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ELA Reading Genre Posters & Anchor Charts Bundle | Editable | Genre Study
By SPO Resources
Transform your reading instruction with editable literary genre anchor charts and posters for your ELA classroom! Ideal for elementary grades, this genre study resource includes fiction and nonfiction posters, interactive templates, and a digital genre word wall—perfect for engaging, comprehensive literacy instruction.
Tired of recreating genre resources each year?
This bundle’s ready-to-print posters and charts save time and ensure you’re prepared for any genre lesson!
Want to make genre instruction more engaging?
These editable, interactive resources bring genre elements to life, helping students understand fiction and nonfiction with ease.
Looking to build confident, active readers?
With tools to explore each genre’s unique features, you’ll inspire students to dive into reading with curiosity and comprehension.
WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN GENRE POSTERS AND GENRE ANCHOR CHARTS?
The genre posters provide a simplified overview with engaging graphics, genre titles, and minimal text (just the definition), making them perfect for younger students or quick reference. Display them in your classroom library or on a word wall as a handy genre guide.
For a deeper dive, the genre anchor charts are your go-to resource. Along with the genre definitions, titles, and graphics, they include key features for each genre and a note-taking guide for student engagement. Designed for upper elementary or in-depth genre studies, these editable charts let you tailor content to different levels—ideal for comprehensive genre units.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
31 Reading Genre ANCHOR CHARTS available in the following formats:
★ Full-Size Anchor Charts (8.5" x 11") → Printable in color or black & white.
★ Half-Size Anchor Charts (5" x 7") → Printable in color or black & white, ideal for student notebooks or smaller spaces.
★ Fill-in-the-Blank Anchor Chart & Note-Taking Guide → Available in both full-size and half-size, black & white.
★ Digital Genre Word Wall → Interactive, with clickable links to each genre in Google Slides™ and PowerPoint.
★ Editable Anchor Charts → Customize genre definitions and key features using PowerPoint or Google Slides™.
31 Reading Genre POSTERS available in the following formats:
★ Full-Size Posters (11" x 8.5") → Printable in color or black & white.
★ Half-Size Posters (5" x 4") → Printable in color or black & white, perfect for student notebooks or smaller spaces.
★ Editable Posters → Edit definitions in PowerPoint or Google Slides™.
★ Digital Genre Word Wall → Available in PowerPoint or Google Slides™.
Note: Only plain text, including definitions and key features, is editable. Graphics, headings, titles, and border colors can’t be modified.
GENRES INCLUDED
31 Genre Titles, with 28 Unique Posters
✨ Adventure ✨ Autobiography ✨ Biography ✨ Drama ✨ Expository Text ✨ Fable ✨ Fairy Tale ✨ Fantasy ✨ Fiction ✨ Folktale ✨ Historical Fiction ✨ Horror ✨ Humor ✨ Informational Text ✨ Graphic Novel ✨ Legend ✨ Literary Nonfiction ✨ Literary Text ✨ Memoir ✨ Mystery ✨ Myth ✨ Narrative Nonfiction ✨ Nonfiction ✨ Nursery Rhyme ✨ Persuasive Article ✨ Poetry ✨ Realistic Fiction ✨ Science Fiction ✨ Tall Tale ✨ Traditional Literature ✨ Trickster Tale
✨️ October 2024 Update: Now includes Graphic Novel, Nursery Rhyme, Memoir, and Literary Text (alternate title for Fiction).
Note: Some posters offer multiple title options, including Expository Text/Informational Text, Narrative Nonfiction/Literary Nonfiction, and Fiction/Literary Text. Choose the ones that fit your curriculum best!
WHY TEACH GENRE TYPES?
Teaching genres isn’t just about categorizing books—it’s about helping students develop critical thinking skills and a deeper understanding of the texts they read. With these anchor charts, students will learn to recognize the structures and themes of different genres, boosting their comprehension and making reading more enjoyable.
