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Ghosts: Reading Comprehension (Novel Study) Gr. 3-7

Ghosts: Reading Comprehension (Novel Study) Gr. 3-7
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Grade 3, 4, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies

Ghosts: Reading Comprehension (Novel Study) Gr. 3-7 An all-encompassing teaching resource designed to boost language arts skills in students from grades 3 through 7, while sparking their interest with captivating ghost stories. This resource could also be a valuable tool for homeschoolers seeking comprehensive and entertaining lessons. Featured Stories: Alison's Ghosts: Follows a young girl's chilling encounters during her quest to find pieces of a pipe. The Mystery of Kickingbird Lake: Features two spectral siblings and their equally ghostly dog making eerie appearances around their former home. The Barking Ghost: The protagonist faces hauntings by phantom dogs leading him into unexpected circumstances. Ghost Voyages:A tale about academic improvement following metaphysical maritime adventures for another young hero. The Ghost Witch: A story chronicling the experiences of a girl cohabitating with an otherworldly witch after relocating houses. This varied compilation is accompanied by numerous activities allowing thorough exploration into each narrative, fostering comprehension aptitude among students. It can be used for whole group instruction, small group discussions, independent reading opportunities and compelling homework assignments. Included Components: Captivating summaries Thought-provoking chapter questions In-depth answer sections for each query facilitating thorough lesson planning adapted to different learning levels ranging from grade three through seven. All materials within this plugin-and-play instruction tool come in a universally accessible PDF format. No specific software installs required beyond generic PDF readers. Through Ghosts: Reading Comprehension (Novel Study) Gr. 3-7, educators can effectively intertwine elements of the supernatural with concrete comprehension learning outcomes—making language arts as exciting as it is fundamental.

Author Classroom Complete Press

Tags PDF

Bunnicula (Novel Study) Gr. 4-7

Bunnicula (Novel Study) Gr. 4-7
ELA, Literature, Grade 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies

Bunnicula Novel Study: An Effective Teaching Tool (Grades 4-7) This teaching resource helps educators effectively teach the whimsical story of Bunnicula. The tale is narrated by a dog living in a quirky household with an eccentric cat, and their lives take a turn when they suspect their new rabbit roommate has vampire connections. Integrated Approach to Language Learning This novel study incorporates various aspects of language arts including comprehension, vocabulary development, spelling and grammar. There's no need for teachers to instruct these facets separately as this comprehensive tool weaves them into one solid educational package. Enhancing Writing Skills In addition to developing language skills, this engaging Novels Study aids the improvement of students' writing abilities. It presents chapter questions which not only boost understanding but also offer opportunities for thoughtful discourse. Educational Resource Specifics: Type: Book Companion suitable under Literature subsubject within Language Arts subject area. Use: Ideal for both full classroom or small group instruction; workable as guided homework or enrichment activities. Nature:PDF Format - Utilizable on different electronic platforms such as laptops or interactive digital whiteboards. The teacher’s section provides useful tips on lesson delivery while maximising the use of this material. Student sections incorporate enjoyable activities like crosswords and word searches that enhance learning and reinforce knowledge uptake—complemented by answer keys for swift validation. In Summary, whether you're coordinating discussion circles in class or guiding homeschooling sessions, Bunnicula Novel Study Grades 4-7 captures the requirements for dynamic literature studies with this comprehensive, versatile and age-tailored package.

Author Classroom Complete Press

Tags PDF

SEL Boom Deck-Bossy or Assertive With Audio

SEL Boom Deck-Bossy or Assertive With Audio
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Social Skills, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies

SEL Boom Deck-Bossy or Assertive With Audio An educational tool designed for students from kindergarten to grade 3. This resource focuses on teaching students crucial social emotional skills, specifically the difference between being assertive and being bossy. The material is presented in a series of 24 task cards with audio, accounting for varying student reading levels. Learning Scenarios: Children explore realistic scenarios that define what it means to be bossy versus taking an assertive stance. This deck can be paired with illustrative books such as: "The Bossy Dragon" by Steve Herman "Bossy Flossie" by Paulette Bogan Package Implementation: The package provides various options - it can be given as a whole-group lesson or divided among small groups allowing paced self-learning. Even suited for individual homework assignments fitting conventional classrooms and homeschool situations. Educational Benefit: Tasks embedded within benefit children by helping them navigate complex social emotions and promote higher-order thinking skills through character response analysis. Social Emotional Learning (SEL) & Special Education Needs (SEN): This product supports these objectives offering holistic teaching strategies enhancing overall social skills among young learners. Tech Accessibility: Works across modern browsers like Chrome, Safari, Firefox or Edge whilst compatible with Android systems, iPads iPhones and Kindle Fires; this deck is best operated online ensuring real-time feedback. Note: If assigning lessons online, reporting student progress requires obtaining a premium account, free trial available for new users. To access more such decks visit the Teach Simple store online .

Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor

Tags SEL, Social Emotional Learning, Bossy, Assertive, Audio

Novel Study: No-Prep Vocabulary, Writing, and Collage for ANY Novel

Novel Study: No-Prep Vocabulary, Writing, and Collage for ANY Novel
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Language Development, Vocabulary, Writing, Grade 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies

Novel Study: No-Prep Vocabulary, Writing, and Collage for ANY Novel! No time to prepare a novel study unit for a specific novel? Do you have students reading a variety of novels? Are you getting ready for literature circles? Well this is the 8-page ready-to-go package for you! It works with any novel in the middle grades (4-8). It includes three different activities for your students to complete over several weeks as they read their books. 1) Vocabulary: Students are tasked with collecting 20 new to them vocabulary words as they read their novel. For each one, they write a definition and use the word in a sentence to show its meaning. They can illustrate the words too! 2) Comprehension: Students are given 6 written comprehension prompts and they must pick and complete 4 of them. Stop reading when you are a third or halfway through the novel. Write a paragraph making predictions about what you think will happen next. Explain your ideas and support them with evidence (proof) from the text. Choose an exciting scene from the novel and write a descriptive paragraph about it. Be sure to include adjectives, adverbs, similes/metaphors, and specific verbs. Choose two characters from the novel. Write a paragraph to compare and contrast them. Remember this means including similarities AND differences. Write a diary entry as one of the main characters. Describe how the character is feeling based on the events in the novel. Try to imagine how the character would actually sound when he or she is writing. When you are done the novel, write a book review. Let people know if you liked the novel or not. What kind of reader would you recommend this book to? Choose one quote from the novel. Remember this does not have to be a character speaking, it can be any short passage that stands out to you. Explain why you chose that quote and share any connections, opinions and reactions you have. 3) Collage: Students can reflect and respond to the novel in a visual way by creating a collage. They cut out or draw important images and symbols from the novel and write about their visual presentation. Simply print a booklet for each student, and get reading!

Author Grace Under Pressure

Tags Novel Study, Literature Circles, Independent Novel Study, Vocabulary, Written Reflection, Paragraph Writing, Literature, Literature Response, Writing

Hamlet - Literature Kit Gr. 9-12

Hamlet - Literature Kit Gr. 9-12
ELA, Literature, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables

Hamlet - Literature Kit Gr. 9-12 Our comprehensive Literature kit provides an immersive approach to studying Shakespeare's classic play 'Hamlet'. Designed specifically for Grades 9-12, this resource delivers a structured approach to understanding the complexities of the play, making it enjoyable even for struggling readers. The Kit includes features such as: Demystifying key vocabulary words associated with Shakespearean language. A range of interactive activities including true-or-false questions around Hamlet's conversation with his father’s ghost. Critical thinking exercises directing students towards interpreting Polonius's reactions thus promoting higher-order thinking skills. A highlight among these tasks is a creative assignment that asks students to compose their own interpretation of Hamlet's famous "To Be or Not To Be" soliloquy. Furthermore, students can also track Hamlet's emotional journey throughout the play and delve into his descent into madness. This kit is guided by State Standards ensuring its alignment with educational requirements while the incorporation of Bloom’s Taxonomy aids in effectively structuring learning objectives. To introduce some fun elements into learning, we've included a crossword and word search! Practical Tools Included: A comprehension quiz to help measure student progress% An answer key makes marking straightforward About The Novel: 'Hamlet' is one of Shakespeare’s most seminal works exploring timeless themes such as familial love, stages grief, betrayal and revenge culminating in a tragic ending; enriching comprehension studies for grades 9-12. The narrative centers on young prince who seeks revenge when his father reveals his unjust murder at hands of brother Claudius Type: Language Arts Focus: Literature Grade Level: 9-12 Note: This Kit contains 1 Product File .

Author Classroom Complete Press

Tags Hamlet, Literature, Reading Comprehension, Writing Tasks, Book Companion

One Hundred Years of Solitude Characterization Flip book

One Hundred Years of Solitude Characterization Flip book
ELA, Literature, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies

A characterization book for the novel One Hundred Years of Solitude. Great for differentiation while reading the novel!

