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Reading Graphic Organizers
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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Rapunzel Fairy Tale Foldable Mini Book Grade 1 2 3 ELA
Language Development, ELA, ESL, Children’s Literature, Literature, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Writing, Handwriting, Creative Writing, Grade 1, 2, 3, Centers, Activities, Crafts, Projects, Assessments, Teacher Tools, Graphic Organizers
Look forward to an exciting and meaningful learning experience through this dynamic Rapunzel Mini Bool Pack. Ideal for Grades 1, 2 and 3, homeschoolers, and EFL/ESL learners, this amazing resource is packed with purposeful activities to support different literacy skills including reading, writing, fine motor, storytelling and story re-telling, speaking, listening and so much more! The mini books in this set can be used for reading classes, reading centers, literacy centers, fairy tale units, early finisher additional task, morning work, assessment tool, and more. What’s Included: •Rapunzel Story Mini Book– for story retelling, reading and reading comprehension practice •Rapunzel Story Mini BookTrace & Read Pages– handwriting practice and motor skills exercise •Rapunzel Mini BookSequencing Booklet– sequencing and sorting exercise, story retelling and reading practice •Rapunzel Mini BookRetell & Reflect Pages– retell practice, creativity and imagination development •Rapunzel Mini BookBlank Create-a-Story Templates– story telling, supporting creative and imaginative thinking skills •Rapunzel Mini BookTeacher Guide + Sample Lesson Plan
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Tags Fairy Tale., Rapunzel, Fairy Tale, Reading Comprehension Project, ELA Project
The Steadfast Tin Soldier Lapbook Project Reading Writing Grades 3 4 5
Language Development, ELA, ESL, Literature, Literary Devices, Children’s Literature, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Strategies, Grade 3, 4, 5, Activities, Crafts, Centers, Projects, Graphic Organizers, Teacher Tools, Templates
Encourage strength of spirit through the classic tale of The Steadfast Tin Soldierwith this The Steadfast Tin SoldierLapbook Project . This purposeful resource is created for Grades 3, 4, and 5 students, homeschoolers and EFL/ESL learners and designed to be used for reading classes, reading centers, fairy tale units, reading comprehension assessment tool, sub plan and more! Contents: •3 The Steadfast Tin SoldierLapbook Leveled Reading Passages (Easy, Average, and Hard) •6 The Steadfast Tin SoldierLapbook Cover Options •2 The Steadfast Tin SoldierLapbook Name Page Designs (for individual or group use) •1 The Steadfast Tin SoldierLapbook Inner Overlap Panel •3 The Steadfast Tin SoldierLapbook Story Summary Page Formats •2 The Steadfast Tin SoldierLapbook Thematic Message Pages •2 The Steadfast Tin SoldierLapbook Pockets for Story Sequence Cards •6 The Steadfast Tin SoldierLapbook Illustrated Sequence •3 The Steadfast Tin SoldierLapbook Sets of Sequencing Cards – Easy, Average, and Hard (6 cards each) •6 The Steadfast Tin SoldierLapbook Story Retell Cards •1 The Steadfast Tin SoldierLapbook Character Traits Fold •1 The Steadfast Tin SoldierLapbook Story Setting Fold •1 The Steadfast Tin SoldierLapbook Additional Information Foldable •1 The Steadfast Tin SoldierLapbook Story Rating Page •1 The Steadfast Tin SoldierLapbook Reflection Fold
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Tags The Steadfast Tin Soldier, Fairy Tales, Reading Comprehensio, Reading Centers, ELA Project
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
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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
Jack and the Beanstalk Lapbook Project Reading & Writing Grade 3 4 5
