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The War That Saved My Life Quizzes, Literary Essays & Quick Writes
ELA, Literature, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Writing, Formal Writing, Creative Writing, Grade 5, 6, 7, Quizzes and Tests, Teacher Tools, Quizzes, Tests, Rubrics, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies, Writing Prompts
The War That Saved My Life Chapter Quizzes, Literary Essays & Quick Writes Printable & Digital | Grades 5–7 | Answer Keys Included (PDF Only) When I started teaching The War That Saved My Life, I wanted quick ways to check comprehension and also give my students meaningful writing practice. That’s why I created this resource. It combines chapter quizzes, literary essay prompts, and quick writes to save time and keep assessment simple but effective. There are seven comprehension quizzes organized by chapter sections. Each one includes multiple-choice questions for quick checks, two short responses, and one extended response to encourage text-based answers and critical thinking. The Google Forms versions make digital grading easy, and they’re completely editable, so you can customize questions or scoring as needed. In addition to the quizzes, you’ll find 10 literary essay prompts with a rubric to help guide structured writing about theme, character development, conflict, symbolism, and more. For shorter writing practice, there are 5 quick-write prompts that are perfect for warm-ups or reflection after reading. What’s Included ✔ 7 comprehension quizzes (printable + Google Forms) ✔ 10 literary essay prompts with rubric ✔ 5 quick-write prompts with rubric ✔ Digital Google Slides Student Journal ✔ Answer keys for all PDF quizzes This resource works well for whole-class novel studies, small groups, or independent work. I’ve used it to monitor understanding, prep students for standardized testing, and build their confidence in responding with evidence. Printable and digital versions are included, and answer keys are provided for every quiz in the PDF version.
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Miss Marple – A Classic Movie Detective
Social Studies, Biographies, ELA, Reading, Literature, Writing, Creative Writing, Drama, Creative Arts, Literary Devices, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, Worksheets, Worksheets & Printables, Quizzes, Quizzes and Tests, Teacher Tools, Projects, Activities, Writing Prompts, Literacy Readers
Miss Marple – A Classic Movie Detective A reading-based worksheet set with optional film tasks (grades 7–10) 🎥🕵️♀️ A printable and digital resource This material introduces students to the character of Miss Marple as portrayed by Margaret Rutherford in the classic black-and-white crime comedies based on Agatha Christie’s novels. Whether your students are already familiar with detective fiction or encountering it for the first time, this resource offers a simple and accessible way to combine reading skills, character study, and media analysis. The core of the material is a short informational text that provides background on the character and the actress who portrayed her. Students work with a structured profile sheet and a short quiz to reinforce their understanding. If you choose to watch a Miss Marple film with your class, there are two additional worksheets: one for summarizing the movie plot and one for writing a short review. What’s included: Informational text about Miss Marple and Margaret Rutherford Worksheet to create a character profile Quiz questions with solution key Film content worksheet (optional use) Film review worksheet (optional use) Solutions for all main tasks Format: PDF (print-friendly and digital) How it works in class: This is the kind of resource I like to keep on hand for flexible lessons. It works well as a quiet reading and writing task on its own, or as part of a small media project. Watching one of the Miss Marple films adds variety to the lesson and gives students a chance to apply what they’ve learned in a fun and creative way. The film-related worksheets are structured, so even students with less writing experience can follow along easily. Great for regular lessons, substitute plans, or simply when you want to bring a bit of classic British mystery into your classroom. Warmly, Lernfitness Did You Know? I teach with a certified therapy dog, and together we focus on creating a positive and inspiring learning environment.
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Tags Miss Marple, Movie, Detective, Margaret Rutherford, Detective Fiction, Agatha Christie, British Film Classics, Crime Comedy, Character Study, Classic Movie Worksheet
Reading Comprehension Nonfiction Set 5 - Sea Animals (Presentable PDF)
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Common Core, Creative Writing, Writing, ESL, Language Development, Spelling, Vocabulary, Grade 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Writing Prompts, Assessments, Teacher Tools, Tests, Quizzes and Tests, Centers, Activities
Reading Comprehension Passages Nonfiction Set 5 Snapshot Title: READING COMPREHENSION: Nonfiction Grade 4–5 Sea Animals Genre: Nonfiction (informational articles with practice/support pages) Subject: Reading (Informational Text) / Life Science Primary Topic: Sea animals, traits, and survival adaptations Estimated Guided Reading Level (A–Z): T What This Teaches Best Animal adaptations for survival (camouflage and burying in sand for stingrays; electric eels’ electric charge; whale sharks’ filter feeding; sharks’ cartilage skeletons). How body parts help animals function (electro-receptors, venomous spines, gill rakers, blowholes, dorsal fins, tentacles, and tiny sensory cells). Cause-and-effect in ecosystems and human impact (sharks as top predators that help maintain balance; shark finning and endangered sharks disrupting ocean ecosystems). Compare/contrast informational reading (how porpoises and dolphins are alike and different in teeth, body shape, lifespan, and social behavior). Support-page QA note: The “Sea Animals Multiple Choice Quiz” says some answers aren’t in the articles, and several questions require outside knowledge (e.g., seahorse pregnancy, “fastest known sea animal,” and sharks hunted each year). Learning Goals Explain how at least two sea animals use special body features