Author Educate and Create

Tags One Hundred Years Of Solitude, Novel Study, Character Analysis, Characterization

Fiction Book Club (66 Chapter-by-Chapter Questions for Any Book)

Fiction Book Club (66 Chapter-by-Chapter Questions for Any Book)
ELA, Reading, Grade 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies

Fiction Book Club: 66 Chapter-by-Chapter Questions for Any Book An exhaustive resource tailored to uplift the reading experience in classrooms or homeschooling setups, the Fiction Book Club has been crafted with precision for students in third, fourth, and fifth grades. Its objective is to enrich their comprehension of Language Arts while polishing essential reading skills. A LOW PREP teaching aid appreciates educators' precious time by offering a collection of 66 inventive chapter questions adaptable to any fiction book. This adaptability empowers teachers or homeschooling parents to apply these questions with practically any literature piece within their syllabus. Detailed Chapter-wise Analysis The unique aspect of this package is its capability to breakdown content on a chapter by chapter basis. This prompts focused dialogues and encourages students to develop finer insights into complex plot corners found within individual chapters or groups thereof. Facilitates intellectual discussions and fuels critical thinking amongst learners through literature circles or independent study groups. Covers key areas such as summary writing, plot structure analysis, setting description characters analysis; Cause/effect relationships; Conflict resolution methodologies; Compare/contrast activities accompanied by making connections and predictions - all integral elements in acing Language Arts. Educational Kit Inclusion: Diverse Question Presentation Formats This product includes teacher instructions featuring these thought-provoking 66 questions in varied formats such as cards strips and list formats that adjust effortlessly according to educational requirements accommodating both whole group learning sessions as well as smaller student groups. Can also be utilized effectively for homework assignment extending its applicability quotient hugely. Here comes an exciting part where interactive notebook pieces get converted into fun activities providing hands-on involvement and transforming static text-based exercises into holistic learning scenarios. Enjoy the convenience of an instant-access PDF file type—a ready to integrate resource directly into classroom instruction, forging future experts in fiction prose who step beyond traditional academic confines to touch realms of literary proficiency.

Author Heather Huhman

Tags Reading Comprehension, Chapter Questions, Critical Thinking, Literature Analysis, Language Arts

The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane Novel Study Unit

The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane Novel Study Unit
ELA, Literature, Grade 3, 4, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables

This The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane Novel Study Unit is packed with over 200 pages of engaging resources for students. Included: - Chapter comprehension worksheets - Mystery match vocabulary words - Exit quizzes - Group work - Summative assessment & so much more. All you have to do is print and go! Answer keys included.

Author TrilogyTeacher

Tags Edward Tulane, Literature, Reading Comprehension, Vocabulary, Spelling Activity

Through My Eyes by Ruby Bridges Social Studies and Reading Unit

Through My Eyes by Ruby Bridges Social Studies and Reading Unit
ELA, Social Studies, Grade 4, 5, 6, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies, Worksheets, Outlines, Teacher Tools, Quizzes and Tests, Lesson Plans, Rubrics

Engage students in the powerful firsthand account of Through My Eyes by Ruby Bridges with this full 15-day unit designed to integrate social studies and reading comprehension. This resource includes detailed lesson plans, daily activities, vocabulary work, and assessments to ensure students engage with Ruby Bridges’ story and the historical significance of school integration. What’s Included? 15 Days of Lesson Plans – Easy-to-follow, structured lessons that guide teachers through daily activities and discussions Daily Reading & Skill Practice – Focus on key literacy skills including: Main Idea & Supporting Details Author’s Purpose Determining Importance Story Comprehension Vocabulary Development Daily Activities – Teacher created list of videos, skill practice, skill practice related to text, comprehension questions Comprehension Questions – Questions for each section of Through My Eyes encourage text analysis Final Assessments for Mastery : Written Reflection – Encourages students to make personal and historical connections to Ruby Bridges’ story Vocabulary Quiz – Reinforces key terms to strengthen comprehension Biographical Cube Project – Students research and present information about an important figure from the book Differentiation for All Learners – Activities and assessments are leveled to support both higher and lower abilities, ensuring every student's needs are met appropriately Answer Keys – Comprehension questions, vocab list, and the quiz all have an answer key included for teacher use. Why Do Teachers Love this Unit? Cross-Curricular Learning – Integrates reading and social studies to build historical understanding while strengthening reading skills (and prepping for standardized tests) Student Engagement – Class and group activities encourage critical thinking about civil rights and social justice No-Prep, Time-Saving Resource – Everything is organized and ready to implement, making lesson planning easy. Even suggestions for how to copy activities into a book are included. Supports Higher-Order Thinking – Encourages students to analyze, reflect, and connect past events to modern-day issues Who Is This Resource For? ✔️ 4th-6th grade teachers ✔️ Social Studies & ELA educators ✔️ Homeschool parents ✔️ Literacy specialists This comprehensive 15-day unit ensures that students not only understand Ruby Bridges’ journey but also develop key literacy and critical thinking skills along the way. Download today and bring history to life in your classroom! Keywords for SEO: Through My Eyes by Ruby Bridges unit, civil rights movement lesson plans, Ruby Bridges social studies unit, integrated literacy and history lessons, upper elementary reading comprehension, middle school civil rights activities, historical nonfiction for kids, Black history month unit, guided reading and vocabulary, Teach Simple social studies resources

