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The Penguins of Madagascar Movie Watch Along - Main Idea and Theme
By A Teachers Sidekick
Movie Time!!!!
This is a movie watch-along to go with DreamWorks' The Penguins of Madagascar. Students will focus on the main idea and theme of the movie. There are 2 sheets for students to complete either during or after the movie. Students will be identifying the main idea, providing supporting details, and describing the theme!
This is a great product to help keep students engaged and focused during the movie while also building comprehension skills!
I hope you enjoy it! Please rate and review.
Credits:
Darnell, E., & Smith, S. J. (Directors). (2014). The Penguins of Madagascar [Film].DreamWorks Animation
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Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted Movie Watch Along - Main Idea and Theme
By A Teachers Sidekick
Movie Time!!!!
This is a movie watch-along to go with DreamWorks' Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted. Students will focus on the main idea and theme of the movie. There are 2 sheets for students to complete either during or after the movie. Students will be identifying the main idea, providing supporting details, and describing the theme!
This is a great product to help keep students engaged and focused during the movie while also building comprehension skills!
I hope you enjoy it! Please rate and review.
Credits:
Darnell, E., McGrath, T., Vernon, C., Stiller, B., Rock, C., & Schwimmer, D. (2012). Madagascar 3: Europe's most wanted.DreamWorks Home Entertainment
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Madagascar 2: Escape to Africa Movie Watch Along - Main Idea and Theme
By A Teachers Sidekick
Movie Time!!!!
This is a movie watch-along to go with DreamWorks' Madagascar 2: Escape to Africa. Students will focus on the main idea and theme of the movie. There are 2 sheets for students to complete either during or after the movie. Students will be identifying the main idea, providing supporting details, and describing the theme!
This is a great product to help keep students engaged and focused during the movie while also building comprehension skills!
I hope you enjoy it! Please rate and review.
Credits:
Darnell, E., & McGrath, T. (Directors). (2008). Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa [Film]. DreamWorks Animation; PDI/DreamWorks
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Madagascar Movie Watch Along - Main Idea and Theme
By A Teachers Sidekick
Movie Time!!!!
This is a movie watch-along to go with DreamWorks' Madagascar. Students will focus on the main idea and theme of the movie. There are 2 sheets for students to complete either during or after the movie. Students will be identifying the main idea, providing supporting details, and describing the theme!
This is a great product to help keep students engaged and focused during the movie while also building comprehension skills!
I hope you enjoy it! Please rate and review.
Credits:
Darnell, E., & McGrath, T. (Directors).(2005).Madagascar [Film].DreamWorks Distribution
The Emperor's New Groove Movie Watch Along - Main Idea and Theme
By A Teachers Sidekick
Movie Time!!!!
This is a movie watch along to go with Disney's The Emperor's New Groove. This watch along is focused on the main idea and theme of the movie. Either during the movie or after, students will identify the main idea of the movie and provide supporting details for the main idea. They will also draw the theme of the story and then describe the theme with supporting details.
This is a great product for keeping students engaged during a movie on a fun Friday, practice for main idea/theme, and something to do after testing. And it is always good to practice main idea and theme!
I hope you and your students enjoy it! Please rate and review.
Credits:
Disney, W. (Director) & Disney, W. (Producer).(2000).The Emperor's new groove [Motion Picture].Walt Disney Pictures
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By Creative Soul Printables
Keep track of your reading adventures with our adorable Animal Reading Lists! Perfect for students and homeschoolers, these free printable lists feature charming animals enjoying their favorite books.
Contents:
Get organized and track your reading progress with our delightful Animal Reading Lists! This freebie includes four unique designs, each featuring lovable animals immersed in the joy of reading. Students can record essential information such as the book title, author, and number of pages, creating a personalized log of their reading journey.
These printable reading lists provide a fun and engaging way for students to stay organized and motivated in their reading endeavors. With adorable animal illustrations and plenty of space to jot down details, these lists make it easy for readers to keep track of the books they've read and explore new literary adventures.
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By Exceptional Education CA
Birthday Gift Reading Comprehension Package: Engaging Worksheets for Grades 2-3 and Special Education
Boost your students' reading comprehension skills with this versatile, engaging, and easy-to-differentiate resource!
