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Describe My House – Free Worksheets (Ages 7–11)
ELA, Writing, Grade 3, 4, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Describe My House (7-11 years) A comprehensive and interactive language arts teaching resource tailored precisely for students within grade 3 and grade 4. This digital learning tool extends directly to your Google Drive, making it an easily accessible and hassle-free resource suited to the modern classroom environment. Comprising of detailed worksheets, Describe My House offers an inventive approach towards enhancing writing skills in children aged between seven and eleven years. Real-world scenarios make learning more engaging and relatable for the child. A unique educational resource Introduces students to situations they can relate to as estate agents or homeowners, Inspires them with interactive tasks that encourage them to describe their homes creatively, Fosters better word choices – stronger adjectives, potent verbs, appealing adverbs. Describe My House goes beyond mere writing prompts; engaging learners by asking them to plan their writings thoroughly while lending inspiration from everyday experiences like describing rooms within a house or exploring what they would prefer in an 'ideal' house from various options given. A Flexible Tool For Educators A fully editable PDF file format resource containing 38 pages of pure educational content that flows seamlessly together—this opens avenues for teachers or homeschooling parents alike tailor coursework according based on individual student needs abilities preferences circumstances. Emphasizing not just basic writing techniques but also delving into constructs such as: Sentence structures - Simple, compound & complex sentences, Bolstering vocabulary through practical application, Proper use of connectives, Improving spelling, punctuation & grammar. Describe My House finds utility in a variety of scenarios — whole group teaching sessions, small peer group discussions, homework assignments and even within homeschooling curriculums where the need for flexible yet solid singular teaching resources persist. In essence, this material is adaptable and versatile catering to broadened spectrum of implementation strategies specific to each distinct requirement. It holistically fosters the development capabilities for both reluctant writers and those who readily jump at any chance to capture their thoughts on paper.
Author Guinea Pig Education
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Tags House Description, Writing Skills, Vocabulary Enhancement, Interactive Tasks, Real-world Scenarios, How To Describe A House In Writing
Day Sky vs. Night Sky – Activity Pack
Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Earth Sciences, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Workbooks, Worksheets & Printables
This resource includes Venn diagram, foldable, cut and paste activity, and anchor chart material. Students knowledge about day and night will be greater when using this resource.
Author Rodriguez's Resources
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Tags Day And Night, Cut And Paste, The Sky, Sorting
Social and Emotional Skills Printable Workbook
Special Resources, Life Skills, Grade 2, 3, 4, Workbooks, Worksheets & Printables
Children will learn social and emotional skills that will help them develop self-confidence, learn the importance of doing the right thing, develop courage, display kindness, resolve conflict, foster healthy relationships, and to “dream big.” Fun activities, and fill-in-the blank pages, provide a great way for kids to explore their world and make positive life choices.
Author Twin Sisters Digital Media
Tags Courage, Kindness, Conflict Resolution, Social, Emotional
ESL EFL ELL Classroom INSTRUCTIONS Pre-intermediate vocabulary & activities for Back to School
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Grade 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Activities
ESL EFL ELL Classroom Instructions Pre-intermediate vocabulary & activities for Back to School The ESL EFL ELL Classroom Instructions Pre-intermediate vocabulary & activities for Back to School is a comprehensive and educational resource, specifically designed to assist English language learners during the initial hours of the new school year. This indispensable tool will facilitate your students in understanding various classroom instructions, such as watching, repeating, asking questions, filling-in blanks, matching items and more. Who It's Designed For Designed for second and third-year ESL/EFL/ESOL/ELL learners in grades 4 through 8 who are focused on improving their Language Arts skills. However, due to the versatility of the content presented in this product, educators are encouraged to use it as they see fit with small groups or whole classes. It can also serve as a beneficial homework assignment reinforcing lessons taught earlier in the day. Main Components: An interactive slideshow (PDF format), designed for group revisions and learning of new vocabulary words; Educative worksheets: that allow students to translate newly learned words into their own language through games and play. Miscellaneous Features: The Using non-traditional teaching methods like 'Following Instructions' , activities with corresponding flashcards or tasks like word searches encourages active learning while strengthening both written and verbal communication skills. The provided answer key takes some load off teachers while bolstering independent student assessment. In addition to these components lies supplementary individual handouts which initiate group work promoting social skills. Task examples range from matching instructions with pictures or reordering words into meaningful sentences enhancing critical thinking skills. This package provides educators 53 pages brimmed with instructive lessons which are ideal tools sandwiched between fun transitional periods within regular classroom routines aiding student engagement - an attribute greatly appreciated by seasoned teachers worldwide who understand that engaged students make successful learners. The Advantage: Given its adaptability for use at varying age levels complemented by engaging subject matter, this ESL EFL ELL Classroom Instructions Pre-intermediate Vocabulary & Activities toolset will be an invaluable part of any Language Arts curriculum aiming towards enhancing skills of non-native English speakers.
