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Sight Word Activities
Support your early readers with activities focused on mastering sight words. This collection includes flashcards, matching games, and writing exercises that help students quickly recognize common words. By incorporating these sight word activities into your lessons, you can enhance reading fluency and build a strong foundation for literacy.
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Reading Comprehension Passages Fiction Set 1 - Nature Presentable PDF
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Common Core, ESL, Language Development, Spelling, Vocabulary, Writing, Resources for Teachers, Grade 2, 3, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Writing Prompts, Assessments, Teacher Tools, Quizzes, Quizzes and Tests, Centers, Activities
Reading Comprehension Passages Fiction Set 1 Snapshot Genre: Fiction (collection of short nature-themed stories) Subject: Reading (Comprehension) Primary Topic: Nature-themed fiction passages and comprehension practice Estimated Guided Reading Level (A–Z): O What This Teaches Best Character feelings and motivations: Characters want or value something strongly (e.g., Kellie wants snow to use her new sled; Rusty wants to finish his color task; Ross would rather play but ends up enjoying his work). Observation and using the environment for answers: Rusty finds blue and purple by looking more carefully at what’s around him (sky, stream, leaf backs). Cause and effect in everyday situations: Weather and choices affect what happens next (snow finally comes; a thunderstorm ends cherry picking; a volcano eruption changes the climbers’ plans). Nature vocabulary in meaningful contexts: Words connected to seasons, plants, animals, and outdoor features appear across the stories (snow “accumulation,” “canopy,” “eruption,” “perennials,” “marmalade”). Built-in practice pages that match the passages: Each story is followed by questions and skill pages (mixed questions, spelling/vocabulary, short writing prompts) that directly reference details from the story text. Learning Goals Students will recount key events from a selected story in a logical order using details from the text. Students will describe characters’ wants, feelings, and choices and connect them to what happens in the story. Students will identify the setting/season and name text evidence that supports it. Students will explain cause-and-effect relationships shown in the stories (problem → response → outcome). Students will use context clues to determine the meaning of unfamiliar words from the passages. Students will compare information presented in the story (for example, annuals vs. perennials) by stating how they are different using the text’s wording. Passages Include 1.Bring on the Snow: Kellie wants to make it snow. How does she try? 2.Walk through the Woods: A walk in the woods turns into a huge adventure. 3.Nature Photographer: Donna get some amazing snaps in this story. 4.Nature's Beautiful Colors: Rusty enjoys finding out about the colors in nature. 5.Flower Fun: Learn about flower names and colors in this fun lesson. 6.Picking Cherries: Ross spends his day picking cherries but is it worth it? Additional File: Nature Photographer: Drawing Nature Printable PRESENTABLE PDF VERSION Run it like a slide show straight from a PDF, with no PowerPoint or extra software needed, just open, project, and teach. Other versions are available in the links list below or in the full catalog. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
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Tags Elementary, Reading, Comprehension, Vocabulary, Common Core, Speling, Writing, Passages, Reading Centers, Reading Comprehension Assessments
Spring Mazes (PDF)
ELA, Language Development, Resources for Teachers, Vocabulary, Spelling, ESL, Spring, Seasons, Holiday & Seasonal, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Teacher Tools, Centers, Activities, Mazes
Maze Series This maze series is designed for students in grades 2–5. Each set features a clear, kid-friendly theme with scene-based mazes that students first navigate, then complete by drawing a few target words from a simple word list. Pages come in varied styles and graduated difficulty, with an optional “color it in” step—and some themes invite quick calculations to match the task. These mazes are student-friendly, classroom-ready, and perfect for literacy warmups, seasonal units, fast-finisher bins, centers, sub plans, or home learning extensions. The playful, structured format builds problem-solving, attention to detail, and fine-motor control while reinforcing themed content in a motivating way. Note: Unlike many themed products, not all word-list words appear on the maze pages. To support full vocabulary coverage, we’ve released a companion word list you can find in the links section. Spring Word List 1. Spring Blossoms Tulip, Blossom, Pollen, Cherry, Daffodil, Petal, Orchid, Bloom 2. Rainy Days Drizzle, Puddle, Thunder, Umbrella, Rainbow, Raindrop, Thunderstorm, Overcast 3. Baby Animals Lamb, Duckling, Fawn, Bunny, Calf, Kitten, Puppy, Hatch 4. Spring Holidays & Traditions Easter, Picnic, Parade, Basket, Renewal, Spring, Egg 5. Outdoor Adventures Hiking, Kite, Gardening, Picnic, Biking, Camping, Boating, Fishing 6. New Beginnings Sprout, Bud, Nest, Sunrise, Fresh, Growth, New PDF Version Other versions will appear here when available. Follow the store for the lastest on new products. How to Use These Mazes Perfect for: Morning work or early-finisher bins Literacy or STEM centers Holiday/seasonal review lessons Independent stations, sub plans, or take-home enrichment More Spring Themed Products Spring Mini Unit CROSSWORDS WORD SEARCHES FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE Themed Mazes Links Addition PDF Animals PDF Around the Home PDF Birthday PDF Candy PDF Christmas PDF Cinco de Mayo PDF Clothes PDF Colors PDF Days and Months PDF Division PDF Earth Day PDF Easter PDF Easy Mazes PDF Fall PDF Father's Day PDF Food PDF Geography (Set 1) PDF Geography (Set 2) PDF Geography (Set 3) PDF Graduation PDF Health PDF History (Set 1) PDF History (Set 2) PDF History (Set 3) PDF Human Body PDF Kindness PDF Life Skills PDF Mother's Day PDF Multiplication PDF Science (Set 1) PDF Science (Set 2) PDF Science (Set 3) PDF Shapes PDF Social Skills PDF Spring PDF Sports PDF St. Patrick's Day PDF Subtraction PDF Summer PDF Thanksgiving PDF Transport PDF Valentine's Day PDF Winter PDF Mazes in Depth Structure Each maze is crafted around a focused sub-theme. Students navigate the maze, encountering branches and cul-de-sacs that build attention and planning. Most pages include a tiny follow-up box—students draw or label 2–3 target words from a small word box, add a quick count, or color in the scene—so the activity reinforces both content and skills in a highly engaging format. Each completed set includes: A themed maze page. A simple student instruction strip. An answer key showing the solved path for teacher support or self-checking Themes Included These mazes cover a wide range of fun, age-appropriate themes, including: Seasons & Holidays (e.g., Halloween, Easter, Valentine’s Day) Math-Lite Connections (e.g., quick counts, number words) Everyday Topics (e.g., Animals, Weather, School) Special Units (e.g., Health, Earth Day, Sports, Kindness) Each topic reflects students’ real-life experiences and interests while strengthening problem-solving, visual scanning, and fine-motor control in a playful, highly visual way. Easy extensions (optional): Time it: solve once in pencil, then try to beat the time in pen Retell the route using sequence words (first, next, then, finally) Count intersections or turns and graph the results Write a 1–2 sentence mini-story about the scene using the target words Design a tiny maze in the corner for a partner to solve Differentiation tips: Offer a finger-trace pass before pencils for emerging learners Highlight the borders of the correct region on first attempts Use thicker-line versions or simpler pages to build confidence Pair roles: “navigator” gives directions; “driver” traces the path For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
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Tags Vocabulary, Spelling, Spring, Rainy Days, Ela Maze, Ela Mazes, Maze, Mazes, Spring Maze, Spring Mazes
Long O: Letters Phonics Games and Activities - 6 Stars One Question
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Resources for Teachers, Vocabulary, Phonics, Pre-Reading, Spelling, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Teacher Tools, Games, Activities
