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SUMMER ESL Writing Prompts and Drawing for K-2nd Grade
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Writing, Creative Writing, Research, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, Writing Prompts, Worksheets & Printables, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
This SUMMER ESL Writing Prompts and Drawing is perfect for Kindergarten through 2nd grade! You can use it for summer school, at home to keep your kids engaged and to practice up on their writing skills, and a fun way to inspire creativity in your child or student. The prompts that are differentiated for all writers. All students are different learners and there are pages for beginner writers and more advanced writers. These pages encourage them to have guidance as they check off the boxes for sentence structure, punctuation, spelling, word spaces, and capitalization at the beginning of each sentence. This packet also includes writing organizers, and a page to draw and color to add to their writing. Included are 7 Journal Prompts: •Write about Summer Activities •Write about your Favorite Summer Food •Write about Summer Vacations •Write about Relatives to Visit •Write about 4th of July Activities •Write about Beach Activities •Write about Camping Activities It's a GREAT value with fun festive borders to display in your classroom or at home, plus you can put it all together into a book. This is an AMAZING activity to promote creativity in your students and engage them in writing! It is also a FUN way to encourage drawing as they think and write about their memorable summer experiences! There are 66 pages included in this AMAZING writing unit! For many writing units for 3rd - 5th grade students and K-2nd grade that are specifically from the K-5 Treasures author of these products that are perfect to use with this rubric, click on the links below: Fall | Back to School Writing Prompt BUNDLE! 3rd-5th Grade Thanksgiving Writing Prompts for 3rd-5th Grade Winter Writing Prompts for 3rd-5th Grade Christmas Writing Prompts for 3rd-5th Grade Martin Luther King Jr. Writing Prompts for 3rd-5th Grade Valentine's Day Writing Activities for 3rd - 5th Grade: Narrative, Opinion, and Informative President's Day Writing Activities for 3rd - 5th Grade: Narrative, Opinion, and Informative Spring Narrative Writing, Spring Opinion Writing, and Spring Informative Writing Prompts for 3rd - 5th Grade Easter Narrative Writing, Easter Opinion Writing, and Easter Informative Writing Prompts for 3rd - 5th Grade K-2nd Grade Writing Units SUMMER ESL Writing Prompts and Drawing for K-2nd Grade Spring Narrative Writing, Spring Opinion Writing, and Spring Informative Writing Prompts with Vocabulary Words for K-2nd Grade For other rubrics for more grades, click on the links below: Writing Rubric BUNDLE for 3rd Grade with Checklist Writing Rubric BUNDLE for 4th Grade with Checklist Writing Rubric BUNDLE for 5th Grade with Checklist
Author K-5 Treasures
Tags Informational Writing, Writing Report, 1st Grade Writing, 2nd Grade Writing, Summer Writing Prompts For 2nd Grade, Esl Journal Prompts, Esl Writing Prompts, Kindergarten Writing, Summer Writing Prompts
Basketball Reading Comprehension Passage - Cored Ed Encyclopedia
ELA, Language Development, Resources for Teachers, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Pre-Reading, Creative Writing, Writing, 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 basketball 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.
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Tags Vocabulary, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading Passages, Cored Encyclopedia, Facts, Reading, Creative Writing, Basketball, Sports
Caps Reading Comprehension Passage - Cored Ed Encyclopedia
ELA, Language Development, Resources for Teachers, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Pre-Reading, Creative Writing, Writing, Strategies, Common Core, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Teacher Tools, Centers, Activities, Writing Prompts, Assessments, Tests, Quizzes and Tests, Quizzes
This caps 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
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Tags Vocabulary, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading Passages, Cored Encyclopedia, Facts, Reading, Creative Writing, Caps, Pre-reading
Reading Comprehension Passages Fiction Set 2 - Family (Google Docs)
ELA, Reading, Common Core, Reading Comprehension, ESL, Language Development, Spelling, Vocabulary, Creative Writing, Writing, Grade 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Activities, Centers, Writing Prompts, Assessments, Teacher Tools, Tests, Quizzes and Tests
Reading Comprehension Passages Fiction Set 2 Overview No prep reading comprehension lessons, with enjoyable stories and topics. Each lesson has a blend of post-reading activities. Mixed questions to check overall understanding. Vocabulary activities, plus a writing section. Lessons also contain a bonus extension exercise at the end. Some you may like, some you may not, either way they are there if you wish to use them. Full answer keys are provided. Passages Include 1.Birthday Lessons: Lois wanted a horse for her birthday. What did he get instead? 2.Funny Cousin: Britney's cousin can be a little much. Read about their day. 3.Favorite Aunt: Raquel is helping her aunt get ready for a new arrival. 4.Grandma Can Dance: Tracie learns something new about her grandma. 5.Sisterly Love: Kyle did want a big brother. How does he feel after today though? 6.A Not So Relaxing Hike: Jordan's scared of bugs. Read how he gets over his fear. 7.On the Coaster: Sid talks about his experience on a roller coaster. 8.Grandma's Tulips: Read about Grandma's passion of tulips in this story. 9.Father's Day: Maria learns about Father's Day and other holidays in this passage. 