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Enrich your students' library experience with activities designed to promote a love for reading. This collection includes scavenger hunts, book discussions, and research projects that make library time engaging and interactive. Encourage students to explore literature, develop information literacy skills, and discover the joy of reading through these creative activities.

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Welded Sounds Game

Welded Sounds Game
ELA, Language Development, Phonics, Grade 3, Games, Activities

Students will have fun as they play a board game to practice the welded sounds (blends and digraphs) for -ng and -nk, using emojis as a fun theme. It is perfect for working in small groups, literacy center, or tutoring sessions. It follows the Orton-Gillingham model for learning sounds. The game includes word and sentence cards for students to read to take them around the game board. The fun emoji characters make it a fun game to play. I have included everything in color and black and white for your printing needs.

Author Literacy Life

Tags Phonics, Syllables, Orton-Gillingham, Game, Sound Practice, What Are Welded Sounds, Glued Sounds Activities, Welded Sounds Worksheets

Gingerbread Beginning Sounds Game

Gingerbread Beginning Sounds Game
ELA, Language Development, Phonics, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, Activities, Games

This resource is a Gingerbread Beginning Sounds Game . This activity allows students to distinguish the beginning sounds in words. This can be used as a simple matching/concentration game where students match the beginning sounds pictures. It includes all consonants and vowels, but you can use only the cards you need for your group.

Author Literacy Life

Tags Phonics, Winter, Beginning Sounds, December, Gingerbread

Academic Vocabulary Review Game

Academic Vocabulary Review Game
ELA, Language Development, Vocabulary, Grade 2, 3, 4, Activities, Games

This resource is an Academic Vocabulary Review Game. There are several ways you can use the 48 words and definitions in this set. Possible uses: - Vocabulary card review - Concentration game - Board game Directions for how to use as a concentration game or board game are included. Answer key included.

Author Literacy Life

Tags Academic, Vocabulary, Review Game, Reading Strategies, Task Cards

Toss An Ending Interactive Game

Toss An Ending Interactive Game
ELA, Language Development, Spelling, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Activities, Games

This resource is a Toss An Ending Interactive Game . It contains 9 pages in PDF format that can be used for fun in class or as a literacy center. It is a simple game that can be played in small groups. Players toss a ball or chip onto the mats and use the word and ending to make a word. One mat has a base word and the other mat has the endings. A recording sheet is included to make the game perfect for a center. Students can use their newly formed words to use in a sentence and share with others. This Toss An Ending Interactive Game includes: 2 endings mats (-s/-ed/-ing) 2 base words mats with no change in letters when adding an ending 4 base words mats with changes (adding letters, taking off letters) Directions Recording sheet This Toss An Ending Interactive Game is best used with students in grades 2-4. This can be perfect for word study, grammar, or phonics lessons. It is easy prep - just print, laminate, and play! Each page is colorful and fun for the entire class. Students will enjoy the fun game that will help them remember how to form words with different endings.

Author Literacy Life

Tags Word Endings, Spelling Game, Literacy Center, Spelling Patterns

Sentence Maker Match Activity

Sentence Maker Match Activity
ELA, Grammar, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities

This resource is a Sentence Maker Match Activity. Students will use this activity to review subjects and predicates by making serious and silly sentences. Students will use the recording sheet to write their sentences and sort them. This makes a great center or small group activity.

Author Literacy Life

Tags Puzzles, Subject, Predicate, Silly Sentences, Grammar Center

Pumpkin Patch Synonyms

Pumpkin Patch Synonyms
ELA, Language Development, Vocabulary, Grade 2, 3, 4, Activities

This resource is a Pumpkin Patch Synonyms Activity . There are two activities in this packet: - The first activity is a simple matching game or activity . - The second activity includes synonym puzzles, matching the pumpkins to the vines. The pumpkins and vines are on different pages, so you can put the matching cards on different colored paper. There are also pages of blank pumpkins, vines, and puzzles to use with your own synonyms. This is a great fall activity to be placed in stations or early finisher buckets. Answer keys included.

