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A-Z Animal Alphabet Handprint Art | Alphabet Handprint Template
By Jennifer Arnold
this Handprint Alphabet Book Template offers 26 cute animal handprint designs perfect for preschoolers, toddlers, and babies to make as gifts or keepsakes.
Handprint crafts are a fun, hands-on way to engage toddlers and preschoolers while building important skills. They help children strengthen fine motor control as they paint, press, and decorate, which supports early writing skills.
These crafts also offer a great sensory experience, letting kids explore textures and colors with their hands. Plus, handprint projects make for memorable keepsakes that capture a moment in time, perfect for sharing with families or displaying in the classroom.
This A-Z Animal Handprint art bundle is a simple but meaningful way to combine creativity with learning!
What's Included:
1 file- 52 pages total.
Each design comes with one blank template and one example design.
How to Use:
Paper Recommendation: For best results, use cardstock.
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Too Many Tamales Activities Reading Comprehension Lesson Plan
By Dotty's Printables
This "Too Many Tamales" activities resource is for elementary school teachers and students in grades 2-4. It includes story summaries, character analysis worksheets, plot diagrams, comprehension questions, vocabulary lists and activities, and letter writing prompts.
Teachers can use it to guide discussions, reinforce vocabulary, and assess understanding through various fun activities. It can be used throughout the school year, especially during cultural studies or reading sessions.
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EMAIL ETIQUETTE | Start the year right
By That German English Teacher
This PowerPoint presentation is engaging, comprehensive, and designed to equip teachers with a powerful resource for teaching students the art of effective email communication.
This resource is right for you if you want to:
Teaching proper email etiquette is a great way to start the year right!
Prepare your students for life after school by teaching them how to communicate in a professional environment.
Do you use google slides? You can find the same slides pre-formatted forgoogle slides here!
Setting of a Story Fiction ELA Lesson Graphic Organizer Activities 3rd 4th 5th
By Magen Crim
Engage 3rd-5th graders with a story setting lesson: bell ringer, guided notes, ELA STAAR practice, activities, anchor chart, model passage, and exit ticket—ideal for intervention, stations, STAAR prep, and independent reading comprehension work!
A low-prep lesson designed to help learners master setting in a fun and structured way within the Fiction Genre.
➡️ Why You Will Love
⭐A lesson plan that is planned and prepped so you get your planning time back!
⭐Science of reading-aligned strategies for students to apply to their reading.
⭐Real-world connections so that students see how the skill is applied to their everyday lives.
⭐Flexible Format to integrate into any curriculum.
⭐Differentiated small group instruction cards to help you reach every learner in your classroom.
➡️ What’s Included
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Your students will love the adventure lesson, variety, and engagement provided in this resource! Bring Setting to life with this resource!
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2 Read aloud roulettes, one in English and other in Spanish, and free book room
By Ms Garcia Store
This resource only works on the newest versions of PowerPoint, these are PowerPoint 365, PowerPoint 19, or higher. It doesn't work on Google Slides.
Do you have extra time in class and you don't know what to do? Do you want to show the students the books in a fun way? This is your tool.
It is totally editable. You can change the bitmoji and the titles of the books, changing their pictures for covers of other books, and changing their links for their corresponding links. You can even create your own reading-aloud videos and link them to the pictures.
How it works
Play the PowerPoint file in presentation mode. You will see a bitmoji (you can put yours) and a text that says "What book are we going to read today? (This question is also editable)
