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Enhance learning through tactile experiences with cut and paste activities that combine creativity and skill development. This collection includes sorting exercises, craft projects, and interactive worksheets. By integrating these activities into your lessons, you can support manual dexterity and engagement.
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Heart Words - Compile Your Own Digital Flash Card Set + Print & Go
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Phonics, Vocabulary, Spelling, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Teacher Tools, Presentations, Worksheets & Printables, Flashcards, Activities
Heart Words - Compile Your Own Digital Flash Card Set + Print & Go This comprehensive teaching tool provides everything needed to teach and practice all 220 Dolch Sight Words. Targeted at students from early learning stages up to Grade 3, this resource is versatile and user-friendly. Understanding Heart Words The term Heart Word refers to high-frequency words where a portion of the word is spelled irregularly. This resource focuses on three types of Heart Words: Flash words: These are words that students should instantly recognize. Temporary Heart words: These have regular phonics patterns yet unknown to them. Permanent Heart words: These contain insanitary spelling but need memorization. Included in the Product This package includes five sets of digital flashcards , a PowerPoint file for creating personalized sets, and printable options with pre-primer through third grade level primer cards. Below are more detailed descriptions: Digital flashcards : Cover pre-primer sight words with helpful indicators such as hearts, single sound indicators, silent letter indicators etc. A PowerPoint file: Contains a build-your-own-set feature that allows you to create your own interactive teaching or review sets. List of Pre-Primer through Third Grade Level Primer Cards: Available both as black&white edition or coloured ones plus appropriate word lists for various proficiency levels from early learning through third-grade literacy educations. To conclude – this digital product ensures an engaging and interactive experience for today's digitally savvy children while simultaneously aiding teachers' experience with its coherent functionality allowing greater focus on teaching rather than organizing resources. Note: This resource supports Common Core Standards RF.K.3 and RF.K.3c in Language Arts focusing on areas such as ESL, Phonics, Vocabulary and Spelling.
Author Tom's Talk
Tags Dolch Sight Words, Heart Words, Flashcards, Digital Learning, Teaching Resource
Adjectives Practice Questions - Grades 1-2 Grammar (PPT)
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Grammar, Common Core, Resources for Teachers, Grade 1, 2, Teacher Tools, Presentations, Assessments, Tests, Quizzes and Tests, Activities
Adjectives Grammar Practice MCQS: 10 lessons, 150 MCQS, 350 slides ELA MCQS Overview: In this series of lessons, students will embark on an engaging exploration of the grammar skills that bring our language to life. These lessons are designed to help students identify, understand, and effectively use language arts skills in their writing and speech. Used with the free supplementary materials available for all topics, each lesson builds on the last, offering a mix of direct instruction, interactive group activities, and independent practice. Through fun and creative tasks, students will learn how to recognize grammar in sentences, understand their role in sentences and use them to enhance their own writing and speech. Adjectives Overview: Includes: Identifying Adjectives Gap Filling Comparatives Superlatives Additional Practice PPT Version This is the PPT interactive and editable version, also includes fillable answer sheet at the end. This download is available in GOOGLE Docs, GOOGLE Forms, GOOGLE Slides. PDF, PPT, WORD, check the links below for more details. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE Grade 1/2 Links: Capitalization and Punctuation Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Adjectives Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Nouns Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Pronouns Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Verbs Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Prefixes & Suffixes Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Sentence Structure Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Subject-Verb Agreement Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack ELA Review Questions Overview Questions have three answer choices. There are a handful of pictures on each test for aesthetic purposes, as well as a review sheet covering most of the topics covered in the product. Introduction or Example Sheet Each topic will include an introduction or example sheet to go through first with your students. Full Answer Keys Full answer keys and sample responses are provided so no matter how busy you are, you know you're covered! In the Supplementary Pack Interactive Ice Breakers: Fun, hands-on activities that get students thinking about adjectives right from the start. Guided Practice: Teacher-led exercises that reinforce the day’s lesson, ensuring students can confidently identify and use adjectives. Group and Partner Tasks: Collaborative activities that allow students to work together to solve problems, categorize adjectives, and create descriptive sentences. Independent Worksheets: Structured worksheets that provide individual practice and help solidify understanding of key concepts. Exit Tasks: Quick, reflective activities at the end of each lesson that assess understanding and encourage students to apply what they’ve learned. For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
Author Cored Education
Tags Elementary, Answers, Ccss, Common Core, Grammar, Language Arts, Test, Test Prep, Mcq, Ela
Social Studies Reading Passages: Our Planet and Human Impact (Word)
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Strategies, Resources for Teachers, Social Studies, Geography, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, Writing Prompts, Worksheets & Printables, Centers, Activities, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Quizzes and Tests, Quizzes, Tests
Social Studies Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions: Our Planet: Natural Extremes and Human Impact (Word) This resource introduces a collection of Social Studies reading comprehension passages with questions about Our Planet: Natural Extremes and Human Impact. The passages are carefully designed to bridge the gap between social studies and literacy through strengthening reading comprehension and sparking knowledge curiosity in middle school students. Each passage blends English Language Arts skills with accurate social studies content . Ideal for interdisciplinary learning in ELA and Social Studies. Suitable for Grade 9 review, too! What Is Included in this Collection? There are three informational passages (with full answer keys): Remaking Plastic: Turning Waste into Useful Materials Underwater Noise Pollution South America: A Continent of Natural Extremes For Each Passage, students will have multiple tasks to complete as follow: 5 multiple-choice questions targeting main idea, key details, inference, vocabulary in context, and use of evidence 5 vocabulary matching items with clear, student-friendly definitions 5 text-based questions that require citing specific lines or facts 1 summary prompt that asks students to condense central ideas accurately Available Formats for this Resource PDF Fillable PDF Google Docs FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOADING LINKS HERE For more Social Studies Reading Passages, check the following Links: Ancient Civilizations PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Early Empires and Trade Networks PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs The Founding of the United States PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Language, Culture, and Meaning PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Psychology and Society PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Global Festivals and Traditions PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Extreme Environments and People PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Food, Culture, and Preservation PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Global Food Customs PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Media, Communication, and Popular Culture PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Human Impact on the Environment PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Civic Action and Social Change PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Fashion, Society, and Power PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs People, Places, and Unusual Histories PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Product Details Length: 15 pages total Grades: 6–8, also suitable for Grade 9 review Use cases: close reading, stations, homework, intervention, test prep, and sub plans Why Teachers Choose This Set Authentic social studies content paired with rigorous literacy practice Consistent task structure across all passages for easier planning and smoother student routines Clear, age-appropriate writing that builds confidence without oversimplifying Use this set to reinforce ELA skills in social studies, to add literacy to your lessons, and to support independent work. The passages strengthen main idea, evidence use, vocabulary in context, inference, cause and effect, and summary writing. With ready-to-use assessments and complete answer keys, you can provide focused practice that is simple to run and fast to review.
