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Preview of Figurative Language Stories ~ Close Reading for Common Core Grades 4-8

Figurative Language Stories ~ Close Reading for Common Core Grades 4-8

Created by
Lovin Lit
6 original reading passages for teaching and reviewing figurative language: simile, metaphor, hyperbole, personification, alliteration, onomatopoeia, idiom, and allusion.These activities are perfect for weekly homework, daily/bell work, classwork, review, test prep, or assessment.Each of the 6 passages includes 4 activities. Please view the preview file for the first passage and tasks in their entirety.Task A: Identify Figurative Language - Read the story and annotate (highlight or underline and
Preview of Theme Task Cards with Print & Digital Versions Activity Reading Differentiation

Theme Task Cards with Print & Digital Versions Activity Reading Differentiation

Created by
Rachel Lynette
Theme is a tricky skill to master, but this resource can make teaching theme easier for you and learning it easier for your students!PLUS FREE BONUS! Write to a theme! WHAT’S INCLUDED:✍️ PRINT:16 Task Cards (prints 4 to a page)Black-lineColorRecording Sheets (3 different formats)Answer KeysDIGITAL:Google Slides (3 versions)Google Forms Assessment - Self-CheckingEasel Assessment - Self-CheckingDIFFERENTIATION OPTIONS:Digital or PrintChallenge Cards to extend the lessonReference PosterAudio Suppor
Preview of Growth Mindset ESCAPE ROOM Activity - Reading Comprehension - Back to School

Growth Mindset ESCAPE ROOM Activity - Reading Comprehension - Back to School

Created by
Think Tank
The Growth Mindset Escape Room will take students on a secret mission around the classroom, reading comprehension passages, and answering questions! This escape room has students decode interesting facts about Albert Einstein, Thomas Edison, George Lucas, and Walt Disney.Perfect Back to School or first day activity to promote a positive mindset, talk about failures, determination and success, and start the year off on a good note.The Growth Mindset Escape Room is a great reading comprehension ac
Preview of Project Based Learning: Geometrocity! A Math PBL

Project Based Learning: Geometrocity! A Math PBL

Project Based Learning: GEOMETROCITY! Build a City Made of Math with Geometry.Imagine, Design, and Build a City with this 2D and 3D Adventure!-Project Based Learning-Real World Application-Geometry, Maps, & More -Extension Activities -Differentiated Levels***THIS RESOURCE IS NOW DIGITAL!***There is a link to a Google Slides Version. Details below. *This resource can be used for distance learning and e-learning.*Geometrocity is a project based learning activity where students will take their
Preview of Classroom Library Alphabetical Book Spine Labels for Class Library Organization

Classroom Library Alphabetical Book Spine Labels for Class Library Organization

Looking for classroom library labels to organize your library? These book spine labels are the perfect way to keep your classroom library in alphabetical order, just like books are organized in bookstores and libraries! This product includes six different options to help keep your library organized! You need access to PowerPoint to use this product!OPTION 1: BLANK Classroom Library Book Spine Labels (These are the original book spine labels!)This option allows you to label your classroom library
Preview of Math Logic Puzzles | Early Finishers Activities Enrichment Digital Resources

Math Logic Puzzles | Early Finishers Activities Enrichment Digital Resources

Created by
Kristine Nannini
In the hustle and bustle of a new school year, enrichment activities are just one more thing on your plate. These Back to School Math Logic Puzzles are ready-to-go brain teasers just perfect for use as early finisher activities, enrichment activities, or morning work. Designed to give students the opportunity to solve real-world, first-week teacher problems, these logic games push students to practice both their reasoning and key math skills. Students will be so engaged as they solve missing bus
Preview of The Outsiders Body Biography, Characterization, Character Analysis

The Outsiders Body Biography, Characterization, Character Analysis

Created by
Danielle Knight
The Outsiders Body Biography Bundle is filled with all you need to teach and promote the amazing characters from the timeless and relevant novel. Your students will find plenty of opportunity for creativity. For the first time you'll experience the unique approach of using a collaborative poster, The Outsiders, textual evidence, research, and the body biography project! ****Now it includes the digital learning version. ****This project can be used any time of the year. The project bundle include
Preview of Book Report Projects for Any Book Student Instructions Rubrics & Digital Options

Book Report Projects for Any Book Student Instructions Rubrics & Digital Options

Created by
Rachel Lynette
Try these 15 creative book projects to spice up your reading program. These book project worksheets include everything you need for a comprehensive reading unit!WHAT’S INCLUDED:✍️ PRINT:15 Creative Book ProjectsDIGITAL:Google Slides (no outside materials needed!)Video InstructionsDIFFERENTIATION OPTIONS:Digital or PrintVideo Instructions Self-Checking or Short AnswerMultiple versions of the recording sheet includedGreat for 3rd, 4th, 5th, or 6th grade! CHECK OUT THE PREVIEW TO SEE A LOT MORE! Th
Preview of Hatchet Novel Study { Print & Digital }