Author Literacy Life

Tags Pumpkin Patch, Synonyms, September, Autumn, Vocabulary Activity, Synonym For Patched

CVC Literacy Centers

CVC Literacy Centers
ELA, Language Development, Phonics, Preschool, Centers, Activities

This is a set of print and go CVC Literacy Centers that is perfect for early kindergarten students. It is a PDF of 42 pages. Your students will practice beginning sounds, middle sounds, ending sounds, rhyming words, and building CVC words. The cards are fun, bold pictures that are easy to understand. Students will match letter cards to picture cards and build CVC words with boxes showing a picture. It includes three worksheets that could be used for assessments. It does not include an answer key. Implementation Format: These activities could be used in a small group or partner activity or as an individual activity . It is perfect for literacy centers because the activities can be completed in about 10-15 minutes. You can have students complete more than one activity if you want a longer literacy session. Suggestions for use: The center activities include cards that can be used in a pocket chart or sorted on the floor, desk, or table. You could also attach velcro or magnets for sorting on white boards, cookie sheets, etc. Students can use magnet letters or dry erase markers to build CVC words in word building boxes. Standards: CCSS RF.K.2a: recognize and produce rhyming words CCSS RF.K.2d: isolate and produce the initial, medial vowel, and final sound (phonemes) in the three-phoneme (consonant-vowel-consonant, or CVC) words.

Author Katie Maurice

Tags Rhyming, Matching, Beginning Sounds, Ending Sounds, Middle Sounds, Phonics, Literacy Station, Cut And Paste, Small Group, CVC Word Building

Ladybug Sight Word Phrase Game

Ladybug Sight Word Phrase Game
ELA, Language Development, Vocabulary, Grade 3, 4, 5, Activities, Games

This resource is a Ladybug Sight Word Phrase Game . The game includes: - 42 sight word phrase cards - 6 alternate direction cards - sentence type cards - a page of blank cards Students will take turns drawing a card and reading the phrase on the card. If a student reads the phrase correctly, they keep the card. The student with the most cards at the end wins the game . Detailed instructions are included in this download.

Author Literacy Life

Tags Ladybugs, Sight Words, Phrases, Language Game, Task Cards, Word Phrase Games

Snowflake Flurries Sight Word Game

Snowflake Flurries Sight Word Game
ELA, Language Development, Spelling, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities, Games

Snowflake Flurries Sight Word Game Snowflake Flurries Sight Word Game is an exceptional learning resource, merging education and play for students in a compelling way. Crafted specifically to assist educators in teaching spelling effectively, this product caters to students from Kindergarten up to Grade 3. Key Features: Inclusivity: The game includes words from pre-primer level up to 3rd grade levele, accommodating every student's learning pace. Different color snowflakes are used for each word set for easy recognition of differring levels. Versatility: Two distinct modes of play are provided with the game permitting teachers the flexibility in choosing an approach that harmonizes with their style and their students' leaning preference. Downloadability: Upon purchase, access instantly your product comprised of over 45 pages neatly arranged in a PDF format ready for immediate printing. Efficacy: Keeping economy into consideration, an option has been integrated offering a set of black-and-white cards designed especially for ink-saving prints. Purpose This one-of-a-kind resource aids educators aiming at enhancing Language Arts sessions dealing with spelling. With this tool at your disposal, make lessons interactive and establish vocabulary among young learners enticingly. Snowflake Fluries - The perfect edutainment tool designed keeping primary grade educators foremost!

Author Literacy Life

Tags Spelling Game, Sight Words, Interactive Learning, Language Arts, Vocabulary Expansion

Syllable Division Phonics Game

Syllable Division Phonics Game
ELA, Language Development, Phonics, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities, Games

This resource is a Syllable Division Phonics Game. Students will learn six different ways for syllables to be divided. You'll be able to print these rules for student reference. This game can be played with or without the game board. Directions are included for the different ways to play.

Author Literacy Life

Tags Phonics, Syllables, Literacy Center, Task Cards, Game Board

Groundhog Day | Emergent Reader and Activities

Groundhog Day | Emergent Reader and Activities
ELA, Reading, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities

This resource is a Groundhog Day | Emergent Reader and Activities. These activities can be used before, during and after reading the emergent reader. There are games to be played such as concentration and compound words game . Answer key included. Students will complete a class survey and make predictions.

Author Literacy Life

Tags February, Groundhog Day, Emergent Reader, Concentration Game, Compound Words

Rhyming Words Activity - Literacy Practice

Rhyming Words Activity - Literacy Practice
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Phonics, Spelling, Vocabulary, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Valentine's Day, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities, Centers, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Coloring Pages

Rhyming Words Activity – A Bloomin’ Good Time with Literacy Practice! Turn your classroom into a garden of rhyming fun with this Rhyming Words Activity! Students read the words on each flower, identify the rhyming petals, and color them red. Non-rhyming petals? They get a green makeover. This activity not only reinforces rhyming skills but also lets students channel their inner artist as they create vibrant flower masterpieces. It’s literacy, creativity, and a splash of nature—all rolled into one! Ways to Use: Phonics Fun: Use during small groups to practice rhyming sounds. Morning Work: A calm yet engaging way to start the day. Independent Practice: Perfect for literacy centers or early finishers. Homework: Send it home for a no-fuss, educational assignment. Spring Themes: Add a seasonal touch to your lessons with flower-inspired learning. Advantages: Interactive Learning: Combines reading and critical thinking with a hands-on coloring activity. Boosts Confidence: Students practice rhyming skills in a low-pressure, creative format. Easy Prep: Just print, distribute, and watch the learning bloom. Encourages Creativity: Kids get to make each flower uniquely theirs. Versatile: Works for individual, partner, or group activities. With this rhyming activity, your classroom will blossom with colorful, confident readers. Who knew literacy practice could be this much fun?

