5th Grade Reading Projects (by date, oldest first)
ELA - Differentiate Novel Response Task
By Amanda G
Differentiate Novel Response - 7 different responses for students to choose from. This has been used as an accountability piece for students. Many of the options are also applicable to media literacy studies, so marks could be given for both reading and media.
Common Core Reading Interactive Notebook
By Kim Romero
If you are interested in my Common Core Reading Interactive Notebook you need to check this out!
My Common Core ELA Interactive Notebook Mega Bundle
comes with all three of my best sellers; My Common Core Reading, Writing, & Grammar interactive notebooks at a discounted price! If you are not interested in the mega bundle please keep reading.
Students need to be involved in their own learning. Interactive Notebooks are a great way to incorporate interactive learning. My Common Core Reading Interactive Notebook is aligned with 3rd Grade Common Core Standards. However, this product can benefit 2nd, 4th, and 5th grade also. View my preview to get a better look.
Common Core Reading Interactive Notebook includes:
Student Notebook Cover Page
Reading Skills-Concept Page Separator
Genres-Concept Page Separator
Literal and Nonliteral Meanings-Concept Page Separator
Text Structure-Concept Page Separator
Word Skills-Concept Page Separator
Table of Contents
What do good readers do? Interactive Organizer
Author's Purpose-Interactive Page
Story Elements-Study Organizer
Characters-Interactive Page
Setting-Interactive Page
Plot- Interactive Page
Theme-Interactive Page
Point of View-Interactive Page
Inference-Interactive Page
Predict-Interactive Page
Main Idea- Interactive Page
Different Genres-Study Page
Fiction/Nonfiction-Interactive Page
Literal Vs. Nonliteral Meaning Study Page
Simile, Metaphor, and Idiom-Interactive Pages
Alliteration and Personification-Interactive Pages
Compare and Contrast- Interactive Page
Cause and Effect- Interactive page
Steps in a Process- Interactive Page
Context Clues-Interactive Page
My Common Core Reading Interactive Notebook comes with a step by step guide for each page and black/white printables.
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Crispin Socratic Seminar packets and rubric
By The Red-Haired Reader
Are you looking for an interactive, student-led activity/ assessment for the end of Avi's Crispin? How about a Socratic Seminar!
This file contains 2 different packets of Socratic Circle questions- packet A and packet B. Each packet contains 3 different questions that require students to answer and provide two quotes from the text to back up their answers. Students are also required to come up with 3 additional questions they will ask if there's time in their circle. Finally, the packet has a page where each student will monitor a partner in the opposite circle. I've also included a rubric for your use!
When you print out the file, you'll see packet A on the top half of the sheet, packet B on the bottom half, and then the rubric as the last page of the file. You'll need to cut each packet page in half after you print them out, as each booklet you give to the students is only half a page. They are labeled A and B. Give half your class A, half B, and allow them to plan! The day of the circle, you'll let A discuss for maybe 20-30 minutes, then flip-flop your circles and have B discuss.
My students really enjoy Socratic Seminars! I have found it works better when you give each group three different questions, so you don't see the same discussion 2 times, which is how this packet is set up.
I used the Socratic Circle as their "final test grade" for Crispin. The students need to have completed the whole book to answer the questions included in the packet.
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Bundle of 59 Socratic Seminar Booklets! Great Final Assessments/ Lit Circles!
By The Red-Haired Reader
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This bundle includes every product in my Socratic Seminar Bundle line. Multiple novels and short stories are included for grades 6-12! My students LOVE Socratic Seminars, and I often use them as their final assessment grade. The can be used in small literature circle groups, or with a full class. Please ask if you have any questions!
The Creative Writing & Speaking Proposal & Rubric Kit
By Jas Teach
The Creative Writing & Speaking Proposal & Rubric Kit
Struggling to craft compelling proposals for creative writing and speaking projects? Look no further! This comprehensive kit equips you with the tools to:
- Craft winning proposals: Build strong arguments, showcase your ideas, and secure project approval with ease.
- Develop engaging rubrics: Establish clear expectations and ensure successful project completion.
- Spark creativity: Find inspiration and ignite your inner voice with practical tips and engaging exercises.
This kit includes the following activities:
Collaborative Projects
- Capitalization Cup Showcase - Decorate cups with different capitalization rules and create a display to showcase their cups.
- A Bite Into A Tasty Paragraph - This engaging project tackles two key areas: reading comprehension and verb tense mastery.
Creative writing and speaking
- Character Profile - Make a character profile by identifying nouns and their character traits.
