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Boost your second graders' enthusiasm with activities that combine fun and education. These resources cover various subjects and promote critical thinking and collaboration. Use them to enrich your lessons and keep students actively involved in their learning journey.
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New Mexico State Flipbook (Capital, Bird, Flower, Flag, Animal)
Creative Arts, Art, Social Studies, ELA, History, History: USA, Geography, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Grammar, Language Development, Spelling, Writing, Grade 2, 3, 4, Activities, Projects
New Mexico State Flipbook (Capital, Bird, Flower, Flag, Animal) The New Mexico State Flipbook is a teaching resource designed to introduce and review essential facts about the state of New Mexico through an engaging flipbook concept. This resource can serve both public school teachers and homeschoolers in units covering New Mexico or the Southwest region in general. Subjects Covered Capital City State Bird State Flower State Flag State Animal Included Design Options and Features: Pictorial Representation or text-only format design options. Note: There are two printing options - one requiring cutting and another without any need for it - to suit various environments." 2. Detailed instructions for assembling four different flipbooks. " /> . The product consists of 37 PDF pages with valuable information on seven different topics including details about the state map." 3. An integrated Know-Want Learnt (KWL) chart enabling constructivist learning approach within young learners.". A note: Activities embedded within span multiple subject areas such as geography learning through a state map study, art through drawing and coloring activities integrating into language arts including spelling practice; further promoting reading skills acquisition by extracting out information from written content while fostering logical reasoning capacities during research-based activities.". The Bottom Line: "The New Mexico State Flipbook serves as an interactive means of teaching that promotes skill development and knowledge accumulation about essential features of the state of New Mexico. Notably, it adds a colorful dimension to everyday learning, thereby enhancing student engagement and the joy in acquiring knowledge."
Author Heather Huhman
Tags New Mexico, Flipbook, Teaching Resource, State Facts, Hands-on Learning, New Mexico State Flower And Bird, New Mexico State Flower Facts, New Mexico State Bird And Flower, What Is New Mexico's State Flower, New Mexico State Flower Drawing
Letter CVC Articulation Drill: Feed Hank the Boston Terrier - BOOM Cards
Special Resources, Speech Therapy, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities
Hank LOVES to eat, and he loves good speech sounds, too! Have your student practice CVC words by dragging dog food over to Hank!
Author The Tattooed Speechie
Tags Oral Communication, Speech Therapy, Boom Deck
Medieval Illuminations Art Project
Social Studies, History, History: Ancient, Grade 1, 2, 3, Projects, Activities
Medieval Illuminations Art Project This engaging and interactive teaching tool is an informative journey into the world of medieval illuminations. It is designed to make learning exciting for children in Grade 1, Grade 2, and Grade 3. The project: Is a well-structured PDF document with five ready-to-print pages. Begins with a carefully researched page about medieval illuminations (Printable in both color or black-and-white). Aims to shed light on ancient history through an innovative approach. Adds significant value to social studies curriculum, specifically under the subsubject 'History: Ancient'. The hands-on activity: Prompts students not only to delve deep into ancient cultures but also encourages them to actively express their understanding via visually appealing artwork. Including Three Meaningful Quotes Related To Medieval Illuminations For Interpretation The project provides three quotes related to medieval illuminations. Students are encouraged either individually or in groups, after thoroughly understanding these quotes, to color them according their choice. The benefits: Fosters creativity among students. Promotes critical thinking skills . Affords students a fun way of piecing together fragments from our past societies through their personalized renditions inspired by classical illustrations.
Author Glimmercat Education
Tags Medieval Art, Illuminations, History Education, Creative Expression, Visual Interpretation, Medieval Illuminations
Kids Yoga Stories: Summer Activities Yoga Cards for Kids
P.E. & Health, Yoga, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities
Discover the wonderful combination of yoga and summer activities with our Summer Activities Yoga Cards for Kids, brought to you by TeachSimple! This engaging digital educational resource offers an interactive learning experience designed for homeschoolers and classroom educators. The 52-page set includes a card index, 20 vibrant illustrated yoga pose cards, 20 matching summer activity cards, instructions for performing each pose, and a multicultural representation of kids in every position. Ideal for children aged 3+, these practical Summer Activities Yoga Cards can be incorporated during transition times, morning routines or circle times, quick breaks to calm young minds or even as part of physical education lessons or occupational therapy sessions. Catering to individual learners as well as small or large groups, these inventive yoga cards open up countless opportunities for combining movement and mindfulness while keeping things enjoyable and entertaining. Yoga not only enhances strength and flexibility but also improves sleep quality while fostering positive communication among students. In addition to boosting self-confidence and promoting healthy self-expression in kids, it nurtures a better understanding of body awareness. Equip yourself with the tools needed to make lasting memories filled with joy while encouraging an active lifestyle using Teach Simple's versatile Summer Activities Yoga Cards for Kids! A total of 52 pages
Author Kids Yoga Stories
Tags Kids Yoga Stories, Summer Activities Yoga, Yoga Cards, Kids Yoga, Yoga Poses
skip counting by 20s bingo - boards 1-5
Math, Patterns, Early Math, Numbers, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities, Games
Skip Counting by 20s Bingo engages students in practicing skip counting, a key math skill. This fun game includes 5 colorful bingo boards to print, laminate, and reuse, plus calling cards and playing squares. To play, students cover squares on their boards when numbers are called. The first to cover 3 squares in a row wins! Use buttons or counters if needed. Extend the game by adding more boards (sold separately). This game allows flexibility for whole group, small group, or independent practice. Students will love honing skip counting skills with this engaging bingo game. Check out other skip counting and math games from this teacher-author in the links below, including fractions and times tables games .
