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By Katelyn Schneider
Fall-Themed Classroom Newsletter Designs
Welcome the cozy season of autumn into your classroom with our delightful collection of fall-themed newsletter designs! Perfect for keeping parents and students informed while celebrating the beauty of fall, these designs are crafted to bring a touch of seasonal charm to your updates.
Included in Each Design:
Perfect For:
Embrace the autumn spirit and keep your classroom connected with these enchanting fall-themed newsletters. Order now and bring a touch of fall magic to your updates!
Opinion Paragraph Writing Worksheets & Self-Guided Prompts | 30 Printable Topics
By TaughtOught Homeschooling
We all have opinions - but it isn’t always easy to say why we have a specific opinion. Challenge your students to state their opinion in a clear sentence, then write sentences that support their opinion. Each topic also prompts students to think of an opinion outside of their own and compare. This no-prep resource has writing prompts every step of the way to help your students write with critical thinking skills. Students can write their opinion paragraphs independently, or together as a class.
NOTE: Please download the preview to see the list of the 30 topics included in this package.
This resource includes:
✏ 30 opinion topics (each topic has two pages)
✏ Self-guiding worksheets
✏ Writing prompts to help your students write independently
✏ Lots of writing space
✏ No prep! Simply print and distribute.
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Texas History Coloring Sheets and Timeline (1821-1848)
By Beth Hammett
Easy-to-read, basic facts with 18 pages black and white coloring images to introduce, place in order, use for research/writing, or to reinforce Texas history dates for elementary students. Begins with Anglo settlement in 1820 and ends with U.S. victory of Texas in 1848.
Includes:
Timeline
15 black and white Texas themed graphics to color
15 basic facts
Anglo settlers
Alamo
Currency
German Immigration to U.S.
Government
Mexico
Texas
Santa Anna
Sam Houston
Anson Jones
M. Lamar
State Flag
State Seal
Stephen F. Austin
Uses:
Make into a Texas booklet, have students add handwritten/typed researched information, discussion/essay/journal prompts, make large classroom timeline with students colored pics, reading introduction, bulletin board displays, numerous ELA and Texas history uses!
Martin Luther King Jr. Mini Booklet-Color or Black & White, K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd
By Regina Frazier
Use this mini booklet to assist you with teaching young students about Martin Luther King Junior Day. This mini-book explains his life in a simplified way kids will understand. It can be challenging to explain to students how things used to be long ago when there was segregation
You will receive a twelve-page mini-book that explains the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr, This product comes in both a color and black and white version.
You can find this booklet embedded in the following product:
Martin Luther King Jr. Activities, Crafts, Timeline, mini booklets, writing prompts
Check out my blog post to find links and view awesome videos with links and activities to go along with these pages.
Getting Ready for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Please see the preview to see some of the pages you will receive.
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Winter Writing Prompts on Kid-Friendly Lined Paper
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Malala Yousafzai "Malala's Magic Pencil" worksheets
By Peter D
This is a 35-page set of worksheets for the story "Malala's Magic Pencil" by Malala Yousafzai.
This set includes a variety of differentiated worksheets and activities:
* comprehension question (3 pages)
* vocabulary
* fill in the blanks
* story review
* language skills
* review activities
* cause and effect
* compare and contrast
* illustrations
* story map
* news report
* critical thinking
* inferences
* summaries
* crossword puzzle
* word search
Also, there is an answer key at the end of the file.
Worksheets for nonfiction books:
* Carl Sagan: Cosmos
* I Am Malala
* Malala's Magic Pencil
* Roald Dahl: Boy (Tales of Childhood)
* Roald Dahl: Going Solo
* Steck-Vaughn textbook: History of our World Volume 1
* Steck-Vaughn textbook: History of our World Volume 2
* Elie Wiesel: Night
* Susan Wise Bauer: Volume 1 (Ancient Times)
Chicken Research Newsletter | Nonfiction Reseach | Close Reading | Life Cycles
By Veronica Reyes
Chicken Research Newsletter
Habitat: Explore the diverse environments that chickens call home. From small backyard coops to larger farming systems, discover how chickens adapt to and thrive in different habitats. Gain a deeper understanding of the essentials required to create a suitable living space for these birds.