✏️ STUDENTS WILL LEARN ✏️
❤️ WHY TEACHERS LOVE THIS RESOURCE ❤️
WHAT TEACHERS LIKE YOU ARE SAYING
⭐⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “I love these posters while introducing new genres to my students. They reference them regularly when answering questions during group discussions or during independent work.” -Brenna N. 1st Grade
⭐⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Love these resources! Perfect for our Language Arts unit on types of literature. Love the slides and love how it can be used for in-person and online learning.” -Chelsey C. 3rd Grade
⭐⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“These posters are great! I love the design of them, and they are such a great tool to have in the classroom to help distinguish the difference between genres.” -Ashley S. 1st Grade
⭐⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“I use this as an anchor chart in my kindergarten classroom. The students also color in the Black and White version when we start a new genre.” -Kate M. Kindergarten
WAYS TO USE THIS RESOURCE
Maximize the effectiveness of this resource in your classroom:
DIGITAL GENRE WORD WALL
Introducing the Digital Genre Word Wall:
You may also like the following:
⭐ Classroom Library Labels by Genre & Topic
⭐ Bilingual Classroom Library Labels- English & Spanish
⭐ Spanish Genre Posters
⭐ Addition & Subtraction Strategies- Anchor Charts & Posters
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Create an engaging learning space where genre exploration is easy and fun with these literary genre posters and anchor charts for your elementary ELA classroom!
December Holidays Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passages Bundle: Cyber Monday
By True Line Texts
Boost your classroom’s reading comprehension skills with this Ultimate Holiday & Seasonal Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passages Bundle! This comprehensive bundle includes 32 engaging, themed passages perfect for Kindergarten to 2nd grade students. Each passage is paired with thought-provoking questions to assess comprehension and enhance critical thinking. With topics ranging from Kwanzaa and Thanksgiving to Winter Holidays, Human Rights, Food, Landforms, and much more, your students will enjoy learning about a wide variety of subjects.
This bundle is perfect for teaching students about diverse cultures, historical events, holiday traditions, and essential topics like cybersecurity, marketing, and animal rights. Ideal for use throughout the year, the passages also cover winter, fall, and other key seasons. Perfect for classroom activities, assessments, and independent practice!
Key Features:
Enhance your classroom with this versatile bundle, which helps your students connect with the world around them through fun and informative passages. Perfect for creating engaging lesson plans, holiday-themed activities, or year-round practice!
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CKLA Unit 8 Resources - 3rd Grade | ELA | Science of Reading
By Fortunate in Fifth Grade
CKLA follows the Science of Reading. Many schools are moving to the Science of Reading and adopting curricula like CKLA however not purchasing printable resources. I have found myself in the same spot. As I work through this curriculum I am making resources to help other teachers navigate CKLA and what they need in their classrooms to be successful. Make sure to follow me to get notified when I add additional units.
What's included: 89 posters and handouts needed in Unit 8 in color and black and white versions. Notes on how to use each resource on the margin of each slide.
SAVE and get the BUNDLE!! Includes the resources and the focus board.
Looking for other Unit Resources? Grab Unit 1, Unit 2, Unit 3, Unit 4, Unit 5, Unit 6, Unit 7, Unit 8, Unit 9, Unit 10, and Unit 11.
Also, I have focus boards for Unit 1, Unit 2, Unit 3, Unit 4, Unit 5, Unit 6, Unit 7, Unit 8, Unit 9, Unit 10, and Unit 11.
Or SAVE BIG and grab the MEGA BUNDLE which includes ALL unit resources and ALL focus boards! It is so big I had to split it into 3 bundles!
MEGA BUNDLE 1 (units 1 - 6)
MEGA BUNDLE 2 (units 7 - 11)
MEGA BUNDLE 3 (focus boards for all units)
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4th Grade Vocabulary Word Search Bundle - Aligned with ELA Curriculum Printable
By MrsBaileyandHerClass
Looking for an easy way to keep your 4th grade class engaged with vocabulary all year long? This Grade 4 ELA Year-Long Bundle is packed with fun and interactive word search puzzles, perfectly aligned to support HMH Into Reading Modules 1-10. These puzzles make vocabulary practice stress-free and exciting, keeping students focused while you enjoy low-prep, high-impact activities.
What's included:
Why you’ll love it:
Ideas for Use:
Related Resources:
Disclaimer: This product is not endorsed by or affiliated with Houghton Mifflin Harcourt (HMH) or any specific curriculum brand. It is an independent, teacher-created resource designed to support vocabulary instruction.
I hope you find this resource just as helpful for your students as it has been for mine!
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Bundle|2nd 3rd 4th Grade Reading Comprehension Passages|MultipleChoice Questions
By LessonLink Teacher
Introducing this “2nd, 3rd and 4th Grade Reading Comprehension Passages Bundle.”
This bundle is a comprehensive collection of engaging reading comprehension passages designed for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th graders.
The bundle is packed with a variety of passages that cover a wide range of topics, including spring, summer, fall, summer, and holidays like Juneteenth, Flag Day, and Father's Day.
Each passage is followed by multiple-choice questions to test comprehension and reinforce learning. Answer keys are also included.
