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Borreguita and the Coyote Reader Response Activities
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Grade 2, 3, 4, Teacher Tools, Graphic Organizers, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies, Activities, Worksheets

This picture book companion is the perfect resource to accompany the book Borreguita and the Coyote by Verna Aardema. It includes 35 print-and-go reading activities to choose from, making this resource ideal for customizing learning to your student's specific needs and academic abilities. Students will investigate characters, identify story elements, determine the theme, practice plotting story events, compare & contrast, make predictions, inferences, & connections, answer questions that require them to think beyond the text, and much more! Students will love the engaging and fun activities, and you will appreciate the time saved hunting for high-level resources to teach reading concepts that students frequently struggle with. The activities provided are designed to enable students to apply higher-level thinking skills, encourage them to provide text evidence to support their thinking, and challenge them to express their own thoughts and/or perspectives. ⭐️This Resource Includes:⭐️ ◾ Elements of a Trickster Tale Anchor Chart or Notes Handout: Color and B&W ◾ Making Predictions: Before reading the book, students will make predictions about the text. ◾ Elements of a Trickster Tale: Students fill in the chart with the details of the story that characterize it as a trickster tale. ◾ Trickster Tale Tidbits: Students will answer the questions with details from the story that proves it's a trickster tale. ◾ Story Elements: Students fill in the boxes with words & pictures to represent the story elements. ◾ Sequencing: Students will retell & illustrate the important parts of the story. ◾ Retell the Story: Students retell the beginning, middle, and end of story with text and illustrations. ◾ Recalling events in Chronological Order: Students describe and illustrate four major events in the story in chronological order. ◾ Summary: Students complete the Somebody, Wanted, Because, But, So graphic organizer and write a summary of the story. ◾ Story Event Sort: Students will describe a scene or event from the story that fits into each of the categories & explain how the event made them feel & how it relates to the category. ◾ Making Inferences: Students use clues & schema to make inferences while reading the story. ◾ Making Connections: Students make connections to an event from the story. ◾ Cause & Effect (simplified cut-and-paste): Students are given either the cause or effect and will cut & match up cause & effect cards, then paste them in the correct boxes (ANSWER KEY included). ◾ Cause & Effect (cut-and-paste): Students cut & match up cause & effect cards, then paste them in the correct boxes (ANSWER KEY included). ◾ Cause & Effect: Students fill in the causes and effects (ANSWER KEY included). ◾ Author's Message: Students describe four important events from the story in chronological order and answer the questions about the author's message. ◾ Character Inside & Out (Borreguita): Students include details from the story to describe what the character says, thinks, does, and feels. ◾ Character Inside & Out (Coyote): Students include details from the story to describe what the character says, thinks, does, and feels. ◾ Character Feelings (Borreguita): Students describe how the character's feelings change throughout the story & give examples of the events that cause them to feel the way they do. ◾ Character Feelings (Coyote): Students describe how the character's feelings change throughout the story & give examples of the events that cause them to feel the way they do. ◾ Character Development (Borreguita): Students select the character traits that best describe the character at different times throughout the story and provide examples from the book to support each character trait. ◾ Character Development (Coyote): Students select the character traits that best describe the character at different times throughout the story and provide examples from the book to support each character trait. ◾ Character Change (Borreguita): Students will explain how the character changed from the beginning to the end of the story and describe the events that caused the change to happen. ◾ Character Change (Coyote): Students will explain how the character changed from the beginning to the end of the story and describe the events that caused the change to happen. ◾ Character Acrostic Poem (Borreguita): Students will write an acrostic poem to describe the character. ◾ Character Acrostic Poem (Coyote): Students will write an acrostic poem to describe the character. ◾ Sketch a Scene From the Story: Students draw a scene from the story & explain why it's important to the plot. ◾ Setting Influences the Plot: Students will draw a scene from the story that takes place in one of the settings and write about what happened there and why it was important to the plot. ◾ Setting the Scene: Students identify three different settings in the story and explain how they know that the setting changed. ◾ Theme: Students answer the questions to determine which theme best fits the story and provide text evidence to support their choice. ◾ Thinking About the Text: Students will answer the questions about the story & include examples from the text to support their answers. ◾ 3-2-1: Students will list three tricks that Borreguita played on Coyote, 2 lessons that can be learned from the story, and one word that describes Borreguita. ◾ Word Search Puzzle: Students identify the words for the definitions below. Then, find the words hidden in the puzzle (ANSWER KEY INCLUDED). ◾ Wait... There's More!: Students will write about what happens next in the story. ◾ Book Review: Students color in the stars to rate how much they enjoyed the book and draw a new cover & their favorite character from the story. Then, they will explain why other kids should or should not read it. 💡Need ideas for different ways you can implement these activities? ◾ Focus on different reading skills each day for targeted instruction, and have students complete a corresponding printable to check for understanding. ◾ During centers, students can independently read the story again and complete an activity that reviews a previously taught concept. ◾ Work with students on a reading concept they struggle with during guided reading or strategy groups. ◾ Students work with a partner or in literature circles to complete additional reading activities. The book is not included in this resource. ⭐️You may also like: ⭐ TEXT SET #1: "The Importance of Friendship" ◾ A Weekend With Wendell Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ First Come the Zebra Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ This is Our House Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ Horace and Morris But Mostly Dolores Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ The Old Woman Who Named Things Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA TEXT SET #3: "Finding Your Way in a New Place" ◾ Grandfather Counts Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ The Have a Good Day Cafe, Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ Roses for Gita Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ Mango, Abuela, and Me, Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ Home at Last Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA TEXT SET #7: "Exploring Narrative Nonfiction" ◾ Cactus Hotel Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ A Log's Life Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ Salmon Stream Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ Think of an Eel Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ✨Be sure to check out my storefront here: https://teachsimple.com/contributor/creatively-gifted

