Less than $5 8th Grade Reading Activities

Looking to transport your students to other worlds while teaching core literary elements? This Science Fiction Elements Lesson Plan is out of this world! Packed with engaging guided notes, multimedia activities, and text-based analysis, this resource is perfect for teaching the key components of science fiction.

Whether you're exploring futuristic technology, time travel, or alien encounters, this lesson will help your students boldly go where they've never gone before in their understanding of science fiction.

What's Inside?

✅ Detailed Slides breaking down the elements of science fiction:

• Futuristic Technology
• Space Exploration
• Time Travel
• Alien Life
• Parallel Universes

✅ Guided Notes to help students follow along and actively participate in the lesson.

✅ Multimedia Analysis: Includes practice with the Avengers: Endgame trailer to identify sci-fi elements in a fun and interactive way.

✅ Text-Based Practice: Excerpts from A Wrinkle in Time, Ender's Game, The Last Human, and The Wild Robot for in-depth analysis.

Suggested Uses:

Introduction to Science Fiction: Kick off your sci-fi unit with an engaging overview of the genre.
Genre Review: Perfect for reinforcing science fiction concepts and elements.
Cross-Subject Application: Use the multimedia elements to blend ELA with film analysis.

Benefits:

• Student Engagement: Combines multimedia, guided notes, and engaging excerpts to keep students focused and excited.
• Critical Thinking: Challenges students to think deeply about the core elements of science fiction and how they influence stories.
• Versatility: Can be used in ELA classes or as a cross-curricular lesson to explore both literature and film.
• Easy to Implement: Ready-to-use slides, notes, and assessments save you time and prep work.

Prepare your students for intergalactic learning adventures with this comprehensive science fiction lesson plan that will have them mastering literary elements faster than light speed!

Learning new vocabulary doesn't have to be a dry and boring task! This engaging "Donut Delight" activity sheet transforms vocabulary exploration into a fun and interactive experience for your students.

What's Included?
OPTION #1: Fillable Donut Template: This printable features a delicious-looking donut with designated sections for students to record:

• Word
• Synonym
• Antonym
• Definition

OPTION #2: Cut-and-Paste Option: An additional sheet provides a donut outline that students can cut out and decorate.

Mettry's Tip:

• Laminate the completed donut sheets for durability and create a classroom vocabulary word wall. This allows for collaborative vocabulary exploration and reinforcement.
• Use the donut sheets as a springboard for class discussions about synonyms, antonyms, and sentence construction.
• Compile the completed donut sheets throughout the year to create a personalized vocabulary booklet for each student.

⭐Practice Alert: Synonyms & Antonyms Robot Sheet⭐

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Looking for a fun and functional way to keep students motivated to read? These Reading Log Bookmarks are just what you need! Designed for upper elementary through high school, these printable bookmark templates double as a creative reading challenge tool, helping students track their reading progress in a visually appealing and convenient format.

Bookmarks include space for:

• Tracking book titles
• Recording start and finish dates

These printable bookmarks are ideal for classrooms, libraries, or homeschool settings. Students can use them as part of a reading challenge or simply to stay organized with their independent reading.

What's Included:

• 6 engaging printable bookmark templates
• Black-and-white designs for easy printing and optional student coloring
• Suitable for grades 4–12

Why You'll Love This Resource:

• Easy to print and use—no prep required!
• Encourages accountability and goal-setting in students' reading habits
• Versatile for individual use or as part of a class-wide reading challenge

Whether you're a teacher, librarian, or parent, these Reading Log Bookmarks will inspire students to stay on top of their reading and make progress toward their goals.

Tip: Print on heavier paper for longevity!

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Perfect touch of holiday spirit to motivate your students to complete their I-Ready Lessons.

PDF includes:

Half page per student (must cut)

10 Christmas Trees for math lessons

7 stockings for reading lessons

Students color one graphic per lesson complete with at least 75%.

Easy and helps to create accountability. Use them weekly or as students fill them up.

Embark on a captivating journey to discover the essence of Thai language with our set of 90 Flashcards. Dive into the vibrant world of Thai vocabulary, organized into three engaging categories: fruits and vegetables, delicious foods, and fascinating animals. Each flashcard is thoughtfully designed to enhance your learning experience, making it an enjoyable and effective way to explore the richness of the Thai language.