Author Middle & High School - CORED Education
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Tags Middle School, Reading Comprehension, Reading Strategies, ELA, Centers, Reading Passage, Assessments, Vocabulary, Social Studies, Geography
Trucks, Planes, and Trains Video Storybook
ELA, Early Learning, Pre-K, Read Alouds, Activities
Trucks, Planes, and Trains Video Storybook The Trucks, Planes, and Trains Video Storybook is a vital educational tool with endless possibilities for teaching contexts - from traditional classrooms to home-based learning. Tailored for early learners, it specifically focuses on advancing language arts skills by diving into the world of different transportation mediums. On exploring trucks, planes and trains in this unique video storybook format, young scholars are exposed not only to realistic illustrations but also to simple sentences provoking reading along. This experience presents a captivating platform where children take in more than just thrilling visuals - they also get involved in the narrative's rhythmic flow and structure that bolsters their emerging literacy skills. The video storybook comes as an MP4 file type with an eBook style format widely adored by educators seeking flexibility in their teaching techniques. The scope of utilizing this resource extends across varying learning settings. In a class-wide setting: Teachers can project it on a big screen triggering group discussion after viewing. In small group activities or independent study: Teachers can instigate critical thinking by making students ponder on each vehicle's purpose featured in the tale, In addition to this product creating a culturally diverse atmosphere enriches students' perspectives through its equivalent Spanish version "Camiones, Aviones y Trenes" aiding them learn basic Spanish words & phrases. By including a second language within curriculum fosters cultural understanding paving way for enormous opportunities for communication skill improvement. Incorporate & Benefit! Addition of this resource into your lesson plan anchors efficient joining up of visual stimuli with structured narratives therefore gripping children’s attention while radically propelling their comprehension capacity. Venture into the exploration of an array of vehicles that drive our everyday world with Trucks, Planes, and Trains Video Storybook—an academic stepping stone to a wider understanding about varying modes of transport presented in a straightforward content ideal for curious young minds ready to learn.
Author Twin Sisters Digital Media
Tags Transportation, Literacy, Early Learning, Language Arts, Multimedia
Past Tense Supplementary Materials Grades 3-4 (PDF)
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Grammar, Common Core, Resources for Teachers, Grade 3, 4, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Quizzes and Tests, Teacher Tools, Tests, Assessments, Activities, Lesson Plans
Past Tense Supplementary Materials Note: This download DOES NOT include the tests themselves. You can still make use of these materials without them but they are recommended. Download in a format of your choice in the "Links" section below. Outline Ice Breaker (5-10 minutes) Engaging, interactive activity to introduce the lesson’s theme. Examples: Matching games, sentence races, charades, or storytelling challenges. Guided Practice (10-15 minutes) Teacher-led exercises to reinforce the concept. Examples: Sorting sentences by tense, sentence transformations, or fill-in-the-gap exercises. Group or Partner Task (15 minutes) Collaborative activity to practice the lesson’s focus in a fun and engaging way. Examples: Role-play, storytelling, sentence-building games, or small-group discussions. Independent Worksheet (15 minutes) Individual written activity to solidify understanding. Examples: Sentence corrections, verb conjugation drills, or tense identification exercises. Exit Task (5 minutes) Quick reflective activity to assess understanding before students leave. Examples: Writing a sentence using the target concept, identifying a tense, or explaining a rule. Links: Includes: Past Simple Past Continuous Past Perfect Mistake Finding Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE Grade 3/4 Links: Adjectives Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Adverbs Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Conjunctions Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Nouns Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Pronouns Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Verbs Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Sentence Structure Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Present Tense Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Past Tense Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Future Tense Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Context Clues Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Defining Words Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Fill the Blanks Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Homophones Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Synonyms Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack ELA Review Questions Overview Questions have three answer choices. There are a handful of pictures on each test for aesthetic purposes, as well as a review sheet covering most of the topics covered in the product. Introduction or Example Sheet Each topic will include an introduction or example sheet to go through first with your students. Full Answer Keys Full answer keys and sample responses are provided so no matter how busy you are, you know you're covered! In the Supplementary Pack Interactive Ice Breakers: Fun, hands-on activities that get students thinking about adjectives right from the start. Guided Practice: Teacher-led exercises that reinforce the day’s lesson, ensuring students can confidently identify and use adjectives. Group and Partner Tasks: Collaborative activities that allow students to work together to solve problems, categorize adjectives, and create descriptive sentences. Independent Worksheets: Structured worksheets that provide individual practice and help solidify understanding of key concepts. Exit Tasks: Quick, reflective activities at the end of each lesson that assess understanding and encourage students to apply what they’ve learned. For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
Author Cored Education
Tags Elementary, Answers, Ccss, Common Core, Grammar, Tests, Test Prep, Grade 3, Grade 4, Lesson Plan
10 Fun Ceramic Projects for Elementary Students
Art, Creative Arts, Graphic Arts, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Crafts, Activities, Projects
An entertaining and simple-to-follow e-book called 10 Fun Ceramic Projects for Elementary Students aims to encourage young students' creativity via practical ceramic art. This resource, which teaches elementary school kids the basics of working with clay through basic techniques like pinching, coiling, and slab building, is ideal for both in-class and at-home study. Beginners may easily complete the ten projects, which include clay monsters, wind chimes, leaf bowls, and pinch pot creatures. Each project includes detailed instructions and a list of basic ingredients. In addition to exposing pupils to three-dimensional art, the activities are designed to foster artistic expression, increase confidence, and develop fine motor abilities. For parents, homeschoolers, or art teachers who want to add creative, hands-on learning to their daily routine, this booklet is perfect. Projects allow for a great deal of individuality and may be modified for a variety of ages and skill levels. Students will enjoy using their imaginations while cultivating a respect for ceramics through projects like creating textured tiles and sculpting animal figures. This ebook provides an enjoyable and instructive experience that kids will love—and proudly take home to show off—whether you're introducing clay for the first time or are searching for new project ideas.
