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2nd grade character education literature circles
The legend of rock paper scissors book companion, story mapping & games
Story mappingStory elements worksheet All about the book - title, author, illustrator, characters, settingDraw and describe the main charactersAll about the main characters worksheetsDraw a picture of each character in the story worksheetSetting worksheetBook reportGenre posterComprehension quizVocabulary words and definition cardsvocabulary quizThe retelling handRetelling cardsRetelling posterSequencing cardsCause and effect posters and worksheetsProblem and solution poster and worksheetsThe ma
Grades:
K - 4th
Those Shoes Differentiated Writing Activity | Wants and Needs
"Those Shoes" by Maribeth Boelts is a touching story of kindness and teaches the difference between wants and needs. This differentiated writing activity was created to compliment the book “Those Shoes” by Maribeth Boelts and is a great companion activity to any kindness unit. The writing prompt comes with three versions of differentiation to reach all ability levels, ranging from writing a short paragraph to choosing error-free picture choices. This resource includes:Shoe Flap Page – to color,
Grades:
K - 3rd
Growth Mindset - The Dot: Activity Packet
This activity packet can be used for guidance lessons, small group, read aloud activities, literature circles, sub work and more! Growth Mindset is a positive way of thinking. When someone laments, “Well, I’m just bad at Math!” or “I am terrible at cartwheels!”, the growth mindset approach would be to help the person look at their "temporary" short comings a different way. A growth mindset lets a person figure out the next step in his/her journey towards success and helps the learner take owners
Grades:
2nd - 4th
Thank you, Mr. Falker: A Comprehension Scoot
“Thank you, Mr. Falker” by Patricia Polacco is the perfect story for teacher appreciation week, the end of the school year, struggling readers, or a lesson on bullying.
This activity can be used in small group instruction, as a literacy center, as a walk around, or as a scoot activity.
This product includes a comprehension activity with 30 multiple choice question cards, student answer recording sheet, and an answer key
If you like this activity, you may also be interested in other book stu
Grades:
2nd - 4th
IB Learner Profile Activities For Any Fiction Book Includes ALL Learner Profiles
You will find these IB learner profile activities helpful all year round to teach all the learner profile attributes.Use any fiction book related to the learner profile trait you are focused on. Each pack also included 20 picture book recommendations.The learner profile activities bundle includesTen packs, one for each of the attributes:InquirersKnowledgeableThinkersCommunicatorsPrincipledOpen-mindedCaringRisk-takersBalancedReflective Check out the preview for examples of the activities.MORE DET
Grades:
1st - 4th
Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad Readers Theater Script
Your students will love learning all about Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad with this Reader's Theater Script. The script features speaking parts for 3 narrators and each letter of the alphabet. This script will enrich your shared reading or guided reading group time by providing informational text, vocabulary, and varied skill levels to introduce slavery in kid-friendly terms. The following items are included in this product:• Teacher Instructions• Common Core Standards for Grades 1-
Grades:
1st - 2nd
Mistakes - A Growth Mindset lesson using Beautiful Oops by Barney Saltzberg
This growth mindset lesson is all about making mistakes as a part of the learning process. This lesson requires you to buy or have the book "Beautiful Oops" by Barney Saltzberg. This is a wonderful little board book where an artist turns many common "mistakes" into fun little drawings.
