Other (social studies) Common Core RL.5.3 literature circles

Jean Martin's Balanced Literacy

CCSS:

RL.3.1

, RL.3.2

, RL.3.3

, RL.3.4

, RL.3.10

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EXTRA CREDIT, by Andrew Clements: A PDF/EASEL Book Club Packet

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This is an independent-work, custom-designed packet created to support CCSS for students in grades 4-7 as they read EXTRA CREDIT by Andrew Clements. The packet may be printed and/or used digitally by uploading to Easel. If you are not familiar with Easel digital products, here are a few links you can follow to better understand: What is Easel by TpT? Getting Started Guide FAQ for Buyers Included are 18 student pages which divide the text into four reading assignments with questions and

Subjects:

Asian Studies, Other (Social Studies - History), Reading

Grades:

4th - 7th

Types:

Literature Circles, Cultural Activities, Independent Work Packet

CCSS:

, RL.4.4

Balanced Literacy, Literature, Other (Social Studies - History)

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Also included in: A Bundle of Andrew Clements' School Stories: 16 Novel Studies by Jean Martin

Until I Find Julian Lit Log (Novel Study) (For Distance or Classroom Learning)

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MrsDsEducationalTools

This is a lit log for Until I find Julian by Patricia Reilly Giff. The themes of this contemporary realistic fiction are: immigration issues, family, helping others, survival, and responsibility. The lit log can be used as a guide for a read aloud or for direct reading instruction (guided reading, novel study, or literature circle). It can be used for distance or classroom learning. The key focus skills of the lit log are: cite textual evidence, describe plot/characters, and expla

Subjects:

Grades:

5th - 8th

Types:

Other (ELA), Other (Social Studies - History), Tools for Common Core

CCSS:

RL.5.1

, RL.5.2

, RL.5.3

, RL.5.4

, RL.5.6

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Blank H Comparison Chart

Created by

Growing Giggles

This blank H Chart is used to compare to topics or things and tell how they are different in the long sections and how they are the same in the middle. Another version of a VENN DIAGRAM. Ideas for use: Compare two literary characters, two historical figures, two events in history, two topics in science, etc. This is a multi use product that could be used in groups or independently. Hope you enjoy!Growing Giggles

Subjects:

Grades:

1st - 12th

Types:

Outlines, Literature Circles

CCSS:

RL.3.9

Balanced Literacy, Literature, Other (Social Studies - History)

, RL.5.3

, RL.6.7

, RL.6.9

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Lucky Broken Girl Lit Log (Novel Study) (For Distance or Classroom Learning)

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MrsDsEducationalTools

This is a lit log for Lucky Broken Girl by Ruth Behar. The themes of this historical fiction based on the author's childhood are: immigration and refugees, family, friendship, hardships, and school. This lit log can be used as a guide for a read aloud or for direct reading instruction (guided reading group, literature circle, or novel study). It is also a great book to be used as part of a history/social studies unit and/or a discussion on immigration/refugees. It can be used for

Subjects:

Grades:

4th - 7th

Types:

CCSS:

, RL.4.4

Balanced Literacy, Other (Social Studies - History), Reading

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Front Desk Lit Log (Novel Study) (For Distance or Classroom Learning)

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MrsDsEducationalTools

This is a lit log by MrsDsEducationalTools for Front Desk by Kelly Yang This is a realistic fiction written from the point of view of a fifth-grade girl who recently moved with her parents from China to America. Themes include: immigration, prejudice, tolerance, racism, bullying, poverty, multicultural, Asian American, family, and friends. The key focus skills of the lit log are:- use text to explain/draw inferences- determine theme/summarize- describe/compare/contrast/analyze character

Subjects:

Grades:

4th - 7th

Types:

CCSS:

Literature, Other (Social Studies - History)

, RL.5.1

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Sounder by William H. Armstrong Book Study

Created by

Kristen Benamati

This book study is broken into two parts (Chapters 1-4 and Chapters 5-8). It can be used to guide reading groups, guide independent reading or for a whole class book discussion.

Subjects:

Grades:

5th - 6th

Types:

Guided Reading Books, Literature Circles

CCSS:

RL.5.1

, RL.5.2

, RL.5.3

, RL.5.4

, RL.5.6

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The Verdigris Pawn, Curriculum and Reading Guide

Created by

Alysa Wishingrad

The Verdigris Pawn, by Alysa Wishingrad, a 2021 JLG Gold Standard Selection, is an upper middle-grade fantasy novel that explores issues around power, privilege, and social justice. Use this guide to facilitate meaningful conversations and deepen the reader’s engagement around the issues, or power, politics, social structure, and class structure. The questions and extension activities are designed to prompt middle school readers to explore the world of the book as well as their own lives ex

Subjects:

Literature, Other (Social Studies - History), Reading

Grades:

4th - 8th

Types:

Research, Literature Circles

CCSS: