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Common Core L.7.4 guided reading books
The Westing Game: A Novel Study
The Westing Game is a murder mystery like no other. This wonderfully crafted novel by Ellen Raskin is a fascinating read for upper elementary and middle school students!This 170-page unit is jam-packed with everything you need to teach the novel, whether you're doing it as a whole-class, a small group (i.e. reading groups or literature circles), or as an individual project. It includes many activities that serve as comprehension tools and valuable practice determining different story elements.
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5th - 6th
Also included in: Novel Studies Mega Bundle
A Wrinkle in Time Novel Study
In this A Wrinkle in Time novel study, students will dig deep to analyze the life lessons Meg must overcome to complete her dangerous journey by completing fun, challenging lessons and activities. The A Wrinkle in Time novel study includes comprehension questions, important vocabulary, engaging activities, graphic organizers and more!TEXT: A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L'EngleLEVEL: 5th-7thTOTAL: 90 pages Pacing Guide and Answer Keys includedThis A Wrinkle in Time novel study is jam-packed wit
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5th - 7th
Also included in: Novel Studies Mega Bundle
The Birchbark House Novel Study Unit and Literature Guide
This literature guide for The Birchbark House by Louise Erdrich is a low prep historical fiction novel study. In addition to chapter vocabulary, reading comprehension questions, character charts, and a plot diagram, students can complete a mix of reading and writing activities to enhance their understanding of the book and expand their knowledge of the setting and time period. The Birchbark House provides a look into the life of the Ojibwa Indians at the time that French settlers and fur traders
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5th - 7th
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The Egypt Game Novel Study Unit and Literature Guide
This reading guide for The Egypt Game by Zilpha Keatley Snyder is a low prep novel study. The complete novel unit can be used for reading groups, book clubs, or with a whole group and includes chapter vocabulary, chapter questions, and many fun reading comprehension activities. If you happen to be studying Ancient Egypt at the same time you read The Egypt Game, even better!The resource guide includes a variety of activities that incorporate many critical thinking and language skills. For example
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5th - 7th
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A Mystery Adventure SHORT STORY Full Unit! Reading with Comprehension Questions
This short story unit is designed to ignite students' interest in reading and foster critical thinking skills! It includes a 5-page short story (split into 5 parts) + a modified version, pre-reading vocabulary exercises to do before each page of the story, and post-reading comprehension questions for in-depth analysis after each page of the reading.Click here instead to get this product as part of a BUNDLE of 5 short stories! STORY SUMMARY:"In 'Grandfather's Legacy,' three cousins, Jake, Austin,
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6th - 9th
The Dreamer, by Pam Munoz Ryan & Peter Sis: A PDF/ EASEL Book Guide
This ready-to-use PDF packet is designed to be used independently by students in grades 4-8 as they read The Dreamer, A Pure Belpre 2011 Award winner. Included are 26 student pages, an answer key, plus a bookmark for students to use as they keep track of vocabulary words while reading the book and completing the student pages. The student pages can be printed and used to create booklets or uploaded to Easel to use digitally, thus making it very flexible. The student pages include a Spanish-E
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5th - 8th
The Last Cuentista Novel Study Unit and Literature Guide
The Last Cuentista by Donna Barba Higuera is a high interest low prep novel study in the popular dystopian book genre. This literature guide has it all! Chapter by chapter questions, vocabulary, character charts, ongoing graphic organizers for various literary elements, and many unique activities that help students relate to the text more effectively. The science fiction book earned the 2022 Newbery Award and tackles themes like coming of age, independence, and the value of storytelling. Supplem
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6th - 8th
Also included in: Dystopian Novel Study Literature Bundle
Time Travel SHORT STORY Full Unit! Reading with Comprehension Questions
This short story unit is designed to ignite students' interest in reading and foster critical thinking skills! It includes a 5-page short story (split into 5 parts) + a modified version, pre-reading vocabulary exercises to do before each page of the story, and post-reading comprehension questions for in-depth analysis after each page of the reading.Click here instead to get this product as part of a BUNDLE of 5 short stories! STORY SUMMARY:Join teenagers Sarah and Ben on an adventure that transc
