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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

These Animals A-Z Reading Comprehension Passages are a captivating educational resource that will engage young minds while improving their reading skills and knowledge about animals.

The passages are carefully crafted to align with the reading abilities and interests of grade 2 and 3 students, but they are also accessible to grade 1 learners who are developing their reading skills. Likewise, grade 4 students can benefit from the passages as they reinforce comprehension strategies and expand their knowledge base.

Accompanying each passage is a main idea question that challenges readers to identify the central theme or message of the text. There is also a set of multiple-choice questions that test comprehension and understanding and answer keys.

The animals in the passages include:

• Armadillo
• Baboon
• Camel
• Dolphin
• Elephant
• Frog
• Gecko
• Hippopotamus
• Iguana
• Jackal
• Koala
• Lobster
• Meerkat
• Narwhal
• Octopus
• Porcupine
• Quokka
• Reindeer
• Sloth
• Turkey
• Urchin
• Vulture
• Warthog
• X-Ray fish
• Yellowfin Tuna
• Zebra

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❤️Looking for engaging March resources for your classroom? This growing bundle, with differentiated activities, is the perfect way for your students to celebrate the month March, while practicing math, literacy, social studies, science, fine motor, and art skills!

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St. Patrick's Day:

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Women's History:

☑ Women's History - Posters

☑ Women's History - Coloring Pages

☑ Women's History - Writing Crafts

☑ Women's History - Puzzles

☑ Women's History - Worksheets, Biographies, Flashcards

☑ Women's History - Reading Comprehension: Set 1

☑ Women's History - Reading Comprehension: Set 2

Spring:

☑ Spring - CVC Beginning Letter Sounds

☑ Spring - CVC Middle Letter Sounds

☑ Spring - CVC Ending Letter Sounds

☑ Spring - Counting to 20

☑ Spring - Telling Time

☑ Spring - Literacy Task Cards

☑ Spring - Vocabulary Coloring Pages

☑ Spring - Bingo

☑ Spring - Play Mat Activities

Boom Cards:

☑ Spring - Completing Patterns

☑ Spring - Colors & Color Words

☑ Spring - Telling Time

☑ Spring - Earth Day Activities

☑ Spring - Measuring Weight - Lighter Objects

☑ Spring - Measuring Weight - Heavier Objects

☑ Spring - Measuring Height with Cubes

☑ Spring - Measuring Length with Cubes

☑ Spring - Counting Objects to 20

☑ Spring - Counting Objects to 20 with Number Words

☑ Spring - Ten Frames to 20

☑ Spring - Skip Counting by 2s

☑ Spring - Skip Counting by 5s

☑ Spring - Skip Counting by 10s

Bugs & Insects:

☑ Bug & Insects - Worksheets

Plants:

☑ Parts of a Plant - Posters, Charts & Flashcards

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Patriot Day: A Comprehensive Reading Worksheet for 4th Graders
Engage your students in learning about an important day in U.S. history with this Patriot Day Reading Comprehension Worksheet, designed specifically for 4th-6th grade students. This 8.5x11in size reading resource offers an age-appropriate explanation of Patriot Day and the events of September 11, 2001, while promoting understanding of themes like courage, unity, and kindness.

The worksheet includes:

• A detailed, easy-to-understand article about Patriot Day and the events of 9/11.
• 6 open-ended questions to encourage critical thinking and discussion.
• 6 multiple-choice questions to assess reading comprehension.
• Full answer key for both question types.

Perfect for use in social studies or history lessons, this resource can be used for in-class activities, homework, or as part of a larger unit on national holidays and historical events. With this engaging worksheet, your students will deepen their knowledge of Patriot Day while practicing reading and comprehension skills.

Key Features:

• 4th-6th grade reading level
• Focus on the historical significance of Patriot Day
• Supports literacy and critical thinking
• Printable and ready to use

This worksheet is a great addition to your classroom or homeschool curriculum, providing both education and reflection on a pivotal moment in American history.

