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Balanced literacy resources for Easel on sale
Counting by 7s Novel Study--A Complete Novel Study!
COUNTING BY 7S by Holly Goldberg Sloan is an award-winning novel (Amazon.com Best Books of the Year 2013: Ages 9-12; SLJs Best Books of 2013, Fiction; Bulletin Blue Ribbon 2013, Fiction; YALSA 2014 Best Fiction for Young Adults; Horn Book Fanfare, Best Books of 2013, Fiction; ALA 2014 Notable Children’s Books, Older Readers: 2014 E. B White Read-Aloud Honor, Middle Reader). Willow Chance is a middle school girl and highly gifted. She loses her adoptive parents in a fatal car wreck. Her life be
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4th - 8th
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"The Veldt" A Short Story to Teach Literacy Standards
NO PREP! Standards-Aligned! Distance Learning with Digital Activity!"The Veldt" is a classic story by Ray Bradbury. It centers on a family who has allowed technology to take over the rearing of their children, and the horrible consequences. My students are engaged fully in the reading of this science fiction tale! This resource includes:1. Comprehension questions in text-order ranging from general comprehension to critical thinking questions.2. Vocabulary is embedded within the questions.3
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5th - 8th
Adjectives
Check out my 2nd grade Language Arts and Grammar Growing Bundle Click Here to find all my Language Arts skills in one spot for a discounted price.
Adjectives will be easy to teach with this unit. It is full with fun and engaging activities to reach all your learners. Common Core Aligned L.2.1.e
Included in this product:
Teacher Notes (2 pages)
Posters/Signs (2 pages)
Worksheets (30 pages)
My Adjectives Book ( 8 pages)
Literacy Journal (12 pages)
Adjective Mini-Book (1 page)
Parts of Speech
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K - 3rd
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Also included in:Â *2nd Grade Language Arts & Grammar Bundle
The Breadwinner Novel Study
The Breadwinner by Deborah Ellis is the heart-wrenching story of Parvana, a young Afghan girl who must survive under the Taliban regime. My students love this book so much. Boys and girls alike couldn't wait to read Parvana's story each day.My study includes:1. Chapter questions2. Chapter writing prompts3. Literary terms and definitions4. Literary analysis activity5. Literary analysis test6. Creative writing choices7. Research assignment 8. List of vocabulary and definitions9. Two voc
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4th - 8th
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The War that Saved My Life Analyzing Text and Balanced Literacy
This is a 2016 Newberry Honor Book by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley. It is historical fiction set in England prior and during World War II. It tells the story of an abused, disabled girl and her fight for her own freedom from her life of abuse. I have read it three times now, and I love it more each time. This would be a great companion for any study on World War II because it describes the day-to-day impact the war had on everyday people. Included:1. Guided reading questions for each chapter.
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4th - 8th
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Stargirl Novel Study by Dianne Watson
No Prep! Stargirl Novel Study is intended to engage students with the text with higher level thinking activities. Writing is embedded throughout the study. This study addresses Common Core Standards:RL7.1, 7.2, 7.4 and RL8.1,8.2, 8.3, 8.4.The study includes1. Comprehension and critical thinking questions.2. Theme using text evidence3. Dynamic or static character focusing on text evidence.4. Analysis of foreshadowing.5. Analysis of symbolism.6. Analysis of figurative language.7. Analysis
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6th - 8th
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A Monster Calls--Guided Reading Questions, Critical Thinking, and More
No prep. Just print and teach. Common Core aligned.A Monster Calls by Patrick Ness is an award-winning novel about a boy's struggle to deal with the cancer and ultimate death of his mother. The novel is part reality and part fantasy. It will keep students' attention and make them think deeply about life, grief, and death. Even reluctant readers will be engaged!My study includes the following:1. Chapter-by-chapter guided reading questions.2. Most chapters include a short writing response.
