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Strengthen your students' reading abilities by integrating graphic organizers tailored to comprehension strategies. This collection includes tools for predicting, questioning, visualizing, and summarizing. By using these organizers, you can cater to diverse learning styles and improve overall literacy.
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20 CARDS OF 2-DIGIT SUBCTRACTION | ANIMALS THEMED
Math, Addition and Subtraction, Subtraction, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Flashcards
HELLO! WELCOME TO THE EDITORIAL ARENAS EDUCATIVAS RESOURCE STORE! This time we bring you these fantastic 20 puzzles to cut out! Your children's afternoons will no longer be boring thanks to these fantastic 20 puzzles to practice cutting out. MAIN INFORMATION ABOUT THIS PRODUCT: 20 CARDS WITH MATHEMATICAL OPERATIONS EXERCISES Thank you very much for being part of this educational resources community. A. The name of this educational resource is The title of this educational document is "20 cards with basic mathematical operations" B. This document contains this number of pages This document is made up of 10 sheets or pages, on each page you will find 2 cards, so at the end you will have 20 flashcards with mathematical operations available. C. This educational resource has been developed by: This fabulous educational resource has been developed, designed and also published by EDITORIAL ARENAS EDUCATIVAS D. You can apply this educational document in different contexts such as: You can apply this educational document at home if you are a parent and you want your children to start practicing mathematical operations. You can also apply it in class if you are a teacher and you want your students to practice basic operations very quickly. E. Is this document in black and white or color? This educational document has been designed in color so that it is much more attractive for you and your students. F. For what ages is this document recommended to be applied? You can apply this document to children in primary education who are learning and practicing the resolution of their first mathematical operations. SECONDARY INFORMATION ABOUT THIS PRODUCT: 7. Should I apply it individually or as a group in my class? You can apply this document individually or also as a group, that is, in both modalities. 8. What size and format is this resource in? This document is designed in PDF format, A4 size. 9. Do I need any extra elements to apply it? Yes, you will need scissors and if possible a laminator to cover the cards and make them much more durable. 10. Is it in color or black and white? This document has been designed in color so that it is much more attractive to your students. 11. Is this resource free or do you have to pay to use it? This educational resource is free so take advantage of the opportunity to download it now. 12. How many pages does this educational resource have? This educational document is made up of 10 pages, on each page you will find 2 cards so in the end you will have 20 cards. 13. Does it have an answer key attached? It does not contain an answer key attached. This file is for personal use only. It is not allowed to be resold or shared with others.
Author EDITORIAL ARENAS EDUCATIVAS
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Days and Months Crosswords: 1 Page Sample (PDF)
ELA, Language Development, Resources for Teachers, Vocabulary, Spelling, ESL, Months, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Seasons, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Teacher Tools, Crosswords Puzzles
THIS IS A ONE PAGE SAMPLE OF A SIX CROSSWORD DOWNLOAD FULL SIX CROSSWORD DOWNLOAD INFORMATION: Crossword Series (Themed) This crossword series is designed for students in grades 2–5. Each set of crosswords is built around a clear vocabulary theme, allowing students to strengthen their word recognition, build subject-based knowledge, and reinforce early literacy and thinking skills. Each topic includes six crossword sets , and each set features the following consistent structure: 1. 8 vocabulary clues 2. Crossword puzzle 3. Answer key 4. 1 Did You Know fact related to the set These crosswords are designed to be student-friendly, classroom-ready, and easily integrated into thematic units, seasonal learning, morning work, or independent literacy stations. Days and Months Crosswords Word List 1. Days of the Week Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Week 2. Months of the Year January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August 3. Seasons and Weather Winter, Spring, Summer, Autumn, Rainy, Sunny, Windy, Snowy 4. Holidays and Special Days New Year's, Valentine's, Easter, Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Birthday, Anniversary 5. Telling Time Morning, Afternoon, Evening, Night, Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow, Calendar 6. School and Schedules Recess, Lunch, Weekend, Homework, Test, Bell, Field trip, Vacation PDF Version Other versions will appear here when available. Follow the store for the lastest on new products. How to Use This Crossword These crosswords are ideal for whole-class work, small groups, literacy centers, or take-home activities. Use one set per day, or spread them across a week or month depending on your curriculum needs. Each clue has been crafted to align with the reading level of grades 2–5, with support for both decoding and meaning. The Did You Know? facts offer additional extension opportunities for writing, drawing, or display work. Whether you're reinforcing vocabulary, exploring a seasonal topic, or adding variety to your literacy block, these crosswords provide a fun, flexible, and focused way to boost early literacy in an engaging format. More Days and Months Themed Products Nothing yet, but follow for the latest on new products. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE Themed Crossword Links Addition PDF Animals PDF Around the Home PDF Birthday PDF Candy PDF Christmas PDF Cinco de Mayo PDF Clothes PDF Colors PDF Days and Months PDF Division PDF Earth Day PDF Easter PDF Easy Crosswords PDF Fall PDF Father's Day PDF Food PDF Geography (Set 1) PDF Geography (Set 2) PDF Geography (Set 3) PDF Graduation PDF Health PDF History (Set 1) PDF History (Set 2) PDF History (Set 3) PDF Human Body PDF Kindness PDF Life Skills PDF Mother's Day PDF Multiplication PDF Science Crosswords (Set 1) PDF Science Crosswords (Set 2) PDF Science Crosswords (Set 3) PDF Shapes PDF Social Skills PDF Spring PDF Sports PDF St. Patrick's Day PDF Subtraction PDF Summer PDF Thanksgiving PDF Transport PDF Valentine's Day PDF Winter PDF Crosswords in Depth Structure Each crossword clue is written in simplified language to suit early readers, and follows a strict number-and-clue format (e.g., 1.A shape with four sides ). Students complete each puzzle using the themed vocabulary provided, helping to build both content knowledge and spelling confidence. Each completed set includes: A questions section with clearly formatted clues An answers section to support teacher checking or independent correction A Did You Know? fact tied to the topic (one per set) to add curiosity and cross-curricular value Themes Included The crosswords cover a wide variety of engaging, age-appropriate themes such as: Seasons & Holidays (e.g., Winter, Easter, Valentine’s Day) Math Concepts (e.g., Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, Division) Everyday Topics (e.g., School, Colors, Animals, Weather) Special Units (e.g., Health, Earth Day, Sports, Graduation, Kindness) Each theme is carefully selected to reflect the experiences and interests of young learners, while reinforcing vocabulary and comprehension. For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
Author Cored Education
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Tags Vocabulary, Spelling, Crosswords, Days And Months, Days And Months Crosswords, Days Of The Week, Months Of The Year, Holidays And Special Days, Telling Time
Figurative Language Posters
, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, Posters, Classroom Decor
