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Encourage your students to express themselves with a variety of writing activities designed to enhance creativity and skill. This collection includes prompts, storytelling exercises, and collaborative writing projects. By incorporating these resources into your curriculum, you can help students develop their writing abilities and find joy in the process of creating written works.

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Connecticut State Flipbook (Capital, Bird, Flower, Flag, Animal)

Connecticut State Flipbook (Capital, Bird, Flower, Flag, Animal)
Creative Arts, Art, Social Studies, ELA, History, History: USA, Geography, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Grammar, Language Development, Spelling, Writing, Grade 2, 3, 4, Activities

Connecticut State Flipbook The Connecticut State Flipbook is an engaging teaching resource designed to facilitate interactive learning about the state of Connecticut and its significant symbols. Designed for students in Grade 2, Grade 3 and Grade 4, this easy-to-use tool offers a hands-on approach to introduce facts and figures of this picturesque U.S. state. Symbols Covered: Hartford (Capital) American Robin (State Bird) Mountain Laurel (State Flower) Vibrant State Flag Sperm Whale (State Animal) This low-prep supplement comes with instructions for four simple-to-assemble flipbooks along with two different printing options - one requiring cutting and one without. Cross-Curricular Learning: A major aspect of this resource focuses on cross-curricular learning, blending subjects like Art & Music, Social Studies, and Language Arts. It encourages reading comprehension, grammar cultivation, spelling prowess development while opening up opportunities for creative writing. This research project acts as both an introduction to the state’s identified elements as well as an evaluation tool assessing prior knowledge retained within your young learners' minds. Versatile Application: The flipbook can be used effectively during both whole group studies or smaller groups collaborating together on individual parts. Additionally, it works well for independent study undertakings or as homework assignments introduced over a course of a week. In Summary, The Connecticut State Flipbook strikes a balance between being educational and fun. It simplifies the task of teaching about Connecticut while fostering high retention in students making it an excellent addition to any teaching arsenal.

Author Heather Huhman

Tags Connecticut State, Interactive Learning, Symbols, Hands-on Teaching, Cross-curricular

Letter B Phonics and Writing Centers with Real Photographs

Letter B Phonics and Writing Centers with Real Photographs
ELA, Language Development, Phonics, Writing, Handwriting, Kindergarten, Preschool, Centers, Activities

This letter B beginning sounds and handwriting activity includes real photographs to practice learning to recognize, write and identify the sound of the letter B. Each picture has bold colors and includes easily recognized pictures. Each activity can be used in a literacy center for students to practice letter recognition. What is Included: There is an instructional page with printing instructions. There are letter B posters with various letter B words. There are handwriting task cards that allow students to practice writing the letter B as well as words that begin with the letter B. There are beginning sound clip cards that allow students to practice clipping the images that begin with the letter B There is a sorting activity where you sort pictures that begins with B from words that do not begin with B. The letter B sorting cards that can also be used to play memory, matching, or concentration games. These cards can also be used during a lesson in a pocket chart as well as for a center display. When to Use: All of the activities make great literacy centers, by placing each set of activities in the center and letting students complete activities alone or with a partner. These activities make great morning tub activities. Just place these activities in morning bins for students to complete as their classmates arrive to class. Skills Assessed: These activities assess letter recognition skills, beginning sounds, handwriting, and sorting skills. Each activity in this set is low prep. Each activity just needs to be printed out, cut apart, and laminated if desired. When you laminate the writing cards, you can create a writing center activity that is reusable is you add dry erase markers. The handwriting cards and beginning sound clip cards can be turned into task box activities.

Author The Connett Connection

Tags Phonics, Writing Centers, Real Photographs, Early Literacy, Letter B

Reading Comprehension and Questions Fiction Set 4 - School (PPT)

Reading Comprehension and Questions Fiction Set 4 - School (PPT)
ELA, Reading, Writing, Common Core, ESL, Language Development, Spelling, Vocabulary, Reading Comprehension, Creative Writing, Grade 4, 5, Teacher Tools, Presentations, Tests, Quizzes and Tests, Assessments, Activities

Reading Comprehension Passages Fiction Set 4 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.The Principal: Kaitlin and Diann have to see the principal. Who's fault was it? 2.Fear: Tyson tries to look fearless. However, he has a lot on his mind lately. 3.Warm Welcome: Read about Juliet's first day at Westside Elementary. 4.Funny Photos: Darlene and her class have a good idea for their funny photos. 5.Gold Star: Amber's class has a new competition. The winner gets a goldstar. 6.Sub Teacher: Ed isn't excited to meet the sub teacher - Mr. Strict! 7.President Lina: Lina is too shy to run for school president. But after some persuasion... 8.Devon's Science Project: Devon helps save the world in this fun passage. 9.On the Stage: Tera and her class build a stage for their school out of adobe. 10.Eve's Amazing Day: Eve had a great day at school. Read all about it in this lesson. 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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Tags Elementary, Reading, Comprehension, Vocabulary, Answers, Common Core, Spelling, Writing, Passages, Reading Comprehension Presentations

Wisconsin State Flipbook (Capital, Bird, Flower, Flag, Animal)

Wisconsin State Flipbook (Capital, Bird, Flower, Flag, Animal)
ELA, Creative Arts, Art, Social Studies, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Grammar, Language Development, Spelling, Writing, History, History: USA, Geography, Research, Grade 2, 3, 4, Activities, Projects