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6th - 8th
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Uglies Novel Study by Dianne Watson
NO PREP! PRINT AND GO! COMMON CORE ALIGNED!Uglies by Scott Westerfeld is a dystopian story with the concept of beauty as the focus. This book will appeal to boys as well as girls. The suspenseful story centers on Tally, a sixteen year old girl, who must chose between betraying her friend or losing her chance to be beautiful. This a wonderful edition to a unit on dystopian literature and the role of government.This study requires students to think critically about text and to use text eviden
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7th - 9th
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Wolf Hollow--Questions, Vocabulary, Quizzes, Writing Prompts, Analyzing Text
Wolf Hollow is a 2017 Newberry Honor Book written by Lauren Wolk. I've read it three times now, and I love it even more. Set in 1943 in rural Pennsylvania, the story is a coming-of-age story. Annabelle comes face to face with a bully and a lost soul. The book is unexpected and gripping. I can't wait to share it with my students!My study includes:1. I call them "quick comprehension questions" because they are intended to be answered after each chapter--independently or as a group. I have a
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5th - 8th
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A Wrinkle in Time Novel Study--Common Core Aligned
This is a complete novel study---print ready!A Wrinkle in Time by Madeline L'Engle is a classic novel that is included on the Common Core's recommended reading list for grades six through eight. More importantly, this novel will appeal equally to boys and girls. It is an action-packed-good-versus-evil story.This study requires students to think critically about text. It also requires students to use text evidence to support their responses.Writing is embedded within the study.The study includ
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4th - 8th
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Flora and Ulysses The Illuminated Adventures Novel Study (Common Core Aligned)
Flora and Ulysses The Illuminated Adventures by Kate DiCamillo won the 2014 Newberry Award. After reading this delightful story, I am confident I know why. It is funny, endearing, and fanciful while tackling the tough issues of divorce and the age-old worry of being "normal". The vocabulary is rich and challenging. The characters are unforgettable. I primarily teach seventh and eighth graders, and I am SURE they will love this book. Even though Flora is ten years old, she grapples with man
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4th - 8th
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One Came Home Novel Study by Dianne Watson
No Prep! Common Core Aligned!One Came Home by Amy Timberlake is a Newberry Honor Book for 2014. This historical mystery follows the main character's search for the truth about her dead sister. Georgie Burkhardt is a thirteen year old girl in Placid, Wisconsin in the year 1871. Georgie is stubborn, smart, and fiercely loyal. The story is set during the greatest wild pigeon migration on record. A dead body, criminals, and danger make this appealing to boys and girls alike. It is a must-rea
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6th - 8th
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Echo Novel Study Analyzing Text
Echo, the 2016 Newberry honor book by Pam Munoz Ryan, is a magical work of historical fiction masterfully woven with fantasy.
The story follows the lives of characters from prior to World War II to post World War II. Students will love the story of characters who overcome adversity and achieve greatly. I love this book!
I have included:
1. Guided comprehension questions.
2. Analyzing specific text.
3. A list of vocabulary from the text along with definitions for easy access.
4. Writing
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4th - 8th
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Moon Over Manifest Novel Study Analyzing Text by Dianne Watson
No Prep! Moon Over Manifest is a Newberry book by Clare Vanderpool. It is a story set alternately in 1918 Manifest, Kansas and 1936 Manifest, Kansas. Abilene must learn the truth from an old "diviner"--the truth about her father and a town full of sadness and loss. It is a wonderful work of historical fiction that will engage students. Bootlegging, murder, death, and humor make this an appealing book for girls and boys.This study, as with all my studies, requires students to think deeply and
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4th - 8th
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The Elephant's Child--A Short Story to Teach Literacy Standards
"The Elephant's Child" by Rudyard Kipling is the classic short story about how the elephant got his long nose. It is challenging text full of humor that students will enjoy.
I have sectioned the story into blocks with side-by-side questions for close reading and annotating as well.
Questioning the text is designed to lead students to think critically about the text.
Skills addressed:
1. Purpose of dialogue
2. Figurative language and its effect
3. Vocabulary analysis
4. Using text to supp
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4th - 8th
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Merci Suarez Changes Gears--Guided Reading Questions, Writing Prompts and More
No Prep! Common Core Aligned! Print and Go!Merci Suarez Changes Gears by Meg Medina is the 2019 Newberry Medal winner, and it is a wonderful book! Merci is a new sixth grader who is experiencing many changes, including in her own family. This book presents a very positive message for young people. I loved it!I've included the following:1. Guided comprehension questions in a variety of levels ( I teach remedial, regular education, and gifted students!)2. Writing prompts are included
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5th - 7th
Understanding Connotations And The Power of Words
Understanding connotations helps students understand the power of word choice. This tool is intended to teach the concept of word connotations and to provide students with meaningful practice in differentiating between words based on their connotative meanings.
