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FREE: Twas the Night Before Christmas Novel Study Guide - Sample
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Language Development, Vocabulary, Poetry, Christmas, Holidays, Holiday & Seasonal, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies, Writing Prompts, Crosswords Puzzles, Worksheets, Word Searches, Graphic Organizers, Teacher Tools
This is a FREE sample of our Twas the Night Before Christmas Novel Study Guide . In this sample, you can enjoy a selection of comprehension content, including word search puzzle using vocabulary words, true or false, multiple choice, long answer questions, graphic organizer, answer keys, and the complete Twas the Night Before Christmas. The full resource includes additional comprehension questions with vocabulary and definitions, word puzzles, paragraph prompts and graphic organizers. THE FOLLOWING DESCRIPTION IS FOR THE FULL RESOURCE About this Resource: This resource is a study of the poem Twas the Night Before Christmas, A Visit from St. Nicholas, written by Clement C. Moore. The Novel Study Guide includes vocabulary with definitions and comprehension questions in the form of true or false, multiple choice and long answer. Students are meant to read or listen to the entire poem, then answer the provided questions. Teachers can choose to hand the questions out all at once, or group them into sections. The resource is grouped into natural sections, such as vocabulary, comprehension, critical thinking, writing activities, and graphic organizers. About the Worksheets: A series of comprehension-based worksheets make up this resource, along with Answer Keys. Vocabulary: 38 words from the poem are listed with their meanings in either the order they appear chronologically in the poem, or in alphabetical order. The words were chosen by how difficult they were to understand based on context clues. Each word is then used in 1 of 5 vocabulary puzzle worksheets: · Word Decoder: Use the legend to decode the word puzzle. · Word Search: Find the vocabulary words hidden in the puzzle. · Word Scramble: Unscramble the words to make the vocabulary words. · Crossword: Solve each clue with the vocabulary word that matches. Write the vocabulary word in the matching spot in the crossword puzzle. · Hangman: Guess letters to fill in the hidden vocabulary words. Guess a wrong letter and fill in the hangman. Finish the word before the hangman is done. Short Answer: 20 True or False questions are provided. Students must answer each statement as True or False. 17 multiple choice questions are provided. Students must answer each question with the best answer option. Long Answer: 10 comprehension and critical thinking questions are provided. Students answer each question with complete sentences on the lines provided. Writing Activities: 4 end-of-unit paragraph prompts and 3 end-of-unit creative writing activities are provided. Graphic Organizers: 5 graphic organizers are provided, along with answer keys for all. · In Your Own Words: Re-write lines from the poem using your own words. · Sequence the Story: Put puzzle pieces in order based on what happens in the poem. · Homonyms: Homophones: Circle the correct word and spelling that makes the most sense. · Homonyms: Homographs: Put a checkmark next to the correct meaning that matches the context. · Synonyms: Make a list of potential synonyms for key words from the poem. Reading: A complete copy of the poem is provided, as well as a link to an audio performance.
Author Ibby Resources
Tags Resource, Activities, Reading, Comprehension, Study, Literature, Worksheets, Poem, Holiday
The Black Cat Novel Study Guide
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Language Development, Vocabulary, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Halloween, Months, October, Seasons, Fall, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies, Writing Prompts, Crosswords Puzzles, Worksheets, Word Searches, Graphic Organizers, Teacher Tools
This Novel Study Guide is for the story The Black Cat, written by Edgar Allan Poe. This resource includes comprehension and critical thinking questions for the entire story. Includes: - Vocabulary words with definitions. - Word puzzles: Word Decoder, Word Search, Word Scramble, Crossword , Hangman - True or false. - Multiple choice. - Long answer questions. - Answer keys. - Essay prompts. Also included are Graphic Organizers: - Cause & Effect - Literary Devices - Plot: Story Cycle - Conflict: Internal or External Conflict - Character: Character Sketch - Setting: Tone and Mood - Theme: Theme Tree - Answer keys The resource finishes off with a complete copy of the short story, as well as a link to an audio performance. This story, as well as other works by Edgar Allan Poe, is in the Public Domain. No copyright laws have been violated in posting this material. About this Resource: This resource is a study of the short story The Black Cat, written by Edgar Allan Poe. The Novel Study Guide includes vocabulary with definitions and comprehension questions in the form of true or false, multiple choice and long answer. Students are meant to read or listen to the entire story, then answer the provided questions. Teachers can choose to hand the questions out all at once, or group them into sections. The resource is grouped into natural sections, such as vocabulary, comprehension, critical thinking, essay prompts, and graphic organizers. About the Worksheets: A series of comprehension-based worksheets make up this resource, along with Answer Keys. Vocabulary: 63 words from the story are listed with their meanings in either the order they appear chronologically in the story, or in alphabetical order. The words were chosen by how difficult they were to understand based on context clues. Each word is then used in 1 of 5 vocabulary puzzle worksheets: · Word Decoder: Use the legend to decode the word puzzle. · Word Search: Find the vocabulary words hidden in the puzzle. · Word Scramble: Unscramble the words to make the vocabulary words. · Crossword : Solve each clue with the vocabulary word that matches. Write the vocabulary word in the matching spot in the crossword puzzle. · Hangman: Guess letters to fill in the hidden vocabulary words. Guess a wrong letter and fill in the hangman. Finish the word before the hangman is done. Short Answer: 21 True or False questions are provided. Students must answer each statement as True or False. 12 multiple choice questions are provided. Students must answer each question with the best answer option. Long Answer: 20 comprehension and critical thinking questions are provided. Students answer each question with complete sentences on the lines provided. Essay Prompts: 5 end-of-unit writing activities are provided. Complete one or more of these essay prompts. Graphic Organizers: 7 graphic organizers are provided. · Cause and Effect: Write the matching cause or effect from the ones provided. Answer key provided. · Literary Devices: Find examples from the story that match the provided literary device. · Story Cycle: Describe the introduction, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution of the story. · Internal or External Conflict: Determine whether the conflict in the story is internal or external. · Character Sketch: Detail what the character says, thinks, hates, loves, owns, does, or uses. · Tone and Mood: Describe where and when the story takes place, and how these affect the tone and mood. · Theme Tree: Find evidence from the story that supports the theme. Reading: A complete copy of the short story is provided, as well as a link to an audio performance.