Wisconsin State Flipbook (Capital, Bird, Flower, Flag, Animal) Looking for an interactive and hands-on method to teach and review the state of Wisconsin and its symbols? Your search ends here with this captivating flipbook research project! Ideal for both elementary teachers and homeschoolers, this resource offers a low-preparation option that explores five significant symbols of Wisconsin: its capital, bird, flower, flag, and animal. Through an engaging and cross-curricular activity , students will dive into the rich heritage of the state. With two printing options available, one involving cutting and one without, as well as two design choices, one with pictures and one without, you'll have four flipbooks to explore. This variety allows for customization and ensures an enriching experience. This flipbook research project is a fantastic addition to your Wisconsin-focused unit study or review, Midwest region exploration, or U.S. states curriculum. It seamlessly integrates into writing lessons or centers, as well as social studies or history classes. Furthermore, it can simply be enjoyed for the fun of learning! Empower your students to become experts in all things Wisconsin with this versatile resource. Whether you're introducing the state or assessing prior knowledge, this flipbook project caters to a variety of learning needs. Watch as your students immerse themselves in the wonders of Wisconsin, develop their research skills, and present their findings with enthusiasm. ELEMENTS INCLUDE: 37 PDF pages Instructions for 4 easy-to-assemble flipbooks 2 printing options (cutting and no cutting) 2 design options (pictures and without pictures) 7 topics (Wisconsin's state capital and other facts, state bird, state flower, state flag, state animal, state map, and KWL) Help your students become experts in all things Wisconsin! Whether you're looking for an introduction to the state or an assessment of prior knowledge, this resource has something for everyone. CROSS-CURRICULAR SUBJECTS COVERED: Art (drawing and coloring) English language arts Geography Grammar History Reading Research Science Social studies Spelling Writing Are you interested in helping your students become experts in other U.S. states? From Alabama to Wyoming, you can explore each state and its major symbols—its capital, bird, flower, flag, and animal—through cross-curricular activities. Each day's lesson plan appeals to different types of learners: curated videos (visual and auditory), reading passages (reading), research report pages (writing), interactive notebook and other activities (kinesthetic), and more. Click on the link to my profile to learn more about my 5-day units, including Wisconsin!

Author Heather Huhman

Tags Wisconsin, Madison, Wisconsin State Bird, Wisconsin State Flower, Wisconsin State Flag, Wisconsin State Animal, Geography, Flipbook, Us States, United States

Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: Oscar Wilde

Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: Oscar Wilde
ELA, Literature, Writing, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Projects, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets

Oscar Wilde was perhaps the funniest and most inventive writer of the late Victorian Era. This resource provides your students with the opportunity to independently research and write about the life of the renowned writer of "The Importance of Being Earnest" and A Picture of Dorian Grey with this engaging research planner and essay assignment. This carefully scaffolded and easy-to-assign-AND-assess resource has been designed to guide student learning from Oscar Wilde fact-collection to the careful development of a five-paragraph research essay. Teaching this resource could not be easier! Start by handing out the background research and note-taking worksheet (you could also ONLY hand this out if you want a shorter lesson!). Once students have found their facts and sources, provide them with the essay outline activity, which guides them step-by-step through the requirements of a short research essay. From there, drafting their essay, using the provided peer review checklist, and submitting their final draft will be no problem at all. And then you can assess their work with the provided Common Core rubric! Use this entire resource as a complete research lesson or just part of it as a short research activity or sub plan! This TeachSimple download includes: An Oscar Wilde essay writing assignment with directions, requirements, research essay writing tips, a peer review checklist, and Common Core-tied grading rubric An editable rubric, provided as a link, that lets you make adjustments to the grade values and guidelines. This link is provided as as Google Sheet specifically built for integration into Google Classroom, although you can also modify it for use in other Learning Management Systems (LMSs) An Oscar Wilde biography and note-taking worksheet that will guide your students through information gathering. This straightforward two-page handout includes instructions for background research, a fun drawing section, and an area to cite quality sources and organize conducted research A research essay outlining worksheet, so students build on their Oscar Wilde notes in a clear and simple manner as they build their work towards a draft and final paper All 6-pages of this lesson are provided in full-color and B&W versions Although this resource can be fitted for any secondary Language Arts classroom, it has been carefully designed to work best in grades 8 through 11. The included rubric is subtly but specifically tied to Common Core ELA Standards for Language (3) and Writing (2 and 7). This resource is provided as a print-ready, bookmarked, and adjustable PDF file. The rubric is also included as an editable Google Sheet. This resource contains 6 pages and 1 Google Sheet.

