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Strengthen your students' ability to understand and analyze texts with reading comprehension lesson plans. These resources offer strategies and questions that promote critical thinking. Incorporate them into your teaching to support students in becoming thoughtful and discerning readers.

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Writing Our Lives: A Memoir Unit

Writing Our Lives: A Memoir Unit
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Writing, Creative Writing, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans

Introduction Middle school and high school students are at the age where they are changing rapidly, entering new phases in their growing up. They are beginning to reflect on their past as they look toward the future. They are ripe for writing a memoir or a personal narrative. "Writing Our Lives: A Memoir Unit" is a 65-page standards-aligned unit that provides teachers with a four or five-week unit (depending on whether you use all the mentor texts) that includes daily lessons to help students delve deeply into memoir reading and writing. This unit is appropriate for all students in grades 6-12 who are ELD, ESL students, General Ed students, RSP students, and even GATE students. The unit includes the following --Detailed lesson plans that take students through the process of writing a memoir, including mining their memories for ideas, teaching points for teachers to make charts and conduct mini-lessons, writing prompts, writing practice, developing a whole memoir, revision, and publication. --Standards, Objectives, and Teaching Points --Seven mentor texts (with links to the texts online) which students will read twice, as readers and as writers, along with activities and questions. --Group, partner, and individual activities to learn the skills, techniques, and strategies of writing a memoir. --Built-in time for writing shorter and longer pieces --Revision strategies --Peer response and editing --Memoir Rubric Mentor Texts include: "Fish Cheeks," by Amy Tan; "Somebody's Fool," by Susan Bennett; "Beating a Bully," by Ibtisam Barakat; "The Pie," by Gary Soto; "How to be Black," by Baratunde Thurston; "Superman and Me," by Sherman Alexie; "Everything will be Okay," by James Howe. Mentor texts include guiding questions for students to discuss the stories as readers and as writers. Mini-Lessons include: Mining my Memories; Noticing the Craft of Writing; Characterization; Overcoming an Obstacle; Characterization with Dialogue; Stretching out your Story with Details and Action; Using Descriptive and Figurative Language; Flashbacks; First Times List; Foreshadowing; Lessons from Mentor Narratives; Elements of a Memoir; Writing an Effective Hook or Lead; Writing Prompts include: Embarrassment; Tricked, Lied, Mean Joke; Overcoming an Obstacle; Incorporating Dialogue; Listing all the Details; Making a Difficult Choice or Decision; Using Descriptive and Figurative Language; Flashbacks; First Time (Flashback); Quick Write on Confidence Level; Final Draft of a Complete Memoir

Author Intentional Teaching and Learning

Tags Writing, Memoir, Creative Writing, Mentor Texts, Rubric, Reading As A Reader, Reading As A Writer, Writing Practice, Teaching Points, Writing Lessons, Teaching Memoir, Memoir Prompts For High School, Elements Of A Memoir, Memoir Topics For High School, Memoir Ideas High School

Story Squares #1 for Grades 5-6: Multiple Learning Styles for Reading Comprehension

Story Squares #1 for Grades 5-6: Multiple Learning Styles for Reading Comprehension
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Grade 5, 6, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans

Story Squares #1 for Grades 5-6: Multiple Learning Styles for Reading Comprehension Story Squares #1 for Grades 5-6: Multiple Learning Styles for Reading Comprehension is a remarkable supplementary tool intended to invigorate your Language Arts and Reading Comprehension lessons. Crafted with Grade 5 and Grade 6 students in mind, this resource is aimed at fostering a deep-seated fondness of reading whilst cultivating various essential skills. A Multidisciplinary Approach The core essence of this product lies in its integration of numerous disciplines - Language Arts, Creative Arts, Writing, and Higher-Order Thinking. It furnishes an immersive platform enabling students to explore their responses to reading assignments using diverse skills. Versatility in Instructional Setting Seamlessly compatible not only with whole-group discussions but also perfect for small-group activities, Story Squares provides teachers the flexibility of assigning it as homework if desired. A Focus on Classics & Thought-Provoking Activities Focusing on six globally recognized children's books such as "The Watsons Go to Birmingham – 1963," "Loser," "On My Honor," "Philip Hall Likes Me. I Reckon Maybe," "The Egypt Game,” and “Everything on a Waffle", each book comes accompanied by its story summary along with twenty different activity options. This approach encourages students not only to read more but essentially enables them to delve deeper into the text by interrelating it with relevant tasks. A Comprehensive Toolkit This packet also comprises beneficial teacher hints that guide effectively how one can optimize its utilization either within classroom settings or in homeschooling setups. In addition to this, grading rubric specifications and a comprehensive glossary of terms are conveniently provided for added convenience. Respecting Educational Diversity Intended as a multiple-use PDF file type lesson plan instrument, this product caters to various learning styles while fostering student comprehension at different levels. It also ensures that educators' perspectives are not disregarded. In summary... Story Squares brings forth an innovative approach towards getting your students meaningfully engaged in reading. By embracing diversity within learning styles, we ensure nobody's left behind!

Author Classroom Complete Press

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Reading Comprehension: Sequencing

Reading Comprehension: Sequencing
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Common Core, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans

Reading Comprehension: Sequencing This educational resource is a specialized extract from the comprehensive lesson plan Reading Comprehension. Primarily designed for grades 5 through 8 in Language Arts programs, its main goal is to successfully develop a child's reading comprehension and fluency. Reading is undeniably one of the most critical communication skills in our society. Hence, this guide emphasizes several fundamental aspects of reading. It addresses crucial elements such as context clues utilization, ascertainment of passages or stories' main idea correctly and development of inference skills. The user-friendly layout of this teaching aid allows ease in understanding and seamlessly absorbing shared tips. It teaches students about these core components by defining key terms and providing numerous practice opportunities. Key Concepts in Reading The importance of utilizing context clues Ascertaining the correct primary subject matter from passages or stories Cultivating inference abilities for better understanding A noteworthy feature that sets Reading Comprehension: Sequencing apart from other resources is its alignment with two recognized guidelines - Common Core State Standards and Blooms Taxonomy, ensuring aptness for instructional techniques. This impeccably structured resource would prove highly beneficial for educators executing group sessions or overseeing individual study times at school or home - helping improve your students’ comprehension skills significantly. Possible Implementation Methods: Group work discussions focusing on sequencing elements within texts during class periods Distributing pages as homework assignments Finally, it’s worth mentioning that this guide comes as a PDF file making it conveniently accessible across various devices – integrating seamlessly into any teaching plan with broad objectives ranging from enhancing overall reading comprehension to understanding sequence in the larger context of language arts.

