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Reading Comprehension Graphic Organizers
Aid your students in comprehending texts by providing graphic organizers that structure their thinking. This collection includes summarizing tools, inference charts, and question-response organizers. By integrating these aids, you can enhance students' ability to process and retain information.
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The Steadfast Tin Soldier Lapbook Project Reading Writing Grades 3 4 5
Language Development, ELA, ESL, Literature, Literary Devices, Children’s Literature, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Strategies, Grade 3, 4, 5, Activities, Crafts, Centers, Projects, Graphic Organizers, Teacher Tools, Templates
Encourage strength of spirit through the classic tale of The Steadfast Tin Soldierwith this The Steadfast Tin SoldierLapbook Project . This purposeful resource is created for Grades 3, 4, and 5 students, homeschoolers and EFL/ESL learners and designed to be used for reading classes, reading centers, fairy tale units, reading comprehension assessment tool, sub plan and more! Contents: •3 The Steadfast Tin SoldierLapbook Leveled Reading Passages (Easy, Average, and Hard) •6 The Steadfast Tin SoldierLapbook Cover Options •2 The Steadfast Tin SoldierLapbook Name Page Designs (for individual or group use) •1 The Steadfast Tin SoldierLapbook Inner Overlap Panel •3 The Steadfast Tin SoldierLapbook Story Summary Page Formats •2 The Steadfast Tin SoldierLapbook Thematic Message Pages •2 The Steadfast Tin SoldierLapbook Pockets for Story Sequence Cards •6 The Steadfast Tin SoldierLapbook Illustrated Sequence •3 The Steadfast Tin SoldierLapbook Sets of Sequencing Cards – Easy, Average, and Hard (6 cards each) •6 The Steadfast Tin SoldierLapbook Story Retell Cards •1 The Steadfast Tin SoldierLapbook Character Traits Fold •1 The Steadfast Tin SoldierLapbook Story Setting Fold •1 The Steadfast Tin SoldierLapbook Additional Information Foldable •1 The Steadfast Tin SoldierLapbook Story Rating Page •1 The Steadfast Tin SoldierLapbook Reflection Fold
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Tags The Steadfast Tin Soldier, Fairy Tales, Reading Comprehensio, Reading Centers, ELA Project
The Emperor’s New Clothes Lapbook Project ELA Grades 3 4 5
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Strategies, Literature, Literary Devices, Children’s Literature, Grade 3, 4, 5, Centers, Activities, Crafts, Projects, Assessments, Teacher Tools, Graphic Organizers, Templates
Start the parade through the classic tale of The Emperor’s New Clotheswith this The Emperor’s New ClothesLapbook Project! Perfect for reading classes, ELA activities, reading centers, reading comprehension supplemental tool, reading project, subplan and so much more! What’s Inside: 3 The Emperor’s New ClothesLapbook Leveled Reading Passages (Easy, Average, Hard) 6 The Emperor’s New ClothesLapbook Customizable Lapbook Covers 2 The Emperor’s New ClothesLapbook Name Page Formats (for solo or group project) 1 The Emperor’s New ClothesLapbook Inner Overlap Template 3 The Emperor’s New ClothesLapbook Story Summary Pages 2 The Emperor’s New ClothesLapbook Moral Message Pages 2 The Emperor’s New ClothesLapbook Event Pockets 6 The Emperor’s New ClothesLapbook Story Sequence Cards 3 The Emperor’s New ClothesLapbook Sets of Sequence Cards (graded by difficulty – 6 per set) 6 The Emperor’s New ClothesLapbook Retelling Cards 1 The Emperor’s New ClothesLapbook Character Traits Fold 1 The Emperor’s New ClothesLapbook Setting Fold to 1 The Emperor’s New ClothesLapbook Extra Info Fold 1 The Emperor’s New ClothesLapbook Story Review Page 1 The Emperor’s New ClothesLapbook Personal Reflection Fold
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Tags The Emperor's New Clothes, Reading Comprehension, Fairy Tale, ELA Project, Reading Centers
Reading Comprehension: Using Graphic Organizers to Identify Main Ideas
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Common Core, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Graphic Organizers, Teacher Tools
Reading Comprehension: Using Graphic Organizers to Identify Main Ideas This valuable teaching resource, entitled "Reading Comprehension: Using Graphic Organizers to Identify Main Ideas", serves as a crucial tool for enhancing students' reading skills. Created primarily for student education in grades 5 through 8, this resource focuses on promoting an understanding of Language Arts and specifically targets pertinent comprehension techniques. The Aim The paramount aim of our Reading Comprehension guide is the teaching and mastery of fundamental reading abilities, which are integral to achieving comprehension fluency in all subject areas and contexts. Given the primacy of reading as a communicative skill in our society, this guide places strong emphasis on many foundational building blocks central to the acquisition of excellent reading skills. Applying context clues for better text understanding Determining the main idea underlying written material Making valid interpretations and logical inference from written content The Added Benefits This teaching resource supports educators by providing clear explanations comprising definitions of crucial terms that aid children's understanding. A key incentive offered by this guide is its user-friendly interface; interspersed within are multiple opportunities for learners to reinforce their gained skills via practice exercises. Additionally, the learning objectives embedded within our books adhere strictly to Bloom’s Taxonomy of Learning constructs—providing high usability assured educational relevance—and meet Common Core State Standards criteria. This versatile tool facilitates both whole group instruction—to manage a more generalized learning program—as well as small group instructional segments possibly aimed at helping individuals tackle specific challenges or difficulties encountered during independent study or homework assignments. Digital Format Features Fully digitally formatted material is at your disposal. With a complete PDF of 24 easily accessible pages ready for immediate printing, this educational asset proves invaluable while formulating lesson plans aimed at instilling extensive knowledge on comprehension strategies in students.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags Language Arts, Reading, Comprehension, Graphic Organizers, Main Idea