- I Am Looking Forward To ____ (year) - Students can write down 2 New Year’s resolutions (or what they are “looking” forward to) this (2025-2027)
- My Thankful Heart -Students can express their thankfulness by listing at least 10 things they are thankful for (comin year). Integrated topics: Identifying Nouns, Common and Proper Nouns, Abstract and Concrete Nouns
- A Rainbow of Words - Students can describe themselves using adjectives.
Book Report Template & Lesson 4th Grade Non-Fiction Project | The Donner Party
By TaughtOught Homeschooling
If you are looking to explore non-fiction text structures, this "What Was The Donner Party?" book report project digital product for 3rd and 4th-grade students is perfect. It's designed to enhance non-fiction reading comprehension and book report writing skills!
This resource includes:
- Comprehensive Google Slides digital lesson for reading comprehension and book report writing support
- 9-page printable PDF book report flip book template
Please see the product preview for more visual details.
NOTE: You need a (free) Google account to access the digital lesson, and you will need access to the book "What Was The Donner Party" by Ben Hubbard to complete the digital and printable activities.
Students will dive into the historical context of The Donner Party, gaining a deeper understanding of this significant event in world history. The digital lesson guides students through key facts, timelines, and the impact of these events.
How to use this resource:
- Have students read the book, "What Was The Donner Party?"
- Print the book report flip book template
- Open and present the Google Slides digital lesson
- Follow the intuitive prompts, which will take you through each step of the book report. For example, if it's time to work on the "facts" page, there is a series of multiple-choice questions on specific facts detailed in the text that will help refresh the students' memories and comprehension. Then students can fill in the facts they found most interesting.
- Have fun guessing the mystery puzzle between each section of the book report!
The printable PDF book report flip book template provides creative book report ideas, such as summarizing the events, using critical thinking skills, and creating a timeline. It can be used with any non-fiction book. Students will also use a book review template to evaluate The Donner Party's significance. Overall, this project offers an engaging way for students to explore non-fiction text structures while learning about a crucial event in history.
The non-fiction book report flip book pages include:
✏book title info
✏rating & review
✏vocabulary
✏facts
✏text ideas
✏series of events
✏making life connections
✏what I learned
✏questions I have
✏setting & subject
✏interesting event
✏important event
If you liked this product, you might also like . . .
✏What Were the Salem Witch Trials? Non-Fiction Book Report Project 4th Grade
✏Non-Fiction Book Report Template Project 4th Grade | What is Climate Change?
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Immigration Ellis Island Non-Fiction Book Report Project 3rd/4th Grade Template
By TaughtOught Homeschooling
If you are looking to explore the topic of immigration in American history, this "What Was Ellis Island?" book report project digital product for 3rd and 4th-grade students is perfect. It's designed to enhance non-fiction reading comprehension and book report writing skills!
This resource includes:
- Comprehensive Google Slides digital lesson for reading comprehension and book report writing support
- 9-page printable PDF book report flip book template
Please see the product preview for more visual details.
NOTE: You need a (free) Google account to access the digital lesson, and you will need access to the book "What Was Ellis Island" by Patricia Brennan Demuth to complete the digital and printable activities.
Students will dive into the historical context of Ellis Island, gaining a deeper understanding of this significant immigration event in world history. The digital lesson guides students through key facts, timelines, and the impact of these events.
How to use this resource:
- Have students read the book, "What Was Ellis Island?"
- Print the book report flip book template
- Open and present the Google Slides digital lesson
- Follow the intuitive prompts, which will take you through each step of the book report. For example, if it's time to work on the "facts" page, there is a series of multiple-choice questions on specific facts detailed in the text that will help refresh the students' memories and comprehension. Then students can fill in the facts they found most interesting.
- Have fun guessing the mystery puzzle between each section of the book report!
The printable PDF book report flip book template provides creative book report ideas, such as summarizing the events, using critical thinking skills, and creating a timeline. It can be used with any non-fiction book. Students will also use a book review template to evaluate the significance of Ellis Island and America's history of immigration. Overall, this project offers an engaging way for students to explore non-fiction text structures while learning about a crucial moment in history.
The non-fiction book report flip book pages include:
✏book title info
✏rating & review
✏vocabulary
✏facts
✏text ideas
✏series of events
✏making life connections
✏what I learned
✏questions I have
✏setting & subject
✏interesting event
✏important event
If you liked this product, you might also like . . .
✏What Were the Salem Witch Trials? Non-Fiction Book Report Project 4th Grade
✏Non-Fiction Book Report Template Project 4th Grade | What is Climate Change?