10.Healthier Lifestyle: The twins' doctor teaches them how to live a healthier lifestyle. Docs Version This is the Google Docs editable and fillable version. This download is available in GOOGLE Docs, GOOGLE Forms, GOOGLE Slides. PDF, PPT, WORD. Browse the Complete Cored Catalog — 2,000+ Resources Included Reading Passages Each reading passage has been written specifically for students in Grades 4–5, using vocabulary and language that match their age and ability level. The collection covers a wide range of engaging topics, supported by colorful visuals that help bring the content to life. Every lesson is designed to build knowledge while keeping students interested and motivated to read. These resources are also designed with flexibility in mind. Unlike traditional textbooks that can quickly become outdated, lessons can be updated over time to reflect changes in technology, discoveries, and the world around us. Mixed Questions Every lesson includes a variety of questions that help students think more deeply about what they have read. The question section combines reading comprehension, vocabulary, and math skills, while also regularly reinforcing important reading strategies such as cause and effect, summarizing, compare and contrast, and drawing conclusions. Most lessons include a mix of multiple-choice and written-response questions, giving students opportunities to explain their thinking as well as select answers. Complete answer keys and sample responses are provided at the end of each lesson for quick and easy reference. Spelling & Vocabulary Each passage introduces students to useful words and phrases appropriate for Grades 4–5. To help build confidence and word knowledge, every lesson includes a spelling or vocabulary activity. Rather than repeating the same task throughout the collection, activities vary from lesson to lesson to keep practice fresh and engaging. Activities may include spelling challenges, sentence matching, decoding activities, mixed-up text exercises, and other vocabulary-building tasks connected directly to the reading. Writing Prompts Each lesson includes a writing activity that extends the ideas, themes, or topics explored in the passage. Students are encouraged to write in a variety of formats, with prompts providing helpful guidance and ideas to get them started. Writing tasks vary throughout the collection and may include creative writing, research activities, personal responses, poetry, opinion writing, and other engaging assignments. Full Answer Keys Complete answer keys and sample responses are included with every lesson, making planning and marking quicker and easier. Reading comprehension answers include evidence and support from the text, while math-based questions show the relevant working where appropriate. The answer keys are designed primarily for teachers but can also be shared with students when needed. Just for Fun Each lesson finishes with an optional extension activity called Just for Fun . These bonus activities provide an enjoyable way to extend learning beyond the main lesson and often encourage creativity, discussion, or independent thinking. They are completely optional, giving you the flexibility to use the activities that best suit your students and classroom needs. For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
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Tags Elementary, Reading, Comprehension, Vocabulary, Answers, Ccss, Spelling, Writing, Digital Centers, Vocabulary Assessments
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
Author K-5 Treasures
Tags Animal Research, Informational Writing, Writing Report, Report On Animals, 1st Grade Writing, 2nd Grade Writing, Dolphins, Report On Dolphins, Ocean Animals, Sea Life
The War That Saved My Life: Theme, Symbolism & Quote Activities
ELA, Literary Devices, Literature, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Creative Writing, Writing, Grade 5, 6, 7, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables, Task Cards, Writing Prompts
The War That Saved My Life: Theme, Symbolism & Quote Activities Printable PDF & Digital Google Slides | Grades 5–7 | 100 Pages | Answer Keys Included When I teach The War That Saved My Life , one of my favorite parts is helping students dig into the deeper meaning of the story. This resource was created to make that process both engaging and practical. It gives students multiple ways to explore themes, symbolism, and powerful quotes while encouraging critical thinking and creativity. Inside, you will find more than 50 activities designed to help students think beyond basic comprehension. They will trace Ada’s emotional journey, examine key symbols like Butter and the green velvet dress, and respond to big ideas about courage, hope, and identity. The activities are flexible for literature circles, independent work, or whole-class lessons. One highlight is the variety of quote-based activities. Students will make personal and text-based connections, illustrate scenes, design posters, and even create a hoodie inspired by a meaningful quote. These activities promote deep thinking and spark thoughtful discussions. This resource includes both a printable PDF version and a digital Google Slides version , giving you flexibility to teach in any setting. Answer keys are included for all text-based questions. What Students Will Do: ✔ Explore themes with graphic organizers and reflection questions ✔ Analyze symbolism through visual timelines and written analysis ✔ Complete creative projects such as playlists, comics, and social media posts ✔ Respond to quote analysis tasks and design projects ✔ Use quote cards for discussions, writing prompts, and extensions These activities work well as an end-of-book project, a creative extension to your novel unit, or a way to encourage deeper discussion during literature circles. They are designed for grades 5–7 and provide meaningful opportunities for students to connect with the story on a personal and analytical level.
