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SCAMPER the Story - Higher Order Thinking for Fiction Texts
SCAMPER is a tool to enhance creative thinking, developed by Bob Eberle. This mnemonic can be used to help students comprehend stories at a deeper level.
S stands for substitute.
C stands for combine.
A stands for add something.
M stands for magnify/minify.
P stands for put to other uses.
E stands for eliminate.
R stands for rearrange.
Using these cues, students are prompted to think more deeply about a piece of fiction text. Included in this packet, you will find SCAMPER mnemonic
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TOP SECRET: Testing Letters from families
I send these home and let guardians write a letter of encouragement to their student for our end of the year state testing! It is always such a hit. I have included the information letter that I send to parents and many design options!
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Nacer Bailando Literature Circle Guide in Spanish (Español)
This 62 page packet includes 5th grade literature standards, guides to setting up healthy expectations and rules for a literature circle, chapter-by-chapter guides with key vocabulary words, text questions, discussion questions, writing prompts, at home connections, opportunities for research and even links to Spanish resources such as an audio recorded interview with a Spanish-speaking bracero worker. It is designed to stimulate culturally-relevant conversations about ever-present topics such
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Balloons Over Broadway Writing and Comprehension Quiz Bundle
Looking for a bundle that has 2 different response to reading writing assignments for the book Balloons Over Broadway? This bundle will help you teach persuasive writing and non fiction writing. It also includes a list of spelling/vocabulary words and a comprehension quiz for the book, Balloons Over Broadway. In my 3rd grade class, we use the non fiction writing assignment as an extension for my gifted and talented students. We use these newspaper writings as a classroom door decoration. I m
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Digital Reading Log
Are you looking for a digital, paperless way for your students to track their independent reading? This digital, paperless resource includes one Google slide for each month of the year. The online reading log has two versions- pick which one works best for your students! There is one reading log geared towards grades 3-6 and an additional reading log geared towards grades K-2. Just delete the slides that you do not want! This resource was created in Google Slides. Each slide includes a table for
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Tía Lola Literature Guide Packet-Spanish (Español)
This 62 page packet includes 4th grade literature standards, guides to setting up healthy expectations and rules for a literature circle, chapter-by-chapter guides with key vocabulary words, text questions, discussion questions, writing prompts, at home connections, opportunities for research and related newspaper articles to create opportunities for real-world discussions. Overall the packet is designed to stimulate culturally-relevant conversations about ever-present topics such as inclusion,
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The Puppy Bowl Digital Research Project
Your students will enjoy reading and researching about the Puppy Bowl. This product will be accessed as a link in a PDF file. You will need to be signed into your Google account. Next you will need to click on the link and you will be prompted to "Make a Copy". You can rename the file. In this PDF I explain what you will need to know and do for setting up this fun activity in your classroom. I included direct links to help with this. You will need free accounts to Padlet and Powtoon.In this ac
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Perseverance Bracelets - Testing Encouragement
Color & Black/white versions available! Leave this note and a bracelet (link below) on your student's desk the day of their test to remind them that they CAN do it!! Bracelets: https://www.amazon.com/shop/misshunter/list/20RVK2QEMBEPW?ref_=cm_sw_r_em_ud_aipsflist_aipsfmisshunter_NWKRM6JAVTRJKF1KSJR4(Disclaimer: by purchasing this product you are only purchasing the "Perseverance bracelets" note to print)
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Reading Log Bundle {FOUR Reading Logs}
Reading Log Bundle
This bundle includes FOUR different types of reading logs you can use with your kiddos!
Depth and Complexity Reading Log
Reading Response Log
Reading Log Accordion Bookmark
Reading Log Bookmark Booklet
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Reading Questions that Support Higher Order Thinking
When students use higher order thinking skills, they make connections. They manipulate information, put it together in new ways, or apply it to find new solutions to problems.
This pdf has questions that help students dig deeper into the books that they read. The categories of questions include "identifying themes," "finding biases," "make connections," "problem-solve," "consider other perspectives," and "questions to help students increase the complexity and challenge of book that they read."
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Reading Comprehension: Using Higher Order Thinking Skills #2
This is a sequel WITH NEW ACTVITIES to my other Reading Comprehension: Using Higher Order Thinking Skills.
It is important to attain higher order thinking skills for our students as we tackle the new common core standards. This packet includes different types of activities that will engage your students and challenge their thinking and understanding. The activities are good for large group, small group, partner work, independent, or at centers.
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Comprehension Cards for
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History of the Tootsie Roll Digital Project
Your students will enjoy reading and researching about the History of the Tootsie Roll. This product will be accessed as a link in a PDF file. You will need to be signed into your Google account. Next you will need to click on the link and you will be prompted to "Make a Copy". You can rename the file. In this PDF I explain what you will need to know and do for setting up this fun activity in your classroom. I included direct links to help with this. You will need free accounts to TweenTribune,
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STEM Scientist Quote Watercolor Bookmarks
These 5 unique designs with gorgeous watercolor clipart come on a single page or tiled 5 (6 pages total) to a page for whatever you need- classroom libraries, student incentives, Book Bags, Science Fair, Book Fairs, teacher professional development, really anything you can think of! They are sized 8.5 in x 11 in so you can print on card stock or regular paper and laminate for longer lasting wear! These would also be great as a small gift for your students at the end of the year!These beautiful
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Martin Luther King Jr. Day Reading Passage Fill-in-the-Blank and Word Find K-12
This set of 4 different fill-in-the-blank reading passages for Martin Luther King Jr. Day is perfect for any grade level. They correspond with (and include) my FREE Martin Luther King Jr. Day Word Find K-12. Great resource for morning work, early finishers, reading centers, or 'Fun Friday'. Happy Teaching!This resource includes:1: 10x10 Word Find with Answer Key1: Corresponding Fill-in-the-Blank Reading Passage with Answer Key1: 15x15 Word Find with Answer Key1: Corresponding Fill-in-the-Bla
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ADVANCED READING GROUP: Book Club Application
Once you've identified the students in your English Language Arts class who would benefit from reading an advanced novel in a book club setting, offer those students the unique opportunity to join with this application. (I read Watership Down with my advanced 7th grade readers during a book club during lunch and we sat on a blanket in my classroom and enjoyed extra snacks as an added bonus.)