Author Classroom Complete Press

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Story Squares #2 for Grades 5-6: Multiple Learning Styles for Reading Comprehension

Story Squares #2 for Grades 5-6: Multiple Learning Styles for Reading Comprehension
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Grade 5, 6, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans

Story Squares #2 for Grades 5-6: Multiple Learning Styles for Reading Comprehension A dynamic teaching resource that bridges the gap between learning and fun in reading comprehension. Specifically designed for grades 5 and 6, this tool thinks outside the box, channeling students' multiple learning styles and tapping into their creativity. Understanding that not all children learn the same way, Story Squares goes beyond traditional comprehension approaches. It doesn't just help learners remember what they've read; it challenges them to connect deeply with the subject matter. Engages Language Arts skills Taps into Creative Arts abilities Harnesses Writing capabilities Incorporates Higher-Order Thinking processes. The integrated approach creates a robust learning experience centered around reading. Focused Classics: Makes comprehension tangible with its focus on five beloved children's classics: "Crash" "The Cay" "Walk Two Moons" "The Library Card" "Chasing Vermeer." For each of these timeless books, a story summary along with twenty activity options is provided to prompt student responses—inspiring diverse thinking avenues whilst elevating their grasp of literature. To further enhance educators' use of this resource in diverse settings , teacher hints are provided within the material. These helpful clues can guide educators to make each class engagement more effective and might serve as quick insights when grading student activities. Moreover, a grading rubric is included—an objectivity tool designed not just to assess but also feedback into improving students' comprehensive abilities over time. Glossary & Format: It also features a glossary of terms—a handy reference ensuring unfamiliar words become valuable additions to each student's vocabulary bank and promoting language expansion side by side improvement in comprehension skill level. With one product file presented in an easily accessible PDF format—Story Squares serves as an authentic course companion ideal for any Language arts module focused on comprehension. It paves a profound yet straightforward path towards the cultivation of well-rounded readers, enriched by an interactive learning process that leaves no stone unturned.

Author Classroom Complete Press

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Story Squares for Grades 4-6: Multiple Learning Styles for Reading Comprehension

Story Squares for Grades 4-6: Multiple Learning Styles for Reading Comprehension
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Grade 4, 5, 6, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans

Story Squares for Grades 4-6: Multiple Learning Styles for Reading Comprehension A sensational teaching resource that aims to grow passionate readers while simultaneously building an array of skills. This unique resource not only focuses on Language Arts and Writing , but also incorporates additional stimulus for Higher-Order Thinking and the Creative Arts. Key Features: Versatility: Designed aptly for whole group instruction, small group activities, paired tasks or individual assignments. Literary Focus: Covers three timeless children's classics viz., "Bud. Not Buddy," "The Borrowers," and "Esperanza Rising." Detailed story annotations alongside 20 diverse activities accompanied with each book ensure comprehensive coverage. Educator Support Tools Included: Educator hints providing valuable guidance through lessons. An easy-to-use grading rubric that facilitates fair evaluation/assessment procedures along with a glossary outlining key terms used in the content. . The package is furnished as a simple to use, ready-to-print PFD format spanning 16 pages, . Aimed at enhancing comprehension levels amongst Grade 4 - Grade 6 students, this tool brings mundane lesson plans to life ensuring pedagogical objectives are effectively met. In essence, , Story Squares provides teachers with more than just a resource - it’s an innovative addition to their instructional arsenal, embracing various learning methodologies leading towards holistic educational growth across multiple domains within students.

Author Classroom Complete Press

Tags Comprehension, Language Arts, Story Summary, Character Traits, Paragraph Writing

Building Comprehension - Grade 9

Building Comprehension - Grade 9
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Grade 9, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans

Building Comprehension - Grade 9 Building Comprehension - Grade 9 is an innovative teaching resource meticulously designed to enhance comprehension skills in Grade 9 students. This tool uses engaging stories from a wide range of interests that include several areas such as renowned personalities, sports events, mysteries, disasters, legends , and narratives from mythology , ensuring it captivates the students' attention and stimulates their curiosity. The reading comprehension tool serves education in an exciting way by employing a carefully curated controlled vocabulary. It guarantees the content fits intelligibly between not stirring much stress with strenuous language and not being too simplistic; keeping it challenging yet understandable with a readability level two grades below ninth grade. Distinguishing Element of the Resource: Follow-up Questions A standout feature of this resource is the follow-up questions posed after each reading exercise. These have been devised thoughtfully to reinforce key comprehension skills among ninth-grade learners. The pedagogic approach offers custom practice for elements like: Understanding context clues, Making predictions, Composing summaries. About The Content Type & Its Flexibility In Usage The content type predominantly involves lesson plans developed with effective instructive methods in focus. The resource comes in PDF format making it easy download or print fit for use within various teaching environments such as: School classrooms (whole group or small group study sessions) Homeschooling scenarios (individualized study plans). 'Building Comprehension – Grade 9' provides adaptability by serving different pedagogical requirements; educators can utilize it as regular teaching material in the classroom or assign it as supplementary homework depending on their comprehensive teaching strategies. To Summarize This detailed and well-thought product is a trusted aid aiming to build robust foundations of literacy among ninth-grade students while making the learning process an engaging experience.

