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Other (social studies) Common Core RL.2.4 resources
Weslandia by Paul Fleischman Lesson Plan and Activities
A guided reading or interactive read aloud lesson plan for the mentor text picture book Weslandia by Paul Fleischman and Kevin Hawkes. A great book for the end of the school year or talking about civilizations or communities. Lessons and activities focus on:Summarizing key details (4 strategies: narrative retell, timeline, graphic organizer, Somebody Wanted But Then So)analyzing key ideas and eventsdescribing author's message / lessoncomparing and contrasting with a Venn diagramMain idea and de
Grades:
2nd - 5th
TOMIE DEPAOLA LEGENDS: READING COMPREHENSION & EXTENSIONS UNIT OF STUDY
Tomie dePaola is a beloved author and illustrator of children's books, known for his use of storytelling to teach important values and lessons. Many of his books are based on legends and folktales from various cultures, which he adapts and retells in his own unique style.By using legends as a basis for his stories, dePaola is able to impart important cultural and moral values to young readers. For example, in his book "The Legend of the Bluebonnet," he retells a Native American legend that teach
Grades:
2nd - 4th
Also included in: TOMIE dePAOLA: AUTHOR BUNDLE WITH AUTHOR STUDY & 7 BOOKS FEATURED
LAST STOP ON MARKET STREET-Matt De LaPena - READING LESSONS/EXTENSION ACTIVITIES
The Teacher's Guide for Last Stop on Market Street by Matt de la Peña is a comprehensive resource designed to enhance the reading experience for students. It offers a detailed breakdown of the book's themes, characters, and literary elements, making it an ideal tool for educators to facilitate meaningful classroom discussions. The guide includes a variety of extension activities that encourage critical thinking, creativity, and social awareness. From exploring the story's messages about communit
Grades:
2nd - 4th
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Valentines Day Guided Reading Passage- Cupid
This is a guided reading passage with standards based questions about the mythology behind our favorite Valentine's Day icon. The passage is an adapted version of the story from Roman mythology. The passage is around a reading level O-P and a lexile level of 600-690. A great way to infuse academics with Valentine's Day!
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Grades:
2nd - 5th
The Day You Begin by Jacqueline Woodson
The Day You Begin by Jacqueline Woodson is the story of a young girl who feels different from her new classmates. It is the story of discovery as she realised that actually she has things in common with others and if she just begins to accept her differences then so too will her classmates and they may even become her friends. A great book for the first day of school with activities that include a find-a-word, drawing pictures of a perfect holiday and a perfect summer, an activity to build cama
Grades:
K - 2nd
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CLICK, CLACK, MOO COWS THAT TYPE by Doreen Cronin: READING LESSONS & ACTIVITIES
"Click Clack Moo Cows That Type" is a beloved children's book written by Doreen Cronin and illustrated by Betsy Lewin. The book tells the story of Farmer Brown's cows who find an old typewriter and use it to communicate with him, demanding better living conditions. The book unit for kids can include various activities such as reading comprehension questions, vocabulary exercises, creative writing prompts, and arts and crafts projects related to the story's themes and characters. The unit explor
Grades:
1st - 3rd
Vanishing Colors (Constance Ørbeck-Nilssen/Akin Duzakin) Discussion Guide
Discuss Constance Ørbeck-Nilssen and Akin Duzakin's picture book Vanishing Colors in your classroom, library, or other setting. Arranged by Common Core literature standards, this free downloadable pdf will jumpstart conversations and invite reflection on the book's themes. Thematic connections include refugees, war, hope, and the importance of community. About Vanishing Colors: As a young girl and her mother take shelter for the night in their war-torn city, the whole world appears muted and da
Grades:
K - 4th
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