The Nightingale Lapbook Project Reading & Writing Grades 3 4 5 ELA
ESL, Language Development, ELA, Literary Devices, Literature, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Strategies, Grade 3, 4, 5, Centers, Activities, Crafts, Projects, Assessments, Teacher Tools, Graphic Organizers, Templates
Discover the amazing tale of The Nightingalethrough this dynamic The Nightingale Lapbook Project made especially for Grades 3, 4, and 5 learners, homeschoolers and EFL/ESL students. This interactive resource is packed with activities for your reading class, reading centers, ELA projects, fairy tale units, and reading comprehension assessment tool and so much more! What’s Inside: •3 The Nightingale Lapbook Leveled Reading Passages (Easy, Average, Hard) •6 The Nightingale Lapbook Unique Cover Options •2 The Nightingale Lapbook Name Page Versions (for individual and group projects) •1 The Nightingale Lapbook Center Page •3 The Nightingale Lapbook Story Summary Templates •2 The Nightingale Lapbook Theme and Message Pages •2 The Nightingale Lapbook Sequencing Pockets •6 The Nightingale Lapbook Picture Event Cards •3 The Nightingale Lapbook Event Sequencing Sets – Easy, Average, Hard (6 cards each) •6 The Nightingale Lapbook The Nightingale Lapbook Retell Cue Cards •1 The Nightingale Lapbook Character Foldable •1 The Nightingale Lapbook Setting Accordion Fold •1 The Nightingale Lapbook Story Elements Foldout •1 The Nightingale Lapbook Book Rating Page •1 The Nightingale Lapbook Personal Connection Page
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The Princess and the Pea Fairy Tale Foldable Mini Book Grade 1 2 3 ELA
ESL, Language Development, ELA, Children’s Literature, Literature, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Handwriting, Writing, Grade 1, 2, 3, Centers, Activities, Crafts, Projects, Assessments, Teacher Tools, Graphic Organizers
Develop the necessary literacy skills of your young learners through this purposefully made The Princess and the PeaMini Book Pack. Created for Grades 1, 2 and 3 students, homeschoolers, and EFL/ESL learners, this resource is designed for reading classes, reading centers, reading comprehension exercises, writing practice, fine motor skills exercises, fairy tale units, supplemental assessment tool, morning work, early finisher additional activities, and so much more! What’s Included: •The Princess and the PeaStory Mini Book– for story retelling, reading and reading comprehension practice •The Princess and the PeaStory Mini BookTrace & Read Pages– handwriting practice and motor skills exercise •The Princess and the PeaMini BookSequencing Booklet– sequencing and sorting exercise, story retelling and reading practice •The Princess and the PeaMini BookRetell & Reflect Pages– retell practice, creativity and imagination development •The Princess and the PeaMini BookBlank Create-a-Story Templates– story telling, supporting creative and imaginative thinking skills •The Princess and the PeaMini BookTeacher Guide + Sample Lesson Plan
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Tags The Princess And The Pea, Reading Comprehension, ELA Project, Reading Centers
The Frog Prince Lapbook Project Reading & Writing Grades 3 4 5 ELA
Language Development, ELA, ESL, Children’s Literature, Literature, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Strategies, Grade 3, 4, 5, Activities, Centers, Projects, Assessments, Teacher Tools, Graphic Organizers, Templates, Crafts
Bring the magic of the timeless tale of The Frog Prince through this The Frog Prince Lapbook Project. Designed for Grades 3, 4 and 5 students, homeschoolers and ESL/EFL learners, this fun and engaging resource is perfect for reading classes, fairy tale unit, reading centers, and assessment tool for reading comprehension activities. What’s Included: •3 The Frog Prince Lapbook Differentiated Reading Passages (Easy, Average, and Hard) •5 The Frog Prince Lapbook Cover Design Choices •2 The Frog Prince Lapbook Name Page Options •1 The Frog Prince Lapbook Inner Overlap Panel •3 The Frog Prince Lapbook Story Summary Sheets •2 The Frog Prince Lapbook Story Message Pages •2 The Frog Prince Lapbook Event Sequence Pockets •6 The Frog Prince Lapbook Illustrated Photocards •3 The Frog Prince Lapbook Sequencing Sets – With 6 story cards each (Easy to Hard levels) •6 The Frog Prince Lapbook Retelling Cards •1 The Frog Prince Lapbook Character Traits Foldable •1 The Frog Prince Lapbook Setting Fold •1 The Frog Prince Lapbook Additional Information Fold •1 The Frog Prince Lapbook Story Rating Page •1 The Frog Prince Lapbook Reflection Fold
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Tags The Frog Prince, Fairy Tale, Reading Comprehension, ELA Project
Noah’s Ark Lapbook Grades 4 5 6 Bible Story ELA PROJECT
ELA, ESL, Language Development, Children’s Literature, Literature, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Strategies, Grade 4, 5, 6, Activities, Projects, Graphic Organizers, Teacher Tools, Templates
Let your learners explore the classic Bible story of Noah’s Ark and bring the lessons of loyalty and faith through this Noah’s Ark Lapbook Project. Created for Grades 4, 5, 6, homeschoolers, and EFL/ESL learners, this resource is excellent for Sunday schools and Bible lessons, reading classes, supplemental assessment tool, subplan activities, and more! What’s Included: 6 Noah’s Ark Lapbook Covers to choose from (colorful and black & white versions for student creativity) 2 Noah’s Ark Lapbook Name Pages (for both solo and group use) 1 Noah’s Ark Lapbook Inner Overlap Panel for lapbook structure and layout 2 Noah’s Ark Lapbook Story Summary Pages to help students summarize the story in their own words 1 Noah’s Ark Lapbook Story Message Page to reflect on God’s promise and Noah’s faith 1 Noah’s Ark Lapbook Story Sequence Pocket to hold event cards neatly 6 Noah’s Ark Lapbook Illustrated Story Sequence Photocards for visual storytelling support 3 Noah’s Ark Lapbook Story Sequence Sets (Easy, Average, Hard – 6 cards per set) to meet various learner levels 6 Noah’s Ark Lapbook Story Retell Cards to encourage student voice and comprehension 1 Noah’s Ark Lapbook Character Traits Fold to explore characters' behavior and personalities 1 Noah’s Ark Lapbook Story Setting Fold to describe the world before and after the flood 1 Noah’s Ark Lapbook Book Ratings Page for students to give feedback and express thoughts 1 Noah’s Ark Lapbook Prayer Response Fold to inspire heartfelt, reflective writing