Author The Language of Educational Art, LLC

Tags Essay, Rubric, Research, Notetaking, Outlining

Gold Reading Comprehension Passage - Cored Ed Encyclopedia

Gold Reading Comprehension Passage - Cored Ed Encyclopedia
ELA, Language Development, Resources for Teachers, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Pre-Reading, Writing, Science, Physics, Chemistry, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Teacher Tools, Centers, Activities, Writing Prompts, Assessments, Tests, Quizzes and Tests, Quizzes

This gold reading comprehension contains the following: Pre-Reading Trivia Students will write down one thing they already know about the subject and then read five more facts and discuss. These facts are fun, and the students will enjoy learning about the subject before reading more. Reading Passage The text is a high-interest reading passage with set paragraphs, roughly three to four paragraphs long. It contains a variety of themes about the topic, anywhere from history to technology. The passage is between 250 and 350 words in length. Mixed Questions The first question page contains four multiple-choice questions, each with a choice of four answers, and three written response questions that require a sentence or two from the student. Creative Writing In this question, the student will be required to write a five to eight sentence paragraph on a question related to the topic. Extension Activities This page is optional for fast finishers. If there are five to ten minutes left at the end of the lesson, the student can choose one of three activities, each one requiring a different skill. Answer Key There are answers for the multiple-choice questions and three written response questions have sample answers. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS AND ENCYCLOPEDIA INDEX HERE Cored Ed Encyclopedia Overview The Cored Ed Encyclopedia is a weekly series of lessons that you can pick up and use right away. These short readings fit into whatever time you have available. Each one includes a warm-up, a reading, and a set of questions, but it’s flexible — you can do just the reading, the full lesson, or skip the writing section if you need to. Each lesson focuses on a single topic so students don’t get lost. The writing is clear but never childish, making it perfect for grades two through five. Topics range from animals and science to history, inventions, and everyday things. No matter the level of the student, everyone should take away at least one new idea or fact from each lesson. The materials are easy to print, easy to explain, and require no setup. They work well for whole-class teaching, partner work, or independent study.

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Tags Vocabulary, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading Passages, Cored Encyclopedia, Facts, Reading, Creative Writing, Gold, Physics

Superhero Problem Solving, Debate & Writing Activity

Superhero Problem Solving, Debate & Writing Activity
Special Resources, Life Studies, ELA, Life Skills, Language Development, ESL, Writing, Creative Writing, Vocabulary, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities

Online Superhero Game Build-a-Hero Extension Activity The Online Superhero Game Build-a-Hero Extension Activity is a teaching resource suitable for grades 1 to 5, with a particular focus on subjects such as Language Arts, Life Studies, and Specialty Resources in the curriculum . It's an exercise designed to stimulate creativity and critical thinking among learners. Creative Warm-ups & Debates The activity begins with creative warm-ups where students envision different tactical uses for objects. This stage opens opportunities for class debates - encouraging students' argumentation skills. Mega Matrix Exercise The subsequent step involves a matrix exercise where elements are combined based on students' choices - inclusive for all learners including ESL, GATE, and neurodiverse ones. The matrix can then form the basis of presentations or written pieces. Pedagogical Adaptability Writing prompts: As inspiration to create diverse pieces of writing. Creative problem-solving debates: To enhance creativity in STEM or GATE classes. Inclusive environment: Fosters inclusivity by allowing differentiation according to student capabilities in response length and complexity. Distinguishing Features: Solutions are open-ended promoting problem-solving abilities among learners. Built-in differentiation options within its Microsoft PowerPoint implementation. Variants available such as 'An Astronaut's Toolbox', 'A Chef's Toolbox', etc., including Spanish versions to cater better diversity. A helpful description script is also included. All in all, the Online Superhero Game Build-a-Hero Extension Activity not only garners creativity, critical thinking but shares a sense of collaboration among learners by offering an adaptable format acclimatizing to the diverse classroom needs. With room for learners to express their creativity, complex problem solving, and unique perspective, the debate aspect of this activity brings in a low-pressure, yet enjoyable challenge for learners. Rounding out this activity with a challenge to create a superhero allows learners to express themselves in writing. If needed, further modification could be made to allow learners to express their ideas through acting!

Author Melissa Is Teaching

Tags Creativity, Critical Thinking, Collaboration, Problem-solving, Differentiation

Colorful Semantics Sentence Making Support

Colorful Semantics Sentence Making Support
Special Resources, ELA, Special Education Needs (SEN), Speech Therapy, Language Development, Phonics, Writing, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Activities

Colorful Semantics is a Speech and Language therapy technique which uses color coded cards to help children to learn the important elements of a sentence,and how to join them together in the correct order. Colorful semanticsbreaks down sentences into their thematic roles and then color codes them to help children to learn the important elements of a sentence,and how to join them together in the correct order. The approach initially has 4 key color codes: subject is orange, verb is yellow, object is green and place is blue. As children progress in their understanding there are further stages for adverbs, adjectives and time. This set has boards for children to form the sentence using cards and then write it out underneath. There are 2 different designs of board with different writing lines. There are also different boards for different sentence types and lengths to differentiate to the child’s ability. Colorful semantics is perfect for use with young children learning correct sentence formation or in specialist settings with children with special educational needs. This resource can be used as a learning aid during whole class literacy or on a small group or 1:1 basis. Included are 8 different sentence boards and 4 sets of colour coded cards for who, what doing, what and where. There are 354 cards in total. Clipart images courtesy of Kari Bolt Children’s Illustrator

Author SEN Resource Source

Tags Colorful Semantics, Early Writing, Sentence Structure, SEN, Phonics

Metaphor Writing Infographic Game

Metaphor Writing Infographic Game
ELA, Writing, Creative Writing, Grade 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Games, Activities

