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Product Label Comprehension is tailor-made for teachers seeking to provide real-world text practice using environmental print with text-dependent questions.

This resource is designed to expose students to everyday product labels that are often overlooked in classroom life skills. These specially crafted worksheets will help introduce and familiarize students with different kinds of common products, such as deodorant, razors, and shaving cream and identify important product information during shopping.

By closely reading these product labels, students will be challenged to answer text-dependent questions, fostering critical thinking and language skills in a practical and relatable manner.

This resource is also available as part of a bundle with a 20% savings:

Product Label Comprehension BUNDLE

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

• 12 common product labels/ packaging
• 25 worksheets per set with 138 questions
• 50 different worksheets
• 2 levels
• Color set
• Black & white set
• Teacher answer key
• Follow up ideas

Level 1: Cut & Paste - Simpler Questions

• 12 worksheets per set
• 60 questions (5 questions per page)
• Teacher answer key

Level 2: Write in the Answer - More Complex Questions

• 13 worksheets per set
• 78 questions (6 questions per page)
• Teacher answer key

TOTAL:

⭐ 25 WORKSHEETS WITH 138 QUESTIONS PER SET

⭐ 50 DIFFERENT WORKSHEETS

Unit 1 & 3:

Product Label Comprehension Unit 1

Product Label Comprehension Unit 3

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| Credit and Debit Cards | Functional Text | Life Skills Reading | Comprehension Questions | Special Education

This is a NO PREP, print and go resource.

Recently updated to include:

• Color + black & white set
• 13 new worksheets per set/ 48 total new worksheets
• 37 additional questions added

This resource includes:

• 8 different realistic credit card
• 2 levels
• A color & black and white set
• Teacher answer key

Level 1 - Cut & Paste - Simpler Questions

• 4 example/ teaching worksheets
• 3 practice labeling the credit card worksheets with 15 questions
• 10 worksheets with 50 questions (5 questions per page)

Level 2 - Write in the Answer - More Complex Questions

• 4 example/ teaching worksheets
• 4 practice labeling the credit card worksheets with 22 questions
• 10 worksheets with 60 questions (6 questions per page)

A total of 35 different worksheets and 147 questions per set.

A total of 70 different worksheets.

This resource aims to familiarize students with a range of authentic credit cards commonly used in everyday life. It includes teaching worksheets that provide example credit cards, highlighting various components such as the security code, cardholder information, card type, and more. Students will engage in labeling exercises to practice identifying these different parts of a credit card. Additionally, comprehension questions are incorporated to assess students' understanding. The resource features a collection of eight distinct, realistic credit cards, offering a comprehensive learning experience.

This resources helps students to look at and read credit cards to find the important information to be able to purchase products online or call/ chat customer service. Examples of questions: Visa or MasterCard?, What is the card number?, When does this card expire?, What is the security code? & more

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Reading Medicine Labels Unit 3

Explore the World of Over-the-Counter Medications! This comprehensive resource introduces students to a variety of real over-the-counter medications commonly found in local pharmacies, grocery stores, and homes. Through close examination of medicine labels, students gain vital insights and understanding. With diverse medication types like A.M. & P.M. dosages, pills, syrups, and chewable tablets, they'll be equipped to make informed decisions. Uncover essential information such as treatment indications, duration, and dosage strength, empowering students with valuable health literacy skills for life. Get ready to elevate learning and health awareness with our engaging OTC medication resource!

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Reading Medicine Labels - BUNDLE

This download includes:

• 12 different medicine labels
• 2 levels
• A color & black and white set
• Teacher answer key
• Suggested follow up activities

Level 1 - Cut & Paste - Simpler Questions

• 12 worksheets with 60 questions (5 questions per page)

Level 2 - Write in the Answer - More Complex Questions

• 12 worksheets with 72 questions (6 questions per page)

24 different worksheets and 132 questions per set.

A total of 48 different worksheets.

This resource is designed to expose students to a variety of real over the counter medications that they would find in their local pharmacies, grocery stores, general merchandise retailer or even in their medicine cabinets at home. Students will read the medicine labels closely and answer questions to show understanding. This resource introduces medications that are taken at different times of day (A.M. & P.M.), different ways to take medications (pill, syrup, chewable tablet), and where to look to find out important information such as what the medication treats, how long the medication works for, and what strength the dosage is.