Long O: 6 Stars One Question Note: This download is in PowerPoint show mode to protect the rights of the image creator(s), and is thus UNEDITABLE. Playing the Game There are two rounds in this game, the arrow in the bottom right will navigate you through the powerpoint. Round 1 - 6 Stars 1 Question Static: A question will appear in the middle of the screen and there will be six stars containing words that surround it. Choose the correct word for each question. Correct answer will flash, incorrect will dim. (8 questions) Round 2 - 6 Stars 1 Question Moving: Similar concept to round 2 but this time after seeing the clue, the six stars will fly in and out across the screen one-by-one. Quickly click on the correct star. If you fail there is a chance to repeat the slide. There is a quick ready message before each question, this will move on automatically. (9 questions) About the Game You are looking at a game that requires multiple skills and will allow your student to practice reading long O phonics words. With up to six words on the screen at any time, there is ample opportunity to practice phonics with every member of the class. Words: rope, rose, nose, mole, hole, home, window, goat, boat, coat, arrow, pillow, cone, phone, road, soap, snow. Picture style:clipart Includes basic sound effects for increased entertainment. Helps to Build Letter recognition – Identifying letters in different fonts or contexts. Letter-sound association – Connecting letters to its sounds. Vocabulary building – Introducing words that start with each letter. Phonemic awareness – Listening for letter sounds in words, rhyming, or segmenting sounds. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE Letter PPT Game Links: Letter A Hidden Pictures 1 MemWord Hidden Pictures 2 Hidden Pictures 3 The Short Question Riddle Time Review Games Follow the Vocab Letter B Letter C Letter D Letter E Hidden Pictures 1 The Grand Circle 8 Pictures 1 Clue Behind the Garage Doors Outside the Submarine Two Review Games Say What You See Quiz Game Letter F Letter G Letter H Letter I Hidden Pictures 1 MemWord Three Review Games Three Quiz Show Style Games Find the Ball Bowling Four Mini Games Outside the Train Window Letter J Letter K Letter L Letter M Letter N Letter O Hidden Pictures 1 MemWord Yes or No Game Six Pictures Game Hidden Pictures 2 6 Stars One Question MCQS Game The Grid Letter P Letter Q Letter R Letter S Letter T Letter U Letter V Letter W Letter X Letter Y Letter Z Overview These interactive PowerPoint games make early phonics practice fun and engaging for young learners. With a mix of exciting activities, kids stay motivated while strengthening key phonetic patterns. Each game offers plenty of opportunities for participation—whether playing in teams, one-on-one, or independently. The variety of game styles, from disappearing squares to timed challenges, ensures that every student can learn in a way that works best for them. Bright visuals, sound effects, and gradually increasing difficulty keep students engaged and support different skill levels. Teachers have full control over the pacing and difficulty, making it easy to adjust the experience based on their students' needs. Whether guessing hidden images, recalling sequences, or solving riddles, each activity reinforces phonics in a fun, interactive way. These games turn traditional phonics drills into an exciting, hands-on learning adventure, building confidence and essential literacy skills in young learners. For More Like This For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
Author Cored Education
Tags Esl, Powerpoint, Ppt, Powerpoint Games, Esl Games, Ela Games, Phonics Games, Letter O Games, Letter O Activities, Cvc Games
Long E: Letters Phonics Games and Activities - Outside the Submarine
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Resources for Teachers, Vocabulary, Phonics, Pre-Reading, Spelling, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Teacher Tools, Games, Activities
Long E: Outside the Submarine Note: This download is in PowerPoint show mode to protect the rights of the image creator(s), and is thus UNEDITABLE. Playing the Game After the title slide, the game starts. The page runs by itself, first traveling through some ocean life before stopping and a picture will quickly appear three times. It is very fast so if you wish to repeat it, press the blue and purple repeat button. This button will work infinite times. Press the question button to reveal the answer. Press the black arrow button to move onto the next word. About the Game This entertaining and educational game is perfect if you want to practice words and spelling of core long E vocabulary. Interactive and full of sound, imagine yourself under the sea enjoying the scenery and looking out for those words to pop up. It is the perfect way to involve the whole class in either teams or individuals. 17 Slides. Features plenty of color, excellent graphics and sounds. Words: thief, see, money, monkey, key, turkey, Egypt, hero, candy, sunny, windy, feet, teeth, eat, sea, tea Picture format: clipart Helps to Build Letter recognition – Identifying letters in different fonts or contexts. Letter-sound association – Connecting letters to its sounds. Vocabulary building – Introducing words that start with each letter. Phonemic awareness – Listening for letter sounds in words, rhyming, or segmenting sounds. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE Letter PPT Game Links: Letter A Hidden Pictures 1 MemWord Hidden Pictures 2 Hidden Pictures 3 The Short Question Riddle Time Review Games Follow the Vocab Letter B Letter C Letter D Letter E Hidden Pictures 1 The Grand Circle 8 Pictures 1 Clue Behind the Garage Doors Outside the Submarine Two Review Games Say What You See Quiz Game Letter F Letter G Letter H Letter I Hidden Pictures 1 MemWord Three Review Games Three Quiz Show Style Games Find the Ball Bowling Four Mini Games Outside the Train Window Letter J Letter K Letter L Letter M Letter N Letter O Hidden Pictures 1 MemWord Yes or No Game Six Pictures Game Hidden Pictures 2 6 Stars One Question MCQS Game The Grid Letter P Letter Q Letter R Letter S Letter T Letter U Letter V Letter W Letter X Letter Y Letter Z Overview These interactive PowerPoint games make early phonics practice fun and engaging for young learners. With a mix of exciting activities, kids stay motivated while strengthening key phonetic patterns. Each game offers plenty of opportunities for participation—whether playing in teams, one-on-one, or independently. The variety of game styles, from disappearing squares to timed challenges, ensures that every student can learn in a way that works best for them. Bright visuals, sound effects, and gradually increasing difficulty keep students engaged and support different skill levels. Teachers have full control over the pacing and difficulty, making it easy to adjust the experience based on their students' needs. Whether guessing hidden images, recalling sequences, or solving riddles, each activity reinforces phonics in a fun, interactive way. These games turn traditional phonics drills into an exciting, hands-on learning adventure, building confidence and essential literacy skills in young learners. For More Like This For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
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Tags Esl, Powerpoint, Ppt, Powerpoint Games, Esl Games, Ela Games, Vocabulary Games, Phonics Games, Letter E Games, Letter E Activities
Long I: Letters Phonics Games and Activities - Three Review Games
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Resources for Teachers, Vocabulary, Phonics, Pre-Reading, Spelling, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Teacher Tools, Games, Activities
Long I: Three Review Games Note: This download is in PowerPoint show mode to protect the rights of the image creator(s), and is thus UNEDITABLE. Playing the Game Three games. In the first game, one picture will slowly appear (20 seconds long). Press the cookie in the bottom-left to begin, press again to reveal the answer. Press the arrow in the bottom-right to change to the next page. There are 9 questions in total Second game is similar but there will be two pictures appearing at the same time. Press the donut in the bottom-left to begin. The pictures will appear on the clock, press the pink clock button next to the picture that corresponds to the word at the top. Wrong answer will buzz, correct answer will make a noise and both pictures will be fully revealed. Press arrow in the bottom-right to change page. 4 questions in total. Last game will review the words from the previous game. Word is at the top, four pictures below, choose the correct picture for the word. Incorrect answers will dim out, correct answer will flash. Again, arrow in the bottom-right for the next question. 8 questions in total. About the Game This mix of long I phonics games will give students a perfect way to practice key long I words. With a range of questions and different kinds of pictures, each student will have the chance to practice reading and recognizing 17 long I words. Words: iron, ice, kite, hide, pie, light, night, knight, fly, pilot, pile, tie, vine, pipe, fry, cry, time. Picture Style: Clipart and Photos Features some sound effects for entertainment purposes. Helps to Build Letter recognition – Identifying letters in different fonts or contexts. Letter-sound association – Connecting letters to its sounds. Vocabulary building – Introducing words that start with each letter. Phonemic awareness – Listening for letter sounds in words, rhyming, or segmenting sounds. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE Letter PPT Game Links: Letter A Hidden Pictures 1 MemWord Hidden Pictures 2 Hidden Pictures 3 The Short Question Riddle Time Review Games Follow the Vocab Letter B Letter C Letter D Letter E Hidden Pictures 1 The Grand Circle 8 Pictures 1 Clue Behind the Garage Doors Outside the Submarine Two Review Games Say What You See Quiz Game Letter F Letter G Letter H Letter I Hidden Pictures 1 MemWord Three Review Games Three Quiz Show Style Games Find the Ball Bowling Four Mini Games Outside the Train Window Letter J Letter K Letter L Letter M Letter N Letter O Hidden Pictures 1 MemWord Yes or No Game Six Pictures Game Hidden Pictures 2 6 Stars One Question MCQS Game The Grid Letter P Letter Q Letter R Letter S Letter T Letter U Letter V Letter W Letter X Letter Y Letter Z Overview These interactive PowerPoint games make early phonics practice fun and engaging for young learners. With a mix of exciting activities, kids stay motivated while strengthening key phonetic patterns. Each game offers plenty of opportunities for participation—whether playing in teams, one-on-one, or independently. The variety of game styles, from disappearing squares to timed challenges, ensures that every student can learn in a way that works best for them. Bright visuals, sound effects, and gradually increasing difficulty keep students engaged and support different skill levels. Teachers have full control over the pacing and difficulty, making it easy to adjust the experience based on their students' needs. Whether guessing hidden images, recalling sequences, or solving riddles, each activity reinforces phonics in a fun, interactive way. These games turn traditional phonics drills into an exciting, hands-on learning adventure, building confidence and essential literacy skills in young learners. For More Like This For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