Figurative Language Posters : A Valuable Teaching Aid Designed to enhance your classroom environment and aid students in remembering the essentials of figurative language, Figurative Language Posters is a boon to educators in public schools and homeschooling setup alike. A Year-Round Teaching Tool These detailed posters can be remained displayed all year round, acting as a constant visual reference for students. Crafted with care on sturdy Astrobrights Cardstock, they present students with vibrant and strong learning materials. An Engaging Learning Resource for Grade 2-6 Students Aiming to tickle the curiosity and engage young minds, these artistic posters foster understanding of complex concepts like Hyperbole, Metaphor, Personification, Onomatopoeia, Alliteration, Simile ,and Idioms easily. An Integrated Approach Towards Learning Figurative Language Adopting these resources into daily teaching practice is hassle-free. They can facilitate different group learning dynamics: Bulk Group Learning: Introduce or review core topics related to figurative language with everyone participating. Focused Group Instruction: Utilize them within small group settings or one-on-one tutoring sessions for more focused instruction. Moreover, they also extend their utility towards homework applications anchoring student’s understanding through tangible references during home-based assignments or projects . The resource package includes various type of worksheets which offer: Versatility: Being able to integrate seamlessly into any teacher's toolbox regardless of their pedagogical approach. Promotion of Independence: Fostering mastery over complex aspects of the English arts language amongst learners. Availability and Utility Available in a conveniently printable PDF Format, the Figurative Language Posters have already gained nationwide appeal among teachers across Grades 2-6 for their effectiveness as practical classroom resources.
Author Hillary’s Teaching Adventures
Tags Figurative Language, Teaching Aid, Classroom Decor, Visual Reference, Learning Tools
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
Author It's Teacher L
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Tags Bible Studies, Bible Story, Noah's Ark, Reading Comprehension, ELA Project, Reading Strategies
Overcoming Temptation Bible Lesson
Resources for Teachers, Research, Life Studies, Reading, ELA, Writing, High School, Homeschool Resources, Middle School, Teacher Tools, Worksheets & Printables, Writing Prompts, Graphic Organizers, Literacy Readers
Let's face it—being a teenager today is tough. That's why I created this Overcoming Temptation Bible Lesson with your students/homeschoolers in mind. I have packed 46 pages with real-talk strategies that are both deeply rooted in Scripture and actually useful in their everyday lives. No stuffy language here—just honest conversation that meets teens where they are while pointing them toward God's truth. As they work through each lesson, they will go from just understanding what temptation is to walking away with their own spiritual game plan they have created themselves. I have worked hard to connect the timeless wisdom of the Bible with what teens actually deal with: the constant pull of social media, complicated friendships and dating relationships, pressures around substances, and those moments when cheating on that test seems like the only option. INCLUDED IN THIS RESOURCE: 46 pages with teen-friendly language and formatting Scripture references from both Old and New Testaments with context explanations Personal reflection questions to promote deeper engagement Practical application strategies students can implement immediately Real-world examples addressing modern temptations teens actually face A customizable personal action plan template for lasting change TOPICS INCLUDED: Defining temptation and its universal nature across all believers Identifying common sources and triggers of temptation for teenagers Examining Jesus' wilderness temptation as a practical example Understanding the progressive nature and dangers of giving in to temptation Implementing Scripture memorization and prayer as spiritual weapons Developing healthy community and accountability relationships When you invest in this Bible study, you are giving teenagers something that goes far beyond a few weeks of lessons—you are helping them build spiritual muscles they will use for life. In a world where teens are bombarded with mixed messages, this resource does not just teach them to say "no" to the wrong things; it helps them embrace a vibrant "yes" to God's best for them. I have carefully crafted both the opening welcome and final send-off to bookend the experience with encouragement that sticks. My goal is that your students/homeschoolers will still be drawing on these biblical principles years from now as they navigate college decisions, workplace ethics, and relationships. There is something powerful about seeing a teenager connect with God's Word in a way that actually makes sense to them—and that is exactly what this resource helps make happen. If you and your homeschoolers enjoyed this resource, please leave a review. Tina - Big Easy Homeschooling Mom
Author Homeschool with Big Easy Homeschooling Mom
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Tags Teen Devotional, Character Development, Spiritual Growth For Teens, Biblical Strategies For Temptation, Biblical Decision-Making, Teenage Spiritual Formation, Bible Lessons For High School Students/Homeschoolers, Christian Character Development, Faith-based Decision Making For Teens, Teen Discipleship Material
Guided Reading The Nina Pinta and the Vanishing Treasure Trifold
ELA, Reading, Grade 2, 3, 4, Projects, Activities, Teacher Tools, Graphic Organizers, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
The Nina, The Pinta, and the Vanishing Treasure by Jill Santopolo follows the adventures of Alec Flint, a fourth-grade detective with a passion for solving mysteries. When a valuable Christopher Columbus exhibit goes missing from the local museum, Alec teams up with his friend Gina to crack the case. As they gather clues and follow leads, the duo uncovers surprising twists and learns the importance of teamwork and determination. This trifold activity is designed to help students develop essential reading comprehension skills while providing differentiated instruction for various reading levels. Whether used during guided reading, as independent seat work, or within literature circles, this resource keeps students engaged in meaningful and skill-building activities. Additionally, the included writing wrap-up allows for assessing multiple skills in one cohesive project, making it an ideal, standards-aligned resource for busy teachers. What’s Included in This Resource: Trifolds for Differentiated Instruction: Adaptable for a range of reading levels, these trifolds allow every student to engage with the story at their own pace. Skill Development Activities: Making Connections: Encourage students to relate the story to their own lives, other texts, and the wider world. Making Inferences: Help students combine text evidence with prior knowledge to draw logical conclusions. Using Context Clues: Teach students to deduce the meaning of unfamiliar words using hints from the text. Visualization: Support students in creating mental images of characters, events, and settings. Evaluation: Develop critical thinking by analyzing characters, themes, and the author’s message. Writing Wrap-Up: A creative assessment tool for reflection and deeper understanding. How This Resource Benefits Teachers: ✔ Provides differentiated instruction for diverse learners. ✔ Fosters deeper text engagement and critical thinking. ✔ Offers flexibility for grades, seat work, or group discussions. What Teachers Are Saying: ⭐ "This resource made my guided reading groups more organized and productive!" - Rebecca T. ⭐ "Perfect for differentiation and keeping all students engaged at their level." - Larraine C. ⭐ "My students loved the activities, and it worked seamlessly in our literature circles!" - Celia N.