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Coupons Unit 3

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This is a NO PREP, print and go resource!

These worksheets work great for functional text & life skills IEP objectives.

This resource is also available in a BUNDLE saving you 20%

Reading Medicine Labels - BUNDLE

This download includes:

• 12 different medicine labels/ drug facts
• 2 levels
• A color & black and white set
• Teacher answer key
• Suggested follow up activities

Level 1 - Cut & Paste - Simpler Questions

• 12 worksheets with 60 questions (5 questions per page)

Level 2 - Write in the Answer - More Complex Questions

• 12 worksheets with 72 questions (6 questions per page)

24 different worksheets and 132 questions per set.

A total of 48 different worksheets.

This resource is a bit more advance than unit 1 & 2. This resource requires students to closely read the medicine label/ drug facts for important information. Students will answer a variety of questions based on usage, dosage, medication directions and warnings.

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Reading Medicine Labels - Unit 1

Product Label Comprehension is tailor-made for teachers seeking to provide real-world text practice using environmental print with text-dependent questions.

This resource is designed to expose students to everyday product labels that are often overlooked in classroom life skills. These specially crafted worksheets will help introduce and familiarize students with different kinds of common products, such as toothpaste, deodorant, and soap and identify important product information during shopping.

By closely reading these product labels, students will be challenged to answer text-dependent questions, fostering critical thinking and language skills in a practical and relatable manner.

This resource is also available as part of a bundle with a 20% savings:

Product Label Comprehension BUNDLE

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

• 12 common product labels/ packaging
• 24 worksheets per set with 132 questions
• 48 different worksheets
• 2 levels
• Color set
• Black & white set
• Teacher answer key
• Follow up ideas

Level 1: Cut & Paste - Simpler Questions

• 12 worksheets per set
• 60 questions (5 questions per page)
• Teacher answer key

Level 2: Write in the Answer - More Complex Questions

• 12 worksheets per set
• 72 questions (6 questions per page)
• Teacher answer key

TOTAL:

⭐ 24 WORKSHEETS WITH 132 QUESTIONS PER SET

⭐ 48 DIFFERENT WORKSHEETS

UNITS 2 & 3:

Product Label Comprehension - Unit 2

Product Label Comprehension Unit 3

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Product Label Comprehension is tailor-made for teachers seeking to provide real-world text practice using environmental print with text-dependent questions.

This resource is designed to expose students to everyday product labels that are often overlooked in classroom life skills. These specially crafted worksheets will help introduce and familiarize students with different kinds of common products, such as toilet paper, shampoo, and bandages and identify important product information during shopping.

By closely reading these product labels, students will be challenged to answer text-dependent questions, fostering critical thinking and language skills in a practical and relatable manner.

This resource is also available as part of a bundle with a 20% savings:

Product Label Comprehension BUNDLE

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

• 12 common product labels/ packaging
• 25 worksheets per set with 138 questions
• 50 different worksheets
• 2 levels
• Color set
• Black & white set
• Teacher answer key
• Follow up ideas

Level 1: Cut & Paste - Simpler Questions

• 12 worksheets per set
• 60 questions (5 questions per page)
• Teacher answer key

Level 2: Write in the Answer - More Complex Questions

• 13 worksheets per set
• 78 questions (6 questions per page)
• Teacher answer key

TOTAL:

⭐ 25 WORKSHEETS WITH 138 QUESTIONS PER SET

⭐ 50 DIFFERENT WORKSHEETS

Unit 1 & 2:

Product Label Comprehension Unit 1

Product Label Comprehension Unit 2

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Medicine Label Comprehension Unit 3

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Like many of you, the country of Ukraine and its people have been on my mind and heart daily. Saddened by what is taking place and feeling helpless I wished there was more I could do to help. Undoubtedly, you are also thinking about your students during time and looking for ways to address this current event with them in an age appropriate way.

This scavenger hunt is a fun way for students to learn fun and interesting facts about Ukraine while bringing attention to the country & culture. Students can work together to complete the scavenger hunt bringing unity to the classroom. Activity pages at the end give students the opportunity to reflect and even express their emotions.

This resource does not directly address the current climate or war in Ukraine. This resource was designed to teach about the beauty of Ukraine and its rich culture. I have found many students have been flooded with information and images of the war from different media source. This gives students insight to what Ukraine was like before the war.

