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Story Elements & Plot Structure Comprehension Passages Worksheets Grades 4-6 ELA
By MrsBaileyandHerClass
Boost your students' understanding of story elements and plot structure with this comprehensive printable pack of 10 reading comprehension passages designed for grades 4-6. Each passage explores story elements like characters, setting, plot, and structure through engaging, age-appropriate content. Perfect for reinforcing plot comprehension and encouraging students to delve deeper into narrative details.
With two activity worksheet options per passage, this pack provides flexibility and variety:
This resource contains 50 pages total, making it easy to print and go for fast, effective lesson planning. Ideal for ELA classrooms in grades 4-6, each activity comes with an answer key for efficient assessment.
Why You’ll Love This Resource:
Use this story elements pack to deepen plot comprehension and improve students’ ability to analyze and understand story structure—all while fostering a love of reading!
I hope you find this resource just as helpful for your students as it has been for mine!
How to Earn TeachShare Credits for Future Purchases:
©mrsbaileyandherclass2024
Reading Comprehension - Summarizing Strategy
By Visual Vibe
This Reading Comprehension - Summarizing Pack can be used with any text, both fiction and nonfiction. With differentiated graphic organisers, to build your students 'summarizing' skills and depth of understanding.
What's Included:
If you like this resource, please leave me some feedback. Additionally, if you would like to stay updated on future resources, please follow me @visual_vibe_classroom on Instagram.
Reading Comprehension - Synthesizing Strategy
By Visual Vibe
This Reading Comprehension - Synthesizing Pack can be used with any text, both fiction and nonfiction. With differentiated graphic organisers, to build your students 'synthesizing' skills and depth of understanding of the texts they read.
What's Included:
If you like this resource, please leave me some feedback. Additionally, if you would like to stay updated on future resources, please follow me @visual_vibe_classroom on Instagram.
Main Idea passages fourth grade main idea short passages Axolotl Special Ed 5th
By Modz by Laila
These main idea short passages with main idea questions worksheets help students practice identifying the main idea. It is designed for students in 4th to 6th grade and can be used in a variety of settings including small group instruction, independent work, and homework assignments.
Benefits:
Engaging content about interesting animals
No prep needed for teachers
Versatile resource for various types of instruction
Instructions/Tips for Implementation:
Teachers can read the passages aloud to students and then review the answers together. Alternatively, students can work on the worksheets independently. This resource can also be used for whole group instruction, small group work, as a reward activity, or as homework assignments.
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Thank you for checking out my products!
-Laila
STAAR ECR & ELA Test Prep Bundle for Grades 6-8: Reading Comprehension, Essays
By TooBookedUp
This bundle provides comprehensive practice in reading comprehension, essay structure, argumentation, and evidence-based responses, setting students up for success in standardized test preparation.
Literary Elements using Anime Worksheets, independent work
By TooBookedUp
Are you looking for an interesting way to integrate your students' love for anime and your love for literary elements? This front and back worksheet can be assigned virtually or printed for independent work. Students will watch an episode of their favorite anime and analyze for setting, conflict, theme, mood, and symbolism. This resource can be used for extension work, passion projects, or a flex day in ELA.
Pixar Shorts Finding Theme and Summary Worksheets and Graphic Organizer
By TooBookedUp
Are you trying to make theme sticky for your students? This resource includes practice worksheets for three short films under 5 minutes long: Piper, The Present, Pip available on Youtube for free. Students will love the beautiful graphics of the films, and the heart warming lessons to learn from each. I love using these films as mini lessons of about 10 minutes each or you can combine all three into a 30 minute practice session. This can be used virtually or in person, as extension activities or as direct instruction!
Piper: https://youtu.be/WIPV1iwzrzg
The Present: https://youtu.be/WjqiU5FgsYc
Pip: https://youtu.be/07d2dXHYb94
Free Bonus: Using Pixar to teach Somebody wanted, but, so then (Summary!) with answer keys.