Author Kel's Klass

Tags Through My Eyes, Ruby Bridges, Black History, Black History Month, Women's History, Women's History Month, Cultural History, Social Studies, Social Studies Outline, Social Studies Lesson Plans

"Loser" Discussion Questions + Vocabulary

"Loser" Discussion Questions + Vocabulary
ELA, Literature, Grade 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies

This is a "Loser" Discussion Questions + Vocabulary. An editable, Common Core-aligned set of discussion questions and vocabulary activities for use with the novel, Loser, by Newberry award-winner, Jerry Spinelli. Prompts appear in order of complexity, and simplified language appears in parentheses (delete or modify as needed). Pick and choose which resource elements and prompts will work best for your own class.

Author Room2Ruminations

Tags Literature, Novel Study, Loser, Discussion Questions, Vocabulary, Literature Response, Book Companion, Text Analysis

Surviving Hitler: A Boy in the Nazi Death Camps | Reading Study Guide

Surviving Hitler: A Boy in the Nazi Death Camps | Reading Study Guide
ELA, Literature, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies

This resource is a Reading Study Guide for Surviving Hitler: A Boy in the Nazi Death Camps. All you have to do is print and go. This guide comes with: - Vocabulary List and Context Clues Activity WS - Study Guide and Answer Key - Essay/Short Answer Assessment - Additional resources Students will deepen their understanding of this critical part of history through reading this book and completing the guide along the way.

Author Time Thrifty Teacher

Tags Study Guide, Comprehension, Hitler, Death Camps, Book Companion

The Tale of Peter Rabbit Activity Guide

The Tale of Peter Rabbit Activity Guide
ELA, Reading, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies

This resource is a The Tale of Peter Rabbit Activity Guide. This activity guide for The Tale of Peter Rabbit is for students in kindergarten-2nd grade. There is a section with discussion questions for the teacher to ask the students to see how well the students understood the story. There is also a place for the students to practice writing their letters by writing some of the words from the story. There are some fun worksheets and hands-on activities related to the story for the students to do. There is also a Peter Rabbit board game for the students to play.

Author More Than Just Reading

Tags Book Companion, Peter Rabbit, Literature, Comprehension, Preschool Activities

ESL Novel Study on "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Deep End" - Jeff Kinney

ESL Novel Study on "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Deep End" - Jeff Kinney
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Reading, Library, Writing, Creative Writing, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies, Writing Prompts, Worksheets

ESL Novel Study Worksheets on "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Deep End" - Jeff Kinney In this fantastic ESL teaching resource it is offered a comprehensive novel study worksheet activity (3 printable PDF pages; Worksheets) focused on "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Deep End" by American author Jeff Kinney. Ideal for post reading activities, this English Second or Foreign Language (ESL EFL) teaching resource can be more than great to enhance students' overall understanding of this coming of age novel by American author Jeff Kinney. The English Second or Foreign Language Novel Study activity (3 printable PDF pages; Worksheets) can be ideal for ESL EFL TESOL learners in middle and high school (from 6th grade to 9th grade, teen students). In this Novel Study on "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Deep End" (3 printable PDF pages; Worksheets), English Second or Foreign Language teachers (ESL EFL) can find the following ESL novel study activities: 1 part on general information (author's name, genre, and publishing date) 1 part related to New Vocabulary Learned (1 space where to write 10 new words they learned and 1 space where students can write their related meaning) 1 part related to the story timeline (story timeline where learners set in a chronological order the most important moments during the narration) First writing activity on students' review on the novel Second writing activity (imagining to write a letter to Greg Heffley, the main character, and to give him some advice) Third writing activity (pretending to be a character, other than Greg Heffley, and describing a scene of the book from his/her point of view + space where students can draw with comic bubbles the scene they described) This ESL EFL (English Second or Foreign Language) Novel Study Activity on "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Deep End" by American author Jeff Kinney (3 PDF Printable Slides; worksheets) can be suitable for ESL EFL learners from 6th grade to 9th grade to study this coming of age novel Learning with Alan is a Teaching Resource/Educational Material Store whose aim is to help Teachers, Educators and Tutors to achieve their teaching objectives while creating a fun and stimulating learning and teaching environment. Remember. Learning is Fun. Never Forget! If you want to browse more of my English Second or Foreign Language (ESL EFL) Teaching Resources, click here Learning with Alan!

