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Discover Canada! Passport and Worksheets about the Provinces and Territories

By Michellecurtis

Unlock the wonders of Canada with the "Discover Canada! Passport and Worksheets about the Provinces and Territories." This engaging 25-page educational resource is designed to guide elementary students through a captivating exploration of Canada's diverse provinces and territories. Each page serves as a passport to a different region, filled with rich illustrations, key facts, and interactive activities that make learning fun and memorable.

What's Included:

  • 25 detailed pages, each focused on a specific province or territory, encourage students to 'travel' and learn through structured activities.
  • Comprehensive information pages that provide insights into the unique geography, culture, and history of each region.
  • Fun-filled quizzes and puzzles that reinforce knowledge and ensure understanding of the material covered.
  • High-quality illustrations that bring the landscapes and iconic landmarks of Canada to life, sparking curiosity and engagement.

Educational Benefits:

  • Enhances geographic literacy and understanding of Canadian culture.
  • Promotes critical thinking and retention through interactive learning.
  • Ideal for classroom settings, homeschooling, or supplemental educational activities.

Whether it's for a classroom journey, a homeschool curriculum, or just for fun, the "Discover Canada! Passport and Worksheets about the Provinces and Territories" is your gateway to a comprehensive and enjoyable exploration of all that Canada has to offer. Equip your students with their very own passport and watch as they embark on an educational adventure across this vast country!

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Canadian History
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World Cultures Intro to Physical Geography Passage & Activities- NO PREP!

By Holly O'Hara

This passage and assortment of activities are an engaging and accessible way for your students to strengthen their knowledge of the basic concepts of physical geography!


THIS PRODUCT INCLUDES:

  • Introduction to Physical Geography Passage (2 pages)
  • 10 Multiple Choice Questions
  • 5 Short Answer Questions
  • 9 Choice Board Extension Activities
  • Answer Keys
  • Link to Digital Version

I do my best to make sure every product is free of typos or mistakes, but please feel free to message me with any corrections or concerns.

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Geography
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Primary/Secondary Sources Drawing: 5th Grade Studies Weekly Week 2

By Colleen Burdette

Students recognize the difference between primary and secondary sources:

This activity will help students practice determining primary and secondary sources. This skill is important across a variety of subjects.

When given a source, students will determine if it is a primary or secondary source. Based on their determination, they will be directed to draw a detail to complete a picture. This allows students to add their own creativity to their work. It also makes it easy for the teacher to determine understanding of the concept presented.

Provided follow up questions increases rigor. These questions can be used for early finishers, as a written assignment, or to lead class discussion.

This activity can be used individually, with a partner, as part of a center, or with a group.

Aligns with 5th grade Studies Weekly Week 2.


What's included:

  • Teacher instructions.
  • Student instructions.
  • Sources sheet.
  • Drawing sheet.
  • Answer Keys.

How is this product useful:

  • Low prep for teacher.
  • Easy to check.
  • Practice important skill.
  • Students can add creativity.
  • Helps with future research.
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Potential Energy Reading Comprehension Passage worksheet with Questions

By LessonLink Teacher

This is a detailed Potential Energy Reading Comprehension Passage designed for students in grades 4, 5, 6, and 7. This resource provides a comprehensive understanding of potential energy, including how it is stored, the factors that affect it, and how it converts into other forms of energy.

The passage is carefully crafted to engage students while explaining the science behind everyday examples of potential energy.

What this passage covers:

  • What is Potential energy?
  • The formula for gravitational potential energy
  • Types of Potential Energy (Gravitational, Elastic, Chemical)
  • Factors Affecting Potential Energy (Height, Mass, Gravity)
  • Conversion of Potential Energy to Other Forms (Kinetic, Thermal, Sound, Electrical)

This resource also includes a variety of questions to reinforce learning:

  • Short Answer Questions to assess comprehension
  • Multiple Choice Questions to reinforce key concepts

Answer keys are provided for all questions, making this an easy-to-use, ready-to-go resource for your science unit on energy.

This resource is perfect for science units on energy and potential energy, helping students develop a deeper understanding of how energy is stored and transformed through engaging content and interactive questions. Ideal for classroom use, homework assignments, or as a supplemental activity in your science curriculum.


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Extinct Megalodon Spooky Science & ELA Packet: CCSS Aligned for Grades 4-6

By TooBookedUp

Dive deep into the prehistoric oceans with this "Megalodon Spooky Science & ELA Packet" for grades 4-6! Perfect for shark-loving students and those who want to sink their teeth into both STEM and ELA skills, this resource will make a "jawsome" addition to your classroom! Whether you’re circling around spooky season or just want a fun, engaging study on the world’s most famous ancient predator, this packet will leave your students hooked all year long!

