Less than $5 2nd Grade Reading Resources (by date, latest first)

Movie Time!!!!

This is a movie watch-along to go with DreamWorks' The Penguins of Madagascar. Students will focus on the main idea and theme of the movie. There are 2 sheets for students to complete either during or after the movie. Students will be identifying the main idea, providing supporting details, and describing the theme!

This is a great product to help keep students engaged and focused during the movie while also building comprehension skills!

I hope you enjoy it! Please rate and review.

Credits:

Darnell, E., & Smith, S. J. (Directors). (2014). The Penguins of Madagascar [Film].DreamWorks Animation

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Movie Time!!!!

This is a movie watch-along to go with DreamWorks' Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted. Students will focus on the main idea and theme of the movie. There are 2 sheets for students to complete either during or after the movie. Students will be identifying the main idea, providing supporting details, and describing the theme!

This is a great product to help keep students engaged and focused during the movie while also building comprehension skills!

I hope you enjoy it! Please rate and review.

Credits:

Darnell, E., McGrath, T., Vernon, C., Stiller, B., Rock, C., & Schwimmer, D. (2012). Madagascar 3: Europe's most wanted.DreamWorks Home Entertainment

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Movie Time!!!!

This is a movie watch-along to go with DreamWorks' Madagascar 2: Escape to Africa. Students will focus on the main idea and theme of the movie. There are 2 sheets for students to complete either during or after the movie. Students will be identifying the main idea, providing supporting details, and describing the theme!

This is a great product to help keep students engaged and focused during the movie while also building comprehension skills!

I hope you enjoy it! Please rate and review.

Credits:

Darnell, E., & McGrath, T. (Directors). (2008). Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa [Film]. DreamWorks Animation; PDI/DreamWorks

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Movie Time!!!!

This is a movie watch-along to go with DreamWorks' Madagascar. Students will focus on the main idea and theme of the movie. There are 2 sheets for students to complete either during or after the movie. Students will be identifying the main idea, providing supporting details, and describing the theme!

This is a great product to help keep students engaged and focused during the movie while also building comprehension skills!

I hope you enjoy it! Please rate and review.

Credits:

Darnell, E., & McGrath, T. (Directors).(2005).Madagascar [Film].DreamWorks Distribution

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This is an activity to go along with Pixar's Ratatouille. This is a great movie watch along to work on main idea and theme with your students and keep them focused and engaged during the movie. It has 2 sheets. The first sheet will focus on main idea and providing supporting details, and the second sheet will focus on the theme of the movie.

I hope you enjoy it! Please rate and review.

Credits

Bird, B., & Pinkava, J. (2007). Ratatouille. Buena Vista Pictures

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Movie Time!

This is a movie watch-along to go with Warner Bros. The Lego Movie! This is a great resource to practice Main Idea and Theme, while keeping your students focused and learning while watching a movie!

What's Included

There are 2 worksheets in this product. On the first page, students will be identifying the main idea of the movie and providing 2 supporting details for the main idea. Then on the second page, students will be drawing the theme of the movie and then describing it in their own words, and also providing supporting details.

I hope you enjoy it! Please rate and review.

Credits

Lord, P., & Miller, C. (Director).(2014).The Lego Movie [Film].Village Roadshow Pictures;Warner Bros. Pictures

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Make reading fun and engaging with this How to Catch a Class Pet Reader’s Theater & Literacy Activities Pack! This companion resource is designed to support comprehension, fluency, vocabulary, and writing—perfect for small groups, literacy centers, or whole-class lessons.

This Reader’s Theater for How to Catch a Class Pet includes two scripts—designed for 2 or 3 student roles—making it easy to adapt for different group sizes. Build fluency, expression, and confidence as students take on character parts and retell the Easter story in their own voices.