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This resource includes:

• 20 Ukraine scavenger hunt fact cards

Level 1 – Multiple Choice

- 2 answer sheets with 10 questions each

- 1 follow up worksheet with 10 questions

Level 2 – Write in the Answer

- 2 answer sheets with 10 questions each

- 1 follow up worksheet with 10 questions

• 3 different Ukraine flag activity pages
• 1 Ukraine map activity
• Total of 10 worksheets and 60 questions
• Teacher guide
• Teacher answer key

With this interactive scavenger hunt students will learn fun and interesting facts about Ukraine. For example: Did you know Ukraine used to be apart of another country? Or that Ukraine is about the same size as Texas? The scavenger hunt includes 20 fact cards and asks students to read the cards closely for information to fill in the answer

This scavenger hunt will still work broken into shorter segments for multiple lessons or a shorter activity.

This scavenger hunt also works well as a scoot game!

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This is a NO PREP, print and go resource!

These worksheets work great for functional text & life skills IEP objectives.

This download includes:

• 4 different menus
• 2 levels
• A color & black and white set
• Teacher answer key

Level 1 - Cut & Paste - Simpler Questions - Bolded Key Words

• 12 worksheets with 60 questions (5 questions per page)

Level 2 - Write in the Answer - More Complex Questions - Multi-part questions

• 12 worksheets with 50 questions (4 - 5 questions per page)

24 different worksheets and 110 questions per set.

A total of 48 different worksheets.

These interactive worksheets are designed to provide students with real-life scenarios to strengthen their math skills while exploring the world of menus. Students will practice calculating totals for given orders, including add-on options with extra costs (ex. Toppings, waffle cones, cheese etc.). They will also compare prices to determine which items are cheaper or more expensive, developing critical thinking skills. Additionally, students will find the difference in cost between items and practice calculating change back. With a fun summer theme, these worksheets make learning fun.

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| Credit and Debit Cards | Functional Text | Life Skills Reading | Comprehension Questions | Special Education

This is a NO PREP, print and go resource.

This resource includes:

• 5 different realistic credit card
• 2 levels
• A color & black and white set
• Teacher answer key

Level 1 - Cut & Paste - Simpler Questions

• 2 example/ teaching worksheets (chip/ tap payment)
• 3 practice worksheets sorting chip/ tap payment with 24 questions (8 questions per page)
• 11 worksheets with 55 questions (5 questions per page)

Level 2 - Write in the Answer - More Complex Questions

• 2 example/ teaching worksheets (chip/ tap payment)
• 6 practice check off worksheets identifying chip/ tap payment with 48 questions (8 questions per page)
• 3 practice write in the answer worksheets identifying chip/ tap payment with 24 questions (8 questions per page)
• 11 worksheets with 66 questions (6 questions per page)

A total of 38 different worksheets and 217 questions per set.

A total of 76 different worksheets.

This resource aims to familiarize students with range of authentic credit cards used in everyday life, with the initial half of the lesson focusing on chip and tap payment methods. Students learn to differentiate between what chip and tap payments look like through teaching pages, & engaging scaffolded practice worksheets that include: cut and paste, checking off, and writing activities. Following, realistic credit cards are featured, accompanied by comprehension questions to assess understanding.

This resources helps students to look at and read credit cards to find the important information to be able to purchase products online or call/ chat customer service. Examples of questions: Visa or MasterCard?, What is the card number?, When does this card expire?, What is the security code? & more

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Reading Menus & Menu Math - Summer-Themed Worksheets for Special Education

Summer is here!...finally (lol) If you are looking to integrate some fun, SUMMER themed lessons into your end of the year, EYP or summer school lessons and activities START HERE! This BUNDLE contains a variety of real-world functional menus that students would find throughout the summertime. Students will read the menus and answer comprehension and math questions to show understanding. Save time planning by purchasing this BUNDLE and enjoy your free time at the beach, lake or pool! All these activities are no prep, ready to print and go with all the answer keys included!

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WHAT'S INCLUDED?