Perfect for grade 2-3 students, as well as special education classrooms, this Birthday Gift Reading Comprehension Package includes a variety of worksheets that target essential skills like answering WH questions, sequencing, and cloze activities, all while accommodating students with varying abilities.
What’s Inside This Comprehensive Package?
This package features three activity types that target different aspects of reading comprehension, with carefully designed levels of support to help your students progress step-by-step:
3 levels of worksheets for each set of questions:
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Reading Comprehension Fiction Bundle Passages Activities Notes STAAR 3rd 4th 5th
By Magen Crim
Simplify fiction for 3rd-5th graders with 16 mini-lessons, STAAR practice, passages, activities, 144 small group cards, anchor charts, and model text. Topics: Characters, Context Clues, Story Elements, Inference, Main Idea, and more!
A low-prep bundle designed to help students master reading comprehension in a fun and structured way within the Fiction Genre.
➡️ Why You Will Love
⭐A lesson plan that is planned and prepped so you get your planning time back!
⭐Science of reading-aligned strategies for students to apply to their reading.
⭐Real-world connections so that students see how the skill is applied to their everyday lives.
⭐Flexible Format to integrate into any curriculum.
➡️ What’s 16 Skills are Included
➡️ What’s Included
➡️ How to Use Suggestions
Bring Reading to life with this incredible resource today!
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➡️ ADDITIONAL SUPPORTS
Mini-Lessons
Activity Packs
STAAR Prep
Short and Extended Constructed Responses
Figurative Language Lesson Graphic Organizer Activity Center Warm up 3rd 4th 5th
By Magen Crim
Engage 3rd-5th graders with a figurative language lesson: bell ringer, guided notes, ELA STAAR practice, activities, anchor chart, model passage, and exit ticket—ideal for intervention, stations, STAAR prep, independent reading comprehension, and differentiated supports!
A low-prep lesson designed to help learners master figurative language and imagery in a fun and structured way within the Fiction Genre.
➡️ Why You Will Love
⭐A lesson plan that is planned and prepped so you get your planning time back!
⭐Science of reading-aligned strategies for students to apply to their reading.
⭐Real-world connections so that students see how the skill is applied to their everyday lives.
⭐Flexible Format to integrate into any curriculum.
⭐Differentiated small group instruction cards to help you reach every learner in your classroom.
➡️ What’s Included
Detailed Mini-Lesson Plan
Warm Up
Anchor Chart
Real-World Connections
Interactive Adventure Google Lesson Slides
Teacher Model Text
Guided Notes
Guided Practice with key terms
Differentiated Small Group Instruction Cards
Independent Practice Student Activity: Maze
Exit Ticket
➡️ How to Use Suggestions
Begin with a warm-up to spark curiosity and introduce the day’s focus.
Teach with the anchor chart, lesson slides, model text, guided practice, and guided doodle notes, encouraging students to make connections.
Engage students with a story-driven adventure lesson.
Provide scaffolded practice using small group instruction and independent activities.
Wrap up with an exit ticket to assess understanding and inform future lessons.
Use Google Slides and Adobe to assign or download resources.
Your students will love the adventure lesson, variety, and engagement provided in this resource! Bring Figurative Language to life with this resource!
➡️ LET’S CONNECT
Follow ELA Vibes to get updates on new resources!
➡️ Additional Supports
Mini-Lessons
Activity Packs
STAAR Prep
Short and Extended Constructed Responses
Author's Purpose Lesson Graphic Organizer Activity Centers Warm up 3rd 4th 5th
By Magen Crim
Engage 3rd-5th graders with an author’s purpose lesson: bell ringer, guided notes, ELA STAAR practice, activities, anchor chart, model passage, and exit ticket—ideal for intervention, stations, STAAR prep, independent reading comprehension, and differentiated supports!
A low-prep lesson designed to help learners master the author’s purpose in a fun and structured way within the Fiction Genre.
➡️ Why You Will Love
⭐A lesson plan that is planned and prepped so you get your planning time back!
⭐Science of reading-aligned strategies for students to apply to their reading.
⭐Real-world connections so that students see how the skill is applied to their everyday lives.
⭐Flexible Format to integrate into any curriculum.
⭐Differentiated small group instruction cards to help you reach every learner in your classroom.
