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Social studies Common Core RI.4.5 literature circles
Ben and Me Novel Study
Incorporating novels with your social studies units is easy with this all inclusive print and go packet. I've included everything you need to work your way through this novel with ease. Integrating novels into social studies is a very effective way to add dimension to your units, and Ben and Me is a wonderful story that my students always loved to read. What You'll Find:• Teacher’s Edition of Vocabulary by Chapter (with definitions)• Student’s Edition of Vocabulary by Chapter (no definitions)•
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3rd - 5th
Dear Levi Novel Study on Westward Expansion
Incorporating novels with your social studies units is easy with this all inclusive print and go packet. I've included everything you need to work your way through this novel with ease. Integrating novel units into your social studies block can transform history for your students. "Dear Levi" is a story of a young boy moving west to work the land his Pa claimed for their family. The hardships of moving west in a wagon train are beyond what we can imagine, but this novel brings so many of those
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4th - 5th
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NC State Symbols Reading Passage
This an introductory reading passage to the North Carolina State Symbols. Students will learn about some of the most popular state symbols that shape North Carolina. There is a sequencing worksheet to follow after the passage, in which students are to list and describe the four symbols discussed in the passage in chronological order from when they were adopted as a state symbol.
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3rd - 5th
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Dear Austin Novel Study
Incorporating novels with your social studies units is easy with this all inclusive print and go packet. I've included everything you need to work your way through this novel with ease.
This novel unit is designed to go along with your Social Studies lessons on the Underground Railroad and Westward Expansion (early 1850’s). This unit does not give you lessons on the Underground Railroad, but rather reading lessons on the novel, Dear Austin, a book of letters from Levi to his brother Austin, w
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4th - 6th
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Candy Corn Nonfiction Article
This informational text explains the production of candy corn. In the text are many text features to assist students as they comprehend the main idea. Perfect for the holiday, for students learning about production, and guided/flexible reading groups.
The Lexile level of this text is 970.
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3rd - 5th
Who was King Tut Novel Study
Save time while enhancing your students' understanding of the Egyptian pharaoh, King Tut, with this no prep, easy-to-use digital and printable novel study. Use these activities as your students read the book Who was King Tut? by Roberta Edwards. With comprehension and vocabulary activities for each chapter, this is sure to help your students show their understanding of this iconic figure in Ancient Egypt. Check out the preview for a closer look at this resource!This Resource Includes:Two Compre
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4th - 6th
Woods Runner: A Literature Study with Informational Text
This comprehensive literature study combines Gary Paulsen's Woods Runner with informational texts designed to help students better comprehend the novel's setting and the events of the Revolutionary War. The unit is designed for practice of a majority of standards in both Common Core literature and informational text strands. Through the integration of both types of texts, students will develop a deeper understanding of the novel and the time period. They will also critique Paulsen's ability t
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4th - 7th
America: Original 13 Colonies: Nonfiction Reading Comprehension
A nonfiction reading resource of our nation's history describing how the original 13 colonies came to be involved in the American Revolution. Each high interest informational text passage is followed by an activity designed to improve your student's reading comprehension skills! Students will need to read and highlight the text in order to find evidence, locate the main idea and supporting details, understand vocabulary, and complete cause and effect or problem and solution charts. All answer
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4th - 6th
Also included in: Bundle: America Non-Fiction Reading passages and printables
If You Lived At the Time of The Civil War, Kay Moore Reading Response Activities
"If You Lived at the Time of the Civil War", Kay Moore reading response activities. I have included engaging student response questions to cover all of the pages in this popular Civil War nonfiction book. From creating a compare and contrast diagram or interviewing a resident after the war has ended to creating a poster for other residents to join the cause; your students will choose five different activities to complete similar to those above from the information provided in the book.Once they
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4th - 5th
What was Pearl Harbor Novel Study
Save time while enhancing your students' understanding of the attack on Pearl Harbor, the event that propelled the United States into World War II. This no prep novel study is easy to use. Use these activities as your students read the book What was Pearl Harbor? by Patricia Brennan Demuth. With comprehension and vocabulary activities for each chapter, this is sure to help your students show their understanding of this iconic and infamous event. Check out the preview for a closer look at this r
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4th - 6th
Ancient Egypt Reading Passages Unit - Comprehension Questions with answers
Ancient Egypt Worksheets - Reading Comprehension Passages and questions with answer sheets. This resource contains 4 Engaging, Non-Fiction Reading Comprehension Passages with answers.A quick overview of topics covered in this resource include:1.) Ancient Egypt- covers the civilisation of Ancient Egypt- the Nile River- how the floods happened and the benefitsKeywords: Civilisation, Nile River, Fertile, Crops, cultivation2.) Society & Social Structure of Ancient Egypt- covers the social hierar
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Not Grade Specific
Also included in: Ancient Egypt Primary School Bundle of Activities
Mysteries of the Revolution: Reading Comprehension about Washington's Spies
Practice reading comprehension skills while reading about the mysteries of the American Revolution! There are even mysteries within mysteries in this engaging look at the spies of George Washington! Did you know that Washington ordered the start of one of the first spy rings to operate in the U.S.? Even our first President didn't know the real names of many of the operatives and the identity of Agent 355 is still unknown today! Spark interest in our nation's history with this nonfiction res