Author Ibby Resources
Tags Novel, Resource, Activities, Reading, Comprehension, Study, Literature, Worksheets
Create a Thanksgiving Day Obstacle Course Race PBL
ELA, Holiday & Seasonal, Math, P.E. & Health, Writing, Holidays, Thanksgiving, November, Months, Fall, Seasons, Addition and Subtraction, Decimals, Measurements, Multiplication and Division, Money, Time, Physical Education, Homeschool Curriculum, Grade 3, 4, Activities, Projects, Task Cards, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Writing Prompts
Your grade 3 learners are going to enjoy this set of Thanksgiving themed PBL (Project Based Learning) activities. Set on Farmer Brown’s farm, this bundle of learning activities poses to your learners, the task of planning and designing a Thanksgiving Day obstacle course for 7 barnyard animals. Proceeds from the “Thanks-a-Thon” will be donated to a charity of each learners choosing. Throughout the project they will focus on organizing, planning, designing, and implementing all components of Farmer Brown’s charity event. Learners will strengthen their math skills in budgeting, elapsed time, place value, and measurement. They’ll also work on ELA skills such as writing a letter, parts of speech, opinion writing, descriptive writing, and critical thinking skills. In the final activity of the PBL, learners will write about their own personal Thanksgiving traditions. As a bonus, you can set aside time for your learners to participate in a whole group obstacle course made up of events learners created during the PBL process. It’s a great way to tie everything together and build learning connections. There is something for all types of learners in this PBL. The best part is that you can tailor the product to fit the needs of your individual learners. Use all the activities throughout the month of November or shorten the learning time to include only a handful of activities the week prior to Thanksgiving. Most pages of this product are available in both color, as well as black & white versions. A set of Power Point slides is included in the event you want to use some activities in whole group learning. For your convenience, an answer key is also provided. Below are details of each activity included in this PBL product. PAGES 1-2: Learners will read an explanation of the PBL and fill-in the graphic organizer with details of the charity event. PAGES 3-8: Learners will use information about each race participant to complete the registration cards for the event. PAGE 9: Learners will use clues to fill-in a monthly calendar which focuses on when specific tasks need to be completed for the race. PAGES 10-11: Learners will ask volunteers for help with the Thanks-a-Thon. They can fill-in a text message conversation or request help via a traditional letter format. PAGE 12: Learners will choose a charity to which they will donate race proceeds. They will write the name of the charity and explain why they chose it. PAGES 13-15: Using the provided information, learners will choose their race gear for each participant and budget the total amount of money needed for each race participant. PAGES 16-17: Learners will use the “Fan Gear” pricing page to complete the budget form to calculate sales profits. PAGES 18-19: Learners will use the “Gobble Up These Snacks” pricing page to complete the budget form to calculate sales profits. PAGES 20-21: Learners will calculate the total profit from the race and write a check to the charity of their choice. PAGES 22-23: Learners will decorate or design a shoe for each participant to wear in the race. After decorating/designing, learners will write a brief description of the shoe. PAGE 24: Learners will measure each race participant’s shoe to the nearest ½ inch. PAGES 25-28: Learners will complete 12 task cards focusing on math skills such as place value, rounding, and multiplication. PAGES 29-32: Learners will create 4 obstacle course events and write instructions for race participants to follow. PAGES 33-35: Learners will use the provides shapes to create a poster-size map of the obstacle course. PAGE 36: Learners will design and draw a motivational/encouraging banner to display along the path of the obstacle course. PAGE 37: Learners will use critical thinking skills to solve problems that arise during the race day events. PAGES 38-39: Learners will use analog clocks to calculate the race time of each participant. After each time is calculated, learners will complete the winners’ podium. PAGES 40-41: Learners will decorate or design a trophy for the winner of the obstacle course race. PAGE 42: Learners will use the provided stationery to write about their personal Thanksgiving traditions. ANSWER KEY POWER POINT SLIDES: 22 full-color slides to use in conjunction with the following activities: registration cards, budgeting, task cards
Author Quail Trail Products
Tags Project Based Learning, Thanksgiving, Opinion Writing, Budgeting, Elapsed Time, Measuring To Nearest 1/2 Inch, Time Management, Task Cards, Drawing, Obstacle Course
Life of St. Valentine - Reading, Writing, Research Activities Pack
Biographies, Social Studies, History: Europe, History, Research, History: World, Valentine's Day, Holidays, Holiday & Seasonal, Elementary, Homeschool Resources, Pre-K, Projects, Activities, Centers, Writing Prompts, Worksheets & Printables, Word Searches, Worksheets, Crosswords Puzzles, Coloring Pages
My "Life of Saint Valentine" activity pack is designed to make it easy to teach students of all ages about the life of St. Valentine. My specific recommended age range is pre-k through 5th grade, though special education students of all ages will benefit as well. Of course, many older children enjoy coloring, so the coloring sheets can be used as a way to make the day more interesting, as a reward, or as a way to occupy busy minds after completing required assignments. Pre-readers will be able to participate by coloring the pages and can be guided by the teacher who can read the sentences and ask the questions verbally while the pre-reader is coloring the images on each page. Students who are reading and writing, or learning to read and write, will get further practice in developing their reading and writing skills. Students who are able will also be required to research the life of Saint Valentine. Students will learn about multiple historical Valentine persons, including one female. Students will not only develop research skills, but critical thinking skills as well, because many of the questions require them to think outside the box. Included in this activities pack: Challenging Crossword Puzzle with answer key included Not too easy Word Search with answer key included. 10 Coloring Pages, each with a question that can be answered verbally or in writing. Space is given for writing, or a separate sheet of paper may be used, depending on teacher preference. A Word Scramble Worksheet - Word Bank is included to help simplify if needed. Teacher could remove the word bank if they want to make it more challenging. Answer key is included. 5 Short Answer writing prompts as well as one 1-2 paragraph writing assignment. Students are asked to choose one of the Valentines to do further research. Reference/Resources page to help with research. While students are working on these activities, they will be increasing vocabulary because many of the words may be unfamiliar to them. Each page is bordered with a beautiful Valentines Day theme. See images for example. Total usable pages, including answer key and reference page: 21 pages, pdf downloadable, printable document, answer key included.
