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"A Christmas Carol" and "The Grinch" Venn Diagram Worksheets
By Colleen Burdette
Festive way to make connections:
Students read or watch A Christmas Carol and How the Grinch Stole Christmas, my students read A Christmas Carol and watched How the Grinch Stole Christmas, for an engaging activity before the holiday. A Christmas Carol was a challenge for the students, so watching How the Grinch Stole Christmas was a fun distraction.
Students will discuss both stories and complete a Venn Diagram based on the information. A great visual aid to comparisons and contrasts.
Students can reach connections and have discussions with the information they gather.
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Why this resource is helpful:
The Crossover First Quarter Standard Aligned handout for each poem! PDF & PPT
By TooBookedUp
Students love Kwame Alexander's verse novel The Crossover, and I love the rigor of these power worksheets! His novel is organized into sections just like a basketball game including:
This resource covers all of the poems in the First Quarter section; with each poem accompanying two pages of guided practice with middle school ELA standards including:
Did you know The Crossover is coming to Disney+? The novel is set to release a miniseries in 2023! If your class loves this text, check out my other resources:
Reading Genre Anchor Charts | Editable Poster Templates | Literary Genre Study
By SPO Resources
Elevate your literacy lessons with editable reading Genre Anchor Charts and interactive notebook templates! Perfect for genre instruction, these ELA charts include student-friendly visuals and key features to boost reading comprehension. Includes 31 genre titles across 28 unique posters, covering all major literary genres and subgenres.
Tired of seeing your students struggle to identify genres?
These charts simplify genre instruction and give your students the clarity they need. With 31 comprehensive charts covering both fiction and nonfiction genres, you’ll have a reliable resource that makes teaching genres engaging and effective.
Need to deepen genre instruction?
These charts break down essential genre elements like characters, setting, and plot, providing students with a clear understanding of both fiction and nonfiction genres. Perfect for focus walls, literacy lessons, or independent reading.
Worried about constantly recreating resources?
These editable, ready-to-print templates save you time. Customizable in PowerPoint or Google Slides™, you can easily modify definitions and key features to fit your specific needs.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
★ 31 Full-Size Anchor Charts (8.5" x 11”)
★ 31 Half-Size Anchor Charts (5" x 7")
★ Fill-in-the-Blank Anchor Chart & Note-taking Guide
★ Digital Genre Word Wall
★ Editable Anchor Charts
Note: Only plain text, including definitions and key features, is editable. Graphics, headings, titles, and border colors can’t be modified.
★ Digital Fill-in-the-Blank Template
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.
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❤️ WHY YOU'LL LOVE THESE ANCHOR CHARTS ❤️
WHO ARE THESE FOR?
These Reading Genre Anchor Charts are perfect for upper elementary ELA teachers (grades 3-6) looking for a deeper dive into genre instruction. Designed to teach key genre elements like characters, setting, and plot, these charts help students go beyond basic recognition to truly understand and analyze various genres.
They also work well for advanced students in lower grades who are ready to explore genres in more depth.
WHAT TEACHERS LIKE YOU ARE SAYING
⭐⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “I love this!!! I plan to use this to help my 2nd graders understand the important elements of different genres. I love the variety of formats offered, and it goes well with our CKLA Knowledge units. Thank you!” -Jennifer G. 2nd Grade
⭐⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “I love these genre posters! They have helped me immensely when it came to making anchor charts! My students find them easy to use and a helpful resource to them! ” -Shandi M. 4th & 5th Grade
⭐⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “I cannot say enough good things about this! I bought a second license so I could share it with my co-worker. I use it daily!” -Barbara B. 3rd Grade
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Looking for a simpler option? Check out the Reading Genre Posters, perfect for younger grades. These posters focus on the title and definition of each genre, ideal for introducing genres to younger students.
Want both resources? Save with the BUNDLE of Genre Anchor Charts & Posters and get everything you need for comprehensive genre instruction.
