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Spring Lesson Plans
Embrace the energy of spring with lesson plans that bring new life into your teaching. Explore growth, nature, and renewal through interactive activities across subjects. Implement these resources to invigorate your classroom and engage students with the season's themes.
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Spring Narrative Writing, Spring Opinion Writing, and Spring Informative Writing Prompts with Vocabulary Words for K-2nd Grade
ELA, Holiday & Seasonal, Writing, Creative Writing, Seasons, Spring, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, Writing Prompts, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
These ENGAGING Spring Narrative Writing, Spring Opinion Writing, and Spring Informative Writing Prompts are designed for Kindergarten, First grade, and Second grade students. With 27 pages of writing activities all for Spring! Included are the following: * Three writing prompts with differentiated writing pages that provides starter words to trace to help with beginning writers. * Opportunities to draw to go along with their writing. * To help with student's writing. there are two differentiated word banks for each of the prompts to encourage students to expand their vocabulary and to enhance their writing. * Students can trace and practice writing the words on the vocabulary pages. * At the bottom of the writing pages, there is a checklist for students to check their work which includes an opportunity to check for capital letters at the beginning of each sentence, punctuation, finger spaces, upper and lowercase letters in each sentence, an opportunity to practice sounding out words, and a reminder to draw their picture. * Also included are writing organizers to help students begin their writings. These writing prompts for Spring align with the common core standards for creative, opinion, and informative/ explanatory writing. These instructions help students to know exactly what is expected of them as they write. The prompts are engaging and fun for students to be creative, and to ponder on material related to the Spring Season! It's a GREAT value with fun festive borders to display in your classroom and interesting and engaging prompts to promote creativity in your students! Included in the Spring Narrative Writing, Spring Opinion Writing, and Spring Informative Writing Prompts for Kindergarten, First Grade, and Second Grade are: * Opinion prompt centered around Spring Activities that are differentiated with various writing pages and two different vocabulary pages. * Narrative Prompt centered around Spring Activities that are differentiated with various writing pages and two different vocabulary pages. * Informative / Explanatory Prompt centered around Spring Activities that are differentiated with various writing pages and two different vocabulary pages. * Also included are writing organizer pages for each type of writing prompt. This is a PDF file. 27 pages in all!
Author K-5 Treasures
Tags Spring Writing, Informational Writing, Opinion Writing, Narrative Writing, Spring Activities, Spring Lessons, Kindergarten Writing Prompts, 1st Grade Writing Prompts, 2nd Grade Writing Prompts, Spring Writing Prompts For 2nd Grade
Earth Day Writing Prompts BUNDLE
ELA, Writing, Creative Writing, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Earth Day, Seasons, Spring, Science, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Writing Prompts, Coloring Pages, Worksheets, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans
Looking for a way to celebrate Earth Day that doesn’t involve muddy shoes, bug bites, or chasing down runaway recycling bins? This Earth Day Writing Prompts BUNDLE includes 10 creative prompts , each with a writing section and a drawing section , designed to get your students thinking, laughing, and learning about how to take care of our one-and-only planet. From imagining what animals would say on Earth Day, to designing green dream homes and telling the tale of magic trash, these prompts let students explore environmental themes with humor and heart. Best of all? They're fun to read, even when it’s the end of the day and you’ve had one too many student pencil-sharpening marathons. Ways to Use It: Earth Day writing center Morning work or fast-finisher activity Cross-curricular science + ELA lessons Hallway or classroom displays Why You’ll Love It: No prep—print and go Combines creative writing and drawing Sparks meaningful Earth Day conversations Appeals to a variety of grade levels and learning styles Makes Earth Day educational and entertaining Because saving the planet is important—but having fun while doing it? Even better. 🌎✏️🎨 Pdf file includes 20 pages.