Author Colleen's Cosmic Collection
Tags Skip Counting, Counting, Skip Counting Games, Skip Counting Activities, Skip Counting Bingo, Skip Counting By 20s, Skip Counting By 20, Cccskb20s, Cccskba, Counting In 20s
You're An Astronaut Audio Book
Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Space, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, 3, Read Alouds, Activities
Kids will learn what it’s like to lift off in a space shuttle and experience outer space in this fact-filled, audiobook about being an astronaut.
Author Twin Sisters Digital Media
Tags Shuttle, Lift Off, Mission Specialist, Astronaut, Science
Conversation Activity, Responding To Others
Special Resources, Speech Therapy, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities
Conversation Activity , Responding To Others: A Valuable Teaching Resource This invaluable teaching tool is a wonderful resource for educators looking to refine conversation skills in students from kindergarten through to grade 5. It aids both homeschoolers and public school teachers and is particularly useful for students who struggle in engaging two-way conversations. A Solution for Self-Centric Discussions The Conversation Activity kit provides effective solutions for children who tend to focus on their own interests rather than responding to others during conversations. Unlike ordinary scenarios where dialogues often become a series of monologues, this educational set ensures an engaging reciprocation of ideas. Benefits & Scope Promotes Balance: The activity promotes balance between asking questions, making comments, forming connections or interrupting during conversations. Multifaceted Development: Each item within the kit contributes towards developing profound communication skills amongst learners. Limited Interruptions: It helps limit interruptions by focusing on curious question-asking and confident commenting techniques. Inclusions & Components The package comprises of: (All items are reusable after lamination) Directional guides. { "role": "system", "content": "(In its compact PDF form,... sense of fun and competition.)" } (''+'') (''+'') Paper Models: colorful piggy banks, money bags and vaults (in both color as well as black & white) that represent different components essential for promoting dynamic dialogues – such as question-asking, commenting and acceptable interruptions procedures alongside topic cards for various age levels. Valuable topic cards appropriate for multiple age groups. More Than Just An Exercise! This Conversation Activity is indeed a methodical route towards instilling sound conversational practices within young learners. It's more than just an activity ; it's an investment in your students' future conversation skills! Special Resource Category - Speech Therapy Enhancement This product falls under a Special Resources category specifically designed towards Speech Therapy enhancement exercises. Suitable not only for classroom use, but also as home assignments that allow parental participation in boosting a child’s learning too. Compact PDF Format: Extend Learning Beyond The Classroom In its compact PDF form, this activity is readily at hand for the educator ensuring learning extends beyond the school environment, into students' homes. This paves the way to foster stronger understanding and introduces interpersonal dialogues along with injecting a sense of fun and competition into education.
Author Socially Skilled Kids
Tags Conversation Skills, Engaging Dialogue, Question-asking, Commenting, Interactive Activities
Paletero Man by Lucky Diaz Interactive Read-Aloud Activities
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Grade 2, 3, 4, Read Alouds, Activities
This picture book companion for Paletero Man by Lucky Diaz includes 38 print-and-go reading activities. Students will engage in identifying story elements, determining themes, analyzing characters, making predictions and inferences, and more. These activities promote higher-level thinking, encourage text evidence, and allow students to express their own ideas—perfect for meeting diverse academic needs. This resource is also a great choice for teaching about community and kindness or as a read-aloud during Hispanic Heritage Month. Save time with engaging resources that make teaching reading skills easier and more effective! ⭐What's Included:⭐ Judging by the Cover: Examine the front cover and answer questions. Making Predictions: Predict the story before reading. Story Elements: Fill in boxes with words and pictures for story elements. Sequencing: Retell and illustrate important parts of the story. Retell the Story: Describe the beginning, middle, and end with text and illustrations. Recalling Events in Chronological Order: Illustrate four major events in order. Summary: Complete a graphic organizer to summarize the story. Comic Recall: Draw three scenes from the story with speech bubbles. Story Event Sort: Describe scenes and how they made you feel. Making Connections: Connect events from the story to personal experiences. Making Inferences: Use clues to make inferences while reading. Notice & Note: Document key inferences and examples of cause and effect. Cause & Effect: Identify four cause-and-effect examples (ANSWER KEY INCLUDED). Character Feelings: Describe how the character’s feelings change throughout the story. Character Traits (narrator; José): Choose and support character traits with examples. Character Inside & Out (narrator; José): Describe what the character says, thinks, does, and feels. Character Development: Select traits that describe characters at different times. Sketch a Scene From the Story: Draw a scene and explain its importance. Setting the Scene: Identify and explain three different settings in the story. Before & After: Illustrate how the narrator feels before and after losing money. Thinking About the Text: Answer questions with text examples (ANSWER KEY INCLUDED). Thinking Beyond the Text: Answer questions with text examples (ANSWER KEY INCLUDED). Theme: Determine the theme with text evidence. Author's Message: Describe events and analyze the author's message. 3-2-1: Describe three events, identify two reasons for the paletas’ specialness, and share one lesson learned (ANSWER KEY INCLUDED). Memorable Moments: Draw important scenes and write captions. Diary Entry: Write a diary entry from a character's perspective. Sensory Details: Use all five senses to describe eating a paleta on a hot day. Design a Popsicle: Design a popsicle and explain the meaning behind the details. Caught on Social Media: Create a social media post as a character. Neighborhood Map: Draw a neighborhood map with key locations and descriptions. Wait... There's More!: Write what happens next in the story. Design a Book Cover: Create a new cover and explain its symbolism. Crossword Puzzle: Fill in the crossword using clues (ANSWER KEY INCLUDED). Word Search Puzzle: Find hidden words in the puzzle (ANSWER KEY INCLUDED). Book Review: Rate and review the book. Vendor Cart: Create an advertisement for your own vendor cart. Cool to be Kind: List ways to show kindness at school. This resource is for extension read-aloud activities only. The book is not included.