Language Development, ELA, Children’s Literature, Literature, Literary Devices, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Grade 3, 4, 5, Activities, Centers, Crafts, Projects, Teacher Tools, Graphic Organizers, Assessments
Trek the trail of Jack in this fantastic Jack and the Beanstalk Lapbook Project designed for Grades 3, 4, 5, homeschool classrooms, and EFL/ESL learners. This perfect resource set is made for reading classes, reading centers, fairy tale units, sub plans, as well as a supplemental assessment tool for your reading comprehension activities. Contents: •3 Jack and the Beanstalk Lapbook Differentiated Reading Passages (Easy, Average, Hard) •6 Jack and the Beanstalk Lapbook Themed Lapbook Covers •2 Jack and the Beanstalk Lapbook Name Pages •1 Jack and the Beanstalk Lapbook Inner Overlap Page •3 Jack and the Beanstalk Lapbook Story Summary Page Options •2 Jack and the Beanstalk Lapbook Story Message Pages •2 Jack and the Beanstalk Lapbook Story Sequence Pockets •6 Jack and the Beanstalk Lapbook Story Sequence Photocards •3 Jack and the Beanstalk Lapbook Story Sequence Sets (6 cards each: Easy, Average, Hard) •6 Jack and the Beanstalk Lapbook Story Retell Cards •1 Jack and the Beanstalk Lapbook Character Traits Fold •1 Jack and the Beanstalk Lapbook Story Setting Fold •1 Jack and the Beanstalk Lapbook Additional Elements Fold •1 Jack and the Beanstalk Lapbook Story Ratings Page •1 Jack and the Beanstalk Lapbook Personal Reflection Fold
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Tags Jack And The Beanstalk, Fairy Tale, Reading Comprehension, ELA Project
The Nightingale Lapbook Project Reading & Writing Grades 3 4 5 ELA
ESL, Language Development, ELA, Literary Devices, Literature, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Strategies, Grade 3, 4, 5, Centers, Activities, Crafts, Projects, Assessments, Teacher Tools, Graphic Organizers, Templates
Discover the amazing tale of The Nightingalethrough this dynamic The Nightingale Lapbook Project made especially for Grades 3, 4, and 5 learners, homeschoolers and EFL/ESL students. This interactive resource is packed with activities for your reading class, reading centers, ELA projects, fairy tale units, and reading comprehension assessment tool and so much more! What’s Inside: •3 The Nightingale Lapbook Leveled Reading Passages (Easy, Average, Hard) •6 The Nightingale Lapbook Unique Cover Options •2 The Nightingale Lapbook Name Page Versions (for individual and group projects) •1 The Nightingale Lapbook Center Page •3 The Nightingale Lapbook Story Summary Templates •2 The Nightingale Lapbook Theme and Message Pages •2 The Nightingale Lapbook Sequencing Pockets •6 The Nightingale Lapbook Picture Event Cards •3 The Nightingale Lapbook Event Sequencing Sets – Easy, Average, Hard (6 cards each) •6 The Nightingale Lapbook The Nightingale Lapbook Retell Cue Cards •1 The Nightingale Lapbook Character Foldable •1 The Nightingale Lapbook Setting Accordion Fold •1 The Nightingale Lapbook Story Elements Foldout •1 The Nightingale Lapbook Book Rating Page •1 The Nightingale Lapbook Personal Connection Page
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Tags The Nightingale, Reading Comprehension, ELA Project, Reading Centers
Three Little Pigs Adventure Lapbook Project Reading GRADE 3 4 5 ELA
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Children’s Literature, Grade 3, 4, 5, Centers, Activities, Crafts, Projects, Teacher Tools, Graphic Organizers, Assessments, Templates