Author Cored Education
Tags Esl, Powerpoint, Ppt, Powerpoint Games, Esl Games, Ela Games, Vocabulary Games, Phonics Games, Letter I Games, Letter I Activities
Short A: Letters Phonics Games and Activities - Review Games
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Resources for Teachers, Vocabulary, Phonics, Pre-Reading, Spelling, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Teacher Tools, Games, Activities
Short A: Review Games Note: This download is in PowerPoint show mode to protect the rights of the image creator(s), and is thus UNEDITABLE. Playing the Game The first game contains seven words on the right side. Choose the correct word for each picture shown. Click on the words on the right side. If it is correct it will flash green, if wrong it will disappear. The second game requires the students to choose the correct picture for each word shown. Click on the pictures for correct answer to flash green, incorrect answers will disappear. Press the square in the bottom right corner to go to the next page. About the Game The best way to keep kids focused on reviewing phonics is variety. This game certainly has that. Will plenty of fun colors and pictures, there is the opportunity to practice reading words in game 1. No matter the student, there will be something they enjoy about the game, the picture round at the end also requires the student to read one word before choosing from the choice of pictures. 15 Slides Words: man, ran, pan, can, hat, mat, fan, band, sand, sad, map, clap, jam, bag Picture style: clipart Includes basic sound effects for increased entertainment. Helps to Build Letter recognition – Identifying letters in different fonts or contexts. Letter-sound association – Connecting letters to its sounds. Vocabulary building – Introducing words that start with each letter. Phonemic awareness – Listening for letter sounds in words, rhyming, or segmenting sounds. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE Letter PPT Game Links: Letter A Hidden Pictures 1 MemWord Hidden Pictures 2 Hidden Pictures 3 The Short Question Riddle Time Review Games Follow the Vocab Letter B Letter C Letter D Letter E Hidden Pictures 1 The Grand Circle 8 Pictures 1 Clue Behind the Garage Doors Outside the Submarine Two Review Games Say What You See Quiz Game Letter F Letter G Letter H Letter I Hidden Pictures 1 MemWord Three Review Games Three Quiz Show Style Games Find the Ball Bowling Four Mini Games Outside the Train Window Letter J Letter K Letter L Letter M Letter N Letter O Hidden Pictures 1 MemWord Yes or No Game Six Pictures Game Hidden Pictures 2 6 Stars One Question MCQS Game The Grid Letter P Letter Q Letter R Letter S Letter T Letter U Letter V Letter W Letter X Letter Y Letter Z Overview These interactive PowerPoint games make early phonics practice fun and engaging for young learners. With a mix of exciting activities, kids stay motivated while strengthening key phonetic patterns. Each game offers plenty of opportunities for participation—whether playing in teams, one-on-one, or independently. The variety of game styles, from disappearing squares to timed challenges, ensures that every student can learn in a way that works best for them. Bright visuals, sound effects, and gradually increasing difficulty keep students engaged and support different skill levels. Teachers have full control over the pacing and difficulty, making it easy to adjust the experience based on their students' needs. Whether guessing hidden images, recalling sequences, or solving riddles, each activity reinforces phonics in a fun, interactive way. These games turn traditional phonics drills into an exciting, hands-on learning adventure, building confidence and essential literacy skills in young learners. For More Like This For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
Author Cored Education
Tags Esl, Powerpoint, Ppt, Powerpoint Games, Esl Games, Vocabulary Games, Letter A Games, Letter A Activities, Phonics Games, Cvc Games
History Word List Posters - Set 1 (PDF)
ELA, Language Development, Vocabulary, Spelling, ESL, Resources for Teachers, Social Studies, History, History: USA, History: World, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Teacher Tools, Centers, Activities, Posters, Classroom Decor
Word List Poster Series This word list poster series is designed for students in grades 2–5. Each printable focuses on a clear, kid-friendly theme and features 8 target vocabulary words with short, student-friendly meanings or fun facts. The clean layout works as both an anchor chart and a write-in sheet, giving students a quick, visual reference they can revisit during centers and independent work. These posters are student-friendly, classroom-ready, and perfect for warmups, vocabulary walls, sub plans, or take-home reference. Display a single poster to support the day’s lesson, or group several to build a themed wall across your unit. Note: Each poster is a companion piece to its matching themed product in the series—pair it with the corresponding maze, wordsearch, or activity pack for a consistent set of 8 focus words. History Word Search Set 1 Word List 1. Early Civilizations Pyramid, Pharaoh, Hieroglyph, Empire, Gladiator, Colosseum, Trade, River 2. The American Revolution Colony, Tax, Tea, Declaration, Freedom, Patriot, Battle, Victory 3. Famous Explorers Compass, Ship, Ocean, Discover, Map, Journey, Trade, Adventure 4. Native American Cultures Tribe, Hunt, Buffalo, Tipi, Corn, Drum, Canoe, Tradition 5. The Civil War Union, Confederacy, Abolish, Battlefield, Soldier, Flag, Lincoln, Peace 6. The Industrial Revolution Factory, Machine, Steam, Train, Inventor, Electricity, Labor, City PDF Version Other versions will appear here when available. Follow the store for the lastest on new products. How to Use These Word List Posters Perfect for: Morning work or early-finisher bins Vocabulary centers or anchor walls Holiday/seasonal review lessons Independent stations, sub plans, or take-home reference More History Themed Products History Crosswords (Set 1) PDF History Crosswords (Set 2) PDF History Crosswords (Set 3) PDF History Word Searches (Set 1) PDF History Word Searches (Set 2) PDF History Word Searches (Set 3) PDF History Mazes (Set 1) PDF History Mazes (Set 2) PDF History Mazes (Set 3) PDF FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE Themed Word List Posters Links Addition PDF Animals PDF Around the Home PDF Birthday PDF Candy PDF Christmas PDF Cinco de Mayo PDF Clothes PDF Colors PDF Days and Months PDF Division PDF Earth Day PDF Easter PDF Easy Word List Posters PDF Fall PDF Father's Day PDF Food PDF Geography (Set 1) PDF Geography (Set 2) PDF Geography (Set 3) PDF Graduation PDF Health PDF History (Set 1) PDF History (Set 2) PDF History (Set 3) PDF Human Body PDF Kindness PDF Life Skills PDF Mother's Day PDF Multiplication PDF Science (Set 1) PDF Science (Set 2) PDF Science (Set 3) PDF Shapes PDF Social Skills PDF Spring PDF Sports PDF St. Patrick's Day PDF Subtraction PDF Summer PDF Thanksgiving PDF Transport PDF Valentine's Day PDF Winter PDF Word List Posters in Depth Structure Each poster is built around a focused sub-theme and presents 8 target words with short, student-friendly meanings or fun facts. The clean A4 portrait layout works as an anchor chart on your board or as a student reference at desks. These posters are designed as companion pieces to the matching themed products (mazes, wordsearches, activity packs), so the same vocabulary stays visible across your unit. Each poster set includes: A themed word list poster with 8 words + brief meanings/facts A clean, high-contrast layout for easy printing and display Space that can double as write-in/draw-to-show-meaning during centers Themes Included Seasons & Holidays (e.g., Halloween, Easter, Valentine’s Day) Everyday Topics (e.g., Animals, Weather, School) Math & Science Connections (e.g., Number Words, Simple Machines) Special Units (e.g., Health, Earth Day, Sports, Kindness) Each topic reflects real-life experiences and interests while strengthening vocabulary recognition and content understanding in a clear, visual way. Easy extensions (optional) Sketch it: students draw a quick icon for each word Sort it: group words by category (e.g., actions, objects) Star it: highlight “I already know” vs. “I’m learning” words Match it: point to examples in a reading, video, or picture set Say it: brief oral definition or example sentence during share-out Differentiation tips Pre-teach 2–3 anchor words; add the rest later in the week Offer picture cues or gestures for emerging readers/ELLs Let students choose 4 of 8 to focus on first, then build up Color-code by part of speech or concept family for quick scanning For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
