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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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Nana Upstairs & Nana Downstairs Book Companion
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Grade 2, 3, 4, Teacher Tools, Graphic Organizers, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies, Activities, Worksheets
This picture book companion is a complete supplemental resource for the book Nana Upstairs & Nana Downstairs by Tomie dePaola. It includes 31 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 thoroughly enjoy the captivating activities, and you'll value the time saved from scouring for advanced resources to address challenging reading concepts. The offered activities are crafted to foster higher-order thinking, prompt students to present textual proof for their reasoning, and inspire them to share their personal insights and viewpoints. ⭐️This Resource Includes:⭐️ ◾ Making Predictions: Before reading the book, students will make predictions about the text. ◾ 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. ◾ Cause & Effect (simplified): 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: Students cut & match up cause & effect cards, then paste them in the correct boxes (ANSWER KEY included). ◾ Making Inferences: Students use clues & schema to make inferences while reading the story. ◾ Making Connections: Students make connections to an event from the story. ◾ Notice & Note: Students will notice the important details the author includes in the text & illustrations and take notes on what they notice. ◾ 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 (Tommy): Students include details from the story to describe what the character says, thinks, does, and feels. ◾ Character Inside & Out (Nana Upstairs): Students include details from the story to describe what the character says, thinks, does, and feels. ◾ Character Inside & Out (Nana Downstairs): Students include details from the story to describe what the character says, thinks, does, and feels. ◾ Character Traits: Students choose 4 important character traits that describe the main character and provide evidence from the text to support their choices. ◾ Character Feelings: 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: Students select the character traits that best describe Tommy at different times throughout the story and provide examples from the book to support each character trait. ◾ Character Change: 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 will draw a scene from the story and 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. ◾ 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. ◾ Thinking Beyond the Text: Students will answer questions that require them to think beyond the text. ◾ Sensory Details: Students choose an event from the story and describe it using the five senses. ◾ Wait... There's More!: Students will write about what happens next in the story. ◾ Something Special: Students draw pictures of Tommy & Nana Upstairs doing something special and of themselves doing something special with an older family member or friend. Then, they compare and contrast Tommy & Nana's relationship to their relationship with an older relative or friend. ◾ Book Review: Students will 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. ◾ Biography Brochure: Students conduct research to learn more about the author, Tomie dePaola's life, and create a brochure. ◾ Biography One-Pager: Students research further into the life of Tomie dePaola and complete the biography handout. ◾ Acrostic Poem: Students write an acrostic poem that includes facts and describes the author, Tomie dePaola. 💡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. This resource is for extension read-aloud activities only. 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
Author Creatively Gifted
Tags IRA, Picture Book Activities, Read Aloud Lessons, Interactive Read Aloud Activities, Elementary Reading, Reading Comprehension, Fountas And Pinnell IRA, Second Grade, Tomie Depaola, Author Study
The Scarlet Letter Study Guide Flip book
ELA, Literature, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
The study guide presented in the form of an interactive flipbook is a comprehensive educational tool designed to accompany students as they journey through the classic novel "The Scarlet Letter." This resource is meticulously crafted to serve as a complete guide, covering every aspect of the book from its beginning to its conclusion. The flipbook format adds an engaging, tactile element to the learning experience, making it more enjoyable for students. One of the standout features of this study guide is its chapter-by-chapter question sets. These questions are thoughtfully constructed to encourage critical thinking and to deepen the reader's understanding of the text. They can be filled out either as the student progresses through each chapter or after completing the entire book, offering flexibility in the learning process. In addition to the chapter questions, the guide also includes a detailed character map. This visual tool helps students keep track of the complex relationships and developments among the characters in the story. By providing a clear overview, the character map aids in the comprehension of the novel's intricate narrative. Another enriching component of the flipbook is the section dedicated to the historical background of the time period in which "The Scarlet Letter" is set. This context allows students to better understand the societal norms and values that influence the characters' actions and decisions. It adds an extra layer of depth to the story, making it more relatable and impactful. The guide also contains valuable information about the author, offering insights into the mind behind this literary masterpiece. Understanding the author's background and motivations can provide a new perspective on the themes and symbols within the novel. To make the educator's job easier, the flipbook comes complete with an answer key. This feature streamlines the grading process, saving time and ensuring accuracy. Teachers can quickly assess students' comprehension and engagement with the material, making the interactive flipbook study guide an indispensable resource for both students and educators alike.