Jacob Two-Two Meets the Hooded Fang (Novel Study) Gr. 4-7
ELA, Literature, Grade 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies

Jacob Two-Two Meets the Hooded Fang (Novel Study) Gr. 4-7: A Comprehensive Teaching Resource Jacob Two-Two Meets the Hooded Fang (Novel Study) Gr. 4-7 is an exceptional teaching guide created for educators teaching grades 4-7 with a special emphasis on language arts and literature subjects. This rich resource tool focuses extensively on building reading comprehension and analytical skills among students while leading them through the enthralling narrative of Jacob Two-Two. What You Will Find in this Novel Study Kit: A Detailed Exploration of The Story: Every section of this fascinating tale is broken down systematically, paving way to immersive learning experiences for the learners. Chapter-by-chapter Questions: Meticulously designed queries trigger critical thinking among students helping them reflect upon character motivations, key plot points and expand their vocabulary repository. Suitable for Group or Individual Projects: Flexibility to use these questions either as individual tasks or group discussions fittingly in both classroom environments or homeschooling setups. Inclusive Teacher Sections: Provided alongside are fully-fledged teacher sections equipped with comprehensive answer keys enabling effective evaluation mechanisms or self- assessment exercises for learners. Fascinating Activities Custom Designed With Reference To The Story Line :Apart from thought-provoking questions there are a set of specially tailored activities to stir creativity, foster expressive communication skills all while making learning fun! The material is provided as an easily accessible PDF file that could be conveniently printed multiple times ensuring every student gets his/her own copy irrespective whether they're part of traditional classrooms or being homeschooled by parents at home. Conclusion If you're in pursuit of unique methodologies to build literature skills under your guidance or seeking versatile assignment ideas catering to advancing literary proficiency, Jacob Two-Two Meets the Hooded Fang (Novel Study) Gr. 4-7 provides exactly that without sidelining the joy of reading unmatched classic stories among young learners.

Piranhas Don't Eat Bananas: Language-Literacy Book Companion Packet
Special Resources, Special Education Needs (SEN), Speech Therapy, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies

Piranhas Don't Eat Bananas is a book companion for educators working with students with emergent literacy skills or complex communication needs. This packet provides resources to use during shared reading activities, including a picture walkthrough, repeated readings, and story props. Additional activities build identifying and using the letter focus. Guidance facilitates balancing exposure and practice for core and fringe vocabulary from the book. CROWD questions further reading comprehension. Sentence stems assist writing predictable charts. Character webs target multiple language and communication skills. This packet works for individual, small group, or whole class instruction. Three hands-on art/science activities complement the literacy content. Suitable for early learning through 1st grade and speech therapy or special education settings.

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone Student Handbook
ELA, Writing, Creative Writing, Literature, Grade 4, 5, 6, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone Student Handbook The Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone Student Handbook is an extensive resource designed specifically to immerse students in one of our time’s literary classics by J.K. Rowling. This comprehensive guide is finely tailored to facilitate a thorough exploration of the enchanting world within Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, stirring enthusiasm among those who already have a fondness for this epoch-making narrative. Keyed into fostering student creativity, it breaks down every chapter of this captivating tale. Each segment offers creative prompts encouraging readers' imagination to interplay with that of their most beloved characters. Students might piece together what they believe would be running through Harry's mind upon discovering he was a wizard or recreate his journal entry following his first night at Hogwarts. This tangible format affords educators different means of implementing it in their instruction routine, whether as part of guided reading lessons or independent work during leisure reading periods at school or home. Promoting reading comprehension skills amid engaging content has been integrated into its creation data, making learning fun while fostering cognitive growth so paramount in grades 4 through 6 language arts education. By channeling students’ thoughts through writing, teachers are able to ignite not only their literacy prowess but also critical thinking skills underpinned by creative thought processes. This 19-page printable PDF provides space for responses as well as any doodles or coloring students may wish to add. These artistic aspects can further elevate their understanding and rouse discussion before and after writing if incorporated into group-based activities as well. With this guide book, traverse each plot twist with your pupils using a tool designed with flexible adaptability in line with your unique teaching style. Optimal for language arts education across different segments including literature study and creative writing. The promise of literacy growth woven intricately into inspired imaginative exploration defines the attributes embodied within this book companion material - The Harry Potter and The Sorcerer’s Stone Student Handbook.