Diet: Delve into the dietary needs of chickens and understand the key elements that contribute to their health and well-being. Explore the types of feed, essential nutrients, and dietary considerations that play a crucial role in sustaining a balanced and nutritious chicken diet.
Life Cycle: Follow the fascinating life cycle of chickens, from the moment they hatch from eggs to adulthood. Gain insights into the stages of development, behavioral changes, and the key milestones that mark their growth. Understanding the life cycle sheds light on the various needs and care required at different life stages.
Anatomy: Take a closer look at the anatomy of chickens, exploring the structure and functions of their feathers, beaks, wings, and more. Understand how their physical features contribute to their survival and daily activities, providing a holistic view of the avian anatomy.
Predators: Explore the predators that pose challenges to chickens in various habitats. From natural predators like foxes and birds of prey to the role of domestic animals, this section provides valuable insights into the threats chickens face and how protective measures can be implemented.
July Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passages
By Basic Biz Teaching
This resource will provide your second grade, third grade, and fourth grade students with 30 nonfiction reading passages about holidays in the month of July. Use these no-prep reading comprehension passages to have your students reading about various engaging topics.
It seems like every day is National (insert cool thing here) Day. I decided to look into these holidays to bring some fun and excitement back to informational passages. The best part about these units though... they are EASILY enrichable! For example, watch Donald Duck cartoons on Donald Duck Day, celebrate fathers on Father's Day, or get students to bring their bikes to school for Bicycle Day!
My class has had such a fun time reading these passages and celebrating something each day.
In this unit, you will be given 33 informational passages with text dependent questions requiring short answer responses.
Please consider that not every day has a holiday that is school appropriate. Not every holiday remains on the same day each year.
All passages are informational based, usually with a history on the day and whatever is being celebrated. Passages have 4-6 questions with a few skills being met:
Similar format throughout the unit so students get familiar with text structure and routine quickly. This document has the passage on top with the questions below.
Use during:
Check out my other monthly holiday passages below:
❤️ May Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passages
❤️ August Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passages
❤️ All Year Holiday Nonfiction Reading Passages
❤️ April Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passages
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Elementary ELA Annotation Non Fiction Informational Text Marking AVID Strategy
By Ciandra Salhab
Enhance Reading Comprehension with our Informational Text Marking Handout!
Empower your students to excel in reading comprehension with our engaging and effective Informational Text Marking Handout! This must-have AVID resource is designed to boost student understanding through strategic text annotation right at their desks. Your students will love this!
This handout is a game changer for educators seeking to improve literacy skills. By providing a structured approach to text annotation, students learn to identify key details, make connections, and deepen their comprehension effortlessly.
Key Features:
✨ Clear and Concise Design: This handout is hands-on-practice visually appealing and easy to use, making it accessible for all students.
✨ Promotes Active Learning: Encourages students to interact with texts actively, leading to improved retention and analysis.
✨ Supports Differentiation: Suitable for various grade levels and subject areas, promoting inclusivity and adaptability.
✨ Fosters Critical Thinking: Students develop critical thinking skills by engaging in purposeful text annotation.
✨Black and white & color versions
✨ English and Spanish versions included
Why Choose This Handout?
☑ Reading Comprehension Tools: Enhance students’ comprehension skills with a proven method that supports academic success.
☑ Teacher-Tested: Developed by experienced educators, ensuring practicality and effectiveness in the classroom.
☑ Engaging Resource: Captivate students’ interest in reading and analyzing texts with our interactive handout.
☑ Ideal for implementing AVID strategies daily in your classroom and setting up testing strategies and routines in your classroom.
