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Bring excitement to your elementary English Language Arts curriculum with these ELA centers. Featuring a variety of activities that focus on reading comprehension, writing, vocabulary, and grammar, these centers support literacy development in a fun, interactive way. Use these resources to differentiate instruction and keep your students engaged in their learning journey.
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Candy Reading Comprehension 1 Lesson Sample Powerpoints
ELA, Language Development, Resources for Teachers, Vocabulary, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Common Core, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Teacher Tools, Centers, Activities, Assessments, Tests, Quizzes and Tests, Presentations, Quizzes
THIS IS A ONE LESSON FREE SAMPLE OF THE FOLLOWING PRODUCT: Themed Reading Comprehension Passages Series - Candy This reading comprehension series is built for grades 2 to 5 and keeps things simple, clear, and easy to use. Every title follows a fun, kid-friendly theme and comes with two passage levels, one written for grades 2 to 3 and a more challenging version for grades 4 to 5. Students then work through a mix of follow-up pages that check understanding in different ways: multiple-choice questions, short written responses, scrambled words, a quick summary, and a theme-based word problem. Answer keys are included, so prep stays minimal. Each resource also comes in nine classroom-friendly formats, so you can choose what fits your setup: print or digital, editable or ready to go, and even self-grading options. Because the layout stays consistent, it is easy to plug into whole-class lessons, small groups, literacy centers, morning work, fast finisher tubs, sub plans, or home learning. It is a straightforward way to build comprehension, practice reading skills in context, and strengthen written responses without adding extra steps for you. Candy Lesson List Note: This product has titles different to those in the rest of the themed series. 1. Candy Types 2. Candy Flavors 3. Candy Shapes and Colors 4. Candy Ingredients 5. Candy Fun Facts PPT VERSION Editable slides with all the Presentable PDF convenience, so you can customize text, images, and pacing for your class. Other versions are available in the links list below or in the full catalog. How to Use These Lessons Perfect for: Morning work or early-finisher bins Guided reading blocks or comprehension warmups Literacy centers or small-group rotations Holiday/seasonal review lessons Independent stations, sub plans, or take-home enrichment More Candy Themed Products CROSSWORDS WORDSEARCHES MAZES FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE Themed Reading Links Addition Animals Around the Home Birthday FORMATS: -FORMAL ASSESSMENT VERSION -PRESENTABLE PDF -PPT -SLIDES - PDF -FILLABLE PDF -WORD -FORMS -DOCS SUPPLEMENTARY MATERIALS (COMING SOON): -VISUAL READING PASSAGE VIDEO -GUIDED LEARNING VIDEO -LESSON PLANS Candy FORMATS: -FORMAL ASSESSMENT VERSION -PRESENTABLE PDF -PPT -SLIDES -PDF -FILLABLE PDF -WORD -FORMS -DOCS SUPPLEMENTARY MATERIALS (COMING SOON): -VISUAL READING PASSAGE VIDEO -GUIDED LEARNING VIDEO -LESSON PLANS Christmas Cinco de Mayo Clothes Colors Days and Months Division Earth Day Easter Easy Mazes Fall Father's Day Food Geography (Set 1) Geography (Set 2) Geography (Set 3) Graduation Health History (Set 1) History (Set 2) History (Set 3) Human Body Kindness Life Skills Mother's Day Multiplication Science (Set 1) Science (Set 2) Science (Set 3) Shapes Social Skills Spring Sports St. Patrick's Day Subtraction Summer Thanksgiving Transport Valentine's Day Winter Free One Lesson Themes Chinese New Year Lunar New Year Halloween Pink Shirt Day Independence Day Juneteenth President's Day Groundhog Day Readings in Depth Structure Each resource is built around a focused sub-theme within the broader topic. Students read two leveled passages (Grades 2–3 and Grades 4–5), then move through a short, consistent sequence of activities that checks understanding and keeps momentum: multiple-choice, brief written responses, a scrambled-words review, a compact summary task, and a light theme-linked word problem. The flow is predictable for students, but varied enough to feel fresh across topics. Each completed resource includes: Two differentiated reading passages (lower and upper level) A multiple-choice comprehension page Short written-response questions A scrambled-words or quick vocabulary check A brief summary activity A simple, theme-connected word problem Answer keys for fast marking and easy self-checking Nine classroom-friendly formats, including print, editable, digital, and self-grading options Themes Included These readings span a wide range of age-appropriate, high-interest topics, such as: Seasons and celebrations Real-world science and nature Community, character, and life skills Everyday high-frequency themes students already enjoy Each title connects to familiar experiences while strengthening comprehension, vocabulary in context, and clear written expression. Easy extensions (optional): Read twice: first for gist, second to highlight key details Write two “right there” questions and swap with a partner Create a 3-bullet fact list or mini mind map Turn the summary into a 3-sentence retell using sequence words Add one extra math question connected to the topic Compare the two levels: what details appear in both? Differentiation tips: Pre-teach 2–3 key words with quick examples Offer sentence starters for written responses Use partner reading: one reads aloud, one tracks evidence Allow highlighting or underlining before answering questions Provide a shorter chunking option for students who need breaks Encourage confident readers to justify answers with a quoted detail For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
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Tags Vocabulary, Spelling, Candy, Candy Activities, Writing Prompts, Word Problems, Reading Comprehension, Candy Reading, Candy Passages, Reading Passages
Rumpelstiltskin Lapbook Project Reading & Writing Grades 3 4 5 ELA
Language Development, ELA, ESL, Literary Devices, Literature, Children’s Literature, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Strategies, Grade 3, 4, 5, Centers, Activities, Crafts, Projects, Graphic Organizers, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Templates
