3,975 products added recently
Page 7 - 2nd Grade Writing Prompts
Show filters
Today in History - Alaska Becomes a State - January 3, 1959
History, Social Studies, Reading Comprehension, Reading, ELA, Handwriting, Writing, Creative Writing, History: USA, Grade 2, 3, 4, Writing Prompts, Worksheets & Printables
The Alaska became a state on January 3, 1959. This packet gives students a basic knowledge on when Alaska became a state through reading comprehension and writing activities. This Today in History packet is a great way for students to engage with this topic. What is included: There is one poster that portrays an image of the event and the key fact from the packet. There are four penmanship pages for students to use. They are differentiated for different student needs. There are two manuscript copy work pages, one with primary lines and one with regular lines, for students to write the key fact. Likewise there are two cursive handwriting pages in the same format. There are two reading passages and comprehension questions. Again, these are the same passage, just differentiated for different levels. An easier passage with multiple choice questions is included for students who need more support. The more difficult passage includes a written response question page. There are two writing prompts in this packet. One is to write a few sentences on what was learned from the packet. The other is to write a creative story or scenario related to the event. There is a card at the end of the packet that can be used for a classroom timeline display. There is a card premade and a card that students can draw their own image on. How to Use the Today in History Packets: Morning Work - When students enter the class they can work on the reading passages, handwriting activities and creative writing activities. Independent Work - This packet can be used as independent work for students to learn about this topic. Display Items - There are posters for classroom display and a card for building a classroom timeline. Skills Assessed: Reading Comprehension Creative Writing Handwriting and Penmanship
Author The Connett Connection
Rating
Tags Today In History, Reading Comprehension, Creative Wrriting, Alaska, State History
Reading Comprehension Passages Fiction Set 3 - Food (PDF)
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Common Core, Spelling, Language Development, Vocabulary, Writing, Children’s Literature, Literature, Grade 2, 3, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Assessments, Teacher Tools, Quizzes and Tests, Tests, Writing Prompts, Centers, Activities
Reading Comprehension Passages Fiction Set 3 Overview Fascinating reading comprehension passages, each with an array of activities included. Stories 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. For a more detailed overview, check the section under the links at the bottom of this description. Passages Include 1.Happy Birthday Mrs. B: Mrs. Barber has cooked something special for the class. 2.Sophie's Own Garden: Grandma buys Sophie some garden supplies. 3.Lunchtime: Kasey has a surprise for her lunch. 4.Cindy's Tea Party: Cindy invites some special friends to her tea party. 5.My Saturdays: Anything better than baking cookies on a Saturday? 6.Friday Night Pizza: Read about the Webster Family Special in this story. 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 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.
Author Cored Education
Rating
Tags Elementary, Reading, Comprehension, Vocabulary, Answers, Spelling, Writing, Passages, Reading Centers, Reading Comprehension Assessments
Reading Comprehension Passages Fiction Set 5 - Friends (PDF)
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Common Core, Children’s Literature, Literature, Spelling, Language Development, Vocabulary, Writing, Grade 2, 3, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Assessments, Teacher Tools, Tests, Quizzes and Tests, Writing Prompts
Reading Comprehension Passages Fiction Set 5 Overview Fascinating reading comprehension passages, each with an array of activities included. Stories 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. For a more detailed overview, check the section under the links at the bottom of this description. Passages Include 1.Friends in Different Places: Molly is sad as her best friend is out of town. 2.Perfect Birthday: Everyone knows what Matt wants for his birthday! 3.Fun With Leaves: Can doing chores also be fun? Find out in this story. 4.Backyard Camp: Kelly and Brandy camp out in the backyard. But how does it go? 5.Best at Being a Friend: Second place again, but there is one thing Tara is best at. 6.Grant the Superhero: Join Grant and his dreams of being a superhero. Additional File: Grant the Superhero: Comic Template 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 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.
Author Cored Education
Rating
Tags Elementary, Reading, Comprehension, Vocabulary, Answers, Common Core, Spelling, Writing, Passages, Reading Comprehension Assessment
September Writing Prompts - Learning Passport
ELA, Writing, Creative Writing, Grade 2, 3, 4, Writing Prompts, Worksheets & Printables
September Writing Prompts - Learning Passport The Learning Passport is a highly effective and interactive educational resource. It provides engaging writing exercises for students in grades 2 to 4. This innovative teaching tool consolidates four double-sided pages into an exciting 32-page activity , elevating the student's educational journey by offering a unique blend of fun, learning, and creativity. Versatility & Motivation The Learning Passport can be used in multiple ways such as additional challenges for quick learners during morning routines or creative writing periods, individual activities, small groups tasks or whole class exercises. And it also serves as a meaningful homework assignment. Thematic Prompts Incorporates September-oriented themes into its makeup ensuring timely and current material. A wide variety of prompts like 'Positive Thinking Day', 'National Video Game Day', 'National Make Your Bed Day' to ‘Teddy Bear Day’ etc., help progressively build cognitive abilities. Accountability System This resource innovatively incorporates accountability in learning wherein upon completion of each topic students get rewarded with a passport stamp which fuels their motivation towards achieving new milestones. Each sheet contains space for twenty such stamps making printing an efficient task for both teachers and students alike. Setup Procedure & Environmental Friendly Design: The setup is straightforward; print on both sides of the paper, cut out sections as prescribed, fold according to instructions given before stapling together resulting in assembled passports working efficiently overall reducing stress levels on educators with an emphasis on maximizing student engagement ability via its design. This resource is eco-friendly utilizing only four papers per passport significantly minimizing paper wastage without any negative impact on work productivity or the fun quotient. Importance of Language Arts This product is heavily focused on language arts with a special emphasis on aiding development in creative writing skills. It becomes an indispensable tool for classrooms striving for multi-dimensional developmental goals and invigorating instruction methodology blending creativity with knowledge.