Transform your classroom into a hub of active learning and literacy development! Download the Informational Text Marking Handout today and witness the positive impact on your students’ reading comprehension skills. Let’s empower students to become confident, strategic readers—one annotation at a time!
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St. Patrick's Day My Pot o' Gold Character Traits Activity
By Beth Hammett
Introduce character traits to students then tie the concepts to real life with this pot o' gold activity. Students choose one character trait to define each of their classmates. Then, they write the character traits on gold coins, cut and paste onto peers' pot o' gold. Informative writing activity that reinforces using examples for fact-based essays. Includes: Easy to follow directions with optional age-based activities Pot o' Gold Coins handout Character Trait Sheet Follow-up writing activities Fun, engaging activity for elementary students who need introductions or reinforcement in working with character traits and fact-based writing.
Arctic Habitat Reading Passage | Nonfiction Research, Close Reading Activity
By Veronica Reyes
This is a 2-page reading passage (informational newsletter) that gives information on the Arctic Habitat.
This Arctic Newsletter is a comprehensive and student-friendly nonfiction research newsletter designed to empower students with valuable resources for academic exploration.
Key Features:
It gives information on...
*Location
*Weather
*Animals
*Plants
*Geography
Other individual habitat research newsletters can be purchased here:
-Desert
-Grasslands
-Forest
-Ocean
Or the BUNDLE --> here <--
May Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passages
By Basic Biz Teaching
This resource will provide your second grade, third grade, and fourth grade students with 31 nonfiction passages about holidays in the month of May. Use these no-prep worksheets to have your students reading about various topics.
It seems like every day is National (insert cool thing here) Day. I decided to look into these holidays to bring some fun and excitement back to informational passages. The best part about these units though... they are EASILY enrichable! For example, write a thank you letter on School Principals' Day, learn about space on Space Day, or having a drawing contest on National Drawing Day!
My class has had such a fun time reading these passages and celebrating something each day.
In this unit, you will be given 31 informational passages with text dependent questions requiring short answer responses.
Please consider that not every day has a holiday that is school appropriate. Not every holiday remains on the same day each year.
All passages are informational based, usually with a history on the day and whatever is being celebrated. Passages have 4-6 questions with a few skills being met:
Similar format throughout the unit so students get familiar with text structure and routine quickly. This document has the passage on top with the questions below.
Use during:
Did you know these passages come in a different format?
Check out my other monthly holiday passages below:
January passages HERE (other format HERE)
February passages HERE (other format HERE)
March passages HERE (other format coming soon)
August passages HERE (other format coming soon)
More months coming!
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Misty Copeland Biography & Reading Comprehension Activity | Research Project
By Veronica Reyes
⭐️ Are you looking to ramp up your research projects? ⭐️
This is a reading passage about Misty Copeland as an African American Artist and Black Changemaker. Students can use this as a jumping off point for a research project or for Black History Month or Women's History Month.
INCLUDED- Reading Comprehension Questions! Differentiated and can be used with any reading passage about an influential female leader. Perfect for close reading!
Information on...
➡️ Early Life
➡️ Career
➡️ Interesting Facts
➡️ Artistic Contributions
Use with our corresponding research trifold report: --> HERE <--
Other newsletter for Black History Month:
--> Louis Armstrong
--> Ruby Bridges
--> Jacob Lawrence
--> Maya Angelou
Or get ALL NEWSLETTERS --> here <--
June Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passages
By Basic Biz Teaching
This resource will provide your second grade, third grade, and fourth grade students with 33 nonfiction reading passages about holidays in the month of June. Use these no-prep reading comprehension passages to have your students reading about various engaging topics.
It seems like every day is National (insert cool thing here) Day. I decided to look into these holidays to bring some fun and excitement back to informational passages. The best part about these units though... they are EASILY enrichable! For example, watch Donald Duck cartoons on Donald Duck Day, celebrate fathers on Father's Day, or get students to bring their bikes to school for Bicycle Day!
My class has had such a fun time reading these passages and celebrating something each day.
