https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5 This unit will focus on the integration of a fall theme, into my content area lessons. The unit will integrate information about he autumn season into lessons that connect to national and state objectives. This unit also integrates ELA standards. This unite provides an enriching experience for students in many areas of education. en-us 2016-10-20 01:13:22 UTC 2025-11-02 10:22:43 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/icons/Apple.png mebachmann2s https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/133200108 1.NS.A.2  | Read and write numerals and represent a number of objects with a written numeral. 

During this activity, students will, as a class, be shown a number on the board. The students will each have a bag of candy corn. The students will, individually, pick out the number of candy corns that match the number on the board. they will write the number down on a dry erase board. When the students have their candy corns picked out, they will hold up their board. After a period of 90 seconds has passed, or everyone has their board held up, the students, as a class, will say the number out loud. The teacher will then draw the representative number of candy corns on the board so the students can check their answers.
http://lifeovercs.com/free-printable-candy-corn-counting-cards/

]]> 2016-10-26 01:03:14 UTC https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/133200108 mebachmann2s https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/133201863 NCTM K-2 |  Compare and order objects according to  length, volume, weight, area, and time

During this activity, the students, as a class, will measure the height of pumpkins, the weight of pumpkins, and the circumference of pumpkins. The students, as a class, will decide how to order the pumpkins based on least to greatest of each of the attributes.

http://www.giftofcuriosity.com/easy-fall-math-measuring-the-circumference-of-a-pumpkin/]]> 2016-10-26 01:17:39 UTC https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/133201863 mebachmann2s https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/133202385 Fall is Here! Counting 1 to 10
This book is a great way to grab the students' attention during an anticipatory set. The book involves a fall theme, while counting objects from one to ten and showing representations of numbers.

]]> 2016-10-26 01:21:43 UTC https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/133202385 mebachmann2s https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/133204056 http://www.kidactivities.net/category/Seasonal-FallAutumn-Games.aspx 
This website has ideas for fun autumn activities to do with students. These activities can be easily implemented. There are many activities to choose from.

]]> 2016-10-26 01:34:56 UTC https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/133204056 mebachmann2s https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/139471401 Counting on Fall
This book tells of all of the changes that happen during the fall, such as the weather getting colder and the leaves falling off of the trees, while also providing counting activities on each page. This book could serve as a way for the children to practice on their  ability to represent a number of objects with a written numeral.]]> 2016-11-22 20:39:34 UTC https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/139471401 mebachmann2s https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/139472633 1.NS.A.2  | Read and write numerals and represent a number of objects with a written numeral.

1.R.1.A.e  | Recognizing beginning, middle, and end in a story

During this activity, the class and I will read the book Fall is Here. There are counting activities on each page. We will complete the counting activity on each page as a class, then, the children will return to their seats and work on finding the beginning, middle, and end of the story. They will write their answers on a practice sheet.

]]> 2016-11-22 20:45:29 UTC https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/139472633 mebachmann2s https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/139474305 Students will read and write numerals and represent a number of objects with a written numeral with 90% accuracy by completing the Candy Corn Counting Activity with a 90%. 

Students will compare and order objects according to length, volume, weight, area, and time with 90% accuracy by completing the Pumpkin Ordering Activity with 90% accuracy. 

Students will recognize the beginning, middle, and end in a story with 90% accuracy by completing the story sequence chart that goes with the Sequencing Activity with 90% accuracy.]]> 2016-11-22 20:54:40 UTC https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/139474305 mebachmann2s https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/139934761 1.LS3.A.1: Make observations to construct an evidence based account that young plants and animals are like, but not exactly like, their parents. 

1.ESS2.D.1: Indicating relationships between observed weather data and weather phenomena

IN.1.A.1.b Plan and conduct a simple investigation (fair test) to answer a question

1.W.2.B.a: Introduce a topic or text being studied and supply facts

]]> 2016-11-25 19:23:46 UTC https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/139934761 mebachmann2s https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/139934894 Standard: 1.LS3.A.1: Make observations to construct an evidence based account that young plants and animals are like, but not exactly like, their parents. 

Students will observe how a "parent" pumpkin and its offspring are similar, but different. They will record their findings on a Venn Diagram.

]]> 2016-11-25 19:25:22 UTC https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/139934894 mebachmann2s https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/139935941 1.ESS2.D.1: Indicating relationships between observed weather data and weather phenomena

Students will read the book Fall Weather: Cooler Temperatures as a group. After the book has been read, the students will investigate the different types of clouds mentioned in the book through prediction. They will predict what kind of weather phenomena (rain, snow, etc.) could come from the clouds. They will watch the video Magic School Bus: Wet all Over. The teacher will stop the video intermittently and ask the students what they predict will happen with each type of cloud in the video. They will record their predictions and justify them using a predictions chart.

Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RRE1nUwnjc0]]> 2016-11-25 19:43:25 UTC https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/139935941 mebachmann2s https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/139937216 Standard: IN.1.A.1.b Plan and conduct a simple investigation (fair test) to answer a question

Standard: 1.W.2.B.a: Introduce a topic or text being studied and supply facts

Students will conduct a simple class experiment to answer the question, "Does a pumpkin last longer carved, or uncarved?" The students will conduct the experiment over the course of the fall season, watching as the two pumpkins slowly rot. They will record their findings. After the experiment is completed, students will write an expository piece of writing that introduces the question, then supplies the results they observed and their conclusion.]]> 2016-11-25 20:10:24 UTC https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/139937216 mebachmann2s https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/139946597 1.LS3.A.1: Students will make observations to construct an evidence based account that young plants and animals are alike, but not exactly like, their parents with 90% accuracy by completing a Venn Diagram with accurate similarities and differences with 90% accuracy.

1.ESS2.D.1: Students will indicate relationships between observed weather data and weather phenomena with 90% accuracy by making a predictions chart with at least 90% reasonable accuracy.

IN.1.A.1.b: Students will plan and conduct a simple investigation to answer the question "Do pumpkins that have been carved rot at a faster rate than pumpkins that have not been carved?" with 90% accuracy by participating in an experiment to answer the question and recording their findings with 90% accuracy.

1.W.2.B.a: Students will introduce the topic they are studying with 90% accuracy by writing an expository piece of writing on their pumpkin experiment with 90% accuracy.


]]> 2016-11-26 00:47:44 UTC https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/139946597 mebachmann2s https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/139947035 Fall Weather: Cooler Temperatures

This book explains the weather changes that happen in the fall, such as cooler temperatures and more rainfall. This book could be used as an anticipatory set, or it could be used to introduce or integrate into a weather-related lesson.]]> 2016-11-26 01:06:52 UTC https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/139947035 mebachmann2s https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/139947156 We Gather Together

This book tells the story of a family celebrating the harvest season by harvesting pumpkins, squash, and other seasonal items. This book goes into detail about when the best time to plant is, and when it is time to harvest. This book could be used during a science lesson on the life and growth of plants, or as an anticipatory set for such a lesson.]]> 2016-11-26 01:11:38 UTC https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/139947156 mebachmann2s https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/139947243 http://www.sciencemadesimple.com/leaves.html

This interactive website provides facts and activities concerning the four seasons, including Fall. Scientific explanations for Fall phenomena are available for students to explore.]]> 2016-11-26 01:15:32 UTC https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/139947243 mebachmann2s https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/139998239 1.EG.5.A.d: Use a compass rose to identify cardinal directions

Students will use a compass rose to identify which direction bats, pumpkins, leaves, etc. are located on the Smart Board. After the students complete the class activity, they will be given a practice sheet with a similar task, only with the objects drawn on the practice sheet.


]]> 2016-11-27 04:08:52 UTC https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/139998239 mebachmann2s https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/139998509 1.RI.6.C: Recount stories about locations, people, and events in your community.

1.W.2.B.b: Use some specific words that are related to the topic.

A class discussion about community Halloween traditions, such as trick-or-treating and carving pumpkins. Words that are related to the topic of Halloween, such as autumn, jack-o-lantern, and holiday, will be written on the board. As the discussion continues, the teacher will make it a point to introduce the new vocabulary to the students. After the discussion has taken place, the students will write a short description of their favorite Halloween tradition in their community, using as many of the words on the board as they can.]]> 2016-11-27 04:19:25 UTC https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/139998509 mebachmann2s https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/139998780 1.TS.7.E: Ask questions and find answers about a topic with assistance

As a class, the students and teacher will complete a KWL chart to list what they know and would like to know about the first Thanksgiving. After, the teacher will do online research of the topic based on their questions, which will be seen by the students on the Smart Board. The students will have the opportunity to look up the questions as well, with the teacher's assistance. After this, the students will return to their desks and complete the "L" portion of their KWL charts.

]]> 2016-11-27 04:34:19 UTC https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/139998780 mebachmann2s https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/139998919 The Very First Thanksgiving Day

This book tells of the events that took place during the first Thanksgiving. It provides detailed descriptions of the people and places involved. This book could be used to introduce the topic of the first Thanksgiving to the students before their research activity as an anticipatory set.]]> 2016-11-27 04:40:38 UTC https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/139998919 mebachmann2s https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/139998972 Pete the Cat the First Thanksgiving

This book tells of Pete the Cat's adventures on the Mayflower, and eventually America. Pete travels from England to America on the ship, meets the Indians, and takes part in the first Thanksgiving. This book could be used as an anticipatory set when introducing the topic of Thanksgiving and fall traditions. This would also be a fun way to conclude the Thanksgiving research activity.]]> 2016-11-27 04:44:01 UTC https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/139998972 mebachmann2s https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/139999086 Virtual Field Trip
http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/top-teaching/2013/11/take-your-class-first-thanksgiving-virtual-field-trip