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6th - 9th
A Sports Fiction SHORT STORY Full Unit! Reading with Comprehension Questions
This short story unit is designed to ignite students' interest in reading and foster critical thinking skills! It includes a 5-page short story (split into 5 parts) + a modified version, pre-reading vocabulary exercises to do before each page of the story, and post-reading comprehension questions for in-depth analysis after each page of the reading.Click here instead to get this product as part of a BUNDLE of 5 short stories! STORY SUMMARY:"The Curveball" is a heartwarming story that follows the
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6th - 9th
Futuristic Adventure SHORT STORY Full Unit! Reading with Comprehension Questions
This short story unit is designed to ignite students' interest in reading and foster critical thinking skills! It includes a 5-page short story (split into 5 parts) + a modified version, pre-reading vocabulary exercises to do before each page of the story, and post-reading comprehension questions for in-depth analysis after each page of the reading.Click here instead to get this product as part of a BUNDLE of 5 short stories! STORY SUMMARY:“The Starship Trials” is a science fiction tale set in a
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6th - 9th
A Space Adventure SHORT STORY Full Unit! Reading with Comprehension Questions
This short story unit is designed to ignite students' interest in reading and foster critical thinking skills! It includes a 5-page short story (split into 5 parts) + a modified version, pre-reading vocabulary exercises to do before each page of the story, and post-reading comprehension questions for in-depth analysis after each page of the reading.Click here instead to get this product as part of a BUNDLE of 5 short stories! STORY SUMMARY:“Zero Gravity” is a story about Lily, a teenage girl wit
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6th - 9th
The Giver Novel Study Unit and Literature Guide
The Giver by Lois Lowry is a standards-based low prep novel study that engages your students in lots of critical thinking. It is a dystopian science fiction book and Newbery Award winner that tackles themes like independence, free choice, and individuality.There are chapter comprehension questions, vocabulary, and multiple graphic organizers to support text analysis as well as engaging literacy activities to enhance the novel study. Use the materials as a whole group, in reading groups, or with
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6th - 8th
Also included in: Dystopian Novel Study Literature Bundle
A Secret for Two by Reynolds short story unit with digital option
This short story resource for "A Secret for Two" by Quentin Reynolds is a low prep packet and includes a student PDF file with the student activity pages and a second PDF with all student pages, teacher notes, answer keys, student samples, and the link to a Google Drive digital file. There are several activities from which to choose in this "A Secret for Two" unit depending on your class needs. Not only are there reading comprehension and text analysis activities, there is a map design activity
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6th - 8th
Also included in: Middle Grades Short Story Unit Bundle with digital option
You Can't Take It with You by Eva-Lis Wuorio short story unit
This short story resource for "You Can't Take It with You" by Eva-Lis Wuorio is a low prep packet and includes a student PDF file with the student activity pages and a second PDF with all student pages, teacher notes, answer keys, student samples, and the link to a Google Drive digital file. There are several activities from which to choose in this "You Can't Take It with You" unit depending on your class needs. Not only are there reading comprehension and text analysis activities, there is a cr
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6th - 8th
Also included in: Middle Grades Short Story Unit Bundle with digital option
Where the Red Fern Grows Novel Study Unit and Literature Guide
This Where the Red Fern Grows resource by Wilson Rawls is a common core aligned low prep novel unit that explores multiple aspects of the classic story of a boy and his dogs. It is an autobiographical fiction novel that tackles themes like coming of age, loyalty, and a dog's love.There are many reading activity pages from which to choose in this resource. Product Includes:CCSS 6th gradeSample Pacing Chart to Organize and Plan Daily ActivitiesVocabularyReading Comprehension QuestionsCharacter Cha
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6th - 8th
Seedfolks Novel Study Unit and Literature Guide