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Tags Reading Comprehension, The War That Saved My Life, Character Analysis, Theme Analysis, Symbolism, Quote Analysis
Ocean Animal Research Writing Project on the OCTOPUS for K-2nd Grade
Life Studies, ELA, Writing, Creative Writing, Reading, Science, Life Sciences, Animals, Research, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Writing Prompts
Octopus Research and Writing Project for K-2nd Graders. Engage young students in reading, writing, and science with this 19-page octopus research and writing project. Ideal for kindergarteners, 1st graders, and 2nd graders, this cross-curricular resource can be used for whole group instruction, small groups, or individual assignments. The project begins with real-life photos of the octopus to capture students' interest. Appropriately leveled informational text teaches students about the octopus' appearance, habitat, diet, and other facts. A color coding system helps students organize the information as they read. Next, students get creative by coloring their own octopus picture and drawing an underwater habitat scene. Two versions of graphic organizers allow students to sort the facts at their own level. Finally, differentiated writing templates scaffold the writing process and help all students create an informational report on the octopus. A self-checking writing page is included for the youngest writers. The end product can be compiled into an octopus book to display your students' learning. This engaging project seamlessly combines science, reading, and writing for a cross-curricular octopus unit. With grade-appropriate vocabulary and content, it is designed specifically for K-2 students. The differentiated materials ensure all students can participate and be successful as they read, research, and write about the octopus. 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
Author K-5 Treasures
Tags Informational Writing, Writing Report, Report On Animals, 1st Grade Writing, 2nd Grade Writing, Ocean Animals, Ocean Animal Research, Octopus, Report On The Octopus, Ocean Animal Report
Zoo Animal Research Writing Project on PANDAS for K-2nd Grade
Life Studies, ELA, Writing, Creative Writing, Reading, Science, Life Sciences, Animals, Research, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Writing Prompts, Coloring Pages, Presentations
Animal Research Writing Project on Pandas for K-2nd Grade. Introduce young students to pandas through this engaging 19-page informational writing project. Students will read panda facts, examine real-life photos, color pictures, draw a panda habitat, organize information using a color-coding system, and write about what they learned using differentiated writing pages for various ability levels. This versatile resource can be used for whole group, small group, or individual work. Encourage creativity, reading, research, and writing skills with this panda-themed project. Extend the learning by creating a whole classbook with students' final writing and artwork compiled together. Compatible for kindergarten, 1st grade, or 2nd grade. Click the author link to see other animal-themed writing project units spanning topics like tigers, dolphins, whales and more. 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, Pandas, Report On Pandas
Reading Comprehension Nonfiction Set 5 - Sea Animals (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 Overview No prep reading comprehension lessons, with enjoyable articles and topics. Each lesson has a blend of post-reading activities. Mixed questions to check overall understanding. Vocabulary activities, plus a writing section. Lessons also contain a bonus extension exercise at the end. Some you may like, some you may not, either way they are there if you wish to use them. Full answer keys are provided. Passages Include 1.Stingray: Close relatives to sharks, read more about this fascinating animal in this article. 2.That's Electric: How much electricity can an electric eel produce? Find outhere. 3.Whale Shark: The largest fish in the sea. Yes, the largest!! 4.Scared of Sharks: The all you need to know shark passage. If you're not too scared to read it! 5.Under the Sea: Porpoise or dolphin? What's the difference? 6.All About Jellyfish: More people are killed by jellyfish stings every year than from great white shark attacks. 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 4/5 Links Fiction Set 1 - Animals Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Fiction Set 2 - Family Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Fiction Set 3 - Friends Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Fiction Set 4 - School Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Fiction Set 5 - Sports Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Nonfiction Set 1 - Birds Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Nonfiction Set 2 - Insects Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Nonfiction Set 3 - Mammals Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Nonfiction Set 4 - Nature Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Nonfiction Set 5 - Sea Animals Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Reading Passages Overview Each passage is especially written for Grade 4-5 students, including key vocabulary required for this age group. Topics are varied and are accompanied by colorful graphics. Topics are meant to educate, yet entertain the modern student. These passages are perfect for the modern classroom. Whereas textbooks can become outdated in no time, any changes to technology or the world will result in updates to this product. Mixed Questions The mixed questions section of each lesson includes a variation of five comprehension, vocabulary and math questions. In addition, key reading strategies are frequently covered including cause & effect, summarizing, compare & contrast and making conclusions. Two or three of the questions will be MCQs and other questions will require a written response of some kind. Full answers and example