Author Knowledge Mobile
Tags Interactive Resource, Engaging Exercises, Writing Prompts, Creative Learning, Themed Activities
Reading Comprehension Passages Fiction Set 5 - Friends (Word)
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Common Core, ESL, Language Development, Spelling, Children’s Literature, Literature, Writing, Grade 2, 3, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Writing Prompts, Assessments, Teacher Tools, Tests, Quizzes and Tests
Reading Comprehension Passages Fiction Set 5 Overview Fascinating reading comprehension passages, each with an array of activities included. Stories 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. For a more detailed overview, check the section under the links at the bottom of this description. Passages Include 1.Friends in Different Places: Molly is sad as her best friend is out of town. 2.Perfect Birthday: Everyone knows what Matt wants for his birthday! 3.Fun With Leaves: Can doing chores also be fun? Find out in this story. 4.Backyard Camp: Kelly and Brandy camp out in the backyard. But how does it go? 5.Best at Being a Friend: Second place again, but there is one thing Tara is best at. 6.Grant the Superhero: Join Grant and his dreams of being a superhero. Additional File: Grant the Superhero: Comic Template Word Version This is the Word editable 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.
Author Cored Education
Tags Elementary, Reading, Comprehension, Vocabulary, Answers, Ccss, Common Core, Spelling, Writing, Passages
Secret Garden Foldable Mini Book Set Grade 1 2 3 ELA
ELA, Language Development, Pre-Reading, ESL, Children’s Literature, Literature, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Handwriting, Writing, Grade 1, 2, 3, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Writing Prompts
Encourage your young learners the love for reading through this Secret Garden Foldable Mini Book Set! This special and purposefully made resource is designed for Grades 1, 2 and 3, homeschoolers and EFL/ESL learners. What’s Inside: Secret Garden Foldable Colored Mini-Book: perfect for reading practice Secret Garden Foldable Mini-Books with Story Tracing: made for pre-reading activities and fine motor skills exercise Secret Garden Foldable Picture-Fill Mini-Book: done for sequence test and fine motor skills exercise Secret Garden Black & White Foldable Mini-Book for Story Retell & Writing: created as writing and story re-telling exercises Blank Secret Garden Foldable Mini-Book: to inspire creative story telling 6. Secret Garden Foldable Mini-Book easy to follow instruction page 7. Secret Garden Foldable Mini-Book Sample Lesson Plan With three sets in 3 different paper sizes for your convenience, this resource is a perfect addition to your reading corner and reading classroom. This Secret Garden Foldable Mini Book Set is not only packed with meaningful activities, it also allows the important lesson of Mary and her friends shine!
Author It's Teacher L
Rating
Tags The Secret Garden, Mini-books, ELA Project, Reading Comprehension, Reading Activities
Reading Comprehension Fiction Set 3 Sample: Cindy's Tea Party (Word)
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Common Core, ESL, Language Development, Spelling, Creative Writing, Writing, Resources for Teachers, Grade 2, 3, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Writing Prompts, Assessments, Teacher Tools, Tests, Quizzes and Tests
Reading Comprehension Passages Fiction Set 3 Sample Overview Fascinating reading comprehension passages, each with an array of activities included. Stories 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. For a more detailed overview, check the section under the links at the bottom of this description. Passage Included 4.Cindy's Tea Party: Cindy invites some special friends to her tea party. Word Version This is the Word editable 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.