to survive, using text details. Describe how a stingray finds prey and defends itself, based on the article. Explain how an electric eel uses electricity and how it breathes in low-oxygen water. Describe how a whale shark eats and why it is not a significant danger to humans. Summarize why sharks are important to the ocean’s balance and why some sharks become endangered. Compare dolphins and porpoises by identifying two similarities and two differences from the text. Passages Include Stingray: Stingrays are close relatives of sharks. Read more about this amazing sea animal in this article. That’s Electric: How much electricity can an electric eel produce? Find out here. Whale Shark: Meet the whale shark—the biggest fish in the ocean. Yes, the biggest! Scared of Sharks: A shark passage packed with facts… if you’re brave enough to read it! Under the Sea: Porpoise or dolphin—what’s the difference? All About Jellyfish: More people die each year from jellyfish stings than from great white shark attacks. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE PRESENTABLE PDF VERSION Run it like a slide show straight from a PDF, with no PowerPoint or extra software needed, just open, project, and teach. Other versions are available in the links list below or in the full catalog. For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
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Tags Elementary, Reading, Comprehension, Vocabulary, Common Core, Spelling, Writing, Passages, Reading Centers, Reading Comprehension Assessments
High School 2025 July-September ELA Bell Ringer Bundle (Quarter)
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I still remember the morning my daughter pushed back from our kitchen table, looked at me with genuine surprise, and said, "Mom, I actually have an idea for this one." It was our third week of starting each school day with a simple writing warm-up, and something had finally clicked. As a homeschool parent, I had been searching for that magic formula to help my reluctant writer find her voice, and honestly, I had almost given up on these short daily exercises. But watching her evolve from someone who stared at blank pages to a confident high schooler who can craft compelling arguments and vivid narratives – well, it reminded me that sometimes the most powerful learning happens in those unassuming 10-minute moments before we dive into our "real" lessons. Because she is heading into her first year of high school, she gave me the idea to create these writing prompts for High School ELA . WHAT YOU'LL RECEIVE: Ready-to-use daily warm-ups 66 carefully crafted exercises covering a full academic quarter Grammar, Imaginative writing challenges focusing on speculative and dystopian themes KEY LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Grammar, poetry, vocabulary, and sentence structure analysis Using literary excerpts for enhance critical thinking and textual analysis skills Diverse writing styles to help students/homeschoolers discover their unique voice and style Creative and descriptive writing prompts from dystopian to flash fiction As I reflect on our homeschool path, especially those sometimes challenging middle school years, I have come to understand that consistency trumps complexity every single time. It was not the elaborate unit studies or the impressive final projects that made the biggest difference in my daughter's writing development – though those certainly had their place. Instead, it was showing up each morning with a meaningful prompt, creating that safe space for her to experiment with words and ideas, and celebrating those small victories along the way. Now, as she navigates her ninth-grade year with genuine enthusiasm for writing across all subjects, I am reminded that my role as homeschool educators is not just to teach skills – it is to help our children discover they have important thoughts worth sharing and the tools to express them clearly. If you are in that familiar place of wondering how to bridge the gap between where your teenager is as a writer and where they need to be, these daily practices might just be the gentle, consistent support they need to surprise themselves with their own capabilities. If you and your students/homeschoolers enjoyed this resource, please leave a review. Thank you for your support! Tina - Big Easy Homeschooling Mom
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Tags High School ELA Bell Ringers For July-September, Daily English Activities For Homeschool High School, Creative Writing Prompts For High Schoolers/homeschoolers, No Prep ELA Resources For Teachers, Homeschool Daily Writing Activities High School, Back To School English Bell Ringers, High School ELA Bell Ringers Bundle, Homeschool Resources, Grammar Exercises For High School Students, Literary Analysis Prompts
Zoo Animal Research Writing Project on ELEPHANTS for K-2nd Grade
Life Studies, ELA, Writing, Creative Writing, Reading, Science, Life Sciences, Animals, Research, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, Teacher Tools, Worksheets & Printables, Lesson Plans, Presentations, Worksheets, Coloring Pages, Writing Prompts
Animal Research Writing Project on Elephants for K-2. Engage young students in reading, writing, and science with this 19-page informational writing project on elephants. Students will read fascinating facts, examine real-life photos, color images, draw habitat scenes, organize information with writing organizers, and compose their own informative writing piece on elephants. Three differentiated writing levels are included to accommodate varying abilities. When completed, the project can be bound into a printed book for the classroom or home library. This elephant unit can be implemented in whole groups, small groups, or as an individual student project. Pair it with the 7 other available animal projects for a cross-curricular writing program. Suitable for kindergarten through 2nd grade. Teachers appreciate the ready-to-use animal units covering reading, note-taking, drafting, illustrating, and publishing. Engage your class in meaningful informational writing with this standards-based project on monkeys. Plus, there are many more zoo animals to research as well in my store: K-5 Treasures! For additional Zoo Animal reports, click on the following links below: Animal Research Writing Project on TIGERS for K-2nd Grade Animal Research Writing Project on MONKEYS for K-2nd Grade Animal Research Writing Project on PANDAS for K-2nd Grade Animal Research Writing Project on HIPPOS for K-2nd Grade Animal Research Writing Project on ELEPHANTS for K-2nd Grade Animal Research Writing Project on GIRAFFES for K-2nd Grade Here are even more informational resources on report writing for OCEAN ANIMALS. Click on the links below: Animal Research Writing Project on WHALES for K-2nd Grade Animal Research Writing Project on the OCTOPUS for K-2nd Grade Animal Research Writing Project on SEA TURTLES for K-2nd Grade Animal Research Writing Project on ORCAS for K-2nd Grade Animal Research Writing Project on the SHELLFISH for K-2nd Grade Animal Research Writing Project on DOLPHINS for K-2nd Grade Animal Research Writing Project on SEALS for K-2nd Grade
