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3rd grade writing-expository scaffolded notes
Informational Writing Prompts with Paired Passages & Checklists
This product includes-Two sets of Winter themed paired non-fiction passages (4 passages total Penguins/Polar Bears and Antarctica/The Arctic)-One opinion writing prompt for each paired passage-One informational writing prompt for each paired passage-Interactive notebook glue in sort for informational writing-Informational writing checklist-Informational writing notes layout -Interactive notebook glue in sort for opinion writing-Opinion writing checklist-Opinion writing notes layout-Interactive n
Grades:
3rd - 5th
Biography Graphic Organizer Created for 2014-15 ReadyGen 4th Grade Unit 1 Task
This PDF graphic organizer was created to go with 4th grade ReadyGen Unit 1 Module A performance task. This was created to go with the new 2014-2015 updated task. It can be used for any biography report as a scaffold as well. It includes...* early life* adult life* why he/she is famous* interesting fact* picture and caption* quotes* personality traits* facts* timeline of important events* how he/she has influenced others* sourcesYou can find the digital version of this graphic organizer in Go
Grades:
3rd - 5th
Writing Graphic Organizer *BUNDLE* Informative and Argumentative
My best selling writing graphic organizers are now in a bundle! There is one for Informative/Expository and another for Argumentative/Persuasive. They are intended for a 4-5 paragraph paper. These are amazing resources for you students ranging from 3rd to 9th grade! They are great for helping to prepare your students for standardized writing tests. It helps to organize their thoughts and information found in their grade level text.
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Grades:
2nd - 12th
Animal Fact Files & Research Report Templates
Get everything you need for your students to write Animal Research Reports!
Fact Files, Checklists, and Report Template Foldables
This product contains:
Animal Fact Files – 12 Fact Sheets about different animals, including:
Mammals – Giraffe, Koala
Birds – Bald Eagle, Barn Owl
Amphibians – Red-Eyed Tree Frog, North American Bullfrog
Reptiles – American Alligator, Copperhead Snake
Fish – X-Ray Fish, Great White Shark
Invertebrates – Monarch Butterfly (Insects), Common Garden Snail (Mollusks)
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Grades:
1st - 3rd
How to Write a Paragraph: A Step by Step Guide to Paragraph Writing
Writing paragraphs has never been easier with this step by step color coding method! I use this to teach my students AND my own children paragraph writing and it has improved their writing tremendously!This strategy for writing paragraphs has transformed the way my students write their paragraphs, and in turn - their essays! The lesson teaches students how to use three different colors to add specific details to their body paragraphs. It is a step by step guide that does not overwhelm students.
Grades:
3rd - 6th
Informative Writing: Guided Notes, Outlines, Sample Texts & More
Improve your students’ writing by focusing on PURPOSE and STRUCTURE of Informative/Explanatory essays.Perfect for introducing informative writing or using as a review of essay-structure before district/state writing assessments. Essay writing can be overwhelming for students and challenging to teach. Many writing resources assume students already understand essay structure, which for many, simply isn't the case. If you have struggling, unorganized writers, this product is here to help!Product
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3rd - 5th
Also included in: 5-Paragraph Essay Writing Bundle: Informative & Opinion Units
Writing an Autobiography Scaffolded Unit +Word Search CCSS Grades 3-6 Print. Go.
Encourage students to set out on a voyage of self-exploration with this Autobiography Writing Unit. This unit is designed to bring personal narratives to life, encouraging students to document their unique stories. Ideal for fostering a deeper understanding of nonfiction writing, this unit is scaffolded allowing for differentiation and independence.Inside This Unit:Anchor Chart: An engaging chart to simplify autobiography writing.Resource Cover: Keeps student materials neatly organized.Clear Def
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3rd - 6th
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Also included in: Nonfiction Reading and Writing Bundle CCSS Grades 3-6
Writing Non-Fiction: Sentence Starters_One-Pager!!!
The document is a graphic organizer that includes non-fiction writing sentence staters when incorporating concrete details and analysis. Transitions and a how to for integrating in-text MLA citations are also included on the one-pager. Great for the front of students' binders!
Grades:
2nd - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Ultimate Writing Bundle
Create an interactive writing wall along with a hands-on or digital writing journal! I use both of these products constantly throughout the school year!
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Grades:
2nd - 5th
{Expository Writing} Graphic Organizers & Checklist
Use this product to introduce the structure of an Expository essay!
My students have glued the Expository Writing Checklist in their writing folders. I laminated it and they mark each step with their dry erase markers when they have completed each step.