Author Pick'n Teach
Tags ESL, EFL, ELL, Classroom Instructions, Vocabulary
Kids Yoga Stories: Dinosaur Yoga Cards for Kids
P.E. & Health, Yoga, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Activities
Use yoga poses to teach about Dinosaurs! This set of Dinosaur Yoga Cards for Kids will help your students learn through movement either at home, in the classroom, or in a studio. Included in this deck of Dinosaur Yoga Cards for Kids - A card with an index - Tips to teach yoga -20 cards illustrating the yoga poses -20 matching dinosaur cards - Instructions for all the poses The index indicates the order in which the yoga poses are to be used to flow from one pose to the next. There is multicultural representation featured in yoga kids! Ways in which you can use these cards as homeschoolers or in the classroom include: -For transition times -Morning routines or circle times -Brain breaks to calm their minds and bodies -Physical education -Occupational and/or physical therapy -With one child, small, or large groups Benefits of Yoga for kids include: -Increased strength -Increased flexibility -Improves sleep -Promotes positive interactions amongst adults and children -Develops self-confidence -Improves self-expression -Improves body awareness -Promotes a lifestyle that is active and health
Author Kids Yoga Stories
Tags Kids Yoga Stories, Dinosaur Yoga, Yoga Cards, Kids Yoga, Yoga Poses
Mindful Printable Journal
Life Studies, Special Resources, Life Skills, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, Worksheets, Worksheets & Printables
6 flashcard-sized Mindfulness cards. Beautiful watercolour images promotes mental health wellbeing.
Author Fiddleticks Education
Tags Journal, Printables, Poster, Watercolor
Alphabet Letter Mats | Choice Boards
ELA, Language Development, Spelling, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Activities
This resource is a set of Choice Board Alphabet Letter Mats. Your students will love getting to choose from 6 different options as they build each letter. This is ideal for morning work, early finishers, intervention and so much more. You will need: -pattern blocks -Legos - unifix cubes -play dough -rubber bands -Lego baseplates (optional) -Geoboards Students can choose how they want to build the letter. When students get choice and centers are more play based, students are more engaged and intrinsically motivated to do the center. Directions for how to print these letter mats are included.
Author The Multicultural Classroom
Tags Spelling Words, Letter Mats, Alphabet Letter Mats, Choice Boards, Unifix Cubes
4th Grade Equivalent & Comparing Fractions and Mixed Numbers Guided Math Notes
Math, Fractions, Common Core, Grade 4, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Make teaching equivalent fractions, comparing fractions, simplifying fractions and finding common denominators simple with these engaging, interactive guided math notes! This set includes 6 no prep guided math notes perfect for scaffolding 4th grade fractions lessons. Quick and easy setup, plus differentiated levels make these math notes perfect for substitute days, too! Lead your 4th grade students to discover concepts of fractions by going through the gradual release of responsibility. Students will start by watching you and following along for the first section. Then they will work with a partner to collaborate. Finally, students will work independently to show what they have learned. Here's what you'll get: - Equivalent Fractions with Models Notes - Equivalent Fractions by Multiples Notes - Simplest Form Notes - Common Denominators Notes - Comparing Fractions Notes - Comparing Mixed Numbers Notes Your students will love learning in this mini lesson format. They'll be paying attention to your teaching, engaged in mathematical discussions with partners, and exploring fractions concepts on their own. All of these guided fractions math notes come in 3 different versions, perfect for differentiation and meeting IEP accommodations such as providing notes ahead of lessons. Prep is quick and easy... Just print the notes pages, gather writing utensils, and you're ready for simple and engaging fractions lessons! The 3 included versions are: - Fully Filled In - Just print and pass out to students (perfect for IEP accommodations) - Fill in the Blanks - Print and students work through along with you - Completely Blank - Students have to write everything alongside you Supports Common Core Standards (CCSS): 4.NF.1, 4.NF.2 After discussing the fraction notes, check understanding with this simplifying fractions worksheet .
