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The Penguins of Madagascar Movie Watch Along - Main Idea and Theme
By A Teachers Sidekick
Movie Time!!!!
This is a movie watch-along to go with DreamWorks' The Penguins of Madagascar. Students will focus on the main idea and theme of the movie. There are 2 sheets for students to complete either during or after the movie. Students will be identifying the main idea, providing supporting details, and describing the theme!
This is a great product to help keep students engaged and focused during the movie while also building comprehension skills!
I hope you enjoy it! Please rate and review.
Credits:
Darnell, E., & Smith, S. J. (Directors). (2014). The Penguins of Madagascar [Film].DreamWorks Animation
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Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted Movie Watch Along - Main Idea and Theme
By A Teachers Sidekick
Movie Time!!!!
This is a movie watch-along to go with DreamWorks' Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted. Students will focus on the main idea and theme of the movie. There are 2 sheets for students to complete either during or after the movie. Students will be identifying the main idea, providing supporting details, and describing the theme!
This is a great product to help keep students engaged and focused during the movie while also building comprehension skills!
I hope you enjoy it! Please rate and review.
Credits:
Darnell, E., McGrath, T., Vernon, C., Stiller, B., Rock, C., & Schwimmer, D. (2012). Madagascar 3: Europe's most wanted.DreamWorks Home Entertainment
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Madagascar 2: Escape to Africa Movie Watch Along - Main Idea and Theme
By A Teachers Sidekick
Movie Time!!!!
This is a movie watch-along to go with DreamWorks' Madagascar 2: Escape to Africa. Students will focus on the main idea and theme of the movie. There are 2 sheets for students to complete either during or after the movie. Students will be identifying the main idea, providing supporting details, and describing the theme!
This is a great product to help keep students engaged and focused during the movie while also building comprehension skills!
I hope you enjoy it! Please rate and review.
Credits:
Darnell, E., & McGrath, T. (Directors). (2008). Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa [Film]. DreamWorks Animation; PDI/DreamWorks
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Madagascar Movie Watch Along - Main Idea and Theme
By A Teachers Sidekick
Movie Time!!!!
This is a movie watch-along to go with DreamWorks' Madagascar. Students will focus on the main idea and theme of the movie. There are 2 sheets for students to complete either during or after the movie. Students will be identifying the main idea, providing supporting details, and describing the theme!
This is a great product to help keep students engaged and focused during the movie while also building comprehension skills!
I hope you enjoy it! Please rate and review.
Credits:
Darnell, E., & McGrath, T. (Directors).(2005).Madagascar [Film].DreamWorks Distribution
The Emperor's New Groove Movie Watch Along - Main Idea and Theme
By A Teachers Sidekick
Movie Time!!!!
This is a movie watch along to go with Disney's The Emperor's New Groove. This watch along is focused on the main idea and theme of the movie. Either during the movie or after, students will identify the main idea of the movie and provide supporting details for the main idea. They will also draw the theme of the story and then describe the theme with supporting details.
This is a great product for keeping students engaged during a movie on a fun Friday, practice for main idea/theme, and something to do after testing. And it is always good to practice main idea and theme!
I hope you and your students enjoy it! Please rate and review.
Credits:
Disney, W. (Director) & Disney, W. (Producer).(2000).The Emperor's new groove [Motion Picture].Walt Disney Pictures
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Nonfiction Lessons Activities STAAR Prep Guided Notes Bundle 3rd 4th 5th
By Magen Crim
Simplify fiction instruction for 3rd-5th graders with 10 mini-lessons, STAAR practice, passages, activities, 81 small group cards, anchor charts, and models. Topics: Plot, Inference, Summary, Context Clues, Main Idea, Text Structure and more!
➡️ Why You Will Love
⭐A lesson plan that is planned and prepped so you get your planning time back!
⭐Science of reading-aligned strategies for students to apply to their reading.
⭐Real-world connections so that students see how the skill is applied to their everyday lives.
⭐Flexible Format to integrate into any curriculum.
➡️ What’s 10 Skills are Included
Author's Purpose
Author's Voice
Characteristics of Nonfiction Genres
Context Clues
Inference
Main Idea and Supporting Details
Making Connections
Paraphrase and Summarize
Print & Graphic Features
Text Structure
➡️ What’s Included
➡️ How to Use Suggestions
Bring Reading to life with this incredible resource today!
➡️ LET’S CONNECT
Follow ELA Vibes to get updates on new resources!
