Less than $5 Elementary School Informational Text Homework (by rating)

Did you know that one young girl's courage was a pivotal moment in the Civil Rights Movement? Introduce your students to the inspiring story of Claudette Colvin with our engaging and educational resource, perfect for Black History Month and STAAR test preparation. Suitable for grades 6-8, this free, print-and-go resource combines historical significance with critical thinking.

Our resource includes a short, informative text about Claudette Colvin, followed by four carefully crafted multiple-choice questions. These questions are aligned with STAAR standards, focusing on skills such as inference, summary, and author's purpose. It's an ideal tool for deepening students' understanding of important historical figures while honing their test-taking abilities.

This versatile resource is perfect for various classroom needs:

☑️ Center in stations

☑️ Homework assignment

☑️ Warm-up activity

☑️ Part of a larger unit on informational text

As a free resource, it’s designed to be easy for teachers – just print and you're ready to go. It's a valuable addition to any lesson plan during Black History Month and beyond.

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Are you looking for non-prep reading comprehension activities? This ten-page resource is perfect for engaging students in bite-sized worksheets while strengthening their fluency, reading comprehension, and identifying text evidence. Students who need to practice reading comprehension skills will get loads of practice finding text evidence to answer comprehension questions - all while learning new and interesting food facts!

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This resource includes:

   ✏ 10 pages of non-fiction reading passages with comprehension questions

   ✏ !0 answer key cards for easy reference

   ✏ Non-fiction topics about food that all kids will love!

   ✏ No prep! Simply print and distribute.

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Get your students excited about reading with my reading passages with comprehension and vocabulary questions about topics that actually interest your students!

This Freebie includes passages on:

Animal Crossing (Popular Video Game)

DanTDM (Youtuber)

I use these passages in my 3rd - 5th grade Special Education Classroom. My students are not interested in reading, but love these passages! They need a lot of support with comprehension and vocabulary, so after I read these passages to them, they are excited to answer the questions about topics they love!

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This 3-page document goes along with "Turkeys" by Bailey White, which is in the Pearson 6th grade yellow textbook that my district uses. There are 7 questions about Main Idea on the front, and a paragraph response on the back that requires students to use details and evidence from the text in their answer. I have included an example paragraph to use as a model.

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Bring the magic of narwhals into your classroom with this engaging comprehension worksheet! The 150 word informational passage describes the unique characteristics and behaviors of the unicorn of the sea, the narwhal. Accompanying the text are 8 multiple choice questions plus 2 short answer questions that cover skills like main idea, vocabulary, drawing conclusions, supporting details, and author's purpose. Perfect for reading instruction, science lessons on ocean mammals, or sparking interest in persuasive writing on protecting endangered wildlife, this activity will challenge students while exposing them to an intriguing Arctic creature. Intended for grades 4-6, this worksheet can be used independently for practice or as part of a unit on whales, oceans, or endangered species. Watch your students light up as they learn all about magnificent narwhals and hone essential reading comprehension strategies at the same time!

Skills Covered:

Main idea & details

Vocabulary

Drawing conclusions

Author's purpose

Supporting evidence

Short answer response

Approximate Word Count: 150

Reading Level: R/S

Usage: Independent practice, comprehension checks, science enrichment, endangered species persuasive writing prompt.

Ready to 'color your students' world' with understanding this Valentine's Day?

Introducing our vibrant new resource, perfect for grades 4-6: the Valentine's Day Authors' Purpose Coloring Activity! This unique coloring resource brings together 20 engaging Valentine's-themed prompts, each carefully crafted to illustrate the six different author's purposes: Inform, Persuade, Entertain, Critique, Report, and Instruct.

In this colorful learning adventure, students will need our PDF and six specific colors to identify and color-code each author's purpose. It's not just a coloring activity; it’s a journey into the heart of reading comprehension and critical thinking, tailored specifically for young learners.

But wait, there's more love to spread! If you're looking for another delightful Valentine's Day coloring resource, don't miss our Valentine's Day Text Structure Color Sorts: A Rainbow of Learning. This free activity complements our Authors' Purpose Coloring Activity and is perfect for reinforcing text structure skills.

These resources are ideal for classroom activities, homework assignments, or as a part of your literacy centers. They're not just educational tools; they're a way to bring joy, color, and deeper understanding into your classroom this Valentine's Day.

So, why wait? Download our Valentine's Day Authors' Purpose Coloring Activity today, and watch as your students 'color their way' to mastering author's purposes, one hue at a time!

This resource includes comprehension passages about famous athletes such as Tom Brady, Michael Jordan, Steph Curry, and more. The passages are accompanied by basic WH questions and vocabulary questions, making it a great tool for improving students' reading comprehension skills.

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Benefits:

• High-interest passages to engage struggling readers
• Helps students work on comprehension skills in a fun way
• Increases student motivation by featuring content about their favorite athletes

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Instructions/Tips for Implementation

This resource can be implemented during small group instruction or as independent center activities for higher-level readers. Read the passages aloud to students and have them answer the accompanying questions to enhance their understanding.

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Are you ready to add a 'sweet touch' to learning text structures this Valentine's Day? Dive into our Valentine's Day Text Structure Coloring Sorts, a delightful and engaging free resource designed to help your students master the art of identifying different text structures. Perfect for grades 3-8, this activity blends the fun of Valentine's Day with essential learning objectives.

With our resource, students will explore five key text structures: Cause and Effect, Problem and Solution, Question and Answer, Chronological Order, and Description. Each text structure is cleverly themed around Valentine's Day, making learning both enjoyable and relevant.

All you need is the PDF copy and six colored pencils or crayons to get started. This activity serves as an excellent warm-up, a creative homework assignment, or a lively addition to any learning center. It's not just about coloring; it's about understanding and applying knowledge in a way that sticks.

Looking for more ways to engage your students in text structure mastery? Check out our comprehensive Informational Text Structure Mastery Bundle. This bundle complements the coloring activity and offers an in-depth exploration of text structures, perfect for middle school learners.

Don't miss out on this 'heartfelt' opportunity to blend creativity with critical thinking in your classroom. Download our Valentine's Day Text Structure Coloring Sorts today and watch as your students color their way to text structure mastery!