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3rd grade english language arts scaffolded notes for Easel Activities
Introduction to Cells with Informational Texts, Label a Cell, and Organizers
Are you looking for resources to teach an introduction of cells to your students? Learn about the basics of animal and plant cells with this resource. Label cells and learn the cell parts of plants and animals! Your students will become experts on cells in no time!Included:Seven colorful mini posters about cells (color and black & white)Four informational text passages about cells with bolded vocabulary wordsDiscussion questions for each information text passageAnswer keys for each page of d
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2nd - 3rd
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Realistic Fiction Scaffolded Writing Unit and Word Search CCSS Grades 3-6
Discover the art of storytelling with this Realistic Fiction Writing Unit, designed for diverse classrooms, including general education, special education (SPED), and English Language Learner (ELL) students. This unit offers a scaffolded approach, ensuring step-by-step progression through the materials. Key Features of This Unit:Realistic Fiction Anchor Chart: Clearly outlines the defining elements of realistic fiction.Practical Writing Tips Anchor Chart: Provides valuable tips to enhance studen
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3rd - 6th
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Soil Layers Reading Passage, Notes, and Investigation
Teach your elementary learners about soil layers with these fun science activities! ✅ This resource aligns with Virginia third grade science SOL 3.6a "analyze and describe the different components of soil" (verbiage from Essential Skills). What's included:Soil layers color graphic for posting in classroomScaffolded notesSoil Vocabulary (fill-in-the-blank)Reading Passage and Comprehension Check: "Soil, the Wonder Beneath Your Feet"Soil Materials chart, scaffolded notes, and reflection (explains d
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3rd - 4th
Also included in: Soil Unit Bundle
Third Grade Reading Wonders (Unit 1) Close Read Graphic Organizers
This product is designed to supplement McGraw Hill's Reading Wonders program for third grade.For each week's lesson the product includes:- Graphic organizer for the shared reading each week- Graphic organizer for the close reading each week- Space for student response - Page numbers for all text evidence- Content objectives in student-friendly language- Clear question prompts that allow product to be used with a whole group, small group or independentlyThere are graphic organizers for the follow
Grades:
3rd
Also included in: Third Grade Reading Wonders (ALL 6 UNITS!) Graphic Organizers - Bundle
Third Grade Reading Wonders (Unit 4) Close Read Graphic Organizers
This product is designed to supplement McGraw Hill's Reading Wonders program for third grade.For each week's lesson the product includes:- Graphic organizer for the shared reading each week- Graphic organizer for the close reading each week- Space for student response - Page numbers for all text evidence- Content objectives in student-friendly language- Clear question prompts that allow product to be used with a whole group, small group or independentlyThere are graphic organizers for the follow
Grades:
3rd
Also included in: Third Grade Reading Wonders (ALL 6 UNITS!) Graphic Organizers - Bundle
Third Grade Reading Wonders (Unit 3) Close Read Graphic Organizers
This product is designed to supplement McGraw Hill's Reading Wonders program for third grade.For each week's lesson the product includes:- Graphic organizer for the shared reading each week- Graphic organizer for the close reading each week- Space for student response - Page numbers for all text evidence- Content objectives in student-friendly language- Clear question prompts that allow product to be used with a whole group, small group or independentlyThere are graphic organizers for the follow
Grades:
3rd
Also included in: Third Grade Reading Wonders (ALL 6 UNITS!) Graphic Organizers - Bundle
Third Grade Reading Wonders (Unit 2) Close Read Graphic Organizers
This product is designed to supplement McGraw Hill's Reading Wonders program for third grade.For each week's lesson the product includes:- Graphic organizer for the shared reading each week- Graphic organizer for the close reading each week- Space for student response - Page numbers for all text evidence- Content objectives in student-friendly language- Clear question prompts that allow product to be used with a whole group, small group or independentlyThere are graphic organizers for the follow
Grades:
3rd
Also included in: Third Grade Reading Wonders (ALL 6 UNITS!) Graphic Organizers - Bundle
Enemy Pie Character Traits with Writing Connection
Enemy Pie Character TraitsAre you tired of your students describing characters as - good, bad, or funny? Can't a character be more than one thing at a time?!Utilize this lesson to help your students understand and learn about more complex character traits. This book will also help your students realize that sometimes even your enemy can become a good friend with the help of some 'sinister' pie and spending some quality time with them - Enemy Pie by Derek Monsun.This pack includes a graphic organ
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3rd - 5th
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Nonfiction Genre Study and Book Report +Word Search CCSS Grades 3-6 Print. Go.