1. Click on the roulette and it will start spinning
2. Click again to stop the roulette. It will show a number from 1 to 12, and 12 book covers will be shown.
3. Click on the book that corresponds with the number shown in the roulette
4. Enjoy the read aloud
Books in this set:
- Squids will be squids (21' 15'')
- Actual size (5' 05'')
- Exclamation mark (4'58'')
- The dot (3' 45'')
- Pancho rabbit and the coyote (8' 33'')
- Firefly July (9' 12'')
- The kid who changed the world (10' 22'')
- Grandfather Gandhi (8' 16'')
- Double trouble (7' 39'')
- Bat kitty (9' 44'')
- The haunted library (8' 04'')
- Where the sidewalk ends (11' 59'')
Books in this set (all of them in Spanish):
- Oso pardo, oso pardo, ¿Qué ves ahí? (2'41'')
- Tamaño real (12'44'')
- Owen (5'00'')
- El punto (5'36'')
- Boris- Un nuevo compañero en la escuela (9'17'')
- El monstruo de colores (2'38'')
- Stelaluna (14'39'')
- Olivia (5'15'')
- La llama llama rojo pijama (3'15'')
- Huevos verdes con jamón (5'39'')
- El pez arcoiris (6'34'')
- La asombrosa Graciela (9'10'')
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A-Z Alphabet Handprint Art, 26 Designs Included | Alphabet Handprint Template
By Jennifer Arnold
This Handprint Alphabet Book Template offers 26 cute designs perfect for preschoolers, toddlers, and babies to make as gifts or for keepsakes.
Handprint crafts are a fun, hands-on way to engage toddlers and preschoolers while building important skills. They help children strengthen fine motor control as they paint, press, and decorate, which supports early writing skills.
These crafts also offer a great sensory experience, letting kids explore textures and colors with their hands. Plus, handprint projects make for memorable keepsakes that capture a moment in time, perfect for sharing with families or displaying in the classroom.
This Alphabet Handprint art bundle is a simple but meaningful way to combine creativity with learning!
What's Included:
1 file- . 52 pages total.
Each design comes with one blank template and one example design.
How to Use:
Paper Recommendation: For best results, use cardstock.
Need Assistance?
If you have any questions or encounter issues, please don't hesitate to contact us. We're here to help!
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English Language Arts Certificate Awards For Middle and High School
By A Plus Education
Recognize your student's hard work and effort throughout the school year with this set of English Language awards in gold theme. These awards are standards based with each award including the number of the standard.
Awards for literary reading, speaking, listening, writing, informational reading, language conventions, and some miscellaneous awards are included and saved by category in separate folders.
These awards could be given throughout the school year and for a school-wide awards program. These awards are a great way reward and to motivate your students to do well as well as create a positive inspiring classroom culture.
This product is an editable PowerPoint file, you must have PowerPoint software to use this product.
Editable means only the text can be edited.
Letter H Handwriting Worksheets | Letter of the Week Alphabet Activities PK-1
By My Kinder Garden
Help young learners master the letter H with this comprehensive handwriting packet! Designed for preschool to first grade, it includes various tracing and writing activities to develop fine motor skills and letter recognition. Ideal for classrooms and homeschooling, these printable worksheets make learning the alphabet engaging and effective.
Help young learners master the letter H with these engaging Letter H Handwriting Worksheets! Perfect for preschool, kindergarten, and first grade, these Letter of the Week activities include tracing, writing, and fine motor skill development. Designed for early childhood education, these alphabet practice sheets are ideal for homeschool, classroom use, or back-to-school handwriting practice. Boost letter recognition and writing confidence with these printable handwriting worksheets, perfect for alphabet curriculum and fun letter learning activities. Download now and make letter learning exciting for your students!
This resource offers:
Perfect for enhancing handwriting skills and letter identification in young students.
Purpose and Benefits
This resource offers a structured approach to teaching the letter H, focusing on:
By incorporating these worksheets into your lessons, you can streamline your planning process and provide engaging, no-prep activities that align with early childhood education standards.
Key Features
Diverse Practice Pages: Multiple worksheets dedicated to writing the letter H, ensuring ample practice.
Sentence Tracing and Writing:
Story Writing Prompts: Pages prompting students to write stories about words beginning with H, fostering creativity and application.
Illustration Opportunities: Worksheets that combine tracing sentences with drawing, allowing students to connect words with images.
Word Tracing with Visuals:
Letter Identification Activities:
Enhance your alphabet curriculum with this comprehensive set of Letter H Handwriting Worksheets. Designed to be both educational and enjoyable, these printables are perfect for classroom settings, homeschooling, or additional practice at home. Download now to provide your students with the tools they need to succeed in their handwriting journey!
Improve your students handwriting skills with this fun and engaging handwriting worksheets and letter identification printables alphabet activity packet for the letter H. From tracing and learning to write and identify the letter Hh, these worksheets will get your preschool student, kindergartner or first grader well on their way to forming neat and legible penmanship as well as learning to identify the letter Hh. Click for more information and get your hands on this comprehensive handwriting package today!