responses appear at the end of the lesson. Spelling & Vocab Each reading passage contains a variety of words and phrases designed for Grade 4-5 students. Spelling and vocab activities provide the opportunity to build fluency with these words. As it can become quite mundane doing the same activities over and over, each lesson in a set will contain a different spelling and vocab activity . Activities include: spelling games, sentence match-ups, mixed-up text and decoding words from the lesson. Writing Prompts Writing prompts are designed to continue the theme or lessons learned in the story. Students are persuaded to write in a variety of ways and each prompt includes several cues to help. As with the spelling/vocab section, writing prompts will vary. This includes research pieces, reading responses, poetry and creative writing prompts. Full Answer Keys Full answer keys and sample responses are provided so no matter how busy you are, you know you're covered! Mixed question answers provide evidence from the text, math questions contain the relevant workings. Answers are designed for use by the teacher, but also suitable as a handout to the student. Just for Fun Each lesson will have a bonus extension exercise. This is something fun to extend the lesson with. You can find these at the end of each lesson, titled Just for Fun. Just for Funs are optional. Some you may like, some you may not. Either way, they are there to do with as you wish. For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
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Tags Elementary, Reading, Comprehension, Vocabulary, Common Core, Spelling, Writing, Passages, Reading Centers, Reading Comprehension Assessments
Reading Comprehension Passages Nonfiction Set 3 - Animals (Fillable)
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 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 Assessment
Zoo Animal Research Writing Project on HIPPOS for K-2nd Grade
Life Studies, ELA, Writing, Creative Writing, Reading, Science, Life Sciences, Animals, Research, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans, Presentations, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Coloring Pages, Writing Prompts
Animal Research Writing Project on Hippos for K-2. The Animal Research Writing Project on Hippos provides differentiated materials to guide K-2 students through reading informational text, collecting data, and writing about hippos. Students begin by examining real-life photos of hippos to color and give a creative title for the cover page of their report. They read age-appropriate information about habitat, diet, appearance, behavior, and other hippo facts. A color-coded key helps young learners organize the information into categories. After reading, students draw and color the hippo habitat based on what they learned. Two options for graphic organizers allow them to sort facts before writing. Differentiated writing pages scaffold the writing process for emerging writers. A self-checking writing page helps beginning writers reflect on their work. When complete, the project can be compiled into an engaging book that displays student creativity. It promotes reading comprehension, information sorting, and writing skills in an interactive way. The 19-page unit also encourage drawing, coloring, and imagination inspired by the unique traits of hippos. Teachers can implement this versatile resource whole-group, small-group, or as an independent writing activity. It bundles an entire animal research writing unit into one differentiated package. 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, Hippos, Report On Hippos
Reading Comprehension Nonfiction Set 1 - Birds (Presentable PDF)
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Common Core, ESL, Language Development, Vocabulary, Spelling, Creative Writing, Writing, Grade 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Assessments, Teacher Tools, Tests, Quizzes and Tests, Writing Prompts, Centers, Activities
Reading Comprehension Passages Nonfiction Set 1 Snapshot Title: READING COMPREHENSION: Nonfiction Grade 4–5 Birds Genre: Nonfiction (informational articles with comprehension practice pages) Subject: Reading (Informational Text) / Life Science Primary Topic: Bird facts, adaptations, and human impact Estimated Guided Reading Level (A–Z): R What This Teaches Best Building knowledge about birds through informational text (flightless birds, ostriches, chickadees, owls, and turkeys). Animal adaptations and survival (e.g., why some birds don’t fly, how ostriches defend themselves, owl hunting features). Cause-and-effect in real-world events (how the Deepwater Horizon oil spill affected birds and why stopping the leak was difficult). Key nonfiction comprehension skills practiced repeatedly through “Mixed Questions” (details, vocabulary-in-context, and explaining ideas from the text). Academic vocabulary in context (terms like nocturnal, sediment, contaminated, predators, and endangered appear in the articles and are reinforced in activities). Learning Goals Explain why some birds are flightless using details from the text. Describe how an ostrich survives predators using information from the article. Identify key facts about chickadees (habitat, behavior, diet, or nesting) and support them with text evidence. Describe owl features that help with hunting and explain how those features work. Compare domesticated and wild turkeys using evidence from the passage. Explain at least two ways an oil spill harms birds, based on the “Oil Spill” text. Passages Include 1.No Fly Zone: An article on birds that cannot fly. 2.Ostrich: Ostrich eggs are big enough to be used as make shift cups! 3.Chickadees: A small, but interesting bird, common to Canada and Northern U.S.A 4.The Owl: What do you know about this mysterious creature? 5.Turkeys: A popular food at Thanksgiving and Christmas. How do Turkeys live? 6.Oil Spill: How did the Deepwater Horizon oil spill effect local birds? 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.
