"Pumpkins" | Differentiated Fall Nonfiction Book and Comprehension

Engage young readers with captivating nonfiction content and real-world photos that spark curiosity. This resource helps students practice using nonfiction text features while developing key reading skills. Teacher guides provide theme-based vocabulary, comprehension questions, and practical tips to support instruction. With materials available at two reading levels, it’s easy to differentiate and meet individual needs. Additional posters, worksheets, and tracking sheets are included to help you stay organized. Whether you send the booklets home with homework pages or use them for group reading, this set offers flexible ways to enhance learning. Celebrate the fall season with bright orange pumpkins!

What’s Included:

• Nonfiction Text Feature Posters
  Covers essential elements such as Table of Contents, Subtopics & Headings, Photos & Illustrations, Graphics, Glossary, and Index

• Teacher & Student Booklet (Easier Level):
  "Pumpkins"
  (Guided Reading Level: E | Lexile: 250-500 | DRA: 8)

• Teacher & Student Booklet (Harder Level):
  "Pumpkins"
  (Guided Reading Level: G | Lexile: 450-500 | DRA: 12)

• Blank Half-Page Student Booklet
  A space for students to create their own version

• Reading Homework Assignment

• Parent Handout
  "The ABCs of Helping Your Child Read Nonfiction"

• Sounding-Out Cards
  12 vocabulary words tied to the pumpkin theme

• Word Strips with Pictures & Definitions
  Perfect for building a word wall

• Two Pumpkin-Themed Articles
  Provided at different reading levels to suit all learners

• Reading Progress Chart
  Keep students motivated with a visual tracker

This resource offers a variety of ways to make nonfiction reading engaging and accessible, perfect for both classroom and at-home learning!