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Earth Day Common Core RI.5.4 resources for Gifted and Talented
Who Would Win? Independent Animal Research Project- Digital or Non-Digital!
Now includes an editable Googles Slides option for students along with a printable option that can be sent to students digitally! Perfect for distance learning!My students LOVE books from Scholastic’s Who Would Win? series and I wanted an extension project that allowed them to research their own animals to create their own Who Would Win? book. The book is a total of 10 pages that include the following:Page 1- Title page showing the two animals and a picture of eachPage 2- Scientific name of the
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3rd - 5th
Pollution Reading Passage Water Air Land Human Impact on the Environment
Looking for human impact on the environment resources and reading passages? These high-interest pollution reading passages will help your students understand how humans impact nature.This pack includes 4 nonfiction reading articles about pollution, the causes of pollution, and what can be done to slow down the rate of pollution. All articles are related, so they can easily be used as paired passages, too!Students will learn and think critically about how human activity plays a part in land, air,
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3rd - 5th
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5th Grade Reading Projects, Enrichment For the Entire Year! PDF and Digital!
5th Grade Reading Enrichment Research Projects for the Entire Year! Thirty-two weekly non-fiction reading enrichment projects in which students research topics and then answer the follow-up questions. The questions, not only check for comprehension of the topic researched, but review common reading text structures such as author's purpose, tone, mood, theme, compare/contrast, plot, cause and effect and more. Aligned to most 5th grade reading curriculum including STAAR/CCSS. Great for early fini
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5th
National Parks Reading Passages Comprehension Activities Yellowstone Park
Looking for National Park activities to engage your students this spring or anytime? This high interest reading pack includes everything you need to learn about popular National Parks in the United States and engage your students!This print-and-go set includes 7 nonfiction reading articles about the history of National Parks, what to do when visiting National Parks, and 5 park-specific articles including Yellowstone National Park. All articles are related, so they can easily be used as paired pa
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3rd - 5th
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Renewable Energy Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT and DIGITAL
This easy to read, one page passage explains differences between renewable and nonrenewable energy sources with examples, advantages, and disadvantages of each. Vocabulary includes: sustainable turbinefossil fuelssolar power wind power hydro powerThe passage comes with 10 multiple choice reading comprehension questions, an answer key, and 2 self-scoring digital versions - EASEL and Google Forms. Color and black line illustrations are included to accommodate black and white printing. The passage
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4th - 7th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS3-1
, MS-ESS3-4
, MS-ESS3-3
, 4-ESS3-1
Also included in: Geeta's Custom Science Shorts Reading Comprehension Bundle
PATRIOT DAY - SEPTEMBER 11 - "SIRIUS, THE HERO DOG OF 9/11" - NON-FICTION
From educator/author Hank Fellows: This 32 page children's book, with 25 child-friendly photos, is an ideal introduction to the facts and themes surrounding the September 11, 2001 attacks on the World Trade Center. This is the true story of "Sirius," the police patrol dog who died in the Twin Towers on 9-11-01. The story is told by "Sirius" in his own words, and also recounts his friendship with his police officer partner, David, who survived the 9/11/01 terrorist attacks. This book is currently
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3rd - 9th, Adult Education
Summer Reading Passages Sea Turtles Life Cycle Science Animal Adaptations
Are you looking for summer reading passages with comprehension questions? Students will love learning all about sea turtles! They will read informational text about the sea turtle life cycle, behavior, and nesting. Sea turtles are so interesting, and most species are endangered. This is great for environmental reading. The science information on sea turtles is rich, so students can practice reading skills such as making inferences and looking at text features. Great for Earth Day! This resource
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3rd - 5th
Also included in: 4th Grade Science NGSS PLUS Reading Informational Text Passages CCSS
Inventions Unit and Inventors Project Based Learning - Process of Inventing
In this invention unit, I have included comprehensive invention activities which take students through the creative process of inventing. Each activity should be self-explanatory. Students use 21st century skills throughout the unit such as problem-solving, critical thinking, and creativity. Students also learn about famous inventors and their inventions. THIS IS AN EXCELLENT UNIT FOR DIFFERENTIATION.IN THIS UNIT: 6 Warm - up activities which teach creativity, critical thinking, and problem solv
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3rd - 5th