Teach Spanish? Grab the Spanish Genre Posters here.
Not sure yet? Try the Fairy Tale Genre Freebie to see how these anchor charts can enhance your teaching.
WAYS TO USE GENRE ANCHOR CHARTS
Maximize the effectiveness of these anchor charts in your classroom:
DIGITAL GENRE WORD WALL
Introducing the Digital Genre Word Wall:
DIGITAL DOWNLOAD FILE
Your purchase includes a zip file with the following:
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⭐ Classroom Library Labels by Genre & Topic
⭐ 3rd Grade ELA Jeopardy Review Game
⭐ Spanish Genre Posters
⭐ Addition & Subtraction Strategies- Anchor Charts & Posters
If you have any questions, comments, or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to me at samantha@sporesources.com. I am always happy to help!
Created by Samantha McNally | ©SPO Resources
All rights reserved by the author.
Create an engaging learning space where genre exploration is easy and fun with these reading genre anchor charts for your ELA classroom!
Black Beauty Characterization Flipbook: Google Drive Version
By Educate and Create
This flip book goes through seven of the main characters of the novel. It includes graphic organizers for your students to fill out in order to better understand character development. It makes a great study guide and a good way to have your students understand the differences and similarities between the different characters of the novel. Offers differentiated instruction to meet the needs of all your students! Rubric included for easy grading.
Making Inferences Graphic Organizers, Inference Graphic Organizers
By Queen's Educational Resources
Making Inferences Graphic Organizers, Inference Graphic Organizers (SET 4)
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ABOUT THIS RESOURCE
★ Making Inferences Graphic Organizers (SET 4)
★ 4 pages
★ Suitable for any grade or text!
★ Print and Digital (Print and Digital)
★ Differentiated
This resource includes:
★ 4 Making Inferences Graphic Organizers
★ Google Slide Link
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These graphic organizers are completely differentiated and designed to support students in making inferences using any text under study. As they read, students are asked to write significant quotes from the text and write an analysis or explanation of the quotes.
The four graphic organizers come in four different formats to allow for easy differentiation. They are created as follows:
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This resource is also included in Google Slides! Text boxes have already been created to make it easier for you and your students! Each slide includes two instruction solution tabs for when students accidentally delete text boxes and when they want to zoom in (to enlarge worksheets). It's super helpful for students who are not that familiar with how to use Google Slides or need the extra assistance.
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These graphic organizers can be used in whole group instruction, small group instruction, and with novel groups/literature circles. These graphic organizers can also be assigned as a "Purpose for Reading" during silent reading time, classwork, or homework!
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Squint by Chad Morris & Shelly Brown - Text Analysis Writing Prompt, Citing Text
By Write On with Jamie
Introducing how to write a literary analysis essay citing text evidence for Squint by Chad Morris & Shelly Brown has never been easier! This in-depth text dependent analysis (TDA) writing prompt resource guides students through a step-by-step process of writing an expository / informative essay with textual evidence as support. It includes an expository writing graphic organizer, rubric, expository writing quiz, and an expository writing template.
All aspects of text evidence writing are covered in this resource: brainstorming ideas, developing a thesis statement, introducing supporting details, writing hooks and leads, and incorporating the 6 Traits of Writing™. From the struggling writer to the advanced writer, this resource offers something for everyone.
The video, slide show, graphic organizer, worksheets, writing template, and rubric allow students to practice and develop their informative writing skills. The writing quiz reinforces guided note-taking techniques when used in conjunction with the instructional video. The detailed lesson plans make implementing expository writing easy for teachers.
This no-prep lesson is adaptable for in-class instruction, distance learning, or independent student work. The instructional video with writing tutorial and template can be presented as whole class instruction or assigned for students to complete at home.
All materials are available in both Google Drive™ and print formats, ensuring easy access for all students.