While the content is tailored for 2nd to 4th graders, it can also be effectively used by advanced 1st graders and 5th graders as well. This versatile bundle is an excellent resource for parents and educators looking to enhance the reading skills of their students.
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CKLA Unit 4 Resources - 3rd Grade | ELA | Science of Reading
By Fortunate in Fifth Grade
CKLA follows the Science of Reading. Many schools are moving to the Science of Reading and adopting curricula like CKLA however not purchasing printable resources. I have found myself in the same spot. As I work through this curriculum I am making resources to help other teachers navigate CKLA and what they need in their classrooms to be successful. Make sure to follow me to get notified when I add additional units.
What's included: 195 posters and handouts needed in Unit 4 in color and black and white versions. Notes on how to use each resource on the margin of each slide.
SAVE and get the BUNDLE!! Includes the resources and the focus board.
Looking for other Unit Resources? Grab Unit 1, Unit 2, Unit 3, Unit 4, Unit 5, Unit 6, Unit 7, Unit 8, Unit 9, Unit 10, and Unit 11.
Also, I have focus boards for Unit 1, Unit 2, Unit 3, Unit 4, Unit 5, Unit 6, Unit 7, Unit 8, Unit 9, Unit 10, and Unit 11.
Or SAVE BIG and grab the MEGA BUNDLE which includes ALL unit resources and ALL focus boards! It is so big I had to split it into 3 bundles!
MEGA BUNDLE 1 (units 1 - 6)
MEGA BUNDLE 2 (units 7 - 11)
MEGA BUNDLE 3 (focus boards for all units)
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BECAUSE OF WINN-DIXIE, TALES OF A FOURTH GRADE NOTHING and MR POPPER'S PENGUINS
By The Book Bandit
Three NOVEL STUDIES for BECAUSE OF WINN-DIXIE by Kate DiCamillo, MR POPPER's PENGUINS by Richard Atwater and TALES OF A FOURTH GRADE NOTHING by Judy Blume.
*Includes BONUS FILE: Personal Narrative Writing Prompts*
These are engaging and comprehensive units that allow your students to respond to the story by using a wide range of reading comprehension strategies and skills.
With comprehension questions and activities for each chapter the units can be followed chapter by chapter, with no extra preparation or planning required by the teacher. The responses in the unit have been planned and arranged so that your students will practise a wide range of comprehension strategies in context. They have been designed to promote thinking and understanding. Tasks can be completed independently, collaboratively or alongside a teacher. The units have been planned so that over the course of the book, students will become familiar with and well-practised in using comprehension strategies to make meaning from text.
Activities include:
All activities have been designed with student engagement at the forefront. In responding to the book, students will be required to think both within and beyond the text. Children learn best when they are having fun! Even better that they are learning the love of books at the same time!
Please follow me for more literacy units - particularly new releases!
BONUS FILE INCLUDED: Substitute Pack of PERSONAL NARRATIVE WRITING PROMPTS!
Thank you for your continued support
NOVEL STUDIES- Charlotte's Web, Sign of the Beaver, Tales of a 4th Grade Nothing
By The Book Bandit
Three Novel Studies for THE SIGN OF THE BEAVER by Elizabeth Speare, CHARLOTTE'S WEB by E.B White and TALES OF A FOURTH GRADE NOTHING by Judy Blume.
These are engaging and comprehensive units that allow your students to respond to the story by using a wide range of reading comprehension strategies and skills.
With comprehension questions and activities for each chapter the units can be followed chapter by chapter, with no extra preparation or planning required by the teacher. The responses in the unit have been planned and arranged so that your students will practise a wide range of comprehension strategies in context. They have been designed to promote thinking and understanding. Tasks can be completed independently, collaboratively or alongside a teacher. The units have been planned so that over the course of the book, students will become familiar with and well-practised in using comprehension strategies to make meaning from text.
Activities include:
All activities have been designed with student engagement at the forefront. In responding to the book, students will be required to think both within and beyond the text. Children learn best when they are having fun! Even better that they are learning the love of books at the same time!
Please follow me for more literacy units - particularly new releases!
Survivors - The Empty City
Diary of a Wimpy Kid
Thank you for your continued support
NOVEL STUDIES-One and Only Ivan, Sign of the Beaver,Tales of a 4th Grade Nothing
By The Book Bandit
Three Novel Studies for THE SIGN OF THE BEAVER by Elizabeth Speare, THE ONE AND ONLY IVAN by Katherine Applegate and TALES OF A FOURTH GRADE NOTHING by Judy Blume.
