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Preview of End of the Year Break Activities Digital Resources Mystery Game - Team Building

End of the Year Break Activities Digital Resources Mystery Game - Team Building

Are you ready to watch reading comprehension skills skyrocket before the end of the year break?!  Students will work together to solve the mystery AND practice a variety of academic skills including; inferencing, critical thinking, problem solving, reading comprehension, and much more!  The material is so fun and engaging, students won't even know they are actually learning! This activity can be used anytime of year and is a fantastic way to get students excited about learning.⏳ Gameplay: 90 min
Preview of Following Directions Puzzles Beginning or End of Year Activity with Easel

Following Directions Puzzles Beginning or End of Year Activity with Easel

Created by
HappyEdugator
Following directions puzzles are a fun way to teach critical thinking. Great for back to school at the beginning of the year or at the end of the year as standardized test preparation. Five challenging puzzles that gifted and talented students enjoy, too! In the first puzzle, cross words off a table according to the directions provided to reveal an inspirational quote about life. In the next puzzle, follow directions to travel the world to catch a thief. In the third puzzle, rearrange letters to
Preview of Would You Rather Sampler - Fun Questions for Discussion, Writing Prompts, & More

Would You Rather Sampler - Fun Questions for Discussion, Writing Prompts, & More

Created by
Rachel Lynette
Dive into writing prompts, classroom discussion, and more with our exclusive sampler from Would You Rather Questions!!These 18 digital or print Would You Rather questions are great for discussion, class polls, writing prompts, language building, facilitating higher-level thinking, brain breaks, building community, and more! This sampler gives you a taste of our comprehensive Would You Rather resource that promises to make learning engaging and effective.Try before you buy!Purchase this sampler f
Preview of BRAIN TEASERS VOL. 1 – Logic, Word Sense, Puzzles, Lateral Thinking – Fun Stuff

BRAIN TEASERS VOL. 1 – Logic, Word Sense, Puzzles, Lateral Thinking – Fun Stuff

Created by
Laura Randazzo
Entertain and challenge your teens with this compelling collection of brain-twisting presentation slides in PDF & Google Slides format. There are many different ways you might want to use these 76 slides (38 questions + 38 answer key slides) in your classroom, including:1. Use as a routine bell-ringer activity to begin class one day each week. I use these as Brain Teaser Tuesdays (I enjoy alliteration), but they’ll work great any day of the week.2. Use them as a sponge activity to soak up th
Preview of Teaching Figurative Language Techniques WORKSHEETS

Teaching Figurative Language Techniques WORKSHEETS

Created by
Stacey Lloyd
Do you want to help your students understand a wide range of figurative language techniques? These worksheets will do just that. Each worksheet contains information and examples on each technique (which can be cut off and make for great notes in their books), as well as practice exercises. Answer keys are also provided. **************************************************************************LOOKING FOR A DIGITAL VERSION? These worksheets are designed to be printed and completed on paper. If yo
Preview of End of the Year Activities - Reading Comprehension - Digital Resources

End of the Year Activities - Reading Comprehension - Digital Resources

Are you ready to watch reading comprehension skills skyrocket before the end of the year break?!  This mystery game digital resource is great for team building. Students will work together to solve the mystery AND practice a variety of academic skills including; inferencing, critical thinking, problem solving, reading comprehension, and much more!  The material is so fun and engaging, students won't even know they are actually learning! This activity can be used anytime of year and is a fantast
Preview of All About Me Crocs! Fun Back to School Activity - Beginning Of the Year Activity

All About Me Crocs! Fun Back to School Activity - Beginning Of the Year Activity

Created by
Elementaryista
All About Me Crocs! Back-to-School ActivitiesThis all about me craft is Crocs themed. So many of my kiddos are designing their Crocs to fit their personalities. It is the perfect activity for getting to know your kids on the first day or week back to school. They can truly let their personalities shine through with this one. Students draw, color, cut, and glue the charms onto their crocs. What's Included:8 Super Fun Coloring Pages3 Crocs (1 for the art about me piece, 2 for written out goals and
Preview of Nonfiction Text Features Scavenger Hunt Summarizing Informational Text Graphic

Nonfiction Text Features Scavenger Hunt Summarizing Informational Text Graphic

✨BEST-SELLER✨ This nonfiction graphic organizer works w/ any type of informational text or nonfiction passage: use it again & again. Students love the non-fiction text activities like the Nonfiction Text Features scavenger hunt & the fun dice Nonfiction Game | Nonfiction Reading response worksheet. Perfect for summarizing nonfiction text, teaching nonfiction reading skills, nonfiction centers, no-prep sub-plans, close reading, teaching nonfiction reading strategies, informational writing
Preview of Tile Coaster Mother's Day Craft & Father's Day Gift, Card, Questionnaire, Tags

Tile Coaster Mother's Day Craft & Father's Day Gift, Card, Questionnaire, Tags

Are you looking for the perfect Mother's Day craft or Father's Day craft to make at school?! These hand-drawn Mother’s Day and Father’s Day DIY tile coasters, foldable cards, printable questionnaires, and gift tags are easy to create. Plus, they make a super cute Mother’s Day gift or Father’s Day gift that is kid-created! Your students' loved ones are sure to cherish this special keepsake forever!RESOURCES INCLUDED:4 tile templates (mom, mum, dad, any special person)10 foldable cards8 questionna
Preview of Speed Debating Engaging Persuasive Activity: Practice Ethos, Pathos, & Logos

Speed Debating Engaging Persuasive Activity: Practice Ethos, Pathos, & Logos

Looking for an engaging way to practice ethos, pathos, and logos? Want to practice debating in preparation for a formal debate? Just want to have some FUN and hit the listening and speaking standards? Feel like challenging your students to think fast on their feet? Don't know what else to teach tomorrow?Look no further, because this is it. I am not exaggerating when I say "Speed Debating" is the BEST lesson I've ever taught. It's one of those activities that is so student-directed that you, as t
Preview of Inference Task Cards Reading Comprehension Passages Making Inferences Activities

Inference Task Cards Reading Comprehension Passages Making Inferences Activities

Are your students in need of repeat practice when it comes to making inferences? Finding short, manageable practice that does not overwhelm students can be challenging.These 20 inference task cards with text-dependent reading comprehension questions are the perfect solution to give your students the practice they need. The use of short well-known fiction stories will help engage your students as they practice answering multiple-choice and constructed response questions using inferencing. Great f
Preview of Titanic! Nonfiction Text Features & Comparing Multiple Accounts 4-8 NO PREP

Titanic! Nonfiction Text Features & Comparing Multiple Accounts 4-8 NO PREP

Created by
Lovin Lit
Spice up your lessons with this Titanic Pack! Students practice identifying and using nonfiction text features in natural context. They'll also compare multiple accounts of survivor stories. Just like all of my other activity packs, these lessons are FUN, extremely high-interest, organized, RIGOROUS, and ready to teach today!*NOTE* - This product is included in my Spring Bundle. Purchase the bundle to receive an exclusive Easter Mini-Pack!Your students will:Construct an 11 page "book" in their i
Preview of Greek Mythology Activities, Research Pennant, Sketchnotes, Creative, and Fun

Greek Mythology Activities, Research Pennant, Sketchnotes, Creative, and Fun

Created by
Danielle Knight
Are you a fan of hands-on student engagement? This Greek Mythology Greek Gods learning tool is so much fun and loaded with visuals to boost your mythology teaching lessons. Students will love their Greek Gods and Goddesses pennant and sketch notes pages, with the added bonus of accessing the digital resource compatible with Google Drive.Includes:★complete make your pennant printables for teaching Greek Mythology and Greek Gods★complete set of sketch notes pages delivered to you via a link to a
Preview of Author's Purpose - It's All About PIE - Anchor Charts

Author's Purpose - It's All About PIE - Anchor Charts

Created by
Cindy Gilchrist
****This kit is now available as part of a money-saving BUNDLE! Check it out here (Click on the title): Save With A Bundle: Author's Purpose - All About PIE and Reader's Tool Box Get ready for the first day and week of school! Updated to include a fourth optional poster for Explain. See preview file! A fun way to introduce Author's Purpose to any grade level! I used the P.I.E. acronym (Persuade, Inform, Entertain) but took it to the next level by actually using pie as the text examples. P
Preview of Depth and Complexity Critical Thinking Literature Circles Book Clubs

Depth and Complexity Critical Thinking Literature Circles Book Clubs

Created by
Teacher Thrive
Add some depth and complexity to traditional Literature Circles with this complete and ready-to-use resource!You will be amazed by the level of discussion and critical thinking that will take place among your students. Each Literature Circle role (listed below) is directly connected to 11 elements of critical thinking: Big Ideas, Rules, Trends, Patterns, Language of the Discipline, Ethics, Relationships Over Time, Details, Unanswered Questions, Across Disciplines, and Multiple Perspectives). Ju
Preview of Solar System Create, Facts, and Fill Ins on a String Interactive Science Fun!