Author That One Cheerful Classroom
Tags Math Notes, Guided Math Notes, 4th Grade Fractions, Comparing Fractions, Equivalent Fractions
Silly Songs
Creative Arts, Art, Music, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1,
Silly Songs: The Novel Teaching Resource Silly Songs, a teaching resource designed distinctly for Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1 and Early Learning educators, presents a unique blend of fun and education. This pivotal tool enhance the Art & Music curriculum by incorporating enjoyable entertainment into regular classroom instruction. The product includes a zip file containing 12 cherished silly songs that not only engage young minds but also spread joyfulness among them. Silly Songs enhances interactive learning, helping children to relish the charming mixture of music and words while educating them about rhythm, rhyme pattern, and sequencing - an essential aspect of language comprehension at their developmental stage. Multi-Thematic Approach Every song in Silly Songs accentuates themes comprehensible by young learners. It can be effectively utilised during whole group instruction as an amusing break or an invigorating segue between activities. The tool excels in small group sessions where learners can sing together enhancing their teamwork skills amidst musical enjoyment. Silly Songs could also be used inventively outside school settings turning it optimal for homeschoolers! Offspring could listen to these melodies during family drives or even at home converting idle time into edifying productive hours introducing them systematically to art & music. User-friendly Format The audio files guarantee compatibility across multiple devices—PCs, tablets or mobile phones—making it easy-to-reach irrespective of your teaching location: classroom or living room! All these properties assure that Silly Songs integrates effortlessly into any educational structure providing flexibility along with an element of casualness namely 'fun' which entraps young learners the most! In essence, 'Silly Songs' epitomizes more than a teaching guide. It signifies an innovative method of couching learning within amusing packages that children adore unpacking each day filled with anticipation.
Author Twin Sisters Digital Media
Tags Fun, Interactive Learning, Music Integration, Early Education, Language Comprehension
Digital Math for 1st Grade MATH Standards - (BUNDLE of Slides + Self-Grading Quiz)
Math, Grade 1, Quizzes, Quizzes and Tests, Teacher Tools, Tests
Digital Math for 1st Grade MATH Standards - (BUNDLE of Slides + Self-Grading Quiz) An indispensable teaching resource specifically created for teachers looking to energize their math curriculum. Acknowledging the demand for engaging and effective educational materials, especially in a digital-first learning environment, this product provides practical review, practice, and enrichment possibilities in a paperless format. Interactive Math Slides Fuel both engagement and learning with our visually arresting slides that immerse first-grade pupils into various mathematical concepts through an array of interactive activities. Technologies such as dragging, dropping and sorting images offer creative and methodical approaches to education. Self-Grading Google Forms Quiz Included With Every Standard Each standard is complemented by a self-grading Google Forms quiz - enhancing learner's understanding while providing educators crucial insights which can guide teavching strategies. Consequently, this package also serves as a powerful evaluative device within your virtual classroom. Versatile Formats Covering All Relevant Mathematics Standards This product comes in both PowerPoint and Google Slides formats covering all mathematics standards relevant to the 1st grade curriculum The Google Slides version offers seamless compatibility with Google Classroom making assignments highly manageable whether distributing whole file or selected slides at a time. Included Resources: A slide deck explicitly crafted to cater each standard along with corresponding self-grading quizzes are included - so you have everything at your disposal! This Digital Math bundle has been designed keeping adaptability in sync with different instructional styles - streamlining lesson plans without requiring extensive preparation or paperwork. Note:Mutiple file types ensure compatibility with different platforms providing convenience at its best!
Author Markers and Minions
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Tags Interactive Math, Digital Learning, Self-grading Quizzes, Google Slides, Engaging Activities
Alphabet Mini Book Activity
ELA, Language Development, Pre-Reading, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Workbooks, Worksheets & Printables
This is a fun activity for early readers to work on letter recognition and learning the proper sounds of the alphabet. The student print and put together their own mini-book they can practice reading with.
Author Cherry Workshop
Tags Abc, Mini Book, Vecabulary, Alphabet
Outer Space Game Cards
ELA, Language Development, Pre-Reading, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Activities, Games
This resource is a set of Outer Space Game Cards. You can use these game cards to implement a variety of activities for students to practice vocabulary and learn about outer space. You may wish to use these cards as a Memory game, Go Fish, etc. Instructions are included if you want to play either of these ways.