The Metaphor Writing Infographic Game Targeted towards educators, especially those in traditional classrooms or homeschooling settings teaching grades 4 to 8. This game is designed to enhance linguistic skills and creativity in students with a primary focus on metaphor writing. Features: Presents easy-to-follow Don'ts Editable Google table version Vibrant hues enhancing visual appeal and attention span Incorporates video links alongside each Don't for auditory reinforcement Includes links to four different Quizizz games reinforcing taught information through practice. This infographic game can be integrated within various classroom models - collaborative group sessions, smaller individualised objective focus before reconvening back or as independent homework assignments. Add-ons: A printable version available for flipcharts or class anchors All resources conveniently accessible via a single PDF containing necessary editable Google doc links. To summarize, the Metaphor Writing Infographic Game encapsulates crucial aspects of metaphor writing through engaging teaching methodologies making it an ideal support resource for both early learners and seasoned students alike. </div

Author Room2Ruminations

Tags Metaphor Writing, Infographic Game, Language Skills, Creativity, Teaching Tool

Watermelon Animated Writing Activity | Short Film

Watermelon Animated Writing Activity | Short Film
ELA, Writing, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, Activities

Discover the Watermelon Animated Writing Activity , a fun and interactive digital educational resource made to boost your students' writing abilities in an enjoyable and stimulating manner! By using the delightful short animated film "Watermelon," this fantastic tool will not only spark creativity but also encourage critical thinking within your classroom. Featuring 13 ready-to-display PowerPoint slides, this flexible resource covers various essential writing exercises aimed at refining your students' composition skills. The activities included are: - Engaging with a charming short animated story - Ordering events to improve storytelling techniques - True or False questions for enhancing comprehension abilities - Pinpointing Main Idea & Details for close reading practice - Summarizing the narrative to develop concise yet effective writing The Watermelon Animated Writing Activity shows that education can be both entertaining and rewarding! Upgrade your teaching arsenal with this one-of-a-kind aid by visiting TeachSimple.com, and offer your students a captivating lesson they'll cherish for years to come. It's time to say farewell to ordinary worksheets and embrace interactive learning through animation in your classroom!

Author Teach Me This

Tags Short Film, Animated Film, Watermelon, Creative Writing, Writing Prompts

Marbles Reading Comprehension Passage - Cored Ed Encyclopedia

Marbles Reading Comprehension Passage - Cored Ed Encyclopedia
ELA, Language Development, Resources for Teachers, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Pre-Reading, Writing, Strategies, History, Social Studies, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Teacher Tools, Centers, Activities, Writing Prompts, Assessments, Tests, Quizzes and Tests, Quizzes

This marbles reading comprehension contains the following: Visualize on the Cover (Teacher Read Aloud Script) Start your lesson by taking a few moments to visualize the topic and share thoughts or feelings about it. Pre-Reading Trivia Students will write down one thing they already know about the subject and then read five more facts and discuss. These facts are fun, and the students will enjoy learning about the subject before reading more. Reading Passage The text is a high-interest reading passage with set paragraphs, roughly three to four paragraphs long. It contains a variety of themes about the topic, anywhere from history to technology. The passage is between 250 and 350 words in length. Mixed Questions The first question page contains four multiple-choice questions, each with a choice of four answers, and three written response questions that require a sentence or two from the student. Vocabulary Questions Practice seven key words from the text in this section across two activities. First section is scrambled words where students will unscramble three words given a clue for each. The second section is a word to meaning matching activity. Creative Writing In this question, the student will be required to write a five to eight sentence paragraph on a question related to the topic. Extension Activities This page is optional for fast finishers or to take home. There are several activities, each one requiring a different skill. Do some, do none, do all, completely optional - but you will feel reassured knowing every possibility is planned for. Includes summary writting question. Answer Key There are answers for the multiple-choice questions, written response questions have sample answers, vocabulary answers and if there is a summary question then a sample summary will be provided as well. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS AND ENCYCLOPEDIA INDEX HERE Lesson Snapshot Title: Marbles Genre: Nonfiction Subject: Reading (Informational Text) Primary Topic: What marbles are, how they’re used, and history Estimated Guided Reading Level (A–Z): Q What This Lesson Teaches Best Defines what marbles are and what they can be made from (glass, clay, plastic, steel, agate). Explains a classic marble game using clear, step-by-step details (ring on the ground, shooter, “for fair,” “for keeps,” “knuckling”). Builds background knowledge by tracing marbles across time and places (2500 BCE, Rome, medieval times, Britain, India). Uses headings to organize information into sections (game rules, history, and modern designs/collecting). Uses vivid descriptive language to help readers picture marbles (colors that “float inside,” “tiny galaxies,” “ribbons of color”). Learning Goals Describe what a marble is and list materials marbles can be made from. Explain how the classic ring game works, including what a shooter does. Tell what “for fair” and “for keeps” mean in the game. Describe how marbles connect to history using details from the text (places and time periods). Use section headings to locate and share information about games, history, and marbles today. Describe how the author explains what marbles look like in sunlight and in clear glass. Key Vocabulary From the Text Agate — a pretty kind of stone used for some marbles. Shooter — a bigger marble used to knock other marbles. Archaeologists — people who find and study things from long ago. Medieval — from a long-ago time in history. Galaxies — huge groups of stars; here, a way to describe patterns. Cored Ed Encyclopedia Overview The Cored Ed Encyclopedia is a weekly series of lessons that you can pick up and use right away. These short readings fit into whatever time you have available. Each one includes a warm-up, a reading, and a set of questions, but it’s flexible — you can do just the reading, the full lesson, or skip the writing section if you need to. Each lesson focuses on a single topic so students don’t get lost. The writing is clear but never childish, making it perfect for grades two through five. Topics range from animals and science to history, inventions, and everyday things. No matter the level of the student, everyone should take away at least one new idea or fact from each lesson. The materials are easy to print, easy to explain, and require no setup. They work well for whole-class teaching, partner work, or independent study.

