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Engaging Figurative Writing Pack: Teach Similes, Metaphors, & Personification

By Jennifer Nguyen

Transform Writing with Engaging Figurative Language Lessons

Boost your students’ writing skills with this comprehensive Figurative Writing Resource Pack, designed for Grades 3-6. Teach similes, metaphors, and personification using vivid presentations, hands-on worksheets, and editable Google Slides/PowerPoint. Perfect for whole-class instruction, small groups, or independent learning, this resource is fully aligned with Common Core, TEKS, and the UK National Curriculum.

Save time with ready-to-use materials and differentiated tasks for all abilities. Featuring step-by-step guidance, interactive activities, and creative writing challenges, this pack helps students craft vivid, descriptive pieces while building confidence and autonomy. Proven effective in classrooms, it delivers an engaging, curriculum-aligned learning experience for teachers and students alike.


What’s Included? 

✏️  Print Materials: Worksheets, Answer keys, PDF of slides

✅✅ Digital Content: Part-Editable Google Slides/PowerPoint Presentation


What’s Inside?

✔️ 20 pg PowerPoint Presentation/Google Slides

✔️ 7 Worksheets

✔️ Student Directions

✔️ Teacher Answer Key

✔️ Teacher Directions, Tips and Differentiation

✔️ Learning Objective

✔️ Success Criteria

✔️ Lesson Route

Perfect for Grades 3-6!


Why You’ll Love This Resource:

✏️ No Prep

✏️ Print and Go

✏️ Cross-Curricular

✏️ Aligned with Common Core, TEKS, and UK National Curriculum.

✏️ Highly Engaging

✏️ Great for whole-class instruction, small groups, or independent work

✏️ Classroom-tested 


When to use this? 

Literacy ELA Lesson (1-2 hour lessons)

Sub Plans

Review


What Do You Need?

✏️ Pencils

✏️ Computer

✏️ Projector for slides (Slides are in PowerPoint format and can be uploaded to Google Drive to open as Google Slides)


Skills Used:

✔️ Identifying figurative language

✔️Creative writing

✔️ Reading comprehension

✔️ Vocabulary development

✔️ Critical thinking

✔️ Independent learning


Curriculum Alignment

This resource meets several educational standards, including:

Common Core State Standards (CCSS):

  • RL.4.4: Determine the meaning of words and phrases, including figurative language.
  • W.4.3: Write narratives with descriptive details and clear event sequences.

Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS):

  • 110.5 (ELA): Analyze how authors use figurative language to create meaning.
  • 110.5(b)(20): Write literary texts using figurative language.

UK National Curriculum (Years 3-6):

  • Writing Composition: Create vivid descriptions using figurative language.
  • Reading Comprehension: Discuss words/phrases that capture the reader’s imagination.

Bonus Benefits:

Encourages Creativity

Promotes Self-Learning

**✅**Addresses Common Misconceptions


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Inspire your students to write with flair and confidence. Grab this versatile, high-quality resource today!

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Text Structure Lesson Graphic Organizer Activity Centers Warm up 3rd 4th 5th

By Magen Crim

Engage 3rd-5th graders with a text structure nonfiction lesson: bell ringer, guided notes, ELA STAAR practice, activities, anchor chart, model passage, and exit ticket—ideal for intervention, stations, STAAR prep, and independent reading comprehension work!

A low-prep lesson designed to help learners master text structure in a fun and structured way within the Nonfiction Genre.

➡️ Why You Will Love

⭐A lesson plan that is planned and prepped so you get your planning time back!

⭐Science of reading-aligned strategies for students to apply to their reading.

⭐Real-world connections so that students see how the skill is applied to their everyday lives. 

⭐Flexible Format to integrate into any curriculum. 

⭐Differentiated small group instruction cards to help you reach every learner in your classroom. 