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Tags Bible Studies, Bible Story, Noah's Ark, Reading Comprehension, ELA Project, Reading Strategies
The Snow Queen Lapbook Project Reading & Writing Grades 3 4 5 ELA
Language Development, ELA, ESL, Children’s Literature, Literature, Literary Devices, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Strategies, Grade 3, 4, 5, Centers, Activities, Crafts, Projects, Assessments, Teacher Tools, Graphic Organizers, Templates
Experience the captivating tale of The Snow Queenthrough this The Snow QueenLapbook Project designed for Grades 3, 4, and 5 students, homeschoolers and EFL/ESL learners. This meaningful resource is created for reading classes, reading centers, fairy tale units, reading comprehension projects, and so much more! Contents: •3 The Snow QueenLapbook Differentiated Reading Passages (Easy, Average, Hard) •6 The Snow QueenLapbook Unique Cover Options •2 The Snow QueenLapbook Name Page Versions (for individual or group projects) •1 The Snow QueenLapbook Lapbook Center Flap •3 The Snow QueenLapbook Story Summary Pages •2 The Snow QueenLapbook Theme & Lesson Pages •2 The Snow QueenLapbook Sequence Pockets •6 The Snow QueenLapbook Visual Event Cards •3 The Snow QueenLapbook Sequencing Sets (Easy, Medium, Hard – 6 cards each) •6 The Snow QueenLapbook Retell Cards •1 The Snow QueenLapbook Character Analysis Fold •1 The Snow QueenLapbook Setting Foldable •1 The Snow QueenLapbook Elements of Story Fold •1 The Snow QueenLapbook Story Reflection Page •1 The Snow QueenLapbook Personal Connection Fold
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Tags The Snow Queen, Fairy Tale, Reading Centers, Reading Comprehension, ELA Projects
Jack and the Beanstalk Lapbook Project Reading & Writing Grade 3 4 5
Language Development, ELA, Children’s Literature, Literature, Literary Devices, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Grade 3, 4, 5, Activities, Centers, Crafts, Projects, Teacher Tools, Graphic Organizers, Assessments
Trek the trail of Jack in this fantastic Jack and the Beanstalk Lapbook Project designed for Grades 3, 4, 5, homeschool classrooms, and EFL/ESL learners. This perfect resource set is made for reading classes, reading centers, fairy tale units, sub plans, as well as a supplemental assessment tool for your reading comprehension activities. Contents: •3 Jack and the Beanstalk Lapbook Differentiated Reading Passages (Easy, Average, Hard) •6 Jack and the Beanstalk Lapbook Themed Lapbook Covers •2 Jack and the Beanstalk Lapbook Name Pages •1 Jack and the Beanstalk Lapbook Inner Overlap Page •3 Jack and the Beanstalk Lapbook Story Summary Page Options •2 Jack and the Beanstalk Lapbook Story Message Pages •2 Jack and the Beanstalk Lapbook Story Sequence Pockets •6 Jack and the Beanstalk Lapbook Story Sequence Photocards •3 Jack and the Beanstalk Lapbook Story Sequence Sets (6 cards each: Easy, Average, Hard) •6 Jack and the Beanstalk Lapbook Story Retell Cards •1 Jack and the Beanstalk Lapbook Character Traits Fold •1 Jack and the Beanstalk Lapbook Story Setting Fold •1 Jack and the Beanstalk Lapbook Additional Elements Fold •1 Jack and the Beanstalk Lapbook Story Ratings Page •1 Jack and the Beanstalk Lapbook Personal Reflection Fold
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Tags Jack And The Beanstalk, Fairy Tale, Reading Comprehension, ELA Project
Rapunzel Lapbook Project Reading & Writing Grades 3 4 5 ELA
Language Development, ELA, ESL, Literature, Literary Devices, Children’s Literature, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Strategies, Grade 3, 4, 5, Centers, Activities, Crafts, Projects, Graphic Organizers, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Templates
Discover the magical tale of Rapunzel with this Rapunzel Lapbook Project made for Grades 3, 4, 5 students, homeschoolers, and EFL/ESL learners. This amazing resource is perfect for reading classes, reading centers, fairy tale units, reading comprehension assessment tool, and so much more! What’s Included: • 3 Rapunzel Lapbook Leveled Reading Passages (Easy, Average, Hard) • 6 Rapunzel Lapbook Cover Options • 2 Rapunzel Lapbook Name Pages • 1 Rapunzel Lapbook Inner Overlap Template • 3 Rapunzel Lapbook Story Summary Pages • 2 Rapunzel Lapbook Theme/Message Pages • 2 Rapunzel Lapbook Sequence Pockets • 6 Rapunzel Lapbook Story Sequence Photocards • 3 Rapunzel Lapbook Story Sequence Sets – Easy to Hard (6 cards each) • 6 Rapunzel Lapbook Retell Cards • 1 Rapunzel Lapbook Character Traits Fold • 1 Rapunzel Lapbook Setting Fold • 1 Rapunzel Lapbook Additional Info Fold • 1 Rapunzel Lapbook Story Ratings Page • 1 Rapunzel Lapbook Reflection Fold
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Tags Rapunzel, Fairy Tales, Reading Comprehension, ELA Project, Reading Centers
Thumbelina Fairy Tale Lapbook Project Reading & Writing Grades 3 4 5
ELA, ESL, Language Development, Literary Devices, Literature, Children’s Literature, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Strategies, Grade 3, 4, 5, Centers, Activities, Escape Room, Projects, Assessments, Teacher Tools, Graphic Organizers, Templates
Bring your learners to the amazing world and adventure of Thumbelina through this Thumbelina Lapbook Project created for Grades 3, 4, and 5, homeschoolers and EFL/ESL learners. This resource is a perfect project for your reading classroom, reading centers, fairy tale unit, and reading comprehension assessment tool. Contents: •3 Thumbelina Lapbook Project Differentiated Reading Passages (Easy, Average, Hard) •5 Thumbelina Lapbook Project Lapbook Cover Designs •2 Thumbelina Lapbook Project Name Page Styles (Individual or Group Project) •1 Thumbelina Lapbook Project Lapbook Overlap Page for easy assembly •3 Thumbelina Lapbook Project Story Summary Templates •2 Thumbelina Lapbook Project Theme & Lesson Pages •2 Thumbelina Lapbook Project Sequence Pockets •6 Thumbelina Lapbook Project Story Sequence Cards •3 Thumbelina Lapbook Project Levels of Sequence Cards (6 per level) •6 Thumbelina Lapbook Project Story Retell Cards •1 Thumbelina Lapbook Project Character Traits Foldable •1 Thumbelina Lapbook Project Setting Foldable •1 Thumbelina Lapbook Project Extra Info Foldable •1 Thumbelina Lapbook Project Story Rating Page •1 Thumbelina Lapbook Project Reflection Fold