Solar System Create, Facts, and Fill Ins on a String Interactive Science Fun!

Created by
Danielle Knight
Solar System: On A String Interactive {Create, Facts, and Fill Ins}The entire solar system is included in this pack.Once assembled your students will love that it will actually look like the solar system in the order in which the planets appear. There are dashed guidelines for cutting and on the back of each planet is a fill ins page. Requires 8.5 by 11 paper total of 14 pages – one set of full color art and one set of black line art for your students to color.The back of each planet asks – how
Preview of Main Idea Task Cards Reading Comprehension Passages Central Idea & Key Details

Main Idea Task Cards Reading Comprehension Passages Central Idea & Key Details

Are your students in need of repeat practice when it comes to finding the main idea? Finding short, manageable practice that does not overwhelm students can be challenging.These 20 main idea task cards with text-dependent reading comprehension questions are the perfect solution to give your students the practice they need.The use of short well-known fiction stories and modern informational text articles will help engage your students as they practice answering multiple-choice and constructed res
Preview of RACES Strategy Posters for Constructed Response

RACES Strategy Posters for Constructed Response

Created by
eduyaytion
UPDATED version added 5/31/24!Teach your students how to use the RACES strategy to master answering any constructed response question easily!Included:-RACE/RACES/RACER strategy posters for each letter with sentence stems for students to use (B&W, Black Fill, and Color versions)-RACE/RACES/RACER strategy book marks-RACE/RACES/RACER strategy graphic organizer*all in color and b&w
Preview of Pop Art Fall & Thanksgiving Coloring Pages + Writing by Art with Jenny K.!

Pop Art Fall & Thanksgiving Coloring Pages + Writing by Art with Jenny K.!

Created by
Art with Jenny K
Art with Jenny K.'s proven, time-tested resources make your life as a teacher easier by saving you time! They are fun and engaging for kids and are super easy, no-prep for you! AWJK's Pop Art Thanksgiving and Fall coloring pages have been thrilling kids and teachers for over a decade! I have included 8 different seasonal designs in this set. ALL designs include two variations, one which is pre-filled with patterns (for the younger kids) and one which invites the kids to fill in their own patter
Preview of Modern Boho ASL Alphabet Poster | Neutral Classroom Decor | Print | Cursive

Modern Boho ASL Alphabet Poster | Neutral Classroom Decor | Print | Cursive

Created by
ThatKinderMama
This is a MODERN BOHO DALMATIAN ASL ANIMAL alphabet set. The neutral colors would suit any grade level classroom. What's included:5 styles of ASL Alphabet PostersDesign One: Boho Dalmatian ABC print with colored handsDesign Two: Boho Colors ABC print with colored handsDesign Three: Boho Colors ABC print with black & white handsDesign Four: Boho Dalmatian cursive with colored handsDesign Five: Boho Colors cursive ABC with colored hands2 styles of Animal Alphabet PostersDesign One: Boho Colors
Preview of End of the Year Activity | Spring Interactive Coloring Pages by Art with Jenny K

End of the Year Activity | Spring Interactive Coloring Pages by Art with Jenny K

Created by
Art with Jenny K
Art with Jenny K. is the originator of these innovative, engaging, add-a-pattern "interactive" coloring sheets. This set of “Pop Art-style” coloring sheets features a variety of Spring images that make a great accompaniment to your springtime celebrations. There are 4 interactive pages and 4 pattern-filled pages included in this Spring activity—appropriate for all ages. Writing prompts are also included!Students add bold patterns to different spring symbols and then color their designs to produc
Preview of Pop Art Halloween Coloring Pages + Writing Activity | Pumpkins, Spiders, Bats...

Pop Art Halloween Coloring Pages + Writing Activity | Pumpkins, Spiders, Bats...

