4th Grade Character Education Literature Circles

The Jelly Donut Difference, Sharing Kindness with the World Read Aloud Book Study Companion Comprehension Packet with activities including quiz, sequencing, vocabulary, writing, and more, based on the book by Maria Dismondy (book not included).

This 57-page packet provides a variety of levels to reach each individual student. Please see preview pages and descriptions below :

57 Pages Total Include:

1. Table of Contents

2. 10 Comprehension short-answer questions 

3. continued

4. 10 Multiple Choice Questions 

5. continued

6. *** answer sheet (corresponds with both sets)

7. Story Sequencing : 12 written scenes from the story to place in order, with illustrations

8. *** Sequencing answers

9. ** Sequencing : Blank paste sheet

10. Character Traits : Cut out the 10 traits & paste the correct ones with the character (NEW 2024)

11. * * * Character Traits : Paste sheet

12. Story Elements : Who, What, When, Where, Main Idea, Problem Solving

13. Reflection : Connection, Text-to-Self, Steps You Would Give to ….

14. Story Map: Setting, Characters, Problem, Solution

15. Key Questions : Who, What, When, Where, How, Why (With Graphics) (NEW 2024)

16. Step By Step : First, Next, Then, Last

17. Step By Step : First, Next, Then, Last : with shaped-illustrated writing areas

18. Title Page: Author, Illustrator, add your own illustration 

19. Cause & Effect  : Fill in the Cause & Effect blanks

20. Writing Prompt : with donut- shaped lined paper …

21. Interactive Journal Entry : Kindness

22. Compare & Contrast Venn Diagram:  The Twins Vs Ms. Mavis

23. Book Report : Who is the author? Fiction or Non Fiction? Characters? Favorite part? Rate this book! 

24. Opinion Journal: What did you think? What would you change?

25. Read & Respond : Main Idea, Supporting Details, Author’s Purpose, My New Vocabulary

26. Vocabulary : 10 words from the book with match-up definition

27. *** Vocabulary Answer Sheet

28. Vocabulary Words : Fill-in-the-blank using the 10-Word Box

29. *** Vocabulary Words in Use Answer Sheet

30. Nouns : Categorize nouns from the book into Person, Place, or Thing

31. * * * Nouns Answer Sheet

32. 20-Word Search page

33. 10 Word Scramble page

34. Spelling Words : 10 words plus 1 Bonus, from the book, on lined paper

35. *** Spelling Test : blank, lined paper

36. ABC Order : 20 words from the book

37. *** ABC Order : Answer Sheet

38. Syllables : Divide the 20 words into syllables

39. * * * Syllables : Answer Sheet

40. Rhyme Time :15 words from the book, to match up to 15 homophone rhyming words

41. * * * Rhyme Time Answer Sheet

42. Design & Detail illustrating page

43. Contractions : 9 contractions to combine, or separate

44. Follow the instructions : coloring, multiplication/division using photos

45. Follow the instructions : counting pictures , left/right

46. Follow the instructions : First/Second/Third/Fourth ; Counting photos graph

47. Acrostic Poem : RECIPE

48. Word Maker : How Many Words Can You Make From KINDNESS (NEW 2024)

49. * * * Word Maker Answer Sheet

50. Math : 12 simple addition problems

51. * * * Math : answer sheet

52. Math : 12 simple multiplication problems

53. * * * Math : answer sheet

54. Label a Snowman : 9 labels with fill-in-the-blank & word box included.

55. Lebel That Photo : Label 15 photos with cut & paste words (NEW 2024)

56. Seek, Find & Color : 20 images to find on the page & color by instruction

57. Senses : Feels, Smells, Looks, Tastes & Sounds Like

** See my other kindness-related packets here: Teaching Inclusion Kindness
Including :Spaghetti in a Hot Dog Bun Comprehension Book Study

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“The Inner Voices Readers Theatre Script: A Heartwarming Lesson in Positive and Negative Self Talk’

Get your students tuned into the power of positive self talk in your classroom with this ‘The Inner Voices’ Readers Theatre Script. This funny and heartwarming script is an engaging and entertaining way to teach students the invaluable lesson of having negative and positive inner voices.

