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Two great activities that would span five lessons about the famous English playwright, William Shakespeare. Perfect for students in third grade or fourth grade.

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Firstly, there is a close reading activity where children need to read through an informational text, and then answer comprehension and grammar questions, before completing an extension activity. Secondly, there is a biography writing unit which has been split into four separate lessons of reading, sorting and writing.

Included in the close reading activity:

• An informational text
• A comprehension activity with eight varied questions
• Two grammar questions about the text
• An extension writing activity
• An answer page for self-assessment or teacher use
• A crossword puzzle & wordsearch activity to consolidate learning
• A ready-made Easel activity perfect for distance learning

Included in the biography writing unit:

• Four fact sheets which students need to cut out and sort into paragraphs
• Writing templates for four draft paragraphs
• Two prompt sheets for students to write their introduction and conclusion
• A template for students to write up their neat biography text

This resource is great for:

• In class learning
• Independent work
• Homework
• Creative writing sessions
• Guided reading sessions
• Reading & writing interventions
• Assessment practice
• Emergency sub plans

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• William Shakespeare Resources
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This is a 30 page book companion unit for CLICK, CLACK, MOO COWS THAT TYPE

Tailored for Grades ONE, TWO, and THREE students, this resource is an excellent introduction to comprehension strategies. Students are required to engage with the text by retrieving information, inferring, using their prior knowledge and evaluating.

The activities and worksheets in this pack are highly engaging and cover a wide range of comprehension strategies, book responses and writing opportunities.

Activities include a differentiated variety of:

• Prediction activities
• Character responses
• Story events
• Sequencing
• Vocabulary
• Making Connections
• Comprehension, including inference questions
• Punctuation activities
• Writing responses

Introducing the I See, I Think, I Wonder Sea Creature Pack. This engaging resource is designed to promote critical thinking activities, flexible thinking, problem solving, and innovating in your classroom. With 70 vibrant slides featuring captivating sea creature images, students will have the opportunity to explore, observe, and express their thoughts in a creative and inquiry-based way.

The "I See, I Think, I Wonder" method encourages students to develop their thinking skills and think outside the box as they engage with the sea creature slides.

Each slide provides space for students to write down what they see, what they think about the creature, and what they wonder or have questions about. This method fosters curiosity and encourages students to make connections, analyze information, and generate meaningful questions to deepen their understanding of the marine world. To ensure durability and long-lasting use, the product is designed for easy printing in color. Simply print and laminate the sheets to create reusable activity cards that can be used year after year. Students can write on the laminated sheets using whiteboard markers, allowing for easy erasing and modification of their responses.

Not only can these cards be used individually as critical thinking activities, but they also serve as excellent tools for classroom discussions and teacher-led displays on the whiteboard. The interactive nature of the I See, I Think, I Wonder method promotes active student participation and provides opportunities for collaborative learning.

Encourage your students to think critically and creatively as they explore the fascinating world of sea creatures. Foster their inquiry-based learning, thinking skills, and problem-solving abilities while cultivating flexibility and innovative thinking. By using the method, students can delve into intriguing topics such as the communication patterns of schools of fish, the formation of majestic coral reefs, and the remarkable travel capabilities of sea turtles. With the I See, I Think, I Wonder Sea Creature Pack, your classroom will be filled with engaging learning experiences that promote curiosity, critical thinking, and a deeper understanding of the marine ecosystem.

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A book companion packet for CREEPY CARROTS

Tailored for Grades TWO, and THREE students, this resource is an excellent introduction to comprehension strategies. Students are required to engage with the text by retrieving information, inferring, using their prior knowledge and evaluating.

The activities and worksheets in this pack are highly engaging and cover a wide range of comprehension strategies, book responses and writing opportunities.

Activities include a differentiated variety of:

• Prediction activities
• Character responses
• Story events
• Sequencing
• Vocabulary
• Making Connections
• Comprehension, including inference questions
• Writing responses

Enhance your students' writing skills with our comprehensive adjective writing worksheets! These engaging exercises will help students master the art of vivid description by teaching them to use descriptive language to paint a picture with words. With 50 unique worksheets to choose from, students will have ample opportunities to practice describing objects in detail, focusing on their appearance, smell, feel, and more.