This is a growth mindset lesson I use with my once weekly growth mindset classes from Kindergarten all the way through 5th grade. The students really love the pictures in this book and the message that mistakes a
Grades:
K - 4th
First Week of School Book Companion BUNDLE - Activities for Back to School
These book activities are perfect for the first week of school! There are 8 resources included with book companions for 11 different books. The crafts your students create will make the perfect back to school bulletin board! The books these activities are based on will teach growth mindset, acceptance of others, celebrating names, friendship, and more!What's Included:1. All Are Welcome Book Companion & Social Emotional Learning LessonThis book promotes inclusivity in the classroom. Use this
Grades:
1st - 2nd
The Smallest Girl in the Smallest Grade by Justin Roberts 18 Activities NO PREP
Justin Roberts have made a book out of one of his beloved children's songs! You can find the song (same name as the book) on iTunes and play it for your class - they will love it!From Amazon: Hardly anyone noticed young Sally McCabe.She was the smallest girl in the smallest grade.But Sally notices everything—from the twenty-seven keys on the janitor’s ring to the bullying happening on the playground. One day, Sally has had enough and decides to make herself heard. And when she takes a chance and
Grades:
K - 3rd
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Also included in: Third Grade Story Time 10 Book Bundle
Miss Rumphius Complete Literature Study
This Miss Rumphius Complete Literature Study was created to accompany the book Miss Rumphius by Barbara Cooney. The activities are designed to encourage students to read closely and think critically about the text. This delightful picture book is a great way to introduce students to philosophical thinking! Ideal for whole class teaching or small group instruction, this resource is packed full of engaging activities! Click here to check out the FREE complementary 10 question Miss Rumphius Comp
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Grades:
1st - 3rd
Gender Equality Activities
Gender Equality unit for Kindergarten to Grade 3. This resource features 10 lessons that focus on friendship, acceptance, challenging gender stereotypes, positive self-image, and understanding. This unit offers an extensive book list that will help teachers to gather a wide range of quality books that help to challenge gender stereotypes. This would be an excellent option to replacing an author study with a "thematic book study". It is perfect for addressing health and social studies curriculums
Grades:
K - 3rd
Also included in: Grade 2 Mega Bundle
Gibberish: Read Aloud Lesson and Activities
Back to School is such a hectic time, so these read aloud lessons are all done for you! Picture books are a great way to teach important social skills. And the book, Gibberish, is perfect for teaching students to include others!>> GET MORE WITH THE SEL BUNDLE! <<This interactive read aloud lesson plan for Gibberish is ready for you to simply print and teach!Book Title: Gibberish by Young VoSocial Skill: Including Others_______________________________________________________________
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Grades:
1st - 3rd
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Also included in: Back to School Read Alouds: Bundle 2
This is a School: Read Aloud Lesson and Activities
Back to School is such a hectic time, so these read aloud lessons are all done for you! Picture books are a great way to teach important social skills. And the book, This is a School, is perfect for building a classroom community!>> GET MORE WITH THE SEL BUNDLE! <<This interactive read aloud lesson plan for This is a School is ready for you to simply print and teach!Book Title: This is a School by John SchuSocial Skill: School Community______________________________________________
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Grades:
1st - 3rd
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Also included in: Back to School Read Alouds: Bundle 2
Giraffes Can't Dance by Giles Andreae 17 Book Extension Activities NO PREP
Charming story about mindset and confidence!
From Amazon:
Giraffes Can't Dance is a touching tale of Gerald the giraffe, who wants nothing more than to dance. With crooked knees and thin legs, it's harder for a giraffe than you would think. Gerald is finally able to dance to his own tune when he gets some encouraging words from an unlikely friend.
With light-footed rhymes and high-stepping illustrations, this tale is gentle inspiration for every child with dreams of greatness.
I have created
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Grades:
K - 3rd
Spaghetti in a Hot Dog Bun Book Companion Back to School Read Aloud KINDNESS
Spaghetti in a Hot Dog Bun : The Courage To Be Who You Are / Kindness Awareness Read Aloud Book Study Companion Comprehension Packet with activities including quiz, sequencing, vocabulary, writing, and more, based on the book by Maria Dismondy (book not included). This 48-page packet provides a variety of levels to reach each individual student. Please see preview pages and descriptions below : 48 Pages Total Include:1. Table of Contents2. 10 Comprehension short-answer questions 3. continued4
Grades:
2nd - 3rd
Fairness: Being a Fair Friend-Character Education
Help kids understand what Fairness and being a Fair Friend looks like.
Character Education in the classroom is becoming more and more important. This is a great introduction and/or reminder of what it takes to be fair and to be a good friend.
