3rd Grade English Language Arts Activities (by date, oldest first)

This super sight word game is a great way to get your little super heroes excited about reading! Game cards include pre-primer, primer, first grade, and second grade Dolch sight words, each marked for easy differentiation based on level. Download, print, laminate, and cut the cards and spinner. Students will spin and land on a number (one or two to practice as many words as possible). Some spaces say "draw 2." That means the student will draw and read two cards. On "action" spaces, you get to choose what the student can do. Use these spaces as an extra turn, lose a turn, or a battle! In a battle, each student can choose a card and attempt to read it. Any card read is kept; cards read incorrectly will return to the pile. Clip art in the game is from Krista Wallden with Creative Clips.

This resource will help your students/children learn their alphabet in cursive. This resource is an EDITABLE template that includes:

1. Complete cursive alphabet

2. Each letter of the alphabet with two practice sheets for each letter

3. 81 pages total in PPTX format and can be downloaded into Google Slides.

4. If you do not like the cursive font used, this resource is completely editable OR you can email me at bigeasyhomeschoolingmom@gmail.com with a font you would like to use and I will be happy to edit this resource with the font of your choice. Please note that some fonts may not transfer correctly from Google Slides to PowerPoint and may not be aligned when you download. This is completely normal.

If your students/children enjoy this resource, I would appreciate your feedback within 24 hours after purchase and download.

Thank you so much for your continued support!

Tina Arozena - Big Easy Homeschooling Mom

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Move and breathe through a childhood classic. The Napping House by Don and Audrey Wood has been a favorite story in my classes for years, and with a librarian’s suggestion, I brought it to life through yoga for the first time in 2012. Now accompanied by our beautiful illustrations, we can use this yoga sequence to promote a lifelong love of learning, reading, and healthy habits.

Each of the characters in the story is paired with a yoga pose, and each page adds another character in order. As the sequence builds, the poses come together in a beautiful flow. Do the poses as you read, or read and then do the poses—whatever feels the best to you.

This lesson plan is a perfect resource for teachers, parents or clinicians who want bring the story to life with movement. We’ve included a story script and a list of poses so children can learn the yoga sequence.

The Napping House Literacy Integration is a 14-page PDF download that you can view on your phone, tablet, computer or print to paper.
This download contains the following:

• The Napping House Lesson Plan designed for kids ages 4-10

• List of yoga poses, props and key themes that relate to the story

• Story script to read along with The Napping House

• Guided relaxation, meditation script, crafts, and group activities

• The Napping House yoga sequence poster, with nine (9) poses

With love from my heart and my team to you!
Lara

In yoga, the Yamas & Niyamas are a moral code of conduct, a guideline for how to live. Together, the Yamas & Niyamas help us to make careful decisions about how to think, speak, and behave. This foundational thinking prepares children to form healthy relationships with themselves and others.

This bundle includes two (2) lesson units:

1. Yamas & Niyamas Teen Unit is 47-page PDF download directed at teenagers
2. Yamas & Niyamas Kid Unit is a 48-page PDF download directed at kids ages 7-11

Both units are a PDF download which you can view on your phone, tablet, computer or print out onto paper.

This bundle contains twenty (20) lesson plans that can be used as a yoga class series, or easily incorporated into the school classroom. Adults can facilitate conversations, games, activities, and yoga experiences that give children concrete information about each of the Yamas & Niyamas.  

Each lesson plan breaks down one of the Yamas or Niyamas and includes; introduction to that specific core value, a discussion guide, small group work or activity, breathing exercises and yoga poses to challenge and engage children.

How can kids benefit from learning about the yamas and niyamas? Our founder Lara Hocheiser discusses how to apply the principles of yamas and niyamas to children ages 7-11 in Yamas and Niyamas Webinar for Kids.

How to Print

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For best results, print at “Fit” or "Fit to page” at High Quality.

Putting the pages into sheet protectors and a binder or folder will preserve it for plenty of uses!

Since printers vary widely, we strongly recommend that you use your Print Preview feature to see the results before printing.

The Essential Yoga Bundle is made for educators, parents, and anyone doing yoga with children!

The Essential Yoga Bundle includes:

1. Sun Salutation Yoga Cards

2. Yamas & Niyamas Lesson Unit

3. Empowerment Series Printable Yoga Cards + Lesson Plans

The Sun Salutation Sequence is a 19-page PDF download that you can view on your phone, tablet, computer or print out onto paper. If printed, we recommend cutting out each card and taping/gluing on a 4x6 index card or card stock. For added durability, laminate each card.

The Yamas and Niyamas Lesson Unit is a 34-page PDF download which you can view on your phone, tablet, computer or print out onto paper. The lesson unit helps children learn the concepts of the yoga philosophy, the context for the Yamas and Niyamas in everyday life, and how to incorporate these values at school, in sports and at home.