Author Educate and Create
Tags The Scarlet Letter, Scarlet Letter, Hawthrone, Study Guide, The Scarlet Letter Study Guide Answer Key, Scarlet Letter Study Guide Answer, Scarlet Letter Study Guide, The Scarlet Letter Study Guide, The Scarlet Letter Study Guides
Novel Study Guide: Huck Finn Exam Prep
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Language Development, Vocabulary, Writing, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
Novel Study Guide: Huck Finn Exam Prep The Novel Study Guide: Huck Finn Exam Prep is an inclusive teaching resource designed especially for teachers in the fields of Language Arts. This guide covers multiple areas such as Literature, Vocabulary, Comprehension, and Writing. Main Activities: Vocabulary Assessment : Engages students by interacting with targeted terms in significant ways. Reading Comprehension Assessment Tool: Versatile either after reading sessions or as revision before major tests. Review Sheet:A meticulously crafted tool that provides an effective recap for learners before exams. A standout feature is its journal assignment focused on a dominant theme of Mark Twain's work. The assignment utilizes various skills including reading comprehension, writing, knowledge of literary forms and devices,s well research methodologies applied to technology instruction. This helps student to link the worlds of literature and history Included Material: A four-page representation providing what excellent output could look like. This guide with direct links throughout the full 'Huckleberry Finn' novel includes mostly objective questions but also an essay portion for those who prefer a more detailed examination process. The resource can be used for group activities due to its features catering to group or collaborative learning while can be easily adapted for smaller groups or individualized learning–illustrating its widespread application across different learning environments. In summary, The 'Novel Study Guide: Huck Finn Exam Prep', offers comprehensive tools ensuring effectiveness in delivering language arts instruction – fostering vibrant student engagement ultimately culminating in high academic performance.
Author The Education Lab
Tags Novel Study, Huck Finn, Exam Prep, Literature Assessment, Vocabulary Activity
Novel Study: The Great Gilly Hopkins Katherine Paterson
ELA, Writing, Grade 4, 5, 6, 7, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables
Novel Study: The Great Gilly Hopkins by Katherine Paterson This exquisite teaching resource is designed to supplement your language arts curriculum , providing a comprehensive and engaging journey through literacy for students of grades 4 to 7. It offers an immersive experience, combining an appropriate coming-of-age story with detail-oriented analysis. Activities Included: Skill-based tasks, Group projects, Vocabulary exercises, Games, and Comprehension questions. Covered Skills: The wide variety of skills covered in this resource include: Interpretation of character traits, Evidence usage from text analyses for reasoned answers, Mastery over context clues detection and mood identification in literary contexts. Furthermore, comprehension of figurative language usage and identification are significant aspects of this study pack. It also introduces students to various forms of conflicts like man vs. man/self/wild along with developing their ability to make different types of inferences such as Text -Text/Self/World. This ties together critical thinking skills with engaging literature analysis into a comprehensive learning package. Note for Teachers: This PDF formatted collection aims at holistically incorporating common core standards into your Language Arts curriculum plans while keeping lessons interactive and impactful, ideal for teachers who value adaptable resources. To keep the class engaged throughout their literary journey, posters are included along with additional opportunities that cater to student engagement reinforcing concepts learnt during readings thereby transforming Language Art classes into enriched learning experiences!
Author Big Apple Teaching
Tags Novel Study, Language Arts, Comprehension Skills, Character Analysis, Figurative Language
Novel - Film Study Guide: The Truman Show Archetypes
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Language Development, Vocabulary, Writing, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
Novel - Film Study Guide: The Truman Show Archetypes This highly specialized teaching resource is The Novel - Film Study Guide: The Truman Show Archetypes. It's an ideal tool for educators in grades 8 to 12. This unique educational product extends learning from conventional text-based literature to include language arts elements conveyed through media and film. The primary focus of this guide is to deepen understanding of literary archetypes using school-friendly, modern films. Using the intriguing film, "The Truman Show", the guide explores such basic literary archetypes as: The Golden Age, God-teacher, God-temptor, and End of childhood. Your students will use this guide's thought-provoking questions about the movie, allowing them to draw parallels between these literary devices themselves. This study isn't limited just yet. Depending on context & class understanding level you may stretch it into themes like Metamorphosis or Floods. Whether used for whole-class learning or for supplementing regular coursework via homework assignments – this guide offers a flexible approach! You also receive a bonus! When you purchase this guide, you receive a complimentary handout based on the film “Armageddon”. This handy tool delves even further into standard Greco-Roman archetypes. Ease-of-Use The file comes in Word Document format - making amending it according to student needs or breaking it down for smaller groups easy and efficient! Merge entertainment with education seamlessly using our specially designed Novel-Film Study Guide – your perfect success formula in today’s contemporary teaching techniques!