In this unit, you will be given 33 informational passages with text dependent questions requiring short answer responses.
Please consider that not every day has a holiday that is school appropriate. Not every holiday remains on the same day each year.
All passages are informational based, usually with a history on the day and whatever is being celebrated. Passages have 4-6 questions with a few skills being met:
Similar format throughout the unit so students get familiar with text structure and routine quickly. This document has the passage on top with the questions below.
Use during:
Check out my other monthly holiday passages below:
❤️ May Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passages
❤️ August Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passages
❤️ All Year Holiday Nonfiction Reading Passages
❤️ April Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passages
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American Indian Research Nonfiction Newsletters| Indigenous People Close Reading
By Veronica Reyes
Can be used for research projects or nonfiction close reading.
Information on 5 American Indian groups:
- Cherokee
- Hopi
- Apache
- Shoshone
- Blackfoot
For elementary-aged students, integrating information about homes, territory, and clothing in an Indigenous People Informational Newsletter can be exciting and educational:
Including these elements in the newsletter helps young readers understand and appreciate the diverse homes, lands, and clothing of Indigenous communities, fostering a respect for their traditions and connection to the Earth.
Nonfiction Passages about Presidents and Inauguration Day
By Basic Biz Teaching
These President's day and inauguration day reading passages have interesting topics for your students to enjoy. These informational nonfiction reading comprehension passages are no prep and will teach your students beyond George Washington and Abraham Lincoln.
Have you noticed that most presidents' day activities center around Lincoln and Washington? Do you wish there were additional readings that students could do?
This Product Includes:
**✅**What is a President?
✅Becoming President (requirements)
✅Inauguration Day
✅The White House
✅Lincoln Memorial
✅Washington Monument
✅Mount Rushmore
✅Air Force One & Marine One
With This Product You'll Get:
✔ 8 nonfiction passages
✔ Comprehension questions
✔ Text-dependent questions
✔ Standards-based questions
How To Use This Resource:
**►**whole group
►small group
►partner work
►independent work
►homework
►sub plans
►reading centers
Check out what teachers are saying about this product!
❤️_Cathleen I. says, "_My 3rd graders loved it!!"
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African American Artists- Biographical Reading Research | Black History Month
By Veronica Reyes
This is a reading passage bundle with-
- Misty Copeland
- Ruby Bridges
- Louis Armstrong
- Maya Angelou
- Jacob Lawrence
All newsletters are biographical.
These are your curated gateway to the vibrant world of Black artists and their profound contributions to the arts. Designed especially for elementary school students, this kid-friendly research newsletter brings you fun and informative snapshots, engaging stories, and interesting facts about Black and African American artists and their creative brilliance.
Key Features:
Students can use this as a jumping off point for a research project or for Black History Month.
For individual newsletters:
Misty Copeland
Louis Armstrong
Ruby Bridges
Jacob Lawrence
Maya Angelou
Reading Comprehension Passages BUNDLE
By Basic Biz Teaching
These no prep nonfiction and fiction reading passages with comprehension questions and main idea and key detail graphic organizers are perfect for your second grade, third grade, fourth grade, and fifth grade students! These reading comprehension worksheets will bring a love of learning back to your reading block. Your students will be engaged while learning!
Do your students DREAD having to read nonfiction texts? Do they moan and groan when it's time to read informational text because they find the topics boring or tiresome? These engaging, nonfiction passages about the animals of the Amazon rainforest, Chinese New Year, Presidents' Day and Arctic Animals will have your readers begging for more!
☀️_Check out my preview for details and click on each product included in this bundle to get a better look at what is inside each one._
With This Resource You'll Get:
★ Engaging nonfiction passages
★ Different formats for students response
★ Main idea and key details graphic organizer
★ Text dependent questions
★ Some multiple choice answers
★ Short answer written response
★ Standards-based tasks
How You Can Use This Resource:
✎ whole group
✎ small group
✎ partner work
✎ independent work
✎ homework
✎ literacy centers
✎ animal research
✎ animal research reports
Check Out What Teachers Are Saying:
❤️Brittney S. says, "Great articles and easy prep!"