Create an especially fun activity for your learners with this Three Little Pigs Adventure Lapbook Project! Made for Grades 3, 4, and 5 students, homeschoolers and EFL/ESL learners, this dynamic resource is a sure hit for your reading classroom, fairy tale unit, reading centers, sub plan and supplemental tool for reading comprehension project. Contents: •3 Three Little Pigs Adventure Lapbook Levelled Reading Passages (Easy, Average, Challenging) •4 Three Little Pigs Adventure Lapbook Creative Lapbook Covers •2 Three Little Pigs Adventure Lapbook Name Page Options •1 Three Little Pigs Adventure Lapbook Inner Overlap •3 Three Little Pigs Adventure Lapbook Story Summary Templates •2 Three Little Pigs Adventure Lapbook Story Message Pages •2 Three Little Pigs Adventure Lapbook Sequence Pockets •6 Three Little Pigs Adventure Lapbook Visual Story Sequence Cards •3 Three Little Pigs Adventure Lapbook Sequence Card Sets •6 Three Little Pigs Adventure Lapbook Story Retell Cards •1 Three Little Pigs Adventure Lapbook Character Traits Fold •1 Three Little Pigs Adventure Lapbook Setting Fold •1 Three Little Pigs Adventure Lapbook Additional Info Fold •1 Three Little Pigs Adventure Lapbook Story Ratings Page •1 Three Little Pigs Adventure Lapbook Personal Reflection Fold
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Tags Three Little Pigs, Fairy Tale, Differentiated Reading, Reading Comprehension, ELA Project
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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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
READING-COMPREHENSION PACK | THE FIRST AIRPLANES | 20 PAGES
Reading, ELA, Writing, Technology, Science, Adult Education, Elementary, High School, Homeschool Resources, Middle School, Not Grade Specific, Anchor Charts, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Charts, Graphic Organizers, Quizzes and Tests
READING-COMPREHENSION PACK | THE FIRST AIRPLANES | 20 PAGES SUMMARY OF THIS PRODUCT: The name of the document: READING-COMPREHENSION PACK | THE FIRST AIRPLANES The total number of pages: 20 The format (PDF, Word, PPT): PDF Whether it is in color or black and White: COLOR ABOUT THE AUTHOR: At EDITORIAL ARENAS EDUCATIVAS, we specialize in designing high-quality educational materials. We want every child to discover that learning can be both entertaining and creative. I invite you to explore my educational store and discover the wide collection of resources available for your classroom or home. MAIN DESCRIPTION: What is the name of your product and what makes it special? This beautiful product is called “READING-COMPREHENSION PACK | THE FIRST AIRPLANES", and it is very special because it was carefully designed or compiled. With this educational resource, we want students to learn with enthusiasm and fun, because we believe learning is fun. How many pages are included in this resource? This fabulous document contains the following number of pages: 20 What size is it designed in (A4, letter, etc.)? This resource is designed in A4 format and compiled as a PDF. This makes downloading and printing simple and convenient, and PDFs are also easy to store and carry anywhere. PDF A4 Is the material in color or black and white? This pedagogical document comes in both black and white and color. This makes it more attractive for your learning sessions, but you have the freedom to choose how to print it. COLOR SECONDARY AND COMPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: What type of material is it (book, workbook, activity pack, posters, flashcards)? EDITORIAL ARENAS EDUCATIVAS creates a variety of materials such as packs, worksheets, games, and assessments. This resource belongs to one of those categories. For what ages, levels, or grades is it designed? My specialty is creating educational resources for children, especially for preschool (ages 3–5) and primary (ages 6–12). Sometimes, I also create Spanish resources for learners of all ages. What subject, skill, or topic does it cover? This resource is designed to cover essential learning areas for children, generally literacy and math. What learning objectives does it achieve? This document fulfills a playful objective—it’s meant to be attractive and engaging for children. At the same time, it ensures that students learn or reinforce their knowledge.
