Less than $5 5th Grade Other (ELA) Activities (by price, low to high)

Looking to spark creativity in your classroom this Thanksgiving season? These 10 Thanksgiving-themed story starters are perfect for getting your students' imaginations flowing! Designed for grades 4 and up, these engaging and open-ended prompts let students craft their own festive, adventurous, and even magical stories.
Use these story starters as:

• Bell ringers to jumpstart creative writing sessions
• Writing centers or stations for independent work
• Extension activities when students need an extra challenge
• Fun, seasonal writing prompts for November or Thanksgiving-themed lessons

Included Story Starters:

• “While preparing the Thanksgiving feast, you discover the turkey is enchanted! It starts talking and asks you to help it break a 100-year-old curse. What will you do?”
• “A UFO lands in your backyard on Thanksgiving Day. The aliens are friendly, but they want to join your dinner. What happens next?”
• And 8 more fun and imaginative prompts!

Why You’ll Love This Resource:

• Easy to Use: Simply print and go! Perfect for quick lesson planning.
• Engaging & Fun: Each prompt is designed to capture students’ attention and foster creative thinking.
• Flexible Use: Ideal for writing centers, bell work, or independent writing projects.
• Perfect for November: Add a festive twist to your writing lessons during the Thanksgiving season.

This FREE resource will keep your students engaged and excited about writing. Download today and watch their Thanksgiving tales come to life!

This AVID Costa's Levels of Thinking Early Finisher Packet includes a variety of critical thinking activities for middle and high school students. It features a passage with leveled questions, a creative "Finish the Story" activity using Costa’s levels, and an exercise where students categorize questions by thinking level. Perfect for classroom use or independent practice, this packet helps deepen understanding and encourages higher-level thinking!

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What's Included

1. Passage with Leveled Questions

• Overview: This activity provides students with a short, engaging passage followed by questions categorized by Costa's Levels of Thinking.

2. Costa’s "Finish the Story" Activity

• Overview: This creative writing activity allows students to apply Costa’s Levels of Thinking as they finish a partially written story. Each stage of the activity corresponds to a different level of thinking.

3. Categorizing Costa's Questions Activity

• Overview: In this activity, students are given a set of questions related to a topic and must categorize them into Costa’s Levels of Thinking. This helps students learn how to identify different types of thinking questions.

Bonus Features

• Answer Key: An answer key is provided for teachers to quickly check the categorization activity and leveled questions.
• No-Prep, Print-and-Go Format: Just print and distribute!

Perfect For:

• Early finishers
• Enrichment activities
• Critical thinking lessons
• Independent or small group work
• Sub plans

Media Literacy and Print Advertising This resources is the perfect way to take a quick look at print advertisements. This could be used as a diagnostic or a summative, depending not he grade level. Please don't forget to take a look at the other items I have available in my store! Follow me to get the most up to date information and heads up on upcoming sales. Every new product is 50% off for the first 24 hours. Another great reason to follow my store.

Engage your 4th-grade students with a spooky, Halloween-themed reading passage! "The Mystery Of The Missing Candy" is a fun and slightly spooky fiction story perfect for the Halloween season. This engaging passage will spark imagination while reinforcing key reading skills.

What’s Included:

Fiction Reading Passage: Halloween-themed 5 Multiple-Choice Questions: These questions assess students' comprehension, ability to make inferences, and recall important details.

2 Discussion Questions: Open-ended questions that encourage critical thinking and class discussion about the characters and events in the story.

Possible Uses in the Classroom:

Independent Reading Practice: Assign as a fun and seasonal comprehension check during reading block or centers.

Guided Reading: Perfect for small-group instruction, allowing students to discuss the story and explore their understanding together.

Whole-Class Discussion: Use the included discussion questions to promote classroom dialogue and encourage students to express their ideas and make connections.

Homework or Early Finisher Activity: Ideal for independent practice outside of class or for students who finish their work early.