Discover the wonderful tale of Rumpelstiltskin through this Rumpelstiltskin Lapbook Project created for Grades 3, 4, and 5 students, homeschoolers, and EFL/ESL learners. This fun-packed resources is especially designed for reading classes, reading centers, ELA projects, fairy tale units, reading comprehension assessment tool, and so much more! Contents: •3 Rumpelstiltskin Lapbook Leveled Reading Passages (Easy, Average, Hard) •4 Rumpelstiltskin Lapbook Creative Cover Choices •2 Rumpelstiltskin Lapbook Name Page Formats (for individual and group project options) •1 Rumpelstiltskin Lapbook Overlap Page (central folding piece) •3 Rumpelstiltskin Lapbook Retelling Summary Page Options •2 Rumpelstiltskin Lapbook Moral or Message Pages •2 Rumpelstiltskin Lapbook Story Sequence Pockets •6 Rumpelstiltskin Lapbook Story Sequence Photo Cards (each set: Easy, Average, Hard) •3 Rumpelstiltskin Lapbook Levels of Sequence Activities •6 Rumpelstiltskin Lapbook Retell Event Cards •1 Rumpelstiltskin Lapbook Character Traits Foldable •1 Rumpelstiltskin Lapbook Setting Foldable •1 Rumpelstiltskin Lapbook Extra Story Elements Fold 1 Rumpelstiltskin Lapbook Story Ratings Page •1 Rumpelstiltskin Lapbook Personal Reflection Foldable
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Tags Rumpelstiltskin, Fairy Tale, Reading Center, Reading Comprehension, ELA Project
Social Skills Maze: 1 Page Sample (PDF)
ELA, Language Development, Vocabulary, Spelling, ESL, Resources for Teachers, Social Skills, Special Resources, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Teacher Tools, Centers, Activities, Mazes
THIS IS A ONE PAGE SAMPLE OF A SIX PAGE MAZE DOWNLOAD FULL SIX MAZE DOWNLOAD INFORMATION: 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. Social Skills Word List 1. Kindness and Respect Kind, Share, Help, Nice, Fair, Smile, Listen, Thank 2. Communication Talk, Ask, Say, Chat, Answer, Voice, Words, Quiet 3. Making Friends Friend, Wave, Hi, Play, Laugh, Group, Together, Fun 4. Good Manners Please, Excuse, Sorry, Welcome, Respect, Wait, Polite, Honest 5. Working Together Team, Help, Share, Try, Fair, Listen, Job, Strong 6. Solving Problems Brainstorm, Listen, Create, Adjust, Discuss, Decide, Solve, Confidence 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 Social Skills Themed Products 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, Social Skills, Communication, Making Friends, Maze, Mazes, Ela Mazes, Social Skills Maze, Social Skills Mazes
Pencils Reading Comprehension Passage - Cored Ed Encyclopedia
ELA, Language Development, Resources for Teachers, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Pre-Reading, Writing, Science, Chemistry, Physics, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Teacher Tools, Centers, Activities, Writing Prompts, Assessments, Tests, Quizzes and Tests, Quizzes
This pencils 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: Pencils Genre: Nonfiction (informational text) Subject: Science & Technology (materials/manufacturing) / Reading Informational Text Primary Topic: How pencils were invented and made Estimated Guided Reading Level (A–Z): S What This Lesson Teaches Best How early pencil “lead” was actually graphite , discovered in 1564 in northern England, and why the nickname “lead” stuck. How soft graphite needed a protective holder, leading to wooden casings and shapes that are easier to grip and don’t roll away. How mixing powdered graphite with clay (and other binders ) helped control how dark or light a pencil writes (H, HB, B). How a factory process turns materials into pencils (mixing, pressing into rods, firing, adding wax, grooving cedar slats, painting). How inventions changed pencils over time, including an eraser patented on the end and the later appearance of mechanical pencils. Learning Goals Students will explain why pencils are called “lead” pencils even though they are not made of lead. Students will describe how people first used graphite before modern wooden pencils existed. Students will explain how adding different amounts of clay changes how a pencil writes. Students will identify at least two steps from the passage that happen in a pencil factory. Students will describe one improvement to pencils mentioned in the passage (eraser or mechanical pencil). Key Vocabulary From the Text graphite — a soft black rock that makes marks. plumbago — an old name people used for graphite. casing — the outer cover that holds the core. binders — materials that help hold ingredients together. ferrule — a metal band that holds an eraser. 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, Pencils, Chemistry
Letter of the Week Letter C Printables Activity Pack Phonics
ELA, Phonics, Language Development, Pre-Reading, Kindergarten, Preschool, Homeschool Curriculum, Homeschool Templates, Grade 1, Centers, Activities, Crafts, Coloring Pages, Worksheets, Worksheets & Printables, Crosswords Puzzles, Dot To Dots, Mazes, Word Searches
Looking for a fun and effective way to teach the Letter C ? This Letter of the Week Letter C Activity Pack is loaded with interactive, no-prep printables and engaging Boom Cards that make alphabet learning hands-on and exciting for preschool and kindergarten students. With 86 printable activity pages and 32 digital Boom Cards , your students will gain confidence recognizing, forming, and sounding out both uppercase and lowercase C through a mix of tracing, puzzles, dabbing, coloring, and creative crafts. ✏️ What’s Included: 📄 Printable Worksheets Letter C Poster + 6 Visual Vocabulary Cards Tracing & Writing Uppercase and Lowercase C Spinning, Sorting, Finding, and Coloring Letter C (plus review: A, S, I) Drawing Letter C Pictures & Identifying Initial Sounds (a, s, t, n, p, i, c) Mazes, Dot-to-Dots, Geoboard, and Color by Code Dab the Dots & Visual Cutouts Booklet Cover, 'About Me' Page, & Summary Sheet Fairytale Connection: Cinderella Reading Practice: Word Families – an, ap, at, it, in, ip 🎨 Crafts & Literacy Extras “I’m a Letter C Champ” Crown & Bracelet Mini Flipbook of Letter C Words & Visuals Letter C Word Wheel (6 Visual Vocabulary Sections) One-Page Mini Booklet + Sight Word Flipbook (Touch Phonics Font) Cat -Themed Finger Puppets (6 per page) Stick Puppet Templates (4 per page) 💻 Boom Cards – 32 Digital Activities Formation & Recognition of Uppercase and Lowercase C Letter C Sound & Name Practice Puzzle Matching and Visual Recognition Drag-and-Drop Uppercase/Lowercase Sorting Visual Reveal Game (Letter C Objects) Sentence Use: Capital C vs Lowercase c Culminating Task: Build a Cat Activity 🎯 Perfect For: Letter of the Week Programs Literacy Centers & Phonics Stations Morning Tubs or Early Finishers Homework or At-Home Practice Small Group or 1:1 Instruction ⭐ Bonus: Includes both US and British English spelling to suit all classrooms. Help your students confidently master the Letter C through this engaging mix of print and digital tools—perfect for early literacy growth and alphabet fun!