Author Cored Education
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Tags Elementary, Reading, Comprehension, Vocabulary, Common Core, Spelling, Writing, Passages, Reading Centers, Reading Comprehension Assessments
Narrative Writing Interactive Notebook: Exposition, Plot Elements
Common Core, ELA, Writing, Creative Writing, Homeschool Curriculum, Homeschool Templates, Grade 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Writing Prompts
Writing a narrative that flows, engages, and actually makes sense can be a challenge for students. But with this Narrative Writing Interactive Notebook, they'll have everything they need to build a strong, structured, and creative story from start to finish—without the overwhelm! This fun and interactive resource walks students through the essential elements of storytelling using engaging templates, scaffolded activities, and creative prompts. Whether your students are budding authors or reluctant writers, this notebook will guide them step by step to writing narratives that captivate and impress—perfect for writing lessons, literacy centers, and state test prep. What’s Inside? 📖 Exemplar Narrative: "The Storm" – A laugh-out-loud model story that helps students break down narrative structure, character development, and plot elements. They’ll map out the key story elements for a deeper understanding. 📝 24 Multiple-Choice Comprehension Questions – Thought-provoking questions designed to help students analyze narrative structure, conflict, and resolution in a fun, engaging way. 📍 Story Map & Interactive Notebook Templates – No more "Where do I start?" moments! These step-by-step organizers walk students through: ✔ Exposition – Setting the stage for a great story ✔ Inciting Incident – The moment that changes everything ✔ Conflict – Every great story needs some drama! ✔ Rising Action – Pebble, Rock, Boulder method for gradual tension ✔ Climax – The big turning point! ✔ Falling Action & Resolution – Tying up loose ends for a satisfying ending 📌 Narrative Structure Guide – A quick-reference sheet to keep students on track while they write. ✍️ 19 Creative Narrative Writing Prompts – A collection of engaging, quirky, and fun prompts designed to fire up imaginations and get students excited about writing. 🔍 Cloze Writing Activity – Struggling writers? No problem! This scaffolded writing task breaks down narrative writing into manageable steps, guiding students through the process one piece at a time. 📊 Teacher Marking Rubrics (x2) & Student Self-Assessment Rubric – Grading made easy with clear criteria for structure, creativity, and engagement. Plus, a student self-assessment tool to encourage ownership of their writing. 🖊 Publishing Sheets – Lined sheets to give those final drafts a polished, professional look. 📸 Photos & Teacher’s Key – Includes photos of completed templates, assembly instructions, and detailed answers to comprehension questions for easy teacher implementation. Why You’ll Love This Resource ✨ Engages Every Student – Whether your students love writing or struggle to get started, the interactive format and scaffolded support make storytelling accessible to everyone. ✨ Takes the Guesswork Out of Teaching – With ready-to-go templates, organizers, and rubrics, you’ll have everything you need to guide your students from brainstorming to final draft—stress-free! ✨ Perfect for Writing Test Prep – Teach narrative writing that checks all the boxes—sizzling starts, structured conflict, clear resolution—while building confidence and fluency under timed conditions. Who’s It For? 📌 Upper elementary and middle school teachers looking to make narrative writing engaging, structured, and test-ready. 📌 Perfect for literacy centers, writing lessons, or full-class instruction. 📌 Great for state writing test prep, timed writing practice, or boosting storytelling skills in a fun, structured way! Your Students Will Learn How To: ✔ Analyze a narrative by answering 24 multiple-choice questions ✔ Map out a story’s structure using a Story Map ✔ Write sizzling starts that hook readers instantly ✔ Develop a well-structured story using the 7 key plot elements ✔ Practice timed writing to build fluency and confidence ✔ Edit and refine their work using the interactive notebook templates before publishing their final draft 📥 Download today and help your students craft stories that captivate, engage, and impress!