Author Homeschooling Dietitian Mom
Tags Valentines Day Projects, Valentines Day Coloring Pages, Valentines Day Crosswords, Valentines Day Word Search, Valentines Day Writing Prompt, Valentines Day Lesson Plans, Fun Writing Activities, Picture Prompts For Creative Writing, Writing Prompts For Kids, Picture Writing Prompts
Twas the Night Before Christmas Novel Study Guide
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Language Development, Vocabulary, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Months, Seasons, Common Core, Poetry, Creative Writing, Writing, Christmas, December, Winter, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies, Writing Prompts, Crosswords Puzzles, Worksheets, Word Searches, Graphic Organizers, Teacher Tools
This Novel Study Guide is for the poem Twas the Night Before Christmas , written by Clement C. Moore. This resource includes comprehension and critical thinking questions for the entire poem. Includes: - Vocabulary words with definitions. - Word puzzles: Word Decoder, Word Search, Word Scramble, Crossword, Hangman - True or false. - Multiple choice. - Long answer questions. - Answer keys. - Paragraph prompts. - Creative Writing. Also included are Graphic Organizers: - In Your Own Words - Sequence the Story - Homonyms: Homophones - Homonyms: Homographs - Synonyms - Answer keys The resource finishes off with a complete copy of the poem, as well as a link to an audio performance. This poem, as well as other works by Clement C. Moore, is in the Public Domain. No copyright laws have been violated in posting this material. About this Resource: This resource is a study of the poem Twas the Night Before Christmas, A Visit from St. Nicholas, written by Clement C. Moore. The Novel Study Guide includes vocabulary with definitions and comprehension questions in the form of true or false, multiple choice and long answer. Students are meant to read or listen to the entire poem, then answer the provided questions. Teachers can choose to hand the questions out all at once, or group them into sections. The resource is grouped into natural sections, such as vocabulary, comprehension, critical thinking, writing activities, and graphic organizers. About the Worksheets: A series of comprehension-based worksheets make up this resource, along with Answer Keys. Vocabulary: 38 words from the poem are listed with their meanings in either the order they appear chronologically in the poem, or in alphabetical order. The words were chosen by how difficult they were to understand based on context clues. Each word is then used in 1 of 5 vocabulary puzzle worksheets: · Word Decoder: Use the legend to decode the word puzzle. · Word Search: Find the vocabulary words hidden in the puzzle. · Word Scramble: Unscramble the words to make the vocabulary words. · Crossword: Solve each clue with the vocabulary word that matches. Write the vocabulary word in the matching spot in the crossword puzzle. · Hangman: Guess letters to fill in the hidden vocabulary words. Guess a wrong letter and fill in the hangman. Finish the word before the hangman is done. Short Answer: 20 True or False questions are provided. Students must answer each statement as True or False. 17 multiple choice questions are provided. Students must answer each question with the best answer option. Long Answer: 10 comprehension and critical thinking questions are provided. Students answer each question with complete sentences on the lines provided. Writing Activities: 4 end-of-unit paragraph prompts and 3 end-of-unit creative writing activities are provided. Graphic Organizers: 5 graphic organizers are provided, along with answer keys for all. · In Your Own Words: Re-write lines from the poem using your own words. · Sequence the Story: Put puzzle pieces in order based on what happens in the poem. · Homonyms: Homophones: Circle the correct word and spelling that makes the most sense. · Homonyms: Homographs: Put a checkmark next to the correct meaning that matches the context. · Synonyms: Make a list of potential synonyms for key words from the poem. Reading: A complete copy of the poem is provided, as well as a link to an audio performance.
Author Ibby Resources
Tags Resource, Activities, Reading, Comprehension, Study, Literature, Worksheets, Poem
A special thanksgiving memory Writing Prompt - Thanksgiving Activity
Common Core, Creative Arts, Art, Fine Arts, Graphic Arts, ELA, Language Development, ESL, Vocabulary, Writing, Creative Writing, Formal Writing, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Months, Seasons, 100's Day, April Fools, Back To School, Birthdays, Black History Month, Chinese New Year, Christmas, Cinco De Mayo, Columbus Day, First Day of School, Indigenous Peoples Day, Last Day of School, Memorial Day, New Year's Day, President's Day, Thanksgiving, April, August, December, February, January, July, June, March, May, November, October, September, Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter, End Of Year, Infant, Toddler, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities, Centers, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Coloring Pages, Writing Prompts
Turn Thanksgiving nostalgia into a creative masterpiece with the A Special Thanksgiving Memory Writing Prompt ! This activity invites kids to stroll down memory lane (or at least last year’s kitchen chaos) to write and draw about their favorite Thanksgiving moment. Whether it’s Grandma’s famous pumpkin pie, a hilarious turkey mishap, or the time Uncle Joe fell asleep mid-sentence, no memory is too big or small to make the cut. First, students will put their storytelling hats on, probably stretchy ones to accommodate post-Thanksgiving feast bellies, and write about a memory that makes them smile, laugh, or even drool a little. Was it the parade, a backyard football game, or sneaking the first bite of dessert? This writing prompt gets their creative juices flowing faster than cranberry sauce out of a can. Once the words are on the page, it’s time to bring the memory to life with a colorful drawing. Turkeys with personality, pies with sparkle, and family portraits (possibly featuring stick figures) turn the story into a visual masterpiece. This activity isn’t just fun, it’s a great way for kids to practice descriptive writing and reflect on what makes Thanksgiving truly special. Bonus: it’s calorie-free, but just as satisfying as a second helping of stuffing! Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
Tags Thanksgiving Writing, Thabksgiving Writing Prompts, Thanksgiving Craft, Fall Craft, Fall Math, Winter Craft, Writing Essays, Writing Prompts
What i'm thankful for at school Writing Prompt - Thanksgiving Activity
Common Core, Creative Arts, Art, Fine Arts, Graphic Arts, ELA, Language Development, Writing, ESL, Vocabulary, Reading, Creative Writing, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, 100's Day, April Fools, Back To School, Birthdays, Chinese New Year, Christmas, Cinco De Mayo, End Of Year, Easter, Columbus Day, Graduation, First Day of School, Indigenous Peoples Day, New Year's Day, Last Day of School, Thanksgiving, Months, April, August, December, February, January, September, October, November, July, June, March, May, Seasons, Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter, Halloween, Hispanic Heritage Month, Infant, Toddler, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities, Centers, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Writing Prompts, Coloring Pages
Let’s get thankful for more than just turkey with the What I’m Thankful for at School Writing Prompt ! This Thanksgiving activity encourages kids to reflect on the things that make school a little less like a never-ending homework nightmare and a bit more like a fun-filled feast of learning. First, students will write about what they’re most thankful for at school, besides the obvious no homework wish. Maybe it's that one teacher who somehow makes math feel like a fun puzzle (even though it's not). Or perhaps it’s the class pet, whose only job is to look cute while everyone tries to figure out how not to kill the plant on the windowsill. Whether it's friends, favorite subjects, or that sweet, sweet recess time, kids will get to jot down their grateful thoughts. Then, the creative fun begins with a drawing! Students can illustrate their favorite school moments, perhaps an epic paper airplane contest or a perfectly executed lunch trade. This activity helps kids appreciate the little things in school, all while sneaking in some writing and drawing skills. Plus, it's a reminder that even when you're stuck with a 10-page essay, there's always something to be thankful for, like a snack break. Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
Tags Thanksgiving Writing Prompts, Thanksgiving Craft, Fall Craft, Math Craft, Winter Craft, Drawing, Writing Prompts, Writing Essas, Thanksgiving Math
My Dream Thanksgiving Feast Writing Prompt - Thanksgiving Activity