In this Readers Theatre script, your students will meet Emma and Liam, whose ‘inner champion’ and ‘inner critic’ accompany them for a day at school. Inner Champion offers positivity, encouragement and kindness… Whilst Inner Critic is negative, unhelpful and unkind.

Through a series of humorous and heartwarming scenes, your students will witness Liam and Emma ignoring their Inner Critic and choosing their Inner Champion in challenging situations.

Key Features:

• Educational and Entertaining: This script combines education and entertainment seamlessly, making it an ideal teaching tool. It's perfect for enhancing social emotional learning (SEL) in the classroom.

• Character Development: The characters in the script are relatable and well developed, allowing your students to connect with them on a personal level.

• Engaging Dialogue: The witty and heartwarming dialogue keeps students engaged and eager to see what happens next, making it an excellent choice for classroom readings and performances.

• Literacy centres or social emotional learning lessons: Perfect to integrated into your literacy centres or your social emotional learning lessons!

• Lesson on Positive Self Talk: The central theme of kindness is woven throughout the readers theatre script, imparting a valuable life lesson to young minds.

• Perfect for Years 3 - 7: Suitable for middle - upper elementary and middle school students, this script can be adapted for various grade levels, ensuring that every student can benefit from its message of kindness.

• Easy to Use: All you need to do is print, staple and go!

By using 'The Inner Voices’ Readers Theatre Script you can create a positive and inclusive classroom environment while promoting important values such as kindness, empathy, and positive self talk. Your students will not only enjoy the entertaining story but will also gain a deeper understanding of the impact of their inner critic and champion.

Simply download, print, staple and you're good to go! Woo hoo!

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Looking for a bundle of Social and Emotional Learning Readers Theatre Scripts?

Check out this bundle of The Kindness Crew, Resilient Riley, The Emotion Busters and The Inner Voices.

A Penny's Worth of Character : Chapter by Chapter Book Study Companion Reading Comprehension Literacy Unit :

A Literacy Book Companion Unit with Comprehension & Fun Activities, based on the book (book not included).

This 48-page packet provides a variety of levels to reach each individual student. Please see preview pages and descriptions below :

48 Pages Total Include:

1. Table of Contents

2. 16 Comprehension short-answer questions (2 PER CHAPTER)

