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This is a bundle of Ocean Animals Reading Comprehension Passages suitable for students in grades 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6, and homeschooled students. This comprehensive resource includes reading passages, multiple-choice questions, reflective writing activities, and answer keys.

It covers a wide range of ocean animals, including large, medium, and small species, as well as worksheets focused on ocean animal habitats.

The resource offers diverse reading passages that captivate students' interest and provide insights into the characteristics, behaviors, and habitats of ocean animals. This will help to develop their key reading skills, expand their knowledge of marine ecosystems, and foster higher-order thinking abilities.

Following each passage, multiple-choice questions assess students' comprehension skills, while reflective writing activities encourage critical thinking and personal connection to the topics.

Items in the bundle:

• Reading comprehension passages on large ocean animals
• Reading comprehension passages on medium ocean animals
• Reading comprehension passages on small ocean animals
• Ocean animal habitat worksheets
• Multiple-choice questions for each passage
• Reflective writing activities for each passage
• Answer keys for multiple-choice questions and sample answers for reflective writing activities.

You will appreciate the ready-to-use nature of this bundle, as it will save valuable time in lesson planning and resource creation.

Do your students want to learn more about animal intelligence? Get students looking in their own backyard for signs of animal intelligence! This digital-ready resource contains eight short non-fiction texts. Read about the intelligence of squirrels, chipmunks, raccoons, bees, crows, pigeons, goats, and pigs. Recording sheets for students to document evidence of the intelligence of the animal they observe and read about are included. There are also suggested YouTube videos.

In black and white and color.

The passages were written with third and fourth graders in mind, but the information is very interesting and would be useful for other grades as well. Some passages are shorter than others and have less complex language so that you can easily differentiate for students.

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Want a fun way to help your learner's focus on their interests? This resource breaks down a learning project into mini steps that aren't overwhelming for young learners. Just choose a topic to explore and let the learning begin.

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- Two options for facts gathered when doing research from an online source or a book of your choice

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- A cover sheet to create an illustration to go along with your learning project

- Two options for writing paper to allow for different aged writers

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I have created non-fiction writing project templates and checklists with my resource designed to meet the needs of ALL learners! This 24-page print-and-go kit is a complete solution for a non-fiction writing unit, featuring differentiated graphic organizers, checklists, and writing paper. Facilitate engaging animal research projects effortlessly.

Differentiated Graphic Organizers: - Tailored for diverse learning needs, my resource includes two versions of graphic organizers. One for higher learners and a fill-in-the-blank version for struggling students.
Checklists for Prewriting Research: - Ensure students cover all bases with prewriting checklists, fostering organization and thorough research.
Differentiated Final Product Checklists: - Guide students through the final stages with checklists designed for diverse learning abilities.
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Zebras, Writing Prompts, Graphic Organizers, DiagramHave your students show off their knowledge about what they have learned about zebras after they have done some research and read some books. These creatures are fascinating to learn about. You can download the preview to get a better look at just a few of the pages you will receive. This packet contains the following:

- tree map {are, can, have}

-Book page to show three facts learned and illustration space

-diagram of a zebra

-Two page Zebra Report/ questions to answer about giraffes

-Facts and Opinions page about zebras

-If I were a zebra.. (Writing prompt)

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This animal research packet allows students to research and learn about jaguars. There are several informational pages included in this packet, as well as several animal report options.

What is Included:

• Jaguar informational poster
• What I know, want to know and learned page
• Jaguars can, are, have page
• Jaguar important fact cards
• Jaguar informational reading
• Comprehension questions for the comprehension passage
• Special Adaptation Cards
• Animal Research Recording Page
• Animal Research Flip Book Template
• Research Paper Writing Pages
• Research Poster Board Templates

These Desert Animals Fact Cards are a fantastic addition to your desert unit! This printable resource is designed to engage and educate students about a variety of desert animals. It can be used as an informational text for reading and writing or desert-themed research-based projects. With 24 cards in total, each card provides valuable information about a specific desert animal's habitat, diet, threats, and interesting facts. I have used them in my own classroom, and the kids loved them!