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Tags Vocabulary, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading Passages, Reading, Creative Writing, Reading Strategies, Writing Prompts, Marbles, History

Roll and Draw New Year's Party Accessories Art Game Sheet

Roll and Draw New Year's Party Accessories Art Game Sheet
Creative Arts, Art, Holiday & Seasonal, Fine Arts, Art History, Writing, ELA, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Drawing Templates & Outlines, Worksheets & Printables, Activities, Centers

Roll and Draw New Year's Party Accessories | High Engagement Drawing and Writing Activities The Roll and Draw New Year's Party Accessories is a fantastic teaching resource that fosters creativity while teaching students about design elements in drawing, while creating unique New Year's party accessory drawings. This easy-to-implement and low prep teaching resource brings a fun and engaging approach to regular classroom lessons, homeschooling activities, or even in making homework assignments more interesting. Ideal for K-5th graders, this roll and draw game sheet integrates fine arts into everyday lessons. With a dice, blank paper, pencil, and coloring tools at hand, students can independently explore their drawing skills or cooperatively engage with their peers. The writing activity page provides an avenue for written self-expression where children can describe their designed accessory in words. This learning and creative tool is not only suitable for art and music studies but also well suited for historical exploration using party accessories from different cultures or even holiday-themed diversions! For more creative ideas and resources, visit Doodle Thinks website . Usage and Versatility: Fosters creativity Enhances focus Supplement to other art curriculum For early finishers, mornings, and brain breaks Enhance focus on subsequent academic tasks Useful for whole group instruction to small group collaborative Useful for independent work Included in this download: 1 Roll and Draw Game Sheet 1 Writing Activity Page Thank you for supporting Doodle Thinks and have fun drawing!

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Tags Roll And Draw, New Year, Art Education, Dice Game, Art Activity, Drawing Activity, Art Enrichment, Art Integration, Art Supplement, Design Elements

Autumn Tracing and Coloring Pages | Kinder through 3rd Activity

Autumn Tracing and Coloring Pages | Kinder through 3rd Activity
Creative Arts, Art, ELA, Fine Arts, Writing, Handwriting, Holiday & Seasonal, Seasons, Fall, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Coloring Pages, Worksheets, Worksheets & Printables, Activities, Centers

Autumn Coloring Pages | Nature and Fall Icons Fine Motor Art and Creative Activities Enjoy this adorable autumn-themed coloring and tracing pages of an Owl Pal, Corn Maze Sign, Cherry Pie, Acorns, Pine Tree, Turkey, Pilgrim Hat, Pumpkin, Candy Corn, Leaves, Gourds, Mushrooms, Apples, Harvest, and Hot Drink. This coloring resource set can be used to introduce your learners to different types of art elements such as lines, colors, and shapes, while they develop their handwriting by tracing. You may be used throughout the school year. What are some benefits of coloring? Coloring is fun for all ages and it helps with relaxation and promoting a sense of calm. Coloring is such a great way to calm students, promote hand-eye coordination, help with hand strength and practice pencil grip, help recognize colors and shapes, encourage patience and focus, increase creative confidence, and promote creativity and imagination. What are some benefits of tracing? Tracing helps to develop fine motor skills such as improving handwriting and practicing pencil grip. What are some other ways to use this easy, no-prep resource? They are great for early finishers, bell ringers, morning time, individual art time, brain breaks, sub days, art bins, art centers , and homeschool. Included in this download: 15 Coloring and Tracing Pages Contents Page For Personal and Educational Use Only Images to trace and color: Owl Pal Corn Maze Cherry Pie Acorns Pine Tree Turkey Pilgrim Hat Pumpkin Candy Corn Leaves Gourds Mushrooms Apples Harvest Hot Drink Check out more coloring pages: Exotics Fruits Coloring Pages Flower Pattern Coloring Page Roll and Color A Quirky Sheep Roll and Color A Sweet Pig Roll and Color A Resting Chicken I hope your learners have a great time coloring and tracing! Thanks for visiting Doodle Thinks resources at Teach Simple!

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Tags Coloring Pages, Coloring, Tracing, Handwriting, Fine Motor Skills, Pre-writing Skills, Autumn, Autumn Coloring Pages, Fall Coloring Pages, Art Activity Printable

Reading Comprehension Nonfiction Set 3 Sample: A Look at Skunks Forms
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Reading Comprehension Nonfiction Set 3 Sample: A Look at Skunks Forms
ELA, Reading, Language Development, Common Core, Reading Comprehension, ESL, Creative Writing, Writing, Resources for Teachers, Grade 2, 3, Centers, Activities, Assessments, Teacher Tools, Tests, Quizzes and Tests

Reading Comprehension Passages Nonfiction Set 3 Sample Overview Engaging nonfiction articles, each with a collection of different activities included. Articles 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. Passage Included 4.A Look at Skunks: What do you do when you see a skunk hissing? Find out here. Forms Version This is the Forms editable and fillable/self grading 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 &amp; effect, summarizing, compare &amp; 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 &amp; 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