Among the Hidden - Literature Kit Gr. 5-6
ELA, Literature, Grade 5, 6, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables

Among the Hidden - Literature Kit Gr. 5-6 This kit offers an enriching exploration of the thought-provoking novel, fostering comprehensive understanding while encouraging critical thinking in fifth and sixth-grade students. Key Features Scaffolded worksheets for learning enhancement In-class tableau demonstrations promoting active participation Word search activities and crossword games for added engagement Direcly aligns with state education standards, readily fits into curriculum plans. Covers a range of responses: Prediction-inspired writing tasks, Comprehension quizzes supplemented by an answer key. This literature kit is versatile enough to be used as a whole class exercise or for small group work, and even as individual homework assignments. Highlight Among Resources Provided A distinctive resource that stands out includes encouraging students to write journal entries from character viewpoints such as Jen's. This novel-specific activity enables learners to grasp textual nuances better while also sparking empathy towards different characters' perspectives. Vocabulary Expansion Exercises The material provides matching exercises integrating synonyms with novel-specific vocabulary words. Creative elements incorporated include designing their coat of arms based on story themes—artistic representation facilitating deeper understanding while adding an element of fun. Bloom’s Taxonomy approach: The literature discourses are grounded in Bloom’s Taxonomy approach favoring reading comprehension effectively among upper-elementary grade levels. Total Pages: There are 55 ready-to-print pages formatted cleanly. PDF files packaged within one accessible file type facilitate quick print off or display onto screens. This comprehensive kit is an excellent tool whether utilized at home or in a school setting worldwide across different educational systems relevant to Language Arts specifically under Literature.

Vampires of Ottawa (Novel Study) Gr. 6-8
ELA, Literature, Grade 6, 7, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies

Vampires of Ottawa (Novel Study) Gr. 6-8 Resource Overview This resource is a captivating teaching tool centered on Eric Wilson's thrilling tale in the book, Vampires of Ottawa. The lead character Liz Austen delves into a web of secrets within an underground chapel vault with an eerie inscription, "In Evil Memory". With this multidisciplinary narrative set in Canada, students have the opportunity to explore and learn many subjects all at once. This educative adaptation allows for flexibility that caters to any teaching style or scenario. Integration of Multiple Subjects This educational aid effectively blends various subjects: Language Arts Social studies topics centered around Canadian geography Scientific grounding for investigation units enhancing critical-thinking skills. A Curriculum Focus Fit for Grades 6 and 7 Class This novel study resource provides structured guidance through exploration of Setting exploration, Plot development insight,, and Character analysis.. This fosters growth in critical thinking among learners through activities tailored towards individual comprehension levels. Inclusions within the Resource Included are extensive teacher and student sections featuring supporting materials such as: Chapter questions – promoting comprehension checks , Crossword puzzles – fostering vocabulary enrichment, , An answer key - simplifying educator tracking processes. . The tools above create interactive scholarly discussions among students, strengthening their collaborative capabilities while nurturing their individual expressions interpreting text thereby providing holistic education benefits cementing strong foundational understanding while making learning gratifyingly interactive experience being applied consistently supporting continued academic success. Flexibility and Convenience This instruction resource offering is provided in a versatile PDF format, making it adaptable for both printing or digital use across various devices. This enhances flexibility in all teaching scenarios from small group sessions, homework assignments to full-class reading exercises. Concluding Thoughts Investing in the Vampires Of Ottawa (Novel Study) Gr.6-8 resource sparks interest, enhances curriculum delivery and encourages student engagement combining mystery with multidisciplinary studies for one unique integrated learning journey.

