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Elementary english language arts literature circles for Easel Assessments under $5
"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
The Trojan Horse - A Greek Myth - CLUES-in-CONTEXT Rebus - SimpleLitRebus
Guided reading! Sequencing Practice! Context Clues! A REBUS that is the Greek myth of “The Trojan Horse.” It's included as both a rebus and a short story. This CLUES-in-CONTEXT rebus tells the story of the Trojan horse, but students can’t complete reading the rebus until they place eight words found below word pictures into the rebus correctly. This exercise can be done on paper, on an iPad, or in a web-based classroom!Here is what is included in this download:Rebus (fill-in-the blank and the fu
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2nd - 3rd
Chains Novel Test ( Laurie Halse Anderson) - Digital Plus Print
Chains, by Laurie Halse Anderson, tells the story of 13-year old Isabel. As the Revolutionary War begins, Isabel is fighting a battle for her own freedom and that of her sister Ruth. After being sold to the cruel Lockton family, and then being approached to spy for the Patriots, Isabel must decide what freedom really is, and what kind of freedom is worth fighting for. To check reading before a class discussion or composition, use this 20-question multiple choice test that covers the whole book.
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5th - 8th
Also included in: Chains Bundle - Test, Mid-point Quiz, Vocabulary List & Quiz, Enrichment
James Watt and His Steam Engine - CLUES-in-CONTEXT rebus - SimpleLitRebus
Sequencing Practice! Context Clues! A REBUS that is an INFORMATIONAL TEXT! Students will read about inventor James Watt and his invention -- improving the steam engine! Also choose from three differentiated TESTS, four writing sheets, and four activities!This CLUES-in-CONTEXT rebus tells about James Watt and that his improved steam engine changed the world, helping start the Industrial Revolution. But students can’t complete reading the rebus until they place eight words found below word picture
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2nd - 3rd
Also included in: Inventors Rebus Bundle - CLUES-in-CONTEXT Rebuses - SimpleLitRebus
The Watsons Go to Birmingham -1963 Figurative Language Quizzes
Dear Educators,This product contains quizzes with eighty-three figurative language quotes from The Watsons Go to Birmingham─1963 by Christopher Paul Curtis. It is a differentiated product written for traditional and inclusion classrooms. This Product Includes:77 PagesTeacher’s notesStudy guide Cut out study guide/gameOne practice quiz with 20 questions5 Quizzes with figurative language quoted from the novel5 Modified quizzes with figurative language quoted from the novelPage and paragraph number
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5th - 7th
Quarterback Comeback Jake Maddox novel Test w/Key, Vocabulary Added
12-question multiple choice quiz w/key -Carlos is a good quarterback for his Wildcats team, but he is a "ball hog" and wants to make of the most points himself. When his team plays a tough rival, the Huskies, Carlos has to learn the value of teamwork.A vocabulary lesson with practice writing complete sentences has been added to this product using words from the novel.Jake Maddox has written a series of short, high interest novels based on sports stories. Their vocabulary level is appropriate fo
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4th - 7th
Simon B Rhymin EASEL Self-checking Chapter Quizzes| Check Students Understanding
This DIGITAL novel study WILL include Easel activities and assessments for the book, Simon B. Rhymin' by Dwayne Reed. I will be adding to the resource to include chapter assessments for EASEL and other digital activities. The price will increase once all assessments and activities are added.This novel study will focus on how the character goes through the 5 Steps of Making an Impact.This novel study is designed for 3 weeks with a total of 15 assignments.✔ 13 Self Checking Chapter Assessments -
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4th - 6th
Thomas L. Jennings & Stain Removal - CLUES-in-CONTEXT Rebus - SimpleLitRebus
Learn about the first African-American inventor to receive a U.S. government patent! This rebus is an INFORMATIONAL TEXT about Thomas L. Jenning and his invention. Get a one-page, fill-in-the-blank rebus, differentiated tests, a crossword puzzle, a word search, and a writing prompt. This curriculum helps students find clues in context of the reading passage so students can complete the rebus. As they do so, they practice sequencing, too! Here is what is included in this download:Informational te
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2nd - 3rd
Also included in: Inventors Rebus Bundle - CLUES-in-CONTEXT Rebuses - SimpleLitRebus
Thomas Edison and His Light Bulb, a CLUES-in-CONTEXT Rebus - SimpleLitRebus
Sequencing Practice! Context Clues! A REBUS that is an INFORMATIONAL TEXT! Students will read about inventor Thomas Alva Edison and his invention -- improving the light bulb! Also choose from three differentiated TESTS, four writing sheets, and four activities! This CLUES-in-CONTEXT rebus tells what Thomas Edison did to improve the light bulb. But students can’t complete reading the rebus until they place eight words found below word pictures into the rebus correctly. This exercise can be done o