Author Kel's Klass
Tags Making Inferences, Reading Strategies, Guided Reading Activity, Making Connections, Visualization, Context Clues, Evaluation, The Nina Pinta And Vanishing Treasure, Trifold Project, Novel Study
Reading Comprehension: Fishbone Graphic Organizer - FLASH-MAC
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Graphic Organizers, Teacher Tools
Reading Comprehension: Fishbone Graphic Organizer - FLASH-MAC has been especially designed to bolster student comprehension abilities using a unique method. Suitable for students in grades 5 through 8, it adheres strictly to the Language Arts curriculum requirements with emphasis squarely on comprehension as a subgroup. Designed as an activity -based learning tool, this resource motivates learners towards experiential learning rather than plain reading or listening. The chief feature that stands out is the Fishbone Map Graphic Organizer mini exercise, designed to intensify learner understanding of course material. Learners intercept facts about manatees and position highlighted text fragments onto appropriate slots within a fishbone map graphic organiser. This task of ordering these facts imparts essential skills such as: Distinguishing main ideas from supporting details Honing their critical thinking capabilities Elevating their inference abilities This Mac compatible software is versatile for different classroom environments – it can equally be used by teachers for group teaching, smaller focused group activities or individual assignments suitable even for homework tasks; its efficiency and user-friendly nature promotes student involvement across varied learning scenarios seamlessly. Beyond being just an instructional aid, this tool also encourages learners to take charge of understanding new concepts besides nurturing digital literacy skills. Therefore, educationists often find it a crucial component complementing conventional teaching methods successfully. In conclusion, Reading Comprehension: Fishbone Graphic Organizer - FLASH-MAC provides practical support when undertaking Language Arts subjects where comprehension is pivotal yet an under-recognised component forming the backbone of academic success in all fields of study.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags Software (Mac), Fishbone Graphics
Reading Comprehension: Using Graphic Organizers to Make Inferences
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Common Core, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Graphic Organizers, Teacher Tools
Reading Comprehension: Using Graphic Organizers to Make Inferences A specialized teaching resource aimed at bolstering reading and comprehension skills of students. Primarily beneficial to educators catering to the 5th Grade through 8th Grade, dealing with the subject area of Language Arts focusing on comprehension. Effective Teaching Tool This product equips teachers with tools to effectively foster critical thinking in their pupils while enhancing their understanding and manipulation of various language forms. It is versatile enough for different instructional methods including whole group lessons, small group activities, or as a homework assignment. Main Features Focusing on building blocks of reading such as using context clues, determining main idea and understanding inferences. Including definitions of key terms along with ample practice opportunities for easy understanding. User-friendly approach making it accessible for all. Bloom’s Taxonomy Approach & Common Core Standards Adherence The teaching material aligns its objectives via Bloom’s taxonomy, leading not only knowledge acquisition but also encouraging comprehensive understanding by applying higher order thinking skills such as analysis and synthesis. In addition, this product's alignment with Common Core State Standards ensures top-notch educational outcomes backed by nationwide accepted benchmarks. Digital Delivery & Practicality This resource is digitally delivered in PDF format allowing convenient accessibility anytime, anywhere. The aim is simple - enhancing student's overall reading competence-a valuable skillset crucial beyond academic life!
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags PDF
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!
Author It's Teacher L
Tags Black History Month, Juneteenth, Black History Month Biographies, Reading Comprehension, Graphic Organizers, Biography Graphic Organizers, Cryptograms
Reading Comprehension: Using Graphic Organizers for Sequencing
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Common Core, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Graphic Organizers, Teacher Tools
Reading Comprehension: Using Graphic Organizers for Sequencing A vital educational tool designed to enhance students' reading skills. This resource is particularly suitable for grade 5 to grade 8 learners. Key elements of this reading comprehension tool include: Context clues application Main idea determination Inference understanding Useful for both public school educators and homeschooling, this teaching utility comes as a compact zip file containing 24 printable pages. It's crafted in PDF format, making it a fantastic aid for various instructional styles – whole group lessons, small working groups, or homework assignments. Unique Features and Benefits The series strategically emphasizes key concepts throughout all modules guaranteeing consistent assimilation of critical knowledge during the learning process. Furthermore, this approach aids in the systematic understanding of important terms through skill practice exercises formatted for ease of use. Bloom's Taxonomy in Action! This resource incorporates principles from Bloom's Taxonomy of Learning ensuring educational appropriateness at all milestones leading to enhanced cognitive abilities among students along with improved reading comprehension. Crafted with CSSS Benchmarks and Bloom's Taxonomy Guidance! If you're an educator aiming towards molding competent readers rather than mere literacy; make Reading Comprehension: Using Graphic Organizers for Sequencing your next teaching tool! Rooted within Common Core State Standards benchmarks and driven by Bloom's taxonomy environment - grasp the opportunity to help your students become masters at competent reading comprehension!