Author EDITORIAL LAURA EDUCA
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Tags FREE, FREE RESOURCES, READING, COMPREHENSION, AIRPLANES, HISTORY, ANCHOR CHART
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
Guided Reading Activity Snow Monsters Do Drink Hot Chocolate Trifold
ELA, Reading, Grade 2, 3, 4, Projects, Activities, Teacher Tools, Graphic Organizers, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
Snow Monsters Do Drink Hot Chocolate by Marcia Thornton Jones and Debbie Dadey is part of the Bailey School Kids series, where the kids investigate strange happenings around their school. When a blizzard traps the kids at school and mysterious, snow-monster-like figures are spotted, they begin to suspect their substitute teacher might not be entirely human. The Bailey School Kids unravel the mystery, blending snowy fun with spooky surprises. 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, The Nina Pinta And Vanishing Treasure, Trifold Project, Novel Study
READING-COMPREHENSION | HUMAN BODY | 20 FREE PAGES
Reading, ELA, Writing, Adult Education, Elementary, High School, Homeschool Resources, Middle School, Not Grade Specific, Anchor Charts, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Quizzes and Tests, Graphic Organizers
READING-COMPREHENSION | HUMAN BODY | 20 FREE PAGES SUMMARY OF THIS PRODUCT: · Document Title: READING-COMPREHENSION | HUMAN BODY · Number of Pages: 20 · File Format (PDF, Word, PPT): PDF · Color or Black & White: COLOR ABOUT THE AUTHOR: At EDITORIAL ARENAS EDUCATIVAS, we believe that learning should be as fun as playing. That’s why we create educational materials that spark children’s curiosity and creativity. I invite you to check out my educational store and discover the wide range of resources that can transform your classes. MAIN INFORMATION OF THIS PRODUCT: What is the name of the product? Hello! Thank you so much for being interested in this beautiful and fabulous product that you can use with your children, both at school and at home. The name of this fabulous product is:READING-COMPREHENSION | HUMAN BODY How many pages does it include? This educational document, carefully created and in some cases compiled, has the following number of pages: 20 What format is it in (A4, letter, digital, printable)? This educational resource is designed in A4 format and PDF, so you will have no difficulties printing it and it will also stay well-protected. A4 PDF Is it in black and white or in color? This document is available in black and white as well as in color. Actually, it combines both, making it more attractive for your students. COLOR SECONDARY AND COMPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: What type of resource is it (activities, guide, set, bundle, workbook)? This resource, like many others, can be an activity or a guide. I also invite you to visit my educational store, where you will find a variety of resources such as games, worksheets, and assessments. For what age, grade, or school level is it ideal? I usually create resources for early grades (children ages 3–5), but I also design for primary students (ages 7–12). My priority is to make children’s learning creative. What learning area does it focus on? This and all my resources focus on children’s essential learning, such as math and literacy. Occasionally, I also create resources for Spanish. What will students learn or practice with it? With this educational resource, children will be able to practice basic skills in math and literacy. Teachers can also adapt it to other learning areas, since learning is multidisciplinary.
Author EDITORIAL LAURA EDUCA
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Tags FREE, FREE RESOURCES, ANCHOR CHART, READING, READING AND COMPREHENSION, COMPREHENSION, HUMAN BODY
The Ugly Duckling Lapbook Project Grades 3 4 5 ELA
ELA, Children’s Literature, Literature, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Strategies, Grade 3, 4, 5, Activities, Centers, Crafts, Projects, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Graphic Organizers, Templates
Transform your classroom into a special place through this The Ugly DucklingLapbook Project. Made for Grades 3, 4, and 5, homeschoolers and EFL/ESL learners, this interactive resource is perfect for reading classes, fairy tale unit, reading centers, supplemental assessment tool for reading comprehension and so much more! Contents: 3 The Ugly DucklingLapbook Differentiated Reading Passages (Easy, Average, Hard) 6 The Ugly DucklingLapbook Artistic Lapbook Covers 2 The Ugly DucklingLapbook Name Page Options (for individuals or group projects) 1 The Ugly DucklingLapbook Overlap Piece 3 The Ugly DucklingLapbook Story Summary Templates 2 The Ugly DucklingLapbook Moral & Message Pages 2 The Ugly DucklingLapbook Sequence Pockets 6 The Ugly DucklingLapbook Photo Sequence Cards 3 The Ugly DucklingLapbook Card Sets for sequencing practice (6 cards each) 6 The Ugly DucklingLapbook Retelling Cards 1 The Ugly DucklingLapbook Character Traits Fold 1 The Ugly DucklingLapbook Setting Fold 1 The Ugly DucklingLapbook Additional Fold 1 The Ugly DucklingLapbook Story Ratings Page for students 1 The Ugly DucklingLapbook Personal Reflection Fold
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Tags The Ugly Duckling, Reading Comprehension, ELA Projects, Reading Centers
What are Myths, Fables, Legends, and Fairy Tales?
