. This practical book focuses on five types of positive teacher language: Envisioning languageReinforcing languageReminding languageRedirecting languageOpen-ended questions Book features: Guidelines for using each type of languagePractical tips to strengthen your use of languageNumerous examples to use as modelsCharts to help you track your progress

Middle School Motivators!

Middle School Motivators!
Author: Responsive Classroom
Publisher: Center for Responsive Schools, Inc.
Total Pages: 74
Release: 2016-04-06
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1892989824

These tried-and-true learning structures encourage all students to do their best learning, stay fully engaged, and work with one another in dynamic, purposeful, and respectful ways. Discover new ways to meet the developmental needs that young adolescents have for movement and socializing while helping them meet lesson objectives in any content area. Samples of learning structures include: Consensus Mapping: Small groups of students work together to identify and reach agreement on the main ideasDebate Duos: Pairs of students learn to respectfully debate both sides of an issue and consider multiple perspectivesJigsaws: Small groups of students explore content in greater depth and then share their new knowledge with others Book features: Step-by-step instructions for every structureBrief descriptions of each structure in actionExamples of learning goals for each structureVariations and reproducible handouts for many structuresA quick guide so you can easily find the right structure for your lesson

The Responsive Advisory Meeting Book

The Responsive Advisory Meeting Book
Author: Center for Responsive Schools
Publisher: Center for Responsive Schools Incorporated
Total Pages: 216
Release: 2018-03-21
Genre:
ISBN: 9781892989901

Transform Advisory into Responsive Advisory Meeting with structured, purpose-driven plans to build relationships, develop communication and social skills, and support and extend academics.Developed from research with middle school students and teachers in rural, suburban, and urban public middle schools, each plan is designed to meet students' needs for belonging, significance, and fun while helping them build skills and explore their interests.

Energize Your Meetings!

Energize Your Meetings!
Author: Responsive Classroom
Publisher: Center for Responsive Schools, Inc.
Total Pages: 98
Release: 2014-07-03
Genre: Education
ISBN: 189298962X

Run meetings that educators look forward to and leave feeling invigorated. Interactive structures make staff meetings, study groups, and other PD sessions more engaging, meaningful, and productive. Easy to do and to lead, the learning structures in this book have been honed by facilitators in Responsive Classroom workshops. You'll find ideas for large-group brainstorming, small-group problem solving, partner idea exchanges, and much more. Use them to: Introduce new materialDeepen understandingReflect on learning and develop action stepsAssess comprehensionSolve problems collaboratively Includes a guide to help you choose the best structure for the adult learners in your group, practical tips for success, variations to keep things lively, and examples showing each structure in action.

Get Active

Get Active
Author: Dale Basye
Publisher: International Society for Technology in Education
Total Pages: 182
Release: 2015-06-21
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1564845117

Active learning spaces offer students opportunities to engage, collaborate, and learn in an environment that taps into their innate curiosity and creativity. Students well versed in active learning - the capabilities that colleges, vocational schools and the workforce demand - will be far more successful than those educated in traditional classrooms. Get Active is a practical guide to inform your thinking about how best to design schools and classrooms to support learning in a connected, digital world. From classroom redesigns to schoolwide rennovation projects and new building construction, the authors show the many ways that active learning spaces can improve the learning experience.

99 Activities and Greetings

99 Activities and Greetings
Author: Melissa Correa-Connolly
Publisher: Center for Responsive Schools, Inc.
Total Pages: 151
Release: 2004-01-01
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1892989204

From "Magic Number" to "UFO Experts", this fun collection of activities, chants, and greetings helps teachers build a positive climate for learning while giving students practice in reading, math, problem-solving, and more. Each activity includes: Suggested grade levelAcademic and social skills practicedMaterials neededConcise, easy-to-follow directions

Spectrum Writing, Grade 4

Spectrum Writing, Grade 4
Author:
Publisher: Carson-Dellosa Publishing
Total Pages: 144
Release: 2014-08-15
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1483814882

Spectrum(R) Writing for grade 4 guides students through each step of the writing process as they write paragraphs, personal narratives, fiction stories, how-to instructions, descriptive comparisons, research reports, persuasive letters, and more. Spectrum(R) Writing workbooks guide students as they write for a variety of purposes, including writing to tell a story, writing to provide information, and writing to state an opinion. Lessons support current state standards. Step-by-step instructions help with planning, drafting, revising, proofreading, and sharing writing. A Writer’s Handbook reinforces grammar and language skills, and a complete Answer Key is included. Engaging, open-ended writing projects combined with standards-based learning make these workbooks an essential resource for school success. Spectrum(R), the best-selling workbook series, is proud to provide quality educational materials that support your students’ learning achievement and success.