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Spell With Phonics: igh, augh, ough, silent letters - Zoggy At The Theatre
ELA, Language Development, Phonics, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Spell With Phonics - Zoggy At The Theatre. Read the story to become familiar with the phonic sounds igh, augh, ough, long u, the spelling rule - i before e except after c, silent letters, prefixes and suffixes. Then, call out the spelling words and get your child to write them down. Introducing you to our brand new ‘Mission Spelling Zero’ scheme. Help your child/ren to take their first steps in reading and spelling, with this exciting structured course. Mission Spelling Zero is a series of books in 7 levels, one for each colour of the rainbow, aimed to help young learners gain first reading and spelling skills. First, let me introduce you to a new character that your child/ren will love learning with. He is an innovation – an alien from a distant planet – but a wizard when it comes to his computer skills. There is no problem he cannot solve. Zoggy will introduce your child/ren to the initial sounds - in his own stories and then build on that base, teaching double consonant blends and vowel digraphs. When your child moves up the levels of the rainbow his phonic skills will be a tool that will accelerate future learning ‘Mission Spelling Zero’ also offers a new, exciting series of writing booklets – so your little learners can practice their hand writing skills, write first sentences and play the games which will consolidate their learning. Let’s start reading and spelling with Mission Spelling Zero.
Author Guinea Pig Education
Tags Tricky Sounds, Silent Letters, Prefixes And Suffixes, Phonics, Spelling, Augh Words
Geography Mazes - Set 3: 1 Page Sample (PDF)
ELA, Language Development, Vocabulary, Spelling, ESL, Resources for Teachers, Geography, Social Studies, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Teacher Tools, Centers, Activities, Mazes
THIS IS A ONE PAGE SAMPLE OF A SIX PAGE MAZE DOWNLOAD FULL SIX MAZE DOWNLOAD INFORMATION: Maze Series This maze series is designed for students in grades 2–5. Each set features a clear, kid-friendly theme with scene-based mazes that students first navigate, then complete by drawing a few target words from a simple word list. Pages come in varied styles and graduated difficulty, with an optional “color it in” step—and some themes invite quick calculations to match the task. These mazes are student-friendly, classroom-ready, and perfect for literacy warmups, seasonal units, fast-finisher bins, centers, sub plans, or home learning extensions. The playful, structured format builds problem-solving, attention to detail, and fine-motor control while reinforcing themed content in a motivating way. Note: Unlike many themed products, not all word-list words appear on the maze pages. To support full vocabulary coverage, we’ve released a companion word list you can find in the links section. Geography Set 3 Word List 1. More Countries of the World United States, United Kingdom, Australia, India, Peru, Egypt, South Korea, Turkey 2. More Famous Cities Chicago, Toronto, Dubai, Venice, Shanghai, Bangkok, Lisbon, Marrakech 3. More Famous Landmarks Mount Fuji, Sydney Opera House, Chichen Itza, Victoria Falls, Neuschwanstein Castle, Angkor Wat, Red Square, The Parthenon 4. Landforms and Earth's Features Canyon, Plateau, Delta, Glacier, Hill, Bay, Strait, Isthmus 5. U.S. States and Capitals California, Texas, Florida, Alaska, Hawaii, Washington D.C., New York, Illinois 6. People and Cultures Around the World Language, Tradition, Festival, Temple, Market, Music, Clothing, Customs PDF Version Other versions will appear here when available. Follow the store for the lastest on new products. How to Use These Mazes Perfect for: Morning work or early-finisher bins Literacy or STEM centers Holiday/seasonal review lessons Independent stations, sub plans, or take-home enrichment More Geography Themed Products Geography Crosswords (Set 1) PDF Geography Crosswords (Set 2) PDF Geography Crosswords (Set 3) PDF Geography Word Searches (Set 1) PDF Geography Word Searches (Set 2) PDF Geography Word Searches (Set 3) PDF Geography Mazes (Set 1) PDF Geography Mazes (Set 2) PDF FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE Themed Mazes Links Addition PDF Animals PDF Around the Home PDF Birthday PDF Candy PDF Christmas PDF Cinco de Mayo PDF Clothes PDF Colors PDF Days and Months PDF Division PDF Earth Day PDF Easter PDF Easy Mazes PDF Fall PDF Father's Day PDF Food PDF Geography (Set 1) PDF Geography (Set 2) PDF Geography (Set 3) PDF Graduation PDF Health PDF History (Set 1) PDF History (Set 2) PDF History (Set 3) PDF Human Body PDF Kindness PDF Life Skills PDF Mother's Day PDF Multiplication PDF Science (Set 1) PDF Science (Set 2) PDF Science (Set 3) PDF Shapes PDF Social Skills PDF Spring PDF Sports PDF St. Patrick's Day PDF Subtraction PDF Summer PDF Thanksgiving PDF Transport PDF Valentine's Day PDF Winter PDF Mazes in Depth Structure Each maze is crafted around a focused sub-theme. Students navigate the maze, encountering branches and cul-de-sacs that build attention and planning. Most pages include a tiny follow-up box—students draw or label 2–3 target words from a small word box, add a quick count, or color in the scene—so the activity reinforces both content and skills in a highly engaging format. Each completed set includes: A themed maze page. A simple student instruction strip. An answer key showing the solved path for teacher support or self-checking Themes Included These mazes cover a wide range of fun, age-appropriate themes, including: Seasons & Holidays (e.g., Halloween, Easter, Valentine’s Day) Math-Lite Connections (e.g., quick counts, number words) Everyday Topics (e.g., Animals, Weather, School) Special Units (e.g., Health, Earth Day, Sports, Kindness) Each topic reflects students’ real-life experiences and interests while strengthening problem-solving, visual scanning, and fine-motor control in a playful, highly visual way. Easy extensions (optional): Time it: solve once in pencil, then try to beat the time in pen Retell the route using sequence words (first, next, then, finally) Count intersections or turns and graph the results Write a 1–2 sentence mini-story about the scene using the target words Design a tiny maze in the corner for a partner to solve Differentiation tips: Offer a finger-trace pass before pencils for emerging learners Highlight the borders of the correct region on first attempts Use thicker-line versions or simpler pages to build confidence Pair roles: “navigator” gives directions; “driver” traces the path For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
Author Cored Education
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Tags Vocabulary, Spelling, Geography, Countries Of The World, Famous Cities, Famous Landmarks, Landforms And Earth's Features, U.S. States And Capitals, Mazes, Geography Mazes
Cut Out And Write The Story Of The Three Wishes (6-9 years)
ELA, Writing, Creative Writing, Grade 2, 3, 4, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
"Cut Out And Write The Story Of The Three Wishes (6-9 years)" Teaching Resource This resource is designed to promote creative writing among children, using the popular traditional tale 'The Three Billy Goats Gruff' as an inspiration. Highlights: Presents effective, age-appropriate methods for inspiring story writing among 6-9-year-old children. Illustrates clear storytelling structure with a definite beginning, middle and end. Encourages character development, setting perspectives and plot creation in stories. Resource Features: The interactive task helps develop sequencing skills and comprehension. Children are encouraged to: Cut out pages along dotted lines Re-order them according to the narrative . The students then are asked to author their own renditions of 'The Three Billy Goats Gruff', reinforcing knowledge about literary structure while nurturing their creativity. Fostering Advanced Thinking Abilities: Inclusive of fun writing challenges that encourage students towards extending narratives or conceiving alternate endings. Suitable ideally for Grade 2 - Grade 4 pupils across different teaching environments ranging from small group discussions to homework assignments. Included Materials: This product features eight informative PDF worksheet pages adorned with engaging silhouette images for enhanced learner engagement in lessons. Specifically geared towards augmenting communication skills during early school stages in preparation for more advanced literacy obstacles ahead.