Author Bright Classroom Ideas Marketplace
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Tags Ceramic, Project, Elementary, Pottery, Clay, Craft, Art
Let's Learn Division Audio Book
Math, Multiplication and Division, Multiplication, Grade 3, 4, 5, Read Alouds, Activities
Music, rhythm, and cool melodies help kids master and review strategies for division. This Division audiobook includes songs that teach how to make a Fact Family and to Think Multiplication when computing division facts! Learn divisors and quotients for the facts 0-9. Track List: 1. Division Terminology 2. Rules Of Zero 3. Any Number At All : Dividing by 0 4. It Always Equals One : Dividing by Same Number 5. Just Cut It In Half : Dividing by 2 6. We're Part Of The Same Family : Division 7. We're Learning To Divide And Multiply 8. Don't You Agree? : Dividing by 3 9. Let's Explore The Facts Of Four : Dividing by 4 10. Hey, Do You Know? : Dividing by 5 11. It's The Only Way : Dividing by 6 12. The Quotient Is Seven : Dividing by 7 13. A Little Bit Of Music : Dividing by 8 14. The Fabulous Facts of Nine : Dividing by 9
Author Twin Sisters Digital Media
Tags Division, Math, Divide, Learning, Numbers
Reading Comprehension Passages Fiction Set 4 - School (Google Docs)
ELA, Reading, Common Core, Reading Comprehension, Language Development, Vocabulary, Spelling, Children’s Literature, Literature, Writing, Grade 2, 3, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Writing Prompts, Centers, Activities, Assessments, Teacher Tools, Tests, Quizzes and Tests
Reading Comprehension Passages Fiction Set 4 Overview Fascinating reading comprehension passages, each with an array of activities included. Stories are written for the modern classroom and topics are designed to promote enthusiasm from each student. Each lesson contains a mixed questions section to check understanding, a vocabulary or spelling activity to help remember key language introduced, and a writing exercise. Full answer keys are provided. For a more detailed overview, check the section under the links at the bottom of this description. Passages Include 1.Don't Tell Anyone: Cherie likes to keep secrets, but her friends don't. 2.Roger's Luck: Roger never wins at anything. Will that change today? 3.Starting Third Grade: Mike feels uneasy at starting a new school year. 4.Bridget's New School: Bridget tries (and fails) to fit in at her new school. 5.Changing the Rules: Jenna changes the rules on her first day. 6.My Love of Art: Read about the author's love of art class in this lesson. Google Docs Version This is the Google Docs editable and fillable version. This download is available in GOOGLE Docs, GOOGLE Forms, GOOGLE Slides. PDF, PPT, WORD. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE Grade 2/3 Links Fiction Set 1 - Nature Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Fiction Set 2 - Animals Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Fiction Set 3 - Food Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Fiction Set 4 - School Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Fiction Set 5 - Friends Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Fiction Set 6 - Family Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Fiction Set 7 - Sports Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Nonfiction Set 1 - Technology Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Nonfiction Set 2 - Nutrition Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Nonfiction Set 3 - Animals Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Reading Passages Overview Each passage is especially written for Grade 2-3 students, including key vocabulary required for this age group. Topics are varied and are accompanied by colorful graphics. Topics are meant to educate, yet entertain the modern student. These passages are perfect for the modern classroom. Whereas textbooks can become outdated in no time, any changes to technology or the world will result in updates to this product. Mixed Questions The mixed questions section of each lesson includes a variation of fivecomprehension, vocabulary and math questions. In addition, key reading strategies are frequently covered including cause & effect, summarizing, compare & contrast and making conclusions. Three of the questions will be MCQs and two will require a written response of some kind. Full answers and example responses appear at the end of the lesson. Spelling & Vocab Each reading passage contains a variety of words and phrases designed for Grade 2-3 students. Spelling and vocab activities provide the opportunity to build fluency with these words. As it can become quite mundane doing the same activities over and over, each lesson in a set will contain a different spelling and vocab activity . Writing Prompts Writing prompts are designed to continue the theme or lessons learned in the story. Students are persuaded to write in a variety of ways and each prompt includes several cues to help. As with the spelling/vocab section, writing prompts will vary. This includes research pieces, reading responses, poetry and creative writing prompts. Full Answer Keys Full answer keys and sample responses are provided so no matter how busy you are, you know you're covered! Mixed question answers provide evidence from the text, math questions contain the relevant workings. Answers are designed for use by the teacher, but also suitable as a handout to the student. Additional File One lesson will have an additional file. This is something fun to extend the lesson with. For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
Author Cored Education
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Tags Elementary, Reading, Comprehension, Vocabulary, Answers, Common Core, Spelling, Writing, Digital Centers, Vocabulary Assessments
Reading Passage 12: Electricity, Electrical Circuits, Energy Slides
Science, Physics, Common Core, ESL, Language Development, ELA, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Resources for Teachers, Grade 2, 3, 4, Presentations, Teacher Tools, Tests, Quizzes and Tests, Assessments, Activities
Free Reading Passage on Electricity, Electrical Circuits, and Energy for Physical Science What's inside this free product? Science Reading Comprehension Passage12 : Electricity, Electrical Circuits, and Energy Independent Google Slides Version: This is the independent Google Slides version containingone lesson with full answer keys. Product Info: 28 SLIDES (US English with Answers) Google Slides Version Teaching Duration: 90 Minutes Science Reading Comprehension Outline: Targeted for students in 3rd and 4th grades, these reading passages are enhanced with illustrations and graphs to elucidate critical points. Each lesson aligns with the Common Core State Standards, allowing you to integrate science reading practice effortlessly, knowing that minimal preparation is needed on your part. Each passage comes with a variety of questions in different formats, including multiple-choice formats, data analysis, and fill-in-the-blanks. The topics covered strike a balance between engaging content and core curriculum-based science subjects. Versatile in application, these lessons are suitable for a variety of settings such as whole-class instruction, morning activities, independent desk work, small group discussions, contingency plans for substitute teachers, homework assignments, or even special holiday-themed tasks. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE Grade 3/4 Links: Physical Science Part 1 - Properties of Objects and Materials Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Pack Accompanying Videos Physical Science Part 2 - Position and Motion of Objects Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Pack Accompanying Videos Physical Science Part 3 - Light, Heat, Electricity, Magnetism Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Pack Accompanying Videos Life Science Part 1 - Characteristics of Organisms Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Pack Accompanying Videos Life Science Part 2 - Life Cycles of Organisms Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Pack Accompanying Videos Life Science Part 3 - Organisms and Environments Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Pack Accompanying Videos Earth Science Part 1 - Properties of Earth Materials Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Pack Accompanying Videos Earth Science Part 2 - Changes in the Earth and Sky Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Pack Accompanying Videos Earth Science Part 3 - Objects in the Sky 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 .
Author Cored Education
Tags Science, Elementary, Reading, Comprehension, Vocabulary, Answers, Physics, Physical Science, Ccss, Common Core
Science Reading Comprehension Passage. The Solar System (PDF)
Science, ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Strategies, Resources for Teachers, Space, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, Writing Prompts, Worksheets & Printables, Centers, Activities, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Quizzes and Tests, Quizzes, Tests
Science Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions: The Solar System (PDF) This very engaging science reading passage about The Solar System is designed to bridge the gap between science and literacy through strengthening reading comprehension and sparking scientific curiosity in middle school students. The passage blends English Language Arts skills with accurate science content that supports NGSS classroom practice. Ideal for interdisciplinary learning in ELA and Science. Suitable for Grade 9 review, too! Student Tasks for The Passage: 5 multiple-choice questions targeting main idea, key details, inference, vocabulary in context, and use of evidence 5 vocabulary matching items with clear, student-friendly definitions 5 text-based questions that require citing specific lines or facts 1 summary prompt that asks students to condense central ideas accurately Full answer key for every section Available Formats for this Resource Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOADING LINKS HERE Product Details Length: 5 pages total Grades: 6–8, also suitable for Grade 9 review Use cases: close reading, stations, homework, intervention, test prep, and sub plans Standards support: reinforces informational-text skills and supports NGSS-style sense making through observation, modeling, and clear use of claim, evidence, and reasoning Why Teachers Choose This Set Authentic science content paired with rigorous literacy practice Consistent task structure across all passages for easier planning and smoother student routines Clear, age-appropriate writing that builds confidence without oversimplifying Other Science Reading Collections you May find in the store: 1. Astronomy & Space Science 2. Volcanoes, Rocks, & Mountains 3. Rock Cycle, Soil, & Sinkholes 4. Mars, Glaciers, & Antarctica 5. Water Cycle, Acid Rain, & Wastewater 6. Insects, Animals, & Ecosystems 7. Bioluminescence & Insects 8. Animal Skin, Cats, & T. Rex 9. Human Body and Senses 10. Health & Applied Bioscience 11. Waves, Light, & Imaging 12. Electricity & Energy 13. Motion & Materials 14. Chemistry and Materials Science Use this set to reinforce ELA skills in science, to add literacy to your lessons, and to support independent work. The passages strengthen main idea, evidence use, vocabulary in context, inference, cause and effect, and summary writing. With ready-to-use assessments and complete answer keys, you can provide focused practice that is simple to run and fast to review.