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Earth Day, Earth Day Writing, Earth Day Writing Prompts, Writing Prompts, Spring Writing Prompts, Earth Day Activities, Spring Writing, Spring Activities
Easter Missing Middles - Numbers 1 - 20
Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, Easter, Seasons, Spring, Math, Early Math, Numbers, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, Classroom Decor, Door Decor, Bulletin Boards, Activities, Centers, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans
Let’s face it, getting kids to focus on number sequences can feel like trying to herd jellybeans. But with Easter Missing Middles – Numbers 1–20 , you’ll have them cracking the code in no time (egg pun 100% intended). 🐣 Each egg in this no-prep activity is divided into three pieces. The top and bottom parts have numbers, and the middle? Well, that’s where the little mathematicians come in. Their job is to figure out what number is missing in the middle and write it in. It’s like detective work, but cuter and with pastel eggs. Ways to Use It: ✔️ Morning math warm-up – Easy, festive, and effective. ✔️ Easter-themed centers – Because math should get to wear a costume too. ✔️ Number sequence review – Sneaky skill-building in disguise. ✔️ Early finisher activity – Keeps them busy without chaos. ✔️ Small group work – A great way to hatch some math discussions. Why It Works: 🥚 Builds number sequencing skills 🥚 Encourages logical thinking 🥚 Easy to prep (just print and go!) 🥚 Fun, engaging, and totally classroom-approved Who knew eggs could teach math? Now if only they could grade papers too… Pdf files includes 10 pages.
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Numbers, Numbers In Between, Easter, Easter Math, Easter Missing Number, Missing Numbers, Missing Number, Easter Activities, Middle Numbers
March Magic
Holiday & Seasonal, Seasons, Spring, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
March Magic: An Essential Teaching Resource March Magic, a teaching resource, aids educators in promoting imaginative, creative writing exercises and developing observation skills. Focusing primarily on weather phenomena, this interactive activity book serves as a core part of the elementary curriculum for Kindergarten to Grade 3. Pedagogical Approaches The March Magic manual adopts various educational strategies to support students' development in areas like reading and comprehension. This package offers options such as whole-group instruction sessions or small-group cooperative activities. These choices provide the necessary flexibility based on classroom settings and learning needs. Beyond Usual Lessons A unique characteristic of this resource goes past standard subjects - activities that honor festive occasions happening during spring are included in the lessons. The objective is for students to learn not just about seasonal changes but also develop cultural awareness. Creative Writing Stimulus In addition to traditional academic pursuits, March Magic fuels creativity among learners through inspiring narrative writing derived from story starters and spring-related characters discovered within its pages. A fun, engaging method for children to reinforce their knowledge while improving their literacy abilities. Natural Foods and Recipies This carefully curated resource brings themes from nature into learning- with recipes employing natural foods integrated as extra activities- forming a linkage between dietary habits comprehensions linked with weather patterns topic at hand. The availability of an easy-to-use PDF format ensures trouble-free utilization across diverse devices whether conducting face-to-face teaching or tutoring virtually via home-schooling practices. Taking into account different teaching scenarios – be it designating personal homework tasks or leading animated classroom discussions – March Magic is versatile enough to cater for all requirements; thus, facilitating an enriched comprehension of weather fluctuations in conjunction with improving central academic competencies.
Author Classroom Complete Press
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If I Were a Bus Driver - Writing Prompt
ELA, Language Development, Writing, Creative Writing, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Seasons, Spring, Labor Day, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Worksheets & Printables, Writing Prompts, Worksheets, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans, Classroom Decor, Bulletin Boards, Activities, Centers
Beep beep! It’s time to celebrate Labor Day by hopping aboard the imagination express! This If I Were a Bus Driver writing and drawing prompt is perfect for K–2 students who love wheels, honking horns, and the idea of being in charge of something way bigger than their lunchbox. This resource lets young learners imagine a day in the life of a friendly (and very patient) bus driver. Students will write about what they'd do, maybe they’d play music on the morning route, hand out invisible seatbelt awards, or make every stop feel like a field trip. Then, they’ll draw their dream bus and possibly even themselves behind the wheel, watch out, world! Ways to Use: Ideal for Labor Day lessons about community workers. Great for writing centers, morning work, or early finishers. Makes an excellent addition to a transportation unit. Fun to display on a classroom bulletin board or hallway gallery. Advantages: Builds appreciation for hardworking bus drivers. Boosts writing confidence and creativity. Encourages artistic expression and storytelling. Low-prep and high-engagement, just print and go! Pdf file includes 2 pages. Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Writing, Writing Prompts, Writing Centers, Career, Careers, Labor Day, Labor Day Writing, Labor Day Activities, Spring Writing, Labor