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Guess the Word Card Game | Literary Elements Edition
By That German English Teacher
If you love to incorporate games into your review routine, this one is for you!
This fun card game follows the same rules as taboo. Students get to explain literary elements without saying the words listed on the card. There are a total of 27 cards including:
Watch your students get creative as they review the most important literary terms!
The best part? This template can be adjusted based on your classes' needs! Want to add a term? Just put it in there and print another card!
Bundle LGBTQ History or Pride Month Activities for Middle School ELA
By A World to Explore Store - A Heritage Month Depot
Looking for a simple and powerful way to celebrate diversity in your classroom? Do you want to engage your students and motivate them to learn? Then download my Bundle LGBTQ History or Pride Month Activity! Your students will thoroughly enjoy learning about the LGBTQ community and history with these fun activities!
WEBQUEST
This comprehensive research project allows students to learn about the LGBTQ+ community's history, people, and more! This WebQuest is perfect for Pride Month, LGBTQ+ History Month, small groups or individuals, substitute plans, homework, extra credit, and more!
You'll receive this activity in print and digital formats when you purchase this scavenger hunt resource. The research questions provide scaffolded instruction that can be completed individually, in pairs, or in small groups. You can use this lesson as a fun team-building or gamified activity. Your students are guaranteed to learn more about Ramadan with this high-quality, no-prep resource!
TRIVIA GAMES
These individual or team-building activities include questions on LGBTQ history, people, places, and events, allowing students to deepen their understanding of this often-overlooked community.
Use it as an engaging opener, attention-getter, a brain break, or build right into your lesson plans! This engaging resource comes with 50+ multiple-choice questions and instructions for three different games. Games can be played while moving around the classroom or sitting in seats or on the floor. A handout is included for quiet seatwork, homework, or emergency sub plans!
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Author's Voice Lesson Graphic Organizer Activity Centers Warm up 3rd 4th 5th
By Magen Crim
Engage 3rd-5th graders with an author’s voice fiction lesson: bell ringer, guided notes, ELA STAAR practice, activities, anchor chart, model passage, and exit ticket—ideal for intervention, stations, STAAR prep, independent reading comprehension, and differentiated supports!
A low-prep lesson designed to help learners master the author’s voice in a fun and structured way within the Fiction Genre.
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⭐Science of reading-aligned strategies for students to apply to their reading.
⭐Real-world connections so that students see how the skill is applied to their everyday lives.
⭐Flexible Format to integrate into any curriculum.
⭐Differentiated small group instruction cards to help you reach every learner in your classroom.
➡️ What’s Included
Detailed Mini-Lesson Plan
Warm Up
Anchor Chart
Real-World Connections
Interactive Adventure Google Lesson Slides
Teacher Model Text
Guided Notes
Guided Practice with key terms
Differentiated Small Group Instruction Cards
Student Activity: Scavenger Hunt
Exit Ticket
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Bone Soup Halloween Read Aloud Book Companion Comprehension Study Worksheets Fun
By April S Bash
Bone Soup, Reading Comprehension Pack with activities including quiz, sequencing, vocabulary, writing, math, speech & language, and more, based on the book by Cambria Evans (book not included).
This 52-page packet provides a variety of levels to reach each individual student. Please see preview pages and descriptions below :
54 Pages Total Include:
1. Table of Contents
2. * * * TOC, Icons
Comprehension
3. 10 Comprehension short-answer questions
4. continued
5. 10 Multiple Choice Questions
6. continued
7. *** answer sheet (corresponds with both sets)