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2nd - 3rd
Also included in: Inventors Rebus Bundle - CLUES-in-CONTEXT Rebuses - SimpleLitRebus
Speed Receiver Jake Maddox Novel Test w/Key and Vocabulary
12-question multiple choice quiz w/key -Andrew envies his brother's success as a football wide receiver and decides to improve his running speed. But can he add more practices and keep up his other responsibilities? Jake Maddox has written a series of high-interest short novels that are great for readers in grades 3-5, and they also have high interest for reluctant or emerging readers in grades 6-8. This 12-question multiple-choice quiz test is mainly based on comprehension and can be used a
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3rd - 7th
BMX Challenge Jake Maddox Novel Test w/Key and Vocabulary
12-question multiple-choice quiz --Jason makes fun of some BMX riders for their "baby bikes", and then gets dared to race against them himself. Jason soon finds out that BMX racing is challenging and difficult -- but also fun. When he takes on a "double-dare" to race in a major competition, he finds out that real sportsmanship means more than silly dares. A vocabulary lesson with practice writing complete sentences has been added to this product using words from the novel.Jake Maddox has wri
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4th - 7th
Gymnastics Jitters Jake Maddox Novel Test w/Key and Vocabulary
12- question multiple choice quiz w/key-Dana loves practicing with her gymnastics team and competing. But she worries about what will happen when they face a team with a "mean" reputation in a big gymnastics meet. Can her team still win by keeping it clean?A vocabulary lesson with practice writing complete sentences has been added to this product using words from the novel.Jake Maddox has written a series of high-interest short novels that are good for grades 4-5, but their high interest level
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4th - 7th
Linebacker Block Jake Maddox Novel Test w/Key and Vocabulary
12-question multiple choice quiz w/key -8th grade football player Logan has moved to a new school and is now playing on a new team. When he must play a game against his best friends from his old team, Logan begins to understand what competition and sportsmanship really means.A vocabulary lesson with practice writing complete sentences has been added to this product using words from the novel.Jake Maddox has written a series of short, high interest novels based on sports stories. Their vocabul
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4th - 8th
Epic Fail of Arturo Zamora -- Novel Quiz or Test Digital Plus Print
This 20-question quiz is in Word Document (plus key), and also as an Easel digital test. It checks for reading completion and includes questions on plot development, character development, and basic themes. Answer key is included.This charming novel tells the story of Arturo, whose Cuban-born family owns a neighborhood restaurant in Miami full of wonderful food, laughter, and love. When a coldhearted developer threatens to take over the land lease and tear down the restaurant to build a huge
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5th - 8th
Also included in: Epic Fail of Arturo Zamora Bundle - Test plus Study Questions
The Montgolfier Brothers: Balloon Flight CLUES-in-CONTEXT Rebus - SimpleLitRebus
Sequencing Practice! Context Clues! A REBUS that is an INFORMATIONAL TEXT about the first balloon flight! Also get discussion questions, a crossword puzzle, a word search, writing prompt, and three differentiated TESTS! This CLUES-in-CONTEXT rebus is about the Montgolfier brothers who invented balloon flight. But students can’t complete reading the rebus until they place eight words found below the word pictures into the rebus correctly. This exercise can be done on paper or in a web-based class
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2nd - 3rd
Also included in: Inventors Rebus Bundle - CLUES-in-CONTEXT Rebuses - SimpleLitRebus
Stage Two Reading Comprehension Strategies Assessment - Goal Setting - Feedback
This is the entry point into my developing MEGA bundle on reading comprehension in Stage Two. This resource is designed, not to give a score or reading level, but to really "hone-in" on the reading strategies students need to progress in their reading comprehension skills. It was born out of observing that students need to move beyond just being asked literal and inferential comprehension questions. This assessment is a 10-15 minute quiz, whereby students are asked a series of questions, targeti
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2nd - 5th
Closer to Nowhere Independent Reader Check for EASEL
There are 25 multiple choice questions about the 2022-23 Truman Award Nominee book "Closer to Nowhere" by Ellen Hopkins. The EASEL program will grade the questions for you! The questions can be used for independent reading checks, reading incentive programs, reading stations, extra credit, and more!