Author More Than Just Reading
Tags Flash Cards, Outer Space, Vocabulary, Literacy, Reading Games
Mini Rainforest Art Journal for Kids: Color in the Amazon
Creative Arts, Art, Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Earth Sciences, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Need an independent art lesson fun AND easy? Grab this Mini Art Journal! Kids explore the element of color while diving into the Amazon Rainforest in South America. The students' favorite part? They get to learn how to draw Andy the Poison Dart Frog! What's your favorite part? Each worksheet is meant to be done independently! WHAT'S INCLUDED -7 unique worksheets -How to Use Teacher Guide -Supplies List -Colored Examples -Bonus Activity HOW TO USE -Independent Art Unit: Within this mini art journal, kids discover one of the essential elements in art—COLOR! If you’re unsure about teaching art yourself, work through these activities with your kids and watch their artistic skill explode! -Morning Work: Looking for some print-and-go worksheets for a quiet morning atmosphere? Grab these! They're perfect if you're studying the Amazon Rainforest. The extra art element infusion is an easy way to connect with your right-brained kiddos. -Field Trip: Heading to the zoo or aquarium? Grab one of these worksheets as a travel companion! -Art Station: If you're trying to encourage more art in your home, set these activities out as an optional Art Station. Your kids will love choosing their own activity. Most elementary kids LOVE completing the frog directed drawing the most! Have fun exploring the COLORFUL rainforest! -Abbey Allen ARTventurous Animals
Author ARTventurousanimals
Tags Art Journal, Art Journal For Kids, Rainforest Art, Frog Art, Easy Art, Easy Art Lesson, Easy Art Activity
Predators Audio Book
Science, Life Sciences, Animals, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, Read Alouds, Activities
Did you know that a predator is any wild animal that hunts and kills other animals for food? Kids will learn about the black panther, tiger, great white shark, sea otter, and lion, as well as smaller predators like spiders, scorpions, and praying mantises. Fact-filled, sing-along songs like, “I’m A Fierce Hunter,” “What Is A Spider?” and “King Of The Beasts,” will provide a fun way for children to learn about amazing predators. Fun facts and amazing sounds effects will engage listeners while they learn that animal predators need to hunt and kill their prey to survive in the wild.
Author Twin Sisters Digital Media
Tags Predators, Hunt, Prey, Kill, Eat
Short and Long Vowel Flashcards - Phonics Review and Letter Recognition
ELA, Language Development, Phonics, Grade 1, 2, Worksheets & Printables, Flashcards
Short and Long Vowel Flashcards - Phonics Review and Letter Recognition The Short and Long Vowel Flashcards - Phonics Review and Letter Recognition is an outstanding teaching resource aimed at aiding educators, including public school teachers, homeschoolers, in simplifying their phonics instruction. This set comprises exquisitely designed flashcards that are not only captivating but also make learning enjoyable. Features: The pack contains 10 large (8x11) flashcards and 10 small (3x5) flashcards. Characters on each card represent either a short or a long vowel sound like Allie & Abel, Emmett & Ethan, Izzie & Inez, Olive & Oaklie, Usher & Uma etc... The images featured align perfectly with the respective vowel sound unlike traditional animal-themed cards wherein there might be inconsistencies between letters and sounds. These resources have been created by seasoned educators with an understanding of effective reading skills teaching methodologies. Usage of these tools for whole class instruction or personalized tutoring should appear effortless. Note: Primarily suitable for first graders who are still establishing foundational reading skills but can also benefit kindergarteners attempting fluency or second graders requiring extra practice in consolidating sounds. Files come packaged conveniently as PDFs for easy download when needed. To use them effectively print them out on cardstock paper type then cut followed by laminating to boost durability for repeated uses spanning several academic years. In conclusion, if your goal is enhancing basic phonemic awareness skills of young learners then the Short and Long Vowel Flashcards - Phonics Review and Letter Recognition materials would be a valuable add-on to your instructional toolkit.
Author ARTventurousanimals
Tags Flashcards, Phonics, Letter Recognition, Vowel Sounds, Teaching Resource
Remote P.E.: The Walking Challenge
P.E. & Health, Physical Education, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities
Let's get moving! Even on a rainy day, we can get up and walk. With this easy-to-follow PDF, teach children the importance of moving your body.