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Tags Thumbelina, ELA Project, Reading Centers, Reading Comprehension Project
"Chasing Vermeer" Novel Study
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Language Development, Vocabulary, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies, Graphic Organizers, Assessments, Activities, Worksheets
This novel study is a complete supplemental resource for Chasing Vermeer by Blue Balliet. The included activities focus on the genre of mystery, reader response questions, comprehension questions, vocabulary practice, character analysis, the elements of the plot, and more! Graphic organizers are included, along with a clue tracker chart and mystery genre posters. ⭐️This Resource Includes:⭐️ Who Was Johannes Vermeer?: A short biography about Vermeer that includes reader response questions. Reader Response Journal: This reader response journal is divided into 5 sections by chapters. Each section includes 1-2 pages of vocabulary practice and 1-2 pages of short answer comprehension questions, and a 4-page final assessment that is mixed with multiple choice questions and short answer questions. Not only can this literature response packet be used for whole group discussion/instruction, but it works great in literature circles, to hold group members accountable for reading and discussing the text. It can also be used as a homework assignment, small group instruction, book clubs, etc. Mystery Genre Resources - This section includes 2 mystery genre posters (2 color options) and a Clue Tracker to record clues or evidence regarding suspicious people or events from the novel. Quote Analysis with response questions: a pre-reading activity Elements of Plot: Graphic Organizer Character Analysis: This graphic organizer can be used for any character(s) at any point during the reading of the novel that you see fit. Task Cards: 2 sets of task cards are included. The first set is made up of open-ended questions & digging deeper prompts. The second set are the same questions used in the reader response journals but in a different format. This offers an alternative to the reader response journal activity .
Author Creatively Gifted
Tags Novel Study, Vocabulary, Comprehension, Partner Discussion, Graphic Organizers, Book Companion, Chasing Vermeer, Mystery, Anchor Chart, Reader Response, Chasing Vermeer Chapter Questions
SETTING: The FIVE Elements of a Story Graphic Organizers
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Language Development, Pre-Reading, Writing, Not Grade Specific, Teacher Tools, Graphic Organizers
This is our SETTING section of our Graphic Organizers Series: The FIVE Elements of a Story. In this set, you can enjoy 10 custom graphic organizers for Setting. These graphic organizers can be used in any classroom, for any grade, and with any student. Use these graphic organizers to help students gain an understanding of Setting in a story. Each graphic organizer comes with instructions on how to use them. Setting Graphic Organizers: Setting Elements - Place + Time + Environment = Setting in this Graphic Organizer. Describe the Place that the story takes place in the house graphic. Then, describe the Time in the clock graphic. Finally, describe the Environment in the landscape graphic. Setting Stage - Draw the setting that the story takes place in on the stage in this graphic organizer. Be sure to illustrate the time and place that the story takes place in. Also include the environment of the story, and try to show the tone or mood that the setting creates for the story. Changes in Setting - Identify how the Setting changes throughout the story. In the first column, write down when and where the story takes place at the beginning. In the second column, write down when and where the story takes place at the end. Compare the two to show how the setting changed. Setting Comparison - Compare your Setting with the Setting of the story. In the first column, describe your own Place, Time, Environment, and Mood. Then, do the same for the story’s setting in the second column. Finally, compare each element of the setting. What is the same? What is different? Tone and Mood - Where + When = Tone/Mood in this Graphic Organizer. Describe Where the story takes place in the house graphic. Then, describe When the story takes place in the clock graphic. Finally, describe how both of these elements affect the Tone and Mood of the story. Setting Map - Draw a map to show where the story takes place. Include all the important places from the story as the setting changes. As an extra activity, include routes to each place as it happens in the story. Additionally, include the time for each place on your map. Be creative with your drawing. Past, Present, Future - Describe the Setting as it changes throughout the story. In the Past section, write the setting that took place before the story (flashback). In the Present section, write the current setting of the story. In the Future section, write the setting that will take place after the story (flashback). Elements of Setting - Place + Time + Environment + Mood = Setting in this Graphic Organizer. Describe the Place that the story takes place in the top left box. Then, describe the Time in the top right box. Then, describe the Environment in the bottom left box. Finally, describe the Mood in the bottom right box. Character and Setting Comparison - Compare the Characters in the story with the Setting. Write traits that the character and setting share where the circles overlap. Write traits that the character and setting don’t share in the outside circles. Do this for each character and setting in the story. Setting Analysis - Describe each element of the Setting in detail. Describe the setting, how it relates to the characters, and how the characters are in conflict with the setting. Then, identify the tone and mood of the story, how the setting affects it, and how the story would change if the setting was different.