➡️ ADDITIONAL SUPPORTS
Mini-Lessons
Activity Packs
STAAR Prep
Short and Extended Constructed Responses
Reading Comprehension Fiction Bundle Passages Activities Notes STAAR 3rd 4th 5th
By Magen Crim
Simplify fiction for 3rd-5th graders with 16 mini-lessons, STAAR practice, passages, activities, 144 small group cards, anchor charts, and model text. Topics: Characters, Context Clues, Story Elements, Inference, Main Idea, and more!
A low-prep bundle designed to help students master reading comprehension in a fun and structured way within the Fiction Genre.
➡️ Why You Will Love
⭐A lesson plan that is planned and prepped so you get your planning time back!
⭐Science of reading-aligned strategies for students to apply to their reading.
⭐Real-world connections so that students see how the skill is applied to their everyday lives.
⭐Flexible Format to integrate into any curriculum.
➡️ What’s 16 Skills are Included
➡️ What’s Included
➡️ How to Use Suggestions
Bring Reading to life with this incredible resource today!
➡️ LET’S CONNECT
Follow ELA Vibes to get updates on new resources!
➡️ ADDITIONAL SUPPORTS
Mini-Lessons
Activity Packs
STAAR Prep
Short and Extended Constructed Responses
Point of View Lesson Graphic Organizer Activity Centers Warm up 3rd 4th 5th
By Magen Crim
Engage 3rd-5th graders with a point of view fiction lesson: bell ringer, guided notes, ELA STAAR practice, activities, anchor chart, model passage, and exit ticket—ideal for intervention, stations, STAAR prep, independent reading comprehension, and differentiated supports!
A low-prep lesson designed to help learners master point of view in a fun and structured way within the Fiction Genre.
➡️ Why You Will Love
⭐A lesson plan that is planned and prepped so you get your planning time back!
⭐Science of reading-aligned strategies for students to apply to their reading.
⭐Real-world connections so that students see how the skill is applied to their everyday lives.
⭐Flexible Format to integrate into any curriculum.
⭐Differentiated small group instruction cards to help you reach every learner in your classroom.
➡️ What’s Included
➡️ How to Use Suggestions
Begin with a warm-up to spark curiosity and introduce the day’s focus.
Teach with the anchor chart, lesson slides, model text, guided practice, and guided doodle notes, encouraging students to make connections.
Engage students with a story-driven adventure lesson.
Provide scaffolded practice using small group instruction and independent activities.
Wrap up with an exit ticket to assess understanding and inform future lessons.
Use Google Slides and Adobe to assign or download resources.
Your students will love the adventure lesson, variety, and engagement provided in this resource! Bring Point of View to life with this resource!
➡️ LET’S CONNECT
Follow ELA Vibes to get updates on new resources!
➡️ Additional Supports
Mini-Lessons
Activity Packs
STAAR Prep
Short and Extended Constructed Responses
Figurative Language Lesson Graphic Organizer Activity Center Warm up 3rd 4th 5th
By Magen Crim
Engage 3rd-5th graders with a figurative language lesson: bell ringer, guided notes, ELA STAAR practice, activities, anchor chart, model passage, and exit ticket—ideal for intervention, stations, STAAR prep, independent reading comprehension, and differentiated supports!
A low-prep lesson designed to help learners master figurative language and imagery in a fun and structured way within the Fiction Genre.
➡️ Why You Will Love
⭐A lesson plan that is planned and prepped so you get your planning time back!
⭐Science of reading-aligned strategies for students to apply to their reading.
⭐Real-world connections so that students see how the skill is applied to their everyday lives.
⭐Flexible Format to integrate into any curriculum.
⭐Differentiated small group instruction cards to help you reach every learner in your classroom.
➡️ What’s Included
Detailed Mini-Lesson Plan
Warm Up
Anchor Chart
Real-World Connections
Interactive Adventure Google Lesson Slides
Teacher Model Text
Guided Notes
Guided Practice with key terms
Differentiated Small Group Instruction Cards
Independent Practice Student Activity: Maze
Exit Ticket
➡️ How to Use Suggestions
Begin with a warm-up to spark curiosity and introduce the day’s focus.
Teach with the anchor chart, lesson slides, model text, guided practice, and guided doodle notes, encouraging students to make connections.
Engage students with a story-driven adventure lesson.
Provide scaffolded practice using small group instruction and independent activities.
Wrap up with an exit ticket to assess understanding and inform future lessons.