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Tags Letter C Activities, Letter Of The Week Letter C, Alphabet Worksheets Letter C, Preschool Letter C Worksheets, Kindergarten Letter C Activities, Letter C Crafts For Kids, Uppercase And Lowercase Letter C, Letter C Phonics Practice, Build A Cat Letter C Activity, Interactive Letter C Phonics Activities
Letter R of the Week Letter R Printables Alphabet Worksheets
Common Core, Phonics, Language Development, ELA, Pre-Reading, Kindergarten, Preschool, Homeschool Curriculum, Homeschool Templates, Grade 1, Centers, Activities, Crafts, Coloring Pages, Worksheets, Worksheets & Printables, Crosswords Puzzles, Dot To Dots, Mazes, Word Searches
Make the Letter R roar to life with this fun-filled phonics and handwriting pack! Perfect for preschool and kindergarten learners, this Letter of the Week Letter R Activity Pack includes 86 no-prep printable pages and 30 interactive Boom Cards designed to help students recognize, write, and master uppercase and lowercase R with confidence. From tracing and puzzles to crafts and phonics games, this resource supports early literacy, fine motor development, and letter-sound recognition in an engaging, hands-on way. ✏️ What’s Included: 📄 Printable Worksheets Letter R Poster + 6 Visual Vocabulary Cards Booklet Cover + ‘About Me’ Page Tracing & Writing Uppercase and Lowercase R Sorting, Spinning, and Finding Letter R Drawing Letter R Pictures Letter R Mazes, Dot-to-Dot, Puzzles Dab the Dots, Color by Code, Visual Cutouts Geoboard Activity + Glitter Letter Craft Fairytale Connection: Rapunzel Beginning Sounds Practice for Selected Letters Word Family Practice: a, i, e, an, ap, at, in, ip, it Summary Sheet for Review 🎨 Crafts & Extra Literacy Activities “I’m a Letter R Champ” Crown & Bracelet Mini Flipbook with Letter R Words and Visuals One-Page Mini Word Booklet Sight Word Flipbook Robot-Themed Finger Puppets (6 per page) Stick Puppet Templates (4 per page) Letter R Word Wheel (6 Vocabulary Sections) 💻 Boom Cards – 30 Digital Activities Uppercase & Lowercase R Formation and Recognition Letter R Name and Sound Practice Puzzle Piece Matching (Uppercase/Lowercase) Drag-and-Drop Sorting: Capital vs Lowercase Visual Reveal Game (R Sound Pictures) Sentence Usage: Uppercase R vs Lowercase r 🎯 Perfect For: Letter of the Week Literacy Instruction Morning Work & Centers Small Groups or Intervention Phonics Practice & Fine Motor Skills Homework & Distance Learning ⭐ Bonus: Comes with both US and British English spelling options—ready for any classroom. Build confidence in early learners with this comprehensive Letter R resource that combines creativity, phonics, and skill-building into one easy-to-use bundle.
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CVC Word Families for Beginning Readers: Stamp it, Make it, Trace it, and Write it
ELA, Language Development, Pre-Reading, Phonics, Reading, Kindergarten, Grade 1, Teacher Tools, Centers, Activities, Lesson Plans, Worksheets, Worksheets & Printables
This CVC unit is engaging for students as they practice reading and learning the short vowel sounds while students cut and make the words, trace the words, write the words, and stamp out the words. Reading short vowel / rhyming words is an introduction to reading. Repetitive practice of reading these words is also another fundamental practice to help students read. In this unit, students will practice word families that have the same ending. Teach students that word families rhyme and only have a different beginning sound. For each word family, students will practice making, tracing, writing, or stamping six different words. Some of the words are proper nouns or names given to people or pets. There are also nonsensical words that are not real. The purpose of these words is to teach how to sound out words only within the same word family. File contains the following word family worksheets : ad, an, at, ed, en, et, in, ip, it, og, op, ot, ug, un, ut. It also includes all the letters needed to cut out for the "make it" worksheets . What's included for the word families: Short a at family (mat, fat, cat, sat, hat, and pat) an family (fan, ran, man, can, tan, and pan) ad family (mad, sad, bad, dad, had, and pad) Short e ed family (Ned, bed, Ted, red, ped, and ded) en family (ten, men, den, Ben, hen, and pen) et family (set, met, bet, let, get, and pet) Short i in family (bin, win, sin, fin, tin, and pin) ip family (hip, rip, tip, lip, zip, and sip) it family (bit, kit, fit, sit, hit, and pit) Short o og family (log, hog, dog, bog, fog, and jog) op family (hop, top, pop, cop, bop, and mop) ot family (lot, hot, rot, dot, pot, and got) Short u ug family (dug, rug, bug, hug, mug, and jug) un family (run, sun, nun, fun, pun, and bun) ut family (but, cut, nut, hut, rut, and gut) For a list of other phonics and grammar activities, click on the following links: CVC Word Families for Beginning Readers: Stamp it, Make it, Trace it, and Write it CVC Words | Short Vowel Phonics | Word Families for K- 2nd Grade Phonics for 1st and 2nd Grade: Help Students Learn Long A Words: AY, AI, A_E, EIGH, EY, and EA Phonics for 1st and 2nd Grade: Help Students Learn Long E Words: EE, EA, E_E, and Y Phonics for 1st and 2nd Grade: Help Students Learn Long I Words: I_E, IE, IGH, and Y Phonics for 1st and 2nd Grade: Help Students Learn Long O Words: O_E, OA, OW, OE, and OUGH Phonics for 1st and 2nd Grade: Help Students Learn Long U Words: U_E, EW, OO, UE, UI and OU Phonics / Digraphs for 1st and 2nd Grade: Beginning, Middle, and Ending Sounds Phonics / Digraphs for 1st -2nd: Ending Sounds: CK, NG, SH, TH, and NK Phonics / Digraphs for 1st and 2nd Grade: Beginning Sounds: SH, TH, WH and PH Phonics: R-Controlled Words for 1st and 2nd Grade and Early Readers
Author K-5 Treasures
Tags Word Families, Phonics, Beginning Reading, Rhyming Words, Short Vowel Words, Short Vowels, Reading Strategies, Word Family, Cvc Words, Cvc Activities
Guitars Reading Comprehension Passage - Cored Ed Encyclopedia
ELA, Language Development, Resources for Teachers, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Pre-Reading, Writing, Music, Creative Arts, Strategies, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Teacher Tools, Centers, Activities, Writing Prompts, Assessments, Tests, Quizzes and Tests, Quizzes
This guitars 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.
Author Cored Education
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Tags Vocabulary, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading Passages, Reading, Creative Writing, Reading Strategies, Writing Prompts, Guitars, Music
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.