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This Citing Text Evidence Expository / Informative writing prompt lesson includes:
Entertaining Instructional Video with:
Detailed Lesson Plan with:
Worksheets with:
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Expository Writing Quiz
Expository Rubric
Expository Graphic Organizer
Google Slides™
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Copyright © Write On! with Jamie. All rights reserved by author. All components of this product are to be used by the original downloader only. Copying for more than one teacher, classroom, department, school, or school system is prohibited unless additional licenses are purchased. This product may not be distributed or displayed digitally for public view. Failure to comply is a copyright infringement and a violation of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). Clipart and elements found in this product are copyrighted and cannot be extracted and used outside of this file without permission or license. Intended for classroom and personal use ONLY.
By Kim Romero
The Chapter Book Response Sheets can be used with any chapter book. This product comes with 14 different response sheets-students can complete a response sheet after each chapter or after several chapters. These response sheets are ideal for Literature Circles, Independent Read, Homework, etc. Each response sheet focuses on different concepts that are aligned with Common Core. Please check out the Preview for a better view of examples.
Below are suggestions for the use of the Chapter Book Response Sheets:
Literature Circles- Students can use the response sheet after each chapter or every couple of chapters. The concepts covered can be used as discussion pieces during Literature Circle.
Independent Read- Students can use these response sheets to keep their reading skills and memory fresh while reading a chapter book. They can keep their response sheets in order and have a study guide to look back on at the end of the book.
Homework- Students can be assigned one or more chapters, and do a response sheet for homework.
All printables are in black and white. Please rate and comment. Thank You!
Peak Novel Study - With Lesson Plans, Google Slides, and STEM Project
By A Teachers Sidekick
This is a novel study to go along with Roland Smith’s Novel Peak. This product includes completed lesson plans for each chapter, a Google Slide Show for each chapter, Doodle Notes for each chapter, an End of chapter activity for each chapter, and a final STEM project to go with the book. Students will practice making inferences, central idea, supporting details, writing summaries, cause and effect/Problem and solution text structures, research skills, and discussion skills.
A large part of this novel study is discussion-based. I have included a slide on the slideshow where you will put your classroom expectations for discussions. There are also times for the introduction to the chapter, you will start with a whole group discussion. (I would maybe recommend turn and talks if you use groups in your classroom)
The Lesson Plans and Google Slides are editable for you. You can edit them on Google Slides and/or Microsoft Powerpoint (I would recommend Google Slides because that is the app that it was created with). **The standards are not included in the lesson plans due to each state having their own standards**
I hope you enjoy it. Please rate and review!
The Girl Who Loved Wild Horses Literature Circle Response Packet- Book Club!
By Veronica Reyes
This packet is a literature response to The Girl Who Loved Wild Horses. It can be used as a literature response for a book club or as a whole class reading comprehension packet. There are prompts on when to answer each response page in the upper right corner in blue.
This book is at a Level N.
Reading Comprehension Strategies Addressed-
- Predicting
- Visualizing
- Short Answer Response
- Questioning
- Character Analysis
- Quotes
- Text Connections
- Opinion
*** BOOKMARKS WITH VOCABULARY INCLUDED!!!
narrative story graphic organizer Elements Story Map
By Create Learn Inspire Grow
Utilize this graphic organizer for any story!
It’s perfect for introducing story elements or for students to work independently.
Students will identify key components such as: setting, characters, problem, events, and solution.
Story Map | Editable Digital and Printable Graphic Organizer
By Teach Savvy Store
Story Map | Editable Graphic Organizer: Help guide students' thinking when it comes to story writing and story elements with this easy to use digital or printable graphic organizer. This freebie includes these story elements: title/author, setting, characters (antagonists & protagonists), key details and events, conflict, and resolution.