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags Sequencing, Sequence Of Events, Reading, Comprehension, Graphic Organizers, Reading Comprehension Sequencing, Sequencing In Reading Comprehension, Sequence Reading Comprehension, Reading Comprehension Sequencing Worksheet
Guided Reading Activity The Best Worst School Year Ever Trifold
ELA, Reading, Grade 3, 4, 5, Activities, Projects, Teacher Tools, Graphic Organizers, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
The Best/Worst School Year Ever by Barbara Robinson tells the hilarious story of the Herdman kids, known as the worst kids in town, as they cause chaos during the school year. Told from the perspective of Beth Bradley, the book explores how the Herdmans disrupt routines, challenge expectations, and surprisingly teach lessons about kindness and acceptance. Through humor and unexpected moments of insight, the story reveals that even the most unruly individuals can bring out the best in others. This trifold activity is created to help students practice reading comprehension skills while providing differentiated instruction for various reading levels. Trifolds can be utilized during guided reading, as independent seat work, or in literature circles. The included writing wrap-up allows for assessing multiple skills in one cohesive project, making it an ideal, standards-aligned resource for busy teachers. Multiple subjects can be assessed, including reading skills, reading comprehension, and writing reflection. What’s Included in This Resource: Each trifold is broken down by chapters or pages and allows chunking of information for easy teacher planning and appropriate student use. In each trifold, the following skills are assessed: Making Connections: Encourage students to relate the story to their own lives, other texts, and the wider world. Making Inferences: Help students combine text evidence with prior knowledge to draw logical conclusions. Using Context Clues: Teach students to deduce the meaning of unfamiliar words using hints from the text. Visualization: Support students in creating mental images of characters, events, and settings. Evaluation: Develop critical thinking by analyzing characters, themes, and the author’s message. Writing Wrap-Up: A writing assessment tool for reflection and deeper understanding. How This Resource Benefits Teachers: ✔ Provides differentiated instruction for diverse learners. ✔ Fosters text engagement and critical thinking with content. ✔ Offers flexibility for grades, seat work, or group discussions. What Teachers Are Saying: ⭐ "This resource made my guided reading groups more organized and productive!" - Rebecca T. ⭐ "Perfect for differentiation and keeping all students engaged at their level." - Larraine C. ⭐ "My students loved the activities, and it worked seamlessly in our literature circles!" - Celia N.
Author Kel's Klass
Tags Trifold, Comprehension Questions, Context Clues, Making Connections, Making Inferences, Visualization, Evaluation, Book Report, The Best Worst School Year Ever, Guided Reading Activity
"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
Guided Reading Activity Among the Hidden Trifold Book Report
ELA, Reading, Grade 3, 4, 5, Activities, Projects, Teacher Tools, Graphic Organizers, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables
Among the Hidden by Margaret Peterson Haddix follows Luke Garner, a third child in a society where families are restricted to two children due to population control laws. Forced to live in isolation to avoid detection, Luke discovers another hidden child, Jen, who dreams of leading a rebellion for freedom. As their friendship grows, Luke faces life-changing decisions about courage, sacrifice, and the fight for justice in a controlled world. This trifold resource is created to help students practice reading comprehension skills while providing differentiation for various reading levels. This tool can easily be utilized during guided reading, independent seat work, or literature circles. The included writing wrap-up allows for assessing multiple skills in one project, making it perfect for teachers looking for projects that can cover multiple subjects - reading comprehension, reading skills, and writing. What’s Included in This Resource: Each trifold is broken down by chapters or pages and allows chunking of information for easy teacher planning and appropriate student use. In each trifold, the following skills are assessed: Making Connections: Encourage students to relate the story to their own lives, other texts, and the wider world. Making Inferences: Help students combine text evidence with prior knowledge to draw logical conclusions. Using Context Clues: Teach students to deduce the meaning of unfamiliar words using hints from the text. Visualization: Support students in creating mental images of characters, events, and settings. Evaluation: Develop critical thinking by analyzing characters, themes, and the author’s message. Writing Wrap-Up: A writing assessment tool for reflection and deeper understanding. How This Resource Benefits Teachers: ✔ Provides differentiated instruction for diverse learners. ✔ Fosters text engagement and critical thinking with content. ✔ Offers flexibility for grades, seat work, or group discussions. What Teachers Are Saying: ⭐ "This resource made my guided reading groups more organized and productive!" - Rebecca T. ⭐ "Perfect for differentiation and keeping all students engaged at their level." - Larraine C. ⭐ "My students loved the activities, and it worked seamlessly in our literature circles!" - Celia N.
Author Kel's Klass
Tags Reading Strategies, Trifold Project, Guided Reading, Making Connections, Making Inferences, Context Clues, Evaluating, Visualization, Among The Hidden
Reading Comprehension: Using Graphic Organizers to Identify Fact and Opinion
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Common Core, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Graphic Organizers, Teacher Tools
Reading Comprehension: Using Graphic Organizers to Identify Fact and Opinion This valuable teaching resource is specifically designed for grade 5-8 educators and places a major focus on enhancing reading comprehension skills. This skillset serves as a crucial building block in all school subjects as well as in life-long education and success. Key Objectives This resource teaches students how to use graphic organizers as tools for identifying factual statements and opinions within texts. In the present era, where information is easily accessible, it aims to equip students with the ability to distinguish fact from opinion - an essential skill for every learner. Resource Features The teaching material consists of 24 ready-to-print PDF pages, rich with educational content: The easy-to-understand format can be appreciated by both teachers and students alike. Incorporates definitions of key terms, Provides multiple practice opportunities, Critical concepts are emphasized throughout the worksheets.lls. This resource can be tailored according to teacher's discretion—it can be purposed for whole group instruction during class time or used in small study groups. It may even serve self-learners at home during virtual learning or homework sessions. Bloom’s Taxonomy & Common Core Alignment > All curriculum follows recognized Bloom’s Taxonomy of Learning objectives, ensuring each level covered provides the most productive learning experience possible. All content meets Common Core State Standards targets, particularly language arts comprehension instruction. Therefore, if you're in search of a dependable tool that enriches classroom learning while nurturing fundamental communication abilities in students (taught regularly or homeschooled), "Reading Comprehension: Using Graphic Organizers to Identify Fact and Opinion" comes well-recommended.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags Reading, Comprehension, Graphic Organizers, Fact And Opinion, Reading Strategies
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.
