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Elementary Read Alouds
Curate an inclusive library of read alouds that appeal to elementary students across various grades. This collection encompasses a range of genres, cultures, and themes, ensuring that every student finds stories that resonate with them. Enhance literacy and listening skills while fostering a love for reading.
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Songs & Stories for Bedtime Audio Book
ELA, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Read Alouds
Songs & Stories for Bedtime Audio Book Educators and homeschooling parents can appreciate the value of a resource that both teaches and comforts. The Songs & Stories for Bedtime Audio Book provides just that, serving as an engaging teaching tool specifically designed to align with the educational needs of preschoolers, kindergarteners, and first graders. This particular resource offers a firm foundation in Language Arts through the soothing rhythm of stories and songs. It not only aids children in language acquisition but also supports their emotional growth by reinforcing feelings of safety and affection between parent figures and their young. Main Contents Charming rhyming tales about animal mothers tenderly putting their babies to bed - marks an endearing narrative which calms down after a bustling day. This serves as both a story-telling device as well as a gentle lullabye, allowing children to connect with essential auditory learning while simultaneously preparing for restful sleep. A tale morphs into song highlighting interactions between Mama Bear and Little Bear called 'It's Night-Night Time'. This soothing dynamic allows young learners to experience loving affection via language arts which would encourage creativity by prompting them to draft their own versions of heartfelt expressions. Delightful melodies are set to well-loved lyrics like ‘Golden Slumbers,’ ‘All The Pretty Little Horses,’ ‘Hush, Little Baby,’ among others; all sung beautifully by children – providing instant appeal for young listeners. Packaged conveniently into one easy-to-access MP3 file, this audio book makes an excellent addition towards creating comprehensive lesson plans or simply facilitating calming bedtime routines at home alike. The acidity can be integrated smoothly within varied settings such as whole group activities where teachers hold listening sessions within classrooms or small groups specifically curated for language arts workshops. It may even work perfectly for individualized homework assignments given out during distance-learning situations. With its striking mix of education and comfort, the Songs & Stories for Bedtime Audio Book truly stands as a valuable asset within both classroom and home-study settings.
Author Twin Sisters Digital Media
Tags Bedtime Stories, Language Arts, Preschool, Lullabies, Audio Book
The Three Bears Audio Book
ELA, Reading, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, 3, Read Alouds, Activities
The Three Bears Audio Book An engaging and interactive teaching resource designed for educators and homeschooling parents. This captivating rendition of a classic tale, featuring Goldilocks and the Three Bears, can be a valuable service to learners from kindergarten to grade three. Flexible Utilization: As an audio file packaged in MP3 format, it lends itself perfectly for utilization in various learning settings. It can be employed as part of: A whole group storytelling session fostering active listening Small group engagements initiating discussions about empathy, choices or consequences An individual rewarding homework assignment where they can write what they've understood or create art inspired by the story Learning Targets: This tool primarily targets Language Arts, focusing on: Phonic awareness Vocabulary building Comprehension skills Addition to Teaching Resources: It includes benefits such as: Presents an excellent technique for introducing pupils to essential literacy rudiments. Incorporating this audio book could enrich your teaching resources by offering students a blend of entertainment combined with learning opportunities. Remarks on its usefulness by parents and educators: The Three Bears Audio Book allows both public school educators and homeschoolers looking to invigorate their instructional practices through rich content while adding dimensionality to your traditional textbook-related instructions. Parents & teachers alike relish watching their young charges embroiled attentively in a magical world of 'once upon a time...' while acquiring fundamental linguistic skills shaping their literacy future."</blockquote
Author Twin Sisters Digital Media
Tags Interactive Learning, Literacy Skills, Storytelling, Engagement, Self-directed Learning
What A Zoo Audio Book
Science, Life Sciences, Animals, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Read Alouds, Activities
What A Zoo Audio Book: An Adventurous Educational Resource This engaging teaching resource paved for Preschool, and Grades 1 and 2, titled What A Zoo Audio Book , is a delightful addition to any educator's resource pool. It offers content under the subject of Science with a specific focus on Zoology. 'A Trip to the Zoo' Narrative As part of the narrative, learners follow a young girl's adventure through a zoo. She describes various animals she encounters, educating her father about each creature in clever rhyming sentences. The descriptions range from endorsing imagination - like image of a hippopotamus dancing hilariously in strange pants, or picture of a penguin skillfully playing flute while dressed in swimwear. Fosters Learning: This creative usage of humor caters to listening abilities enhancement as well as promoting early literacy skills development - setting foundational stones towards becoming readers. Promotes Discussion: Accompanied by vibrant illustrations that can be used as visual aids stimulating whole-group discussions at school or home, nature 's appreciation is generated subtly yet effectively. Tech-Savvy Approach with High Flexibility Provided in an MP3 file format which translates into high flexibility for educators. It can either be integrated directly into classroom teachings or given as reinforcement homework assignments – also easily manageable by parents involved in homeschooling! Streaming via web platforms during class hours or downloads providing access onto different devices works seamlessly. An Engaging Alternative For Traditional Textbooks! The What A Zoo Audio Book brings science lessons to life with interesting sound effects and appealing artwork. Its engaging narratives not only educate but also entertain-ensuring that learning never felt more enriching!
