Less than $5 7th Grade Close Reading Guided Reading Books (by date, latest first)

The Secret of Star Hill is an exciting graded reader for young learners aged 9–12. It is perfect for A2-level English students. The story follows Lena and Tom, two curious children who love adventure. One night, they ride their bikes up Star Hill and meet a friendly alien named Zuri. He needs help to fix his spaceship and return home. Together, the children and Zuri go on a journey through a dark forest and a scary cave.

This story teaches values like friendship, teamwork, and courage. It also helps children talk about feelings such as fear, surprise, and happiness. The book uses simple words and short sentences. It supports reading skills and builds confidence in English.

Beautiful cartoon-style illustrations bring the story to life. At the end, learners will enjoy fun activities to check understanding and use new words. The Secret of Star Hill is not just a story—it’s a great way to inspire young learners and show that helping others makes a big difference.

A great choice for class or home reading!

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The Lacemaker and the Princess by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley is a compelling piece of historical fiction that transports the readers back to the palace of Versailles at the end of the 18th century, before the French Revolution. The story revolves around a young girl who forges an unlikely friendship with Marie Antoinette's daughter, offering the readers a unique perspective of the political upheaval and the royal life during this period. This book is an excellent educational resource that can encourage students to engage deeply and empathetically with this crucial period in history.

This resource is an in depth look at The Lacemaker & the Princess by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley.

Included are

• Chapter summary worksheets

• Character reviews

• Vocabulary sheet

• Individual chapter questions (which can be used for notes or as a quiz)

• Quizes

  • Chapter 1-5

  • Chapter 6-10,

  • Chapter 11-15,

  • Chapter 16-20,

  • Chapter 21-25,

  • Chapter 26-29

• Test on the entire book

An informational writing unit and close reading activities about the terrorist attacks that took place on September 11th 2001. The bundle has four separate lessons and is perfect for students in fifth grade and sixth grade.

Included in the Informational Writing Unit:

• Four fact sheets which students need to cut out and sort into paragraphs
• Writing templates for four draft paragraphs
• A prompt sheet for students to write their introduction
• A template for students to write up their neat informational text
• A crossword & wordsearch to consolidate learning

Included in the Close Reading Activity:

• A teacher presentation to introduce the topic
• An informational text
• A comprehension activity with ten varied questions
• Two grammar questions about the text
• An extension writing activity
• A multiple choice quiz about the text
• An answer page for self-assessment or teacher use
• A crossword & wordsearch to consolidate learning
• A ready-made Easel activity perfect for distance learning

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This resource is great for:

• In class learning
• Independent work
• Homework
• Creative writing sessions
• Assessment practice
• Emergency sub plans

The close reading activity requires NO PREP; it has a body of text that students need to read through thoroughly; then they can use the text to find the comprehension and grammar answers. All texts then have an extension activity for those fast finishers and answers, for teacher use, are on the final page of the document. It also contains a multiple choice quiz, a crossword activity and a wordsearch puzzle to consolidate learning.

The Informational Writing Unit is split into three lessons. The first lesson is interactive and involves them cutting out facts, and then sorting these facts into paragraphs. In the second lesson the children need to use these facts to write four paragraphs. Then, in the final lesson your class will need to use the format provided to write an introduction for the text before checking their draft paragraphs for mistakes and writing up their work into a neat copy on the template provided.

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• Distance Learning Resources
• U.S. History Resources

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An informational writing unit and close reading activities about World War 2 that looks into the Holocaust, where six million Jewish people were murdered. The bundle focuses on key facts about the Holocaust, from the rise of Nazi Germany to the eventual liberation of the camps in 1945. The bundle has four separate lessons and is perfect for students in fifth grade and sixth grade.