Author Learning with Alan

Tags ESL, English Second Language, English, Novel Study, Worksheets, Printable, Activity, Writing Activity, Diary Of A Wimpy Kid, Teens

Charlotte's Web - Literature Kit Gr. 3-4

Charlotte's Web - Literature Kit Gr. 3-4
ELA, Literature, Grade 3, 4, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables

Charlotte's Web - Literature Kit for Grades 3-4 is a substantial educational resource designed to immerse students into the literary universe. Augmenting the charm of 'Charlotte’s Web', it enkindles values like friendship, loyalty, and empathy. This comprehensive literature kit enhances comprehension skills offering: 60 print-ready pages in PDF format A range of exercises including fill-in-the-blank questions, multiple-choice quizzes, and sequencing exercises The provision for personal reflections enabling students to express viewpoints on diverse topics Beyond basic comprehension checks – the kit unfolds fascinating vocabulary-filled activities. Students can marry words with their meanings or assign quotes from the novel to their characters. The flexible design of this kit encourages: Collective class analyses Focused discussions by smaller groups on specific sections Potential take-home assignments This Literature Kit adopts Bloom's Taxonomy guidelines, triggering critical thinking. Interactive tasks coax learners into describing characters using evidence from the book or predicting future plot twists—making room for insightful debates! Inclusive additional features boost learning engagement – a crossword puzzle facilitates vocabulary development while a word search inserts an element of investigative thrill! A comprehensive quiz gauges overall understanding and progressive learning while navigating through this classic children’s novel. In essence, Charlotte's Web - Literature Kit proves invaluable for grade 3-4 teachers seeking deep-rooted reading exercises transcending ordinary drills by cultivating critical thinking amidst compelling storytelling.

Author Classroom Complete Press

Tags Novel, Literature, Charlotte's Web, Summarizing, Rubrics, Charlotte's Web Meaning

How Will I Get to School This Year?: AAC-Lang.-Literacy Book Companion

How Will I Get to School This Year?: AAC-Lang.-Literacy Book Companion
Special Resources, Special Education Needs (SEN), Speech Therapy, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies

How Will I Get to School This Year?: AAC-Lang.-Literacy Book Companion provides you with multiple language, communication, shared reading, and shared writing tasks. Instructions and guidance for the shared reading activities of a picture walk through and repeated readings is provided. Literacy extension activities: The target letter for this book companion is the letter 'a'. Potential letter identification activities are provided. Other resources include letter identification worksheets and activities in isolation, in words, and within text. Other letter activities include a scavenger hunt and secret alphabet message worksheet. Vocabulary: There is a focus on balancing explicit exposure and targeted practice for both core and fringe vocabulary. Repeated core words throughout this story include 'I' and "RIDE'. A vocabulary worksheet is also included to target potential novel words within the storyline. Shared Reading: Resources for the CAR and CROWD strategies are provided. CAR comments focus on make comments related to the book illustrations, print concepts, and book concepts. Shared Writing: Two different sentence stems are provided for shared writing activities. The character description webs in this How Will I Get to School This Year?: AAC-Lang.-Literacy Book Companion provide a platform to target multiple language and communication targets. This book companion includes 2 hands-on art themed activities. These extension activities provide a platform to target even more language and communication skills. This product can be used individually, in small groups, or for whole class instruction. If you are a theme implementing educator, then this book may fall in the following themes: Back-to-School, Animals.

Author Belleville Area Special Services Cooperative (BASSC)

Tags Core Vocabulary, Aac Book Companion, Aac And Literacy, Back To School, Animal Theme, How Will I Get To School This Year

Fish in a Tree Discussion Questions

Fish in a Tree Discussion Questions
ELA, Reading, Not Grade Specific, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies

This resource is a Fish in a Tree Discussion Question Set. There are questions for each chapter. Answers included. All you have to do is print and go.

Author Hey Teacher Shoppe

Tags Fish In A Tree, Book Companion, Discussion Questions, Quotes, Comprehension

"Sylvester and the Magic Pebble" | Picture Book Study

"Sylvester and the Magic Pebble" | Picture Book Study
ELA, Reading, Preschool, Grade 1, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies

This classic, award-winning picture book inspires imagination and compassion in young readers. Join the adventurous donkey Sylvester as a magic pebble grants his wish in unexpected ways. Your students will be love the colorful illustrations and lessons about family, friendship, and finding courage within. Extend learning beyond the book with 30+ thoughtfully designed printables that reinforce literacy skills, comprehension, critical thinking, and more. Students can practice story sequences, comparing tales through Venn diagrams, writing their own magic pebble adventures, practicing letter formation, sorting words and pictures, filling in missing story words, and other skill-building challenges. Coloring pages, popsicle stick puppets, dot-to-dot activities, cause and effect practice, and youtube video suggestions round out the interdisciplinary fun. The wide variety of activity types and difficulty levels allows teachers to tailor the study to class needs and pace. Print only what you require to immerse students in this heartwarming tale. Discussion questions, tracing pages, early writing prompts, book report templates, story crown patterns, sight word practice, phonics worksheets, character traits exercises, sequencing strips, and more support differentiated instruction. Watch students' empathy and creativity bloom as they design new covers, sequence events, illustrate wishes, compare tales, and make deeper connections during this magical story. This book study is sure to be a hit in your classroom!