Benefits for Students:

• Improved vocabulary: Expand students' word choice and knowledge of descriptive language.
• Enhanced writing skills: Develop students' ability to create vivid and engaging descriptions.
• Increased creativity: Foster imagination and creativity through imaginative storytelling.
• Strengthened observational skills: Encourage students to pay close attention to the world around them.

Benefits for Teachers:

• Engaging learning materials: Provide students with a variety of worksheets to keep them interested and motivated.
• Aligned with educational standards: Support curriculum objectives for language arts and writing.
• Time-saving resources: Offer ready-to-use materials that can be easily incorporated into lesson plans.
• Assessment opportunities: Assess students' understanding of adjective use and writing skills.

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This Bundle Of Fall Themed File Folder Learning Games is an awesome resource for you and your little learners. Below is a list of included activities. These resources can go with multiple themes throughout the fall season. Including your Apple Theme, Pumpkin Theme, Leaf Theme and so much more!

What's Included:

Apple-Themed Count & Match Game - Fall-Themed Math Center:

This activity is perfect for learning numbers as well as practicing one-to-one correspondence. The #2 pages that you attach to the file folder have baskets with numbers 1-10 on them. There are also #2 pages of apple flashcards. Each flashcard has different amounts of apples 1-10 on them. Have your students count the number of apples on each flashcard and then match it to the correct number basket.

Leaf-Themed Shape Matching Game:

There are #10 different shapes included in this activity. The #2 pages that you attach to the file folder have dots in the middle of each shape where you can attach a velcro dot to it. You can then attach a velcro dot to the opposite side of the leaf flashcards in order to make the matching process easier. This is a great activity for your young learners to practice matching and saying their shapes.

Pumpkin Themed Letter Matching Game:

This activity has both Uppercase and lowercase letters and is perfect for your young learners and learning the difference between Uppercase and lowercase letters. You should attach the #2 pages of pumpkins (Uppercase letters) to the file folder and then cut out the #1 page of pumpkin seeds (lowercase letters). I would attach a velcro dot at the top of each pumpkin and then on the back of each pumpkin seed in order to make the letter matching process easier for your students.

Fall-Themed Leaf Color Matching Game:

This game is a fun color-matching activity for your little learners. Each leaf is a different color have your students practice saying and matching each color together.

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:

1. Homes Around the World: Discover the amazing different types of homes Indigenous people live in, like teepees, longhouses, and adobe houses. Learn how they're built and what makes them special.
2. Land and Territory: Explore where they inhabited
3. Clothing: Dive into the colorful and unique clothing worn by different Indigenous groups. From beautiful beadwork to intricate designs, learn how clothing tells stories about their culture.
4. Influential People and Child Life: Learn how these influential people positively affected these indigenous groups.

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.

Looking to ignite a fire for creative writing in your classroom? Look no further than Picture of the Day Writing! This interactive daily activity uses captivating images to launch students on thrilling storytelling adventures.
Here's how it empowers your young wordsmiths:

• Visual Spark: Daily images become springboards for imagination. Students craft vivid narratives inspired by the picture, transforming descriptions into captivating stories.
• Word Wizardry: A treasure trove of vocabulary awaits! Students utilize a curated word bank to construct compelling sentences, enriching their writing with descriptive language.
• Teacher's Touch: Feeling creative? Customize blank templates! Integrate your own images and tailor word banks to perfectly match your classroom themes.
• Adaptable Awesomeness: This resource is your Swiss Army Knife of writing activities. Use it daily, weekly, or whenever inspiration strikes!
• Thinking Caps On: Beyond storytelling, Picture of the Day Writing fosters critical thinking. Students interpret visuals through engaging prompts, strengthening their ability to analyze and express ideas.
• Language Lovers Unite: Is descriptive language a classroom goal? Picture of the Day Writing has you covered! Students paint pictures with words, honing their descriptive skills and overall language proficiency.
• Love for Learning: This interactive approach makes writing fun! Students develop a love for crafting stories, fostering a lifelong appreciation for language.