Author Creatively Gifted
Tags Paletero Man, Hispanic Heritage Month, Book Companion Activities, Literature Study, Reading Comprehension
Science Action Labs Health Science: Hands-On Science Activities Ready for Student Use
, Grade 1, 2, 3, Labs, Experiments, Activities
Science Action Labs Health Science: Hands-On Science Activities Ready for Student Use With a noteworthy focus on guided discovery and active learning, the Science Action Labs Health Science workbook provides elementary educators with a wealth of hands-on science activities. This printable resource, packed with eye-catching illustrations and easy-to-follow instructions, is designed to foster students' natural curiosity about their own bodies and health heroes such as doctors, nurses, etc. Covered Topics & Experiments This teaching tool covers a plethora of topics related to human biology and healthcare. Students will have the opportunity to engage in simple experiments aimed at unveiling fascinating facts about their eyes, ears, brain and other parts of the body including muscles, heart, bones etc. Beyond just physical elements this resource also anchors ample information concerning various health heroes contributing significantly in our society such as nurses or notable scientists who made groundbreaking discoveries. Versatility & Practicality Balancing instructional relevance with engaging practicality makes this workbook highly versatile for different educational settings. Teachers can utilize the content within it for whole group demonstrations during science lessons or assign individual tasks applicable to small-groups as part of interactive learning stations. Moreover parents who homeschool can use these exercises into their curriculum providing abundant scientific knowledge comprehensively supporting individualized student exploration. Creative Writing Exercises & Review Quizzes An added advantage is that learning does not stop after an experiment's completion! Each activity comes paired with creative writing exercises constituting an effective method reinforcing acquired knowledge while enhancing literary skills at same time. This 64-page PDF document catering Grade levels 1 through 3 presents educational material appropriately scaled to be challenging yet achievable rendering it ideal choice facilitating fascinating first encounter young minds have understanding intricacies bodies careful balance theory practice resulting forever love subject matter!
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags Science, Action Labs, Health Science, Hands-on, Worksheets
Guided Reading Activities and Lesson Plans Nonfiction Set 2 Nutrition
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Common Core, ESL, Language Development, Pre-Reading, Vocabulary, Resources for Teachers, Grade 2, 3, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools, Activities
Guided Reading Activities with Lesson Plans Nonfiction Set 2 Note: This download DOES NOT include the passages themselves. If you have not already done so, download in a format of your choice in the "reading links" section below. Overview The perfect companion materials for Cored Education reading comprehension downloads. This collection of guided reading lessons includes a wide array of engaging themes that aim to foster comprehension, vocabulary development, and creative thinking. Each lesson is crafted to be interactive and immersive, making learning enjoyable while promoting essential literacy skills. The lessons are designed for students to actively engage with both the material and the world around them, creating connections to their personal experiences while developing key skills. Includes Guided Reading Materials For: 1.Proteins 2.Carbohydrates 3.Fats 4.Milk 5.Potatoes 6.Composting Reading Links: This is the guided reading materials version and DOES NOT include the passages themselves. The passages related to this download are available here in GOOGLE Docs, GOOGLE Forms, GOOGLE Slides. PDF, PPT, WORD. Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Details Pre-reading Discussions Each lesson begins with pre-reading questions that help activate prior knowledge and engage students in the theme of the lesson. This allows students to make personal connections with the content before diving into the reading material. Vocabulary Development Every lesson includes vocabulary exploration that introduces key terms students will encounter in the reading. These words are essential for understanding the passage, and activities encourage students to apply the new vocabulary in context. Comprehension Check After the reading, the lessons provide comprehension questions (typically multiple-choice) that assess students’ understanding of the story. These questions help students reflect on key events, characters, and concepts within the text, reinforcing their comprehension. Creative Writing Prompts To foster creativity, the lessons include writing activities that challenge students to apply what they've learned in imaginative ways. These prompts allow students to practice creative expression while reinforcing the lesson’s theme. Discussion Topics Each lesson ends with wrap-up discussion questions that encourage students to think critically and engage in group conversations. These discussions can enhance social learning and deepen understanding by connecting the lesson's content to broader real-world applications. Theme-Based Learning The themes (e.g., winter, nature walks, photography, flowers) are universally appealing and offer opportunities for cross-curricular connections with science, art, and environmental studies. This makes the lessons versatile for a wide range of teaching contexts. Student-Centered Approach The activities are designed to be interactive and student-driven, allowing them to explore the content through discussions, hands-on vocabulary practice, and personal reflections. This promotes active learning and keeps students engaged. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE Grade 2/3 Links Fiction Set 1 - Nature Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Fiction Set 2 - Animals Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Fiction Set 3 - Food Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Fiction Set 4 - School Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Fiction Set 5 - Friends Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Fiction Set 6 - Family Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Fiction Set 7 - Sports Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Nonfiction Set 1 - Technology Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Nonfiction Set 2 - Nutrition Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Nonfiction Set 3 - Animals Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Reading Passages Overview Each passage is especially written for Grade 2-3 students, including key vocabulary required for this age group. Topics are varied and are accompanied by colorful graphics. Topics are meant to educate, yet entertain the modern student. These passages are perfect for the modern classroom. Whereas textbooks can become outdated in no time, any changes to technology or the world will result in updates to this product. Mixed Questions The mixed questions section of each lesson includes a variation of fivecomprehension, vocabulary and math questions. In addition, key reading strategies are frequently covered including cause & effect, summarizing, compare & contrast and making conclusions. Three of the questions will be MCQs and two will require a written response of some kind. Full answers and example responses appear at the end of the lesson. Spelling & Vocab Each reading passage contains a variety of words and phrases designed for Grade 2-3 students. Spelling and vocab activities provide the opportunity to build fluency with these words. As it can become quite mundane doing the same activities over and over, each lesson in a set will contain a different spelling and vocab activity . Writing Prompts Writing prompts are designed to continue the theme or lessons learned in the story. Students are persuaded to write in a variety of ways and each prompt includes several cues to help. As with the spelling/vocab section, writing prompts will vary. This includes research pieces, reading responses, poetry and creative writing prompts. Full Answer Keys Full answer keys and sample responses are provided so no matter how busy you are, you know you're covered! Mixed question answers provide evidence from the text, math questions contain the relevant workings. Answers are designed for use by the teacher, but also suitable as a handout to the student. Additional File One lesson will have an additional file. This is something fun to extend the lesson with. 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Author Cored Education
Tags Elementary, Reading, Comprehension, Vocabulary, Answers, Ccss, Guided Reading, Guided Reading Activity, Guided Reading Lesson Plans, Guided Reading Lesson Plan
Digital Time Activity
Measurements, Math, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Activities
Activity Introduction An amazing activity designed for the students to learn more about STEM. Digital Time Do you like STEM subjects? what is your favorite one? Have you ever tried to plant a seed? If yes, tell us more about it. Or have you ever tried to invent something? If yes, tell us more about it. And how do you think it will help us? Have you ever seen a microorganism under a microscope? What was it? And how it looked like? Mathematics is a marvelous subject. Let' sharpen our brains and solve some equations. Do you like timetable tricks? What is your favorite one? Do you know how to code? Have you ever created an app or a game before? If yes, how was it like? Digital Time Activity The activity is perfect for encouraging the researching skills for the students, while learning more about this fantastic topic. Digital Time This friendly designed worksheet is suitable for students at school, homeschooling, and as a group activity. Instructions Cut everything out and match the times. Format Available in a PDF format.
