1st Grade Writing-Expository Resources (by date, oldest first)

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Nonfiction Research Notes Packet

By Literacy with Carly

This product includes;

*Student Nonfiction Research Packet

(Geared towards research on animals but one page is without headings for you to adjust as you'd like)

-There are sections for Habitat, Young, Physical Features, Food, Interesting Facts, and an extra blank form.

-Schema

-Questions you have on the animal

-Important words

-Resources Page

*Final Product RAFT Menu

*Rubric for Grading

Feel free to see more in depth on this product and how it is used on my blog at

http://firstgradefabulosity.blogspot.com/2014/03/nonfiction-research-project.html

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Lined Writing Paper nonfiction, opinion, narratives, final copy publishing paper

By Simply Read

Lined writing paper with picture box. Publishing writing paper for any elementary classroom writing assignment grades 1-4. These 6 pages of decorative writing paper are great for final copies of any writing assignment.
Printable for publishing personal narratives, expository writing, opinion writing, and paragraph writing.

Includes:

3 different paper designs.

2 pages for each design - a page with a space for a picture and a full page of lines.

Get even more designs with picture boxes:

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Line writing paper with picture 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th grade final copy publishing

By Simply Read

Writing / Publishing paper for first, second, third, forth, or fifth grade

Printable lined paper with picture box

This product includes 6 different designs.

There are 2 pages for each design - a page with a space for a picture and a full page of lines. There are a total of 12 pages of lined paper.

These are great for final copies of any writing assignment including personal narratives, expository writing, opinion writing, informational writing, all about me, and paragraph writing.

This is a perfect lined paper template with picture box

1st grade, 2nd grade, 3rd grade, 4th grade, 5th grade

Use this writing paper for any classroom writing assignments.

solid lines with space for primary or upper elementary

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Lined writing paper with picture box publishing paper 2nd 3rd grade final copy

By Simply Read

Lined writing paper with picture box. Great for publishing any type of writing - narratives, expository, fiction, nonfiction, opinions, reviews, summaries, journal writing, persuasive and more. This lined writing paper has a picture box option and a full page of lines option for all elementary school grades 1-4

Included:

*9 different designs for writing paper

*A page with a picture box and a full lined page to match for each design

Printable, no prep, lined publishing paper that is ready to go any time your class writes

**THIS IS A GROWING BUNDLE! EACH MONTH NEW DESIGNS WILL BE ADDED AND YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED. BUY NOW WHILE THE PRICE IS LOW AND GET ALL THE NEW DESIGNS ADDED FOR FREE WHEN AS THE ARE ADDED!

EMAIL me with questions: jfarrell311@gmail.com

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Types of Writing Bundle-Wacky Writing Kids

By Kim Romero

The Wacky Writing Kids' Bundle comes with 3 products bundled together for a discounted price. The bundle comes with All Wacky Writing Kids templates and writing prompts.

The Wacky Writing Kids products are great to incorporate fun and creativity while practicing the different types of writing. Students will love to construct each Wacky Kid Template. The template serves as a Writing Anchor Poster or Plan for each type of writing. After students create their writing plan they can write their paragraph on the lined paper provided. The Wacky Writing kids template also includes a writing checklist to proofread and edit their writing. The Wacky Writing kids make a fun wall display! This is a great activity as part of a Writing Lesson, at a Writing Workstation, or as an Art and Craft project.

The Wacky Writing Kids Bundle includes all three of the following products:

Wacky Writing- Informative Kit

Informative Isaac Body Template (writing plan)

Informative Isabelle Body Template (writing plan)

Line Writing Paper Template

Writing Prompt and Title Template

Blank Writing Prompt and Title Template

Wacky Writing- Narrative Kit

Narrative Nate Body Template (writing plan)

Narrative Natalie Body Template (writing plan)

Line Writing Paper Template

Writing Prompt and Title Template

Blank Writing Prompt and Title Template

Wacky Writing- Persuasive Kit

Persuasive Pete Body Template (writing plan)

Persuasive Paula Body Template (writing plan)

Line Writing Paper Template

Writing Prompt and Title Template

Blank Writing Prompt and Title Template

All printables in black and white.

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Informative Writing Activity-Wacky Writing Kids

By Kim Romero

If you are interested in this product please check out My

Wacky Writing Kids' Bundle. The above bundle includes this product and the Wacky Writing Kids' Narrative and Informative Activity products at a discounted price.