Author Simply Schoolgirl

Tags Reading Worksheets, Literacy Station, Sylvester And The Magic Pebble, Reading Comprehension, Picture Book Study, Sight Words, Spelling, Comparing Stories

The Very Hungry Caterpillar - Literature Kit Gr. 1-2

The Very Hungry Caterpillar - Literature Kit Gr. 1-2
ELA, Literature, Grade 1, 2, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables

The Very Hungry Caterpillar - Literature Kit Gr. 1-2 is an engaging and interdisciplinary teaching resource designed to enhance a student’s understanding of both literature and science. This kit combines the exploration of language arts with the biology of life cycles, through the charming story of a caterpillar's transformation into a butterfly. Usability Educators will find this kit to be extremely versatile, as it can be utilized in a variety of educational settings. The literature kit works wonderfully as interactive material for whole group instruction as well as small group discussion. It can equally serve as individual homework or study assignment due to its comprehensive content. Tasks involved In applying this resource, students begin their journey by consolidating pre-existing knowledge about caterpillars. Vocabulary Building: Students then perform vocabulary building exercises where they fill in missing double consonants or vowels for related words from the story. Sentence Structure: One major key feature is that focus isn't just on isolated vocabulary: students engage with sentence structure by identifying all nouns present within sentences derived from the tale itself. Creative Thinking: Students put on their creative hats, brainstorm potential meals for our hungry caterpillar protagonist complete with correlating illustrations! Note: Fostering comprehension skills-- Question-answer sessions constitute another segment which revolves around important aspects and themes within the novel using vocabulary words. Biology Comprehension In order to expand biological understanding - learners map out various life cycle stages which are described within the book onto timelines; branching beyond caterpillars into ants, ladybugs, mosquitoes, and frogs! For added fun-but-learning's-priority elements there are extras such as crosswords and word searches based dedicatedly on text references; making familiarisation with learned concepts fun-filled yet effective. Aligned meticulously with your State Standards conforming to Bloom's Taxonomy, provides educators assurance regarding stringent adherence to educational quality benchmarks set by distinguished academics across fields pertaining specifically also but not limited to language arts in Grade 1- Grade 2 scenarios particularly A Summary: Built simply yet substantially-- The Very Hungry Caterpillar Literature Kit Gr. 1-2 is hands-down a value addition to any educational toolbox.

Author Classroom Complete Press

Tags Caterpillar, Literature, Life Cycle, Butterfly, Reading Comprehension

The Little Red Hen Book Companion & Articulation Practice - BOOM Cards

The Little Red Hen Book Companion & Articulation Practice - BOOM Cards
Special Resources, Speech Therapy, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables

The Little Red Hen Book Companion & Articulation Practice - BOOM Cards A digitally interactive teaching resource, this product is perfect for educators aiming to reinforce key learning areas from Jerry Pinkney's 'The Little Red Hen'. Comprehension and Language Skills: Comprehension Questions:The resource includes questions designed to bolster students' understanding of the text's main ideas and vocabulary. Categories and Prepositions: There are exercises targeting mastery over language structures, which are vital in improving communication skills. Creative Interaction: Bread Baker Activity This activity serves as a fun-filled learning tool. Its aim is to engage students cognitively while fostering their sense of creativity. It can be used either as an individual class activity or exciting homework assignment. Suitable for Speech Therapy Sessions This tool is invaluable to speech therapy educators thanks to included articulation drills that target specific phonemes. These drills, performed strategically at initial medial and final position within words, can enhance speech precision among pupils, either during individual practice or group sessions. Digital Versatility with Boom Cards file format The implementation via the Boom Cards file type adds flexibility on how it can be utilized, making it a valuable tool for maximising resources without sacrificing quality education delivery. In Summary: A Multifunctional Teaching Aid for Pre-School through Grade 5 Levels No matter whether it's used for classroom discourse, transformed into home-based assignments, or repurposed for small-group use - The Little Red Hen Book Companion & Articulation Practice - BOOM Cards delivers!