Busy Bees - Reading Comprehension + Answers
ELA, Language Development, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Months, Seasons, Spring, Grade 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans, Activities, Centers
Get ready to buzz with excitement! 🐝 Bees: Nature’s Tiny Workers - Reading Comprehension + Answers is a sweet, no-prep resource designed for busy 3rd–5th grade classrooms that could use a little extra buzz in their literacy time. Students will read all about how bees work harder than most adults before their first cup of coffee, pollinating plants, making honey, and basically keeping the planet alive while looking fabulous in stripes. After reading, students will answer a variety of comprehension questions that check their understanding, encourage critical thinking, and maybe even make them appreciate their next spoonful of honey a little more. Ways to Use: Science or ELA integration without losing your mind Morning work that won't put students (or you) to sleep Independent practice for early finishers Easy sub plans that basically run themselves Advantages: Strengthens reading comprehension and critical thinking skills Combines fun facts with educational content (sneaky learning at its best) Print-and-go simplicity, no prep, no stress Includes a full answer key so you can breathe easy
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Reading, Reading Centers, Spring Reading, Spring Activities, Spring Reading Comprehension, Reading Comprehension, Spring Centers, Ela
Memorial Day Write a Story Activity + Solution
ELA, Writing, Creative Writing, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Memorial Day, Seasons, Spring, Months, May, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Worksheets & Printables, Writing Prompts, Activities, Centers, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans
The Memorial Day Write a Story Activity + Answers is a thoughtful and engaging writing resource for kindergarten through 2nd grade students. It includes a colorful cartoon picture related to Memorial Day and five vocabulary words. Students are invited to look closely at the image and use all five words to write a short story about what they see. This activity encourages creativity, builds sentence-writing skills, and introduces students to the meaning of Memorial Day in a way they can understand. It also comes with a sample answer/story to help guide young writers or to be used as an example in class. It’s perfect for classrooms looking to combine writing and social studies during the holiday season. Ways to Use: As a writing warm-up or mini-lesson In writing centers or literacy stations For independent or partner writing As a guided writing activity with the whole class As a take-home assignment for extra practice Advantages: Supports early writing and vocabulary development Helps students connect writing with real-life holidays Encourages creativity and storytelling Easy to differentiate for various ability levels Includes a sample answer for modeling or support Pdf file includes 20 pages Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Memorial Day, Write A Story, Written Expression, Writing Centers, Writing Prompts, Sentence Structure, Storytelling, Memorial Day Activities
Springtime Picnic - Reading Comprehension + Answers
ELA, Language Development, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Holiday & Seasonal, Months, Holidays, Seasons, Spring, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans, Centers, Activities, Literacy Readers
If your students are daydreaming about sunshine and snacks instead of sentence structure, Springtime Picnic is the perfect way to bring a little spring cheer into your classroom, without actually handing out juice boxes. This reading comprehension activity follows a group of friends on a cheerful picnic adventure, complete with ants, giggles, and learning moments. It’s light, fun, and secretly packed with reading practice (shhh, don’t tell the kids). Ways to Use: Spring-Themed Reading Practice: Slide it into your lesson plans to match the season and keep students engaged. Morning Work or Centers: A quick, meaningful activity that doesn’t require a full picnic blanket. Paired with Writing Prompts: Use it to inspire stories about students’ own picnic adventures. Sub Plans Lifesaver: Clear and easy for any substitute to follow without emergency texts. Advantages: Ready to Use: Print-and-go format means no prep, no stress. Answer Key Included: Because you deserve an actual lunch break. Fun and Relatable: Kids connect with the story while practicing comprehension skills. Fits the Season: It’s all sunshine, snacks, and skill-building. PDF File includes 2 pages.