Author Middle & High School - CORED Education
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Tags Middle School, Reading Comprehension, Reading Strategies, ELA, Centers, Reading Passage, Assessments, Vocabulary, Environmental Science, The Solar System
Context Clues Supplementary Materials Grades 3-4 (PDF)
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Common Core, Resources for Teachers, Vocabulary, Grade 3, 4, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Quizzes and Tests, Teacher Tools, Tests, Assessments, Lesson Plans, Activities
Context Clues Supplementary Materials Note: This download DOES NOT include the tests themselves. You can still make use of these materials without them but they are recommended. Download in a format of your choice in the "Links" section below. Outline Ice Breaker (5-10 minutes) Engaging, interactive activity to introduce the lesson’s theme. Examples: Matching games, sentence races, charades, or storytelling challenges. Guided Practice (10-15 minutes) Teacher-led exercises to reinforce the concept. Examples: Sorting sentences by tense, sentence transformations, or fill-in-the-gap exercises. Group or Partner Task (15 minutes) Collaborative activity to practice the lesson’s focus in a fun and engaging way. Examples: Role-play, storytelling, sentence-building games, or small-group discussions. Independent Worksheet (15 minutes) Individual written activity to solidify understanding. Examples: Sentence corrections, verb conjugation drills, or tense identification exercises. Exit Task (5 minutes) Quick reflective activity to assess understanding before students leave. Examples: Writing a sentence using the target concept, identifying a tense, or explaining a rule. Links: Includes: Definitions or Restatements Synonyms Antonyms or Opposites Examples or Explanations Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE Grade 3/4 Links: Adjectives Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Adverbs Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Conjunctions Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Nouns Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Pronouns Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Verbs Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Sentence Structure Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Present Tense Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Past Tense Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Future Tense Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Context Clues Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Defining Words Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Fill the Blanks Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Homophones Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack Synonyms Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Materials Pack ELA Review Questions Overview Questions have three answer choices. There are a handful of pictures on each test for aesthetic purposes, as well as a review sheet covering most of the topics covered in the product. Introduction or Example Sheet Each topic will include an introduction or example sheet to go through first with your students. Full Answer Keys Full answer keys and sample responses are provided so no matter how busy you are, you know you're covered! In the Supplementary Pack Interactive Ice Breakers: Fun, hands-on activities that get students thinking about adjectives right from the start. Guided Practice: Teacher-led exercises that reinforce the day’s lesson, ensuring students can confidently identify and use adjectives. Group and Partner Tasks: Collaborative activities that allow students to work together to solve problems, categorize adjectives, and create descriptive sentences. Independent Worksheets: Structured worksheets that provide individual practice and help solidify understanding of key concepts. Exit Tasks: Quick, reflective activities at the end of each lesson that assess understanding and encourage students to apply what they’ve learned. For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
Author Cored Education
Tags Elementary, Answers, Ccss, Common Core, Tests, Test Prep, Grade 3, Grade 4, Vocabulary, Lesson Plan
6th Grade Math Spiral Review Escape Room Week 4
Math, Grade 5, 6, 7, Worksheets, Worksheets & Printables, Teacher Tools, Activities, Escape Room
Reinforce important 6th grade math skills all week long as your students join these Themed Mini Math Escape Rooms! This activity comes with 5 digital escape room missions that can be used as your weekly spiral review! (Each mission takes about 8-10 minutes to complete.) They make great warm-ups, bell work, early finisher activities, review, or sub plans. Every day feels like a new adventure instead of just another worksheet! Each mini escape room gives students the same skills to practice all week with different problems each day. Students know what to expect, but are never bored! In WEEK 4, students will practice: ✔ Factors & Multiples ✔ Greatest Common Factor (GCF) and Least Common Multiple (LCM) ✔ Simplifying Fractions ✔ Area of Rectangles ✔ Estimation The format is simple, consistent, and easy for students to understand. Each day, they will answer 5 math questions, one from each skill listed above. Then they will take the first number from each answer to create a 5-digit code. When the code is correct, they can move on to the next challenge! This digital, self-checking format gives students immediate feedback and autonomy. Because the procedure stays the same all 5 days, students become independent with the activity, and there is little to no explanation needed after they understand how to make the code! Less prep for you, and smoother transitions. What’s Included: ⭐ 5 digital mini escape room missions (Day 1–Day 5) ⭐ Printable worksheets with matching problems for every mission ⭐ Answer Keys and Codes ⭐ Teacher Directions ⭐ Student Directions ⭐ Consistent Daily Routine Assign the mini escape rooms with individual devices, project them to complete together as a class, assign them during distance learning, or use the printable worksheets in a paper-only classroom! No student accounts are needed to use these online escape rooms! If you're looking for a simple way to engage your students while practicing basic math skills every day, these Mini Math Escape Rooms are the perfect solution!
Author Matemaths
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Tags Matemaths, Worksheet, Word Problems, Decimals, Spiral Review, Warm Up, Exit Ticket
Practical Science: Natural and Processed Materials Activities for 10-12 year olds
Science, Basic Science, Grade 5, 6, 7, Activities
Practical Science: Natural and Processed Materials Activities provides educators with 8 explicit science lessons about natural and processed materials for students ages 10-12. This 28-page PDF equips teachers with the materials and lesson ideas needed to carry out engaging hands-on activities that align to grade 5-7 science standards. Students will compare properties of metals, woods, fabrics, and plastics through observations and investigations. Clear teacher notes explain how to facilitate small groups through measurements, procedures, and discussions that promote critical thinking. Use these supplemental activities to reinforce classification concepts, the properties of matter, or the impacts of processing raw materials. With thoughtful scaffolding, integration ideas, and material lists, teachers can easily implement these engaging practices into science curriculum or homework.
Author Ready-Ed Publications
Tags Science Experiments, Practical Science, Processed Materials, Natural Science Materials, Basic Science Activity
Artificial Intelligence - Teaching PowerPoints for Schools
Computer Science, Technology, Science, STEM, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, Presentations, Teacher Tools, Activities
Introduction This unit of work can be used by schools to teach students about Articial Intelligence Objective At the end of the unit students should have a clear understanding of: What is Artificial Intelligence Its implications for schools and the work place Its implications for society - both positive and negative. Order, Outline and Steps Unit 1 - What is AI - This unit starts by looking at the beginnings of AI use particularly in the twentieth century followed by how it has developed. Some of the Jargon is examined and explained. Unit 2 - Use of AI at Work and its use in Schools - What are the changes that will occur in the work place and schools? Unit 3 - The Opportunities and Challenges of AI for society. - How will society adapt and change for the world of AI. Grades or Ages - Can be used from Grade 8 to Grade 11. Implementation Format You will get two presentations - The teacher presentation contains all the teaching slides, the checkpoints and the activities, whereas the student presentation only includes the teaching slides and checkpoint questions. There are 80 slides in all
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Tags Artificial Intelligence , LLM, Machine Learning, Turin Test, Generative AI, Computer Science, Computing, Internet Safety
Social Studies Reading Passages Fashion, Society, Power (Fillable PDF)
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Social Studies Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions: Fashion, Society, and Power (Fillable PDF) This resource introduces a collection of Social Studies reading comprehension passages with questions about Fashion, Society, and Power. The passages are carefully designed to bridge the gap between social studies and literacy through strengthening reading comprehension and sparking knowledge curiosity in middle school students. Each passage blends English Language Arts skills with accurate social studies content . Ideal for interdisciplinary learning in ELA and Social Studies. Suitable for Grade 9 review, too! These worksheets are designed as fillable PDFs , which means students can type their answers directly into the document on any computer or tablet . Each page includes highlighted text fields that show them exactly where to type! What Is Included in this Collection? There are three informational passages (with full answer keys): Beyond the Price Tag: How Fast Fashion Affects the World The Fur Debate: Ethics, Fashion, and Survival Designing Change: Chanel, Dior, and Women’s Lives For Each Passage, students will have multiple tasks to complete as follow: 5 multiple-choice questions targeting main idea, key details, inference, vocabulary in context, and use of evidence 5 vocabulary matching items with clear, student-friendly definitions 5 text-based questions that require citing specific lines or facts 1 summary prompt that asks students to condense central ideas accurately Available Formats for this Resource PDF Word Docs Google Docs FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOADING LINKS HERE For more Social Studies Reading Passages, check the following Links: Ancient Civilizations PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Early Empires and Trade Networks PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs The Founding of the United States PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Language, Culture, and Meaning PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Psychology and Society PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Global Festivals and Traditions PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Extreme Environments and People PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Food, Culture, and Preservation PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Global Food Customs PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Media, Communication, and Popular Culture PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Human Impact on the Environment PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Civic Action and Social Change PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Fashion, Society, and Power PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs People, Places, and Unusual Histories PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs How to Use These PDFs Click on the highlighted area to start typing your answer. Move to the next question by clicking in the next highlighted box. When you are finished, close the document and select SAVE so your answers stay recorded. If you want to keep a blank copy for later, choose Save As and give your completed version a new name. Product Details Length: 15 pages total Grades: 6–8, also suitable for Grade 9 review Use cases: close reading, stations, homework, intervention, test prep, and sub plans Why Teachers Choose This Set Authentic social studies content paired with rigorous literacy practice Consistent task structure across all passages for easier planning and smoother student routines Clear, age-appropriate writing that builds confidence without oversimplifying Use this set to reinforce ELA skills in social studies, to add literacy to your lessons, and to support independent work. The passages strengthen main idea, evidence use, vocabulary in context, inference, cause and effect, and summary writing. With ready-to-use assessments and complete answer keys, you can provide focused practice that is simple to run and fast to review.