This bundle of reading comprehension passages with interesting questions covers all the cool things about jungle, aquatic, insects, and desert animals. Did you know that snow can be pink? Or that ice cream was invented 500 years ago and was only available to the rich and privileged? Grab this bundle of 40 animal-themed reading comprehension worksheets with questions to learn more!

This resource includes:

   ✏ 10 jungle & rainforest-themed worksheets

   ✏ 10 desert animal-themed worksheets

   ✏ 10 aquatic animal-themed worksheets

   ✏ 10 insects & bug-themed worksheets

   ✏ All answer key cards

   ✏ No prep! Simply print and distribute

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   ✏ Reading Comprehension Passages & Questions 3rd & 4th Grade | Four Seasons BUNDLE

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Yellowjackets sting! Have you had students get stung on the playground!? This is great science informational reading about Yellow Jackets. It was written after several of my students were stung on the playground. It answers questions they might have and gives them insight as to why this wasp might sting. Also included are three graphic organizers for independent follow-up work.

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Our 6th Grade Photography Reading Comprehension Passages & Questions with Answers solve the challenge of introducing students to the art and science of photography in an engaging way. With topics like Ansel Adams, Photography Terms, Taking Pictures, Food Photography, and Choosing a Camera, this resource enhances reading skills while fostering creativity and interest in photography. Perfect for classroom or home learning, it encourages students to explore photography concepts through thought-provoking questions.

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• Ansel Adams
• Photography Terms
• Photography Animals
• Taking Pictures
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• Choosing a Camera.

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Bookmarks | Reading Strategies Bookmarks | Reading Comprehension Strategies and Skills Interactive Bookmarks | Reading Comprehension

Bookmarks, Reading Comprehension Strategies and Skills Interactive Bookmarks

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☆ Reading Strategies Bookmarks

☆ File Format: PDF Zip File

☆ Excellent for any grade or subject!

This resource includes:

☆ 12 Reading Strategy Bookmarks

Enhance your students’ reading comprehension with Reading Strategy Bookmarks! This set includes 10 attractive bookmarks, each featuring sentence stems aligned with essential reading strategies, such as predicting, visualizing, and summarizing. These bookmarks serve as handy tools to stimulate thinking, increase comprehension, and actively engage students in reading and discussion. The sentence stems can also be used to support students’ writing, making them versatile for various activities. Perfect for any text, these bookmarks help students develop deeper understanding and become more confident readers. Great for use during independent reading, group work, or homework assignments!

You can print on gloss or photo paper and laminate for optimal quality!

Distribution Idea: Each sheet contains 4 Reading Strategy Bookmarks, so you can print all 10 pages to create a total of 40 bookmarks. Let students pick and choose the ones they want to use—making it a fun and interactive activity!

Reading Strategies featured in this set:

☆ Determining Importance

☆ Making Inferences

☆ Questioning

☆ Evaluating

☆ Predicting

☆ Summarizing

☆ Visualizing

☆ Text-to-Self Connections

☆ Text-to-Text Connections

☆ Text-to-World Connections

These bookmarks are a versatile and thoughtful resource to encourage a love of reading! They’re perfect for classroom use, school libraries, prizes, or even as a small gift to inspire your students to explore new books.

You may:

☆ Print and cut each one out (as there are four bookmarks on each sheet) ☆ Photocopy onto card stock paper, or laminate them, for long lasting use. ☆ Hole-punch the tops and tie a ribbon through!

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Martin Luther King Jr Activities Printable Worksheets 2nd 3rd 4th 5th Grade. This resource includes True/False and Fill in the Blanks activities designed to help students reinforce key concepts about Martin Luther King Jr. Ideal for 2nd to 5th-grade classrooms, these printable worksheets are perfect for independent practice, small group work, or as quick formative assessments

This 3-page pre-reading handout introduces students to the most prominent themes in William Shakespeare's Hamlet. By having your class read and discuss this thematic introduction together, students will be captivated by the complex questions invoked in Shakespeare's play before they begin reading the enigmatic first scene.

If you like this 3-page pre-reading handout, you'll definitely want to check out my 200-page Complete Teaching Unit on Hamlet. The complete unit features worksheets on every scene in Shakespeare's longest play. Because the complete unit is both professionally designed and academically rigorous, it is especially well-suited for courses like Honors English and AP Literature.