Author Cored Education
Tags Elementary, Reading, Comprehension, Vocabulary, Answers, Ccss, Common Core, Spelling, Writing, Passages
Expository Writing Prompts | Writing Prompts by Genre | Idea Starters
ELA, Writing, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Writing Prompts, Worksheets & Printables
These easy writing prompts are super helpful! Each informational prompt is a fun idea for something they could write about factually. These worksheets are a great way to add to your lessons without adding to your workload! How To Use This: The beauty of these prompts is they are so simple to use! Just print and hand out to your students! You can choose which creative prompts to hand out or let them choose from a selection. Have a great discussion about how to give and share information in an understandable way. These are great for subs, homework, early finishers, or just as supplemental work during a poetry unit. What You Get: - 20 expository writing prompts (one set with regular lines and another set with primary guided lines) - 1 extra lined page in case they want to keep writing! - Anchor chart that describes Expository Writing Take a Look At Other Resources: June and Summer Writing Pennants Summer Speech Bubble Writing Prompts Funny Visual Writing Prompts How to Build a Sandcastle Writing and Sequencing Activity Electricity Unit Study Writing Prompts Tracing Practice Workbook Check out other resources from my store: Simply Schoolgirl ! I can be contacted for questions and concerns at simplyschoolgirl1@gmail.com
Author Simply Schoolgirl
Tags Writing Types, Writing Genres, Writing Prompts, Idea Starters, Expository Writing, Lined Pages, Anchor Charts, Literacy
Spring Writing Prompts
ELA, Writing, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Writing Prompts, Worksheets & Printables
Spring Writing Prompts Spring Writing Prompts is an engaging teaching resource created to spark creativity and writing skills in young learners. The tool is suitable for preschoolers, as well as students in kindergarten, first grade, and second grade. It's a fun addition to any Language Arts curriculum . Main Concept The main concept of Spring Writing Prompts involves asking students what certain animals (and a rain cloud) might be thinking when Spring arrives. The printable activity includes 11 vibrant images presented in three different versions: Two types of lines A thought bubble without lines. Educational Impact This resource serves as a powerful tool for empathy lessons by encouraging children to "step into the shoes" of others. Youngsters can also have fun imagining witty phrases the characters might say during springtime. Main features include: A bee buzzing about blooming flowers, Safely nestled eggs waiting on a branch, An adorable bunny excited by the green grass, A cheerful snowman facing melting challenges, Blooming beauty like butterfly, frog and various blooms. User Friendly Design Totaling 33 pages in its PDF format,, Spring Writing Prompts demands minimal teacher preparation time—simply print these creative prompts and let your students dive into writing stories right away. Spring Writing Prompts can be integrated into regular Language Arts sessions or used individually according to learning groups' needs or pace—whether you're teaching the whole class or guiding smaller groups towards their language goals. This tool is also a valuable asset for homeschooling educators thanks to its ease of implementation and ability to keep kids independently engaged. By enhancing creativity while strengthening writing skills simultaneously, Spring Writing Prompts offers endless possibilities that blend fun with learning! It indeed demonstrates that education can beautifully bloom from the simplest springtime concepts!
Author Cherry Workshop
Tags Spring Writing, Writing Prompts, Imagination, Empathy Lessons, Language Arts
Golf Reading Comprehension Passage - Cored Ed Encyclopedia
ELA, Language Development, Resources for Teachers, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Pre-Reading, Writing, Strategies, Sports, P.E. & Health, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Teacher Tools, Centers, Activities, Writing Prompts, Assessments, Tests, Quizzes and Tests, Quizzes
This golf reading comprehension contains the following: Pre-Reading Trivia Students will write down one thing they already know about the subject and then read five more facts and discuss. These facts are fun, and the students will enjoy learning about the subject before reading more. Reading Passage The text is a high-interest reading passage with set paragraphs, roughly three to four paragraphs long. It contains a variety of themes about the topic, anywhere from history to technology. The passage is between 250 and 350 words in length. Mixed Questions The first question page contains four multiple-choice questions, each with a choice of four answers, and three written response questions that require a sentence or two from the student. Creative Writing In this question, the student will be required to write a five to eight sentence paragraph on a question related to the topic. Extension Activities This page is optional for fast finishers. If there are five to ten minutes left at the end of the lesson, the student can choose one of three activities, each one requiring a different skill. Answer Key There are answers for the multiple-choice questions and three written response questions have sample answers. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS AND ENCYCLOPEDIA INDEX HERE Cored Ed Encyclopedia Overview The Cored Ed Encyclopedia is a weekly series of lessons that you can pick up and use right away. These short readings fit into whatever time you have available. Each one includes a warm-up, a reading, and a set of questions, but it’s flexible — you can do just the reading, the full lesson, or skip the writing section if you need to. Each lesson focuses on a single topic so students don’t get lost. The writing is clear but never childish, making it perfect for grades two through five. Topics range from animals and science to history, inventions, and everyday things. No matter the level of the student, everyone should take away at least one new idea or fact from each lesson. The materials are easy to print, easy to explain, and require no setup. They work well for whole-class teaching, partner work, or independent study.