Author K-5 Treasures
Tags Animal Research, Informational Writing, Writing Report, Zoo Animals, Report On Animals, Report On Zoo Animals, 1st Grade Writing, 2nd Grade Writing, Elephants, Report On Elephants
2025 June ELA Bell Ringers
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Looking to breathe new life into your ELA classroom this June? These 2025 June ELA Bell Ringers are exactly what you need. Packed with 21 ready-to-use activities, this resource turns those first few minutes of class into meaningful learning moments. These 2025 June ELA Bell Ringers have a little bit of everything – from grammar drills to creative writing, vocabulary builders to poetry analysis – ensuring your students/homeschoolers stay engaged and challenged. These are not your typical worksheet fillers. Each bell ringer is carefully designed to get students thinking, writing, and exploring language in exciting ways. Whether you're looking to kick off class with a quick warm-up, smooth out transitions between lessons, or give students some independent practice, these activities hit the mark. These 2025 June ELA Bell Ringers will push your students/homeschoolers to sharpen their skills, spark their creativity, and develop a genuine love for language and literature. INCLUDED IN THIS RESOURCE ✔ 21 daily ELA bell ringers for The real magic happens when learning feels less like a requirement and more like an exciting daily challenge. Your students/homeschoolers won't just be completing an activity; they'll be embarking on a quick but meaningful intellectual journey every single morning. Your classroom/homeschool isn't just a room—it's a launching pad for young minds, one bell ringer at a time. If you and your students/homeschoolers enjoyed this resource, please leave a review. Thank you for your support! Tina - Big Easy Homeschooling Mom
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Tags June ELA Bell Ringers, June Writing Prompts, Middle & High School Daily Warm-Ups, Middle & High School Writing Activities, Homeschool ELA Writing Activities
Free Sample — October Daily Writing Prompts | 2nd–3rd Grade
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Looking to boost your students’ daily writing with fun, low-prep prompts? Try out this free sample from my October Daily Writing Prompts resource — perfect for 2nd and 3rd grade students! This sampler includes 5 themed prompts with both printable and digital formats , giving you a taste of the full month-long writing resource. Weekly Themes Included in the Sample: Spooky Story Monday – Creative story Trick-or-Treat Tuesday – How-to or informational Witchy Would You Rather Wednesday – Opinion writing Throwback Thursday – Reflective/comparison Freaky Free Write Friday – Fun seasonal topic These prompts are designed to spark imagination, build confidence, and support a consistent writing routine in your classroom. What’s Included: ✅ 5 writing prompts (one from each weekly theme) ✅ Printable version with lined writing space and drawing box ✅ Editable Google Slides™/Powerpoint version ✅ Black-and-white for easy printing ✅ Student-friendly format Great For: Morning work Writing centers Early finishers Sub plans Daily journals
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Reading Comprehension Passages Fiction Set 2 (Fillable 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 Snapshot Title: Fiction Grade 6-7 Set 2 Genre: Fiction Subject: Reading / SEL Primary Topic: Short fiction about goals, family, fear, and problem-solving Estimated Guided Reading Level (A–Z): X What This Teaches Best Highlights perseverance and goal-setting through stories such as Cooking Camp , where Jason works toward camp money. Develops analysis of realistic character choices in school, family, and community settings, including School Musical , My Key! , and Summer at Gran’s . Encourages discussion of fear and bravery in suspenseful or high-stakes stories such as Creepy Well and Solo Flight . Supports cause-and-effect thinking and problem-solving, especially in stories like Bug Trip and Cooking Camp . Provides broad practice with vocabulary, inference, sequencing, and response writing through matched support pages after each passage. Learning Goals Students will explain how characters work toward a goal or solve a problem. Students will infer character feelings from dialogue, actions, and story events. Students will describe how a challenge changes a character by the end of a story. Students will sequence events and explain cause-and-effect relationships. Students will determine the meaning of important vocabulary from context. Students will compare how different stories present courage, responsibility, or persistence. 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. FILLABLE PDF VERSION Worksheet-style pages, but with type-in answer boxes so students can complete and save their work digitally. Other versions are available in the links list below or in the full catalog. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
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Tags Elementary, Reading, Comprehension, Vocabulary, Spelling, Writing, Passages, Reading Centers, Reading Comprehension Assessment
High School: The Scholar's Quest Mad Lib Mini-Unit