Author Classroom Complete Press

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Functional Life Skills - Personal Hygiene

Functional Life Skills - Personal Hygiene
Special Resources, ELA, Special Education Needs (SEN), Life Skills, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Language Development, Vocabulary, Not Grade Specific, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans

Functional Life Skills - Personal Hygiene UNIT Teaching life skills to children with special educational needs helps to give them knowledge and skills to handle daily tasks, become more independent and know how to take action when an adult is not around to help. The teaching of life skills should be thought of as a crucial part of the curriculum for children with special needs as it prepares them for day to day challenges and helps the become more productive members of their communities. This Functional Life Skills - Personal Hygiene UNIT resource provides planning, teaching slides, vocabulary cards and data tracking sheets as well as a range of different activities perfect for use with a whole class, small group and some of them can be used as independent workstation activities. This Functional Life Skills - Personal Hygiene UNIT was designed for students with special needs, however, it can be used for students in elementary grades as well. It is after all, covering all the needed information for students to develop the skills to maintain their personal hygiene to the maximum! This Functional Life Skills - Personal Hygiene UNIT covers personal hygiene, and teaches children about the importance of keeping a clean body, teeth and hair. It also teaches about the importance of keeping your teeth healthy, brushing twice a day and visiting the dentist. Included in this Functional Life Skills - Personal Hygiene Unit are the following resources which can be used in sequence or as needed: · Ideas for planning · Teaching slides · Vocabulary cards · Data tracking sheets · Social story · Bingo game · Instruction cards with real photos · Labelling activities · Picture to picture matching · Word to picture matching · Differentiated scenario question and answer · Sequencing activities · Sorting activities Clipart images courtesy of Kari Bolt Cliprart For similar or other engaging resources, visit my store here!

Author SEN Resource Source

Tags Life Skills, Hygiene, SEN, Personal Hygiene, Reading Comprehension, Vocabulary

Reading Comprehension: Main Idea - FLASH-PC

Reading Comprehension: Main Idea - FLASH-PC
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans

Reading Comprehension: Main Idea - FLASH-PC Engage in a comprehensive learning journey with the Reading Comprehension: Main Idea - FLASH-PC , which excels in facilitating a deeper understanding of main ideas in literary texts. Designed for use by educators and homeschoolers from 5th to 8th grade, this teaching resource is ideal for language arts instruction focused on comprehension. This product offers curriculum-based content encompassing multi-layered reading passages. Each passage features associated 'Before you Read' and 'After you Read' questions to prompt thoughtful engagement with the material and foster critical thinking skills. Utilizing these queries can enhance student inference abilities, bolster reading comprehension capacity, and advance learners' knowledge on distinguishing main ideas. Beyond just reading passages The Reading Comprehension: Main Idea - FLASH-PC enhances its instructional potential with printables that supplement lesson plans to create an all-rounded learning experience. These offer ways for students to interact with their learned content outside of direct lessons, hence supporting autonomous or homework learning. Lending support too are vocabulary flashcards—these serve as ideal tools for students grappling with new words or phrases encountered within reading assignments. Their inclusion allows learners to expand their lexicon efficiently whilst recurring usage reinforces retention of new vocabularies learned. The product also includes graphic organizers which are especially helpful during group sessions—whether whole class or small groups—as they encourage students to visually categorize information gleaned from texts read. Last but not least, interactive activities come alongside other resources as part of this software package; injecting much-needed variety into lesson delivery styles thus keeping students motivated during comprehension exercises . In conclusion, as a PC software file type teaching resource structured specifically around Language Arts instruction underpinning comprehension sub-subjects; Reading Comprehension: Main Idea - FLASH-PC stands poised as an instrumental teaching aide driving more robust understanding among middle schoolers keen on perfecting their grasp over literary text main ideas.

Author Classroom Complete Press

Tags Software (PC)

Story Squares for Grade 3: Multiple Learning Styles for Reading Comprehension

Story Squares for Grade 3: Multiple Learning Styles for Reading Comprehension
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Grade 3, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans

Story Squares for Grade 3: Multiple Learning Styles for Reading Comprehension Story Squares serves as a multifaceted teaching tool , enhancing students' reading comprehension by incorporating various learning styles. This resource is beneficial to both public school teachers and homeschooling educators who aim to unlock the full potential of their teaching strategies. The Classics Brought Alive: Apart from timeless children's classics like "Freckle Juice," "Judy Moody was in a Mood. Not a Good Mood. A Bad Mood," "The Magic Finger," "Chocolate Fever," "The Van Gogh Cafe", and “Skylark,” Story Squares also opens up opportunities for language arts, higher-order thinking, writing, and creative arts . Diverse Activity Options: Every story comes with its summary. An option of 20 possible activities is available per story. These array of tasks range from analytical questions that probe big-picture thinking skills to creative assignments may involve art or storytelling. Versatile Application: The Story Squares can be incorporated into various classroom settings – wheatheher it is during whole group discussions, small work groups, homework assignment or even project work. Educator-Friendly Features for Easy Use: Included teacher hints help steer the process of implementation effectively; A grading rubric ensures clarity and fairness during evaluation; A comprehensive glossary provides easy access to vocabulary terms. > Made Specifically For Third-Graders Learning Language Arts Subject Area Story Squares is designed to cater the language arts subject area for third grade level learners, with a specific emphasis on enhancing comprehension skills. This allows Story Squares to adapt based on the needs of its learners while fostering an enduring love for reading.