Use Google Slides and Adobe to assign or download resources.
Your students will love the adventure lesson, variety, and engagement provided in this resource! Bring Figurative Language to life with this resource!
➡️ LET’S CONNECT
Follow ELA Vibes to get updates on new resources!
➡️ Additional Supports
Mini-Lessons
Activity Packs
STAAR Prep
Short and Extended Constructed Responses
Valentine's Day ELA Escape Activity Inference Plot Context Clues 3rd 4th 5th
By Magen Crim
Challenge your students with a Valentine's Day Reading Comprehension Escape Room featuring inferences, context clues, plot, and making connections. Perfect for STAAR prep, collaboration, or independent work! With four interactive challenges, students will engage in teamwork and problem-solving to solve the mystery. With clear instructions and printable materials, it's an engaging way to make learning memorable!
➡️ Why You Will Love
⭐An activity that is planned and prepped so you get your planning time back!
⭐Student engagement to make learning interactive and fun.
⭐Flexible Format to integrate into any curriculum.
⭐Supports differentiation to reach all your students.
➡️ What’s Included
➡️ Suggested Classroom Uses
Enhance learning, inspire students, and create memorable classroom moments with an Escape Room!
➡️ LET’S CONNECT
Follow ELA Vibes
➡️ Additional Supports
Mini-Lessons
Activity Packs
Short and Extended Constructed Responses
➡️Receive TeachShare Store Credits
ELA Escape Room Activity Theme, Plot, Context Clues, Inference 3rd 4th 5th
By Magen Crim
Engage 3rd-5th graders with a reading escape room on theme, context clues, story elements, and inferences. Perfect for STAAR prep, stations, centers, and comprehension review! Enjoy this engaging challenge!
A low-prep activity is designed to help learners master reading comprehension in a fun and structured way.
➡️ Why You Will Love
⭐An activity that is planned and prepped so you get your planning time back!
⭐Student engagement to make learning interactive and fun.
⭐Flexible Format to integrate into any curriculum.
➡️ What’s Included
➡️ Suggested Classroom Uses
Enhance learning, inspire students, and create memorable classroom moments with an Escape Room!
➡️ LET’S CONNECT
Follow ELA Vibes
➡️ Additional Supports
Theme Resources
Mini-Lessons
Activity Packs
Short and Extended Constructed Responses
ELA Escape Room Activity Main Idea Detail Context Clues Inference 3rd 4th 5th
By Magen Crim
Make learning fun with this Reading Escape Room for Grades 3-5! Includes 10 task cards on central idea and key details, context clues, and inference.
Students will navigate through 10 task cards to determine which gem is the correct answer. With clear instructions and printable materials, it's an engaging way to make learning memorable.
A low-prep activity is designed to help learners master reading comprehension in a fun and structured way.
➡️ Why You Will Love
⭐An activity that is planned and prepped so you get your planning time back!
⭐Student engagement to make learning interactive and fun.
⭐Flexible Format to integrate into any curriculum.
⭐Supports differentiation to reach all your students.
➡️ What’s Included
➡️ Suggested Classroom Uses
Enhance learning, inspire students, and create memorable classroom moments with an Escape Room!
➡️ LET’S CONNECT
Follow ELA Vibes
➡️ Additional Supports
Context Clues Resources
Inference Resources
Mini-Lessons
Activity Packs
Short and Extended Constructed Responses
ELA Escape Room Activity Authors Purpose, Context Clues, Characters 3rd 4th 5th
By Magen Crim
Engage 3rd-5th graders with a reading escape room on author’s purpose, message, context clues, setting, and characters. Perfect for STAAR prep, stations, centers, and comprehension review!
A low-prep activity is designed to help learners master reading comprehension in a fun and structured way.
➡️ Why You Will Love
⭐An activity that is planned and prepped so you get your planning time back!
⭐Student engagement to make learning interactive and fun.
⭐Flexible Format to integrate into any curriculum.
➡️ What’s Included
➡️ Suggested Classroom Uses
Enhance learning, inspire students, and create memorable classroom moments with an Escape Room!
➡️ LET’S CONNECT
Follow ELA Vibes
➡️ Additional Supports
Mini-Lessons
Activity Packs
Short and Extended Constructed Responses
➡️Receive TeachShare Store Credits
Text Features Lesson Graphic Organizer Activity Centers Warm up 3rd 4th 5th
By Magen Crim
Engage 3rd-5th graders with a print and graphics feature lesson: bell ringer, guided notes, ELA STAAR practice, activities, anchor chart, model passage, and exit ticket—ideal for intervention, stations, STAAR prep, independent reading comprehension, and differentiated supports!