✨This resource goes great with Roll a Story Bundle✨
Directions
Elements Included on Graphic Organizer
What's Included
ELA Resources
Writing Resources
*AVID Nerds resources are available for use in virtual systems like Outschool without the need to purchase extra licenses
Editable Literature Circle Resources
By Visual Vibe
Literature Circles are an effective and engaging way to instil the love of reading, get your students invested in the books they're reading and help them to develop necessary reading strategies and skills.
This resource will help you to set up your literature circles and create a fabulous reading culture for your classroom.
What's Included:
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By Richard B Williams
See your students excited and engaged to learn and understand ARGUMENTS? Do you need them to develop better arguments and support them? Well, this SPEAK OUT ARGUMENT GAME resource can be used for comprehension of arguments**.** Indeed, this EDITABLE resource has TEACHER NOTES and instructions, 30+ CONTROVERSIAL and ARGUMENTATIVE TOPICS to help your students develop their communication SKILLS. This series product can be used for 6th - 12th grade students. Check it out!
This Product Includes:
1. 30+ Argumentative Topics
2. TEACHER NOTES and HOW TO USE THIS RESOURCE page.
3. Editable for Teacher Customization and more to make your classroom GREAT!
***GREAT for REVIEWS, ARGUMENT Practice, Vocabulary PRACTICE, Break from the Curriculum, After Testing Days, Tired teacher and student days, and ESSAY DEVELOPMENT***
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Chasing Vermeer by Blue Balliett Comprehension Quizzes and Writing Prompt
By Kile's Classroom
Chasing Vermeer Novel Quizzes and Writing Prompt
Chasing Vermeer by By Blue Balliett is a fantastic mystery novel that will have your kids excited to read and figure out a mysterious theft of a valuable piece of Vermeer art!
Chasing Vermeer is a great read and will keep your students guessing and talking the entire book!
This Chasing Vermeer set includes:
~5 comprehension quizzes with multiple choice and short answer questions for every 4 chapters
~answer keys that include sample student responses for the short answer questions
~a character chart to keep track of the characters and the clues that might point to their involvement in the theft
~ a writing prompt and organizer that requires students to make inferences and support those inferences with text evidence
~a writing page for their final writing.
Check out the preview of the first quiz, the character map, and writing prompt!
More Great Resources From Kile's Classroom
Figurative Language Bundle.
Personification.
Writing Graphic Organizer Bundle.
Tuck Everlasting Novel Quizzes.
Making Inferences, Mystery Novel, Character, Novel Quiz, Chasing Vermeer
SIMON SORT OF SAYS Novel Study
By The Book Bandit
A NOVEL STUDY for SIMON SORT OF SAYS based on the book by ERIN BOW.
This 83 page Novel Study includes 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.
This is a NO-PREP resource 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.
Please follow me for more literacy units - particularly new releases.
You are welcome to request a novel study in the questions and answers section of my shop!
Thank you for your continued support.
❤️ Blank Plot Diagram Template Graphic Organizer Printable Worksheet Story Map
By Epsilon Math Craft & Special Education
Your elementary / middle / high school students will be able to complete ELA activities with engagement and no confusion, and they will use this template to help answer text-dependent writing questions or when writing notes. This Plot Diagram Graphic Organizer includes the following: exposition, conflict, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution.
Please see the preview as it is exactly what you will receive in your download.
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"Christmas Carol" and "Grinch Who Stole Christmas" Compare/Contrast Activities
By Colleen Burdette
Festive way to make connections:
Students read or watch A Christmas Carol and How the Grinch Stole Christmas, my students read A Christmas Carol and watched How the Grinch Stole Christmas, for an engaging activity before the holiday. A Christmas Carol was a challenge for the students, so watching How the Grinch Stole Christmas was a fun distraction.
Students will take notes on the provided worksheets to help keep track of information and make connections in a visual format. Notetaking helps keep students engaged in both stories. This also helps the students look at well know material in a new way.
This active and engaging resource gets students moving and discussing. Students will make paper snowballs out of the provided cards. They will then use these for a snowball fight. When time is up, students will find a partner, uncrumple the paper, and have a discussion.