8. Story Sequencing : 12 written scenes from the story to place in order, with illustrations
9. *** Sequencing answers
10. ** Sequencing : Blank paste sheet
11. Character Traits : Cut out the 10 traits & paste the correct ones with the character (NEW 2024)
12. * * * Character Traits : Paste sheet
13. Story Elements : Who, What, When, Where, Main Idea, Problem Solving
14. Reflection : Connection, Text-to-Self, Steps You Would Give to ….
15. Story Map: Setting, Characters, Problem, Solution
16. Title Page: Author, Illustrator, add your own illustration
17. Cause & Effect : Fill in the remaining Cause & Effect blanks
18. Book Report : Who is the author? Fiction or Non Fiction? Characters? Favorite part? Rate this book!
Writing
19. Key Questions : Who, What, When, Where, How, Why (With Graphics)
20. Step By Step : First, Next, Then, Last
21. Step By Step : First, Next, Then, Last : with shaped-illustrated writing areas
22. Writing Prompt : with cauldron- shaped lined paper ...
23. Compare & Contrast Venn Diagram: Finnigan Vs Villagers
24. Opinion Journal: What did you think? What would you change?
25. Design & Detail illustrating page …
26. Acrostic Poem : ZOMBIES
Vocabulary
27. Read & Respond : Main Idea, Supporting Details, Author’s Purpose, My New Vocabulary
28. Vocabulary : 10 words from the book with match-up definition
29. *** Vocabulary Answer Sheet
30. Vocabulary Words in Use –insert the correct word in each sentence using the Vocabulary 10-Word Box
31. *** Vocabulary Words in Use Answer Sheet
Spelling
32. 20-Word Search page
33. 10 Word Scramble page
34. Spelling Words : 10 words plus 1 Bonus, from the book, on lined paper
35. *** Spelling Test : blank, lined paper
36. ABC Order : 20 words from the book
37. *** ABC Order : Answer Sheet
38. Syllables : Divide the 20 words into syllables
39. * * * Syllables : Answer Sheet
40. Rhyme Time :15 words from the book, to match up to 15 homophone rhyming words
41. Contractions : 9 contractions to combine, or separate
42. Word Maker : How Many Words Can You Make From CREATURES
43. * * * Word Maker Answer Sheet
Math
44. Follow the instructions : coloring, multiplication/division using photos
45. Follow the instructions : counting pictures , left/right
46. Follow the instructions : First/Second/Third/Fourth ; Counting photos graph
47. Math : 12 simple addition problems
48. * * * Math : answer sheet
49. Math : 12 simple multiplication problems
50. * * * Math : answer sheet
Speech & Language
51. Label a Witch : 8 labels with fill-in-the-blank & word box included.
52. Lebel That Photo : Label 15 photos with cut & paste words
53. Senses : Feels, Smells, Looks, Tastes & Sounds Like
54. Seek, Find & Color : 20 images to find on the page & color by instruction
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Printable Dolch Sight Words Practice Worksheets | No Prep Activities for First Grade (1st Grade)
By SmileyRainbowStudio
Printable Dolch Sight Words Practice Worksheets | No Prep Activities for First Grade (1st Grade)
Help your child start reading with our Dolch Sight Words Worksheets - 1st Grade Level! These fun worksheets are made for young learners to practice important sight words in an easy and engaging way.
Activities Included:
Perfect for 1st Grade students, these worksheets make learning sight words enjoyable and effective. Use them at home or in the classroom to help your child become a confident reader.
Features:
Start your child's reading journey with our Dolch Sight Words Worksheets today!
All In One Poetry Unit - Where You Read, Create, & Analyze Poetry
By YourTeachingDoc
In this All-In-One Poetry Unit, students will explore the world of poetry and discover the beauty of expression through reading, writing, and learning. They will develop their skills in identifying different types of poetry and learn key terms related to poetry. With practice, students will master common poetry terms and create their unique poems. This unit is sure to inspire a love for poetry in students and foster a sense of creativity and imagination.
✏ What's Included:
* 51-slide PowerPoint with Poetry Terms, Types of Poetry, and Poetry Examples
* 6 Guided Practice slides embedded into the PPT at key intervals
* 5 Independent Practice slides embedded into the PPT after the Guided Practice
* 1 Interactive Kahoots game code (20-question review)
* 1 Crossword Puzzle focusing on Key Poetry Terms and Types (with Answer Key)
* 1 Quiz/Test over Poetry Types and Terms
* 1 Poetry Poster for your Classroom
This resource is suitable for traditional classroom settings as well as for ELL/ESOL teachers and special education teachers, making it a versatile and inclusive addition to any teaching program. These make a great homeschool addition to your poetry unit!