Author Cored Education
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Tags Vocabulary, Spelling, Spring, Rainy Days, Ela Maze, Ela Mazes, Maze, Mazes, Spring Maze, Spring Mazes
Quiz Shows Reading Comprehension Passage - Cored Ed Encyclopedia
ELA, Language Development, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Pre-Reading, Writing, Strategies, Vocabulary, History, Social Studies, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Teacher Tools, Centers, Activities, Writing Prompts, Assessments, Quizzes and Tests, Quizzes, Lesson Plans
This quiz shows reading comprehension includes: Visualization (on the front cover) Start your lesson by taking a minute to think and share something about the topic. Read the script aloud (slowly), perhaps prepare some music or sound effects. Student close their eyes and let their imaginations wander. Students open their eyes, read the question aloud and give them a few minutes to complete. Ask a few students to share or keep answers until the end to compare with what they learn in the passage. Quick pause—thousands of Cored Education products are included with your TeachSimple membership. Download links and encyclopedia index available here. 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. Give 1 minute for students to write what they already know (no pressure—best guess is fine). Read the five facts together. After each fact, do ask a student for their opinion, was it surprising? Set a purpose by asking students to highlight/underline one fact they want to learn more about during the reading. 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. First, ask students to look at the headings and see what they’ll learn about today. What do they know about the topic/heading? First read options: Teacher read-aloud (best for support). Partner reading (paragraph by paragraph). While reading, students underline important details, and vocabulary words they think may come up in the questions section. 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. Students complete the mcqs first independently, then review quickly as a class. For the 3 written responses, try to get students giving the answer with some form of evidence: “I think ___ because the text says ___.” If students get stuck, send them back to check the passage. 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. Before starting, have some students read out words they underlined in the passage. Ask students to say the word and read aloud the sentence(s) around each word. Ask students to do scrambled words and the matching exercise in pairs then go through answers as a class. For the scrambled spelling task, get four pairs to come up to the board and write the words for extra practice with the other student reading out the clue. For the matching task, prompt students to give full sentences: “I matched ___ with ___ because ___.” 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. Before starting, ask students write down 3 key ideas they are going to include in their piece. Ask students for ideas to share around the class to help those struggling. Pro writing expectations: 5–8 sentences At least 2 facts or details from the passage At least 2 vocabulary words from the previous page Students read their paragraphs while classmates listen for facts and vocabulary words. 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. Lesson Plan Included Customized lesson plan for this lesson is included. Lesson Snapshot Title: Quiz Shows Genre: Nonfiction (informational reading passage) Subject: Reading (Informational Text) / Social Studies (media history) Primary Topic: Quiz shows from radio to TV to podcasts Estimated Guided Reading Level (A–Z): R What This Lesson Teaches Best How quiz shows changed over time, from radio “question games” to television and modern podcasts. Key historical milestones and examples (late 1930s radio programs; 1938 BBC spelling quiz on TV; 1950s U.S. daytime quiz/game shows). Understanding fairness and trust in media (some shows were “rigged,” followed by investigations, hearings, and stronger rules). Text structure practice using section headings to track ideas (early radio → TV era → fairness tested → today). Strong built-in supports that match the passage (questions, vocabulary work, writing prompt, and extensions align to passage details). Learning Goals Students will describe how people participated in quiz shows before TVs were common, using details from the passage. Students will explain how television changed quiz shows, including what it was like for contestants under cameras and lights. Students will explain what “rigged” means in the passage and why quiz shows had to “rebuild trust.” Students will identify ways quiz shows appear today (board, screen at home, or podcast), based on the passage. Students will use the section headings to state the main idea of each section and support it with one detail. Key Vocabulary From the Text contestants — people who compete in a game rigged — secretly fixed so it is not fair producers — people who run and plan a show investigations — careful searches to find out what happened genre — a type or category of show FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS AND ENCYCLOPEDIA INDEX HERE
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Water Reading Comprehension Passage - Cored Ed Encyclopedia
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This water reading comprehension with lesson plan includes: Visualization (on the front cover) Start your lesson by taking a minute to think and share something about the topic. Read the script aloud (slowly), perhaps prepare some music or sound effects. Student close their eyes and let their imaginations wander. Students open their eyes, read the question aloud and give them a few minutes to complete. Ask a few students to share or keep answers until the end to compare with what they learn in the passage. Quick pause—thousands of Cored Education products are included with your TeachSimple membership. Download links and encyclopedia index available here. 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. Give 1 minute for students to write what they already know (no pressure—best guess is fine). Read the five facts together. After each fact, do ask a student for their opinion, was it surprising? Set a purpose by asking students to highlight/underline one fact they want to learn more about during the reading. 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. First, ask students to look at the headings and see what they’ll learn about today. What do they know about the topic/heading? First read options: Teacher read-aloud (best for support). Partner reading (paragraph by paragraph). While reading, students underline important details, and vocabulary words they think may come up in the questions section. 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. Students complete the mcqs first independently, then review quickly as a class. For the 3 written responses, try to get students giving the answer with some form of evidence: “I think ___ because the text says ___.” If students get stuck, send them back to check the passage. 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. Before starting, have some students read out words they underlined in the passage. Ask students to say the word and read aloud the sentence(s) around each word. Ask students to do scrambled words and the matching exercise in pairs then go through answers as a class. For the scrambled spelling task, get four pairs to come up to the board and write the words for extra practice with the other student reading out the clue. For the matching task, prompt students to give full sentences: “I matched ___ with ___ because ___.” 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. Before starting, ask students write down 3 key ideas they are going to include in their piece. Ask students for ideas to share around the class to help those struggling. Pro writing expectations: 5–8 sentences At least 2 facts or details from the passage At least 2 vocabulary words from the previous page Students read their paragraphs while classmates listen for facts and vocabulary words. 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. Lesson Plan Included Customized lesson plan for this lesson is included. Lesson Snapshot Title: Water Genre: Nonfiction (informational text) Subject: Science (Earth & Physical Science) / Informational Reading Primary Topic: Water cycle, where water is found, and H₂O Estimated Guided Reading Level (A–Z): R What This Lesson Teaches Best Explains how water changes state and moves around Earth (puddle → vapor → clouds → rain/snow). Builds background knowledge about where Earth’s water is found (oceans, glaciers/ice caps, lakes/rivers, underground aquifers, air as vapor). Introduces key science ideas about what water is made of (hydrogen + oxygen; water as a compound; H₂O; molecule). Highlights an important property of water: when it freezes, it expands and floats , allowing fish to swim below lake ice. Connects science to real life by describing how people move and clean water (pipes, filters, treatment) and why keeping water clean matters. Learning Goals Students will explain what happens to some puddle water when it shrinks in the sun. Students will describe at least three places water is found on Earth or in living things, using details from the text. Students will identify what scientists learned in the late 1700s about what water is made from. Students will explain why ice can float on liquid water, based on the passage. Students will describe one way people make water safer to drink that is stated in the text. Key Vocabulary From the Text vapor — water as an invisible gas in the air. glaciers — large masses of ice that store fresh water. aquifers — underground places where water is stored. compound — something made from two different gases joined together. molecule — a tiny particle that makes up water (H₂O). FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS AND ENCYCLOPEDIA INDEX HERE
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Yogurt Reading Comprehension Passage - Cored Ed Encyclopedia