Included in the Informational Writing Unit:

• Four fact sheets which students need to cut out and sort into paragraphs
• Writing templates for four draft paragraphs
• A prompt sheet for students to write their introduction
• A template for students to write up their neat informational text
• A crossword & wordsearch to consolidate learning

Included in the Close Reading Activity:

• A teacher presentation to introduce the topic
• An informational text
• A comprehension activity with ten varied questions
• Two grammar questions about the text
• An extension writing activity
• A multiple choice quiz about the text
• An answer page for self-assessment or teacher use
• A crossword & wordsearch to consolidate learning
• A ready-made Easel activity perfect for distance learning

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This resource is great for:

• In class learning
• Independent work
• Homework
• Creative writing sessions
• Assessment practice
• Emergency sub plans

The close reading activity requires NO PREP; it has a body of text that students need to read through thoroughly; then they can use the text to find the comprehension and grammar answers. All texts then have an extension activity for those fast finishers and answers, for teacher use, are on the final page of the document. It also contains a multiple choice quiz, a crossword activity and a wordsearch puzzle to consolidate learning.

The Informational Writing Unit is split into three lessons. The first lesson is interactive and involves them cutting out facts, and then sorting these facts into paragraphs. In the second lesson the children need to use these facts to write four paragraphs. Then, in the final lesson your class will need to use the format provided to write an introduction for the text before checking their draft paragraphs for mistakes and writing up their work into a neat copy on the template provided.

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For a digital version of this bundle that students can complete on tablets, phones and computers download the Holocaust Writing & Close Reading Bundle Digital & Print | 5th Grade & 6th Grade.

Other similar or relevant resources:

• Distance Learning Resources
• World War 2 Resources
• Other Resources about the Holocaust

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A close reading passage with a teacher presentation, comprehension and grammar questions, a multiple choice quiz, a crossword puzzle and a wordsearch about one of the people responsible for breaking the Enigma code during World War 2, Alan Turing.

The NO PREP informational text worksheets are perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. Students will learn key facts about the famous figure whilst working on their comprehension skills.

Included in this PDF printable resource:

• A teacher presentation to introduce the subject
• An informational text
• A comprehension activity with ten questions
• Two grammar questions about the text
• An extension writing activity
• A multiple choice quiz with seven questions
• An answer sheet for self-assessment or teacher use
• A crossword puzzle to consolidate learning
• A wordsearch puzzle
• An Easel activity for distance learning

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This resource is great for:

• In class learning
• Independent work
• Homework
• Guided reading sessions
• Assessment practice
• Reading interventions
• Emergency sub plans

The activity requires NO PREP; it has a body of text that students need to read through thoroughly; then they can use the text to find the comprehension and grammar answers. All texts then have an extension activity for those fast finishers and answers, for teacher use, are on the final page of the document.

For a digital version of this resource that students can complete on tablets, phones and computers download the Alan Turing Close Reading Activity | Digital & Print.

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• Distance Learning Resources
• World War I Resources
• World War II Resources

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A book with nine close reading activities that look at the American Civil War and key figures from the era. Each activity has an informational text with comprehension and grammar questions followed by an extension task, crossword puzzle and wordsearch activity. The NO PREP informational text activities are perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. The resources allow students to learn about the war whilst developing their comprehension skills.

This bundle contains the following activities:

• The American Civil War – A Brief Overview

• Abraham Lincoln

• Ulysses S. Grant

• William T. Sherman

• George Meade

• Frederick Douglass

• Jefferson Davis

• Robert E. Lee

• Stonewall Jackson

Included in each PDF printable resource:

• An informational text
• A comprehension activity with eight questions
• Two grammar questions about the text
• An extension writing activity
• An answer sheet for self-assessment or teacher use
• Each with a crossword puzzle and wordsearch activity
• A ready-made Easel activity perfect for distance learning

For digital version of this resource that can be completed on tablets, phones or computers check out the American Civil War Close Reading Bundle | Digital & Print.

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This resource is great for:

• In class learning
• Independent work
• Homework
• Guided reading sessions
• Assessment practice
• Reading interventions
• Emergency sub plans

The activity requires NO PREP; it has a body of text that students need to read through thoroughly; then they can use the text to find the comprehension and grammar answers. All texts then have an extension activity for those fast finishers and answers, for teacher use, are on the final page of the document.