Author Cored Education
Rating
Tags Vocabulary, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading Passages, Cored Encyclopedia, Facts, Reading, Creative Writing, Sports, Golf
Reading Comprehension Passages Fiction Set 1 - Nature Presentable PDF
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Common Core, ESL, Language Development, Spelling, Vocabulary, Writing, Resources for Teachers, Grade 2, 3, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Writing Prompts, Assessments, Teacher Tools, Quizzes, Quizzes and Tests, Centers, Activities
Reading Comprehension Passages Fiction Set 1 Snapshot Genre: Fiction (collection of short nature-themed stories) Subject: Reading (Comprehension) Primary Topic: Nature-themed fiction passages and comprehension practice Estimated Guided Reading Level (A–Z): O What This Teaches Best Character feelings and motivations: Characters want or value something strongly (e.g., Kellie wants snow to use her new sled; Rusty wants to finish his color task; Ross would rather play but ends up enjoying his work). Observation and using the environment for answers: Rusty finds blue and purple by looking more carefully at what’s around him (sky, stream, leaf backs). Cause and effect in everyday situations: Weather and choices affect what happens next (snow finally comes; a thunderstorm ends cherry picking; a volcano eruption changes the climbers’ plans). Nature vocabulary in meaningful contexts: Words connected to seasons, plants, animals, and outdoor features appear across the stories (snow “accumulation,” “canopy,” “eruption,” “perennials,” “marmalade”). Built-in practice pages that match the passages: Each story is followed by questions and skill pages (mixed questions, spelling/vocabulary, short writing prompts) that directly reference details from the story text. Learning Goals Students will recount key events from a selected story in a logical order using details from the text. Students will describe characters’ wants, feelings, and choices and connect them to what happens in the story. Students will identify the setting/season and name text evidence that supports it. Students will explain cause-and-effect relationships shown in the stories (problem → response → outcome). Students will use context clues to determine the meaning of unfamiliar words from the passages. Students will compare information presented in the story (for example, annuals vs. perennials) by stating how they are different using the text’s wording. Passages Include 1.Bring on the Snow: Kellie wants to make it snow. How does she try? 2.Walk through the Woods: A walk in the woods turns into a huge adventure. 3.Nature Photographer: Donna get some amazing snaps in this story. 4.Nature's Beautiful Colors: Rusty enjoys finding out about the colors in nature. 5.Flower Fun: Learn about flower names and colors in this fun lesson. 6.Picking Cherries: Ross spends his day picking cherries but is it worth it? Additional File: Nature Photographer: Drawing Nature Printable 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.
Author Cored Education
Rating
Tags Elementary, Reading, Comprehension, Vocabulary, Common Core, Speling, Writing, Passages, Reading Centers, Reading Comprehension Assessments
First Grade Winter Writing Prompts Volume 2
ELA, Holiday & Seasonal, Writing, Handwriting, Seasons, Winter, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Writing Prompts, Worksheets & Printables
Transform your first-grade classroom into a hub of creativity with our Printable Writing Prompts designed for simplicity and engagement. These ready-to-go worksheets cater specifically to first-grade students, featuring lined pages that make handwriting practice a breeze while sparking imaginative expression. Witness your students flourish as confident and creative writers. 📝☃️❄️ What is Included? 5 Writing Prompts with Lined Pages and Fun Illustrations Each Writing Prompt is a PDF File that is two pages long. Key Highlights: Handwriting Practice: Our winter writing prompts provide perfectly lined pages, making handwriting practice a seamless and enjoyable experience. Simple and effective, these pages help students develop their writing skills effortlessly. Engaging Winter Illustrations: Bring the magic of winter into your classroom with charming illustrations accompanying each prompt. These visuals are designed to captivate young minds, fostering creativity and maintaining an enjoyable learning atmosphere. Effortless Integration: Designed with busy educators in mind, our worksheets require no additional prep work. Dive straight into engaging activities without the hassle of extensive preparation, allowing you to focus on what truly matters—your students. Versatile Winter Themes: Explore various winter topics, from snowy adventures to festive traditions. Our prompts cover a range of interests, ensuring every child discovers inspiration for their own unique stories. Advantages of Writing Prompts and Handwriting: Stimulate Creativity Easily: Spark creativity effortlessly with engaging prompts that encourage critical thinking and imaginative storytelling. Enhance Language Skills Simply: Develop vocabulary, sentence structure, and effective communication through straightforward writing exercises. Boost Cognitive Growth Simply: Foster cognitive development by engaging brain regions involved in motor skills, memory, and creativity through the simplicity of handwriting. Encourage Personal Expression: Promote confidence and individuality as students express their thoughts in a structured and straightforward manner. Elevate your teaching experience this winter with our Teach Simple First Grade Winter Writing Prompts.
Author Teacher Jenny
Tags First Grade Winter Writing Prompts, First Grade Winter Writing Prompts No Prep, Printable First Grade Winter Writing Prompts, Winter Writing Prompt No Prep, Second Grade Winter Writing Prompts, Writing Prompts, First Grade Writing Prompts
Reading Comprehension Passages Fiction Set 6 - Family (Fillable PDF)
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Common Core, Children’s Literature, Literature, Vocabulary, Language Development, Spelling, Writing, Grade 2, 3, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Assessments, Teacher Tools, Tests, Quizzes and Tests, Writing Prompts, Centers, Activities
Reading Comprehension Passages Fiction Set 6 Snapshot Genre: Fiction (short story + comprehension practice) Subject: Reading (Literature) Primary Topic: Family support and problem-solving at home Estimated Guided Reading Level (A–Z): M What This Teaches Best How a character responds when plans change (Molly can’t attend a party because she has a fever). How family members show support through actions (her parents and brother set up games in her room). Sequencing key events across a short narrative with dialogue and action. Understanding setting details and objects that matter to the plot (thermometer, balloons, soda cans, sock ball). Learning Goals Students will identify the problem and explain why it happens in the story. Students will describe how Molly’s family helps her and cite details from the text. Students will retell the story in order, including beginning, middle, and end events. Students will answer questions about key details (who, what, where, why) using the text. Students will use context clues to explain the meaning of unfamiliar words from the story. Passages Include 1.Molly's Home Carnival: It looks like Molly will miss the carnival. Until... 2.Big Bro's Big Idea: Noah's big brother does his best to cheer him up. 3.Denny's Car Wash: Denny wants a new game, but does he get the money for it? 4.Tessa's Grandma: Emma misses her grandma, but Tessa has a great idea. 5.Tom's Canadian Mom: The most important person from Canada is...Tom's mom! 6.Big Brother Woes: Big Brother gets to do whatever he wants. It's just not fair! 7.Tell Us a Story, Grandpa: Grandpa's tales are true family treasures. 8.My Weekend: Read about the author's fun weekend in this interesting story. 9.All in the Picture: Learn how the author has changed in the last 22 years. 10.California 'Coaster: Find out how this author spends his summer vacation. Additional File: Big Bro's Big Idea: Cork Boat Instructions 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.