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Tags Study, Skills, Character, Literary, Device
FREE: The FIVE Elements of a Story Graphic Organizers
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Language Development, Pre-Reading, Writing, Not Grade Specific, Teacher Tools, Graphic Organizers
This is a FREE sample of our Graphic Organizers Series: The FIVE Elements of a Story. In this sample, you can enjoy a selection of 10 custom graphic organizers for Character, Setting, Plot, Theme, and Conflict. These graphic organizers can be used in any classroom, for any grade, and with any student. Use these graphic organizers to help students gain an understanding of the five elements of a story. Each graphic organizer comes with instructions on how to use them. Character Graphic Organizers: Character Map - Write the name of the character in the middle circle. Then, describe the character’s actions in the top left square; what the character says and how they speak in the top right square; the character’s feelings in the bottom left square; and what the character looks like in the bottom right square. Character Comparison - Use the Venn Diagram to compare two characters from the story. Write the names of each character in the overlapping circles. Write any differences the characters have with one another in the outside circles. Write any similarities the characters have in the middle of both circles. Setting Graphic Organizers: Setting Stage - Draw the setting that the story takes place in on the stage in this graphic organizer. Be sure to illustrate the time and place that the story takes place in. Also include the environment of the story, and try to show the tone or mood that the setting creates for the story. Elements of Setting - Place + Time + Environment + Mood = Setting in this Graphic Organizer. Describe the Place that the story takes place in the top left box. Then, describe the Time in the top right box. Then, describe the Environment in the bottom left box. Finally, describe the Mood in the bottom right box. Plot Graphic Organizers: Plot Pyramid – Complete this classic Plot Pyramid graphic organizer by writing the Introduction of the story in the bottom left box. Then, describe the Rising Action, followed by the Climax of the story. Finish up with the Falling Action and the Resolution or Conclusion of the story. Storyboard – Illustrate the plot or an event from the story. Draw or describe in detail each stage in the plot or in an event that takes place in the story. Remember, the order of plot development is: Introduction, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action, and Resolution/Conclusion. Theme Graphic Organizers: Theme Chart – First identify the main characters, main conflict, and theme of the story. Then, breakdown the theme of the story by first writing down the beginning of the theme. Follow this by writing the development of the theme, then the climax of the theme. Finish off with the resolution of the theme. Theme Identifier – Get help identifying the Theme of a story by answering the questions. Start off by describing what happens in the story. Then, identify the most important event in the story. Explore the characters by identifying how they change and what they learn. Finally, determine what the author is trying to tell you. Conflict Graphic Organizers: Conflict Dissection – Complete this graphic organizer by filling in each quadrant. In the first box, identify the characters of the story. In the next box, identify the time and place of the story. In the third box, identify the problem that takes place in the story. In the last box, identify the solution to the problem. Conflict Type Chart – In the first column, find examples from the story that shows Character against Character. In the second column, find examples of Character against Nature. In the third column, find examples of Character against Self. And finally, in the fourth column, find examples of Character against Society.
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Tags Study, Skills, Character, Setting, Plot, Theme, Conflict, Literary, Device
Black History Month Juneteenth Biography Reading Graphic Organizer 4-5
Common Core, ELA, Social Studies, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Biographies, Grade 4, 5, 6, Activities, Crafts, Graphic Organizers, Teacher Tools
Introduce learners to the amazing lives of Black History Month and Juneteenth pioneers and personalities through this Black History Month | Juneteenth Pioneers Study Pack. Meticulously made for Graders 4, 5, 6, EFL/ESL students and homeschoolers, this jam-packed resource set includes: 2 SETS of 12 Pioneer Biographies Reading Comprehension (COLORED AND BLACK&WHITE SETS) Featuring: 1. Langston Hughes 2. Thurgood Marshall 3. Sojourner Truth 4. Martin Luther King Jr. 5. Sarah E. Goode 6. Wilma Rudolph 7. Billie Holiday 8. Bessie Coleman 9. George W. Carver 10. Phyllis Wheatley 11. Booker T. Washington 12. Ruby Bridges Foldable Biography Graphic Organizers for each pioneers Pioneers Cryptogram Quotes The biography reading comprehension set presents our special pioneers’ story that the students can explore and study. Through the reading texts, they can then complete the foldable graphic organizers that are perfect assessment project and even a perfect showpiece for open house programs! Finally, the cryptogram quote exercises are fun, yet purposeful, activities that the students can do as part of their reading exercise and a perfect addition to morning works. This Black History Month / Juneteenth Study Pack is perfect for ELA, social studies, reading comprehension, and reading project– a valuable resource in your teacher toolbox!
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Tags Black History Month, Juneteenth, Black History Month Biographies, Reading Comprehension, Graphic Organizers, Biography Graphic Organizers, Cryptograms
READING-COMPREHENSION PACK | RENEWABLE ENERGY | 20 FREE PAGES
Reading Comprehension, Reading, ELA, Strategies, Creative Writing, Writing, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Science, Elementary, High School, Adult Education, Homeschool Resources, Middle School, Not Grade Specific, Anchor Charts, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Graphic Organizers, Quizzes and Tests
READING-COMPREHENSION PACK | RENEWABLE ENERGY | 20 FREE PAGES ABOUT THE AUTHOR: At EDITORIAL ARENAS EDUCATIVAS, we believe that learning should be as fun as playing. That’s why we create educational materials that spark children’s curiosity and creativity. I invite you to check out my educational store and discover the wide range of resources that can transform your classes. MAIN DESCRIPTION OF THIS RESOURCE: What is the name of the product? Hello! Thank you so much for being interested in this beautiful and fabulous product that you can use with your children, both at school and at home. The name of this fabulous product is: READING-COMPREHENSION PACK | RENEWABLE ENERGY How many pages does it include? This educational document, carefully created and in some cases compiled, has the following number of pages: 20 What format is it in (A4, letter, digital, printable)? This educational resource is designed in A4 format and PDF, so you will have no difficulties printing it and it will also stay well-protected. SUMAMRY OF THIS PRODUCT: What is the name of the document?:READING-COMPREHENSION PACK | RENEWABLE ENERGY How many pages does it include?: 20 In what format is it available (PDF, Word, PPT)?: PDF Is it in color or black and white?: COLOR SECONDARY AND COMPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: For what age, grade, or school level is it ideal? I usually create resources for early grades (children ages 3–5), but I also design for primary students (ages 7–12). My priority is to make children’s learning creative. What learning area does it focus on? This and all my resources focus on children’s essential learning, such as math and literacy. Occasionally, I also create resources for Spanish. What will students learn or practice with it? With this educational resource, children will be able to practice basic skills in math and literacy. Teachers can also adapt it to other learning areas, since learning is multidisciplinary. Who will benefit the most from this resource (teachers, families, students, therapists)? I strongly believe education involves many people—teachers, parents, and even therapists. That’s why this resource is open to anyone involved in the learning process.