Author Twin Sisters Digital Media
Tags Zoology, Animals, Zoo Visit, Audio Book, Early Literacy
Tools To Predict The Weather Audio Book
Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Environmental Science, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, 3, Read Alouds, Activities
Kids will learn about the important tools a meteorologist uses to predict the weather in this fun, rhyming audiobook.
Author Twin Sisters Digital Media
Tags Tools, Predictions, Barometer, Thermometer, Weather
BIG Machines Audio Book
ELA, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Read Alouds, Activities
Kids learn how Big Rigs, Bulldozers, Dump Trucks, and other Big Machines help us in everyday life! They will meet Sammy the Steamroller, and his friends Connie the Crane, Dan the Drill, Bill the Bulldozer, and Charlie the Cement Mixer and learn the important job that each machine does on the jobsite. Then young learners will meet Dumpy the Dump Truck and discover the valuable lesson Dumpy learns when working for driver Joe. Fun songs like “Big Rigs,” and “A Bulldozer Operator I Will Be,” will inspire kids to learn more about the occupation of operating BIG Machines!
Author Twin Sisters Digital Media
Tags Trucks, Dump Truck, Bulldozer, Combine, Rig
Aladdin and the Magic Lamp Audio Book
ELA, Reading, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, 3, Read Alouds, Activities
Aladdin rubbed the lamp, and—Whoosh! A genie appeared. “I am the Genie of the Lamp,” the genie said. “How may I serve you?” Listen to this classic tale of Aladdin, a carefree boy with big dreams, his wondrous lamp, and a powerful genie to grant his heart’s desire.
Author Twin Sisters Digital Media
Tags Classic Story, Aladdin, Magic, Lamp, Fiction, A La Magic Lamp
Sammy The Steamroller Audio Book
ELA, Reading, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, Read Alouds, Activities
Authentic sound effects and playful music help tell the fun story of “Sammy the Steamroller.” When Bob, the engineer, tells his crew that there is an important job to do, Sammy the Steamroller races to help his friends, Connie the Crane, Dan the Drill, Bill the Bulldozer, and Charlie the Cement Mixer. But Sammy learns that his job must be last. At first, Sammy is sad until he learns that even though his job may be the last one, it’s just as important as all of the others.
Author Twin Sisters Digital Media
Tags Education, Steamroller, Bulldozer, Crane, Listening
Maxine and the Ghost Dog Audio Book
ELA, Reading, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, Read Alouds, Activities
Maxine and the Ghost Dog Audio Book Maxine's adventures, brought to life by an engaging audio book , introduce young learners to the bustling world of the Pine Plains Firefighters. Maxine, a resident dog at the firehouse, has her own share of misadventures such as when she startled a cat in need of rescue during missions. As teachers narrate this delightful story in their classroom or homeschooling setting, kids are introduced to endless possibilities and moral lessons conveyed through an endearing tale. A plot unfolds where Maxine learns what it takes to be an effective fire dog from a ghostly mentor; adding a touch of mystery and enthusiasm for compressed learning experience for Kindergartens, pre-schoolers and Grade 1 students. The story is accompanied by playful music that enhances listeners' interest by bringing joyful audial elements into their reading routine. This audio resource is ideal for various applications: Group listening sessions in classrooms Individualized attention settings within homeschool environments. Compliments self-paced home study schedules well as it nudges young readers to explore more about Language Arts independently through an entertaining narrative format. Maxine and The Ghost Dog comes in one easily downloadable MP3 file which ensures educators can access it at any time without additional equipment requirements; fostering engaging experiences designed towards shaping intuitive learning avenues via stories featuring lovable characters that students will undoubtedly connect with emotionally. The Benefits: Serves as an excellent initiatory course into Reading as part of Language Art studies for new learners. This resource also seamlessly aligns with further sub-topics within the academic field considering its comprehensive content delivery mechanism extending beyond simply words but into realms of music appreciation too. Drawing them out from traditional textual mediums which require active reading habits; this audio book brings delighted convenience allowing children to learn while resting their eyes yet still stimulating visual imagination courtesy tales spun verbally ensuring language understanding happens on multiple sensory levels concurrently offering immersive educational experiences. Open the door to intuitive learning and join Maxine in her adventures today!