Wishing you an amazing experience with teaching this complex play. If you have any questions along the way, please don't hesitate to get in touch. And don't forget to check out the Complete Teaching Unit on Hamlet...

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COMPLETE UNIT with Workbooks on Othello

COMPLETE UNIT with Workbooks on Hamlet

COMPLETE UNIT with Workbooks on Much Ado About Nothing

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This engaging educational activity helps students develop their understanding of main ideas and details. Students are given a colorful flower pot and four flowers with main ideas and corresponding details. By matching the main idea(center of the flower) to the correct petal details, students learn to identify the central theme of a topic and its supporting information. Using construction paper, students can create their own unique flowers by coloring, cutting, and pasting them together. This hands-on activity benefits students by enhancing their critical thinking and organization skills.Teachers can use this resource to reinforce main idea concepts in various subjects and promote creativity. A blank template is provided for customization, allowing students and teachers to explore their own main ideas and details.

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Printable Mother's Day activities are perfect for keeping kids engaged and entertained during the Mother's Day . These activities include a variety of fun and educational options that can be easily printed and completed at home or on the go.

this bundle contains coloring pages, word search, mazes, sudoku, cut and paste And Much more ...

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Cette ressource propose 11 projets (chacun avec sa propre rubrique) pour une évaluation formative après la lecture d'un roman. Je les utilise avec mes élèves après un club de lecture ou après une lecture indépendante de leur choix.

Vous pouvez choisir de faire travailler tous les élèves sur le même projet, ou leur donner un élément de choix et leur faire choisir leur propre activité, en fonction de leurs intérêts, de leurs forces et de leurs objectifs.

Ces projets offrent aux élèves des occasions de faire preuve de créativité, d'ingéniosité et d'explorer leurs romans sous un angle différent.

Les options de projet dans cette ressource incluent :

• « Full textos ! » (Un projet créatif qui amène les élèves à réfléchir profondément sur les personnages, la personnalité et les événements de leur roman en créant des conversations texto entre les personnages du roman.)
• « Une BD brillante » (Projet créatif où les élèves créent une bande dessinée à partir des événements de leur roman, dans l'ordre chronologique.)
• « L'actualité du roman » (Un projet créatif dans lequel des étudiants se font passer pour un journaliste et créent un journal basé sur des événements et des personnages de leur roman.)
• « Cartographie-le ! » (Un projet créatif dans lequel les élèves cartographient le cadre de leur roman et présentent des événements clés.)
• « L'histoire ne s'arrête pas là ! » (Un projet d'écriture créative qui donnera aux élèves la possibilité d'écrire une suite ou un dernier chapitre manquant à leur roman.)
• « Affiche de film » (Un projet créatif qui amènera vos élèves à penser cinématographiquement à leur roman. Ils choisiront des acteurs et créeront une affiche de film basée sur leur roman.)
• « La playlist de mon roman » (Un projet musical créatif qui amènera les élèves à créer une bande originale de leur roman en choisissant et en analysant avec soin des chansons qui correspondent au thème et aux événements de leur roman.)
• « Chronologie captivante » (Un projet créatif qui amènera les élèves à construire une chronologie de leur roman - du début à la fin - présentant les événements clés, les problèmes et les résolutions.)
• « Cher Journal ... »(Un projet d'écriture créative qui amènera les élèves à écrire une série d'entrées de journal du point de vue d'un personnage principal de leur roman.)
• « Art nouveau »(Un projet artistique qui permet la créativité artistique et la liberté de mettre en valeur des thèmes, des personnages et des événements par le biais de l'art.)
• « L'habit ne fait pas le moine ! » (Un projet créatif qui permettra aux élèves de recréer la couverture et la quatrième de la couverture de leur roman. Les élèves compareront l'original avec le leur et analyseront leurs choix et modifications personnels.)