Halloween Literacy Fun: The spooky theme makes this a great seasonal activity to keep students engaged while building essential literacy skills.

Engage your students with this Halloween-themed passage that’s both fun and educational, and help them master key reading skills while celebrating the season!

A fun printable for the first day of School!

This is a worksheet for evaluating a film adaptation of any novel. It requires students to compare and contrast different elements of both the film and the novel for an in depth learning experience. Don't just show the film, have students analyze it and realize how a director's choices may influence the way an audience interprets the film vs the text. A great inclusion to any novel study.

This resource should accompany The Diary of Anne Frank by Frances Goodrich and Albert Hackett. Upper elementary, middle school, and high school students need reading fluency practice too, but we don't always think about it at these stages. This editable resource asks students to practice a passage directly from The Diary of Anne Frank and focus on accuracy, pace, expression, and punctuation. Students are asked to practice reading the passage to an adult. I have always had my students record themselves reading the passage at the end of a week, and I grade them using the same rubric that is on this assignment.

Do your students struggle with capitalizing titles of books, songs, and movies? This activity is the perfect way to practice these skills! This activity can be completed at once or broken up into 3 segments. Students have the opportunity to tell the difference between a title that is correctly capitalized and one that is not, and then use these skills to write titles correctly. A great resource for morning work, homework, or as a "must do." The donut theme adds a touch of fun!

PDF printable

Great activity for the first day of school.

Just print and go!

Media Literacy and Print Advertising This resources is the perfect way to take a quick look at print advertisements. This could be used as a diagnostic or a summative, depending not he grade level. Please don't forget to take a look at the other items I have available in my store! Follow me to get the most up to date information and heads up on upcoming sales. Every new product is 50% off for the first 24 hours. Another great reason to follow my store.

This two page resource is a must for a pre-reading assignment for the book Stone Fox by John Reynolds Gardiner. It includes six statements where students need to decide if they strongly agree, somewhat agree, somewhat disagree, and strongly disagree. They then have to give their reasoning. These six pre-reading reflection questions get students' brains activated and thinking about various themes, lessons, and ideas they will come across in the novel. It is great to see what students are thinking on these big topics before they begin the novel!! Not only is it fun and engaging for your students, the responses students give are also very interesting to read as a teacher!

** Research has shown that deeper comprehension takes place when students are engaged in activities that bridge prior knowledge with what they are about to learn. This product will help students connect the novel to their already existing knowledge in order to make the new reading more stimulating and engaging.

This product is now a TeachShare Digital Activity! It can be used for Distance Learning.

You can now:

1. Customize this resource for your students

2. Preview and assign to students through Google Classroom

3. Review completed assignments and return feedback

Check out my other 'Pre-Reading Reflections' for novel studies below!

Wonder Pre-Reading Reflections

The One and Only Ivan Pre-Reading Reflection

Charlotte's Web Pre-Reading Reflections

Because of Winn Dixie Pre-Reading Reflection Questions

James and the Giant Peach Pre-Reading Reflection Questions

The BFG Pre-Reading Reflection Questions

Stellaluna Pre-Reading Reflection Questions

Sarah, Plain and Tall Pre-Reading Reflection Questions

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Pre-Reading Reflection Questions

Freckle Juice Pre-Reading Reflection Questions

My Father's Dragon Pre-Reading Reflection Questions

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This two page resource is a must for a pre-reading assignment for the book Stellaluna by Janell Cannon. It includes four statements where students need to decide if they strongly agree, somewhat agree, somewhat disagree, and strongly disagree. They then have to give their reasoning. These four pre-reading reflection questions get students' brains activated and thinking about various themes, lessons, and ideas they will come across in the novel. It is great to see what students are thinking on these big topics before they begin the novel!! Not only is it fun and engaging for your students, the responses students give are also very interesting to read as a teacher!

** Research has shown that deeper comprehension takes place when students are engaged in activities that bridge prior knowledge with what they are about to learn. This product will help students connect the novel to their already existing knowledge in order to make the new reading more stimulating and engaging.