Author It's Teacher L
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Tags Adam And Eve, Bible Studies, Bible Story, Bible Lesson, Reading Comprehension, ELA Lapbook
"Zane and the Hurricane" Novel Study Figurative Language Activities
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Grade 4, 5, 6, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies, Teacher Tools, Graphic Organizers, Activities, Assessments, Worksheets
Figurative language generates emotion, sets the tone and mood, and reflects subtle connotational nuances. These are crucial cues that assist readers in making inferences and comprehending the author's purpose. Students should be aware of this type of language. This figurative language study provides an abundance of figurative language examples from the novel Zane and the Hurricane by Rodman Philbrick that students can analyze. ⭐️This resource includes:⭐️ Figurative Language Posters: Simile, Metaphor, Hyperbole, Personification, Idiom (definition, why authors use it, examples, & non-examples) Figurative Language Practice Sheets: Students will identify figurative language in passages taken from the novel and determine the type, meaning, and author’s purpose for including the figurative language identified in each passage. This activity can be divided up by splitting the class into groups and having each group work on different pages for a section of chapters. It could also be divided up and assigned as a bell ringer, warm-up activity, or exit ticket. Includes a total of 20 pages and is broken into the following sections: Ch. 1–5, Ch. 6–10, Ch. 11–15, Ch. 16–20, Ch. 21–25, and Ch. 26–end (INCLUDES ANSWER KEY). Finding Figurative Language Chart : As students read the novel, they fill out the chart with examples of figurative language they come across while reading. Students should provide the quote from the text, page numbers, type of figurative language used, meaning, and why the author included it. The figurative language chart is not specific to this particular novel and can be used with any text. ⭐ You may also like: ⭐ https://teachsimple.com/product/inside-out-and-back-again-vocabulary-study https://teachsimple.com/product/a-sweet-smell-of-roses-picture-book-read-aloud https://teachsimple.com/product/let-the-children-march-picture-book-read-aloud https://teachsimple.com/product/file-folder-game-honey-bee-vowel-teams Be sure to check out my storefront here: https://teachsimple.com/contributor/creatively-gifted
Author Creatively Gifted
Tags Literature, Literature Circles, Zane And The Hurricane, Reader Response, Open-ended Questions, Homework, Figurative Language, Novel Study, Reading Comprehension, Literary Analysis, Figurative Language Study Guide
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
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.
Author Ibby Resources
Tags Study, Skills, Character, Literary, Device
Kindness and Empathy Challenge - Top Secret: Mission Possible
Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Resources, Social Skills, Community Building, Resources for Teachers, Reading, ELA, Elementary, Activities, Projects, Graphic Organizers, Teacher Tools, Worksheets & Printables
Perfect for revitalizing classroom relationships after winter break, the Top Secret: Mission Possible Kindness and Empathy Challenge encourages students to practice empathy, build social-emotional skills, and foster a supportive classroom environment through fun and meaningful activities. Why You Need This Resource: Designed for January and February, this kindness and empathy challenge is perfect for reviewing classroom expectations, teaching positive interactions, and helping students act with character. Students will develop and choose secret missions, completing tasks that spread positivity in and around their school and home, while reinforcing key social-emotional learning (SEL) skills. What’s Included in This Mission: Mission Statement for Your Agents: A top-secret introduction that gets students engaged and ready to take on their roles as agents of kindness. Idea List for Secret Tasks: A variety of creative and impactful kindness missions they can accomplish in secret. Blank Planning Organizer: A space for your students to brainstorm and design their own missions for added creativity and ownership. Nonfiction Reading Passage: A thoughtfully crafted passage, complete with discussion questions to deepen understanding and spark conversations. How This Resource Benefits Your Classroom: Builds a positive classroom culture through team-building activities and SEL-focused challenges. Encourages students to practice empathy and kindness in real-life scenarios. Helps review and reinforce classroom rules and expectations post-winter break. Supports academic skills with nonfiction reading, comprehension, and discussion opportunities. Perfect For: Classroom team-building activities in January and February Social-emotional learning lessons Reviewing classroom rules and expectations after winter break Teachers looking for engaging SEL resources that make a real impact Keywords: Kindness Activities for Kids, Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Resources, Empathy Lessons for Elementary, Kindness Challenge for Students, Classroom Team-Building Activities, Post-Winter Break Activities, Character Education, Nonfiction Reading with Discussion Questions, February Kindness Activities, Kindness Missions for Elementary Classrooms. Equip your students with the tools they need to create a supportive and empathetic classroom environment while keeping them excited and motivated. Mission Possible: Accepted!
Author Kel's Klass
Tags Kindness Activities, Social And Emotional Learning Resources, SEL, Empathy Activities, Kindness And Empathy Challenge, Nonfiction Reading, Post-winter Break Activity, February Kindness, February Empathy
Sight Words Record Sheet + Flashcards
Reading, ELA, Grade 2, Assessments, Teacher Tools, Graphic Organizers, Templates
This is a great tool for teachers to record and document the progress of their student's sight word recognition. This is a one page sheet that allows you to check off if a student can read each sight word listed below (46 words). It is quick and easy to analyse, this is something I like to add to my student's reading portfolio or work folder to show during student conferences. Additionally, this product comes with a set of flashcards that can be used to practice the sight words that student's may need additional practice with. 1. always 2. around 3. because 4. been 5. before 6. best 7. both 8. buy 9. call 10. cold 11. does 12. don’t 13. fast 14. first 15. five 16. found 17. gave 18. goes 19. green 20. it's 21. made 22. many 23. off 24. or 25. pull 26. read 27. right 28. sing 29. sit 30. sleep 31. tell 32. their 33. these 34. those 35. upon 36. us 37. use 38. very 39. wash 40. which 41. why 42. wish 43. work 44. would 45. write 46. your - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Author CraftEdPrints
Tags Sightwords, Secondgrade, Secondgradesightwords, Doltchwords, Dotchwordsforsecondgrade, Dotchwordsfor2nd
Guided Reading Activity Lawn Boy Book Report Trifold
ELA, Reading, Grade 3, 4, 5, Activities, Projects, Teacher Tools, Graphic Organizers, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
Lawn Boy by Gary Paulsen tells the story of a 12-year-old boy who transforms a simple lawn-mowing gig into an unexpectedly booming business. Through quirky clients, a surprising stock market investment, and the involvement of a professional boxer, the boy learns about responsibility, success, and the unpredictable twists of entrepreneurship. With humor and insight, Lawn Boy captivates readers while sparking conversations about economics, character growth, and life lessons. This trifold activity is created to help students practice reading comprehension skills while providing differentiated instruction for various reading levels. Trifolds can be utilized during guided reading, as independent seat work, or in literature circles. The included writing wrap-up allows for assessing multiple skills in one cohesive project, making it an ideal, standards-aligned resource for busy teachers. Multiple subjects can be assessed, including reading skills, reading comprehension, and writing reflection. What’s Included in This Resource: Each trifold is broken down by chapters or pages and allows chunking of information for easy teacher planning and appropriate student use. In each trifold, the following skills are assessed: Making Connections: Encourage students to relate the story to their own lives, other texts, and the wider world. Making Inferences: Help students combine text evidence with prior knowledge to draw logical conclusions. Using Context Clues: Teach students to deduce the meaning of unfamiliar words using hints from the text. Visualization: Support students in creating mental images of characters, events, and settings. Evaluation: Develop critical thinking by analyzing characters, themes, and the author’s message. Writing Wrap-Up: A writing assessment tool for reflection and deeper understanding. How This Resource Benefits Teachers: ✔ Provides differentiated instruction for diverse learners. ✔ Fosters text engagement and critical thinking with content. ✔ Offers flexibility for grades, seat work, or group discussions. What Teachers Are Saying: ⭐ "This resource made my guided reading groups more organized and productive!" - Rebecca T. ⭐ "Perfect for differentiation and keeping all students engaged at their level." - Larraine C. ⭐ "My students loved the activities, and it worked seamlessly in our literature circles!" - Celia N.