Author Guinea Pig Education
Tags Creative Writing, Storytelling, Narrative Structure, Interactive Learning, Language Arts, Folktale With Three Wishes
Phonics / Digraphs for 1st and 2nd Grade: Beginning Sounds: SH, TH, WH and PH
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Grammar, Language Development, Phonics, Strategies, Pre-Reading, Grade 1, 2, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
This unit focuses only on the Beginning Digraph sounds. Learning how to read can be the most challenging activity for many students and for a teacher. A digraph in the English language are two letters put together that represents a single sound or phoneme. Understanding that the combination of letters can make one sound can be difficult to master and requires repetitive practice of reading and writing these words with these sounds. There are other phonics units that I sell that focuses on the Ending digraph sounds, and one that focuses on all three digraph sounds in the Beginning, Middle and End. Reading can be made easier with these phonic helps that repeatedly encourage students to practice these Beginning Digraph sounds. Activities include reading comprehension and identifying the digraphs in their reading, writing their answers to questions regarding the paragraph, identifying additional beginning digraph words in sentences using a word bank, matching words with pictures, spinning a paperclip activity where students will write the word with the digraph sound, and lastly a fun wordsearch with the beginning digraph words. These activities are for each digraph so there is plenty of opportunities for students to practice their comprehension reading skills and phonic sounds. Students will practice the following Beginning Digraph sounds: sh, th, wh, and ph. Teachers can use this resource in whole group, individually with students, students can practice with each other in centers, or they can be assigned as homework. Worksheets are also differentiated for each Beginning Digraph sound for all young learners which makes it perfect for all 1st - 2nd graders. A total of 26 pages full of reading and phonic activities. Along with reading and writing, there are matching, cutting, and pasting activities. Word searches and spin and make a word activity are also a part of this packet which make learning to read these phonic sounds entertaining for young learners. For a list of other phonics and grammar activities, click on the following links: CVC Word Families for Beginning Readers: Stamp it, Make it, Trace it, and Write it CVC Words | Short Vowel Phonics | Word Families for K- 2nd Grade Phonics for 1st and 2nd Grade: Help Students Learn Long A Words: AY, AI, A_E, EIGH, EY, and EA Phonics for 1st and 2nd Grade: Help Students Learn Long E Words: EE, EA, E_E, and Y Phonics for 1st and 2nd Grade: Help Students Learn Long I Words: I_E, IE, IGH, and Y Phonics for 1st and 2nd Grade: Help Students Learn Long O Words: O_E, OA, OW, OE, and OUGH Phonics for 1st and 2nd Grade: Help Students Learn Long U Words: U_E, EW, OO, UE, UI and OU Phonics / Digraphs for 1st and 2nd Grade: Beginning, Middle, and Ending Sounds Phonics / Digraphs for 1st -2nd: Ending Sounds: CK, NG, SH, TH, and NK Phonics / Digraphs for 1st and 2nd Grade: Beginning Sounds: SH, TH, WH and PH Phonics: R-Controlled Words for 1st and 2nd Grade and Early Readers
Author K-5 Treasures
Tags Beginning Sounds, Phonics , Sh Words, Th Words, Wh Words, Ph Words, Reading , Digraph Words, Th Digraphs, First Grade Digraphs
Math Vocabulary Crossword Puzzles
Math, Addition and Subtraction, Addition, Order Of Operations, Subtraction, Multiplication and Division, Division, Geometry, Graphing, Multiplication, Grade 6, 7, 8, Crosswords Puzzles, Worksheets, Worksheets & Printables
Introducing an incredible addition to the realm of 6th-grade math education: a collection of 50 meticulously crafted crossword puzzles, designed to teach and reinforce vital mathematical vocabulary. This exceptional resource serves a multitude of purposes, making it an invaluable asset for teachers, students, and parents alike. For teachers, these puzzles are a godsend for those unforeseen circumstances when substitute plans are required. Simply hand out these crosswords, and students will stay actively engaged in meaningful math practice, even in your absence. Furthermore, in this age of remote learning, these puzzles seamlessly integrate into distance learning platforms, allowing students to continue their math education from the comfort of their own homes. The versatility of these puzzles extends to homework assignments as well, enabling students to independently reinforce their math vocabulary skills beyond the confines of the classroom. Lastly, for those quick learners who finish their work ahead of their peers, these puzzles provide an enriching and stimulating activity to further their mathematical understanding. To streamline the evaluation process, answer keys are thoughtfully included, allowing for effortless assessment of student progress. With the answer keys readily available, teachers can efficiently gauge their students' performance and identify areas that require additional focus or intervention. This valuable tool not only saves time but also enhances the effectiveness of the learning experience. Beyond the practical benefits, these captivating puzzles foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Each crossword serves as a mini-adventure, enticing students to dive into a world of mathematical discovery. As they unravel the interconnected web of clues and fill in the correct answers, students will sharpen their analytical abilities and hone their problem-solving techniques. These puzzles transform math vocabulary learning from a tedious chore to an enjoyable and intellectually stimulating pursuit. In conclusion, this remarkable collection of 50 captivating crossword puzzles revolutionizes the way 6th-grade students learn and review math vocabulary. With their versatility and effectiveness, these puzzles cater to various educational settings, from substitute plans to distance learning and homework assignments. Students will develop a profound understanding of essential mathematical terms and concepts while cultivating critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Say goodbye to dull and uninspiring math vocabulary exercises, and embrace the engaging and impactful learning experience that these puzzles provide.