✏What Was The Plague? Non-Fiction Book Report Project 4th Grade Reading Comp.
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What Is? Book Series Digital Reading Comprehension Lessons Book Report Template
By TaughtOught Homeschooling
Save 20% on 15 books from the What Is? and What Was? book series. Each one includes a book report flipbook template and a comprehensive reading comprehension digital lesson (with a built-in reward system).
The books in the series include:
- What Was the Age of Exploration?
- What Was the Children's Blizzard of 1888?
- What Was the Wild West?
- What Was the Donner Party?
- What Was the Ice Age?
- What Was the Boston Tea Party?
- What Was Ellis Island?
- What Was the Great Depression?
- What Was the Plague?
- What Was the Titanic
- What Were the Salem Witch Trials?
- What is Climate Change?
- What is the Constitution?
- What is the Coronavirus Disease COVID-19?
- What is the Women's Rights Movement?
This product is easy to use:
- Print the template (same template for every book in this series), cut along the dotted line on each page, then staple the top to create the flipbooks (students can do this on their own).
- Read the book (independently or as a class/group)
- Click through the Google reading comprehension digital lesson (no-prep required!)
- Students fill out the template independently/homework or as a class or group. In my class, we work on the book report template together through each section of the lesson.
The sections of the reading comprehension digital lesson and 9-page book report template include (along with the built-in reward system):
- book title info
- rating & review
- vocabulary
- facts
- text ideas
- series of events
- making life connections
- what I learned
- questions I have
- setting/subject
- interesting event
- important event
Read Across America Day: Library Week Collaborative Coloring Art Poster
By Lia
Read Across America Day: Read, Imagine And Dream Poster
Get ready to celebrate Read Across America Day in style with our collaborative poster activity. Join us as we come together to showcase the joy of reading through a vibrant and inspiring poster.
Our poster theme, "Read, Imagine, Dream," sums up the magical journey of diving into books and exploring endless possibilities.
In this delightful activity, each student will receive a unique coloring page. These coloring pages are sure to captivate the imagination of every student. What makes this activity truly special is that each individual coloring page is a piece of a larger puzzle, contributing to the creation of a collaborative masterpiece.
The collaborative poster is in a 37.5 × 30-inch size, divided into 20 squares (one for each student).
The design features very clean edges, without any crisp lines.
In this pack you will receive:
- A PDF that includes 25 Pages.
- Each page size 8.5×11 inch
- Poster Sample
- Poster template
- Students instruction
- Coloring page
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5th / 6th Grade Poetry Elements Read & Write Poems Lessons & Graphic Organizers
By Kile's Classroom
Learn to Have FUN with Poetry!
Add this introduction to your unit on poetry to engage your students in reading and writing several different styles of poetry. Your students will learn the basic elements of poetry and how to write some of the most common and fun kinds of poems! Spark a love of poetry in your students with this engaging unit!
Includes 20 pages that cover:
- Elements of Poetry
- Haiku
- Limerick
- Cinquain
- Acrostic
- Free Verse
Print and Google Slides Versions Included
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By Pacific Street Playschool
World Read Aloud Day Crowns
These crowns are the perfect addition to any classroom on World Read Aloud Day. Help students realize their love for reading by sharing it with others!
- These crowns come without a year listed to use anytime OR with years through 2030.
- Writing and illustrating prompt is included
- Students can color and/or decorate crowns
- Attach crowns using sentence strips
Please share your photos and reviews. Thank you!
African American Artists- Biographical Reading Research | Black History Month
By Veronica Reyes
This is a reading passage bundle with-
- Misty Copeland
- Ruby Bridges
- Louis Armstrong
- Maya Angelou
- Jacob Lawrence
All newsletters are biographical.
These are your curated gateway to the vibrant world of Black artists and their profound contributions to the arts. Designed especially for elementary school students, this kid-friendly research newsletter brings you fun and informative snapshots, engaging stories, and interesting facts about Black and African American artists and their creative brilliance.
Key Features:
- Artist Spotlights: Explore concise profiles of Black artists across various disciplines – from visual arts and music to literature and performing arts. Gain a quick but comprehensive overview of their influential works and impact on the artistic landscape.
Students can use this as a jumping off point for a research project or for Black History Month.
For individual newsletters:
Misty Copeland
Louis Armstrong
Ruby Bridges
Jacob Lawrence
Maya Angelou
George Takei Reading Comprehension Research Passage- AAPI History Month- LGBTQ+
By Veronica Reyes
⭐️ Are you looking to ramp up your research projects? ⭐️
This is a nonfiction biographical reading passage about George Takei as a Asian-American Changemaker and a LGBTQ+ Leader. Students can use this as a jumping off point for a research project or for Asian-American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month and LGBTQ Pride Month.