Author Classroom Complete Press

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Growing Minds in Social Studies #2: Lessons for Stimulating Thinking

Growing Minds in Social Studies #2: Lessons for Stimulating Thinking
Social Studies, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Grade 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans

Growing Minds in Social Studies #2: Lessons for Stimulating Thinking This is a comprehensive teaching resource designed specifically for students in the 4th through 8th grades . Created with middle and intermediate school levels in mind, it deals with various social studies topics. The Main Objective: The beauty of this resource pack lies in its objective to foster critical thinking. The arranged activities aim at subject matters like analyzing phenomena such as hoarding and contemplating the parameters of success - all within the context of social studies. Unique Approach: What sets this package apart is its multifaceted approach towards active learning, providing different levels of student participation based on their ages and capabilities. A Tool for Educators: Equipped with comprehensive teacher guides accompanying every lesson Eases preparation while ensuring you are well-equipped to engage students effectively during lessons Total Content: In total, this PDF file comprises 15 print-ready pages filled with content aiming to ignite interest and stimulate thoughtful analysis among students. Possibilities of Utilization : During whole group instruction time Assign them as homework Small group discussions Crafted Comprehension Oriented Content: "); This resource exemplifies an interactive blend between discipline-oriented instructive materials and cognition- boosting activities seeking to inspire curiosity driven explorations amongst young learners. ")

Author Classroom Complete Press

Tags Growing Minds, Social Studies, Lessons, Thinking Skills, Teacher's Guide

Pine Trees: Evergreens: Mini Thematic Unit Plan

Pine Trees: Evergreens: Mini Thematic Unit Plan
ELA, Holiday & Seasonal, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Science, Life Sciences, Nature & Plants, Basic Science, Seasons, Winter, Preschool, Grade 1, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools

This is a wonderful resource to help children learn about Pine Trees: Evergreens while developing their ability to comprehend what they are reading. This pack contains so many resources to help you plan and deliver a fantastic lesson that will captivate your pupils! The Pine Trees: evergreens Minin Thematic Unit Plan Full lesson notes to help you plan a child-centred lesson about Pine Trees and creatures that eat the seeds - which will help you teach the 'plants' element of most Science curricula including touching on food chains and how animals obtain their food from plants. Information you need in an easy-to-read format that you can also use with able pupils 3 differentiated decodable reading passages in both colour and black and white formats and on a PowerPoint 3 differentiated reading comprehension activities 3 differentiated pages to allow pupils to use given vocabulary to write about pine trees. 1 page to draw a cone and describe it 1 page to colour a Crossbill - identified as a bird that relies on pine seeds for its food. Photos/pictures to use during the lesson and/or for display afterwards 1 twenty-slide PowerPoint Flashcards 1 fun art activity The lesson plan includes: Aims and objectives for the lesson Key vocabulary to be learned A list of resources required to teach the lesson to make your preparation easy! Pointers to assess children's understanding of the subject Step-by-step outline of the lesson The decodable passages come in three levels: The first level is for children who have a very basic grasp of phonics. This sheet requires knowledge of the sounds: o-e, i-e, ow, ee- ea and the sight words: have, are, do and the. It uses mostly one-syllable words. The second sheet requires knowledge of the sound ay and ur as well as of sight words: because, know and come. It still uses mainly one-syllable words. The third sheet contains yet more text with more words of two-syllables requiring knowledge of alternative spelling patterns for basic sounds, e.g. ea - weather. Who is the Decodable Reading Comprehension Passages + Lesson Plan: Pine Trees for? Teachers Home educators But not exclusively!! Format: 1 PDF 30 pages 1 MS PowerPoint 19 slides

Author Lilibette's Resources

Tags Decodable Reading Comprehension, Reading Comprehension, Science, Evergreens, Trees, Factual Information, Plants, Home-education., Winter, Seasons

The Mayflower Compact: Reading and Analyzing a Primary Source Document

The Mayflower Compact: Reading and Analyzing a Primary Source Document
ELA, Social Studies, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Language Development, Pre-Reading, Strategies, History, History: USA, Government, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans

The Mayflower Compact- Analyzing a Primary Source Document , is a 27 page standards aligned resource that provides your 6th-9th grade students with strategies for reading, understanding, and analyzing a challenging primary source document . Our students need help developing the skills to read complex materials, especially primary source historical documents. Students need practice on how to read a primary source document, and reading it once isn’t enough. Your students will participate in a close read of the primary source document four times: 1. for context and origins (source the document); 2. for meaning; 3. for the purpose (argument or thesis) of the document; and 4. read like a historian. Students will collaborate in deep discussions developing their critical thinking skills as they delve into their reading and analysis of the Mayflower Compact. Through this experience, they will find that their discussions become richer as they work through the questions provided for each of the 4 Reads. The follow up to the lesson, the multiple choice and short answer questions will offer students an opportunity to showcase what they learned. This lesson can take 2 50-minute periods to complete. However, if we want our students to feel confident enough to tackle primary source documents written in the past in unfamiliar English, we need to give them the tools to do so. Even so, I have provided an annotated version of the Mayflower Compact to help your English Language Learners, students on IEPs and 504 Plans, and struggling readers. The Mayflower Compact- Analyzing a Primary Source Document includes the following: History and Reading for History Standards, Objectives, and Learning Targets Essential Question: How do founding documents like the Mayflower Compact shape the principles and practices of governance in societies? 3 Guiding Questions: "What were the key motivations behind the drafting and signing of the Mayflower Compact?"; "How does the language and structure of the Mayflower Compact reflect the religious and political beliefs of the Pilgrims?"; and "What principles of governance are outlined in the Mayflower Compact, and how do they compare with other early democratic documents or principles?" Lesson 1: What are Primary and Secondary Sources Lesson Plan 2: Four Reads: Reading and Analyzing a Primary Source Document The Mayflower Compact in its original wording and in Plain English 4 Reads Questions and Answer Key Multiple choice and Short Answer Assessment and Answer Key

Author Intentional Teaching and Learning

Tags Mayflower Compact, 13 British Colonies, English Colonies, Primary Source Document, Reading Comprehension, Thinking Like A Historian, Reading For Purpose And Argument, U.S. History, Critical Thinking, Assessment

Reading Comprehension - Digital Lesson Plan Gr. 5-8 - FLASH-PC

Reading Comprehension - Digital Lesson Plan Gr. 5-8 - FLASH-PC
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans

Reading Comprehension - Digital Lesson Plan Gr. 5-8 - FLASH-PC An engaging teaching resource designed for grades 5 to 8, aimed at enhancing reading comprehension skills through a comprehensive digital lesson plan. The Core Features Include: An interactive learning platform over 80 screens providing lessons on: Determining primary idea Understanding inferences Effective use of context clues A practical guide on using graphic organizers to enhance students' comprehension abilities. Innovative features like Text-to-Speech, along with video & audio support improving auditory learning experiences. A variety of engaging activities such as memory match game, crossword puzzles and word searches. A Comprehension Quiz allowing educators to assess their student's progress effectively after interactions within the lesson plan thus promoting greater engagement and enriched learning outcomes. Additional Utility and Compatibility: This product ensures wide usability by aligning with State Standards reflecting principles of Bloom’s Taxonomy. This makes it relevant for different educational settings including both public school educators as well as homeschoolers. Tech-Specs: The software-based file format allows easy installation across multiple PCs making it suitable for various modes of teaching sessions like whole-group instructions involving projector screens or solo tutoring scenarios in classroom computer stations. It encourages continuity during reinforcement exercises at home via guided homework sessions too!

Author Classroom Complete Press

Tags Software (PC)

Story Squares #3 for Grades 5-6: Multiple Learning Styles for Reading Comprehension

Story Squares #3 for Grades 5-6: Multiple Learning Styles for Reading Comprehension
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Grade 5, 6, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans

Introduction Story Squares #3 for Grades 5-6: Multiple Learning Styles for Reading Comprehension is a dynamic teaching resource designed to heighten the effectiveness of reading comprehension lessons. Main Objective Crafted diligently with an aim to instill a passion for reading in students, this tool cultivates essential skills including Language Arts, Writing, Higher-Order Thinking, and Creative Arts. Versatility and Flexibility of Use The material's flexibility allows its use in various settings such as whole group activities, small group study sessions or individual homework assignments . Its content offers students the chance to respond to reading tasks using a broad range of their developed skills. Incorporated Literature Works: "Lizzie Bright and the Buckminster Boy" "Out of the Dust" "Fever 1793" Around each novel revolves a concise story summary supported by an assortment of twenty activity choices that lean on both cognitive and creative abilities. Educators' Benefits & Grading Rubric Included . This all-inclusive tool shuns monotonous learning methods by introducing innovative strategies that promote avid reading habits among pupils. It features a grading rubric facilitating objective task evaluation alongside academic growth tracking. Glossary Scheme & Packet Format: A glossary containing essential terms provides further reinforcement towards comprehension enhancement. The Story Squares #3 packet comes as one easy-to-use PDF making it ready-for-print on sixteen pages. Conclusion: Primarily intended for fifth and sixth graders submerged into Language Arts —with focus on comprehension—this versatile teaching resource manifests itself as an invaluable addition to modernized educational plans accentuating advanced yet simplified pedagogy principles. The adaptable nature along with its multi-layered benefits render Story Squares #3 an optimal selection fulfilling greater operationality while motivating students towards enjoyable literature exploration.

Author Classroom Complete Press

Tags Reading Comprehension, Complete Sentences, Compare And Contrast, Brochure, Proper Nouns

Reading Comprehension: Sequencing - FLASH-PC

Reading Comprehension: Sequencing - FLASH-PC
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans

Reading Comprehension: Sequencing - FLASH-PC The Reading Comprehension: Sequencing - FLASH-PC is an educational tool delicately constructed to boost the comprehension skills of students in Grades 5 through 8 focusing on language arts . Rooted in its core functionality, it enhances the ability of learners to arrange facts accurately within reading contexts. While maintaining its compactness, this resource robustly centers on delivering curriculum-related content through inclusive elements such as: Reading passages Strategically positioned comprehension queries conducted both 'before' and 'after' reading sessions that inspire prediction strategies and checks reflection understanding respectively. These techniques uniquely engage student involvement. Diversified Learning Experience & Classroom Interaction To further diversify the learning experience, printable materials intended for direct inclusion into lesson plans or as additional homework assignments are available. This setup offers teachers a simple way to guide without needing to create worksheets. In addition, vocabulary flashcards incorporated aim at solidifying key terminology studied in context. Also present are graphic organizers that visually arrange data for students who absorb better through such methods ensuring learners of all styles can benefit from this resource. A layer of digital interactivity has been woven into this educational tool via PC software integrated activities encouraging dynamic responses boosting learner's interest in allocated tasks be it within classrooms or remote learning scenarios. Fulfills Varied Teaching Techniques & Caters Individual Needs This resource exhibits significant flexibility catering to different teaching techniques be it for comprehensive classes or smaller group breakout sessions while simultaneously delivering tailored material suiting individual scholar needs. A Beneficial Educational Tool at Your Disposal In conclusion, Reading Comprehension: Sequencing - FLASH-PC stands as a vital asset effectively driving results when teaching fact sequencing under comprehension lessons while aiding in the progressive academic journey of every learner.

Author Classroom Complete Press

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Edith Cavell Biography and Comprehension Questions

Edith Cavell Biography and Comprehension Questions
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans

Edith Cavell Biography and Comprehension Questions: An Educational Resource Edith Cavell , a nurse who lived between 1865-1915, risked her life to help Allied soldiers escape German rule in Belgium. This product enables students to explore this inspirational story while honing their comprehension skills. What's Included? A detailed biography of Edith Cavell across 21 pages. Comprehension questions that encourage students to identify key details and explain vocabulary from the text. Inference activities asking learners to predict answers using evidence within the context - a crucial skill for language arts and many study areas. An answer section makes it easy for educators— whether they're teaching a whole class or individual instruction at home—to validate student understanding. It's also perfect as a Women's History resource or for International Women’s Day celebrations! Suitable For Grades 3 through 7 This resource is useful in Language Arts curriculum. Use it as lecture material for group instruction, supplemental activity in small groups, or as homework reinforcing historical facts along with reading comprehension. "Remember that behind each fact your scholar discovers exists an opportunity not only to learn but also garner wisdom from those who came before us." All content can be accessed using any standard PDF reader, So why wait? Bring history alive through learning experiences that engage student curiosities and enhance their comprehension skills!

