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Call it Courage by Armstrong Sperry activity worksheets and novel study
By Tomorrowcomes
Immerse your students deeper into Armstrong Sperry's Newberry award winning story, Call it Courage, with this interactive study pack. Designed to engage students with the story line and vocabulary, this resource offers multiple ways to enrich their reading experience and comprehension.
The pack includes three distinct chapter note templates, allowing you to pick the format best suited to your particular teaching style or classroom environment. These templates will provide students with a structure for capturing their thoughts, ideas, and questions as they progress through the book.
In addition to these templates, a writing prompt sheet with five diverse ideas is included. These prompts are designed to stimulate critical thinking and encourage students to engage more deeply with the narrative, characters, and themes of the story, thereby enhancing their understanding and enjoyment of the book.
The pack also features a word search and crossword activity sheets to reinforce understanding of the vocabulary and characters from the story. Not only do these activities make learning fun, but they also stimulate cognitive abilities such as problem-solving and focus.
Finally, a 2-page worksheet is included in the pack. This versatile resource can be used as a quiz to assess comprehension and retention of the story or even a homework assignment.
These resources provide a comprehensive and engaging way for your students to immerse themselves in Call it Courage, enriching their reading experience and making teaching this award-winning story a breeze.
Looking for other great reads check out
The Lacemaker and the Princess by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley and the book study to accompany it!
Animals A-Z Reading Comprehension Passages|Main Idea &Multiple Choice Questions
By LessonLink Teacher
These Animals A-Z Reading Comprehension Passages are a captivating educational resource that will engage young minds while improving their reading skills and knowledge about animals.
The passages are carefully crafted to align with the reading abilities and interests of grade 2 and 3 students, but they are also accessible to grade 1 learners who are developing their reading skills. Likewise, grade 4 students can benefit from the passages as they reinforce comprehension strategies and expand their knowledge base.
Accompanying each passage is a main idea question that challenges readers to identify the central theme or message of the text. There is also a set of multiple-choice questions that test comprehension and understanding and answer keys.
The animals in the passages include:
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Saint Patrick's Day Reading Comprehension - Differentiated Worksheet Activities
By Kimberly
❤️Looking to teach about and celebrate St. Patrick's Day in your classroom? Learn about 10 important elements in Irish culture, while practicing important reading comprehension skills and vocabulary with these differentiated worksheets (30 pages + answer key + black & white set)!
✅ St. Patrick's Day Topics Included:
☑ Saint Patrick, Ireland, rainbow, gold coins, shamrock, horseshoe, harp, food, fiddle, leprechaun
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✏️Use critical thinking and deductive reasoning to make meaning of the passages.
✏️The differentiated reading comprehension worksheets come in 3 levels:
multiple choice
dotted lines
solid lines
✏️Perfect for 1st, 2nd and 3rd grade!
✏️A great addition to your St. Patrick's Day celebration or Irish culture unit!
✏️ Great for morning work, literacy centers, homework, intervention programs, and more!
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⭐️This resource is low prep and will save you time! Simply print and go! Select the differentiated worksheets that are most appropriate for your students' needs.
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✅Includes: (30 pages)
✅ Worksheets - 3 differentiated levels: (30 pages)
☑ Level 1: reading passage & multiple choice questions (10 pages)
☑ Level 2: reading passage & write the answers - dotted lines (10 pages)
☑ Level 3: reading passage & write the answers - solid lines (10 pages)
✅ Bonus: (63 pages)
☑ Black & white set (30 pages)
☑ Table of contents (2 pages)
☑ What you need to know (1 page)
☑ Answer key (30 pages)
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✅ Topics included: (10)
☑ Saint Patrick
☑ Ireland
☑ rainbow
☑ gold coins
☑ shamrock
☑ horseshoe
☑ harp
☑ food
☑ fiddle
☑ leprechaun
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Pixar Shorts Finding Theme and Summary Worksheets and Graphic Organizer
By TooBookedUp
Are you trying to make theme sticky for your students? This resource includes practice worksheets for three short films under 5 minutes long: Piper, The Present, Pip available on Youtube for free. Students will love the beautiful graphics of the films, and the heart warming lessons to learn from each. I love using these films as mini lessons of about 10 minutes each or you can combine all three into a 30 minute practice session. This can be used virtually or in person, as extension activities or as direct instruction!
Piper: https://youtu.be/WIPV1iwzrzg
The Present: https://youtu.be/WjqiU5FgsYc
Pip: https://youtu.be/07d2dXHYb94
Free Bonus: Using Pixar to teach Somebody wanted, but, so then (Summary!) with answer keys.