Common Core, Creative Arts, Art, Fine Arts, Graphic Arts, ELA, Language Development, ESL, Vocabulary, Writing, Creative Writing, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Months, Seasons, 100's Day, April Fools, Back To School, Birthdays, Black History Month, Christmas, Chinese New Year, Easter, End Of Year, First Day of School, Halloween, Hanukkah, Last Day of School, Indigenous Peoples Day, President's Day, New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, April, August, December, February, January, November, October, September, Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter, Infant, Toddler, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities, Centers, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Coloring Pages, Writing Prompts
Let your students' imaginations run wild (and their stomachs rumble) with the My Dream Thanksgiving Feast Writing Prompt ! This fun and creative activity combines writing and drawing to bring their ultimate holiday feast to life, no actual cooking required, which is a relief for everyone involved. The writing portion invites kids to dream big. Will their Thanksgiving table include a mountain of mashed potatoes, a turkey the size of a small car, and an endless chocolate fountain? Or maybe pizza, donuts, and a side of fries? (No judgment here, dream big or go home!) As they describe their dream meal, they’ll also sneak in a little vocabulary and descriptive writing practice. Once the feast is planned on paper, it’s time to bring it to life with their artistic skills. Crayons, markers, or even glitter (if you're feeling brave) can turn their dream meal into a colorful masterpiece. Expect turkeys with sunglasses, pies with sprinkles, and enough gravy to fill a swimming pool. Perfect for classrooms, homeschooling, or post-pie downtime, this activity guarantees giggles, creativity, and maybe some outrageous menu ideas you’ll secretly want to try. It’s the most fun you can have with a pen and a plate! Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
Tags Thanksgiving Writing, Thanksgiving Craft, Thanksgiving Writing Prompts, Fall Craft, Winter Craft, Fall Math, Writing Prompts, Turkey Craft, Thanksgiving Drawing
100th Day of School Activity Pack 100's Day
100's Day, Holidays, Holiday & Seasonal, Grade 1, 2, 3, Worksheets & Printables, Writing Prompts, Workbooks, Mazes, Worksheets
This is a fun activity packet that students can do on the 100th day of school. It is easy to print and prepare; just select al or some of the pages to fit your grade level/students' needs and staple. Students can color the front cover and fun practicing skills they have learned such as counting, writing, and place value. page 1- cover page, students can color and design page 2- Fill in the blank: On the 100th day I would eat _____, I wish I had 100 _____, If I had $100 I would buy _____, When I am 100 years old, I would _____. Page 3- Picture frame, draw a picture of yourself of when you are 100 Page 4- I Spy 100 Candies, hunt for the 100 different candies. There are sets of 10 of each candy, students track and record. Page 5- Use your creativity to turn the "100" into a picture of something Page 6- 100 Days Classroom Scavenger Hunt- students hunt for items in classroom such as pencil, marker, water bottles, stickers, posters, chairs, etc. Page 7- 100 Days T-Shirt, design your own 100th Day shirt. Page 8- Handwriting Practice- penmanship and spelling practice of the word "one hundred" Page 9- 100th Day Maze- help the kids find their way through the maze to get to the 100. Page 10-Race to 100 game- students play this game with a partner. They need a dice and highlighter to play the game. Page 11- Counting to 100- FIll in the missing numbers on the 100 chart. Page 12- Writing Prompt: When I am 100 Years Old... Page 13- 100 Days Poem- write an acrostic poem using the word "SCHOOL" Page 14- 100th Day Workout- A workout of 10 different exercises, students do 10 sets of each. Activities range for primary grade levels: K-3rd - Pick and choose what you like. #100sday #100thday #100daysofschool #100thdayactivities
Author CraftEdPrints
Tags 100sday, 100thday, 100daysofschool, 100thdayofschool, 100
Fall | Back to School Writing Prompt BUNDLE! 3rd-5th Grade
Holiday & Seasonal, ELA, Seasons, Fall, Holidays, Back To School, Writing, Creative Writing, Grade 3, 4, 5, Writing Prompts, Worksheets & Printables
Fall | Back to School Writing Prompts for 3rd - 5th Grade These ENGAGING Fall | Back to School: September, October, and November Writing Prompts are designed for 3rd through 5th grade. These Fall Writing Prompts: Opinion, Narrative, and Informative are designed to help kids master their writing skills if they practice writing each month, each season, and for holidays with engaging prompts. Each writing prompt in this writing unit is designed to help master opinion writing, narrative writing, and informative/ explanatory writing. There are instructions listed at the top of each prompt that encourages students to use an introduction, reasons to support their writing, and a conclusion. To help students prepare before they start their writing, they should organize their thoughts with writing organizers. Use these writing organizers as a tool to help guide a student with their writing. This Fall | Back to School Writing Unit includes 9 Opinion prompts, 9 Narrative Prompts, and 9 Informative / Explanatory Prompts that are centered around Fall Activities and Back to School prompts . 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 your home and interesting and engaging prompts to promote creativity in your students! 93 pages included! Here are a few examples of the Fall Writing / Back to School Writing Prompts : Which is better: Apple Cider or Hot Chocolate? Apple Desserts or Pumpkin Desserts: Which is Best? What is your Favorite Fall Smell? Why is it your Favorite? If you lived in a Giant Pumpkin, describe whatlife would be like. You entered a Corn Maze and discovered… Tell about a Fall Hayride. Where would you go and what would you see? Explain why Animals gather Food during the Fall How does the Cooler Fall Weather change the Regionwhere you live? In the Fall, there are fewer Daylight Hours. How does this affect you and other people? If you could invent a new subject to learn at school, what would it be? Tell a story about your new subject. At the end of the school day, you discover something strange in your backpack. Tell a story about what you found and how it got there. Write a goal for this school year thenexplain how you can achieve it. Which is better: A Sweater or a Coat for Chilly Weather? You were raking up fall leaves and discovered…
Author K-5 Treasures
Tags Back To School, Autumn, Fall Writing Prompts, Back To School Writing Prompts, Back To School Writing, Narrative Writing, Opinion Writing, Informational Writing, Back To School Activity
Black Pioneers in Food Science and Technology - Mega Activity Pack
Social Studies, Biographies, Research, Holidays, Holiday & Seasonal, History, Creative Arts, Black History Month, Not Grade Specific, Workbooks, Worksheets & Printables, Task Cards, Presentations, Teacher Tools, Templates, Writing Prompts
Most people have heard of George Washington Carver. However, there are many other amazing Black Americans who have made incredible contributions and who deserve recognition. As a Registered Dietitian, this is why I chose to create this Black History Month project to recognize the Black Americans who have contributed to the food and nutrition industry. 12 Pioneers in Food Science and Technology are included in this Black History Month project. The activities pack is stuffed with fun activities. There are activities for all learning styles. Activities include: File number one (18 pages) includes: Biographical information with photos in pdf format as well as birth and death information, which can be shown to students in full screen like a slideshow. This file also includes multiple links to references for further, more in-depth research. File number two (59 pages) includes: Clickable Table of Contents Goals and Objectives and Activities ideas with link to a YouTube video on how to make a lapbook Improvements to Food Supply Overcoming Obstacles Obstacles and Gender Compare and Contrast Lined Note card templates complete with pictures of each pioneer (4 to a page), to print, cut and fill out according to specific assignment. (Designed for those who prefer to write with words and/or those who need to work on writing skills. Various templates, including bookmark, flippable booklet, 4-petal books, cut and paste projects galore. Extra pictures of each pioneer, in appropriate sizes to fit in/on the templates. Lots of hands-on, no writing required, activities. BONUS Recipe Templates with the style of Creole/Cajun/Soul/Africa in mind. Links and information to study the differences between Creole, Cajun, Soul, and African cuisines. Various templates including mini folders, and booklets. Research ideas. BONUS food planner, journal, diary, and more! The following Pioneers are included: George Washington Carver Leah Chase Alfred L. Cralle George Crum Lloyd Augustus Hall James Hemings Joseph Lee Edna Lewis Marie Maynard Daly Frederick McKinley Jones Norbert Rillieux Malinda Russell Total pages 70+, two separate pdf files in zip format. Answer key is included for matching questions.
