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By Miss Clever Cookie
Looking for an Easter-themed, engaging and informative reading comprehension activity? These reading passages are designed to help students practice **skim reading, summarizing **and comparing.
They are perfect for EFL / ESL students at the A1/A2 level and can also be used for native English classes at 3rd to 4th grade level. With low prep, just print and use. It contains 8 reading passages about Easter traditions in 8 different countries.
Each reading passage comes with 4 multiple-choice reading comprehension questions. Summarization questions are on a separate sheet of paper. Students use Venn diagrams (included) to compare any 2 of the 8 countries and to showcase the similarities and differences between the way they celebrate Easter.
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
♥ 8 reading passages (each with 4 multiple-choice questions)
♥ 8 sheets with summaries (students choose the best fitting one)
♥ a Venn diagram
♥ directions
♥ teacher answer key
THIS PRODUCT EXPLORES NEW YEAR TRADITIONS IN:
**☺ **USA
☺ Czech Republic
☺ Philippines
☺ Hungary
☺ Guatemala
☺ Sweden
☺ Greece
☺ Ethiopia
Options for use:
☻Independent Work
☻Pair Work
☻Sub plan
☻Stations
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New Year Around The World - Reading Comprehension Passages - EFL ESL - A1 - A2 level
By Miss Clever Cookie
Looking for a New Year-themed, engaging and informative reading comprehension activity? These reading passages are are designed to help students practice **skim reading, summarizing **and comparing.
They are perfect for EFL / ESL students at the A1/A2 level and can also be used for native English classes at 3rd to 4th grade level. With low prep, just print and use. It contains 8 reading passages about New Year traditions in 8 different countries.
Each reading passage comes with 4 multiple-choice reading comprehension questions. Summarization questions are on a separate sheet of paper. Students use Venn diagrams (included) to compare any 2 of the 8 countries and to showcase the similarities and differences between the way they celebrate New Year.
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
♥ 8 reading passages (each with 4 multiple-choice questions)
♥ 8 sheets with summaries (students choose the best fitting one)
♥ a Venn diagram
♥ directions
♥ teacher answer key
THIS PRODUCT EXPLORES NEW YEAR TRADITIONS IN:
**☺ **USA
☺ China
☺ Thailand
☺ Ethiopia
☺ India
☺ Iran
☺ Denmark
☺ Russia
Options for use:
☻Independent Work
☻Pair Work
☻Sub plan
☻Stations
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3rd grade main idea and supporting details passages main idea short passages WH
By Modz by Laila
This product is a bundle of high interest reading comprehension passages with WH questions, focusing on vocabulary and main idea.
The passages are themed around popular topics like YouTube, Sports Super Heroes and Video Games to engage even the most disinterested learners. This printable worksheet resource includes passages on:
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Teachers can use these in 3rd-5th grade Special Education classrooms to engage students who are not typically interested in reading. After reading the passages to the students, teachers can work with students to answer questions about topics they love, providing motivation and excitement for learning!
Using these passages in my classroom have given my student's the opportunity to share their background knowledge and actually feel like they are experts on a topic we are reading about!
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Basketball Special Education reading passages and questions WH Questions 2nd- 4
By Modz by Laila
This resource includes comprehension passages about famous athletes such as Tom Brady, Michael Jordan, Steph Curry, and more. The passages are accompanied by basic WH questions and vocabulary questions, making it a great tool for improving students' reading comprehension skills.
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Instructions/Tips for Implementation
This resource can be implemented during small group instruction or as independent center activities for higher-level readers. Read the passages aloud to students and have them answer the accompanying questions to enhance their understanding.
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Informational Text Structure Mastery Bundle Middle School
By TooBookedUp
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.
3 Hands on Text Structure Sorts & Coloring Activities for Kinesthetic Learners
By TooBookedUp
Identifying text structure can be tricky, but this interactive and hands-on sort makes practice engaging, particularly because the topics are relevant for middle school students. This set includes sports, video games, and social media topics, students will enjoy reading through each prompt and moving the pieces to the correct spot on the gameboard. For low prep, teachers can choose to avoid cutting out the pieces for the gameboard and opt for students to follow the coloring guide to sort through the prompts.