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Tags Middle School, Reading Comprehension, Reading Strategies, ELA, Centers, Reading Passage, Assessments, Vocabulary, Social Studies, Fashion
Social Studies Comprehension Passages: Global Food Customs (Docs)
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Strategies, Resources for Teachers, Social Studies, Sociology, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, Writing Prompts, Worksheets & Printables, Centers, Activities, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Quizzes and Tests, Quizzes, Tests
Social Studies Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions: Global Food Customs (Docs) This resource introduces a collection of Social Studies reading comprehension passages with questions about Global Food Customs. The passages are carefully designed to bridge the gap between social studies and literacy through strengthening reading comprehension and sparking knowledge curiosity in middle school students. Each passage blends English Language Arts skills with accurate social studies content . Ideal for interdisciplinary learning in ELA and Social Studies. Suitable for Grade 9 review, too! What Is Included in this Collection? There are three informational passages (with full answer keys): On the Menu: Why Some Cultures Eat Insects More Than a Drink: Tea Customs Sweet Cravings: Understanding Sugar “Addiction” For Each Passage, students will have multiple tasks to complete as follow: 5 multiple-choice questions targeting main idea, key details, inference, vocabulary in context, and use of evidence 5 vocabulary matching items with clear, student-friendly definitions 5 text-based questions that require citing specific lines or facts 1 summary prompt that asks students to condense central ideas accurately Available Formats for this Resource PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOADING LINKS HERE For more Social Studies Reading Passages, check the following Links: Ancient Civilizations PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Early Empires and Trade Networks PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs The Founding of the United States PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Language, Culture, and Meaning PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Psychology and Society PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Global Festivals and Traditions PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Extreme Environments and People PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Food, Culture, and Preservation PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Global Food Customs PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Media, Communication, and Popular Culture PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Human Impact on the Environment PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Civic Action and Social Change PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Fashion, Society, and Power PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs People, Places, and Unusual Histories PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Product Details Length: 14 pages total Grades: 6–8, also suitable for Grade 9 review Use cases: close reading, stations, homework, intervention, test prep, and sub plans Why Teachers Choose This Set Authentic social studies content paired with rigorous literacy practice Consistent task structure across all passages for easier planning and smoother student routines Clear, age-appropriate writing that builds confidence without oversimplifying Use this set to reinforce ELA skills in social studies, to add literacy to your lessons, and to support independent work. The passages strengthen main idea, evidence use, vocabulary in context, inference, cause and effect, and summary writing. With ready-to-use assessments and complete answer keys, you can provide focused practice that is simple to run and fast to review.
Author Middle & High School - CORED Education
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Tags Middle School, Reading Comprehension, Reading Strategies, ELA, Centers, Reading Passage, Assessments, Vocabulary, Social Studies, Food And Culture
When I Grow Up I Want To Be An Astronaut Audio Book
Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Space, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, 3, Read Alouds, Activities
If you are fascinated with space, you might want to consider being an astronaut. An astronaut needs to study hard in school, be in good health, and work well with others.
Author Twin Sisters Digital Media
Tags Astronaut, Study, Discover, Cover, Space
4th Grade Morning Work | 180 Days Review | Math & ELA | 3rd Quarter
ELA, Math, Grade 4, Centers, Activities, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools, Worksheets & Printables
Grade 4 Morning Work | 3rd Quarter Student Pages + Full-Year Teacher Resources Keep your fourth grade mornings consistent, purposeful, and easy to manage with 45 days of Grade 4 morning work for Quarter 3 . This resource includes ALL teacher resources for the complete 180-day program , while the student practice pages in this pack are specifically for 3rd Quarter: Days 91–135 . What’s Included ⭐ FULL-YEAR TEACHER RESOURCES You receive the complete teacher toolkit for planning, organizing, differentiating, and assessing the entire 180-day Grade 4 morning work program : Teacher Guide Full 36-week Pacing Guide Skills Checklist for tracking student progress Fully Editable Morning Work Schedule Weekly planning support 36-week Year-at-a-Glance Planner Differentiation strategies Complete Answer Key for Days 1–180 Printing and classroom organization guidance 📚 STUDENT PAGES INCLUDED: 3RD QUARTER The student portion of this product includes Days 91–135 , providing 45 days of ready-to-use Grade 4 morning work . Each day includes a two-page set with 24 consistent sections . Page A — Language Arts Grammar Vocabulary Reading comprehension and reading skills Writing Vocabulary Word of the Day Writing Prompt Reading Challenge Morning SEL Check-In Joke of the Day Brain Teaser Growth Mindset Would You Rather Page B — Math & Think Number Sense Mental Math & Fact Fluency Multi-Digit Multiplication Long Division Fractions Decimals Measurement Geometry Data and Graphs Word Problems Math Challenges Daily Enrichment Fun Facts Important: The student practice pages included in this product are Days 91–135 only . The teacher resources and complete Answer Key cover all 180 days . How It Works in the Classroom Use this Grade 4 morning work as a daily bell ringer, morning routine, independent practice, homework, or spiral review. Each two-page daily set takes approximately 10–15 minutes . Students move through Language Arts and Math & Think while you circulate, confer, pull small groups, or prepare for the day. The consistent format makes it easy for students to know what to expect each morning. Use the pages for: Morning work Bell ringers Homework Early finishers Sub plans Small-group warm-ups Math intervention Spiral review Test preparation Independent practice Print the pages two-sided, flipping on the long edge , for one sheet per student per day. You can print one week at a time or staple the Quarter 3 pages into a student packet. Standards & Learning Goals This Grade 4 morning work resource provides daily spiral review across important Grade 4 ELA and math skills. Quarter 3 specifically increases the difficulty in multiplication and division, number sense, and reading comprehension . 📖 ELA Skills Students practice: Grammar and language conventions Vocabulary Prefixes, suffixes, and Greek and Latin roots Context clues Reading comprehension Inference Author's purpose Main idea Theme Writing and constructed responses Revising and editing Reading challenges Quarter 3 places greater emphasis on inference and author's purpose . Students encounter reading passages and targeted reading-skill questions that ask them to think beyond literal recall. Examples include identifying an author's purpose, making inferences from evidence, determining themes, and analyzing details within nonfiction and fiction passages. 