Students can reach connections and have discussions with the information they gather.
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Why this resource is helpful:
Literary Elements using Anime Worksheets, independent work
By TooBookedUp
Are you looking for an interesting way to integrate your students' love for anime and your love for literary elements? This front and back worksheet can be assigned virtually or printed for independent work. Students will watch an episode of their favorite anime and analyze for setting, conflict, theme, mood, and symbolism. This resource can be used for extension work, passion projects, or a flex day in ELA.
Fairy Tale Genre Poster & Anchor Chart Freebie
By SPO Resources
Dive into the fairy tale genre with this free PDF, featuring both a fairy tale genre poster and anchor chart! Perfect for classroom displays or literacy focus walls, this resource includes student-friendly definitions, engaging graphics, and essential fairy tale characteristics.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
This free resource includes both a fairy tale genre poster and anchor chart in the following formats:
★ Full-Size Poster (8.5” x 11”)➜ Available in color and black & white
★ Full-Size Anchor Chart (8.5” x 11”) ➜ Available in color and black & white, highlighting key features of the fairy tale genre
★ Fill-in-the-Blank Anchor Chart & Note-Taking Guide ➜ Includes full-size and half-size options in black & white for ink-saving, easy printing
★Half-Size & Mini-Size Options ➜ Print two per page (anchor chart) or four per page (poster); ideal for student notebooks or smaller displays
WHAT TEACHERS LIKE YOU ARE SAYING
⭐⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “This is the best freebie I have ever seen! My students are all Special Education. They love colorful art. To save ink and paper I laminate or put these kind of resources in page protectors. One of the IEP goals we work on weekly is main events of a story. This helped cover the IEP goals and the classroom objectives all in one. Thank you so much!” -Andrea S. 2nd grade
⭐⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “My students glued this anchor chart in their ELA notebooks and loved referring back to it throughout our fairy tales unit." -Lindsey B. 4th grade
⭐⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Colorful and fun posters that my students enjoyed for reference. Love the way it looks in the classroom, too." -Cindy G. Kindergarten
Looking for the full set of 28 genres? Explore these complete resources:
⭐ Reading Genre Posters — Perfect for classroom displays and word walls, with vibrant visuals for each genre.
⭐ Reading Genre Anchor Charts & Interactive Templates — Dive deep into each genre with detailed definitions, key features, and student note-taking guides.
Try another genre freebie to sample these resources:
⭐ Fiction & Nonfiction Reading Genre Posters Freebie
If you have any questions, comments, or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to me at samantha@sporesources.com. I am always happy to help!
Created by Samantha McNally | ©SPO Resources
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Bring the magic of fairy tales to life in your classroom with these engaging genre resources!
By Educate and Create
If you're an English teacher looking for an effective and engaging way to help your students analyze and understand the complexities of the novel_White Fang ,_look no further than our bundle of 5 graphic organizers and rubric.
This product includes 5 unique graphic organizers, each designed to help your students explore a different aspect of the novel. The organizers cover important literary elements such as vocabulary, plot structure, theme development, and more. The included rubric provides a clear and detailed grading system to help you assess your students' work and provide feedback on their understanding of the novel.
Our graphic organizers and rubric are easy to use and will save you time in creating your own review materials. Plus, they're designed with English teachers in mind, so you can be sure that your students are getting the most out of their reading experience.
With our bundle of 5 graphic organizers and rubric, your students will be able to dive deep into the novel and gain a comprehensive understanding of the important concepts and themes presented in White Fang. These materials are a valuable resource for any English teacher who wants to help their students succeed in analyzing complex literary works.
Don't wait! Add our bundle of 5 graphic organizers and rubric to your classroom materials today and watch your students engage with the novel in a whole new way! With this product, you'll be sure to create an unforgettable learning experience that will stay with your students long after they've finished reading White Fang.