This interdisciplinary resource is packed with shark-tastic activities that are CCSS-aligned and can be used to boost reading comprehension, critical thinking, and science knowledge. Your students will explore the monstrous Megalodon, an apex predator of the ancient seas, while sharpening their skills in key areas like cause and effect, main idea, and evidence-based answers.

What’s Inside This Fin-tastic Packet:

  • Megalodon Informational Text – Students will dive into the facts behind the famous shark and learn why it went extinct.
  • Frayer Models Vocabulary – Key words like "carnivore," "fossil," "apex predator," and "extinct" will help students swim through new terms with ease.
  • 5 CCSS-Aligned Comprehension Questions – Get your students to bite into text evidence and explain concepts like cause and effect, Megalodon’s hunting style, and more.
  • Cause and Effect Chart – Students will analyze how the Ice Age impacted Megalodon, showing off their science and ELA smarts.
  • Draw and Label Megalodon – Time to let those creative fins flap! Students will draw the giant shark and label its teeth, jaws, and powerful fins.
  • Main Idea & Supporting Details Worksheet – Keep students afloat with this activity that helps them find the main idea and supporting facts from the passage.

Why You’ll Love This Resource:

  • Perfect for Spooky Season – The story of a gigantic, terrifying shark is sure to give your classroom that Halloween creep factor!
  • Great for Year-Round Study – Sharks never go out of style! This packet fits right into your study of prehistoric animals, ecosystems, or ocean life.
  • Interdisciplinary Fun – From reading comprehension to science-based learning, your students will be swimming in knowledge by the time they finish.
  • Easy to Implement – Simply print, distribute, and let your students dive in! Perfect for whole class study, small groups, or independent work.

Don’t miss out on this "jaws-dropping" resource! It’s sure to make a splash in your classroom and keep your students hungry for more learning!

Grab your copy of the Megalodon Spooky Science & ELA Packet today and get ready to watch your students swim through CCSS-aligned activities with enthusiasm!

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Where is the Grand Canyon? Arizona Geography Comprehension Book Report Template

By TaughtOught Homeschooling

Did you know that the Grand Canyon in Arizona is one of the world's seven wonders? Learn more about Arizona and the Grand Canyon in this comprehensive reading comprehension Google lesson and book report template.

This product is so easy to use and has practically no prep:

  1. Read the book
  2. Print the 9-page template
  3. Review the no-prep reading comprehension Google lesson with a built-in reward system (students LOVE this feature!)
  4. Fill out the book report template based on the reading comprehension review as a group or independent work/homework

The template pages include (and are reviewed in the digital Google lesson):

  • book title info
  • rating & review
  • vocabulary
  • facts
  • the land (animals & landmarks)
  • key information (capital, population, languages, climate, agriculture, natural resources, politicians)
  • what I learned
  • questions I have
  • historic events
  • draw a map

Love,

Teacher Bethanie

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Geography
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Beaver's Nature's Engineers for Use with Google Slides™

By Science and STEAM Team

Students will learn many beaver facts; including how beavers build their lodges and dams. by reading an article, viewing photos, and watching a video. Then they will complete a build a dam STEM challenge!

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Essay Prompt and Outline Sheet with articles

By Educate and Create

This includes two Articles "The History of Narcissistic

Personality Disorder" and "Selfies, Facebook, and Narcissism: What's the Link? Exploring the link between Facebook and Narcissism" plus a graph titled "College Students' Narcissistic Personality Inventory Scores 1982-2006" . After reading these two articles students are given a prompt for an expository essay on narcissism. There is also an outline sheet included for students to use in order to help them organize their essay. Plus a rubric for easy grading of final essay.

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Medicine Bag Teachings

By Lindsay

Bring authentic Indigenous knowledge into your classroom with this thoughtful, respectful, and engaging literacy and cultural assignment on Anishinaabek Medicine Bags. Perfect for middle or high school classrooms, this activity introduces students to the cultural and spiritual significance of medicine bags in Anishinaabe (Ojibwe) tradition, while encouraging personal reflection and creative expression.