Desert Animals Included in the Cards:

Camel, Scorpion, Desert Iguana, Desert Tortoise, Fennec Fox, Roadrunner, Gila, Monster, Kangaroo Rat, Jackrabbit, Dorcas Gazelle, Rattlesnake, Desert Tarantula, Desert Horned Viper, Desert Bighorn Sheep, Desert Monitor Lizard, Golden Eagle, Coyote, Horned Lizard, Egyptian Cobra, Coral Snake, Vulture, Meerkat,Elf Owl, Thorny Monster

These desert animal fact cards offer numerous benefits for students across various subjects and activities. Here's how they can be utilized:

Research: Students can use the fact cards as a starting point for researching desert animals. They can delve deeper into each animal's habitat, diet, and threats, gathering additional information from books or online sources.

Informative Writing: The fact cards serve as excellent prompts for informative writing. Students can choose a desert animal, gather information from the card, and write a detailed and engaging informative text about it. This activity helps develop research and writing skills.

Science Projects: The fact cards can be a valuable resource for science projects related to desert life. Students can select a desert animal, conduct further research, and create presentations, dioramas, or even experiments based on their chosen animal's characteristics.

Trading Cards: The fact cards can also be used as trading cards, adding an element of fun and excitement to the learning process. Students can trade cards with their peers, discussing the information on each card and expanding their knowledge about different desert animals. You can also incorporate the fact cards into a scavenger hunt or quiz game, challenging students to find specific information or answer questions based on the cards.

By utilizing these Desert Animals Fact Cards, students will not only gain knowledge about various desert animals but also develop research, writing, and critical thinking skills. Let the exploration of the fascinating world of desert life begin!

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Welcome to the exciting world of communities!

In these reading passages (newsletters), we explore different types of communities - suburban, urban, and rural. Communities are where people live, work, and play, and each type has its own unique characteristics.

Three informational newsletters addressing the three community types. Each newsletter is 2 pages long.

Great resource for research projects and close reading!

Dive into the fascinating world of Bengal Tigers with this comprehensive Fact File activity pack. This animal research fact sheet includes everything needed to engage young learners in informational writing about tigers. Teaching your students how to research is an important life skill, and animal reports are the perfect research projects. Featuring five cover options, and three templates with sentence starters and prompts about Bengal Tigers. The Fact File also includes answer keys and factual cards to ensure accuracy and comprehension, along with a bunting banner perfect for displaying your students fact files or introducing the activity. This research booklet focuses on topics like interesting facts, diet, animal habitats, conservation efforts, characteristics and behavior. This engaging pack captivates learners and sparks curiosity about these iconic animals. Ideal for use in the classroom, at home, or as part of a larger animal research project or educational event.

This pack includes:

• 5 Cover Templates,
• 3 Fact File Pages, (Interesting Facts, Information, Diet, Conservation Info, Characteristics and Behavior.)
• 7 Interesting Factual Cards,
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Animal Research Report for 2nd - 4th Grade – Informational Writing Unit for Classroom or Technology Lab

Students will love learning about animals and their habitats while learning valuable research skills. This all-in-one resource has everything you need for classroom or computer lab assignments, designed to make learning about animals fun, interactive, and educational.

What’s Included:

• Research Sheets: Easy-to-follow research sheets that help students gather key information about animals in a structured format.

• Pre-made Google Slides for Student Presentations: Ready-to-use, visually appealing Google Slides templates for students to present their findings with ease.

• Teacher Instructions: Clear and simple instructions to guide you through the entire unit, ensuring a smooth and stress-free teaching experience.

• Assignment Sheet: A detailed assignment sheet for keeping track of student assignments and grades.

• Grading Rubrics: User-friendly grading rubrics to assess students' presentations and research in a fair and consistent manner.