What’s Included:

Reader’s Theater Scripts

• Two versions: one for 2 students and one for 3 students
• Supports fluency, expression, and collaboration

Vocabulary Activity

• Students match key vocabulary words from the story to their definitions
• Includes an answer key

Rhyming Words Match

• Fun and engaging rhyming word activity based on the story
• Includes an answer key

Writing Prompt

• “What class pet should we get and why?”
• Encourages opinion writing and text-to-self connections

Word Search

• Features key words from the story
• Includes an answer key

This low-prep resource is perfect for extending your How to Catch a Class Pet read-aloud and helping students build critical literacy skills through meaningful, story-based activities.

About the Book

A group of clever kids sets out on a mission to catch their classroom's runaway pet using creative traps and teamwork. As the students put their plans into action, chaos and laughter follow with each unexpected twist. This fun, rhyming story celebrates problem-solving, persistence, and the joy of working together.

I hope you enjoy using this reader’s theater with your students.

AR Test No. 517605 Grade Level 2.7

Make Mother's Day literacy time engaging and educational with this Mother's Day Reader’s Theater Companion for The Night Before Mother's Day by Natasha Wing! Perfect for primary classrooms, small groups, or intervention settings, this resource brings the story to life with interactive scripts, comprehension practice, and fun bonus activities.

This Reader’s Theater for "The Night Before Mother's Day" includes three scripts—designed for 2, 3, and 4 student roles—making it easy to adapt for any group size. Build fluency, expression, and confidence as students take on character parts and retell the Easter story in their own voices.

What’s Included:

• Reader’s Theater Scripts for 2, 3, and 4 students

• Comprehension Questions featuring:

  • Multiple Choice
  • Short Answer

• Rhyming Words from the book

• Mother's Day Word Search featuring vocabulary from the book

• Answer Keys for both comprehension and word search

• **6 Different coloring page **and Mother's Day cards for your students

This Mother's Day Reader’s Theater activity is perfect for:

• Small group reading instruction
• Fluency practice
• Literacy centers
• Substitute plans
• Spring reading celebrations

Whether you’re looking for a low-prep Mother's Day reading activity or a fun way to build reading skills around a seasonal book, this pack has everything you need!

About the Book

It's the night before Mother's Day, and Dad and the kids are determined to show Mom just how much they love her. They whip up a cake from scratch, and offer a special coupon for a day at the spa, right in their own kitchen! Kids and moms will love reading this sweet story aloud together for a fun way to celebrate Mother's Day.

I hope you enjoy using this reader’s theater with your students.

AR Test No. 136256 Grade Level 2.7

This hands-on fun pack of vowel sounds activity sheets gives your kiddos a fun and engaging way to learn about long and short vowels. 

Each sheet features a different vowel sound along with a variety of words with that sound. Students will use snap cubes to mark the words.

These fun phonics review sheets are perfect for Grades K-2.

You’ll get 22 sheets:

⭐Short vowels:

▪︎short a : 2 sheets

▪︎short e : 2 sheets

▪︎short i : 2 sheets

▪︎short o : 2 sheets

▪︎short u : 2 sheets

⭐Long vowels:

▪︎ long a : 3 sheets 

▪︎ long e : 2 sheets

▪︎ long i : 2 sheets

▪︎ long o : 2 sheets

▪︎ long u : 3 sheets

Just print, laminate and go!!

Hope you and your students enjoy this resource.

We really appreciate your sparing a few moments to review this resource.

The passages aim to improve reading comprehension skills by encouraging students to read and analyze the text, identify key details, make inferences, and draw conclusions. The questions provided after each passage help reinforce the understanding of the content and allow students to demonstrate their comprehension.

These Reading Comprehension Passages are suitable for elementary and middle school students, offering age-appropriate content and language. They can be used as part of Autumn-themed lessons, Fall reading programs, or as supplemental materials to support literacy instruction during Grandparents Day .

WHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE

• 15 Pages
• (PDF + PNG)
• Large 8.5” x 11” designs that can easily be printed on regular sized paper
• High-resolution images
• Unlimited prints
• Great for kids, boys, girls, and teens

The summer Reading Comprehension Passages are designed to engage students in reading and understanding various aspects of the summer season. These passages cover topics such as summer vacation, summer weather, summer activities, and summer fruits. Each passage provides interesting information and facts related to summer, followed by a set of comprehension questions to assess the students' understanding.

The passages aim to improve reading comprehension skills by encouraging students to read and analyze the text, identify key details, make inferences, and draw conclusions. The questions provided after each passage help reinforce the understanding of the content and allow students to demonstrate their comprehension.

These Reading Comprehension Passages are suitable for elementary and middle school students, offering age-appropriate content and language. They can be used as part of summer-themed lessons, summer reading programs, or as supplemental materials to support literacy instruction during the summer break.

The passages provide an opportunity for students to explore the different aspects of summer and develop their reading comprehension abilities while learning interesting facts about the season.

WHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE

• 12 Pages
• (PDF + PNG)
• Large 8.5” x 11” designs that can easily be printed on regular sized paper
• High-resolution images
• Unlimited prints
• Great for kids, boys, girls, and teens

The passages aim to improve reading comprehension skills by encouraging students to read and analyze the text, identify key details, make inferences, and draw conclusions. The questions provided after each passage help reinforce the understanding of the content and allow students to demonstrate their comprehension.

These Reading Comprehension Passages are suitable for elementary and middle school students, offering age-appropriate content and language. They can be used as part of Autumn-themed lessons, Fall reading programs, or as supplemental materials to support literacy instruction during the Autumn Season .

WHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE

• 30 Pages
• (PDF + PNG)
• Large 8.5” x 11” designs that can easily be printed on regular sized paper
• High-resolution images
• Unlimited prints
• Great for kids, boys, girls, and teens

These posters for Black History Month are perfect for any bulletin board display and a great start to introduce new figures in any classroom! There are 30 men and women in this resource that can help you do just that!

What You will Get

• 30 PAGES
• PDF + PNG Format
• HIGH QUALITY

NOTE

• This is a digital item.

• No physical product or printed material will be shipped.

• No refunds as this is a digital product.

JUST DOWNLOAD, PRINT AND GET STARTED

Make the perfect gift for anyone who Loves reading , This non screen activity can help your child to improve their pencil grip, hand-eye coordination as well as train their brain to focus. Coloring help kids to relax, self-regulate their mood and develop their imagination. 

What You will Get

• 24 Coloring PAGES
• PDF + PNG Format
• HIGH QUALITY

NOTE

• This is a digital item.

• No physical product or printed material will be shipped.

• No refunds as this is a digital product.

JUST DOWNLOAD, PRINT AND GET STARTED

Engage Early Readers with a Fun, Replayable Reading Comprehension Game:

Help early readers decode unfamiliar words with this Nonsense Word Reading Comprehension Practice Game! Using riddles and poems filled with "nonsense" gibberish words made up of letters, symbols, and numbers, early readers apply critical-thinking skills to practice using context clues to unlock meaning. Perfect for building confidence and reading comprehension skills in young learners who struggle with decoding unfamiliar words.

Key Features:

• Interactive and Engaging: A simple game with simple animations, sound effects, and visuals designed to keep young learners focused and excited.
• Unlimited Replay: 15 riddles are selected randomly from a pool of 50+ passages, ensuring every session is fresh and fun. No need for extra purchases!
• Aligned to Standards: Fully aligned with TEKS ELA.2.3.B and CCSS standards, helping learners use context within and beyond a sentence to decode unfamiliar words.
• No Tech Barriers: Play on any device—no macros, no Google account, and no prep needed.
• Automatic Scoring: Save time with instant feedback and an included answer key.
• Personalized Learning: Learners are acknowledged by name for an extra touch of engagement.