The Crossover Warm Up Standard Aligned handout for each poem! PDF & PPT
By TooBookedUp
Students love Kwame Alexander's verse novel The Crossover, and I love the rigor of these power worksheets! His novel is organized into sections just like a basketball game including:
This resource covers all of the poems in the Warm Up section; with each poem accompanying at least one page of guided practice with middle school ELA standards including:
Did you know The Crossover is coming to Disney+? The novel is set to release a miniseries in 2023! If your class loves this text, check out my other resources:
90 Day Reading Comprehension Bell Ringer Warm-Up Routine for 6th-8th Grade
By TooBookedUp
Elevate your middle school ELA classes with our comprehensive 90-day warm-up routine, meticulously designed to bolster end-of-year testing performance and reinforce grade-level skills. This resource is the perfect tool for 6th, 7th, and 8th-grade educators seeking a hassle-free, standards-aligned solution that covers all priority CCSS and TEKS for 6th-grade English Language Arts. It can be used for intervention, extension, review, and introduction for grades 6-8!
Key Features:
Benefits:
How to Use: Ideal for the first 10 minutes of class, this ELA warm-up routine can be projected, printed, or distributed digitally. It's designed to integrate smoothly into your existing curriculum, providing a daily opportunity for students to demonstrate and build upon their ELA competencies.
Get Your Copy Today: Don't miss out on this essential ELA warm-up routine that promises to make your classroom a hub of learning and discussion. Prepare your students for success with a resource that's as educational as it is engaging!
Close Reading: GALAXIES, GALAXIES! by Gail Gibbons
By Qiang Ma
Teaching Science/Astronomy/Galaxy through Close Reading and Fine Arts using GLAD strategies.
Materials include lesson plans, activity pages, and posters with both student version and teacher’s version (with teaching scripts). Prep free! Grade 1-5.
Major components of the product:
- Student Package:
- 1 Info Organizer
- 3 Reading Passages
- 3 Text Dependent Questions Sets ( with 4 questions)
- 1 Vocabulary Sheet
-Teacher Package:
- 1 Info Organizer with answers
- 3 Reading Passages with Close Reading marks
- 3 Text Dependent Questions Sets with answers
- 1 Vocabulary Sheet with answers
- 1 Galaxies Black Line Drawing
- 1 Galaxies Black Line Drawing with labels
- 1 Galaxies Color Drawing
- 1 Galaxies Color Drawing with labels (great open house)
- 1 Vocab Poster with Post-it notes
- 1 Teacher Writing Sample
- 2 Student Writing Samples
- Lesson Plan embedded in 2 teaching scripts: 1 for Reading Passage and 1 for
Text Dependent Questions.
Save $$$s when you buy in bundles!
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Related Lessons:
Science Word Search: Astronomy 5 in 1 Bundle
Science Word Search: Space
Science Word Search: Galaxies
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Click a link below to see my other Close Reading Lessons:
Close Reading Bundle: Science + Holidays from Gail Gibbons
Plant:
Close Reading: Plant Unit
Close Reading: Apples
Close Reading: Corn
Close Reading: From Seed to Plant
Close Reading: Tell Me, Tree
Close Reading: The Fruits We Eat
Close Reading: The Pumpkin Book
Close Reading: The Vegetables We Eat
Animals:
Close Reading: Animal Unit
Amphibian:
Close Reading: Frogs
Arachnid:
Close Reading: Spiders
Bird:
Close Reading: Owls
Close Reading: Penguins!
Fish:
Close Reading: Sharks
Insect:
Close Reading: Monarch Butterfly
Close Reading: The Honey Makers
Close Reading: Ladybugs
Mammal:
Close Reading: Bats
Close Reading: Elephants of Africa
Close Reading: Polar Bears
Close Reading: Wolves
Close Reading: Whales
Reptile:
Close Reading: Alligators and Crocodiles
Close Reading: Dinosaurs!
Close Reading: Sea Turtles
Close Reading: Snakes
Environment:
Close Reading: Environment Unit
Close Reading: Caves and Caverns
Close Reading: Coral Reefs
Close Reading: Deserts
Close Reading: Marshes & Swamps
Close Reading: Rain Forests
Close Reading: Recycle!
Weather:
Close Reading: Weather Unit
Close Reading: It's Hurricanes!
Close Reading: It's Raining!
