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Guide your students through comprehensive novel studies that explore themes, characters, and plot development. These resources provide discussion questions, activities, and analysis tools. Incorporate them to deepen literary appreciation and critical thinking skills.
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The Legend of the Indian Paintbrush | Interactive Reading Packet
ELA, Reading, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
This resource is a The Legend of the Indian Paintbrush Interactive Reading Packet. This is a great component to your early finisher buckets or reading stations. Included: - 6 writing pages - 7 graphic organizers - Roll and retell - Labeling - 2 drawing pages - Flower poster - Picture vocabulary cards - Write the room - ABC order - true/false
Author Glitter and Grace
Tags Indian, Legend, Reading Centers, Story Plot, Author's Purpose, Indian Paintbrush Story
Escape From Big Muddy (Novel Study) Gr. 6-8
ELA, Literature, Grade 6, 7, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
Escape From Big Muddy (Novel Study) Gr. 6-8 An insightful and comprehensive resource tailor-made for educators, Escape From Big Muddy (Novel Study) Gr. 6-8 infuses exhilarating reading with interconnected subjects like geography, social studies and science. The original novel penned by Eric Wilson propels students into an action-filled expedition across Saskatchewan alongside protagonists Liz Austen and Marie. They brave through gripping situations including: Kidnappings International smuggling attempts Dangerous encounters with biker gangs This alluring narrative is woven together with a rich tapestry of Canadian geographic and historical details making learning a thrilling quest for children who love solving mysteries. About the Study Guide: This study guide brings to life various setting dynamics while deepening understanding of characterization as well as plot development strategies. Moreover, it’s specially crafted to fit the curriculum of Language Arts programs for grades 6-8 emphasizing literature study. This resource can be incorporated into both group or individual exercises. Included in this package: A comprehensive teacher section: This includes multiple educational activities along with chapter-by-chapter questions that inspire critical thinking in learners about their reading progression thus strengthening comprehension skills. A dedicated student section: Armed with handy tools like crosswords that help enhance vocabulary related to the text being studied among other resources designed to reinforce concepts taught during class hours. An answer key sheet: To enable teachers quickly assess student performance without additional research or guesswork. Summary: This instructional resource bridges the gap between fun fiction reading and tangible knowledge accumulation thus sparking a love for reading while also imparting important academic content. Consequently, Escape From Big Muddy novel study guide is an indispensable tool in crafting well-rounded learners.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags PDF
Novel - Film Study Guide: The Importance of Being Earnest
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Language Development, Vocabulary, Writing, Grade 10, 11, 12, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
Novel - Film Study Guide: The Importance of Being Earnest The intriguing approach of this guide compares the classic play, The Importance of Being Earnest, with the film, Airplane. As a comprehensive teacher resource packet, it effectively guides educators through an enriching discussion and examination process fostering critical thinking skills in their students. Target Audience: Grade 10, 11 and 12 language arts curriculums. Subjects Covered: Literature comprehension and vocabulary development alongside writing practice. Worksheets are included for class-wide discussions after reading scenes from the play aloud. Note sheets allow for capturing classroom discussions while viewing selected scenes from Airplane. The selection is ideally based on educator discretion taking into account specific learning targets as well as district guidelines for video material content. Review Sheet and Final Test A review sheet reinforcing comprehension and understanding of context is included before attempting the final test - a key element of this teaching resource package. This test assesses student understanding comparing varied forms of narratives explored in both print and visual media. Potential Uses: The study guide can be implemented across multiple settings including whole group classroom dynamics or small peer groups for collaborative learning exercises; additionally useful as homework assignment allowing independent exploration by learners at their individual pace. Digital Format Advantages:This teaching resource comes in editable Word Document format allowing unlimited prints or digital distribution among students. It also offers an array customization possibilities to fit learner needs or syllabus demands up to easy integration within tech-enabled distance education curriculum frameworks.