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Tags Vocabulary, Spelling, History, Early Civilizations, The American Revolution, Native American Cultures, The Civil War, The Industrial Revolution, Posters, History Posters
Short I: Letters Phonics Games and Activities - Four Mini Games
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Resources for Teachers, Vocabulary, Phonics, Pre-Reading, Spelling, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Teacher Tools, Games, Activities
Short I: Four Mini Games Note: This download is in PowerPoint show mode to protect the rights of the image creator(s), and is thus UNEDITABLE. Playing the Game 4 games Arrow in top-right to advance through each slide. Game 1 - What is the Word? Clue will appear automatically and students need to guess the word. Press the card on the top of the pile to show the answer (5 questions) Game 2 - Unscramble. The clue and letters slowly appear giving students some time to write or say their answers before all the letters appear. Again press the card on the top for the answer. (5 questions) Game 3 - 4 Choices. Two kinds of question in this game - word prompt and clue prompt. In the word prompt you have to select the correct answer for the word provided. Clue prompt you will need to select the correct word. Game 4 - True or False. A statement will appear automatically. Decide if it is true or false. About the Game The variety included in this four mini game powerpoint will keep the entire class happy. With clue questions, picture prompts, unscrambling words and more, this is an extensive review of short I phonics words at the pace you want to go at. There are opportunities for team work or to work as individuals. Plenty of reading practice and your kids are sure to enjoy themselves at the same time. Words: bid, hid, kid, big, dig, pig, fin, pin, win, dip, hip, lip, bit, sit, mix, six. Features some sound effects for entertainment purposes. Helps to Build Letter recognition – Identifying letters in different fonts or contexts. Letter-sound association – Connecting letters to its sounds. Vocabulary building – Introducing words that start with each letter. Phonemic awareness – Listening for letter sounds in words, rhyming, or segmenting sounds. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE Letter PPT Game Links: Letter A Hidden Pictures 1 MemWord Hidden Pictures 2 Hidden Pictures 3 The Short Question Riddle Time Review Games Follow the Vocab Letter B Letter C Letter D Letter E Hidden Pictures 1 The Grand Circle 8 Pictures 1 Clue Behind the Garage Doors Outside the Submarine Two Review Games Say What You See Quiz Game Letter F Letter G Letter H Letter I Hidden Pictures 1 MemWord Three Review Games Three Quiz Show Style Games Find the Ball Bowling Four Mini Games Outside the Train Window Letter J Letter K Letter L Letter M Letter N Letter O Hidden Pictures 1 MemWord Yes or No Game Six Pictures Game Hidden Pictures 2 6 Stars One Question MCQS Game The Grid Letter P Letter Q Letter R Letter S Letter T Letter U Letter V Letter W Letter X Letter Y Letter Z Overview These interactive PowerPoint games make early phonics practice fun and engaging for young learners. With a mix of exciting activities, kids stay motivated while strengthening key phonetic patterns. Each game offers plenty of opportunities for participation—whether playing in teams, one-on-one, or independently. The variety of game styles, from disappearing squares to timed challenges, ensures that every student can learn in a way that works best for them. Bright visuals, sound effects, and gradually increasing difficulty keep students engaged and support different skill levels. Teachers have full control over the pacing and difficulty, making it easy to adjust the experience based on their students' needs. Whether guessing hidden images, recalling sequences, or solving riddles, each activity reinforces phonics in a fun, interactive way. These games turn traditional phonics drills into an exciting, hands-on learning adventure, building confidence and essential literacy skills in young learners. For More Like This For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
Author Cored Education
Tags Esl, Powerpoint, Ppt, Powerpoint Games, Esl Games, Vocabulary Games, Phonics Games, Letter I Games, Letter I Activities, Cvc Games
Reading Comprehension Passages Fiction Set 1 - Animals (PPT)
ELA, Reading, Writing, ESL, Language Development, Spelling, Vocabulary, Reading Comprehension, Creative Writing, Resources for Teachers, Grade 4, 5, Teacher Tools, Presentations, Assessments, Activities, Tests, Quizzes and Tests, Quizzes
Reading Comprehension Passages Fiction Set 1 Overview No prep reading comprehension lessons, with enjoyable stories and topics. Each lesson has a blend of post-reading activities. Mixed questions to check overall understanding. Vocabulary activities, plus a writing section. Lessons also contain a bonus extension exercise at the end. Some you may like, some you may not, either way they are there if you wish to use them. Full answer keys are provided. Passages Include 1.Donny's Glasses: Donny is being chased by a monster. Or so he thinks! 2.Hare & Bear: Hare & Bear have a cup of tea together in the warmth. 3.Maggie's Turtle: Maggie is desperate to win the fishing competition. 4.New Pup: Hugh finds out a new puppy isn't as fun as he hoped. 5.Naughty Cat: Lizzie can't find any of her stuff. Read this story to find outwhere it is. 6.Ella's Baseball Bat: Ella's dad is scared of bats, and now there is one in the house! 7.Ola the Rabbit: Read about Darla's newest pet in this lesson. 8.Ethan and the Puppies: Ethan gets ready for the puppies to arrive. 9.Endangered Animals: Sam learns all about endangered animals in this passage. 10.Chinese New Year: Jessie and Sally talk about the upcoming Chinese New Year. PPT Version This is the PPT editable and fillable (when not in presentation mode) version. This download is available in GOOGLE Docs, GOOGLE Forms, GOOGLE Slides. PDF, PPT, WORD. Browse the Complete Cored Catalog — 2,000+ Resources Included Reading Passages Each reading passage has been written specifically for students in Grades 4–5, using vocabulary and language that match their age and ability level. The collection covers a wide range of engaging topics, supported by colorful visuals that help bring the content to life. Every lesson is designed to build knowledge while keeping students interested and motivated to read. These resources are also designed with flexibility in mind. Unlike traditional textbooks that can quickly become outdated, lessons can be updated over time to reflect changes in technology, discoveries, and the world around us. Mixed Questions Every lesson includes a variety of questions that help students think more deeply about what they have read. The question section combines reading comprehension, vocabulary, and math skills, while also regularly reinforcing important reading strategies such as cause and effect, summarizing, compare and contrast, and drawing conclusions. Most lessons include a mix of multiple-choice and written-response questions, giving students opportunities to explain their thinking as well as select answers. Complete answer keys and sample responses are provided at the end of each lesson for quick and easy reference. Spelling & Vocabulary Each passage introduces students to useful words and phrases appropriate for Grades 4–5. To help build confidence and word knowledge, every lesson includes a spelling or vocabulary activity. Rather than repeating the same task throughout the collection, activities vary from lesson to lesson to keep practice fresh and engaging. Activities may include spelling challenges, sentence matching, decoding activities, mixed-up text exercises, and other vocabulary-building tasks connected directly to the reading. Writing Prompts Each lesson includes a writing activity that extends the ideas, themes, or topics explored in the passage. Students are encouraged to write in a variety of formats, with prompts providing helpful guidance and ideas to get them started. Writing tasks vary throughout the collection and may include creative writing, research activities, personal responses, poetry, opinion writing, and other engaging assignments. Full Answer Keys Complete answer keys and sample responses are included with every lesson, making planning and marking quicker and easier. Reading comprehension answers include evidence and support from the text, while math-based questions show the relevant working where appropriate. The answer keys are designed primarily for teachers but can also be shared with students when needed. Just for Fun Each lesson finishes with an optional extension activity called Just for Fun . These bonus activities provide an enjoyable way to extend learning beyond the main lesson and often encourage creativity, discussion, or independent thinking. They are completely optional, giving you the flexibility to use the activities that best suit your students and classroom needs. For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
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Short U: Letters Phonics Games and Activities - Hear, See, Say!