Close Reading: It's Snowing!
Close Reading: Tornadoes!
Season:
Close Reading: The Reasons for Seasons
Astronomy:
Close Reading: Astronomy Unit
Close Reading: GALAXIES, GALAXIES!
Close Reading: Planet Earth/Inside Out
Close Reading: The Moon Book
Close Reading: THE PLANETS
Matter:
Close Reading: States of Matter
Social Studies/Holidays:
Close Reading: Holiday Unit
Close Reading: Christmas Is ...
Close Reading: Easter
Close Reading: Halloween Is ... by Gail Gibbons
Close Reading: St. Patrick's Day by Gail Gibbons
Close Reading: Thanksgiving Is ... by Gail Gibbons
Close Reading: Valentine's Day Is ... by Gail Gibbons
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Thank you so much and I hope you enjoy this lesson.
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New Year’s Short Story for Middle School with Vocabulary and Comprehension
By Teach Savvy Store
Celebrate the start of the year with the short story The Clock of Second Chances. This resource combines reading comprehension, vocabulary development, and creative writing activities. Perfect for sub plans, lesson planning, guided reading and building comprehension and vocabulary skills!
What’s Included
**The Short Story:**A heartwarming tale of Leo, a young man given the chance to repair a broken friendship through the magic of a mysterious grandfather clock that rewinds time on New Year’s Eve.
**Vocabulary Awareness Activity: **A pre-reading vocabulary chart featuring key terms such as "peculiar," "reconciliation," and "sincere." Students assess their familiarity with each word, define them in their own words, and enhance their understanding of the story’s language.
**Comprehension Questions (with Answer Key): **Questions designed to encourage deep thinking and analysis, including:
**Answer Key for Teachers: **Detailed answers to all comprehension questions, facilitating discussions and streamlining grading.
Learning Objectives:
Usage:
Start the New Year with a story that inspires, teaches, and engages!
Frida Kahlo Research Reading- Trifold Report Template- Hispanic Heritage Month
By Veronica Reyes
Celebrate Women's History Month and Hispanic Heritage Month with this comprehensive informational reading passage and trifold research report template on Frida Kahlo, a renowned artist, influential figure, and Latina changemaker. Perfect for student research projects on Women's History or influential Hispanic figures.
***Reading Passages***
DIFFERENTIATED LEVELS FOR ALL LEARNERS
- Early elementary (1-3)
- Upper elementary (4-6)
- Complex Readers (7-12)
*Each newsletter is 2 pages.
Information on...
➡️ Early Life
➡️ Career
➡️ Interesting Facts
➡️ Influence
***Reading Comprehension Questions!***
These questions are differentiated and can be used with any reading passage about an influential female leader, making it ideal for close reading activities.
Features:
***Trifold***
How It Works:
Why Choose Our Template:
Perfect for classrooms celebrating Women's History Month and Hispanic Heritage Month, this Frida Kahlo Reading Passage + Research Report Template will inspire students to learn about and appreciate the incredible contributions of this Latina changemaker.
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
Women's History Month Biography Reading Comprehension Passages- Research Bundle
By Veronica Reyes
Are you looking for a way to ⭐️TEACH and INSPIRE⭐️ for Women's History Month?
These are your guide to teaching about influential Female Changemakers and their profound contributions to the world. Perfect for a project for Women's History Month! Designed especially for elementary school students, these kid-friendly biographical research newsletters bring you fun and informative snapshots, engaging stories, and interesting facts about female changemakers and their creative brilliance. All newsletters are biographical.
INCLUDED- Reading Comprehension Questions! Differentiated and can be used with any reading passage. Perfect for close reading!
This is a reading passage newsletter GROWING BUNDLE with-
- Misty Copeland
- Ruby Bridges
- Dr. Jane Goodall
- Maya Angelou
- Wangari Maathai
- Serena Williams
- Ruth Bader Ginsburg
- Harriet Tubman
- Simone Biles
- Mae Jemison
- Billie Holiday
- Dr. Jane Goodall
- Sonia Sotomayor
- Malala Yousafazi
- Frida Kahlo
- Rosa Parks
- Amelia Earhart
- Ellen Ochoa
-Dolores Huerta
-Frida Kahlo
...and many more to come
Ellen Ochoa Research Reading Comprehension Passage + Collaborative Art
By Veronica Reyes
This is a Informational Reading Passage AND Collaborative Art Project about Ellen Ochoa as an Latina Leader and a Female Changemaker. Students can use this as a jumping off point for a research project or as an activity for Women's History Month or Hispanic Heritage Month.