Author Homeschooling Dietitian Mom
Tags Black History Month Crafts, Black History Month Lesson Plans, Black History Month Writing Prompts, Black History Month Bulletin Board, Women's History Month, Character Outline Template, Pre-reading Templates
Informative Writing Step-by-Step (120 St. Patrick's Day Writing Prompts)
Social Studies, Holiday & Seasonal, ELA, History, History: Europe, Holidays, St. Patrick's Day, Grammar, Reading, Language Development, Spelling, Writing, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Writing Prompts, Worksheets & Printables
Informative Writing Step-by-Step (120 St. Patrick's Day Writing Prompts) The Informative Writing Step-by-Step resource is an exceptional choice for educators seeking to teach their students the core elements of informative writing in an engaging, fun, and differentiated way. Designed specifically with a St. Patrick's Day theme, this solution provides elementary public school teachers and homeschoolers with a no-fuss approach to introducing or reinforcing informative writing. Critical Steps in Informative Writing This particular resource revolves around the five critical steps in informative writing – Research and Brainstorming Main Points and Support Introduction and Conclusion Draft, Edit, Revise Final Draft. Every day’s lesson focuses on a single step through well-thought-out activities which gives room for individual thinking while fostering collaboration when necessary. Cross-Curricular Connections & Integration Options TThis product also features cross-curricular connections covering areas of... Drawing and Coloring (Art) Grammar (English Language Arts) Teachers can easily integrate this solution into different settings such as small group projects, whole class exercises or even homework assignments depending on what works best for student learning. Tailored Learning Experience & Differentiation Methods Utilized In keeping up with students’ varying handwriting skill level... Predominantly featuring regular lines primary lines along with one devoid of any lines are included within this unit ensuring every student is catered for regardless of their development stage. '; Another added benefit involves differentiation methods appropriately distributed across its entire length... Mix-and-match research graphic organizers that come in three levels, Step-by-step informative writing instructions, and checklists as well as sentence starters and transitions. The resource contains a generous number of 111 PDF pages comprising teacher instructions, topic cards provided both in color and black & white variants. Furthermore, teachers can choose among 120 different informative writing prompts . Bonus Features for Further Enrichment To complement the Enlightening Writing Step-by-Step guide further, bonus features are downloadable which include anchor charts , writing rubrics, beneficial student bookmarks transforming the package from just an instructional material into a complete teaching resource kit.
Author Heather Huhman
Tags Informative Writing, St Patrick's Day, Differentiated Instruction, Writing Prompts, Teacher Resource
Back to School Speech Bubble Writing Prompts | Creative Writing
Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Back To School, Grade 1, 2, 3, Writing Prompts, Worksheets & Printables
Back to School Speech Bubble Writing Prompts: Creative Writing Packet and Emerging Writer Activity is a specially tailored tool for the blossoming writers of tomorrow. Created with classroom as well as homeschooling settings in mind, this teaching resource aims to encourage young writers through stimulating visually creative prompts that spark innovation and compelling storytelling. In time for the welcoming back of students, these speech bubble writing prompts are crafted to refresh mundane learning processes into something exciting. Recognizing the intimidation faced by some students towards a blank page, our worksheets include exciting visuals like images of school-going children or scenes from a playground. These images initiate interesting dialogues leading the student through captivating storylines. How it Works: The teaching process involves allowing students to delve into each image—examining individual characters, scenarios—and then visualizing potential conversations they might have in their given situation. The speech bubbles provided alongside illustrations prompt your student into penning down interesting dialogues while they weave their tale around it. Educator Flexibility: You have complete liberty over how you wish to use this resource—pick out sheets based on subject or complexity level, give your students independence in choosing assignments they connect with, even create attractive booklets consisting of various writing prompts per unit! The Back-to-School Package Includes: Five unique Speech Bubble Writing Prompt sheets Two open-ended templates where children enjoy utter freedom—they can draw up their own illustrations before proceeding towards forming dialogues! Intended for both group discussions or individual assignments—this also works perfectly as an engaging homework project! It's not just about nurturing literary skills; the ultimate aim is bolstering confidence expressed vividly through engaging narratives that entralls classmates during sharing sessions! This extensive packet supplies 19 printable pages; it's designed exclusively for elementary learners (Grades 1-3) to commemorate back-to-school celebrations. Leverage this PDF teaching resource as a stepping stone for your students on their path to becoming proficient writers!
Author Simply Schoolgirl
Tags Back To School, Speech Bubble Writing, Creative Writing Prompts, Emerging Writers, Visual Prompts
FREE: The Black Cat Novel Study Guide – Sample
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Language Development, Vocabulary, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Halloween, Months, October, Seasons, Fall, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies, Writing Prompts, Crosswords Puzzles, Worksheets, Word Searches, Graphic Organizers, Teacher Tools
This is a FREE sample of our The Black Cat Novel Study Guide. In this sample, you can enjoy a selection of comprehension content, including crossword puzzle using vocabulary words, true or false, multiple choice, short answer questions, graphic organizer, answer keys, and the complete short story The Black Cat. The full resource includes additional comprehension questions with vocabulary and definitions, word puzzles, essay prompts and graphic organizers. THE FOLLOWING DESCRIPTION IS FOR THE FULL RESOURCE About this Resource: This resource is a study of the short story The Black Cat, written by Edgar Allan Poe. The Novel Study Guide includes vocabulary with definitions and comprehension questions in the form of true or false, multiple choice and long answer. Students are meant to read or listen to the entire story, then answer the provided questions. Teachers can choose to hand the questions out all at once, or group them into sections. The resource is grouped into natural sections, such as vocabulary, comprehension, critical thinking, essay prompts, and graphic organizers. About the Worksheets: A series of comprehension-based worksheets make up this resource, along with Answer Keys. Vocabulary: 63 words from the story are listed with their meanings in either the order they appear chronologically in the story, or in alphabetical order. The words were chosen by how difficult they were to understand based on context clues. Each word is then used in 1 of 5 vocabulary puzzle worksheets: · Word Decoder: Use the legend to decode the word puzzle. · Word Search: Find the vocabulary words hidden in the puzzle. · Word Scramble: Unscramble the words to make the vocabulary words. · Crossword : Solve each clue with the vocabulary word that matches. Write the vocabulary word in the matching spot in the crossword puzzle. · Hangman: Guess letters to fill in the hidden vocabulary words. Guess a wrong letter and fill in the hangman. Finish the word before the hangman is done. Short Answer: 21 True or False questions are provided. Students must answer each statement as True or False. 12 multiple choice questions are provided. Students must answer each question with the best answer option. Long Answer: 20 comprehension and critical thinking questions are provided. Students answer each question with complete sentences on the lines provided. Essay Prompts: 5 end-of-unit writing activities are provided. Complete one or more of these essay prompts. Graphic Organizers: 7 graphic organizers are provided. · Cause and Effect: Write the matching cause or effect from the ones provided. Answer key provided. · Literary Devices: Find examples from the story that match the provided literary device. · Story Cycle: Describe the introduction, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution of the story. · Internal or External Conflict: Determine whether the conflict in the story is internal or external. · Character Sketch: Detail what the character says, thinks, hates, loves, owns, does, or uses. · Tone and Mood: Describe where and when the story takes place, and how these affect the tone and mood. · Theme Tree: Find evidence from the story that supports the theme. Reading: A complete copy of the short story is provided, as well as a link to an audio performance.
Author Ibby Resources
Tags Novel, Resource, Activities, Reading, Comprehension, Study, Literature, Worksheets
Writing Prompts and Activities: President's Day
Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, President's Day, Grade 6, 7, 8, Writing Prompts, Worksheets & Printables
Writing Prompts and Activities: President's Day Looking for a compelling writing activity that pays tribute to George Washington and Abraham Lincoln? Dive into this comprehensive set tailored for President’s Day, brimming with writing prompts and activities. Especially beneficial for History educators, this Writing Prompts and Activities: President's Day resource ensures that Middle School students don't just acquire factual knowledge about these iconic presidents. They'll delve deeper, interpreting Washington’s Rules of Civility and mulling over Lincoln's renowned quotes. Timelines, invaluable learning tools, are incorporated in this Writing Prompts and Activities: President's Day to further enrich their understanding. After perusing a concise history of each president, students will be tasked with populating a timeline and crafting a summary based on their notes or the timeline itself. But we've gone beyond just summaries, recognizing that they can sometimes be monotonous. To inject creativity, engaging task cards are at your disposal to ignite students' imaginative flair. In today's world where empathy is in dire need, this Writing Prompts and Activities: President's Day resource presents a unique opportunity. Students will imaginatively step into the shoes of Washington and Lincoln, penning narratives from their viewpoints. We, as educators, are acutely aware of how writing can sometimes be a daunting task for both the teacher and students. However, this resource is meticulously designed to streamline the process, making teaching and learning a more enjoyable experience. · ◈RESEARCH has shown◈ ◈ It’s essential to set the purpose for writing because it influences the decisions students make about style. ◈ Writing helps foster the imagination, artistic expression, clear thinking and identity. ◈ Graphic organizers are visual tools that help children learn and understand. ◈ Writing is a process, in addition to pre-writing, students need to learn how to proof-read properly. ◈ It’s important for kids to learn empathy for others, putting themselves insomeone else's shoes helps them do that. ◈ It’s crucial for our children to learn history so that they understand the changes that caused our society to be what it is today. ◈ The old adage, not to know what happened in the past will cause history to repeat itself is so also an important reason to learn about those who came before us.. ◈ This is what you’ll get ◈. 1.Complete Lessons for George Washington and Abraham Lincoln activities. 2. Graphic Organizers 3.Pre-Writing Worksheets 4.Timelines 5.Rough Draft Activities 6.Grading Rubric 7.Final draft black/white and colorful writing pages 8. Student handouts 9. George Washington a. Short history b. Timeline c. Essay writing from history notes d. 110 rules of Civility and Decent Behavior that includes a lesson plan and task cards with story starters. 10. Abraham Lincoln a. Notes and references,. b. Lincoln’s quotes c. Making a timeline from notes. d. Essay writing about quotes. e. Task cards and story starters. 11. Contact Information PERSONALLY, I loved teaching HISTORY/ ELA to my students. A great way to kill “two birds with one stone,” was to have them write a narrative, expository, or creative paper by placing themselves into a certain time period and writing about it. Believe it or not, I enjoyed reading their papers. It always amazed me to see the improvements they made from the beginning of the year, they amazed themselves too. . ✔ This bundle can be used for: ✔ Middle School ✔ Upper Elementary ✔ English Classes ✔ History Classes ✔ SPED Classes Copyright©2016 Deann Marin (Socrates Lantern)
Author Socrates Lantern
Tags President's Day, Writing Prompts, Language Arts, History, Timeline
Writing Prompt Journal, 45-Days Warm-Up, Editable #2
Special Resources, ELA, Holiday & Seasonal, Writing, Creative Writing, Grammar, Seasons, Summer, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Writing Prompts, Worksheets & Printables
Ready to get your learners working in a more gentle on-ramp to your class time? Maybe your homeschool already includes instruction, but a gentle warm-up to your learners' writing instruction is a great way to keep them motivated to learn more! It's recommended kids get 30 minutes of writing practice each day. Sometimes this seems overwhelming for the adults in the room, as it requires planning, formatting, and thoughtful composition. This resource has you covered! Choose to print or use the digital version. Objective : Provide done-for-you writing prompts for both younger and older learners. Formats : Use the provided PowerPoint format, or upload the PPT to Google Slides and have students respond by typing their responses. This is a great motivator for students who enjoy typing more than writing by hand. It also provides a more streamlined checking feature for teachers and supervising adults. Grades : Designed for native speakers in grades 2-5, but applicable for learners in grades 6-12 who are beginning their English-learning journey. Variations : This resource is also available in French and Spanish. What you'll get: This resource contains a PowerPoint file with 64 pages. It also has instructions, spaces for writing, and a certificate of completion. What people are saying: " Fun writing prompts. They really encouraged my child to keep writing beyond the first simple sentence! Great resource. Thank you!" -Jessica P. Looking for more English resources? Be sure to check out my debate activities, critical thinking games, and vocabulary lessons and games on Teach Simple! Topics include: -A Superhero's Toolbox -"Bigger & Better" debate -"I Have, Who Has" card game and vocabulary lesson on: food & drink, weather & landforms, numbers, colors, and patterns, Christmas, calendar, and school & classroom vocabulary. Got a request? Feel free to get in touch on socials @melissaisteaching . Happy teaching!