➡️ What’s Included
Detailed Mini-Lesson Plan
Warm Up
Anchor Chart
Real-World Connections
Interactive Adventure Google Lesson Slides
Teacher Model Text
Guided Notes
Guided Practice with key terms
Differentiated Small Group Instruction Cards
Student Activity: Color by Number
Exit Ticket
➡️ How to Use Suggestions
Your students will love the adventure lesson, variety, and engagement provided in this resource! Bring Author’s Purpose to life with this resource!
➡️ LET’S CONNECT
Follow ELA Vibes to get updates on new resources!
➡️ Additional Supports
Mini-Lessons
Activity Packs
STAAR Prep
Short and Extended Constructed Responses
Context Clues Lesson Notes Activity Centers Warm up Exit Ticket 3rd 4th 5th
By Magen Crim
Engage 3rd-5th graders with a context clues fiction lesson: bell ringer, guided notes, ELA STAAR practice, activities, anchor chart, model passage, and exit ticket—ideal for intervention, stations, STAAR prep, and independent reading comprehension work!
A low-prep lesson designed to help learners master context clues in a fun and structured way within the Fiction Genre.
➡️ Why You Will Love
⭐A lesson plan that is planned and prepped so you get your planning time back!
⭐Science of reading-aligned strategies for students to apply to their reading.
⭐Real-world connections so that students see how the skill is applied to their everyday lives.
⭐Flexible Format to integrate into any curriculum.
⭐Differentiated small group instruction cards to help you reach every learner in your classroom.
➡️ What’s Included
Detailed Mini-Lesson Plan
Warm Up
Anchor Chart
Real-World Connections
Interactive Adventure Google Lesson Slides
Teacher Model Text
Guided Notes
Guided Practice with key terms
Differentiated Small Group Instruction Cards
Student Activity: Mystery Picture Reveal
Exit Ticket
➡️ How to Use Suggestions
Your students will love the adventure lesson, variety, and engagement provided in this resource! Bring Context Clues to life with this resource!
➡️ LET’S CONNECT
Follow ELA Vibes to get updates on new resources!
➡️ Additional Supports
Mini-Lessons
Activity Packs
STAAR Prep
Short and Extended Constructed Responses
Summary Paraphrasing Lesson Activity Centers Warm up Exit Ticket 3rd 4th 5th
By Magen Crim
Engage 3rd-5th graders with a summary paraphrasing lesson: bell ringer, guided notes, ELA STAAR practice, activities, anchor chart, model passage, and exit ticket—ideal for intervention, stations, STAAR prep, and independent reading comprehension work!
A low-prep lesson designed to help learners master summary, retell, and paraphrase in a fun and structured way within the Fiction Genre.
➡️ Why You Will Love
⭐A lesson plan that is planned and prepped so you get your planning time back!
⭐Science of reading-aligned strategies for students to apply to their reading.
⭐Real-world connections so that students see how the skill is applied to their everyday lives.
⭐Flexible Format to integrate into any curriculum.
⭐Differentiated small group instruction cards to help you reach every learner in your classroom.
➡️ What’s Included
➡️ How to Use Suggestions
Begin with a warm-up to spark curiosity and introduce the day’s focus.
Teach with the anchor chart, lesson slides, model text, guided practice, and guided doodle notes, encouraging students to make connections.
Engage students with a story-driven adventure lesson.
Provide scaffolded practice using small group instruction and independent activities.
Wrap up with an exit ticket to assess understanding and inform future lessons.
Use Google Slides and Adobe to assign or download resources.
Your students will love the adventure lesson, variety, and engagement provided in this resource! Bring Summary to life with this resource!
➡️ LET’S CONNECT
Follow ELA Vibes to get updates on new resources!
➡️ Additional Supports
Mini-Lessons
Activity Packs
STAAR Prep
Short and Extended Constructed Responses
FREEBIE iCVC Animal CVC Words Worksheet and Photo Hunt
By Kaisha Louis
Consonant Vowel Consonant (CVC) Strategies
Check out samples on my Instagram: @icvc.early.learning
Teachers Helping Teachers:
Vocabulary instruction is an important component of literacy instruction in preschool. It also provides children with an understanding of a variety of words which in turn can help with later reading comprehension. When a child is exposed to vocabulary in a vocabulary. A child needs to be taught vocabulary in many different ways.