If you are only interested in this product please continue reading....

Meet Informative Isabelle and Isaac. They are the Wacky Writing Informative twins.

The Wacky Writing Kids product incorporates fun and creativity while practicing the different types of writing. Informative Isaac and Isabelle make writing exciting! Students will love to construct each Wacky Kid Template. The template serves as a Writing Anchor Poster or Plan for each type of writing. After students create their writing plan they can write their paragraph on the lined paper provided. The Wacky Writing kids template also includes a writing checklist to proofread and edit their writing.

The Wacky Writing kids make a fun wall display! All the printables included are: A Complete Wacky Kid Template, Writing Paper, Writing Prompt, and frames. This is a great activity as part of a Writing Lesson, at a Writing Workstation, or as an Art and Craft project.

Informative Writing Activity Includes:

Informative Isaac Body Template (writing plan)

Informative Isabelle Body Template (writing plan)

Line Writing Paper Template

Writing Prompt and Title Template

Blank Writing Prompt and Title Template

All printables in black and white.

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Happy Groundhog's Day! Groundhog Craft and Non-fiction texts

By Leslie Ann Porter - Small Town Teacher Life

Perfect for Groundhog's Day observance! File includes instructions and masters to create a groundhog using heart shapes and two non-fiction texts (one with facts about groundhogs and one with facts about the holiday). The texts can be used as student readers, or as resources for expository writing.

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Easy Animal Report Project with Craft & Bonus Bulletin Board Header

By Leslie Ann Porter - Small Town Teacher Life

A perfectly adorable February Bulletin Board! 4 sweet animal templates made with hearts and options for extending the craft with expository writing! A cute way to learn about animals while having festive fun. Options to use purchased foam hearts or construction paper hearts from the patterns included.

*Bonus! "These Animals Have Our Hearts" Bulletin Board Headers!

Animal crafts and non-fiction text included in this resource:

Owl

Panda

Leopard

Groundhog

Each non-fiction text can be used for student readers or reports and include a color picture of the animal.

*Groundhog is also sold separately

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Thanksgiving Writing Activities | Friendly letter, Build your own, and more!

By Lucy's Little Learners

This Thanksgiving writing activity set has everything you need to get your students writing about Thanksgiving.

Prompts included:

My _______ will be at my Thanksgiving Table. (8 different family options to choose from)

My favorite food at Thanksgiving is _____.

I am thankful for _____.

I am thankful for you because ______. (letter to friend or family member)

Also included:

Build your own family cut and paste

Build your own Thanksgiving dinner cut and paste with 12 food options, with and without text labels.

All pages are offered only in black and white so your students can customize to their specific family or meal preferences!

Make sure to follow my store on TeachShare and Pinterest, links to both are below. Feel free to email me with any questions or suggestions.

Don’t forget to leave a review! You can earn TeachShare credits to use for future purchases!

Keywords: Thanksgiving, writing, Kindergarten, first grade, 1st grade, writing practice, my family, at my Thanksgiving table, Thanksgiving dinner, Thanksgiving food, reading, ELAR

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Veteran's Day Thank You Cards (English and Spanish)

By Beth Hammett

Instill gratitude for our Armed Services with these 20 Veteran's Day Thank You Cards. Write a note of thanks, color images, fold, and give to make a veteran smile! Includes a mix of English and Spanish gratitude phrases, black and white images to color, and one blank card for students to create their own Veteran's Day message. Highlights each branch of the Armed Services: Army, Marines, and Navy. Includes female and male armed services members. Use as across curriculum government/history/social studies and ELA lesson, to practice fact-based letter/note writing skills, develop social skills, learn more about U.S. history, practice vocabulary, and meet local veterans in your community. Contact your local Veteran's of Foreign Wars (VFW) for a list of veterans in your area.

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Magazine Covers Writing Activities

By Beth Hammett

13 magazine-like covers/handouts designed to help students master CCSS genre study elements for non-fiction texts. After studying real magazine covers, have students choose their favorite topic and fill-in the information. Color the images for great classroom displays! Includes directions and suggestions for use and connections for Common Core subjects. Magazine covers handouts include: Animals, Games, Gardening, History, Math, Music, Reader, Science, Sports, Technology, Writer, Blank Form Can be used for inferencing, main ideas, paraphrases,spelling, summaries, titles, vocabulary, and more...

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Compare and Contrast Essay Writing Assignment

By Beth Hammett

A fun way to introduce compare and contrast writing through collaborative learning and peerworkshopping for elementary, ELL, and emergent writers. Includes: Group exercise for working with compare and contrast Interactive comparing/contrasting essay writing assignment Handouts for group/individual listings (graphic organizer) Slide by Slide writing guide: intro, bodies, conclusion Easy to follow examples Thesis Intoduction Relationship Words handout Peer workshopping component Scoring rubric for grading Diploma for mastery of compare and contrast essay Great way to get students to discuss concepts and skills. Easy introduction for lower level learners. Also, great icebreaker activity! Students will be excited about compare and contrast writing Meets CCSS.

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Veteran's Day Bundle

By Beth Hammett

Veteran’s Day Bundle

This three packet activity bundle has more than 50+ handouts to help students define, understand, and discuss the importance of Veteran’s Day.

Packet 1: Veteran’s Day Thank You Cards (English and Spanish)

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Instill gratitude for our Armed Services with these 20 Veteran's Day Thank You Cards. Write a note of thanks, color images, fold, and give to make a veteran smile!

Includes a mix of English and Spanish gratitude phrases, black and white images to color, and one blank card for students to create their own Veteran's Day message. Highlights each branch of the Armed Services: Army, Marines, and Navy. Includes female and male armed services members.

Use as across curriculum government/history/social studies and ELA lesson, to practice fact-based letter/note writing skills, develop social skills, learn more about U.S. history, practice vocabulary, and meet local veterans in your community. Contact your local Veteran's of Foreign Wars (VFW) for a list of veterans in your area.

Packet 2: 30 Veteran’s Day Activities

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30 activities to celebrate Veteran's Day! Coloring, lists, poems, writings, and more...for using critical thinking skills to learn about a national holiday.

Includes:

Democracy is...
Freedom is...
Liberty means...
The eagle is representative of...
Veteran's Day Speech
Map for listing no. of veterans/naming veterans
10 Ways to Thank a Veteran
Make your own dog-tags
Many faces of soldiers
Many roles of soldiers
What Veteran's Day means to me...
Thank you to a Veteran
My Message to a Veteran
Decorate the tombstone of a fallen soldier
Veteran Acrostic Poem
A Veteran's Poem
My favorite branch of armed services
My Pledge for Peace
Veteran's Day Maze
Veteran's Day Word Search
Women's roles in the Armed Services
How many words can you make from "veteran"
What will you do on Veteran's Day?
From a soldier's point of view: What Veteran's Day means...
The War Wall--fill in to make and display your own war wall

30 activities to help students acknowledge, appreciate, celebrate, and honor veterans and what the special day means.

Packet 3: Get Fit Action Story: A Veteran’s Day Celebration

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What is Veterans Day? When does it fall each year? What kinds of celebrations honor our veterans? Students get an introduction and definition of Veterans Day, plus why it is different than Memorial Day. Then, get ready to join the parade! Play ball, watch fireworks, and thank a veteran for serving!

Get Fit Action Stories combine reading, sight words, listening, speaking, directions, and physical education into one assignment. It's a fun, physical learning adventure!

Action Words included:
1. salute
2. clap
3. Miss America wave
4. struts
5. moves a scepter up and down
6. twirl
7. toss
8. catch
9. plays a violin
10. toots a horn
11. beats a drum
12. pedal
13. flip hamburgers
14. toss salads
15. swing bats
16. hit homeruns
17. yells, “Ewwwww” then “Awwwww”
18. “Thank you!”
19. salute
20. “Happy Veterans Day!”

This three packet activity bundle with over 50+ handouts will encourage discussions, increase understanding, and reinforce meaning of Veteran’s Day.

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Thanksgiving Writing Activity | Thanksgiving Craft | Thanksgiving Bulletin Board

By Beth Kinane

Celebrate Thanksgiving in your classroom with this fun writing activity that doubles as classroom decorations! Students can each decorate a piece of the banner and reflect and write about what they are thankful for this year. This is a great writing center activity and students will love seeing their writing displayed as a banner in the classroom or hallway.

This activity set is perfect for use during November, around Thanksgiving, or anytime during the Fall.