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This yogurt reading comprehension with lesson plan includes: Visualization (on the front cover) Start your lesson by taking a minute to think and share something about the topic. Read the script aloud (slowly), perhaps prepare some music or sound effects. Student close their eyes and let their imaginations wander. Students open their eyes, read the question aloud and give them a few minutes to complete. Ask a few students to share or keep answers until the end to compare with what they learn in the passage. Quick pause—thousands of Cored Education products are included with your TeachSimple membership. Download links and encyclopedia index available here. 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. Give 1 minute for students to write what they already know (no pressure—best guess is fine). Read the five facts together. After each fact, do ask a student for their opinion, was it surprising? Set a purpose by asking students to highlight/underline one fact they want to learn more about during the reading. 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. First, ask students to look at the headings and see what they’ll learn about today. What do they know about the topic/heading? First read options: Teacher read-aloud (best for support). Partner reading (paragraph by paragraph). While reading, students underline important details, and vocabulary words they think may come up in the questions section. 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. Students complete the mcqs first independently, then review quickly as a class. For the 3 written responses, try to get students giving the answer with some form of evidence: “I think ___ because the text says ___.” If students get stuck, send them back to check the passage. 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. Before starting, have some students read out words they underlined in the passage. Ask students to say the word and read aloud the sentence(s) around each word. Ask students to do scrambled words and the matching exercise in pairs then go through answers as a class. For the scrambled spelling task, get four pairs to come up to the board and write the words for extra practice with the other student reading out the clue. For the matching task, prompt students to give full sentences: “I matched ___ with ___ because ___.” 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. Before starting, ask students write down 3 key ideas they are going to include in their piece. Ask students for ideas to share around the class to help those struggling. Pro writing expectations: 5–8 sentences At least 2 facts or details from the passage At least 2 vocabulary words from the previous page Students read their paragraphs while classmates listen for facts and vocabulary words. 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. Lesson Plan Included Customized lesson plan for this lesson is included. Lesson Snapshot Title: Yogurt Genre: Nonfiction (informational text) Subject: Science (food science/microbiology) & Informational Reading Primary Topic: How yogurt forms, bacteria “helpers,” and history Estimated Guided Reading Level (A–Z): R What This Lesson Teaches Best Explains that warm milk can change during travel , becoming thicker and a little sour, and people learned this new food could last longer than fresh milk. Teaches the science of yogurt-making: tiny bacteria eat sugar in milk and make lactic acid , which helps milk proteins clump so yogurt turns thick and creamy. Shows why warmth matters : keeping milk warm for several hours gives the tiny workers time to do their job. Builds a brief history of how yogurt was studied and spread, including a 1905 observation by Stamen Grigorov and later interest from Ilya Metchnikov that helped it become better known in Europe. Connects history to modern life by describing how Isaac Carasso began selling yogurt in Barcelona and how yogurt comes in many styles today, including fruit-mixed cups and thick strained kinds. Learning Goals Students will describe how yogurt may have been discovered when milk changed during a journey. Students will explain how bacteria help milk turn thick and creamy, using details from the passage. Students will identify why keeping milk warm is important for making yogurt, according to the text. Students will describe what the passage says happened in 1905 that helped people understand yogurt better. Students will sequence key events about yogurt over time (long ago, 1905, 1919) using information from the text. Students will describe a simple home method for making yogurt that is stated in the passage. Key Vocabulary From the Text bacteria — tiny helpers you cannot see without a microscope. lactic acid — an acid bacteria make that changes milk. proteins — milk parts that clump together as yogurt thickens. microscope — a tool used to see tiny living things. cultures — live helpers added to start yogurt thickening. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS AND ENCYCLOPEDIA INDEX HERE
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Caves Reading Comprehension Passage - Cored Ed Encyclopedia
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This caves 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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Gold Reading Comprehension Passage - Cored Ed Encyclopedia
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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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The Frog Prince Lapbook Project Reading & Writing Grades 3 4 5 ELA
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Bring the magic of the timeless tale of The Frog Prince through this The Frog Prince Lapbook Project. Designed for Grades 3, 4 and 5 students, homeschoolers and ESL/EFL learners, this fun and engaging resource is perfect for reading classes, fairy tale unit, reading centers, and assessment tool for reading comprehension activities. What’s Included: •3 The Frog Prince Lapbook Differentiated Reading Passages (Easy, Average, and Hard) •5 The Frog Prince Lapbook Cover Design Choices •2 The Frog Prince Lapbook Name Page Options •1 The Frog Prince Lapbook Inner Overlap Panel •3 The Frog Prince Lapbook Story Summary Sheets •2 The Frog Prince Lapbook Story Message Pages •2 The Frog Prince Lapbook Event Sequence Pockets •6 The Frog Prince Lapbook Illustrated Photocards •3 The Frog Prince Lapbook Sequencing Sets – With 6 story cards each (Easy to Hard levels) •6 The Frog Prince Lapbook Retelling Cards •1 The Frog Prince Lapbook Character Traits Foldable •1 The Frog Prince Lapbook Setting Fold •1 The Frog Prince Lapbook Additional Information Fold •1 The Frog Prince Lapbook Story Rating Page •1 The Frog Prince Lapbook Reflection Fold
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The Emperor’s New Clothes Lapbook Project ELA Grades 3 4 5
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Start the parade through the classic tale of The Emperor’s New Clotheswith this The Emperor’s New ClothesLapbook Project! Perfect for reading classes, ELA activities, reading centers, reading comprehension supplemental tool, reading project, subplan and so much more! What’s Inside: 3 The Emperor’s New ClothesLapbook Leveled Reading Passages (Easy, Average, Hard) 6 The Emperor’s New ClothesLapbook Customizable Lapbook Covers 2 The Emperor’s New ClothesLapbook Name Page Formats (for solo or group project) 1 The Emperor’s New ClothesLapbook Inner Overlap Template 3 The Emperor’s New ClothesLapbook Story Summary Pages 2 The Emperor’s New ClothesLapbook Moral Message Pages 2 The Emperor’s New ClothesLapbook Event Pockets 6 The Emperor’s New ClothesLapbook Story Sequence Cards 3 The Emperor’s New ClothesLapbook Sets of Sequence Cards (graded by difficulty – 6 per set) 6 The Emperor’s New ClothesLapbook Retelling Cards 1 The Emperor’s New ClothesLapbook Character Traits Fold 1 The Emperor’s New ClothesLapbook Setting Fold to 1 The Emperor’s New ClothesLapbook Extra Info Fold 1 The Emperor’s New ClothesLapbook Story Review Page 1 The Emperor’s New ClothesLapbook Personal Reflection Fold
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Whales Reading Comprehension Passage - Cored Ed Encyclopedia
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This whales reading comprehension with lesson plan includes: Visualization (on the front cover) Start your lesson by taking a minute to think and share something about the topic. Read the script aloud (slowly), perhaps prepare some music or sound effects. Student close their eyes and let their imaginations wander. Students open their eyes, read the question aloud and give them a few minutes to complete. Ask a few students to share or keep answers until the end to compare with what they learn in the passage. Quick pause—thousands of Cored Education products are included with your TeachSimple membership. Download links and encyclopedia index available here. 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. Give 1 minute for students to write what they already know (no pressure—best guess is fine). Read the five facts together. After each fact, do ask a student for their opinion, was it surprising? Set a purpose by asking students to highlight/underline one fact they want to learn more about during the reading. 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. First, ask students to look at the headings and see what they’ll learn about today. What do they know about the topic/heading? First read options: Teacher read-aloud (best for support). Partner reading (paragraph by paragraph). While reading, students underline important details, and vocabulary words they think may come up in the questions section. 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. Students complete the mcqs first independently, then review quickly as a class. For the 3 written responses, try to get students giving the answer with some form of evidence: “I think ___ because the text says ___.” If students get stuck, send them back to check the passage. 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. Before starting, have some students read out words they underlined in the passage. Ask students to say the word and read aloud the sentence(s) around each word. Ask students to do scrambled words and the matching exercise in pairs then go through answers as a class. For the scrambled spelling task, get four pairs to come up to the board and write the words for extra practice with the other student reading out the clue. For the matching task, prompt students to give full sentences: “I matched ___ with ___ because ___.” 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. Before starting, ask students write down 3 key ideas they are going to include in their piece. Ask students for ideas to share around the class to help those struggling. Pro writing expectations: 5–8 sentences At least 2 facts or details from the passage At least 2 vocabulary words from the previous page Students read their paragraphs while classmates listen for facts and vocabulary words. 