Author Matemaths
Tags Matemaths, Puzzle, Crosswords, Math Vocabulary
Immune System – Your Body’s Police Force Reading Comprehension Article
Science, Life Sciences, Human Body, Grade 5, 6, 7, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Immune System – Your Body’s Police Force: An Engaging Resource for Educators This is a teaching module built for educators who teach students in grades 5-7. The resource is fully editable and emphasizes cross-curricular learning, covering both science and literacy. About the Activity The reading activity included in this resource provides detailed insights into the immune system. The various parts of the immune system, Common disorders impacting it, Diagnosis and treatment procedures, Tips to keep it healthy, and Include several intriguing facts about how the immune system works that students will find fascinating. Versatility of use This teaching tool can be used in both distance learning or traditional classroom environments. It integrates seamlessly with Google Classroom to streamline its usage. Additionally, it's compatible with Microsoft Word as well as PDF platforms, making teaching tasks easier than ever before. Ideal Situations for Use This material can work best during: - Whole class instruction, - Smaller study groups, - Homework assignments or review materials. Average completion time: generally falls between 30 to 60 minutes but can serve as an extension task for fast learners or extra credit opportunity. To facilitate lesson planning:, an answer key has been provided along with a variety of question styles. A Must-Have Resource Regardless Of Learning Environment Constraints This comprehensive educational aid is not limited to just classrooms; it works effectively within distance-learning arrangements, especially during situations where direct interaction isn’t practicable. Providing a More Rounded Understanding To round off the learning experience, additional reading comprehension material covering topics - health, ecology, chemistry physics, natural disasters and general sciences have been included. This will contribute to learners' holistic understanding of everyday applications of scientific concepts. To conclude:No matter the challenges educational institutions face teaching scientific literacy or enhancing students' reading comprehension and analysis skills, this material stands as an unbeatable go-to guide.
Author Teach With Fergy
Tags Immune System, Scientific Literacy, Reading Comprehension, Cross-curricular Learning, Health Education
Using Colons And Semi Colons (9-14 years)
ELA, Grammar, Grade 4, 5, 6, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Using Colons And Semicolons Grammar Worksheets This pack of English worksheets helps students learn how to correctly use colons and semicolons in their writing. These proofreading exercises can be used with 9 to 14-year-old students. The worksheets provide step-by-step lessons and practice on using colons to separate two independent clauses, introduce lists, introduce a quotation, as well as several other key usage rules. Semicolons are also covered in depth with lessons on joining two independent clauses, separating items in a list that have commas, and more. Structured assessment tests are also included to evaluate students' understanding of proper colon and semicolon usage. Educators can assign the worksheets individually or as a full unit. They work well for whole group instruction, small group practice, independent work, or homework assignments. The printable PDF format makes it easy to distribute the handouts in class or online. In just a few pages, students will gain the grammar knowledge needed to confidently use colons and semicolons to add clarity and sophistication to their writing. The quick lessons help them retain the skills, while the variety of exercises provides ample opportunity to practice.
Author Guinea Pig Education
Tags Colons, Semi Colons, Punctuation, Grammar, English Writing
ESL Novel Study Worksheets on "The Lost World" by Michael Crichton
ELA, Language Development, Writing, Formal Writing, Creative Writing, Vocabulary, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Worksheets & Printables, Writing Prompts, Worksheets, Novel Studies
ESL Novel Study Worksheets on "The Lost World" by Michael Crichton This ESL EFL TESOL (English Second or Foreign Language) teaching resource is a comprehensive novel study worksheet activity (2 printable PDF pages; Worksheets) focused on the sci fi novel "The Lost World" . This Novel Study worksheets on "The Lost World" is tailored for middle and high school ESL students (7th–12th grade) and provide a variety of thought-provoking and language-building activities. Whether you're teaching English as a Second Language (ESL), English as a Foreign Language (EFL), or in a TESOL context, this resource is classroom-ready and easy to use. Within this ESL Novel Study on "The Lost World" (2 printable PDF worksheets pages), English Second or Foreign Language (ESL EFL TESOL) teachers can find the following activities: ✔ General information activity (author, genre, publishing date) ✔ Vocabulary building section – new words from the novel ✔ 1 Story timeline ✔ Personal reflection on a favorite chapter ✔ Student novel review and rating ✔ Creative writing task : pretending being a character you personally liked and writing 3 diary pages for 3 scenes as if you were this character This English Second or Foreign Language (ESL EFL) Novel Study Activity Worksheets on the "The Lost World" (Science Fiction Novel) by American author Michael Crichton (2 PDF Printable pages; worksheets) can be ideal for learners from 7th grade to 12th grade to study this Sci Fi Novel (middle school and High School Students) ESL with Alan is a high-quality ESL teaching resources that inspire both teachers and students. Our goal is to make learning English fun, interactive, and meaningful. Discover more English Second or Foreign Language activities by visiting our store – because learning English should always be fun! If you want to browse more of my English Language and Literature Novel Study Activity Teaching Resources, click here ESL with Alan!