Author Kel's Klass
Tags Trifold, Reading Project, Gary Paulsen, Making Inferences, Making Connections, Lawn Boy, Guided Reading Activity, Context Clues, Evaluation, Visualization
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
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, Jabuti The Tortoise
Historical Fiction Genre Study Book Report
Social Studies, ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Research, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies, Teacher Tools, Graphic Organizers, Activities, Projects, Lesson Plans, Assessments, Worksheets
The 34-page Historical Fiction Genre Study Book Report is designed for grades 6th, 7th, 8th, and 9th, but it can easily be modified for lower or higher grades. This book report is an excellent supplement to a unit on a particular historical period. Through reading historical fiction, students can gain a deeper appreciation for historical periods and how they relate to the present day. The goal of this lesson is to introduce students to the genre of historical fiction and to help them understand its importance and significance. By the end of the lesson, students should have a good understanding of what historical fiction is. Students will read a historical fiction novel, analyze its characters, plot, and author's craft , and present their findings to a small group. The book report includes a detailed lesson plan on the historical fiction genre, objectives and learning targets aligned to the Common Core standards, directions for the book report with handouts and worksheets for students, a student self-evaluation, and a grading sheet for teachers. Many students enjoy reading historical fiction, especially if they are learning about the period in their History/Social Studies class. If you do the genre study component of this resource, the book report offers a high-quality culminating project. In addition, if you teach a Language Arts/History Core or plan with a History/Social Studies partner-teacher, this is an excellent resource for both classes and provides students with a different way to engage with history. Historical fiction is an essential genre for students for a variety of reasons because it makes the study of history more engaging and interesting and it brings the past to life. Students gain a deeper appreciation for historical periods and how they relate to the present day, It also improves critical thinking skills by giving students opportunities tothink critically about the events and people from the past, analyze and interpret historical events, understand different perspectives,and it encourages empathy, tolerance, and respect because students learn to see history through the eyes of characters from different time periods and cultures Historical Fiction Genre Study Book Report includes the following: 2 comprehensive and interactive lesson plans: Book Browse lesson plan Historical Fiction Genre lesson plan with common core standards, objectives, and learning targets easy-to-follow student directions Note taking Guide Note taking Guide Chart Spoke Diagram Plot Diagram Character Chart Sensory Description Chart Other Elements in Historical Fiction Chart Storyboard Presentation in Small Groups Directions Self-Evaluation of Historical Fiction Book Report Check-Off and Grading Sheet Other Resources You Might Be Interested In: Book Reports: Autobiography/Biography Genre Study Book Report and Speech Book into Movie Project: Compare and Contrast Book Report and Essay Book Jacket Book Report Character Analysis Essay, Gift for a Character Book Report, and Oral Presentation Historical Fiction Genre Study Book Report Historical Fiction Genre Study Literature Circle Project Poetry Book Report Mini-Reviews Book Report Mystery, Thriller, Horror, and Suspense Genre Study Book Report Narrative Nonfiction Genre Study Book Report Project Poetry Book Report Dystopian. Science Fiction, and Fantasy Genre Study Game Board Project Reading Units: Creating Independent Readers in your Middle School Classroom which is available as 1 unit or as individual resources Part 1: What We Do When We Read: Part 2: Reading Logs, Setting Goals, and Reflection Part 3: Summary Writing for Short Stories Part 4: Metacognitive Logs: Reading Response Bonus: How to Set Up An Amazing Classroom Library (without Spending Much Money): Google Slide Shows: Characterization: What It Is and How to Develop It Writing with Suspense If you have any questions, please email me at gruenwaldy1@gmail.com
Author Intentional Teaching and Learning
Tags Historical Fiction, Book Report, Research, Assessment, Story Elements, Analysis, History, Author's Craft, Critical Thinking, Self-evaluation
Guided Reading Activity The Chalkbox Kid Trifold Book Report
ELA, Reading, Grade 2, 3, 4, Projects, Activities, Teacher Tools, Graphic Organizers, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
The Chalk Box Kid by Clyde Robert Bulla tells the story of Gregory, a boy adjusting to a new home, a new school, and a difficult family situation. Feeling out of place, Gregory discovers an abandoned chalk factory where he creates a secret garden with his drawings, allowing his creativity to flourish. Through his art, Gregory finds a sense of belonging and learns that self-expression can bring hope and healing. This trifold activity is created to help students practice reading comprehension skills while providing differentiated instruction for various reading levels. This tool can be used during guided reading, as independent seat work, or within literature circles. The included writing wrap-up allows for assessing multiple skills in one cohesive project, making it an ideal, standards-aligned resource for busy teachers. Grading opportunities for reading comprehension, reading skill work, and writing are available. What’s Included in This Resource: Each trifold is broken into chapters to allow for teacher skill guidance and manageable chunking for student comprehension. Skill Development Activities: Making Connections: Encourage students to relate the story to their own lives, other texts, and the wider world. Making Inferences: Help students combine text evidence with prior knowledge to draw logical conclusions. Using Context Clues: Teach students to deduce the meaning of unfamiliar words using hints from the text. Visualization: Support students in creating mental images of characters, events, and settings. Evaluation: Develop critical thinking by analyzing characters, themes, and the author’s message. Writing Wrap-Up: A creative assessment tool for reflection and deeper understanding. How This Resource Benefits Teachers: ✔ Provides differentiated instruction for diverse learners. ✔ Fosters deeper text engagement and critical thinking. ✔ Offers flexibility for grades, seat work, or group discussions. What Teachers Are Saying: ⭐ "This resource made my guided reading groups more organized and productive!" - Rebecca T. ⭐ "Perfect for differentiation and keeping all students engaged at their level." - Larraine C. ⭐ "My students loved the activities, and it worked seamlessly in our literature circles!" - Celia N.