🔢 Math Skills Students practice: Number sense Rounding to different place values Mental math and fact fluency Multi-digit multiplication Long division Fractions Decimals Measurement Geometry Data and graphs Word problems Multi-step mathematical reasoning Quarter 3 moves into 3-digit × 1-digit multiplication, larger quotients, and rounding to any place value . Students also continue working with fraction comparison and operations, decimal notation and comparison, elapsed time, perimeter and area, angles, symmetry, graphs, and real-world problem solving. Why Teachers Love It ✨ You get ALL the teacher resources for the entire year. The Teacher Guide, pacing guide, Skills Checklist, editable schedule, differentiation support, and complete 180-day Answer Key are included. ✨ Students get exactly what they need for Quarter 3. Days 91–135 provide a complete 45-day student set for the third quarter. ✨ Save valuable planning time. The daily routine is already organized across ELA, math, enrichment, and engaging thinking activities. ✨ Build student independence. The same 24 sections appear every day, helping students quickly learn the routine and work independently. ✨ True spiral review. Skills return throughout the 180-day program while the difficulty increases. No content repeats across the 180 days. ✨ A built-in difficulty ramp. Quarter 3 moves students into 3-digit multiplication, larger division problems, and rounding to any place value. Reading also shifts toward inference and author's purpose . ✨ Practice real mathematical thinking. Students work with actual graphs, measurement figures, geometry figures, fractions, decimals, and multi-step word problems. ✨ Differentiate with ease. The Teacher Guide recommends assigning only taught sections, highlighting fewer boxes for students needing shorter tasks, reading passages aloud, and using math supports when appropriate. ✨ Support small groups. Use Page B as a quick warm-up for math intervention groups without creating another activity. ✨ Track student growth. Use the Skills Checklist to mark skills as Introduced, Practiced, or Mastered and identify areas needing additional instruction. ✨ Keep mornings engaging. Jokes, brain teasers, growth mindset reflections, SEL check-ins, enrichment challenges, and Would You Rather questions add variety. ✨ Have answers for the whole year. The complete Answer Key covers the Days 1–180 program, so your teacher resources remain useful across every quarter. Looking for Grade 4 morning work for Quarter 3 that saves planning time and keeps students practicing essential skills every day? This pack includes 45 days of student practice (Days 91–135) PLUS ALL teacher resources for the full 180-day program . Give your fourth graders a predictable, engaging morning routine that strengthens ELA and math skills while building independence throughout the school year! Print it, prep it, and make your fourth grade mornings easier! 💛
Author Bright Classroom Ideas Marketplace
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Tags Math, Ela, Morning Work, Back To School
Discovering United Kingdom: Guided Reading Level Q with Lesson Plan
ELA, Resources for Teachers, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Science, Geography, Social Studies, History, Life Sciences, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Grade 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Teacher Tools, Centers, Activities, Literacy Readers, Quizzes, Quizzes and Tests, Assessments, Lesson Plans
This Discovering the United Kingdom (level q) guided reading book with lesson plan includes: Guided Reading Color Label (front cover x1) This is a quick way to match the book’s demands to what students can generally handle.. The overall goal is to use the level/color to pick books for several smaller groups. To qualify for a certain level, a student is expected to read a book from that level with about 90–94% accuracy. If a student is consistently accurate and understands, move up a level. If the student is struggling at that level, drop down and add more support. Each student will improve at completely different rates, but it is generally one of the best ways to check progress across the class. DOWNLOAD THE CATALOG TO VIEW ALL GUIDED READING BOOKS AVAILABLE (SORTED LEVELS A-Z) Pre-Reading Question (x1) Teacher asks the prompt aloud, can be while showing the cover or first page. Students share what they already know, or make educated guesses from the cover. Prompt them to use the target vocabulary. Write some of their responses on the board to look back at during the reading. Vocabulary Words (x5) Introduce the five words, best doing it one at a time. Start by saying it, while students repeat and then see if anyone knows what it means before reading further. Read through the meaning and try to briefly connect each word to a picture or gesture so it’s meaningful. Ask students to flip through the book pages and point to where they see each of the vocabulary words. While reading the book pause upon coming across one of the vocab words or read the sentence twice to make sure students understand the word has appeared. Optional: Ask students to raise hands whenever they see/hear one of the new words. Guided Reading Pages (x10) Check the book snapshot (below) for: primary topic - do you need to prep extra reading or intro materials on this? what is taught best - decide on 1-2 bullets to focus on, use the prompt or words provided here for best results. learning goals - what you are checking for students to be able to do after the session, elicit answers using prompts or words provided. key vocabulary (see section above). questions overview - so you know what is coming up and if you need to prep extra materials to assist understanding. Run the lesson You may have already looked at a few of the pages together, but you can show them some of the pictures again first to set meaning. Depending on how much time you have and how familiar your students are with guided reading class, you may want to read the book aloud first with the group first. Students whisper or partner read, while you listen in. If time, do it as a group, one student reading a page each. Use the guided page’s prompts to coach: “Check the picture / does it make sense?” “Point under the words / try the first sound” “Reread the sentence smoothly”. Try to focus more on one student per session (rotating every time), so you can work out if they are ready to move up or need to move down a level. Comprehension Questions (back cover x3) This is your way to check that students didn’t just say the words, but actually understood the text. First, let students answer by pointing to the page/picture and saying a short sentence. After any answer, follow with: “Show me where you found that in the text.” In bigger groups, have partners answer first (10–20 seconds), then call on 2–3 students to share. Differentiation tips: Emerging speakers/struggling readers: oral + pointing On-level: oral in a full sentence Higher: one written sentence or draw + label Book Snapshot Title: Discovering the United Kingdom Genre: Nonfiction Subject: Social Studies (Geography, Government, Culture) Primary Topic: The UK’s nations, landmarks, climate, and culture Estimated Guided Reading Level (A–Z): Q What This Book Teaches Best Introduces the United Kingdom as a union of four countries and explains that each has its own traditions and landscapes. Builds geography knowledge by describing where the UK is located and by highlighting regional features in Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Teaches civics basics by explaining the UK’s constitutional monarchy and that the elected Parliament makes laws. Connects history and landmarks through examples like Stonehenge and major places in London along the River Thames. Explains how climate supports wildlife and gives an example of conservation connected to the red squirrel. Learning Goals Students will identify the four countries that make up the United Kingdom using details from the text. Students will describe why London is important in the United Kingdom and name one detail about the River Thames from the text. Students will describe key physical features of Scotland and explain what “lochs” are using the text’s description. Students will describe two details the text gives about Wales, such as its landscape, castles, or language. Students will explain how the text describes the UK’s government and who makes laws. Students will explain how the UK’s temperate climate is described and name one effect it has on wildlife. Key Vocabulary From the Text sovereign — able to govern itself. distinct — clearly different. interspersed — spread in between other things. constitutional — based on rules for how a country is run. prehistoric — from before written records. Discussion Prompts Pre-reading question: When you hear “United Kingdom,” what places or facts do you expect to learn about? Comprehension questions: What four countries does the text say make up the United Kingdom? Comprehension questions: What does the text say about who makes laws in the United Kingdom? Comprehension questions: What are two details the text gives about Scotland or Wales? Printing Tips 1. Best Printing Method (Recommended) “Booklet” Printing (Best if Available) If your printer or PDF viewer supports Booklet Printing , use this. Settings to use: Print mode: Booklet Paper size: Letter or A4 (either works) Orientation: Landscape Print on both sides: Yes Flip on: Short edge Scaling: Fit to printable area Booklet subset: First test: Front sides only Then: Back sides only This will automatically: Pair pages correctly Put the cover on the outside Align everything for folding After printing, fold in half and staple along the spine . 2. If “Booklet” Printing Is NOT Available You can still print this correctly with manual duplex printing . Step-by-step: Open the PDF. Choose Print . Set: Orientation: Landscape Pages per sheet: 1 Print on both sides: Yes Flip on: Short edge Print all pages . Because each PDF page already contains two facing book pages, the result will still fold cleanly into a book. Thousands of Cored Education products are included with your TeachSimple membership. Download links and encyclopedia index available here.