Author Ponder Palette Plazza

Tags Rhymes, Rhyming Words, Valentine Ryming Words, Valentine Activities, Valentine Worksheets, Literacy Practice, Literacy Worksheets, Literacy Activities

Letter Writing Activities

Letter Writing Activities
ELA, Writing, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities

This resource is a set of Letter Writing Activities. There will be posters, templates and activities to cover: - Parts of a letter - Reasons for writing a letter - Letter planning - Letter writing templates Students will love these engaging activities as they learn to write letters in a fun way!

Author Literacy Life

Tags Letter Writing, Creative Writing, Literacy Center, Reading Poster, Parts Of A Letter

Harvesting Blends Game

Harvesting Blends Game
ELA, Language Development, Phonics, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities, Games

This resource is a Harvesting Blends Game. Students will take turns picking up a blend card. Students will read the card and sort it under the correct heading on the recording sheet. If students do this correctly, they can move ahead two spaces. If done incorrectly, the player stays on their space. The student who reaches the finish first wins the game.

Author Literacy Life

Tags Harvesting, Blends, Phonics, Board Game, Task Cards

See the Sea | A Homophones Board Game

See the Sea | A Homophones Board Game
ELA, Language Development, Vocabulary, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities, Games

This resource is a See the Sea | A Homophones Board Game. The goal is for students to make it to the beach before any of their friends!! Students will choose the correct homophones on the card and then roll the die and move that number of spaces on the game board.

Author Literacy Life

Tags Homophones, Board Game, Vocabulary Activity, Task Cards, Reading Center, Homophones For Seas, Homophones Board, Homophones For Sea, Homophone Of Board, Homophone Of Sea, Homophone For Board, Homophones Of Sea, A Homophones, Sea Homophones, Homophone Board, Homophones For Board, Homophones Of Board, Homophone For Seas, See Homophones

Apple Preschool Literacy Worksheets

Apple Preschool Literacy Worksheets
Holiday & Seasonal, ELA, Seasons, Fall, Language Development, Pre-Reading, Writing, Handwriting, Kindergarten, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets

Preschoolers will have a ton of fun with these apple themed literacy worksheets. These preschool worksheets focus on letter recognition, letter formation, and prewriting skills. What is Included: Alphabet Mazes - There are two alphabet mazes, one for capital letters and one for lowercase letters. Students will go through the maze by coloring or dotting the apples from A to Z. Apple Emergent Reader - There is one emergent reader that has some basic facts about apples. On the final page, students will record the type of apple they like best. Missing Letters - The student will write the missing letter in each letter sequence. Alphabet Cut and Paste - Students will cut out the lowercase letters and glue them next to their corresponding capital letter. Letter Sort - Students will sort letters by whether they are capital letters or lowercase letters. Prewriting Lines - There are two prewriting worksheets. In the first worksheet, students will trace straight lines in a variety of directions from left to right. On the second worksheet, students will trace a variety of lines from left to right, including curves and zigzags. Letter Tracing - There are 6 handwriting worksheets for students to practice writing capital letters and lowercase letters. Three worksheets are for capital letters and three worksheets are for lowercase letters. Apple Craft Template - There is one apple craft template page for students to color or decorate, and then cut out and glue together to create their own apple. These worksheets make great independent practice, emergency sub plans, and can even be used for homework. These apple themed worksheets are no prep. The teacher just simply needs to print out the desired pages and hand them to students to complete. The alphabet mazes, prewriting pages, tracing letter pages and missing letter pages can be laminated to create a reusable write and wipe activity.

