5th Grade Reading Strategies Resources (by date, latest first)

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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

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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

  • Warm Up
  • Anchor Chart
  • Interactive Google Lesson Slides with an Adventure Theme
  • Real-world connections
  • Model Text
  • Guided Notes
  • Guided Practice
  • Small Group Instruction
  • Independent Practice
  • 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 activity.
  • 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 Application to assign or download resources.

Bring Reading to life with this incredible resource today!

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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

  • Author's Purpose
  • Author's Voice
  • Character Relationships
  • Characteristics of Fiction Genres
  • Context Clues
  • Elements of Plot
  • Figurative Language
  • Inference
  • Main Idea and Supporting Details
  • Making Connections
  • Paraphrase and Summarize
  • Point of View
  • Print & Graphic Features
  • Setting
  • Text Structure
  • Theme

➡️ What’s Included

  • Warm Up
  • Anchor Chart
  • Interactive Google Lesson Slides with an Adventure Theme
  • Real-world connections
  • Model Text
  • Guided Notes
  • Guided Practice
  • Small Group Instruction
  • Independent Practice
  • 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 activity.
  • 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 Application to assign or download resources.

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

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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

  • 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: Doodle Comprehension
  • 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 Point of View to life with this resource! 

➡️ LET’S CONNECT

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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

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STAAR Prep

Short and Extended Constructed Responses

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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

  • 4 TEK-aligned challenges with STAAR question stems
  • Interactive tasks decode a mystery word
  • Mazes
  • 8 Task Cards
  • Easy-to-follow instructions and ready-to-print materials

➡️ Suggested Classroom Uses

  1. Literacy Centers or Stations
  2. Independent Practice
  3. Partner Work
  4. STAAR Prep. 

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

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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

  • 4 TEK-aligned challenges with STAAR question stems
  • Easy-to-follow instructions and ready-to-print materials
  • Flexible Use that adapts easily to groups, centers, or individual tasks.

➡️ Suggested Classroom Uses

  1. Literacy Centers or Stations
  2. Independent Practice
  3. Partner Work
  4. STAAR Prep

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

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Short and Extended Constructed Responses

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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

  • 10 Task Cards
  • Easy-to-follow instructions and ready-to-print materials

➡️ Suggested Classroom Uses

  1. Literacy Centers or Stations
  2. Independent Practice
  3. Partner Work
  4. STAAR Prep

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

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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

  • 4 TEK-aligned challenges with STAAR question stems
  • Easy-to-follow instructions and ready-to-print materials
  • Flexible Use that adapts easily to groups, centers, or individual tasks.

➡️ Suggested Classroom Uses

  1. Literacy Centers or Stations
  2. Independent Practice
  3. Partner Work
  4. STAAR Prep

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

  • You can receive TeachShare store credits to use on future purchases by leaving feedback on any products you buy! Click on "My Purchases" to access the feedback link. I really appreciate your support, please leave feedback on my products. Your feedback will ensure I make the very best products for you and your students!
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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

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Short and Extended Constructed Responses

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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

  • Mystery Picture
  • Color-by-Number
  • Cut-and-Paste: Character Relationships
  • Writing prompt
  • 3 High-Interest Passages

➡️ Suggested Classroom Uses

  1. Literacy Centers or Stations
  2. Small Group
  3. Independent Practice
  4. Partner Work
  5. Homework
  6. STAAR Prep

Creative learning meets comprehension!

➡️ LET’S CONNECT

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➡️ Additional Supports

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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

  • 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: 10 Task Cards
  • 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 Making Connections to life with this resource! 

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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

  • 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 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

English Language Arts
Reading
Reading Strategies
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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

  • 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 Author’s Purpose to life with this resource! 

➡️ LET’S CONNECT

Follow ELA Vibes to get updates on new resources!

➡️ Additional Supports

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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

  • 4 TEK-aligned challenges with STAAR question stems
  • Easy-to-follow instructions and ready-to-print materials
  • Flexible Use that adapts easily to groups, centers, or individual tasks.

➡️ Suggested Classroom Uses

  1. Literacy Centers or Stations
  2. Independent Practice
  3. Partner Work
  4. STAAR Prep

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

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English Language Arts
Reading
Reading Strategies
$4.99
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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

  • 4 TEK-aligned challenges with STAAR question stems
  • Easy-to-follow instructions and ready-to-print materials
  • Flexible Use that adapts easily to groups, centers, or individual tasks.

➡️ Suggested Classroom Uses

  1. Literacy Centers or Stations
  2. Independent Practice
  3. Partner Work
  4. STAAR Prep

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

  • You can receive TeachShare store credits to use on future purchases by leaving feedback on any products you buy! Click on "My Purchases" to access the feedback link. I really appreciate your support, please leave feedback on my products. Your feedback will ensure I make the very best products for you and your students!
English Language Arts
Reading
Reading Strategies
$4.99