Author Chuck's Cornucopia
Tags Gym, Physical Education, Walking, Exercise , Health
Brown Bear Anatomy – Watercolor Flashcards
Science, Life Sciences, Animals, Grade 3, 4, 5, Parts of and Anatomy of, Worksheets & Printables
Anatomy of a Brown Bear hand-illustrated watercolor flashcards. To create a tactile finished item, I highly recommend printing onto high-quality paper. I like to use watercolor paper as this also allows the children to add their own paintings to the pages they create and means that every piece looks and feels like an original painting.
Author Fiddleticks Education
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Tags Anatomy, Bear, Animals, Poster, Watercolor, Bear Anatomy, Anatomy Of Bear, Bear Anatomy Drawing, Brown Bear Teacher, Bear Anatomy Diagram, Anatomy Of A Bear, Bear Organs
March Weekly Interactive Writing Prompts
ELA, Writing, Creative Writing, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, Writing Prompts, Worksheets & Printables
March Weekly Interactive Writing Prompts is a language arts resource designed to inspire creative writing. This PowerPoint file provides engaging prompts for students to answer each week in March. Teachers can assign the presentation in Google Classroom for students to write directly on the slides and turn in digitally. The prompts are organized into 4 weekly sets, with 3 unique prompts per week addressing different creative writing skills. Prompts are editable so teachers can alter them as needed to fit their curriculum. Use this set of prompts for independent writing, group collaboration, or whole class brainstorming sessions. Students will enjoy choosing their own prompt to answer each week while building creative writing abilities. The activities encourage thinking critically to craft thoughtful written responses.
Author The Language of Learning
Tags March, Spring, Writing Prompts, Google Classroom, Creative Writing
Write the Notes Music Worksheet
Creative Arts, Art, Music, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
This resource is a Write the Notes Music Worksheet. Students will write the correct note name in the circles. Included: - Clarinet - Oboe - Flute Answer key included.
Author Hbmusicsolutions's Shop
Tags Clarinet, Oboe, Music Notes, Write The Notes, Music Worksheet
Rich Brain, Poor Brain: Bridging Social and Synaptic Gaps in Schools
, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6,
Rich Brain, Poor Brain: Bridging Social and Synaptic Gaps in Schools An invaluable teaching resource by Dr. Bone, designed to equip educators with a comprehensive understanding of the social and neurological disparities that shape student outcomes. This eBook explores the profound link between poverty and academic success, scrutinizing how socio-economic factors may influence students' preparedness for educational achievement. About The Book This 108-page PDF dives deep into pivotal research on the impact of poverty on both brain functionality and behaviors. It encourages discussions about what makes a school "rich" or "poor," contending that these terms extend beyond financial resources alone. LEAP Strategy Language Experiences Attitudes Performance (Promising four-pronged strategy widely known as LEAP (Language, Experiences, Attitudes, Performance), offering cohesive plans to bridge societal or synaptic gaps incurred due to disadvantageous circumstances.) Possible Usage In Educational Settings: As an engaging whole group discourse material. In small breakout groups for intimate discussion among staff members. As independent reading material to enhance teacher's comprehension of socio-economic factors affecting their classroom dynamics. } Suitable across all elementary levels from Kindergarten up through Grade 6 – transcending subjects due its broader focus on pedagogic approach rather than single subject matter specifics This eBook is not just another resource but centralizes itself as lifelong professional material promoting inclusivity in classrooms internationally. Advocates for educators worldwide to rethink disadvantages underscored by poverty and strategize their tactics accordingly to ensure equal learning opportunities regardless of economic backgrounds.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags Ebook, Rich Brain, Poor Brain, Social Gaps, Teaching Resources
Literacy Intervention Materials
ELA, Reading, Grade 3, 4, 5, Teacher Tools, Assessments
Literacy Intervention Materials Literacy Intervention Materials provide a comprehensive solution to enhance essential reading skills in students from grade 3 to grade 5. The resource includes an impressive 121 pages of intervention materials dedicated solely to robust literacy development. A major aspect of this instructional material is its focus on the following ten integral reading skills: Author's Purpose Inference Sequence Summary Text Features Cause and Effect Character Analysis Context Clues Main Idea Identification , Tier Three: Point of View Comprehension. All these skills are thoroughly taught through three uniquely differentiated passages ensuring optimum comprehension and application among students. The guide goes beyond only providing reading passages, but also incorporates three distinct teaching methods - The Graphic Organizer Approach, - helps classify information into organized compartments. , , . 2️⃣The Open-Ended Response Approach encourages creative thinking, while #️⃣️The Standardized Test Multiple Choice Approach promotes familiarity with standard testing formats. Teachers can use these Literacy Intervention Materials for a variety of purposes such as during whole-group lessons or break them down for small group activities. Homework assignments stand as an option too since these resources are designed not only for classroom setup but will equally be beneficial in fostering independent learning habits. An interesting feature offered alongside this package is two unique rubrics which allow teachers the opportunity to check their students' progress towards mastery level in all three areas covered by the resource pack One rubric relies on traditional grading (numeric system) while the other uses letter-grade encoding making performance evaluation balanced yet straightforward. Adding to its usability, this PDF file has an integrated clickable table of contents enhancing navigability, along with a standards page and answer keys providing teachers with vital teaching aides. The use of this valuable set of Literacy Intervention Materials ensures students benefit from a solid foundation for successfully building advanced literacy capabilities in later academic pursuits.
