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STAAR Comprehension | PDF Google Forms & Task Cards | New TEKS Encanto Set 2
By TooBookedUp
Are you looking for new and fun ways to review for STAAR? Have you considered introducing STAAR/Standardized test prep with music? This 10 question assessment uses Encanto's song "We Don't Talk About Bruno" as the text, and exposes students to question stems they will see on STAAR in May. The question stems are STAAR/CCSS aligned from previous years' assessments and focus on a variety of skills such as inferencing, summarizing, context clues, figurative language, plot, determining the meaning of words, synthesizing information, and theme in three formats. The zip file includes:
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Reader Response Reading Comprehension Question Cards Fiction
By Kaylor Creations
Ignite critical thinking with these 52 reader-response question cards that can be used for any fiction book or text!
This time-saving resource will provide you with a wide variety of questions with all the main elements of a fictional story to teach and assess the reader’s comprehension of the text.
You will also find two different response sheets for written responses!
Elements and Skills Covered:
•Plot-Climax
•Sequencing Events
•Characterization
•Problem & Solution
•Theme/Author’s Purpose
• Figurative Language
•Setting
•Mood
•Point of View
•Cause and Effect
•Summary
•Dialogue
This is the PERFECT RESOURCE for:
•Centers, Literature Circles, Partner Work-
Students ask each other the questions and form discussions.
•Guided reading, Small Groups-
Give to any teacher, teacher assistant, etc as they work with students during and/or after any text.
•Readers Workshop, Whole Class Instruction
Pull out a specific question as an introduction to a mini lesson. Keep them on hand as you assess understanding during/after a read aloud or novel.
•Independent Reading Time, At Home
Choose a card for the student to respond to during and/or after your classroom independent reading time. They could use the response sheet to write their answer. Send home with parents so they can have a variety of questions to ask their child as they read at home.
Thank you for your interest and HAPPY TEACHING!!
Nonfiction Task Cards - Analyzing Author's Craft Using ANY Informational Text
By Sequoia Hill
Inspire your students to think critically about informational texts with this set of engaging, open-ended questions! Perfect for 4th-5th grade, these questions encourage students to explore main ideas, text features, structure, and author’s craft in any nonfiction text they read.
Ideal for:
Aligned with Common Core standards, this resource is a great way to help students build confidence in analyzing texts, connecting ideas, and uncovering the author’s purpose. Make each reading experience more meaningful and memorable!
Nonfiction Text Features Task Cards
By Sassycat Corner
Working on nonfiction text features in your reading / ELA classes? These task cards for text features make a GREAT review resource! They also work very well for games such as Scoot or Jeopardy, individual seat work, and for stations or centers. You get 48 cards in all. All cards are multiple choice. The first 24 cards are questions that involve all text. They include definitions and a few application questions. The second 24 cards have images on each card of various text features, and the questions refer to those images. Also included are two answer sheets and the answer keys for the cards. Buy the Bundle and SAVE!!!! Nonfiction Text Features Mini Unit Bundle Individual Files: Nonfiction Text Features Powerpoint - Editable Nonfiction Text Features Task Cards Nonfiction Text Features Unit Worksheets Nonfiction Text Features Posters Nonfiction Text Features Test - editable in Power Point
Pastel Text Structure Posters Text Structure Task Cards for Grades 3-6
By MrsBaileyandHerClass
This pastel-themed Text Structure Pack is the perfect addition to your classroom! With easy-to-read, visually appealing posters that showcase the five text structures: Description, Compare and Contrast, Chronological Order (Sequence), Problem and Solution, and Cause and effect your students will quickly grasp and identify these essential elements of writing. Each poster includes a clear description and an example, making it simple for students to understand and apply their knowledge.
This resource also includes 30 task cards designed to reinforce text feature recognition through hands-on activities, plus a recording sheet and answer key for easy grading. These task cards are perfect for centers, small groups, or independent work!
What's included:
This set is ideal for grades 3-6 and can be used for reading centers, interactive notebooks, or whole-class review!
I hope you find this resource just as helpful for your students as it has been for mine! If you have any questions or would like to share feedback, please reach out to me on Instagram: MrsBaileyandHerClass.
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Library Skills: Text Clues Task Cards
By Amanda G
This pack includes 24 scavenger hunt cards and a printable answer sheet allowing students to record up to twelve answers.
I designed this set with the library in mind but you can easily use this in your classroom.
The purpose of this scavenger hunt is to familiarize/support students in using text clues to determine the subject of a book.
How to use:
* Print, laminate and cut each card.. You will need a pile of picture books and a selection of nonfiction books. Make sure you have books that will answer each of the task cards, and some extras that don’t match any. You may also wish to select books that could meet the requirement of more than one task card.
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STAAR Comprehension | PDF Google Forms & Task Cards | New TEKS Encanto Set 1
By TooBookedUp
Are you looking for new and fun ways to review for STAAR? Have you considered introducing STAAR/Standardized test prep with music? This 10 question assessment uses Encanto's song "Family Madrigal" as the text, and exposes students to question stems they will see on STAAR in May. The question stems are STAAR/CCSS aligned from previous years' assessments and focus on a variety of skills such as inferencing, summarizing, context clues, figurative language, plot, determining the meaning of words, synthesizing information, and theme in three formats. The zip file includes:
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Halloween Simile & Metaphor Task Cards for 3rd-5th Grade - Figurative Language
By MrsBaileyandHerClass
Make simile and metaphor practice spook-tacular with this set of 50 Halloween-themed task cards! Perfect for engaging your students in identifying and understanding figurative language, these fun and interactive cards are a must-have for your literacy centers, small group work, or independent practice. Designed for 3rd to 5th graders, these task cards help students differentiate between similes and metaphors while adding a festive touch to your language arts lessons.
What’s Included:
Key Features:
Whether you’re teaching similes and metaphors for the first time or reviewing for mastery, these Halloween task cards provide the perfect mix of challenge and engagement. Your students will love practicing figurative language with these spooky, themed cards!
I hope you find this resource just as helpful for your students as it has been for mine! If you have any questions or would like to share feedback, please reach out to me on Instagram: MrsBaileyandHerClass.
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STAAR Comprehension | PDF Google Forms & Task Cards | New TEKS Encanto Set 3
By TooBookedUp
Are you looking for new and fun ways to review for STAAR? Have you considered introducing STAAR/Standardized test prep with music? This 10 question assessment uses Encanto's song "What Else Can I do?" as the text, and exposes students to question stems they will see on STAAR in May. The question stems are STAAR/CCSS aligned from previous years' assessments and focus on a variety of skills such as inferencing, summarizing, context clues, figurative language, plot, determining the meaning of words, synthesizing information, and theme in three formats. The zip file includes:
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STAAR Comprehension | PDF Google Forms & Task Cards | New TEKS Encanto Set 4
By TooBookedUp
Are you looking for new and fun ways to review for STAAR? Have you considered introducing STAAR/Standardized test prep with music? This 10 question assessment uses Encanto's song "Surface Pressure" as the text, and exposes students to question stems they will see on STAAR in May. The question stems are STAAR/CCSS aligned from previous years' assessments and focus on a variety of skills such as inferencing, summarizing, context clues, figurative language, plot, determining the meaning of words, synthesizing information, and theme in three formats. The zip file includes:
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