Author Educational Voice
Tags Digital Time Activity, Digital Time, Digital Time Facts, Digital Time Facts For Kids, Telling Time Facts, Telling Time, Telling Time Activity, Telling Time Facts For Kids, Math, Math Activity
Aladdin Lapbook Project Reading & Writing Activities Grade 3 4 5 ELA
ELA, ESL, Language Development, Literature, Children’s Literature, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Strategies, Grade 3, 4, 5, Activities, Centers, Projects, Crafts
Take the fun in Aladdin's adventure to your reading class with this Aladdin Lapbook Project created for Grades 3, 4, 5, homeschoolers, and EFL/ESL learners. This meaningful and engaging reading project is perfect for ELA reading class, reading centers, project-based learning, and fairy tale units. What’s Inside: 3 Aladdin Lapbook Differentiated Reading Passages (Easy, Average, Hard) 4 Aladdin Lapbook Covers to Choose From (individual / group projects) 2 Aladdin Lapbook Name Pages 1 Aladdin Lapbook Inner Overlap 3 Aladdin Lapbook Story Summary Page Options 2 Aladdin Lapbook Story Message Pages 2 Aladdin Lapbook Story Sequence Pockets 6 Aladdin Lapbook Story Sequence Photocards 3 Aladdin Lapbook Story Sequence Sets (6 cards per set: Easy, Average, Hard) 6 Aladdin Lapbook Story Retell Cards 1 Aladdin Lapbook Character Traits Fold 1 Aladdin Lapbook Story Setting Fold 1 Aladdin Lapbook Additional Information Fold 1 Aladdin Lapbook Story Ratings Page 1 Aladdin Lapbook Personal Reflection Fold
Author It's Teacher L
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Tags Aladdin, Fairy Tale, ELA Project, Differentiated Reading, Reading Comprehension Project
Sorting Activity: Transportation - Non-identical items LARGE Pictures
Special Resources, Special Education Needs (SEN), Speech Therapy, Math, Early Math, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, Activities
This is a 28 page downloadable transportation sorting activity. In this fun and engaging activity, children will be asked to sort pictures of different modes of transportation. The activity is designed to help children develop their sorting and categorization skills while learning about various modes of transportation. The activity includes different modes of transportation, such as bikes, cars, boats, and motorcycles. Each mode of transportation is represented by six non-identical pictures. The learner will be presented with a set of cards that includes pictures of different modes of transportation. Their task is to sort the pictures by placing all the cards of the same mode of transportation together. For example, if the learner is given a picture of a car and a boat, they will be presented with 12 individual cards - 6 non-identical pictures of a car and 6 non-identical pictures of a boat. They will be asked to sort these pictures by placing all the cars together and all the boats together. The activity can be made easy by sorting clearly different modes of transportation such as cars and boats, or it can be made more challenging by sorting a bike and a motorcycle that may look similar. This activity is not only fun but also beneficial for children's cognitive development. Sorting and categorization skills are important for children's cognitive growth, and this activity is a great way to enhance those skills while also teaching children about different modes of transportation. This activity can be assembled as a • Binder activity • File folder activity • Coil bound activity book • Or used as task cards This sorting activity was made so the teacher could create and rearrange the activity easily for the various different learners. IFIO girl I'll Figure It Out
Author IFIO girl - I'll Figure It Out
Tags Sorting Large Pictures, Sorting Activity, Visual Discrimination, Sorting Transportation, Grouping, ABLLS-r, Problem Solving, Categorizing, Autism, Task Based Learning
Guided Reading Level N - How People Communicated (with Lesson Plan)
ELA, Resources for Teachers, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Science, Pre-Reading, Language Development, Technology, History, Social Studies, Grade 2, 3, 4, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Teacher Tools, Centers, Activities, Literacy Readers, Quizzes, Quizzes and Tests, Assessments
This Guided Reading Book - How People Communicated (Level N) with lesson plan includes: Guided Reading Color Label (front cover x1) This is a quick way to match the book’s demands to what students can generally handle.. The overall goal is to use the level/color to pick books for several smaller groups. To qualify for a certain level, a student is expected to read a book from that level with about 90–94% accuracy. If a student is consistently accurate and understands, move up a level. If the student is struggling at that level, drop down and add more support. Each student will improve at completely different rates, but it is generally one of the best ways to check progress across the class. DOWNLOAD THE CATALOG TO VIEW ALL GUIDED READING BOOKS AVAILABLE (SORTED LEVELS A-Z) Pre-Reading Question (x1) Teacher asks the prompt aloud, can be while showing the cover or first page. Students share what they already know, or make educated guesses from the cover. Prompt them to use the target vocabulary. Write some of their responses on the board to look back at during the reading. Vocabulary Words (x5) Introduce the five words, best doing it one at a time. Start by saying it, while students repeat and then see if anyone knows what it means before reading further. Read through the meaning and try to briefly connect each word to a picture or gesture so it’s meaningful. Ask students to flip through the book pages and point to where they see each of the vocabulary words. While reading the book pause upon coming across one of the vocab words or read the sentence twice to make sure students understand the word has appeared. Optional: Ask students to raise hands whenever they see/hear one of the new words. Guided Reading Pages (x10) Check the book snapshot (below) for: primary topic - do you need to prep extra reading or intro materials on this? what is taught best - decide on 1-2 bullets to focus on, use the prompt or words provided here for best results. learning goals - what you are checking for students to be able to do after the session, elicit answers using prompts or words provided. key vocabulary (see section above). questions overview - so you know what is coming up and if you need to prep extra materials to assist understanding. Run the lesson You may have already looked at a few of