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Time allowance to complete:

5 minutes - read through the text individually.

40 minutes - answer questions using the text as guidance (including extension activity)

15 minutes - Teacher and students go through the text and answers.

Other similar or relevant resources:

• Distance Learning Resources
• American Civil War Resources
• World History Resources

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A book with six close reading activities that look at key events and figures from the American Civil War. Each activity has an informational text with comprehension and grammar questions followed by an extension task, crossword puzzle and wordsearch activity. The NO PREP informational text activities are perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. The resources allow students to learn about the war whilst developing their comprehension skills.

This bundle contains the following activities:

• Outbreak of American Civil War

• American Civil War – A Brief Overview

• Emancipation Proclamation

• Battle of Gettysburg

• End of American Civil War & Lincoln Assassination

• Abraham Lincoln

Included in each PDF printable resource:

• An informational text
• A comprehension activity with eight questions
• Two grammar questions about the text
• An extension writing activity
• An answer sheet for self-assessment or teacher use
• Each with a crossword puzzle and wordsearch activity
• A ready-made Easel activity perfect for distance learning

For digital version of this resource that can be completed on tablets, phones or computers check out the American Civil War Close Reading Bundle | Digital & Print.

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This resource is great for:

• In class learning
• Independent work
• Homework
• Guided reading sessions
• Assessment practice
• Reading interventions
• Emergency sub plans

The activity requires NO PREP; it has a body of text that students need to read through thoroughly; then they can use the text to find the comprehension and grammar answers. All texts then have an extension activity for those fast finishers and answers, for teacher use, are on the final page of the document.

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Time allowance to complete:

5 minutes - read through the text individually.

40 minutes - answer questions using the text as guidance (including extension activity)

15 minutes - Teacher and students go through the text and answers.

Other similar or relevant resources:

• Distance Learning Resources
• American Civil War Resources
• World History Resources

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A World War 2 close reading activity book with six reading passages that look into six of the key leaders from World War II. Each activity has an informational text with comprehension and grammar questions, an extension task, a crossword puzzle and a wordsearch activity. The NO PREP reading comprehension worksheets are perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. Students will learn about key leaders whilst developing their comprehension skills.

This book contains the following close reading activities:

1 – Winston Churchill

2 – Adolf Hitler

3 – Franklin D. Roosevelt

4 – Benito Mussolini

5 – Joseph Stalin

6 – Hirohito

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Included in this PDF printable resource:

• Six informational texts
• Each with a comprehension activity with ten questions
• Each with grammar questions about the text
• Each with an extension writing activity
• Answer sheets for self-assessment or teacher use
• Ready-made Easel Activities perfect for distance learning

For a digital version of this resource that students can complete on tablets, phones and computers download my World War II Leaders Close Reading Bundle | Digital & Print**.**

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This resource is great for:

• In class learning
• Independent work
• Homework
• Guided reading sessions
• Assessment practice
• Reading interventions
• Emergency sub plans

The activity requires NO PREP; it has a body of text that students need to read through thoroughly; then they can use the text to find the comprehension and grammar answers. All texts then have an extension activity for those fast finishers and answers, for teacher use, are on the final page of the document.

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Time allowance to complete:

5 minutes - read through the text individually.

40 minutes - answer questions using the text as guidance (including extension activity)

15 minutes - Teacher and students go through the text and answers.

Other similar or relevant resources:

• Distance Learning Resources
• World War 2 Resources
• World History Resources

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A World War 2 close reading passage with a teacher presentation, comprehension and grammar questions, a multiple choice quiz, a crossword puzzle and a wordsearch about the Holocaust, where over six million Jewish people were murdered during World War II.

The NO PREP informational text worksheets are perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. Students will learn key facts about the Holocaust whilst working on their comprehension skills.