Author Learning with Alan
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Tags ESL, English Second Language, English, Novel Study, Jurassic Park, Dinosaurs, Activity, Writing Activity, Worksheets, Printable
Vocabulary with Flash Cards | Crossword Wordsearch Anagram BUILDINGS
Special Resources, ELA, Special Education Needs (SEN), Speech Therapy, Language Development, ESL, Writing, Handwriting, Vocabulary, Spelling, Not Grade Specific, Crosswords Puzzles, Worksheets, Worksheets & Printables
Word Games with Puzzles | Crossword Wordsearch Anagram | BUILDINGS . A resource designed especially for educators who value enhancing language skills in inventive ways . This pack provides a diverse set of word games and puzzles, all centered on the theme of BUILDINGS . Created to engage students meaningfully and rectify their knowledge about commonly used BUILDINGS-related words . Educators are provided with several varied activities: anagrams, copy words crossword, a blank writing board, lined writing board, word matching page, wheel chart and word search board . The chosen vocabulary words cater to useful AIR ANIMALS-related phrases, thus creating context-based learning . Versatility of the Resource . This versatile resource can be used in multiple ways . Kickstart the day with these activities as part of morning work routine or incorporate into teaching centers for active learning participation . Also use them as handouts or even as fun homework assignments which students would love to participate in! Beyond Classroom Applications . The application isn't just confined to the classroom alone; they are adaptable enough for therapy sessions too! Whether you are working on language development exercises like vocabulary enhancement or conversation prompts in group settings - these worksheets provide varied options that serve different purposes . You Receive : An easy-to-use package - an 24 pages pdf file combining worksheets and images ready for immediate use after printing! A non-grade specific resource- adaptable enough to be used by different grade levels conveniently! Note : These games not only concentrate on mastering language arts but also aid learners in understanding scientific and community concepts while assisting develop cognitive skills simultaneously! Conclusion : Enrich your teaching environment with this multi-faceted tool that aims not just at direct instruction but skill-building across various domains – a crucial aspect towards accomplishing holistic education! Included: 24 page PDF with word games worksheets and flash cards .
Author WORDS ASIDE
Tags Flash Cards, Esl, Thematic Vocabulary, Word Wall, Independent Work, Centers, Writing Expository, Community, Buildings, Words Aside
Numbers Dot Marker Worksheets
Creative Arts, Graphic Arts, Math, Numbers, Early Math, Infant, Toddler, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities, Centers, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Coloring Pages, Dot To Dots
Let’s make number learning a delightful dot-filled adventure! These Numbers Dot Marker Worksheets for numbers 1 to 10 are perfect for turning math time into an engaging, colorful masterpiece. Your students will dot their way to numerical mastery, one cheerful splatter at a time. Ways to Use: Independent Practice: Give students a worksheet, a dot marker, and watch the magic happen. Small Groups: Let them work together to compare their dotted numbers and create a mini math gallery. Learning Centers: Set up a dot-station where students can rotate in and enjoy some hands-on number fun. Homework: A mess-free way to practice at home (parents will thank you). Advantages: Visual Learning: The vibrant dots make number recognition and counting stick like glue. Motor Skills: Perfect for those little hands to develop coordination. Stress-Free Prep: Just print and hand out, no cutting, laminating, or assembling required. Quiet Time: These worksheets are magical tools for classroom calmness. From number ninjas to dot detectives, all your students will love this colorful, interactive way to practice math. Who knew learning numbers could be so... dottedly delightful?
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
Tags Numbers, Coloring Numbers, Dot To Dot, Dot To Dots, Numbers Dot Marker, Numbers Dot Marker Worksheets, Numbers Coloring, Dot Marker
Reading Comprehension Fiction Set 3 Sample: Funland (Docs)
ELA, Reading, Common Core, Reading Comprehension, ESL, Language Development, Vocabulary, Creative Writing, Writing, Literature, Grade 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Writing Prompts, Assessments, Teacher Tools, Tests, Quizzes and Tests, Centers, Activities
Reading Comprehension Passages Fiction Set 3 Sample Overview No prep reading comprehension lessons, with enjoyable stories and topics. Each lesson has a blend of post-reading activities. Mixed questions to check overall understanding. Vocabulary activities, plus a writing section. Lessons also contain a bonus extension exercise at the end. Some you may like, some you may not, either way they are there if you wish to use them. Full answer keys are provided. Passage Included 5.Funland: Not such a fun day at Funland for the author in this story. Docs Version This is the Docs editable and fillable version. This download is available in GOOGLE Docs, GOOGLE Forms, GOOGLE Slides. PDF, PPT, WORD. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE Grade 4/5 Links Fiction Set 1 - Animals Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Fiction Set 2 - Family Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Fiction Set 3 - Friends Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Fiction Set 4 - School Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Fiction Set 5 - Sports Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Nonfiction Set 1 - Birds Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Nonfiction Set 2 - Insects Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Nonfiction Set 3 - Mammals Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Nonfiction Set 4 - Nature Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Nonfiction Set 5 - Sea Animals Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Reading Passages Overview Each passage is especially written for Grade 4-5 students, including key vocabulary required for this age group. Topics are varied and are accompanied by colorful graphics. Topics are meant to educate, yet entertain the modern student. These passages are perfect for the modern classroom. Whereas textbooks can become outdated in no time, any changes to technology or the world will result in updates to this product. Mixed Questions The mixed questions section of each lesson includes a variation of five comprehension, vocabulary and math questions. In addition, key reading strategies are frequently covered including cause & effect, summarizing, compare & contrast and making conclusions. Two or three of the questions will be MCQs and other questions will require a written response of some kind. Full answers and example responses appear at the end of the lesson. Spelling & Vocab Each reading passage contains a variety of words and phrases designed for Grade 4-5 students. Spelling and vocab activities provide the opportunity to build fluency with these words. As it can become quite mundane doing the same activities over and over, each lesson in a set will contain a different spelling and vocab activity . Activities include: spelling games, sentence match-ups, mixed-up text and decoding words from the lesson. Writing Prompts Writing prompts are designed to continue the theme or lessons learned in the story. Students are persuaded to write in a variety of ways and each prompt includes several cues to help. As with the spelling/vocab section, writing prompts will vary. This includes research pieces, reading responses, poetry and creative writing prompts. Full Answer Keys Full answer keys and sample responses are provided so no matter how busy you are, you know you're covered! Mixed question answers provide evidence from the text, math questions contain the relevant workings. Answers are designed for use by the teacher, but also suitable as a handout to the student. Just for Fun Each lesson will have a bonus extension exercise. This is something fun to extend the lesson with. You can find these at the end of each lesson, titled Just for Fun. Just for Funs are optional. Some you may like, some you may not. Either way, they are there to do with as you wish. For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
Author Cored Education
Tags Elementary, Reading, Comprehension, Vocabulary, Answers, Ccss, Common Core, Spelling, Writing, Digital Centers
‘What Rhymes With?’ WORKSHEETS (4-7 years)
ELA, Language Development, Phonics, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
'What Rhymes With?' WORKSHEETS A comprehensive set of printable activities for children aged 4 to 7 years. These worksheets focus on phonics, a crucial component in early literacy development. They provide an engaging educational platform for enhancing rhyming skills. Interactive, engaging, and building attention-span in little learners with 7 interactive pages. Presents a hands-on approach by challenging children to identify words that rhyme. Promotes active participation whilst learning under the innovative scheme named 'Zoggy Zero'. The 'Zoggy Zero' scheme stimulates interest in language arts and keeps children captivated during their journey towards mastering reading, writing and spelling skills. Versatile Teaching Resources For Varied Environments Suitable for classrooms as well as homeschooling. Can be used for: One-on-one teaching sessions, Larger scale group activities within classrooms encouraging cooperative learning, Homeschool assignments or homework to reinforce class-time learning. Ideal For Early Learning Stages: Preschool through Grade 1 learners This product has been designed keeping the abilities of young kids in mind but also challenges them slightly above their comfort zone to ensure significant improvement over time. The 'What Rhymes With?' Worksheets are delivered in PDF file format ensuring compatibility with most devices without compromising quality when printed or viewed digitally. In conclusion, these worksheets serve as an essential tool helping youngsters master phonics while assisting educators deliver content that fuels passion toward learning at this formative stage.