This printable banner activity is perfect for third grade, fourth grade, fifth grade, and sixth grade. With minimal prep time, this activity is ready to go in just minutes.

Make sure to take a look at more of my Thanksgiving Resources:

- Thanksgiving Writing Prompts

- Thanksgiving Activity Placemat

- Thanksgiving Coloring Pages/Placemats

⭐See more of my Print & Go resources here: Beth Kinane Designs

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Turtle Writing Paper with 6 styles of lines

By Bunny Hop Shop

Turtle themed writing paper with lines can be used for for final copies and writing centers in your classroom. Paper is available with and without midlines and in a variety of widths. Use these pages for fiction or nonfiction writing about turtles or nature!

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Pumpkin Writing Paper with Six Line Styles, Fall Lined Writing Paper

By Bunny Hop Shop

Inspire your students with our Pumpkin-Themed Writing Paper! Perfect for fall-themed activities, this fun pumpkin-shaped design will make writing assignments more engaging. Featuring clip art pumpkins around the main shape, you can easily choose from six different line styles to suit your students' needs. Each style is also available with or without name and date lines for added convenience.

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Leaf Writing Paper: Fall-Themed Leaf Outline Lined Paper for Writing Projects

By Bunny Hop Shop

Inspire your students with our Leaf-Themed Writing Paper! Perfect for fall-themed activities, this fun apple-shaped design will make writing assignments more engaging. Featuring clip art leaves around the main shape, you can easily choose from six different line styles to suit your students' needs. Each style is also available with or without name and date lines for added convenience.

Free Apple Writing Paper!

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Misty Copeland Biographical Research Project Template | Black History Month

By Veronica Reyes

"Research Report Template for Biographies"- Trifold - Misty Copeland!

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Are you a teacher looking for an engaging way to develop your students' research and presentation skills? Look no further! Our "Blank Research Report Template for Biographies" is the perfect tool to inspire creativity, critical thinking, and research skills in your classroom.

Two blank templates-

-One that is pre-filled with some of Misty Copeland's picture and name

-One that is blank and requires the student to write her name and draw her portrait (can be used for any person)


Key Features:

  1. Structured Framework: This template provides a well-organized and structured framework for students to conduct research on a chosen individual's biography. It guides them through essential components such as background, early life, accomplishments, and more.
  2. Versatility: Tailor the template to fit the unique needs of your curriculum. Whether your focus is historical figures, contemporary leaders, or cultural icons, this template is adaptable to a variety of subjects.
  3. Encourages Independent Learning: Empower students to take ownership of their learning journey. The blank spaces prompt students to conduct independent research, fostering a sense of curiosity and self-directed learning.
  4. Develops Research Skills: Our template encourages students to utilize various research methods, including online resources, books, and interviews. It's a fantastic opportunity for them to hone their research skills and discern reliable information.
  5. Promotes Presentation Skills: Beyond researching, students will practice organizing information coherently and presenting it in a well-structured report. This template lays the foundation for effective communication, a crucial skill in any academic or professional setting.

How It Works:

  1. Choose a Subject: Students select an individual to research. This could be anyone from historical figures, scientists, artists, to contemporary leaders or influencers. Misty Copeland is pre-filled in on version of this template.
  2. Fill in the Blanks: The template guides students through the research process. They'll fill in key sections, providing biographical information, accomplishments, and the impact of the chosen individual.
  3. Present to the Class: The completed reports become the basis for engaging class presentations. This step encourages students to express themselves confidently and articulately.

Why Choose Our Template:

  • Time-Saving: No need to create a research template from scratch. Our product saves you time and ensures a standardized approach to student research projects.
  • Engagement: Transform mundane research projects into exciting opportunities for self-discovery and exploration.
  • Skill Development: Equip your students with essential research, organization, and presentation skills that will serve them well in their academic and professional journeys.
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Dolores Huerta- Research Report Templates- Trifold- Hispanic Heritage Month

By Veronica Reyes

Research Report Template for Biographies- Trifold- Women's History Month + Hispanic Heritage Month!

Product Description:

Are you a teacher looking for an engaging way to develop your students' research and presentation skills? Look no further! Our "Dolores Huerta Research Report Template for Biographies" is the perfect tool to inspire creativity, critical thinking, and research skills in your classroom.