➡️ What’s Included

  • Detailed Mini-Lesson Plan
  • Warm Up
  • Anchor Chart
  • Real-World Connections
  • Interactive Adventure Google Lesson Slides
  • Teacher Model Text
  • Guided Notes
  • Guided Practice with key terms
  • Differentiated Small Group Instruction Cards
  • Student Activity: Color by Number
  • Exit Ticket

➡️ How to Use Suggestions

  • Begin with a warm-up to spark curiosity and introduce the day’s focus.
  • Teach with the anchor chart, lesson slides, model text, guided practice, and guided doodle notes, encouraging students to make connections.
  • Engage students with a story-driven adventure lesson. 
  • Provide scaffolded practice using small group instruction and independent activities.
  • Wrap up with an exit ticket to assess understanding and inform future lessons.
  • Use Google Slides and Adobe to assign or download resources.

Your students will love the adventure lesson, variety, and engagement provided in this resource! Bring Text Structure to life with this resource! 

➡️ LET’S CONNECT

Follow ELA Vibes to get updates on new resources!

➡️ Additional Supports

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Author's Voice Lesson Graphic Organizer Activity Centers Warm up 3rd 4th 5th

By Magen Crim

Engage 3rd-5th graders with an author’s voice fiction lesson: bell ringer, guided notes, ELA STAAR practice, activities, anchor chart, model passage, and exit ticket—ideal for intervention, stations, STAAR prep, independent reading comprehension, and differentiated supports!

A low-prep lesson designed to help learners master the author’s voice in a fun and structured way within the Fiction Genre.

➡️ Why You Will Love

⭐A lesson plan that is planned and prepped so you get your planning time back!

⭐Science of reading-aligned strategies for students to apply to their reading.

⭐Real-world connections so that students see how the skill is applied to their everyday lives. 

⭐Flexible Format to integrate into any curriculum. 

⭐Differentiated small group instruction cards to help you reach every learner in your classroom. 

➡️ What’s Included

  • Detailed Mini-Lesson Plan

  • Warm Up

  • Anchor Chart

  • Real-World Connections

  • Interactive Adventure Google Lesson Slides

  • Teacher Model Text

  • Guided Notes

  • Guided Practice with key terms

  • Differentiated Small Group Instruction Cards

  • Student Activity: Scavenger Hunt

  • Exit Ticket

➡️ How to Use Suggestions

  • Begin with a warm-up to spark curiosity and introduce the day’s focus.
  • Teach with the anchor chart, lesson slides, model text, guided practice, and guided doodle notes, encouraging students to make connections.
  • Engage students with a story-driven adventure lesson. 
  • Provide scaffolded practice using small group instruction and independent activities.
  • Wrap up with an exit ticket to assess understanding and inform future lessons.
  • Use Google Slides and Adobe to assign or download resources.

Your students will love the adventure lesson, variety, and engagement provided in this resource! Bring the Author’s Voice to life with this resource! 

➡️ LET’S CONNECT

Follow ELA Vibes to get updates on new resources!

➡️ Additional Supports

Mini-Lessons

Activity Packs

STAAR Prep

Short and Extended Constructed Responses

English Language Arts
ELA Test Prep
Reading
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Main Idea Supporting Details Activity Centers Warm up Exit Ticket 3rd 4th 5th

By Magen Crim

Engage 3rd-5th graders with a central idea and key details fiction lesson: bell ringer, guided notes, ELA STAAR practice, activities, anchor chart, model passage, and exit ticket—ideal for intervention, stations, STAAR prep, and independent reading comprehension work!

A low-prep lesson designed to help learners master the main idea and details in a fun and structured way within the Fiction Genre.

➡️ Why You Will Love

⭐A lesson plan that is planned and prepped so you get your planning time back!

⭐Science of reading-aligned strategies for students to apply to their reading.

⭐Real-world connections so that students see how the skill is applied to their everyday lives. 

⭐Flexible Format to integrate into any curriculum. 

⭐Differentiated small group instruction cards to help you reach every learner in your classroom. 

➡️ What’s Included

  • Detailed Mini-Lesson Plan

  • Warm Up

  • Anchor Chart

  • Real-World Connections

  • Interactive Adventure Google Lesson Slides

  • Teacher Model Text

  • Guided Notes

  • Guided Practice with key terms

  • Differentiated Small Group Instruction Cards

  • Student Activity: Scavenger Hunt

  • Exit Ticket

➡️ How to Use Suggestions

  • Begin with a warm-up to spark curiosity and introduce the day’s focus.