This product is now a TeachShare Digital Activity! It can be used for Distance Learning.

You can now:

1. Customize this resource for your students

2. Preview and assign to students through Google Classroom

3. Review completed assignments and return feedback

Check out my other 'Pre-Reading Reflections' for novel studies below!

The One and Only Ivan Pre-Reading Reflection

Charlotte's Web Pre-Reading Reflections

Because of Winn Dixie Pre-Reading Reflection Questions

James and the Giant Peach Pre-Reading Reflection Questions

The BFG Pre-Reading Reflection Questions

Wonder Pre-Reading Reflections

Sarah, Plain and Tall Pre-Reading Reflection Questions

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Pre-Reading Reflection Questions

Freckle Juice Pre-Reading Reflection Questions

Stone Fox Pre-Reading Reflection Questions

My Father's Dragon Pre-Reading Reflection Questions

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This worksheet features five informative passages about Oprah Winfrey's journey from her humble beginnings in rural Mississippi to becoming one of the most influential women in entertainment and media.

Each passage highlights a different aspect of her remarkable story, such as her challenging childhood, her rise to fame on television, her groundbreaking talk show, her inspiring philanthropic work, and her impact on popular culture.

Feel free to let us know how we're doing in the Ratings & Comments section.

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WHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE

• 5 Pages

• ( PDF + PNG + PPTX )

• 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

NOTE

• This is a digital item.

• No physical product or printed material will be shipped.

• No refunds as this is a digital product.

This two page resource is a must for a pre-reading assignment for the book Sarah, Plain and Tall by Patricia MacLachlan. It includes six statements where students need to decide if they strongly agree, somewhat agree, somewhat disagree, and strongly disagree. They then have to give their reasoning. These six pre-reading reflection questions get students' brains activated and thinking about various themes, lessons, and ideas they will come across in the novel. It is great to see what students are thinking on these big topics before they begin the novel!! Not only is it fun and engaging for your students, the responses students give are also very interesting to read as a teacher!

** Research has shown that deeper comprehension takes place when students are engaged in activities that bridge prior knowledge with what they are about to learn. This product will help students connect the novel to their already existing knowledge in order to make the new reading more stimulating and engaging.

This product is now a TeachShare Digital Activity! It can be used for Distance Learning.

You can now:

1. Customize this resource for your students

2. Preview and assign to students through Google Classroom

3. Review completed assignments and return feedback

Check out my other 'Pre-Reading Reflections' for novel studies below!

The One and Only Ivan Pre-Reading Reflection

Charlotte's Web Pre-Reading Reflections

Because of Winn Dixie Pre-Reading Reflection Questions

Wonder Pre-Reading Reflection Questions

The BFG Pre-Reading Reflection Questions

Stellaluna Pre-Reading Reflection Questions

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Pre-Reading Reflection Questions

Freckle Juice Pre-Reading Reflection Questions

Stone Fox Pre-Reading Reflection Questions

My Father's Dragon Pre-Reading Reflection Questions

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This two page resource is a must for a pre-reading assignment for the book Mr. Popper's Penguins by Florence and Richard Atwater. It includes six statements where students need to decide if they strongly agree, somewhat agree, somewhat disagree, and strongly disagree. They then have to give their reasoning. These statements correlate to themes and lessons they will read throughout the book and it gives students a fun and engaging way to get their minds activated before reading!

** Research has shown that deeper comprehension takes place when students are engaged in activities that bridge prior knowledge with what they are about to learn. This product will help students connect the novel to their already existing knowledge in order to make the new reading more stimulating and engaging.

This product is now a TeachShare Digital Activity! It can be used for Distance Learning.

You can now:

1. Customize this resource for your students

2. Preview and assign to students through Google Classroom

3. Review completed assignments and return feedback

Check out my other 'Pre-Reading Reflections' for novel studies below!