Using Quizlet At The Younger Levels:
Below you are going to find a nice review quizlet made by icvc.early.learning that seeks to provide a great review resource for you. QUIZLET: https://quizlet.com/884353827/icvc-animal-cvc-words-worksheet-and-photo-hunt-flash-cards/?i=3b2vg\&x=1qqt
Save the link and use it to do any or all of the following:
*Create Review flashcards to send home of the CVC words and the sentences tried out in class
*You can play games with them
*Share the link with parents- they can hit play in the car or at home to have the flashcards flip through and review items learned in class
*You can hit play to preview the terms and sentences or review them with your kiddos
*I LOVE doing repeat-after-me activities where the Quizlet reads it and then my kiddos repeat it.
*projecting onto your board, then sounding out the words together it key with the focus being on JUST the words and sentences without the busy pictures and activities around them.
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ELA Fall Text Structure Activity Color Coding Worksheets Grades 3 - 5
By MrsBaileyandHerClass
Unlock the power of comprehension with our Printable Color-Coding Nonfiction Text Structure Worksheets! Designed for grades 3-5, this engaging resource helps students master essential reading and writing skills through the visual aid of color coding.
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Transform your classroom into a vibrant learning environment and watch your students excel in their reading and writing skills. Perfect for independent practice, small group work, or whole-class instruction!
Purchase now and empower your students to master text structures with confidence!
I hope you find this resource just as helpful for your students as it has been for mine!
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Winter Reading Comprehension Passages | Story Elements, Plot Elements Grades 4-6
By MrsBaileyandHerClass
Boost your students' understanding of story elements and plot structure with this comprehensive printable pack of 10 winter themed reading comprehension passages designed for grades 4-6. Each passage explores story elements like characters, setting, plot, and structure through engaging, winter themed, age-appropriate content. Perfect for reinforcing plot comprehension and encouraging students to delve deeper into narrative details.
With two activity worksheet options per passage, this pack provides flexibility and variety:
This resource contains 50 pages total, making it easy to print and go for fast, effective lesson planning. Ideal for ELA classrooms in grades 4-6, each activity comes with an answer key for efficient assessment.
Why You’ll Love This Resource:
Use this winter themed story elements pack to deepen plot comprehension and improve students’ ability to analyze and understand story structure—all while fostering a love of reading!
I hope you find this resource just as helpful for your students as it has been for mine!
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Story Elements & Plot Structure Comprehension Passages Worksheets Grades 4-6 ELA
By MrsBaileyandHerClass
Boost your students' understanding of story elements and plot structure with this comprehensive printable pack of 10 reading comprehension passages designed for grades 4-6. Each passage explores story elements like characters, setting, plot, and structure through engaging, age-appropriate content. Perfect for reinforcing plot comprehension and encouraging students to delve deeper into narrative details.
With two activity worksheet options per passage, this pack provides flexibility and variety:
This resource contains 50 pages total, making it easy to print and go for fast, effective lesson planning. Ideal for ELA classrooms in grades 4-6, each activity comes with an answer key for efficient assessment.
Why You’ll Love This Resource:
Use this story elements pack to deepen plot comprehension and improve students’ ability to analyze and understand story structure—all while fostering a love of reading!
I hope you find this resource just as helpful for your students as it has been for mine!
How to Earn TeachShare Credits for Future Purchases:
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January Writing Prompts 1st Grade New Year Reading Comprehension Bundle
By Chasity Giddens
Keep your students engaged all month long with this January Writing Prompts 1st Grade and 1st Grade New Year Reading Comprehension bundle!
This pack includes:
✨ January Writing Prompts with Crafts – 20 fun prompts paired with adorable winter-themed crafts. Great for morning work, centers, or writing practice!
MLK & New Year Reading Comprehension Passages – Build reading skills with passages about Martin Luther King Jr. and the New Year, complete with three differentiated questions for each passage.
❄️ Why Teachers Love It:
✔️ Perfect for 1st-grade learners
✔️ Supports creativity and comprehension
✔️ Fun, seasonal themes for January lessons
Boost engagement and learning in your classroom with this ready-to-use bundle!