ELA, Literature, Reading, Writing, Grade 3, 4, 5, Drawing Templates & Outlines, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Graphic Organizers, Teacher Tools, Outlines
Brief Activity Overview: In this activity, your child will explore the unique features of myths, fables, legends, and fairy tales . They will watch a short video and use a chart to organize what they’ve learned about each type of story. At the end of this document, be sure to check out the "Beyond the Activity" section for fun extension ideas if your child wants to dive deeper into these story types or try related lessons. Estimated Time: Less than 1 hour Learning Objective: Understand and identify key features of myths, fables, legends, and fairy tales. Subject: English Language Arts Recommended Grade Levels: 3rd – 6th Getting Started: Exploring Story Types Begin by engaging your child in a simple conversation to spark interest and activate prior knowledge: Tell me about one of your favorite storybooks. Suggested discussion questions are included as great way to ease into the lesson and connect your child’s personal reading experiences to the bigger ideas behind storytelling. Introducing the Activity Discuss how many stories fall into categories such as myths, fables, legends, and fairy tales and what your child knows about them (guiding questions are provided). Then, explain that in this activity, they’ll learn more about each type by watching a brief video and taking notes. Encourage them to pay attention to the key features of each story type and notice how they are alike and different . What to Do Next Watch the Video – Invite your child to watch the short video provided. Take Notes – As they watch, encourage them to jot down what they learn about myths, fables, legends, and fairy tales. Discuss and Reflect – After watching, go over the comprehension questions on the next page. These questions can be used: As discussion starters As writing prompts Or a combination of both—whatever works best for your family! 💡 An answer key is included to support your discussion.
Author Sprout & Inspire
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Tags Reading, Myth, Fable, Legend, Fairy Tale, Graphic Organizer, Quick Activity, Ela
SETTING: The FIVE Elements of a Story Graphic Organizers
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Language Development, Pre-Reading, Writing, Not Grade Specific, Teacher Tools, Graphic Organizers
This is our SETTING section of our Graphic Organizers Series: The FIVE Elements of a Story. In this set, you can enjoy 10 custom graphic organizers for Setting. These graphic organizers can be used in any classroom, for any grade, and with any student. Use these graphic organizers to help students gain an understanding of Setting in a story. Each graphic organizer comes with instructions on how to use them. Setting Graphic Organizers: Setting Elements - Place + Time + Environment = Setting in this Graphic Organizer. Describe the Place that the story takes place in the house graphic. Then, describe the Time in the clock graphic. Finally, describe the Environment in the landscape graphic. Setting Stage - Draw the setting that the story takes place in on the stage in this graphic organizer. Be sure to illustrate the time and place that the story takes place in. Also include the environment of the story, and try to show the tone or mood that the setting creates for the story. Changes in Setting - Identify how the Setting changes throughout the story. In the first column, write down when and where the story takes place at the beginning. In the second column, write down when and where the story takes place at the end. Compare the two to show how the setting changed. Setting Comparison - Compare your Setting with the Setting of the story. In the first column, describe your own Place, Time, Environment, and Mood. Then, do the same for the story’s setting in the second column. Finally, compare each element of the setting. What is the same? What is different? Tone and Mood - Where + When = Tone/Mood in this Graphic Organizer. Describe Where the story takes place in the house graphic. Then, describe When the story takes place in the clock graphic. Finally, describe how both of these elements affect the Tone and Mood of the story. Setting Map - Draw a map to show where the story takes place. Include all the important places from the story as the setting changes. As an extra activity, include routes to each place as it happens in the story. Additionally, include the time for each place on your map. Be creative with your drawing. Past, Present, Future - Describe the Setting as it changes throughout the story. In the Past section, write the setting that took place before the story (flashback). In the Present section, write the current setting of the story. In the Future section, write the setting that will take place after the story (flashback). Elements of Setting - Place + Time + Environment + Mood = Setting in this Graphic Organizer. Describe the Place that the story takes place in the top left box. Then, describe the Time in the top right box. Then, describe the Environment in the bottom left box. Finally, describe the Mood in the bottom right box. Character and Setting Comparison - Compare the Characters in the story with the Setting. Write traits that the character and setting share where the circles overlap. Write traits that the character and setting don’t share in the outside circles. Do this for each character and setting in the story. Setting Analysis - Describe each element of the Setting in detail. Describe the setting, how it relates to the characters, and how the characters are in conflict with the setting. Then, identify the tone and mood of the story, how the setting affects it, and how the story would change if the setting was different.