Author The Education Lab
Tags Archetypes, Film Analysis, Literature Scrutiny, Vocabulary Building, Comprehension Refinement
We Were Liars by Emily Lockhart | Novel Study Guide
ELA, Literature, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
This resource is a We Were Liars by Emily Lockhart printables /novel-studies">Novel Study Guide. Students will get a chance to complete webquests as they dive into this novel. They will answer discussion questions, create their own dictionary and so much more. Answer keys are included.
Author Time Thrifty Teacher
Tags Book Companion, Novel, Study Guide, Biographies, We Were Liars, Liars Lessons Antiques
Where The Wild Things Are Book Companion - BOOM Cards
Special Resources, Speech Therapy, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables
Where The Wild Things Are: A Comprehensive Book Companion Delving into the charming and fun world of Maurice Sendak's "Where The Wild Things Are", this book companion is a comprehensive tool for educators intending to reinforce essential educational elements such as: Vocabulary Receptive Language Story Elements Prepositions, and WH Questions. 'Accompanying the fascinating journey of Max into the island inhabited by Wild Things, this educational tool harmonises learning with enjoyment in an interactive format - BOOM Cards.' Potential Users & Applicability Ideally suited for preschoolers up to 5th graders, it nestles perfectly into any existing curriculum for Special Resources or Speech Therapy. However, its wide range of applicability does not confine itself to these subjects alone. Educational Tool Amplified By Technology An exemplar piece highlighting how technology enhances active learning experiences in children in an engaging way; these interactive Boom Cards allow students to self-check their work and receive instant feedback on their answers—an excellent tool for homework assignments or examination preparations where autonomous revision can play a vital role. Creativity Boosting Activity Included An added enticing feature is 'Build A Wild Thing' activity promoting creativity while consolidating acquired knowledge. This resource comes readily available in a convenient PDF file format offering easy accessibility both online and offline- requires no printing or laminating hence spares you extra effort typically associated with preparation of teaching materials whilst maintaining high-quality education standards. Add Value To Each Teaching Moment 'Discovering new ways to make each teaching moment count is what every educator strive towards; therefore adding this promising book companion tailored around Maurice Sendak's 'Where The Wild Things Are', encourages hands-on, minds-on comprehensive learning marking it as a sterling addition into any lesson strategy roundup.'
Author The Tattooed Speechie
Tags Interactive Learning, Vocabulary Development, Story Elements, Prepositions, WH Questions, Where The Wild Things Are Lesson Plans, Where The Wild Things Are Lesson Plans Preschool, Where The Wild Things Are Preschool Lesson Plans
Book Companion: B is for BANANAS: AAC-Language-Literacy
Special Resources, Special Education Needs (SEN), Speech Therapy, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
Book Companion : B is for BANANAS provides speech therapists, special education teachers, and early elementary educators with shared reading, writing, and language activities to use alongside the picture book B is for Bananas. This resource focuses on the letter B and includes story props, comprehension questions, character webs, visual supports, repeated reading guidance, writing scaffolds, art extensions, and more to target literacy and communication skills. Whether used for whole group, small group, or individual instruction, this book companion integrates multisensory learning to help diverse early learners achieve alphabet, vocabulary, and narrative comprehension goals. With customized supports that align to many ability levels, this resource enables educators to facilitate interactive reading lessons that boost participation, engagement, and language growth.
Author Belleville Area Special Services Cooperative (BASSC)
Tags Core Vocabulary, Aac Book Companion, Aac And Literacy, B Is For Bananas, Bedtime Theme, Alphabet Book
"Extras" Novel | Multiple Choice Chapter Questions
ELA, Literature, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
This resource pairs with the novel Extras. It is broken up into 3 parts for the novel and each part has at least 10 multiple-choice questions. Answer key included.