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5th - 8th
Also included in: 2022-23 Truman Reader Award EASEL Assessments Bundle
Volleyball Dreams Jake Maddox Novel Test w/Key, Vocabulary Added
12-question multiple choice quiz w/key-Ramona plays beach volleyball in her local park and has dreams of playing for the Olympics one day. However, she is so intense that she makes it hard for her fun-loving teammates. When their town announces plans to close the park to build a plastics factory, Ramona must forge new relationships with her teammates to save their park. A vocabulary lesson with practice writing complete sentences has been added to this product using words from the novel.Jake M
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4th - 7th
Off the Bench: Jake Maddox Novel Test w/Key and Vocabulary
12-question multiple choice quiz w/key-Daniel is upset because he isn't starting for his junior high team. When the star player goes out of town and misses a game, Daniel sees his chance -- but is he good enough? A vocabulary lesson with practice writing complete sentences has been added to this product using words from the novel.Jake Maddox has written a series of high-interest short novels. They are great for grades 3-5. However, their high interest level, sports themes, and the age of their
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4th - 7th
Soccer Surprise Jake Maddox Novel Test w/Key & Vocabulary List
12-question multiple choice quiz w/key -Alex makes a bad mistake in her first game for her new team, accidentally scoring a goal for the other team. Her teammates' reaction, and the decisions Alex makes after that, make for a suspenseful and thought-provoking story. A vocabulary lesson with practice writing complete sentences has been added to this product using words from the novel.Jake Maddox has written a series of high-interest short novels. They are great for grades 4-5. However, because
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4th - 7th
Hockey Meltdown Jake Maddox Novel Test w/Key, Vocabulary
12-question multiple choice quiz w/key -Dylan is frustrated when he breaks his wrist before hockey season. When his cast comes off, he tells his coach his arm is better -- but is he really healed enough to play? And if he can't play, how can he support the team?A vocabulary lesson with practice writing complete sentences has been added to this product using words from the novel.Jake Maddox has written a series of short, high interest novels based on sports stories. Their vocabulary level is app
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4th - 7th
Albert Einstein and His Theories - Clues-in-Context Rebus - SimpleLitRebus
This rebus is an INFORMATIONAL TEXT! Also get differentiated TESTS, writing PROMPTs, and ACTIVITIES related to scientist Albert Einstein and three of his theories! This curriculum helps students find clues in context of the reading passage so students can complete the rebus. As they do so, they practice sequencing, too!Here is what is included in this download:Informational text rebus (fill-in-the blank and the full rebus)Discussion questionsFour writing exercises (reflection, response, compari
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2nd - 3rd
Hannah by Gloria Whelan Book Comprehension Quiz- 15 Questions- Print & ONLINE!
Hannah by Gloria Whelan is a great book for 2nd-5th graders! This comprehension quiz is print ready and will quiz how much your student retained from their reading. It also includes an Online Quiz Option, right here on EASEL by TPT!!This quiz consists of a combination of multiple-choice and true or false questions that cover the full book. There are 15 questions total, with the last question covering the Main Idea in a two-choice multiple choice question. Questions before buying?You can contact
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2nd - 5th
Gold Medal Swim Jake Maddox Novel Test w/Key and Vocabulary
12-question multiple choice quiz w/key -Champion swimmer Dan befriends an exchange student who joins his team late in the season. However, when Sam and Julien end up racing each other in the championship meet, only one of them can win the gold. Who will it be? Jake Maddox has written a series of high-interest short novels. They are good for grades 4 and 5, but their high interest level makes them especially great for reluctant or emerging readers in grades 6-8. A vocabulary lesson with practice
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4th - 7th
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Strong reading skills can help students make sense of written content, and gather information for further analysis. Writing skills can help students articulate their ideas, construct arguments, and synthesize information. And speaking and listening skills empower students to clearly present their ideas, participate in group discussions, and collaborate with their classmates. This is why teaching English language arts is critically important for student’s success in school and beyond.
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