Studying The Adventures of Tom Sawyer? Are students having problems with some of the vocabulary words? Then this product is for you! Includes a vocabulary list and quiz for each list based on chapters. Great to help students with vocabulary words as they read the text!

Includes:

• Vocabulary list and quiz for Chapters 1-5
• Vocabulary list and quiz for Chapters 6-12
• Vocabulary list and quiz for Chapters 13-21
• Vocabulary list and quiz for chapters 22-30
• Vocabulary list and quiz for chapters 31-Conclusion
• Answer Key
• 20- 25 words per list/ per quiz
• Quotes from the novel so that students may use context clues
• Answer Key included
• 42 pages of content

Not grade specific/Excellent for ALL grades!

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Graphic Organizer will help students think and write about how peer pressure plays an important role in the lives or characters. The graphic organizer can be used for any book (and is not book specific). They will identify and analyze how one negative influence of peer pressure led the character to detrimental consequences and how one positive influence of peer pressure proved to be an asset in the character’s life.

Great scaffolding tool to help students gather and organize information.

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This Birds vocabulary word search worksheet for learning vocabulary is an engaging literacy activity!

The puzzle includes 10 different words to find! Word search puzzles practice worksheets are perfect for a lot of activities like word work, morning tubs, small groups, independent practice, substitute work, or homework.

With its letter size and beautifully simple design, your students or kids will love reading and finding the words with this fun word search activity.

Your children can use highlighters, crayons, colored pencils, or markers to find each word - You can just use pencils to be able to use them another time!

This worksheet includes:

• 10 Birds names to find
• 2 PDF pages ( The Puzzle & the Answer Keys )
• 2 PNGs ( The Puzzle & the Answer Keys )

Make Valentine's Day fun with these engaging, hands-on Valentine's Day activities! This packet includes 14 pages of templates and their perfect for exploring and building creativity. It is great for multiple ages. Quick and easy setup, plus clear student directions make these Valentine's Day activities perfect for centers or substitute days, too!

Lead your students in discovering the world of Valentine's Day fun using coloring, word unscrambling, mazes, word searches, find the difference, crossword puzzles, riddles, finish the drawings, and picture search. Students will love exploring together by using their critical & problem solving skills through these fun Valentine's Day activities, and won't even realize how much they're learning! Have fun!

Here's what you'll get:

• 1 Valentine booklet name cover
• 1 maze plus Valentine's Day riddles
• 1 word search
• I Valentine word scramble
• 1 Valentine crossword puzzle
• 1 Valentine picture search
• 1 Can You Spot the Difference Valentine activity
• 1 Finish the Valentine drawing
• 4 Valentine's Day coloring sheets

Your students will love doing all of these Valentine's Day activities with a variety of common classroom materials. They'll be concentrating in their seats, engaged, and exploring various Valentine's Day activities.

These Valentine's Day activities use materials readily available in most classrooms and homes and includes 27 Christmas unicorn activities to complete. It can be printed in black and white or color. You will need crayons, markers, and pencils.

Prep is quick and easy... Just print the student pages, gather the materials listed, and you're ready for a fun and engaging class! Great for prek to 6th grade or a little older for children with special needs! Mainly for 2nd-6th because of the reading and writing. The coloring, drawing, and finding the difference pages can be done with the littler ones. Adults can enjoy some of these activities at parties too or work.

Staple as a booklet or you can also just print and use as one time worksheets or save them by using a pocket protector for some activities.

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Looking for an engaging and informative reading comprehension activity on the topic of school systems in the USA and the UK? These reading passages are are designed to help students practice **skim reading, summarizing **and comparing.

They are perfect for EFL / ESL students at the B1/B2 level and can also be used for native English classes at 7rd to 9th grade level. With low prep, just print and use. It contains 2 reading passages about the school systems in the States and the United Kingdom.

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 the 2 countries or to compare and contrast the system in the US or the UK with any other country.

WHAT’S INCLUDED:

♥ 2 reading passages (each with 4 multiple-choice questions)

♥ 1 sheet with summaries (2 per page - students choose the best fitting summary)

♥ 2 Venn diagrams (USA vs UK and a universal one)

♥ directions

♥ teacher answer key

Options for use:

☻Independent Work

☻Pair Work

☻Sub plan

☻Stations

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Unlock the power of inferencing with this comprehensive resource pack tailored for middle and high school students. Dive into the world of critical thinking and analysis with 19 unique files, carefully curated to enhance inferencing skills across various mediums.