This virtual field trip is a fun and interactive way for students to learn about the first Thanksgiving. This would be a great resource to use after background knowledge of the first Thanksgiving has been established. The students could use this to follow up on their research activity.]]> 2016-11-27 04:51:14 UTC https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/139999086 mebachmann2s https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/140284049 HPE1.1.A: Illustrate the functions of the five senses

1.W.2.C.b: Write fiction or non-fiction narratives and poems that use details to describe the story or experience 

Students will be divided into groups. Each group will receive a fall leaf. They will use their five senses to explore the leaf. They will write down sensory details about the leaf in a flip chart, then write a non-fiction narrative using the sensory details to describe their leaf (individually).]]> 2016-11-28 18:26:59 UTC https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/140284049 mebachmann2s https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/140291594 National Health Standard 1: Students will comprehend concepts related to health promotion and disease prevention to enhance health.

HPE3.1.B: Identify preventive health care 

The class will come up with a list of their favorite fall activities, such as going to the fair to pet animals, jumping in leaf piles, trick-or-treating, etc. The activities will be listed on a flip chart. We will discuss ways to stop the spreading of germs and other ways to prevent disease. The students will individually identify ways to keep themselves and others healthy while participating in each activity, such as washing hands after petting animals, etc. 

The picture below is an example of a flip chart format that could be used for this activity.]]> 2016-11-28 18:42:49 UTC https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/140291594 mebachmann2s https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/140294686 HPE4.1.1.D: Recognize that physical activity increases heart and respiratory rate

For this activity, the students will first learn how to identify their heart and respiratory rate. Once this concept is understood, they will record their current heart and respiratory rate. Then, the students will participate in a fall themed relay race in which they are to each run to a "tree" and pick an "apple," then run back and put the apple in a bucket. Once they have completed their turn to run, they will immediately check their heart and respiratory rate again, and compare their numbers before and after the race. They will also record what happened to the rate (answer should be that the rate increased).

 ]]> 2016-11-28 18:49:55 UTC https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/140294686 mebachmann2s https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/140988682 MU9.1.a.1: Identify characteristics of teacher selected genres or styles

For this activity, students will listen to "Children's Favorite Halloween Songs." They will have a flip chart with different genres written down on it. The children will identify which genre the music belongs to and write it down under the appropriate flap. The students will turn their flip chart in to the teacher.


]]> 2016-11-30 23:25:32 UTC https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/140988682 mebachmann2s https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/141002805 1.PP.A.1a: Tell stories about a character with a beginning, middle, and end 

National Theater Standard: Tell stories about a character with a beginning, middle, and end 

For this activity, the students will read the book Fall Mixed Up. After the book has been read, the students will each be assigned a part in a reader's theater based on the book. They will act out the story with a beginning, middle, and end.]]> 2016-12-01 02:36:18 UTC https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/141002805 mebachmann2s https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/141003249 1 .W.2.C.a a. narrate a story or experience 

1.VA.1.A: Fill an area with solid color/value using crayon, pencil, or marker

Students will color this coloring sheet with solid color using crayons. Afterward, the students will write a fictional narrative about the squirrel in the picture.

]]> 2016-12-01 02:42:18 UTC https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/141003249 mebachmann2s https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/141011544 This book provides art activities for each season, including fall. This would fit into our fall unit, while introducing the students to new ideas. This could be used to make learning stations.]]> 2016-12-01 04:51:45 UTC https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/141011544 mebachmann2s https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/141011658 This book is a humorous children's fictional story about fall. This book is used in my theater activity, but could easily be used as an anticipatory set for other fall activities as well.]]> 2016-12-01 04:53:43 UTC https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/141011658 mebachmann2s https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/141011774 https://www.pinterest.com/staceyrhoades/fall-art-projects/

This website includes many fun fall art activities in an easily accessible collection of "pins." This could be used to make learning stations.]]> 2016-12-01 04:55:45 UTC https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/141011774 mebachmann2s https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/141011953 http://health.usnews.com/health-news/health-wellness/slideshows/8-healthy-activities-for-fall

This website provides information on fun and healthy fall activities. This could be used in conjunction with my activity, "Fall Health Activity" as a follow up to the lesson.]]> 2016-12-01 04:59:10 UTC https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/141011953 mebachmann2s https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/141012038 This book gives students valuable health information integrated into a fun, monster-themed book. This could be used as an anticipatory set to any of my health activities.]]> 2016-12-01 05:01:17 UTC https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/141012038 mebachmann2s https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/141012259 This book includes fall vegetables such as pumpkins and squash, and teaches children about the different types of healthy foods and how they help our bodies. This book could be used as an anticipatory set to any of my health lessons.]]> 2016-12-01 05:05:58 UTC https://padlet.com/mebachmann2s/1i9o12b7mou5/wish/141012259