7 pages of activities including fairness rules and situations, draw or write activities, cut and paste activities, and writing I can statements. Also includes writing pages for assessment.
If you like these Fair Friend worksheets, check ou
Grades:
K - 2nd
Star of the Week (Boho Rainbow THEME) Editable/Non-Editable
Star of the Week is a great way to build classroom community, self-esteem, and incorporate Common Core speaking and listening standards. This pack is a perfect "Star of the Week" idea.The download includes:- a certificate (4 different options to choose from)(Name, Date & Teacher Name are EDITABLE on the certificate)- a badge (4 Different options to choose from)(Name is EDITABLE on the badge) LARGE SIZE and SMALL SIZE AVAILABLE- an explanation of star of the week activities for Monday-Friday(
Grades:
PreK - 6th
Also included in: Growing Bundle - Boho Rainbow 2020-2021
September 11th (9-11) Fireboat Book Study and Literature Circle Activities
This is a book study for an inspiring true story of the John J. Harvey was a retired New York City fireboat reinstated on September 11, 2001. Originally launched in 1931, the Harvey was the most powerful fireboat of her time. After the September 11 attacks, with fire hydrants at Ground Zero inoperable and the Hudson River's water supply critical to fighting the blaze, the fire department called on the Harvey for help. There were adjustments like forcing water into hoses by jamming soda bottles a
Grades:
1st - 5th
Somebody Loves You, Mr. Hatch Unit: Comprehension, Vocab, and Much More!
Looking for some fun activites to accompany "Somebody Loves You, Mr. Hatch" by Eileen Spinelli? This book study is for you! Included in this book study:
1. Vocabulary page where students must use context clues to define vocabulary words.
2. Comprehension questions that address the standard of answering who, what, when, where, why, and how questions.
3. An application page where students are asked to apply parts of the story to their own life.
4. A cut and paste sequencing page where students seq
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Grades:
2nd - 4th
Enemy Pie Book Companion
Enemy Pie is such a great story about friendship to read to your class. This packet has so many activities to go along with the story. Included are the following:
Comprehension questions
Graphing
Making words
Story retelling
Scrambled story (put sentences from the story in order)
Making connections
Pre-reading
Bonus boomerang activity
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Grades:
1st - 3rd
Also included in: Back to School Book Studies Bundle
Flight School Book Companion - Perseverance Activities - Growth Mindset
Flight School is a great book to share with your students to talk about perseverance. It is the story of a persistent penguin who has the soul of an eagle and is determined to fly. This book companion is jam-packed with resources that provide opportunities for your students in grades 2-4 to think critically and creatively, analyze the author's craft, and make connections to self and the real world. This Flight School Book Companion aims to help students develop advanced readers' skills in analyz
Grades:
2nd - 4th
Judy Moody Declares Independence Literature Study
Activities included in this 47-page literature study of Judy Moody Saves the World:
chapter title connections
chapter reflections
vocabulary
character study
cause & effect
text evidence
author's message
summarizing
sequence of events
non-fiction text
Character Education (Responsibility & Fairness)
. . . and more!
Check out these other Judy Moody Literature Studies!
Judy Moody was in a Mood
Judy Moody Saves the World
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2nd - 4th
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I am Human by Susan Verde Interactive Read Aloud
Help your students learn about the importance of empathy and understanding their feelings. Questions can be printed on sticky notes that can be placed on the corresponding page of the book for easy questioning. Postable vocabulary words and post activity are also included!
Grades:
K - 6th
Distance Learning Read Aloud and SEL Activity: Ruby Finds A Worry
Ruby Finds a Worry is a perfect book to help your students identify and cope with their feelings, especially during these times of Distance Learning. This product includes:- Emoji Emotion Cards- Easy reader Titled "It's Okay to Worry"- 2 Comprehension Activities that coincide with Ruby Finds A Worry- Social Emotional Learning Activity- Make a list of people you can talk to*I suggest choosing a few "Emoji Cards" to act our and/or discuss prior to reading Ruby Finds a Worry (You can find this book
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Grades:
K - 2nd
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