What’s Included:

  • A clear and concise explanation of the origin and significance of medicine bags in Anishinaabe culture
  • Examples of traditional medicines and their spiritual uses
  • Guided reflection questions that promote critical thinking and personal connections
  • A design component where students sketch and plan their own symbolic medicine bag
  • Culturally appropriate prompts emphasizing respect and understanding
  • Embedded video links for supplemental learning

Learning Goals:

  • Build cultural awareness and sensitivity around Indigenous practices
  • Foster self-reflection and identity-building
  • Integrate literacy skills through reading comprehension, written responses, and personal expression
  • Support Truth and Reconciliation education in a meaningful and respectful way

Ideal for:

  • Grade 7–10 English, Social Studies, Indigenous Studies, or Character Education
  • Teachers seeking a culturally responsive resource that honours Indigenous voices
  • Classrooms working toward meeting FNMI (First Nations, Métis, Inuit) curriculum expectations or Calls to Action

This resource was created with cultural sensitivity and educational integrity in mind. It encourages students to approach Indigenous traditions with the respect they deserve and deepens their understanding of spiritual and natural connections in Anishinaabe life.

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Argumentative Writing Prompt Rubric, Graphic Organizer - Legalize Marijuana

By Write On with Jamie

Introducing argumentative writing has never been easier! This in-depth argumentative writing prompt lesson guides students through the step-by-step process of drafting an argumentative outline using an argumentative graphic organizer. The lesson will demonstrate developing a claim, reasons, and evidence, refuting an opposing viewpoint, and writing an opinion essay.

The topic of this resource is - Should Marijuana Be Legalized?

Introducing argumentative writing has never been easier! This in-depth argumentative writing prompt lesson guides students through the step-by-step process of drafting an argumentative outline using an argumentative graphic organizer. The lesson will demonstrate developing a claim, reasons, and evidence, refuting an opposing viewpoint, and writing an opinion essay.

All aspects of argument writing are covered in this resource: brainstorming ideas, developing a thesis statement, introducing supporting evidence, writing hooks and leads, and incorporating the 6 Traits of Writing™. From the beginning writer to the advanced writer, this resource has something for everyone.

The video, slide show, graphic organizer, worksheets, writing template, and rubric allow students to practice and develop their argumentative writing skills. The writing quiz reinforces guided note-taking techniques when used in conjunction with the instructional video. The detailed lesson plans make implementing argument writing easy for teachers.

This no-prep lesson is adaptable for in-class instruction, distance learning, or independent student work. The instructional video with writing tutorial and template can be presented as whole class instruction or assigned for students to complete at home.

All materials are available in both Google Drive™ and print formats, ensuring easy access for all students.

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This Argumentative / Argument Essay Writing Prompt lesson includes:

Entertaining Instructional Video with:

  • Description of argumentative essay
  • Requirements of argumentative writing
  • Brainstorming ideas
  • Prompt identification and comprehension
  • Thesis statement development
  • Rubric explanation
  • How to Write an Argumentative Essay tutorial and writing template
  • How to Write an Argumentative Essay writing quiz / guided note-taking

Detailed Lesson Plan with:

  • Common Core State Standards indicated on lesson plan
  • Instructional Focus
  • Instructional Procedures
  • Objectives/Goals
  • Direct Instruction
  • Guided Practice
  • Enrichment
  • Differentiation
  • ESE Strategies
  • ELL Strategies
  • I Can Statement
  • Essential Question

Argumentative Writing Worksheets with:

  • Prompt
  • Brainstorming section
  • Thesis statement development
  • How to Write an Argumentative Essay tutorial and writing template

Slide Show Presentation with:

  • Introduction slide with prompt (interactive for students to identify key vocabulary)
  • Brainstorming slide (interactive for students to list ideas)
  • Standard and implied thesis development slides
  • How to Write an Argumentative Essay tutorial and writing template slides
  • Checklist slide

Argumentative Writing Quiz

Argumentative Rubric

Argumentative Graphic Organizer

Google Slides

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The lessons in the Middle School Argumentative Writing - Social Issues Unit include:

  • Should Teachers Be Armed in School?
  • Should the Border Wall Be Expanded?
  • Is Bullying a Problem in Schools?
  • Should the Electoral College Be Abolished?
  • Is Fake News a Problem?
  • Is Free Trade Necessary?
  • Are Gun Control Laws Necessary?
  • Is Universal Health Care Needed?
  • Is Immigration Reform Necessary?
  • Should Marijuana Be Legalized?
  • Does Mental Health Treatment Need More Funding?
  • Should National Anthem Protests Be Allowed?
  • How Should the Opioid Crisis Be Solved?
  • Should Prayer Be Allowed in Public Schools?
  • Is Special Interest Lobbying Undermining Democracy?
  • Should Student Protests Be Allowed?
  • Should Vaccinations Be Required?
  • Should ID be Required to Vote?