Set out on an educational adventure with this nonfiction genre study and book report. Designed to engage and excite young learners, this study offers a comprehensive approach to exploring nonfiction text. This Lesson Offers:Informative Anchor Chart: A guide to key concepts enhancing understanding.Student Material Cover: Adds an organized touch to student resources.In-Depth Topic Exploration: Invites students to deeply engage with the subject matter.Nonfiction Genre Study: Broadens understanding
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3rd - 6th
Also included in: Nonfiction Reading and Writing Bundle CCSS Grades 3-6
Southern Colonies | 13 Colonies | Social Studies Research Project
With this fun research project, your students will love learning about the Southern Colonies - one of the 3 regions of the original 13 Colonies. Scaffolded notes support students through the research process from start to finish. Simply share the kid-friendly Reference Website created for this project with your students and use the scoring guide to grade their work quickly. Print and digital options make this resource PERFECT for any teaching situation!Tired of looking for kid-friendly, ad-free
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2nd - 4th
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Also included in: 13 Colonies | Colonial America | Social Studies Research Project BUNDLE
American Symbols | Social Studies | Research Project for Google Classroom™
Your students will love researching information about American Symbols with this fun research project. Scaffolded notes support students through the research process from start to finish. Simply share the link to the kid-friendly Reference Website created for this project with your students and give them a copy of the scaffolded notes to complete their research. Print and digital options make this resource PERFECT for any teaching situation!⭐Tired of looking for kid-friendly, ad-free websites yo
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2nd - 4th
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Christmas Fictional Narrative Writing If I Were an Ornament... CCSS Grades 3-6
Unwrap the magic of Christmas with this Fictional Narrative Writing Lesson, designed to pair with any cherished holiday book, such as "The Christmas Ornaments" by Pamela Edge. Immerse your students in the enchanting tale of discarded Christmas tree ornaments, replaced by shiny new decorations. Cast aside and forgotten, they find themselves in a bargain bin at the humane society, clinging to the fading hope of once again adorning a Christmas tree. Transport your students to a world where ornament
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3rd - 6th
Also included in: Fourteen Holiday Lessons BUNDLE Minimal Prep CCSS Grades 3-6
Ben Franklin & George Washington Carver - Compare and Contrast (SOL 2.4)
Help your students compare and contrast two famous American scientist and inventors! This simple activity focuses on the key facts about each person (based on VA SOL 2.4).
Resource includes:
- Short reading passage about each person
- Blank Graphic Organizer comparing and contrasting the men
- Scaffolded organizer (fill-in-the-blank style)
- Completed organizer (Answer Key)
- Contrast Sort (for struggling learners OR quick assessment)
*Color and Black and White versions*
Enjoy and don't fo
Grades:
2nd - 3rd
New England Colonies | 13 Colonies | Social Studies Research Project
With this fun research project, your students will love learning about the New England Colonies - one of the 3 regions of the original 13 Colonies. Scaffolded notes support students through the research process from start to finish. Simply share the kid-friendly Reference Website created for this project with your students and use the scoring guide to grade their work quickly. Print and digital options make this resource PERFECT for any teaching situation! Tired of looking for kid-friendly, ad-f
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2nd - 4th
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Also included in: 13 Colonies | Colonial America | Social Studies Research Project BUNDLE
Third Grade Reading Wonders (Unit 5) Close Read Graphic Organizers
This product is designed to supplement McGraw Hill's Reading Wonders program for third grade.For each week's lesson the product includes:- Graphic organizer for the shared reading each week- Graphic organizer for the close reading each week- Space for student response - Page numbers for all text evidence- Content objectives in student-friendly language- Clear question prompts that allow product to be used with a whole group, small group or independentlyThere are graphic organizers for the follow
Grades:
3rd
Also included in: Third Grade Reading Wonders (ALL 6 UNITS!) Graphic Organizers - Bundle
Middle Colonies | 13 Colonies | Social Studies Research Project
With this fun research project, your students will love learning about the Middle Colonies - one of the 3 regions of the original 13 Colonies. Scaffolded notes support students through the research process from start to finish. Simply share the kid-friendly Reference Website created for this project with your students and use the scoring guide to grade their work quickly. Print and digital options make this resource PERFECT for any teaching situation!Tired of looking for kid-friendly, ad-free we
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2nd - 4th
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Also included in: 13 Colonies | Colonial America | Social Studies Research Project BUNDLE
Third Grade Reading Wonders (Unit 6) Close Read Graphic Organizers
This product is designed to supplement McGraw Hill's Reading Wonders program for third grade.