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. Lesson Plan Included Customized lesson plan for this lesson is included. Lesson Snapshot Title: Whales Genre: Nonfiction (informational text) Subject: Life Science / Informational Reading Primary Topic: Whales as mammals, feeding types, fossils, human impacts Estimated Guided Reading Level (A–Z): Q What This Lesson Teaches Best Whales are mammals that breathe air with lungs through blowholes , so they must surface as part of everyday life. Whales can have two different feeding tools : baleen plates that strain food like krill, or sharp teeth used to grab fish or squid. Fossils provide evidence that early whale relatives were land mammals and changed over millions of years to live in the ocean. Human activity affects whales today (fishing gear tangles, ships strike, and loud noise can fill the water where whales communicate), and scientists use tracking tools to help protect them. Learning Goals Students will explain why whales rise to the surface using details about breathing and blowholes. Students will compare how baleen whales and toothed whales get food, using evidence from the text. Students will describe what fossils show about where whales came from long ago. Students will identify one modern problem that can make whale communication harder, based on the passage. Students will describe at least one way scientists track whales to protect them, using details from the text. Key Vocabulary From the Text blowholes — nostrils on top of a whale’s head. baleen — mouth plates that strain tiny food from water. krill — tiny sea creatures baleen whales hold onto. streamlined — shaped to move smoothly through water. fossils — old remains in rock that give clues. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS AND ENCYCLOPEDIA INDEX HERE
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Reindeer Reading Comprehension Passage - Cored Ed Encyclopedia
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This reindeer reading comprehension includes: Visualization (on the front cover) Start your lesson by taking a minute to think and share something about the topic. Read the script aloud (slowly), perhaps prepare some music or sound effects. Student close their eyes and let their imaginations wander. Students open their eyes, read the question aloud and give them a few minutes to complete. Ask a few students to share or keep answers until the end to compare with what they learn in the passage. Quick pause—thousands of Cored Education products are included with your TeachSimple membership. Download links and encyclopedia index available here. 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. Give 1 minute for students to write what they already know (no pressure—best guess is fine). Read the five facts together. After each fact, do ask a student for their opinion, was it surprising? Set a purpose by asking students to highlight/underline one fact they want to learn more about during the reading. 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. First, ask students to look at the headings and see what they’ll learn about today. What do they know about the topic/heading? First read options: Teacher read-aloud (best for support). Partner reading (paragraph by paragraph). While reading, students underline important details, and vocabulary words they think may come up in the questions section. 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. Students complete the mcqs first independently, then review quickly as a class. For the 3 written responses, try to get students giving the answer with some form of evidence: “I think ___ because the text says ___.” If students get stuck, send them back to check the passage. 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. Before starting, have some students read out words they underlined in the passage. Ask students to say the word and read aloud the sentence(s) around each word. Ask students to do scrambled words and the matching exercise in pairs then go through answers as a class. For the scrambled spelling task, get four pairs to come up to the board and write the words for extra practice with the other student reading out the clue. For the matching task, prompt students to give full sentences: “I matched ___ with ___ because ___.” 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. Before starting, ask students write down 3 key ideas they are going to include in their piece. Ask students for ideas to share around the class to help those struggling. Pro writing expectations: 5–8 sentences At least 2 facts or details from the passage At least 2 vocabulary words from the previous page Students read their paragraphs while classmates listen for facts and vocabulary words. 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. Lesson Plan Included Customized lesson plan for this lesson is included. Lesson Snapshot Title: Reindeer Genre: Nonfiction (informational text) Subject: Life Science (Animals & Habitats) Primary Topic: Reindeer adaptations, migration, and human connections Estimated Guided Reading Level (A–Z): R What This Lesson Teaches Best How reindeer are adapted for cold places (thick coat; wide hooves for soft snow and soggy tundra). How reindeer find food when conditions are harsh (digging through snow to reach lichen). Migration and seasonal movement (some herds travel long journeys; more than 600 miles north in summer, then south again). How people and reindeer have influenced each other (communities watching hoofprints, herding partnerships, reindeer helping with travel and providing resources). A conservation-style question about changing winters (warming turning soft snow into hard ice that seals food away). Learning Goals Students will describe where reindeer live using details from the text (Arctic and subarctic lands). Students will explain two body features that help reindeer in winter conditions. Students will describe how reindeer get food when it is scarce, using the text’s example. Students will explain how long journeys relate to seasons and survival in the passage. Students will describe one way people have interacted with or depended on reindeer in the text. Key Vocabulary From the Text subarctic — very cold region just below the Arctic. tundra — open, cold land with few trees. hoofprints — marks left by hooves in the ground or snow. lichen — crusty plantlike growth on rocks and ground. Vulnerable — at risk of harm or shrinking in number. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS AND ENCYCLOPEDIA INDEX HERE
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The Sandman Lapbook Project Reading & Writing Grades 3 4 5 ELA
ESL, Language Development, ELA, Children’s Literature, Literature, Literary Devices, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Strategies, Grade 3, 4, 5, Centers, Activities, Crafts, Projects, Assessments, Teacher Tools, Graphic Organizers, Templates
Take a trip into a meaningful learning experience with this The SandmanLapbook Project made for Grades 3, 4, and 5 learners, homeschoolers, and EFL/ESL students. This resource set is packed with interactive activities for reading classes, reading centers, reading comprehension supplemental assessment tool, fairy tale units, and so much more! Contents: • 3 The SandmanLapbook Differentiated Reading Passages (Easy, Average, Hard) • 6 The SandmanLapbook Unique Cover Options • 2 The SandmanLapbook Name Page Versions • 1 The SandmanLapbook Center Page • 3 The SandmanLapbook Story Summary Templates • 2 The SandmanLapbook Theme and Message Pages • 2 The SandmanLapbook Sequencing Pockets • 6 The SandmanLapbook Picture Event Cards • 3 The SandmanLapbook Event Sequencing Sets – Easy, Average, Hard (6 cards each) • 6 The SandmanLapbook Retell Cue Cards • 1 The SandmanLapbook Character Foldable • 1 The SandmanLapbook Setting Fold • 1 The SandmanLapbook Story Elements Foldout • 1 The SandmanLapbook Book Rating Page • 1 The SandmanLapbook Personal Connection Page
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Tags The Nightingale, Reading Comprehension, ELA Projects, Fairy Tale
Letter of the Week Letter H Printables Phonics Activities Pack
Phonics, Language Development, ELA, Pre-Reading, Kindergarten, Preschool, Homeschool Curriculum, Homeschool Templates, Grade 1, Centers, Activities, Crafts, Coloring Pages, Worksheets, Worksheets & Printables, Crosswords Puzzles, Dot To Dots, Mazes, Word Searches
Make learning the Letter H a hands-on adventure with this fun, no-prep phonics resource! Designed for preschool and kindergarten students, this Letter of the Week Letter H Pack features a mix of print-and-go worksheets and interactive Boom Cards that build early literacy and fine motor skills. With 78 printable pages and 31 digital Boom Cards , students will practice identifying, tracing, and using uppercase and lowercase H through movement, play, and visual learning. ✏️ What’s Included: 📄 Printable Worksheets Letter H Poster + 6 Visual Vocabulary Cards Booklet Cover + ‘About Me’ Page Tracing & Writing Uppercase and Lowercase H Letter H Sorting, Spinning (with review: I, C, K), and Finding Activities Drawing & Coloring the Letter H Sound Recognition for /a/, /s/, /t/, /n/, /p/, /i/, /c/ Mazes, Dot-to-Dot, Dab the Dots, Geoboard & Color by Code Visual Cutouts for Letter H Nursery Rhyme Link: Hickory Dickory Dock Word Family Practice Sheets: -an, -at, -ap, -in, -it, -ip Summary Sheet for Review 🎨 Crafts & Literacy Extras “I’m a Letter H Champ” Crown & Bracelet Mini Flipbook with Letter H Words & Visuals One-Page Visual Word Booklet Sight Word Flipbook Horse-Themed Finger Puppets (6 per page) Matching Stick Puppet Templates (4 per page) Letter H Word Wheel (6 Visual Vocabulary Sections) 💻 Boom Cards – 31 Digital Activities Uppercase and Lowercase H Formation & Recognition Letter H Name and Sound Practice Puzzle Matching: Uppercase and Lowercase H Drag-and-Drop Sorting Activities Visual Reveal Game (Letter H Pictures) Sentence Usage Practice: Capital H vs Lowercase h 🎯 Perfect For: Letter of the Week Curriculum Phonics & Fine Motor Practice Literacy Centers & Morning Work Small Group & Individual Support Homework or Home Learning ⭐ Bonus: Includes both US and British English spelling versions to support diverse classrooms. Give your students a strong start with this Letter H phonics and handwriting pack —designed to make early literacy fun, effective, and engaging!