Author Guinea Pig Education
Tags Phonics, Rhyming Skills, Early Literacy, Worksheets, Language Arts
Genetics and Gene Therapy - Science Reading Article - Grades 5-7
Science, Life Sciences, Biology, Grade 5, 6, 7, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Genetics and Gene Therapy - Science Reading Comprehension Unlock genetics and gene therapy concepts for grades 5-7 students. This informative science reading comprehension article tackles complex topics at an accessible reading level. The 3-page article explores genetics, DNA, genetic disorders, gene therapy, and future applications. Definitions help students grasp key terms. Various question types target different skills - from knowledge checks to open-ended connections. An optional video with accompanying questions extends the learning. Use this engaging 50-minute literacy assignment to introduce a unit , provide an extra challenge, prep emergency sub plans, or help struggling readers. The material works for whole class, small groups, or independent practice. Editable files (Word, PDF and Google Drive) enable seamless digital or print integration. Extend scientific literacy with an engaging biology reading.
Author Teach With Fergy
Tags Genetics, Gene, Therapy, Reading, Comprehension
Urban Sprawl - Science Reading Article – Grades 5-7
Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Environmental Science, Grade 5, 6, 7, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Discover Urban Sprawl, an all-inclusive and fully customizable Science Comprehension Reading Activity designed for students in Grades 5-7 (ages 10-12). This adaptable resource is perfect for distance learning, backup lesson plans , or enhancing your current science lessons, all while improving your students' scientific literacy skills. Exploring topics such as the reasons behind urban sprawl and its negative consequences, this captivating activity abides by Common Core Standards and smoothly integrates with Google Classroom. With a simple click, you can conveniently create a copy of the reading in your Google Drive for easy access. The resource also offers Microsoft Word and PDF versions to ensure it works across various devices. Engross your students in 40-60 minutes of meaningful learning as they respond to a mix of direct knowledge-based questions and open-ended critical thinking inquiries to assess their comprehension. A helpful answer key is also included for quick reference. Tackle common challenges like diverse student pacing or creating emergency substitute plans with this ready-to-go Urban Sprawl reading comprehension activity - an essential educational tool devised to strengthen literacy skills while fostering an appreciation of pressing environmental concerns.
Author Teach With Fergy
Tags Urban Sprawl, Population, Habitat, Reading, Comprehension
High-Frequency Picture Words: Picture Word Match
ELA, Language Development, Vocabulary, Common Core, Preschool, Grade 1, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
High-Frequency Picture Words: Picture Word Match A dynamic teaching resource crafted to significantly enhance students' vocabulary, sight word recognition, and comprehension. This educational asset aids students in identifying 120 standard nouns using realistic pictures as references, fostering the formation of anchor words to upgrade their oral and written language skills. Suitable For Students Majoring in Language Arts (Kindergarten & Grade 1) This tool is instrumental in promoting early reading skills by enriching picture word knowledge. It establishes a solid foundation of known vocabulary words facilitating not only reading but also learning how to spell similar words indirectly. A Comprehensive Learning Approach The High-Frequency Picture Words: Picture Word Match provides more than just word-picture associations; it introduces typography understanding of English letters through unique boxes differentiating small letters, tall ones, and hanging letters. The contents: - Include color graphic organizers assisting learners structure information visually for smooth mental transition into remembering these high-frequency words. - A comprehension quiz furnishing an effective tool for evaluating progress. Purposefully Flexible & Glean Information Efficiently! This teaching resource can be used beneficially for purposes like group learning sessions in class or individual homework assignments at home with its easy-to-use PDF format! Crafted with Precision: Common Core State Standards are kept front and center ensuring content aligns perfectly elevating the effectiveness multiple folds! In accordance with Bloom's Taxonomy: Each line is purposefully inked ensuring learners glean information accurately yet efficiently across all cognitive levels! To sum up, High-Frequency Picture Words: Picture Word Match embodies a comprehensive language learning approach that meets tutors' pedagogical needs while offering an enriching and enjoyable experience for young learners on their lingual discovery journey!