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Tags Study, Skills, Character, Literary, Device
Thumbelina Fairy Tale Lapbook Project Reading & Writing Grades 3 4 5
ELA, ESL, Language Development, Literary Devices, Literature, Children’s Literature, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Strategies, Grade 3, 4, 5, Centers, Activities, Escape Room, Projects, Assessments, Teacher Tools, Graphic Organizers, Templates
Bring your learners to the amazing world and adventure of Thumbelina through this Thumbelina Lapbook Project created for Grades 3, 4, and 5, homeschoolers and EFL/ESL learners. This resource is a perfect project for your reading classroom, reading centers, fairy tale unit, and reading comprehension assessment tool. Contents: •3 Thumbelina Lapbook Project Differentiated Reading Passages (Easy, Average, Hard) •5 Thumbelina Lapbook Project Lapbook Cover Designs •2 Thumbelina Lapbook Project Name Page Styles (Individual or Group Project) •1 Thumbelina Lapbook Project Lapbook Overlap Page for easy assembly •3 Thumbelina Lapbook Project Story Summary Templates •2 Thumbelina Lapbook Project Theme & Lesson Pages •2 Thumbelina Lapbook Project Sequence Pockets •6 Thumbelina Lapbook Project Story Sequence Cards •3 Thumbelina Lapbook Project Levels of Sequence Cards (6 per level) •6 Thumbelina Lapbook Project Story Retell Cards •1 Thumbelina Lapbook Project Character Traits Foldable •1 Thumbelina Lapbook Project Setting Foldable •1 Thumbelina Lapbook Project Extra Info Foldable •1 Thumbelina Lapbook Project Story Rating Page •1 Thumbelina Lapbook Project Reflection Fold
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Tags Thumbelina, ELA Project, Reading Centers, Reading Comprehension Project
THEME: 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 THEME section of our Graphic Organizers Series: The FIVE Elements of a Story. In this set, you can enjoy 10 custom graphic organizers for Theme. 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 Theme in a story. Each graphic organizer comes with instructions on how to use them. 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.
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Adam and Eve Lapbook Grades 4 5 6 Bible Story ELA
ELA, ESL, Language Development, Children’s Literature, Literature, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Strategies, Homeschool Templates, Grade 4, 5, 6, Centers, Activities, Projects, Graphic Organizers, Teacher Tools, Templates
Encourage the love for reading and continue spreading the faith with this Adam and Eve Lapbook ! This lapbook project is made for Grades 4, 5, 6, homeschool settings, and EFL/ESL learners, and perfect for Sunday Bible study/ school, ELA classes, and assessment tool for reading comprehension. What’s Included: 6 Adam and Eve Lapbook Cover Options 2 Adam and Eve Lapbook Name Pages 1 Adam and Eve Lapbook Inner Overlap Panel 2 Adam and Eve Lapbook Story Summary Templates 1 Adam and Eve Lapbook Main Message Page – 1 Adam and Eve Lapbook Sequencing Pocket 6 Adam and Eve Lapbook Visual Story Sequence Cards 3 Adam and Eve Lapbook Levels of Sequencing Sets 6 Adam and Eve Lapbook Retelling Cards 1 Adam and Eve Lapbook Character Reflection Fold 1 Adam and Eve Lapbook Story Setting 1 Adam and Eve Lapbook Story Rating Page 1 Adam and Eve Lapbook This Adam and Eve Lapbook is perfect for reading comprehension, reading strategies, writing exercise, sequencing, retelling, self-reflection, and creative exercise.