Lollipops Reading Comprehension Passage - Cored Ed Encyclopedia
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Lollipops Reading Comprehension Passage - Cored Ed Encyclopedia
ELA, Language Development, Resources for Teachers, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Pre-Reading, Writing, Science, Physics, Strategies, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Teacher Tools, Centers, Activities, Writing Prompts, Assessments, Tests, Quizzes and Tests, Quizzes

This lollipops reading comprehension contains the following: Visualize on the Cover (Teacher Read Aloud Script) Start your lesson by taking a few moments to visualize the topic and share thoughts or feelings about it. Pre-Reading Trivia Students will write down one thing they already know about the subject and then read five more facts and discuss. These facts are fun, and the students will enjoy learning about the subject before reading more. Reading Passage The text is a high-interest reading passage with set paragraphs, roughly three to four paragraphs long. It contains a variety of themes about the topic, anywhere from history to technology. The passage is between 250 and 350 words in length. Mixed Questions The first question page contains four multiple-choice questions, each with a choice of four answers, and three written response questions that require a sentence or two from the student. Vocabulary Questions Practice seven key words from the text in this section across two activities. First section is scrambled words where students will unscramble three words given a clue for each. The second section is a word to meaning matching activity. Creative Writing In this question, the student will be required to write a five to eight sentence paragraph on a question related to the topic. Extension Activities This page is optional for fast finishers or to take home. There are several activities, each one requiring a different skill. Do some, do none, do all, completely optional - but you will feel reassured knowing every possibility is planned for. Includes summary writting question. Answer Key There are answers for the multiple-choice questions, written response questions have sample answers, vocabulary answers and if there is a summary question then a sample summary will be provided as well. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS AND ENCYCLOPEDIA INDEX HERE Lesson Snapshot Title: Lollipops Genre: Nonfiction (informational text) Subject: Reading (Informational Text) / Science (cooking &amp; materials) / Social Studies (history of foods) Primary Topic: Hard candy on a stick: making, history, name Estimated Guided Reading Level (A–Z): O What This Lesson Teaches Best Defines a lollipop as hard candy for licking or sucking, on a stick, and notes different names in different places (“lolly,” “sucker”). Explains how hard candy is made: sugar is cooked with water until thick, then cooled so it hardens. Describes why corn syrup matters in hard candy: it can help stop sugar crystals from forming so candy stays smooth and “glassy.” Shares historical background: candy on sticks appeared long ago (including the Middle Ages), and the “modern lollipop” has a cloudy history with early 1900s U.S. companies (including a story about George Smith and later trademarking). Explores word history: “lollipop” was recorded in 1796, with possible connections to “lolly” and “pop,” plus other ideas (including Romani words and candy apples on sticks). Learning Goals Students will describe what a lollipop is and how people eat it, using details from the text. Students will explain the steps that turn sugar and water into hard candy (cook, thicken, cool, harden). Students will explain how corn syrup affects hard candy by helping stop sugar crystals from forming. Students will identify key time references about lollipops (Middle Ages, early 1900s, 1796) and tell what the text says about each. Students will summarize what the passage says about where the name “lollipop” may have come from. Key Vocabulary From the Text crystals — tiny hard bits that can make candy feel gritty. gritty — rough, like sand. glassy — smooth and shiny, like glass. trademarked — legally protected a name for a product. spirals — twisty, swirl shapes. Cored Ed Encyclopedia Overview The Cored Ed Encyclopedia is a weekly series of lessons that you can pick up and use right away. These short readings fit into whatever time you have available. Each one includes a warm-up, a reading, and a set of questions, but it’s flexible — you can do just the reading, the full lesson, or skip the writing section if you need to. Each lesson focuses on a single topic so students don’t get lost. The writing is clear but never childish, making it perfect for grades two through five. Topics range from animals and science to history, inventions, and everyday things. No matter the level of the student, everyone should take away at least one new idea or fact from each lesson. The materials are easy to print, easy to explain, and require no setup. They work well for whole-class teaching, partner work, or independent study.

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Tags Vocabulary, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading Passages, Reading, Creative Writing, Reading Strategies, Writing Prompts, Lollipops, Physics

Ferries Reading Comprehension Passage - Cored Ed Encyclopedia

Ferries Reading Comprehension Passage - Cored Ed Encyclopedia
ELA, Language Development, Resources for Teachers, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Pre-Reading, Writing, Science, Technology, Strategies, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Teacher Tools, Centers, Activities, Writing Prompts, Assessments, Tests, Quizzes and Tests, Quizzes

This ferries reading comprehension contains the following: Pre-Reading Trivia Students will write down one thing they already know about the subject and then read five more facts and discuss. These facts are fun, and the students will enjoy learning about the subject before reading more. Reading Passage The text is a high-interest reading passage with set paragraphs, roughly three to four paragraphs long. It contains a variety of themes about the topic, anywhere from history to technology. The passage is between 250 and 350 words in length. Mixed Questions The first question page contains four multiple-choice questions, each with a choice of four answers, and three written response questions that require a sentence or two from the student. Creative Writing In this question, the student will be required to write a five to eight sentence paragraph on a question related to the topic. Extension Activities This page is optional for fast finishers. If there are five to ten minutes left at the end of the lesson, the student can choose one of three activities, each one requiring a different skill. Answer Key There are answers for the multiple-choice questions and three written response questions have sample answers. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS AND ENCYCLOPEDIA INDEX HERE Cored Ed Encyclopedia Overview The Cored Ed Encyclopedia is a weekly series of lessons that you can pick up and use right away. These short readings fit into whatever time you have available. Each one includes a warm-up, a reading, and a set of questions, but it’s flexible — you can do just the reading, the full lesson, or skip the writing section if you need to. Each lesson focuses on a single topic so students don’t get lost. The writing is clear but never childish, making it perfect for grades two through five. Topics range from animals and science to history, inventions, and everyday things. No matter the level of the student, everyone should take away at least one new idea or fact from each lesson. The materials are easy to print, easy to explain, and require no setup. They work well for whole-class teaching, partner work, or independent study.