Two blank templates-

-One that is pre-filled with Dolores Huerta's picture and name

-One that is blank and requires the student to write his name and draw his portrait (can be used for any person)

Key Features:

  1. Structured Framework: This template provides a well-organized and structured framework for students to conduct research on a chosen individual's biography. It guides them through essential components such as background, early life, accomplishments, and more.
  2. Versatility: Tailor the template to fit the unique needs of your curriculum. Whether your focus is historical figures, contemporary leaders, or cultural icons, this template is adaptable to a variety of subjects.
  3. Encourages Independent Learning: Empower students to take ownership of their learning journey. The blank spaces prompt students to conduct independent research, fostering a sense of curiosity and self-directed learning.
  4. Develops Research Skills: Our template encourages students to utilize various research methods, including online resources, books, and interviews. It's a fantastic opportunity for them to hone their research skills and discern reliable information.
  5. Promotes Presentation Skills: Beyond researching, students will practice organizing information coherently and presenting it in a well-structured report. This template lays the foundation for effective communication, a crucial skill in any academic or professional setting.

How It Works:

  1. Choose a Subject: Students select an individual to research (Dolores Huerta). This could be anyone from historical figures, scientists, artists, to contemporary leaders or influencers. Dolores Huert is pre-filled in on version of this template.
  2. Fill in the Blanks: The template guides students through the research process. They'll fill in key sections, providing biographical information, accomplishments, and the impact of the chosen individual.
  3. Present to the Class: The completed reports become the basis for engaging class presentations. This step encourages students to express themselves confidently and articulately.

Why Choose Our Template:

  • Time-Saving: No need to create a research template from scratch. Our product saves you time and ensures a standardized approach to student research projects.
  • Engagement: Transform mundane research projects into exciting opportunities for self-discovery and exploration.
  • Skill Development: Equip your students with essential research, organization, and presentation skills that will serve them well in their academic and professional journeys.
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Roberto Clemente- Trifold Research Report Templates- Hispanic Heritage Month

By Veronica Reyes

Research Report Template for Biographies- Trifold- Black History Month + Hispanic Heritage Month!

Product Description:

Are you a teacher looking for an engaging way to develop your students' research and presentation skills? Look no further! Our "Roberto Clemente Research Report Template for Biographies" is the perfect tool to inspire creativity, critical thinking, and research skills in your classroom.

Two blank templates-

-One that is pre-filled with Roberto Clemente's picture and name

-One that is blank and requires the student to write his name and draw his portrait (can be used for any person)

Key Features:

  1. Structured Framework: This template provides a well-organized and structured framework for students to conduct research on a chosen individual's biography. It guides them through essential components such as background, early life, accomplishments, and more.
  2. Versatility: Tailor the template to fit the unique needs of your curriculum. Whether your focus is historical figures, contemporary leaders, or cultural icons, this template is adaptable to a variety of subjects.
  3. Encourages Independent Learning: Empower students to take ownership of their learning journey. The blank spaces prompt students to conduct independent research, fostering a sense of curiosity and self-directed learning.
  4. Develops Research Skills: Our template encourages students to utilize various research methods, including online resources, books, and interviews. It's a fantastic opportunity for them to hone their research skills and discern reliable information.
  5. Promotes Presentation Skills: Beyond researching, students will practice organizing information coherently and presenting it in a well-structured report. This template lays the foundation for effective communication, a crucial skill in any academic or professional setting.

How It Works:

  1. Choose a Subject: Students select an individual to research (Roberto Clemente). This could be anyone from historical figures, scientists, artists, to contemporary leaders or influencers. Roberto Clemente is pre-filled in on version of this template.
  2. Fill in the Blanks: The template guides students through the research process. They'll fill in key sections, providing biographical information, accomplishments, and the impact of the chosen individual.
  3. Present to the Class: The completed reports become the basis for engaging class presentations. This step encourages students to express themselves confidently and articulately.

Why Choose Our Template:

  • Time-Saving: No need to create a research template from scratch. Our product saves you time and ensures a standardized approach to student research projects.
  • Engagement: Transform mundane research projects into exciting opportunities for self-discovery and exploration.
  • Skill Development: Equip your students with essential research, organization, and presentation skills that will serve them well in their academic and professional journeys.
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Black History Month
Hispanic Heritage Month
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