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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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ESL Novel Study Worksheets on "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" by Jeff Kinney
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables
ESL Novel Study Worksheets on "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" 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" 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” (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" 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, Worksheets, Printable, Essay, Writing Activity, Diary Of A Wimpy Kid, Teens, Novel Study
"Jabari Jumps" Book Companion | Character Education | Reading Comprehension Packet
ELA, Reading, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
Book companions are always a great way to teach a variety of concepts, expand on academic concepts and take back the love for reading in your classroom in the most productive way. Finding quality book companions means that you'll have a variety of printable activities for your students to interact with to further their learning. This is aJabari Jumps Book Companion for the book written by Gaia Cornwall. This book companion was designed with elementary students in mind. All you have to do is print and go.Jabari Jumpsis a great diversity education book as it teaches about classroom community and diversity. The main character, Jabari, is quite nervous to try something new. With the help of his dad, Jabari gathers the courage to take new chances. This book will also allow students to celebrate differences. How To Use This Resource: You may choose to read this story to students and have them complete a few worksheets included. Reading the story more than once will allow the message of the story to really begin to resonate with students. The writing prompts and reflective questions included are a great way to allow students to collaborate together and discuss their thought processes as a collective before they begin writing. ThisJabari Jumps Book Companion 10-page packet is the perfect accessory for your read-aloud time. Included In Your Purchase: 10 Question Multiple-Choice w/ Answer Key included 2 short writing prompts w/ drawing boxes "A Day at the Pool" Drawing Page Writing Graphic Organizer 2 Extended Writing Prompt Pages Take A Look At Some of My Best Sellers: The Day You Begin Book Companion ABC Countdown A New Kind of Wild Book Companion Misty Copeland No Prep Packet You can find more resources at my storefront here: https://teachsimple.com/contributor/learn-teach-create
Author Learn Teach Create
Tags Reading Comprehension, Jabari Jumps, Character Education, Diverse Books, Writing Prompts, Reading Assessment, Book Companion, Writing Graphic Organizer, Jabari Jumps Activities, Jabari Jumps Read Aloud
Fahrenheit 451 Characterization Flipbook
ELA, Literature, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
The Fahrenheit 451 Characterization Flipbook A teaching resource designed for highlighting character development and contrast in the popular novel, Fahrenheit 451. Primarily aimed at facilitating students' recognition of literary subtleties, the flipbook features thorough studies on major characters. Who Is It For? This flipbook is recommended for Grade 7 to Grade 12 teachers, suitable for Language Arts subjects, specifically Literature. A compatible tool for educators who wish to amplify their students' understanding of characterization. It can be utilized during lessons, or as an aid to homework assignments. Main Features Graphic Organizers: These guides will steer your students towards detailed character analysis. An immersive approach that improves comprehension of each character's evolution and triggers examination of distinctions amid characters within the story. In-depth Exploration:This resource encourages comprehensive over superficial learning.Students get an opportunity to understand plot implications arising from various interactions while spotting similarities and key differences between characters. The Convenient Downloadable PDF Format Able to maintain consistent quality across multiple reproductions in terms of both information retention and visual appeal ideal for disseminating among pupils without losing fidelity. Versatility Of Use Suitable for whole-group discussions or small-group projects , independent study sessions or take-home preparatory work - this Characterization Flipbook aims to efficiently meet all learning goals surrounding characterization regardless of educational setting . To conclude..., incorporating such interactive tools into literature education aids student engagement which is no longer about just presenting facts - it's also about stimulating interest!
Author Educate and Create
Tags Character Analysis, Literary Nuances, Deep Study Guide, Contrasting Characters, Interactive Learning
"Danny and the Dinosaur" | Picture Book Study
ELA, Reading, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables
Danny and the Dinosaur Picture Book Study Description: A comprehensive, no-preparation-needed teaching resource designed for young scholars from preschool through 3rd grade that caters to various disciplines, languages arts being primary among them. The kit allows for differentiation of instruction across multiple age groups and can be adapted to suit a wide-ranging unit or an intensive one-topic dive. What's Included: A teacher discussion guide for stimulating classroom discussions with additional ideas for projects or activities. YouTube links associated with related videos providing synchronous learning experiences. Cross-curriculum worksheets such as story pattern cut-and-glue activities, Venn Diagram-based comparison tasks, tracing exercises that allow both small group collaborations or individual assignments. Note: Home-schooling parents might enjoy incorporating off-screen tasks like jigsaw puzzles or story-themed puppet crafts templates while also enhancing kids' motor skills through coloring pages and dinosaur-themed dot-to-dots. Language Arts Domains Covered: 'D-Is-For-Dinosaur' handwriting practices pages (three types included). Digraph worksheets revolving around 'TH.' More challenging tasks for upper level students such as writing story sequences. For lower levels, there are cut-apart sequencing strips." Evaluation Tools Included: Assessment aids integrated in the package include - Two book reports allowing teachers to gauge understanding systematically. 'What do you think’ evaluation methods where kids can express their views through writings/drawings. Bonus resources like sorting activities, missing word worksheets, and sight word cards. Lastly, lessons can be extended further into natural history with the ready-to-use non-fiction article about Diplodocus Dinosaur. Delivered in a convenient PDF format, this 51-page package is a time-saver for teachers implementing language arts curriculum and reading comprehension for preschoolers through to Grade 1.
