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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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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

Find the Rhyme Rhyming Game

Find the Rhyme Rhyming Game
ELA, Language Development, Vocabulary, Grade 1, 2, Activities, Games

This resource is a Find the Rhyme Rhyming Game . This rhyming game can be played like the concentration game where students turn over cards to get a match. Each picture has one rhyme that matches it. These cards can be used as a literacy center or small group instruction. Sets of cards are color-coded to maintain organization. Answer keys are included.

Author Literacy Life

Tags Rhymes, Rhyming Game, Vocabulary, Task Cards, Matching

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

Poetry Analysis Activities

Poetry Analysis Activities
ELA, Literature, Poetry, Grade 2, 3, 4, Activities

Poetry Analysis Activities Poetry Analysis Activities is an invaluable educational tool for both public school teachers and homeschooling parents. It caters to grade levels 2, 3, and 4, providing a comprehensive set of activities that nurtures students in understanding the essence of poetry across various topics within language arts. Fundamental Functions This curriculum resource aids instructors in exposing students to poetry analysis applying learning mechanisms such as task cards, scavenger hunts and critical reading skills. These exercises are universally applicable - rendering them a dynamic supplement to your current poetry unit plans or as groundwork for starting fresh units of study. Purpose & Potential At its core, this product aims at promoting comprehension by presenting straightforward concepts that simplify the intricacies of poetic forms for young minds. In practice, these activities will empower children to independently interpret poems - enhancing their abilities in critical thinking considerably. A Single Comprehensive File: This package contains print-ready materials assembled suitably in one PDF file composed of 16 pages filled with numerous learning prospects. Versatile Utility: The exercises can adapt fluidly across diverse circumstances – from whole-classroom instruction to small group work stations or even homework assignments- ensuring there’s always a teaching aid readily available fitting into any teaching plan. Universal Appeal: An outstanding aspect about Poetry Analysis Activities is its widespread relevance – it doesn’t enforce any specific poem rather inspires inventiveness by allowing versatility in choosing which verse aligns best with individual preferences or curricular goals. In Conclusion, In recapitulation, Poetry Analysis Activities provides the perfect gateway for pupils attending second to fourth grades to delve into the allure of poetic compositions – laying robust foundations for their future literary explorations.

Author Literacy Life

Tags Poetry Analysis, Educational Resource, Language Arts, Comprehension, Critical Thinking

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

Snowball Fight Long Vowel Card Game

Snowball Fight Long Vowel Card Game
ELA, Language Development, Phonics, Grade 1, 2, Activities, Games

This resource is a Snowball Fight Long Vowel Card Game . These cards make for a great literacy center, whole group or small group intervention. Game options are: - Snap - Snowball fight - Board game Directions are included for however you choose to utilize these cards.

Author Literacy Life

Tags Card Game, Literacy Center, Phonics, Snowball Fight, January, Flash Snowball Fight Game

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

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

Hot Shots | Multi-Syllabic Card Game

Hot Shots | Multi-Syllabic Card Game
ELA, Reading, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities, Games

This resource is a Hot Shots Multi-Syllabic Card Game. There are many ways you can use these cards: - Snap - Hot Shots - Board Game Directions are included for each way of playing.

Author Literacy Life

Tags Syllables, Card Game, Hot Shots, Multi-syllabic, Task Cards

Boo! An |oo| Sounds Decodable Reader

Boo! An |oo| Sounds Decodable Reader
ELA, Reading, Preschool, Grade 1, Activities

This resource is an oo Sounds Decodable Reader Packet. Students will enjoy their 8-page mini reader that comes with a cover page. The pictures can be colored as students get ready for the spooky season! Then there is a word card sort activity for the two different sounds that |oo| makes. Next there is a cut and paste word sort activity. Answer key included. Students will also complete a fill in the blank. Answer key included. Finally, there is a board game for students to enjoy in small groups. Directions for how to play are included.

Author Literacy Life

Tags Decodable Reader, Emergent Reader, Halloween, October, Autumn

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

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

Read and Draw Activity - Literacy and Art

Read and Draw Activity - Literacy and Art
Creative Arts, Graphic Arts, Art, ELA, Reading, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Coloring Pages, Activities, Centers, Assessments, Teacher Tools

Read and Draw – Where Words Meet Creativity! Transform your classroom into a hub of imagination with the Read and Draw Activity! This resource is a delightful way to combine literacy and art, as students read simple sentences and draw pictures to match. Whether it’s “The cat wears a hat” or “The dog jumps over a log,” kids get to visualize the written word while adding their personal artistic flair. No two drawings will ever be the same, but they’ll all be hilarious and adorable. Ways to Use: Morning Warm-Up: Start the day on a creative note with this quiet and focused activity. Literacy Centers: Reinforce comprehension and visualization in an engaging, hands-on way. Fast Finishers: Keep early birds entertained with fun and purposeful work. Sub Plans: A guaranteed hit that keeps students busy while you enjoy a moment of calm. Advantages: Boosts reading comprehension: Students practice understanding and interpreting sentences. Encourages creativity: Drawing makes the learning process exciting and unique. Builds confidence: Even reluctant readers enjoy the task because drawing makes it fun! Versatile and easy to use for various grade levels. Make reading a work of art—literally—with this engaging and laughter-filled activity. Your students (and you) will love it!