Author Angela Zelaya
Tags Literature, Novel Study, Chapter Book, Imagery, Extras
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.
Author Mitchell Zuvela
Tags Teaching Resource, Language Arts, Reading, Education, Photography
Novel Study Guide: The Great Gatsby
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Language Development, Vocabulary, Writing, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
Novel Study Guide: The Great Gatsby This is a comprehensive teaching resource specifically tailored to boost understanding of this classic literary work. This novel study guide targets high school students Grades 9-12, focusing mainly on subjects such as language arts with discipline-specific topics including literature, vocabulary, comprehension and writing. The inherent allure of The Great Gatsby: This has led to its transformation into six film adaptations since 1926, three of them in the past decade alone! Explore why this ageless story remains so captivating using the material provided in this product. Resource Functionality: Gauge student comprehension of characters, themes, symbols and motifs throughout Chapters I-VII. Journey activities that can be adjusted or elevated to summative project tasks based on your educational situation Customizable components making it ideal for differentiated learning programs. A Game-Changing Structure: This guide offers four distinct sections. It allows teachers to selectively pick content applicable as whole class lessons or specialized assignments for small group focus areas or individual tasks like homework assignments. Interactive Games: An approach that encourages active participation . (Students utilizing word banks which reinforce their confidence during interpretation exercises) The use of dictionaries and novel references subtly introduced important study habits crucial at their academic level. Add Drama & Create An Engaging Story Telling Environment! Elevate interest levels by having students read dialogues or exciting sequences aloud in class! This enhances retention abilities while creating an entertaining atmosphere all around! A Teaching Resource Enhanced With Practical Tools: Designed by educators passionate about student-centric teaching approaches implemented through practical tools like Microsoft Word Document files. Transform how your classroom experiences The Great Gatsby with this unique teaching resource! Please remember, when using the product cover art for an activity , credit is to be given to the artist, Stephen Ryan Lewis. Delve into The Great Gatsby's captivating world - stir curiosity and unlock fresh interpretations today!
Author The Education Lab
Tags Novel Study, Literature, Comprehension, Symbols, Characters
ESL Novel Study - "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules" - Jeff Kinney
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables
ESL Novel Study Worksheets on "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules" 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: Rodrick Rules" by American author Jeff Kinney. Perfect for post-reading exercises, this English Language and Literature teaching resource can be more than great to deepen and improve students' understanding of this classic work. The English Second Language Novel Study activity (3 printable PDF pages; Worksheets) can be ideal for English class students in middle and high school (from 6th grade to 9th grade, teen students). In this Novel Study on "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules" (3 printable PDF pages; Worksheets), English Second or Foreign Language teachers (ESL EFL) can find the following activities: 1 section dedicated on general information (author's name, genre, and publishing date) 1 section dedicated on New Vocabulary Learned 1 section dedicated on story timeline First writing activity dedicated to personal review Second writing activity (letter to Greg Heffley) 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) This ESL EFL (English Second or Foreign Language) Novel Study Activity on "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules" by American author Jeff Kinney (3 PDF Printable Slides; worksheets) can be great for 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 Language and Literature Novel Study Activity Teaching Resources, click here Learning with Alan!
Author Learning with Alan
Tags ESL, English, English Second Language, Novel Study, Worksheets, Printable, Diary Of A Wimpy Kid, Teens, Writing Activity, Comprehension
Shine! Discussion Questions
ELA, Reading, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
This resource is a Shine! Discussion Question Set. There are questions for each chapter. this question guide will also include character maps and vocabulary for students to define. Answers included. All you have to do is print and go.