Delve into captivating texts with a selection of short stories and poems, including "The Chaser," "Rose from the Concrete," "Rolling in the Deep," and "Cry me a River." Each file comes with detailed summaries and thought-provoking questions to stimulate deep comprehension and inferencing abilities.

Equip your students with the tools they need to excel in inferencing with supplementary materials, such as checking account statements for real-world application and a list of words describing tone to aid in textual analysis.

Explore the intricacies of inferencing through engaging activities, including an Inferencing Lesson with 26 slides designed for both group instruction and individual practice. With meticulously crafted lessons, students will develop a keen eye for detail and learn to draw insightful conclusions from diverse sources.

Unleash the power of music, poetry, literature, and more as students analyze and infer meaning through a variety of mediums. Whether used for group lessons, individual practice, or assessments, this resource pack provides all the materials you need for rapid inferencing success.

Plus, with answer keys included for all activities, you can streamline your grading process and focus on what matters most: empowering your students to become master inferencers. Elevate your teaching and transform your classroom into a hub of critical thinking and discovery with this inferencing activity!

Discover a world of reading through our engaging book review platform! Students can dive into captivating stories, share their thoughts on what they've read, discuss their favorite parts, and rate the books they love. Unlock the magic of literature and connect with fellow bookworms, exchanging ideas and recommendations. Whether you're seeking thrilling adventures, heartwarming tales, or mind-bending mysteries, our platform is the perfect space to express your opinions and uncover hidden literary gems.

 Join the community of young readers and embark on a journey of knowledge and imagination!

Character traits and analysis fun!

Have some outdoor fun (or use butcher paper for indoors) with sidewalk novel characters! Students choose a character from their novels then do body outlines with sidewalk chalk. Fill these with physical and character traits from quotes within the novel...full directions for implementing and making a competitive game. Can be used with all ages and novels. Excellent for comprehension and assessment.

Introducing our Asian American & Pacific Islanders Heritage Month Bulletin Reading Comprehension Passage Activities Printable! This comprehensive resource celebrates the rich heritage and contributions of the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community during Heritage Month and beyond.
Included in this bulletin are engaging reading passages that highlight the diverse cultures, traditions, and achievements of the AAPI community. These passages are accompanied by a variety of interactive activities designed to enhance comprehension and learning.

Product features:

• Reading comprehension questions that encourage critical thinking and comprehension skills.
• Multiple-choice questions that assess knowledge of key concepts and details related to AAPI heritage.
• Fill-in-the-blank exercises that reinforce vocabulary and important facts about the AAPI community.

Additionally, this bulletin contains detailed answer keys for all activities, making it easy for educators and learners to check their understanding and track progress.

Whether you're celebrating Asian American & Pacific Islanders Heritage Month in the classroom, at home, or in the community, our printable resource is a valuable tool for learning about and honoring the rich cultural heritage of the AAPI community. Let's celebrate diversity and promote cultural understanding with our comprehensive bulletin!

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• Great for kids, boys and girls

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Get your students excited about learning with this engaging Text Quest on the rise of reggaetón! This high-interest reading comprehension activity explores the origins and global impact of reggaetón, a genre that has captivated millions worldwide. Your students will practice close reading, critical thinking, and cultural analysis as they dive into reggaetón's fascinating journey from the streets of Panama and Puerto Rico to international fame.

This resource includes:  

✅ A 600-word reading passage on the history of reggaetón (written in English)  

✅ 4 interactive challenge activities (multiple-choice, matching, true/false, and sequencing)  

✅ 2 engaging writing activities   

✅ Answer keys for all challenge activities  

✅ Teacher instructions with implementation tips and activity options

This no-prep, flexible resource is perfect for:

✳️ **Substitute lesson plans:** An engaging, independent lesson that keeps students focused.  

✳️ **Pre-break or holiday lessons:** A high-interest activity to maintain engagement before a break.  

✳️ **Cultural enrichment:** Help students explore the influence of Latin music and the cultural significance of reggaetón.  

✳️ **Reading comprehension practice:** A fun and dynamic way to reinforce reading and writing skills while connecting to real-world topics.

Best of all, your students will explore a meaningful cultural topic while sharpening their comprehension skills and making connections to modern music. Whether used as a one-day text quest or part of a larger music or cultural unit, this activity will motivate and inspire your students!