Included in this PDF printable resource:

• A teacher presentation to introduce the subject
• An informational text
• A comprehension activity with ten questions
• Two grammar questions about the text
• An extension writing activity
• A multiple choice quiz with seven questions
• An answer sheet for self-assessment or teacher use
• A crossword puzzle to consolidate learning
• A wordsearch puzzle
• An Easel activity for distance learning

For a Google Forms digital version of this resource that students can complete on tablets, phones and computers download the The Holocaust Close Reading Activity Digital & Print | 5th Grade & 6th Grade.

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This resource is great for:

• In class learning
• Independent work
• Homework
• Guided reading sessions
• Assessment practice
• Reading interventions
• Emergency sub plans

The activity requires NO PREP; it has a body of text that students need to read through thoroughly; then they can use the text to find the comprehension and grammar answers. All texts then have an extension activity for those fast finishers and answers, for teacher use, are on the final page of the document.

This document has been updated to cover the following standards: Define the Holocaust as the planned and systematic state-sponsored persecution and murder of European Jews by Nazi Germany and its collaborators between 1933 and 1945.

• Students will define antisemitism as prejudice against or hatred of the Jewish people.
• Students will recognize the Holocaust as history’s most extreme example of antisemitism.
• Students will identify examples of antisemitism (e.g., calling for, aiding, or justifying the killing or harming of Jews).

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Similar resources:

• World War II Collection Close Reading Activity Book
• Holocaust Informational Text Writing Unit
• Other resources about World War 2

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A close reading passage with a teacher presentation, comprehension and grammar questions, a multiple choice quiz, a crossword puzzle and a wordsearch about the terrorist attacks that took place on September 11th 2001.

The NO PREP informational text worksheets are perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. Students will learn key facts about the terrible attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon whilst working on their comprehension skills.

Included in this PDF printable resource:

• A teacher presentation to introduce the subject
• An informational text
• A comprehension activity with ten questions
• Two grammar questions about the text
• An extension writing activity
• A multiple choice quiz with seven questions
• An answer sheet for self-assessment or teacher use
• A crossword puzzle to consolidate learning
• A wordsearch puzzle
• An Easel activity for distance learning

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This resource is great for:

• In class learning
• Independent work
• Homework
• Guided reading sessions
• Assessment practice
• Reading interventions
• Emergency sub plans

The activity requires NO PREP; it has a body of text that students need to read through thoroughly; then they can use the text to find the comprehension and grammar answers. All texts then have an extension activity for those fast finishers and answers, for teacher use, are on the final page of the document.

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• Distance Learning Resources
• U.S. History Resources

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A First World War close reading activity book with six reading passages that timeline the war. Each worksheet has an informational text with comprehension and grammar questions, an extension task, a wordsearch activity and a crossword puzzle. The NO PREP reading comprehension activities are perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. Students will learn about key areas of World War 1 whilst developing their comprehension skills.

This book contains the following close reading activities:

1 – An Overview of World War I

2 – The Outbreak of World War I

3 – Trench Warfare in World War I

4 – The Battle of the Somme

5 – The United States Enters World War I

6 – The Treaty of Versailles

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Included in this PDF printable resource:

• Six informational texts
• Each with a comprehension activity with ten questions
• Each with grammar questions about the text
• Each with an extension writing activity
• Answer sheets for self-assessment or teacher use
• Six crossword puzzles and wordsearch activities
• Ready-made Easel Activities perfect for distance learning

For a digital version of this resource that students can complete on tablets, phones and computers download my World War I Close Reading Activity Bundle Digital & Print | 5th & 6th Grade**.**

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This resource is great for:

• In class learning
• Independent work
• Homework
• Guided reading sessions
• Assessment practice
• Reading interventions
• Emergency sub plans

The activity requires NO PREP; it has a body of text that students need to read through thoroughly; then they can use the text to find the comprehension and grammar answers. All texts then have an extension activity for those fast finishers and answers, for teacher use, are on the final page of the document.

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Time allowance to complete:

5 minutes - read through the text individually.

40 minutes - answer questions using the text as guidance (including extension activity)

15 minutes - Teacher and students go through the text and answers.

Other similar or relevant resources:

• Distance Learning Resources
• World War 1 Resources
• World History Resources

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