A book with five close reading passages focused on key events and people of Ancient Egypt. Each activity has an informational text with comprehension and grammar questions followed by an extension task, crossword puzzle and wordsearch activity. The NO PREP reading comprehension activities are perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. Students will learn about ancient history whilst developing their comprehension skills.

The book includes five individual activities on:

• An Overview of Ancient Egypt
• Cleopatra
• Tutankhamun
• Thutmose III
• Ramesses II

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Included in this PDF printable resource:

• Five 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
• Each with a crossword puzzle and wordsearch activity
• Ready-made Easel Activities perfect 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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Time allowance for each activity:

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.

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• Ancient Egypt Resources

• Ancient Rome Resources

• Distance Learning Resources

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Looking for a fun Election Day project? This interactive Flip Book craft and activity is a no-prep, printable close reading activity that's geared toward upper elementary, middle school and high school. Election Day in the United States is a time for us to think about what we stand for. This activity is fun and easy way to celebrate Election Day in your classroom.

Students will read the article titled "Election Day: A Day of Change and Choice" which describes the importance of getting out and voting, because it was a hard-earned right for Americans. After reading, students will construct a flipbook and answer a reading comprehension question about Election Day. All answers can be found in the article! After that, students may color their flip books and present to a partner. This truly is an all-in-one activity!

Simply print and go! There is no preparation needed, which is why this set is perfect to leave for sub plans, bell ringers, homework, test prep, review or assessment!

Geared toward Upper Elementary, Middle and High School students.

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This resource includes three engaging reading comprehension passages about the life cycle of a pumpkin, along with comprehension questions for each passage. Ideal for grades 2-4, these passages can be used to enhance students' understanding of plant biology and improve reading skills.

Passages Included

1. Passage 1: The Seed Stage

• Description: Learn about how pumpkin seeds are planted and what conditions they need to sprout.
• Key Points:
  • Seed shape and characteristics
  • Ideal planting conditions
  • Germination process

1. Passage 2: The Seedling Stage

• Description: Explore the growth of pumpkin seedlings and what they need to thrive.
• Key Points:
  • Development of leaves
  • Growth requirements
  • Duration of this stage

1. Passage 3: The Maturing Stage

• Description: Discover how pumpkin plants develop flowers and fruit during the maturing stage.
• Key Points:
  • Flower development and pollination
  • Color changes of pumpkins
  • Time frame for growth

Comprehension Questions

• Each passage is accompanied by five comprehension questions to assess understanding and encourage critical thinking.

This Hawk Sneve "THE MEDICINE BAG" UNIT QUIZZES resource provides students a chance to show what they know. 12 SHORT RESPONSE Questions, 10-QUESTION MULTIPLE CHOICE QUIZ, Suggested Uses, EDITABLE, and Black&White Versions to encourage insightful responses from this canonized work. 6th - 8th Graders will love this quiz. Check it out!

SUMMARY:

Hawk Sneve's The Medicine Bag highlights Martin and his relationship with his grandfather who belongs to the Native American land of South Dakota. Hailing from a mixed heritage, Martin is conscious about his grandfather’s unexpected visit to his house and fears the oblivion of the fantastical image surrounding the old man that he otherwise shares with his friends after every summer visit. the visit that would change his life forever.

This 6th - 8th grade canonized work allows students to look at themselves, their world, and their own cultural heritage.

This Product Includes:

1. 10-Multiple Choice Questions

2. 12 Short Response Questions

3. Black and White Version

4. SUGGESTED USES

5. Answer Key provided

6. EDITABLE resource

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Embark on an extraordinary literary adventure with this unit bundle for The Hobbit. This carefully curated collection combines engaging and thought-provoking resources designed to enrich your teaching of J.R.R. Tolkien's timeless masterpiece. From pre-reading activities to post-reading analysis, interactive maps, and collaborative hexagonal thinking, this bundle has everything you need to create an immersive and dynamic learning experience for your high school and middle school students.

Key Components:

• The Hobbit Workbook: This comprehensive workbook lays the foundation, guiding students through vocabulary explanations, background knowledge of Tolkien, guided chapter notes, and thought-provoking writing prompts. Focused on fostering comprehension, literary analysis, and critical thinking, it ensures a deep dive into the world of Bilbo Baggins.

