There are many situations in which teachers find themselves having to focus, or ground, students at the start of lessons before meaningful learning can occur. It may be at the start of the day, following lunch break, following lessons outside the classroom, etc. This book provides fun, engaging and purposeful activities for those moments.

These activities provide challenging, stimulating material that reinforces and extends their knowledge of core curriculum areas. For each activity, the focus and the curriculum area covered are indicated.

You may wish to photocopy a variety of the activities and keep them in a container that all students can access them readily. Because simple instructions are provided, students will easily understand what is required and work independently. Answers are at the back of the book and can be photocopied and laminated for self-marking.

Substitute and beginning teachers will also find this series invaluable in preparing and organizing the day’s classroom programs.

Grades 3 to 5.