Author The Tattooed Speechie

Tags Little Red Hen, Book Companion, Articulation Practice, Comprehension Questions, Vocabulary Enhancement

Come Out and Play, Little Mouse Language-Literacy Book Companion Packet

Come Out and Play, Little Mouse Language-Literacy Book Companion Packet
Special Resources, Special Education Needs (SEN), Speech Therapy, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies

Do you work with students who have emergent literacy skills? Do you work with students who use AAC or have complex communication needs? Or do you work with early elementary students who have a language delay or disorder? If so, my book companions are for you! This book companion provide you with multiple language, communication, shared reading, and shared writing tasks. Instructions and guidance for the shared reading activities of a picture walk through and repeated readings is provided. Additional activities to provide practice with identifying the focus letter through repetition with variety are also included. Story props are provided to help increase participation during shared reading activities. They can also be used to aide with story retell activities. There is a focus on balancing explicit exposure and targeted practice for both core and fringe vocabulary. CROWD questions can be used to further increase comprehension of the target book and elicit a wide range of language and communication skills. The provided sentence stems can be used in isolation or in conjunction with the predictable chart writing protocol. The character description webs provide a platform to target multiple language and communication targets. These book companions include 1-3 hands-on art or science themed activities. This product can be used individually, in small groups, or for whole class instruction.

Author Belleville Area Special Services Cooperative (BASSC)

Tags Aac, Core Vocabulary, Aac Book Companion, Aac Language Packet, Aac Literacy Packet, Come Out And Play, Cat Theme

ESL Novel Study on "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: No Brainer" by Jeff Kinney

ESL Novel Study on "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: No Brainer" by Jeff Kinney
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Reading, Library, Writing, Creative Writing, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies, Writing Prompts, Worksheets

ESL Novel Study Worksheets on "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: No Brainer" by Jeff Kinney In this fantastic ESL teaching resource it is offered a comprehensive novel study worksheet activity (3 printable PDF pages; Worksheets) focused on "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: No Brainer" by American author Jeff Kinney. Ideal for post reading activities, this English Second or Foreign Language (ESL EFL) teaching resource can be more than great to enhance students' overall understanding of this coming of age novel by American author Jeff Kinney. The English Second or Foreign Language Novel Study activity (3 printable PDF pages; Worksheets) can be ideal for ESL EFL TESOL learners in middle and high school (from 6th grade to 9th grade, teen students). In this Novel Study on "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: No Brainer" (3 printable PDF pages; Worksheets), English Second or Foreign Language teachers (ESL EFL) can find the following ESL novel study activities: 1 part on general information (author's name, genre, and publishing date) 1 part related to New Vocabulary Learned (1 space where to write 10 new words they learned and 1 space where students can write their related meaning) 1 part related to the story timeline (story timeline where learners set in a chronological order the most important moments during the narration) First writing activity on students' review on the novel Second writing activity (imagining to write a letter to Greg Heffley, the main character, and to give him some advice) Third writing activity (pretending to be a character, other than Greg Heffley, and describing a scene of the book from his/her point of view + space where students can draw with comic bubbles the scene they described) This ESL EFL (English Second or Foreign Language) Novel Study Activity on "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: No Brainer" by American author Jeff Kinney (3 PDF Printable Slides; worksheets) can be suitable for ESL EFL learners from 6th grade to 9th grade to study this coming of age novel Learning with Alan is a Teaching Resource/Educational Material Store whose aim is to help Teachers, Educators and Tutors to achieve their teaching objectives while creating a fun and stimulating learning and teaching environment. Remember. Learning is Fun. Never Forget! If you want to browse more of my English Second or Foreign Language (ESL EFL) Teaching Resources, click here Learning with Alan!

Author Learning with Alan

Tags ESL, English Second Language, Novel Study, English, Books, Book Companion, Teens, Diary Of A Wimpy Kid, Worksheets, Printable

Novel - Film Study Guide: Soylent Green

Novel - Film Study Guide: Soylent Green
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Writing, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies

Novel - Film Study Guide: Soylent Green This study guide is designed as a unique teaching resource for educators, particularly those focusing on high school level language arts. It provides an engaging opportunity to combine film and literature studies in the classroom or a homeschooling setup. From narrative elements, themes, to character development – students will have chance to unpack it all. Title: Soylent Green Pairs with: George Orwell's "1984" The 1973 film presents a future vastly different from our contemporary society’s interpretation, notably absent of personal communication technologies now considered common. The guide comes with a comprehensive two-page worksheet for students' comprehension during their viewing experience. Suitable for grade levels 9th through 12th. No questionable language or inappropriate scenes are present in the film, making it suitable educational content for all students. Discussions around the plot twist at the end (Charlton Heston's famous final words) could stimulate lively class discussion. Potential Classroom Utilizations: Large group discussions following group viewings Small student-led groups dissecting thoughts and analysis post-viewing Independent homework assignments requiring critical thinking responses Distant learning setups where substitute assignments can access 'Soylent Green' clips or full movie clips online Note: This resource is presented in an editable Word Document format allowing teachers flexibility according to their specific lesson plans. In summary, Novel - Film Study Guide: Soylent Green merges literature comprehension and critical analysis into an accessible and adaptable teaching resource that is bound to entertain as well as enhance your student's learning experience.