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Tags Adam And Eve, Bible Studies, Bible Story, Bible Lesson, Reading Comprehension, ELA Lapbook
Guided Reading Activity Ghosts Do Splash in Puddles Trifold Book Repor
ELA, Reading, Grade 2, 3, 4, Activities, Projects, Teacher Tools, Graphic Organizers, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables
Ghosts Do Splash in Puddles by Marcia Thornton Jones and Debbie Dadey dives into the adventures of the Bailey School Kids as they investigate a mysterious, translucent figure spotted splashing in puddles on a rainy day. With humor and determination, the kids uncover clues and navigate friendships, making this story a delightful choice for young readers. 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, Ghosts Do Splash In Puddles, Bailey Kids, Making Connections, Making Inferences, Context Clues, Evaluating, Visualization
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
Jabuti the Tortoise Reader Response Activities
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Grade 2, 3, 4, Teacher Tools, Graphic Organizers, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies, Activities, Worksheets
This picture book companion is the perfect resource to accompany the book Jabuti the Tortoise: A Trickster Tale from the Amazon by Gerald McDermott. It includes 34 print-and-go reading activities to choose from, making this resource ideal for customizing learning to your student's specific needs and academic abilities. Students will investigate characters, identify story elements, determine the theme, practice plotting story events, compare & contrast, make predictions, inferences, & connections, answer questions that require them to think beyond the text, and much more! Students will love the engaging and fun activities, and you will appreciate the time saved hunting for high-level resources to teach reading concepts that students frequently struggle with. The activities provided are designed to enable students to apply higher-level thinking skills, encourage them to provide text evidence to support their thinking, and challenge them to express their own thoughts and/or perspectives. ⭐️This Resource Includes:⭐️ ◾ Elements of a Trickster Tale Anchor Chart or Notes Handout: Color and B&W ◾ Making Predictions: Before reading the book, students will make predictions about the text. ◾ Elements of a Trickster Tale: Students fill in the chart with the details of the story that characterize it as a trickster tale. ◾ Trickster Tale Tidbits: Students will answer the questions with details from the story that proves it's a trickster tale. ◾ Story Elements: Students fill in the boxes with words & pictures to represent the story elements. ◾ Sequencing: Students will retell & illustrate the important parts of the story. ◾ Recalling events in Chronological Order: Students describe and illustrate four major events in the story in chronological order. ◾ Summary: Students complete the Somebody, Wanted, Because, But, So graphic organizer and write a summary of the story. ◾ Story Event Sort: Students will describe a scene or event from the story that fits into each of the categories & explain how the event made them feel & how it relates to the category. ◾ Making Inferences: Students use clues & schema to make inferences while reading the story. ◾ Making Connections: Students make connections to an event from the story. ◾ Author's Message: Students describe four important events from the story in chronological order and answer the questions about the author's message. ◾ Character Inside & Out (Jabuti): Students include details from the story to describe what the character says, thinks, does, and feels. ◾ Character Inside & Out (Vulture): Students include details from the story to describe what the character says, thinks, does, and feels. ◾ Character Feelings (Jabuti): Students describe how the character's feelings change throughout the story & give examples of the events that cause them to feel the way they do. ◾ Character Feelings (Vulture): Students describe how the character's feelings change throughout the story & give examples of the events that cause them to feel the way they do. ◾ Character Development (Jabuti): Students select the character traits that best describe the character at different times throughout the story and provide examples from the book to support each character trait. ◾ Character Development (Vulture): Students select the character traits that best describe the character at different times throughout the story and provide examples from the book to support each character trait. ◾ Character Change (Jabuti): Students will explain how the character changed from the beginning to the end of the story and describe the events that caused the change to happen. ◾ Character Change (Vulture): Students will explain how the character changed from the beginning to the end of the story and describe the events that caused the change to happen. ◾ Sketch a Scene From the Story: Students draw a scene from the story & explain why it's important to the plot. ◾ Setting Influences the Plot: Students will draw a scene from the story that takes place in one of the settings and write about what happened there and why it was important to the plot. ◾ Setting the Scene: Students identify three different settings in the story and explain how they know that the setting changed. ◾ Theme: Students answer the questions to determine which theme best fits the story and provide text evidence to support their choice. ◾ Thinking About the Text: Students will answer the questions about the story & include examples from the text to support their answers. ◾ Compare & Contrast: Students answer the questions to compare & contrast Jabuti's