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Students will be identifying if the adjectives in the sentence are coordinate or cumulative. Then if they have identified the adjectives as coordinate, they will then add the commas to where they are needed.

This would be a great product for practice or even a quick assessment.

I hope you enjoy it. Please rate and review.

This WebQuest includes 15 questions with individual links for students to explore to find the answer to the question.

Includes a comprehensive answer key.

Written at a 9th grade level, suitable for many different grades

Vous souhaitez faire une dégustation de livres avec vos élèves ?

Ce document contient une feuille de travail de style napperon 11 x 17 que vos élèves pourront utiliser lors d'une dégustation de livres! Il les invite à collecter des informations et à évaluer une série de livres.

Je fournis un description de la tâche et le mode d'emploi. J'inclus les instructions d'impression!

Ce document a un napperon en anglais et en français.

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Wanting to do a book tasting with your students?

This document contains a 11 x 17 placemat-style worksheet for your students to use during a book tasting! It prompts them to collect information and to rate a series of books.

I provide the run-down and the how-to, to take the guesswork out of it. I include printing instructions!

This document has both an English and a French placemat.

This story is also available as part of an eight story ebook, "Young Voices: Eight Short Stories of Courage & Resilience."

In the wake of the 9/11 tragedy, two seventh graders, Alex and Sarah, display remarkable resilience by choosing to help at their local community center instead of attending school. Through this experience, they learn valuable lessons about community, empathy, and the human capacity to overcome adversity. Alex finds solace in drawing, capturing the emotions around him, while Sarah uses storytelling to comfort younger children. Their actions not only aid in their personal coping but also bring hope to those around them. This story is a poignant exploration of young people finding strength and unity in the face of unspeakable tragedy.

There are thought provoking questions (and suggested answers) at the end of the story.

General Learning Objectives for Deep by Design stories:

Understanding Conflict: The material offers insights into the dynamics of territorial conflicts and their ramifications for those caught in the crossfire.

Effects of War or Conflict on Youth: The content underlines the deep-seated impact of hostilities on the mental and physical health of children and adolescents.

Resilience and Hope: Through character experiences, the narrative highlights the human capacity for endurance and the quest for collective healing amidst adversity.

Cultural Insight: The text provides a window into the complexities of a region's culture and the intense obstacles its inhabitants endure.

Human Rights: The narrative serves as a primer for dialogues concerning the safeguarding of civilians and the enforcement of human rights in times of strife.

Peacebuilding: The book promotes an investigation into the adoption of nonviolent strategies for mitigating disputes and fostering reconciliation at the community level.

This is a 57-page set of worksheets for the story "Holes" by Louis Sachar. I divided the book into 11 sections of four or five chapters each. For each section of four or five chapters, there are two worksheets: * multiple choice questions * short answer questions There are also numerous worksheets and activities in this novel study: * review questions (two pages) * vocabulary (six pages) * story review * story reflection * story elements * summaries * author study * "w" questions * illustrations * story map * point of view * character analysis * character sketches * story analysis * compare and contrast * quotations * comic strip * book design * news report * interviews * scrambled sentences * crossword puzzle * fallen phrases * word search There is also an answer key included at the end of the file. Worksheets for novels and chapter books: Betty G. Birney: The World according to Humphrey Andrew Clements: Frindle Roald Dahl: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Roald Dahl: Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator Roald Dahl: Danny the Champion of the World Roald Dahl: James and the Giant Peach Roald Dahl: Matilda Roald Dahl: The BFG Kate DiCamillo: Leroy Ninker Saddles Up Kate DiCamillo: The Tale of Despereaux Astrid Lindgren: Pippi Longstocking Lois Lowry: Number the Stars Patricia MacLachlan: Sarah, Plain and Tall Patricia MacLachlan: Skylark Phyllis Reynolds Naylor: Shiloh Scott O’Dell: Island of the Blue Dolphins Veronica Roth: Divergent J. K. Rowling: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone J. K. Rowling: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets J. K. Rowling: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban J. K. Rowling: Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire Louis Sachar: Holes Armstrong Sperry: Call It Courage Mark Twain: Adventures of Huckleberry Finn E. B. White: Charlotte’s Web E. B. White: Stuart Little Laura Ingalls Wilder: Little House in the Big Woods