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Resources for Teachers, Vocabulary, Phonics, Pre-Reading, Spelling, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Teacher Tools, Games, Activities
Short U: Hear, See, Say! Note: This download is in PowerPoint show mode to protect the rights of the image creator(s), and is thus UNEDITABLE. Playing the Game How to use each function of the game is up to the teacher. Sound effects range in difficulty, picture sections are harder. Click on the relevant icons to reveal these functions. The word can be revealed letter by letter by clicking on the boxes at the bottom of the screen. Pressing the celebration box will reveal the answer with a picture. Next arrow will move you onto the next slide. About the Game Bringing fun sounds into your phonics review, this game requires a mix of skills. The teacher has full control over which clue to offer the students. There are incredible sound effects, close-up pictures or the option to simply reveal letter(s) in the word. 17 Slides. Practice Short U Words: tub, cub, sub, mud, bug, jug, mug, rug, gum, run, sun, hut, nut, cup, bus, duck. Includes sound effects for added entertainment Helps to Build Letter recognition – Identifying letters in different fonts or contexts. Letter-sound association – Connecting letters to its sounds. Vocabulary building – Introducing words that start with each letter. Phonemic awareness – Listening for letter sounds in words, rhyming, or segmenting sounds. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE Letter PPT Game Links: Letter A Hidden Pictures 1 MemWord Hidden Pictures 2 Hidden Pictures 3 The Short Question Riddle Time Review Games Follow the Vocab Letter B Letter C Letter D Letter E Hidden Pictures 1 The Grand Circle 8 Pictures 1 Clue Behind the Garage Doors Outside the Submarine Two Review Games Say What You See Quiz Game Letter F Letter G Letter H Letter I Hidden Pictures 1 MemWord Three Review Games Three Quiz Show Style Games Find the Ball Bowling Four Mini Games Outside the Train Window Letter J Letter K Letter L Letter M Letter N Letter O Hidden Pictures 1 MemWord Yes or No Game Six Pictures Game Hidden Pictures 2 6 Stars One Question MCQS Game The Grid Letter P Letter Q Letter R Letter S Letter T Letter U Letter V Letter W Letter X Letter Y Letter Z Overview These interactive PowerPoint games make early phonics practice fun and engaging for young learners. With a mix of exciting activities, kids stay motivated while strengthening key phonetic patterns. Each game offers plenty of opportunities for participation—whether playing in teams, one-on-one, or independently. The variety of game styles, from disappearing squares to timed challenges, ensures that every student can learn in a way that works best for them. Bright visuals, sound effects, and gradually increasing difficulty keep students engaged and support different skill levels. Teachers have full control over the pacing and difficulty, making it easy to adjust the experience based on their students' needs. Whether guessing hidden images, recalling sequences, or solving riddles, each activity reinforces phonics in a fun, interactive way. These games turn traditional phonics drills into an exciting, hands-on learning adventure, building confidence and essential literacy skills in young learners. For More Like This For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
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Tags Esl, Powerpoint, Ppt, Powerpoint Games, Esl Games, Vocabulary Games, Phonics Games, Letter U Games, Letter U Activities, Cvc Games
Long A: Letters Phonics Games and Activities - Hidden Pictures 3 (PPT)
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Resources for Teachers, Vocabulary, Phonics, Pre-Reading, Spelling, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Teacher Tools, Games, Activities
Long A: Hidden Pictures 3 Note: This download is in PowerPoint show mode to protect the rights of the image creator(s), and is thus UNEDITABLE. Playing the Game 5 mini games: 1. Choose a Number: 12 pieces, clicking one will make it disappear and part of the picture can be seen. Keep clicking pieces until students guess the right word. Press check for all pieces to disappear and word to appear. Press arrow for next page. 2. Press Go: Automatic games these two. Press go and the pieces will slowly disappear. Press go again when students have guessed the right word. Word will appear under. Arrow will move onto next page. 3. What do you see? Click one of the pieces and it will slowly fade away. Press it again for it to disappear completely and word to appear underneath. 4. Up Close: Guess what the up close picture is on the left. Press the jigsaw pieces for the normal sized picture to appear with the word. 5. Speed Words: Several ways you could play this. Either give the students time to look at all the words or just start immediately. Pressing go will make one of the words fly away. Which word was it? About the Game This powerpoint game gives a variety of ways in which to practice core long A phonics words. With plenty of color and pictures, there is going to be something for every level of student. Most games are fast paced, students will be learning while having a great time. 13 Slides. Practice Long A Words: cake, case, cave, tray, snail, chain, sail, tape, play, rain, vase, lake, hazy, wave, cape, bake, tail, baby, day Picture style: Photos Contains basic sound effects for added entertainment Helps to Build Letter recognition – Identifying letters in different fonts or contexts. Letter-sound association – Connecting letters to its sounds. Vocabulary building – Introducing words that start with each letter. Phonemic awareness – Listening for letter sounds in words, rhyming, or segmenting sounds. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE Letter PPT Game Links: Letter A Hidden Pictures 1 MemWord Hidden Pictures 2 Hidden Pictures 3 The Short Question Riddle Time Review Games Follow the Vocab Letter B Letter C Letter D Letter E Hidden Pictures 1 The Grand Circle 8 Pictures 1 Clue Behind the Garage Doors Outside the Submarine Two Review Games Say What You See Quiz Game Letter F Letter G Letter H Letter I Hidden Pictures 1 MemWord Three Review Games Three Quiz Show Style Games Find the Ball Bowling Four Mini Games Outside the Train Window Letter J Letter K Letter L Letter M Letter N Letter O Hidden Pictures 1 MemWord Yes or No Game Six Pictures Game Hidden Pictures 2 6 Stars One Question MCQS Game The Grid Letter P Letter Q Letter R Letter S Letter T Letter U Letter V Letter W Letter X Letter Y Letter Z Overview These interactive PowerPoint games make early phonics practice fun and engaging for young learners. With a mix of exciting activities, kids stay motivated while strengthening key phonetic patterns. Each game offers plenty of opportunities for participation—whether playing in teams, one-on-one, or independently. The variety of game styles, from disappearing squares to timed challenges, ensures that every student can learn in a way that works best for them. Bright visuals, sound effects, and gradually increasing difficulty keep students engaged and support different skill levels. Teachers have full control over the pacing and difficulty, making it easy to adjust the experience based on their students' needs. Whether guessing hidden images, recalling sequences, or solving riddles, each activity reinforces phonics in a fun, interactive way. These games turn traditional phonics drills into an exciting, hands-on learning adventure, building confidence and essential literacy skills in young learners. For More Like This For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
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Tags Esl, Powerpoint, Ppt, Powerpoint Games, Esl Games, Ela Games, Vocabulary Games, Letter A Games, Letter A Activities, Phonics Games
Reading Comprehension Nonfiction Set 5 Sample: Stingray (Slides)
ELA, Reading, Language Development, Spelling, Common Core, ESL, Reading Comprehension, Creative Writing, Writing, Resources for Teachers, Grade 4, 5, Teacher Tools, Presentations, Tests, Quizzes and Tests, Assessments, Activities
Reading Comprehension Passages Nonfiction Set 5 Sample Overview No prep reading comprehension lessons, with enjoyable articles and topics. Each lesson has a blend of post-reading activities. Mixed questions to check overall understanding. Vocabulary activities, plus a writing section. Lessons also contain a bonus extension exercise at the end. Some you may like, some you may not, either way they are there if you wish to use them. Full answer keys are provided. Passage Included 1.Stingray: Close relatives to sharks, read more about this fascinating animal in this article. Slides Version This is the Slides editable and fillable version. This download is available in GOOGLE Docs, GOOGLE Forms, GOOGLE Slides. PDF, PPT, WORD. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE Grade 4/5 Links Fiction Set 1 - Animals Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Fiction Set 2 - Family Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Fiction Set 3 - Friends 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 - Sports Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Nonfiction Set 1 - Birds Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Nonfiction Set 2 - Insects Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Nonfiction Set 3 - Mammals Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Nonfiction Set 4 - Nature Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Nonfiction Set 5 - Sea Animals Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Reading Passages Overview Each passage is especially written for Grade 4-5 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 five comprehension, vocabulary and math questions. In addition, key reading strategies are frequently covered including cause & effect, summarizing, compare & contrast and making conclusions. Two or three of the questions will be MCQs and other questions 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 4-5 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 . Activities include: spelling games, sentence match-ups, mixed-up text and decoding words from the lesson. 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. Just for Fun Each lesson will have a bonus extension exercise. This is something fun to extend the lesson with. You can find these at the end of each lesson, titled Just for Fun. Just for Funs are optional. Some you may like, some you may not. Either way, they are there to do with as you wish. For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
Author Cored Education
Tags Elementary, Reading, Comprehension, Vocabulary, Answers, Ccss, Common Core, Spelling, Writing, Passages
Reading Comprehension Passages Nonfiction Set 1 (Presentable PDF)
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Common Core, Language Development, Spelling, Vocabulary, Creative Writing, Writing, Resources for Teachers, Grade 6, 7, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Writing Prompts, Assessments, Teacher Tools, Tests, Quizzes and Tests, Centers, Activities