Author The Connett Connection

Tags Apple Worksheets, Preschool Worksheets, Preschool Literacy Worksheets, Alphabet Worksheets, Letter Recognition, Handwriting Skills, Letter Formation, Handwriting Worksheets

Halloween Preschool Literacy Worksheets

Halloween Preschool Literacy Worksheets
Holiday & Seasonal, ELA, Seasons, Fall, Language Development, Pre-Reading, Writing, Handwriting, Kindergarten, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets

Preschoolers will have a ton of fun with these Halloween themed literacy worksheets. These preschool worksheets focus on letter recognition, letter formation, and prewriting skills. What is Included: Alphabet Mazes - There are two alphabet mazes, one for capital letters and one for lowercase letters. Students will go through the maze by coloring or dotting the candy corn from A to Z. Apple Emergent Reader - There is one emergent reader where students will read about the trick or treaters. Missing Letters - The student will write the missing letter in each letter sequence. Alphabet Cut and Paste - Students will cut out the lowercase letters and glue them next to their corresponding capital letter. Letter Sort - Students will sort letters by whether they are capital letters or lowercase letters. Prewriting Lines - There are two prewriting worksheets. In the first worksheet, students will trace straight lines in a variety of directions from left to right. On the second worksheet, students will trace a variety of lines from left to right, including curves and zigzags. Letter Tracing - There are 6 handwriting worksheets for students to practice writing capital letters and lowercase letters. Three worksheets are for capital letters and three worksheets are for lowercase letters. Syllable Counting - Students will sort Halloween themed pictures according to how many syllables are in each word. These worksheets make great independent practice, emergency sub plans, and can even be used for homework. The variety of different worksheets give students amply opportunities to work on literacy skills. These Halloween themed worksheets are no prep. The teacher just simply needs to print out the desired pages and hand them to students to complete. The alphabet mazes, prewriting pages, tracing letter pages and missing letter pages can be laminated to create a reusable write and wipe activity.

Author The Connett Connection

Tags Preschool Worksheets, Preschool Literacy Worksheets, Alphabet Worksheets, Handwriting Worksheets, Halloween Worksheets

Cause and Effect Concentration Game

Cause and Effect Concentration Game
ELA, Reading, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities, Games

This resource is a Cause and Effect Concentration Game. Directions for how to assemble the game cards are included. Students will flip over the cards and try to match the causes to the effects. The student with the most matches is the winner. A recording sheet is included for if you want to place these in reading centers and let students work independently on match ups. Answer key included.

Author Literacy Life

Tags Reading Strategies, Cause And Effect, Concentration, Task Cards, Clue Words

Ninja Syllables Puzzle and Game

Ninja Syllables Puzzle and Game
ELA, Language Development, Spelling, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities, Games

This resource is a Ninja Syllables Puzzle and Game. Puzzles are included for 2, 3, and 4 syllable words. Students can write the words as they create puzzles on the recording sheets. These are perfect for small group or literacy centers . Two sorts are included for students to complete. Your students will have fun playing as they read words with syllables on them.

Author Literacy Life

Tags Reading Puzzles, Spelling, Syllables, Ninja, Small Group

Warm Fuzzies Adjectives and Nouns Activity

Warm Fuzzies Adjectives and Nouns Activity
ELA, Grammar, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities

This resource is a Warm Fuzzies Adjectives and Nouns Activity. This is a great literacy/grammar center . Students will choose an adjective and noun card to create a phrase. They will draw a picture of their phrase and write a sentence to match. Full directions are included for completing this activity.

Author Literacy Life

Tags Warm Fuzzies, Adjectives, Nouns, Task Cards, Literacy Center

The Farmer Said | A Sight Word Reader

The Farmer Said | A Sight Word Reader
ELA, Reading, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Activities

This resource is a The Farmer Said | A Sight Word Reader. This is an 11-page reader that comes with a cover page. The book is colorable! You will also receive a sheet filled with the pictures from the story. This is great for matching.

Author Literacy Life

Tags Farmer, Reader, Sight Word, Vocabulary, Mini Book, Is Said A Sight Word, Sight Word Said

Fast Pitch Long Vowel Game

Fast Pitch Long Vowel Game
ELA, Language Development, Phonics, Grade 1, 2, Activities, Games

This resource is a Fast Pitch Long Vowel Game. There are many ways you can use these cards: - Snap - Fast Pitch - Board Game Directions are included for each way of playing.

Author Literacy Life

Tags Baseball, Patterns, Phonics, Long Vowel, Reading Center

Fluency Phrasing Activity | Read It With Emotion

Fluency Phrasing Activity | Read It With Emotion
ELA, Reading, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities

This resource is a Fluency Phrasing Activity. Fluency is an integral part of reading development. This activity is designed to help students move beyond "fast reading" and into prosody and inflection to help with comprehension. This can be used as a small group or independent center activity. Directions are included for how to implement this activity.

Author Literacy Life

Tags Fluency, Phrasing, Emotion, Reading, Comprehension, Reading Prosody Activities, Prosody Worksheets, Fluency Includes Emotion Pace And

Sight Word Sentence Puzzles

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