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Human Impact on the Environment Activity Communities Using Science Ideas
Communities are using scientific ideas to address environmental issues and protect resources! Students will read informational text about the way three different communities are using scientific ideas to manage their environmental problems. Students will obtain and evaluate information through the three articles they read. This unit begins and ends with the use of phenomena. Great for Science Reading Comprehension! Great for Environmental Science and Earth Day!Students will evaluate design solut
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Grades:
5th
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NGSS:
5-ESS3-1
Endangered Animals Reading Passages Nonfiction Close Reading Strategies
Looking for endangered species nonfiction reading passages to celebrate animals this Earth Day or any day? Included in this print-and-go set are 6 nonfiction reading articles about animals that are close to extinction and what makes them at risk. All articles are related, so they can easily be used as paired passages, too!Students will learn and think critically about the endangered species list, why animals are endangered and in jeopardy of becoming extinct, and about each of the four featured
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3rd - 5th
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Summer Reading Passages Coral Reefs & Ecosystems & Informational Text
Are you looking for summer reading passages with comprehension questions? Would you like your students to learn about the coral reef ecosystem? This reading unit on coral reefs is perfect for environmental reading, science literacy, and Earth Day. This is a Very Low Prep Unit! Students will love this CLOSE reading unit on Coral Reefs that addresses the Reading Informational Text standards while promoting science literacy. The reading level is appropriate for 5th-7th grade. Unit includes:slide s
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Grades:
4th - 7th
NGSS:
MS-LS2-4
Nonfiction Close Reading Passages Anchor Chart 3rd 4th 5th Grade ELA Test Prep
3rd, 4th, & 5th grade reading passages with comprehension questions are ready to go in this nonfiction close reading pack! These high-interest science reading comprehension passages and questions are perfect for engaging students and helping them learn a variety of science topics as they practice important reading strategies.Included are 30 articles to help your students understand these science topics through close reading activities. These nonfiction reading articles will help your student
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3rd - 5th
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NGSS:
3-ESS3-1
, 3-LS4-1
, 5-ESS3-1
, 3-ESS2-2
, 4-ESS3-2
Insects Reading Comprehension Passages Activity Packet Close Read
Looking for spring reading activities about spring, rain, and insects this April to practice short answer responses? These high-interest and engaging reading passages are perfect for practicing nonfiction reading strategies! Hit both reading and science standards with these high-interest and high-engagement activities.Students will learn and think critically about the spring equinox, the season of spring, adapting to spring, and insects.Your students will practice gathering important information
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3rd - 5th
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Rainforest Layers Animals in the Amazon Nonfiction Close Reading Passages
Save the rainforests! Looking for reading activities about the rainforests like the Amazon? These nonfiction passages are perfect to welcome spring or anytime you are learning and researching about the rainforests' habitats, animals, and layers.Students will learn and think critically about the different types of rainforests, the animals that live there, deforestation destroying the rainforests, and how they can protect our rainforests.Your students will practice gathering important information
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3rd - 5th
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Solar Energy Activity Types of Energy Reading Comprehension Passages
Looking for different forms of energy activities for Earth Day this April? Your students will love to read about solar energy and complete activities that have them thinking about different ways to harness the Sun's energy...just like scientists!Students will learn and think critically about the different forms of energy. Included are 2 two-page articles to help your students understand the forms of energy, solar energy, and how solar panels work.Your students will practice gathering important i
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3rd - 5th
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Also included in: Nonfiction Reading Passages Comprehension Questions Science Solar Energy
Human Impact on Earths Systems | Full Guided Science Lesson Bundle
How do humans impact each of Earth's systems? You will learn about human impact through manufacturing, farming, industry, and more by answering this Big Question: How Do Humans Affect Earth's Systems? While the standards closely align with 5th Grade NGSS standards, if you teach about Earth's systems or human impact in general, this may be perfect for you!❤ This product is included in a UNIT BUNDLE marked down 30% off with FIVE total lessons and over 1,000 pages of materials for TWO MONTHS of mat
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4th - 6th
NGSS:
5-ESS3-1
Also included in: Year Long Science Bundle | Four Full Unit Science BUNDLES