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Hanukkah Activity Bundle to Learn About Judaism
By A World to Explore Store - A Heritage Month Depot
Do you want to make learning about Hanukkah FUN? Do you want your students to improve their research skills and be engaged? Then download this Hanukkah Activity Bundle - Trivia Games! Well suited for the Language Arts or Social Studies classroom, and perfect for individuals and teams, your students will learn this holiday's history and traditions. A handout of the trivia questions is included to be used as quiet seat work, as homework, or as emergency sub plans.
Trivia Games:
This resource comes with 30+ multiple-choice questions and instructions for three different games. Each game has the typical gameplay AND speed rounds to reinforce what they have learned. Games can be played while moving around the classroom or sitting in their seats or on the floor.
WebQuest:
This is all you need to celebrate Hanukkah! Your students will learn about the history, traditions, facts, food, and fun of Hanukkah with this WebQuest. Some questions students will locate easily while others they will have to explore deeper to find the correct answers. This WebQuest comes in both digital and in-person form and can be completed individually, in pairs, or in small groups.
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Bundle Day of the Dead Activity and a Día de los Muertos Bulletin Board Set
By A World to Explore Store - A Heritage Month Depot
Do you want to make learning about Día de los Muertos fun? Do you want to motivate your students to learn about other cultures? Then download this Bundle Day of the Dead Activity and a Día de los Muertos Bulletin Board Set!
Your students will learn the history and traditions of this holiday with the WebQuest. Your classroom will look festive with these no prep print-and-hang posters! Well suited for the Language Arts or Social Studies classroom, this is all you need to celebrate this holiday!
WEBQUEST: The research questions provide scaffolded instruction that can be completed individually, in pairs, or in small groups. You can use this lesson as a fun team-building or gamified activity. Your students are guaranteed to learn more with this high-quality, no-prep resource!
BULLETIN BOARD: Great for middle and high school, these no-prep, print-and-hang posters will be the perfect touch to your festivities.
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Sensory Writing: Descriptive Language Slides & Worksheets for Grades 3-6
By Jennifer Nguyen
Bring Writing to Life with Sensory Descriptive Writing for Grades 3-6
This Sensory Descriptive Writing Pack is perfect for developing students' descriptive writing skills by exploring the five senses. Ideal for Grades 3-6, this resource helps students create vivid, sensory-rich writing through activities that use sight, sound, touch, taste, and smell to enhance storytelling. With ready-to-use materials that align with Common Core, TEKS, and the UK National Curriculum, this resource offers a complete toolkit for teaching descriptive writing.
What’s Included?
✏️ Print Materials: Worksheets, Answer Keys, PDF Slides
✅ Digital Materials: Non-Editable Google Slides/PowerPoint, Audio clip
What’s Inside?
✔️ 20 page PowerPoint/Google Slides
✔️ 8 Worksheets
✔️ Visual Aid
✔️ Audio clip
✔️ Teacher & Student Directions
✔️ Learning Objectives & Success Criteria
✔️ Lesson Route
✔️ Answer Key & Tips
Why Teachers Love This Resource:
✏️ No Prep
✏️Print and Go
✏️ Versatile Use
✏️ Classroom-Tested
✏️ Aligned with Aligned with Common Core, TEKS, and UK National Curriculum.
When to Use This Resource:
✅ Literacy Lessons (1-2 hour sessions)
✅ Creative Writing Workshops
✅ Review
✅ Sub Plans
What Do You Need?
✏️ Pencils
✏️ Computer with speakers
✏️ Projector for slides (Slides are in PowerPoint format and can be uploaded to Google Drive to open as Google Slides)
Skills Focused:
✔️ Descriptive Writing
✔️ Creative Writing
✔️ Critical Thinking
✔️ Independent Learning
Curriculum Alignment
Common Core State Standards (CCSS)
W.3.3-W.6.3: Write narratives using descriptive details and sensory language.
W.3.4-W.6.4: Produce clear, task-appropriate writing.
L.3.5-L.6.5: Use figurative language to enrich descriptions.
Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS)
§110.5-§110.8 (Grades 3-6)
(b)(12)(A-D): Develop literary texts using sensory details.
(b)(10)(D): Edit drafts to improve sentence structure and conventions.
(b)(11)(C): Revise drafts to enhance style, word choice, and sentence variety.