the pages together, but you can show them some of the pictures again first to set meaning. Depending on how much time you have and how familiar your students are with guided reading class, you may want to read the book aloud first with the group first. Students whisper or partner read, while you listen in. If time, do it as a group, one student reading a page each. Use the guided page’s prompts to coach: “Check the picture / does it make sense?” “Point under the words / try the first sound” “Reread the sentence smoothly”. Try to focus more on one student per session (rotating every time), so you can work out if they are ready to move up or need to move down a level. Comprehension Questions (back cover x3) This is your way to check that students didn’t just say the words, but actually understood the text. First, let students answer by pointing to the page/picture and saying a short sentence. After any answer, follow with: “Show me where you found that in the text.” In bigger groups, have partners answer first (10–20 seconds), then call on 2–3 students to share. Differentiation tips: Emerging speakers/struggling readers: oral + pointing On-level: oral in a full sentence Higher: one written sentence or draw + label Book Snapshot Title: How People Communicated Long Ago Genre: Nonfiction (Informational) Subject: Social Studies (Past and Present) / Reading Primary Topic: How people shared messages long ago Estimated Guided Reading Level (A–Z): N What This Book Teaches Best How people shared information long ago using cave wall paintings made from crushed rocks and water. How messengers (runners) delivered spoken messages or wooden tablets across forests and mountains. Different tools for sending messages, including carrier pigeons , letters , and the printing press for making many copies quickly. How inventions changed communication over time—from telegraph (Morse code) to telephone to near-instant messages today. Quality check note: One page includes text about firefighters’ turnout gear that does not match the book’s communication topic, and the vocabulary list includes firefighter terms (“protective,” “turnout”). Learning Goals Students will describe at least three ways people communicated long ago using details from the text. Students will explain how carrier pigeons carried letters according to the text. Students will describe how the printing press changed how books were made. Students will explain how the telegraph sent messages and name “Morse code” as described. Students will compare older communication methods to today’s communication described in the book. Key Vocabulary From the Text messengers — people who carry messages or news. invention — something new created for the first time. telegraph — machine that sent messages using electricity. envelope — paper cover that holds a letter. instantly — right away, with almost no waiting. Discussion Prompts Pre-reading question: What are some ways people might share information when they are far apart? Comprehension questions: How did people use cave walls to share information thousands of years ago? What did carrier pigeons carry, and where was it attached? According to the text, how can a message travel around the world today in just a few seconds? Printing Tips 1. Best Printing Method (Recommended) “Booklet” Printing (Best if Available) If your printer or PDF viewer supports Booklet Printing , use this. Settings to use: Print mode: Booklet Paper size: Letter or A4 (either works) Orientation: Landscape Print on both sides: Yes Flip on: Short edge Scaling: Fit to printable area Booklet subset: First test: Front sides only Then: Back sides only This will automatically: Pair pages correctly Put the cover on the outside Align everything for folding After printing, fold in half and staple along the spine . 2. If “Booklet” Printing Is NOT Available You can still print this correctly with manual duplex printing . Step-by-step: Open the PDF. Choose Print . Set: Orientation: Landscape Pages per sheet: 1 Print on both sides: Yes Flip on: Short edge Print all pages . Because each PDF page already contains two facing book pages, the result will still fold cleanly into a book. Thousands of Cored Education products are included with your TeachSimple membership. Download links and encyclopedia index available here.
Author Cored Education
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Tags Reading Comprehension, Reading Passages, Reading, Guided Reading, Guided Reading Lesson Plan, Guided Reading Activity, Pre-reading, Vocabulary, History Lesson Plans, Technology
Game pichenette: junk food
ELA, Language Development, Vocabulary, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Games, Activities
Game Pichenette: Junk Food Game Pichenette: Junk Food is an interactive teaching resource designed to aid educators in teaching vocabulary related to junk food. This game is perfect for students in grades 2 through 5 and offers a fun and engaging twist on traditional Language Arts and Vocabulary instruction. How it Works The format of the Game Pichenette is similar to a race track. To progress, learners need to hit the tip of their pencil along the path. The goal? To be first at the finish line. But beware! If your pencil lands on a picture, you have to go back to where you were! Vocabulary Acquisition While this unique game element adds excitement for students, it also reinforces vocabulary acquisition skills. As the track is decorated with junk food-related terms and illustrations which generate familiarity through repeated gameplay. Educational Benefits & Adaptability: Diverse Setting Application: This game can be adaptably utilized within various classroom settings or homeschool environments. Fostering Healthy Competition: During group sessions, it incubates healthy competition between learners. Promoting Teamwork: In smaller groups, encourages teamwork while simultaneously refreshing vocabulary knowledge. Suitable Homework Assignment: It could also be assigned as homework for further practice outside school hours leading towards comprehensive mastery over learned vocabularies. Ease of Use & Practical Benefits: This resource comes in an easy-to-use PDF file type worksheet material ensuring quick setup giving teachers more quality time for instruction rather than preparation. The possible ways of utilizing "Game Pichenette: Junk Food" are not just limited to vocabulary reinforcement. Its dynamic nature could spark enlightening discussions about nutrition choices making learning thoroughly engaging and effective.