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In my house, finding ninth-grade resources that do not feel childish is an uphill battle. If a worksheet looks like it is from 1994, my daughter is done before she even picks up a pencil. That is why I created the High School The Scholar's Quest Mad Lib Mini Unit. I wanted something that leaned into that dark academia, immersive vibe that teens actually like, while still hitting the academic rigor they need. We have used this on those slow, rainy Tuesdays to turn a boring ELA lesson into a deep dive into atmosphere—without the usual groaning. INCLUDED IN THIS RESOURCE: The Scholar's Quest: Multi-page immersive narrative experience. 100+ Tier 2 Word: Sophisticated academic vocabulary banks. 10 Brainstorming Sheets: Narrative architecture and planning tools. Advanced Grammar Guide: Gerunds and participle phrase toolkits. TOPICS COVERED: Literary Tone Analysis: Mastering mood through word choice. Narrative Synthesis: High-level academic word integration. Advanced Parts of Speech: Gerunds, transitive verbs, and more. Pre-Writing Skills: Character blueprints and setting design. This High School The Scholar'sQuest Mad Lib Mini Unit transforms a standard English lesson into an experiment. They are nott just students/homeschoolers here; they are alchemists in charge of the results. Whether you are homeschooling or in a classroom, this High School The Scholar'sQuest Mad Lib Mini Unit resource honors their maturity while keeping things fresh. Happy crafting! If you and your students/homeschoolers enjoyed this resource, please leave a review. Thank you for your support! Tina - Big Easy Homeschooling Mom
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Tags Mad Libs For Teens, Creative Writing, Homeschool Resources, Homeschool ELA Curriculum, Creative Writing Prompts For High School, Interest-led Learning ELA, Narrative Writing Unit, ELA Quest, High School ELA Workshop, Scholarly Writing Tasks
Reading Comprehension Passages Fiction Set 2 - Animals (Fillable PDF)
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Common Core, ESL, Language Development, Spelling, Vocabulary, Creative Writing, Writing, Grade 2, 3, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Assessments, Teacher Tools, Tests, Quizzes and Tests, Writing Prompts
Reading Comprehension Passages Fiction Set 2 Snapshot Title: Title not stated Genre: Fiction (animal-themed short stories with skill pages) Subject: Reading Primary Topic: Animal stories for comprehension and literacy practice Estimated Guided Reading Level (A–Z): O What This Teaches Best Reading comprehension with short, engaging animal stories: Each passage centers on an animal-related situation and is followed by questions that point students back to key details. Responsible choices around animals: Characters learn boundaries and care (e.g., not feeding/petting a wild fawn; returning tadpoles to the pond; releasing butterflies after photographing them). Character feelings and motivations: Students can track how characters feel and why (excited, uneasy, frustrated, worried) and connect those feelings to actions and outcomes. Cause and effect + problem/solution: Stories show clear outcomes from decisions (escaped pheasants lead to chasing; fog blocks stargazing; feeding helps Allan pet a dolphin). Integrated skill practice (vocab, spelling, writing): Support pages include vocabulary matching, spelling tasks, short responses, and retelling. Note: one question page uses the name “Zelda” where the story uses “Zelma.” Learning Goals Students will recount the beginning, middle, and end of a selected story using details from the text. Students will describe characters’ feelings and motivations and cite what in the story shows them. Students will identify a problem and solution in a story and explain how the solution affects the ending. Students will explain cause-and-effect relationships (what happened, why it happened, and what changed). Students will use context clues to determine the meaning of challenging words in the passages. Students will make a reasonable prediction based on story events and character actions. Passages Include 1.Unexpected Visitors: Terra gets an unexpected visitor. 2.Feeding Time: Allan visits an aquarium and feeds the dolphins. 3.New Pup Next Door: The neighbor has a new dog and Benny wants to see. 4.Stargazing: Jazmin loves looking at the stars. She visits the beach today. 5.On the Search: Abigail wants to find a shark tooth more than anything. 6.Tadpoles: Brittney & Stan take frogs eggs home & watch them hatch. 7.Lucky Caterpillar: Lily and Sadie watch a caterpillar crossing the road. 8.Karl the Photographer: Karl spends his summer taking photos of butterflies. 9.Chasing Pheasants: Tony and his father have a great idea...or so they think! 10.Part of the Family: Ava is nervous as her cat is about to have kittens. Additional File: Tadpoles: Blank Life Cycle FILLABLE PDF VERSION Worksheet-style pages, but with type-in answer boxes so students can complete and save their work digitally. Other versions are available in the links list below or in the full catalog. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
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Tags Elementary, Reading, Comprehension, Vocabulary, Answers, Common Core, Spelling, Writing, Passages, Reading Comprehension Assessments
Reading Comprehension Passages Nonfiction Set 1 (Presentable PDF)
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Common Core, Language Development, Spelling, Vocabulary, Creative Writing, Writing, Resources for Teachers, Grade 6, 7, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Writing Prompts, Assessments, Teacher Tools, Tests, Quizzes and Tests, Centers, Activities
