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Holes Novel Study | Print and Digital
This resource includes everything you need to teach and assess the book Holes by Louis Sachar. Engage your students with these fun and challenging activities - and simplify your lesson planning with this no prep resource that includes both print and digital activities for your students.These pages were created to guide your students through the novel, hold them accountable for their reading, and assess their comprehension through a number of fun and challenging activities. This 80-page resource
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4th - 6th
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Also included in: Novel Study MEGA Bundle: 6 no-prep novel studies | print and digital
Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH Novel Study Unit and Literature Guide
Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH by Robert C. O'Brien is a standards based low prep novel study. Along with reading comprehension and writing activities, the literature guide promotes interesting discussion topics about society and what makes a person (animal) civilized.This is a zipped file with two secure PDF files. The download includes a student PDF with all activity pages that teachers can print as a novel study packet for independent work, reading groups, or book clubs. The second PDF has
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4th - 6th
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Because of Winn-Dixie | Print and Digital
This comprehensive Because of Winn-Dixie novel study resource includes EVERYTHING YOU NEED to teach Because of Winn-Dixie by Kate DiCamillo. Simplify your lesson planning with this unit, which comes with activities in BOTH print and digital formats.These pages were created to guide your students through the novel, hold them accountable for their reading, and assess their comprehension through a number of fun and challenging activities. This resource can be used as a whole-class novel study, smal
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3rd - 5th
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Also included in: Novel Study MEGA Bundle: 6 no-prep novel studies | print and digital
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Novel Study | Print and Digital
This comprehensive The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe novel study resource includes EVERYTHING YOU NEED to teach the book The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis. Simplify your lesson planning with this unit that includes BOTH print and digital activities. These pages were created to guide your students through the novel, hold them accountable for their reading, and assess their comprehension through a number of fun and challenging activities. This resource can be used as a whole-cl
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3rd - 5th
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Also included in: Chronicles of Narnia Novel Study Bundle
Fable Writing Unit: 10-Days of Writing Lessons - PDF and Google Slides Versions
In this 10-day unit students will study mentor texts to become experts on the characteristics of fables and children’s books. Then, they will write their own fable in the form of a children’s book. After reading and studying mentor texts, students will begin writing their fables. During the pre-writing phase students will select a moral, plan their fable, develop their characters, and establish the setting for their story. Students will develop their plot with plot development tools includin
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4th - 7th
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Because of Winn-Dixie Literacy Unit
**UPDATED** This file has had a major font, clipart, and layout update. Make sure to check out the preview to see all that is included!
One of my FAVORITE novels to read with my students is Because of Winn-Dixie by Kate DiCamillo. I have created this supplement unit to help you and your students get the most out of their reading. Each of the activities below have explanations of how to use and suggestions. For more pictures and explanations, visit my blog at www.dots-n-spots.com. Thanks for ta
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3rd - 5th
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The Westing Game Novel Study: Printable Book Unit: vocabulary, comprehension ++
Are you looking for an all-in-one unit for The Westing Game by Ellen Raskin? Look no further. This comprehensive printable unit includes vocabulary, comprehension questions, constructed response questions, lessons on writing a mystery narrative, and context clues. Lessons are aligned to the Common Core Standards for grades 4-6.Please check out the detailed preview of this unit. Check out all three versions of The Westing Game Book Unit to determine which best fits your teaching needs and style.
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4th - 6th
Love That Dog Novel Study and Poetry Unit
This literature resource for Love That Dog by Sharon Creech is a low prep novel study and includes both reading comprehension activities as well as creative poetry writing activities related to the figures of speech used in the story. The other great feature of this book is the famous poems that are integrated throughout the story. This is the perfect supplement to a poetry unit of study and really gets kids motivated to write poems and use figures of speech-- just like Jack (the main character
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4th - 6th
Also included in: Poetry and Figures of Speech Bundle
Fantastic Mr. Fox By Dahl: Literature Study (tests, vocabulary, projects, MORE!)