Author Learn it ANY way
Tags Interactive Teaching Resource, Vocabulary Acquisition, Junk Food, Language Arts, Educational Game
Equivalent Fractions Activity - Bingo Game - Fraction Symbols - Boards 26-30
Math, Fractions, Grade 2, 3, 4, Activities, Games
Equivalent Fractions Activity - Bingo Game - Fraction Symbols - Boards 26-30 Engaging, informative, and undoubtedly fun, the Equivalent Fractions Activity is perfect for educators seeking to invigorate their math lessons and advance students' understanding of equivalent fractions. This comprehensive game revolves around a classic favorite - bingo! It's cleverly designed for grade levels 2 through 4 and is an exceptional resource sure to ignite enthusiasm while embedding critical math concepts. The activity integrates multiple sets of Calling Cards featuring fraction circles, squares, strips, and symbols. Teachers are given the liberty to choose the format that aligns best with their lesson plan and students' comprehension levels. The interactive exercise encourages students to identify matching fractions on their bingo boards with each draw from the Calling Card pile. Preparation: Simply print out Bingo Boards for each participant. To ensure durability and continual use over time, lamination is encouraged but not mandatory. Included are optional printable Playing Squares which can be replaced with low-cost alternatives like buttons or counters if required. This flexibility allows teachers to customize gameplay according to available resources. The aim of the game appeals universally: cover three blocks in a row by matching drawn Calling Cards! Students exercising keenness in anticipation shout BINGO! as they strengthen their grasp on equivalent fractions through repeated practice. Bingo Boards: Every resource contained within this package has been crafted meticulously for immediate classroom use — providing five distinct visually appealing bingo boards available in both color selections or black-and-white versions that can even be reused when used with dry erase markers. All these effectively fun activities packaged into a single easy-to-use PDF file constitute an invaluable teaching tool bringing theoretical exercises alive in an experiential learning environment; you'll watch your pupils thrive while playing this dynamic bingo game! Don't just teach fractions—make them exciting with this engaging Equivalent Fractions Activity - Bingo Game!
Author Colleen's Cosmic Collection
Tags Equivalent Fractions, Bingo Game, Fraction Symbols, Math Activity, Classroom Resource
Sight Word Sentence Puzzles
ELA, Language Development, Spelling, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities
This resource is a set of Sight Word Sentence Puzzles. There are 4 mini puzzles with 4 sentences per page. All you have to do is print, laminate and cut these puzzles. Students will love solving these puzzles with sight words during small group or centers .
Author Literacy Life
Tags Sentences, Reading Puzzle, Sight Words, Literacy Center, Spelling
Water Saving Drop Activity
Environmental Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Science, Earth Sciences, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, Activities
Activity Introduction An amazing activity designed for the students to learn more about STEM. Water Saving Drop Do you like STEM subjects? what is your favorite one? Have you ever tried to plant a seed? If yes, tell us more about it. Or have you ever tried to invent something? If yes, tell us more about it. And how do you think it will help us? Have you ever seen a microorganism under a microscope? What was it? And how it looked like? Mathematics is a marvelous subject. Let' sharpen our brains and solve some equations. Do you like timetable tricks? What is your favorite one? Do you know how to code? Have you ever created an app or a game before? If yes, how was it like? Water Saving Drop Activity The activity is perfect for encouraging the researching skills for the students, while learning more about this fantastic topic. Water Saving Drop This friendly designed worksheet is suitable for students at school, homeschooling, and as a group activity. Instructions Cut out all the water drop shapes then fold each one along the dotted lines. Now glue the back of side number 2 to the back of side number 1. Then glue the back of side number 4 to the back of side number 3, and so on. Format Available in a PDF format.
Author Educational Voice
Tags Water Saving Drop Activity, Water Saving Drop, Water Saving Activity, Water Drop Activity, Water Saving, Water Saving Facts, Water Saving Facts For Kids, Water Drop Facts, Water Drop Facts For Kids
Castle Architecture Activity
Social Studies, Geography, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, Activities
Activity Introduction An amazing activity designed for the students to learn more about castles in different countries. Castle Architecture What do you know about this place? Do you know in which part of the world it is? Have you ever visited this place? If yes, can you tell us more about your adventure, and what do you like the most about this place? Do you like reading about Geography? What is your favorite country in the whole world? If you are going on a trip where it will be? Which country? What you are going to see there? Does this country has a famous place to visit? Castle Architecture Activity The activity is perfect for encouraging the researching skills for the students, while learning more about this fantastic place. Castle Architecture This friendly designed worksheet is suitable for students at school, homeschooling, and as a group activity. Instructions What unique architecture did castles have? Write what you know then fold inward along the dotted lines. After that, cut the shape in half along the middle line as instructed, and glue it on both sides to make a flap book. Format Available in a PDF format.
Author Educational Voice
Tags Castle Architecture Activity, Castle Architecture, Castle, Castles, Castles Facts, Castles Facts For Kids, Geography, Geography Facts, Geography Facts For Kids
Adding 12 Song (Lyric Music Video)
Math, Addition and Subtraction, Addition, Numbers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, 3, Songs, Activities
This song is a great way for kids to learn and practice adding 12. The song covers all addition facts from 1-15, and is a fun and catchy way for kids to learn. Adding 12 can be a difficult concept for some kids, but this song makes it easy and fun.