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Reading, Reading Comprehension, Reading Centers, Reading Passages, Reading Activities, Spring Reading, Spring, Spring Reading Comprehension
Park with Mom: Write a Story - Mother's Day Activity
ELA, Language Development, Writing, Creative Writing, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Seasons, Spring, Summer, Mother's Day, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Worksheets & Printables, Writing Prompts, Activities, Centers, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans
What do you get when you mix Mom, a sunny day, and a park full of squirrels, swings, and spilled juice boxes? A perfect writing prompt! This “Write a Story: Mom and Me at the Park” Mother’s Day Activity lets students craft a fun, heartfelt story about spending time at the park with Mom (or a special grown-up). Students can imagine the perfect outing—feeding ducks, flying kites, or maybe chasing a runaway sandwich. Whether the story is sweet, silly, or somewhere in between, it’s a chance for kids to show appreciation while flexing those writing muscles. Ways to Use: Mother’s Day writing activity during language arts Writing center or small group work Morning work or early finisher task Paired with a drawing or card Take-home surprise for Mother’s Day Advantages: Encourages creative thinking and storytelling Builds narrative structure and sequencing skills Promotes emotional connection and gratitude No prep, just print and write Fits easily into any elementary writing lesson Creates a keepsake full of love (and maybe mud pies) Pdf file includes 2 pages. Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Writing, Writing Prompts, Writing Centers, Writing Expression, Mothers Day, Mothers Day Writing, End Of Year Activities, Literacy, Creative Writing
If I Were a Veterinarian - Writing Prompt
ELA, Language Development, Writing, Creative Writing, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Seasons, Spring, Summer, Labor Day, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Writing Prompts, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans, Classroom Decor, Bulletin Boards, Centers, Activities
Calling all animal lovers, future fur-doctors, and kids who think Band-Aids fix everything! The If I Were a Veterinarian writing and drawing prompt is the purr-fect (yes, we said it) activity to spark imagination, build early writing skills, and have your K–2 students dreaming of stethoscopes and wagging tails. In this fun and engaging resource, students will write about what kind of veterinarian they’d be, maybe they’d care for puppies, penguins, or even pet lizards named Mr. Wiggles. They’ll explain how they’d help sick animals, what tools they’d use, and why being a vet would be the best job ever. Then, they’ll get to draw themselves in their vet gear, probably surrounded by a zoo’s worth of animals (expect unicorns). Ways to Use: Perfect for Career Day, animal-themed units, or anytime inspiration strikes. Use in writing centers, morning work, or for early finishers. Great for encouraging vocabulary around animals and community helpers. Display student work for an instant smile-generator on your classroom walls! Advantages: Fosters empathy, creativity, and real-world connections. Strengthens early writing and drawing skills. No-prep, teacher-friendly, and guaranteed to get tails wagging. Pdf file includes 2 pages. Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Writing, Writing Prompt, Writing Prompts, Spring, Writing Centers, Spring Writing Prompts, Career, Careers, Labor Day, Labor Day Writing
Flag and Honor Write a Story Activity - Memorial Day
ELA, Writing, Creative Writing, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Memorial Day, Seasons, Spring, Months, May, Grade 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Writing Prompts, Activities, Centers, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans
Stars, Stripes, and Sacrifice Write a Story is a meaningful Memorial Day writing activity designed for students in grades 3–5. In this resource, students are presented with a patriotic cartoon picture that highlights the symbols of the American flag and the spirit of sacrifice behind the holiday. They are given five specific vocabulary words and are asked to write a short story inspired by the image, using all five words in their writing. This activity allows students to express their creativity while gaining a deeper understanding of the values Memorial Day represents, honor, service, and remembrance. It combines language arts with social studies, making it an excellent cross-curricular tool for teaching empathy and patriotism. Ways to Use: Writing prompt for Memorial Day-themed lessons Literacy center or independent writing assignment Morning work or early finisher task Homework or substitute plan activity Group writing or peer-sharing sessions Advantages: Strengthens narrative writing and vocabulary use Encourages thoughtful reflection on Memorial Day Fosters creativity and personal expression Promotes discussions about freedom, sacrifice, and national pride Engages students with age-appropriate, meaningful content Supports differentiated instruction and writing practice Pdf file includes 2 pages. Enjoy!