Author Simply Schoolgirl
Tags Picture Book, Teaching Resource, Language Arts, Comprehension, Activities, Dinosaur Pattern Worksheet
Tar Beach Book Companion | Reading Mini Unit
ELA, Reading, Grade 2, 3, 4, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables
This resource is a Reading Mini Unit for Tar Beach. This packet of lessons, resources and activities is truly a cross-curricular integrative resource. Students will practice: -Reading -Writing -Social Studies -Math Included in this mini-unit for the week: • (SHORT) Vocabulary list for the text • Crossword puzzle to get students engaged with the new vocabulary • Social Studies activity • Nonfiction reading passage about the George Washington Bridge • Sequencing activity aligned with reading passage • Science activity (STEM Challenge): Build a Bridge • Supply list and explanation for teacher • Student guidance and printout • Rubric for grading if wanted • Math story problems: measurement • Conversion • Adding (and comparing) • Answer keys are provided for all activities that are possible • Teacher tips for integration into the curriculum.
Author Kel's Klass
Tags Book Companion, Reading Unit, Social Studies Activity, Tar Beach, Cross-curricular Unit
Novel Study Guide: Evelyn Waugh's The Loved One
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Language Development, Vocabulary, Writing, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
Evelyn Waugh's The Loved One - Novel Study Guide The Novel Study Guide for Evelyn Waugh's The Loved One is a unique teaching resource designed for ninth to twelfth-grade educators, especially those focusing on Language Arts. This resource offers a strategic approach to studying Waugh’s dark comedy classic and provides an unexpected way of exploring British Literature. An educator can easily use this study guide as a whole group activity while reading The Loved One in literature classes. It guides the students through each chapter of the book, stirring inquisitiveness and encouraging critical thinking. Importantly, it places an emphasis on improving vocabulary knowledge - something crucial for this grade level and beyond. Students can readily use these study guides individually as well – enabling them to dive deeper into their understanding of the novel during personal study time or as homework assignments. Regardless of how it's used, it forces vocabulary expansion, promoting advanced language comprehension in a practical setting. Note: There's more to this study guide than just chapter analysis! Included are two quizzes based on the study guide questions that become perfect tools for gauging comprehension levels at different stages during book exploration. An intriguing feature is an engaging student-self-analysis activity where they critique sentences regarding chapters from the novel written by other students, identifying errors made — consequently refining their writing skills while simultaneously bolstering their comprehension capacity on what they've read so far. To ensure teachers have everything they need - answer keys are provided for both quizzes along with responses for all study guide questions – making evaluation effortless and time-efficient. Exclusive Offer: In addition to all these attributes is an offer one cannot ignore: upon mailing a request by interested educators after purchasing this resource - "The Loved One Final" would be provided at no extra cost! This serves as a culminating essay assignment related closely with knowledge internalized during exploration via the main product; thereby promising well-rounded skill enhancement starting from mere vocabulary knowledge building up towards advanced literary criticism abilities suitable for future literary magazines contributions! Crafted thoughtfully keeping educators and student perspectives into close consideration, Evelyn Waugh's The Loved One - Novel Study Guide proves itself as an enriching tool for diving deep into British Literature, leaving no stones unturned.