INCLUDED- Reading Comprehension Questions! Differentiated and can be used with any reading passage about an influential female leader. Perfect for close reading!
Information on...
- Early Life
- Career
- Interesting Facts
- Artistic Contributions/Influences
***Plus****
Ellen Ochoa Collaborative Mural Poster! Engage students as artists, inviting them to contribute to a larger masterpiece that pays tribute to the wisdom and resilience of Ellen Ochoa. This unique product transforms any space into a vibrant tapestry of collective expression, capturing the spirit of Ellen Ochoa's 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, Colored or B&W)
Frida Kahlo Research Reading Comprehension Passage + Collaborative Art
By Veronica Reyes
This is a Informational Reading Passage AND Collaborative Art Project about Frida Kahlo as an Latina Leader and a Female Changemaker. Students can use this as a jumping off point for a research project or as an activity for Women's History Month or Hispanic Heritage Month.
INCLUDED- Reading Comprehension Questions! Differentiated and can be used with any reading passage about an influential female leader. Perfect for close reading!
Information on...
- Early Life
- Career
- Interesting Facts
- Artistic Contributions/Influences
***Plus****
Frida Kahlo Collaborative Mural Poster! Engage students as artists, inviting them to contribute to a larger masterpiece that pays tribute to the wisdom and resilience of Frida Kahlo. This unique product transforms any space into a vibrant tapestry of collective expression, capturing the spirit of Frida Kahlo's 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, Colored or B&W)
Frida Kahlo Reading Comprehension + Trifold Research Template- Collaborative Art
By Veronica Reyes
Celebrate Women's History Month and Hispanic Heritage Month with this versatile informational reading passage, research report, and collaborative art project on Frida Kahlo, a Mexican Artist and Latina changemaker. Perfect for a research project or as an engaging classroom activity.
***Reading Passages***
DIFFERENTIATED LEVELS FOR ALL LEARNERS
- Early elementary (1-3)
- Upper elementary (4-6)
- Complex Readers (7-12)
*Each newsletter is 2 pages.
Information on...
➡️ Early Life
➡️ Career
➡️ Interesting Facts
➡️ Influence
***Reading Comprehension Questions!***
These questions are differentiated and can be used with any reading passage about an influential female leader, making it ideal for close reading activities.
Features:
***Trifold***
How It Works:
***Collaborative Mural Poster***
Habe students contribute to a larger masterpiece that honors the talent and resilience of Frida Kahlo. This unique product transforms any space into a vibrant tapestry of collective expression, capturing the spirit of Frida Kahlo's impactful life and words.
Pro-Tip To make a smaller puzzle, use your printer or copier's "combine" feature and print 2 pages on one sheet!
Two Sizes Available: 25 pieces or 36 pieces! (Includes both Color-Guide & BW versions)
Perfect for classrooms celebrating Women's History Month and Hispanic Heritage Month, this Frida Kahlo Reading Passage + Research Report Template + Collaborative will inspire students to learn about and appreciate the incredible contributions of this Latina changemaker.
P3: POWER OF PROPER PUNCTUATION [UNIT 3]
By Richard B Williams
This POWER OF PROPER PUNCTUATION [P3] UNIT 3 product highlights 4 PUNCTUATIONS. In this packet, you will find 70+ Pages, 4 Assignments, TASK CARDS/2-A-DAYS, multiple choice quizzes, answer keys, notes, Suggested Uses, and 2 PROJECTS. This product will lighten your load in covering some grammar in your classroom. 6 - 12th Graders will love The Angry Grammar Series because it'll make your class GREAT! Check it out!