Picture of the Day Writing: It's the perfect solution for educators seeking dynamic, adaptable content to invigorate their language arts lessons!

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'The Emotion Busters' Readers Theatre Script - A Lesson In Feeling Our Emotions

Get your students tuned into the power of emotions in your classroom with "The Emotion Busters" Readers Theatre Script. This engaging and heartwarming script is a fun and entertaining way to teach students the invaluable lesson of why we have different emotions and the importance of feeling them.

In this Readers Theatre script, your students will meet the unique characters of "The Emotion Busters": Happy Harry, Sad Sally, Fearful Fred, Frustrated Fran and Angry Alex, as they drink a potion to suppress emotions they don't like.

Through a series of humorous scenes, your students will become aware of why we have these human emotions and watch as the Emotion Busters learn a valuable lesson.

Key Features:

Educational and Entertaining: This Readers Theatre script seamlessly combines education and entertainment, making it an ideal teaching tool. It's perfect for social and emotional learning.

Engaging Dialogue: The witty and heartwarming dialogue keeps students engaged and eager to see what happens next, making it an excellent choice for classroom readings and performances.

SEL Lessons: Perfect for integrated into your social emotional learning (SEL) lessons, "The Emotion Busters" readers theatre script helps students explore and understand their emotions better.

Lesson on Emotional Well-being: The central theme of emotional wellbeing is woven throughout the readers theatre script, imparting a valuable life lesson to young minds.

Perfect for Grades 3-6: Suitable for upper elementary, this script can be adapted for various grade levels, ensuring that every student can benefit from its message of emotional well-being.

Easy to Use: All you need to do is download, print, staple, and you're ready to go!

By using "The Emotion Busters" Readers Theatre Script, you can create a positive and emotionally intelligent classroom environment while promoting important values such as understanding, empathy, and self-awareness. Your students will not only enjoy the entertaining story but will also gain a deeper understanding of the importance of managing their emotions for a happier and healthier life.

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Make Mornings Matter: Fun & Fast Plural Noun Review for Students!

Struggling to engage students in those early morning meetings? This interactive activity is your secret weapon for a quick and catchy plural noun review!

Here's the scoop:

• Show your students a single noun on a slide (e.g., "cat").
• Challenge them to shout out (or write down) the plural form (e.g., "cats").
• It's a fast-paced game that gets everyone's brains buzzing!

Why it's awesome for morning meetings:

• Boosts Engagement: A little friendly competition gets students excited to learn.
• Quick & Easy: Takes just a few minutes, perfect for busy mornings.
• Reinforces Learning: Regular review strengthens students' grasp of plural nouns.

Bonus! This activity can also be adapted for other grammar concepts, making mornings a fun time to solidify core skills!

So ditch the boring drills and say "S" you later to rote memorization! This engaging activity is the perfect way to kickstart your day and keep your students' grammar skills sharp.

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Sweeten Up Learning with Gingerbread CVC Words! Boost Reading & Phonics Skills the Fun Way!

Turn learning into a delightful treat with our engaging Gingerbread CVC Words activity! This interactive kit is perfect for young learners who are starting to sound out and build simple consonant-vowel-consonant (CVC) words.

Here's how your child benefits:

• Builds Strong Phonics Skills: Matching letters on the cookie cut-outs to the CVC word cards reinforces letter sounds and strengthens the foundation for reading.
• Boosts Early Literacy: This hands-on activity makes learning CVC words fun and engaging, keeping your child motivated and eager to learn.
• Improves Word Recognition: By building the words themselves, children develop a deeper understanding of letter combinations and how they form words.
• Promotes Active Participation: The interactive nature of the game keeps children engaged and fosters a love for learning.
• Perfect for Home or Classroom: This versatile activity is ideal for early childhood classrooms or homeschool settings, making it a fun and festive addition to any learning environment.

What's Included?