Jabuti the Tortoise Reader Response Activities
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Grade 2, 3, 4, Teacher Tools, Graphic Organizers, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies, Activities, Worksheets

This picture book companion is the perfect resource to accompany the book Jabuti the Tortoise: A Trickster Tale from the Amazon by Gerald McDermott. It includes 34 print-and-go reading activities to choose from, making this resource ideal for customizing learning to your student's specific needs and academic abilities. Students will investigate characters, identify story elements, determine the theme, practice plotting story events, compare & contrast, make predictions, inferences, & connections, answer questions that require them to think beyond the text, and much more! Students will love the engaging and fun activities, and you will appreciate the time saved hunting for high-level resources to teach reading concepts that students frequently struggle with. The activities provided are designed to enable students to apply higher-level thinking skills, encourage them to provide text evidence to support their thinking, and challenge them to express their own thoughts and/or perspectives. ⭐️This Resource Includes:⭐️ ◾ Elements of a Trickster Tale Anchor Chart or Notes Handout: Color and B&W ◾ Making Predictions: Before reading the book, students will make predictions about the text. ◾ Elements of a Trickster Tale: Students fill in the chart with the details of the story that characterize it as a trickster tale. ◾ Trickster Tale Tidbits: Students will answer the questions with details from the story that proves it's a trickster tale. ◾ Story Elements: Students fill in the boxes with words & pictures to represent the story elements. ◾ Sequencing: Students will retell & illustrate the important parts of the story. ◾ Recalling events in Chronological Order: Students describe and illustrate four major events in the story in chronological order. ◾ Summary: Students complete the Somebody, Wanted, Because, But, So graphic organizer and write a summary of the story. ◾ Story Event Sort: Students will describe a scene or event from the story that fits into each of the categories & explain how the event made them feel & how it relates to the category. ◾ Making Inferences: Students use clues & schema to make inferences while reading the story. ◾ Making Connections: Students make connections to an event from the story. ◾ Author's Message: Students describe four important events from the story in chronological order and answer the questions about the author's message. ◾ Character Inside & Out (Jabuti): Students include details from the story to describe what the character says, thinks, does, and feels. ◾ Character Inside & Out (Vulture): Students include details from the story to describe what the character says, thinks, does, and feels. ◾ Character Feelings (Jabuti): Students describe how the character's feelings change throughout the story & give examples of the events that cause them to feel the way they do. ◾ Character Feelings (Vulture): Students describe how the character's feelings change throughout the story & give examples of the events that cause them to feel the way they do. ◾ Character Development (Jabuti): Students select the character traits that best describe the character at different times throughout the story and provide examples from the book to support each character trait. ◾ Character Development (Vulture): Students select the character traits that best describe the character at different times throughout the story and provide examples from the book to support each character trait. ◾ Character Change (Jabuti): Students will explain how the character changed from the beginning to the end of the story and describe the events that caused the change to happen. ◾ Character Change (Vulture): Students will explain how the character changed from the beginning to the end of the story and describe the events that caused the change to happen. ◾ Sketch a Scene From the Story: Students draw a scene from the story & explain why it's important to the plot. ◾ Setting Influences the Plot: Students will draw a scene from the story that takes place in one of the settings and write about what happened there and why it was important to the plot. ◾ Setting the Scene: Students identify three different settings in the story and explain how they know that the setting changed. ◾ Theme: Students answer the questions to determine which theme best fits the story and provide text evidence to support their choice. ◾ Thinking About the Text: Students will answer the questions about the story & include examples from the text to support their answers. ◾ Compare & Contrast: Students answer the questions to compare & contrast Jabuti's tricks to Vulture's trick. ◾ Vocabulary Crossword Puzzle: Students use the clues and the word bank to fill in the crossword puzzle (ANSWER KEY INCLUDED). ◾ Antonyms All Around: Students find the antonyms, words with opposite meanings, in the text provided from the story and use a dictionary, or scan the QR code, to find more opposite words for the antonyms they found in the text. ◾ Wait... There's More!: Students will write about what happens next in the story. ◾ Book Review: Students color in the stars to rate how much they enjoyed the book and draw a new cover & their favorite character from the story. Then, they will explain why other kids should or should not read it. ◾ Write an Origin Story: Students will plan and write their own origin story. The following pages are included in this activity : ◾ My Trickster Tale Planning Sheet: Students use the planning sheet to organize their own origin story. They select an animal that they think is special and write a story about how the animal got its voice, coloring, nose, tail, speed, or other special features or abilities. ◾ My Trickster Tale Cover: Students design a book cover for their origin story. ◾ Lined Writing Paper: Three different layouts are included. 💡Need ideas for different ways you can implement these activities? ◾ Focus on different reading skills each day for targeted instruction, and have students complete a corresponding printable to check for understanding. ◾ During centers, students can independently read the story again and complete an activity that reviews a previously taught concept. ◾ Work with students on a reading concept they struggle with during guided reading or strategy groups. ◾ Students work with a partner or in literature circles to complete additional reading activities. The book is not included. ⭐️You may also like: ⭐ TEXT SET #1: "The Importance of Friendship" ◾ A Weekend With Wendell Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ First Come the Zebra Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ This is Our House Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ Horace and Morris But Mostly Dolores Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ The Old Woman Who Named Things Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA TEXT SET #3: "Finding Your Way in a New Place" ◾ Grandfather Counts Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ The Have a Good Day Cafe, Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ Roses for Gita Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ Mango, Abuela, and Me, Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ Home at Last Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA TEXT SET #7: "Exploring Narrative Nonfiction" ◾ Cactus Hotel Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ A Log's Life Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ Salmon Stream Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ Think of an Eel Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ✨Be sure to check out my storefront here: https://teachsimple.com/contributor/creatively-gifted