A low-prep lesson designed to help learners master print and graphic features in a fun and structured way within the Fiction Genre.
➡️ Why You Will Love
⭐A lesson plan that is planned and prepped so you get your planning time back!
⭐Science of reading-aligned strategies for students to apply to their reading.
⭐Real-world connections so that students see how the skill is applied to their everyday lives.
⭐Flexible Format to integrate into any curriculum.
⭐Differentiated small group instruction cards to help you reach every learner in your classroom.
➡️ What’s Included
Detailed Mini-Lesson Plan
Warm Up
Anchor Chart
Real-World Connections
Interactive Adventure Google Lesson Slides
Teacher Model Text
Guided Notes
Guided Practice with key terms
Differentiated Small Group Instruction Cards
Independent Practice Student Activity: Cut and Paste
Exit Ticket
➡️ How to Use Suggestions
Begin with a warm-up to spark curiosity and introduce the day’s focus.
Teach with the anchor chart, lesson slides, model text, guided practice, and guided doodle notes, encouraging students to make connections.
Engage students with a story-driven adventure lesson.
Provide scaffolded practice using small group instruction and independent activities.
Wrap up with an exit ticket to assess understanding and inform future lessons.
Use Google Slides and Adobe to assign or download resources.
Your students will love the adventure lesson, variety, and engagement provided in this resource! Bring Print and Graphic Features to life with this resource!
➡️ LET’S CONNECT
Follow ELA Vibes to get updates on new resources!
➡️ Additional Supports
Mini-Lessons
Activity Packs
STAAR Prep
Short and Extended Constructed Responses
New Year’s Reading Comprehension Activities Writing No Prep 3rd 4th 5th
By Magen Crim
Make learning fun with New Year's ELA activities for Grades 3-5! Includes reading comprehension tasks on context clues, figurative language, and character relationships—perfect for engagement!
➡️ Why You Will Love
⭐STAAR rigor comprehension activities that are planned and prepped so you get your planning time back!
⭐Flexible Format to integrate into any curriculum.
⭐Variety of activities to differentiate to help you reach every learner in your classroom.
➡️ What’s Included
➡️ Suggested Classroom Uses
Creative learning meets comprehension!
➡️ LET’S CONNECT
Follow ELA Vibes to get updates on new resources!
➡️ Additional Supports
Mini-Lessons
Activity Packs
Short and Extended Constructed Responses
Making Connections Lesson Graphic Organizer Activity Centers Warm Up 3rd 4th 5th
By Magen Crim
Engage 3rd-5th graders with making connections lesson: bell ringer, guided notes, ELA STAAR practice, activities, anchor chart, model passage, and exit ticket—ideal for intervention, stations, STAAR prep, independent reading comprehension, and differentiated supports!
A low-prep lesson designed to help learners master making connections in a fun and structured way within the Fiction Genre.
➡️ Why You Will Love
⭐A lesson plan that is planned and prepped so you get your planning time back!
⭐Science of reading-aligned strategies for students to apply to their reading.
⭐Real-world connections so that students see how the skill is applied to their everyday lives.
⭐Flexible Format to integrate into any curriculum.
⭐Differentiated small group instruction cards to help you reach every learner in your classroom.
➡️ What’s Included
➡️ How to Use Suggestions
Begin with a warm-up to spark curiosity and introduce the day’s focus.
Teach with the anchor chart, lesson slides, model text, guided practice, and guided doodle notes, encouraging students to make connections.
Engage students with a story-driven adventure lesson.
Provide scaffolded practice using small group instruction and independent activities.
Wrap up with an exit ticket to assess understanding and inform future lessons.
Use Google Slides and Adobe to assign or download resources.
Your students will love the adventure lesson, variety, and engagement provided in this resource! Bring Making Connections to life with this resource!
➡️ LET’S CONNECT
Follow ELA Vibes to get updates on new resources!
➡️ Additional Supports
Mini-Lessons
Activity Packs
STAAR Prep
Short and Extended Constructed Responses
Fiction Genres Lesson Graphic Organizer Activity Centers Warm up 3rd 4th 5th
By Magen Crim
Engage 3rd-5th graders with a fiction genres lesson: bell ringer, guided notes, ELA STAAR practice, activities, anchor chart, model passage, and exit ticket—ideal for intervention, stations, STAAR prep, independent reading comprehension, and differentiated supports!