Author The Education Lab
Tags Literary Devices, Comparative Analysis, Discussion Guide, Comprehension Reinforcement, Test Assessment
There Was An Old Lady Who Swallowed A Rose Book Companion & Articulation Practice
Special Resources, Speech Therapy, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables
There Was An Old Lady Who Swallowed A Rose Book Companion & Articulation Practice After reading There Was An Old Lady Who Swallowed A Rose, continue building young readers' skills with this interactive digital resource. Educators can reinforce vocabulary, reading comprehension, categorization, prepositions, and articulation in their whole group, small group, or individual student instruction. Students will answer engaging WH questions, practice initial, medial, and final sound production with phonemes like /b/, /d/, /sh/, and more. This literacy-based speech therapy resource creatively integrates a beloved children's book into skills practice for preschool through elementary school. Use the chocolate-themed extension activity for additional phonics work or as a fun student reward. This Boom CardsTM product transforms There Was An Old Lady into repeated reading and language development opportunities.
Author The Tattooed Speechie
Tags Balanced Literacy, Oral Communication, Speech Therapy, Boom Deck, There Was An Old Lady Who Swallowed A Rose!, There Was An Old Lady Who Swallowed A Rose
"There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Bell" Book Companion
ELA, Reading, Kindergarten, Preschool, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables
This is an activity that goes along with There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Bell. If you have read this story with your students, this is an activity packet that will pair well for your little learners. All you have to do is print and go. With this story, the students will be completing two activities. On page 3, students are coloring by numbers. it features a picture of the old lady. The colors students will get to practice with are: Gray Tan / Peach / Brown Yellow / Gold Red / Green Pink The color by number will also have students practice with numbers 1-5. Pages 4 and 5 go together as a retell activity . Students will color both pages. On page 4, you can see the area that needs to be cut out. For page 5, students will find and color the items that the old lady swallowed. Then they will color the wreath green and cut it out. As students retell the story, they will move the old lady or wreath around, so the items show in the old lady’s opened mouth one at a time.
Author Hook Learn and Tinker
Tags There Was An Old Lady Who Swallowed A Bell, Book Companion, Wreath, Coloring Pages, Cut And Glue Activity, Preschool, Color By Number, Reading Station
Of Mice and Men Interactive Flip book Study Guide
ELA, Literature, Not Grade Specific, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
This flip book goes through all 6 sections of the novella by John Steinbeck. It also include a character map and background information to help your students successfully navigate through the text. Answer key is included and the questions are easy to answer while reading the section or after the novella is done. Easy to use and easy to grade. It makes a great study guide for students.
Author Educate and Create
Tags Of Mice And Men, Steinbeck, Study Guide, Reading, Study Guide Of Mice And Men
A Night Divided Novel Study Theme and Symbolism Extension Activities
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Strategies, Literature, Grade 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies, Activities, Worksheets
A Night Divided Novel Study Theme and Symbolism Extension Activities is a comprehensive resource designed to enhance students' exploration of the novel 'A Night Divided'. This resource emphasizes advanced reading concepts such as theme, symbolism, perspective, and figurative language. It offers versatile tools in both printable PDF and Google Slides & Forms (digital) versions. The provided exercises provoke extended class discussions and peer exchanges. The complex questions require responses supported by textual evidence, speculative short answers, creation of imagery among others. It's explicitly aimed at challenging learners' critical thinking skills. Figuatrative Language Identification Worksheets The package includes worksheets related to recognizing figurative language used in 'A Night Divided'. These exercises can be done either as a whole group activity or small teams working on various chapters enabling learners to decode the type of figurative language used together with its meaning and rationale for usage. Theme Study Activity The 'Theme Study' section engages students into stimulating debates about the themes present in the novel; it prompts them forming smaller discussion circles each dissecting a different theme - providing opportunities for differentiated learning. Symbolsim Analysis Worksheets This also extends to Symbolism Analysis worksheets that theoretically challenge students as they investigate differing symbols used across this narrative. Perspective Establishing Exercises Learners are offered certain quotations from 'A Night Divided'. Learners are then required provide reasoned responses drawing anecdotes based on their personal perception or events directly drawn from the book. Learners finally fuse their thought-processes with their creative capabilities responding through designing hoodies that symbolize themes/ideas derived backed up by supportive text excerpts drawn from "Night Divided". In totality, A Night Divided Novel Study Theme and Symbolism Extension Activities offer numerous ways for learners to connect with and delve deeper into the thematic sphere of this engaging novel. This resource is tailored for middle school aged students (Grades 4-8) aligning perfectly with Language Arts curricula focusing on comprehension, strategies, literature reading.