This skill will improve comprehension and writing skills.
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1. Study guide sheet/poster.
2. Activity in which students choose between two synonyms; students must explain why they chose each word.
4. Definitions of the selecte
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4th - 8th
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Second Grade Reading Comprehension - Easel Self-Checking - Main Idea
Are you looking to give your second graders practice in reading and determining the main idea? This self-checking interactive resource is exactly what you need. Your student is given a paragraph to read and then presented with 4 choices to describe the main idea. Since it's self-checking, they get immediate feedback and can correct their answers and learn from their mistakes. This can be assigned in Easel or Google Classroom. Supports CCSS.RF.2.4, CCSS.RF.2.4a,CCSS.CCRA.R.2******************
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2nd
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Verbs and Their Functions for Middle School Students
Middle school students still struggle with the parts of speech. The understanding of the functions of verbs is needed as a foundation for understanding clauses and phrases.
The product includes
1. Mini posters/handouts for study guides of the functions of verbs: action and linking verbs, helping and main verbs, transitive and intransitive verbs.
2. Practice exercises for each function.
3. Finding verbs in authentic text.
4. Answer Key.
Verbs and Their Functions for Middle School Stud
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6th - 8th
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Soldier, Sister, Fly Home,Comprehension and Critical Thinking Questions
Nancy Bo Flood's novel fits very well into a study of Native Americans, especially the Navajo. It is a story of family, love of country, and of finding one's true identity. It is a coming of age story that intertwines adventure and great sadness.
I loved it!
Included is
1. Guiding reading questions for comprehension and critical thinking.
2. Figurative language and vocabulary are embedded in the guide questions.
3. Writing prompts intended to help students make personal connections to the
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Grades:
4th - 8th
Printable Practice: 3 Digit Subtraction Facts to With and Without Regrouping
Are you Teaching Math Facts Fluency Timed Tests in 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade or Special Education, and not sure where to start? This resource consists of a total of 3 Digit Subtraction With and Without Regrouping problems 30 worksheets. (20 problems are included per sheet) Use these pages as timed tests to improve fluidity or let students complete them at their leisure. Answer key is included in the back. "Digital and Printable Learning with Three digit subtraction regrouping and no regrou
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Not Grade Specific
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Also included in:Â Subtraction 3 Digit with Borrowing Math Facts Fluency Distance Learning
Spring Reading Practice Printable Task Cards - Compatible with Easel
Read this first edition of my "Morgan's Mysteries" Series: Morgan's Mystery #1: Meta-Morpho-What?Information about the Butterfly Life Cycle is included in the story. After reading the story, students can answer comprehension and vocabulary questions. These Task Cards can be printed and used as a classroom literacy center or used digitally with Easel. For help using Easel, visit: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1YHalzXmJPIQPs-l3_6Nn-4Pv2wagommk8ifyfJpnq1M/copy?usp=sharing*The product is al
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3rd - 5th
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Phonics Set 47: Printable Task Cards Compatible with Easel: Words with GH
These task cards require students to choose the correctly spelled word to complete each sentence.They can be printed for classroom use or used digitally in the Easel program.For help using Easel, visit: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1YHalzXmJPIQPs-l3_6Nn-4Pv2wagommk8ifyfJpnq1M/edit?usp=sharingThese cards are also available for use as Boom Cards & Google Slides.Thanks so much for your purchase!Happy Teaching & Learning!
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K - 5th
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Phonics Set 43: Printable Task Cards Compatible with Easel: EL & LE Endings
These task cards require students to choose the correctly spelled word to complete each sentence.They can be printed for classroom use or used digitally in the Easel program. For help using Easel, visit: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1YHalzXmJPIQPs-l3_6Nn-4Pv2wagommk8ifyfJpnq1M/edit?usp=sharingThese cards are also available for use as Boom Cards & Google Slides.Thanks so much for your purchase!Happy Teaching & Learning!
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K - 5th
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