Author Melissa Is Teaching
Tags Writing, Homeschool, Writing Fluency, Writing Stamina, Daily Writing, Writing Prompts, Editing, Summer
A turkey's adventure Writing Prompt - Thanksgiving Activity
Common Core, Creative Arts, Art, Fine Arts, Graphic Arts, ELA, Language Development, Writing, Creative Writing, Formal Writing, ESL, Vocabulary, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Months, Seasons, 100's Day, Back To School, Birthdays, Chinese New Year, Columbus Day, Easter, First Day of School, End Of Year, Halloween, Kwanzaa, Last Day of School, New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, April, August, December, February, January, November, October, September, July, March, June, May, Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter, Infant, Toddler, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities, Centers, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Coloring Pages, Writing Prompts
Get ready for a gobble-worthy adventure with the A Turkey’s Adventure Writing Prompt ! This Thanksgiving activity invites kids to step into the feathers of a turkey and imagine their most epic journey. Will they escape the dinner table, become a turkey superhero, or travel the world in search of the tastiest corn? The possibilities are as endless as a buffet line. First, kids will channel their inner turkey and write about their big adventure. Maybe they’re a daring turkey ninja, dodging cranberry sauce traps and escaping the clutches of Farmer Fred. Or perhaps they’re a turkey with dreams of fame, starring in the Thanksgiving Day parade instead of ending up on a platter. Whether it’s action-packed, heartwarming, or downright hilarious, this activity lets imaginations soar higher than a turkey trying to take flight (well… almost). After the story is written, it’s time to bring it to life with a colorful drawing! Turkeys in disguises, turkeys in Paris, or turkeys just living their best lives, it’s up to the kids to illustrate their feathered protagonist’s escapades. Perfect for combining creativity and humor, this activity will leave everyone thankful for laughter, storytelling, and turkeys with BIG dreams. Bonus: no turkeys were harmed in the making of these tales! Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
Tags Thanksgiving Writing, Thanksgiving Craft, Thanksgiving Writing Prompts, Fall Craft, Fall Math, Thanksgiving Math, Thanksgiving Activities, Drawing
Martin Luther King Jr. Writing & History Prompts
Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Martin Luther King Day, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Writing Prompts, Worksheets & Printables
DIVE DEEP INTO THE LEGACY of Martin Luther King Jr. with this Martin Luther King Jr. Writing & History Prompts activity tailored for your middle schoolers and SPED students. Illuminate the profound era of the Civil Rights movement of the 60s by integrating the film 'Selma' into your lesson. After the screening, challenge them to chronicle events on a timeline, and pen their reflections using this Martin Luther King Jr. Writing & History Prompts. EMPATHY, a crucial virtue in today's world, will be at the forefront. Invite your students to envision the world through Martin Luther King's eyes, crafting narratives from his viewpoint. TO STREAMLINE THE PROCESS, this comprehensive package offers pre-writing tools, graphic organizers, and meticulous proof-reading guidelines. And for those wary of the grading process, we've got your back with an inclusive grading rubric. WE RECOGNIZE THE CHALLENGES of teaching writing—it can be demanding and time-intensive for both teachers and students alike. Let this Martin Luther King Jr. Writing & History Prompts resource lighten your load, offering a seamless blend of history and writing. Research consistently underscores the significance of specific elements in the writing process. Setting a clear purpose for writing is pivotal, as it shapes the stylistic choices students make. Writing, in its essence, nurtures imagination, bolsters artistic expression, clarifies thinking, and helps cultivate a sense of identity. Equally important are the tools we use to aid this process. Graphic organizers, for instance, serve as visual aids that enhance children's understanding and learning. Beyond just the initial phases of pre-writing, it's crucial for students to master the art of proofreading. Furthermore, nurturing empathy in children is vital. Encouraging them to step into someone else's shoes allows them to develop this crucial emotional intelligence skill. ◈ This is what you’ll get ◈. ◈ Complete Lesson Plan ◈ Proof-Reading Handouts ◈ Notes and References ◈ Task Cards ◈ Graphic Organizer/Pre-Writing ◈ Rough Draft ◈ Timelines ◈ Final Draft Lined Paper ◈ Grading Rubrics ◈ Contact Information Personally , I loved teaching ELA to my students. Believe it or not, I enjoyed reading their papers, they were so creative. It always amazed me to see the improvements they made from the beginning of the year, they amazed themselves too. This bundle can be used for: ✔ Middle School ✔ Upper Elementary ✔ Special Ed Classrooms Copyright©2016 Deann Marin (Socrates Lantern)
Author Socrates Lantern
Tags Martin Luther King Jr., Writing Promps, History, January, Language Arts
Easter Speech Bubble Writing Prompts | Creative Writing
Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Easter, Grade 1, 2, 3, Writing Prompts, Worksheets & Printables
Easter Speech Bubble Writing Prompts | Creative Writing Packet | Emerging Writer Activity The Easter Speech Bubble Writing Prompts | Creative Writing Packet | Emerging Writer Activity is a customized resource for young and emerging writers, especially designed for those within 1st to 3rd grades. It provides distinctive writing prompts with an Easter theme which make it an appealing addition to holiday celebrations in every educational context. This activity bundle offers a delightful approach to learning that triggers students' creativity while they learn. The aim was to engage even those learners who usually shy away from writing, by providing an approach that alleviates stress and encourages participation. Illustrations and Storytelling The packet contains illustrations revolving around Easter celebrations – images of the Easter Bunny delivering eggs, chicks admiring decorated eggs, children’s egg hunts - each having empty speech bubbles. Students are encouraged towards creating stories as they fill these bubbles with dialogues corresponding with the illustrations' representations. Versatility of Use Teachers may choose whole-group use— promoting collective student participation or small group settings. The packets can also be assigned as homework tasks—an exercise that extends learning outside classroom whilst boosting independent thinking skills. Pupils differing proficiency levels or differing teaching approaches can utilize this adaptable tool effectively. Contents of Packet The downloadable product consists of: Five distinct Easter-themed writing prompts . Two blank versions where pupils can incorporate their own drawings hence stimulating their creativity further. Note: Educators should ready themselves! Once introduced, students might end up asking for more challenges offered by such writing prompts formats. Benefits of the Resource The resources in this packet help teachers by providing structured yet malleable tools that make teaching language arts skills exciting and fruitful for learners. Employing these materials aids educators in helping their students develop skills not only crucial in their literacy journey but also enhancing their creativity, critical thinking, and communication talents.
Author Simply Schoolgirl
Tags Easter, Speech Bubble, Writing Prompts, Creative Writing, Emerging Writers
The Day the Pumpkins Talked Reading Passage - Halloween Reading
ELA, Reading, Writing, Reading Comprehension, Creative Writing, Holiday & Seasonal, Holidays, Halloween, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities, Centers, Worksheets & Printables, Writing Prompts, Worksheets
The Day the Pumpkins Talked Reading Passage is a whimsical tale that takes readers on a hilarious journey to a world where pumpkins can talk, and trust us, they have a lot to say! One fateful Halloween night, a group of pumpkins comes to life, sharing their thoughts on everything from carving techniques to the latest trends in Halloween costumes. Spoiler alert: they’re not fans of being turned into pies! This delightful reading passage is paired with multiple fun activities that keep students engaged. Activity 1 includes two comprehension questions to see if readers caught all the witty pumpkin chatter (and to check if they’ve ever wondered what their own Halloween decorations might say). Activity 2 challenges students to match four words from the story with their meanings, because even talking pumpkins need to expand their vocab! Activity 3 brings in grammar fun, where students fill in the blanks with the correct words, because nobody wants to hear a pumpkin say “I seen” instead of “I saw”! Activity 4 continues with fill-in-the-gaps, allowing readers to complete the story in their own humorous way. Finally, Activity 5 invites students to draw their interpretation of the talking pumpkins, whether they’re gossiping or giving fashion advice! Expect giggles and creativity galore! Enjoy!