Hatchet Novel Study { Print & Digital }

Created by
TheBookUmbrella
This is a novel study for Hatchet by Gary Paulsen. Includes printable and digital versions. 48 pages of student work, plus an answer key! This novel study divides Hatchet into six sections for study. The chapters are grouped as follows: Chapter 1-3, 4-6, 7-9, 10-12, 13-15, 16-Epilogue. Includes the following:• Hatchet novel study title page for students• Dictionary Look-up sheets (6 total)• Vocabulary Study sheets (6 total)• Understanding the Story comprehension worksheets (6 total)• Chapter Sum
Preview of Reading Log Alternative: "Tower of Books" {An Independent Reading Challenge}

Reading Log Alternative: "Tower of Books" {An Independent Reading Challenge}

Replace that hum-drum reading log and Infuse new life into students’ independent reading, at school or at home, with the “Tower of Books” Challenge! Perfect for a summer reading challenge or an alternative to the stuck-in-a-rut reading log assignment. Printable and digital versions included!The challenge is built on two core ideas: to encourage students to read some different genres of books and authors they may not try otherwise, and to give them a fresh and motivating way to keep track of thei
Preview of Holes Novel Study { Print & Digital }

Holes Novel Study { Print & Digital }

Created by
TheBookUmbrella
This is a novel study for Holes by Louis Sachar. Includes printable and digital versions. 48 pages of student work, plus an answer key! This novel study divides Holes into six sections for study. The chapters are grouped as follows: Chapter 1-8, 9-16, 17-24, 25-32, 33-40, 41-50. Includes the following:• Holes novel study title page for students• Dictionary Look-up sheets (6 total)• Vocabulary Study sheets (6 total)• Understanding the Story comprehension worksheets (6 total)• Chapter Summary work
Preview of End of the Year Activities Logic Puzzles | Last Day Early Finishers Enrichment

End of the Year Activities Logic Puzzles | Last Day Early Finishers Enrichment

Created by
Kristine Nannini
End of year and summer break is approaching—sometimes students are a little more distracted, and sometimes you find a few spare minutes between end of the year festivities. Grab students’ attention with End of the Year Math Logic Puzzles - ready-to-go brain teasers that are just perfect for use as early finisher activities, enrichment activities, or morning work. Designed to give students the opportunity to solve real-life problems that might pop up at the end of the year, these logic games push
Preview of Body Biography, Characterization, Any Novel, Short Story, Film, Analysis

Body Biography, Characterization, Any Novel, Short Story, Film, Analysis

Created by
Danielle Knight
The Body Biography, Characterization, Bundle for any novel, short story, play, or film is filled with all you need to teach and promote the amazing characters your students experience in their reading. Your students will experience the unique approach of using a collaborative poster, a character study, textual evidence, research, and the body biography project! This blank template bundle includes 3 characters sketches for an adult female, adult male, and a child. Give your students a relevant an
Preview of Interactive Character Analysis Posters-100 Character Traits With Organizers

Interactive Character Analysis Posters-100 Character Traits With Organizers

Created by
Joanne Miller
100 character trait posters, matching organizers, and editable character trait poster. Want your students to be m ore interactive with text? This resource is guaranteed to promote character analysis in your classroom! This resource will build new vocabulary and expose your students to higher level character traits.Character traits are introduced/discussed during read alouds, mentor texts, weekly stories, etc. As characters display the trait, the traits are recorded on the post-its with evidence
Preview of Book Activities BUNDLE | Reading Response Fiction Nonfiction | Print & Digital

Book Activities BUNDLE | Reading Response Fiction Nonfiction | Print & Digital

Book Activities are a fun and engaging way for students to respond to reading and demonstrate comprehension. Book activities encourage students to think outside the box about the different texts they read. Are you ready to take reading responses to the next level?! This resource is a BUNDLE of Book Activities to use with Fiction and Non-Fiction Texts. Printable and Digital options are available. Digital options can be used with Google Slides. There are 20+ activities that can be used with fictio
Preview of Bridge to Terabithia Novel Study { Print & Digital }

Bridge to Terabithia Novel Study { Print & Digital }

Created by
TheBookUmbrella
This is a novel study for Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Paterson. Includes printable and digital versions. 48 pages of student work, plus an answer key! This novel study divides Bridge to Terabithia into six sections for study. The chapters are grouped as follows: Chapter 1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8, 9-10, 11-13.Includes the following:• Bridge to Terabithia novel study title page for students• Dictionary Look-up sheets (6 total)• Vocabulary Study sheets (6 total)• Understanding the Story comprehensio
Preview of Theme Boards-Book Theme Posters, Organizers & Anchor Charts | Distance Learning

