Critical thinking social emotional learning literature circles

Critical Thinking, English Language Arts, Gifted and Talented

Also included in: Depth and Complexity Critical Thinking Mega Bundle

Depth and Complexity Critical Thinking Task Cards for Literature

Created by

Teacher Thrive

Add depth and complexity to your instruction with these Critical Thinking Task Cards for Literature! These tasks cards allow students to deeply analyze any fiction reading material through 11 topics of critical thinking: Big Ideas, Rules, Trends, Patterns, Language of the Discipline, Ethics, Relationships Over Time, Details, Unanswered Questions, Across Disciplines, and Multiple Perspectives. You will appreciate the versatility of these task cards; they can be used with almost any text (novels,

Subjects:

Grades:

4th - 10th, Adult Education

Types:

Literature Circles, Task Cards, Centers

Also included in: Depth and Complexity Critical Thinking Task Cards Bundle

Nonfiction Independent Reading Journal - Middle School English

Created by

Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

Nonfiction Independent Reading This reading response resource is interactive and perfect for assessing nonfiction independent reading. Better yet, it covers ALL of the informational text standards! It is easy to use, simple to grade, and can be assigned over and over again for books or articles. We all know how important independent reading is, but it’s not always easy to hold students accountable without issues such as...#1. Driving yourself crazy with all of the grading involved; #2. Knowing

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, Informational Text, Reading

Grades:

6th - 8th

Types:

Literature Circles, Centers

CCSS:

RI.6.1

, RI.6.2

, RI.6.3

, RI.6.4

, RI.6.5

...

Book Report Foldable Project: Pop-Up Picture Book with Editable Rubrics

Created by

Christine's Lessons Over Coffee

Are you tired of the same extension projects for independent novel studies or literature circles? Then look no further! This 3D Pop-Up Picture Book Report comes with everything your students will need to create this foldable project. Even the not-so crafty teacher will love making this project! You will only need plain white paper, scissors, glue and coloring tools to create this engaging project. That’s all! Included in this resource:Step by step instructions that will be easy enough for your s

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, Gifted and Talented, Reading

Grades:

3rd - 7th

Types:

Projects, Literature Circles

CCSS:

RL.3.3

, RL.3.9

, RL.4.2

, RL.4.3

, RL.5.2

...

Also included in: Interactive Foldable Research Project Bundle: Book Report, 50 States & Planets

READING RESPONSE JOURNAL: For Any Novel, Printable & Digital Bundle

Created by

Literary Sherri

Elevate your Middle School ELA curriculum with these comprehensive reading response activities that cover 24 reading skills and can be used with any novel! Whether you're delving into classic novels, fostering literature circles, nurturing independent reading, or facilitating read-aloud discussions, this resource enriches student engagement and accountability.Perfectly tailored for grades 6, 7, and 8, this resource empowers middle school ELA teachers to spark deeper comprehension, critical think

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, English Language Arts, Reading

Grades:

5th - 8th

Types:

CCSS:

...

Socratic Seminars and Philosophical Chairs

Created by

Read Like a Rockstar

Teaching kids to be more philosophic helps them acquire new ways of expressing themselves and innovative ways of thinking. It pushes students to be more logical, think critically, connect ideas, and to be more accepting of opposing views.Through the use of Socractic Seminars and Philosophical Chairs, you can bring philosophy into your classroom and give your students the opportunity to formulate questions, reason with peers, develop arguments, and contribute to constructive conversations.I trie

Subjects:

Balanced Literacy, Critical Thinking, Gifted and Talented

Grades:

1st - 5th

Types:

Activities, Handouts, Literature Circles

Do Unto Otters Craft Interactive Read Aloud and Activities | Manners

Created by

Balanced Literacy, English Language Arts, Social Emotional Learning

Engage your students in a meaningful and purposeful interactive read aloud with the book Do Unto Otters: A Book About Manners by Laurie Keller. Students will love the read aloud and be able to apply their knowledge in the extension activities and writing prompts centered around the book's theme of the golden rule, kindness, and manners.Get all current interactive read alouds H A L F off with the Interactive Read Aloud ENDLESS Bundle! This resource is included in the September Interactive Read A

Subjects:

Grades:

K - 2nd

Types:

CCSS:

All for Wisdom Wisdom For All

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Also included in: Read Aloud Books and Activities Crafts | Interactive Read Aloud ENDLESS Bundle

Middle School Poetry Bundle: 12 Mad Libs, 3 Puzzles, 10 Poems (BEST DEAL)

Created by

Middle School Poetry Bundle: 12 Mad Libs, 3 Puzzles, 10 Poems to Create (BEST DEAL) Mad Libs: Poetry 3-Pack: Twelve pages of poetry-based mad libs grammar-fun activities. Each one includes a short writing activity based on the original poem for the students to complete; Set 2 contains additional illustration activities. Word Puzzles: Literary Terms - Poetry: Three word puzzles using poetry terms. Includes a crossword puzzle, double puzzle, and word search. Answer keys included. Poetry-Pac

Subjects:

Creative Writing, Critical Thinking, Poetry

Grades:

6th - 9th

Types:

Activities, Literature Circles

Literature Circles Made Easy | Classroom Book Clubs Discussion Bundle

Created by

Laura Candler

The Literature Circles Made Easy | Classroom Boom Clubs Discussion Bundle includes three products that will motivate your students to love reading as they learn how to have productive team discussions. The most important component of this bundle is Classroom Book Clubs: Literature Circles Made Easy, a series of short videos for the teacher that explain how to implement a fun and effective method for using Literature Circles with upper elementary students. You'll also find all the printables you'

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, Literature, Reading Strategies

Grades:

3rd - 6th

Types:

Printables, Literature Circles

CCSS:

SL.3.1

, SL.3.2

, SL.3.3

, SL.4.1

, SL.4.1a

...