These are engaging and comprehensive units that allow your students to respond to the story by using a wide range of reading comprehension strategies and skills.
With comprehension questions and activities for each chapter the units can be followed chapter by chapter, with no extra preparation or planning required by the teacher. The responses in the unit have been planned and arranged so that your students will practise a wide range of comprehension strategies in context. They have been designed to promote thinking and understanding. Tasks can be completed independently, collaboratively or alongside a teacher. The units have been planned so that over the course of the book, students will become familiar with and well-practised in using comprehension strategies to make meaning from text.
Activities include:
All activities have been designed with student engagement at the forefront. In responding to the book, students will be required to think both within and beyond the text. Children learn best when they are having fun! Even better that they are learning the love of books at the same time!
Please follow me for more literacy units - particularly new releases!
Survivors - The Empty City
Diary of a Wimpy Kid
Thank you for your continued support
The Complete Arabic Alphabet Letters Learning Bundle
By Zaazoua Mostapha
What is included?
Also, I'm open to suggestions about other words to add to this set.
Note: This product is not for resale and absolutely not for Commercial Use.
Note: All clipart is sourced from free clipart sites that state they are commercial friendly.
Christian Easter Celebration Bible Bundle: GROWING Christian Easter Activities
By Michellecurtis
Dive into the joy and meaning of Easter with our comprehensive "Christian Easter Celebration Bible Bundle: GROWING Christian Easter Activities," meticulously crafted for elementary students. This vibrant collection combines creativity, tradition, and learning, offering a multi-dimensional approach to teaching about Easter. Whether you're guiding students through the significance of Palm Sunday and Easter Sunday or exploring Easter traditions around the world, this bundle has everything you need to make the season come alive in your classroom.
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Transform your Easter teaching with our "Easter Celebration Bundle," where fun meets faith and learning.
Parents | Grandparents day Coloring Pages - Fun September Activities BUNDLE
By The Students Palace
Fun Grandparents day Mandala Coloring Pages For Toddler, Preschool, Kindergarten, Girls, Boys Kids. This paint dauber coloring Pages is perfect for younger to practice pre-writing skills and have fun at the same time. Makes a fun gift!
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WHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE
( PDF + PNG )
Large 8.5'' x 11'' designs that can easily be printed on regular sized paper
High-resolution images
Unlimited prints
Great for kids, boys and girls
JUST DOWNLOAD, PRINT AND GET STARTED
This item comes as a high-resolution PDF + PNG files that you can download straight after purchasing.
You can print as many copies as you want.
NOTE
This is a digital item.
No physical product or printed material will be shipped.
No refunds as this is a digital product.
Bundle|February Holidays Reading Comprehension Passages|MultipleChoice Questions
By LessonLink Teacher
Engage your students with this comprehensive Bundle of February Holidays Reading Comprehension Passages. This set includes a variety of reading comprehension passages suitable for students in grades 2, 3, 4, 5, and even 6.
This bundle includes 8 different holidays designed to educate the students about the various holidays that take place within February.
The holidays are:
Each passage comes with a variety of questions, such as multiple-choice questions and written response questions.
Answer keys are also included allowing students to check their work independently.
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Roll and Read Fluency Practice Games Growing Bundle
By Happily Ever Primary Resources
Boost decoding and phonics skills with this growing pack of 100+ roll and read worksheets! These fun, hands-on activities help students practice blending and segmenting with long vowel teams, CVC short vowels, hard and soft g & c, r-controlled vowels, contractions, blends, and digraphs. Perfect for literacy centers, small groups, and independent work.
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Boards included in this bundle bundle:
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*Note this product may be used in brick and mortar classes as well as virtual systems like Outschool.
Custom Bundle for Dottie L. by Kaylor Creations
By Kaylor Creations
Custom Bundle by Kaylor Creations
**ONLY for Dorothea (Dottie) L., as requested**
Other Teachers - PLEASE DO NOT PURCHASE.
If you are interested in your own custom bundle, please email me at KaylorCreations@gmail.com
Ultimate Christian Earth Day Growing Bundle: Eco-Faith Activities & Lessons
By Michellecurtis
Elevate your Earth Day celebration with the "Ultimate Christian Earth Day Growing Bundle: Eco-Faith Activities & Lessons." This comprehensive bundle is designed for Christian educators, offering a rich collection of eco-friendly activities and lessons that integrate faith-based teachings with environmental stewardship. Perfect for schools, churches, and homeschool settings, this bundle enhances Christian classroom decor while promoting sustainability. Inspire students to care for God’s creation with this essential Christian Earth Day resource.