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  • Should Violence on TV Programs Intended for Children be Banned?

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Ecosystems Reading Comprehension Texts

By Clodagh

Discover the essential role of ecosystems with this Reading Comprehension and Ecosystems educational resource. This engaging collection features six informative texts about key components of ecosystems, designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of ecological principles and the interdependence of living organisms within their environments. Perfect for combining literacy and STEM, your kiddos will be ecosystem experts in no time!

You will receive six non-fiction reading comprehension texts, each accompanied by comprehension questions, a research section for students to deepen their understanding, and an answer sheet for easy assessment.

Here is a list of the non-fiction reading comprehension texts included:

  1. What is an Ecosystem?: An introduction to ecosystems, explaining their components and importance.
  2. All About Bees: Exploring the vital role bees play in pollination and maintaining biodiversity.
  3. Decomposers and Their Role in Ecosystems: Highlighting how decomposers break down dead material and recycle nutrients.
  4. Elephants and Their Importance in Ecosystems: Examining how elephants shape their habitats and support other species.
  5. Plankton and Their Importance in Ecosystems: Discussing the foundational role of plankton in marine food webs and oxygen production.
  6. Worms and Their Importance in Ecosystems: Describing how worms aerate soil and promote plant growth.

Each reading comprehension ext delves into how these elements contribute to a healthy, balanced environment, emphasising the interconnectedness of life on Earth.

Key Features:

  • In-Depth Exploration: Learn about the critical roles of decomposers, bees, elephants, plankton, and worms in sustaining ecosystems. Each text provides detailed information to help students grasp these essential ecological concepts.

  • Interactive Learning: Each text includes reading comprehension questions designed to enhance understanding and retention. These questions encourage students to think critically and engage with the material.

  • Encourage Further Research: Students are prompted to conduct additional research, fostering curiosity and deeper knowledge. This feature supports independent learning and helps students develop research skills.

  • Integrates with STEM: Integrate literacy and STEM with these reading comprehension texts.

Perfect for:

Ideal for classroom use, our resource aligns with key curriculum requirements for STEM and reading comprehension. It can be easily integrated into literacy centres or used for whole class instruction, making it a versatile addition to any classroom. Set up in your literacy centres or discover ecosystems as a whole class for STEM!

Enhance your students' understanding of ecosystems with this comprehensive reading comprehension resource. It is perfect for educators looking to combine literacy with STEM, providing valuable insights into the natural world and fostering a love for reading and learning.

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Soil Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passage and Questions | Types of Soil

By True Line Texts

Engage your students with this informative Soil Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passage and Questions designed for World Soil Day! This resource features a clear, easy-to-understand passage about soil, accompanied by six thought-provoking questions that assess comprehension. Perfect for classroom discussions and individual assessments, this resource encourages critical thinking while teaching students about the importance of soil and its role in our environment. Ideal for Kindergarten to Second Grade students, this 2-page PDF is formatted to fit an 8.5x11-inch page size.

Whether used during World Soil Day or as part of your science curriculum, this resource is a great tool for fostering a deeper understanding of soil in young learners. Enhance your classroom's environmental education with this essential reading comprehension activity!

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simile figurative language passages 5-7 grades

By Snap & Sprout printables.

Simile Passages with Comprehension and Rewrite Questions for Grades 5-7

Product Overview:
This product offers 20 engaging passages featuring similes and figurative language, Anchor Chart specifically designed for students in grades 5-7. Each passage includes three comprehension questions to deepen understanding and two rewrite prompts to encourage critical thinking and creative expression.

Benefits for Kids:

  1. Enhanced Comprehension Skills: These passages help students improve reading comprehension by exploring figurative language and encouraging them to interpret similes within various contexts.
  2. Increased Vocabulary and Creativity: Exposure to rich language and expressive comparisons expands students' vocabulary and enhances their descriptive language skills.
  3. Improved Analytical Thinking: Comprehension and rewrite questions guide students to think critically, encouraging them to rephrase ideas creatively and articulate their own interpretations.
  4. Engaging and Relatable Topics: Covering themes like home, friends, school, and science, these passages captivate students’ interests, making learning enjoyable and relevant.

Benefits for Teachers:

  1. Ready-to-Use Resource: This product saves time with pre-made passages and targeted questions, allowing teachers to focus on facilitating learning rather than creating materials from scratch.
  2. Flexible Application: Use these passages as part of daily reading exercises, group discussions, writing activities, or homework assignments.
  3. Aligned with Curriculum Standards: The activities support key curriculum objectives, such as reading comprehension, critical analysis, and figurative language, making them ideal for classroom use and standardized test prep.
  4. Adaptable for Different Learner Levels: Teachers can easily modify the comprehension questions or rewrite prompts for advanced or struggling readers, allowing for differentiated instruction.