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Rainbow Letters: Uppercase & Lowercase Match - Prek/K Fun!

Rainbow Letters: Uppercase & Lowercase Match - Prek/K Fun!
ELA, Creative Arts, Art, Writing, Handwriting, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Activities, Crafts

This activity , "Rainbow Letters," is fun &amp; perfect for little learners in PreK, preschool, and kindergarten. This resource includes letter recognition, tracing, writing, and drawing in a way that feels like play. Your students will love matching uppercase &amp; lowercase letters while creating their own special rainbows! What's Included: Rainbow Templates: 13 pages of templates to spark creativity. Uppercase &amp; Lowercase Match: 26 rainbows featuring uppercase letters for kids to cut and match (17 pages). Write and Draw: 26 rainbows where children can write lowercase letters or draw pictures that start with those letters (13 pages). Tracing Practice: 26 rainbows with both uppercase and lowercase letters for tracing (13 pages). How to Use: This resource is perfect for different classroom activities—whether it's whole group, small group, or morning work. Kids will enjoy matching letters and getting creative with their drawings. The rainbow theme makes learning letters exciting and enjoyable! Once you download this resource, it’s super simple to get started—just print &amp; go! You’ll find both color &amp; B/W versions available... Make letter learning fun and colorful with "Rainbow Letters"! Grab your copy today and watch your students engage with letters like never before!!!

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Reading Comprehension Nonfiction Set 5 - Sea Animals (Slides)

Reading Comprehension Nonfiction Set 5 - Sea Animals (Slides)
ELA, Reading, Language Development, Spelling, Common Core, ESL, Vocabulary, Reading Comprehension, Creative Writing, Writing, Grade 4, 5, Teacher Tools, Presentations, Assessments, Tests, Quizzes and Tests, Activities

Reading Comprehension Passages Nonfiction Set 5 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.Stingray: Close relatives to sharks, read more about this fascinating animal in this article. 2.That's Electric: How much electricity can an electric eel produce? Find outhere. 3.Whale Shark: The largest fish in the sea. Yes, the largest!! 4.Scared of Sharks: The all you need to know shark passage. If you're not too scared to read it! 5.Under the Sea: Porpoise or dolphin? What's the difference? 6.All About Jellyfish: More people are killed by jellyfish stings every year than from great white shark attacks. 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 &amp; effect, summarizing, compare &amp; 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 &amp; 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

ENGLISH TEXT+6 ANCHOR CHARTS | Oliver and the Silent Violin
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ENGLISH TEXT+6 ANCHOR CHARTS | Oliver and the Silent Violin
Strategies, Reading, ELA, Reading Comprehension, Language Development, Vocabulary, Formal Writing, Writing, Adult Education, Elementary, High School, Early Learning, Homeschool Resources, Middle School, Not Grade Specific, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Anchor Charts, Teacher Tools, Charts, Quizzes and Tests

ENGLISH TEXT+6 ANCHOR CHARTS | Oliver and the Silent Violin INTRODUCTION: Welcome to EDITORIAL ARENAS EDUCATIVAS! We specialize in producing diverse educational tools to support children's learning journeys. Be sure to browse our store for reading, writing, math, and Spanish resources designed to make learning fun and impactful. MAIN INFORMATION: 1) What specific skills are developed using this resource? Students will be able to develop their attention, concentration, creativity, and imagination skills. It will also allow students to develop their cognitive skills such as comprehension, analysis, and others. 2) Who is the ideal audience for this document? This document and/or teaching resource is primarily intended for young students, meaning those between the ages of 5 and 12, in other words, students in early childhood and/or primary education. However, it can also be used by the general public if required. 3) What recommendations are there for making the most of this resource? To make the most of this resource, I recommend first analyzing it, then looking at the specific topic your student needs to learn and assess whether my resource addresses it. I also ask you to consider how you will print it. 4) Is this material up to date with the latest educational changes? Yes, this material primarily addresses all learning theories about children, which tell us that children should learn in an educational and fun way. SECONDARY INFORMATION : 1) How many pages does the file contain in total? This educational document contains enough pages to make this resource ideal for promoting fun and successful learning. 2) Does this material allow for custom editing? This educational document is available in PDF format, so you cannot edit it. You simply need to download and then print it. 3) What main topic does the resource cover? This document has been developed to address a basic topic that children in kindergarten through elementary school should master. This document will also be helpful to the general public who want to learn. 4) What version does this document correspond to? This educational resource is designed in PDF format, which will make your download experience much simpler and easier to use.