But don't just take our word for it. Here’s what others have said about the products in this series:
"A Blessing for Busy Teachers!"
"I'm amazed at how this bundle has transformed my classroom. The children are engaged, and they're understanding the importance of caring for God's creation in ways I've never seen before. It's a real blessing!" - Emma L., Grade 2 Teacher
"Engaging, Enlightening, and Fun!"
"Each activity is thoughtfully created to be fun and educational. My kids particularly loved the spinner activity—it's like a game and a lesson wrapped into one!" - Sarah M., Homeschooling Parent
Join the community of educators who are making a difference. Purchase today to receive all current and future resources at no additional cost. Shape the Christian eco-stewards of tomorrow with our Christian Earth Day Growing Bundle!
GANGSTA GRANNY and GANGSTA GRANNY STRIKES AGAIN - Novel Study Bundle
By The Book Bandit
TWO NOVEL STUDIES for GANGSTA GRANNY and GANGSTA GRANNY STRIKES AGAIN based on the books by David Walliams.
These novel studies include highly engaging and comprehensive questions and activities that allow your students to respond to the story by using a wide range of reading comprehension strategies and skills.
These are NO-PREP resources that has been created with questions and activities following the order of the book. Students will be able to respond to each section after they have read it. Teachers can use this resource as either an independent work packet for students or as a guide to questions and discussion whilst working alongside students. Students will cover a wide range of Curriculum Standards in context.
This novel study is ideal as an independent activity or follow-up to the book.
AN ANSWER KEY IS INCLUDED
Activities include:
All activities have been designed with student engagement at the forefront. In responding to the book, students will be required to think both within and beyond the text. Children learn best when they are having fun! Even better that they are learning the love of books at the same time!
This product is not associated with this book's author or publishing company. The book must be purchased separately in order to be used alongside this product.
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You are welcome to request a novel study in the questions and answers section of my shop!
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42 Word Search Puzzles ( Growing Bundle ) - Solutions included
By Zaazoua Mostapha
Word search puzzles are incredibly helpful for learning new words. They're like fun games where you find words hidden in a grid of letters. When you do this, you remember the words better and also get better at spelling. It's like a puzzle adventure that helps you learn and remember words in a really enjoyable way!
What's included:
General topics:
Seasonal:
Astronomy:
Days & Months:
Animals:
GEORGE'S MARVELLOUS MEDICINE, THE TWITS and FANTASTIC MR FOX Novel Study Packets
By The Book Bandit
Three Novel Studies for GEORGE'S MARVELLOUS MEDICINE, FANTASTIC MR FOX and THE TWITS by Roald Dahl.
These are engaging and comprehensive units that allow your students to respond to the story by using a wide range of reading comprehension strategies and skills.
With comprehension questions and activities for each chapter the units can be followed chapter by chapter, with no extra preparation or planning required by the teacher. The responses in the unit have been planned and arranged so that your students will practise a wide range of comprehension strategies in context. They have been designed to promote thinking and understanding. Tasks can be completed independently, collaboratively or alongside a teacher. The units have been planned so that over the course of the book, students will become familiar with and well-practised in using comprehension strategies to make meaning from text.
Activities include:
All activities have been designed with student engagement at the forefront. In responding to the book, students will be required to think both within and beyond the text. Children learn best when they are having fun! Even better that they are learning the love of books at the same time!
Please follow me for more literacy units - particularly new releases!
Survivors - The Empty City
Diary of a Wimpy Kid
Thank you for your continued support
The Twits, Fantastic Mr Fox, James and the Giant Peach ROALD DAHL NOVEL STUDIES
By The Book Bandit
THREE NOVEL Studies for Fantastic Mr Fox, James and the Giant Peach and the The Twits by Roald Dahl.
These units are packed with Common Core aligned activities, designed to promote thinking and comprehension.The responses in the units have been planned and arranged so that your students will practise a wide range of comprehension strategies in context.
The units are formatted in the order of the book, so that teachers can provide follow-ups after every reading session. The Units can be followed chapter by chapter.
Each Chapter has a set of questions, with extra responses included.
The units includes a range of activities and responses that can be assigned to individuals or groups of students. Tasks can be completed independently, collaboratively or alongside a teacher. The full range of activities can be viewed in the preview.
All activities have been designed with student engagement at the forefront. In responding to the book, students will be required to think both within and beyond the text. Children learn best when they are having fun! Even better that they are learning the love of books at the same time!