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Tags Memorial Day, Writing Prompts, Written Expression, Writing Centers, Sentence Structure, Literacy, Memorial Day Activities, Short Stories
Arbor Day Writing Prompt
ELA, Writing, Creative Writing, Language Development, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Arbor Day, Seasons, Spring, Months, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Worksheets & Printables, Writing Prompts, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans, Activities, Centers
Looking for a meaningful and low-prep way to celebrate Arbor Day with your 3rd-5th students? This Arbor Day Writing Prompt is branching out to help! With two fun parts, a writing prompt and a drawing activity , this resource is perfect for helping little learners express big ideas about nature while secretly working on their literacy and creativity skills (sneaky, right?). Students get to write about how they can help the Earth, trees, or the environment, and then draw a picture to match. It’s the ultimate combo of thinking and doodling, a win for everyone involved! Ways to Use: 🌳 Use it during your Arbor Day or Earth Week lesson plans 🌳 Morning work, writing centers, or as an early finisher task 🌳 Great for hallway displays (parents love that stuff!) 🌳 Quick, easy sub plan addition Why You’ll Love It: ✅ Combines writing and art, engages multiple learners ✅ Encourages environmental awareness and personal responsibility ✅ Helps students develop writing stamina and visual expression ✅ Super low-prep, print and you’re ready to go! Pdf file includes 2 pages. Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Arbor Day, Arbor Day Writing, Writin, Writing Prompt, Writing Centers, Spring Weiting, Tree, Trees, Arbor Day Craft
The Day I Met a Baby Chick - Writing Prompt
ELA, Writing, Creative Writing, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Months, Seasons, Spring, Creative Arts, Graphic Arts, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, Worksheets & Printables, Writing Prompts, Worksheets, Coloring Pages, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans
Soft, fluffy, and full of tiny peeps, what’s not to love about baby chicks? The Day I Met a Baby Chick is a spring writing prompt that lets students hatch their creativity with a heartwarming (or hilarious) story about meeting an adorable, fuzzy new friend. This no-prep resource includes two parts : a writing activity and a drawing section to bring the chick encounter to life, feathers, flair, and all. In the writing portion , students imagine what it would be like to meet a baby chick. Was it at a farm? In their backyard? Did the chick follow them home and demand snacks? Whether their story turns into a barnyard adventure or a new best-feathered-friend tale, it’s all up to them. The drawing portion lets them illustrate the chick, the setting, and any unexpected moments (like a chick in sunglasses or riding a skateboard). Ways to Use It: Spring-themed writing centers Morning warm-up or early finisher activity ELA + art combo lesson Adorable bulletin board material Why Teachers Love It: Inspires imagination and storytelling Combines writing with art No prep, just print and pass out Works for a wide range of grade levels Because nothing fluffs up a writing lesson like a baby chick. Pdf file includes 2 pages.
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Writing, Writing Prompts, Writing Centers, Writing Activities, Spring Writing, Spring Writing Prompts, Sprting Activities, ELA, Spring Drawing
Rainy Rainbows - Reading Comprehension + Solution
ELA, Language Development, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Months, Seasons, Spring, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, Activities, Centers, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans
Rainy Days and Rainbows – Spring Reading Comprehension + Answers is the perfect blend of literacy and a little springtime magic. This no-prep printable features an engaging short story that takes your students on a reading adventure through puddles, raindrops, and, of course, colorful rainbows. It’s like a walk through a spring storm, minus the soggy shoes. After reading, students answer thoughtful comprehension questions that target key reading skills like main idea, details, sequencing, and inference. There's also a fun drawing section to help bring the story to life, because what better way to celebrate spring than with a rainbow masterpiece? ☔ Ways to Use It: ✔️ Morning work that starts the day on the right (rain-booted) foot ✔️ Reading centers that run themselves ✔️ Sub plans that don’t need 3 pages of instructions ✔️ Homework that won’t come back crumpled and untouched 🌈 Why Teachers Love It: ✔️ Reinforces essential reading comprehension skills ✔️ Combines reading + creativity = student buy-in ✔️ Includes an answer key (because you’re busy) ✔️ Print-and-go simplicity Pdf file includes 2 pages.
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Tags Reading, Reading Comprehension, Spring Reading, Reading Centers, Spring Reading Comprehension, Spring Activities, Spring Reading Activity, Spring
Telling Time Practice Activity
Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, Seasons, Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter, Math, Time, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans
Make teaching time-telling simple, fun, and stress-free with these Telling Time Practice Worksheets ! Designed for elementary students, this resource offers a variety of engaging activities to help kids confidently read and write time on both analog and digital clocks. With clear visuals and plenty of step-by-step practice, these worksheets make it easy to build a strong foundation in time-telling while also strengthening math and problem-solving skills. How to Use: Daily math practice or warm-up work Homework for extra practice at home Math centers and independent activities Small group instruction or one-on-one tutoring Sub plans and test prep Quick skill review and assessment Why You’ll Love It: Builds confidence with analog and digital clocks Offers activities for different skill levels Encourages independent learning with simple directions Provides real-world practice to develop life skills Saves planning time with ready-to-print worksheets Perfect for classrooms, homeschool, and after-school programs This resource is great for introducing new skills, practicing elapsed time, or reviewing concepts all year long. With multiple activities to keep students engaged, your learners will master time-telling with confidence and ease. Enjoy!