Earth Day Activities Close Reading Comprehension Passages Differentiated Reading
Celebrate Earth Day and Arbor Day with your students! These fun and engaging close reading passages and activities are the perfect tools to help students practice close reading skills during the month of April. This week-long lesson on Caring for Planet Earth: Celebrating Earth Day and Arbor Day follows a close reading model and includes a teacher guide and notes to make teaching the lesson easy! Students will be required to use close reading skills to practice making logical inferences, citing
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3rd - 5th
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Wind Power Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT and DIGITAL
This easy to read, one page passage about wind power explains:why wind power is a renewable energy sourcehow windmills can be used to generate electricitythe pros and cons of using wind powerThe passage comes with 10 multiple choice reading comprehension questions, an answer key, and 2 self-scoring digital versions - EASEL and Google Forms. Color and black line illustrations are included to accommodate black and white printing. This reading passage is part of a growing collection of science read
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3rd - 6th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS3-4
, MS-ESS3-3
, 4-ESS3-1
Earth Day Activity (The Impact of Our School Supplies) FREEBIE
This Earth Day Activity is fun, unique and eye opening for upper grade students. It's also an awesome way to get your kids thinking about marketing with art to create a campaign for Earth Day. This engaging "print and go" lesson takes a deeper look into the impact our school supplies have on the earth. Many supplies are wasted in the classroom and students get involved in the process of educating themselves and others. This is great for any lesson on reducing, reusing, or recycling.
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4th - 7th
NGSS:
5-ESS3-1
, MS-ESS3-3
, 4-ESS3-2
Also included in: Earth Day Bundle
April Reading Comprehension Passages Spring Bundle | DIGITAL & PRINTABLE
Your students will learn all about five highly interesting topics with this helpful, informational April Close Reading Unit! Perfect for a complete April reading unit, this resource includes everything, including worksheets, that you need for 5 full Close Reading units. Engaging for students and NO PREP for teachers!By purchasing this bundle, you are saving 40% off the price of the individual packets.Click HERE to SAVE 45% with the Close Reading Bundle for the YEAR!Click the PREVIEW button above
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4th - 7th
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Renewable Energy Reading Comprehension Passages Bundle PRINT and DIGITAL
This bundle includes 6 easy to understand one page reading passages about sustainable energy sources that cover:renewable energy (overview)solar powerwind powerhydropower fossil fuels natural resourcesEach passage comes with 10 multiple choice reading comprehension questions, an answer key, and 2 self-scoring digital versions - EASEL and Google Forms. Color and black line illustrations are included to accommodate black and white printing.Topics in this bundle are also available individually but
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3rd - 6th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS3-1
, MS-ESS3-4
, MS-PS1-3
, MS-ESS3-3
, 4-ESS3-1
Genius Hour Interactive Notebook Printable and Digital
Are you looking for a way to have your students participate in genius hour? This student interactive journal is the answer! It comes in two formats: printable and digital Google Slides. Students will use the Engineering Design Process to research a topic they are interested in. This can be used to guide whole class lessons or early finishers can work through the journal independently. Genius hour is a perfect way to offer engaging extensions in your classroom.What’s Included?Digital Student
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Grades:
2nd - 5th
Beginning of Year Fun Activity Packet | GRADES 3-5 | Math ELA Teasers Puzzles
If you are anything like me, the back to school season is definitely the most stressful time of the year. It always feels like I am looking for a moment to get myself and my thoughts together, but I have 30 students who are in a new place with new people staring at me, looking for direction, instruction, and entertainment. If you are looking for activity worksheets that combine fun independent and partner activities, brain teasers, and engaging games and puzzles- look no further. I created this
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3rd - 5th
Biography Activities - Task Cards & Choice Boards for Any Book
Dozens of biography activities come in two formats: task cards or choice boards. Each focuses on one informational text standard, as well as a higher order thinking skill (applying, analyzing, evaluating, or creating).Open the preview to take a closer look.They can be used with any biography: picture or chapter book, read-aloud or independently. You may pick and choose, ask students to specific tasks, or allow them to choose their own activities using the tic-tac-toe menus.All materials come in
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4th - 5th
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Also included in: Biography Unit - Genre Study for Fourth and Fifth Grade Students
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