Author Hey Teacher Shoppe
Tags Discussion Questions, Character Map, Novel, Literature, Vocabulary
Novel Study: Generic Activities
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables
Novel Study: Generic Activities Novel Study: Generic Activities is a versatile teaching resource designed for educators seeking immersive, skill-enriching activities that apply to any piece of literature. Easy to incorporate in the classroom settings, these printable activities enhance novel or text studies with their depth and functionality. This resource doesn't just improve general textual understanding; it encourages students to deeply engage with material. This makes the tool an all-in-one literature companion that can be utilized across different texts and novels repeatedly. Skill Areas Covered: Identification of Context Clues Analysis of Character Traits Inferencing Techniques Mood & Tone Recognition Familiarizing with Figurative Language Usage --Advanced Comprehension Needs-- Potrayal of Symbolism in texts Foreshadowing Recognition Techniques Maiden methods to track characters' evolution throughout the text are featured as well. ' 'h5'>Supplementory Modules include : ' 개방하다. 'ul 태그에 대해서는 다음과 같습니다. ------------------------UNDERSTANDING AUTHOR STYLE - Mentoring sentences creation & - Impact analysis on punctuation choices; ----------- wards constructing effective short-response answers ---- 'A unique feature within this collection is a hands-on creative project that encourages students to model their favorite characters and conceptualize their favorite scene into a "mini movie" – an immersive task created keeping diverse learning styles in mind. ―This resource offers multiple implementation options for teachers and adds continuous value with its regular updates based on fresh ideas from classroom experiences. It does not just enrich the learning journey; it aids in lesson planning as well. '<'h4그 폴리머는 종이로 만든 역사를 보여주는 20페이지 이상의 PDF 워크시트의 형태로 액스트에 출시되었다. Novel Study: Generic Activities is undoubtedly a valuable addition to your literature teaching toolbox targeting grades 8 through 12. 특히 읽기 기술의 기본, 즉 이해력과 문학 테마를 중점으로 두고 있습니다.
Author Big Apple Teaching
Tags Novel Study, Literature Companion, Comprehension Activities, Character Analysis, Creative Project
The Outsiders Interactive Study Guide
ELA, Literature, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
This flip book goes through all 12 chapters of the novel The Outsiders. It also include a character map and Information on the author to help your students successfully navigate through the text. Answer key is included and the questions are easy to answer while reading the chapters or after the novel is done. Easy to use and easy to grade. It makes a great study guide for students.
Author Educate and Create
Tags Novel Study, Study Guide, The Outsiders, Reading Comprehension, Interactive, The Outsiders Packet Answer Key, The Outsiders Study Guide
"Kira-Kira" Discussion & Vocabulary
ELA, Literature, Grade 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
This is a "Kira-Kira" Discussion & Vocabulary. An editable, Common Core-aligned set of discussion questions and vocabulary activities for use with the novel, Kira-Kira, by Cynthia Kadohata. 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 Discussion, Vocabulary, Reading, Comprehension, Literature, Novel Study, Kira-Kira, Literature Response, Graphic Organizers
Ghost by Jason Reynolds Discussion Questions
ELA, Reading, Not Grade Specific, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
This resource is a set of Ghost by Jason Reynolds Discussion Questions. Chapters include a variation of: - Vocabulary - Read to find out - Discuss - Respond - Predict Answers to questions included.
Author Hey Teacher Shoppe
Tags Ghost, Jason Reynolds, Comprehension, Discussion Questions, Character Map, Questions About Ghost
The Wild Robot Book 1 by Peter Brown Discussion Questions
ELA, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
his is a complete page guide that can be used in small groups or as a whole group. It includes thoughtful questions to help students better understand and enjoy what they read, and to help you check for their comprehension. The guide is broken into sections and includes chapters so it is easy to follow and helpful when creating student's reading assignments. This is a Microsoft doc. and is a great resource for both traditional written responses and digital reader's notebooks. It includes: -Chapter assignments -Thoughtful comprehension questions (character analysis, prediction, drawing conclusions, inferring, etc.) -Answers -Key Terms/ Vocabulary
Author Hey Teacher Shoppe
Tags Peter Brown, The Wild Robot, Lit Circles, Book Guide, Novel Study, Discussion Questions, Comprehension Questions, The Nest Discussion Questions
Stuck | Book Companion Activities | Digital Book Study
ELA, Reading, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables
Teaching Resource for Stuck Book Companion Activities This literacy resource is a digital book study for the storybook Stuck by Oliver Jeffers, suitable for grades K-3. Utilizing Microsoft PowerPoint slides, students journey through the charming tale while building essential reading skills. Each lesson contains an animated reading of 2-3 pages and a quick writing task to check for understanding. Skills focused on include sequencing events, analyzing story elements such as characters and plot, summarizing key details, and reading comprehension. This versatile resource can be used for whole-group instruction through a projector, small groups at literacy stations, or as a computer-based center. Assessment data can even be collected if assigned digitally for remote learners. This fun and engaging book companion will inspire young readers through activities spanning prediction, visualization,Making inferences, and more using the delightful story Stuck.