There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Bat Book Companion - BOOM Cards
Special Resources, Speech Therapy, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables

Introduction "There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Bat Book Companion - BOOM Cards" is an exciting educational resource for educators. It's well-suited for 1st to 5th-grade students, particularly those studying Special Language-based subjects under an educator or homeschooler. About the Package This interactive package is centered around Lucille Colandro's much-loved book, "There Was An Old Lady Who Swallowed A Bat". But it goes beyond being just a reading guide; it serves as a comprehensive lesson facilitator that combines various aspects of learning such as vocabulary enhancement and receptive language development. These facets are conveyed through: Interactive WH questions: Promoting critical thinking abilities. Focus on prepositions and sequencing: Enhancing the understanding of sentence structures essential in language acquisition stages. Addition Fun Activity - Build A Haunted House! In addition to these linguistics benefits, there's also a fun 'Build A Haunted House' activity ! This not only encourages collaboration but also boosts creativity and problem-solving skills—a perfect blend of academics and leisure! Digital Convenience with BOOM Cards PDF Format All contents are conveniently provided in PDF format with links to Boom Cards—an easy-to-integrate feature across various settings like classroom group activities or individual home exercises. Note: The classification under Speech Therapy makes this material crucial for children undergoing special speech improvement sessions due to its immersive learning approach. Liven Up Your Lessons! Relying on "There Was An Old Lady Who Swallowed A Bat Book Companion" can significantly enhance lessons while keeping the learning journey enjoyable for children! Teaching, with these creatively designed Boom cards in hand, will be anything but monotonous—it would be as fun as joining in the old lady's peculiar bat-swallowing adventure!

Book Companion: Humans of New York
ELA, Reading, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies

The Book Companion : Humans of New York An exceptional teaching resource aimed at educators teaching grades 9 through 12. Crafted for those instructing Language Arts. Details: This structured unit of study enables teachers to delve into the exploration of Brandon Stanton's highly-acclaimed work, Humans of New York. A Detailed Guide: This detailed guide serves as an immersive companion to the artist's first book – a fascinating compilation taken from his well-known blog featuring personal stories from real-life individuals captured in striking photos. Inclusive Educational Tool: Comprehensive tool encompassing seven intriguing lessons Engaging activities in every lesson for ample practice and understanding reinforcement Positions uniquely amidst traditional reading materials within Language Arts (Reading). Critical Skills Development: Fosters critical thinking skills while enriching knowledge about humanity's multifaceted dimensions captured in Stanton's unique work. Suitable for full-class assignments, small group discussions, homework or extra credit tasks. Evaluation and Structure: Included rubric designed specifically to systematically evaluate student output — periódically assessing both comprehension levels and practical application across individual tasks leading up to final assignments over a span of 12 days.. The Document Details: A comprehensive Word document comprising 28 pages filled with dynamic learning opportunities . All packaged in a simple layout enabling easy navigation along with content that encourage high-engagement curriculum for Grades 9 -12 Language arts programs.

Novel Study - J.K Rowling Biography Presentation - Fantasy
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Library, Literature, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables

Novel Study - J.K Rowling Biography Presentation - Fantasy This English Literature Teaching Resource on J.K Rowling (Author Biography) can be great for "Harry Potter" Novel Studies Activities. Suitable students for this Teaching Resource (Brief introductory Biography on J.K Rowling; 10 slides digital presentation) can be late middle schoolers and High School learners (7th-12th Grade). Within this Biography on English Fantasy and Young Aduld Novels Writer Joanne Rowling (10 slides digital presentation teaching resource) is included: 1 Cover Slide 1 brief introductory slide to this Fantasy Author ("Who is J.K Rowling?) 1 slide on the author's quick data (date and place of birth, nationality, genres, occupations etc.) 1 slide on the Author's Life (timeline) 1 slide on her main works (What did she write?) 1 slide on "The Harry Potter Series" (Introduction + brief plot) 1 Slide on "Other Books" (Books authored with pseudonym Robert Galbraith) 2 slides on curiosities on J.K Rowling (same birthday date as Harry Potter, mental health problems and their influece for the characters of dementors in Harry Potter books, "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone being rejected multiple times etc.) 1 Ending slide This Presentation Biography on J.K Rowling English Literature Teaching Resource can be matched with my: Novel Study Project on Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone This English Language and Literature Novel Study Activity (biography on Joanne Kathleen Rowling; 10 slides digital presentation) can be great for learners from 7th grade to 12th grade to study Fantasy and young adults Novels by J.K Rowling (middle school and High School Students mostly) Learning with Alan is a Brand New 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 environment. If you want to browse more of my Teaching Resources, click here Learning with Alan!

Wish Novel Study Unit
ELA, Literature, Grade 5, 6, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables

The Wish Novel Study Unit engages fifth and sixth grade students with a comprehensive set of print-and-go resources to study the novel Wish. Educators facilitate rich discussions and activities to analyze the book's themes and characters. Over 400 pages spark meaningful learning with chapter comprehension worksheets, mystery match vocabulary builders, informative exit quizzes, collaborative group projects, and a summative test. The unit can be flexibly implemented for whole class, small group, or independent work. Detailed answer keys provide guidance. This teaching resource suits literature and language arts classes in public, private, or homeschool settings. The engaging format and thoughtful questions encourage students to connect personally with the text.

Mooseltoe Book Companion - BOOM Cards
Special Resources, Speech Therapy, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables

"Thief Lord" Discussion Questions/vocabulary
ELA, Literature, Common Core, Grade 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies

Thief Lord Discussion Questions/Vocabulary Resource The Thief Lord Discussion Questions/Vocabulary resource is a comprehensive support tool designed specifically for educators involved in language arts at Grade 4 through 8 levels. It offers an elaborate set of discussion questions and vocabulary activities, all skillfully linked to Cornelia Funk's popular literature, The Thief Lord. This resource is meticulously aligned with Common Core standards and laid out systematically in distinct layers of complexity. This feature helps to navigate the progression of classroom discussions smoothly and effectively. Built for diverse learning abilities Focused on accommodating students' diverse learning abilities, every prompt provided comes with simplified language in parentheses so that educators are given the flexibility to modify or remove them based on their specific teaching strategies or student needs. Multifunctional utility Beyond just guiding teachers through high-engaging classroom discussions and vocabulary-building sessions, this edifying tool serves as an aid for novel study investigations. Possible configurations include: Whole group discussions, Small group scenarios cultivating empathetic listening & thoughtful responses, Editability allowing customization as take-home assignments extending learning beyond classrooms. Innovative Features: Carefully structured guide about "The Thief Lord". A PDF file embedded with links directing users towards fully editable Google docs versions offering maximum user convenience. In Summary: The versatile nature of the Thief Lord Discussion Questions/Vocabulary resource stands out as an empowering teaching aid providing robust instructional guidance while maintaining adaptability ensuring wide-ranging implementation possibilities from interactive classroom sessions to enriching homework assignments.

The Great Gatsby Study Guide
ELA, Literature, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies

A great resource in scaffolding the novel this can be completed while students go through each chapter or afterwards.

Catcher in the Rye Interactive flipbook
ELA, Literature, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies

The Catcher in The Rye Interactive Flipbook: A Comprehensive Teaching Resource Overview: This handy teaching resource has been specially developed for educators to guide their students through the fascinating world of literature. Designed to comply with the Language Arts curriculum for grades 6, 7, 8 and 9, it introduces students to a detailed analysis of this classic novel's plot spread over its entire length of 26 chapters. Key Highlights: An instructive character map offering insights into complex literary elements such as characterization. Valuable background information on the author enhancing student understanding. Precise chapter wise questions suitable for middle-school level difficulty encouraging both group activities and independent study or homework assignments. Note:An included answer key simplifies grading exercises for teachers. Tapping into every aspect of The Catcher in The Rye narrative with this flipbook study guide can prompt more profound classroom discussions whilst promoting appreciation for timeless literary works among young learners. Digital-Optimized Format: Available in PDF format; this flipbook is conveniently adaptive across different technological setups. Its usage can range from physical print-outs to digital-only operations - making its practical application quick and effortless without compromising educational quality. The acquisition of this beneficial teaching aid signifies taking an invaluable step towards stimulating critical thinking while fostering interest-lite endeavors among growing scholars.

Novel Study - J.R.R Tolkien Biography Presentation - Fantasy
ELA, Literature, Reading, Library, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables

Novel Study - J.R.R Tolkien Biography Presentation - Fantasy This English Literature Teaching Resource on J.R.R Tolkien (Author Biography) can be great for "The Hobbit" and "The Lord of the Rings" Novel Studies Activities. Suitable students for this Teaching Resource (Brief introductory Biography on Tolkien; 11 slides digital presentation) can be late middle schoolers and High School learners (7th-12th Grade). Within this Biography on English High Fantasy and Epic Writer John Ronald Reuel Tokien (11 slides digital presentation teaching resource) is included: 1 Cover Slide 1 brief introductory slide to this Fantasy Author ("Who was J.R.R Tolkien?) 1 slide on the author's quick data (date and place of birth/death, nationality, genres, occupations etc.) 1 slide on the Author's Life (timeline) 1 slide on his main works (What did he write?) 1 slide on "The Hobbit" (introduction + brief plot) 1 slide on "The Lord of the Rings" (Introduction + publishing history + brief plot) 1 Slide on "The Silmarilion (Introduction) 2 slides on curiousities on J.R.R Tolkien (his passion for constructing languages + botanics, his mother's influences, his love for his wife Edith, Wolrd War 1 and his identification with hobbits 1 Ending slide This Presentation Biography on Tolkien English Literature Teaching Resource can be matched with my: Novel Study on "The Hobbit" by J.R.R Tolkien - Research Project This English Language Novel Study Activity (biography on John Ronald Reuel Tolkien; 11 slides digital presentation) can be great for learners from 7th grade to 12th grade to study Fantasy and High Fantasy Novels by J.R.R Tolkien (middle school and High School Students mostly) Learning with Alan is a Brand New 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 environment. Never Forget! If you want to browse more of my Teaching Resources, click here Learning with Alan!

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

The Color Purple - Literature Kit Gr. 9-12 This educational resource offers a comprehensive guide for educators when teaching this important, Pulitzer Prize-winning novel. Its tailored to language arts teachers and homeschoolers educating students in grades 9 through 12. With its focus on the hardships faced by African-American women in the 1930s United States as portrayed in The Color Purple, this kit assists teachers seamlessly integrate this literature into their curriculum. Its easy-to-follow format ensures educators have a sturdy framework from which to guide student comprehension and discussion. Unique Features: A task where students compare and contrast different gender relationships depicted in the novel with present day definitions. A creative task such as writing a police report specific to one of the pivotal encounters between Sofia and Mayor within novel, encouraging students not only to understand but also analyze events contextually. An engaging task that involves compiling a chart emphasizing how religion shapes essential outcomes throughout The Color Purple. The activities within this literature kit stimulate critical thinking skills necessary at grade levels 9-12. It aligns with State Standards while being structured according to Bloom’s Taxonomy; it enables educators to deliver engaging lessons that simultaneously meet academic expectations. Supplementary Resources: Crosswords, Word searches, Comprehension quizzes, An answer key are provided within this comprehensive PDF file promoting revision and consolidation of learning points discussed during lessons In all aspects whether for whole group discussions or small-group sessions or even as homework assignments; The Color Purple - Literature Kit Gr. 9-12 lends itself brilliantly ensuring that concepts contained within Alice Walkers masterpiece become accessible and engaging for high school students.

Novel Study - Earthquake in the Early Morning - Magic Tree House
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables

Novel Study Worksheets - Earthquake in the Early Morning - Magic Tree House This comprehensive English teaching resource offers a structured novel study activity centered on Mary Pope Osborne's beloved book, "Earthquake in the Early Morning" part of The Magic Tree House series. Spanning three printable PDF pages, this resource is perfect for enhancing students' understanding and engagement with the novel. Designed for primary and middle school students in grades 3 through 6, this resource is an excellent choice for post-reading activities that reinforce key elements of the story. The novel study includes a variety of exercises aimed at deepening comprehension and encouraging creative expression. Key components of this resource include: Setting Analysis: Students will answer two questions focusing on where and when the story takes place, helping them to grasp the importance of setting in the narrative. Vocabulary Development: A dedicated section prompts students to identify and explore new vocabulary words encountered in the text, enhancing their language skills. Chapter Summaries: Students are guided to summarize each chapter, reinforcing their understanding of the plot and key events. Creative Writing Activities: Two engaging writing exercises are included to spark imagination. The first invites students to imagine themselves alongside Jack and Annie, the book's protagonists, and write a postcard to a friend or family member describing their adventure. The second activity challenges them to create an alternative ending to the story, fostering critical thinking and narrative skills. This novel study resource not only aids in comprehension and vocabulary building but also encourages students to think critically and creatively about the story. It’s an ideal tool for teachers looking to enhance their English curriculum with interactive and thought-provoking activities related to The Magic Tree House series. This English Language Novel Study on "Earthquake in the Early Morning" PDF Printable Worksheets (3 slides) can be great for learners from 3rd grade to 6th grade to study this Magic Tree House Novel Learning with Alan is a Brand New 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 environment. Never Forget! If you want to browse more of my Teaching Resources, click here Learning with Alan!

Hatchet Novel Study Unit
ELA, Literature, Grade 5, 6, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables

Engage your students with this comprehensive novel study for Hatchet by Gary Paulsen. This resource includes over 300 pages of activities to support learning for the entire book, including chapter comprehension questions, vocabulary practice, exit quizzes, collaborative group projects, and a summative test. The materials can be easily implemented for whole class, small group, or independent assignments. With answer keys included, educators will appreciate the ability to assign practice both in class and for homework. This novel study encourages critical thinking and analysis of the text in a way that is accessible for grades 5-6.

Maxi's Secrets Discussion Questions
ELA, Reading, Not Grade Specific, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies

This resource is a set of Maxi's Secrets Discussion Questions. There are questions for each chapters. Answers are included.

Owls In The Family (Novel Study) Gr. 4-7
ELA, Literature, Grade 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies

Owls In The Family (Novel Study) Gr. 4-7: An Excellent Teaching Resource This teaching resource, aimed at Grade 4 to Grade 5 classrooms, focuses on language arts curriculum, particularly literature studies. It is based on the spirited novel by Farley Mowat, featuring a tale of exploration, discovery and learning life lessons. Narrative Highlights: Set against the backdrop of South Saskatchewan River's shores. Tale about two boys yearning for adventure after an endless prairie winter. The boys get engrossed in welcoming owls and their nests leading to valuable life lessons. Product File Features: This PDF file provides both teacher and student sections comprising varied activities tied closely to the novel themes such as: Assessment materials such as quizzes and tests ideal for whole group assessment , Discussion questions perfect for small-group debates, Personal reflections ideal as homework assignments. In addition, there is a personalized evaluation sheet that promotes interactive feedback between teachers and students; assisting educators with periodical student understanding assessments. And an answer-key section! Just what every educator needs! In conclusion... Owls In The Family (Novel Study) Gr. 4-7 surpasses being just a book companion - it stands its ground firmly as an engaging multi-faceted teaching tool!

Flush Novel Study
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Grade 5, 6, 7, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies

About the Novel: Take a romp in the swamp with this New York Times bestselling mystery adventure set in the Florida Keys from Newbery Honoree Carl Hiaasen! Noah's dad is sure that the owner of the Coral Queen casino boat is flushing raw sewage into the harbor—which has made taking a dip at the local beach like swimming in a toilet. He can't prove it though, and so he decides that sinking the boat will make an effective statement. Right. The boat is pumped out and back in business within days and Noah's dad is in the local lock-up. Now Noah is determined to succeed where his dad failed. He will prove that the Coral Queen is dumping illegally . . . somehow. Resource is provided as a PDF but a digital copy of the pack is available for editing and sharing on Google Classroom and Seesaw available with download.

"Julius Caesar" Reader Response Packet
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Writing, Grade 6, 7, 8, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies, Teacher Tools, Graphic Organizers, Assessments, Activities

We all know how important it is to build literacy skills with our students! With that, we want to find great texts to expose our students to. Selecting texts that can be paired with strong materials is always a necessity for us. My store is complete with a wide variety of novel study products, picture book companions, and more for you to use with lower elementary, upper elementary, and middle school students. The reader response questions are great for students to use while reading Shakespeare's, Julius Caesar. The questions guide students to pay attention to important events, and character actions, analyze other elements of the plot, and more! Questions are sectioned by Acts. Best for 6th - 8th grades. Please note that this product was created to use with the version adapted by Diana Stewart and published by Steck-Vaughn Company. The reader response questions are broken up into sections: Act I (5 short answer questions) Act II (3 short answer questions & 1 graphic organizer ) Act III (5 short answer questions) Acts IV & V (5 short answer questions) I hope you enjoy! Be sure to check out my storefront here for more book companions: https://teachsimple.com/contributor/creatively-gifted

Milkweed Socratic Seminar Questions
Social Studies, ELA, History, History: World, Reading, Grade 7, 8, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies

Milkweed by Jerry Spinelli is a deeply moving novel that tells the story of a young orphan boy who lives insides of a Warsaw, Poland ghetto during the Second World War. The novel recounts many heartwarming, horrific, and tragic episodes in his life, and in the lives of those around him. This PDF file of Socratic Seminar Questions contains thirty-five carefully crafted queries on twelve pages. The first eleven pages contain either three or four questions, while the twelfth page contains a concluding question which requires a more detailed response from the students. All of the questions can be used to facilitate in-class discussions about the novel. The Socratic Seminar Questions can also be used for other purposes, such as homework assignments or classroom quizzes , and the pages will help teachers gauge whether or not the students have read and understand the specific sections of the novel. It is my hope that these Socratic Seminar Questions will be helpful to teachers who present Jerry Spinelli’s Milkweed to their students, and I believe that as the students read the novel they will find that the questions help them develop critical thinking skills in English and Language Arts. Common Core Standards for Reading and Writing for grades seven and eight are included at the end of the Socratic Seminar Questions. If you find that these questions are helpful to your students, please contact me with the names of other novels that you use in class and I will see if I can write questions for those books. My email address is: gary.ciesla@gmail.com . Thank you. You can find similar resources in my store!