Author The Education Lab
Tags Evelyn Waugh, The Loved One, Study Guide, Vocabulary Expansion, Comprehension Enhancement
Raven Wilkinson Ballerina Biography Book Companion Activities
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Grade 3, 4, 5, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies, Activities, Worksheets
Raven Wilkinson Ballerina Biography Book Companion Activities This sturdy guide makes an educational supplement to Leda Schubert's book, Trailblazer: The Story of Ballerina Raven Wilkinson. At your fingertips, are a variety of 40 print-and-go activities that can be given a personal spin to facilitate each child's learning curve and style. Broad Spectrum Comprehension Skills: Understand characters and story elements. Determine themes. Practice event plotting on timelines. Predict or connect with content material. Aptly respond to the book's questions. Conduct independent research projects related to the book's topic. The Return Beyond Simple Recall: Not limiting understanding to just recalling details, this resource also lets students delve into critical analysis. For instance, it challenges them to dig deeper into character motives or changes in circumstances such as overcoming obstacles. An Integration of Effective Writing Practice: A host of writing prompts is included that requires robust text evidence. Foster self-expression through exercises which require independent thought backed by deeply sourced textual evidence. Versatility for Varied Learning Scenarios: This resource affords applicability across whole group instruction down to detailed one-to-one lessons. Thus making it versatile for use either within standard classrooms or homeschooling circles. Beyond Traditional Reading Curriculum: You can extend your lessons beyond conventional reading material into socio-cultural contexts using these interactive read-alouds. This approach not only introduces students about ballet dancer Raven Wilkinson but also facilitates broader relevance including civil rights movements & influential people in history. In Conclusion: The Raven Wilkinson Ballerina Biography Book Companion Activities is a comprehensive tool that aids educators in creating an engaging, custom learning experience. Note: this resource does not include the required book and only provides extension activities.
Author Creatively Gifted
Tags Biography, Ballerina, Ballet, Reading Comprehension, Writing Prompts
Peter and the Wolfgang Cards
ELA, Reading, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, 3, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
Peter and the Wolfgang cards are a fun way for your students to learn new words, practice storytelling and so much more! All the illustrations included in my products are lovingly hand-drawn and painted by myself.
Author Fiddleticks Education
Tags Vocabulary, Words, Wolfgang, Flash Cards
My Brother Sam Chapter Questions
ELA, Literature, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
This is a set of questions for the historical novel, My Brother Sam. There are 3 questions each for all 14 chapters. This is a great printables /novel-studies">book companion to guide students along the way as they read the text.
Author Cogjogger
Tags My Brother Sam, Reading Comprehension, Literature
The Judgmental Flower Boom Companion SEL Handouts
Special Resources, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
In this product, you will get 2 different activities to do after reading the book The Judgmental Flower by Julia Cook. There is a Venn Diagram for 2 partners to compare and contrast their similarities and differences. there is also a fun Would You Rather flower in which students color each petal a different color based on their preferences. This is a great activity to talk about acceptance, inclusion, diversity, prejudice, etc.
Author Jennifer Moyer Taylor
Tags Book Companion, Sel, Social-emotional Learning, School Counseling, Special Education, Anti-racist, Diversity, Cultural Activity, Handouts, Activity
My Father's Dragon Novel Study Unit - Comprehension Questions, Vocab
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Writing, Creative Writing, Grammar, Grade 3, 4, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables
The "My Father's Dragon Novel Study Unit - Comprehension Questions, Vocabulary, Writing Prompts, Critical Thinking Questions, and Review" is an exciting and thorough resource that complements Ruth Stiles Gannett's famous children's novel. This unit provides a wide range of educational materials, including chapter questions, vocabulary exercises, writing prompts, critical thinking questions, and review tasks. This Novel Study guide is best to sure that students engage fully with the language. What Benefits Students Can Get From This Product Chapter questions lead students through the story, making sure they understand the main themes, character development, and plot points. Further, it also help in building vocabulary, enhancing writing skills and improving critical thinking skills Grades & Ages This novel study guide is best for grade 3 and 4 students and is aligned with Common Core standards Implementation Format This Novel Study Guide is available in PDF format and contains 35 Pages. This novel study guide is best for use in homework, group activities, or classroom practice activities
Author Miss Kindergarten FUn
Tags Novel Study, My Fathers Dragon, Novel Guide, Novel Unit, Comprehension Questions, Prompts, Vocabulary
This is Me | Book Companion Activities | Digital Book Study
ELA, Reading, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables
This is Me Book Companion Activities provides a digital book study for the story This is Me. Students listen to the book read aloud and respond to comprehension questions after each chapter. The resource targets reading skills like sequencing, summarizing, identifying story elements, and comprehension. Teachers can implement this versatile resource in various ways - whole group instruction, small reading groups, or as an independent reading assignment. Students journey along with the protagonist as she navigates self-identity and gaining confidence through life's challenges. This 3rd grade reading level book companion allows educators to integrate reading, writing, listening and speaking into engaging language arts lessons.