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags PDF
Reading Comprehension Passages Fiction Set 2 (PDF)
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Common Core, Writing, Vocabulary, Language Development, Spelling, ESL, Creative Writing, Grade 6, 7, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Writing Prompts, Assessments, Teacher Tools, Tests, Quizzes and Tests, Centers, Activities
Reading Comprehension Passages Fiction Set 2 Overview Reading comprehension lessons, especially written for Grade 6-7, providing the chance to read interesting and engaging passages. Each lesson has a mix of questions to check understanding, a vocabulary or spelling activity to help remember key language introduced, and a writing exercise. Full answer keys are provided. Passages Include 1.Cooking Camp: Jason tries to make enough money to go to cookery camp. 2.Graduation: Matt helps prepare for his brother's graduation party. 3.No Internet- Sam and Klara discuss life in the past with their gran. 4.School Musical: Maiya and her concerns about the school musical. 5.My Key: Jon has the house to himself for once. Does he enjoy it though? 6.Creepy Well: Jo and some kids from school at a creepy well. 7.Bug Trip: The twins are driving Dad crazy with their science project. 8.Solo Flight: Sid gets his first solo flight in bizarre circumstances. 9.Summer at Gran's: Andrea trying to make the best of her time at Gran's. 10.Wild Wild West: Alec on the ranch with his dad. 11.Danger Mountain: Nath tries a dangerous ride down the mountain. 12.Math Queen: Rhonda doing her best at the Math competition. PDF Version This is the PDF uneditable version. This download is available in GOOGLE Docs, GOOGLE Forms, GOOGLE Slides. PDF, PPT, WORD. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE Grade 6/7 Links Fiction Set 1 Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Fiction Set 2 Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Nonfiction Set 1 Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Nonfiction Set 2 Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Reading Passages Overview Each passage is especially written for Grade 6/7 students, including key vocabulary required for this age group. Topics are varied and are accompanied by colorful graphics. Topics are meant to educate, yet entertain the modern student. The majority of these short stories contain an important message - a way of developing these young learners further. Mixed Questions The mixed questions section of each lesson includes a variation of five to six comprehension, vocabulary and Math questions. In addition, key reading strategies are frequently covered including cause & effect, summarizing, compare & contrast and making conclusions. Mixed questions require a written response (no MCQ's), full answers and example responses appear at the end of the lesson. Spelling & Vocab Each reading passage contains a variety of words and phrases designed for Grade 6/7 students. Spelling and vocab activities provide the opportunity to build fluency with these words. Activities provide clues to help assist students. Vocabulary activities include extra questions where students must write a synonym, an antonym or a sentence using a certain word. Writing Prompts Writing prompts are designed to continue the theme or lessons learned in the story. Students are persuaded to write in a variety of ways and each prompt includes several cues to help. The main focus in this product, is the student. Prompts will require the student to relate to past experiences and encourage them to discuss feelings and ways to improve. Full Answer Keys Full answer keys and sample responses are provided so no matter how busy you are, you know you're covered! Mixed question answers provide evidence from the text, Math questions contain the relevant workings. Answers are designed for use by the teacher, but also suitable as a handout to the student. For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
Author Cored Education
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Tags Elementary, Reading, Comprehension, Vocabulary, Spelling, Writing, Passages, Reading Centers, Reading Comprehension Assessment
Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: George Orwell
ELA, Literature, Writing, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Projects, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Few authors have kept readers engaged and thinking about current events for a longer period of time than George Orwell. This resource provides your students with the opportunity to independently research and write about the life the author of 1984 and Animal Farm with this engaging research planner and essay assignment. This carefully scaffolded and easy-to-assign-AND-assess resource has been designed to guide student learning from George Orwell fact-collection to the careful development of a five-paragraph research essay. Teaching this resource could not be easier! Start by handing out the background research and note-taking worksheet (you could also ONLY hand this out if you want a shorter lesson!). Once students have found their facts and sources, provide them with the essay outline activity, which guides them step-by-step through the requirements of a short research essay. From there, drafting their essay, using the provided peer review checklist, and submitting their final draft will be no problem at all. And then you can assess their work with the provided Common Core rubric! Use this entire resource as a complete research lesson or just part of it as a short research activity or sub plan! This TeachSimple download includes: - A George Orwell essay writing assignment with directions, requirements, research essay writing tips, a peer review checklist, and Common Core-tied grading rubric - An editable rubric, provided as a link, that lets you make adjustments to the grade values and guidelines. This link is provided as as Google Sheet specifically built for integration into Google Classroom, although you can also modify it for use in other Learning Management Systems (LMSs) - A George Orwell biography and note-taking worksheet that will guide your students through information gathering. This straightforward two-page handout includes instructions for background research, a fun drawing section, and an area to cite quality sources and organize conducted research - A research essay outlining worksheet, so students build on their George Orwell notes in a clear and simple manner as they build their work towards a draft and final paper - All 6-pages of this lesson are provided in full-color and B&W versions Although this resource can be fitted for any secondary Language Arts classroom, it has been carefully designed to work best in grades 8 through 11. The included rubric is subtly but specifically tied to Common Core ELA Standards for Language (3) and Writing (2 and 7). This resource is provided as a print-ready, bookmarked, and adjustable PDF file. The rubric is also included as an editable Google Sheet. This resource contains 6 pages and 1 Google Sheet.