  • Teach with the anchor chart, lesson slides, model text, guided practice, and guided doodle notes, encouraging students to make connections.

  • Engage students with a story-driven adventure lesson. 

  • Provide scaffolded practice using small group instruction and independent activities.

  • Wrap up with an exit ticket to assess understanding and inform future lessons.

  • Use Google Slides and Adobe to assign or download resources.

Your students will love the adventure lesson, variety, and engagement provided in this resource! Bring Main Idea to life with this resource! 

➡️ LET’S CONNECT

Follow ELA Vibes to get updates on new resources!

➡️ Additional Supports

Mini-Lessons

Activity Packs

STAAR Prep

Short and Extended Constructed Responses

English Language Arts
ELA Test Prep
Reading
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Summary Paraphrasing Lesson Activity Centers Warm up Exit Ticket 3rd 4th 5th

By Magen Crim

Engage 3rd-5th graders with a summary paraphrasing nonfictionlesson: bell ringer, guided notes, ELA STAAR practice, activities, anchor chart, model passage, and exit ticket—ideal for intervention, stations, STAAR prep, and independent reading comprehension work!

A low-prep lesson designed to help learners master summarizing and paraphrasing in a fun and structured way within the Nonfiction Genre.

➡️ Why You Will Love

⭐A lesson plan that is planned and prepped so you get your planning time back!

⭐Science of reading-aligned strategies for students to apply to their reading.

⭐Real-world connections so that students see how the skill is applied to their everyday lives. 

⭐Flexible Format to integrate into any curriculum. 

⭐Differentiated small group instruction cards to help you reach every learner in your classroom. 

➡️ What’s Included

  • Detailed Mini-Lesson Plan

  • Warm Up

  • Anchor Chart

  • Real-World Connections

  • Interactive Adventure Google Lesson Slides

  • Teacher Model Text

  • Guided Notes

  • Guided Practice with key terms

  • Differentiated Small Group Instruction Cards

  • Independent Practice Student Activity: Maze

  • Exit Ticket

➡️ How to Use Suggestions

  • Begin with a warm-up to spark curiosity and introduce the day’s focus.
  • Teach with the anchor chart, lesson slides, model text, guided practice, and guided doodle notes, encouraging students to make connections.
  • Engage students with a story-driven adventure lesson. 
  • Provide scaffolded practice using small group instruction and independent activities.
  • Wrap up with an exit ticket to assess understanding and inform future lessons.
  • Use Google Slides and Adobe to assign or download resources.

Your students will love the adventure lesson, variety, and engagement provided in this resource! Bring Summary to life with this resource! 

➡️ LET’S CONNECT

Follow ELA Vibes to get updates on new resources!

➡️ Additional Supports

Summary and Paraphrasing Resources

Mini-Lessons

Activity Packs

STAAR Prep

Short and Extended Constructed Responses

English Language Arts
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Reading
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STAAR ELA Reading Test Prep Passages Intervention Main Idea& Details 3rd 4th 5th

By Magen Crim

Prepare 3rd-5th graders for STAAR with this central main idea and details resource! Includes revising and editing tasks, fiction, poetry, informational, drama, argumentative texts, STAAR questions, and SCR. Great for RTI, stations, or independent work.

➡️ Why You Will Love

⭐A resource that is planned and prepped so you get your planning time back!

⭐Science of reading-aligned strategies for students to apply to their reading.

⭐Flexible Format to integrate into any curriculum. 

⭐Supports differentiation to reach all your students.

➡️ What’s Included

  • 5 Engaging Passage Types: Fiction, Poetry, Informational, Drama, and Argumentative

  • Comprehension Questions

  • Short Constructed Response Prompts

  • Revising and Editing Practice

  • Answer Key

➡️ Suggested Classroom Uses

  • Literacy Centers or Stations

  • Small Group

  • Independent Practice

  • Partner Work

  • Homework

Help your students feel confident and prepared for STAAR with this all-in-one resource!