❤️Ariane O says, "Interesting passages and solid level given the COVID learning loss.
❤️Wendy W says, "I used this with my class when discussing rainforest habitats. They loved learning about the different animals."
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You may also email me directly at basicbizteaching@gmail.com.
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I get to learn how to continue creating the resources you and your students will love, and you will receive FREE credits toward your future purchases!
Arctic Habitat Reading Passage | Nonfiction Research, Close Reading Activity
By Veronica Reyes
This is a 2-page reading passage (informational newsletter) that gives information on the Arctic Habitat.
This Arctic Newsletter is a comprehensive and student-friendly nonfiction research newsletter designed to empower students with valuable resources for academic exploration.
Key Features:
It gives information on...
*Location
*Weather
*Animals
*Plants
*Geography
Other individual habitat research newsletters can be purchased here:
-Desert
-Grasslands
-Forest
-Ocean
Or the BUNDLE --> here <--
April Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passages
By Basic Biz Teaching
This resource will provide your second grade, third grade, and fourth grade students with 29 nonfiction passages about holidays in the month of April. Use these no-prep worksheets to have your students reading about various topics.
It seems like every day is National (insert cool thing here) Day. I decided to look into these holidays to bring some fun and excitement back to informational passages. The best part about these units though... they are EASILY enrichable! For example, take a virtual field trip to the zoo for Zoo Day, draw a dolphin for Dolphin Day, or enjoy some blueberry pie on Blueberry Pie Day!
My class has had such a fun time reading these passages and celebrating something each day.
In this unit, you will be given 29 informational passages with text dependent questions requiring short answer responses.
Please consider that not every day has a holiday that is school appropriate. Not every holiday remains on the same day each year.
All passages are informational based, usually with a history on the day and whatever is being celebrated. Passages have 4-6 questions with a few skills being met:
Similar format throughout the unit so students get familiar with text structure and routine quickly. This document has the passage on top with the questions below.
Use during:
Did you know these passages come in a different format?
Check out my other monthly holiday passages below:
January passages HERE (other format HERE)
February passages HERE (other format HERE)
March passages HERE (other format coming soon)
August passages HERE (other format coming soon)
More months coming!
*****
Remember the purchase of these products is for one classroom only. If you'd like to share, please buy multiple licenses or send your friend to my store to purchase their own.
*****
If you want credits to use for future purchases, remember to leave feedback. I'd love to hear how you view my products!
Body Biography Research Poster + Reading Passage Bundle- Black History Month
By Veronica Reyes
Get ready for an enriching journey in learning with our Research Reading Passage and Body Biography Poster Bundle, featuring a diverse array of influential leaders in Black history! Celebrate these Black Changemakers!
Explore the remarkable lives and legacies of:
- Maya Angelou
- Misty Copeland
- Harriet Tubman
- George Washington Carver
-Barack Obama
-Mae Jemison
- Jackie Robinson
- Billie Holiday
- Wangari Maathai
...with our engaging 2-page nonfiction reading passages. Overflowing with fascinating discoveries, inspiring anecdotes, and colorful illustrations, these passages invite students to delve into the unique contributions and achievements of each individual, providing essential research material for the poster project.
Then, ignite creativity with our Body Biography Poster - a 12-piece collaborative masterpiece! Students color, assemble, and fill in the details, choosing between lined or unlined boxes to suit their style. As they work on their posters, they'll uncover the innovative spirit, perseverance, and profound impact of these influential figures on history and society.
Once complete, proudly display their work in the hallway, on bulletin boards, or as door decorations, showcasing their dedication and honoring the diverse legacy of Black leaders!
Stay tuned for more additions to our growing bundle, featuring even more influential figures in Black history!
It's the perfect blend of fun and learning for grades 1-6 - guaranteed to make every lesson about these remarkable leaders unforgettable!