How to Use This Product:

  1. As a Daily Warm-Up Activity: Start each day with one passage to stimulate students' analytical skills. This can also lead to discussions about the different ways language creates meaning.
  2. In Small Group or Pair Activities: Encourage students to work together to interpret and rewrite the passages, which promotes teamwork and deepens comprehension through peer discussion.
  3. For Homework Assignments: Assign a passage and its accompanying questions for homework to reinforce skills practiced in class.
  4. In Writing Practice: Use rewrite prompts to inspire students to craft their own descriptive sentences, allowing them to practice creating vivid imagery and explore figurative language creatively.

With this product, both teachers and students will find engaging, educational, and flexible resources to explore figurative language in meaningful ways.

If you enjoyed using this resource, please consider leaving a review! Your feedback not only helps us improve but also supports other teachers in finding valuable resources. We’d love to hear how these passages worked in your classroom! Thank you for being part of our community and for sharing your insights.

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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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Julius Caesar PRE-READING HANDOUT: A History of the Roman Republic | Shakespeare

By Rigorous Resources for High School English

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,

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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

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Nonfiction Task Cards - Analyzing Author's Craft Using ANY Informational Text

By Sequoia Hill

Inspire your students to think critically about informational texts with this set of engaging, open-ended questions! Perfect for 4th-5th grade, these questions encourage students to explore main ideas, text features, structure, and author’s craft in any nonfiction text they read.

Ideal for:

  • Class Discussions
  • Small Group
  • Center/Station Rotations
  • Prompts for Close Reading
  • Early Finisher Tasks
  • Test Prep
  • Comprehension Practice

Aligned with Common Core standards, this resource is a great way to help students build confidence in analyzing texts, connecting ideas, and uncovering the author’s purpose. Make each reading experience more meaningful and memorable!

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Organize Text Structures PPT, English Language Arts, Editable, Powerpoint

By Blooming Through High School

Elevate your students' understanding of text structure with this dynamic and interactive activity! The "Newspaper Text Structure Activity" is designed to immerse students in a fun game while mastering essential ELA skills. This engaging resource provides a hands-on approach to learning text structures through the lens of a newspaper editorial team.

In this comprehensive PowerPoint presentation, students embark on a journey through various text structures.

Key Features:

  • Interactive Format: Students actively engage with the content as they manipulate text elements within the newspaper-themed slides, fostering a deeper understanding of text structure concepts. They'll love the hands on approach to learning.
  • Editable Slides: Customize the content to suit your classroom's unique needs and curriculum objectives. Add or modify text to align with specific texts or teaching points.
  • Visual Appeal: Capture students' interest from start to finish.
  • Comprehensive Coverage: Covering a range of text structures, this resource provides a holistic approach to text structure instruction, ensuring students are well-equipped to analyze and compose a variety of texts.

Whether used as an introductory lesson, reinforcement activity, or assessment tool, this "Newspaper Text Structure Activity" is sure to spark enthusiasm and deepen comprehension in your ELA classroom. Prepare your students for success in reading and writing by integrating this innovative resource into your curriculum today!

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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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Benefits:

  • High-interest passages to engage struggling readers
  • Helps students work on comprehension skills in a fun way
  • Increases student motivation by featuring content about their favorite athletes

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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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Paraphrasing, Summarizing, and Using Ellipses (Writing)

By Beth Hammett

Everything students need to know to understand, practice, and write paraphrases, summaries, and ellipses. Includes: Easy to Understand Definitions Examples Practice Activity Slides Extra Resources Individual or group practice writing slides helps students apply skills to transfer to future research projects. Use for assessment of skills. Meets CCSS.

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Kick Off Learning: Lionel Messi Biography Reading Comprehension Worksheet

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Explore the incredible life story of Lionel Messi, one of the greatest soccer players of all time, through this comprehensive biography worksheet. Designed for students of various ages, this resource delves into Messi's childhood, his move to Barcelona, and his legendary career milestones. Engage your students with thought-provoking questions, fun activities, and a glimpse into the personal side of this soccer superstar. Use "Kick Off Learning: Lionel Messi Biography Reading Comprehension Worksheet" to inspire discussions about resilience, sportsmanship, and the pursuit of excellence in both sports and life. An exciting addition to your classroom resources!

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