Author Kel's Klass
Tags Making Inferences, Reading Strategies, Guided Reading Activity, Making Connections, Visualization, Context Clues, Evaluation, Trifold Project, Novel Study, The Chalkbox Kid
COMBINED: 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 BUNDLED resource includes ALL Graphic Organizers from our The Five Elements of a Story series. This set includes custom graphic organizers for Character, Setting, Plot, Theme and Conflict. An additional 5 BONUS graphic organizers are included. 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 Trait Chart - Choose a character from the story. In the first column, write down any traits that your character has. Include physical features, personality, feelings, and anything else that describes your character. In the second column, provide evidence from the story to support your chosen trait. Character Feelings - In the top box, describe the character’s feelings at the beginning of the story. In the next series of boxes, describe an event that has an effect on the character, then how this character feels as a result of this event. In the last box, describe the character’s feelings at the end of the story. Relationship Web - Write the name of the main character in the story in the middle circle. In the circles branching out from the middle one, write down the relationships the character has. Include whether you think this is a good relationship or a bad one. Do the same for any other character in the story. 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. Character Scrapbook - Create a scrapbook for one of the characters in the story. Choose a character from the story. Choose some important events that happen in the story that shapes the character. Draw pictures of these events and explain what happened and how it affected the character. Character Analysis - Keep track of every character in the story and their traits. Write the name of each character in the story in the first column. Write a trait that the character has in the second column. In the third column, write down the page and paragraph number of a quote that proves this trait. Character Development - Choose a character from the story. Write down their initial thought on a topic or situation in the first column. In the second column, write down the event that has an effect on that character’s thoughts. Then, write down the character’s new thoughts on the topic or situation in the third column. Character Cluster - ‑is Cluster Map can be completed in many different ways. Start with a character in the middle triangle. Then, branch out from the character with related topics in the circles. Expand on those topics in the rectangles. Suggestions include: relationship web, traits web, feelings web. Character Sketch - Complete this Character Sketch of any character in the story by writing what the character says, thinks, hates, loves, owns, does or uses. Also include the characters strengths and weaknesses, and where the character has come from in the story, and where the character is going. 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. 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. Sequence – Describe events from the story in sequence. Start off by writing the Initiating Event, or the event that starts off a chain reaction, in the top box. Follow this with the Steps that directly result from this event in order that they occur. Finish up by writing the Final Outcome of this event. Prediction Chart – In the first column, write down what you predicted, or thought would happen in the story. In the second column, write down what actually happened in the story. Continue this format for each event you predict will happen in 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. Story Structure – Complete the Story Structure by identifying the Introduction, events of the Rising Action, Climax, events of the Falling Action, and the Conflict and Resolution of the story. Then, identify the theme of the story, as well as the setting of the story (where and when the story takes place). Sequence Chain – Describe up to 9 events from the story in the order that they occur. Write the first event in the first box, followed by the second event in the following box, and so on following the chain. It is not necessary to fill in every box with an event. For an extra activity, draw each event in detail. Prediction Tree – In this Prediction Tree graphic organizer, write your question at the base of your tree. On the trunk, write down your prediction to the answer of the question posed. On the branches, write down evidence from the story to support your prediction. Story Cycle – Describe the Introduction of the story in the top right box. Following the cycle, describe the Rising Action next. Then, include the Climax of the story. Follow this with the Falling Action, and finally with the Resolution of the story. Then, describe how the Resolution relates back to the Introduction. Changes in Plot – Identify how the Plot changes throughout the story. In the first column, write down what happened in the beginning of the story. In the second column, write down what happened at the end of the story. Compare the two to show how the plot changed. Do this for every event in the story. Plot Analysis – Describe the Introduction and identify the Point of View. Describe the Rising Action and what’s being Forshadowed if relevant. Identify the Inciting Force and the Climax. Describe the Falling Action and any Suspense that is experienced. Describe the Conclusion and any Symbolism that is present. Theme Graphic Organizers: Inference Clues – Infer the theme and its meaning from the story by using clues the author gives you. Write down clues to the theme in the circles. Then, find the theme based on these clues and write it in the Inference box. Discuss how you were able to come to that conclusion based on the clues from the story. Theme Prediction – Predict what you think the theme of the story will be based only on the cover art, title, and back cover description. Then, support your prediction. Follow this by writing down evidence from the story as you read along. Finally, write down the actual theme and compare this to your prediction. 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 Comparison – First, write down a list of themes from the story in the first box. Then, compare these themes by writing their differences in the outside circles, and their similarities in the area where the circles overlap. Finally, write down your conclusions based on this information. Theme Tree – Complete the Theme Tree by first writing the theme on the trunk of the tree. Then, include evidence from the story to support the theme on the branches of the tree. Evidence can be in the form of quotes, paraphrasing, descriptions, and drawings. Theme Contrast – This graphic organizer helps with identifying the Theme and not getting it confused with the Plot or Main Idea of the story. Contrast the theme with the plot or main idea by comparing them and listing ONLY their differences in the two columns. Theme Connection – Connect the Theme of the story with Real Life. First, identify the theme of the story and write it in the center triangle. Then, write down examples of the theme from the story in the circles. Finally, write down examples of the theme as they appear in real life in the rectangles. Changes in Theme – Identify how the Theme changes throughout the story. In the first column, write down the theme in the beginning of the story. In the second column, write down the theme at the end of the story. Compare the two to show how the theme changes. Do this for every theme in the story. 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. Theme Analysis – Identify the Theme, analyze its development, and summarize key supporting details. First, write down what you think the author wants you to understand in the triangle. Then, include supporting evidence in the circles. Finally, tell how the author communicates the theme in the rectangles. 