➡️ LET’S CONNECT

FollowELA Vibes to get updates on new resources!

➡️ Additional Supports

Mini-Lessons

Activity Packs

STAAR Prep

Short and Extended Constructed Responses

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Reading
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Text Features Lesson Graphic Organizer Activity Centers Warm up 3rd 4th 5th

By Magen Crim

Engage 3rd-5th graders with a print and graphics feature nonfiction lesson: bell ringer, guided notes, ELA STAAR practice, activities, anchor chart, model passage, and exit ticket—ideal for intervention, stations, STAAR prep, independent reading comprehension, and differentiated supports!

A low-prep lesson designed to help learners master text and graphic features in a fun and structured way within the Nonfiction Genre.

➡️ Why You Will Love

⭐A lesson plan that is planned and prepped so you get your planning time back!

⭐Science of reading-aligned strategies for students to apply to their reading.

⭐Real-world connections so that students see how the skill is applied to their everyday lives. 

⭐Flexible Format to integrate into any curriculum. 

⭐Differentiated small group instruction cards to help you reach every learner in your classroom. 

➡️ What’s Included

  • Detailed Mini-Lesson Plan
  • Warm Up
  • Anchor Chart
  • Real-World Connections
  • Interactive Adventure Google Lesson Slides
  • Teacher Model Text
  • Guided Notes
  • Guided Practice with key terms
  • Differentiated Small Group Instruction Cards
  • Independent Practice Student Activity: Color by Number
  • Exit Ticket

➡️ How to Use Suggestions

  • Begin with a warm-up to spark curiosity and introduce the day’s focus.
  • Teach with the anchor chart, lesson slides, model text, guided practice, and guided doodle notes, encouraging students to make connections.
  • Engage students with a story-driven adventure lesson. 
  • Provide scaffolded practice using small group instruction and independent activities.
  • Wrap up with an exit ticket to assess understanding and inform future lessons.
  • Use Google Slides and Adobe to assign or download resources.

Your students will love the adventure lesson, variety, and engagement provided in this resource! Bring Text and Graphic Features to life with this resource! 

➡️ LET’S CONNECT

Follow ELA Vibes to get updates on new resources!

➡️ Additional Supports

Mini-Lessons

Activity Packs

STAAR Prep

Short and Extended Constructed Responses

English Language Arts
ELA Test Prep
Reading
$4.99
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Author's Voice Lesson Graphic Organizer Activity Centers Warm up 3rd 4th 5th

By Magen Crim

Engage 3rd-5th graders with an author’s voice nonfiction lesson: bell ringer, guided notes, ELA STAAR practice, activities, anchor chart, model passage, and exit ticket—ideal for intervention, stations, STAAR prep, independent reading comprehension, and differentiated supports!

A low-prep lesson designed to help learners master examining the author’s voice in a fun and structured way within the Nonfiction Genre.

➡️ Why You Will Love

⭐A lesson plan that is planned and prepped so you get your planning time back!

⭐Science of reading-aligned strategies for students to apply to their reading.

⭐Real-world connections so that students see how the skill is applied to their everyday lives. 

⭐Flexible Format to integrate into any curriculum. 

⭐Differentiated small group instruction cards to help you reach every learner in your classroom. 

➡️ What’s Included

  • Detailed Mini-Lesson Plan

  • Warm Up

  • Anchor Chart

  • Real-World Connections

  • Interactive Adventure Google Lesson Slides

  • Teacher Model Text

  • Guided Notes

  • Guided Practice with key terms

  • Differentiated Small Group Instruction Cards

  • Independent Practice Student Activity: Scavenger Hunt

  • Exit Ticket

➡️ How to Use Suggestions

  • Begin with a warm-up to spark curiosity and introduce the day’s focus.
  • Teach with the anchor chart, lesson slides, model text, guided practice, and guided doodle notes, encouraging students to make connections.
  • Engage students with a story-driven adventure lesson. 
  • Provide scaffolded practice using small group instruction and independent activities.
  • Wrap up with an exit ticket to assess understanding and inform future lessons.
  • Use Google Slides and Adobe to assign or download resources.