Author Teach2Tell
Tags Narrative Writing, Plot Elements, Element Of A Plot, Resolution Ending Of A Narrative, Narrative Test Prep, Writing Test Prep, State Writing Test Prep, Narrative Beginnings, Narrative Openers
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
Zoo Animal Research Writing Project on MONKEYS for K-2nd Grade
Life Studies, ELA, Writing, Creative Writing, Reading, Science, Life Sciences, Animals, Research, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, Activities, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Coloring Pages, Writing Prompts
Animal Research Writing Project on Monkeys for K-2nd Grade. Engage young learners in reading, writing, and science with this 19-page informational writing project on monkeys. Students will examine real-life photos, read age-appropriate facts, color images, draw habitat scenes, and organize information using writing organizers. Differentiated writing pages allow kids to write at their level. When finished, students and the entire classroom can bind everything together into a customized book. This monkey-themed unit promotes creativity, reading comprehension, and nonfiction writing skills. Implement as whole class, small group, centers, or individual work. Suitable for homeschools or grades Kindergarten, first grade classrooms., and for second graders. Click the links below to view similar units on other zoo animals and to do research on zoo animals. 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, Monkeys, Report On Monkeys
Spring Narrative Writing, Spring Opinion Writing, and Spring Informative Writing Prompts with Vocabulary Words for K-2nd Grade
ELA, Holiday & Seasonal, Writing, Creative Writing, Seasons, Spring, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, Writing Prompts, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
These ENGAGING Spring Narrative Writing, Spring Opinion Writing, and Spring Informative Writing Prompts are designed for Kindergarten, First grade, and Second grade students. With 27 pages of writing activities all for Spring! Included are the following: * Three writing prompts with differentiated writing pages that provides starter words to trace to help with beginning writers. * Opportunities to draw to go along with their writing. * To help with student's writing. there are two differentiated word banks for each of the prompts to encourage students to expand their vocabulary and to enhance their writing. * Students can trace and practice writing the words on the vocabulary pages. * At the bottom of the writing pages, there is a checklist for students to check their work which includes an opportunity to check for capital letters at the beginning of each sentence, punctuation, finger spaces, upper and lowercase letters in each sentence, an opportunity to practice sounding out words, and a reminder to draw their picture. * Also included are writing organizers to help students begin their writings. These writing prompts for Spring align with the common core standards for creative, opinion, and informative/ explanatory writing. These instructions help students to know exactly what is expected of them as they write. The prompts are engaging and fun for students to be creative, and to ponder on material related to the Spring Season! It's a GREAT value with fun festive borders to display in your classroom and interesting and engaging prompts to promote creativity in your students! Included in the Spring Narrative Writing, Spring Opinion Writing, and Spring Informative Writing Prompts for Kindergarten, First Grade, and Second Grade are: * Opinion prompt centered around Spring Activities that are differentiated with various writing pages and two different vocabulary pages. * Narrative Prompt centered around Spring Activities that are differentiated with various writing pages and two different vocabulary pages. * Informative / Explanatory Prompt centered around Spring Activities that are differentiated with various writing pages and two different vocabulary pages. * Also included are writing organizer pages for each type of writing prompt. This is a PDF file. 27 pages in all!
Author K-5 Treasures
Tags Spring Writing, Informational Writing, Opinion Writing, Narrative Writing, Spring Activities, Spring Lessons, Kindergarten Writing Prompts, 1st Grade Writing Prompts, 2nd Grade Writing Prompts, Spring Writing Prompts For 2nd Grade
Reading Comprehension Passages Fiction Set 1 - Nature (Word)
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Common Core, ESL, Language Development, Vocabulary, Spelling, Creative Writing, Writing, Grade 2, 3, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Writing Prompts, Assessments, Teacher Tools, Tests, Quizzes and Tests
Reading Comprehension Passages Fiction Set 1 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.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 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, Ccss, Common Core, Speling, Writing, Passages, Fiction
Reading Comprehension Nonfiction Set 5 - Sea Animals (Docs)
ELA, Reading, Common Core, Reading Comprehension, ESL, Language Development, Spelling, Vocabulary, Creative Writing, Writing, Grade 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Writing Prompts, Assessments, Teacher Tools, Tests, Quizzes and Tests, Centers, Activities