Author Hillary’s Teaching Adventures
Tags Reading Skills, Intervention Materials, Comprehension, Differentiated Passages, Pedagogical Approaches
The Treasure by Uri Shulevitz Interactive Read-Aloud Activities
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Language Development, Vocabulary, Grade 2, 3, 4, Literacy Readers, Teacher Tools
This picture book companion is a complete supplemental resource for the book The Treasure by Uri Shulevitz. With 38 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 practice identifying plot elements, identify characteristics of a folktale, determine the theme, analyze characters, compare & contrast, make predictions, inferences, & connections, answer questions that require them to think within and 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:⭐️ Elements of a Folktale Anchor Chart or Notes Handout Making Predictions: Before reading the book, students will make predictions about the text. Folktale Checklist: Students fill in the chart with details from the story that characterize it as a folktale. Folktale Tidbits: Students will answer questions with details from the story that prove it's a folktale. Story Elements: Students fill in the boxes with words & pictures to represent the story elements. Sequencing: Students will retell & illustrate the important parts of the story. Recalling events in Chronological Order: Students describe and illustrate four major events in the story in chronological order. Summary: Students complete the Somebody, Wanted, Because, But, So graphic organizer and write a summary of the story. Comic Recall: Students will draw three scenes from the story, complete with speech bubbles, to tell the story's beginning, middle, and end with text and illustrations. Plot: Students will fill in the plot diagram with details from the story (ANSWER KEY included). Story Event Sort: Students will describe a scene or event from the story that fits into each of the categories & explain how the event made them feel & how it relates to the category. Making Connections: Students make connections to an event from the story. Making Inferences: Students use clues & schema to make inferences while reading the story. Character Actions & Reactions: Students read situations that the character(s) experienced in the story and fill in the missing information with details from the text (ANSWER KEY included). Character Inside & Out (Isaac): Students include details from the story to describe what the character says, thinks, does, and feels. Character Inside & Out (Captain of the Guards): Students include details from the story to describe what the character says, thinks, does, and feels. Character Feelings (Isaac): Students describe how the character's feelings change throughout the story & give examples of the events that cause them to feel the way they do. Character Development (Isaac): Students select character traits that best describe the character at different times throughout the story and give examples from the book to support the traits they chose. Character Change (Isaac): Students will explain how the character changed from the beginning to the end of the story and describe the events that caused the change to happen. Sketch a Scene From the Story: Students will illustrate one of the events from the story and explain why this event is important to the plot. Setting Influences the Plot: Students will draw a scene from the story that takes place in one of the settings and write about what happened there and why it was important to the plot. Setting the Scene: Students identify three different settings in the story and explain how they know the setting changed. 3-2-1: Students will identify three details from the text that help them identify the story as a folktale, describe two things that Isaac does when he travels to the capital city, and choose one word that best describes Isaac and explain why. Author's Message: Students describe four important events from the story and put them in chronological order. Then, answer the questions about the author's message. Theme: Students answer the questions to determine which theme best fits the story and provide text evidence to support their choice. Before & After: Students will draw a picture and explain Isaac’s life before he set off on his journey to the capital city, and then draw another picture and describe Isaac’s life after returning home from his journey Thinking About the Text: Students will answer the questions about the story & include examples from the text to support their answers. Thinking Beyond the Text: Students will answer the questions about the story & include examples from the text to support their answers. Compare & Contrast: Students compare and contrast what Isaac’s life was like at the beginning of the story to what