Reading Comprehension Passages Nonfiction Set 1 Snapshot Title: Nonfiction Grade 6-7 Set 1 Genre: Nonfiction Subject: Reading / Science / Social Studies / Health Primary Topic: Informational articles on animals, places, health, and environment Estimated Guided Reading Level (A–Z): Y What This Teaches Best Builds informational reading skills across science-rich animal articles such as Elephant Seals , Visayan Pigs , Seahorses , Pandas , Wolves , and Blue Jays . Supports understanding of habitats, adaptations, survival, and conservation. Expands knowledge beyond life science with articles on Iceland , Yogurt , Karate , and Clean Air . Gives strong practice with domain-specific vocabulary and text-based questioning. Works well for comparing informational texts across topics, structures, and author purposes. Learning Goals Students will identify main ideas and supporting details in informational articles. Students will explain how animal features or behaviors help them survive. Students will describe how human actions affect habitats, air quality, or endangered species. Students will determine the meaning of domain-specific vocabulary in context. Students will compare how different nonfiction texts present facts about science, geography, and health. Students will ask and answer questions using evidence from the article. Passages Include 1.American Bison: Find out more about North America's heaviest land animal. 2.Brown Bears: Featuring brown bears and Kodiak bears. 3.Elephant Seals: Fact: Elephant Seals spend 2 months a year on the beach! 4.Visayan Pigs: Punk rock pigs? Discover more about this endangered species. 5.Seahorses:Terrible swimmers but beautiful creatures all the same. 6.Pandas: Read about China's national symbol then write about America's. 7.Wolves: What does a wolf's howl mean? This article features that, and more! 8.Blue Jays: Can imitate other bird calls and feast on other birds' eggs! 9.Iceland: An amazing country, find out everything there is to know in this one. 10.Yogurt: Healthiest treat? Learn how yogurt is made & how it's good for us. 11.Karate: Who? How? When? Where? Did Karate all begin? 12.Clean Air: A longer article but the most important of subjects. PRESENTABLE PDF VERSION Run it like a slide show straight from a PDF, with no PowerPoint or extra software needed, just open, project, and teach. Other versions are available in the links list below or in the full catalog. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
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Tags Elementary, Reading, Comprehension, Vocabulary, Answers, Spelling, Writing, Passages, Reading Centers, Reading Comprehension Assessment
Second Grade Reading Comprehension - Don't Let the Pigeon Stay up Late
ELA, Children’s Literature, Literature, Language Development, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Creative Writing, Writing, Community Building, Resources for Teachers, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Centers, Activities, Read Alouds, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools, Writing Prompts, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
Mo Willems is the author of the Pigeon book series. The books contain large amounts of vocabulary designed for k-2nd graders. However, the pictures are so simple and adorable, they can be enjoyed by people of all ages. I adore this series so much that i have collected all of them despite that my son is almost 20 years old. As a result, I created the first of what I hope to be a series of reading comprehension and guided reading activity packs to make learning more fun for early elementary students as well as special education students and those with special needs in the areas of speech and communication. The book, "Don't Let the Pigeon Stay up Late," is required reading in order for students to complete all of the activities. It is available for purchase at Amazon and at Mo Willems own website. You can also find it at your local library to check out. Students will practice reading and learn about grammar, spelling, and increase vocabulary. Activities include: Open-ended questions, writing prompts, based on the text in the book. Sight word recognition activities 32 Spelling Words 32 Vocabulary Words Alphabetization Fill-in-the-Blank Drawing And More Students will be given the opportunity to search for: 14 CVC words found in the book 14 nouns found in the book 18 sight words found in the book Great for: Reading Centers Literature Centers Guided Reading Read aloud activities Practicing Social and Emotional Skills Pigeon books are written so that the reader is directly being spoken to by the Pigeon. Such fun books! Answer key is included, pdf downloadable, printable file. 15 pages Table of contents is included. Links for further activities beyond this guided reading project are also included.
Author Homeschooling Dietitian Mom
Tags Guided Reading, Reading Comprehension, Early Reading, Second Grade Reading Comprehension, 2nd Grade Reading Comprehension, Reading Strategies
Free Sample — November Daily Writing Prompts | 2nd–3rd Grade
ELA, Writing, Creative Writing, November, Months, Holiday & Seasonal, Fall, Seasons, Grade 2, 3, Activities, Centers, Worksheets & Printables, Writing Prompts, Worksheets, Workbooks
Bring seasonal fun into your classroom with this free sample of my November Daily Writing Prompts ! Designed for 2nd and 3rd grade students, these prompts encourage creativity, reflection, and critical thinking — all while keeping writing practice engaging. This sampler includes 5 themed prompts with both printable and digital formats , giving you a preview of the full month-long resource. 🦃 November Weekly Themes in the Sample: Tall Tale Monday – Spin a silly exaggeration story Turkey Tip Tuesday – Share advice or instructions Wishbone Wednesday – Opinion writing with choices Thankful Thursday – Reflect on gratitude and kindness Fall Free Write Friday – Seasonal fun topic 🖨️ What’s Included: ✅ 5 writing prompts (one from each weekly theme) ✅ Printable version with lined writing space + drawing box ✅ Editable Google Slides™ version for digital learners ✅ Black-and-white format for easy printing ✅ Student-friendly layouts 🧠 Perfect For: Morning work Writing centers Early finishers Sub plans Daily journals
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High School The Winter-Spring Dialogue Writing Prompt Bundle
ELA, Reading, Writing, Spring, Seasons, Holiday & Seasonal, Winter, Research, Resources for Teachers, Creative Writing, Homeschool Resources, High School, Teacher Tools, Worksheets & Printables, Writing Prompts, Worksheets, Assessments, Lesson Plans, Quizzes and Tests