Author Cored Education
Rating
Tags Elementary, Reading, Comprehension, Vocabulary, Answers, Spelling, Writing, Passages, Reading Centers, Reading Comprehension Assessment
Directed Drawing and Creative Writing Prompts (12 Arctic Animals)
Creative Arts, Art, Holiday & Seasonal, ELA, Seasons, Winter, Writing, Creative Writing, Grammar, Language Development, Spelling, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, Writing Prompts, Worksheets & Printables
Directed Drawing and Creative Writing Prompts (12 Arctic Animals): A creative cross-curricular resource Directed Drawing and Creative Writing Prompts (12 Arctic Animals) is a distinctive teaching tool that brings out students' creativity while instilling confidence in their drawing abilities. This resource caters to both homeschooling needs as well an effective teaching aid for elementary classes, seeking to enhance artistic skills as it delivers insightful knowledge about the natural world. With no preparation or special materials required, this kit fits perfectly into varied classroom settings - from whole group sessions to small groups, or even as interesting homework assignments. The different worksheet options offered pay attention to primary lines, regular lines and are versatile enough to include no lines at all; hence addressing different student skill levels. Purposeful Simplicity & Enhanced Creativity The Directed Drawing unit's minimalistic design serves your convenience - simply print out the necessary lesson plans while saving on ink. In an innovative take on traditional teaching methods, art lessons integrate seamlessly with writing workshops. The addition of 24 optional writing prompts encourages creativity in students while reinforcing language arts objectives. The initial steps involve directed drawings of arctic animals such as Foxes or Walruses The subsequent process involves stimulating young poets with associated writing prompts – each phase aims at promoting deep engagement and critical thinking among students. Fascinating topics like Narwhals or Orcas are made accessible via this meticulously designed guide. Daily Adaptive Learning Exercise & Versatile Teaching Aid You can make your classes more engaging by focusing daily lessons around varying aspects (description, diet habitat etc.) of each animal species collectively bringing together elements of fun activities into a serious learning pursuit catering to diverse learning styles. Moreover, it can also serve as a handy tool for early finisher work or substitute plans when unpredictable scenarios demand the teachers’ immediate attention. Summary: A creative venture worth undertaking Consider using Directed Drawing & Creative Writing Prompts for 12 Arctic Animals. It is an educative yet entertaining activity that brings students closer to nature, fosters their artistic abilities and inspires a love for creative writing.Your students – budding writers and illustrators – are bound to show unexpected talents and achieve substantial progress!
Author Heather Huhman
Tags Arctic Animals, Directed Drawing, Creative Writing, Cross-curricular, Engaging
Seasonal & Holiday Visual Writing Prompts | Photo Ideas
Holiday & Seasonal, ELA, Writing, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Writing Prompts, Worksheets & Printables
Encourage young writers with these fun seasonal and holiday photo prompts! Students study an engaging full-page image then let their imaginations run wild, building stories and making connections. Use the prompts for individual, small group or whole class writing projects. Pack includes 26 photo cards, accompanying early learner templates, writing prompts, and caption activities to target different skills. Extend learning with sequencing projects or display student work on seasonal writing pennant banners . An enjoyable way to inspire giggles and stretch creative muscles across the year! Check out Simply Schoolgirl's store for more neat language arts resources to reinforce foundational skills.