his life was like at the end of the story. Then, they compare Isaac’s dream to the captain’s dream. Book Review: Students will rate and review the book. Dear Captain of the Guards: Students imagine they’re Isaac, and write a letter to the captain of the guards explaining why they want to give him the ruby. Dear Isaac: Students imagine they’re the captain of the guards and they just received a letter and a priceless ruby from Isaac. They will write a letter in response, expressing gratitude and explaining how Isaac's generous gift will change to their life. Crossword Puzzle: Students use the definitions and the word bank to fill in the crossword puzzle (ANSWER KEY included). Wait... There's More!: Students will write about what happens next in the story. Dream Board: Students will complete a dream board with text and illustrations. Two versions are included: one that includes question prompts and a blank version in which students come up with their own dreams for the future. Personal Treasures: In the coins and jewels, students describe what they consider to be treasures (money, jewels, happiness, family, etc.). In the treasure chest, they describe the treasure that they value the most and explain why. Writing a Folktale: Students will plan and write their own folktale or origin story. The following pages are included for this activity: Folktale Planning Sheet: Students use the planning sheet to organize their story. Folktale Cover: Students design a book cover for their folktale. Lined Writing Paper: Three different layouts are included. Plot Diagram Graphic Organizers & Anchor Charts: Students can plot out the events of their folktale to organize their thoughts. A variety of plot diagram graphic organizers are included in order to differentiate for your students. This resource is for extension read-aloud activities only. The book is not included.
Author Creatively Gifted
Tags Fountas And Pinnell, Second Grade, Elementary Ela, Reading Comprehension, Character Traits, Guided Reading, Interactive Read-aloud, Picture Book, Folktales, The Treasure By Uri Shulevitz
Jack and the Beanstalk Masks - Full-Color and Coloring versions included
Creative Arts, Art, Drama, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, 3, Coloring Pages, Worksheets, Worksheets & Printables
These fun Jack and the Beanstalk masks are a great way for young children to explore this famous traditional tale and their own creativity! Included are 5 designs in both full-color and coloring versions (pdf format): Jack, Jack's Mother, Giant, Giant's Wife & Bean Seller
Author Little Owls Resources
Tags Story, Role-play, Children Book, Jack And The Beanstalk, Mask, Jack And The Beanstalk Versions
Lovely Landscape Art Lesson for Kids
Creative Arts, Art, Not Grade Specific, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools
Lovely Landscape Art Lesson for Kids Energize your students' artistry and deepen their comprehension of landscapes with the Lovely Landscape Art Lesson for Kids. This enlightening resource is a full-scale art lesson offering an array of delightful, practical pursuits designed to engage learners in lively sessions of painting, drawing, and beyond! Primarily, this artwork lesson stands out owing to its novel teaching approach which utilizes interactive learning tactics such as dice games. These joy-brimming activities not only nurture cooperative learning but also act as a superb way to introduce or strengthen landscape concepts in a wholly engaging manner. Returns: 14 Printable Pages Main Draw: Packed with content available at the click of the print button - simple planning! Universal Appeal: Content maintains its relevance across different grades levels offering incredible flexibility when integrating into existing lessons. Apart from focusing on visual expression, this instructional tool incorporates writing tasks too. Encouraging learners to recount their experiences fosters constructive retrospection on their artwork thereby gaining insights into their unique creative progression which can often pilot towards better future projects. The implementation possibilities are many! Use it during classroom group sessions or as take-home assignments - whatever fits your needs best! But perhaps what trumps all is that while being deeply educational; each activity remains enjoyable so even as children are learning about landscapes, they also have fun doing so! In summation,the Lovely Landscape Art Lesson for Kids embodiesthe essenceof educationand fun wrapped into one comprehensive package; giving teachers an all-in-one solution promoting children’s artistic expression while fostering cognitive development.
Author Party in the Art Room - Arts & Crafts for Kids | Arts Integration
Tags Art Lesson, Landscape, Hands-on Activities, Interactive Learning, Painting