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Tags Time, Telling Time, Fall Math, Back To School Math, Spring Math, Winter Math, Back To School Activities, Back To School, Back To School Telling Time
Easter Read and Draw - No Prep Activities
Creative Arts, ELA, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Seasons, Spring, Months, Easter, Reading, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Coloring Pages, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans, Centers, Activities, Crafts
Looking for an egg-stra fun way to sneak reading comprehension into your spring lessons? This Read and Draw – Easter No-Prep Activity is just the treat (no chocolate required). Perfect for K–2 learners, this resource invites students to read a simple sentence and draw a matching picture, because nothing says “I understood this sentence” like a masterpiece of a bunny riding a skateboard. Each page is festive, easy to follow, and totally independent, meaning you can sip your coffee while they actually work . No prep. No glue. No glitter. Just print and go! Ways to Use It: 🐣 Morning work to start the day with a smile 🐣 Literacy centers that don’t require your supervision 🐣 Early finisher activities that won’t cause chaos 🐣 Take-home fun for extra practice over spring break Why Teachers Love It: ✔️ Builds reading comprehension and visual expression ✔️ Supports sentence structure and creativity ✔️ Great for ELLs and emerging readers ✔️ Keeps little hands and big imaginations busy PDF file includes 4 pages. Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Reading, Drawing, Easter, Easter Drawing, Easter Activities, Easter Crafts, Easter No Prep, Spring Reading, Spring Drawing, Spring Activities
Write a Story: Mom’s Special Day - Mother's Day Activity
ELA, Language Development, Writing, Creative Writing, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Mother's Day, Seasons, Spring, Summer, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Worksheets & Printables, Writing Prompts, Activities, Centers, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans
Moms spend all year making everyone else's day special, so now it’s her turn! In this “Write a Story: Mom’s Special Day” Mother’s Day Activity , students will imagine what the perfect day for Mom would look like and turn it into a creative, heartfelt, or downright hilarious story. Will she sleep in until noon? Get served pancakes shaped like hearts? Take a bubble bath without someone yelling “Moooooom!” through the door? Kids can dream up the ideal day for Mom, from morning hugs to nighttime snuggles, while building their writing skills and showing appreciation in a unique way. Ways to Use: Whole-class Mother’s Day writing activity Literacy center or independent writing task Morning work or early finisher assignment Paired with a drawing, card, or handmade gift Take-home story keepsake for families Advantages: Fosters creativity and empathy Reinforces narrative structure and sequencing Encourages students to reflect on what makes their moms special Easy, no-prep printable format Works across a range of writing abilities Produces a meaningful and often humorous gift Pdf file includes 2 pages. Enjoy!
