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5th grade astronomy literature circles
Ancient Stories of the 12 Zodiac Constellations
This resource all about the ANCIENT STORIES of the 12 ZODIAC CONSTELLATIONS is to be used as an extension to your current curriculum. If your students have shown interest in the STARS and SPACE, then this might be exactly what you're looking for to spice up your current unit!THIS RESOURCE INCLUDES:* Ancient Stories of the 12 Zodiac Constellations mini-booklet that explains the stories behind each of the 12 constellations.* Writing Connection- with 2 suggested writing activities* Lined paper for
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3rd - 5th
Solar Eclipse 2024, Writing, Reading, Crafts, Research, Vocabulary, & Class Book
Study the 2024 Solar Eclipse with this unit full of exciting activities, research guides, page topper crafts, writing prompts, adorable crafts, class books, party ideas, editable parent letters, and so much more! This resource was designed for 3rd - 6th graders to celebrate and study Solar Eclipses. This is the perfect resource for a variety of grade levels! ***THIS is an updated version as requested by my followers for 3rd - 5th graders. I designed this resource with 3rd - 5th grade in mind - t
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3rd - 5th
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5-ESS1-2
, 4-ESS1-1
Hello Universe Novel Study
This product is a comprehensive set of instructional materials for teaching Hello, Universe by Erin Entrada Kelly. With over 100+ Common Core aligned materials, students will develop their literacy skills while deeply engaging with the novel. Plus, the fiction close reading activities, the literary analysis resources, Astronomy and constellation readings and extension activity, projects, vocabulary, assessments, and essays all provide opportunities for your students to practice and apply their l
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5th - 8th
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Jess and Layla's Astronomical Assignment (ReadyGen/Novel Study)
This novel study packet includes questions for the book, "Jess and Layla's Astronomical Assignment," from the 5th grade ReadyGen series. It covers all 5 chapter of the book by including vocabulary, science, and reading comprehension questions! I hope you enjoy this product!
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5th
Big Bear, Big Dipper, How Bear Lost His Tail Lessons - Indigenous Resource
Supporting Indigenous Resources and Reconciliation for Elementary School StudentsThis no-prep, learning resource explores the First Peoples' celestial perspective on the Big Dipper through the Kenyen'keha:ka (one of the Six Nations) traditional story of Big Bear. The traditional story used for this unit can be found at Strong Nations online store and the Apple Book version can be purchased here, at the Apple Store. The story is a great support, but the unit can be completed without it. Included
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2nd - 6th
Also included in: Haudenosaunee BUNDLE - Lessons and Unit Plan
Mars Fiction & Nonfiction Unit - Mazes - Reading Comprehension - Space
This MARS UNIT combines a nonfiction reading passage with fun MAZES to solve. Read it before or after reading A Rover's Story to build background knowledge.The no-prep novel study for A Rover's Story, about a rover's construction and mission to Mars, includes vocabulary and reading comprehension skills in manageable chunks for your students.The informational passage explains about different rovers that NASA has sent to Mars. It's perfect as a stand-alone piece or to build background knowledge.
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4th - 7th
50 Text-Dependent Questions: "Astrophysics for Young People in a Hurry"
This comprehensive set of complex text-dependent questions delves into Neil deGrasse Tyson's captivating book, "Astrophysics for Young People in a Hurry."50+ Thought-provoking Questions: Explore a wide range of topics, from the vastness of the cosmos and the life cycle of stars to the mysteries of dark matter and the Big Bang theory.Multiple Levels of Inquiry: Go beyond basic comprehension with questions that encourage analysis, synthesis, and evaluation.Engaging with the Text: Deepen student un
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4th - 7th
Curiosity the Rover and the Long Trip to Mars
This is an original Reader's Theater script for elementary grades.
It imagines Curiosity the Rover's trip to Mars and what it encounters...
It includes 5 characters and includes a vocabulary list as well.
A fun story based on a relevant event that every student is interested in!
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2nd - 6th
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Fiction and Non-Fiction Reading Comprehension Packet - Comets (Middle School)
In this packet are two expansive reading selections: one is non-fiction (all about comets), the other is fiction (a story about Comet, the Curious Cockapoo). Each selection is followed by a set of literal, inferential, and critical thinking questions to assess comprehension. A writing task and answer keys are also provided.This packet will be great to use for tutoring, homeschooling, reading centers, and for science centers.
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5th - 8th
Solar System Fold Out Activity | Comprehension| Cut and Paste
Create a fun and educational solar system foldable that includes a cut-and-paste activity and comprehension reading activity. This interactive tool will engage students in learning about the planets and their alignment in our solar system. Cut-and-Paste Activity: Provide students with images or names of the planets to cut out and paste in the correct order around the sun at the center of the foldable. This hands-on activity will help reinforce the order of the planets and their distance from th
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3rd - 5th
Myths of the Zodiac with Terrific Comprehension Questions too!
Do you want your students to read some GREAT Greek myths about the stories behind the constellations and zodiac signs? Then this is the product that you need! Great Greek myths for all of the zodiac signs, written in kid friendly language, to keep your students interested and enthusiastic about reading them!Included in this product are:- Myths for each of the zodiac signs/constellations- Anchor Chart: "What is a Myth?"- Written response comprehension questions for each myth that require stude
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4th - 8th
Thirteen Moons on Turtle's Back Poetry Packet
This poetry packet was created to go along with Thirteen Moons on Turtle's Back by Joseph Bruchac. Thirteen Moons on Turtle's Back is a recommended text for Module 1A, Grade 4 ELA on EngageNY.org. Students will be able to meet many of the CCSS while learning more about the history of Native Americans and poetry.
This can be printed out as a poetry packet for each student or handed out daily, as you study each of the thirteen moon poems in the book.
After studying each poem, students are asked
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3rd - 5th
Telescopes, EMS, space exploration, galaxies - Jigsaw activity & answers
A ready-to-go lesson on space telescopes, space exploration of galaxies & their relationship with EMS! Included are the James Webb, Hubble, Kepler, Fermi Gamma Ray & Chandra X-Ray Telescopes. Jigsaw puts a fun spin on the traditional comprehension worksheets allowing them to practice their collaboration skills whilst also working on important synthesising and analysis skills.This resource includes 2 pages of informational text for students to gain understanding about the relationship be
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5th - 10th
Also included in: Astronomy/Space GROWING Bundle
Native American Star Myths
My Native American unit is usually a long one, and in it, I like to incorporate the study of legends. Two hit two birds with one stone; I also add constellations when we study the sky in science, and voila – this Native American Star Legends Unit! It can be completed in one to two weeks, depending on what else you want to add. This file includes:An intro to constellations PowerPoint3 different Native American myths about the Big DipperA constellation creation sheetA Venn diagramI begin by introd
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3rd - 5th
The Orion Constellation Activity Reading Comprehension Crossword
A resource on the Orion constellation including a construction paper activity for Orion and near-by stars. Directions for making the diagram are described and labels and a grading rubric for the diagram are included.There is also a reading comprehension article on Orion, Osiris, and the Ancient Egypt civilization. Multiple choice question sheet with answer key included. A word search and crossword puzzle (2 versions) are also included. Both answer keys provided.Terms of Use Copyright © Dr. Dave'
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3rd - 6th
The Extraordinary Life of Neil Armstrong by Martin Howard - 10 Worksheets
This resource is a twelve page PDF document with activities to do based on the book The Extraordinary Life of Neil Armstrong by Martin Howard and Freda Chiu. This document contains ten worksheets for students.The activities allow the students to reflect on the story and extend their understanding of the themes within this text. There are two pages of comprehension questions, an index activity, a word definition task and research activities plus writing activities. There is also an easy threesy p
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3rd - 6th
What is a star?
Benchmark: SC.5.E.5.1Students will:• review that the sun is a star that emits energy in the form of light and heat.• review that stars are made of gases.• review how stars can be different: brightness, size, temperature/color.• review how a star’s appearance (brightness and size) is affected by its distance from Earth.
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4th - 5th
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5-ESS1-1
Planets Series by Julie Murray Comprehension Packet
Comprehension worksheets for each of the ABDO Book Dash for Planet Series by Julie Murray. The books in this series includes:Planet: Earth by Julie MurrayPlanet: Jupiter by Julie MurrayPlanet: Mars by Julie MurrayPlanet: Mercury by Julie MurrayPlanet: Neptune by Julie MurrayPlanet: Saturn by Julie MurrayPlanet: Uranus by Julie MurrayPlanet: Venus by Julie MurrayI use these books as part of my Solar System curriculum in science. I also use these books as nonfiction reading books.An answer key is
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2nd - 5th
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Space Articles Bundle
This collection is based upon the Britannica School space articles. At the bottom of each sheet is the citation to find the article online that corresponds with that particular worksheet. However, the questions are basic enough that they can be used for most articles or general facts about that particular topic. These worksheets can be used with any science curriculum. They can also be used as nonfiction/informational reading. An answer key is included with each worksheet. They are ready to be
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4th - 7th
Our Solar System Nonfiction Articles Comprehension Packet
This packet is based upon the Britannica School Articles on the solar system and the planets (Reading Level 1). At the bottom of each worksheet is the citation to find the article online that worksheet is based off of. However, the questions are basic enough that they can be used for most articles or general facts about the planet the worksheet is based upon. This worksheet can be used with any science curriculum. It can also be used as nonfiction/informational reading. An answer key is inclu
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3rd - 6th
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Solar System Reader's Theatre- two reading levels
This Reader's Theater is about the Solar System with 10 parts- Narrator and each of the planets. Students will learn the basic information about each planet while expanding their vocabulary and oral language skills.Example text: " Jupiter: Greetings, stargazers! I am Jupiter, the mighty gas giant, the largest of all planets. My swirling storms and enormous size make me a true king of the cosmos. Far beyond me, there's a realm of icy giants - Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune." Simpler version: "Jupit
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3rd - 7th
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MS-ESS1-3
Ocean Tides Explained - reading and questions
This scientific text explains the motions and gravitational forces of the Sun/Earth/Moon system which results in high tides and low tides, neap tides, spring tides, and the king tide. The questions are all open ended short answer to ensure true understanding.
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5th - 8th
Drones for Wendy's Fast-Food: The Adventures of Drone-Boy & Drone-Girl
Drones for Wendy's Fast-Food: The Adventures of Drone-Boy & Drone-Girl Did you know that drones are being used by Wendy's in some locations to deliver their take-out orders? Learn more...Electronics, robotics, and drones!Is it fiction or not? You decide! Drones, astronomy, the Appalachian Trail, fireworks, Halloween… It’s all here! “A modern Fairy tale!” "Adventure!" “Six chapters, 33 pages that can be used as a read-aloud to bring your students
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5th - 8th
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NGSS:
5-ESS3-1
Space Flashcards
These space flashcards are a great way to develop literacy skills for your students. They can be used alone or laminated and added to a sensory bin. Flashcards include the following:- sun & moon- planets- asteroid & comet- astronaut- satellite- Milky Way - Solar System- and moreThe cards are approximately 2.5 x 3.25 inches.
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K - 6th
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