Reading Comprehension Passages Nonfiction Set 1 Snapshot Title: Nonfiction Grade 6-7 Set 1 Genre: Nonfiction Subject: Reading / Science / Social Studies / Health Primary Topic: Informational articles on animals, places, health, and environment Estimated Guided Reading Level (A–Z): Y What This Teaches Best Builds informational reading skills across science-rich animal articles such as Elephant Seals , Visayan Pigs , Seahorses , Pandas , Wolves , and Blue Jays . Supports understanding of habitats, adaptations, survival, and conservation. Expands knowledge beyond life science with articles on Iceland , Yogurt , Karate , and Clean Air . Gives strong practice with domain-specific vocabulary and text-based questioning. Works well for comparing informational texts across topics, structures, and author purposes. Learning Goals Students will identify main ideas and supporting details in informational articles. Students will explain how animal features or behaviors help them survive. Students will describe how human actions affect habitats, air quality, or endangered species. Students will determine the meaning of domain-specific vocabulary in context. Students will compare how different nonfiction texts present facts about science, geography, and health. Students will ask and answer questions using evidence from the article. Passages Include 1.American Bison: Find out more about North America's heaviest land animal. 2.Brown Bears: Featuring brown bears and Kodiak bears. 3.Elephant Seals: Fact: Elephant Seals spend 2 months a year on the beach! 4.Visayan Pigs: Punk rock pigs? Discover more about this endangered species. 5.Seahorses:Terrible swimmers but beautiful creatures all the same. 6.Pandas: Read about China's national symbol then write about America's. 7.Wolves: What does a wolf's howl mean? This article features that, and more! 8.Blue Jays: Can imitate other bird calls and feast on other birds' eggs! 9.Iceland: An amazing country, find out everything there is to know in this one. 10.Yogurt: Healthiest treat? Learn how yogurt is made & how it's good for us. 11.Karate: Who? How? When? Where? Did Karate all begin? 12.Clean Air: A longer article but the most important of subjects. PRESENTABLE PDF VERSION Run it like a slide show straight from a PDF, with no PowerPoint or extra software needed, just open, project, and teach. Other versions are available in the links list below or in the full catalog. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
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Reading Comprehension Nonfiction Set 4 Sample: Best Season (PPT)
ELA, Reading, Writing, Common Core, ESL, Language Development, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Creative Writing, Resources for Teachers, Grade 4, 5, Presentations, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Tests, Quizzes and Tests, Activities
Reading Comprehension Passages Nonfiction Set 4 Sample Overview No prep reading comprehension lessons, with enjoyable articles and topics. Each lesson has a blend of post-reading activities. Mixed questions to check overall understanding. Vocabulary activities, plus a writing section. Lessons also contain a bonus extension exercise at the end. Some you may like, some you may not, either way they are there if you wish to use them. Full answer keys are provided. Passage Included 1.Best Season: Is winter the best season? What activities do we do? Read more in this article. PPT Version This is the PPT editable and fillable (when not in presentation mode) version. This download is available in GOOGLE Docs, GOOGLE Forms, GOOGLE Slides. PDF, PPT, WORD. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE Grade 4/5 Links Fiction Set 1 - Animals Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Fiction Set 2 - Family Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Fiction Set 3 - Friends 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 - Sports Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Nonfiction Set 1 - Birds Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Nonfiction Set 2 - Insects Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Nonfiction Set 3 - Mammals Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Nonfiction Set 4 - Nature Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Nonfiction Set 5 - Sea Animals Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Reading Passages Overview Each passage is especially written for Grade 4-5 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 five comprehension, vocabulary and math questions. In addition, key reading strategies are frequently covered including cause & effect, summarizing, compare & contrast and making conclusions. Two or three of the questions will be MCQs and other questions 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 4-5 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 . Activities include: spelling games, sentence match-ups, mixed-up text and decoding words from the lesson. 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. Just for Fun Each lesson will have a bonus extension exercise. This is something fun to extend the lesson with. You can find these at the end of each lesson, titled Just for Fun. Just for Funs are optional. Some you may like, some you may not. Either way, they are there to do with as you wish. For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
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Tags Elementary, Reading, Comprehension, Vocabulary, Answers, Ccss, Common Core, Spelling, Writing, Passages
ABC Game – Match the Letters with a Soccer Twist | Elementary & ESL
Montessori, Holiday & Seasonal, ESL, Language Development, ELA, Spelling, Pre-Reading, Special Resources, Special Education Needs (SEN), Speech Therapy, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, Activities, Games, Worksheets & Printables, Task Cards, Quizzes and Tests, Teacher Tools, Quizzes, Projects, Flashcards, Word Problems
ABC Game – Match the Letters with a Soccer Twist | Elementary & ESL Similar to Dobble / Spot it! A playful alphabet recognition game for preschool and early elementary (Pre-K to 3st grade) ⚽🔤 This classroom game helps children explore and recognize the letters of the alphabet through play. Based on the well-known “Find the Twin” format (similar to Dobble or Spot It!), this resource invites learners to engage visually and socially while building basic literacy skills. Each card shows six symbols or letters. The goal: find the matching symbol between two cards – as fast as you can! The game can be played in pairs or small groups and is great for active classroom moments, literacy stations, or early finisher time. What I’ve enjoyed about this kind of activity in my own teaching is that it doesn’t require much prep, but it sparks a lot of focus and excitement. It’s also easy to adapt – whether you want to emphasize letter names, sounds, or visual scanning. What’s included: 62 cards total – 2 versions with 31 cards each – Round cards – Cut-out-friendly square cards Each card includes 6 images Clear visuals and simple layout for young learners Instructions included Ideas for classroom use: You can print the cards on regular paper or cardstock. Laminate them for durability if you plan to use them often. I’ve used these games during phonics lessons, as part of morning rotations, or as a “quiet movement” activity when students needed a break from sitting. The structure helps students work on focus, comparison, and visual discrimination – all useful skills for early reading development. At the same time, they practice taking turns and cooperating, which supports classroom community. Simple, flexible, and always well received – this game adds a playful twist to everyday alphabet learning. A low-prep, high-impact way to make learning the alphabet more interactive – and fun. Warm regards, Lernfitness Did You Know? I teach with a certified therapy dog, and together we focus on creating a positive and inspiring learning environment.
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Reading Comprehension Nonfiction Set 1 - Birds (Fillable PDF)
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Common Core, ESL, Language Development, Vocabulary, Spelling, Creative Writing, Writing, Grade 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Assessments, Teacher Tools, Tests, Quizzes and Tests, Writing Prompts, Centers, Activities
Reading Comprehension Passages Nonfiction Set 1 Snapshot Title: READING COMPREHENSION: Nonfiction Grade 4–5 Birds Genre: Nonfiction (informational articles with comprehension practice pages) Subject: Reading (Informational Text) / Life Science Primary Topic: Bird facts, adaptations, and human impact Estimated Guided Reading Level (A–Z): R What This Teaches Best Building knowledge about birds through informational text (flightless birds, ostriches, chickadees, owls, and turkeys). Animal adaptations and survival (e.g., why some birds don’t fly, how ostriches defend themselves, owl hunting features). Cause-and-effect in real-world events (how the Deepwater Horizon oil spill affected birds and why stopping the leak was difficult). Key nonfiction comprehension skills practiced repeatedly through “Mixed Questions” (details, vocabulary-in-context, and explaining ideas from the text). Academic vocabulary in context (terms like nocturnal, sediment, contaminated, predators, and endangered appear in the articles and are reinforced in activities). Learning Goals Explain why some birds are flightless using details from the text. Describe how an ostrich survives predators using information from the article. Identify key facts about chickadees (habitat, behavior, diet, or nesting) and support them with text evidence. Describe owl features that help with hunting and explain how those features work. Compare domesticated and wild turkeys using evidence from the passage. Explain at least two ways an oil spill harms birds, based on the “Oil Spill” text. Passages Include 1.No Fly Zone: An article on birds that cannot fly. 2.Ostrich: Ostrich eggs are big enough to be used as make shift cups! 3.Chickadees: A small, but interesting bird, common to Canada and Northern U.S.A 4.The Owl: What do you know about this mysterious creature? 5.Turkeys: A popular food at Thanksgiving and Christmas. How do Turkeys live? 6.Oil Spill: How did the Deepwater Horizon oil spill effect local birds? FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE 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. For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
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Short I: Sample Phonics Games and Activities - Find the Ball
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Resources for Teachers, Vocabulary, Phonics, Pre-Reading, Spelling, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Teacher Tools, Games, Activities