I will be honest—high school hit us like a ton of bricks! Watching my 9th-grade daughter outgrow our old curriculum was a huge wake-up call; the 'fluff' that worked in middle school just made her roll her eyes. I realized we didn’t need more prompts; we needed better conversations. That is why I built High School The Winter-Spring Dialogue Writing Prompt Bundle . I wanted something that felt as deep and complex as she is. We have spent the last few weeks sitting at the kitchen table, watching the literal thaw outside while she tackles these big, 'grown-up' ideas. Seeing her actually think instead of just filling in blanks? Those are the moments that remind me why we chose to homeschool in the first place. INCLUDED IN THIS RESOURCE: 20 reflective nature prompts 10 brainstorming note-taking sheets Analytical grading rubric Weighted high school grading scale TOPICS COVERED: Dormancy & Growth Liminality & Transitions Seasonal Reliability Vulnerability & Light If your teen gets stuck on a tough prompt, just let them sit with it. I tell my daughter all the time: some of the best ideas need a little time in the dark before they are ready to surface. I cannot wait to hear about the 'aha!' moments that happen at your house this season. Keep leaning into the thaw—the growth is coming. If you and your students/homeschoolers enjoyed this resource, please leave a review. Thank you for your support! Tina - Big Easy Homeschooling Mom
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Tags High School Creative Writing, Homeschool Writing Curriculum, High School ELA Resources, Eclectic Homeschool Writing Prompts, Winter To Spring Transition For High Schoolers, Nature Study For High School English, Creative Writing For High School, Creative Writing Curriculum, Teenage Self-reflection, Teen Nature Journaling
Reading Comprehension Passages Fiction Set 2 - Animals Presentable PDF
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Common Core, ESL, Language Development, Spelling, Vocabulary, Creative Writing, Writing, Grade 2, 3, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Assessments, Teacher Tools, Tests, Quizzes and Tests, Writing Prompts
Reading Comprehension Passages Fiction Set 2 Snapshot Genre: Fiction (animal-themed short stories with skill pages) Subject: Reading Primary Topic: Animal stories for comprehension and literacy practice Estimated Guided Reading Level (A–Z): O What This Teaches Best Reading comprehension with short, engaging animal stories: Each passage centers on an animal-related situation and is followed by questions that point students back to key details. Responsible choices around animals: Characters learn boundaries and care (e.g., not feeding/petting a wild fawn; returning tadpoles to the pond; releasing butterflies after photographing them). Character feelings and motivations: Students can track how characters feel and why (excited, uneasy, frustrated, worried) and connect those feelings to actions and outcomes. Cause and effect + problem/solution: Stories show clear outcomes from decisions (escaped pheasants lead to chasing; fog blocks stargazing; feeding helps Allan pet a dolphin). Integrated skill practice (vocab, spelling, writing): Support pages include vocabulary matching, spelling tasks, short responses, and retelling. Note: one question page uses the name “Zelda” where the story uses “Zelma.” Learning Goals Students will recount the beginning, middle, and end of a selected story using details from the text. Students will describe characters’ feelings and motivations and cite what in the story shows them. Students will identify a problem and solution in a story and explain how the solution affects the ending. Students will explain cause-and-effect relationships (what happened, why it happened, and what changed). Students will use context clues to determine the meaning of challenging words in the passages. Students will make a reasonable prediction based on story events and character actions. Passages Include 1.Unexpected Visitors: Terra gets an unexpected visitor. 2.Feeding Time: Allan visits an aquarium and feeds the dolphins. 3.New Pup Next Door: The neighbor has a new dog and Benny wants to see. 4.Stargazing: Jazmin loves looking at the stars. She visits the beach today. 5.On the Search: Abigail wants to find a shark tooth more than anything. 6.Tadpoles: Brittney & Stan take frogs eggs home & watch them hatch. 7.Lucky Caterpillar: Lily and Sadie watch a caterpillar crossing the road. 8.Karl the Photographer: Karl spends his summer taking photos of butterflies. 9.Chasing Pheasants: Tony and his father have a great idea...or so they think! 10.Part of the Family: Ava is nervous as her cat is about to have kittens. Additional File: Tadpoles: Blank Life Cycle PRESENTABLE PDF VERSION Run it like a slide show straight from a PDF, with no PowerPoint or extra software needed, just open, project, and teach. Other versions are available in the links list below or in the full catalog. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
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Reading Comprehension Passages Fiction Set 2 Sample : Graduation (PDF)
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Common Core, ESL, Language Development, Vocabulary, Creative Writing, Writing, Resources for Teachers, Grade 6, 7, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Writing Prompts, Assessments, Teacher Tools, Tests, Quizzes and Tests
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. Passage Included 2.Graduation: Matt helps prepare for his brother's graduation party. 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 More Like This For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
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ESL Novel Study Worksheets - The Martian - Andy Weir - STEM - Sci Fi
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ESL Novel Study Worksheets - The Martian - Andy Weir - STEM - Science Fiction 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 novel "The Martian" (Science Fiction Novel by American author Andy Weir - STEM - Mars). This Novel Study worksheets on "The Martian" (Science Fiction Novel by American author Andy Weir - STEM - Mars) 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 Martian - Andy Weir" (2 printable PDF worksheets pages), English Second or Foreign Language (ESL - EFL - TESOL - TEFL) 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 Martian" (Science Fiction Novel by American author Andy Weir - STEM - Mars) can be ideal for learners from 7th grade to 12th grade to study this Novel (middle school + High School Students + Adult learners + University 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!