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Tags Writing, Writing Prompts, Writing Centers, Written Expression, Write A Story, Mothers Day, End Of Year Activities, Literacy, Mothers Day Activities
The Life Cycle of a Butterfly - Reading Comprehension + Answers
ELA, Language Development, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Seasons, Spring, Science, Basic Science, Grade 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans, Activities, Centers
Get ready to watch your students transform their reading skills just like a butterfly! 🦋 The Life Cycle of a Butterfly - Reading Comprehension + Answers is a no-prep, grab-and-go resource perfect for 3rd–5th graders who love a good metamorphosis story (and who doesn’t?). Students will read an engaging, age-appropriate passage that walks them through the magical journey from egg to caterpillar to chrysalis to full-blown butterfly, nature’s ultimate glow-up. The comprehension questions that follow aren’t just “blah” check-the-box items. They’ll actually make students think , predicting, inferring, and recalling with ease (and maybe even a little excitement). Plus, the included answer key means you get to spend less time grading and more time pretending to be a butterfly yourself. Ways to Use: Morning work (because coffee needs backup) Literacy centers Homework with minimal whining Sub plans that actually get done Advantages: Sharpens reading comprehension skills Boosts vocabulary naturally Connects science and ELA in one swoop Fun, easy, and no prep for you, just print and let the magic happen! Pdf file includes 2 pages. Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Reading, Reading Comprehension, Butterfly, Science, Science Reading, Spring, Spring Reading, Spring Reading Comprehension, The Life Cycle
Let’s Fly a Kite - Reading Comprehension + Answers
ELA, Language Development, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Months, Seasons, Spring, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, Activities, Centers, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans, Literacy Readers
When the wind is blowing and your students are bouncing off the walls like loose balloons, it’s time for Let’s Fly a Kite! This cheerful spring reading comprehension activity is designed for K–2 learners and follows a fun, easy-to-read story about flying a kite on a breezy spring day. It’s perfect for building those early reading skills while tapping into the seasonal excitement, without anyone actually running into trees. Ways to Use: Spring Literacy Centers: A fun, focused addition to your reading rotation. Guided Reading or Read-Aloud: Read together and model how to find answers in the text. Independent Practice: Great for quiet work that actually holds their attention. Sub Plans: A print-and-go activity that requires zero last-minute panic. Advantages: Kid-Friendly Language: Short, simple sentences made for growing readers. Boosts Comprehension: Questions help students practice key reading skills in a fun way. Answer Key Included: Because you have 26 other things on your to-do list. Low-Prep: Just print and let the learning lift off! Seasonally Themed: Spring fun without mud, allergies, or actual wind. Pdf file includes 2 pages.
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Tags Reading, Reading Comprehension, Reading Centers, Reading Activities, Spring Reading, Spring Reading Comprehension, Spring Activities, Spring Reading Passages
Why Birds Migrate - Reading Comprehension + Answers
ELA, Language Development, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Holiday & Seasonal, Months, Seasons, Spring, Holidays, Grade 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans, Activities, Centers
Get ready to fly into learning with Why Birds Migrate - Reading Comprehension + Answers ! Perfect for 3rd–5th graders, this no-prep resource answers the big questions: Why do birds leave town every year? (Hint: it's not because they’re tired of our winter fashion choices.) Students will read an engaging, kid-friendly passage and then test their comprehension with a set of fun and thoughtful questions. Ways to use this resource: Morning work that’s more exciting than silent reading Homework that doesn’t cause dramatic sighing Small group or partner work that sparks real conversation A quick and meaningful lesson for those days when the coffee just didn’t kick in Advantages: Strengthens reading comprehension in a way that feels natural and fun Ties into science and seasonal lessons (hello, cross-curricular bonus points!) Answer key included, because teachers deserve a little break too Encourages critical thinking and connection-making as students explore the wonders of nature Pdf file includes 2 pages Enjoy!
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Tags Reading, Reading Comprehension, Reading Centers, Spring, Spring Reading, Spring Reading Comprehension, Ela, Literacy, Spring Literacy
A Soldier’s Letter Write a story Activity - Memorial Day
ELA, Writing, Creative Writing, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Memorial Day, Months, May, Seasons, Spring, Grade 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Writing Prompts, Activities, Centers, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans
A Letter from the Battlefield Write a Story – Memorial Day Activity is a meaningful writing resource that helps upper elementary students connect with the emotions and history behind Memorial Day. In this activity, students observe a cartoon illustration and are given five themed vocabulary words to include in their writing. They are then tasked with writing a short story inspired by the picture, encouraged to imagine it as a letter from a soldier on the battlefield. This engaging prompt supports creative writing, historical thinking, and vocabulary development. It allows students to explore themes of courage, sacrifice, and patriotism in a thoughtful, age-appropriate way. Ways to Use: As a writing prompt during a Memorial Day lesson In literacy centers or as an independent activity For early finishers or substitute plans As a guided writing activity with modeling and discussion As a homework extension connected to social studies Advantages: Strengthens writing and storytelling skills Builds empathy and historical awareness Encourages use of descriptive and emotional language Integrates language arts with history and civic themes Adaptable for various writing levels and classroom needs Fosters respectful reflection on national service and sacrifice Pdf file includes 2 pages. Enjoy!