Short I: Find the Ball Sample Game Note: This download is in PowerPoint show mode to protect the rights of the image creator(s), and is thus UNEDITABLE. Playing the Game The game is easy to use. After the front screen the first game screen will appear. Press the tent in the bottom-left to show the students where the ball is. Once you are ready, press the tent again and the cups will start to move. Students say the word for where they think the ball is at now. Press the arrow button to move onto the next game. 3 stages - 3 cups, 4 cups, 5 cups About the Full Game (available in the ppt game links section below) In this entertaining and interactive game, you will have the opportunity to practice reading regularly used core short I words while having fun at the same time. With 16 words in total, most of them used at least four times throughout, it is a good opportunity for all students to participate. 16 slides Words: bid, hid, kid, big, dig, pig, fin, pin, win, dip, hip, lip, bit, sit, mix, six. Features some sound effects for entertainment purposes. Helps to Build Letter recognition – Identifying letters in different fonts or contexts. Letter-sound association – Connecting letters to its sounds. Vocabulary building – Introducing words that start with each letter. Phonemic awareness – Listening for letter sounds in words, rhyming, or segmenting sounds. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE Letter PPT Game Links: Letter A Hidden Pictures 1 MemWord Hidden Pictures 2 Hidden Pictures 3 The Short Question Riddle Time Review Games Follow the Vocab Letter B Letter C Letter D Letter E Hidden Pictures 1 The Grand Circle 8 Pictures 1 Clue Behind the Garage Doors Outside the Submarine Two Review Games Say What You See Quiz Game Letter F Letter G Letter H Letter I Hidden Pictures 1 MemWord Three Review Games Three Quiz Show Style Games Find the Ball Bowling Four Mini Games Outside the Train Window Letter J Letter K Letter L Letter M Letter N Letter O Hidden Pictures 1 MemWord Yes or No Game Six Pictures Game Hidden Pictures 2 6 Stars One Question MCQS Game The Grid Letter P Letter Q Letter R Letter S Letter T Letter U Letter V Letter W Letter X Letter Y Letter Z Overview These interactive PowerPoint games make early phonics practice fun and engaging for young learners. With a mix of exciting activities, kids stay motivated while strengthening key phonetic patterns. Each game offers plenty of opportunities for participation—whether playing in teams, one-on-one, or independently. The variety of game styles, from disappearing squares to timed challenges, ensures that every student can learn in a way that works best for them. Bright visuals, sound effects, and gradually increasing difficulty keep students engaged and support different skill levels. Teachers have full control over the pacing and difficulty, making it easy to adjust the experience based on their students' needs. Whether guessing hidden images, recalling sequences, or solving riddles, each activity reinforces phonics in a fun, interactive way. These games turn traditional phonics drills into an exciting, hands-on learning adventure, building confidence and essential literacy skills in young learners. For More Like This For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
Author Cored Education
Tags Esl, Powerpoint, Ppt, Powerpoint Games, Esl Games, Ela Games, Vocabulary Games, Phonics Games, Letter I Games, Letter I Activities
Reading Comprehension Passages Fiction Set 4 - School (Google Slides)
ELA, Reading, Language Development, Spelling, Common Core, Vocabulary, Children’s Literature, Literature, Writing, Grade 2, 3, Teacher Tools, Presentations, Tests, Quizzes and Tests, Assessments, Activities
Reading Comprehension Passages Fiction Set 4 Overview Fascinating reading comprehension passages, each with an array of activities included. Stories are written for the modern classroom and topics are designed to promote enthusiasm from each student. Each lesson contains a mixed questions section to check understanding, a vocabulary or spelling activity to help remember key language introduced, and a writing exercise. Full answer keys are provided. For a more detailed overview, check the section under the links at the bottom of this description. Passages Include 1.Don't Tell Anyone: Cherie likes to keep secrets, but her friends don't. 2.Roger's Luck: Roger never wins at anything. Will that change today? 3.Starting Third Grade: Mike feels uneasy at starting a new school year. 4.Bridget's New School: Bridget tries (and fails) to fit in at her new school. 5.Changing the Rules: Jenna changes the rules on her first day. 6.My Love of Art: Read about the author's love of art class in this lesson. Google Slides Version This is the Google Slides editable and fillable version. This download is available in GOOGLE Docs, GOOGLE Forms, GOOGLE Slides. PDF, PPT, WORD. 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. For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
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Tags Elementary, Reading, Comprehension, Vocabulary, Answers, Ccss, Common Core, Spelling, Writing, Passages
Reading Comprehension Nonfiction Set 1 Sample - Ostrich (PPT)
ELA, Reading, Writing, Common Core, ESL, Language Development, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Creative Writing, Resources for Teachers, Grade 4, 5, Teacher Tools, Presentations, Tests, Quizzes and Tests, Assessments, Activities
Reading Comprehension Passages Nonfiction Set 1 Sample Overview No prep reading comprehension lessons, with enjoyable articles and topics. Each lesson has a blend of post-reading activities. Mixed questions to check overall understanding. Vocabulary activities, plus a writing section. Lessons also contain a bonus extension exercise at the end. Some you may like, some you may not, either way they are there if you wish to use them. Full answer keys are provided. Passage Included 2.Ostrich: Ostrich eggs are big enough to be used as make shift cups! PPT Version This is the PPT editable and fillable (when not in presentation mode) version. This download is available in GOOGLE Docs, GOOGLE Forms, GOOGLE Slides. PDF, PPT, WORD. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE Grade 4/5 Links Fiction Set 1 - Animals Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Fiction Set 2 - Family Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Fiction Set 3 - Friends 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 - Sports Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Nonfiction Set 1 - Birds Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Nonfiction Set 2 - Insects Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Nonfiction Set 3 - Mammals Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Nonfiction Set 4 - Nature Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Nonfiction Set 5 - Sea Animals Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Reading Passages Overview Each passage is especially written for Grade 4-5 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 five comprehension, vocabulary and math questions. In addition, key reading strategies are frequently covered including cause & effect, summarizing, compare & contrast and making conclusions. Two or three of the questions will be MCQs and other questions 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 4-5 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 . Activities include: spelling games, sentence match-ups, mixed-up text and decoding words from the lesson. 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. Just for Fun Each lesson will have a bonus extension exercise. This is something fun to extend the lesson with. You can find these at the end of each lesson, titled Just for Fun. Just for Funs are optional. Some you may like, some you may not. Either way, they are there to do with as you wish. For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
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Tags Elementary, Reading, Comprehension, Vocabulary, Answers, Ccss, Common Core, Spelling, Writing, Passages
Reading Comprehension Passages Fiction Set 6 - Family (Fillable PDF)
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Common Core, Children’s Literature, Literature, Vocabulary, Language Development, Spelling, Writing, Grade 2, 3, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Assessments, Teacher Tools, Tests, Quizzes and Tests, Writing Prompts, Centers, Activities
Reading Comprehension Passages Fiction Set 6 Snapshot Genre: Fiction (short story + comprehension practice) Subject: Reading (Literature) Primary Topic: Family support and problem-solving at home Estimated Guided Reading Level (A–Z): M What This Teaches Best How a character responds when plans change (Molly can’t attend a party because she has a fever). How family members show support through actions (her parents and brother set up games in her room). Sequencing key events across a short narrative with dialogue and action. Understanding setting details and objects that matter to the plot (thermometer, balloons, soda cans, sock ball). Learning Goals Students will identify the problem and explain why it happens in the story. Students will describe how Molly’s family helps her and cite details from the text. Students will retell the story in order, including beginning, middle, and end events. Students will answer questions about key details (who, what, where, why) using the text. Students will use context clues to explain the meaning of unfamiliar words from the story. Passages Include 1.Molly's Home Carnival: It looks like Molly will miss the carnival. Until... 2.Big Bro's Big Idea: Noah's big brother does his best to cheer him up. 3.Denny's Car Wash: Denny wants a new game, but does he get the money for it? 4.Tessa's Grandma: Emma misses her grandma, but Tessa has a great idea. 5.Tom's Canadian Mom: The most important person from Canada is...Tom's mom! 6.Big Brother Woes: Big Brother gets to do whatever he wants. It's just not fair! 7.Tell Us a Story, Grandpa: Grandpa's tales are true family treasures. 8.My Weekend: Read about the author's fun weekend in this interesting story. 9.All in the Picture: Learn how the author has changed in the last 22 years. 10.California 'Coaster: Find out how this author spends his summer vacation. Additional File: Big Bro's Big Idea: Cork Boat Instructions 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. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
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Reading Comprehension Passages Fiction Set 1 (Presentable PDF)
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Common Core, Resources for Teachers, ESL, Language Development, Spelling, Vocabulary, Grade 6, 7, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Assessments, Teacher Tools, Tests, Quizzes and Tests, Writing Prompts, Centers, Activities
Reading Comprehension Passages Fiction Set 1 Snapshot Title: Fiction Grade 6-7 Set 1 Genre: Fiction Subject: Reading / SEL Primary Topic: Short fiction about sports, fear, family, and change Estimated Guided Reading Level (A–Z): X What This Teaches Best Builds character analysis through stories about competition, confidence, and personal growth, including Champion , Basketball , and In the Pool . Supports social-emotional learning through sibling conflict, sportsmanship, and adjusting to change in Sister Sister and New Surroundings . Strengthens inference and theme work through emotional decision-making, such as facing fear in The Coaster! and handling disappointment in Champion . Gives students practice with realistic fiction centered on everyday school, family, and activity-based situations. Reinforces vocabulary-in-context through built-in mixed questions, vocabulary, spelling, and writing extensions tied to each story. Learning Goals Students will explain how characters respond to challenges in realistic fiction. Students will describe how dialogue and actions reveal feelings and relationships. Students will identify themes such as sportsmanship, courage, and family support using story details. Students will determine the meaning of unfamiliar words from context. Students will retell important events and explain how they lead to the ending. Students will compare how different characters handle pressure, fear, or change. Passages Include 1.Champion: Martyn and a field day competition. 2.Basketball: Evie shows her newfound basketball skills. 3.The Coaster: Angelica is afraid of the new roller coaster. 4.Sister Sister: Dora and Kathie can't stop arguing with each other. 5.New Surroundings: Lisa is upset about the move to a new city. 6.In the Pool: The story behind a 13 year love of swimming. PRESENTABLE PDF VERSION Run it like a slide show straight from a PDF, with no PowerPoint or extra software needed, just open, project, and teach. Other versions are available in the links list below or in the full catalog. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
