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4th grade holidays thematic unit plans for Easel
Halloween Reading Activities: Symbols & History of Halloween Worksheets
Our History of Halloween Activities Pack a great way to engage students this Halloween. This fun-filled pack includes passages about the history and symbols of Halloween, making it perfect for Halloween parties or classroom activities.What's Inside:History of Halloween: Explore the origins and traditions behind this beloved holiday.Trick-or-Treating: Learn about the popular tradition of going door to door for treats.Jack-o-Lanterns: Discover the history and significance of carving pumpkins.Batty
Grades:
2nd - 5th
The Headless Horseman (simplified The Legend of Sleepy Hollow) (Print + DIGITAL)
A spooky favorite Halloween story adapted by My Reading Resources for young readers! It’s a shortened and simplified version of the famous “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” by Washington Irving. Your students will have fun reading this adaptation of a classic ghost story for Halloween – or anytime!Lexile 610 Flesch-Kincaid 3.6 - perfect for grades 2-4!This is a 33-page Common Core aligned complete short story unit. The text is adapted from “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” by Washington Irving. This sho
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2nd - 4th
3rd 4th 5th Grade Non Fiction Close Reading Christmas Holidays Around the World
Use these close reading passages to keep rigor and learning alive in your classroom, even as winter break approaches! These passages have a reading level between 860 to 1120 and are great for small group/guided reading. I have always found there tends to be a lot of Holidays around the World information for the younger grades, but not so much for the intermediate grades. Each passage includes 4 comprehension questions where students are asked to go back into their text and underline the suppor
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3rd - 5th
Black History Month Differentiated Close Reading Unit
This Black History Month biography unit will introduce your students to 12 influential African Americans throughout different times in American history. This unit is designed to maximize student success since every article is offered in three levels of text and vocabulary complexity. The differentiation is done for you!
This is the perfect way to introduce your students to the contributions that African Americans have made in the areas of science, literature, politics, art, entertainment, educ
Grades:
1st - 4th
Also included in: Black History Month Biography BUNDLE
Black History Month
This Black History Month unit introduces your students to the accomplishments of 28 different African Americans through "biography briefs". They make a fabulous Black History Month bulletin board display and are the perfect place to begin class discussions and/or student research. There are 28 cards included- one for each day in February!
This packet is designed to give your students an overview of the impact that African Americans have made in the areas of politics, civil rights, music, spor
Grades:
K - 10th
Also included in: Black History Month Biography BUNDLE
Halloween Activities: The Legend of Sleepy Hollow Activity Packet -Color Version
Halloween Reading Activities: The Legend of Sleepy Hollow Halloween Activity Packet Color Version:This Halloween language arts and reading activity packet is for use with the Junior Classic version of Washington Irving's famous tale, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. Includes 14 reading comprehension quizzes (1 per chapter), Sleepy Hollow character sketch worksheets, Sleepy Hollow story analysis worksheet, event sequencing worksheet, and one creative writing prompt.This packet is a Color Version ONLY
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Grades:
2nd - 5th
Also included in: Sleepy Hollow Halloween Activity Packet Bundle - Color & B/W Versions
Balloons Over Broadway : A STEM Activity Packet
Need a picture book with integrated STEM Activities for Autumn?Balloons Over Broadway by Melissa Sweet, is a fabulous picture book for integrating literature, a beloved cultural tradition, and STEM activities. Our series includes activities to support reading, science, engineering, technology, and math. Teachers are saying :"We have tackled this challenge two falls now, and both groups found it completely engaging. They discovered various interesting engineering solutions for creating articula
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3rd - 5th
NGSS:
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Also included in: November STEM Activities Bundle
Rosa Parks- Black History Month
This resource includes a biography of Rosa Parks written on 3 different reading levels, 1 page of text dependent questions (perfect for class discussion and/or writing prompts) and 1 page for students to complete independantly (using evidence from the article to support their answers).