Author Creatively Gifted
Tags Theme Study, Symbolism Analysis, Figurative Language, Higher-level Thinking Skills, Extended Activities
Old Yeller - Literature Kit Gr. 5-6
ELA, Literature, Grade 5, 6, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables
The Old Yeller - Literature Kit Gr. 5-6 The Old Yeller - Literature Kit Grades 5-6 is a superb educational tool designed to enhance the reading experience for both teachers and students. This kit opens up a world of activities based on the touching narrative about the friendship between a boy named Travis and a stray dog. One of this resource's striking features is how it enhances comprehension through engaging tasks such as: Exploring Travis's feelings after the deer shooting Making predictions about Old Yeller’s fate Distinguishing between true and false statements related to events in the story It helps develop critical thinking, pushing learners beyond absorbing general plot points. Besides character exploration, it also taps into history by encouraging research on women settlers from that era - thereby integrating Language Arts with History in alignment with State Standards for Grades 5-6. The kit's flexibility allows for various uses: In-class group conversations Solo homework tasks Its easy-to-follow design includes extra tools like crossword puzzles & word searches based on key 'Old Yeller' elements. A comprehensive comprehension quiz beautifully complements these fun activities, cultivating revision habit while strengthening recall among young readers. This literature companion places emphasis on understanding how Old Yeller shapes Travis evolution, Enhancing not just rudimentary storyline exploration but promoting an all-round personality study pivoted on human-animal bonds growth fostering empathy, valor and responsibility. In Summary: The Old Yeller – Literature Kit Gr. 5-6 : Packs diverse task-types supporting multiple intelligence skills development among students Is contained in a single PDF file, providing easy digital distribution among peers or for reference at home It arrays literature learning more as a dynamic creative process rather than rote memorization; utilizing immersive narratives that resonate with students and contribute significantly towards overall literacy enhancement.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags PDF
Ada Twist, Scientist | Book Companion Activities | Digital Book Study
ELA, Reading, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables
This resource is a digital book study deck for Ada Twist, Scientist. Each lesson will include the read-aloud and a quick write. Students will work on skills such as: -Sequencing -Comprehension -Story Elements -Summarizing
Author Teach Me This
Tags Ada Twist, Book Study, Book Companion, Digital Reading, Digital Activities, Ada Twist Scientist Read Aloud
Pirates Love Underpants: Language-Literacy Book Companion Packet
Special Resources, Special Education Needs (SEN), Speech Therapy, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
Pirates Love Underpants Book Companion for Emerging Readers The Pirates Love Underpants book companion helps early learners develop literacy skills through shared reading activities. Educators guide students through a picture walk, repeated readings with story props, and identifying letter repetition. Additional scaffolding includes sentence stems, writing prompts, comprehension questions, character webs, and hands-on extension activities. This resource targets core and fringe vocabulary growth in a predictable format. Use the materials whole-group, small-group, or one-on-one. The packet suits early learning, preschool, kindergarten, first grade, special education, speech therapy, and English language learners. Download the PDF packet and help emergent readers love books and literacy.
Author Belleville Area Special Services Cooperative (BASSC)
Tags Pirates Love Underpants, Pirates Love Underpants Book Companion, Aac Book Companion, Aace Resource, Complex Communication Needs, Aac And Literacy
Jack gets a Clue: The Case of the Beagle Burglar Novel Study
ELA, Reading, Grade 2, 3, 4, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
The Jack gets a Clue: The Case of the Beagle Burglar Novel Study is a packet full of engaging comprehensive printables for students to enjoy. For each chapter break down, students will complete: - detective details - story snapshot - text connections There is a final project for students to complete at the end. Project options are: 1. Brochure 2. Menu 3. Write a summary 4. Comic Strip 5. Timeline A grading rubric is included.