This Seedfolks by Paul Fleischman resource is a low prep novel unit and includes a student PDF packet with the student activity pages and a second PDF with all student pages, teacher notes, answer keys, and student samples. There are many activities from which to choose in this Seedfolks novel study depending on your class needs. Not only are there reading comprehension activities, students think about how the point of view in each chapter affects the tone of the story, the different cultures th
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6th - 8th
Dystopian Novel Study Literature Bundle
These 4 standards-based guided reading novel studies are dystopian literature. The novel units for The Giver, The Last Cuentista, Among the Hidden, and The White Mountains would work well for book groups to compare features of the dystopian genre.All novel units include chapter vocabulary, reading comprehension questions, character charts, teach answer keys, notes, and student samples. IN ADDITION, each novel unit has activity pages unique to the specific novel (see lists below).PLEASE READ: Thi
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6th - 8th
Editable Vocabulary Bingo Activity
Editable Vocabulary Bingo Activity: Help build students' vocabulary with this editable bingo game! Great for test prep, SAT/ACT prep, centers, science, social studies, math, ELA, and any content area that uses vocabulary. You can easily apply this activity to different vocabulary lists used throughout the year!What's Included3 PDF printable bingo boards in a variety of colors, including black and white3 of the same boards in Google slides and an editable format so you or students can create your
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Not Grade Specific
Also included in: AVID ACT and SAT Vocabulary Activities Bundle
The Landlady by Dahl short story unit with digital option
This short story resource for "The Landlady" by Roald Dahl is a low prep packet and includes a student PDF file with the student activity pages and a second PDF with all student pages, teacher notes, answer keys, student samples, and the link to a Google Drive digital file. There are several activities from which to choose in this "Landlady" unit depending on your class needs. Not only are there reading comprehension and text analysis activities, there are two fun writing activities. Pick the as
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6th - 8th
Also included in: Middle Grades Short Story Unit Bundle with digital option
Sled Short Story by Thomas E. Adams short story unit with digital option
This short story resource for "Sled" by Thomas E. Adams is a low prep packet and includes a student PDF file with the student activity pages and a second PDF with all student pages, teacher notes, answer keys, student samples, and the link to a Google Drive digital file. There are several activities from which to choose in this "Sled" unit depending on your class needs. Not only are there reading comprehension and text analysis activities, there is a descriptive writing activity using sensory de
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6th - 8th
Also included in: Middle Grades Short Story Unit Bundle with digital option
7th Grade Sight Words and Phrases
This is an explicit targeted sight word and fluency phrase activity that is grade specific. It can be used at any grade for intervention or enrchment. There is also a customizable template to create your own sight word practice books. These books are not the common Fry words but a mix of grade specific academic words with some Fry Sight Words. As soon as I complete the slideshow for presentation purposes I will upload a convenient upgrade at no cost. Easy to print fold and staple. Print 2 sided
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Not Grade Specific
Also included in: MIddle School Sight Words and Phrases Bundle
Two Thanksgiving Day Gentlemen Reading Packet
This packet includes pre-reading, during reading, and post reading questions and vocabulary for Two Thanksgiving Day Gentlemen by O. Henry.
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8th - 10th
Science Vocabulary: Ductility and Malleability
In this text, students will explore four real-life examples of ductility and malleability. Each page has high-interest photographs, bold vocabulary words, and comprehension questions. This text can be used independently or with a small group. Increase descriptive language in your classroom by modeling these examples with manipulatives while reading.
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3rd - 10th
The WordSmith Common Core Literacy Units for Grades 6-8 (13)
This is the thirteenth of seventeen stand-alone ELA literacy units built around the highly acclaimed ‘Paka Mdogo – Little Cat’ (the first in a series of three animal adventure stories).
Each unit is based on a single chapter from the book, and includes the text itself…so over the course of a semester students will be able to enjoy the whole story as a piece of fiction ‘with excellent literary credentials’ (Library Thing review) – appropriate to Grades 6 to 8 but offering engagement, suspense,
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6th - 8th
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