4th of July: Reading Comprehension
By Thachakorn Kokong
Celebrate Independence Day with a Blast from the Past!
This fun worksheet is your passport to learning all about the 4th of July! Travel back in time to discover why the American colonies declared independence from England. Read the passage and answer the questions to become an expert on the history of this special holiday. So grab your thinking cap, and get ready to celebrate freedom!
Reading Comprehension Passages & Questions 4th Grade | Fall & Autumn Worksheets
By TaughtOught Homeschooling
Do you want some bite-sized reading comprehension activities packed full of fun and interesting fall & autumn-themed passages and questions? This ten-page product is perfect for:
✏ Getting students interested in close reading
✏ Learning a ton of fun, interesting facts about the fall season
✏ Centers activities, homework sheets, or homeschooling work
This resource includes:
✏ 10 Autumn/Fall-themed reading comprehension passages with questions
✏ Answer keys
✏ No prep! Simply print and distribute.
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Goldilocks and The Three Bears Reading Comprehension Quiz Tests Story Sequencing
By April S Bash
Goldilocks and The Three Bears Reading Comprehension Test Questions Quiz & Story Sequencing Set!
Includes both multiple choice and short answer versions. (Based on the classic fairy tale book (book NOT included).
8 Pages Total Include:
10 Comprehension short-answer questions
10 Multiple Choice Questions
* * * answer sheets (corresponds with both sets)
Sequencing : 12 written scenes from the story to place in order, with illustrations
* * * Sequencing : Blank paste sheet
* * * Sequencing answers
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Goldilocks and The Three Bears Read Aloud Book Companion Reading Comprehension
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MLK Martin Luther King Jr Writing Activities Printable Worksheets
By You Are Special
**Martin Luther King Jr Writing Activities Printable Worksheets 2nd 3rd 4th 5th Grade.
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MLK Reading Comprehension Passages 1st Grade New Year Reading Comprehension
By Chasity Giddens
Make January a breeze with these engaging First Grade Reading Passages! This resource includes 20 no-prep reading passages designed to build reading comprehension and fluency. Featuring winter-themed, MLK Day, and New Year’s topics, these passages provide meaningful, high-interest reading practice that keeps students motivated while strengthening essential literacy skills.
Perfect for teachers looking to:
✅ Save time with ready-to-go reading passages that require zero prep.
✅ Support students’ fluency and comprehension in a fun, purposeful way.
✅ Provide differentiated instruction for small groups, independent reading, or homework.
How This Resource Benefits Your Students:
These January-themed passages help students:
Product Features:
✅ 20 Thematic January Reading Passages: Includes exciting topics such as snowball fights, sledding, MLK’s message of kindness, and New Year’s celebrations.
✅ Fluency Practice: Each passage includes a fluency tracker, encouraging students to read the story multiple times for improvement.
✅ Text-Based Comprehension: Three carefully crafted questions per passage focus on finding and marking text evidence.
✅ No-Prep & Teacher-Friendly: Simply print and go! Perfect for busy teachers who want an effective and engaging resource at their fingertips.
Ideal for:
Small Groups & Guided Reading: Support students as they practice fluency and discuss their understanding of the text.
✏️ Independent Practice: Great for literacy centers or morning work to build confidence.
Homework & Extra Practice: Encourage family involvement with easy-to-use passages that reinforce classroom learning.
Why This Resource Will Make Your Life Easier:
These no-prep reading passages take the guesswork out of lesson planning, saving you valuable time while providing high-quality literacy practice. The mix of engaging themes and targeted comprehension skills ensures your students stay on track and grow as confident readers—all while enjoying relevant, seasonal topics.
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decodables sentences cvc read it draw it worksheets
By Snap & Sprout printables.
Unlock creativity and enhance literacy skills with our Read and Draw Worksheets! This resource includes over 80 engaging sentences designed to inspire students to read and express their understanding through drawing.
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Main Idea passages fourth grade main idea short passages Axolotl Special Ed 5th
By Modz by Laila
These main idea short passages with main idea questions worksheets help students practice identifying the main idea. It is designed for students in 4th to 6th grade and can be used in a variety of settings including small group instruction, independent work, and homework assignments.
Benefits:
Engaging content about interesting animals
No prep needed for teachers
Versatile resource for various types of instruction
Instructions/Tips for Implementation:
Teachers can read the passages aloud to students and then review the answers together. Alternatively, students can work on the worksheets independently. This resource can also be used for whole group instruction, small group work, as a reward activity, or as homework assignments.