Author Simply Schoolgirl
Tags Seasonal Writing Prompts, Holiday Writing Prompts, Visual Writing Prompts, Photo Templates, Writing Templates, Early Finishers, Photo Prompt Cards
Dentists Reading Comprehension Passage - Cored Ed Encyclopedia
ELA, Language Development, Resources for Teachers, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Pre-Reading, Writing, Strategies, Health, P.E. & Health, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Teacher Tools, Centers, Activities, Writing Prompts, Assessments, Tests, Quizzes and Tests, Quizzes
This dentists reading comprehension contains the following: Pre-Reading Trivia Students will write down one thing they already know about the subject and then read five more facts and discuss. These facts are fun, and the students will enjoy learning about the subject before reading more. Reading Passage The text is a high-interest reading passage with set paragraphs, roughly three to four paragraphs long. It contains a variety of themes about the topic, anywhere from history to technology. The passage is between 250 and 350 words in length. Mixed Questions The first question page contains four multiple-choice questions, each with a choice of four answers, and three written response questions that require a sentence or two from the student. Creative Writing In this question, the student will be required to write a five to eight sentence paragraph on a question related to the topic. Extension Activities This page is optional for fast finishers. If there are five to ten minutes left at the end of the lesson, the student can choose one of three activities, each one requiring a different skill. Answer Key There are answers for the multiple-choice questions and three written response questions have sample answers. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS AND ENCYCLOPEDIA INDEX HERE Cored Ed Encyclopedia Overview The Cored Ed Encyclopedia is a weekly series of lessons that you can pick up and use right away. These short readings fit into whatever time you have available. Each one includes a warm-up, a reading, and a set of questions, but it’s flexible — you can do just the reading, the full lesson, or skip the writing section if you need to. Each lesson focuses on a single topic so students don’t get lost. The writing is clear but never childish, making it perfect for grades two through five. Topics range from animals and science to history, inventions, and everyday things. No matter the level of the student, everyone should take away at least one new idea or fact from each lesson. The materials are easy to print, easy to explain, and require no setup. They work well for whole-class teaching, partner work, or independent study.
Author Cored Education
Rating
Tags Vocabulary, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading Passages, Cored Encyclopedia, Facts, Reading, Creative Writing, Dentists, Health
Reading Comprehension Nonfiction Set 3 - Animals Presentable PDF
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Common Core, ESL, Language Development, Spelling, Vocabulary, Writing, Creative Writing, Grade 2, 3, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Writing Prompts, Assessments, Teacher Tools, Tests, Quizzes and Tests
Reading Comprehension Passages Nonfiction Set 3 Snapshot Title: Title not stated (collection that includes “A Look at Three Bears”) Genre: Nonfiction (informational articles + comprehension practice) Subject: Reading (Informational Text) / Life Science Primary Topic: Comparing bear species, habitats, and adaptations Estimated Guided Reading Level (A–Z): N What This Teaches Best Comparing three animals using text details (polar bears, brown bears, Giant Pandas). Connecting physical traits to survival (blubber and fur for warmth; claws for snow and ice). Reading for habitat and diet information (Arctic Circle; Asia/Europe/North America; bamboo). Understanding conservation language (endangered species; forests destroyed; people protect Giant Pandas). Learning Goals Students will identify the three bear types discussed and describe one key fact about each. Students will compare habitats and diets of the bears using details from the text. Students will explain how a body feature helps an animal survive in its environment. Students will define science vocabulary from the article using context. Students will summarize the article by restating the most important information. Key Vocabulary From the Text Arctic — a very cold region near the North Pole. blubber — a thick layer of fat that keeps warm. reside — live in a place. bamboo — a plant Giant Pandas eat. endangered — at risk of disappearing forever. Passages Include Three Bears to Compare: Learn about brown bears, pandas, and polar bears in one passage. Giraffe Facts: Discover surprising giraffe features—like a heart that can be about two feet long. Camel Humps: Find out what humps are really for and how camels handle extreme heat. Skunk Smarts: What should you do if a skunk starts hissing? This passage explains. Mountain Animals: Explore mountain habitats and the animals and behaviors found there. Piggy Bank History: Ever wonder why piggy banks exist? This passage shares the story. Dogs That Help: Dogs do more than play—they support people in many important ways. Winter Sleep: Learn how animals survive cold weather through winter sleep and similar strategies. The World’s Smallest Penguin: Meet the tiniest penguin species and what makes it special. The Long Journey: Migration: A clear guide to what migration is, why it happens, and how it works. Additional File: History of Piggy Banks: Design Templates 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.