Your students will love the adventure lesson, variety, and engagement provided in this resource! Bring the Author’s Voice to life with this resource! 

➡️ LET’S CONNECT

Follow ELA Vibes to get updates on new resources!

➡️ Additional Supports

Mini-Lessons

Activity Packs

STAAR Prep

Short and Extended Constructed Responses

English Language Arts
ELA Test Prep
Reading
$4.99
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Making Inferences ELA Centers Activities Passage STAAR Prep 3rd 4th 5th

By Magen Crim

Engage 3rd-5th graders with this making inferences pack featuring three interactive activities, perfect for reading STAAR practice, stations, RTI  intervention, and comprehension review.

These low-prep activities are designed to help learners master making inferences in a fun and structured way within the Fiction Genre.

➡️ What’s Included

  • Maze
  • Cut and Paste
  • Doodle Comprehension
  • Answer Key

➡️ Why You Will Love

⭐STAAR rigor activities that are planned and prepped so you get your planning time back!

⭐Flexible Format to integrate into any curriculum. 

⭐Variety of activities to differentiate to help you reach every learner in your classroom. 

➡️ Suggested Classroom Uses

  1. Literacy Centers or Stations
  2. Small Group
  3. Independent Practice
  4. Partner Work
  5. Homework
  6. STAAR Prep

Bring creativity and comprehension together!

➡️ LET’S CONNECT

Follow ELA Vibes to get updates on new resources! 

➡️ Additional Supports

Mini-Lessons

Activity Packs

STAAR Prep

Short and Extended Constructed Responses

English Language Arts
ELA Test Prep
Reading
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Author's Purpose ELA Reading Stations STAAR Task Cards Intervention 3rd 4th 5th

By Magen Crim

Engage 3rd-5th graders with this author's purpose pack featuring three interactive activities, perfect for STAAR practice, stations, RTI reading intervention, and comprehension review.

These low-prep activities are designed to help learners master the author’s purpose in a fun and structured way within the Fiction Genre.

➡️ What’s Included

  • Maze
  • Color by Number
  • Scavenger Hunt
  • Answer Key

➡️ Why You Will Love

⭐STAAR rigor activities that are planned and prepped so you get your planning time back!

⭐Flexible Format to integrate into any curriculum. 

⭐Variety of activities to differentiate to help you reach every learner in your classroom. 

➡️ Suggested Classroom Uses

  1. Literacy Centers or Stations
  2. Small Group
  3. Independent Practice
  4. Partner Work
  5. Homework
  6. STAAR Prep

Bring creativity and comprehension together!

➡️ LET’S CONNECT

Follow ELA Vibes to get updates on new resources! 

➡️ Additional Supports

Mini-Lessons

Activity Packs

STAAR Prep

Short and Extended Constructed Responses

English Language Arts
ELA Test Prep
Reading
$4.99
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STAAR ELA Reading Test Prep Passages Intervention Authors Purpose 3rd 4th 5th

By Magen Crim

Prepare 3rd-5th graders for ELA STAAR with this author’s purpose resource! Includes revising and editing tasks, fiction, poetry, informational, drama, argumentative texts, STAAR questions, and SCR. Great for RTI, stations, or independent work.

➡️ Why You Will Love

⭐A resource that is planned and prepped so you get your planning time back!

⭐Science of reading-aligned strategies for students to apply to their reading.

⭐Flexible Format to integrate into any curriculum. 

⭐Supports differentiation to reach all your students.

➡️ What’s Included

  • 5 Engaging Passage Types: Fiction, Poetry, Informational, Drama, and Argumentative
  • Comprehension Questions
  • Short Constructed Response Prompts
  • Revising and Editing Practice
  • Answer Key

➡️ Suggested Classroom Uses

  1. Literacy Centers or Stations
  2. Small Group
  3. Independent Practice
  4. Partner Work
  5. Homework

Help your students feel confident and prepared for STAAR with this all-in-one resource!

➡️ LET’S CONNECT

Follow ELA Vibes to get updates on new resources!