A low-prep lesson designed to help learners master fiction genres in a fun and structured way within the Fiction Genre.
➡️ Why You Will Love
⭐A lesson plan that is planned and prepped so you get your planning time back!
⭐Science of reading-aligned strategies for students to apply to their reading.
⭐Real-world connections so that students see how the skill is applied to their everyday lives.
⭐Flexible Format to integrate into any curriculum.
⭐Differentiated small group instruction cards to help you reach every learner in your classroom.
➡️ What’s Included
➡️ How to Use Suggestions
Your students will love the adventure lesson, variety, and engagement provided in this resource! Bring Fiction Genres to life with this resource!
➡️ LET’S CONNECT
Follow ELA Vibes to get updates on new resources!
➡️ Additional Supports
Mini-Lessons
Activity Packs
STAAR Prep
Short and Extended Constructed Responses
Author's Purpose Lesson Graphic Organizer Activity Centers Warm up 3rd 4th 5th
By Magen Crim
Engage 3rd-5th graders with an author’s purpose lesson: bell ringer, guided notes, ELA STAAR practice, activities, anchor chart, model passage, and exit ticket—ideal for intervention, stations, STAAR prep, independent reading comprehension, and differentiated supports!
A low-prep lesson designed to help learners master the author’s purpose in a fun and structured way within the Fiction Genre.
➡️ Why You Will Love
⭐A lesson plan that is planned and prepped so you get your planning time back!
⭐Science of reading-aligned strategies for students to apply to their reading.
⭐Real-world connections so that students see how the skill is applied to their everyday lives.
⭐Flexible Format to integrate into any curriculum.
⭐Differentiated small group instruction cards to help you reach every learner in your classroom.
➡️ What’s Included
Detailed Mini-Lesson Plan
Warm Up
Anchor Chart
Real-World Connections
Interactive Adventure Google Lesson Slides
Teacher Model Text
Guided Notes
Guided Practice with key terms
Differentiated Small Group Instruction Cards
Student Activity: Color by Number
Exit Ticket
➡️ How to Use Suggestions
Your students will love the adventure lesson, variety, and engagement provided in this resource! Bring Author’s Purpose to life with this resource!
➡️ LET’S CONNECT
Follow ELA Vibes to get updates on new resources!
➡️ Additional Supports
Mini-Lessons
Activity Packs
STAAR Prep
Short and Extended Constructed Responses
Winter ELA Reading Escape Room Activities Main Idea Inference 3rd 4th 5th
By Magen Crim
Engage 3rd-5th graders with a winter reading comprehension escape room featuring the central idea and key details, inferences, context clues, and figurative language. Perfect for STAAR prep, stations, centers, or review! Escape the Frostbite Forest!
A low-prep activity is designed to help learners master reading comprehension in a fun and structured way.
➡️ Why You Will Love
⭐An activity that is planned and prepped so you get your planning time back!
⭐Student engagement to make learning interactive and fun.
⭐Flexible Format to integrate into any curriculum.
➡️ What’s Included
➡️ Suggested Classroom Uses
Enhance learning, inspire students, and create memorable classroom moments with an Escape Room!
➡️ LET’S CONNECT
Follow ELA Vibes
➡️ Additional Supports
Mini-Lessons
Activity Packs
Short and Extended Constructed Responses
➡️Receive TeachShare Store Credits
ELA Reading Escape Room Activity Text Structure Inference Main Idea 3rd 4th 5th
By Magen Crim
Engage 3rd-5th graders with a fun reading escape room! Includes challenges on text structure, context clues, main/central idea and supporting details, and inference. Perfect for STAAR prep, stations, centers, or review! Can you escape?
A low-prep activity is designed to help learners master reading comprehension in a fun and structured way.
➡️ Why You Will Love
⭐An activity that is planned and prepped so you get your planning time back!
⭐Student engagement to make learning interactive and fun.
⭐Flexible Format to integrate into any curriculum.
➡️ What’s Included
➡️ Suggested Classroom Uses
Enhance learning, inspire students, and create memorable classroom moments with an Escape Room!
➡️ LET’S CONNECT
Follow ELA Vibes
➡️ Additional Supports
Mini-Lessons
Activity Packs
Short and Extended Constructed Responses
➡️Receive TeachShare Store Credits