Mr. Fox thinks that he can "out fox" the local farmers, Bunce, Boggis, and Bean. However, they are on to Mr. Fox and are out to get him for stealing from them.
Will Mr. Fox be able to "out fox" them for long...you'll be surprised!
I have combined the items that I have used in the study of the book FANTASTIC MR. FOX. I have included several project ideas that complement the reading of the book to keep the students' interest in the book...it works really well. I can also use those activities
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3rd - 6th
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Gooseberry Park Guided Reading Packet, CC-Aligned!
This is a fun, Common Core-aligned, guided reading packet to go with the novel Gooseberry Park by Cynthia Rylant. This packet stretches the entire novel. Each chapter is represented with questions and responses. This packet addresses: comprehension questions, text dependent questions, analysis of brief passages, literary terms including simile and onomatopoeia, inferencing questions, predictions, parts of speech and even a concluding writing assignment prompt. Fun illustrations and graphics,
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3rd - 6th
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The Last of the Really Great Whangdoodles Novel Study Unit
This Last of the Really Great Whangdoodles by Julie Edwards novel study is a low prep resource with lots of student options. The novel unit is a fabulous fantasy book for students. Readers design their own Whangdoodleland animal using the animals in the story as a model (referring to the text). The Last of the Really Great Whangdoodles is a creative fantasy story, but it lends itself to deeper discussion topics about science and our ability to believe.Packet Includes:Common Core Standards (4th g
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3rd - 5th
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Tuck Everlasting Bundle-Close Rdg, Text-Dependent ?'s, Gr.Orgs for EVERY chapter
This bundle for “Tuck Everlasting” has everything that you need to teach this amazing novel!
When you purchase this bundle, you receive:
* A 7 page guide for using the resources in your classroom.
* At least one graphic organizer for EACH chapter! Each organizer was created based on COMMON CORE STATE STANDARDS. These organizers were not just revamped and “labeled” as Common Core, but created specifically based on the Common Core Standards. Some chapters have more than one graphic organizer
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4th - 8th
4th 5th Grade School Fiction Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions
This collection of school fiction reading passages are perfect for teachers who want to focus on comprehension with their students. With CCSS aligned questions written just for Grades 4-5, answer keys to make your life easy and plenty of color in these Google Docs worksheets. Titles Include:The Principal, Fear, Warm Welcome, Funny Photos, Gold Star, Sub Teacher, President Lina, Devon's Science Project, On the Stage, Eve's Amazing Day.Reading Comprehension Outline:Each lesson has a blend of post-
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4th - 5th
Also included in: School Fiction Reading Passages Multiple Choice Digital Resources
Esio Trot by Dahl: Literature Study (Test, Vocabulary, Projects, Activities ...)
I have prepared a packet of materials to be used in the study of ESIO TROT by Roald Dahl. Use these ideas in your classroom and your students will love reading this book. Because my class loves doing hands-on projects, there are several of them included in the packet. Once one project is completed, my students are always eager to do another.
This Literature Study Packet includes:
Suggested Reading Schedule
Essential Questions
Suggestions for Activities to correspond with the reading
Literac
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3rd - 6th
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Space Case - ALL 6 LESSON PRESENTATIONS & HANDOUTS
This are the 6 lesson PRESENTATION & HANDOUTS based on "Space Case" by Stuart Gibbs.The structure of the lessons are based on the principles of bloom's taxonomy and are fully aligned with KS2/KS3 and Common Core Standards.The 6 Lessons include:Cover questionsVocabulary Builder with all new words supplied from the context of the novelCharacter observations and interpretationsStyle of narrator and use of informal languageCharacter and setting explorationCreating portmanteausComprehension quest
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4th - 7th
Idiom Resource Bundle
Idioms Resource Bundle. Save money with this Idioms Bundle containing five complementary products: posters, matching cards for games, task cards and worksheets, a power point presentation, and idiom worksheets. The bundle is almost a 30% savings over purchasing these products separately.