Author Teach Me This
Tags Digital Reading, Interactive Lesson, Jamie Lee Curtis, Book Companion, Book Study
Novel Study Guide: The House of Mirth
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Language Development, Vocabulary, Writing, Grade 10, 11, 12, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
The Novel Study Guide: The House of Mirth The Novel Study Guide: The House of Mirth is a carefully crafted teaching resource for educators who want to stimulate their students' minds. Designed specifically to aid educators in helping their students navigate the intricate syntax and sophisticated vocabulary found in The House of Mirth. Product Details: A comprehensive 48-page long guide that meticulously takes students through each aspect of understanding and interpreting the work. Delving deep into thematic complexities such as the dramatic fall from grace, molding well-rounded learners with not just literary skills but life lessons woven into classical literature. Suitable for grades 10-12 classroom settings. Capable of introducing advanced-level language arts concepts. Teaching Modules Include: Literature analysis, vocabulary development, comprehension techniques, and writing practices - all critical skills essential for academically thriving learners. The Unique Advantage: What makes this study guide stand out is its step-by-step approach towards analyzing meaning and interpreting characters within complex narrative structures. Comprehensive keys provided for testing on Books I & II make these guides an effective study aid or evaluation tool with minimal prep time required from teachers. While answer keys aren't readily provided for the study guides itself, it offers an equally valuable feature by having test questions mirrored from the study guide questions – providing a reference point during review sessions. Fits Your Teaching Style: Provided in accessible Word Document format letting you tailor it according to your needs perfect especially if you're aiming: To hold whole group discussions To focus on small learner focus groups To set out homework assignments! As educators guide young minds through impacting learning strategies like The Novel Study Guide: The House of Mirth, they ensure more meaningful interactions between teachers and learners.
Author The Education Lab
Tags Novel Analysis, Literary Themes, Character Interpretation, Comprehension Techniques, Vocabulary Development
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
Picture Book Literary Study Interactive Notebook
ELA, Reading, Grade 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables
Picture Book Literary Study Interactive Notebook An engaging and comprehensive tool, the Picture Book Literary Study Interactive Notebook introduces, strengthens, or deepens students' understanding of literary analysis utilizing rich mentor texts. Designed for learners in Grades 4 through 8 studying Language Arts. A notion: repetition for retention: Students revisit their chosen picture book repeatedly throughout the course, allowing them to delve deeper into literary nuances with each perusal. The Unit Course: Starts by encouraging scholars to select a picture book as their mentor text. A free Slides link is included assisting pupils in discerning quality picture books. Equipped with seven distinct literary elements; one lesson for every element. Main Focus: This interactive notebook links harmoniously with fundamental lectures, mini lessons brimming with essence of topics and anchor charts reflecting important lessons distilled down into simplified illustrations etc., providing educators flexibility across various learning settings like small groups or solo study periods among others. Courses Span & Customization: With material spanning about two weeks—the entire curriculum can be customized according to preference covering chapters any order or segment size that complements teaching style best. Notebook Components: User Reference aids include : The unit overview 31-pages of interactive notebook pages Answer Keys . Digital Access: (The file type supported here is PDF making distribution seamless among digital devices allowing scholars access even off-campus easing homework assignment proceedings remarkably.) In essence, this resource is an empowering companion to educators navigating the vital terrain of teaching literary analysis skills while keeping lessons engaging. Aiding learners in recognizing, appreciating, and capitalizing on the profound depth picture books possess—a prescribed frequently overlooked. This interactive notebook not only elicits participation but challenges young minds fostering more efficient learning capacities: a veritable catalyst to class enthusiasm and student performance alike.
Author Hey Teacher Shoppe
Tags Picture Books, Literary Analysis, Mentor Texts, Interactive Notebook
The Book Thief Characterization Flip book
ELA, Literature, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
The Book Thief Characterization Flip Book "The Book Thief Characterization Flip Book" is a unique and valuable teaching tool, perfectly tailored for those introducing Markus Zusak's famous novel to middle and high school students. This productive asset explores the primary characters of the book providing an engaging means to comprehend their growth throughout the story. The crowning glory of this resource is a simple-to-assemble flipbook inclusive of graphic organizers . Each page of this flipbook focuses on a different character, paving way for students to neatly compartmentalize their study notes on every figure in the narrative. This stirs up an interesting and interactive way for them to dive deeper into character analysis while prompting insightful comparisons between characters' distinctive traits, motivations, and transformations throughout the plot. This characterization flipbook has been created not just as an individualized study apparatus but can also be used in group tasks or vibrant class discussions about "The Book Thief". This tool syncs seamlessly with literature coursework focused within Language Arts curriculum from grades 6 through 12, presenting young learners with critical literary concepts like character advancement that suit varied learning styles. This product extends beyond ordinary rote learning by triggering creative contemplation about Zusak's work facilitating thorough immersion into its content. Moreover, it is equipped with a rubric devised particularly for streamlined grading. This feature guarantees consistent judging across all students irrespective of how they choose to use this resource - encompassing both classroom medleys as well as homework exercises. The total package: In its entirety, "The Book Thief Characterization Flip book" thus propels differentiated instruction based on each student's abilities whilst offering them diverse ways towards understanding literature. Coming in an easily downloadable 11-page PDF file, it keeps education both informative and fun by introducing effectiveness alongside interactivity right into your lesson plans.
Author Educate and Create
Tags Character Analysis, Literature Study, Graphic Organizers, Interactive Learning, Differentiation, Lesson Plans For The Book Thief
Separate is Never Equal Picture Book Companion
ELA, Literature, Grade 2, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
Separate is Never Equal is a great book to teach students about segregation and the case that came before Brown vs. BOE. It’s perfect to introduce before Black History month. I taught this unit during Hispanic Heritage month, but it can be used at any point in the school year. This unit is packed full of activities to help students learn reading strategies, vocabulary, and grammar skills that are aligned with Common Core standards.
Author School House Rap
Tags Hispanic Heritage Month, Picture Book Companion, Separate Is Never Equal, Reading Comprehension
Hamlet Study Guide Flip Book
ELA, Literature, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables
Hamlet Study Guide Flip Book This is a thoughtful and detailed resource, crafted specifically to bolster the understanding and appreciation of one of William Shakespeare’s most renowned tragedies. It is primarily designed for students in grades 9 through 12. Features: A study guide for each act in the play over 14 pages. Each section efficiently summarizes crucial plot developments, shedding light on character dynamics and major themes. User-friendly design. Educators need merely print out the sheets then cut and staple them together to form an easy-to-navigate flip book. Fosters versatility in its application across diverse learning environments—a commendable attribute when molding young scholars towards autonomous education methodology. A complete answer key. Please note that despite being primarily orientated towards upper-grade level Language Arts curriculum; educators spanning various grades can competently tweak this product according to their unique pedagogical needs—making it fundamentally adaptable besides being beneficially specific - ensuring it becomes an essential addition to any educator's toolkit. In Summary: The Hamlet Study Guide Flip Book makes teaching literature more effective and less strenuous by offering you a worthy helping hand throughout your journey alongside the troubled Prince of Denmark. It provides an enriching experience, engaging students with thoughtful prompts helping them navigate Shakespeare's complexity conveniently - making studying more like having a partner than just going through worksheets.
Author Educate and Create
Tags Shakespeare, Hamlet, Study Guide, Flip Book, Literature Study, Hamlet Study Guide
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
When Lightning Comes in a Jar Book Companion
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Science, Life Sciences, Insects, Grade 2, 3, 4, Teacher Tools, Graphic Organizers, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies, Activities, Games, Worksheets
This picture book companion is a complete supplemental resource for the book When Lightning Comes in a Jar by Patricia Polacco. It includes 28 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 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 will describe and illustrate four 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. ◾ Character Inside & Out: Students include details from the story to describe what the characters say, think, do, and feel. ◾ Character Feelings: Students describe how the characters' 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 Trisha 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. ◾ Character Summary: Students summarize the main character of the story. ◾ 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, write about what happened there, & explain why it is important to the plot. ◾ Setting the Scene: Students identify three different settings in the story and explain how they know that the setting changed. ◾ 3-2-1: Students will list three of Trisha's favorite things about her family reunion, 2 activities from the story they would like to try, and one word that describes Trisha's family reunion. ◾ Author's Message: Students describe four important events from the story and put them in chronological order. Then, answer the questions about the author's message. ◾ 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. ◾ Then & Now: Students will describe something the author, Patricia Polacco, did as a young girl at her family reunions, write about something she might do at her family reunions now that she is older, and draw illustrations to go with their writing. ◾ Wait... There's More!: Students will write about what happens next in the story. ◾ My Special Memory: Students write about a special day or moment in their lives. ◾ Making Memories at the Family Reunion: Students recall the author's favorite childhood memories at the family reunion and draw illustrations with captions to describe each event. ◾ Families are Special: Students will brainstorm their family's traditions, things that make their family unique, and special things they do with their family. Then, they will compare and contrast their family with a classmate's family using a Venn diagram. ◾ Dear Patricia Polacco: Students write a letter to Patricia Polacco, the author and illustrator, sharing their reactions to the story, and asking her at least one question. ◾ 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. ◾ Family Traditions Survey: Students will answer questions about their own family traditions. 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, Family, Second Grade, Memory Stories
Ira Sleeps Over | 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 Ira Sleeps Over. 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 Book Companion, Ira Sleeps Over, Digital Book Study, Reading Activity, Comprehension
Hatchet - Interactive Flipbook Study Guide
ELA, Literature, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
This study guide goes through all chapters of the book Hatchet. Includes questions and answer key, character map, and a biography on the author. Easy to assign and easy to grade. Helps ensure students are reading and comprehending from start to finish of this novel.