Author Twin Sisters Digital Media
Tags Adventures, Firehouse, Ghostly Mentor, Audio Book, Language Arts
I'm Ready for School! Audio Book
ELA, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Read Alouds, Activities
Have you ever heard of a school bus that talked to the children as he drove them to school? The Johnson twins, Bobby and Tommy, can’t believe their ears! Find out what happens in the adorable story “The Little School Bus That Talked.” Then you will meet Amy, a little girl that is nervous about her first day at school. Her mother has a great idea to calm Amy’s nerves—and it worked! Follow Amy throughout her day as she meets friends, eats lunch, and plays on the playground. Get ready to go back to school with fun stories, silly sing-along songs , and a talking school bus!
Author Twin Sisters Digital Media
Tags Story, Classroom, Playground, School, Ebook
Engaging Thanksgiving Reading & Activities Pack for Grades 3-6
Reading Comprehension, Reading, ELA, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, Read Alouds, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Centers
Engaging Thanksgiving Reading & Activities Pack for Grades 3-6 Get your students excited about Thanksgiving with this comprehensive reading and activity packet, perfect for 3rd to 6th graders! This set is packed with high-interest Thanksgiving reading passages;), comprehension questions, writing prompts, and interactive activities, all designed to strengthen students’ reading skills while celebrating the holiday season;). What’s Inside: 3 Engaging Reading Passages: Dive into Thanksgiving with “Thanksgiving Day,” “The Turkey That Caused a Gold Rush,” and “Thanksgiving at Grandfather’s Farm.” Reading Comprehension Questions: Each passage comes with multiple comprehension and skill-building questions to deepen understanding. Thanksgiving Storyboard: A creative way for students to retell or illustrate key parts of the stories. Acrostic Poem & Word Search: Fun literacy-based activities that add variety to the learning experience. Thanksgiving Game & Coloring Page: Ideal for a festive classroom vibe and to keep learning interactive. Answer Keys for comprehension questions and word search included for quick checking. Perfect For: Skill Review & Mastery Substitute Plans Small Group Activities Early Finishers ELA Centers Homework or Morning Work Notes: Text complexity may vary; to ensure a suitable level for your students. Available in black and white for easy printing. Aligned to Common Core standards, focusing on text-dependent questions and comprehension skills
Author 1 Teaches 2 Learn
Tags Thanksgiving, Reading, Reading Comprehension, ELA, Homework, Morning Work, 3rd Grade, Holidays, Activities, 6th Grade
Autumn Leaves Phonetic Decodable Reader
Special Resources, ELA, Special Education Needs (SEN), Language Development, Phonics, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Literacy Readers, Teacher Tools, Read Alouds, Activities
About This Product This Autumn Leaves Easy Reader is great for children who are just learning to read longer books using their knowledge of phonics. Children can learn why trees have leaves and why they fall in autumn/fall while they develop their reading skills. This is important for children who need to learn to integrate their new skills into their reading. The child is supported to read fluently as the book only uses commonly taught sight words and all other words are decodable. This gives the child much-needed confidence to read. This book provides factual information in an easy-to-understand form. It can be used alongside a project on autumn or stand-alone. It can be used with any programme once a child has learned the basic digraphs and trigraphs. This includes after Phase 5 of Letters and Sounds and after RWI Speed Set 3. Who is it for? It is ideal for use in the classroom, for ESL/EFL, or for home education It can be used with children aged 5 to 7, or with older struggling readers, especially those with special needs/dyslexia. Parents teachers and private tutors can use it - anyone who needs it! Main features: Phonetic language It is written in a clear font and has plenty of original photos to aid understanding. The words that are most likely to need practising are listed at the beginning of the book for practice before the book is read. It features original photographs. How can it be used? This easy reader about Autumn Leaves and can be used with individual students, for guide reading with small groups, or shared with pupils online. It can be sent home with children for home-learning. It can be blown up large for guided reading with a whole class or group It can be used alongside a project about autumn or plants, or as a stand-alone reader It can be used alongside our animated Autumn Leaves PowerPoint to form a lesson. What is included? 1 PDF with 12 A5 pages: Print as a booklet, side fold on three sheets of paper. More! This book is one of a series. You can find more of such books in the Lilibettes Resources Store: https://teachsimple.com/contributor/lilibettes-resources Snails Frogs The Song Thrush Lifecycle of an Apple Tree Conkers Rabbits What is included? 1 PDF book with 12 pages. Print as a booklet, and flip on the short edge.