Author Guinea Pig Education

Tags Edith Cavell, Biography, Comprehension Questions, Women's History, Inspiration

Comprehension Grades 1-2

Comprehension Grades 1-2
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Grade 1, 2, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans

Comprehension Grades 1-2: A Distinctive Teaching Resource Comprehension Grades 1-2 is a remarkable teaching resource skilfully created to boost the comprehension skills of learners in grade 1 and grade 2. Designed especially for Language Arts, this workbook acts as a skillful guide for teachers striving to instill a deep understanding of written text in their students. Making Sense of Reading Educators understand that reading surpasses mere word recognition. Thus, Comprehension Grades 1-2 delves into making sense of what is read - a critical step towards academic success. This invaluable tool emphasises on cultivating important comprehension skills like: Follwoing directions, Categorising, Sequencing, Main idea identification, Apllication in context, and Finding information. Tailored Learning Journey Per Student & Setting The workbook is crafted with several activities meticulously arranged within its enriching content that guarantees each student's learning journey is exclusively tailored according to their pace and style . The activities are designed for unsupervised individual practice either at home or within classroom settings. The flexible format lets teachers incorporate it effortlessly into varied instructional settings like group or small team sessions. Beyond Classroom Learning & an Efficient Layout In addition to being used within classrooms, each activity can integrate seamlessly into home-learning reinforcement exercises thereby fostering parent-child engagement - equally beneficial for homeschoolers seeking organized practices for developing comprehension skills. The Comprehension Grades 1-2 workbook contains a set of professionally compiled lesson plans spread across 51 ready-to-print pages housed within one handy PDF file. Plus, answer keys are included for convenience and ease of reference during evaluations or review sessions. Conclusion In conclusion, Comprehension Grades 1-2 supplies teachers with easy-to-use content that simplifies teaching comprehensive Language Arts concepts while actively engaging students in their learning journey. The goal is to equip children not just to decode words but truly read by deeply understanding them.

Author Classroom Complete Press

Tags Comprehension, Categorizing, Main Idea, Context Clues, Sequencing

Alabama State Unit Study (Capital, Bird, Flower, Flag, Animal)

Alabama State Unit Study (Capital, Bird, Flower, Flag, Animal)
Social Studies, ELA, History, History: USA, Geography, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Grammar, Language Development, Spelling, Writing, Grade 2, 3, 4, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools

Alabama State Unit Study: Engaging 5-Day Curriculum The Alabama State Unit Study is a comprehensive educational resource meticulously designed for elementary school teachers and homeschoolers. It offers an exposure to the rich cultural and historical significance of Alabama through its state's key symbols: the capital, bird, flower, flag, and animal. Product Features: Cross-curricular activities : Catering to visual and auditory learners through curated videos; interactive reading passages for young readers; research report pages for writing enthusiasts. Interactive notebook pieces: : Provides physical engagement opportunities with state symbol cards (both in color or black & white). Diverse suite of resources: : Can be seamlessly integrated into an existing states unit study and also works great as an independent study tool accentuating student-led learning experiences. It may also be used in art session involving drawing and coloring tasks. Extensive Coverage: In addition to providing information about Alabama’s Capital Montgomery or state symbols such as the Yellowhammer (state bird), Camellia (state flower), Black Bear (state animal), integrated literacy aspects cover grammar comprehension conducted at appropriate reading level suiting Grades 2 through 4 pupils. Versatile Use Cases: The resource can be deployed in different scenarios - whole group sessions promoting teamwork or smaller group lessons cultivating deep understanding on U.S geography/history. For parents opting for homeschooling due to societal shifts, this resource can serve as a reliable guide nurturing juvenile minds at home. "No Prep" Equals "More Freedom"! In conclusion - because every teacher loves functionality paired with flexibility - this "no prep" resource allows you more freedom! Enjoy unwinding with creative coloring pages and other activities while also helping your students become zealous Alabama experts! This Alabama State Unit Study offers a fun-filled, engaging approach to advancing academic learning.

Author Heather Huhman

Tags Alabama, State Symbols, Cross-curricular Activities, Educational Resource, Homeschooling

Reading Logs, Goal-Setting, and Reflection for Middle School Readers

Reading Logs, Goal-Setting, and Reflection for Middle School Readers
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Grade 6, 7, 8, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans

This 47-page editable resource, Reading Logs, Goal-Setting, and Reflection for Middle School Readers is a how-to lesson to help teachers center the importance of reading (and independent reading) in their 6th, 7th, and 8th grade Language Arts classrooms by having students be accountable for their reading. Students establish goals for their reading : the number of pages, minutes, and books they would like to read over the course of a grading period (quarter, trimester, or semester). They initially reflect on their feelings about reading , then establish goals for the first marking period. (The resource offers a step-by-step instruction for teachers to help students set reasonable and realistic goals for how much they want to read.) Each grading period, they review their goals to see if they achieved, surpassed, or fell short of achieving them . They reflect on their successes and challenges, and then. establish new goals. This resource offers teachers the following: a hyperlinked Table of Contents About this Resource- a handy guide with everything you need for this resource in one place a detailed lesson plan that includes how students can determine their reading goals Essential and Guiding Questions Standards, Objectives, and Learning Targets a sample Reading Requirements handout for a typical classroom which is easily editable to fit your needs a self-reflection as readers, before they establish goals the first time Reading Goals for each marking period (Quarters and Trimesters are included) which contain self-reflections for students to complete in which they celebrate their successes, identify their challenges, offer solutions for these challenges, and set new goals for the next grading period. Reading Log Template for Quarters or Trimesters for students to complete Reflections for each marking period End-of-Year Reflection with guiding questions for them to think about their goals, their successes, their challenges, what they learned about themselves as readers, favorite books or authors, etc. 6 Sample Student End-of-Year Reflections Most students don't read enough and many of our students read below grade level. As English teachers, we struggle with providing our students enough in-class time for reading, whether it's through SSR (Sustained Silent Reading) or DEAR (Drop Everything and Read) or some other carved out time for reading. Many teachers will tell you that they have tried reading logs, and students often cheat on them or don't turn them in. My experience has been different. By building in student accountability by having them establish reading goals, in addition to giving them 10-15 minutes of silent reading in class twice a week (or however much time you have dedicated to it), and by checking in with them regularly on their reading practice, students turn in their reading logs. Of course there has to be follow-through on the teacher's part by contacting parents, discussing with students how to choose the just-right book, making sure books are available, talking about reading, doing book talks, or having them do book talks, etc. You might be interested in the following resources that pair nicely with Reading Logs, Goal Setting, and Reflection for Middle School Readers. Part 1: What We Do When We Read: Teach or Review Reading Strategies for Middle School, When we read, our brain is engaging in subconscious activities related to what we are reading. In this lesson, students complete a reading survey, write a personal reading history, and through the poem, "The Voice You Hear When You Read Silently," by Thomas Lux, identify reading strategies we use subconsciously. Part 2: Reading Logs and Goal Setting for Middle School Readers , in this how-to lesson, teachers introduce what they expect from their students in terms of their accountability for their reading. Students have handouts to help them establish goals for their reading for each grading period: how many books they want to finish and how many pages they want to read, and a self-reflection on their accomplishments. Part 4: Summary Writing for Short Stories in your Middle School Classroom : A step-by-step lesson to teach students write a summary of a short story by completing a graphic organizer. Includes links to several stories. Also includes an optional group summary project In addition, using Chris Van Allsburg picture books. Part 5: Metacognitive Logs: Reading Response (Strategies to Teach) : Provides teachers with detailed lessons to teach students how to respond to literature by analyzing and interpreting their thoughts while reading. This process trains students to focus on their reading. There are many student examples and opportunities for interactive activities. I also offer a number of book reports that help students stay accountable to their reading. Character Analysis Essay, Gift for a Character Book Report, and Oral Presentation Book into Movie Project: Comparing and Contrasting Poetry Book Report Mini-Reviews Book Report Mystery, Thriller, Horror, and Suspense Book Report Book Jacket Book Report Historical Fiction Book Report Historical Fiction Literature Circle Project

Author Intentional Teaching and Learning

Tags Independent Reading, Middle School Reading, Reading Logs, Goal-setting, Self-reflection, Accountability, Reading Goals, Student Accountability, Middle School Readers

The Underground Railroad : Mini Unit

The Underground Railroad : Mini Unit
Social Studies, ELA, History, History: USA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools

The Underground Railroad: Mini Unit An all-inclusive toolkit for educators to favorably guide their students through the intricate history of abolitionism and the operation of the Underground Railroad during the 17th and 19th centuries. Designed specifically for grades 8-12, this resource finds apt use in social studies, language arts classes or any learning environment discussing American history. About The Mini Unit The mini unit comprises three essential components: Evolution of The Abolitionist Movement: This introduces learners to how slavery proliferated due to industry expansion and sheds light on key figures like David Walker and William Lloyd Garrison. A Case Study of Canterbury School, Connecticut: Spotlighting hostility that African-Americans — including school-going children — faced in northern states. It provides a case study approach enabling students grasp social situations present when anti-slavery groups were active. 'The Underground Railroad': This section's focus is on how this mechanism was organized, different escape routes open for individuals plus discusses discrimination that awaited those who managed escaping to northern states or Canada. Detailed Biographies Prominent names as John Brown & Harriet Tubman along with lesser-known but nevertheless remarkable personalities such as Thomas Garrett & Samuel Burris are covered here enriching student learning experience via increased empathy understanding. Ancillary Materials: Rounding off with exhaustive supplementary materials — question sheets facilitating comprehension; instructions guiding preparation & delivery towards gripping PowerPoint presentations; narratives retelling famous escape stories - making sure every aspect related to The Underground Railroad era gets addressed while teaching. In summation, "The Underground Railroad: Mini Unit" comes with a vast array of resources threaded into a cohesive educational product adaptable for both solo or group situations. It's perfect to be consumedin classrooms through projector-supported PowerPoint presentations or serve as home-based enrichment devices — painting historical events in broader and deeper shades. The resource being available on commonly found file-types is equipped to take students on a journey through American history periods that had monumental impact; the ripple effects of which are still visible today!

Author Mr Gray History

Tags Abolitionism, Underground Railroad, Abolitionist Movement, Slavery, Canterbury School

Story Squares for Grade 5: Multiple Learning Styles for Reading Comprehension

Story Squares for Grade 5: Multiple Learning Styles for Reading Comprehension
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Grade 5, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans

Story Squares for Grade 5: Multiple Learning Styles for Reading Comprehension An effective educational resource designed to strengthen reading comprehension skills for Grade 5 students. This teaching tool utilizes the blend of Language Arts, Writing, Higher-Order Thinking, and Creative Arts exercises meant to offer a comprehensive learning experience. About the Resource: The resource is centred around three beloved children's books - 'Strider', 'Frindle', and 'Tuck Everlasting'. By incorporating these timeless tales into its framework, Story Squares fosters an affinity for reading among learners. Each book in the series comes with a precise summary and twenty engaging activities tied directly to the story's narrative. Versatility: Suitable for various classroom settings; whole class instruction or small group collaboration. Creativity encouragement: Because it cultivates independent thought processing and creativity among peers or during isolated study time. In addition to fostering student engagement, this resource also offers several useful tools dedicated exclusively towards teacher convenience which includes handy teaching hints that can facilitate smoother lesson execution. A grading rubric incorporated in the package adds uniformity in evaluating students' work while ensuring fairness across all performance levels. A glossary of terms provides easy reference points when tackling higher-order concepts inherent within the activities. Packaged as a convenient PDF file consisting of meticulously prepared printable pages ensures that educators can access this potent instructional asset readily whenever needed. In conclusion, This truly versatile tool is perfect if you're looking at providing your grade five students an enriching literature-based learning involving critical thinking, creative expression and multi-disciplinary skill set enhancement through well-loved stories. Story Squares is indeed a reliable companion for fostering reading comprehension in diverse learning environments.