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
Tags Reading, Reading Passages, Halloween Reading Passages, Halloween Craft, Fall Craft, Fall Reading Comprehension Passages, Halloween Reading Comprehension
Black History Month Endless Creative Writing Prompts
Holiday & Seasonal, ELA, Holidays, Black History Month, Writing, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, Writing Prompts, Worksheets & Printables
Never come up with a creative writing prompt again with this Black History Month-themed storytelling unit! Using the 'somebody wants but so then' (SWBST) approach, this comprehensive LOW PREP resource includes Black historical figure character cards, creative writing graphic organizers, writing rubrics, and more. It makes a great addition to your Black History Month unit study; writing lessons or centers ; or social studies or history class. Perfect for first grade, second grade, and third grade classrooms, homeschool families, and cooperatives. After printing the cards, select which graphic organizers you would like students to use, review the rubric with them, and send them off to write. This can be done individually or in small groups so they can bounce ideas off of one another. Students will submit their finished creative writing stories for teacher assessment. HISTORICAL FIGURES INCLUDE: Bessie Coleman Booker T. Washington Dr. Patricia Bath Frederick Douglass Garrett Morgan George Washington Carver Ida Bell Wells Jackie Robinson Louis Armstrong Madam C.J. Walker Mae C. Jemison Malcolm X Martin Luther King, Jr. Maya Angelou Muhammad Ali Oprah Winfrey Rosa Parks Ruby Bridges Sojourner Truth Thurgood Marshall THIS RESOURCE COVERS: Art (illustrating and coloring) English language arts Grammar History Research Social studies Writing (creative writing and storytelling)
Author Heather Huhman
Tags Black History, Creative Writing, Writing, Early Writing, Elementary Writing, Martin Luther King Jr, Rosa Parks, Ruby Bridges, Mae Jemison, MLK
Finish the Story: Halloween Writing Prompts
Holiday & Seasonal, ELA, Holidays, Halloween, Writing, Creative Writing, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Writing Prompts, Worksheets & Printables
Finish the Story: Halloween Writing Prompts - An Engaging Resource for Young Writers This resource is an incredible choice for teachers looking for no-prep activities. It's targeted at students in grades two through five and focuses on creating engaging Halloween-themed stories . What’s Inside? Eleven unique writing prompts Two layout options for each prompt, adding versatility to assignment distribution Digital templates adaptable to different classroom scenarios and teaching preferences. Ways to Use these Halloween Writing Prompts The writing prompts serve a multitude of purposes: Starters at writing centers : Get those creative juices flowing right from the start Homework assignments: Serve as an interesting alternative to regular homework tasks. Additional Uses: Handy tools during small group sessions or partner-writing tasks that encourage collaboration. For early finishers, these prompts keep them engaged without needing additional aid from teachers. Integration with Technology: Added Bonus! <> p>This educational bundle integrates technology comfortably with its Google Slides presentation link embedded inside one of its PDF pages. Not just flexibility, this allows students also type directly on their device improving computer literacy along practicing narrative skills. Kids can animate their stories by adding images or illustrations straightaway from their devices! Bonus Advantages "Finish the Story: Halloween Writing Prompts" is not just a Halloween-time resource. It can be applied across several other enjoyable holidays and fits perfectly into Language Arts subjects, especially creative writing. In addition to aiding creativity, it's also excellent for drilling basic grammar lessons. Conclusion Encouraging creativity along with honing narrative abilities amongst your young writers couldn't be easier than this! This versatile and engaging bundle is sure to bring out students' inventiveness season after season!
Author Blooming with Blake
Tags Halloween, Writing Prompts, Creative Writing, Narrative Skills, Technology
Writing Prompt Journal, 45-Days Warm-Up, Editable #3
Special Resources, ELA, Holiday & Seasonal, Writing, Creative Writing, Grammar, Seasons, Summer, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Writing Prompts, Worksheets & Printables
Ready to get your learners working in a more gentle on-ramp to your class time? Maybe your homeschool already includes instruction, but a gentle warm-up to your learners' writing instruction is a great way to keep them motivated to learn more! It's recommended kids get 30 minutes of writing practice each day. Sometimes this seems overwhelming for the adults in the room, as it requires planning, formatting, and thoughtful composition. This resource has you covered! Choose to print or use the digital version. Objective : Provide done-for-you writing prompts for both younger and older learners. Formats : Use the provided PowerPoint format, or upload the PPT to Google Slides and have students respond by typing their responses. This is a great motivator for students who enjoy typing more than writing by hand. It also provides a more streamlined checking feature for teachers and supervising adults. Grades : Designed for native speakers in grades 2-5, but applicable for learners in grades 6-12 who are beginning their English-learning journey. Variations : This resource is also available in French and Spanish. What you'll get: This resource contains a PowerPoint file with 64 pages. It also has instructions, spaces for writing, and a certificate of completion. What people are saying: " Fun writing prompts. They really encouraged my child to keep writing beyond the first simple sentence! Great resource. Thank you!" -Jessica P. Looking for more English resources? Be sure to check out my debate activities, critical thinking games, and vocabulary lessons and games on Teach Simple! Topics include: -A Superhero's Toolbox -"Bigger & Better" debate -"I Have, Who Has" card game and vocabulary lesson on: food & drink, weather & landforms, numbers, colors, and patterns, Christmas, calendar, and school & classroom vocabulary. Got a request? Feel free to get in touch on socials @melissaisteaching . Happy teaching!
Author Melissa Is Teaching
Tags Writing, Homeschool, Writing Fluency, Writing Stamina, Daily Writing, Writing Prompts, Editing, Summer
St. Patrick's Day Opinion Writing Step-by-Step with 48 Writing Prompts (Would You Rather)
Social Studies, Holiday & Seasonal, ELA, History, History: Europe, Holidays, St. Patrick's Day, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Grammar, Language Development, Spelling, Writing, Grade 2, 3, 4, Writing Prompts, Worksheets & Printables
Do you think corned beef is the best meat to serve on St. Patrick's Day ? If you need an engaging way to teach opinion writing, look no further than this step-by-step unit ! Perfect for elementary teachers and homeschoolers alike, this LOW PREP resource covers the five steps of opinion writing— research and brainstorming ; reasons and examples ; introduction and conclusion ; draft, edit, and revise ; and final draft —using a cross-curricular approach and St. Patrick's Day theme. Each day's lesson addresses one step. Differentiated graphic organizers— primary lines , regular lines , and no lines —are included to match the student's handwriting skill level. A GREAT ADDITION TO YOUR: St. Patrick's Day or holidays unit study Writing lessons or centers Social studies or history class ...or just for fun! HOW IT WORKS: Each student picks or is assigned a topic from the cards to research (individually or in small groups) Select one of the included writing prompts or use the blank ones to create your own Starting with research and brainstorming, students complete one opinion writing step each day Students present their final draft—orally or using the included graphic organizers—in response to the assigned writing prompt Help your students become expert opinion writers! Whether you're looking for an introduction to opinion writing or an assessment of prior knowledge, this resource has something for everyone. ST. PATRICK'S DAY TOPICS INCLUDE: Blarney stone Bodhran drum Cabbage Corned beef Dublin Fiddle Flute Four-leaf clover Green Harp Ireland Irish dancing Irish stew Leprechaun Leprechaun trap Luck March Rainbow Saint Patrick Shamrock Uilleann pipe Vest Walking stick Whistle CROSS-CURRICULAR SUBJECTS COVERED: Art (drawing and coloring) English language arts Grammar History Reading Research Social studies Spelling Writing
Author Heather Huhman
Tags St Patrick's Day, Sain Patrick, Opinion Writing, Persuasive Writing, Early Writing, Beginner Writing, Elementary Writing, Writing Unit, Ireland, Craft, Would You Rather Opinion Writing Prompts, St Patricks Would You Rather, Elementary Opinion Writing Prompts, Would You Rather St Patricks Day