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The Outsiders Powerpoint, Research Projects, & Note-Taking Sheets
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Explore S.E. Hinton’s The Outsiders with this thoughtfully designed 4-week literature unit created for upper middle and high school students or homeschoolers. This all-in-one resource includes an easy-to-use PowerPoint course, 10 in-depth research projects, and 20 guided note-taking sheets that support literary analysis, character exploration, historical background, and theme-based discussions. INCLUDED IN THIS RESOURCE: ✔️4-week editable PowerPoint literature course (20+ slides) ✔️10 research-based projects with detailed instructions ✔️20 printable, guided note-taking sheets for close reading ✔️Discussion and wrap-up questions that foster deep reflection ✔️Character analysis, theme exploration, and symbolism coverage ✔️Compatible with in-person, hybrid, or digital instruction TOPICS INCLUDED: ✔️Historical context of 1960s class conflict and gang culture ✔️Character development and relationships ✔️Symbolism: “Stay gold” and beyond ✔️Literary elements: narration, conflict, tone, setting ✔️Societal expectations, family structure, and loyalty ✔️Thematic connections to identity, redemption, and resilience This resource goes beyond basic plot summaries and chapter worksheets. The PowerPoint guides students through nuanced character arcs, recurring symbols, and historical context that deepen understanding. Each week is designed with both structure and flexibility, helping students/homeschoolers engage meaningfully with themes like loyalty, belonging, and personal transformation. The 10 research projects are especially powerful for connecting the novel to broader social and cultural issues—from juvenile justice and gender roles to class conflict in America. Each includes research questions and task directions to develop inquiry and presentation skills. The 20 note-taking sheets help students/homeschoolers annotate with purpose, collect text evidence, track character changes, and prepare for deeper discussion or writing tasks. These tools give structure to independent or guided reading and help students/homeschoolers build strong habits for analyzing literature. The Outsiders 4-Week Course PowerPoint, Research Projects, and Note-Taking Sheets offer an all-in-one solution for teaching this classic novel with depth, rigor, and relevance. Ideal for teachers and homeschool families alike, this resource empowers students to think critically, reflect personally, and engage with literature in a meaningful way. Bring your ELA curriculum to life—and let your students discover what it truly means to “stay gold.” If you and your students/homeschoolers enjoyed this resources, please leave a review. Thank you for your support! Tina - Big Easy Homeschooling Mom
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ESL Novel Study - "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Wrecking Ball" - Jeff Kinney
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ESL Novel Study Worksheets - "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Wrecking Ball" - 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: Wrecking Ball" by American author Jeff Kinney. Ideal for post reading activities, this English Second or Foreign Language (ESL EFL) teaching resource can be more than great to enhance students' overall understanding of this coming of age novel by American author Jeff Kinney. The English Second or Foreign Language Novel Study activity (3 printable PDF pages; Worksheets) can be ideal for ESL EFL TESOL learners in middle and high school (from 6th grade to 9th grade, teen students). In this Novel Study on "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Wrecking Ball" (3 printable PDF pages; Worksheets), English Second or Foreign Language teachers (ESL EFL) can find the following ESL novel study activities: 1 part on general information (author's name, genre, and publishing date) 1 part related to New Vocabulary Learned (1 space where to write 10 new words they learned and 1 space where students can write their related meaning) 1 part related to the story timeline (story timeline where learners set in a chronological order the most important moments during the narration) First writing activity on students' review on the novel Second writing activity (imagining to write a letter to Greg Heffley, the main character, and to give him some advice) 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 + space where students can draw with comic bubbles the scene they described) This ESL EFL (English Second or Foreign Language) Novel Study Activity on "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Wrecking Ball" by American author Jeff Kinney (3 PDF Printable Slides; worksheets) can be suitable for ESL EFL 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 Second or Foreign Language (ESL EFL) Teaching Resources, click here Learning with Alan!
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ESL Novel Study Worksheets on "Yellowface" - R.F Kuang
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ESL Novel Study Worksheets on "Yellowface" - R.F Kuang 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 Detective Story novel "Yellowface" (Satirical Novel by Chinese American author R.F Kuang on Discrimination, Social Media and Racism). This Novel Study worksheets on "Yellowface" (Satirical Novel by Chinese American author R.F Kuang on Discrimination, Social Media and Racism) 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 "Yellowface" (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 "Yellowface" (Satirical Novel by Chinese American author R.F Kuang on Discrimination, Social Media and Racism) by Chinese American author R.F Kuang (2 PDF Printable pages; worksheets) can be ideal for learners from 7th grade to 12th grade to study this 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!