Author Lilibette's Resources
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Tags Decodable Reading Book, Phonic Reading Book, Decodable Reader, Autumn, Why Leaves Fall, Fall, Trees, Plants, Literacy Readers
Let's Learn Addition Audio Book
Math, Addition and Subtraction, Addition, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Read Alouds, Activities
Title: Let's Learn Addition Audio Book Unleash the potentials of your students in understanding and mastering the fundamental concept of addition with this unique, interactive learning resource - 'Let's Learn Addition Audio Book '. This product is an enjoyable and engaging teaching tool that uses music to reinforce math skills, providing students a fun, auditory-based method to learn about addition facts from 0 through 18. This audio book contains one MP3 file that incorporates catchy songs on diverse themes ranging from baseball games to exercising. Each song integrates an important aspect of addition which makes it easy for kindergarteners through 2nd grade students to grasp complex math concepts. More so, there are songs dedicated explicitly to strategies like 'Doubles Plus One' and 'Two More Than,' further strengthening students' sense of numerical patterns. Accessible as a whole group activity or even as homework material, this resource offers flexibility. It can be played during class time for communal learning experience or utilized individually by pupils in their quiet study time at home or in school. Teachers will appreciate its use during small-group instruction as well; its engaging content caters effectively both for individual dramatization and group reinforcement exercises. Incorporating music into teaching creates a relaxed learning environment that stimulates memory retention resulting in improved test scores over time. Besides being an effective means of understanding complex mathematical structures like addition facts and number strategies, it also promotes cognitive growth which is advantageous across multiple subjects. The Let's Learn Addition Audio Book bridges any gap between classic rote memorization methods and genuine comprehension combined with enjoyment; making mathematics a subject students look forward to exploring more. Note: Engage your class today with the sounds of knowledge enhancement offered by this unique audio book designed specially made for educators focused on getting kids interested confidently in the nuances of basic mathematics!
Author Twin Sisters Digital Media
Tags Addition, Math, Audio Learning, Interactive, Music
Lizards Know-It-Alls! Audio Book
Science, Life Sciences, Animals, Grade 2, 3, 4, Read Alouds, Activities
As part of the unique, science Know-It-Alls! Series that features interesting science facts, this audiobook puts the spotlight on Lizards! Did you know lizards have two big eyes and can see very well? In fact, some lizards can even look in two directions at the same time. Learn about the largest lizard of all—the Komodo dragon. This lizard is big enough to eat wild pigs, goats and even deer! Awesome narration and sound effects plus many interesting facts, makes this audiobook fun and exciting for young science enthusiasts age 4 and up! Titles in the Know-It-Alls! Series include: Butterflies, Crocodiles, Dinosaurs, Farm Animals, Safari Babies, Snakes, Sharks, Spiders, Whales, Wolves, Puppies, Wild Cats, Bugs, Birds of Prey, Fish, Frogs, Apes, Seals, Bats, Bears, Predators, Mummies, Volcanoes, Lizards, Kittens and Horses.
Author Twin Sisters Digital Media
Tags Science, Learning, Lizards, Animals, Education
Summer Reading for Grade 3
Reading, ELA, Reading Comprehension, Grade 3, Read Alouds, Activities, Worksheets & Printables
This book is a perfect summer reading tool for Grade 3 students. It includes 10 exciting reading passages, each around 300 words long. The stories are fun, thoughtful, and full of adventure. Students will read about treehouse rescues, island maps, science fairs, new friendships, and more. Each passage is followed by three simple comprehension questions. These help students practice reading skills, remember details, and think about what they’ve read. All answers are included at the end of the book. The language is clear and age-appropriate. Sentences are short, and the vocabulary fits the needs of growing readers. These passages help students enjoy reading while building confidence and understanding. Teachers can use this book during summer break, for reading homework, or classroom review. It keeps learning fun and easy to manage. Help your students stay on track during the holidays. With stories that make them laugh, think, and imagine, this book will keep them reading all summer long. A great resource for every Grade 3 classroom!
Author Bright Classroom Ideas Marketplace
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Tags Summer, Reading, Grade 3
Anger Management Social Story: Interoception & Coping Strategies
Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Resources, Life Skills, Special Education Needs (SEN), Social Skills, Early Learning, Elementary, Worksheets & Printables, Read Alouds, Activities
Many elementary students and students on the Autism Spectrum struggle with identifying how they feel and emotional regulation. Social stories can be a great tool to help bridge that gap and reduce behaviors! This social story focuses on how to know when your students feel angry by practicing interoception and showing examples of what may happen to them when they are feeling angry. The social story then walks them through different coping strategies using visuals so that way students can practice calming themselves down from their anger. With several different formats and additional activities, your students will have a better handle on knowing when they feeling angry, and knowing what to do to calm themselves down to make better choices. If you have students struggling with behaviors out of anger, and are working on making better choices, then this social story is a must have! What's Included? Half-Size Social Story Full Size Social Story Social Story Comic Strip Card Format of the Social Story Anger Choice Board With Coping Skills Coping Strategy Visuals Digital Version of the Social Story Using Google Slides Black and White Versions of the story for ink-friendly printing
Author The Feelings and Friends Teacher
Tags Social Stories Angry, Social Stories About Emotions, Social Stories Autism, Social Stories, Coping Skills Cards, Choice Board, Anger Management, Coping Strategies Visuals, Interoception
Flag Day Reading Comprehension Passage and Questions
Reading, ELA, Elementary, Read Alouds, Activities
Flag Day, celebrated on June 14th in the United States, honors the adoption of the American flag in 1777. It recognizes the history and symbolism of the flag as a representation of national pride and unity. Celebrations often include flag-raising ceremonies, parades, and educational activities. Are you looking for a fun and engaging way to celebrate Flag Day? This reading passage is a great resource for celebrating Flag Day in schools while practicing reading skills. This educational resource features simple, kid-friendly pages designed to make learning both enjoyable and interactive. Great for homeschooling, classroom education, or extra practice. Number of pages: 8 pages (4 BW + 4 COLOR) Format PDF file size: 8.5*11 Inches If you and your students or your children enjoy using this educational and engaging resource. please rate it and follow my store to be the first to know about my new teaching resources and freebies. Enjoy!
Author Wonderland School
Tags Flag Day, Flag Day Reading, Flag Day Reading Comprehension, Flag Day Coloring Pages, Reading, Coloring Pages, Reading Passages, 4th Of July, Independence Day
Sleep, My Little One Audio Book
ELA, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Read Alouds, Activities
Listen to the story then hear the same story sung in an adorable song! Our Read & Sing Along series is perfect for young learners and will help reinforce early literacy skills. As night draws near, mom and baby share precious moments during bath time and bedtime. “Up the stairs and in the bath I’ll wash those little toes. Tickle your tummy as you splash, then, I’ll kiss your sweet, wet nose.” Bedtime is a special time for bonding and saying, “I love you.” Rhyming words will make this a favorite for young children. This book is the perfect way to end a busy day. Titles in the Bedtime Series include: Sleep, My Little One, The Night-Night Song, I Love You More, It’s Night, Night Time, and I Thank God For You.