Why Educators Love This Game

• Cost-Effective: With unlimited replayability, this game offers exceptional value. Students can play again and again without additional costs, making it a budget-friendly classroom solution.
• Versatile Usage: Use in-class, at home, or as part of a blended learning approach. Perfect for individual practice or group challenges.
• Fun Meets Learning: Transform reading comprehension into an exciting adventure for young readers, while meeting essential educational goals.

This simple game is designed to focus on reading comprehension and is fully aligned to TEKS ELA.2.3.B and CCSS standards, helping learners use context within and beyond a sentence to decode unfamiliar words.

Features include:

• Simple animations, sound effects, and simple visuals for maximum learner engagement.
• Automatic scoring and answer key—zero prep required.
• Replayability to keep learners practicing without extra cost.

Suggested Price: $4.99 - $6.99 (AI generated)

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Play on any device: No macros. Google account not required.

What to Expect:

You'll receive a PDF file that includes a link to the online game. This content requires the Internet and is not editable. Again, you are encouraged to test drive the functionality via the preview game, so that there are no surprises after purchase. While I'll update the game periodically, I will do my best to retain the same link. After purchasing, you'll be notified about any updates to this product.

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If you encounter any issues, please reach out to me at zaneylaneylearning@gmail.com before posting a negative review. I have a lot of ideas, and I'm trying my best to present an error-free, high-quality product.

Want a fun way to reinforce your lessons? Want an easy way for your learners to prepare for and practice for tests?

In this game, learners use a drag-and-drop activity to alphabetize a list of five items to the third or fourth letter, resulting in a fun way to reinforce TEKS ELA.3.2.C, with exposure to ELA.3.2.B.ii (spelling homophones), ELA.3.2.B.iii (spelling compound words), ELA.3.2.B.vii (changing base words).

Not convinced? Try it! Here's a preview of the functionality of this type of Drag and Drop game.

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Learners are presented with 10 exercises from a pool of over 50. With correct responses, learners are acknowledged by the name they entered upon launching the game. At the end of the game, learners will have the opportunity to replay.

No prep: Open/send the link and go! Automatic scoring and answer key.

Play on any device: Online Only. No macros. Google account not required.

What to Expect:

You'll receive a PDF file that includes a link to the online game. This content is not editable. While I'll update the game periodically, I will do my best to retain the same link. After purchasing, you'll will be notified about any updates to this product.

Help Me Get Better:

If you encounter any issues, please reach out to me at zaneylaneylearning@gmail.com before posting a negative review. I have a lot of ideas, and I'm trying my best to present an error-free, high-quality product.

This is a movie watch along to go with Disney's Lilo and Stitch! Students will be identifying the Main Idea of the movie and providing supporting details for the main idea. They will also be identifying the theme of the movie and also providing details.

This is a great product to help keep students engaged and focused during a movie while also getting practice on Main Idea and Theme!

I hope you enjoy it! Please rate and eview.

This is a movie watch along to go with Disney's Lilo and Stitch! Students will be identifying the Main Idea of the movie and providing supporting details for the main idea. They will also be identifying the theme of the movie and also providing details.

This is a great product to help keep students engaged and focused during a movie while also getting practice on Main Idea and Theme!

I hope you enjoy it! Please rate and eview.

Mini book for kindness week. Simply have students cut out each page and staple them together. Students will be able to color in each page. Great way to start brainstorming random acts of kindness. Resource comes in colored and black-white versions. A HUGE thank you to the following content creators for making my resource possible:

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Looking for a fun way to have fall themed fun? Here there are three different ways that you can do this. The bingo game gives you a chance to have fun as a large group with the 30 bingo cards or as a family while homeschooling. The matching game can be done by one student or as a small group when needing work and then the word search is a great way to add in all the fall themed vocabulary that helps kids learn.

Ways that this can be used are during indoor recess, when you have a sub teaching your class, a fun homeschool day or just have a early finisher that needs something to do.

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What's Included:

30 bingo cards

10 calling cards

9 sets of matching cards

1 word search and answer key

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