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Idiom Posters
Idiom Matching Cards
Idiom Task Cards and Worksheets
Idioms Power Point Presentation
Idiom Worksheets
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2nd - 5th
Using Memes To Teach Figurative Language
What a fun way to teach such a fun concept! Teaching figurative language can be a blast, but how about adding more fun to the party by using Memes?
Students will review their understanding of 7 types of figurative language while taking part in a name that Meme activity where students look at over 14 Colorful Meme posters and try to figure out which one each depicts.
This product includes 7 Colorful Figurative Language Posters from my store as well as 14 Colorful and Fun Meme Posters portrayin
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3rd - 9th
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Hate That Cat Novel Study and Poetry Unit
Hate That Cat by Sharon Creech has so many poetic possibilities. This low prep novel unit for Hate That Cat includes a variety of standard reading comprehension skills as well as creative writing activities related to the figures of speech and poetry used in the story. The other great feature of this book is the famous poems that are integrated throughout the story.
This is a great supplement to a poetry unit of study and really gets kids motivated to write poems and use figures of speech-- ju
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4th - 6th
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Also included in: Poetry and Figures of Speech Bundle
Theme in Poetry, Imagery in Poetry, Word Choice, & Analysis for 4th, 5th, & 6th
Looking for an innovative poetry unit that will get your students excited about reading, discussing, and writing their own poetry?Poetry can be so much fun and such a great learning experience for students, but so often, poetry units that focus on upper elementary only incorporate silly poetry or poetry written for kids.But kids can read real-deal poetry too!This proven resource will conquer your students’ fear of verse and get them exploring their world through poems. Focusing on some classic
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3rd - 7th
Unleash Creativity with Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs Literacy Unit
Dive into a world where it rains soup and snows mashed potatoes with our comprehensive Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs Literacy Unit. Catering to an array of literacy skills, the unit comprises a set of thought-provoking and fun activities. From lesson plans to worksheets, we have it all covered for you. Kids can re-enact the intriguing tale with our 'Retelling the Story' worksheet, or fabricate their own delicacy with 'Create Your Own Recipe'. The 'Venn-Diagram' allows a captivating compare a
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2nd - 4th
Christmas Literature and Songs: 4th and 5th Grade
This download includes unit 5 of the Reading Through History Christmas series. This unit includes the stories of the famous Charles Dickens book "A Christmas Carol", the poem "Twas the Night Before Christmas", and a reading assignment covering the origins and evolution of several of our favorite Christmas songs such as "Silver Bells". There is also a section detailing the creation of the popular Rankin/Bass animated Christmas cartoons. Each individual lesson traces the lineage of the topic and
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4th - 6th
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Voyage of the Dawn Treader Novel Study
This resource includes everything you need to teach and assess the book Voyage of the Dawn Treader by C.S. Lewis. Engage your students with these fun and challenging activities - and simplify your lesson planning with this no prep resource that includes fun and engaging activities for your students.This 80-page resource includes:Voyage of the Dawn Treader novel study cover pageTracking My Progress (student accountability sheet)Chapter Activities (one-page comprehension activities for every chapt
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4th - 6th
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Also included in: Chronicles of Narnia Novel Study Bundle
Dying to Meet You 43 Old Cemetery Road Novel Study Unit
Dying to Meet You by Kate Klise is a unique novel study unit that is a big hit with students. This standards based 43 Old Cemetery Road literature guide offers lots of practice with inference skills. The students must read "between the lines" in the letters that the characters write back and forth to each other to understand the story plot and characters. There are several creative writing activities from which to choose as well as vocabulary lists, story plot maps, and character charts included
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4th - 6th
If I Built A School Mentor Text Unit for Grades 3-5
If I Built A School by Chris Van Dusen is an imaginative adventure that will get your students' wheels turning! If you don't own a copy of the book, check your local library or you might even find an online read-aloud of the text with a simple Google search!Using mentor texts is one of the best ways to maximize your teaching time. You are able to teach multiple skills, subjects, and topics with just one book!WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THIS UNIT?a week of plans that teach descriptive expository writing,
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3rd - 5th
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Also included in: MENTOR TEXT CLUB by Jivey 1ST EDITION for Grades 3-5
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