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Reading Comprehension Passages Fiction Set 1 - Nature (Google Slides)
ELA, Reading, Language Development, Spelling, Common Core, Creative Writing, Writing, ESL, Vocabulary, Resources for Teachers, Grade 2, 3, Teacher Tools, Presentations, Assessments, Tests, Quizzes and Tests, Activities
Reading Comprehension Passages Fiction Set 1 Overview Fascinating reading comprehension passages, each with an array of activities included. Stories are written for the modern classroom and topics are designed to promote enthusiasm from each student. Each lesson contains a mixed questions section to check understanding, a vocabulary or spelling activity to help remember key language introduced, and a writing exercise. Full answer keys are provided. For a more detailed overview, check the section under the links at the bottom of this description. Passages Include 1.Bring on the Snow: Kellie wants to make it snow. How does she try? 2.Walk through the Woods: A walk in the woods turns into a huge adventure. 3.Nature Photographer: Donna get some amazing snaps in this story. 4.Nature's Beautiful Colors: Rusty enjoys finding out about the colors in nature. 5.Flower Fun: Learn about flower names and colors in this fun lesson. 6.Picking Cherries: Ross spends his day picking cherries but is it worth it? Additional File: Nature Photographer: Drawing Nature Printable Google Slides Version This is the Google Slides editable and fillable version. This download is available in GOOGLE Docs, GOOGLE Forms, GOOGLE Slides. PDF, PPT, WORD. 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. For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
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Tags Elementary, Reading, Comprehension, Vocabulary, Answers, Ccss, Common Core, Speling, Writing, Passages
Reading Comprehension Nonfiction Set 1 - Birds (PDF)
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Common Core, ESL, Language Development, Vocabulary, Spelling, Creative Writing, Writing, Grade 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Assessments, Teacher Tools, Tests, Quizzes and Tests, Writing Prompts, Centers, Activities
Reading Comprehension Passages Nonfiction Set 1 Overview No prep reading comprehension lessons, with enjoyable articles and topics. Each lesson has a blend of post-reading activities. Mixed questions to check overall understanding. Vocabulary activities, plus a writing section. Lessons also contain a bonus extension exercise at the end. Some you may like, some you may not, either way they are there if you wish to use them. Full answer keys are provided. Passages Include 1.No Fly Zone: An article on birds that cannot fly. 2.Ostrich: Ostrich eggs are big enough to be used as make shift cups! 3.Chickadees: A small, but interesting bird, common to Canada and Northern U.S.A 4.The Owl: What do you know about this mysterious creature? 5.Turkeys: A popular food at Thanksgiving and Christmas. How do Turkeys live? 6.Oil Spill: How did the Deepwater Horizon oil spill effect local birds? PDF Version This is the PDF uneditable version. This download is available in GOOGLE Docs, GOOGLE Forms, GOOGLE Slides. PDF, PPT, WORD. Browse the Complete Cored Catalog — 2,000+ Resources Included Reading Passages Each reading passage has been written specifically for students in Grades 4–5, using vocabulary and language that match their age and ability level. The collection covers a wide range of engaging topics, supported by colorful visuals that help bring the content to life. Every lesson is designed to build knowledge while keeping students interested and motivated to read. These resources are also designed with flexibility in mind. Unlike traditional textbooks that can quickly become outdated, lessons can be updated over time to reflect changes in technology, discoveries, and the world around us. Mixed Questions Every lesson includes a variety of questions that help students think more deeply about what they have read. The question section combines reading comprehension, vocabulary, and math skills, while also regularly reinforcing important reading strategies such as cause and effect, summarizing, compare and contrast, and drawing conclusions. Most lessons include a mix of multiple-choice and written-response questions, giving students opportunities to explain their thinking as well as select answers. Complete answer keys and sample responses are provided at the end of each lesson for quick and easy reference. Spelling & Vocabulary Each passage introduces students to useful words and phrases appropriate for Grades 4–5. To help build confidence and word knowledge, every lesson includes a spelling or vocabulary activity. Rather than repeating the same task throughout the collection, activities vary from lesson to lesson to keep practice fresh and engaging. Activities may include spelling challenges, sentence matching, decoding activities, mixed-up text exercises, and other vocabulary-building tasks connected directly to the reading. Writing Prompts Each lesson includes a writing activity that extends the ideas, themes, or topics explored in the passage. Students are encouraged to write in a variety of formats, with prompts providing helpful guidance and ideas to get them started. Writing tasks vary throughout the collection and may include creative writing, research activities, personal responses, poetry, opinion writing, and other engaging assignments. Full Answer Keys Complete answer keys and sample responses are included with every lesson, making planning and marking quicker and easier. Reading comprehension answers include evidence and support from the text, while math-based questions show the relevant working where appropriate. The answer keys are designed primarily for teachers but can also be shared with students when needed. Just for Fun Each lesson finishes with an optional extension activity called Just for Fun . These bonus activities provide an enjoyable way to extend learning beyond the main lesson and often encourage creativity, discussion, or independent thinking. They are completely optional, giving you the flexibility to use the activities that best suit your students and classroom needs. For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
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Multiplication Word Search: 1 Page Sample (PDF)
ELA, Language Development, Resources for Teachers, Vocabulary, Spelling, ESL, Multiplication, Multiplication and Division, Math, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Teacher Tools, Centers, Activities, Word Searches
THIS IS A ONE PAGE SAMPLE OF A SIX PAGE WORD SEARCH DOWNLOAD FULL SIX PAGE WORD SEARCH DOWNLOAD INFORMATION This wordsearch series is designed for students in grades 2–5. Each set of wordsearches is built around a clear vocabulary theme, helping students develop word recognition, improve spelling, and boost topic-related understanding through engaging visual puzzles. Every wordsearch also includes a fun hidden shape for students to guess—adding an interactive twist to traditional vocabulary practice. These wordsearches are student-friendly, classroom-ready, and perfect for integrating into literacy warmups, seasonal units, fast-finisher tasks, or home learning extensions. Each puzzle reinforces themed vocabulary in a playful, structured format that keeps learners motivated. Multiplication Word Search Word List 1. Basic Multiplication Two, Three, Four, Five, Six, Seven, Eight, Nine 2. Multiplying by 4 and 5 Ten, Twelve, Fifteen, Sixteen, Twenty, Twenty-Four, Twenty-Five, Thirty 3. Multiplying by 6 and 7 Thirty-Six, Forty-Two, Forty-Nine, Fifty-Six, Sixty-Three, Seventy, Seventy-Seven, Eighty-Four 4. Multiplying by 8 and 9 Sixty-Four, Seventy-Two, Eighty-One, Ninety, Ninety-Nine, One Hundred Eight, One Hundred Twenty, One Hundred Forty-Four 5. Larger Multiplication Numbers One Hundred Sixty, One Hundred Eighty, Two Hundred Ten, Two Hundred Forty, Two Hundred Seventy, Three Hundred, Three Hundred Thirty, Three Hundred Sixty 6. Extra Large Multiplication Four Hundred, Four Hundred Fifty, Five Hundred, Six Hundred, Seven Hundred Fifty, Eight Hundred, Nine Hundred, One Thousand PDF Version Other versions will appear here when available. Follow the store for the lastest on new products. How to Use These Wordsearches These wordsearches are ideal for: Morning work or early finisher bins Vocabulary centers or anchor activities Holiday or seasonal review lessons Independent literacy stations or take-home enrichment Each puzzle includes a themed word list and a shaped grid for students to complete. Word directions may vary (horizontal, vertical, diagonal), and answer keys are included for easy checking. Optional vocabulary challenges or writing tasks can be added to extend the learning experience. Whether you're reviewing key vocabulary, exploring a seasonal topic, or offering fun literacy practice, these wordsearches provide a flexible and engaging tool to support vocabulary growth in grades 2–5. More Multiplication Themed Products CROSSWORDS FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE Themed Word Search Links Addition PDF Animals PDF Around the Home PDF Birthday PDF Candy PDF Christmas PDF Cinco de Mayo PDF Clothes PDF Colors PDF Days and Months PDF Division PDF Earth Day PDF Easter PDF Easy Word Searches PDF Fall PDF Father's Day PDF Food PDF Geography (Set 1) PDF Geography (Set 2) PDF Geography (Set 3) PDF Graduation PDF Health PDF History (Set 1) PDF History (Set 2) PDF History (Set 3) PDF Human Body PDF Kindness PDF Life Skills PDF Mother's Day PDF Multiplication PDF Science Word Searches (Set 1) PDF Science Word Searches (Set 2) PDF Science Word Searches (Set 3) PDF Shapes PDF Social Skills PDF Spring PDF Sports PDF St. Patrick's Day PDF Subtraction PDF Summer PDF Thanksgiving PDF Transport PDF Valentine's Day PDF Winter PDF Wordsearches in Depth Structure Each wordsearch is crafted around a focused sub-theme and includes a visual puzzle shaped like a related object (e.g., balloon, gift, snowman). Students complete each puzzle using the provided themed word list, strengthening both content knowledge and spelling skills in a highly engaging format. Each completed set includes: A shaped wordsearch puzzle with 10 vocabulary words A student instruction guide with search directions (horizontal, vertical, diagonal) An answer key for teacher support or student self-checking A Did You Know? fact connected to the theme for enrichment or discussion Themes Included The wordsearches cover a wide range of fun, age-appropriate themes, including: Seasons & Holidays (e.g., Halloween, Easter, Valentine’s Day) Math Concepts (e.g., Addition, Number Words) Everyday Topics (e.g., Animals, Weather, School) Special Units (e.g., Health, Earth Day, Sports, Kindness) Each topic is selected to reflect students’ real-life experiences and interests while reinforcing literacy skills and content understanding in a playful, visual way. For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
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