For each week's lesson the product includes:
- Graphic organizer for the shared reading each week
- Graphic organizer for the close reading each week
- Space for student response
- Page numbers for all text evidence
- Content objectives in student-friendly language
- Clear question prompts that allow product to be used with a whole group, small group or independently
There are graphic organizers for
Grades:
3rd
Also included in: Third Grade Reading Wonders (ALL 6 UNITS!) Graphic Organizers - Bundle
Using the RACE Strategy to Answer Prompts - Guides & More!
To answer short answer or constructed response questions, students can use the strategy RACE (R - Restate, A - Answer, C - Cite, E - Explain) to make sure that they have included all parts of their response.Included in this file:- Handouts with broken-down explanation of the strategy- Worksheet for Practice- RACE Stickers for Self-Check or Peer ReviewPurchase the single worksheet here:https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Using-the-RACE-Strategy-to-Answer-Prompts-Single-Worksheet-4520745
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3rd - 6th
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Compare and Contrast Interactive Notebook Page
This page comes in two formats. One with completed responses and another for fill in the blank (UDL). This page is meant to go into an interactive notebook. You can also use this page with the TPT Digital Activities Tool. ♦ Interested in more of my RuthAnn Lane resources and products?Check out my website www.ruthannlane.comJoin my FREE Elementary Project Based Learning Facebook GroupLike my Facebook PageFollow me on PinterestFollow me on Instagram
Grades:
3rd - 6th
Researching the Titanic Nonfiction Writing ELA Social Studies CCSS Grades 3-6
Dive into history with this engaging nonfiction writing unit centered on the Titanic. This interdisciplinary guide blends English Language Arts, Social Studies, and Science, offering a scaffolded approach designed to ignite students' passion for nonfiction writing. It's an educational adventure that promises to captivate and educate. The content is thoughtfully organized for easy integration, ensuring a smooth transition through the material from beginning to end. Start with the resource p
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3rd - 6th
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City Notes Graphic Organizer
This is a graphic organizer designed for students to gather a short amount of research on any city of your or their choice. I used Wonderopolis pages, but you could use any reference books or other websites. I used this in a 3rd grade setting, but you can easily adapt it.
This can be used along with my City Inference Sheet, or you can buy both in my bundle!
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3rd - 6th
Also included in: City Inference Adventures BUNDLE
Opinion Writing Scaffolds and Strategies
What's Included:This package includes resources to support students in writing an opinion essay. With a focus on the 6 Traits of Writing and the writing process, students will work towards a process piece in stages. Scaffolds are included to support students in:focusing a topicgenerating ideaselaborating (reasons, evidence, examples)revising (word choice, sentence fluency, and conventions). Additional resources include:a one-pager explaining the structure of an opinion essaya student-friendly
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3rd - 5th
Informative Essay Writing Scaffolds and Strategies
Informative Writing Essay - Scaffolds and Strategies What's Included:This package includes resources to support students in writing an informative essay. With a focus on the 6 Traits of Writing and the writing process, students will work towards a process piece in stages. This is not topic-specific - these resources can be used for any topic!Scaffolds are included to support students in:focusing a topicgenerating ideaselaborating (facts, definitions, examples, voice)revising (word choice, sent
Grades:
3rd - 5th
Narrative Prompts, Organizers, Writing Process Grades 2-5
Prompts are a dime a dozen, but prompts that guide the writing are a HUGE help to teachers and students! This set of Elementary Personal Narrative Prompts and Planning Organizers greatly assist students who need guided writing practice for personal narratives. The prompts are contextually aligned to a standardized test format. In addition, each prompt is scaffold and includes a picture stimulus, a Think statement, a Write statement, and a Be Sure To statement. The Prompts and Samples for Guided
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Grades:
3rd - 5th
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