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October See, Think, Wonder Editable Slideshow

October See, Think, Wonder Editable Slideshow
Writing, Creative Writing, Grade 2, 3, 4, Activities

October See, Think, Wonder is jam-packed with October related pictures that students will love! Students are tasked with looking at the picture, thinking critically about what they see and then writing about it. *************************** You may prompt students to consider these questions: What do you see in this picture? What do you think about this picture or the things you see? What else do you wonder based on this picture? *************************** For each picture, there is a picture slide only for observation and then there is a slide for written responses. The teacher or the students are able to write in the text boxes within the PowerPoint .

Author I Heart STEAM

Tags October Writing, Opinion Writing, Science Writing, Observation, Writing Lesson, See, Think, Wonder, See Think Wonder

Ocean Animal Report

Ocean Animal Report
ELA, Writing, Science, Life Sciences, Animals, Research, Grade 2, 3, Activities, Projects

This is an Ocean Animal Report utilizing the TIDE format. Included in this file you will find a parent letter about the project, prompts for each paragraph, TIDE graphic organizers for three paragraphs of informative writing along with writing paper for the first drafts of each, a blank page for them to create a cover for the report, a page for pictures of the ocean animal, final draft paper, an example of completed organizers and a final draft to match, and a couple of rubric options for both writing and/or oral presentation. The three paragraphs will address: • Why students chose the ocean animal they chose • A few basic facts about the ocean animal (e.g., habitat, diet, physical description) • A few cool or unique facts about the ocean animal Generally, this project takes my students about 4-5 days to complete. The oral presentation takes another day or two. I send home the parent letter a week in advance. I’ve done this with both second and third graders and found it to work well for both. Here’s a further breakdown of the paragraphs: Paragraph One Writing Prompt: Write an informative paragraph explaining why you chose the ocean animal you chose for your report. Paragraph Two Writing Prompt: Write an informative paragraph explaining three basic facts about your ocean animal (e.g., diet, habitat, physical characteristics). Paragraph Three Writing Prompt: Write an informative paragraph explaining three unique facts about your ocean animal (e.g., speed, communication, lifestyle). This resource is a thorough and engaging way to build research and writing skills.

Author At the Core

Tags Ocean Animals, Animal Report, Cross Curricular, Science Research, Writing Prompts, Paragraph Writing, Graphic Organizer, Topic Sentences, Conclusions

Letter W Vocabulary and Tracing Cards

Letter W Vocabulary and Tracing Cards
ELA, Writing, Handwriting, Language Development, Phonics, Vocabulary, Kindergarten, Preschool, Activities

These vocabulary and tracing cards all students to practice reading and writing letter W words. These cards include bold, clear, easy to recognize images of objects and ideas that begin with the initial sound of the letter W that are easily recognized by students. This set contains a total of 12 unique vocabulary cards with their corresponding tracing card, making these cards perfect for a wall display or a writing center activity. What is Included: There are 12 letter W vocabulary cards There are 12 letter W tracing cards These vocabulary and tracing cards are suitable for preschoolers and kindergartners who are beginning to learn about words, letters and handwriting. The vocabulary cards provide a way for students to identify things that start with the letter W and the tracing cards provide students with a fun way to practice letter formation and writing words. When to Use Literacy Center Writing Center Wall display in writing or reading center Small Group Activity Pocket Chart Display Word Wall Cards The vocabulary cards can make a great wall display in a writing center or as part of a word wall. Students will be able to reference the cards when writing or labeling pictures. These cards can also be used as a pocket chart activity where the teacher can introduce different letter W words. Students will love the vibrant, easy to identify pictures and the big, bold words. Skills Assessed Beginning Sounds Tracing Skills Letter Formation for capital and lowercase letters Manuscript Handwriting These cards are a low prep activity for teachers to create. The teacher simply needs to print the cards and cut them out. The cards can be laminated if desired. By laminating the tracing cards, the teacher can create a write and wipe activity with dry erase markers that students can reuse over and over.

Author The Connett Connection

Tags Alphabet Activities, Handwriting Practice, Handwriting Center, Writing Center, Vocabulary Cards, Alphabet Vocabulary, Letter Of The Week, Preschool Literacy, Letter W, Letter W Activities

Reading Comprehension Nonfiction Set 1 - Technology (PPT)

Reading Comprehension Nonfiction Set 1 - Technology (PPT)
ELA, Reading, Writing, Common Core, Resources for Teachers, Vocabulary, Language Development, Spelling, ESL, Creative Writing, Grade 2, 3, Teacher Tools, Presentations, Tests, Quizzes and Tests, Assessments, Activities

Reading Comprehension Passages Nonfiction Set 1 Overview Engaging nonfiction articles, each with a collection of different activities included. Articles 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. Passages Include 1.Talking in Code: How the Navajo code talkers helped during WWII. 2.Power From the Sun: How does solar power work? 3.Roller Coasters: The science behind roller coasters. 4.The History of Cars: Who invented the car? Find out in this article. 5.The History of Ferries: Where is the oldest ferry service in the world? 6.The History of Helicopters: The advantages and disadvantages of helicopters. Additional File: History of Cars: Design a Car Printable 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 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 &amp; effect, summarizing, compare &amp; 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 &amp; 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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Reading Comprehension Nonfiction Set 3 Sample: All About Horses (PPT)
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Reading Comprehension Nonfiction Set 3 Sample: All About Horses (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 3 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 3.All About Horses: How is the author preparing to become a vet when she gets older? 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 &amp; effect, summarizing, compare &amp; 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 &amp; 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