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5th - 7th
Ruby Bridges and Rosa Parks Paired Texts
These paired texts, or paired passages, feature 2 famous African Americans from history. The famous women featured are Ruby Bridges and Rosa Parks. The purpose of these paired texts is to help meet the rigorous expectations set for students. These paired texts are designed to teach comprehension, social studies, and test prep skills.I have included 2 passages, one for Rosa Parks and one for Ruby Bridges. Each paired text comes in 4 different versions: 2 colored and 2 black and white. In addition
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2nd - 4th
Black History Month Paired Texts: Jackie Robinson and Jesse Owens
Get ready to meet two iconic African Americans in history with paired texts featuring Jackie Robinson and Jesse Owens. These texts are designed to help students meet rigorous educational standards while providing them with valuable knowledge about two inspirational figures. Perfect for teaching comprehension, social studies, and test prep skills, these paired texts are an excellent addition to any classroom, especially during Black History Month.This set includes two passages: one for Jackie Rob
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2nd - 4th
Halloween Reading Comprehension Craft Poetry Project
Spooky, scary Halloween...are you looking to bring some literacy to your 4th graders on Halloween? This resource combines rich informational text focused on the history of Halloween, thought-provoking comprehension questions, acrostic poem writing, and an art project. Unveil the history, mystery, and artistic expression behind this spooky day!This engaging educational resource seamlessly blends history, literacy, and creativity, offering a dynamic learning experience that will leave a lasting i
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4th - 6th
War Stories by Gordon Korman Teacher's Guide Primary Sources
War Stories follows the story of Trevor Firestone and his great grandfather, G.G., reliving his days as a private in the U.S. Army during World War II. The story alternates between the past, 1944, when G.G. (Private Jacob Firestone) started basic training and fought in France, ultimately liberating the town of Sainte-Regine to present day with Trevor and his family retracing the route that Jacob took during the war. It all culminates in an award ceremony, a 75th anniversary celebration, of the t
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4th - 7th
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Veterans Day Text Set
This text set includes 4 texts about Veterans Day.The articles are:Understanding Veterans: Our Heroes in Uniform which includes a descriptive graphic organizer to write about what a Veteran is.A Tribute to Heroes: The History of Veterans Day which includes a timeline graphic organizer to write about the history of Veteran's Day and how it was established.Honoring Our Heroes: Creative Ways to Celebrate Veterans Day which includes a main idea and supporting details graphic organizer to write about
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3rd - 6th
American Revolution Reading Comprehension: Who Made the First Flag?
Did you know that there are several that claim to be the first flag makers? Follow the evidence in this nonfiction reading comprehension resource to draw your own conclusions and determine who really made the first flag! Engaging passages hold student's attention while they use reading skills to analyze text and solve a history mystery. Take a peek at these other titles in the Mysteries of the Revolution series: Washington's Spies and Midnight Rides and Swamp Spies!What's Included?6 Nonfiction
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5th - 7th
Day of the Dead Reading Comprehension Craft Poetry Project
El Dia de Los Muertos or Day of the Dead is a great way to bring some literacy and culture to your 4th graders! This dynamic resource combines rich informational text focused on the traditions of Day of the Dead, thought-provoking comprehension questions, poetry writing, decorating a skull, and creating papel picados. Unveil the history, mystery, and artistic expression behind this holiday.This engaging educational resource seamlessly blends history, literacy, and creativity, offering a dynamic
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4th - 6th
What is the Constitution? by P.B. Demuth Lesson Plans/Novel Study
This What Is the Constitution? novel study includes a complete note taking study guide for each chapter, with additional needed vocabulary. It is a simple plan to following with easy summary bullets and details that will inspire conversation.
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3rd - 5th
Book activities for: "Landed"
These activities can be used for individual, small group, for whole class. They could also be used as homework, with guided groups, or with book groups. Small groups could be working on different activities at the same time. The book can be read aloud and selected activities done in class. They could be useful laminated and in a literacy center. It is always a better learning experience if books are discussed in pairs or in groups, in my opinion. Pairs or groups of students can also complete mo
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2nd - 5th
Biography Book Clubs for ANY Biography
Designed to be used with multiple book clubs simultaneously! Questions pertain to biographies and are designed to get students thinking about how people leave legacies in their own time!
A Book Club project called The Impact Timeline rounds out the book club experience as it asks students to further explore their person's contributions for those that came after them!
If you liked, the Historical Fiction Book Clubs, Fantasy Fiction Book Clubs and/or Mystery Book Clubs from Gifted & Giggles,
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4th - 6th
Thomas Edison and Nikola Tesla Paired Passages
These paired passages, or paired texts, feature 2 famous inventors from history. The famous men featured are Nikola Tesla and Thomas Edison. The purpose of these paired passages, or pair texts, are to help meet the rigorous expectations set for students. These paired passages are designed to teach comprehension, social studies, and test prep skills.I have included 2 passages, one for Nikola Tesla and one for Thomas Edison. Each paired text comes in 4 different versions: 2 colored and 2 black and
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2nd - 4th
Also included in: Famous Inventors Paired Passages (Bundle)
President's Day So You Want to Be President
These worksheets include vocabulary and are great for teaching creative writing! This product is based on the book, "So You Want to be President," that can be found in Reading Street Unit 2 Week 5. It Includes:★ Presidential Fact Cards with Examples★ Create Your Own Presidential Fact Cards★ President Family Tree★ Log Cabin Presidents★ Presidential Names★ Your own Presidential Experience★ Design Your Own Campaign Button★ Design Your Own Campaign Poster★ Create Your Own White House Menu★ Design Yo
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3rd - 4th
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