The Empowerment Sequence is a 16-page PDF download which you can view on your phone, tablet, computer or print out onto paper. We recommend cutting out each card and taping/gluing on a 4x6 index card or card stock. For added durability, laminate each card.

Let's be honest, phonemic awareness can be SO boring for our students! Whenever we are working on it they want to use the words in sentences or want to see a picture of what that word means! Now they have a picture to connect to the word!

These cards are so much fun my students beg me to work with them! I let them choose their manipulative; whether it is play-dough to tap, legos, chips, or blocks! This also gives those kiddos struggling with blending and segmenting a concrete method to gain those skills!

The cards are broken into each vowel so that you can easily practice phonemic awareness with the vowel you are working on. You can also mix them up so they can practice the skill for each vowel!

-Includes

-vowels; ar,or,er,ur,ir

-R-controlled vowel words with a picture

-Sound boxes on the front

-The word and amount of sounds on the back for self-correction!

These keyword letter cards will help your students remember their sounds! When you add pictures and keywords research has shown it helps in the retention and retrieval of information.

Included:

• Mnemonic keywords
• Sounds; ai, ay, ee, ea, ey, oi, oy, oa, oe, ow, ou, ue, ew, au, aw, and oo.

I always have my kids create actions that go with the pictures. This allows them to be active while doing letter sounds! Research shows that adding movement to learning can also help in the retrieval and retention of information.

These keyword letter cards will help your students remember their sounds! When you add pictures and keywords research has shown it helps in the retention and retrieval of information.

Included:

• Mnemonic keywords
• All 26 letters of the alphabet
• Long Vowels
• Digraphs; th (voiced and unvoiced), ch, sh, ck, ph, wh
• Vowel Teams: ai, ay, ee, ea, ey, oi, oy, oa, oe, ow, ou, ue, ew, au, aw, oo
• Word Families: all, am, an, ang, ing, ong, ung, ank, ink, onk, unk
• R-Controlled Vowels: ar, or, er, ir, ur

I always have my kids create actions that go with the pictures. This allows them to be active while doing letter sounds! Research shows that adding movement to learning can also help in the retrieval and retention of information.

Let's be honest, phonemic awareness can be SO boring for our students! Whenever we are working on it they want to use the words in sentences or want to see a picture of what that word means! Now they have a picture to connect to the word!

These cards are so much fun my students beg me to work with them! I let them choose their manipulative; whether it is play-dough to tap, legos, chips, or blocks! This also gives those kiddos struggling with blending and segmenting a concrete method to gain those skills!

This bundle allows you to choose the skill that you need for each group you are working with!

-Includes

-CVC Vowels; a,e,i,o,u

-VCe Vowels;

-Digraphs; ch,sh,th,wh,ck,ph,wr,kn

-Vowels; ar,or,er,ur,ir

-Pictures to provide meaning

-Sound boxes on the front

-The word and amount of sounds on the back for self-correction!

Adaptive Books with a polar animal theme! Each book contains colorful pictures of your favorite polar animals - orca, arctic hare, seal, beluga whale, walrus, arctic fox, polar bear and narwhal!

Book 1 - This book is not adaptive, it is a simple read aloud featuring details about the animals in each habitat.

Book 2 - This book contains 8 icons, colorful pages (laminate and reuse again and again) & a visual prompting to support comprehension.

Book 3 - This book contains 8 color icons & low ink for quick printing. Each page has a visual support & an "I see" statement.

Book 4 - This book contains 8 color icons & low ink for quick printing. Each page has no visual supports & an "I see" statement.

These books do require prep work prior to using. I generally print, use velcro & bind them. They are able to be used year after year! Please feel free to reach out with any questions! untilthepiecesfit2@gmail.com

This set is also included in my growing packet of adaptive books. As I make new sets of adaptive books they will all be added:).

Growing Bundle of Adaptive Books!

Adaptive Books with an ocean animal theme! Each book contains colorful pictures of your favorite ocean animals - whale, dolphin, octopus, starfish, clownfish, stingray, pufferfish, shark, sea turtle, jellyfish

Book 1 - This book is not adaptive, it is a simple read aloud featuring details about the animals in the ocean.

Book 2 - This book contains 10 icons, colorful pages (laminate and reuse again and again) & a visual prompting to support comprehension.

Book 3 - This book contains 10 color icons & low ink for quick printing. Each page has a visual support & an "I see" statement.

Book 4 - This book contains 10 color icons & low ink for quick printing. Each page has no visual supports & an "I see" statement.

These books do require prep work prior to using. I generally print, use velcro & bind them. They are able to be used year after year! Please feel free to reach out with any questions! untilthepiecesfit2@gmail.com

This set is also included in my growing packet of adaptive books. As I make new sets of adaptive books they will all be added:).

Growing Bundle of Adaptive Books!