UK National Curriculum (Years 3-6)
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Bilbo's Journey Map | The Hobbit | Poster & Google Slide
By That German English Teacher
Embark on a visual journey through Middle-Earth with this Story Map Activity following Bilbo through Middle-Earth. Tailored for high school and middle school classrooms, this versatile resource provides a dynamic exploration of J.R.R. Tolkien's masterpiece. Whether you prefer a hands-on, printable map or a digital experience through Google Slides, this product is designed to engage students in a memorable exploration of the novel's key plot points.
This product gives you access to the Google Slide and the Canva map! This is an easy way to customize the map for your unit!
Key Features:
Large Printable Map: Transport your students to the magical realms of "The Hobbit" with a large printable map of Middle-earth. Perfect for classroom displays or individual exploration, this map is a captivating visual aid.
Interactive Google Slides Activity: Harness the power of technology with a Google Slides activity. Featuring a drag-and-drop option, students can virtually navigate through the story, enhancing their understanding of key plot points and locations.
Additional Plot Images: Take the interactive experience to the next level! Printable images representing significant moments of the plot can be added to the map. Whether it's the encounter with Gollum or the Battle of the Five Armies, visually anchor these moments for a richer understanding.
Versatility for Various Learning Environments: Whether you're in a physical classroom or engaging with students remotely through Google Classroom, this resource adapts to your teaching environment seamlessly.
Why Choose "The Hobbit Story Map Activity"?
Visual Learning Reinforcement: Reinforce key plot points and geographical elements of "The Hobbit" through visual learning aids.
Engaging Hands-On and Digital Options: Cater to diverse learning preferences with a large printable map for tactile learners and a Google Slides activity for a digital interactive experience.
Comprehensive Understanding: Enhance comprehension by providing students with a spatial understanding of the novel's narrative journey.
Print-and-Go or Virtual Flexibility: Choose the format that suits your classroom dynamics, allowing seamless integration into your lesson plans.
Bundle Natural Disasters Environmental Activities and a Research WebQuest
By A World to Explore Store - A Heritage Month Depot
Do you need an engaging current event activity about the environment? Do you want to motivate your students to learn? Then download this Bundle Natural Disasters Environmental Activities and a Research WebQuest! Your students will learn about volcanoes, hurricanes, solar flares, hail, storms, lightning, floods, and a variety of other naturally occurring events.
WEBQUEST
When you purchase this scavenger hunt resource, you'll receive the activity in both print and digital formats. The research questions provided allow for scaffolded instruction that can be completed individually, in pairs, or in small groups. You can even use this lesson as a fun team-building or gamified activity. Your students are guaranteed to learn more with this high-quality, no-prep resource!
3 TRIVIA GAMES
Students will enjoy answering multiple-choice questions with these three unique trivia games for small groups or the whole class. Students will learn about the causes, facts, and figures of various natural disasters. Great for an attention-getter, brain break, engaging opener, or built into your lesson plans!
➟ A handout of questions is included to use as quiet seat work!
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Summary Paraphrasing Lesson Activity Centers Warm up Exit Ticket 3rd 4th 5th
By Magen Crim
Engage 3rd-5th graders with a summary paraphrasing lesson: bell ringer, guided notes, ELA STAAR practice, activities, anchor chart, model passage, and exit ticket—ideal for intervention, stations, STAAR prep, and independent reading comprehension work!
A low-prep lesson designed to help learners master summary, retell, and paraphrase in a fun and structured way within the Fiction Genre.
➡️ Why You Will Love
⭐A lesson plan that is planned and prepped so you get your planning time back!
⭐Science of reading-aligned strategies for students to apply to their reading.
⭐Real-world connections so that students see how the skill is applied to their everyday lives.
⭐Flexible Format to integrate into any curriculum.
⭐Differentiated small group instruction cards to help you reach every learner in your classroom.
➡️ What’s Included
➡️ How to Use Suggestions
Begin with a warm-up to spark curiosity and introduce the day’s focus.
Teach with the anchor chart, lesson slides, model text, guided practice, and guided doodle notes, encouraging students to make connections.
Engage students with a story-driven adventure lesson.
Provide scaffolded practice using small group instruction and independent activities.
Wrap up with an exit ticket to assess understanding and inform future lessons.
Use Google Slides and Adobe to assign or download resources.
Your students will love the adventure lesson, variety, and engagement provided in this resource! Bring Summary to life with this resource!
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