Author O'Hoppy Day
Tags Novel Study Guide, Jack Gets A Clue, Book Companion, Text Connections, Character Traits
The Grapes of Wrath - Literature Kit Gr. 9-12
ELA, Literature, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables
The Grapes of Wrath Literature Kit for grades 9-12 is a comprehensive teaching resource designed to engage students while exploring this Pulitzer Prize-winning novel. As educators explore this influential piece of literature, they're provided with a variety of tools to guide students in understanding the complex themes and historical context. This kit offers: A unique blend of thought-provoking study questions that can stimulate classroom discussions or be used to keep track of student comprehension throughout reading. An interactive learning experience by encouraging students to step into the shoes of the Joad family, enhancing their understanding and empathy towards circumstances during the Great Depression. An extension beyond literature analysis; it intertwines other academic areas as well. For instance, students will explore different industries impacted by droughts besides farming which supports cross-curriculum learning concerning environmental studies or history lessons. With its vocabulary matching exercise, it contributes significantly towards enriching language arts skills and extending word knowledge. The tool beautifully juxtaposes expository and narrative chapters within the book through its Structure Graphic Organizer activity promoting analytical thinking about different literary structures. The material contains some engaging features like crossword puzzles and word searches that not only entertain but also reinforce learning about key concepts from the book. To consistently gauge comprehension levels throughout lessons, completion quizzes are included alongside answer keys assisting teachers with effective assessment measures. What truly sets this product apart is its alignment with individual state standards and varying pedagogical requirements across diverse education systems thus upholding its commitment toward aligning instruction with essential educational benchmarks while catering for holistic literary aware development among learners at higher grade levels 9-12. Concludingly if you're seeking an all-round tool for dissecting John Steinbeck's classic 'The Grapes Of Wrath', this downloadable PDF format literature kit is an educator's treasure.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags PDF
"Voices from the Underground Railroad" Novel Study Unit
ELA, Literature, Common Core, Grade 4, 5, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables
Introduction Presenting the Voices from the Underground Railroad Novel Study Unit - a detailed and comprehensive teaching resource specifically designed for 4th and 5th grade students. This teaching tool encompasses multiple aspects related to the instruction of 'Voices from the Underground Railroad' by Kay Winters. Unit Structure A total of 16 thorough lessons, each equipped with 15 demanding items. A pre-assessment warm-up activity for an engaging start. An easy-to-navigate student reference help page. Evaluation Tools This unit incorporates: Frequent assessments tools, "Individual student score sheets per chapter" Sixteen five-point Common Core State Standard (CCSS) quizzes after every lesson, "Three ten-point Fill-in-the-blank context clue Vocabulary tests" split through lessons,/ul> Covered Standards The unit covers a range of essential requirements such as: Main ideas and themes,> Tone deciphering,> ,The suite also includes: LilitoolA delightful Student WordArt Template for vocabulary exercises./Unit Conclusion/pThis detailed resource can be incorporated into full classroom instruction, small group activities or individual homework; providing adaptability to educators. It assists in making literature learning more structured and focused while keeping it enjoyable and aligned with key language arts targets. a necessity in keeping track of progress, including: Tone deciphering,> ,The suite also includes: LilitoolA delightful Student WordArt Template for vocabulary exercises./Unit Conclusion/pThis detailed resource can be incorporated into full classroom instruction, small group activities or individual homework; providing adaptability to educators. It assists in making literature learning more structured and focused while keeping it enjoyable and aligned with key language arts targets. a necessity in keeping track of progress, including:
Author TrilogyTeacher
Tags Novel Study, Comprehension, Assessment, Literature Learning, Language Arts
The Viking Princess (Novel Study) Gr. 5-8
ELA, Literature, Grade 5, 6, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