Author Educate and Create
Tags Hatchet, Study Guide, Novel Study, Interactive, Flipbook, Hatchet Guide, Hatchet Study Guide
Last Stop on Market Street | Book Companion Activities | Digital Book Study
ELA, Reading, Grade 2, 3, 4, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables
Discover the engaging Last Stop on Market Street Book Companion Activities – a unique digital book study crafted to enhance your students' learning experience with this heartwarming story. Developed by experienced educators, our interactive content is perfect for teachers who want to captivate their students and promote essential literacy skills. Our comprehensive package includes an attention-grabbing PowerPoint presentation with 20 professionally designed slides that effortlessly combine read-aloud sections and quick write prompts. The diverse activities provided emphasize skills such as sequencing, comprehension, story elements, and summarizing. These thoughtfully structured exercises enable children to deepen their connection with the story while nurturing critical thinking abilities. By choosing the Last Stop on Market Street Book Companion Activities, you're not just purchasing digital educational materials; you're offering your students a fascinating learning journey that brings literature to life! Give your teaching repertoire a boost today – see how our inventive resources can transform your classroom atmosphere and spark curiosity in young minds as they explore CJ and his Nana's colorful adventure in Last Stop on Market Street. Don't let this opportunity pass––head over to TeachSimple.com now and get this valuable Digital Book Study Deck for only $5.00! Your fellow educators will admire how seamlessly this resource blends into your curriculum!
Author Teach Me This
Tags Digital Book Study, Book Companion, Reading Activity, Story Elements, Sequencing
Novel Study Guide: Wuthering Heights
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Writing, Grade 10, 11, 12, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables
Novel Study Guide: Wuthering Heights Navigating the complex narratives and intricate character relationships in Wuthering Heights can present a challenge to some students. To aid in comprehensive understanding of this canonical work, this resource package provides key tools. A detailed overview of characters & their relationships A dynamic visual depiction of the narrative structure Potential summative projects presented for various learning styles and preferences An interactive Jeopardy-style review game . These tools serve to elucidate the text and highlight its core themes such as love, hate and redemption among main characters. The document is well-tailored for Grade 10 through 12 students immersing themselves in Language Arts studies specifically focusing on literature comprehension. Educator Benefits: As an educator using this Novel Study Guide: Wuthering Heights teaching resource kit will help streamline your curriculum planning process. You'll appreciate how these materials supplement existing knowledge about Emily Bronte's timeless novel and how effortlessly they integrate into your lesson plans. Lecture Lead—Leading classroom lectures or coordinating small-group discussions regarding the book; The Taskmaster—Assigning individual reading tasks or engaging students in team projects The Homework Hero—Creating homework assignments or providing extra credit challenges. This versatile tool suits all your pedagogical needs. Homeschooler Benefits: For homeschoolers who require practical resources that can easily be adapted into home-based learning setting, our graphic representation detailing 'love & hate' between main characters ensures measurable progress while cultivating advanced interpretive skills. Package Components: Comprising Word Documents types like Projects and Presentations which make it easy-to-adapt resource for educators regardless of classroom size or configuration. This resource packet is ready-to-go "as-is," yet flexible enough to customize based on individual teaching styles—a handy and valuable addition to any educator's teaching toolkit.
Author The Education Lab
Tags Wuthering Heights, Novel Study, Character Relationships, Narrative Structure, Summative Projects