➡️ Additional Supports

Mini-Lessons

Activity Packs

STAAR Prep

Short and Extended Constructed Responses

English Language Arts
ELA Test Prep
Reading
$4.99
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Making Inferences ELA Centers Passages Activities Small Group STAAR 3rd 4th 5th

By Magen Crim

Engage 3rd-5th graders with this making inferences pack featuring three interactive activities, perfect for STAAR practice, stations, RTI reading intervention, and comprehension review.

These low-prep activities are designed to help learners master making inferences in a fun and structured way within the Nonfiction Genre.

➡️ What’s Included

  • Maze
  • Writing Dots
  • Pixel Art
  • Small Group Teacher Instruction Card
  • Answer Key

➡️ Why You Will Love

⭐STAAR rigor activities that are planned and prepped so you get your planning time back!

⭐Flexible Format to integrate into any curriculum. 

⭐Variety of activities to differentiate to help you reach every learner in your classroom. 

➡️ Suggested Classroom Uses

  1. Literacy Centers or Stations
  2. Independent Practice
  3. Partner Work
  4. Homework
  5. STAAR Prep

Bring creativity and comprehension together!

➡️ LET’S CONNECT

Follow **ELA Vibes**to get updates on new resources!

➡️ Additional Supports

Mini-Lessons

Activity Packs

STAAR Prep

Short and Extended Constructed Responses

English Language Arts
ELA Test Prep
Reading
$4.99
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Text Structure ELA Centers Activities Intervention STAAR Prep 3rd 4th 5th

By Magen Crim

Engage 3rd-5th graders with this text organization pack featuring three interactive activities, perfect for STAAR practice, stations, RTI reading intervention, and comprehension review.

These low-prep activities are designed to help learners master text structure in a fun and structured way within the Fiction Genre.

➡️ What’s Included

  • Maze
  • Cut and Paste
  • Tic Tac Toe
  • Answer Key

➡️ Why You Will Love

⭐STAAR rigor activities that are planned and prepped so you get your planning time back!

⭐Flexible Format to integrate into any curriculum. 

⭐Variety of activities to differentiate to help you reach every learner in your classroom. 

➡️ Suggested Classroom Uses

  1. Literacy Centers or Stations
  2. Small Group
  3. Independent Practice
  4. Partner Work
  5. Homework
  6. STAAR Prep

Bring creativity and comprehension together!

➡️ LET’S CONNECT

Follow ELA Vibes to get updates on new resources! 

➡️ Additional Supports

Mini-Lessons

Activity Packs

STAAR Prep

Short and Extended Constructed Responses

English Language Arts
ELA Test Prep
Reading
$4.99
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Main Idea and Supporting Details Fiction Activities Passages STAAR 3rd 4th 5th

By Magen Crim

Engage 3rd-5th graders with this Central Idea and Key Details pack featuring three interactive reading activities, perfect for STAAR practice, RTI intervention, stations, and review. Includes task cards, color by number, and sorting activities.

These low-prep activities are designed to help learners master the main idea and details in a fun and structured way within the Fiction Genre.

➡️ What’s Included

  • Color by Number
  • 12 Task Cards for a Scavenger Hunt
  • Cut and Paste
  • Answer Key

➡️ Why You Will Love

  • STAAR rigor activities that are planned and prepped so you get your planning time back!
  • Flexible Format to integrate into any curriculum. 
  • Variety of activities to differentiated to help you reach every learner in your classroom. 

➡️ Suggested Classroom Uses

  1. Literacy Centers or Stations
  2. Independent Practice
  3. Partner Work
  4. Homework
  5. STAAR Prep

Bring creativity and comprehension together!

➡️ LET’S CONNECT

Follow ELA Vibes to get updates on new resources! 

➡️ Additional Supports

Mini-Lessons

Activity Packs

STAAR Prep

Short and Extended Constructed Responses

English Language Arts
ELA Test Prep
Reading
$4.99
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Differentiated Leveled Reading Context Clues Practice Tracker 3rd 4th 5th

By Magen Crim

Support 3rd-5th diverse learners with 3 levels to master context clues in fiction, drama, nonfiction, and poetry. Includes pre-test, scaffolded passages, graphic organizer, post-test, and progress tracker. Ideal for ESL, ELA STAAR, RTI, stations, review, bell ringers, or independent reading comprehension work.