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Tags FREE, FREE RESOURCES, ANCHOR CHART, READING, READING AND COMPREHENSION, COMPREHENSION, RENEWABLE ENERGY
The Ugly Duckling Lapbook Project Grades 3 4 5 ELA
ELA, Children’s Literature, Literature, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Strategies, Grade 3, 4, 5, Activities, Centers, Crafts, Projects, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Graphic Organizers, Templates
Transform your classroom into a special place through this The Ugly DucklingLapbook Project. Made for Grades 3, 4, and 5, homeschoolers and EFL/ESL learners, this interactive resource is perfect for reading classes, fairy tale unit, reading centers, supplemental assessment tool for reading comprehension and so much more! Contents: 3 The Ugly DucklingLapbook Differentiated Reading Passages (Easy, Average, Hard) 6 The Ugly DucklingLapbook Artistic Lapbook Covers 2 The Ugly DucklingLapbook Name Page Options (for individuals or group projects) 1 The Ugly DucklingLapbook Overlap Piece 3 The Ugly DucklingLapbook Story Summary Templates 2 The Ugly DucklingLapbook Moral & Message Pages 2 The Ugly DucklingLapbook Sequence Pockets 6 The Ugly DucklingLapbook Photo Sequence Cards 3 The Ugly DucklingLapbook Card Sets for sequencing practice (6 cards each) 6 The Ugly DucklingLapbook Retelling Cards 1 The Ugly DucklingLapbook Character Traits Fold 1 The Ugly DucklingLapbook Setting Fold 1 The Ugly DucklingLapbook Additional Fold 1 The Ugly DucklingLapbook Story Ratings Page for students 1 The Ugly DucklingLapbook Personal Reflection Fold
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Jabuti the Tortoise Reader Response Activities
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Grade 2, 3, 4, Teacher Tools, Graphic Organizers, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies, Activities, Worksheets
This picture book companion is the perfect resource to accompany the book Jabuti the Tortoise: A Trickster Tale from the Amazon by Gerald McDermott. It includes 34 print-and-go reading activities to choose from, making this resource ideal for customizing learning to your student's specific needs and academic abilities. Students will investigate characters, identify story elements, determine the theme, practice plotting story events, compare & contrast, make predictions, inferences, & connections, 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:⭐️ ◾ Elements of a Trickster Tale Anchor Chart or Notes Handout: Color and B&W ◾ Making Predictions: Before reading the book, students will make predictions about the text. ◾ Elements of a Trickster Tale: Students fill in the chart with the details of the story that characterize it as a trickster tale. ◾ Trickster Tale Tidbits: Students will answer the questions with details from the story that proves it's a trickster tale. ◾ 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. ◾ 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 Inferences: Students use clues & schema to make inferences while reading the story. ◾ Making Connections: Students make connections to an event from the story. ◾ Author's Message: Students describe four important events from the story in chronological order and answer the questions about the author's message. ◾ Character Inside & Out (Jabuti): Students include details from the story to describe what the character says, thinks, does, and feels. ◾ Character Inside & Out (Vulture): Students include details from the story to describe what the character says, thinks, does, and feels. ◾ Character Feelings (Jabuti): 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 Feelings (Vulture): 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 (Jabuti): Students select the character traits that best describe the character at different times throughout the story and provide examples from the book to support each character trait. ◾ Character Development (Vulture): Students select the character traits that best describe the character at different times throughout the story and provide examples from the book to support each character trait. ◾ Character Change (Jabuti): 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. ◾ Character Change (Vulture): 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 draw a scene from the story & explain why it's 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 that the setting changed. ◾ Theme: Students answer the questions to determine which theme best fits the story and provide text evidence to support their choice. ◾ Thinking About the Text: Students will answer the questions about the story & include examples from the text to support their answers. ◾ Compare & Contrast: Students answer the questions to compare & contrast Jabuti's tricks to Vulture's trick. ◾ Vocabulary Crossword Puzzle: Students use the clues and the word bank to fill in the crossword puzzle (ANSWER KEY INCLUDED). ◾ Antonyms All Around: Students find the antonyms, words with opposite meanings, in the text provided from the story and use a dictionary, or scan the QR code, to find more opposite words for the antonyms they found in the text. ◾ Wait... There's More!: Students will write about what happens next in the story. ◾ Book Review: Students color in the stars to rate how much they enjoyed the book and draw a new cover & their favorite character from the story. Then, they will explain why other kids should or should not read it. ◾ Write an Origin Story: Students will plan and write their own origin story. The following pages are included in this activity : ◾ My Trickster Tale Planning Sheet: Students use the planning sheet to organize their own origin story. They select an animal that they think is special and write a story about how the animal got its voice, coloring, nose, tail, speed, or other special features or abilities. ◾ My Trickster Tale Cover: Students design a book cover for their origin story. ◾ Lined Writing Paper: Three different layouts are included. 💡Need ideas for different ways you can implement these activities? ◾ Focus on different reading skills each day for targeted instruction, and have students complete a corresponding printable to check for understanding. ◾ During centers, students can independently read the story again and complete an activity that reviews a previously taught concept. ◾ Work with students on a reading concept they struggle with during guided reading or strategy groups. ◾ Students work with a partner or in literature circles to complete additional reading activities. The book is not included. ⭐️You may also like: ⭐ TEXT SET #1: "The Importance of Friendship" ◾ A Weekend With Wendell Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ First Come the Zebra Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ This is Our House Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ Horace and Morris But Mostly Dolores Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ The Old Woman Who Named Things Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA TEXT SET #3: "Finding Your Way in a New Place" ◾ Grandfather Counts Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ The Have a Good Day Cafe, Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ Roses for Gita Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ Mango, Abuela, and Me, Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ Home at Last Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA TEXT SET #7: "Exploring Narrative Nonfiction" ◾ Cactus Hotel Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ A Log's Life Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ Salmon Stream Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ Think of an Eel Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ✨Be sure to check out my storefront here: https://teachsimple.com/contributor/creatively-gifted
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Tags IRA, Picture Book Activities, Read Aloud Lessons, Interactive Read Aloud Activities, Elementary Reading, Reading Comprehension, Fountas And Pinnell IRA, Second Grade, Trickster Tales, Jabuti The Tortoise
Little Red Riding Hood Fairy Tale Foldable Mini Book Grade 1 2 3 ELA