Reading Comprehension Passages Nonfiction Set 5 Overview No prep reading comprehension lessons, with enjoyable articles and topics. Each lesson has a blend of post-reading activities. Mixed questions to check overall understanding. Vocabulary activities, plus a writing section. Lessons also contain a bonus extension exercise at the end. Some you may like, some you may not, either way they are there if you wish to use them. Full answer keys are provided. Passages Include 1.Stingray: Close relatives to sharks, read more about this fascinating animal in this article. 2.That's Electric: How much electricity can an electric eel produce? Find outhere. 3.Whale Shark: The largest fish in the sea. Yes, the largest!! 4.Scared of Sharks: The all you need to know shark passage. If you're not too scared to read it! 5.Under the Sea: Porpoise or dolphin? What's the difference? 6.All About Jellyfish: More people are killed by jellyfish stings every year than from great white shark attacks. Docs Version This is the Docs editable and fillable version. This download is available in GOOGLE Docs, GOOGLE Forms, GOOGLE Slides. PDF, PPT, WORD. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE Grade 4/5 Links Fiction Set 1 - Animals Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Fiction Set 2 - Family Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Fiction Set 3 - Friends Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Fiction Set 4 - School Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Fiction Set 5 - Sports Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Nonfiction Set 1 - Birds Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Nonfiction Set 2 - Insects Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Nonfiction Set 3 - Mammals Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Nonfiction Set 4 - Nature Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Nonfiction Set 5 - Sea Animals Google Docs Google Forms Google Slides PDF PPT Word Guided Reading Materials Reading Passages Overview Each passage is especially written for Grade 4-5 students, including key vocabulary required for this age group. Topics are varied and are accompanied by colorful graphics. Topics are meant to educate, yet entertain the modern student. These passages are perfect for the modern classroom. Whereas textbooks can become outdated in no time, any changes to technology or the world will result in updates to this product. Mixed Questions The mixed questions section of each lesson includes a variation of five comprehension, vocabulary and math questions. In addition, key reading strategies are frequently covered including cause & effect, summarizing, compare & contrast and making conclusions. Two or three of the questions will be MCQs and other questions will require a written response of some kind. Full answers and example responses appear at the end of the lesson. Spelling & Vocab Each reading passage contains a variety of words and phrases designed for Grade 4-5 students. Spelling and vocab activities provide the opportunity to build fluency with these words. As it can become quite mundane doing the same activities over and over, each lesson in a set will contain a different spelling and vocab activity . Activities include: spelling games, sentence match-ups, mixed-up text and decoding words from the lesson. Writing Prompts Writing prompts are designed to continue the theme or lessons learned in the story. Students are persuaded to write in a variety of ways and each prompt includes several cues to help. As with the spelling/vocab section, writing prompts will vary. This includes research pieces, reading responses, poetry and creative writing prompts. Full Answer Keys Full answer keys and sample responses are provided so no matter how busy you are, you know you're covered! Mixed question answers provide evidence from the text, math questions contain the relevant workings. Answers are designed for use by the teacher, but also suitable as a handout to the student. Just for Fun Each lesson will have a bonus extension exercise. This is something fun to extend the lesson with. You can find these at the end of each lesson, titled Just for Fun. Just for Funs are optional. Some you may like, some you may not. Either way, they are there to do with as you wish. For similar downloads and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple.
Author Cored Education
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Tags Elementary, Reading, Comprehension, Vocabulary, Answers, Common Core, Spelling, Writing, Passages, Vocabulary Assessments
Boats Reading Comprehension Passage - Cored Ed Encyclopedia
ELA, Language Development, Resources for Teachers, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Pre-Reading, Creative Writing, Writing, Physics, Science, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Teacher Tools, Centers, Activities, Writing Prompts, Assessments, Tests, Quizzes and Tests, Quizzes
This boats 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. COMPANION VIDEO NOW AVAILABLE (EMBEDDED AFTER PREVIEW PICTURES IN PRODUCT DESCRIPTION) 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
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Tags Vocabulary, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading Passages, Cored Encyclopedia, Facts, Reading, Creative Writing, Physics, Boats
September Daily Writing Prompts | 2nd & 3rd Grade | Print + Digital
ELA, Writing, Creative Writing, Holiday & Seasonal, Months, September, Seasons, Fall, Summer, Grade 2, 3, Activities, Centers, Worksheets & Printables, Workbooks, Writing Prompts, Worksheets
Start the school year strong with these engaging, low-prep September Daily Writing Prompts —perfect for morning work, writing journals, literacy centers, or early finishers! This resource includes 25 writing prompts (5 per week) that follow a fun, themed routine: Make It Up Monday – Creative storytelling Teach Me Tuesday – How-to and explanatory writing Would You Rather Wednesday – Opinion writing Then & Now Thursday – Reflective/comparison writing Free Write Friday – Open-ended expression Each prompt is student-friendly, seasonally appropriate, and designed to build writing fluency while encouraging creativity and critical thinking. What’s Included: ✅ 25 themed writing prompts (5 per week, all September long) ✅ 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 Targeted: Narrative writing Opinion writing Explanatory (how-to) writing Reflective thinking Sentence formation and detail development