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Letter of the Week Letter G Printables Activity Pack Phonics Worksheet
Common Core, Phonics, Language Development, ELA, Pre-Reading, Kindergarten, Preschool, Homeschool Curriculum, Homeschool Templates, Grade 1, Centers, Activities, Crafts, Worksheets, Worksheets & Printables, Coloring Pages, Crosswords Puzzles, Dot To Dots, Mazes, Word Searches
Teach your students the letter G with confidence using this fun, no-prep Letter of the Week Letter G Activity Pack ! Designed for preschool and kindergarten learners, this comprehensive resource includes 80 printable pages and 31 Boom Cards to help your students master uppercase and lowercase G through engaging, phonics-based practice. From coloring and tracing to puzzles, mazes, crafts, and digital games, this letter G bundle combines literacy learning and fine motor skills in one teacher-friendly pack. ✏️ What’s Included: 📄 Printable Worksheets Letter G Poster + 6 Visual Vocabulary Cards Booklet Cover + 'About Me' Page Tracing and Writing Uppercase and Lowercase G Letter G Sorting, Spinning (with review: R & H), and Finding Activities Drawing and Coloring the Letter G Sound Recognition: Initial Sounds of C, D, E, G, L Mazes, Dot-to-Dots, Puzzles, Dab the Dots Color by Code, Visual Cutouts & Geoboard Practice Reading Word Families: -ag, -eg, -ig Summary Sheet for Review 🎨 Crafts & Literacy Extras “I’m a Letter G Champ” Crown & Bracelet Mini Flipbook with Letter G Words & Visuals One-Page Mini Booklet & Sight Word Flipbook Goat-Themed Finger Puppets (6 per page) Stick Puppet Templates (4 per page) Letter G Word Wheel (6 Vocabulary Sections) 💻 Boom Cards – 31 Digital Activities Formation & Recognition of Uppercase and Lowercase G Letter G Name and Sound Activities Puzzle Matching (Uppercase vs Lowercase G) Drag-and-Drop Sorting: Uppercase/Lowercase Visual Reveal Game (G Sound Pictures) Sentence Practice: Uppercase G vs Lowercase g 🎯 Perfect For: Letter of the Week Instruction Phonics Centers & Morning Work Small Groups or 1:1 Intervention Homework or Distance Learning Fine Motor Skill Development ⭐ Bonus: Separate versions with US and British English spellings included! Give your early learners the tools they need to recognize, write, and use the Letter G with confidence and creativity!
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Fall Number Flashcards – 0–30 Memory and Sequencing Games
Holiday & Seasonal, ELA, Special Resources, Special Education Needs (SEN), Seasons, Fall, Math, Early Math, Numbers, Counting, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, Activities, Games, Worksheets & Printables, Quizzes and Tests, Teacher Tools, Quizzes, Projects, Flashcards, Word Problems, Centers
Fall Numbers Memory Game Bring autumn fun into your math lessons! This set of fall-themed flashcards gives students repeated practice with numbers from 0 to 30 in a playful and flexible format. I first made these for my kindergarten class, when many of my students still needed support with recognizing numbers and putting them in the right order. The cards worked well because they could be used in so many different ways without having to prepare something new each time. There are 228 cards in total, divided into six full sets with different colored borders. The colors make it easy to keep groups organized, since each table can use a separate set without mixing the cards together. Each card shows a single number in a large, clear font, which helps beginning learners and also supports students who struggle with visual distractions. The cards can be used for memory or matching games, where students flip over two at a time and try to find pairs. Another favorite activity in my class has been sequencing: students work together to lay the cards out from 0 to 30. For more active lessons, we sometimes spread the cards on the floor and have students “walk” the numbers in order, which adds movement to the practice. I also use the cards as simple flashcards, holding them up for quick recognition drills, or handing one card to each student and asking the group to line up in numerical order. With partners, students have created their own math problems using the numbers they draw, which adds a layer of challenge for more advanced learners. Differentiation is built in, since you can choose how many numbers to include. With beginners, I usually work with 0–10. As students grow more confident, I extend to 0–20 and eventually the full 0–30. Adding a timer or encouraging students to say each number out loud when they play can make the activity even more engaging. Preparation is straightforward: print the set you want, cut the cards, and laminate if you plan to reuse them. I keep each set in small envelopes or bags so they are ready for math centers, group games, or quick warm-ups. The fall design adds a seasonal touch, but the number practice is useful all year long. 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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Tags Foreign Languages, Game, Educational Card Games, Elementary, Fall, Memory, Numbers, Counting, Autumn, Math
Candy Reading Comprehension 1 Lesson Sample Google Slides
ELA, Language Development, Resources for Teachers, Vocabulary, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Common Core, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Teacher Tools, Centers, Activities, Assessments, Tests, Quizzes and Tests, Presentations, Quizzes
THIS IS A ONE LESSON FREE SAMPLE OF THE FOLLOWING PRODUCT: Themed Reading Comprehension Passages Series - Candy This reading comprehension series is built for grades 2 to 5 and keeps things simple, clear, and easy to use. Every title follows a fun, kid-friendly theme and comes with two passage levels, one written for grades 2 to 3 and a more challenging version for grades 4 to 5. Students then work through a mix of follow-up pages that check understanding in different ways: multiple-choice questions, short written responses, scrambled words, a quick summary, and a theme-based word problem. Answer keys are included, so prep stays minimal. Each resource also comes in nine classroom-friendly formats, so you can choose what fits your setup: print or digital, editable or ready to go, and even self-grading options. Because the layout stays consistent, it is easy to plug into whole-class lessons, small groups, literacy centers, morning work, fast finisher tubs, sub plans, or home learning. It is a straightforward way to build comprehension, practice reading skills in context, and strengthen written responses without adding extra steps for you. Candy Lesson List Note: This product has titles different to those in the rest of the themed series. 