Author Twin Sisters Digital Media
Tags Mommy, Baby, Bathtime, Bedtime, Stories
Let's Learn About Frogs Audio Book
Science, Life Sciences, Animals, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, 3, Read Alouds, Activities
Hop in and explore the wonderful world of FROGS! Do you know why frogs are so slimy? What they like to eat? How this amazing creature changes from a tiny tadpole into an adult frog? There are so many fun facts to learn about frogs. Kids will learn about this incredible amphibian as they explore with a fact-filled story and an adorable sing-along song! From learning about the poisonous Golden Dart Frog, or the Goliath Bullfrog, engaging sound effects and a captivating story, is the perfect combination of education and entertainment!
Author Twin Sisters Digital Media
Tags Frogs, Amphibians, Tadpole, Metamorphosis, Learn About Frogs
Dancing Hands by Margarita Engle Read-Aloud Activities
ELA, Reading, Grade 3, 4, 5, Read Alouds, Activities
This picture book companion for Dancing Hands: How Teresa Carreño Played the Piano for President Lincoln by Margarita Engle offers 45 print-and-go activities designed to meet the unique needs of your students. From identifying story elements and analyzing characters to making inferences and determining the theme, this resource helps students think critically and engage with the text. The activities encourage students to provide text evidence, express their own thoughts, and apply higher-level thinking skills—all while making learning fun and engaging. ⭐️This Resource Includes:⭐️ Judging by the Cover: Students analyze the book cover and answer questions. Story Elements: Students identify key story elements using words and pictures. Sequencing: Retell and illustrate the main events of the story. Character Traits: Identify two traits that describe Teresa, with examples from the text. Character Change: Explain how Teresa changes throughout the story and the events that cause the change. Overcoming Obstacles: Discuss challenges Teresa faces and how she responds. Setting Influences the Plot: Analyze how the story's setting contributes to mood and plot development. Author’s Message: Identify four key events and discuss the author’s message. Making Inferences: Use details from the text to make inferences and connect them to the story. 3-2-1: Explore three emotions Teresa felt, two key moments in her journey, and one word that best describes her. Dear Piano: Write a letter from Teresa to her piano, reflecting on its significance. Compare and Contrast: Compare Teresa’s life in Venezuela and the United States. The Perfect Playlist: Design a soundtrack with songs that represent key moments and themes from the story. Diary Entry: Write a diary entry from Teresa’s perspective about a significant event. Design a Concert Flyer: Create a flyer advertising one of Teresa’s concerts. Music Appreciation: Listen to a Teresa Carreño composition and respond to questions about it. This resource also includes crossword puzzles, book reviews, podcast interview prep, a biography research brochure, and more! It's a comprehensive toolkit for diving deep into Teresa Carreño's inspiring story.
Author Creatively Gifted
Tags Biography, Music Appreciation, Character Analysis, Sensory Details, Book Critique
Let's Learn About Volcanoes Audio Book
Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Earth Sciences, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Read Alouds, Activities
What is a volcano? Kids will learn about the three main types of volcanoes: cinder cone, shield volcanoes, and composite volcanoes, where volcanoes are found, and how scientists use warning signs to predict when a volcano will erupt. Amazing sound effects and fun facts will encourage kids to learn more about the Earth, volcanoes, and the exciting job of a volcanologist.
Author Twin Sisters Digital Media
Tags Volcano, Cinder Cone, Shield Volcano, Eruption, Earth
It's Called Cooperation Audio Book
Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Space, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, 3, Read Alouds, Activities
Do you like to work with others? Are you good at math and science? If so, you might want to consider becoming an astronaut.