A no-prep resource designed to help students master reading comprehension!

➡️ Why You Will Love

⭐A resource that is planned and prepped so you get your planning time back!

⭐Science of reading-aligned strategies for students to apply to their reading.

⭐Flexible Format to integrate into any curriculum. 

⭐Supports differentiation to reach all your students.

➡️ What’s Included

  • 5 passages with 3 different levels of support
  • Pre-assessment to determine level
  • Progress Tracker
  • Practice Activity
  • Post-assessment
  • Teacher Directions
  • Answer Key

➡️ Suggested Classroom Uses

  1. Literacy Centers or Stations
  2. Small Group
  3. Independent Practice
  4. Formative Assessment
  5. Warm-ups
  6. Quarterly quick checks to monitor trends

➡️ LET’S CONNECT

Follow ELA Vibes to get updates on new resources! 

➡️ Additional Supports

Mini-Lessons

Activity Packs

STAAR Prep

Short and Extended Constructed Responses

English Language Arts
ELA Test Prep
Reading Strategies
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STAAR ELA Reading Test Prep Passages Intervention Point of View 3rd 4th 5th

By Magen Crim

Prepare 3rd-5th graders for STAAR with this point of view resource! Includes revising and editing tasks, fiction, poetry, informational, drama, argumentative texts, STAAR questions, and SCR.

➡️ Why You Will Love

⭐A resource that is planned and prepped so you get your planning time back!

⭐Science of reading-aligned strategies for students to apply to their reading.

⭐Flexible Format to integrate into any curriculum. 

⭐Supports differentiation to reach all your students.

➡️ What’s Included

  • 5 Engaging Passage Types: Fiction, Poetry, Informational, Drama, and Argumentative

  • Comprehension Questions

  • Short Constructed Response Prompts

  • Revising and Editing Practice

  • Answer Key

➡️ Suggested Classroom Uses

  • Literacy Centers or Stations

  • Small Group

  • Independent Practice

  • Partner Work

  • Homework

Help your students feel confident and prepared for STAAR with this all-in-one resource!

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Author's Purpose Lesson Graphic Organizer Activity Centers Warm up 3rd 4th 5th

By Magen Crim

Engage 3rd-5th graders with an author’s purpose lesson: bell ringer, guided notes, ELA STAAR practice, activities, anchor chart, model passage, and exit ticket—ideal for intervention, stations, STAAR prep, independent reading comprehension, and differentiated supports!

A low-prep lesson designed to help learners master the author’s purpose in a fun and structured way within the Nonfiction Genre.

➡️ What’s Included

  • Detailed Mini-Lesson Plan

  • Warm Up

  • Anchor Chart

  • Real-World Connections

  • Interactive Adventure Google Lesson Slides

  • Teacher Model Text

  • Guided Notes

  • Guided Practice with key terms

  • Differentiated Small Group Instruction Cards

  • Student Activity: Pixel Art

  • Exit Ticket

➡️ Why You Will Love

  • A lesson plan that is planned and prepped so you get your planning time back!

  • Science of reading-aligned strategies for students to apply to their reading.

  • Real-world connections so that students see how the skill is applied to their everyday lives. 

  • Flexible Format to integrate into any curriculum. 

  • Differentiated small group instruction cards to help you reach every learner in your classroom. 

➡️ How to Use Suggestions

  • Begin with a warm-up to spark curiosity and introduce the day’s focus.

  • Teach with the anchor chart, lesson slides, model text, guided practice, and guided doodle notes, encouraging students to make connections.

  • Engage students with a story-driven adventure lesson. 

  • Provide scaffolded practice using small group instruction and independent activities.

  • Wrap up with an exit ticket to assess understanding and inform future lessons.

  • Use Google Slides and Adobe to assign or download resources.

Your students will love the adventure lesson, variety, and engagement provided in this resource! Bring Author’s Purpose to life! 