Language Development, ELA, ESL, Children’s Literature, Literature, Literary Devices, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Strategies, Grade 1, 2, 3, Centers, Activities, Crafts, Projects, Assessments, Teacher Tools, Graphic Organizers
Experience the amazing adventure of the brave Little Red Riding Hood through this fun and engaging Little Red Riding Hood Mini Book Set! Made for Grades 1, 2, and 3 students, homeschoolers, and EFL/ESL learners, this dynamic resource is focused on building different literacy skills significant to young learners including reading, writing, fine more, creative thinking skills and so much more! This set can be used for reading classes, reading comprehension strategies exercises, reading centers, literacy center, supplemental reading assessment tool, morning work activities, early finisher extra exercises, sub plan activities, and so much more! What’s Inside: •Colored Little Red Riding Hood Story Flip Book – for reading and story re-telling practice and reading comprehension exercises •Little Red Riding Hood Trace & Read Mini Book – for writing and fine motor skills practice •Little Red Riding Hood Sequence & Retell Mini Book – for reading strategy exercise •Little Red Riding Hood Imagine & Rewrite Mini Book – for writing and creativity exercises •Little Red Riding Hood Design-Your-Own Mini Book Pages – for writing, story telling, and creativity exercises •Teacher Guide + Lesson Plan Sample
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Story Elements Main Idea Character Analysis Graphic Organizers
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Strategies, Grade 4, 5, 6, Graphic Organizers, Teacher Tools
If you’re looking for relevant and exciting activities to support your students’ reading comprehension skills, this Differentiated Story Elements Graphic Organizers is for you! Made for fourth to sixth grade primary level students, homeschoolers and EFL/ESL learners, this set contains 30 pages of ready-to-use worksheets that support any reading curriculum. With different designs that support learners’ learning levels, this resource is perfect inclusion to your reading class! What’s included are: •17 Story Map / Story Elements Graphic Organizers •8 Character Analysis Graphic Organizers •5 Main Idea and Supporting Details / Key Idea and Key Details Organizers This Differentiated Story Elements Graphic Organizers set can be used as an additional resource for story map, story elements, character analysis, main idea and supporting details activities and even projects that can be a perfect inclusion for students’ file folders and portfolios. With the variety of activities, this is a helpful and necessary tool that the teachers can rely on for many school years to come!
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Tags Graphic Organizer, Reading Comprehension, Story Elements, Story Maps, Character Analysis, Main Idea
Adam and Eve Lapbook Grades 4 5 6 Bible Story ELA
ELA, ESL, Language Development, Children’s Literature, Literature, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Strategies, Homeschool Templates, Grade 4, 5, 6, Centers, Activities, Projects, Graphic Organizers, Teacher Tools, Templates
Encourage the love for reading and continue spreading the faith with this Adam and Eve Lapbook ! This lapbook project is made for Grades 4, 5, 6, homeschool settings, and EFL/ESL learners, and perfect for Sunday Bible study/ school, ELA classes, and assessment tool for reading comprehension. What’s Included: 6 Adam and Eve Lapbook Cover Options 2 Adam and Eve Lapbook Name Pages 1 Adam and Eve Lapbook Inner Overlap Panel 2 Adam and Eve Lapbook Story Summary Templates 1 Adam and Eve Lapbook Main Message Page – 1 Adam and Eve Lapbook Sequencing Pocket 6 Adam and Eve Lapbook Visual Story Sequence Cards 3 Adam and Eve Lapbook Levels of Sequencing Sets 6 Adam and Eve Lapbook Retelling Cards 1 Adam and Eve Lapbook Character Reflection Fold 1 Adam and Eve Lapbook Story Setting 1 Adam and Eve Lapbook Story Rating Page 1 Adam and Eve Lapbook This Adam and Eve Lapbook is perfect for reading comprehension, reading strategies, writing exercise, sequencing, retelling, self-reflection, and creative exercise.
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Rapunzel Fairy Tale Foldable Mini Book Grade 1 2 3 ELA
Language Development, ELA, ESL, Children’s Literature, Literature, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Writing, Handwriting, Creative Writing, Grade 1, 2, 3, Centers, Activities, Crafts, Projects, Assessments, Teacher Tools, Graphic Organizers
Look forward to an exciting and meaningful learning experience through this dynamic Rapunzel Mini Bool Pack. Ideal for Grades 1, 2 and 3, homeschoolers, and EFL/ESL learners, this amazing resource is packed with purposeful activities to support different literacy skills including reading, writing, fine motor, storytelling and story re-telling, speaking, listening and so much more! The mini books in this set can be used for reading classes, reading centers, literacy centers, fairy tale units, early finisher additional task, morning work, assessment tool, and more. What’s Included: •Rapunzel Story Mini Book– for story retelling, reading and reading comprehension practice •Rapunzel Story Mini BookTrace & Read Pages– handwriting practice and motor skills exercise •Rapunzel Mini BookSequencing Booklet– sequencing and sorting exercise, story retelling and reading practice •Rapunzel Mini BookRetell & Reflect Pages– retell practice, creativity and imagination development •Rapunzel Mini BookBlank Create-a-Story Templates– story telling, supporting creative and imaginative thinking skills •Rapunzel Mini BookTeacher Guide + Sample Lesson Plan
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Caves and Karst Unit Study
Creative Arts, Art, Social Studies, ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Grammar, Language Development, Vocabulary, Spelling, Writing, Grade 3, 4, 5, Activities, Crafts, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans, Presentations, Graphic Organizers, Projects, Assessments, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
The Caves and Karst Unit Study This is an engaging, comprehensive, and low preparation teaching resource that explores the fascinating world of caves and karst. It is a valuable resource for educators focusing on grades 3 to 5, as well as homeschooling guardians. Main Topics Covered Introductory concepts about caves and karst formations Detailed insight into speleothems and cave forms Landscape found in karsts Particularly captivating information about cave ecosystems habitat adaptations. The unit study wraps up with an exploration of cave conservation efforts highlighting their importance. Tailored Approach to Learning Styles Each lesson includes: Visual-auditory online presentations , alongside curated videos. Reading passages: To cater for those who learn best through perusing textual information. Upon consideration for student handwriting skills levels, options are made available within note-taking pages with either primary lines, regular lines or no lines. Note-taking pages & Graphic organizers: To keep track of acquired knowledge across every topic covered. Hands-on activities are incorporated into every lesson plan providing kinesthetic opportunities. Purposeful Assessment through Quizzes A tool that teachers or homeschoolers can use flexibly over days or weeks depending on pacing preference - quizzes filled with 15 multiple-choice questions per lesson – ideal in testing understanding at each stage. Cross-Curricular Subjects Integration The unit study covers: Art (emphasis on drawing, coloring & crafts) English Language Arts Geography and Geology Grammar, History, Reading, Science and Social Studies research work , Spelling . The Caves and Karst Unit Study: An interactive unit study that inspires young geologists' minds while encouraging the application of learned concepts through hands-on activities. The resource spans over 150 pages premium content in a downloadable file in PDF format. A truly comprehensive guide for both educators and homeschoolers.