The Viking Princess Novel Study This comprehensive teaching resource is primarily designed for the fifth to eighth-grade level. It provides an in-depth guide that wholly supports the language arts curriculum, with a focus on literature enrichment. The Viking Princess is a captivating tale centered around Edith Valgardsdottir, a young twelve-year-old girl who yearns for adventure and leadership despite being expected to handle conventional chores. Teaching Use: This tool can be utilized in multiple ways such as for whole class discussions, small group work or individual assignments for homeschooling. Literacy Skills: The resource promotes comprehension and critical thinking about character motivations and story elements. Enrichment Activities: Includes interesting activities like crossword puzzles and word searches enhancing vocabulary skills in an enjoyable manner! Simplified Reviewing Sessions:An answer key is included within the resource enabling simple reviewing sessions. This uniquely structured learning opportunity takes simple reading pleasure to immersive exploration of history, responsibilities against personal aspirations, adventure receptivity all parallelly functioning into precision-tuned literacy development.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags PDF
Where the Wild Things Are - Literature Kit Gr. 1-2
ELA, Literature, Grade 1, 2, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables
Where the Wild Things Are - Literature Kit Gr. 1-2 A comprehensive language arts resource centered around the classic children's story. This teaching tool takes students on a journey with Max, helping them explore important themes such as family, imagination, and acceptance of others. Engaging Activities Youngsters will delve into Max's mindset to decide if he regrets succumbing to his Wild Thing aspect. Word matching tasks teach vocabulary skills. Learners gain an understanding of tense differences through word transformation tasks. Students must complete statements about events from the book by adding 'before' or 'after' for accuracy. Creative Projects In one creative project, pupils imagine they are planning meals for their own version of Wild Things Land. There is also opportunity for introspection and comparison when completing a Venn diagram drawing similarities between themselves and the adventurous protagonist Max. Additionals Materials The inclusion of additional materials like crossword puzzles reinforces learned vocabulary while word search segments provide alternate spelling-practice methods. A comprehension quiz assists educators in monitoring student progress toward mastering concepts unveiled within this memorable narrative. The provided answer key aids teachers with focused guiding during learning sessions or self-directed studying moments at home or school library study spaces. This Where The Wild Things Are - Literature Kit Gr. 1-2 resource is designed with Grade 1-Grade 2 level schoolwork requirements mindfully integrated throughout activities specificities so it remains age-appropriate across diverse classrooms demographics which is delivered in a handy PDF format for easy download and use.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags PDF
"Stone Fox" Novel Study
ELA, Literature, Grade 2, 3, 4, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
Stone Fox Novel Study in bookmark form. Each chapter has its own double-sided bookmark and includes questions to ask before reading, after reading, and optional activities to do with each chapter. The bookmark format makes discussion prep simple: just slide the coordinating bookmark into the chapter and you're done! It’s a small handheld reference to use while you read that makes class discussions easy and manageable. I love this format because I can make the bookmarks ahead of time and place them in the book at each new chapter- then when I open it to read- all of my teacher plans and prompts are right there! How To Use This: Bookmarks: Print and cut out bookmarks. Each chapter has a front and back to the chapter bookmark. Use a glue stick to lightly attach coordinating pieces. Laminate the bookmarks and then cut apart. Punch a hole in the corners and use a book ring to keep organized when not in use. Place bookmark in coordinating chapter when prepping your lessons. Worksheets: Each chapter has a coordinating worksheet. Print and copy desired worksheets when prepping your lessons. The bookmarks are convenient to utilize during partner time, small group, and whole group discussions. Students will love pulling their bookmarks out and finding the correct chapter when it is time for discussion. The worksheets can be completed independently or with a partner. You can also allow students to complete worksheets in small group with you. In doing so, you can assess their comprehension and their writing skills. What you get: · 10 double-sided bookmarks. Each bookmark coordinates with one of the chapters. They have discussion topics or questions to talk about before reading, then things to discuss after reading. Each bookmark also includes a project or additional fun idea to go along with the chapter. · 10 worksheets. Each worksheet coordinates with a chapter.