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Blends and Digraphs Phonics Decodable Passages with Comprehension Questions
By Chasity Giddens
Hi Friends! This is a BUNDLE of my Decodable Passages with Comprehension Questions! These resources are perfect for first graders and emerging readers working on decoding and understanding text. Each passage focuses on specific phonics skills aligned with the Science of Reading, making it an excellent tool for reinforcing foundational reading skills.
Every passage includes comprehension questions to encourage students to find answers directly in the text. These are perfect for small groups, reading centers, independent practice, or homework!
What’s Currently Included?
- L Blends Reading Comprehension Passages
- Digraphs ch/tch Decodable Reading Passages
- S Blends Decodable Passages
- R Blends Passages
- Sh and Th Digraph Passages
- Ng and Nk Digraph Passages
Why You’ll Love This Bundle:
- Targets key phonics skills with decodable passages
- Includes text-based comprehension questions for extra practice
- Aligned with best practices in phonics and reading instruction
Perfect For:
- Reading Centers
- Small Group Instruction
- Homework Practice
- Intervention Programs
These passages are designed to support readers in developing decoding, fluency, and comprehension. They include targeted skills like blends, digraphs, comprehension, and text evidence, ensuring students get plenty of meaningful practice.
If this sounds like something your students will love, grab the bundle today and start using the included resources immediately! Don’t forget to leave feedback—it helps others and earns you TeachShare credits for future purchases.
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More Phonics Resources You'll Love: Blends and Digraphs Phonics Decodable Passages with Comprehension Questions – A growing bundle of passages focusing on blends and digraphs to reinforce foundational reading skills.
S Blends Decodable Passages with Comprehension Questions – Engaging stories to master S blends while building fluency and comprehension.
L Blends Decodable Passages with Comprehension Questions – Help students decode L blends with fun, interactive passages.
Digraphs ch/tch Decodable Passages with Comprehension Questions – Focus on "ch" and "tch" sounds with comprehension-focused activities.
Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions 1st Grade & Fluency Practice Bundle – A comprehensive bundle for monthly and holiday-themed reading practice.
Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions 1st Grade & Fluency Practice Bundle
By Chasity Giddens
This is a GROWING BUNDLE of my 1st Grade Reading Passages with Comprehension Questions! These resources are designed to help first-grade teachers solve the challenge of finding high-quality, engaging, and low-prep reading comprehension materials that align with monthly and holiday themes.
With 20 passages per month, this bundle is perfect for teachers looking for ready-to-use resources that promote fluency, text-based comprehension, and confidence in their readers. Each passage includes text-dependent comprehension questions, making it easy for students to practice finding answers directly in the text.
What’s Currently Included?
What’s Coming Next?
This growing bundle will include 12 months of reading comprehension passages.
When you purchase this bundle now, you’ll lock in the current price and receive all future updates for free! As more months are added, the price will increase, and once complete, this bundle will value at $36+!
Why You’ll Love This Bundle:
Why You Will LOVE This Bundle
Teachers often spend hours searching for meaningful reading comprehension materials that fit into their monthly curriculum and holiday units. This bundle provides a consistent, high-quality resource every month, ensuring your students get engaging and purposeful practice without the extra planning time.
These 1st Grade Reading Passages with Comprehension Questions are designed to support young readers in developing confidence, fluency, and comprehension all year long.
Grab this bundle today to start using the included passages immediately, and watch your students grow as readers! Don’t forget to leave feedback—it helps others and earns you TeachShare credits for future purchases.
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1st Grade Busy Work Packet Text Evidence, Math, Christmas Morning Work, & MORE
By Chasity Giddens
Looking for the perfect Christmas 1st Grade Busy Work Packet? This holiday bundle includes text evidence comprehension passages and math practice activities packed into over 40 pages of engaging, no-prep materials. With a math and reading comprehension sheet for every school day in December, this resource will keep students focused, learning, and on task right up until Christmas break.
What’s Included:
Perfect For:
Enjoy extra time to focus on grading, planning, or even just taking a moment to breathe—this resource has everything you need to make your December stress-free and successful. Get your Christmas 1st Grade Busy Work Packet today and keep your classroom running smoothly all month long!
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