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STAAR ELA Reading Test Prep Passages Intervention Making Inferences 3rd 4th 5th

By Magen Crim

Prepare 3rd-5th graders for ELA STAAR with this inference resource! Includes revising and editing tasks, fiction, poetry, informational, drama, argumentative texts, STAAR questions, and SCR. Great for RTI, stations, or independent work.

➡️ Why You Will Love

⭐A resource that is planned and prepped so you get your planning time back!

⭐Science of reading-aligned strategies for students to apply to their reading.

⭐Flexible Format to integrate into any curriculum. 

⭐Supports differentiation to reach all your students.

➡️ What’s Included

  • 5 Engaging Passage Types: Fiction, Poetry, Informational, Drama, and Argumentative

  • Comprehension Questions

  • Short Constructed Response Prompts

  • Revising and Editing Practice

  • Answer Key

➡️ Suggested Classroom Uses

  • Literacy Centers or Stations

  • Small Group

  • Independent Practice

  • Partner Work

  • Homework

Help your students feel confident and prepared for STAAR with this all-in-one resource!

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Valentine's Day ELA Reading Learning Centers Activities STAAR 3rd 4th 5th

By Magen Crim

Engage 3rd-5th graders with this Valentine's Day pack! Includes 3 activities on inference, story elements, characters, and theme—perfect for STAAR prep, stations, intervention, and comprehension review.

These low-prep activities are designed to help learners master reading comprehension in a fun and structured way within the Poetry and Fiction Genre.

➡️ What’s Included

  • Scavenger Hunt
  • Maze
  • Match & Untangle
  • Answer Key

➡️ Why You Will Love

⭐STAAR rigor comprehension activities that are planned and prepped so you get your planning time back!

⭐Flexible Format to integrate into any curriculum. 

⭐Variety of activities to differentiate to help you reach every learner in your classroom. 

➡️ Suggested Classroom Uses

  1. Literacy Centers or Stations
  2. Small Group
  3. Independent Practice
  4. Partner Work
  5. Homework
  6. STAAR Prep

Bring creativity and comprehension together!

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Text Structure Lesson Graphic Organizer Activity Centers Warm up 3rd 4th 5th

By Magen Crim

Engage 3rd-5th graders with a text structure fiction lesson: bell ringer, guided notes, ELA STAAR practice, activities, anchor chart, model passage, and exit ticket—ideal for intervention, stations, STAAR prep, and independent reading comprehension work!

A low-prep lesson designed to help learners master text structure in a fun and structured way within the Fiction Genre.

➡️ Why You Will Love

⭐A lesson plan that is planned and prepped so you get your planning time back!

⭐Science of reading-aligned strategies for students to apply to their reading.

⭐Real-world connections so that students see how the skill is applied to their everyday lives. 

⭐Flexible Format to integrate into any curriculum. 

⭐Differentiated small group instruction cards to help you reach every learner in your classroom. 

➡️ What’s Included

  • Detailed Mini-Lesson Plan
  • Warm Up
  • Anchor Chart
  • Real-World Connections
  • Interactive Adventure Google Lesson Slides
  • Teacher Model Text
  • Guided Notes
  • Guided Practice with key terms
  • Differentiated Small Group Instruction Cards
  • Student Activity: Cut and Paste
  • Exit Ticket

➡️ How to Use Suggestions

  • Begin with a warm-up to spark curiosity and introduce the day’s focus.
  • Teach with the anchor chart, lesson slides, model text, guided practice, and guided doodle notes, encouraging students to make connections.
  • Engage students with a story-driven adventure lesson. 
  • Provide scaffolded practice using small group instruction and independent activities.
  • Wrap up with an exit ticket to assess understanding and inform future lessons.
  • Use Google Slides and Adobe to assign or download resources.

Your students will love the adventure lesson, variety, and engagement provided in this resource! Bring Text Structure to life with this resource! 

➡️ LET’S CONNECT

Follow ELA Vibes to get updates on new resources!

➡️ Additional Supports

Mini-Lessons

Activity Packs

STAAR Prep

Short and Extended Constructed Responses

English Language Arts
ELA Test Prep
Reading
$4.99