Author Have Fun Teaching
Tags Counting
Candy Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions Fillable PDF
ELA, Language Development, Resources for Teachers, Vocabulary, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Early Math, Math, Common Core, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Teacher Tools, Centers, Activities, Assessments, Tests, Quizzes and Tests, Word Problems, Writing Prompts
Themed Reading Comprehension Passages Series - Candy This reading comprehension series is built for grades 2 to 5 and keeps things simple, clear, and easy to use. Every title follows a fun, kid-friendly theme and comes with two passage levels, one written for grades 2 to 3 and a more challenging version for grades 4 to 5. Students then work through a mix of follow-up pages that check understanding in different ways: multiple-choice questions, short written responses, scrambled words, a quick summary, and a theme-based word problem. Answer keys are included, so prep stays minimal. Each resource also comes in nine classroom-friendly formats, so you can choose what fits your setup: print or digital, editable or ready to go, and even self-grading options. Because the layout stays consistent, it is easy to plug into whole-class lessons, small groups, literacy centers, morning work, fast finisher tubs, sub plans, or home learning. It is a straightforward way to build comprehension, practice reading skills in context, and strengthen written responses without adding extra steps for you. Candy Lesson List Note: This product has titles different to those in the rest of the themed series. 1. Candy Types 2. Candy Flavors 3. Candy Shapes and Colors 4. Candy Ingredients 5. Candy Fun Facts FILLABLE PDF VERSION Worksheet-style pages, but with type-in answer boxes so students can complete and save their work digitally. Other versions are available in the links list below or in the full catalog. How to Use These Lessons Perfect for: Morning work or early-finisher bins Guided reading blocks or comprehension warmups Literacy centers or small-group rotations Holiday/seasonal review lessons Independent stations, sub plans, or take-home enrichment More Candy Themed Products CROSSWORDS WORDSEARCHES MAZES FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE Themed Reading Links Addition Animals Around the Home Birthday FORMATS: -FORMAL ASSESSMENT VERSION -PRESENTABLE PDF -PPT -SLIDES - PDF -FILLABLE PDF -WORD -FORMS -DOCS SUPPLEMENTARY MATERIALS (COMING SOON): -VISUAL READING PASSAGE VIDEO -GUIDED LEARNING VIDEO -LESSON PLANS Candy FORMATS: -FORMAL ASSESSMENT VERSION -PRESENTABLE PDF -PPT -SLIDES -PDF -FILLABLE PDF -WORD -FORMS -DOCS SUPPLEMENTARY MATERIALS (COMING SOON): -VISUAL READING PASSAGE VIDEO -GUIDED LEARNING VIDEO -LESSON PLANS Christmas Cinco de Mayo Clothes Colors Days and Months Division Earth Day Easter Easy Mazes Fall Father's Day Food Geography (Set 1) Geography (Set 2) Geography (Set 3) Graduation Health History (Set 1) History (Set 2) History (Set 3) Human Body Kindness Life Skills Mother's Day Multiplication Science (Set 1) Science (Set 2) Science (Set 3) Shapes Social Skills Spring Sports St. Patrick's Day Subtraction Summer Thanksgiving Transport Valentine's Day Winter Free One Lesson Themes Chinese New Year Lunar New Year Halloween Pink Shirt Day Independence Day Juneteenth President's Day Groundhog Day Readings in Depth Structure Each resource is built around a focused sub-theme within the broader topic. Students read two leveled passages (Grades 2–3 and Grades 4–5), then move through a short, consistent sequence of activities that checks understanding and keeps momentum: multiple-choice, brief written responses, a scrambled-words review, a compact summary task, and a light theme-linked word problem. The flow is predictable for students, but varied enough to feel fresh across topics. Each completed resource includes: Two differentiated reading passages (lower and upper level) A multiple-choice comprehension page Short written-response questions A scrambled-words or quick vocabulary check A brief summary activity A simple, theme-connected word problem Answer keys for fast marking and easy self-checking Nine classroom-friendly formats, including print, editable, digital, and self-grading options Themes Included These readings span a wide range of age-appropriate, high-interest topics, such as: Seasons and celebrations Real-world science and nature Community, character, and life skills Everyday high-frequency themes students already enjoy Each title connects to familiar experiences while strengthening comprehension, vocabulary in context, and clear written expression. Easy extensions (optional): Read twice: first for gist, second to highlight key details Write two “right there” questions and swap with a partner Create a 3-bullet fact list or mini mind map Turn the summary into a 3-sentence retell using sequence words Add one extra math question connected to the topic Compare the two levels: what details appear in both? Differentiation tips: Pre-teach 2–3 key words with quick examples Offer sentence starters for written responses Use partner reading: one reads aloud, one tracks evidence Allow highlighting or underlining before answering questions Provide a shorter chunking option for students who need breaks Encourage confident readers to justify answers with a quoted detail For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
Author Cored Education
Rating
Tags Vocabulary, Spelling, Candy, Candy Activities, Writing Prompts, Word Problems, Reading Comprehension, Candy Reading, Candy Passages, Reading Passages
Kids Yoga Stories: Bird Yoga Cards for Kids
P.E. & Health, Yoga, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities
Brief overview of Bird Yoga Cards for Kids: This resource is wonderful to get kids gliding, soaring, and flappingwith these bird-inspired yoga poses! Kids can pretend to be a either a hawk, a peacock, a hummingbird, and many more while exploring the corresponding yoga poses. The Bird Yoga Cards for Kids, a delightful and interactive resource crafted to familiarize children with the fascinating world of bird-themed yoga poses! This imaginative set of cards will ignite their curiosity and help them delve into the elegance and charm of birds through movement. Importance of incorporating bird-inspired yoga poses for children Incorporating bird-inspired yoga poses into children's activities is not only enjoyable but also provides an avenue for them to learn about and connect with nature. These poses enable children to discover various bird species while simultaneously enhancing their physical, mental, and emotional well-being. As they practice bird yoga poses, children acquire essential skills such as balance, coordination, focus, and mindfulness, all while reveling in the advantages of yoga. Target audience: kindergarten, preschool, grade 1, 2, 3 Our Bird Yoga Cards for Kids have been thoughtfully designed to cater to the needs and interests of young learners in kindergarten, preschool, and grades 1 to 3. The cards are suitable for their age, visually captivating, and simple to follow, ensuring