Adaptive Books with a wetland animal theme! Each book contains colorful pictures of your favorite wetland animals - alligator, duck, marsh fly, fish, beaver, crayfish, snapping turtle, muskrat

Book 1 - This book is not adaptive, it is a simple read aloud featuring details about the animals in the wetlands.

Book 2 - This book contains 8 icons, colorful pages (laminate and reuse again and again) & a visual prompting to support comprehension.

Book 3 - This book contains 8 color icons & low ink for quick printing. Each page has a visual support & an "I see" statement.

Book 4 - This book contains 8 color icons & low ink for quick printing. Each page has no visual supports & an "I see" statement.

These books do require prep work prior to using. I generally print, use velcro & bind them. They are able to be used year after year! Please feel free to reach out with any questions! untilthepiecesfit2@gmail.com

This set is also included in my growing packet of adaptive books. As I make new sets of adaptive books they will all be added:).

Growing Bundle of Adaptive Books!

Do your students love dinosaurs? These dinosaur adapted books were made with the diverse special education classroom in mind. If you need to work on comprehension, there are 3 levels of corresponding work. This is great when you have a class with multiple levels, or when you have students for multiple years.

5 differentiated books & materials (vocabulary, matching, comprehension, assessment, writing & clip cards)

Check out the preview to see a sample of the books!

Book 1: Finding Fossils

This book provides explanations of different fossils.

Book 2: Finding Dinosaurs

This book talks about 6 different dinosaurs! Check understanding using the removable icons.

Book 3: Dinosaur Dig

Go with your students on a dinosaur dig! Check understanding using the removable icons.

Book 4 & 5: "I see" books.

These books focus on tools and dinosaurs.

You can spend additional time with the books using the materials aligned to each book. These include activities with understanding vocabulary, pages you can post in your classroom, and writing exercises. Clip cards are also included for station work.

Interactive Adaptive Books, themed around rainforest animals. These books are designed to cater to diverse learning needs while immersing readers in the wonders of the rainforest ecosystem. Featuring a collection of your favorite rainforest animals - the sloth, butterfly, hummingbird, parrot, jaguar, tree frog, tapir, and capybara - each book promises a rich and engaging learning experience.

Tiered Supports for Every Learner: Our Interactive Adaptive Books are thoughtfully crafted to accommodate learners of all levels. Each book is structured with tiered supports, ensuring that every reader, from beginners to more advanced learners, can find their perfect level of engagement. This approach fosters inclusivity and provides an opportunity for learners to progress at their own pace.

Book 1 - Exploring the Rainforest Animals: This book is not adaptive however as you turn the pages, you'll discover captivating details about the animals that call the rainforest home. With each page, young readers will expand their knowledge and appreciation for these incredible creatures.

Book 2 - Interactive Comprehension: This book contains 8 icons, colorful pages with simple sentences including animals and their action. Example: I see a tapir rooting for food.

Book 3 - Visual Support & Statements: In this version, the focus is on visual learning and language development. The book contains a selection of 8 color icons representing the rainforest animals. The low-ink design ensures easy and economical printing. Every page features both a visually appealing icon and an "I see" statement, encouraging readers to connect the visuals with the corresponding animals. This book is an ideal resource for fostering early language skills while immersing children in the beauty of the rainforest.

Book 4 - Developing Independence: This book contains 8 color icons which students will match to the "I see" statement on each page. No visual supports are provided for this book which is an excellent way to determine if students recognize the animals without extra support. I have used low ink for quick and easy printing.

While these books require a bit of preparation – from printing to velcro attachment and binding – the effort is well worth it. Once assembled, these versatile resources can be used year after year, making learning about rainforest animals a timeless adventure. For inquiries or further assistance, don't hesitate to reach out at untilthepiecesfit2@gmail.com. Immerse young learners in the captivating world of the rainforest and watch their curiosity and knowledge bloom.

This set is also included in my growing packet of adaptive books. As I make new sets of adaptive books they will all be added:).

Growing Bundle of Adaptive Books!

Practice the differences between the -ge/-dge word ending. Example lesson provides practice in phonological awareness, guided practice, connection to word meaning, reading of text.

This packet has activities and visuals to support practice with demonstrating understanding of why we use -ge or a -dge ending.

• Students will sort words/pictures with the -ge/-dge ending
• Students can practice writing / or selecting the appropriate word ending.
• A visual is provided to discuss & sort the rules.
• Students will highlight, read and then write sentences using the words they have learned. For more practice have students read their sentences to one another!
• Students will also read a story, at the end they will finish it!

Answer key included:)

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Word Ending Digraphs - ch / -tch

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Adaptive Book with a theme of Aliens! This set includes an adaptive book with visual support and an adaptive book without visual support for 2 books. The pictures are adorable & engaging.