Author Heather Huhman
Tags Caves, Karst Formations, Speleothems, Cave Ecosystems, Conservation Efforts
Borreguita and the Coyote Reader Response Activities
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Grade 2, 3, 4, Teacher Tools, Graphic Organizers, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies, Activities, Worksheets
This picture book companion is the perfect resource to accompany the book Borreguita and the Coyote by Verna Aardema. It includes 35 print-and-go reading activities to choose from, making this resource ideal for customizing learning to your student's specific needs and academic abilities. Students will investigate characters, identify story elements, determine the theme, practice plotting story events, compare & contrast, make predictions, inferences, & connections, 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:⭐️ ◾ Elements of a Trickster Tale Anchor Chart or Notes Handout: Color and B&W ◾ Making Predictions: Before reading the book, students will make predictions about the text. ◾ Elements of a Trickster Tale: Students fill in the chart with the details of the story that characterize it as a trickster tale. ◾ Trickster Tale Tidbits: Students will answer the questions with details from the story that proves it's a trickster tale. ◾ 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. ◾ Retell the Story: Students retell the beginning, middle, and end of story with text and illustrations. ◾ 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. ◾ 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 Inferences: Students use clues & schema to make inferences while reading the story. ◾ Making Connections: Students make connections to an event from the story. ◾ Cause & Effect (simplified cut-and-paste): Students are given either the cause or effect and will cut & match up cause & effect cards, then paste them in the correct boxes (ANSWER KEY included). ◾ Cause & Effect (cut-and-paste): Students cut & match up cause & effect cards, then paste them in the correct boxes (ANSWER KEY included). ◾ Cause & Effect: Students fill in the causes and effects (ANSWER KEY included). ◾ Author's Message: Students describe four important events from the story in chronological order and answer the questions about the author's message. ◾ Character Inside & Out (Borreguita): Students include details from the story to describe what the character says, thinks, does, and feels. ◾ Character Inside & Out (Coyote): Students include details from the story to describe what the character says, thinks, does, and feels. ◾ Character Feelings (Borreguita): 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 Feelings (Coyote): 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 (Borreguita): Students select the character traits that best describe the character at different times throughout the story and provide examples from the book to support each character trait. ◾ Character Development (Coyote): Students select the character traits that best describe the character at different times throughout the story and provide examples from the book to support each character trait. ◾ Character Change (Borreguita): 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. ◾ Character Change (Coyote): 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. ◾ Character Acrostic Poem (Borreguita): Students will write an acrostic poem to describe the character. ◾ Character Acrostic Poem (Coyote): Students will write an acrostic poem to describe the character. ◾ Sketch a Scene From the Story: Students draw a scene from the story & explain why it's 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 that the setting changed. ◾ Theme: Students answer the questions to determine which theme best fits the story and provide text evidence to support their choice. ◾ Thinking About the Text: Students will answer the questions about the story & include examples from the text to support their answers. ◾ 3-2-1: Students will list three tricks that Borreguita played on Coyote, 2 lessons that can be learned from the story, and one word that describes Borreguita. ◾ Word Search Puzzle: Students identify the words for the definitions below. Then, find the words hidden in the puzzle (ANSWER KEY INCLUDED). ◾ Wait... There's More!: Students will write about what happens next in the story. ◾ Book Review: Students color in the stars to rate how much they enjoyed the book and draw a new cover & their favorite character from the story. Then, they will explain why other kids should or should not read it. 💡Need ideas for different ways you can implement these activities? ◾ Focus on different reading skills each day for targeted instruction, and have students complete a corresponding printable to check for understanding. ◾ During centers, students can independently read the story again and complete an activity that reviews a previously taught concept. ◾ Work with students on a reading concept they struggle with during guided reading or strategy groups. ◾ Students work with a partner or in literature circles to complete additional reading activities. The book is not included in this resource. ⭐️You may also like: ⭐ TEXT SET #1: "The Importance of Friendship" ◾ A Weekend With Wendell Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ First Come the Zebra Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ This is Our House Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ Horace and Morris But Mostly Dolores Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ The Old Woman Who Named Things Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA TEXT SET #3: "Finding Your Way in a New Place" ◾ Grandfather Counts Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ The Have a Good Day Cafe, Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ Roses for Gita Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ Mango, Abuela, and Me, Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ Home at Last Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA TEXT SET #7: "Exploring Narrative Nonfiction" ◾ Cactus Hotel Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ A Log's Life Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ Salmon Stream Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ Think of an Eel Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ✨Be sure to check out my storefront here: https://teachsimple.com/contributor/creatively-gifted
Author Creatively Gifted
Tags IRA, Picture Book Activities, Read Aloud Lessons, Interactive Read Aloud Activities, Elementary Reading, Reading Comprehension, Fountas And Pinnell IRA, Second Grade, Trickster Tales, Borreguita And The Coyote