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Tags Reading Comprehension, Reading Passages, Reading, Guided Reading, Guided Reading Lesson Plan, Guided Reading Activity, Pre-reading, Social Studies, Geography, History
Place Value Expanded Form Standard Form & Expanded Notation Activity
Math, Numbers, Early Math, Place Value, Homeschool Curriculum, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Centers, Activities, Games, Task Cards, Worksheets & Printables
Looking for a place value activity that gives students meaningful practice with expanded form, standard form, and expanded notation? These Place Value Task Cards include 32 varied questions that move beyond simple recall and encourage students to think carefully about how numbers are composed and represented. Students work between different forms, identify errors, reason about digit values, and explore flexible ways to decompose numbers. Student reference cards and teacher guides are included for extra support when needed. What’s Included 32 place value task cards Student recording sheet + complete answer key 3 Student Reference Cards 3 Teacher Quick Guide Cards 10-page Teacher Guide PDF Practice with several forms of place value representation Why This Works Students can often memorize the steps for writing a number in expanded form without really understanding why it works. I've found that mixing question types makes their understanding much easier to see. One card might ask students to move from expanded to standard form, while another requires them to interpret place value units, find an error, or think of another way to decompose a number. That variety encourages students to look at the structure of the number rather than rely on one repeated procedure. Ideal For Place value lessons and review Math centers and stations Grades 3–5 Small-group instruction Partner work Independent practice Early finishers Assessment and test preparation How You Can Use It Use all 32 cards for a whole-class game of Scoot, or choose only the cards that match the skill you're currently teaching. For math centers, place the cards at a station with the student recording sheet. Students can also work through them independently or discuss their reasoning with a partner. The reference cards provide additional support without needing to stop the activity, while the teacher guides include explanations, examples, common misconceptions, and assessment ideas. Skills Supported Expanded form Standard form Expanded notation Word form Place and value of digits Zero as a placeholder Flexible decomposition Error analysis Place value reasoning Mathematical explanation A flexible set for practicing place value in different ways while helping students build a stronger understanding of how numbers are composed.
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Tags Place Value, Expanded Form, Standard Form, Expanded Notation, Place Value Task Cards, Place Value Activities, Math Task Cards, Place Value Review, Math Centers, Place Value Practice
Short I: Sample Phonics Games and Activities - Find the Ball
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Resources for Teachers, Vocabulary, Phonics, Pre-Reading, Spelling, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Teacher Tools, Games, Activities
Short I: Find the Ball Sample Game Note: This download is in PowerPoint show mode to protect the rights of the image creator(s), and is thus UNEDITABLE. Playing the Game The game is easy to use. After the front screen the first game screen will appear. Press the tent in the bottom-left to show the students where the ball is. Once you are ready, press the tent again and the cups will start to move. Students say the word for where they think the ball is at now. Press the arrow button to move onto the next game. 3 stages - 3 cups, 4 cups, 5 cups About the Full Game (available in the ppt game links section below) In this entertaining and interactive game, you will have the opportunity to practice reading regularly used core short I words while having fun at the same time. With 16 words in total, most of them used at least four times throughout, it is a good opportunity for all students to participate. 16 slides Words: bid, hid, kid, big, dig, pig, fin, pin, win, dip, hip, lip, bit, sit, mix, six. Features some sound effects for entertainment purposes. Helps to Build Letter recognition – Identifying letters in different fonts or contexts. Letter-sound association – Connecting letters to its sounds. Vocabulary building – Introducing words that start with each letter. Phonemic awareness – Listening for letter sounds in words, rhyming, or segmenting sounds. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE Letter PPT Game Links: Letter A Hidden Pictures 1 MemWord Hidden Pictures 2 Hidden Pictures 3 The Short Question Riddle Time Review Games Follow the Vocab Letter B Letter C Letter D Letter E Hidden Pictures 1 The Grand Circle 8 Pictures 1 Clue Behind the Garage Doors Outside the Submarine Two Review Games Say What You See Quiz Game Letter F Letter G Letter H Letter I Hidden Pictures 1 MemWord Three Review Games Three Quiz Show Style Games Find the Ball Bowling Four Mini Games Outside the Train Window Letter J Letter K Letter L Letter M Letter N Letter O Hidden Pictures 1 MemWord Yes or No Game Six Pictures Game Hidden Pictures 2 6 Stars One Question MCQS Game The Grid Letter P Letter Q Letter R Letter S Letter T Letter U Letter V Letter W Letter X Letter Y Letter Z Overview These interactive PowerPoint games make early phonics practice fun and engaging for young learners. With a mix of exciting activities, kids stay motivated while strengthening key phonetic patterns. Each game offers plenty of opportunities for participation—whether playing in teams, one-on-one, or independently. The variety of game styles, from disappearing squares to timed challenges, ensures that every student can learn in a way that works best for them. Bright visuals, sound effects, and gradually increasing difficulty keep students engaged and support different skill levels. Teachers have full control over the pacing and difficulty, making it easy to adjust the experience based on their students' needs. Whether guessing hidden images, recalling sequences, or solving riddles, each activity reinforces phonics in a fun, interactive way. These games turn traditional phonics drills into an exciting, hands-on learning adventure, building confidence and essential literacy skills in young learners. For More Like This For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
Author Cored Education
Tags Esl, Powerpoint, Ppt, Powerpoint Games, Esl Games, Ela Games, Vocabulary Games, Phonics Games, Letter I Games, Letter I Activities
Easter Chemistry Matching Game – Learn Chemical Elements
STEM, Science, Chemistry, Physics, Life Sciences, Special Education Needs (SEN), Special Resources, Research, Biology, Homeschool Templates, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, Activities, Games, Worksheets & Printables, Task Cards, Quizzes and Tests, Teacher Tools, Quizzes, Word Problems, Word Searches, Worksheets
Spot It! Easter Chemistry Matching Game – A Fun & Interactive Way to Learn the Chemical Elements A Fun & Engaging Game for Science Classrooms Every teacher knows that memorizing the periodic table can feel overwhelming for students. But what if learning element symbols and atomic numbers was as simple as playing a game? This Easter-themed Chemistry Matching Game is a fun, interactive way to reinforce chemical elements while keeping students engaged. It’s fast-paced, easy to set up, and perfect for group activities, review sessions, or even just a lighthearted challenge before spring break. Instead of drilling element names from a chart, students actively recognize, match, and recall symbols through play. The result? They learn without even realizing it! 🌟 Why Students Love This Game ✔ It’s a game, not a test! – No pressure, just fun learning. ✔ Fast and engaging – Perfect for small groups, pairs, or classroom challenges. ✔ Boosts memory skills – Helps students recognize elements faster. ✔ Easter-themed twist – A seasonal way to bring chemistry to life! 📌 What’s Inside? 📜 93 Printable Game Cards with: ✔ 31 chemical elements ✔ Three shape options – Round, hexagonal, and square for easy cutting. ✔ A festive Easter design – Adds a bit of springtime fun to science class! 🎨 No element names on the cards – This encourages true recall instead of memorization from a reference sheet. 🎲 How It Works 1️⃣ Print and cut the game cards. (Laminating them helps for long-term use!) 2️⃣ Give each player a stack of shuffled cards. 3️⃣ Flip a card over and look for a match – The first player to spot one wins that round! 4️⃣ The game continues until all cards have been matched. Whoever has the most cards at the end wins! 🏆 Classroom Tip: Let students color-code elements before playing to reinforce periodic table trends! 🐣 Why Teachers Love It ✔ "My students didn’t even realize they were reviewing chemistry—they were just excited to play!" ✔ "A great activity for before a quiz or as a station in my science rotation!" ✔ "Simple setup, lots of learning, and tons of engagement!" 🔬 Make Chemistry More Playful This Easter! Instead of struggling with flashcards, let students learn through movement, pattern recognition, and competition. This game is an easy way to make chemistry more approachable, interactive, and fun—while keeping the focus on learning! 🐰 Print it, play it, and bring science to life this Easter! 📍 Best, Heike from Lernfitness Did You Know? I teach with a certified therapy dog, and together we focus on creating a positive and inspiring learning environment. 🐶✨