The One and Only Ivan Pre-Reading Reflection

Charlotte's Web Pre-Reading Reflections

Because of Winn Dixie Pre-Reading Reflection Questions

James and the Giant Peach Pre-Reading Reflection Questions

The BFG Pre-Reading Reflection Questions

Stellaluna Pre-Reading Reflection Questions

Sarah, Plain and Tall Pre-Reading Reflection Questions

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Women's History Month is a time to celebrate and honor the contributions of women throughout history. Reading comprehension activities are an effective way to educate students about the remarkable achievements of women and inspire them to strive for their own successes.

In This Bundle You will Get Reading comprehension Activities For :

• Rosa Parks
• Harriet Tubman
• Maya Angelou
• Ida B. Wells
• Claudette Colvin
• Shirley Chisholm
• Katherine Johnson
• Toni Morrison
• Ella Fitzgerald
• Jane Goodall

With comprehension questions and answers included, this resource is a great way to learn about this incredible woman's legacy during Women's History Month.

Feel free to let us know how we're doing in the Ratings & Comments section.

WHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE

• 50+ Bonus Pages

• ( PDF + PNG + PPTX )

• 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

Keywords : Women's History Month, coloring sheets, printable, notable women, inspirational quotes, March, April, educational, creativity, celebration, historical figures, fun, family, friends, appreciation, contributions, society.

NOTE

• This is a digital item.

• No physical product or printed material will be shipped.

• No refunds as this is a digital product.

This mini book report is a perfect edition to your classroom! It is a single page that students can fill out when they are done reading a book. It can be used as homework, early finisher work, small group instruction / centers activities, and much more! The page includes a section where students share:

- Title

- Author

- Characters

- Setting

- This book made me wonder about...

- Would you recommend this book to a friend?

- How many stars (out of 5)
- Summary of the book

- Draw a comic strip of your favorite parts of the book

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Are you looking for fun and engaging Valentine-related activities for your students to complete independently? Look no further! This Valentine's Choice Board comes with 9 Valentine-related activities in a grid layout. There is a page page that includes choice board options for HOME and a page that includes choice board options for SCHOOL. Both in person & distance learning students will love this!! This product is a PDF.

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Are you looking for English Language Arts Distance Learning choices for your upper elementary students?! These ELA Choice Boards are a must! They come with 18 unique prompts/activities that DO NOT require students to use technology! This product includes two Language Arts Choice Boards for Distance Learning with 9 choices per page for a total of 18 ELA choices! These activities were created for Distance Learning opportunities but it can also be used in class. The choices are excellent for a wide array of student learning styles that can be easily modified. All teachers have to do is email, post, upload, or share this PDF with students and tell them how many prompts they should complete. Distance Learning made EASY!

Post these choice boards on Google Classroom, send them in an email to families, share on ClassDojo, or even print out and send home a physical copy!

E-Learning / Home Learning / Remote Learning / Distance Learning / COVID-19 / Coronavirus / Paperless

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Learn about the life and accomplishments of Toni Morrison, a renowned American author and the first African American woman to receive the Nobel Prize in Literature.

This reading comprehension passage includes interesting facts about Morrison's upbringing, education, and literary career, as well as her major literary works, themes, and awards.

The passage also includes a set of comprehension questions that will help you test your understanding of the text and expand your knowledge about Morrison's contribution to literature and culture.

This resource is perfect for Women's History Month, Black History Month, or any time you want to celebrate the achievements of inspiring women.

Feel free to let us know how we're doing in the Ratings & Comments section.

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WHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE

• 5 Pages

• ( PDF + PNG + PPTX )

• 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

Keywords : Women's History Month, coloring sheets, printable, notable women, inspirational quotes, March, April, educational, creativity, celebration, historical figures, fun, family, friends, appreciation, contributions, society.

NOTE

• This is a digital item.

• No physical product or printed material will be shipped.

• No refunds as this is a digital product.