PUNCTUATION FOCUS IN THIS PRODUCT:
1. The QUOTATION MARK
2. The APOSTROPHE
3. ITALICS
4. PARENTHESES
This Product Includes:
1. 4 practice worksheets
2. Easy to Comprehend PUNCTUATION Notes
3. TASK CARDS/2-A-DAYS
4. 4 Multiple Choice Quizzes and assignments
5. Suggested Uses
6. 2 MAJOR PROJECTS to make your classroom GREAT!
You may also appreciate:
P3: POWER OF PROPER PUNCTUATION [UNIT 1]
Using the Writing MANTRA [Teaching Paragraph Writing]
The Argument Document [T.A.D.]
S.A.T.T.T-ing [MNEMONIC GRAPHIC ORGANIZER]
Hey guys, I'm Richard Williams, The Angry Teacher. I've been teaching for 18+ Years , and have amassed quite a bit of knowledge to share. Please consider joining the Angry Teacher family; we'll enjoy having you in the fam!
FIND ME ON THESE SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS:
TheAngryTeacherBLOG
EMAIL LIST
Youtube
TeeSpring
TIKTOK
SUBSCRIBE to Youtube
Please consider checking out the other short story materials and resources in my store.
Also, guys, remember that leaving REVIEWS is a way that TeachShare gives you credit on products! So let's do it!
Thanks for stopping by!
P3: POWER OF PROPER PUNCTUATION [UNIT 2]
By Richard B Williams
This POWER OF PROPER PUNCTUATION [P3] UNIT 2 product highlights 5 PUNCTUATIONS. In this packet, you will find 70+ Pages, 4 Assignments, TASK CARDS/2-A-DAYS, multiple choice quizzes, answer keys, notes, Suggested Uses, and 2 PROJECTS. This product will lighten your load in covering some grammar in your classroom. 6 - 12th Graders will love The Angry Grammar Series because it'll make your class GREAT! Check it out!
PUNCTUATION FOCUS IN THIS PRODUCT:
1. The DASH
2. The HYPHEN
3. The QUESTION MARK
4. The EXCLAMATION MARK
This Product Includes:
1. 4 practice worksheets
2. Easy to Comprehend PUNCTUATION Notes
3. TASK CARDS/2-A-DAYS
4. 4 Multiple Choice Quizzes and assignments
5. Suggested Uses
6. 2 MAJOR PROJECTS to make your classroom GREAT!
You may also appreciate:
P3: POWER OF PROPER PUNCTUATION [UNIT 1]
Using the Writing MANTRA [Teaching Paragraph Writing]
The Argument Document [T.A.D.]
S.A.T.T.T-ing [MNEMONIC GRAPHIC ORGANIZER]
Hey guys, I'm Richard Williams, The Angry Teacher. I've been teaching for 18+ Years , and have amassed quite a bit of knowledge to share. Please consider joining the Angry Teacher family; we'll enjoy having you in the fam!
FIND ME ON THESE SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS:
TheAngryTeacherBLOG
EMAIL LIST
Youtube
TeeSpring
TIKTOK
SUBSCRIBE to Youtube
Please consider checking out the other short story materials and resources in my store.
Also, guys, remember that leaving REVIEWS is a way that TeachShare gives you credit on products! So let's do it!
Thanks for stopping by!
Hispanic Heritage Month Biographical Reading Passages & Research Growing Bundle
By Veronica Reyes
Hispanic Heritage and Latino/a Changemaker: Are you looking for a way to ⭐️TEACH and INSPIRE⭐️ during Hispanic Heritage Month?
These resources are a great resource to the vibrant world of Latino/a Changemakers and their profound contributions to the world. Perfect for a project to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month!
Designed and differentiated for all students, this kid-friendly research newsletter brings you fun and informative snapshots, engaging stories, and interesting facts about Latino/a changemakers and their creative brilliance. All newsletters are biographical.
This is a reading passage newsletter GROWING BUNDLE with-
- Sonia Sotomayor
- Frida Kahlo
- Dolores Huerta
- Roberto Clemente
- Ellen Ochoa
- César Chávez
- Lionel Messi
- Rigoberta Menchú
- Pelé
-Celia Cruz
...and many more to come!