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. Problems and Solutions Chart – Identify the Problems and possible Solutions with this graphic organizer. First, identify the problem in the first box. Then, identify possible causes of the problem, followed by possible effects of the problem. Finally, identify any possible solutions to the problem based on this information. Conflict Commentary – Summarize the Conflict by first identifying how the conflict starts. Then, identify possible causes of the conflict. At the top, identify the climax of the conflict, or how it comes to a head. Then, identify possible effects of the conflict. Finally, identify the outcome of the conflict. Internal or External Conflict – Determine whether the conflict in the story is internal or external. Internal conflict: a character experiences two opposite emotions or desires. External conflict: a character struggles with an outside force. Find examples of the conflict in the story and add them to the column that most fits. 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. Conflict Timeline – Complete the Conflict Timeline graphic organizer by breaking down the events for the conflict. Write down the stages of events for the conflict in the boxes on the timeline. Each stage should follow the order in which it took place in the story. Opposing Forces Comparison – Compare two opposing forces in the story with this graphic organizer. First, identify the two forces you will be comparing. Then, identify the struggle between these two forces. List the differences between the two forces in the outside circles. List the similarities where the circles overlap. Conflict Map – Outline the Conflict in the story with this Conflict Map graphic organizer. First identify the conflict of the story in the top box. Then, identify the two forces that are in conflict with each other, and what happens when these two forces collide. Finally, identify the resolution of the conflict. Cause-Effect-Consequences – Identify the cause, effect, and consequences of the Conflict as it appears in the story. First, identify the conflict in the story in the top box. Then, in the chart, identify the causes of the conflict, the effects of the conflict, and the consequences of the conflict. Conflict Analysis – Determine what type of conflict the author created: Character vs. Character, vs. Nature, vs. Self, vs. Society, vs. Supernatural, or vs. Technology. Answer the questions to lead to the Conflict Statement. Here, identify the type of conflict, what the character wants, and why they can’t have it. Bonus Graphic Organizers: Story Map – Map out the story with this graphic organizer. First list the Characters and describe the Setting of the story in the top boxes. Then, identify the Problem that takes place. Move on to outlining the Major Events of the story. Finally, explain the Resolution and Theme in the bottom boxes. Story Elements – Identify the Story Elements in this graphic organizer. Identify the Theme, Setting, and the Relevance of the Setting. Then, identify the Characters in the story with their names, traits, and function in the story. Move on to identify the Conflict that takes place, the Plot, Climax, and Resolution. Plot and Conflict Analysis – Analyze the Plot and Conflict that takes place in the story. First, identify the Protagonist (hero) of the story, and the Antogonist (villain). Then, identify the Conflict, and what type it is. Complete the Plot Pyramid next. Finally, explain how the Conflict is resolved in the end. Event Map – Breakdown an Event from the story with this graphic organizer. Write down an event from the story in the middle circle. Then, record What happened, When it happened, Where it happened, Who was involved, How it happened, and Why it happened or Why it is important in the circles. Figurative Language – Complete this graphic organizer by finding examples of the selected Figurative Language from the story. Write down examples of Metaphor, Simile, Hyperbole, Imagery, Personification, and Symbolism used in the story. Then, write the page number where you found each example.
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Super-Completely and Totally the Messiest Book Companion Activities fo
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Grade 2, 3, 4, Teacher Tools, Graphic Organizers, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies, Activities, Worksheets
This picture book companion is a complete supplemental resource for the book Super-Completely and Totally the Messiest!, by Judith Viorst. With 30 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 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:⭐️ ◾ Making Predictions: Before reading the book, students will make predictions about the text. ◾ 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. ◾ 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. ◾ Cause & Effect (simplified): 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: Students cut & match up cause & effect cards, then paste them in the correct boxes (ANSWER KEY included). ◾ Making Inferences: Students use clues & schema to make inferences while reading the story. ◾ Making Connections: Students make connections to an event from the story. ◾ Character Inside & Out (Sophie): Students include details from the story to describe what the character says, thinks, does, and feels. ◾ Character Inside & Out (Olivia): Students include details from the story to describe what the character says, thinks, does, and feels. ◾ Character Feelings (Sophie): 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 (Olivia): 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 Change (Sophie): 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 (Olivia): 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 Summary: Students summarize the main character of the story. ◾ Connecting With Characters: Students choose a character from the story that they most like and write about the qualities that make them like the character. ◾ Sketch a Scene From the Story: Students will draw a scene from the story and 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. ◾ Problem & Solution: Students answer questions related to the problem & solution in the story. ◾ 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. ◾ Before & After: Imagining that Sophie learns how to be neat and tidy, students will draw a picture of what Sophie's room looked like before and draw a picture of what her room looks like after. ◾ Wait... There's More!: Students will write about what happens next in the story. ◾ Compare & Contrast: Students compare and contrast Sophie and Olivia. ◾ Vocabulary Crossword Puzzle: Students use the clues to fill in the puzzle. Words can go across or down. Letters are shared when the words intersect (ANSWER KEY included). ◾ More Mess: Students will use the patterns in the story to add more ways that Sophie is probably messy and draw pictures to go along with their examples. ◾ Book Review: Students will 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. This resource is for extension read-aloud activities only. 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, Caring For Each Other Text Set, Family, Second Grade, Super-completely And Totally The Messiest, Super Completely And Totally The Messiest
"Julius Caesar" Reader Response Packet
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Writing, Grade 6, 7, 8, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies, Teacher Tools, Graphic Organizers, Assessments, Activities
We all know how important it is to build literacy skills with our students! With that, we want to find great texts to expose our students to. Selecting texts that can be paired with strong materials is always a necessity for us. My store is complete with a wide variety of novel study products, picture book companions, and more for you to use with lower elementary, upper elementary, and middle school students. The reader response questions are great for students to use while reading Shakespeare's, Julius Caesar. The questions guide students to pay attention to important events, and character actions, analyze other elements of the plot, and more! Questions are sectioned by Acts. Best for 6th - 8th grades. Please note that this product was created to use with the version adapted by Diana Stewart and published by Steck-Vaughn Company. The reader response questions are broken up into sections: Act I (5 short answer questions) Act II (3 short answer questions & 1 graphic organizer ) Act III (5 short answer questions) Acts IV & V (5 short answer questions) I hope you enjoy! Be sure to check out my storefront here for more book companions: https://teachsimple.com/contributor/creatively-gifted
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Tags Novel Study Guide, Book Companion, Julius Caesar, Shakespeare, Reader Response, Venn Diagram, Compare And Contrast, Middle School, Literature, Quotations Worksheet Julius Caesar