INCLUDED- Reading Comprehension Questions! Differentiated and can be used with any reading passage about an influential female leader. Perfect for close reading!
- Colored and black-line version
- Reading comprehension questions for early elementary (1-3) and separate worksheet for upper elementary (4-6)
Information on...
➡️ Early Life
➡️ Career
➡️ Interesting Facts
➡️ Influence
Jacob Lawrence Biography & Reading Comprehension | Black History Month Research
By Veronica Reyes
This is a informational reading passage about Jacob Lawrence as an African American Artist. Students can use this as a jumping off point for a research project activity or for Black History Month.
Information on...
- Early Life
- Family Life
- Interesting Facts
- Artists
INCLUDED- Reading Comprehension Questions! Differentiated and can be used with any reading passage about an influential leader. Perfect for close reading!
- Colored and black-line version
- Reading comprehension questions for early elementary (1-3) and separate worksheet for upper elementary (4-6)
Other newsletter for Black History Month:
Misty Copeland
https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/Misty-Copeland-Biography-Newsletter-2411406
Louis Armstrong
https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/Louis-Armstong-Biography-Newsletter-Research-2421111
Ruby Bridges
https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/Ruby-Bridges-Biography-Newsletter-Research-2421118
Maya Angelou
https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/Maya-Angelou-Newsletter-Research-Black-History-Month-2421074
Or get ALL NEWSLETTERS here:
Louis Armstong Biography Newsletter | Nonfiction Reseach | Black History
By Veronica Reyes
This is a newsletter about Louis Armstrong as an African American Artist. Students can use this as a jumping off point for a research project or for Black History Month.
Information on...
- Early Life
- Family Life
- Interesting Facts
- Artists
Misty Copeland
https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/Misty-Copeland-Biography-Newsletter-2411406
Ruby Bridges
https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/Ruby-Bridges-Biography-Newsletter-Research-2421118
Jacob Lawrence
https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/Jacob-Lawrence-Biography-Newsletter-2421081
Maya Angelou
https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/Maya-Angelou-Newsletter-Research-Black-History-Month-2421074
Or get ALL NEWSLETTERS here:
Ruby Bridges Biography Reading Comprehension Research | Women's History Month
By Veronica Reyes
This is a newsletter about Ruby Bridges as an African American Artist and Black Changemaker. Students can use this as a jumping off point for a research project or for Black History Month or Women's History Month.
Information on...
- Early Life
- School Life
- Interesting Facts
- Influence
Other newsletter for Black History Month:
Misty Copeland
Louis Armstrong
Jacob Lawrence
Maya Angelou
Or get ALL NEWSLETTERS here!
Black History Month Biographical Reading Passages & Research- Growing Bundle!
By Veronica Reyes
Are you looking for a way to ⭐️TEACH and INSPIRE⭐️ for Black History Month?
These are your curated gateway to the vibrant world of Black Changemakers and their profound contributions to the world. Perfect for a project for Black History Month! Designed especially for elementary school students, this kid-friendly research newsletter brings you fun and informative snapshots, engaging stories, and interesting facts about Black and African American changemakers and their creative brilliance. All newsletters are biographical.
This is a reading passage newsletter GROWING BUNDLE with-
- Misty Copeland
- Ruby Bridges
- Louis Armstrong
- Maya Angelou
- Jacob Lawrence
- Serena Williams
- Jackie Robinson
- Jesse Owens
- Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
- Barack Obama
- Wangari Maathai
- Harriet Tubman
- Pelé
- Roberto Clemente
...and many more to come
Black Artist Reading Passages + Research Report Template + Black History Month
By Veronica Reyes
GROWING BUNDLE- As we grow- you get more!!! Close Reading Articles with biographical information.
This is a reading research newsletter bundle with-
- Misty Copeland
- Ruby Bridges
- Louis Armstrong
- Maya Angelou
- Jacob Lawrence
- Billie Holiday
All newsletters are biographical.
These are your curated gateway to the vibrant world of Black artists and their profound contributions to the arts. Designed especially for elementary school students, this kid-friendly research newsletter brings you fun and informative snapshots, engaging stories, and interesting facts about Black and African American artists and their creative brilliance.
Key Features:
- Artist Spotlights: Explore concise profiles of Black artists across various disciplines – from visual arts and music to literature and performing arts. Gain a quick but comprehensive overview of their influential works and impact on the artistic landscape.