Advanced Novel Study for the Westing Game with Depth and Complexity

Created by

The GATEWay Gals

This novel study was written for gifted fifth graders, and would be most appropriate for children ages 10 and older. The main focus of this unit was to guide students to analyze text on a deeper level, gaining rich understandings of theme and descriptive language. Students will need to think, infer, and cite text evidence to support their answers. They will also need to be organized in their reading approach to keep track of details and clues and solve the mystery.Students will meet objectives f

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, English Language Arts, Gifted and Talented

Grades:

4th - 7th

Types:

Critical Thinking, English Language Arts, Gifted and Talented

Advanced Novel Study: The Mysterious Benedict Society with Depth and Complexity

Created by

The GATEWay Gals

This novel study guide is designed to use with high level 4th and/or 5th grade students, and was specifically designed with gifted students in mind. It could also be used with middle school grades. The level of depth in questioning and discussions will be at teacher discretion based on student readiness.In designing this unit, a main focus was guiding students to think deeply about underlying themes, ethical issues, and connections to the real world. Specifically, I want my students to use this

Subjects:

Grades:

4th - 6th

Types:

Also included in: Advanced Novel Study: The Mysterious Benedict Society + Digital Student Journal

Mixed A Colorful Story Interactive Read Aloud and Activities

Created by

Balanced Literacy, English Language Arts, Social Emotional Learning

Engage your students in a meaningful and purposeful interactive read aloud with the book Mixed: A Colorful Story by Arree Chung. Students will love the read aloud and be able to apply their knowledge in the extension activities and writing prompts centered around the book's theme of living together in harmony.Get all current interactive read alouds H A L F off with the Interactive Read Aloud ENDLESS Bundle! This resource is included in the September Interactive Read Aloud Bundle! Get this and

Subjects:

Grades:

K - 2nd

Types:

CCSS:

Critical Thinking, English Language Arts, Reading

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Also included in: Read Aloud Books and Activities Crafts | Interactive Read Aloud ENDLESS Bundle

Save Me a Seat Novel Study

Created by

Lessons Right Meow

This novel study on "Save Me a Seat" by Sarah Weeks and Gita Varadarajan includes 97 pages of chapter questions, quizzes, extended activities, research activities and writing prompts. Teacher guide, table of contents, and answer keys are provided.

Subjects:

Grades:

3rd - 5th

Types:

Worksheets, Literature Circles

CCSS:

RL.4.1

, RL.4.2

, RL.4.3

, RL.4.6

, RL.4.7

...

The Worrysaurus Craft Interactive Read Aloud and Activities | SEL Activities

Created by

Balanced Literacy, English Language Arts, Social Emotional Learning

Engage your students in a rigorous interactive read aloud with the book The Worrysaurus by Rachel Bright. Students will love the read aloud and be able to apply their knowledge in the extension activities and writing prompts centered around the book's theme of worrying.Get all current interactive read alouds H A L F off with the Interactive Read Aloud ENDLESS Bundle! All future interactive read alouds will be added for F R E E ! The Worrysaurus Interactive Read Aloud and Activities is a

Subjects:

Grades:

K - 2nd

Types:

CCSS:

Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Reading

...

Also included in: Read Aloud Books and Activities Crafts | Interactive Read Aloud ENDLESS Bundle

The Eleventh Hour Booklet

Created by

Sun and Sea Teaching

**2021 UPDATED VERSION**This booklet is to accompany the book "The Eleventh Hour" by Graeme Base.Read the book with your class, and use this booklet to help students try to solve the mystery. This booklet includes: Pages to keep track of the suspectsPages to keep track of the timePages to record notes and clues from the illustrationsPages to decode the "Note for Detectives" at the end of the bookEncourage critical thinking and close reading with this book that your students will LOVE!!The downl

Subjects:

Grades:

3rd - 7th

Types:

Activities, Printables, Literature Circles

You Matter Interactive Read Aloud and Activities | Self-Esteem

Created by

Balanced Literacy, English Language Arts, Social Emotional Learning

Engage your students in a rigorous interactive read aloud with the book You Matter by Christian Robinson. Students will love the read aloud and be able to apply their knowledge in the extension activities and writing prompts centered around the book's theme of feeling important and self-esteem.Get all current interactive read alouds H A L F off with the Interactive Read Aloud ENDLESS Bundle! You will also get all future interactive read alouds for F R E E !This resource is included in the Augu