Author Twin Sisters Digital Media
Tags Astronaut, Pilot, Mission, Music, Learn
Dolphins by Seymour Simon Interactive Read-Aloud Activities
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Language Development, Vocabulary, Research, Grade 2, 3, 4, Read Alouds, Activities
This picture book companion is a complete supplemental resource for the book Dolphins by Seymour Simon. With 28 print-and-go reading activities to choose from, this resource is ideal for customizing learning to your student's specific needs and academic abilities. Students will apply listening and note-taking skills, investigate different types of dolphins, compare & contrast, make inferences and connections, learn and apply new vocabulary, determine text structure, answer questions that require them to think beyond the text, and much more! Students will love the engaging and fun activities, and you will appreciate the time saved hunting for high-level resources to teach reading concepts that students frequently struggle with. The activities provided are designed to enable students to apply higher-level thinking skills, encourage them to provide text evidence to support their thinking, and challenge them to express their own thoughts and/or perspectives. ⭐️This Resource Includes:⭐️ Making Predictions: Before reading the book, students will make predictions about the text. Who Am I?: Students will match the words in the word bank to the descriptions and draw and color a picture of each dolphin (ANSWER KEY INCLUDED). Word Scramble: Students use the details from the book to unscramble the words (ANSWER KEY INCLUDED). Fact or Fiction: Students determine whether the details are facts from the story or made-up (ANSWER KEY INCLUDED). True or False (bubble answers ONLY): Students read the details and determine if they are true or false (ANSWER KEY INCLUDED). True or False (bubble answers and correct the false details): Students determine if the details are true or false and rewrite the false statements to make them true (ANSWER KEY INCLUDED). Dolphin Playing Cards: Students create playing cards that include one or two facts they learned about each dolphin and include a colored illustration. Dolphin Diagram: Students will label the parts of a dolphin using the words in the word bank and describe the function of each part (ANSWER KEY INCLUDED). Crossword Puzzle: Students use the clues and the word bank to fill in the crossword puzzle (ANSWER KEY INCLUDED). Word Search Puzzle: Students use the clues to fill in the puzzle. Words can go across or down. Letters are shared when the words intersect (ANSWER KEY INCLUDED). Book Review: Students will rate and review the book. Dolphin Roll & Research: Students roll a die to see which dolphin they will research to learn more about. Then, they conduct research using teacher-approved websites and informational texts to look for information to answer the provided questions. Acrostic Poem: Students create an acrostic poem to describe dolphins. Compare & Contrast: Students compare and contrast dolphins and porpoises. Text Structure: Students take note of how the author organized and presented the information about dolphins on the selected pages given. Then, they determine the main idea, supporting details, and text structure the author used to organize the information. Problem & Solution: Students review the details on pages 29 and 30 to help them fill in the solutions to each problem in the graphic organizer. All About Dolphins Flipbook: While reading the story, students will take notes in their flipbooks. This activity includes 5 pages (ANSWER KEY included). Long Research Project on Dolphins: Students conduct research to learn more about dolphins and complete graphic organizers, which include answering questions, drawing and labeling an illustration, recording fun facts, defining and illustrating new vocabulary, and completing a summary report. One-Page Research Project on Dolphins: Students conduct research to learn more about dolphins and complete a one-page report with facts regarding the habitat, features, diet, movement, and interesting facts.
Author Creatively Gifted
Tags Dolphins, Seymour Simon, Fountas And Pinnell, Second Grade, Elementary Ela, Reading, Nonfiction, Habitat, Science, Animals
Texas Independence Day Reading Comprehension Passage and Questions
Reading, ELA, Elementary, Read Alouds, Activities
Texas Independence Day, celebrated on March 2nd, marks the adoption of the Texas Declaration of Independence in 1836. On this day, Texas declared its independence from Mexico, leading to the establishment of the Republic of Texas. The day is observed with ceremonies, reenactments, and educational events honoring Texas history and heritage. Are you looking for a fun and engaging way to celebrate Texas Independence Day? This reading passage is a great resource for celebrating Texas Independence Day while practicing reading skills. This educational resource features simple, kid-friendly pages designed to make learning both enjoyable and interactive. Great for homeschooling, classroom education, or extra practice. Number of pages: 10 pages (5 BW + 5 COLOR) Format PDF file size: 8.5*11 Inches If you and your students or your children enjoy using this educational and engaging resource. please rate it and follow my store to be the first to know about my new teaching resources and freebies. Enjoy!
Author Wonderland School
Tags Texas Independence Day Reading Comprehension, Texas Independence Day, Texas Independence Day Coloring Pages, Texas Independence Day Craft, Texas, March Reading Passage, Spring Reading Passage, Spring, Read Across America, Dr. Seuss
Cinderella Audio Book
ELA, Reading, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Read Alouds, Activities
In her haste to leave, Cinderella had lost one glass slipper. The prince held that slipper in his hand until dawn, thinking about its lovely owner. “I must find her. But how?” Listen to this classic tale of lovely Cinderella, her cruel mean stepsisters, and a magical evening at the royal ball.
Author Twin Sisters Digital Media
Tags Classic Story, Educational, Fiction, Fairy Tales, Learning, [cinderella Audiobook], Cinderella Audio Story, Cinderella Audiobook