Less than $5 Informational Text Handouts (by price, low to high)

This 4-page pre-reading handout provides students with important background information for understanding William Shakespeare's Julius Caesar. This resource includes a two-page handout on the history of the Roman Republic. The resource also included is a comprehension check and answer key so that teachers can assess whether students have understood important details from the handout.

Learning about the history of the Roman Republic will provide students with the contextual information necessary for understanding certain lines in Shakespeare's Julius Caesar. You could have students read this handout for homework before starting the play; or you could have students read the handout aloud together in class before giving them the comprehension check worksheet.

If you like this pre-reading handout, you'll definitely want to check out my 160-page Complete Teaching Unit on Julius Caesar. The complete unit features colorful and engaging worksheets on every scene in Shakespeare's play. Because the complete unit is both professionally designed and academically rigorous, it is especially well-suited for courses like Honors English and AP Lang.

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 Julius Caesar....

Happy teaching,

Adam Jernigan, Ph.D.

adamjernigan@gmail.com

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Feel free to check out these complete units on Shakespeare's masterpieces:

COMPLETE UNIT with Workbooks on Romeo and Juliet

COMPLETE UNIT with Workbooks on Julius Caesar

COMPLETE UNIT with Workbooks on Macbeth

COMPLETE UNIT with Workbooks on Othello

COMPLETE UNIT with Workbooks on Hamlet

COMPLETE UNIT with Workbooks on Much Ado About Nothing

INTRO TO SHAKESPEARE: Biography, Globe Theater, Language, & Meter

Working on nonfiction text features in your ELA class? This test for nonfiction test features will help you determine how well your students have learned the various features. Best of all, it is easy to edit. Simply delete questions that you don't want, add those that do, or change the wording of others to suit the unit YOU taught. This test currently is 5 pages long. It features 13 MC questions and 5 short answer questions. (1 MC and 1 Short answer overlap each other.) The unit materials that this test was designed to compliment can be found at the following links: Buy the Bundle and SAVE!!!! Nonfiction Text Features Mini Unit Bundle Individual Files: Nonfiction Text Features Powerpoint - Editable Nonfiction Text Features Task Cards Nonfiction Text Features Unit Worksheets Nonfiction Text Features Posters Nonfiction Text Features Test - editable in Power Point

This is a newsletter about Louis Armstrong as an African American Artist. Students can use this as a jumping off point for a research project or for Black History Month.

Information on...

- Early Life

- Family Life

- Interesting Facts

- Artists

Misty Copeland

https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/Misty-Copeland-Biography-Newsletter-2411406

Ruby Bridges

https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/Ruby-Bridges-Biography-Newsletter-Research-2421118

Jacob Lawrence

https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/Jacob-Lawrence-Biography-Newsletter-2421081

Maya Angelou

https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/Maya-Angelou-Newsletter-Research-Black-History-Month-2421074

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This is an excellent worksheet to give prior to having students read Shakespeare's play "As You Like It". It has historical information about the play and 7 short answer questions. *** You may also like my study guide for As You Like It *** As You Like It Interactive Flipbook

A close reading activity of the Declaration of Independence which asks students to cite textual evidence to evaluate author's purpose, persuasive techniques, and literary devices. Good for any ELA or History class.

*Update* Available under TeachShare Digital Resources which adds an interactive layer on top of the pdf for distance learning.

A worksheet with background information on the real life figure of Macbeth plus close reading questions. An excellent complement to Shakespeare's play.

Get ready for an exciting adventure in learning with our Research Reading Passage and Body Biography Poster Bundle!

Embark on a journey through the captivating life of Misty Copeland, the groundbreaking ballet dancer, with our engaging 2-page nonfiction reading passage. Bursting with fascinating facts, inspiring anecdotes, and colorful illustrations, this passage invites students to discover Misty Copeland's remarkable story, providing essential research material for the poster project.

INCLUDED- Reading Comprehension Questions! Differentiated and can be used with any reading passage about an influential female leader. Perfect for close reading!

