Printable PDF Teaching Resources
Explore printable PDF worksheets, activities and thousands more teacher resources you can add to your lesson plans with just a few clicks — including free printables!
Thousands of Teach Starter's teacher-created resources are available in PDF file format, making it easy for any teacher to use anywhere — no matter what type of computer or software you have.
Curious about the advantages of PDF resources for teachers? Read on for a quick guide from our teacher team!
What Does PDF Stand For?
Before we dive into all the ways you can use a PDF in your classroom, it's worth looking at the meaning behind the acronym. PDF stands for "Portable Document Format."
It's a file format that was developed by the software company Adobe in the 1990s. The format was designed to protect the appearance and layout of documents across different platforms and devices.
That's exactly what makes it so easy for teachers to use. You can print a PDF worksheet on the school printer and send that same PDF via email to a student's parent, and the layout will remain exactly the same — even if you are using entirely different computers.
How Do I Open a PDF File From Teach Starter?
Most web browsers — like the one you're using right now to access our teacher resources — will allow you to open a PDF file directly in the browser.
What if you want to open the file without opening a browser? We suggest downloading Adobe's free Adobe Acrobat Reader software to easily display any PDF.
How Do I Print a PDF Document for My Students?
The ease of printing has made the PDF format a must for teacher resources, so how do you actually print your new worksheet or activity?
Simple!
- Open the PDF file in your browser or PDF viewer (like Adobe Acrobat Reader, mentioned above).
- Click on the "File" menu in the top-left corner.
- Select "Print" or use your keyboard shortcut "Ctrl + P" (Windows) or "Command + P" (Mac).
- In the print dialog box, choose your printer from the list.
- Adjust print settings like orientation, paper size and the number of copies you'll need for your students.
- Click "Print" to start printing.
Can I Edit a PDF File?
This is a common teacher question, and the answer is a bit complicated.
There's special software out there that will allow for some edits on a PDF, but you will typically need to have the original document to get the best results.
To make sure teachers can make the edits they need to adjust our resources for their lesson plans and their individual students, most Teach Starter resources are available in other (editable) formats, such as Google Slides!
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Cause and Effect - Scenario Worksheet
A worksheet and answer sheet to use when teaching students the about the cause and effect text structure.
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Representing Two-Digit Numbers - Place Value Worksheet
A set of worksheets for students to use when learning about place value and the different way two-digit numbers can be represented.
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Materials Poster
A poster showing the definition and an example of materials.
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My Ecological Footprint - Reference Sheet
Teach your students about the things we do that affect the Earth with an ecological footprint reference sheet.
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Comprehension - Stop Polluting The Ocean
A comprehension activity using a persuasive text.
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The Recycling Process Poster
Show your students the process materials go through when they are recycled with printable recycling posters.
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2D and 3D Shapes Crossword with Solution
A crossword with clues for both 2D and 3D shapes.
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Visual Daily Schedule and Equipment List for Students
Provide a visual schedule for specific students with this desk template.
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Data Match Game Cards (Set 1)
A match-up game for students to use when exploring data.
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Interpreting Figurative Language - Worksheets
Explore figurative language in poetry with this age-appropriate poem and accompanying vocabulary questions.
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Tracing Numbers 0-10
A worksheet to assist students when learning how to write the numbers 0–10.
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4th Grade Reading Fluency Passages
Assess student fluency with a printable pack of reading fluency passages for 4th grade.
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Note-taking Graphic Organizer
A graphic organizer for students to use when taking notes.
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Ways to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint – Poster and Worksheet
Explore how to reduce your carbon footprint with this poster and accompanying comprehension worksheet.
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What If? Materials Template
A set of 6 templates to use when investigating the properties of materials.
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Daily Math Word Problems - Grade 5 (Worksheets)
A set of 20 problem solving questions suited to grade 5 students.
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Musical ZAP Game - Notes with Rhythm Syllables
A fun group game to play when learning notes and rhythms.
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2nd Grade Revising and Editing Passages
Use this set of 2nd grade revising and editing passages to help your students demonstrate their spelling, punctuation and grammar knowledge.
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Skip Count by 2s, 5s, and 10s Movement Cards
Support active number pattern learning with skip count by 2s, 5s, and 10s task cards designed to help students recognize, continue and create number patterns through movement‑based activities.
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Skip Count Practice Puzzles
Support number-pattern learning with this skip-count practice activity designed to help students recognize, continue, and create skip-counting sequences through a hands-on matching activity.
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Environmental Impact Experiment Pack
Observe the effects of soil, salinity, sunlight, and temperature on the growth of plants with an engaging Environmental Impact Experiment.
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Comparing Baby vs. Adult Features Worksheet
Compare human adults and their babies with a printable Adult vs. Baby Comparison Worksheet.
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The Effects of Urban Lighting Worksheet Pack
Read and learn about the impact of light pollution with our Effects of Urban Lighting Worksheet Pack.
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Lunar New Year Red Envelopes – Printable Template
Celebrate with Lunar New Year Red Envelopes using this simple PDF craft template designed for elementary classrooms. Just download, print, and create.
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Identify the Fair Test Worksheet Pack
Identify examples and non-examples of fair scientific tests with our Identify The Fair Test Worksheet Pack.
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Lab Safety Reflection Sheet (4-6)
Reflect on Lab Safety knowledge and behaviors with a printable Lab Safety Reflection Sheet.
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Printable Escape Room - Rescue the Reef
Use this printable escape room, Rescue the Reef, with your middle grade students to encourage team work to solve puzzles and crack the code!
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Time-Lapse Observation Charts for Science Inquiry
Track scientific changes over time with a set of printable Time Lapse Observation Charts.
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'Is It An Investigable Question?’ Sorting Activity
Help students determine examples of investigable science questions with our ‘Is It An Investigable Question’ sorting activity.
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Moving Materials Science Experiment Pack
Explore materials and how they behave with an engaging Moving Materials Science experiment pack.
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Observing Shadows Science Investigation (1-2)
Explore the world of light, shadow, and scientific inquiry with an engaging, outdoor Shadow Observation experiment.
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Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Paralympics – Mindful Coloring
Bring the excitement of Milano Cortina 2026 into your classroom with three mindful coloring pages designed to help your students celebrate the Winter Paralympic Games.