Author A Day In Elementary
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Tags September, Writing, Prompts, Writing Prompts, BTS, Back To School, Daily, Second Grade, Third Grade
Banks Reading Comprehension Passage - Cored Ed Encyclopedia
ELA, Language Development, Resources for Teachers, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Pre-Reading, Creative Writing, Writing, Economics, Social Studies, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Teacher Tools, Centers, Activities, Writing Prompts, Assessments, Tests, Quizzes and Tests, Quizzes
This banks 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. COMPANION VIDEO NOW AVAILABLE (EMBEDDED AFTER PREVIEW PICTURES IN PRODUCT DESCRIPTION) 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
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Tags Vocabulary, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading Passages, Cored Encyclopedia, Facts, Reading, Banks, Economics, Creative Writing
Winter Writing Prompts for 3rd-5th Grade
Holiday & Seasonal, ELA, Seasons, Winter, Writing, Creative Writing, Formal Writing, Homeschool Curriculum, Grade 3, 4, 5, Writing Prompts, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Winter Writing Prompts for 3rd - 5th Grade This ENGAGING Winter Writing Prompts for January Unit is designed for 3rd through 5th grade. Included in this Winter Writing unit are Opinion, Narrative, and Informative prompts designed to help kids master their writing skills. As students practice their writing skills for each month, season, and holiday, they will improve in all aspects as they learn how to create engaging and interesting writings. These writing prompts are motivating and there are instructions at the top of each opinion, narrative, and informative writing pages to help students master the concepts that align with common core standards. These instructions prompt students to have an introduction, reasons that support their theories, dialog, and conclusions. To help students prepare before they start their writing, they should organize their thoughts with writing organizers. These writing organizers should be used as tools that help guide students accomplish a detailed writing that meets the requirements for common core. This Winter Writing Unit includes 3 Opinion prompts, 3 Narrative Prompts, and 3 Informative / Explanatory Prompts that are centered around fun festive Winter Activities! Also included are 2 different writing organizer pages for each type of writing prompt. It's a GREAT value with fun festive borders to display in at school in the classroom, in the hallway and fun for students to display in their home. Get these interesting and engaging prompts to promote creativity in your students! 30 pages included! Here are a few Examples of The Winter Writing Prompts: What is the Best Addition to Hot Chocolate: Vanilla, Cinnamon, or Marshmallows? Explain why? Is Sledding on a Sleigh or on a Tube Better? Explain your reasons? Animals are often hungry in the winter and may wander near your home. Tell a story about an unusual animal who wanders near your home looking for you to feed it. Birds migrate in the winter. If you were a bird, describe your migration journey. In some parts of the world, it stays dark most of the day in winter. If you had to go to school in the dark, describe your school day. For many writing units for 3rd - 5th grade students and K-2nd grade that are specifically from the K-5 Treasures author of these products that are perfect to use with this rubric, click on the links below: Fall | Back to School Writing Prompt BUNDLE! 3rd-5th Grade Thanksgiving Writing Prompts for 3rd-5th Grade Winter Writing Prompts for 3rd-5th Grade Christmas Writing Prompts for 3rd-5th Grade Martin Luther King Jr. Writing Prompts for 3rd-5th Grade Valentine's Day Writing Activities for 3rd - 5th Grade: Narrative, Opinion, and Informative President's Day Writing Activities for 3rd - 5th Grade: Narrative, Opinion, and Informative Spring Narrative Writing, Spring Opinion Writing, and Spring Informative Writing Prompts for 3rd - 5th Grade Easter Narrative Writing, Easter Opinion Writing, and Easter Informative Writing Prompts for 3rd - 5th Grade K-2nd Grade Writing Units SUMMER ESL Writing Prompts and Drawing for K-2nd Grade Spring Narrative Writing, Spring Opinion Writing, and Spring Informative Writing Prompts with Vocabulary Words for K-2nd Grade For Writing Rubrics, click on the links below: Writing Rubric BUNDLE for 3rd Grade with Checklist Writing Rubric BUNDLE for 4th Grade with Checklist Writing Rubric BUNDLE for 5th Grade with Checklist
Author K-5 Treasures
Tags Narrative Writing, Opinion Writing, Informational Writing, December Writing, January Writing, February Writing, Winter Writing Prompts, Winter Writing, Writing For Winter, Winter
The War That Saved My Life Quizzes, Literary Essays & Quick Writes
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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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Bicycles Reading Comprehension Passage - Cored Ed Encyclopedia
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This bicycles 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. COMPANION VIDEO NOW AVAILABLE (EMBEDDED AFTER PREVIEW PICTURES IN PRODUCT DESCRIPTION) 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.
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Tags Vocabulary, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading Passages, Cored Encyclopedia, Facts, Reading, Creative Writing, Bicycles, Physics