Research Templates
Product Description:
Are you a teacher looking for an engaging way to develop your students' research and presentation skills? Look no further! Our "Blank Research Report Template for Biographies" is the perfect tool to inspire creativity, critical thinking, and research skills in your classroom.
Two blank templates-
-One that is pre-filled with some of black artists' picture and name
-One that is blank and requires the student to write his name and draw thier portrait (can be used for any person)
Key Features:
- Structured Framework: This template provides a well-organized and structured framework for students to conduct research on a chosen individual's biography. It guides them through essential components such as background, early life, accomplishments, and more.
- Versatility: Tailor the template to fit the unique needs of your curriculum. Whether your focus is historical figures, contemporary leaders, or cultural icons, this template is adaptable to a variety of subjects.
- Encourages Independent Learning: Empower students to take ownership of their learning journey. The blank spaces prompt students to conduct independent research, fostering a sense of curiosity and self-directed learning.
- Develops Research Skills: Our template encourages students to utilize various research methods, including online resources, books, and interviews. It's a fantastic opportunity for them to hone their research skills and discern reliable information.
- Promotes Presentation Skills: Beyond researching, students will practice organizing information coherently and presenting it in a well-structured report. This template lays the foundation for effective communication, a crucial skill in any academic or professional setting.
How It Works:
- Choose a Subject: Students select an individual to research. This could be anyone from historical figures, scientists, artists, to contemporary leaders or influencers. Jacob Lawrence is pre-filled in on version of this template.
- Fill in the Blanks: The template guides students through the research process. They'll fill in key sections, providing biographical information, accomplishments, and the impact of the chosen individual.
- Present to the Class: The completed reports become the basis for engaging class presentations. This step encourages students to express themselves confidently and articulately.
Students can use this as a jumping off point for a research project or for Black History Month.
Ruby Bridges Research Reading Passage Comprehension, Trifold Template + Art
By Veronica Reyes
This is a Informational Newsletter AND Research Report AND Collaborative Art Project about Ruby Bridges as an African American Artist and a Black Changemaker. Students can use this as a jumping off point for a research project or as an activity for Black History Month or Women's History Month.
Information on...
- Early Life
- Career
- Interesting Facts
- Artistic Contributions/Influences
- Inclusive Learning: Foster an inclusive classroom environment by exploring diverse narratives and celebrating the achievements of underrepresented voices.
- Ready-to-Use Content: Save time on lesson planning with our pre-packaged materials, allowing you to focus on what you do best – inspiring the next generation.
How It Works:
- Choose a Subject (Ruby Bridges): Students select an individual to research. This could be anyone from historical figures, scientists, artists, to contemporary leaders or influencers. Ruby Bridges is pre-filled in on version of this template.
- Fill in the Blanks: The template guides students through the research process. They'll fill in key sections, providing biographical information, accomplishments, and the impact of the chosen individual.
- Present to the Class: The completed reports become the basis for engaging class presentations. This step encourages students to express themselves confidently and articulately.
Introducing our profound collaborative art project: Collaborative Mural Poster! Engage students as artists, inviting them to contribute to a larger masterpiece that pays tribute to the wisdom and resilience of Ruby Bridges. This unique product transforms any space into a vibrant tapestry of collective expression, capturing the spirit of Ruby Bridges' impactful words and life.
***Pro-Tip*** To make a smaller puzzle- use your printer or copiers "combine" feature and print 2 pages on one paper!
2 sizes- 25 pieces or 36 pieces! (Bordered or Borderless)
Ruby Bridges Research Reading Passage + Report Template- Black History Month
By Veronica Reyes
This is an informational newsletter AND research report template- trifold about Ruby Bridges as a Black Changemaker. Students can use this as a jumping off point for a research project or for Black History Month.
Information on...
- Early Life
- Career
- Interesting Facts
- Influences/Accomplishments
- Inclusive Learning: Foster an inclusive classroom environment by exploring diverse narratives and celebrating the achievements of underrepresented voices.
- Ready-to-Use Content: Save time on lesson planning with our pre-packaged materials, allowing you to focus on what you do best – inspiring the next generation.
How It Works:
- Choose a Subject: Students select an individual to research. This could be anyone from historical figures, scientists, artists, to contemporary leaders or influencers. Jacob Lawrence is pre-filled in on version of this template.
- Fill in the Blanks: The template guides students through the research process. They'll fill in key sections, providing biographical information, accomplishments, and the impact of the chosen individual.
- Present to the Class: The completed reports become the basis for engaging class presentations. This step encourages students to express themselves confidently and articulately.