• Colored and black-line version
• Reading comprehension questions for early elementary (1-3) and separate worksheet for upper elementary (4-6)

Then, dive into creativity with our Body Biography Poster - a 12-piece collaborative masterpiece! Students color, assemble, and fill in the details, choosing between lined or unlined boxes to suit their style. As they craft their poster, they'll uncover Misty Copeland's passion, perseverance, and trailblazing spirit, celebrating her groundbreaking achievements in the world of dance.
Once done, proudly display their work in the hallway, on bulletin boards, or as door decorations, showcasing their hard work and inspiring others to follow their dreams!

It's the perfect blend of fun and learning for grades 1-6 - guaranteed to make every lesson about Misty Copeland unforgettable!

Introduce character traits to students then tie the concepts to real life with this pot o' gold activity. Students choose one character trait to define each of their classmates. Then, they write the character traits on gold coins, cut and paste onto peers' pot o' gold. Informative writing activity that reinforces using examples for fact-based essays. Includes: Easy to follow directions with optional age-based activities Pot o' Gold Coins handout Character Trait Sheet Follow-up writing activities Fun, engaging activity for elementary students who need introductions or reinforcement in working with character traits and fact-based writing.

This is a 2-page newsletter that gives information on the forest habitat.

This forest newsletter is a comprehensive and student-friendly nonfiction research newsletter designed to empower students with valuable resources for academic exploration. Tailored for students at various educational levels, this newsletter serves as a gateway to a treasure trove of research materials, cutting-edge studies, and scholarly insights. It's the go-to source for those seeking reliable and relevant information to enhance their research endeavors.

Key Features:

1. Student-Centric Content: Recognizing the unique needs of students, our newsletter focuses on content that is not only academically rigorous but also accessible and engaging. We bridge the gap between complex research and student comprehension, making it easier for learners to incorporate cutting-edge information into their work.

It gives information on...

*Location

*Weather

*Animals

*Plants

*Geography

Other individual habitat research newsletters can be purchased here:

-Desert

-Arctic

-Grasslands

-Ocean

Or the BUNDLE --> here <--

This is a 2-page reading passage (informational newsletter) that gives information on the Arctic Habitat.

This Arctic Newsletter is a comprehensive and student-friendly nonfiction research newsletter designed to empower students with valuable resources for academic exploration.

Key Features:

1. Student-Centric Content: Recognizing the unique needs of students, our newsletter focuses on content that is not only academically rigorous but also accessible and engaging. We bridge the gap between complex research and student comprehension, making it easier for learners to incorporate information into their work.

It gives information on...

*Location

*Weather

*Animals

*Plants

*Geography

Other individual habitat research newsletters can be purchased here:

-Desert

-Grasslands

-Forest

-Ocean

Or the BUNDLE --> here <--

Excerpts from Letters from Birmingham Jail with questions and answer key. Goes well with a unit on persuasive writing or with black history.

This is a 2-page reading passage (informational newsletter) that gives information on the Arctic Habitat.

This Arctic Newsletter is a comprehensive and student-friendly nonfiction research newsletter designed to empower students with valuable resources for academic exploration.

Key Features:

1. Student-Centric Content: Recognizing the unique needs of students, our newsletter focuses on content that is not only academically rigorous but also accessible and engaging. We bridge the gap between complex research and student comprehension, making it easier for learners to incorporate information into their work.

It gives information on...

*Location

*Weather

*Animals

*Plants

*Geography

Other individual habitat research newsletters can be purchased here:

-Desert

-Grasslands

-Forest

-Ocean

Or the BUNDLE --> here <--

This is a 2-page reading passage (informational newsletter) that gives information on the Ocean Habitat.

This Ocean Newsletter is a comprehensive and student-friendly nonfiction research newsletter designed to empower students with valuable resources for academic exploration.

Student-Centric Content: Recognizing the unique needs of students, our newsletter focuses on content that is not only academically rigorous but also accessible and engaging. We bridge the gap between complex research and student comprehension, making it easier for learners to incorporate information into their work.

It gives information on...

➡️ Location

➡️ Weather

➡️ Animals

➡️ Plants

➡️ Geography

This is a 2-page reading passage (informational newsletter) that gives information on the Arctic Habitat.

This Arctic Newsletter is a comprehensive and student-friendly nonfiction research newsletter designed to empower students with valuable resources for academic exploration.