3. *** continued, Chapters 4-6

4. *** continued, Chapters 7-8

5. 16 Multiple Choice Questions (2 PER CHAPTER_)_

6. *** continued, Chapters 4-6

7. *** continued, Chapters 7-8

8. *** Answer Sheet (corresponds with both sets), Chapters 1-5

9. *** continued Answer Sheet, Chapters 6-8

10. Story Elements : Who, What, When, Where, Main Idea, Problem Solving

11. Reflection : Connection, Text-to-Self, Steps You Would Give to ….

12. Story Map: Setting, Characters, Problem, Solution

13. Key Questions : Who, What, When, Where, How, Why (With Graphics)

14. Step By Step : First, Next, Then, Last

15. Step By Step : First, Next, Then, Last : with shaped-illustrated writing areas

16. Title Page: Author, Illustrator, add your own illustration 

17. Cause & Effect  : Fill in the remaining Cause & Effect blanks

18. Writing Prompt : with bag - shaped lined paper ...

19. Compare & Contrast Venn Diagram: Shan Vs Mr. Conley

20. Book Report : Author? Fiction or Non Fiction? Characters? Favorite part? Rate it! 

21. Opinion Journal: What did you think? What would you change?

22. Interactive Journal Entry : 3 topics of discussion from the book, to fit inside your Comp Book

23. Read & Respond : Main Idea, Supporting Details, Author’s Purpose, My New Vocabulary

24. Vocabulary : 8 words from the book (1 from each chapter) with match-up definition

25. *** Vocabulary Answer Sheet

26. Vocabulary Fill-In-The-Blank: choose the correct word to complete each of 8 sentences.

27. *** Vocabulary Words in Use Answer Sheet

28. 20-Word Search page

29. 10 Word Scramble page

30. Spelling Words : 10 words plus 1 Bonus, from the book, on lined paper

31. *** Spelling Test : blank, lined paper

32. ABC Order : 20 words from the book

33. *** ABC Order : Answer Sheet

34. Syllables : Divide the 20 words into syllables

35. * * * Syllables : Answer Sheet

36. Rhyme Time :15 words from the book, to match up to 15 rhyming words

37. Design & Detail illustrating page

38. Contractions : 9 contractions to combine, or separate

39. Follow the instructions : coloring, multiplication/division using photos

40. Follow the instructions : counting pictures , left/right

41. Follow the instructions : First/Second/Third/Fourth ; Counting photos graph

42. Acrostic Poem : HONEST

43. Math : 12 simple addition problems

44. * * * Math : answer sheet

45. Math : 12 simple multiplication problems

46. * * * Math : answer sheet

47. Label a Bird : 7 labels with fill-in-the-blank & word box included.

48. Senses : Feels, Smells, Looks, Tastes & Sounds Like

** Be sure to visit my store for many comprehension packets, and other activity worksheets! My packets strive for inclusion of all students. I provide lined paper, a choice of comprehension, simple activities, and answer sheets. I also take requests!

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Looking for some hidden social and emotional lessons in your readers theatre? Does your class need a lesson on the importance of kindness, emotions, dealing with an inner critic or resilience? These scripts are perfect to work into your literacy lessons while delivering a message for your students. You could even perform these in your social and emotional learning lessons!

This bundle features 4 scripts that are fun but also deliver social and emotional lessons in them.

The Featured Readers Theatre Scripts:

The Kindness Crew

In this Readers Theatre script, your students will meet the unique characters of the Kindness Crew: Charlie, Grace and Emma, as they embark on a mission to teach Zog, an alien from Planet Meany, about the importance of kindness.

The Inner Voices

In this Readers Theatre script, your students will meet Emma and Liam, whose ‘inner champion’ and ‘inner critic’ accompany them for a day at school. Inner Champion offers positivity, encouragement and kindness… Whilst Inner Critic is negative, unhelpful and unkind.

The Emotion Busters

In this Readers Theatre script, your students will meet the unique characters of "The Emotion Busters": Happy Harry, Sad Sally, Fearful Fred, Frustrated Fran and Angry Alex, as they drink a potion to suppress emotions they don't like.

Resilient Riley

In this Readers Theatre script, your students will meet the unique characters of Resilient Riley and Non Resilient Riley. Resilient Riley steps up to date to day challenges, however Non Resilient Riley runs away and ends up feeling even worse.

Perfect for Years 3 - 6: Suitable for upper elementary/primary, these scripts can be adapted for various grade levels. The language is simple and easy to follow.

Engaging Dialogue: The witty and heartwarming dialogue in this readers theatre scripts keeps students engaged and eager to see what happens next, making it an excellent choice for classroom readings and performances.

Literacy centres or social emotional learning lessons: Perfect to integrated into your literacy centres or your social emotional learning lessons!

Easy to Use: All you need to do is print, staple and go! Woo hoo!

By using these Readers Theatre Scripts you can create a positive and inclusive classroom environment while promoting important values such as kindness, empathy, resilience and listening to your inner champion!

And what a fun way to spread the word!

Enjoy!

Like what you see? Follow along at Captivating Kids where you'll get heaps of inspiration and all the low down on new resources!

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Looking for more readers theatre scripts? Make sure you visit the Captivating Kids store!

The Mud Pony Reading Comprehension Test Questions Quiz & Story Sequencing Set!