Worksheets:

• 2 units
• Ready-to-print PDF format
• 4 summer-themed menus
• 2 levels
• 102 worksheets with 258 questions
• Color + Black & white set

Data Collection & Answer Keys:

• Teacher answer key

TOTAL:

⭐ 2 UNITS

⭐ 102 WORKSHEETS WITH 258 QUESTIONS

UNITS INCLUDED:

Reading Menus - Summer - Unit 1

Menu Math - Summer - Unit 1

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Level 1: Cut & Paste - Larger Text - Simpler Questions - Bolded Key Words

• 26 worksheets
• 130 questions (5 questions per page)
• Teacher answer key

Level 2: Write in the Answer - More Complex Questions - Multiple Part/ Multiple Step Questions

• 25 worksheets
• 128 questions (4 - 5 questions per page)
• Teacher answer key

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Each of the four Who What Where When Why Differentiated Worksheets comes with a digital WH question version of the story. Students will read the Fall&Autum, Back to School, Thanksgiving, and Halloween-themed short stories and then answer the Who What Where When Why guided questions.

In the differentiated worksheets, students have the option to fill in the answers or choose from multiple-choice options. The Google Slides digital version has audio support for questions and answers, multiple-choice answers, and self-checking.

This resource includes:

• 1 Back to School-themed (September) digital short story with guided, self-checking WH questions with 2 printable version worksheets with two differentiated reading comprehension levels (with answer key)
• 1 Halloween-themed (October) digital short story with guided, self-checking WH questions with 2 printable version worksheets with two differentiated reading comprehension levels (with answer key)
• 1 Thanksgiving-themed (November) digital short story with guided, self-checking WH questions with 2 printable version worksheets with two differentiated reading comprehension levels (with answer key)
• 1 Fall & Autumn-themed (also found in the four seasons bundle) digital short story with guided, self-checking WH questions with 2 printable version worksheets with two differentiated reading comprehension levels (with answer key)

Common Core State Standards: RL.2.1

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This bundle of reading comprehension passages with interesting questions covers all the cool things about jungle, aquatic, insects, and desert animals. Did you know that snow can be pink? Or that ice cream was invented 500 years ago and was only available to the rich and privileged? Grab this bundle of 40 animal-themed reading comprehension worksheets with questions to learn more!

This resource includes:

   ✏ 10 jungle & rainforest-themed worksheets

   ✏ 10 desert animal-themed worksheets

   ✏ 10 aquatic animal-themed worksheets

   ✏ 10 insects & bug-themed worksheets

   ✏ All answer key cards

   ✏ No prep! Simply print and distribute

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Each Who What Where When Why Differentiated Worksheet comes with a digital WH question version of the story. Students will read the summer, spring, autumn, and winter-themed short stories and then answer the Who What Where When Why guided questions.

In the differentiated worksheets, students have the option to fill in the answers or choose from multiple-choice options. The Google Slides digital version has audio support for questions and answers, multiple-choice answers, and self-checking.

This resource includes:

• 1 summer-themed digital short story with guided, self-checking WH questions with 2 printable version worksheets with two differentiated reading comprehension levels (with answer key)
• 1 spring-themed digital short story with guided, self-checking WH questions with 2 printable version worksheets with two differentiated reading comprehension levels (with answer key)
• 1 autumn-themed digital short story with guided, self-checking WH questions with 2 printable version worksheets with two differentiated reading comprehension levels (with answer key)
• 1 winter-themed digital short story with guided, self-checking WH questions with 2 printable version worksheets with two differentiated reading comprehension levels (with answer key)

Common Core State Standards: RL.2.1

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Each Who What Where When Why Differentiated Worksheet comes with a digital WH question version of the story. Students will read the summer, Children's Day, Father's Day, and 4th of July-themed short stories and then answer the Who What Where When Why guided questions.

In the differentiated worksheets, students have the option to fill in the answers or choose from multiple-choice options. The Google Slides digital version has audio support for questions and answers, multiple-choice answers, and self-checking.