1. Candy Types 2. Candy Flavors 3. Candy Shapes and Colors 4. Candy Ingredients 5. Candy Fun Facts GOOGLE SLIDES VERSION The same editable layout as PPT, but in the cloud for easy sharing, student access, and instant updates. Other versions are available in the links list below or in the full catalog. How to Use These Lessons Perfect for: Morning work or early-finisher bins Guided reading blocks or comprehension warmups Literacy centers or small-group rotations Holiday/seasonal review lessons Independent stations, sub plans, or take-home enrichment More Candy Themed Products CROSSWORDS WORDSEARCHES MAZES FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE Themed Reading Links Addition Animals Around the Home Birthday FORMATS: -FORMAL ASSESSMENT VERSION -PRESENTABLE PDF -PPT -SLIDES - PDF -FILLABLE PDF -WORD -FORMS -DOCS SUPPLEMENTARY MATERIALS (COMING SOON): -VISUAL READING PASSAGE VIDEO -GUIDED LEARNING VIDEO -LESSON PLANS Candy FORMATS: -FORMAL ASSESSMENT VERSION -PRESENTABLE PDF -PPT -SLIDES -PDF -FILLABLE PDF -WORD -FORMS -DOCS SUPPLEMENTARY MATERIALS (COMING SOON): -VISUAL READING PASSAGE VIDEO -GUIDED LEARNING VIDEO -LESSON PLANS Christmas Cinco de Mayo Clothes Colors Days and Months Division Earth Day Easter Easy Mazes Fall Father's Day Food Geography (Set 1) Geography (Set 2) Geography (Set 3) Graduation Health History (Set 1) History (Set 2) History (Set 3) Human Body Kindness Life Skills Mother's Day Multiplication Science (Set 1) Science (Set 2) Science (Set 3) Shapes Social Skills Spring Sports St. Patrick's Day Subtraction Summer Thanksgiving Transport Valentine's Day Winter Free One Lesson Themes Chinese New Year Lunar New Year Halloween Pink Shirt Day Independence Day Juneteenth President's Day Groundhog Day Readings in Depth Structure Each resource is built around a focused sub-theme within the broader topic. Students read two leveled passages (Grades 2–3 and Grades 4–5), then move through a short, consistent sequence of activities that checks understanding and keeps momentum: multiple-choice, brief written responses, a scrambled-words review, a compact summary task, and a light theme-linked word problem. The flow is predictable for students, but varied enough to feel fresh across topics. Each completed resource includes: Two differentiated reading passages (lower and upper level) A multiple-choice comprehension page Short written-response questions A scrambled-words or quick vocabulary check A brief summary activity A simple, theme-connected word problem Answer keys for fast marking and easy self-checking Nine classroom-friendly formats, including print, editable, digital, and self-grading options Themes Included These readings span a wide range of age-appropriate, high-interest topics, such as: Seasons and celebrations Real-world science and nature Community, character, and life skills Everyday high-frequency themes students already enjoy Each title connects to familiar experiences while strengthening comprehension, vocabulary in context, and clear written expression. Easy extensions (optional): Read twice: first for gist, second to highlight key details Write two “right there” questions and swap with a partner Create a 3-bullet fact list or mini mind map Turn the summary into a 3-sentence retell using sequence words Add one extra math question connected to the topic Compare the two levels: what details appear in both? Differentiation tips: Pre-teach 2–3 key words with quick examples Offer sentence starters for written responses Use partner reading: one reads aloud, one tracks evidence Allow highlighting or underlining before answering questions Provide a shorter chunking option for students who need breaks Encourage confident readers to justify answers with a quoted detail For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
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Science Reading Comprehension on Motion and Energy (Google Drive)
ELA, Reading, Common Core, ESL, Language Development, Vocabulary, Resources for Teachers, Physics, Science, Grade 5, 6, 7, Presentations, Teacher Tools, Quizzes and Tests, Tests, Assessments, Worksheets, Worksheets & Printables, Centers, Activities
Reading Comprehension on Motion and Energy for Physical Science Motion and Energy: Reading Passages Physical Science Optimized for Grades 5-6, this science reading bundle offers a streamlined approach to assigning, evaluating, and reviewing reading assignments. Complete with detailed answer keys, abundant illustrations to clarify complex subjects, and engaging topics, it provides a comprehensive yet enjoyable learning experience. Don't miss out on this science reading comprehension toolkit – explore its potential in your classroom today! What's inside this Google Drive product? Part 2 - Motion & Energy Reading Passage 1: Kinetic & Potential Energy Reading Passage 2: Force & Motion Reading Passage 3: Simple Machines Reading Passage 4: Simple Machines 2 Reading Passage 5: Thermal Energy Reading Passage 6: Sound & Light Energy Product Info: 37 PAGES (Docs Version: US English with Answers) 6 FORMS (Self-Grading) 258 Slides (With fillable boxes included) Teaching Duration: 2 Weeks Science Reading Comprehension Outline: Introducing a comprehensive resource tailored for 5th and 6th graders, this product offers enriching reading passages supplemented with illustrative pictures and graphs to clarify key concepts. Aligned with the Common Core State Standards (CCSS), it offers a hassle-free approach to teaching, given that the bulk of the preparation is already done for you. The passages present a diverse set of questions – from multiple choice to data analysis and fill-in-the-blanks. This ensures a rich blend of high-interest content and fundamental curriculum -based science themes. With its versatility, you can seamlessly integrate these lessons into various classroom settings, whether it's whole class discussions, morning exercises, independent desk tasks, small group engagements, contingency plans for substitute teachers, regular homework assignments, or even themed activities for holidays. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE Grade 5/6 Links: Physical Science Part 1 - Physical and Chemical Properties Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Pack Accompanying Videos Physical Science Part 2 - Motion and Energy Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Pack Accompanying Videos Physical Science Part 3 - Electricity and Magnets Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Pack Accompanying Videos Life Science Part 1 - Cells, Reproduction and Genetics Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Pack Accompanying Videos Life Science Part 2 - Human Body Systems Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Pack Accompanying Videos Life Science Part 3 - Plant Parts and Ecosystems Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Pack Accompanying Videos Earth Science Part 1 - Plate Tectonics and Rock Cycle Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Pack Accompanying Videos Earth Science Part 2 - Ocean Exploration and Natural Resources Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Pack Accompanying Videos Earth Science Part 3 - Weather and Solar System Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Pack Accompanying Videos For similar products and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple .
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