• The Hobbit Close Reading and Analysis Questions: Elevate your students' exploration with 35 additional close reading and analysis questions. Perfect for post-reading activities, these questions delve into the novel's intricacies, encouraging collaboration, annotation, and in-depth analysis.

• The Hobbit Hexagonal Thinking Activity: Ignite critical thinking with our Hexagonal Thinking Activity. Whether exploring connections before reading or diving into post-reading themes, these hexagonal cards provide a visually engaging and collaborative experience, fostering insightful discussions among students.

• The Hobbit Story Map Activity: Immerse your students in Middle-earth with our Story Map Activity. This versatile resource offers a large printable map for tactile learners and a Google Slides activity for a digital interactive experience. Explore key plot points and moments with additional images that can be added to enhance understanding.

• Final Assessment Ideas: Assess your student's understanding of the novel using one of the writing prompts - creative or informative! Or focus on project-based learning and allow them to explore the novel by working on one of the project ideas.

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This resource is specifically designed to introduce students to the vital life skill of reading common bills accurately. With this downloadable material, students will engage with a diverse collection of realistic utility bills, including those from an electric company, town water and more.

Through a series of thought-provoking questions, students will develop a deep understanding of various aspects related to these bills, such as a_ccount details, costs, due dates, late charges, and more._ The resource offers two levels of engagement: a cut-and-paste activity level and a write-in-the-answer level. This ensures that students of varying abilities can participate and reinforce their learning.

This resource is also available as part of a bundles saving you money:

Paying Bills BUNDLE - Paper (5 units)

Paying Utility Bills BUNDLE - Paper (2 units)

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

• 6 different realistic utility bills
• 2 levels
• Color + black & white set
• Teacher answer key

Level 1 - Cut & Paste - Simpler Questions - Larger Text - Bolded Key Words

• 18 worksheets
• 90 questions (5 questions per page)
• Answer key

Level 2 - Write in the Answer - More Complex Questions - Multi-part questions

• 14 worksheets
• 98 questions (7 questions per page)
• Answer key

TOTAL:

**⭐**32 different worksheets and 188 questions per set.

⭐A total of 64 different worksheets.

Bills Types Included:

• Electric
• Garbage/ Recycle
• Gas
• Oil
• Water/ Sewer

Key Features:

1. Realistic Bill Exposure: The resource provides students with exposure to authentic bills commonly encountered in real-life situations, enhancing their ability to understand and analyze bills effectively.

2. Comprehensive Questioning: A wide range of questions is included to cover crucial aspects of bill reading, such as account information, costs, dates, and potential penalties. This promotes a holistic understanding of bill-related concepts.

3. Two Levels of Engagement: The resource offers flexibility with two levels of difficulty. Students can choose between a cut-and-paste activity or a write-in-the-answer format, allowing them to engage at a level suited to their abilities.

By utilizing Practical Bill Reading Skills, students will develop a valuable life skill that empowers them to confidently navigate and comprehend common bills. This resource sets a strong foundation for financial literacy and responsible decision-making in the real world.

Find Unit 2 here:

Paying Utility Bills - Unit 2 - Paper

Find my other paying bills units below:

Paying Bills Unit 1 - Paper

Paying Bills Unit 2 - Paper

Paying Bills Unit 3 - Paper

Kindergarten reading comprehension passages! Each of the 25 reading passages have a picture (all pages done in black-line masters for easy printing) and 3 comprehension questions. Each kindergarten comprehension passage has basic sight words and picture clues! Look at the preview for a detailed look at sample kindergarten comprehension passages.

Common Core Standards

CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.K.1

With prompting and support, ask and answer questions about key details in a text.

CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.K.2

With prompting and support, retell familiar stories, including key details.

CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.K.3

With prompting and support, identify characters, settings, and major events in a story.

VA SOLS

K.9 The student will demonstrate comprehension of fictional texts.

This product is part of the ULTIMATE K/1 READING BUNDLE!

ULTIMATE K/1 READING BUNDLE

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