Author Teach Me This
Tags Digital Book Study, Stuck, Book Companion, Comprehension Questions, Quick Write
Cake & I Scream Book Companion SEL Lesson about Bossing VS Suggesting
Special Resources, Life Studies, Life Skills, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables
Cake & I Scream Book Companion SEL Lesson about Bossing VS Suggesting This is an innovative teaching resource intended for early learners, from preschool to grade 2. This education tool highlights fundamental life skills such as distinguishing between being bossy and making suggestions. The lesson, centred around the engaging book 'Cake & I Scream' by Michael Genhart, makes learning interactive and fun. Flexible Formats and Use Cases Structured in two different formats – a PowerPoint presentation and a PDF – this resource offers flexibility in its utilization. It can be projected during classroom lessons or delivered via Zoom meetings for distance learning circumstances. Teachers reading to their class directly or sharing the provided video read-aloud link also have viable options to facilitate student comprehension. The PowerPoint presentation provides not only a platform for running through the story but also consists of discussion prompts based on the book's themes. Teachers will find recommended lesson flow suggestions straightforwardly available in slide notes. To encourage interactivity and reinforce learning, an exercise involving students distinguishing between ''bossiness'' and ''suggestive behaviors'' is incorporated. The accompanying PDF further extends multimedia elements into physical activities- comprising of: A coloring sheet themed around Ice Cream & Cake characters from the book An ice cream card sorting activity where students outline instances of being bossy versus proposing advice. To ease access, both components are conveniently packaged within one ZIP file ready for download once secured—the completed package noodling notes that given how first graders experience peak points of bossiness developmental challenges; this resource has particular relevance for this grade level group but with benefits extending beyond it too. Summarising the Utility In summary, whether applied in whole group lessons or segmented study clusters— implemented as a teaching centerpiece or used as homework material: The Cake & I Scream Book companion SEL Lesson about Bossing Vs suggesting deliver tangible insights into interpersonal communication dynamics essential especially at these earliest points along an educational journey— custom designed to make insightful concepts achievable while ensuring enjoyable learning engagements endure.
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
Tags Bossiness, Suggestions, Interpersonal Communication, Interactive Learning, Early Learners
Snowmen At Christmas Book Companion - BOOM Cards
Special Resources, Speech Therapy, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables
Snowmen At Christmas Book Companion - BOOM Cards This teaching resource is designed for educators working with children from Preschool through Grade 5. It aims to improve vocabulary and language skills in a creative, interactive method using the book 'Snowmen at Christmas' by Caralyn Buehner along with BOOM cards to reinforce key elements. Vocabulary Enhancement and WH Questions The resource focuses on comprehension of WH questions, crucial in expressive and receptive language development, leading to improved critical thinking abilities. Students are guided to answer details like who did what, where events occurred, when they happened and why certain actions were taken among others. Sequencing Skills In addition to extending vocabulary and understanding questions skills, sequencing—a cognitive ability is also emphasized in this learning tool. By organizing thoughts sequentially within playful interactions supported by vibrant graphics on the cards, the learner's cognitive abilities are improved. Speech Therapy and other benefits This exercise can be effectively used in classrooms focusing on Speech Therapy subsubjects since it facilitates expressive speech while ensuring exposure to sentence structure comprehensively. A fun cookie decorating activity woven into these cards furthers enthusiasm while subtly encouraging problem-solving abilities along with strengthening fine motor skills through virtual manipulation. The file type 'Boom Cards,' renowned for its user-friendly interface complemented by visually appealing content is perfect for diverse settings such as classroom group or individual homework assignments—catering equally well for public school teachers or homeschoolers alike. In essence, The Snowmen At Christmas Book Companion transcends conventional learning standards by teaming education with attractive aesthetics and enjoyable interactions—sparkling a renewed vigor to conquer language skills among students.