Author The Language of Educational Art, LLC
Tags Essay, Research, Rubric, Notetaking, Oulining
High-Frequency Sight Words: Boxed Words
ELA, Language Development, Vocabulary, Common Core, Preschool, Grade 1, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
High-Frequency Sight Words: Boxed Words An enriching educational resource, High-Frequency Sight Words: Boxed Words for elementary school teachers and homeschoolers alike. Tailored towards Kindergarten and Grade 1 learning. This emphasizes language arts and vocabulary development. Enhances sight word recognition, vocabulary prowess, comprehension skills. Packed with 130 distinctly illustrated sight words. These words usually need automatic recognition because of their unusual pronunciation or spelling—which accounts approximately 50 percent of everything adults read. The high-frequency words cultivate fluent reading abilities in learners. It provides students a growing inventory of known vocabulary words that aid their venture into reading and spelling. The boxed words strategy uses boxes as powerful tools to demonstrate that word recognition can also be secured by perceiving the shapes cast by small, tall or hanging letters. Evaluating Learning Progress This product not only teaches but assesses learning progress too. Included are: - Brightly colored graphic organizers facilitating visual information grouping - crucial for early stages; - A comprehensive quiz testing learned knowledge efficiently. Falls in line with current academic benchmarks being consistent with Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts making sure to provide contemporary quality education. It follows Bloom's Taxonomy principles enhancing cognitive learning goals versatilly. This resource can be utilized across different scenarios — from whole group instruction during class to focused one-on-one attention during extracurricular support sessions; allotted as homework tasks extending engagement beyond classrooms; implementability depends on individual student needs. Includes an easy-to-use PDF file rendering the High-Frequency Sight Words: Boxed Words ready to fortify your teaching methods, refining the educational journey for all.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags PDF
Health 1st Grade Unit 5: Injury / Violence Prevention and Safety
P.E. & Health, Special Resources, Health, Physical Education, Life Skills, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Grade 1, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools, Worksheets, Worksheets & Printables
For 1st Grade Health there are seven standards that need to be taught. Unit 1 Personal Health Unit 2 Growth and Development Unit 3 Nutrition and Physical Activity Unit 4 Substance Use and Abuse Unit 5 Injury/ Violence Prevention Control and Safety Unit 6 Prevention/Control of Disease Unit 7 Environmental Consumer Health These units can be taught out of order. They are only numbered for your convenience. At the end of each unit, there is an assessment to test students’ understanding. Through using this Health 1st Grade Unit 5: Injury / Violence Prevention and Safety students will learn to identify personal information, safety in their environment, trusted adults in their community, and bullying. Included in this unit: * Students will learn how to be safe in their community, household, and community. * Students will learn the importance of knowing their personal information. * Students will learn how to identify trusted adults in their community. * Students will learn when to call 911. * Students will learn about stranger danger. * Students will learn about bullying and who to talk to if this occurs. At the end of the unit, there is an assessment to check for understanding. A total of 14 pages for Health 1st Grade Unit 5: Injury / Violence Prevention and Safety. There are seven units that cover all the health requirements for first grade. Here are the links to other health units: Health 1st Grade Unit 1: Personal Health Health 1st Grade Unit 2: Growth and Development Health 1st Grade Unit 3: Nutrition and Physical Activity Health 1st Grade Unit 4: Substance Use and Abuse Health 1st Grade Unit 5: Injury / Violence Prevention and Safety Health 1st Grade Unit 6: Prevention / Control of Disease Health 1st Grade Unit 7: Environmental / Consumer Health You can also teach your students about keeping yourself safe by studying about the Coronavirus, where and when it started and facts that plagued our world with this virus. 1st grade Coronavirus / Covid-19 Facts by Teach Simple This unit meets Common Core Standards.
Author K-5 Treasures
Tags Health Unit, Injury Prevention, Violence Prevention, Safety, 1st Grade Health, First Grade Health, Healthy Habits, Health Resources, Health, First Grade Resources
Writing And Comprehension Practice: Zoggy Gets A Red Car (4-8 years)
ELA, Language Development, Phonics, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Product: Writing And Comprehension Practice: Zoggy Gets A Red Car (4-8 years) Teachers, give your students an exciting resource that combines phonics, comprehension and writing practice! This 16-page workbook titled 'Writing And Comprehension Practice: Zoggy Gets A Red Car' is custom-designed for young learners aged between 4 and 8 years. The utility of this product isn't confined within the four walls of a classroom; it can be effectively utilized in homeschooling scenarios to engage and teach children. Zoggy, an alien character from a distant planet with a knack for computer skills will fetch your pupils' fascination. This extraterrestrial guide will help students gain familiarity with vowel digraphs such as: 'ea', 'ai', 'ay' 'oi', 'oy', 'oa' through his engaging stories. In the lesson plan incorporated in 'Zoggy gets a red car', children are encouraged to build on their phonics proficiency by tracing letters to practicing spelling. They get exposure to double consonant blends which are essential stepping stones in language learning. Apart from the phonic sound work taught in this book reinforcing letter sounds,'Writing And Comprehension Practice: Zoggy Gets A Red Car', facilitates trainers by providing follow up activities which includes simple comprehensions based on the story. This PDF formatted workbook forms part of a wider scheme called “Mission Spelling Zero,” crafted systematically into seven levels corresponding to each color of the rainbow - another interesting concept aimed at fostering early reading skills among children while keeping their interest intact. It's important to note that this particular resource is designed as companion content for Mission Spelling Zero's yellow level book - "Zoggy Gets A Red Car". It would prove beneficial if access could be arranged before purchasing this product as both resources work best hand-in-hand. Dictated primarily for Kindergarten through second graders who find their first steps into language arts engaging and practical, the resource could be used in varying scenarios such as: Whole class activities, Small group assignments, Even for reinforcement at home. With every successive level, your students will find their phonics skills strengthening thus ensuring enriching learning outcomes. So venture into reading and spelling with Mission Spelling Zero!