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Making Connections to Non-Fiction Reading handout: THINKING about what you read
Using Keys to Make Cognitive ConnectionsI had my students use a Making Connections handout to help them to generate questions and statements. I made a separate file for our studies of history and also one for analyzing literature. Prior to releasing to students, we went through the document whole group and the students jotted down notes and ideas on their handout. I wanted students to generate authentic questions they had at the time.See some of the statements we created as a group below:I’m u
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Socratic Seminar
Have you considered running a Socractic Seminar, but the thought of figuring out logistics has you overwhelmed?This product will help you easily introduce a meaningful Socractic Seminar into your own classroom! This Product Includes:PPT - complete presentation that explains the components of a socractic seminarStudent handouts explaining components of socractic seminarQuestion stems to help facilitate discussionUndercover Evaluator rubric for use during the seminarSample promptsHow I Use It:Fir
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Michelle Obama Book Companion #Spring Holiday Activities + Reading Comprehension
Book companion of Reading Comprehension I Am Michelle Obama. These task cards (PDF) are perfect for Black History Month or Women's History Month and can be easily assigned on Seesaw for a fun lesson! Kid-Friendly way to cover multiple concepts/skills!Illustrated story page for teaching/reviewNew vocabulary words“Snazzy” words student practiceAdaptable Speech Sounds/Sight Words worksheetReading ComprehensionExcellent activity for Reading Comprehension, spelling, vocabulary, phonics, synonyms and
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Summertime of Learning Booklet
Looking for something to let students set their own learning goals for the summer? Here is a booklet to track summer learning that is completely customizable for each student. Print out sections for reading and math goals, or add sections for science, writing, physical fitness, and more (14 sections total--use them all or just one). Students can graph and evaluate their progress towards their goals. Lists of suggested goals and online resources are also included. A Bingo-type board is inclu
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"The Monmouth of the Sea"
This is an excerpt from the new novel, “The Shadows at Cortez Square.” The narrative tells of a mysterious and terrifying phenomenon that took place near Monterey, California in the year, 1858. "Aids Orphans Remembered" [The story is literary fiction.]
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" 'James Beckwourth' arrives to the El Dorado Saloon"
This is a narrative (story) that concerns a prominent, western historical figure ("James Beckwourth"). He has arrived into "Marysville," Ca for the 1858 "Gold Rush Exposition." It is an excerpt from the new novel, "The Shadows at Cortez Square." "Aids Orphans Remembered" [The story is literary fiction.]
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"Night Blossom and Crouching Bird"
This is a narrative (story) that concerns a Maidu Grandmother and her Granddaughter. They are procuring water from a nearby stream (the Feather River), when they encounter a small craft filled with itinerants heading to a nearby ranch. It is an excerpt from the new novel, "The Shadows at Cortez Square." "Aids Orphans Remembered"
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"The Arrest of Josiah Omaha Steele"
Our protagonist (Josiah Steele) is mistaken for an accomplice to a controversial and shady ruffian. The setting is ‘Marysville’, California in 1858 (during the ‘State Fair’ run that was held there). This is an excerpt from our latest novel, “The Shadows at Cortez Square.” “Aids Orphans Remembered” [The work is literary fiction.]
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"The Ghost in the River"
Josiah Omaha Steele engages a futile battle with the Confluence (which includes a deathly bout with a mysterious specter who has taken up residence). This is an excerpt from our latest novel, “The Shadows at Cortez Square.” [Disclaimer: the narrative is intense, and should be screened before use in the classroom. An age-appropriate reading group is recommended. "Aids Orphans Remembered" [The work is literary fiction.]
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Interactive Phonics Activities
Use hands-on activities such as sorting, matching, or building words with manipulatives to help students recognize phonics patterns and learn word families.
Word Hunts
Encourage students to find specific words either in a text or around the classroom to help reinforce sight word recognition.
Reader's Theater
Bring short stories, books, poems, or plays you’re reading in class to life by assigning roles to students and having them act out scenes. This can help enhance fluency and comprehension.
Interactive Read-Alouds
Engage the class by pausing during read-alouds to discuss the story’s theme, reflect on a character’s motivations or actions, or to ask students questions.
Comparative Analysis
Explore different adaptations of the same story (book versus movie, classic version versus a modern retelling) to encourage analysis of interpretation and presentation. You can also pair texts that are similar in theme, like poems and songs.
By incorporating these (and other!) reading activities into your lesson plans, you can nurture a love for reading while enhancing comprehension, critical thinking, and communication skills.
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