Author The Tattooed Speechie
Tags Snowmen, Christmas, Vocabulary, WH Questions, Sequencing
The Kite Runner Characterization Flip book
ELA, Literature, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
The Kite Runner Characterization Flip Book This unique teaching resource is perfect for students from Grades 7 through 12. It's designed as a book companion, taking the user on an enlightening journey through the main characters of the acclaimed novel "The Kite Runner". Highlights: Simplicity and depth: Packed full of thoughtfully designed graphic organizers that encourage deep dives into character development. Comprehensive character study: Each assessment engages learners in understanding complex narrative nuances - actions, motivations, interactions with other characters and much more. Dual learning strategy: Unravel contrasts and resemblances amongst various distinct personas to enhance understanding of literary elements like plot progression and themes. Flexible & Versatile Usage Designed keeping differing learning needs in mind, it offers varied methods for differentiated instruction – effective for whole group lessons or small group studies as well as independent homework assignments. Inclusions: 11 content-rich pages: Relevant both for targeted Literature studies as well as interdisciplinary contexts such as critical thinking skill enhancement. Rubric only answer key: Attached at backend to assist educators in assessing student comprehension accurately yet effortlessly. Note: Available as PDF file type format; ensure your device supports PDF files before downloading. Makes lesson preparation swift - just download, print and teach! Benefits & Uses? Learner engagement with literature increases resulting into better information recall, deeper comprehension and advanced analytical abilities. Makes life easier for educators by being a resource that delivers multi-dimensional benefits for students.
Author Educate and Create
Tags Kite Runner, Characterization, Literature Studies, Graphic Organizers, Differentiated Instruction
The Snowy Day Book Companion & Artic Practice - BOOM Cards
Special Resources, Speech Therapy, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables
The Snowy Day Book Companion & Artic Practice - BOOM Cards An interactive device to supplement the much-loved children’s book, The Snowy Day by Ezra Jack Keats that enhances vocabulary and promotes critical thinking. The tool mainly centers on the development of both receptive and expressive language skills to augment a child's communication abilities. This companion not only boosts language competency but also comes loaded with fun-filled activities to keep students interested. An important feature is targeted articulation practice, including drills for various phonemes: [b, d, f, g, h, j, k] [l ,m ,n ,p] [r ,s t... These are covered in the initial (beginning), medial (middle), or final (end) position of words. Pronunciations like sh-, th-, ch- A special addition is a snow-globe decorating task which provides enjoyable diversion while still aiming towards scholastic goals. Crafted for students from preschool through grade 5 and excellently suited for special resources subjects such as speech therapy sessions. It can be incorporated conveniently into different lesson modes: whole class instruction or group work; it can serve as homework too! This flexibility assists educators in seamlessly fitting it into any teaching routine - proving it helpful yet adaptable. The download is available as 1 easy-to-access PDF file containing a URL link to Boom Card. In summary: Intriguing assignments; genuine advantages- that's what ‘The Snowy Day Book Companion & Artic Practice’ promises!
Author The Tattooed Speechie
Tags Interactive Learning, Vocabulary Development, Language Skills, Articulation Practice, Speech Therapy
Read, Connect, & Create with Heartwood Hotel
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies, Activities
Description: This lesson is designed to encourage readers of various ages to connect over a great book! They will have discussions about the book, learn a bit about what animals do to survive the winter, engage in outdoor activities, and work on a S.T.E.M. project as they make connections to the book Heartwood Hotel: A True Home by Kellie George. Learning Objectives: I can… Demonstrate reading comprehension skills during and after reading (and/or listening to) a fiction story Identify qualities of a good shelter for animals Discuss ways animals survive the winter Outline Build Interest: 1 discussion and sketching activity Read: 1 chapter book Discover: 2 short videos Explore & Connect: 1 or more nature hikes Create: 1 S.T.E.M. project Let’s Review: 1 set of discussion questions As you and your learners enjoy the book, Heartwood Hotel: A True Home by Kellie George , children will be presented with opportunities to ask questions, create, explore, and think deeply. This lesson is designed to meet the needs of a diverse age range of leaners making it a great lesson for a homeschooling family, co-op, or classroom! Activities in this lesson can be completed upon reading only the first few chapters of the book or learners can engage in the activities throughout the book or as a culminating activity . This flexibility really gives you the power to make this lesson your own! You may spend a few hours reading the first few chapters and diving into some activities or you and your learners may spend several weeks on the activities in this lesson. This lesson also makes a great jumping point for related lessons about animals in the winter, animal adaptations, friendship, and so much more! Happy Reading!
Author Sprout & Inspire
Tags Read Aloud, Animals In Winter, Family Lesson, Animal Adaptations, Book Study, Elementary Chapter Book, S.T.E.M., Cross-curricular