• A variety of CVC word cards featuring common sight words and short vowel sounds.
• Gingerbread cookie cut-out templates (laminate for extended use!)
• A customizable template for educators to create their own CVC word cards, allowing you to tailor the activity to your child's specific learning needs.

Plus, this exciting, holiday-themed activity makes learning feel festive and engaging!

Watch your child's confidence in reading and writing soar with this delicious learning experience!

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These helpful grammar worksheets will come in handy when teaching grammar to children. They use copy work and basic exercises to teach children the definitions of nouns, verbs, and adjectives. To begin learning without any preparation, just print the first grade, second grade, third grade, fourth grade, and fifth grade worksheets and watch your child's grammar skills soar! From simple sentence structure to more complex parts of speech, these worksheets offer a comprehensive and engaging approach to grammar learning.

These no prep worksheets are perfect for homeschooling, classroom use, or as supplemental learning tools. With clear instructions and fun activities, your child will be well on their way to becoming a grammar pro!" With colorful illustrations and interactive exercises, these worksheets make learning grammar fun and engaging. Your child will love exploring the world of language with these easy-to-use worksheets.

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Guided reading group time has always been a favorite time in my classroom. Students love the closeness of the small group and reading a book chosen just for them! Here is another fantastic book by Megan McDonald! Ms. McDonald has outstandingly connected Stink and his classmates right to your classroom and school! Your students will thoroughly enjoy walking with the zombies in this book. Stink and the Midnight Zombie Walk is book seven in the Stink series. The format is half page (my students LOVE the smaller booklet format). I like to print the booklets on colored paper. Included in the packet: -comprehension questions for each chapter -art connection opportunities Stink and the Midnight Zombie Walk is an AR level 3.3 book. I hope your students enjoy this Stink book! Please leave your comments and feedback, I enjoy hearing from you. Also, I would love to have you follow me to receive notifications about my new TeachShare products, sales, and freebies. Thanks for visiting and checking out my store! Judy

Guided reading group time has always been a favorite time in my classroom. Students love the closeness of the small group and reading a book chosen just for them! Stink and the Ultimate Thumb-Wrestling Smackdown is book six in the Stink series. The format is half page (my students LOVE the smaller booklet format). I print the pages on one side of the paper. This allows the back of the page available to use for additional notes or vocabulary work. Included in the packet: -comprehension questions for each chapter -short word work review task for some chapters -art connection opportunity -answer key for selected activities Stink and the Ultimate Thumb-Wrestling Smackdown is an AR level 3.0 book. I hope your students enjoy this Stink book! Please leave your comments and feedback, I enjoy hearing from you. Also, I would love to have you follow me to receive notifications about my new TeachShare products, sales, and freebies. Thanks for visiting and checking out my store! Judy

A book companion packet for CREEPY PAIR OF UNDERWEAR by Aaron Reynolds.

Tailored for Grades TWO, and THREE students, this resource is an excellent introduction to comprehension strategies. Students are required to engage with the text by retrieving information, inferring, using their prior knowledge and evaluating.

The activities and worksheets in this pack are highly engaging and cover a wide range of comprehension strategies, book responses and writing opportunities.

Activities include a differentiated variety of:

• Prediction activities
• Character responses
• Story events
• Sequencing
• Vocabulary
• Making Connections
• Comprehension, including inference questions
• Writing responses

A book companion packet for MILO IMAGINES THE WORLD

Tailored for Grades TWO and THREE students, this resource is an excellent introduction to comprehension strategies. Students are required to engage with the text by retrieving information, inferring, using their prior knowledge and evaluating.

The activities and worksheets in this pack are highly engaging and cover a wide range of comprehension strategies, book responses and writing opportunities.

Activities include a differentiated variety of:

• Prediction activities
• Character responses
• Story events
• Sequencing
• Vocabulary
• Making Connections
• Comprehension, including inference questions
• Writing responses

Dive into a world of learning with the captivating Under the Sea & Ocean Alphabet Poster Resource Pack. This fun and engaging printable pack features beautifully designed alphabet posters in a calming pastel blue color, perfect for adding a touch of serenity to your classroom decor. Each letter comes to life with an accompanying image and vocabulary word, all centered around the enchanting theme of the underwater world. From preschool to pre-K and kindergarten, and even first and second-grade classrooms, this themed alphabet resource is a must have for creating an immersive learning environment. Spark curiosity and promote early literacy skills with these printable alphabet posters, showcasing both lowercase and uppercase letters. Enhance your classroom with these visually appealing and Pinterest-worthy alphabet decorations, making learning the ABCs an exciting adventure.