that children with varying skill levels can appreciate and benefit from this captivating yoga journey. Objective of the resource The Bird Yoga Cards for Kids are designed to offer a fun, educational, and engaging experience for children as they discover bird-themed yoga poses. These cards have been meticulously crafted to assist children in honing their physical and mental skills while nurturing an appreciation for nature and yoga. Overview of the card deck The Bird Yoga Cards for Kids deck consists of: •An index card that enumerates each bird and its associated pose •A set of 20 cards showcasing vivid illustrations of various bird yoga poses •A collection of 20 cards presenting corresponding birds •Comprehensive instructions for 20 distinct bird yoga poses •Each card is conceived to be visually stimulating and informative, motivating children to learn and enjoy themselves while engaging in yoga. Inclusion of multicultural representation in yoga kids To encourage inclusiveness and recognize diversity, the Bird Yoga Cards for Kids feature children from a range of cultural backgrounds practicing the bird yoga poses. This multicultural portrayal inspires children to acknowledge and value the richness of diversity in both yoga and their daily lives. Guidelines for Teaching Yoga Utilizing Bird Yoga Cards for Kids General suggestions for instructing yoga to youngsters Exercise patience and flexibility: Kids might require time to comprehend and execute each pose. Give them the space to explore and learn at their own speed. Foster imagination: Encourage children to envision themselves as the birds they are imitating, and urge them to make sounds or share stories related to the birds. Create a positive and supportive atmosphere: Offer praise and encouragement as children try new poses, and emphasize that yoga is about personal development, not competition. Keep the sessions enjoyable: Add games and stories to maintain engagement and make the experience fun for children. Employing the index to transition from one pose to another Begin with a warm-up: Initiate each session with a few minutes of light stretching and deep breathing to ready the body and mind for the yoga poses. Use the index as a reference: The index card in the Bird Yoga Cards for Kids deck lists each bird and its respective pose. Follow the sequence provided to create a smooth flow between poses. Make adjustments if necessary: Modify the sequence to better cater to the needs and abilities of your students if needed. Tailoring the cards for different age groups and skill levels For younger or less experienced kids, simplify poses by offering support or modifying the pose to make it more accessible. For older or more experienced kids, challenge them by incorporating advanced variations of the poses or by holding the poses for extended durations. Implementing Bird Yoga Cards for Kids in Various Environments Homeschooling Integrate yoga into daily routines: Incorporate regular yoga sessions into your homeschooling plan to encourage physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Use yoga to break up long periods of sitting or learning: Include bird yoga poses as a fun method to reinvigorate and refocus your child. Classroom activities Transition periods: Utilize the Bird Yoga Cards for Kids to help students effortlessly transition between activities with a brief yoga break. Morning routines or circle times: Initiate the day with several bird yoga poses to help students feel invigorated and prepared to learn. Brain breaks for soothing minds and bodies: When students feel restless or overwhelmed, use the cards for a quick yoga break to help them regain focus and composure. Physical education Add the bird yoga poses into your PE curriculum to assist students in building strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination. Occupational and/or physical therapy Use the Bird Yoga Cards for Kids as a resource to facilitate the development of gross motor skills, body awareness, and self-regulation. Group settings: individual child, small, or large groups Modify the use of the cards to accommodate the group size and dynamics, ensuring that each child has the chance to participate and enjoy the benefits of bird-inspired yoga poses.
Author Kids Yoga Stories
Tags Yoga Kids Stories, Yoga Cards, Birds Yoga , Yoga Poses, Kids Yoga, Winter Yoga Poses For Preschoolers, Bird Yoga Pose, Yoga Cards For Toddlers
Letter D Articulation Drill: Feed Hank the Boston Terrier - BOOM Cards
Special Resources, Speech Therapy, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities
Articulation Drill: Feed Hank the Boston Terrier for the Letter D Sound - BOOM Cards This engaging activity allows students to practice producing the /d/ phoneme while engaging with an adorable dog character named Hank. Budding speech therapists and special educators can utilize this BOOM Card activity for whole-group practice. Individual students working one-on-one with an educator can also benefit from targeted practice with the Boston Terrier Hank. After introducing the activity, students will see images of dog bones and dog bowls. Their task is to feed the hungry dog by dragging the bone images with words starting with the /d/ sound to Hank's food bowl. This interactive game transforms targeted speech practice into a fun experience for children in grades preschool through 5th grade. Educators can track students' progress with the built-in data and reporting features.
Author The Tattooed Speechie
Tags Oral Communication, Speech Therapy, Boom Deck
Roman Schools Activity
Social Studies, History, History: Europe, History: World, History: Ancient, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, Activities
Activity Introduction An amazing activity designed for the students to learn more about history. Roman Schools Do you like history? Which topic do you really enjoy about history? Have you ever read an interesting facts about the Vikings? If yes, can you mention them? What do you like most about the Victorian era? Can you name all the Tudors? Have you ever wondered how people used to live in ancient Japan and ancient China? Do you know any interesting facts about ancient Egyptians and the Pharaohs? Have you ever visited South America? What do you know about Incas and Aztecs? Celtic culture was really one of a kind, can you name any of the places that Celts used to live in? Imagine yourself living during the ancient Roman empire, how your life will look like? Ancient Greece was an amazing place to live in. What do you know about ancient Greek life? Roman Schools Activity The activity is perfect for encouraging the researching skills for the students, while learning more about history. Roman Schools This friendly designed worksheet is suitable for students at school, homeschooling, and as a group activity. Instructions What were schools like in Ancient Rome? Fill in this sheet below. Format Available in a PDF format.
Author Educational Voice
Tags Roman Schools Activity, Roman Schools, Roman Schools Facts, Roman Schools Facts For Kids, History, History Facts, History Facts For Kids, Ancient Rome, Romans