This Animal Research Unit is perfect for in-class projects or computer lab assignments, helping students develop critical research and presentation skills.

Why You'll Love This Unit:

• Perfect for 2nd - 4th Graders: Age-appropriate materials that support independent research and creativity.

• Easy Setup: Ready-made resources save you time and effort, making lesson planning stress-free.

• Digital & Printable: Ideal for both classroom settings and computer labs, adaptable for different learning environments.

Ahoy, educators! Dive into the world of coordinates with our engaging no prep Battleship Coordinates Game for you or an emergency sub lesson for your Geography and Maths programs.. Designed meticulously with students in mind, especially those who find coordinates challenging, this game offers a hands-on, interactive approach to mastering the X and Y axis f

Master Coordinates with the Battleship Game: A Fun & Engaging Learning Tool!

Resources:

• Lesson plan to help your implement
• Complete single A4 page with instructions and supporting information for all students (Simply duplicate and distribute)

Why Choose the Battleship Coordinates Game?

• Engaging Learning: Transform the daunting task of understanding coordinates into an exciting naval adventure!
• Tailored for Strugglers: Specifically crafted for students who find coordinates tricky, serving as an excellent introduction.
• Aligned with Standards: Our game is in sync with Common Core outcomes, ensuring your students are on track with curriculum standards.
• Dual Learning: While students immerse in strategic gameplay, they're simultaneously reinforcing their understanding of basic coordinates.

Common Core Outcomes:

• CCSS.Math.Content.5.G.A.1: Use a pair of perpendicular number lines, called axes, to define a coordinate system.
• CCSS.Math.Content.5.G.A.2: Represent real-world and mathematical problems by graphing points in the first quadrant of the coordinate plane.

Australian curriculum links: for teaching coordinates in geography and mathematics:

• ACGSE037: Use maps, globes, and other spatial representations to locate places and features.
• ACGSE043: Analyze the spatial distribution of people, places, and things.
• ACGSE051: Understand the impact of human activities on the environment.
• ACMNA066: Understand the concepts of coordinate geometry, including the Cartesian coordinate system.
• ACMNA067: Be able to plot points and lines in the Cartesian coordinate system.
• ACMNA068: Use coordinate geometry to solve problems.
• ACMNA069: Understand the relationship between coordinate geometry and other areas of mathematics, such as geometry and algebra.

Bring coordinates to life in your classroom and watch as your students navigate their way to success. Set sail into the world of interactive learning today!

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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.

Word search Activities are a great way to relax, train the brain, and enhance visual acuity. And with large print puzzles, even people with vision problems can enjoy these benefits.

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Explore our captivating Black History Month resource designed to elevate your research projects. Immerse yourself in the rich narratives of inspiring black historical figures as you create vibrant and engaging banners to display in your classroom. Uncover the stories of trailblazers who have left an indelible mark on history. From civil rights leaders to cultural icons, this resource is bound to elevate your student's knowledge, creativity, and deep appreciation for the contributions of remarkable individuals.

The resource includes the following remarkable individuals:

Ruby Bridges

Rosa Parks

Jesse Owens

Barack Obama

Miles Davis

Muhammed Ali

Michael Jordan

Serena Williams

Sojourner Truth

Louis Armstrong

Madame C.J. Walker

Katherine Johnson

George Washington Carver

Jackie Robinson

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Mae Jemison

Colin Powell

Misty Copeland

Simone Biles

Aretha Franklin

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Martin Luther King Jr.

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This project aims to help your child/students practice their research skills. They will pick one of the "realms" or regions based on the realms represented in the Nutcracker Ballet (when visiting after Marie/Clara rescues the Nutcracker/Prince). Children/students can practice following instructions and requirements by following the assignment's instructions. Two options are available to complete the report. 1. Predesigned Research Page or 2. Written Research Report (with introduction and conclusion). An optional presentation extension is available for students to create a project based on architecture, dress, or food research done on their report. Rubrics and student instructions are available for each report/and the Presentation.