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Calling All Junior Mail Carriers: Deliver Syllable Fun with the Mailing Syllables Game!

Looking for a way to make learning syllables a blast? The Mailing Syllables Game is here to transform playtime into an engaging educational experience! This interactive activity is perfect for young learners, combining the thrill of mail delivery with the challenge of mastering syllables.

How it Works:

• Children become junior mail carriers, sorting colorful picture and word cards.
• Each card represents a word with a specific number of syllables (one, two, three, etc.).
• The goal? Deliver the mail to the correct "syllable mailbox"!

Benefits for Your Child:

• Boosts Phonemic Awareness: The game hones a child's ability to hear and identify the individual sounds within words, a foundational skill for reading success.
• Strengthens Literacy Skills: By sorting syllables, children develop a natural understanding of word structure, paving the way for confident reading and writing.
• Expands Vocabulary: Exposure to new words and playful sorting activities spark curiosity and build a strong vocabulary base.
• Enhances Confidence: Successfully sorting the mail fosters a sense of accomplishment and a love for learning.
• Makes Learning Fun! The engaging mail carrier theme transforms syllable practice into a delightful adventure.

Perfect for:

• Classroom teachers looking for a dynamic activity to reinforce language concepts.
• Homeschooling parents seeking a fun and educational game for their children.
• Families wanting a captivating way to spend quality time together while learning.

The Mailing Syllables Game is more than just a game – it's a journey to confident reading and a love for language!

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Punch Up Your Writing! Fix Sentences for Clarity & Impact (Teacher-Approved!)

Students struggling with writing sentences? Turn them into confident writers with this interactive, no-prep activity!

Here's the magic:

• Project wonky sentences (or have students write their own!)
• Students rewrite for clarity and impact – right on the board! (Smartboard or classic works!)
• Instant feedback & improvement!

Benefits for Students:

• Master sentence structure: Unravel confusing sentences, building strong writing skills.
• Boost confidence: Seeing their revisions shine builds belief in their writing abilities.
• Active learning: Hands-on practice keeps students engaged and learning flies by!

Teachers, rejoice! This activity is:

• No prep! Just grab some sentences (we've got ideas!) and project!
• Flexible: Use it as a quick in-class activity, homework, or a review session. ✨
• Adaptable: Tailor the sentences to your curriculum for targeted practice.

Ready to transform your writing class? Let's get fixing! ✍️

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A four-lesson biography project about the life of English playwright, William Shakespeare. The NO PREP unit has been split into four separate lessons and is perfect for students in third grade or fourth grade. Students will learn about the famous figure whilst working on their comprehension skills and developing their creative writing.

Included in this PDF printable resource:

• Three fact sheets which students need to cut out and sort into paragraphs
• Writing templates for four draft paragraphs
• Two prompt sheets for students to write their introduction and conclusion
• A template for students to write up their neat biography text
• A crossword puzzle and wordsearch activity to consolidate learning

If you would like to add another lesson, download the William Shakespeare Close Reading Activity. This would give the students more background knowledge before they start writing the biography.

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• In class learning
• Independent work
• Homework
• Creative writing sessions
• Assessment practice
• Emergency sub plans

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The first lesson is interactive and involves students cutting out facts, and then sorting these facts into paragraphs. In the second lesson the students need to use these facts to write four paragraphs. Then, in the third lesson children need to choose the most important facts and include these in an introduction; after this they need to answer several questions on a prompt sheet before writing up their conclusion. In the final lesson students need to check their draft paragraphs for mistakes before writing up their work on to a neat copy on the template provided.

Other similar or relevant resources:

• William Shakespeare Resources
• Distance Learning Resources

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