Author Guinea Pig Education
Tags Phonics Practice, Comprehension Skills, Writing Skills, Vowel Digraphs, Language Learning
Nutrition and Physical Activity Health: 4th and 5th Grade Unit 3
P.E. & Health, Life Studies, Physical Education, Health, Special Resources, Life Skills, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Social Skills, Grade 4, 5, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Nutrition and Physical Activity Health: 4th and 5th Grade Unit 3 For 4th and 5th Grade Health, there are seven standards that students will practice and learn. Through using this 4th and 5th Grade Health Unit 3: Nutrition and Physical Activity, students will explore and learn to identify daily healthy habits. This unit is the perfect way to help 4th and 5th graders learn the importance of their personal health! This Unit 3: Nutrition and Physical Activity contains many activities that include teaching the six basic nutrients the body needs and how students can maintain a healthy lifestyle. Students will also learn the importance of portion sizes, and they will be able to learn and understand the new food labels that was recently recreated on all food containers. Furthermore, students will get to plan 3 meals that are healthy and create an ethnic recipe of their own.. Plus, they'll get to learn about physical and moderate exercises to keep their bodies healthy. At the end of this unit, there is an assessment and answer key to check for understanding. This 4th and 5th Grade Unit 3: Nutrition and Physical Activity meets Common Core standards and will make learning about nutrition and physical activity fun and exciting! Included in this 4th and 5th Grade Health unit are the following: Students will learn about the body's nutrients that are needed for a healthy lifestyle which include: Water, Protein, Carbohydrates, Fat, Vitamins, Minerals. They will learn about portion sizes and the basic food groups. They will create and plan three healthy meals. Students will decipher what food labels mean on food packages and how to apply that to their life. They will learn a new ethnic recipe and make their own meal. Students will learn about physical and moderate exercises and come up with their own ways to stay healthy with exercise. Lastly, there is an assessment to check for understanding. Included is an answer key. There are 26 pages included! There are seven units that cover all the health requirements for 4th and 5th grade. Here are the links to other health units: Health | 4th and 5th Grade Unit 1: Personal Health Health | 4th and 5th Grade Unit 2: Growth and Development Health | 4th and 5th Grade Unit 3: Nutrition and Physical Activity Health | 4th and 5th Grade Unit 4: Substance Use and Abuse Health |4th and 5th Grade Unit 5: Injury and Violence Prevention Health | 4th and 5th Grade Unit 6: Prevention and Control of Disease Health |4th and 5th Grade Unit 7: Environmental Consumer Health
Author K-5 Treasures
Tags Personal Health, Healthy Goals, Health Activities, Physical Goals, Health Goals, Health And Wellness, 4th Grade Health, 5th Grade Heath, Heath Units, Nutrition Goals
Word Families - Long Vowels: Sentence Completion
ELA, Language Development, Phonics, Common Core, Preschool, Grade 1, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Word Families - Long Vowels: Sentence Completion For Educators This valuable teaching resource, aimed at kindergarten and first-grade classrooms, is a perfect addition to both traditional and homeschooling environments. The focus here lies around word families pertaining to long vowel phonograms. Enhance Learning Experience By using this tool in the classroom setting, teachers can noticeably enhance their students' vocabulary, sight word recognition, and comprehension. This importance springs from integrating real-life pictures to contextualize learning positively. Dolch High-Frequency Words A key feature of the product is its reliance on “Dolch” high-frequency words - an indispensable part of fostering early reading skills. These contents align directly with Common Core State Standards, assuring that teaching adheres strictly according to expected learning development agendas. A Versatile Tool The Word Families - Long Vowels: Sentence Completion packet comes as 29 ready-to-print PDF pages chock-full of engaging activities such as: Rhyming exercises Writing tasks Poetry creation exercises The worksheets are versatile enough for whole-group instruction or small group activities ensuring undistracted attention for learners necessitating additional reinforcement—it's also suitable for independent practice or homework assignments encouraging students' ongoing mastery further. Cloze Sentences & Riddles - An Interactive Approach To elevate classroom engagement and refine problem-solving abilities there are interactive elements like fill-in-the-blank type questions (Cloze sentences) and riddles included within these worksheets —an all-encompassing arsenal according to Bloom's Taxonomy. Share the joy of an enticing educational environment propelling students toward academic success with this innovative teaching resource.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags Word Families, Long Vowels, Complete Sentence, Language Arts, Rimes
Number & Operations - Drill Sheets Gr. 3-5
Math, Numbers, Grade 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Number & Operations - Drill Sheets Gr. 3-5 This is an essential teaching resource predominantly for educators, including public school teachers and homeschoolers. It's designed to augment mathematics learning among Grade 3 to Grade 5 students through a wide range of exercises. A Guided Approach To Learning Distinguishing these drill sheets from others is the guided approach towards comprehending vital number operations. With the integration of warm-up and timed drill activities, students can practice: Multiplication skills Division techniques Fractions comprehension and application Understanding decimals An Interactive World Of Numbers The worksheets allow learners to decipher fractions from shades in shapes or follow patterns on a hundreds chart . Additional tasks challenge pupils with arranging fractions and identifying place values for underlined digits. Beyond The Textbook Learning Pupils also develop translation skills by translating base-ten models into real numbers while learning how to round off decimals to whole numbers. They further extend their knowledge through comparisons using specific mathematical symbols such as less than, equal to or more than. - Gradual Complexity Increase- The design adopts a leveled learning approach that begins at Grade 3 level complexity, gradually increasing towards the Grade 5 level difficulty. This prevents overwhelm whilst promoting even skill development. Meeting Educational Standards at its Best! The package strictly adheres with state standards meeting NCTM norms offering: Review sessions clarifying queries regarding incorrect attempts Simplified answer keys. It is a highly recommended resource pack for Mathematics education centred around 'Numbers' sub-topic.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags PDF
Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: Gary Paulsen
ELA, Literature, Writing, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, Activities, Projects, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Few authors have mastered the art of the the young adult novel like Gary Paulsen. This resource provides your students with the opportunity to independently research and write about the life of the renowned author of Hatchet, Woodsong, and many other classic works, with this engaging research planner and essay assignment. This carefully scaffolded and easy-to-assign-AND-assess resource has been designed to guide student learning from Gary Paulsen fact-collection to the careful development of a five-paragraph research essay. Teaching this resource could not be easier! Start by handing out the background research and note-taking worksheet (you could also ONLY hand this out if you want a shorter lesson!). Once students have found their facts and sources, provide them with the essay outline activity, which guides them step-by-step through the requirements of a short research essay. From there, drafting their essay, using the provided peer review checklist, and submitting their final draft will be no problem at all. And then you can assess their work with the provided Common Core rubric! Use this entire resource as a complete research lesson or just part of it as a short research activity or sub plan! This TeachSimple download includes: A Gary Paulsen essay writing assignment with directions, requirements, research essay writing tips, a peer review checklist, and Common Core-tied grading rubric An editable rubric, provided as a link, that lets you make adjustments to the grade values and guidelines. This link is provided as as Google Sheet specifically built for integration into Google Classroom, although you can also modify it for use in other Learning Management Systems (LMSs) A Gary Paulsen biography and note-taking worksheet that will guide your students through information gathering. This straightforward two-page handout includes instructions for background research, a fun drawing section, and an area to cite quality sources and organize conducted research A research essay outlining worksheet, so students build on their Gary Paulsen notes in a clear and simple manner as they build their work towards a draft and final paper All 6-pages of this lesson are provided in full-color and B&W versions Although this resource can be fitted for any secondary Language Arts classroom, it has been carefully designed to work best in grades 8 through 11. The included rubric is subtly but specifically tied to Common Core ELA Standards for Language (3) and Writing (2 and 7). This resource is provided as a print-ready, bookmarked, and adjustable PDF file. The rubric is also included as an editable Google Sheet. This resource contains 6 pages and 1 Google Sheet.
Author The Language of Educational Art, LLC
Tags Essay, Research, Rubric, Notetaking, Outlining