What is Included: 12 Pages

• Goals and Instruction Page for Teachers (1 page)
• Student Instructions/Requirements (1 page)
• Student Report Pages (2 pages)
• Rubric For Report on Student Report Pages (1 page)
• Student Instructions/Requirements for Presentation (1 page)
• Rubric for Presentation (1 page)

Pair this with the Nutcracked novel study, the Nutcracker and The Mouse King picture book study, or other Nutcracker Christmas School Activities. A complete 20-Day Christmas School Unit is available as a bundle through my website or TeachShare storefront.

Studying the U.S. States in your classroom? This product is an ideal comprehensive group research project based around the 50 states so look no further! It encourages research skills using National Geographic Kids & various graphic organizers, content-specific vocabulary knowledge, group teamwork and collaboration, presentation skills, and self-reflection skills! This product comes with 16 pages of graphic organizers, vocabulary terms, and grading tools. It is easy to use and an awesome collaborative project that your students will love!

What's included?

1. How-to-Use Guide: Includes main ideas, student outcomes, materials, standards/curriculum connections, and assessment/grading.

2. National Geographic Kids Website Guide: Provides a detailed description of how to use the National Geographic Kids website, including pictures and steps.

3. Vocabulary Posters: ½ sheet definitions of 8 vocabulary words related to this project: Statehood, Population, Capital, Abbreviation, Geography, Landforms, Natural Resources, and Wildlife.

4. Vocabulary Word Sort Game: Print and cut both pages 9 and 10. Students have to match the definition with the correct vocabulary word.

5. Individual Research Graphic Organizer Option 1: Graphic organizer option 1 for students to record their individualized U.S. State research.

6. Individual Research Graphic Organizer Option 2: Graphic organizer option 2 for students to record their individualized U.S. State research.

7. Group U.S. State Research Poster Prep Document: Groups will use this document to ensure they have all the requirements needed to complete their group posters.

8. Group U.S. State Research Poster & Presentation Rubric: Teacher grading rubric that includes a 4 point system to grade the individual research graphic organizers, the poster, presentation, and teamwork of the group.

9. Group work Reflection Sheet: ½ sheet where students write what they did great on and how they can improve next time.

10. ‘What I Learned’ Graphic Organizer: Document where students can record what they learned from the class U.S. State presentations.

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Fun and Challenging Number search for Kids , These Number search can help improve fine motor skills, problem-solving skills, and visual perceptual skills.

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Support your students creativity when it comes to writing. This desert animals research project is a simple way to guide and teach your child or students about animal research in a fun and engaging way.

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This set is part of the HUGE Animal Habitat Research Writing Project Bundle.

What's included + What will you received:

• 20 Animal research worksheets
• 20 Animal research writing papers (students will write and illustrate what they have learn about their research).

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The following desert animals are included :

1. Armadillo 
2. Camel
3. Coral snake
4. Coyote 
5. Elf owl
6. Fennec Fox
7. Gila monster 
8. Golden eagle 
9. Jack rabbit
10. Javelina 
11. Long Eared Bat
12. Meerkat
13. Ostrich
14. Rattlesnake
15. Road runner
16. Scorpion 
17. Sonoran Frog
18. Tarantula
19. Tortoise
20. Vulture 

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Engage your young learners with these captivating Ocean Habitat Animals Worksheets for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd grade. These educational resources are designed to introduce students to the fascinating world of marine creatures.

The worksheets can also be used for kindergarten, while preschoolers can engage with the coloring sheets.

With interactive activities, coloring pages, and matching exercises, these worksheets make learning fun and engaging. Students will explore ocean habitat animals such as whales, dolphins, clownfish, and seahorses while developing skills like coloring, matching, and drawing.

You won't have to spend hours creating your worksheets as a teacher. These ready-made resources can be easily incorporated into lesson plans about animal habitats, saving valuable preparation time.

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