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Grades:
2nd - 5th
A Pig Parade is a Terrible Idea - CCSS Persuasive Writing Activity
It seems impossible. How can a pig parade be a terrible idea?! However, Ian Michael Black is very persuasive in his book with the same title. I love using children's literature to springboard writing concepts with my third graders all the way up to my AP Lit students. After reading this story, I use this bundle to teach the concept of persuasive writing. Through a series of steps (baby steps!) students will analyze the story to find that while wildly funny, it is actually just a persuasive state
Grades:
3rd - 9th
FAKE NEWS OR CREDIBLE SOURCE Lesson Evaluate Reliable Online Research Skills
Introduce or review how to accurately research with this no-prep, 28-page/slide How to Avoid Fake News Identify, Use & Cite Reliable Sources Lesson. The easy-to-follow Guided Notes process will help students learn how to use the Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How of a website to identify if the information is accurate. Plagiarism and an overview of citing sources are also discussed. A PowerPoint, Guided Notes, an online research Practice Activity, and a link to online scavenger hunts for a
Grades:
3rd - 8th
Biography of a Friend Nonfiction Writing and Word Search CCSS Grades 3-6
This "Biography of a Friend" writing unit is perfect for any time of the year. Designed to boost collaboration, creativity, and independence among students, this unit transforms writing into a fun and engaging experience. Students will have the opportunity to conduct interviews with peers, friends, school staff, or family members, turning real-life stories into compelling biographies.This Unit Includes:Anchor Chart: Introduces students to the concept of a biography.Cover: For student materials.Q
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3rd - 6th
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Also included in: Nonfiction Reading and Writing Bundle CCSS Grades 3-6
Mars: Research & Note-taking PowerPoint
Combine the study of space with research and clear note-taking instruction, to teach your students step-by-step Essay Writing. Your students will love learning about our solar system. Included are the links for 6 NASA videos, as well as all updated missions. Note-taking paper and 2 foldables are included for projects.Here are some of my other Space lessons:SunMercury - Crater ExperimentVenusEarth - Mission To The Moon - Crater Experiment (Same one as the Mercury Project) - Moon Web-Quest
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Grades:
3rd - 12th
Botany Engineering a Plant +Word Search CCSS STEAM Grades 3-6 Print and Teach
This curriculum provides a robust framework for students to dive deeply into plant life studies. It's an ideal resource for both an intensive exploration of botany and as an effective assessment tool. Designed to scaffold learning, it encourages students to discover scientific connections within plant ecosystems.Exciting Task for Budding Botanists: "Congratulations! Your creativity and genius have earned you an exhilarating task: engineering a brand-new plant! This assignment involves naming you
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3rd - 6th
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NGSS:
K-ESS3-1
Research Template
Research TemplateI don't know about you, but my students need support when researching! Students are asked to identify their topic and target audience, think about information their audience would want/need about this topic, and then generate research questions. These questions guide students' research. Students are also provided a graphic organizer to help them structure their research in a way that makes sense. Finally, I have included a self-assessment checklist to help students reflect on th
Grades:
3rd - 6th
Informational Explanatory Writing
This 12 page document is an excellent resource to use when teaching informational/explanatory writing. The document includes two posters that show students that this genre has two purposes (first to inform the reader and second to state a procedure). The document also includes two note taking sheet, so when students receive information pertaining to a topic they have a way of recording facts. The document also includes four different graphic organizers. These organizer are highly scaffolded, mee
Grades:
K - 3rd
OREO Organizer for Opinion Writing
Based on a five paragraph opinion essay format, but easily scaled to multiple paragraphs/pages, this advanced organizer will help students plan their opinion writing.
Students begin with opening their paper with a clear opinion statement. Students then move on to three rationale for their opinion, including reasons that are supported by evidence/example. Finally, students conclude their paper with their restated/summarized opinion.
This organizer could also be used to examine a piece of opinio
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3rd - 8th
Animal Research Project- Ready to Go!
Detailed 4 paragraph research paper with added project option for 3rd and 4th graders or end-of-the year 2nd graders who know how to write paragraphs.
Graphic organizers with question prompt scaffolding provided to answer:
Introducing the Animal
Habitat
Life cycle
Survival
Students use graphic organizers to write notes and then write rough drafts of paragraphs BELOW the graphic organizers. Final copies should be completed on writing paper or should be typed.
Grading infor
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2nd - 4th
HOW TO RESEARCH Lesson Keywords Skim & Scan Effective Research Skills NO PREP
Introduce or review how to efficiently research using keywords with this no-prep, 24-page/slide How to Research Using Keywords and Skim and Scan Writing Mini-Lesson. The easy-to-follow Guided Notes process will help students develop two research skills to find the information they need: 1. what keywords to search, and 2. how to “skim and scan”. A PowerPoint, Guided Notes, Guided Practice, and a link to online scavenger hunt practice are included making this a scaffolded approach that uses the “I
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3rd - 8th
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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Planet Research Project Science Art +Word Search CCSS Grades 3-6 Print and Teach
Are you looking for an exciting way to captivate students with science, literacy, and art? Dive into the wonders of our solar system with this comprehensive Planet Research Guide, perfect for young explorers eager to discover the mysteries of the planets orbiting our Sun.This guide is designed to foster analysis, discussion, and creativity, featuring:An insightful quote from Carl Sagan to spark debate and reflection.A cover to personalize student materials.Step-by-step directions to guide studen
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Grades:
3rd - 6th
Informational Writing with Graphic Organizers 3rd 4th 5th with Writing Supports
Are your students struggling with your curriculum's informational writing process unit? Using informational writing supports, such as graphic organizers, transition word lists, "glow and grow" reflection sheets, a simple writing rubric, and final draft writing papers (with lines), even your most impacted learners will find success! These print-and-go informational research writing supports will motivate your students to do their best and will provide the structure they need through the use of g
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Grades:
3rd - 5th
Intermediate Writing Office Pages- State Testing Writing Help
The Intermediate Writing Office is the perfect solution for older grades students who may be struggling with writing! Focused specifically on writing state testing essays, this resource includes 4 decorative posters for the outside of the office, and 4 informative posters for the inside. This desk blocker will not only help students improve their writing, but it will also help them to stay focused!
Grades:
3rd - 6th
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