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Printable Mothers Day Reading Comprehension Passage with Answers
By The Students Palace
Mother's Day Reading Comprehension Passages are a set of educational materials designed to help students improve their reading comprehension skills while learning about Mother's Day.
These passages cover topics related to Mother's Day, such as the history of the holiday, different cultural celebrations, and how families celebrate the occasion. The passages are accompanied by comprehension questions that test students' understanding of the text, as well as vocabulary and critical thinking exercises.
These materials can be used by teachers in the classroom or by parents at home to help their children improve their reading comprehension abilities while celebrating the special day.
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Great for kids, boys and girls
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Florence Nightingale Close Reading Activity Digital & Print | 3rd & 4th Grade
By Creative Primary Literacy
A Google Forms close reading activity with comprehension and grammar questions followed by an extension task about the founder of modern nursing, Florence Nightingale.
The NO PREP informational text activity is ideal for distance learning and perfect for students in third grade or fourth grade. The resource, which also comes in PDF format, allows students to learn key facts about the famous figure whilst working on their comprehension skills.
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This activity is an online resource, that uses Google Forms, and is linked to your Google Drive. It can be completed by students online using tablets, phones or computers, and is easily assessed by teachers as all the answers are provided in a quick and easy format.
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Time allowance to complete:
5-10 minutes - read through the text individually.
40-50 minutes - answer questions using the text as guidance (including extension activity)
Time allowance to assess:
A class set of activities might take around 15-20 minutes to mark; the teacher can then send the students their marks automatically, which allows them to read back through their work. Nearly all answers are not automatically generated, but only require a small amount of work to assign points. This is because the aim is to get students writing answers and not to just have multiple choice options.
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Malala Yousafazi Reading Comprehension Research Passage- Women's History Month
By Veronica Reyes
This is a nonfiction biographical reading passage about Malala Yousafazi as a Female Changemaker and a Human Rights Leader. Students can use this as a jumping off point for a research project or for Women's History Month.
DIFFERENTIATED LEVELS FOR ALL LEARNERS
- Early elementary (1-3)
- Upper elementary (4-6)
- Complex Readers (7-12)
*Each newsletter is 2 pages.
Information on...
➡️ Early Life
➡️ Career
➡️ Interesting Facts
➡️ Influence
INCLUDED- Reading Comprehension Questions! Differentiated and can be used with any reading passage about an influential female leader. Perfect for close reading!
Close Reading: Wolves by Gail Gibbons
By Qiang Ma
Teaching Animal Science/Mammal through Close Reading and Fine Arts with GLAD strategies. Prep free! Grade 1-5.
Materials include lesson plans, activity pages and posters with both student version and teacher version (with teaching scripts).
Major components of the product:
- Student Package:
- 1 Info Organizer
- 2 Reading Passages
- 2 Text Dependent Questions Sets ( each with 4 questions)
- 1 Vocabulary Sheet
-Teacher Package:
- 1 Info Organizer with answers
- 2 Reading Passages with Close Reading marks
- 2 Text Dependent Questions Sets with answers
- 1 Vocabulary Sheet with answers
- 2 Wolf Black and White Drawings
- 2 Wolf Color Drawings
- 1 Vocab Poster with Post-it notes
- Lesson Plan embedded in 2 teaching scripts: 1 for Reading Passage and 1 for Text Dependent Questions.
This product is included in Close Reading Bundle: Science + Holidays.
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Related Lessons:
Science Word Search: Wolf
Science Word Search: Mammal Facts
Science Word Search: Animal Unit
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Click a link below to see my other Close Reading Lessons:
Close Reading Bundle: Science + Holidays from Gail Gibbons
Plant:
Close Reading: Plant Unit
Close Reading: Apples
Close Reading: Corn
Close Reading: From Seed to Plant
Close Reading: Tell Me, Tree
Close Reading: The Fruits We Eat
Close Reading: The Pumpkin Book
Close Reading: The Vegetables We Eat
Animals:
Close Reading: Animal Unit
Amphibian:
Close Reading: Frogs
Arachnid:
Close Reading: Spiders
Bird:
Close Reading: Owls
Close Reading: Penguins!
Fish:
Close Reading: Sharks
Insect:
Close Reading: Monarch Butterfly
Close Reading: The Honey Makers
Close Reading: Ladybugs
Mammal:
Close Reading: Bats
Close Reading: Elephants of Africa
Close Reading: Polar Bears
Close Reading: Wolves
Close Reading: Whales
Reptile:
Close Reading: Alligators and Crocodiles
Close Reading: Dinosaurs!