Key Features:

1. Student-Centric Content: Recognizing the unique needs of students, our newsletter focuses on content that is not only academically rigorous but also accessible and engaging. We bridge the gap between complex research and student comprehension, making it easier for learners to incorporate information into their work.

It gives information on...

*Location

*Weather

*Animals

*Plants

*Geography

Other individual habitat research newsletters can be purchased here:

-Desert

-Grasslands

-Forest

-Ocean

Or the BUNDLE --> here <--

A reading comprehension tasks which focuses on the current issue of vaping. An informative text on a topic interesting to teens and tweens has been used to engage them in their learning whilst developing comprehension skills. Questions range from easy to hard and uses cognitive verbs from the Australian Curriculum. This encourages students to go beyond the retrieval and comprehension stages and into analysis and knowledge utilisation.

A reading comprehension tasks which focuses on the role that chemicals in the brain play in wellbeing. Teens will be engaged in this informative text as the topic is relevant yet allows for the development of comprehension skills. Questions range from easy to hard and incorporates cognitive verbs from the Australian Curriculum. This encourages students to go beyond the retrieval and comprehension stages and into analysis and knowledge utilisation. Available as either a print or electronic task in Google Slides and Forms.

When October comes around, we all start seeing pumpkins and signs of Halloween. Carving pumpkins to make jack-o’-lanterns is a traditional Halloween activity. Do your students know the history of why pumpkins are carved?

This resource gives a brief history of where the tradition of jack-o’-lanterns comes from. After reading the brief article, there is a short question worksheet to be completed. The worksheet asked questions based on information in the article and includes an area for students to draw their own jack-o’-lantern face.

Also included is an adapted student friendly version of the Irish folktale Stingy Jack and a Halloween themed Word Search.

Looking for a great way to introduce nonfiction text features to your class? Try this power point! Use it for a presentation, or print as a handout. It makes a great mini book when printed four to a page, cut apart, and then stapled together as a quarter page sized book! This power point about 17 different nonfiction text features (including two for the internet) is fully editable, meaning you can alter the text to fit your lessons, as well as scan and insert your own images instead of the ones I used, if you wanted to do so. In addition, you can easily delete the slides you don’t want, or duplicate a slide, then change the text / images to add different text features that you want to cover in your classroom. Information will present itself on a right click. For example, when you click for a new slide, the main definition and images for the text feature appear. As you click again, the first bulleted point will appear. The next click brings the next point, and so on. Title Headings / Subheadings Captions Photographs Diagrams Illustrations Bulleted Lists Types of Print Tables, Charts, and Graphs Timelines Maps Textboxes Table of Context Glossary Index Electronic Menus (Internet) Icons (Internet)

This newsletter provides comprehensive insights into their habitat, diet, life cycle, anatomy, and predators.

Habitat: Discover the diverse ecosystems that frogs call home. From lush wetlands to tropical rainforests, gain an understanding of the habitats that foster the unique lifestyles of different frog species and contribute to their overall well-being.

Diet: Delve into the dietary habits of frogs and unravel the secrets behind their diverse culinary preferences. Explore the types of insects, worms, and small creatures that make up their diet, and understand the crucial role frogs play in maintaining ecological balance.

Life Cycle: Follow the captivating life cycle of frogs, from tadpoles to full-fledged adults. Gain insights into the metamorphosis process, the unique adaptations that aid in survival, and the environmental factors that influence their development at various stages.

Anatomy: Take a closer look at the anatomy of frogs, exploring the structure and functions of their powerful hind legs, sensitive skin, and distinctive vocal sacs. Understand how their physical features are intricately adapted to their amphibious lifestyles.

Predators: Explore the predators that pose challenges to frogs in their natural habitats. From snakes to birds and larger mammals, understand the threats that frogs face and how their camouflage, toxic secretions, and jumping abilities serve as defense mechanisms.

For elementary-aged students, integrating information about homes, territory, and clothing in an Indigenous People Informational Newsletter can be exciting and educational.

Including these elements in the newsletter helps young readers understand and appreciate the diverse homes, lands, and clothing of Indigenous communities, fostering a respect for their traditions and connection to the Earth.Two page nonfiction information packet!

Two page nonfiction information packet!

Provides information on- Blackfoot

Territory

Homes

Clothing

Children

Influential American Indian- Crowfoot

Can be used for research or close reading.