Author Cored Education
Rating
Tags Elementary, Reading, Comprehension, Vocabulary, Answers, Common Core, Spelling, Writing, Passages, Reading Comprehension Assessment
Lobsters Reading Comprehension Passage - Cored Ed Encyclopedia
ELA, Language Development, Resources for Teachers, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Pre-Reading, Writing, Science, Animals, Life Sciences, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Teacher Tools, Centers, Activities, Writing Prompts, Assessments, Tests, Quizzes and Tests, Quizzes
This lobsters reading comprehension contains the following: Visualize on the Cover (Teacher Read Aloud Script) Start your lesson by taking a few moments to visualize the topic and share thoughts or feelings about it. Pre-Reading Trivia Students will write down one thing they already know about the subject and then read five more facts and discuss. These facts are fun, and the students will enjoy learning about the subject before reading more. Reading Passage The text is a high-interest reading passage with set paragraphs, roughly three to four paragraphs long. It contains a variety of themes about the topic, anywhere from history to technology. The passage is between 250 and 350 words in length. Mixed Questions The first question page contains four multiple-choice questions, each with a choice of four answers, and three written response questions that require a sentence or two from the student. Vocabulary Questions Practice seven key words from the text in this section across two activities. First section is scrambled words where students will unscramble three words given a clue for each. The second section is a word to meaning matching activity. Creative Writing In this question, the student will be required to write a five to eight sentence paragraph on a question related to the topic. Extension Activities This page is optional for fast finishers or to take home. There are several activities, each one requiring a different skill. Do some, do none, do all, completely optional - but you will feel reassured knowing every possibility is planned for. Includes summary writting question. Answer Key There are answers for the multiple-choice questions, written response questions have sample answers, vocabulary answers and if there is a summary question then a sample summary will be provided as well. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS AND ENCYCLOPEDIA INDEX HERE Lesson Snapshot Title: Lobsters Genre: Nonfiction (informational text) with a short sensory “visualize” opener Subject: Life Science (Animals) / Reading (Informational Text) Primary Topic: Lobster body parts, molting, habitat, and life cycle Estimated Guided Reading Level (A–Z): L What This Lesson Teaches Best Basic lobster classification and habitat: lobsters are crustaceans , related to crabs and shrimp, living on the ocean floor in crevices or burrows . How lobster body parts help them survive: two different “job” claws , antennae with sensors, eyes on stalks , and a strong tail that can flick to shoot backward. Molting as a growth process: a lobster’s exoskeleton can’t stretch, so it molts , leaving it soft and unprotected until the new shell hardens. Day vs. night behavior: hiding among rocks during the day and crawling out at night to hunt or scavenge . Early life stages: females carry thousands of eggs on their swimmerets , and tiny hatchlings float near the surface at first. Learning Goals Identify what kind of animal a lobster is and where it lives, using text evidence. Describe the two different claws and explain what each one does. Explain why lobsters molt and what happens to the lobster during and after molting. Compare what lobsters do during the day versus at night, based on the passage. Describe one way lobsters move or escape danger using their tail. Describe how baby lobsters begin life and what females do with eggs. Key Vocabulary From the Text crustacean — an animal with a hard outer shell. crevice — a narrow crack or small opening in rock. exoskeleton — a hard outer shell that protects the body. molt — shed an old outer covering so a new one grows. scavenge — search for and eat leftover or dead food. Cored Ed Encyclopedia Overview The Cored Ed Encyclopedia is a weekly series of lessons that you can pick up and use right away. These short readings fit into whatever time you have available. Each one includes a warm-up, a reading, and a set of questions, but it’s flexible — you can do just the reading, the full lesson, or skip the writing section if you need to. Each lesson focuses on a single topic so students don’t get lost. The writing is clear but never childish, making it perfect for grades two through five. Topics range from animals and science to history, inventions, and everyday things. No matter the level of the student, everyone should take away at least one new idea or fact from each lesson. The materials are easy to print, easy to explain, and require no setup. They work well for whole-class teaching, partner work, or independent study.
Author Cored Education
Rating
Tags Vocabulary, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading Passages, Reading, Creative Writing, Reading Strategies, Writing Prompts, Lobsters, Animals
Reading Comprehension Passages Fiction Set 4 - School (Fillable PDF)
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Common Core, Language Development, Spelling, Vocabulary, Writing, Children’s Literature, Literature, Grade 2, 3, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Writing Prompts, Assessments, Teacher Tools, Tests, Quizzes and Tests, Centers, Activities
Reading Comprehension Passages Fiction Set 4 Snapshot Title: Title not stated Genre: Fiction (school-themed short stories with comprehension practice pages) Subject: Reading (ELA) Primary Topic: School life, friendships, and growing up Estimated Guided Reading Level (A–Z): P What This Teaches Best Friendship and honesty: Characters learn that keeping secrets can hurt friendships, and that being open with friends matters. Adjusting to new school experiences: Several stories focus on first days, new teachers, and learning to feel comfortable in a new class or school. Rules, fairness, and inclusion: A playground conflict shows how students challenge unfair “rules” and end up playing together. Perseverance and goal-setting: A student works hard—mostly alone—to win a school compost contest despite teasing and setbacks. Strong comprehension routine with support pages: Each story is followed by mixed questions, vocabulary/spelling work, and writing prompts tied to story details (note: one answer-key item lists “confident” where the activity word is “confidently”). Learning Goals Students will recount key events from a selected story in a logical sequence using details from the text. Students will describe a character’s feelings and motivations and explain how they change across the story. Students will identify the story’s message/lesson and support it with evidence from the text. Students will explain cause-and-effect relationships (what happened and why) shown in the stories. Students will determine word meanings using context clues from the surrounding sentences. Students will respond in writing to a prompt connected to a story’s events or theme. Passages Include 1.Don't Tell Anyone: Cherie likes to keep secrets, but her friends don't. 2.Roger's Luck: Roger never wins at anything. Will that change today? 3.Starting Third Grade: Mike feels uneasy at starting a new school year. 4.Bridget's New School: Bridget tries (and fails) to fit in at her new school. 5.Changing the Rules: Jenna changes the rules on her first day. 6.My Love of Art: Read about the author's love of art class in this lesson. 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.