Author Classroom Complete Press

Tags Poems, Comprehension, Dictionary, Plural Nouns, Frindle, Reading Squares

Reading Comprehension Gr. 5-8

Reading Comprehension Gr. 5-8
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans

Reading Comprehension Gr. 5-8 Reading Comprehension Gr. 5-8 is a comprehensive teaching resource aimed at refining and enhancing the fundamental reading skills of grade 5 to grade 8 students. Its focus rests primarily on comprehension, the building block for fluent reading abilities, which holds significant importance in a student's academic path and overall life success. Fundamental Skills: The resource aims to establish an understanding of identifying the key idea of a text - the starting point of this educational journey. Learners are guided to delve into finer details in narratives that clearly relate to these central concepts. A segment dedicated to developing probing questions encourages students’ critical thinking before they make definitive statements about a text. The importance of assimilating pertinent facts and utilizing prior knowledge for insightful interpretations is highlighted. Critical Understanding & Connections: A special part illustrates how textual cues and personal experiences assist readers in understanding what an author intends through their words. Recognizing differences between factual data and opinions is another essential lesson included; leading to more nuanced comprehension abilities, inducing critical thinking norms among young scholars, and offering clarity when distinguishing between definitive data presented explicitly in texts versus analytically derived insights softened with subjectivity. Familiarize with Transition Words & Sequencing: The last part focuses on learning about transition words placed within narratives—a vital step towards advanced reading proficiency—all broken down into understandable chunks suitable for full-class lessons, group discussions or individual assignments instilling independent thinking competencies. In line with State Standards: Incorporating state standards that conform Bloom's Taxonomy framework, the product includes reproducible writing assignments, crosswords and comprehension quizzes—all accompanied by an answer key. These resources are available in a downloadable PDF format for ease of distribution and use. Conclusion: Reading Comprehension Gr. 5-8 , a versatile and valuable tool targeting language arts classes within the realm of comprehension, holds the potential to foster students' development into insightful readers thereby ensuring their long-term academic success.

Author Classroom Complete Press

Tags PDF

2024 Summer Olympics (Paris, France)

2024 Summer Olympics (Paris, France)
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Math, Graphing, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans

Learn about the 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris, France! Cross curricular plans bring together reading, math, social studies, technology production, and product presentation (speaking and listening) all centered around the 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris! Reading activities focus on: compare/contrast - modern Olympics with the Ancient Olympics research focus on various parts of the Olympics themselves research focus on the Olympic history, modern athletes, and modern events Social studies activities focus on: location and geography of Paris history of the Olympic Games Math activitie s focus on: collecting data graphing and presenting data statistics Rubrics are left open for teachers to adjust for optimum use in their classroom. Activities and assignments are written with a technology focus, but can be altered to a hands on format (and vice versa). Possibilities are included for "bringing the Olympic Games into your classroom." Reading Challenges Math Challenges Behavior Challenges Work Habit Challenges The goal is to create team building opportunities that can bring your classroom community together at the beginning of the school year, and prepare for a great year ahead. Can easily be uploaded into an LMS for digital delivery to students or submission for them to return to educator. Grades : 3rd - 6th Tags: reading, writing, social studies, math, technology, gifted and talented/high ability, research, thematic units, team building Format: PDF Pages: 25

Author Kel's Klass

Tags Gifted And Talented, High Ability , Cross Curricular, Reading, Writing, Math, Social Studies, Digital Options, Research, Thematic Units

Story Squares for Grades 3-4: Multiple Learning Styles for Reading Comprehension

Story Squares for Grades 3-4: Multiple Learning Styles for Reading Comprehension
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Grade 3, 4, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans

Story Squares for Grades 3-4: Multiple Learning Styles for Reading Comprehension Story Squares for Grades 3-4: Multiple Learning Styles for Reading Comprehension is a captivating teaching resource that metamorphoses reading comprehension into an interactive and exciting journey. This unique tool beautifully integrates Language Arts, Writing, Higher-Order Thinking, and Creative Arts methods. Exclusively crafted keeping third and fourth-grade students in mind who ready to explore deeper levels of reading and critical thinking; this product cultivates a bridge between text analysis and innovative responses. Its goal being to help students comprehend concepts effortlessly while still maintaining their curiosities. Complete with content specifically centered around six famous children's novels "Class President," "Charlotte’s Web," "How to Eat Fried Worms," “The Hundred Dress,” “Bunnicula,” and "The Whipping Boy.” This product accompanies each story with 20 activity alternatives that stimulate multiple learning styles. This resource goes beyond simply supplying lesson plans—it includes essential teacher hints aiding educators to enhance their approach during lessons based on best practices. An easy-to-comprehend rubric is provided – allowing teachers individually measure student work based on objective grading standards while promoting learner progression. Incorporated within the package you also find a glossary of terms - removing language arts instruction barriers by simplifying vocabulary-related doubts. Story Squares™ excels at adaptability— it can fit effortlessly into either large group formats or small focused groups urging collaborative learning efforts or one-on-one focuses respectively. It affirms itself when designated as homework—supplying chances for ongoing parental involvement in monitoring their child's educational progression. The resource file comes in a PDF format, ensuring effortless download on any device. In conclusion, Story Squares introduces innovation into your classrooms by implementing a novel yet highly-effective approach towards developing reading comprehension skills amongst learners.

Author Classroom Complete Press

Tags PDF