This resource was was designed to maximize student success since it is offered on three different levels of text and vocabulary complexity. The differentiation is done for you! Students can be given their ind
Grades:
1st - 4th
Presidents' Day Freebie | Differentiated Biography of Abraham Lincoln
This part of myPresidents' Day Close Read Unit . It is closely aligned to the Common Core State Standards for Informational Text. Included is a biography of Abraham Lincoln, and text dependent questions. The article is offered on three different levels of text and vocabulary complexity. The differentiation is done for you! Perfect for increasing exposure to rigorous texts, whole group instruction, small group instruction, homework, individual reading and responding and much more!The larger Pres
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1st - 4th
Halloween Reading Activities: Sleepy Hollow Activity Packet - B/W Version
Halloween Activities: The Legend of Sleepy Hollow Halloween Activities Packet Black & White Version:This Halloween reading and language arts activities packet is for use with the Junior Classic version of Washington Irving's famous tale, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. Includes 14 reading comprehension quizzes (1 per chapter), Sleepy Hollow character sketch worksheets, Sleepy Hollow story analysis worksheet, event sequencing worksheet, and one creative writing prompt.This packet is a Black &
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2nd - 5th
Also included in: Sleepy Hollow Halloween Activity Packet Bundle - Color & B/W Versions
Scarecrows: Non-Fiction Passages & Printables
Just print and teach with these printables all about the history of scarecrows."Scarecrows" is a 19 page resource that covers the history of scarecrows throughout the world, how they came to America, and how they are used today. There are 4 non-fiction passages with questions and 4 pages of flash cards to check comprehension. Answer keys for all are included. Standards are for grades 3-6, but this resource would also work great with 7th or 8th grade.What's Included:• Nonfiction Passages with te
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3rd - 6th
Spooky Stories & Printables to Reinforce Reading Skills
Seven spooky short stories to thrill your students while improving reading comprehension. Great for the days leading up to Halloween! Suspenses vary for each day! Each story has one to two pages of printables to review important reading skills. Gone is the battle to reinforce and instruct during the crazy, candy days of Halloween. Students will be so thrilled that they won't stand a ghost of a chance, and you will have (sneakily) succeeded in improving their skills. Answers are included. **
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4th - 6th
Abe Lincoln and the Civil War: Four Informational Text Passages & Printables
Check out this resource about Abraham Lincoln and the turbulent times of the Civil War. Four informational text passages are included along with challenging questions to make your students think about history while they sharpen their reading skills. The high interest passages are: Abraham Lincoln on the Road to the White House, Antietam, Harper’s Ferry, and Mathew Brady. These topics are also covered in Patricia Polacco’s book, “Just in Time, Abraham Lincoln”. Using picture books is an excell
Grades:
4th - 6th
FREE Thanksgiving Book for Speech Therapy - What Questions, AAC, Real Photos
FREE no prep, mini-lesson about Thanksgiving! Includes 'what' comprehension question, a manual communication board, and more.This story discusses what many people do on Thanksgiving (e.g., eat turkey, gather with family and friends) using real real photographs.This interactive PDF includes story text paired with picture symbols so students can follow along.Included in this freebie:- Adapted Thanksgiving book "Celebrating Thanksgiving"- Communication board/visuals with vocabulary related to the s
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PreK - 5th
Irish Tall Tales Nonfiction Comprehension Passages & Reading Strategies
A collection of nonfiction passages explaining the origin of Irish myths and tall tales. Included are high interest passages on leprechauns, the horseshoe, the pot of gold, and the shamrock. Each passage has a corresponding printable that covers reading skills (CCSS). There is a semantic gradient activity to accompany two passages and SQ3R activity for a third passage. Lesson plans, suggestions and answer keys are also included. A week long unit designed to engage students while using str
Grades:
3rd - 5th
Also included in: March Nonfiction and Fiction Reading Comprehension Bundle
Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passages and Printables About St. Nicholas
This nonfiction resource features 3 reading comprehension passages. Several standards are combined so students will have an opportunity to practice their skills without isolating each standard. The informational text passages are written using descriptive and cause/effect structure. Each passage is presented twice. The first time students will begin the analyzing process (identify main idea, supporting details, finding evidence). With the second reading, students are asked to dig a little deeper