Theme Boards-Book Theme Posters, Organizers & Anchor Charts | Distance Learning

Created by
Joanne Miller
Theme is an important skill that most standards cover, whether you follow the common core standards or state standards. These posters will make a great addition to your classroom décor as well as function as a useful tool for you and your students to refer to often. All of these posters can be used with any story and used every week as they are easy to incorporate into any lesson. Since some stories have multiple themes, these posters allow students to argue their opinions.Several organizers are
Preview of Math Logic Puzzles: 5th grade Enrichment - [Digital & Printable PDF]

Math Logic Puzzles: 5th grade Enrichment - [Digital & Printable PDF]

Created by
Christy Howe
Math Logic Puzzles for 5th grade includes 15 higher-order thinking puzzles designed to challenge and engage your high flyers and fast finishers. Your students will utilize critical thinking and problem-solving skills to build a solid understanding of essential 5th-grade math concepts. These puzzles are available as a printable PDF and a paperless version made with Google Slides™ for virtual learning.Every activity is directly aligned with the Common Core State Standards for Math.Math Concepts a
Preview of Of Mice and Men Unit Plan, OMM Bundle of Lessons, John Steinbeck, CCSS

Of Mice and Men Unit Plan, OMM Bundle of Lessons, John Steinbeck, CCSS

Created by
Laura Randazzo
Enjoy this bundle of thoughtful materials designed to take your students through four weeks of lessons covering John Steinbeck’s classic novel, Of Mice and Men. Everything you’ll need is here – just add a class set of novels and you’re good to go.This Of Mice and Men bundle includes:• A day-by-day calendar to follow with helpful details and nightly homework assignments (read this file first when you open the bundle) • An extended metaphor activity that helps familiarize students with John Steinb
Preview of 15 Working Memory Brain Games: Improve executive function in 5 minutes a day!

15 Working Memory Brain Games: Improve executive function in 5 minutes a day!

Created by
Angela Watson
WORKING MEMORY BEST SELLER--UPDATED FOR 2024! These 15 research-based brain games are designed to improve kids' working memory in five minutes of partner game play daily for just 9 weeks! If you've ever complained that students lack the following skills, an executive function of the brain called working memory might be the issue!-staying focused and on-task-following complex and multi-step directions-copying information and taking notes-keeping their place in a text-retelling stories-explaining
Preview of Esperanza Rising Novel Study { Print & Digital }

Esperanza Rising Novel Study { Print & Digital }

Created by
TheBookUmbrella
This is a novel study for Esperanza Rising by Pam Munoz Ryan. Includes printable and digital versions. 52 pages of student work, plus an answer key! This novel study divides Esperanza Rising into seven sections for study. The chapters are grouped as follows: Chapter 1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14.Includes the following:• Esperanza Rising novel study title page for students• Dictionary Look-up sheets (7 total)• Vocabulary Study sheets (7 total)• Understanding the Story comprehension works
Preview of Character Traits & Analysis Graphic Organizers Character Map & Development

Character Traits & Analysis Graphic Organizers Character Map & Development

Created by
Kelly Benefield
Get ready for an amazing reading resource tailor-made for your 3rd, 4th or 5th-grade students: "Character Traits and Analysis Graphic Organizers"! These awesome graphic organizers are designed with captivating layouts to grab your students' attention and take their understanding of characters in literature to the next level.This reading resource will help your students delve deep into the story's characters. Your readers will visually organize important traits and relationships, while also keepi
Preview of Shark Tank Interactive Invention & Innovation Project! (DIGITAL and PRINT)

Shark Tank Interactive Invention & Innovation Project! (DIGITAL and PRINT)

Created by
Miss Papeck
**UPDATED With New Link! (4-1-22)**Now includes DIGITAL student worksheets for remote learning. You will need to have a Google account in order to access and edit the Google Slides.**UPDATED (3-23-19)** Now includes:-Student Checklist -Updated Shark Tank Successes-Pictures of completed student products/presentations!-Speech guidelines-Optional Extension Feedback Activity (with pictures!) -Shark Tank Judges Questions Sheet -Questions/Worksheet for students to fill out during their peers' presenta
Preview of One Pager Templates - 40 Print and Digital One Pager Templates

One Pager Templates - 40 Print and Digital One Pager Templates

One-Pagers are the perfect way to combine higher-level thinking and creativity into your classroom, and with these 40 different templates, you will never hear "I don't know where to start!" again. Your students can show their mastery and understanding of ANY subject in new and innovative ways.You can use these Print and Digital One Pager templates with ANY subject you are teaching. Perfect for literature, math, science, social studies, vocabulary, grammar, and more!This resource includes:20 no-
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