Students will also complete a school research page, where they gather key information such as school programs, teams, clubs, and important details about their future high school.

To reflect on this important transition, students will complete a “Looking Ahead” reflection. In this section, they will share their thoughts, feelings, goals, and questions about starting high school.

This project encourages creativity, research skills, and personal reflection, while helping students feel more prepared and excited for the next stage of their education.

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In this project, students learn that symmetry means both sides of an artwork are the same, like a mirror image. They also explore space in art, which are the positive areas (the main shapes) and the negative areas (the background around them).

4 Halloween Art Options (Student Choice or Teacher Directed):

1. Jack-o-Lantern (Orange + Black Paper)
2. Cat Face (Black + Purple Paper)
3. Monster (Black + Green Paper)
4. Ghost (Black + White Paper)

Ontario Curriculum Connections (Grade 3-6 Visual Arts)

• D1.1 create two- and three-dimensional works of art that express feelings and ideas inspired by their interests and experiences
• D1.2 demonstrate an understanding of composition, using selected principles of design to create narrative art works or art works on a theme or topic
• D1.3 use elements of design in art works to communicate ideas, messages, and understandings
• D1.4 use a variety of materials, tools, and techniques to determine solutions to design challenges
• D2.3 demonstrate awareness of the meaning of signs, symbols, and styles in works of art (*Expectation wording varies per grade)

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Worksheets: Students will enjoy completing a scaffolded workbook that teaches important monologue writing skills, like identifying purpose, topic, and audience, proper formatting and organization, and speaking clearly and coherently. Students will complete a structured culminating task called “Dramatic Monologue Assignment” which guides them through structuring, writing, and presenting a dramatic monologue.

Slides: Slides are included to help you introduce each concept to students. Slides also include interactive components where students type their answers directly on the slide.

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How it works:
Students work in groups of 2–3 to create and perform a 1–2 minute silent scene using only body language, movement, facial expressions, and space to tell a story or convey a clear emotion. Without any dialogue, their audience should still understand the message from the performance alone.

Skills students will develop:

• Non-Verbal Communication – mastering gestures, facial expressions, and movement to express meaning
• Collaboration – working together to plan, rehearse, and refine a performance
• Creativity & Critical Thinking – finding innovative ways to communicate a story without words
• Performance Skills – engaging an audience through energy, expression, and physical storytelling

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This resource is a great way to get to know your students, set routines and expectations for the year ahead, and get some awesome, student-created materials up on your bulletin boards early in the year!

Week Overview:

Day 1 – Camp Kickoff: Ice Breakers & Getting to Know You

• Campfire Name Game
• Creative Desk Name Tags
• “Camper Profile” Backpack Craft (Makes an awesome bulletin board display!)

Day 2 – Survival Skills: Behaviour Expectations & Teamwork

• Code Breakers (Work together, unscramble classroom rules)
• Expectations Puzzle (Makes an awesome bulletin board display!)
• Survival Scenario Skits
• Optional Team Challenge

Day 3 – Map It Out: Rules, Routines, & Classroom Navigation

• Classroom Map Makers
• Compass Crew Challenge (School area posters)
• Routine Relay

Day 4 – Campfire Council: Communication, Conflict Resolution, & Class Jobs

• “Say It Again” Kindness Challenge
• Affirmation Station (Makes an awesome display!)
• Classroom Job Applications

Day 5 – The Great Campout: Classroom Charter & Celebration

• Letter to My Teacher
• Class Charter Creation
• Mini Classroom “Campout” Celebration

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In this hands-on, real-world research project, students will dive into the car-buying process by comparing three real used vehicle listings (e.g. Using the Autotrader website, or similar) and uncovering the often-overlooked expenses that come with owning a car. From fuel economy and insurance to seller type and reliability, students will investigate what makes a vehicle the best overall value for their lifestyle and budget.

Perfect for high school students, this culminating activity builds key skills in critical thinking, budgeting, comparison shopping, and decision-making.

Please note: The pages and slides in this resource are not editable.

Worksheets Table of Contents:

1. Title Page
2. Table of Contents
3. Assignment Overview
4. Finding the Vehicles
5. Vehicle Comparison Chart
6. Vehicle Comparison Chart
7. Final Vehicle Choice
8. Reflection
9. Rubric

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All six Grade 8 Religious Education strands are included: Celebrating, Believing, Living a Moral Life, Living in Communion, Living in Solidarity, and Praying.

In total, the workbooks include 206 pages of student worksheets! With a variety of readings, drawing prompts, scripture references, and reflection questions, students will build an understanding of fundamental beliefs and God’s love as communicated through key Biblical stories.

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This workbook helps students understand how being part of the Church community nurtures their faith and calls them to witness to the reign of God through active participation, prayer, and service. Students will explore how the Church supports their spiritual journey and invites them to live as signs of God’s love in the world.

Rooted in curriculum expectations, this resource highlights the vital role of the Holy Spirit in guiding the Church through the communion of saints. Students will learn how holy men and women continue to teach, inspire, and pray for the Church today. By exploring their stories and legacy, students are invited to see themselves as part of this living communion, called to holiness in their own lives.

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This workbook invites students to explore their role in society through the lens of Catholic Social Teaching. Students will develop an understanding of human dignity (the belief that each person is made in the image and likeness of God) and how this truth calls us to work for the common good, respect one another, and actively participate in building a just and compassionate world.

Aligned with curriculum expectations, this resource highlights the Christian social virtues of responsibility and participation. Through engaging reflections, discussions, and real-life scenarios, students will discover how living out these values means taking on roles of leadership, witnessing to the Gospel, and promoting justice in their communities and beyond.

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This workbook helps students understand how being part of the Church community nurtures their faith and calls them to witness to the reign of God through active participation, prayer, and service. Students will explore how the Church supports their spiritual journey and invites them to live as signs of God’s love in the world.

Rooted in curriculum expectations, this resource highlights the vital role of the Holy Spirit in guiding the Church through the communion of saints. Students will learn how holy men and women continue to teach, inspire, and pray for the Church today. By exploring their stories and legacy, students are invited to see themselves as part of this living communion, called to holiness in their own lives.

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