Author Cored Education
Rating
Tags Elementary, Reading, Comprehension, Vocabulary, Common Core, Spelling, Writing, Passages, Reading Centers, Reading Comprehension Assessments
Reading Comprehension Fiction Set 5 Sample Best at Being a Friend Docs
ELA, Reading, Common Core, Reading Comprehension, ESL, Language Development, Vocabulary, Children’s Literature, Literature, Writing, Grade 2, 3, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Writing Prompts, Centers, Activities, Assessments, Teacher Tools, Tests, Quizzes and Tests
Reading Comprehension Passages Fiction Set 5 Sample Overview Fascinating reading comprehension passages, each with an array of activities included. Stories 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. For a more detailed overview, check the section under the links at the bottom of this description. Passage Included 5.Best at Being a Friend: Second place again, but there is one thing Tara is best at. 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.
Author Cored Education
Tags Elementary, Reading, Comprehension, Vocabulary, Answers, Ccss, Common Core, Spelling, Writing, Digital Centers
Funny Visual Writing Prompts | Photo Ideas | Writing Project
ELA, Writing, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Writing Prompts, Worksheets & Printables
This engaging literacy resource transforms amusing images into creative writing inspiration suited for diverse elementary classroom applications. Twenty-six candid photographs capture playful moments or character archetypes to challenge students to weave humorous narratives, witty captions, or analytical observations based on visual cues. Rather than contrived prompts disconnected from relevance, these lively snapshots of dogs making silly faces, kids mid-pratfall or quirky fictional scenes provide an springboard for open-ended interpretation. Young writers assess personality, circumstance, relationships and potential themes conveyed through comical frozen seconds. Pictures span pets in costumes to families giggling together on rides. While some offer presumed situational context, other images drop students into a decisive split-second lacking orientation to allow inference-drawing. Teachers strengthen critical thinking by asking students what’s happening in images and requesting evidence for claims from visual elements. This builds comprehension, evaluation and reasoning abilities beyond basic description. The collection includes four scaffolded writing templates per photo tailored to developing skills. Emerging writers invent zany photo captions or basic phrases. Advanced students draft multi-paragraph vignettes integrating setting, plot and characters using humor. This differentiated range accommodates wide ability levels. Emphasizing lasting themes of amusement and connection, these whimsical images nourish skills vital for academic and lifetime joy. Analyzing visual narratives, questioning assumptions, synthesizing perspectives, and articulating reactions in writing carry great utility far beyond ELA classrooms. This versatile kit sparks smiles while promoting creativity, critical thought and reflective writing around playful photographs. Take a Look at Other Writing Resources: How to Mail A Letter Writing and Sequencing Activity Postcards of Antarctica Geography Unit Tracing Practice Workbook Bark, George Picture Book Study Alphabet Mini Books Check out other resources from my store: Simply Schoolgirl! I can be contacted for questions and concerns at simplyschoolgirl1@gmail.com
Author Simply Schoolgirl
Tags Funny Photo, Writing Prompts, Visual Writing, Photo Ideas, Writing Project, Small Group Discussion, Writing Captions, Picture, Photograph, Activity, Funny Writing Prompts For Middle School, Visual Writing Prompts For High School, Funny Picture For Writing Prompt
Reading Comprehension Fiction Set 4 Sample: My Love of Art (Word)
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Common Core, ESL, Language Development, Spelling, Writing, Children’s Literature, Literature, Grade 2, 3, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Writing Prompts, Assessments, Teacher Tools, Quizzes and Tests, Tests
Reading Comprehension Passages Fiction Set 4 Sample Overview Fascinating reading comprehension passages, each with an array of activities included. Stories 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. For a more detailed overview, check the section under the links at the bottom of this description. Passage Included 6.My Love of Art: Read about the author's love of art class in this lesson. Word Version This is the Word editable 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.
Author Cored Education
Tags Elementary, Reading, Comprehension, Vocabulary, Answers, Ccss, Common Core, Spelling, Writing, Passages
Reading Comprehension Fiction Set 1 Sample - Picking Cherries (Word)
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Common Core, ESL, Language Development, Vocabulary, Resources for Teachers, Creative Writing, Writing, Grade 2, 3, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Assessments, Teacher Tools, Tests, Quizzes and Tests, Writing Prompts
Reading Comprehension Passages Fiction Set 1 Sample Overview Fascinating reading comprehension passages, each with an array of activities included. Stories 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. For a more detailed overview, check the section under the links at the bottom of this description. Passage Included 6.Picking Cherries: Ross spends his day picking cherries but is it worth it? Word Version This is the Word editable 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.
Author Cored Education
Tags Elementary, Reading, Comprehension, Vocabulary, Answers, Ccss, Common Core, Speling, Writing, Passages
Free Sample — September Daily Writing Prompts | 2nd–3rd Grade | Print
ELA, Writing, Creative Writing, Holiday & Seasonal, Months, September, Seasons, Fall, Summer, Grade 2, 3, Worksheets & Printables, Workbooks, Worksheets, Writing Prompts
Looking to boost your students’ daily writing with fun, low-prep prompts? Try out this free sample from my September 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: Make It Up Monday – Creative story Teach Me Tuesday – How-to or informational Would You Rather Wednesday – Opinion writing Then & Now Thursday – Reflective/comparison 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
Author A Day In Elementary
Rating
Tags Writing Prompts, Writing, Prompts, Daily, September, Free, Back To School, Second Grade, Third Grade, Freebie