Author The Education Lab

Tags Dystopian Film, Literature Analysis, Character Development, Future Scenarios, Comprehension Study

CHRYSANTHEMUM - STUDY GUIDE Gr. 2-4

CHRYSANTHEMUM - STUDY GUIDE Gr. 2-4
ELA, Literature, Grade 2, 3, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies

CHRYSANTHEMUM - STUDY GUIDE Gr. 2-4 This is an interactive teaching resource, designed to enrich students' understanding of Kevin Henkes' popular children's book "Chrysanthemum". Perfect for second to fourth-grade learners, this study guide not only boosts their linguistic skills but also polishes their creativity. This 27-page PDF workbook navigates complex themes – making it a suitable tool for bringing forth a love for unique individuality in every student. The guide aligns seamlessly with landscape Language Arts and Literature curriculum criteria set for early-intermediate learners. Activities Incorporated: Creative writing exercises covering poetry, procedural, narrative and expository types are integrated into the learning process. A fun take on mathematics via graphing problems derived from everyday scenarios that the central character Chrysanthemum faces, boosting numeracy alongside problem-solving abilities. Including online activities keeping technology-integrated modern education in mind provides a well-rounded learning experience fitting contemporary needs. An extensive focus on word study helps expanding vocabulary capacity while dealing with synonyms and antonyms—an essential tool when expressing thoughts creatively or processing denser texts at higher grades. Bearing flexibility of use—this detailed yet effortless-to-integrate PDF resource can be utilized during interactive class sessions or even as engaging home assignments—an effective method extending learning beyond school hours. In conclusion, If you're looking for an inclusive approach towards exploring ideas about individuality using fascinating academic techniques such as literature exploration paired with visual arts—all effortlessly compiled into scholars-friendly printable PDF—this study guide could be your ideal companion in the educational journey.

Author Classroom Complete Press

Tags Chrysanthemum, Study Guide, Synonyms, Antonyms, Adjectives

How to Eat Fried Worms Novel Study Unit - Comprehension Questions

How to Eat Fried Worms Novel Study Unit - Comprehension Questions
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Writing, Creative Writing, Grammar, Grade 3, 4, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables

This “How to Eat Fried Worms Novel Study Unit activities packet includes Comprehension Questions, Writing prompts, Critical thinking questions, Vocabulary and Review section. How to Eat Fried Worms Novel study Unit includes 50 Worksheets which is divided in to number of sections and each section includes following: a. 12 x Comprehension Questions b. 4 x writing prompts c. 2 x critical thinking questions d. 10 x Vocabulary words e. A review section WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THIS NOVEL STUDY GUIDE 1. COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS: 12 x Comprehension Questions are included in each section of this study guide. These engaging comprehension questions are specifically developed to help students understand the story, plot, theme and characters in this novel. 2. WRITING PROMPTS: 4 x writing Prompts are included in each section of the novel which will help students to think, analyze and convey their own thinking regarding characters, plots and events in the novel. 3. CRITICAL THINKING QUESTIONS: 2 x Critical Thinking Questions are included in each section of study guide to critically think character, plots and theme of novel and write in their own words. 4. VOCABULARY WORDS: 10 x Vocabulary Words are included in each section of this Novel study unit to help students understand variety of words included in this novel. This will subsequently help students enrich their language vocabulary with variety of words included in this study unit. 5. REVIEW SECTION: A one pager Review page is included at the end of each section of novel study unit to help student perform number of activities, convey their ideas and thoughts in their own way. PRODUCT FORMAT This product is available in PDF format and contains 50 Practice Worksheets WHERE TEACHERS CAN USE THIS PRODUCT The teachers can use this product in a variety of ways: a. Classroom activities b. Homework c. Group Activities d. Intervention DISCLAIMER This product “How to Eat Fried Worms Novel Study Unit | Comprehension Questions, Vocabulary, Prompts” is an independent product and by means is related to Book/ novel author or publishing company. You need to purchase the relevant Book or Novel separately in case you want to use this novel study guide. FINAL WORDS Overall “How to Eat Fried Worms Novel Study Unit | Comprehension Questions, Vocabulary, Prompts” contains variety of activities for engaging your students in a fun and engaging way. This product is aligned with Common Core standards. This product contains number of sections and each section includes comprehension Question, Writing Prompts, Critical thinking Questions, Vocabulary words and a Review section. Overall How to Eat Fried Worms Novel Study Unit will surely prove to be an excellent addition to your Novel study units collection.

Author Miss Kindergarten FUn

Tags Novel Study, Comprehension Questions, Vocabulary