Author Ponder Palette Plazza

Tags Drawing, Reading, Coloring Pages, Reading Activity, Drawing Activity, Valentine Activities, Drawing Activities, Reading Comprehension, Draw

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

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

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

Literacy Intervention Packet: Phoneme Segmentation | Differentiated Activities

Literacy Intervention Packet: Phoneme Segmentation | Differentiated Activities
ELA, Language Development, Phonics, Preschool, Grade 1, Activities

This Literacy Intervention Packet is focused on phoneme segmentation. It is 250+ pages full of 54 differentiated activities that could work for interventions, small groups, or stations. Topics included: 1. Beginning Sounds 2. Ending Sounds 3. Middle Sounds 4. Blends and Digraphs 5. CVC Words 6. Nonsense Words

Author Kindergarten Cafe

Tags Literacy Packet, Intervention Packet, Phonemes, Segmentation, Differentiation

Compound Word Match Up

Compound Word Match Up
ELA, Language Development, Vocabulary, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities

This resource is a Compound Word Match Up. They can be printed in color or black and white. This is a great pair game that can be placed in a literacy center for students to enjoy!

Author Literacy Life

Tags Compound Words, Butterfly, Matching Activity, Vocabulary, Task Cards

Literacy Sheets: Activities First Nations children

Literacy Sheets: Activities First Nations children
ELA, Social Studies, Language Development, Vocabulary, Grade 3, 4, 5, Activities

First Nations Literacy Activities This educational resource provides elementary educators with over 25 printable literacy activities to help students learn about First Nations culture. With vocabulary lists, worksheets, games , research prompts, and more, students will build literacy skills while making cross-curricular connections. Use the materials for independent practice, small groups, or whole class instruction. Topics cover First Nations traditions, values, art, and history. By immersing learners in rich cultural content, these materials aim to foster appreciation and respect for diversity. The packet includes vocabulary lists, bingo games , comics, and prompts for students to write stories and make personal connections. Teachers can differentiate or use activities over multiple lessons. This teaching resource is designed for grades 3-5.

Author Learn it ANY way

Tags First Nations, Natives, Autochtones, Vocabulary, Writing

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

CVC Matching Game -  Mitten Themed

CVC Matching Game - Mitten Themed
ELA, Language Development, Phonics, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Activities, Games

This resource is a Mitten Themed CVC Matching Game. This CVC Matching game can be used in several ways. It could be used as a matching game or as a literacy center for students. Recording sheets are included. The color mittens are self-correcting by color. Included: - Color matching set of CVC mitten cards for each vowel - Blackline matching set of CVC mitten cards for each vowel - Recording sheets for each vowel - 3 levels of worksheets with answer keys

Author Literacy Life

Tags CVC Game, Matching Game, Vowel Sounds, Short Vowels, Mittens

Literacy Center Packet

Literacy Center Packet
ELA, Reading, Preschool, Grade 1, Centers, Activities

This is a Literacy Center Packet for your Kindergarten and first-grade students. Literacy Centers are a great way to extend learning. This simple Prep resource gives the students the opportunity to be creative, to write, and to draw. The sentences are simple to read, fun to color, and challenging enough to practice comprehension. Students practice important skills such as left to right writing, starting sentences with a capital letter, using proper spaces between words, and ending with a period. The writing page has reminders at the bottom and encourages students to check their work. Students will practice writing sentences and drawing pictures. These are great worksheets for center time. Students will need watercolors or markers, and a pencil. Students will be asked to: 1. Look at the picture at the top of the page. 2. Read and trace the sentence with a marker of your choice. 3. Draw a picture depicting the sentence. 4. Write another sentence on the back to tell about the picture. 5. To extend the concept, have students use adjectives to describe the picture. All you have to do is print and go. This resource is a PDF and has a total of 20 pages for students to practice!

Author The Kinder Lady

Tags Literacy Center, Reading Centers, Writing, Animals, Illustrations, Art, Complete Sentences, Punctuation, Capital Letters, Phonics

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

Valentine CVC Words Worksheets - Literacy Practice

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

Cupid's got mail, and your students are the postmasters! This Valentine CVC Words activity is a delightful blend of literacy practice and crafty fun. Students will cut out CVC “postage stamps,” read the words, match them to the correct envelope, and then color the adorable Valentine-themed pictures. It's hands-on, educational, and sweet enough to melt the ice of February mornings! Ways to Use: Phonics Practice: Students practice decoding CVC words and matching them with corresponding pictures. Holiday Learning Centers: A festive addition to Valentine’s Day-themed stations. Fine Motor Skills: Cutting, pasting, and coloring keep those little hands busy and focused. Morning Warm-Up: A cheerful way to start the day with independent practice. Homework or Take-Home Fun: Extend the Valentine vibe into home learning. Advantages: Engages Young Learners: Combines literacy with creativity for maximum fun. Builds Word Recognition: Reinforces reading and word-picture association. Multi-Sensory Learning: Involves cutting, pasting, and coloring to cater to diverse learning styles. Festive Flair: Perfect for celebrating Valentine’s Day in a meaningful way. Minimal Prep: Print, provide scissors and glue, and you’re ready to roll! This activity delivers CVC word mastery straight to your students’ “mailboxes” while making your classroom feel like a Valentine’s workshop. Stamp your approval and send it their way!

Author Ponder Palette Plazza

Tags Cvc, Cvc Words, Cvc Words Activities, Valentine Worksheets, Valentine Phonics, Valentine Cvc Words, Cvc Words Family, Literacy Activities