This resource includes:

• 1 summer-themed digital short story with guided, self-checking WH questions with 2 printable version worksheets with two differentiated reading comprehension levels (with answer key)
• 1 Father's Day-themed digital short story with guided, self-checking WH questions with 2 printable version worksheets with two differentiated reading comprehension levels (with answer key)
• 1 Children's Day-themed digital short story with guided, self-checking WH questions with 2 printable version worksheets with two differentiated reading comprehension levels (with answer key)
• 1 4th of July-themed digital short story with guided, self-checking WH questions with 2 printable version worksheets with two differentiated reading comprehension levels (with answer key)

Common Core State Standards: RL.2.1

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• Reading Comprehension Passages & Questions 3rd-5th Grade | Animals BUNDLE
• Reading Comprehension Passages & Questions 3rd & 4th Grade | Four Seasons BUNDLE

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Each of the four Who What Where When Why Differentiated Worksheets comes with a digital WH question version of the story. Students will read the Spring, Mother's Day, Easter, and St. Patrick's Day-themed short stories and then answer the Who What Where When Why guided questions.

In the differentiated worksheets, students have the option to fill in the answers or choose from multiple-choice options. The Google Slides digital version has audio support for questions and answers, multiple-choice answers, and self-checking.

This resource includes:

• 1 spring-themed digital short story with guided, self-checking WH questions with 2 printable version worksheets with two differentiated reading comprehension levels (with answer key)
• 1 Mother's Day-themed digital short story with guided, self-checking WH questions with 2 printable version worksheets with two differentiated reading comprehension levels (with answer key)
• 1 St. Patrick’s Day-themed digital short story with guided, self-checking WH questions with 2 printable version worksheets with two differentiated reading comprehension levels (with answer key)
• 1 Easter-themed digital short story with guided, self-checking WH questions with 2 printable version worksheets with two differentiated reading comprehension levels (with answer key)

Common Core State Standards: RL.2.1

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• Reading Comprehension Passages & Questions 3rd-5th Grade | Animals BUNDLE
• Reading Comprehension Passages & Questions 3rd & 4th Grade | Four Seasons BUNDLE

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Unlock the joy of reading with our comprehensive Decodable Sentence and Passage Bundle! This engaging resource includes 10 decodable pyramid sentences, 50 unscramble sentences, and 10 decodable text passages, all designed to support early literacy development for students in grades K-3.

What’s Included:

• Decodable Pyramid Sentences (10 sheets): Each sheet features pyramid-style sentences that gradually increase in length, helping students build confidence and fluency as they progress from simple to complex structures.
• Unscramble Sentences (50 sheets): This activity encourages students to practice their decoding skills while having fun. They will unscramble words to form meaningful sentences, reinforcing vocabulary and syntax.
• Decodable Text Passages (10 sheets): These passages are tailored to be accessible for young readers, featuring controlled vocabulary and engaging themes that will keep them interested and eager to read.

Benefits for Teachers, Parents, and Students:

• No Prep for Teachers: Each sheet is ready to use, saving you valuable planning time. Simply print and distribute!
• Engaging for Students: The varied activities cater to different learning styles, making reading practice enjoyable and interactive.
• Supports Literacy Development: Students will improve their decoding skills, vocabulary, and comprehension, laying a strong foundation for future reading success.
• Parent Involvement: Parents can easily engage with their children at home using these fun and educational activities.

How to Use:

1. Classroom Activities: Integrate these sheets into your reading centers or as homework assignments.
2. Group Work: Encourage collaboration by having students work in pairs or small groups to unscramble sentences or read the passages together.
3. Independent Practice: Assign specific sheets for individual practice to reinforce skills at home.

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Create an engaging and organized learning environment with our Ocean-Themed Classroom Rules Bundle. This comprehensive package includes eye-catching posters featuring delightful ocean creatures to effectively reinforce essential classroom rules.

The colorful posters will captivate your students' attention while promoting positive behavior and a harmonious learning atmosphere.

But that's not all! Alongside the posters, we've included Classroom Rules Reading Comprehension Passages with multiple-choice questions and answers. The passages are carefully crafted to promote students' critical reading and thinking skills.

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ABOUT THIS RESOURCE

• 53 pages
• PDF Zip File
• This Lesson Plan Packet is suitable for grades 2-5 and lower-level Middle and High School Students, Students with Autism, English Language Learners, and Students with Disabilities.
• Duration: 3-4 days depending on pacing

This resource includes:

------ In-depth, step-by-step Lesson Plan

------ Editable version of the Lesson Plan (Modify as you wish - YAY!)