Author Simply Schoolgirl
Tags Novel Study, Book Companion, Reading Bookmarks, Literature Circles, Small Group, Vocabulary, Partner Work, Character Analysis, Story Elements, Stone Fox Chapter 3, I Love Stone Fox, Stone Fox Chapter 8, Stone Fox Chapter 4, Stone Fox Chapter 7, Stone Fox Lesson Plans
Charlotte's Web Novel Study Guide
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Language Development, Vocabulary, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
This Novel Study Guide is for the story Charlotte's Web, written by E.B. White. This resource includes comprehension and critical thinking questions for each chapter of the novel. Each Chapter section includes: - Vocabulary words with definitions. - Fill-in-the-blank questions. - True or false. - Multiple choice. - Short answer questions. Also included are word puzzles: - Word Decoder - Word Search - Word Scramble - Crossword - Hangman The resource finishes off with group projects. About this Resource: This resource is a study of the novel Charlotte’s Web, written by E.B. White. The Novel Study Guide includes vocabulary and comprehension questions for each chapter of the novel. Students are meant to read the chapter, then answer the matching questions for that chapter. Teachers can choose to hand the questions out one chapter at a time, or group them into sections. A natural section break is provided in this guide with assessment-style puzzles. Teachers can hand out the chapter sections, followed by the assessment puzzle. About the Chapter Worksheets: Each chapter includes 4 pages: a Vocabulary page, Short Answer page, Long Answer page, and Answer Key. Vocabulary: 10 words taken from the chapter are listed with their meanings. 10 fill-in-the-blank questions are given. Students must finish each sentence using a vocabulary word. Short Answer: 6 True or False questions are provided. Students must answer each statement as True or False. 6 multiple choice questions are provided. Students must answer each question with the best answer option. Long Answer: 6 comprehension and critical thinking questions are provided. Students answer each question with complete sentences on the lines provided. About the Section Puzzles: 5 assessment-style puzzles are provided in this resource. They appear at the end of chapter sections. Word Decoder: Several word puzzles are provided. Each puzzle is written using numbers. Use the provided legend to decode the word puzzle. Word Search: A word search puzzle and selection of vocabulary words are provided. Find the vocabulary words hidden in the puzzle. Word Scramble: Several word puzzles are provided. Unscramble the words to make the vocabulary words. Crossword: A crossword puzzle, selection of vocabulary words and clues are provided. Solve each clue with the vocabulary word that matches. Write the vocabulary word in the matching spot in the crossword puzzle. Hangman: Guess letters to fill in the hidden vocabulary words. Guess a wrong letter and fill in the hangman. Finish the word before the hangman is done. About the Group Projects: 3 end-of-unit group projects are provided at the end of the resource. Complete these at the end of the unit.
Author Ibby Resources
Tags Novel, Resource, Activities, Reading, Comprehension, Study, Literature, Worksheets
CHESTER'S WAY - STUDY GUIDE Gr. 2-4
ELA, Literature, Grade 2, 3, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
In this Novel Study, follow the adventures of Chester and Wilson as they learn a valuable lesson about acceptance. Chester and his friend Wilson decide they don't like Lilly because she is very different. However, they soon learn that differences can be good. Activities in this unit focus on: word study - synonyms and antonyms, comprehension - noting detail and making comparisons, creativity, mathematics - graphing and problem solving, writing - poetry, descriptive, procedural, narrative, expository writing, and internet activities.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags Study Guide, Word Study, Synonyms, Antonyms, Literature, Chester's Way, Chester's Way Pdf, Chesters Way
3 Leprechauns | Book Companion Activities | Digital Book Study
ELA, Reading, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables
This resource is a digital book study deck for 3 Leprechauns. Each lesson will include the read-aloud and a quick write. Students will work on skills such as: -Main Idea -True/False -Close Reading -Summarizing
Author Teach Me This
Tags Reading Comprehension, Digital Reading Lesson, Book Study, Book Companion, Leprechauns
NUMBER THE STARS Comprehension/Assessment/Exit Quiz Novel Study Unit
ELA, Reading, Grade 4, 5, 6, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables
Teachers will come in each morning excited to administer this unit, worksheets, activities, and assessments to their students. At the end of the day, the teacher will have confidence that their pupils have grown in reading and in their confidence as a reader. Every lesson is filled with engaging material, and the students will be encouraged to read on a dialy basis. This unit and book is also cross-curricular in nature so your students will learn history and ELA standards at the same time. There is also a rigorous final multiple choice test. I have had numerouis teachers tell me that this unit is much more engaging and rigorous than the other units for this book they've used in the past. That is very rewarding for me to hear and read from teachers I don't even know. · 17 Rigorous 1-15 Lessons with Comprehension, Vocabulary, Homophone, Mystery Main Idea, Historical Sketch, Spelling, Individual or Group Work Sheets · 17 Five Point CCSS Multiple Choice Exit Quizzes (1 for each Lesson)! · 4 Twelve Point Fill-In-The-Blank Context Clue Vocabulary Tests from the Vocabulary Words and 1 every 4 Chapters (48 total words)! ·
Author TrilogyTeacher
Tags Novel Study Unit, Comprehension Unit
George Washington's Socks Novel Study Unit
ELA, Literature, Grade 4, 5, 6, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables
This George Washington's Socks Novel Study Unit is packed with 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 Historical Fiction, Literature, Novel Study, Comprehension, Assessments, George Washington's Socks, George Washington Socks The Book
"Octopus Stew" Book Companion Activities
ELA, Reading, Grade 3, 4, 5, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables
Looking for engaging and standards-aligned activities to complement Octopus Stew by Eric Velasquez? This picture book companion is a complete, print-and-go supplemental resource with 58 reading activities designed to meet diverse learning needs! Students will dive deep into the story by identifying key elements, exploring character traits, making inferences, comparing and contrasting, determining the theme, and more. With activities like retelling, sequencing, cause and effect, and reader response questions, this resource encourages higher-order thinking and helps students strengthen comprehension skills. They will also love creative tasks like designing a book cover, writing diary entries, and imagining social media posts from the characters. ⭐️What’s Included: Making Predictions: Students predict the text before reading. Judging by the Cover: Students examine the cover and respond to questions. Story Elements: Fill in words and pictures for the story's elements. Sequencing: Retell and illustrate the story’s key moments. Character Traits: Explore and describe traits of main characters. Cause & Effect, Problem & Solution: Activities that require critical thinking. Reader Response Questions: Thought-provoking questions with text evidence. Creative Writing & Art Projects : Diary entries, comic strips, social media posts, book cover designs, and more! Research Projects: Long and short research projects on octopuses and sharks with graphic organizers and report templates. And More! Perfect for independent work, group activities, or centers, this resource will save you time while providing high-quality, engaging lessons that students will love! Note: Book not included.
Author Creatively Gifted
Tags Book Companion, Read Aloud Activities, Reading Comprehension, Elementary Reading, Read Aloud Lessons, Hispanic Heritage Month, Interactive Read Aloud Activities, Octopus Stew
No Moon, No Milk!: 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, Book Companion, Aac Book Companion, Core Vocabulary, Aac Language Packet, Aac Literacy Packet, No Moon No Milk
JULIUS, BABY OF THE WORLD - STUDY GUIDE Gr. 2-4
ELA, Literature, Grade 2, 3, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
JULIUS, BABY OF THE WORLD - STUDY GUIDE Gr. 2-4 The JULIUS, BABY OF THE WORLD - STUDY GUIDE Gr. 2-4 is a comprehensive teaching resource perfect for use in Grade 2 and Grade 3 classrooms. It presents educators with a structured approach to exploring Kevin Henkes' warmly relatable tale of sibling rivalry and love. Exploring Emotional Journey This guide helps students delve into the emotional journey of Lilly as she grapples with familiarity and jealousy kicked off by Julius', her baby brother's arrival. Teachers facilitate these explorations through various activities that promote effective learning alongside the development of core Language Arts competencies. Wide Range Of Activities & Their Benefits A range of activities seamlessly blends literature with fundamental topics such as word study, comprehension, synonyms and syllables—all aimed at cultivating sharper lingual acuity among students. Character studies let teachers lead guided discussions on the book’s personalities, encouraging pupils to learn empathetically while honing their comprehension skills. Honing Key Writing Skills & Cognitive Abilities This guide goes beyond story exploration—it also serves as an excellent tool for honing key writing skills amongst young learners who are gearing up for higher grades ahead. From descriptive writing exercises that fire up their imagination to expository writing tasks that demand attention-to-detail; narrative prompts encouraging storytelling brilliance to procedural tasks garnering logical thinking – all prove instrumental not just in invigorating their literary capabilities but nourishing crucial cognitive abilities too. Maintaining Student Progress With A Reflection Journal To ensure consistent tracking of student progress, it further recommends keeping a reflection journal—an invaluable way for learners themselves to monitor how far they've come and how much they've grown during their ‘Julius Baby Of The World’ exploration journey. Resource Features This resource comes as an easy-to-use PDF file featuring 30 ready-to-print pages packed with stimulating material mapped straight from Lilly's world right into your classroom setting—ready for one-on-one mentoring sessions or group lesson plans within public schools or homeschoolers frameworks alike. In Summary From fostering empathetic understanding towards real-world familial dynamics to strengthening language skills—all neatly packed within engaging storytelling— the JULIUS, BABY OF THE WORLD - STUDY GUIDE Gr. 2-4, is not just a learning resource but an essential asset for nurturing well-rounded, language-competent students who are ready to face what comes next in their academic journey.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags Literature, Study Guide, Summarizing, Character Study, Comprehension Questions