tricks to Vulture's trick. ◾ Vocabulary Crossword Puzzle: Students use the clues and the word bank to fill in the crossword puzzle (ANSWER KEY INCLUDED). ◾ Antonyms All Around: Students find the antonyms, words with opposite meanings, in the text provided from the story and use a dictionary, or scan the QR code, to find more opposite words for the antonyms they found in the text. ◾ Wait... There's More!: Students will write about what happens next in the story. ◾ Book Review: Students color in the stars to rate how much they enjoyed the book and draw a new cover & their favorite character from the story. Then, they will explain why other kids should or should not read it. ◾ Write an Origin Story: Students will plan and write their own origin story. The following pages are included in this activity : ◾ My Trickster Tale Planning Sheet: Students use the planning sheet to organize their own origin story. They select an animal that they think is special and write a story about how the animal got its voice, coloring, nose, tail, speed, or other special features or abilities. ◾ My Trickster Tale Cover: Students design a book cover for their origin story. ◾ Lined Writing Paper: Three different layouts are included. 💡Need ideas for different ways you can implement these activities? ◾ Focus on different reading skills each day for targeted instruction, and have students complete a corresponding printable to check for understanding. ◾ During centers, students can independently read the story again and complete an activity that reviews a previously taught concept. ◾ Work with students on a reading concept they struggle with during guided reading or strategy groups. ◾ Students work with a partner or in literature circles to complete additional reading activities. The book is not included. ⭐️You may also like: ⭐ TEXT SET #1: "The Importance of Friendship" ◾ A Weekend With Wendell Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ First Come the Zebra Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ This is Our House Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ Horace and Morris But Mostly Dolores Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ The Old Woman Who Named Things Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA TEXT SET #3: "Finding Your Way in a New Place" ◾ Grandfather Counts Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ The Have a Good Day Cafe, Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ Roses for Gita Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ Mango, Abuela, and Me, Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ Home at Last Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA TEXT SET #7: "Exploring Narrative Nonfiction" ◾ Cactus Hotel Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ A Log's Life Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ Salmon Stream Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ Think of an Eel Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ✨Be sure to check out my storefront here: https://teachsimple.com/contributor/creatively-gifted
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Tags IRA, Picture Book Activities, Read Aloud Lessons, Interactive Read Aloud Activities, Elementary Reading, Reading Comprehension, Fountas And Pinnell IRA, Second Grade, Trickster Tales, Jabuti The Tortoise
Reading Comprehension: Using Graphic Organizers to Identify Context Clues
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Common Core, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Graphic Organizers, Teacher Tools
Reading Comprehension: Using Graphic Organizers to Identify Context Clues An extraordinary teaching resource that shines light on a crucial element of reading comprehension - understanding context clues via graphic organizers. This tool - a part of the extensive Reading Comprehension lesson plan, nurtures vital reading skills enhancing both fluency and comprehension across diverse situations. Leveraging children's natural knack for consuming written content, this educational aid propels them towards academic prosperity and life expertise. In today's world, evolving into adept readers is an important communication talent catered to by this informative guide which presents basic stepping stones towards advanced reading skills effectively. The resource expounds on important yet challenging concepts such as: Harnessing context clues, Determining main ideas, Building inferential skills All these elements are conveyed in a learner-friendly style facilitating quick grasping. The material provides numerous opportunities for honing these key abilities through varied practice sessions spaced across the content. Educators would find the adherence of this unique tool to Bloom's Taxonomy to be highly commendable — there are structured educational objectives maintaining pedagogical appropriateness while also aligning with Common Core State Standards. Definitions provided for important terminologies encourage better understanding and vocabulary development — another compelling feature setting this resource apart from others. This tool has been meticulously crafted catering specifically Grade 5-8 students immersed in Language Arts studies', focusing especially on comprehension aspects. Its versatility allows integration into group instructions or smaller study groups or even individual assignments serving as enriched homework tasks strengthening school-learnt concepts. The comprehensive package includes: A PDF file detailed lesson plans simplifying teaching maneuvers—beneficial for both public school educators integrating classroom lessons or homeschoolers wanting guidance on delivering structured academic content.
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