Author Lernfitness
Tags Game, Spot It, Educational Card Games, Picture Match, Chemistry, Physics, Chemical Elements, STEM Easter Activity, Easter, Gamified Learning Chemistry
Reading Comprehension Passages Fiction Set 2 - Animals (Google Slides)
ELA, Reading, Language Development, Spelling, Common Core, ESL, Vocabulary, Reading Comprehension, Creative Writing, Writing, Grade 2, 3, Teacher Tools, Presentations, Assessments, Tests, Quizzes and Tests, Activities
Reading Comprehension Passages Fiction Set 2 Overview Fascinating reading comprehension passages, each with an array of activities included. Stories are written for the modern classroom and topics are designed to promote enthusiasm from each student. Each lesson contains a mixed questions section to check understanding, a vocabulary or spelling activity to help remember key language introduced, and a writing exercise. Full answer keys are provided. For a more detailed overview, check the section under the links at the bottom of this description. Passages Include 1.Unexpected Visitors: Terra gets an unexpected visitor. 2.Feeding Time: Allan visits an aquarium and feeds the dolphins. 3.New Pup Next Door: The neighbor has a new dog and Benny wants to see. 4.Stargazing: Jazmin loves looking at the stars. She visits the beach today. 5.On the Search: Abigail wants to find a shark tooth more than anything. 6.Tadpoles: Brittney & Stan take frogs eggs home & watch them hatch. 7.Lucky Caterpillar: Lily and Sadie watch a caterpillar crossing the road. 8.Karl the Photographer: Karl spends his summer taking photos of butterflies. 9.Chasing Pheasants: Tony and his father have a great idea...or so they think! 10.Part of the Family: Ava is nervous as her cat is about to have kittens. Additional File: Tadpoles: Blank Life Cycle Google Slides Version This is the Google Slides editable and fillable version. This download is available in GOOGLE Docs, GOOGLE Forms, GOOGLE Slides. PDF, PPT, WORD. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE Grade 2/3 Links Fiction Set 1 - Nature Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Fiction Set 2 - Animals Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Fiction Set 3 - Food Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Fiction Set 4 - School Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Fiction Set 5 - Friends Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Fiction Set 6 - Family Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Fiction Set 7 - Sports Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Nonfiction Set 1 - Technology Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Nonfiction Set 2 - Nutrition Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Nonfiction Set 3 - Animals Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Reading Passages Overview Each passage is especially written for Grade 2-3 students, including key vocabulary required for this age group. Topics are varied and are accompanied by colorful graphics. Topics are meant to educate, yet entertain the modern student. These passages are perfect for the modern classroom. Whereas textbooks can become outdated in no time, any changes to technology or the world will result in updates to this product. Mixed Questions The mixed questions section of each lesson includes a variation of fivecomprehension, vocabulary and math questions. In addition, key reading strategies are frequently covered including cause & effect, summarizing, compare & contrast and making conclusions. Three of the questions will be MCQs and two will require a written response of some kind. Full answers and example responses appear at the end of the lesson. Spelling & Vocab Each reading passage contains a variety of words and phrases designed for Grade 2-3 students. Spelling and vocab activities provide the opportunity to build fluency with these words. As it can become quite mundane doing the same activities over and over, each lesson in a set will contain a different spelling and vocab activity . Writing Prompts Writing prompts are designed to continue the theme or lessons learned in the story. Students are persuaded to write in a variety of ways and each prompt includes several cues to help. As with the spelling/vocab section, writing prompts will vary. This includes research pieces, reading responses, poetry and creative writing prompts. Full Answer Keys Full answer keys and sample responses are provided so no matter how busy you are, you know you're covered! Mixed question answers provide evidence from the text, math questions contain the relevant workings. Answers are designed for use by the teacher, but also suitable as a handout to the student. Additional File One lesson will have an additional file. This is something fun to extend the lesson with. For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
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This useful robots 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: Useful Robots Genre: Nonfiction (Informational passage) Subject: Science & Technology (Engineering/Robotics) Primary Topic: How robots developed and help people Estimated Guided Reading Level (A–Z): P Support pages included: Pre-reading trivia, mixed questions, vocabulary activities, creative writing prompt, extension activities, and an answer key. QA notes on support pages: Support content generally matches the passage; however, the support pages use “automaton” (singular) while the passage uses “automata” (plural), and an extension prompt suggests “hills,” which is not stated in the passage (the passage names rocks and dust). What This Lesson Teaches Best Robots have a history: Explains that long ago people created “automata” that moved using steam, air, water, or falling weights. Modern robots and factory work: Describes an early industrial robot, Unimate, working in 1961 at a General Motors plant handling hot metal parts that were tough and dangerous for people. How robots learn repeatable motions: Shows how a person can guide a robot’s movements while sensors send signals to a computer that stores a pattern to repeat the job. Robots go where people can’t: Highlights the rover Opportunity exploring Mars for years (2004–2018) and sending back clues from rocks and dust. Big idea across time: Connects early moving devices to today’s robots as tools that learned to move, repeat, and help humans discover more. Learning Goals Students will explain what “automata” were and what powered them. Students will describe why Unimate’s factory job mattered for people. Students will identify how a robot can be “taught” motions and then repeat them. Students will summarize how robots can help in places that are risky, far away, or hard to reach. Students will use details from the text to tell what Opportunity did on Mars and what it sent back. Key Vocabulary From the Text automata — moving devices from long ago; not thinking machines. program — give a machine instructions to do a job. industrial — related to factories and making things. sensors — parts that notice and send signals to a computer. rover — a robot vehicle that travels to explore places. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS AND ENCYCLOPEDIA INDEX HERE
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