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Ocean Animal Research Writing Project on DOLPHINS for K-2nd Grade
Life Studies, ELA, Writing, Creative Writing, Reading, Science, Life Sciences, Animals, Research, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Writing Prompts
Animal Research Writing Project on Dolphins for K-2nd Grade. Engage young learners in reading, writing, and science with this 19-page informational writing unit on dolphins. Students will read leveled texts and examine real life photos to learn facts about these playful marine mammals. Next, they will organize the information using color-coded graphic organizers. Finally, students will write their own informational report on dolphins using differentiated writing pages for K-2. Extension activities allow creativity through coloring, habitat illustration, and cover page design. Implementation ideas included for whole group, small group, centers, or individual work. Check out companion units on whales, seals, sea turtles, and more ocean animals from Teach Simple! Plus, even more units on zoo animals! Here are even more informational resources on report writing for OCEAN ANIMALS. Click on the links below: Animal Research Writing Project on WHALES for K-2nd Grade Animal Research Writing Project on the OCTOPUS for K-2nd Grade Animal Research Writing Project on SEA TURTLES for K-2nd Grade Animal Research Writing Project on ORCAS for K-2nd Grade Animal Research Writing Project on the SHELLFISH for K-2nd Grade Animal Research Writing Project on DOLPHINS for K-2nd Grade Animal Research Writing Project on SEALS for K-2nd Grade Want to teach your students all about Zoo Animals? Check out all these interesting facts about these favorite zoo animals. With the same great photos, facts, habitat drawings, and more. It is a great way to help students to get interested in writing. For Zoo Animal reports, click on the following links below: Animal Research Writing Project on TIGERS for K-2nd Grade Animal Research Writing Project on MONKEYS for K-2nd Grade Animal Research Writing Project on PANDAS for K-2nd Grade Animal Research Writing Project on HIPPOS for K-2nd Grade Animal Research Writing Project on ELEPHANTS for K-2nd Grade Animal Research Writing Project on GIRAFFES for K-2nd Grade
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Free Sample — December Daily Writing Prompts | 2nd–3rd Grade
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Bring some winter magic to your classroom writing routine with this FREE sample of December Daily Writing Prompts! This freebie gives you a sneak peek into the full December Daily Writing Prompts Pack , designed to keep your 2nd and 3rd graders writing (and loving it!) all season long. With festive yet holiday-friendly themes, these prompts are perfect for morning work, journals, writing centers, or early finishers. What’s Included in the Freebie: ✔ A week’s worth of writing prompts (5 total) ✔ Fun, seasonal themes that students will love ✔ A mix of narrative, opinion, how-to, and free-write styles ✔ Low-prep, ready-to-use pages Daily themed titles keep students engaged all week: Magical Monday – imaginative winter stories Snowy Tip Tuesday – how-to writing with a frosty twist Wintry Would-You-Rather Wednesday – opinion writing Throwback Thursday: Frosty Edition – reflective prompts Festive Free-Write Friday – silly and creative fun Check out my store for other months!
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October Daily Writing Prompts | 2nd & 3rd Grade | Print +Digital
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Keep your students writing all month long with these fun and spooky-themed October Daily Writing Prompts —perfect for fall mornings, writing journals, or literacy centers! This set includes 25 daily prompts across 5 weekly themes that build writing stamina, creativity, and critical thinking with a seasonal twist: Weekly Themes: Spooky Story Monday – Creative Halloween storytelling Trick-or-Treat Tuesday – How-to and informative writing Witchy Would You Rather Wednesday – Opinion writing with fun fall choices Throwback Thursday – Reflective and comparison writing Freaky Free Write Friday – Open-ended creative exploration Each prompt is developmentally appropriate for 2nd and 3rd grade writers and designed to spark imagination while reinforcing writing skills. What’s Included: ✅ 25 themed writing prompts for the month of October ✅ Printable version with writing lines and drawing boxes ✅ Weekly prompt layout (perfect for planning or display!) ✅ Clean layout for easy student use ✅ Black & white ink-saving format ✨ Formats Included: ✅ Printable PDF – Black & white, easy to print, student-friendly layout ✅ Editable Powerpoint/Google Slides Version – Type directly on slides or assign in Google Classroom ✨ Perfect for: Morning work Writing journals Early finishers Sub plans Literacy centers Daily warm-ups Skills Students Practice: Narrative writing Opinion writing Explanatory (how-to) writing Reflective thinking Sentence formation and detail development
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Reading Comprehension Nonfiction Set 1 Sample Power From the Sun Docs
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Reading Comprehension Passages Nonfiction Set 1 Sample Overview Engaging nonfiction articles, each with a collection of different activities included. Articles are written for the modern classroom and topics are designed to promote enthusiasm from each student. Each lesson contains a mixed questions section to check understanding, a vocabulary or spelling activity to help remember key language introduced, and a writing exercise. Full answer keys are provided. Passage Included 2.Power From the Sun: How does solar power work? 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 2/3 Links Fiction Set 1 - Nature Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Fiction Set 2 - Animals Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Fiction Set 3 - Food 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 - Friends Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Fiction Set 6 - Family Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Fiction Set 7 - Sports Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Nonfiction Set 1 - Technology Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Nonfiction Set 2 - Nutrition Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Nonfiction Set 3 - Animals Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Reading Passages Overview Each passage is especially written for Grade 2-3 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 fivecomprehension, vocabulary and math questions. In addition, key reading strategies are frequently covered including cause & effect, summarizing, compare & contrast and making conclusions. Three of the questions will be MCQs and two 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 2-3 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 . 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. Additional File One lesson will have an additional file. This is something fun to extend the lesson with. For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
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Tags Elementary, Reading, Comprehension, Vocabulary, Answers, Ccss, Common Core, Spelling, Writing, Digital Centers