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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!
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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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December Holidays Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passages Bundle: Cyber Monday
By True Line Texts
Boost your classroom’s reading comprehension skills with this Ultimate Holiday & Seasonal Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passages Bundle! This comprehensive bundle includes 32 engaging, themed passages perfect for Kindergarten to 2nd grade students. Each passage is paired with thought-provoking questions to assess comprehension and enhance critical thinking. With topics ranging from Kwanzaa and Thanksgiving to Winter Holidays, Human Rights, Food, Landforms, and much more, your students will enjoy learning about a wide variety of subjects.
This bundle is perfect for teaching students about diverse cultures, historical events, holiday traditions, and essential topics like cybersecurity, marketing, and animal rights. Ideal for use throughout the year, the passages also cover winter, fall, and other key seasons. Perfect for classroom activities, assessments, and independent practice!
Key Features:
Enhance your classroom with this versatile bundle, which helps your students connect with the world around them through fun and informative passages. Perfect for creating engaging lesson plans, holiday-themed activities, or year-round practice!
Tags: Kwanzaa, Thanksgiving, Winter Holidays, Diversity, Human Rights, Food, Marketing, Reading Comprehension, Holiday Activities, Teaching Bundle, K-2 Literacy, Seasonal Reading, Classroom Activities
Human Rights Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passage and Questions | Diversity
By True Line Texts
Engage your students in meaningful discussions with this Human Rights Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passage and Questions resource. Perfect for Universal Human Rights Month, this product is designed to foster critical thinking and awareness about human rights issues.
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This resource is not just for Universal Human Rights Month! It’s also suitable for integrating into lessons on social studies, global awareness, or diversity and inclusion at any time of the year.
Help your students understand the importance of human rights and inspire them to think critically about how they can make a difference in the world. This engaging and versatile product will make a great addition to your classroom resources.
Kwanzaa Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passage and Questions | Winter Holidays
By True Line Texts
Enhance your students' understanding of Kwanzaa with this engaging Kwanzaa Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passage and Questions resource! Perfect for the classroom, this product provides a detailed nonfiction passage that introduces the history, principles, and traditions of Kwanzaa.
Accompanied by six thought-provoking questions, this resource encourages meaningful discussions and helps students develop critical thinking skills.
Whether used for group activities, classroom discussions, or individual assessments, this two-page PDF is designed to captivate young learners while meeting educational standards.
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This versatile resource is excellent for celebrating Kwanzaa while also incorporating themes of diversity and cultural awareness. Download now to provide your students with a meaningful and educational learning experience!
United Arab Emirates Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passage and Questions, UAE
By True Line Texts
Celebrate UAE Day with this engaging and educational Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passage and Questions! Designed for Kindergarten to Second Grade students, this 2-page resource features a captivating passage about the United Arab Emirates and its significance. It is perfect for classroom discussions and individual assessments.
This resource includes six thought-provoking questions to assess student comprehension and foster critical thinking. It is ideal for use during UAE National Day celebrations, but can also be used to enrich cultural studies throughout the year.
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Perfect for teachers looking to incorporate cultural lessons into their curriculum or for activities related to UAE Day. Download now and bring the world of the UAE to your classroom!
AIDS Awareness Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passage and Questions, HIV virus
By True Line Texts
Promote education and awareness with this AIDS Awareness Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passage and Questions, designed for World AIDS Day and to discuss the HIV virus. This resource is perfect for fostering meaningful classroom discussions and individual learning.
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This versatile resource is ideal for:
Make this engaging and educational resource part of your classroom toolkit to teach students about the importance of understanding AIDS, fostering compassion, and encouraging prevention.
Keywords: AIDS Awareness, HIV virus, World AIDS Day, Reading Comprehension, Classroom Activities, Health Education, Science Lessons.