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Tags Memorial Day, Literacy, Writing Centers, Short Stories, Writing Prompts, Sentence Structure, Storytelling
Breakfast for Mom - Write a Story : Mother's Day Activity
ELA, Writing, Creative Writing, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Mother's Day, Seasons, Summer, Spring, Language Development, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Worksheets & Printables, Writing Prompts, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Lesson Plans, Activities, Centers
What do kids love more than breakfast? Making up stories about pancakes, orange juice, and maybe a toast that talks. This “Breakfast for Mom – Write a Story” Mother’s Day Activity is a creative writing task that invites students to imagine the perfect breakfast surprise for Mom, burnt toast optional! Students will plan and write a short story about preparing (or attempting to prepare!) breakfast for their mom or a mother figure. From kitchen chaos to heartfelt moments, their imaginations will run wild, and the results are often as hilarious as they are heartwarming. Ways to Use: Writing center or literacy station Whole-class writing activity Morning work leading up to Mother’s Day Homework assignment with a creative twist Paired with a handmade card or drawing for Mom Advantages: Encourages storytelling and descriptive writing Engages students with a fun, meaningful prompt Perfect blend of humor and heart (just like moms!) No prep needed, just print and let them write Supports grammar, sequencing, and vocabulary skills Makes a sweet keepsake gift for families Pdf file includes 2 pages Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
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Tags Writing, Write A Story, Writing Centers, Writing Expression, Mothers Day, Mothers Day Writing, Mothers Day Writing Expression, Literacy, End Of Year Activities
Spring Unit Fractions Matching Game Activity - Printable
Holiday & Seasonal, Seasons, Spring, Math, Fractions, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools
Spring Unit Fractions Matching Game Activity This is a wonderful teaching resource that revitalizes your classroom during the spring season. This downloadable and printable activity , designated for students from grade 1 through grade 4, exhibits versatility catering to diverse classrooms. Focal Point The game centers on Math, precisely unit fractions, providing a vibrant and interactive learning route for fractions. This math memory matching game also brings in an element of Spring theme thereby making the learning exercise excitable. Preparation Process The application involves printing out five distinct versions of fraction representation cards which include circles, squares, symbols or any combinations- adjusted as per learners' unique needs. We suggest laminating these cards post-printing for durability and kid-friendly handling. Furthermore there are black and white versions that suit varied printer capabilities. Versatility Distinguishing factor of this activity resides in its adaptability; educators can regulate difficulty levels by modifying card quantities thus catering to each learner’s level. Possible venues: In small groups where cooperative learning exists or, In individual play fostering independent work skills or even, In home-based exercises that strengthens parent-learner tie-ups at home. Equipped with five sets –fraction circles’, fraction squares’ including symbolic representations’ – you carry several options: - Print two identical sets promoting straightforward recognition exercises; - Utilize differing versions at the same time for challenging alternatives. Enjoyable and educational outdoor activities can also be conducted with this spring unit fractions matching game activity , thus making learning a delightful and seasonal event!
Author Colleen's Cosmic Collection
Tags Fractions, Unit Fractions, Math Game, Matching Game, Spring
Daily Calendar Worksheets for Students
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Vocabulary, Holiday & Seasonal, Seasons, Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans, Task Cards, Worksheets & Printables
Daily Calendar Worksheets – Circle, Learn, Repeat! Start every school day with a dose of routine and a splash of fun using our Daily Calendar Worksheets for Students! These worksheets let students take charge of their mornings by circling the date, day of the week, and weather conditions—all while secretly sharpening their calendar skills. With all 12 months included, this resource covers your entire year and keeps kids engaged, rain or shine (or snow). Ways to Use Morning Routine: Begin each day with a quick and interactive calendar session. Weather Watch: Teach students to observe and record weather patterns (or at least giggle over the unpredictability). Substitute Teacher Hero: Easy for anyone to implement on those unpredictable days. Homework Fun: Send home for extra practice, so parents can marvel at their weather forecasters in training. Advantages Promotes Consistency: Helps establish a morning routine that students look forward to. Interactive Learning: Circling and coloring makes calendar work feel like play. Versatile Use: Perfect for classrooms, homeschools, or snow days. Skill Building: Improves date recognition, weather awareness, and fine motor skills. With Daily Calendar Worksheets, you’re not just filling out the date—you’re kickstarting curiosity and bringing structure to their day. It’s the ultimate calendar win-win!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
Tags Calendar, Daily Calendar, Dailky Calendar, Student Calendar, Days, Months, Weather, Date, Monthly Calendar, Yearly Calendar