Adaptive books are a valuable tool to use with students. While the books do require some prep work such as printing, laminating, cutting and velcro; they can be used again and again! They are highly motivational for even the most reluctant learners. Each book has 8 removable picture icons to choose from. You can easily adapt by sharing less options with your students.

Shapes featured in the Alien books: square, rectangle, star, heart, triangle, oval, circle, rhombus

Need additional shape practice? Check out my other Adaptive Books with a shape them! They will provide fun and engaging opportunities to learn & demonstrate understanding of shapes! Grab them all in the bundle and switch out your materials throughout the seasons!

Fall Shapes total of 6 Adaptive Books apple themes, scarecrow, acorn, pumpkin

Christmas Shapes 5 Adaptive Books (present, tree, gingerbread, candy, reindeer)

Shapes in Adaptive Books - Growing Bundle

Do you love adaptive books & want a lot of options for your students? Then, check out my growing bundle! Now is the time to grab this bundle, as I am making many additional sets that will be included! 

Growing Bundle! Adaptive / Interactive Books for Special Education.

Thank you so much for checking out the Adaptive Aliens Shapes Books! If you want to see more, check me out below! 

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Adaptive Books with a desert animal theme! Each book contains colorful pictures of your favorite desert animals - coral snake, Gila monster, armadillo, scorpion, kangaroo rat, jack-tailed rabbit, coyote & tarantula

Book 1 - This book is not adaptive, it is a simple read aloud featuring details about the animals in the rainforest.

Book 2 - This book contains 8 icons, colorful pages (laminate and reuse again and again) & a visual prompting to support comprehension.

Book 3 - This book contains 8 color icons & low ink for quick printing. Each page has a visual support & an "I see" statement.

Book 4 - This book contains 8 color icons & low ink for quick printing. Each page has no visual supports & an "I see" statement.

These books do require prep work prior to using. I generally print, use velcro & bind them. They are able to be used year after year! Please feel free to reach out with any questions! untilthepiecesfit2@gmail.com

This set is also included in my growing packet of adaptive books. As I make new sets of adaptive books they will all be added:).

Growing Bundle of Adaptive Books!

Practice the differences between the -ch/-tch word ending. Example lesson provides practice in phonological awareness, guided practice, connection to word meaning, reading of text with WH questions.

This packet has activities and visuals to support practice with demonstrating understanding of why we use -ch or a -tch ending.

• Students will sort words/pictures with the -ch/-tch ending
• Students can practice writing / or selecting the appropriate word ending.
• A bw / color visual is provided to discuss the rules. Students can color their visual and take home.
• Students will highlight, read and then write sentences using the words they have learned. For more practice have students read their sentences to one another!
• Students will also read three short stories. Wh questions about the story included for comprehension practice.

Answer key included:)

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Word Ending Digraphs - ge/-dge

Questions? Feel free to email me at untilthepiecesfit2@gmail.com

Adaptive Books with a theme of Fall & Shapes. Included are six different themes: apple cores, apples, apple trees, scarecrows, pumpkins & acorns. Each set includes an adaptive book with visual support and an adaptive book without visual support for 12 books! These books require some prep work; however, once made, you can use them year after year! They utilize limited color ink for easy printing.

Book 1: Acorns: triangle, pentagon, rhombus, oval, square, heart, star, circle

Book 2: Scarecrows: heart, circle, star, oval, square, octagon, triangle, rectangle

Book 3: Pumpkins: pentagon, star, triangle, circle, square, heart, oval & rhombus

Book 4: Apples: triangle, rectangle, star, octagon, parallelogram, pentagon, circle, heart

Book 5: Apple Cores: pentagon, triangle, square, trapezoid, star, rhombus, heart, circle

Book 6: Apple Trees: circle, pentagon, rhombus, square, triangle, trapezoid, heart, star

Do you love adaptive books & want a lot of options for your students? Then, check out my growing bundle! Now is the time to grab this bundle, as I am making many additional sets that will be included! 

Growing Bundle! Adaptive / Interactive Books for Special Education.

Thank you so much for checking out the Adaptive Fall Shapes books! If you want to see more, check me out below! 

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One week full of Pumpkin Themed Mini Unit with 2 interactive adapted books & extension activities.

Book 1: Visiting a Pumpkin patch

Introduce vocabulary related to a pumpkin patch then read a story. The story needs some prep work prior, but can be used again and again & is adapted to support student learning.Students will read a story about visiting a pumpkin patch. Followup with a story map, ordering by size, sorting by size & clip cards

Book 2: How to carve a jack-o-lantern

Introduce vocabulary related to carving a jack-o-lantern then read the story. The story needs some prep work prior, but can be used again and again & is adapted to support student learning. Follow up by completing steps to carve a pumpkin, designing a pumpkin art & writing prompts.

Thank you so much for checking out my Fall Mini Unit that is focused on pumpkins! If you want to see more, check me out below! 

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