Pearl Harbor Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passage and Questions | World War
By True Line Texts
This Pearl Harbor Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passage & Questions resource is perfect for Pearl Harbor Day or history lessons. This 2-page PDF includes a detailed passage about the events of Pearl Harbor, followed by six thought-provoking questions designed to assess comprehension and spark classroom discussions. Ideal for individual assessments or group work, this resource helps students understand the significance of Pearl Harbor and its impact on American history.
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This product is not only great for Pearl Harbor Day but can also be used as part of any history or national remembrance lesson. Add this valuable resource to your collection today!
Thanksgiving Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passage and Questions | Thankful
By True Line Texts
Engage your students this Thanksgiving with our Thanksgiving Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passage and Questions! This resource features a captivating 2-page nonfiction passage designed to spark curiosity and learning about the Thanksgiving holiday. Paired with six thought-provoking questions, it encourages deep comprehension and critical thinking, making it perfect for classroom discussions, independent practice, or assessments.
Sized at 8.5x11 inches, this printable PDF is easy to use and ready to go, saving you prep time while providing meaningful content for your students.
Whether you're teaching a lesson on Thanksgiving traditions, history, or gratitude, this resource is an excellent addition to your November classroom activities. Ideal for teachers of Grades K-2, this activity promotes literacy and thoughtful engagement.
Keywords: Thanksgiving reading comprehension, nonfiction passage, Thanksgiving classroom activities, Thanksgiving worksheets, Thanksgiving lessons, comprehension questions, K-2 literacy activities.
Black Friday Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passage and Questions | Marketing
By True Line Texts
Engage your students with this Black Friday Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passage and Questions! Perfect for K-2 classrooms, this two-page activity offers a detailed nonfiction passage about Black Friday, followed by six thought-provoking questions to assess student comprehension. Designed for both individual assessments and classroom discussions, this resource helps develop essential reading skills while tying in a fun, holiday-themed topic.
Ideal for Black Friday lessons or any unit about holidays or shopping traditions, this printable activity is a great addition to your classroom. The two-page PDF (8.5x11 inches) is easy to print and includes everything you need to enhance your students' reading comprehension. Use it for class discussions, group work, or as an independent reading assignment.
What’s included:
Perfect for holiday-themed lessons, this resource is also suitable for any time of year when teaching about events and traditions. Add this engaging reading activity to your lesson plans today!
Cyber Monday Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passage and Questions | Marketing
By True Line Texts
Engage your students this Cyber Monday with an educational and thought-provoking activity! This Cyber Monday Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passage and Questions resource is perfect for young readers eager to learn about one of the biggest shopping events of the year.
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This resource is designed specifically for Cyber Monday but is versatile enough to use year-round when teaching about online shopping, marketing, or modern holidays.
Add this engaging resource to your lesson plan today and make learning about current events interactive and enjoyable!
Fruitcake Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passage and Questions | Food
By True Line Texts
Celebrate Fruitcake Day with this engaging nonfiction reading comprehension passage and questions! Perfect for classroom discussions and individual assessments, this resource includes a 2-page passage all about the history and significance of fruitcake, followed by six thought-provoking questions designed to assess students' understanding.
Sized at 8.5x11 inches, this easy-to-use activity is perfect for Kindergarten through 2nd-grade students, offering a fun way to enhance reading comprehension skills while learning about this unique tradition. Whether you're teaching about Fruitcake Day or simply looking for a seasonal classroom activity, this resource is a great addition to your lesson plans.
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Perfect for seasonal celebrations or as a fun way to explore nonfiction reading, grab this Fruitcake Day activity today to enrich your students' learning experience!
Candy Cane Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passage and Questions | Winter
By True Line Texts
Bring the festive charm of the season into your classroom with this Candy Cane Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passage and Questions! Perfect for Candy Cane Day and winter-themed lessons, this engaging resource is designed to captivate young readers while enhancing their comprehension skills.
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Why You’ll Love It:
✨ Use this resource for Candy Cane Day celebrations, winter activities, or as part of a holiday-themed lesson plan. It’s a wonderful way to keep students engaged while teaching them about a beloved holiday tradition.
Give your students the gift of learning with this fun and festive resource!