------ 1 Do Now/Launch Activity Worksheet and ANSWER KEY

------ 1 Mini Lesson Inference Graphic Organizer and ANSWER KEY

------ 2 Video Clip Worksheets and ANSWER KEY (one for higher-level students and one differentiated for lower level students)

------ 2-page Inference-based Question Worksheet and ANSWER KEY

------ 2 Formative Assessment Worksheets and ANSWER KEY (one for higher-level students and one differentiated for lower level students)

------ 2 Venn Diagrams

------ 1 Lesson Reflection Worksheet

------ 6 Writing Reflection Worksheets and 1 Skills List

------ 2 Scoring Rubrics (to score Writing Assessment)

------ 4 Short Response Writing Assessments completely differentiated totaling 8 Assessment Worksheets with ANSWER KEYS

------ 5 Bulletin Board Task Display Pages for each Writing Assessment!

------ 2 Inference Bookmarks

------ Video Link

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• This in-depth Lesson Plan Packet for the book Neema’s Reason to Smile by Patricia Newman helps students explore real life issues, specifically the challenges/barriers children face in accessing an education. In addition to a variety of engaging activities centered around education, the lesson plan includes a close reading of the book and the watching of a video that is related to the overall themes and topics presented in this book. (Video link included in the lesson plan). Students will engage in multiple activities where they will practice the following skills: inferencing, compare and contrast, and self-to-text, text-to-text, and world-to-text connections. Worksheets and Assessments are differentiated.

• An editable version of the Lesson Plan has been included to allow you to modify as you wish!

• Also included are 5 Compelling Bulletin Board Task Display Pages, which not only helps showcase student work, but also enhances the overall visual aspect of your bulletin board! You can print these out on photo or gloss paper for optimal quality and shine to post with student work.

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These daily August holiday nonfiction reading passages are perfect for adding some engaging informational texts into your classroom.. These reading comprehension worksheets have your students answering text dependent questions and writing opinions based on the text. Your third graders and fourth graders will beg to know what today's holiday is. These holiday informational texts cover topics that students get excited about!

Do your students struggle to be engaged in nonfiction and information texts? Look no further! 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!

What's Included:

❤️ 31 informational passages

❤️ 31 answer keys

❤️ fun topics

❤️ short-answer written responses

❤️ text-dependent questions

Please consider that not every day has a holiday that is school appropriate. Not every holiday remains on the same day each year.

Skills covered:

⭐ asking and answering questions

⭐ main idea

⭐ key details

⭐ making connections

⭐ context clues

⭐ author's POV vs reader's POV

How and When to use these Passages

→ reading warm-ups

→ test prep

→ informational text writing

→ whole group instruction

→ partner work

→ small group

→ literacy centers

→ guided reading groups

→ homework

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Do your students need practice to identify the main events and elements of a story? Do they have trouble distinguishing between main ideas or events and details? Then this close reading set is for you! These 15 worksheets with reading passages are designed to give your students an opportunity to practice identifying sequencing main events and details, as well as story elements!

What's included in the money-saving bundle:

Main Events and Sequencing Close Reading Worksheets

After reading each passage, students will identify the three main events in sequential order, a small detail from the story, as well as something made up that never actually happened in the story - my students love this!!

This packet contains 15 passages including one that's perfect for St. Patrick's Day titled "Catching a Leprechaun."

These no-prep worksheets are ready to go for you. Just print and proceed! The 15 passages offer variety, and this packet is ideal for teachers who want their students to get additional practice with this important skill.

INCLUDED WITH YOUR PURCHASE:

• 15 Printable Worksheets

Story Elements Close Reading Worksheets

Do your students need practice to identify the elements of story? These 15 worksheets with reading passages are designed to give your students an opportunity to practice identifying story elements.

After reading each passage, students will identify the characters, setting, problem (conflict), and lesson (theme).

This packet contains 15 passages including one that's perfect for St. Patrick's Day titled "Catching a Leprechaun."

These no-prep worksheets are ready to go for you. Just print and proceed! With 15 passages, this packet is ideal for teachers who want their students to get additional practice with this important skill.

INCLUDED WITH YOUR PURCHASE:

• 15 Printable Worksheets

***Note: both resources in the bundle utilize the same stories but each set focuses on a different skill! Perfect for practicing multiple skills!

Perfect for extra skill work during:

• morning meetings
• brain breaks
• sub-activities
• indoor recess
• snack time
• morning work
• early finishers
• end of year

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