Close Reading: Sea Turtles
Close Reading: Snakes
Environment:
Close Reading: Environment Unit
Close Reading: Caves and Caverns
Close Reading: Coral Reefs
Close Reading: Deserts
Close Reading: Marshes & Swamps
Close Reading: Rain Forests
Close Reading: Recycle!
Weather:
Close Reading: Weather Unit
Close Reading: It's Hurricanes!
Close Reading: It's Raining!
Close Reading: It's Snowing!
Close Reading: Tornadoes!
Season:
Close Reading: The Reasons for Seasons
Astronomy:
Close Reading: Astronomy Unit
Close Reading: GALAXIES, GALAXIES!
Close Reading: Planet Earth/Inside Out
Close Reading: The Moon Book
Close Reading: THE PLANETS
Matter:
Close Reading: States of Matter
Social Studies/Holidays:
Close Reading: Holiday Unit
Close Reading: Christmas Is ...
Close Reading: Easter
Close Reading: Halloween Is ... by Gail Gibbons
Close Reading: St. Patrick's Day by Gail Gibbons
Close Reading: Thanksgiving Is ... by Gail Gibbons
Close Reading: Valentine's Day Is ... by Gail Gibbons
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Story Elements | Close Reading | Reading Comprehension |ELA Worksheets | No Prep
By Perfectly Planned Designs
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 unique passages, this packet is ideal for teachers who want their students to get additional practice with this important skill.
Simply print and go! There is truly no preparation needed, which is why this set is perfect to leave for sub plans, bell ringers, homework, test prep, review or assessment!
INCLUDED WITH YOUR PURCHASE:
You might be interested in Money-Saving Bundle! It includes 15 worksheets with reading passages that are designed to give your students an opportunity to practice identifying sequencing main events and details, as well as story elements, using the same stories. Excellent for a spiral review of skills!
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INCLUDES THESE HIGH-INTEREST TOPICS FOR TEENS...
⭐️ Crocs
⭐️ Netflix
⭐️ Takis
⭐️ Fortnite
⭐️ MrBeast
⭐️ Air Jordans
⭐️ TikTok
⭐️ OpenAI
6-Page Article & Activity Sets - Includes 8 Sets!
Each set includes...
► 1-page pop culture article
► Reading Comprehension - 7 multiple choice questions
► Critical Thinking - 5 short answer questions
► Crossword Puzzle
► Design Page
► Impossible MAZE
This Pop Culture Bundle for Middle School will make your students WANT to work and stay on task as they read about high-interest trending topics among teens. Also available for High School and Upper Elementary School.
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Collective Nouns Reading Comprehension Passage
By Young Achiever's Academy
Get ready for a fun-filled adventure on the farm with "Barnyard Concert Adventure"! This engaging story introduces young learners to collective nouns in a way that’s entertaining and easy to understand. Join Farmer Fred and his band of musicians as they host a lively concert for all the animals on the farm, from a choir of singers to a bale of hay for the cows and a bunch of bananas for the monkeys!
Perfect for 2nd graders, this resource includes:
This product is great for:
Bring the farm to your classroom and make learning about collective nouns an adventure your students will love!
Life Cycle of a Pumpkin: Reading Comprehension Passages questions & answers
By Create Learn Inspire Grow
This resource includes three engaging reading comprehension passages about the life cycle of a pumpkin, along with comprehension questions for each passage. Ideal for grades 2-4, these passages can be used to enhance students' understanding of plant biology and improve reading skills.
Passages Included
Comprehension Questions
Master the RACE Strategy: Writing Response Pack for Grades 3-5
By MrsBaileyandHerClass
Students often struggle to write clear, structured responses to questions, leaving their answers disorganized or incomplete. This RACE Strategy Writing Response Pack is the perfect solution to help your students craft organized and thoughtful written responses! With clear guidance on the RACE method—Restate, Answer, Cite, Explain—this resource will transform how your students approach written questions.
Features & Benefits:
Why It Works:
The RACE strategy helps students break down complex questions and answer them step-by-step, promoting clearer, more focused writing. These tools not only build essential writing skills but also improve overall comprehension and critical thinking.
Equip your students with the skills they need to become confident, organized writers. Grab this RACE Strategy Writing Response Pack today and watch their written responses improve!
Reading Comprehension - Summarizing Strategy
By Visual Vibe
This Reading Comprehension - Summarizing Pack can be used with any text, both fiction and nonfiction. With differentiated graphic organisers, to build your students 'summarizing' skills and depth of understanding.
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