Grades:
4th - 6th
Twas the Night Before Christmas Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Lessons
The objective of this nonfiction reading lesson is to delve into the life and work of Clement C. Moore, particularly his famous poem "A Visit from St. Nicholas," commonly known as "Twas the Night Before Christmas." Students will gain an understanding of the historical context, Moore's inspiration, and the lasting impact of this iconic Christmas poem. This nonfiction resource features 3 reading comprehension passages. Several standards are combined so students will have an opportunity to practice
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4th - 6th
Turkeys: non-fiction passages and printables
After reading the 3 high interest nonfiction passages, your students will know the difference between wild and domesticated turkeys, facts about turkeys, and how the turkey became part of the Thanksgiving tradition. Challenging questions on the printables help them analyze and comprehend the nonfiction text. Perfect for the week of Thanksgiving!All answer keys included!Standards covered:• Vocabulary - RI 3.4, RI 4.4, RI 5.4 RI 6.4• Using Details to Answer Questions- RI 3.1, RI 4.1, RI 5.1, RI
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3rd - 6th
Molly's Pilgrim Nonfiction book companion
Looking for a nonfiction book companion to use with the popular children's book Molly's Pilgrim? Then take a look at this resource! A great way to improve reading strategies and skills with your Thanksgiving study of this classic. Three non-fiction passages about the Cossacks, Russian Jews, and Barbara Cohen with text-dependent questions following each passage, AND 4 pages of printables to practice and reinforce reading skills using Molly's Pilgrim as a text. Answer keys for all are included. S
Grades:
2nd - 4th
Let Me Tell You About Jackie Robinson: Mini Nonfiction Unit
Jackie Robinson was a gentle giant in the world of baseball. But long before he became a legend on the baseball diamond, he was an all-American athlete, considerate son, Army officer, and youngest of five children. Three high-interest passages cover the highlights of Jackie's career and challenge students to think about this tumultuous period of American history. Students will be asked to make inferences, describe Jackie's relationships with others, practice vocabulary skills, and find evide
Grades:
3rd - 5th
Turkey Informative Writing | Have Can Are | Label | Life Cycle | Prompt Chart
Gobble up this turkey investigation with this informative writing packet! You can differentiate this 11 paged turkey themed packet to a student's needs by breaking it up into integrated lessons for an engaging fall turkey thematic unit. This packet would go perfectly along with a November, Thanksgiving, or Fall thematic unit.Use this thematic turkey unit for whole \ small group, centers (literacy, science or integrated lessons), sample collections, one on one interventions, data assessment, and
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PreK - 6th
Valentine's Day Lollipop Informative Writing Packet 11 Engaging and Fun Pages
Join us on an exciting Lollipop adventure with this comprehensive and informative writing packet! With 11 pages of engaging and fun materials, this thematic unit is perfect for your Valentine's Day or candy studies in February. The packet can be used in a variety of settings, including whole and small group instruction, centers, one-on-one intervention, and more.Featuring a Have Can Are Diagram for introducing verbs, adjectives, and nouns, writing prompts at three different levels, and a fun wor
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PreK - 6th
Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Unit: Companion to A Christmas Classic
Exciting nonfiction unit that works great as a book companion to a Christmas Classic! Engaging nonfiction passages, printables, 4 "un- flipbooks!" sensory printables, and character study. A must for your Christmas reading list! In this resource, your students will explore the land, animals, and plant life of the Arctic; meet the author, Chris Van Allsburg; and learn facts about the Northern lights and the real Polar Express, a brief history of trains; use their senses to write about things in t
Grades:
4th - 6th
Pumpkin Informative Writing | Have Can Are | Label | Life Cycle | Prompt
Have a pumpkin investigation with this informative writing packet! This 11 paged pumpkin packet can be broken up to differentiate based on a child's needs or broken up into singular lessons for a fun fall pumpkin thematic unit. Use this thematic pumpkin unit for whole or small group, literacy or science centers, one on one intervention and much more! Use the Have Can Are Diagram to introduce verbs, adjectives and nouns. The labeling activity is a great way to collect data for assessments. Not on
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Grades:
PreK - 6th
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