Created by
Art with Jenny K
The original Pop Art Halloween interactive coloring pages. These coloring sheets make for a unique, engaging Halloween activity. I have designs for bats, spider, witch hat, pumpkin, black cat, and a ghost (with writing prompts). Use my popular interactive coloring sheets to add some fun to your festivities in October for Halloween. Students add bold patterns to different Halloween symbols and then color their designs to produce a Pop Art-styled Halloween picture! Included are both interactive an
Preview of Patriotic Coloring Pages w/ Designs for 4th of July (and Other Occasions!)

Patriotic Coloring Pages w/ Designs for 4th of July (and Other Occasions!)

Created by
Art with Jenny K
American Symbols Patriotic Coloring Pages: This set of my interactive coloring sheets (with writing prompts) includes American patriotic symbols appropriate for:September 11thPatriot DayConstitution Day Memorial DayPresidents' DayVeterans' DayFlag Day4th of July...and any American history unit. Students add bold patterns to different Patriotic American symbols and then color their designs to produce a Pop Art-styled artwork. These coloring pages are fun, easy, and unique. It's a sure winner with
Preview of Plagiarism Lecture, Game-Based Approach to Introduce/Reinforce Plagiarism Rules

Plagiarism Lecture, Game-Based Approach to Introduce/Reinforce Plagiarism Rules

Created by
Laura Randazzo
You know you need to show your students the right way to handle sourced material to prevent plagiarism, but the subject matter can be so dry, causing teens to tune out during your lecture. To fix this, use a lecture disguised as a game to help cover the basics of proper MLA source citation and plagiarism rules.This product includes a projectable “game” of PDF slides (shh...it’s really a lecture – don’t tell our students) with concrete, real-world examples of how source citations should be handle
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Importance of learning English language arts

English language arts (ELA) concepts — reading, writing, listening, and speaking — empower students to become effective communicators, critical thinkers, and lifelong learners. They are the foundation for all other types of learning as students must rely on ELA skills to master content from other subject areas and communicate what they’ve learned.

Strong reading skills can help students make sense of written content, and gather information for further analysis. Writing skills can help students articulate their ideas, construct arguments, and synthesize information. And speaking and listening skills empower students to clearly present their ideas, participate in group discussions, and collaborate with their classmates. This is why teaching English language arts is critically important for student’s success in school and beyond.

Benefits of learning English language arts

Learning English language arts offers many benefits to students both in school and beyond. It helps students:

  • Develop effective communication skills
  • Build critical thinking and analytical skills
  • Nurture their creativity and imagination

By ensuring that students have a solid foundation in English language arts, teachers can help set them up for future success.

Discover printable and digital English language arts resources

On TPT, English language arts resources come in various forms: from interactive notebooks and task cards to small-group activities and individual worksheets. They can be used to enhance learning, assess a student’s mastery of ELA concepts, or to reteach a tricky concept. By incorporating ELA resources from TPT into your teaching toolbox, you can create an engaging learning experience that strengthens students’ understanding of ELA concepts.

If you’re a teacher or parent looking for printable and digital English language arts worksheets, TPT has an extensive collection of resources across topics and grade levels. No matter what ELA topic your students are working on — whether you’re teaching the parts of speech to 1st graders or argumentative essay writing to 10th graders — TPT has instructional materials that are designed to help with any ELA learning need. With plenty of TPT resources at your fingertips, teaching and learning ELA will be so much easier.

Frequently asked questions about teaching English language arts

What types of English language arts lessons are available on TPT?

There are many different types of English language arts resources sold by Sellers on TPT. Some popular ELA lessons include reading, writing, phonics, vocabulary, spelling, and creative writing.

How do I find English language arts lessons on TPT?

Educators can save time preparing English language arts lessons with resources created by experienced teachers. Simply start a search for ELA resources on the TPT marketplace, and filter by grade level, price, and/or resource type to find materials that've been proven to work in classrooms like yours. No matter what you’re teaching, there are plenty of ELA lessons and activities sold by Sellers on TPT that are tailored to meet your students' skill levels.

How can I make my English language arts lessons fun and engaging?

Students learn best when they're engaged! Sprinkle a little fun into your English Language Arts lessons by using manipulatives, pairing unusual texts like poems and short films together, or doing an escape room activity.