Includes both multiple choice and short answer versions. Based on the book by Caron Lee Cohen (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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The Mud Pony Book Study Companion Reading Comprehension Rainbow Native American

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A Penny's Worth of Character : Chapter Reading Comprehension Test Questions Quiz :

Includes both multiple choice and short answer versions.

8 Pages Total Include:

16 Comprehension short-answer questions (2 PER CHAPTER)

16 Multiple Choice Questions (2 PER CHAPTER_)_

* * * answer sheets (corresponds with both sets)

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**Or see my full 48-page BOOK COMPANION in my store!
**A Penny's Worth of Character Novel Study Reading Comprehension Book Companion

** Be sure to visit my store for many comprehension packets, and other activity worksheets! My packets strive for inclusion of all students. I provide lined paper, a choice of comprehension, simple activities, and answer sheets. I also take requests!

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Enemy Pie Reading Comprehension Test Questions Quiz & Story Sequencing Set!

Includes both multiple choice and short answer versions. Based on the book by Derek Munson (book & cartoon 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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Enemy Pie Read Aloud Book Study Companion Reading Comprehension ELA Worksheets

** See my KINDNESS - Related Packets here: Teaching Inclusion on Kindness

** See my School-Related packets here : Teaching Inclusion School Packets

* Be sure to visit my store for many comprehension packets, and other activity worksheets! My packets strive for inclusion of all students. I provide lined paper, a choice of comprehension, simple activities, and answer sheets. I also take requests!

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Duck for President Reading Comprehension Test Questions Quiz & Story Sequencing Set!

Includes both multiple choice and short answer versions. Based on the book by Doreen Cronin and Betsy Lewin (book & cartoon 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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Duck for President Read Aloud Book Study Companion Reading Comprehension ELA Fun

** See my KINDNESS - Related Packets here: Teaching Inclusion on Kindness

** See my School-Related packets here : Teaching Inclusion School Packets

* Be sure to visit my store for many comprehension packets, and other activity worksheets! My packets strive for inclusion of all students. I provide lined paper, a choice of comprehension, simple activities, and answer sheets. I also take requests!

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Pumpkin Soup Fall Reading Comprehension Test Questions Quiz & Story Sequencing Set!

Includes both multiple choice and short answer versions. Based on the book by Helen Cooper, (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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Pumpkin Soup Read Aloud Book Companion Reading Comprehension Fall Halloween

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I Am Sacagawea Reading Comprehension Test Questions Quiz & Story Sequencing Set!

Includes both multiple choice and short answer versions. Based on the book by Brad Meltzer, or other favorite books about Sacagawea (books 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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I Am Sacagawea Native American Indigenous People Reading Comprehension Study

** Be sure to visit my store for many comprehension packets, and other activity worksheets! My packets strive for inclusion of all students. I provide lined paper, a choice of comprehension, simple activities, and answer sheets. I also take requests!

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The Most Magnificent Thing Reading Comprehension Test Questions Quiz & Story Sequencing Set!

Includes both multiple choice and short answer versions.
Based on the book by Ashley Spires. (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 (NEW 2024)

* * * Sequencing : Blank paste sheet

* * * Sequencing answers

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Or see my full 45-page BOOK COMPANION in my store!
The Most Magnificent Thing Book Study Companion Reading Comprehension Worksheets

** Be sure to visit my store for many comprehension packets, and other activity worksheets! My packets strive for inclusion of all students. I provide lined paper, a choice of comprehension, simple activities, and answer sheets. I also take requests!

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Amelia Bedelia's First Apple Pie Reading Comprehension Test Questions Quiz & Story Sequencing Set!

Includes both multiple choice and short answer versions.
Based on the book by Herman Parish . (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 (NEW 2024)

* * * Sequencing : Blank paste sheet

* * * Sequencing answers

********************************

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Amelia Bedelia's First Apple Pie Fall Reading Comprehension Book Study Companion

** Be sure to visit my store for many comprehension packets, and other activity worksheets! My packets strive for inclusion of all students. I provide lined paper, a choice of comprehension, simple activities, and answer sheets. I also take requests!

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