Subjects:

Grades:

K - 2nd

Types:

CCSS:

Critical Thinking, Gifted and Talented, Literature

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Also included in: Read Aloud Books and Activities Crafts | Interactive Read Aloud ENDLESS Bundle

Advanced Novel Study: Charlotte's Web with Depth and Complexity

Created by

The GATEWay Gals

This novel study was designed for use with gifted second through fourth graders, but could be modified and/or scaffolded to meet the needs to students in grades 2-5. The main focus of this unit was to guide students to analyze text on a deeper level, gaining rich understandings of theme and descriptive language. Students will need to think, infer, and cite text evidence to support their answers.Students will meet objectives for deep thinking using a combination of discussion, independent and/or

Subjects:

Grades:

2nd - 4th

Types:

Critical Thinking, Literature, Tools for Common Core

Distance Learning Editable Depth Of Knowledge Sticks & Poster {Narrative}

Created by

Angela Linzay

Have you been wanting to incorporate Depth of Knowledge questioning skills into your classroom instruction? HERE ARE 101 WAYS TO DO JUST THAT! These DOK sticks are a SIMPLE and fun way to prepare students to dig deeper into their learning while you model how to use critical thinking skills. You can use them for your reading groups, reading response journals, literacy centers, etc. They also make WONDERFUL whole class discussions. This resource includes: * DOK Class Posters* DOK Labels* Editable

Subjects:

Grades:

1st - 8th

Types:

Activities, Posters, Literature Circles

Higher-Level Thinking Lesson Plans & Printables for Any Book | Critical Thinking

Created by

Rockin Resources

What is an effective way to get your students thinking at a deeper level? Simply grab these higher-level thinking and critical thinking lesson plans! There is no-prep. They are printable and can be used for any book. Included in this teaching resource is:1. Lesson Plans for any book (2 pages)2. List of Character Traits for student notebooks (2 pages)3. Possible Themes poster or printable4. Evidence Web5. Critique Questions (2 pages)6. Reasoning Web7. Example questions 8. Questions fill-in-the-

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, Literature, Reading Strategies

Grades:

3rd - 8th

Types:

Printables, Literature Circles, Lesson

You're Finally Here! A Literacy Companion

Created by

Fran Cook

You're Finally Here! An adorable book about a bunny waiting for a reader!Perfect back to school book for any class.This book can be found on Amazon, Amazon Canada, YouTube, and most libraries.Amazon Canada is a great resource with a very reasonable price and quick delivery.Other places to find the book would be Indigo, Barnes and Noble, and Walmart.This resource is filled with literacy activities to cover many story elementstaught in reading. Many correlate with Common Core.I have included all

Subjects:

Classroom Community, Critical Thinking, For All Subjects

Grades:

1st - 3rd

Types:

Guided Reading Books, Graphic Organizers, Literature Circles

Classroom Community Interactive Read Alouds Back to School

Created by

My Fabulous Class

I have the perfect books for creating a positive classroom community. Did you know the key to creating a classroom community is to TEACH students what it means to be a responsible and respectful student? Read Alouds are a great way for students to make a deeper connection. I have included interactive activities with pocket charts, writing, vocabulary building, and crafts. all the books include 5 days of lessons to guide your instruction.You get♥ We Don't Eat Our Classmates♥ The Recess Queen♥ Pou

Subjects:

Back to School, Social Emotional Learning

Grades:

K - 1st

Types:

Literature Circles, Lesson

Crenshaw by Katherine Applegate: A PDF and Easel Digital Novel Study

Created by

Jean Martin's Balanced Literacy

Overview: This is a custom-made, ready-to-use PDF and/or Easel digital packet for students in grades 4-7 who are reading the novel, Crenshaw, written by Katherine Applegate. To have a digital product that can be assigned and completed digitally, download this as an Easel product. This packet of materials includes 23 student pages, an answer key, a list of vocabulary words found in the reading, and a chart showing CCSS standards that are supported. The student pages divide the text into 5 readi

Subjects:

Balanced Literacy, Literature, Social Emotional Learning

Grades:

4th - 7th

Types:

Guided Reading Books, Literature Circles, Independent Work Packet

CCSS:

RL.4.1

, RL.4.2

, RL.4.3

, RL.4.4

, RL.4.5

...

Also included in: Crenshaw: A PDF and Google Slides Novel Study Bundle

The Sour Grape Craft Read Aloud and Activities Spring Activities SEL Gratitude

Created by

Balanced Literacy, Literature, Social Emotional Learning

Enrich your favorite read aloud with The Sour Grape by Jory John Interactive Read Aloud! Students will love the read aloud and be able to apply their knowledge in the extension activities, crafts, and writing prompts centered around the book's theme of gratitude and forgiveness.Get all current interactive read alouds H A L F off with the Interactive Read Aloud ENDLESS Bundle! More Jory John Interactive Read Alouds + Crafts:The Bad Seed Craft + Interactive Read AloudThe Good Egg Craft + Inter

Subjects:

Grades:

K - 2nd

Types:

CCSS: