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Other (social studies) Common Core RL.2.1 resources
Scientist and Inventor Research Project Template Brochure & Poster Styles
Research 25 different scientists and inventors - assign one to each student, or follow a group study format where everyone studies the same person. If you keep interactive journals, the flip-flap tri-fold booklets are a good option. If you would prefer a poster format, I have included that as well. This would also work well as an initial activity leading up to a wax museum night.What You'll GetFlip flap /trifold book (brochure style) Poster template25 Black and white images of scientists and Inv
Grades:
2nd - 5th
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Engage NY Module 1 Rain School, Librarian of Basra, Nasreen's Secret School
BUNDLE PLUS!
This is a bundle of books from the Engage NY Module 1 Grade 3
What’s included in this bundle:
1. A page by page guide to close reading of the text Rain School by James Rumford, The Librarian of Basra and Nasreen’s Secret School - both by Jeanette Winter. This includes before, during, and after reading discussions.
2. Three student sheets for writing in response to reading.- focusing on character traits and theme.
3. Three student sheets for retelling – using B, M, E. These sheets f
Grades:
3rd - 4th
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First Responders and Patriot Day (9/11)
If you want to focus on teaching about the importance of first responders in your community on Patriot Day (September 11), this packet is for you! With this packet you'll be able to teach ELA Common Core Standards and Social Studies Standards at the same time! A math sheet with 4 word problems is also included.
This packet contains:
First Responders Are – Allow your students the opportunity to choose which first responder they would like to find character traits for. Have your students colo
Grades:
K - 3rd
Cinderella Around the World: ELA Comparing Multicultural Versions
Cinderella Around the World has been circulating for over 1000 years! In this ELA/Social Studies Unit, kids will read and compare 5 multicultural versions. We have fantastic cultural information for the teacher, plus comprehension activities tailored to each book, a mapping activity, comparative literature activities, writing prompts, and more! Included in this thorough packet are:Teacher’s Cultural Guide (with video links and cultural information)Visual organizer comparison chart of 5 books: fo
Grades:
2nd - 4th
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Economics
Need a simplified way to teacher your students about economics. If so, then this is the unit for you! You will find simplified materials in this unit to save you a ton of planning time and allow your students to have a hands-on approach to economics through a variety of reading passages and activities. Easy to use for both student and teacher.Engaginghands-on resource includes:Book suggestionsLesson suggestionsEconomics fictional reading passage designed to show supply, demand, limited resourc
Grades:
2nd - 3rd
Also included in: Social Studies Bundle
Weslandia by Paul Fleischman Lesson Plan and Activities
A guided reading or interactive read aloud lesson plan for the mentor text picture book Weslandia by Paul Fleischman and Kevin Hawkes. A great book for the end of the school year or talking about civilizations or communities. Lessons and activities focus on:Summarizing key details (4 strategies: narrative retell, timeline, graphic organizer, Somebody Wanted But Then So)analyzing key ideas and eventsdescribing author's message / lessoncomparing and contrasting with a Venn diagramMain idea and de
Grades:
2nd - 5th
Winter Christmas Around the World Reading Passages Kwanzaa, Hanukkah No Prep
Teaching Holidays Around the World Traditions and Celebrations has never been easier or engaging! This no prep worksheet bundle packed with Hanukkah activities, Christmas writing prompts, Hanukkah activities, Kwanzaa graphic organizers and reading passages are perfect for independent work during the busy winter december month when teachers are very busy! Use in december centers, morning work, early finishers, homework and sub plans. Set up December Centers in your room where your students can l
Grades:
1st - 3rd
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Myths & The 12 Olympian Gods (PDF& Google Slides) 62 Pages of Resources
2 Versions - PDF & Google Slides (editable)-62 Pages each-Myth genre anchor charts-Description of 12 important Greek Olympian gods/goddesses (Apollo, Athena, Zeus, Artemis, Hermes, Demeter, Ares, Dionysus, Aphrodite, Hera, Poseidon, Hephaestus)-Age-appropriate myth related to each gods or goddesses-Coloring Page for each god/goddess-Differentiated Worksheets for each of the myths related to the 12 gods/goddesses (both printable & student response digitally editable)-Glossary of terms -L
Grades:
2nd - 4th
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TOMIE DEPAOLA LEGENDS: READING COMPREHENSION & EXTENSIONS UNIT OF STUDY
Tomie dePaola is a beloved author and illustrator of children's books, known for his use of storytelling to teach important values and lessons. Many of his books are based on legends and folktales from various cultures, which he adapts and retells in his own unique style.By using legends as a basis for his stories, dePaola is able to impart important cultural and moral values to young readers. For example, in his book "The Legend of the Bluebonnet," he retells a Native American legend that teach
Grades:
2nd - 4th
Also included in: TOMIE dePAOLA: AUTHOR BUNDLE WITH AUTHOR STUDY & 7 BOOKS FEATURED
LAST STOP ON MARKET STREET-Matt De LaPena - READING LESSONS/EXTENSION ACTIVITIES
The Teacher's Guide for Last Stop on Market Street by Matt de la Peña is a comprehensive resource designed to enhance the reading experience for students. It offers a detailed breakdown of the book's themes, characters, and literary elements, making it an ideal tool for educators to facilitate meaningful classroom discussions. The guide includes a variety of extension activities that encourage critical thinking, creativity, and social awareness. From exploring the story's messages about communit
Grades:
2nd - 4th
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Guided Reading Questions Angel Child, Dragon Child (cc aligned)
There are 13 vocab words the teacher can define with students. There are also 13 questions and one essay that will require students to go back to the text for evidence.
Grades:
2nd - 4th
Valentines Day Guided Reading Passage- Cupid
This is a guided reading passage with standards based questions about the mythology behind our favorite Valentine's Day icon. The passage is an adapted version of the story from Roman mythology. The passage is around a reading level O-P and a lexile level of 600-690. A great way to infuse academics with Valentine's Day!
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Grades:
2nd - 5th
The Poppy Lady by Barbara Elizabeth Walsh Lesson Plan & Google Activities
A guided reading or interactive read aloud lesson plan for the nonfiction / informational text mentor text picture book The Poppy Lady: Moina Belle Michael and Her Tribute to Veterans by Barbara Elizabeth Walsh. Great for Veteran's Day, Memorial Day, Remembrance Day and biography studies! Google Slides presentation and student activities on Google Docs. Lessons and activities focus on: Summarizing key details (4 strategies: narrative retell, timeline, graphic organizer, Somebody Wanted But The
Grades:
2nd - 5th
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Also included in: Second Grade Veterans Day Bundle - Read Alouds and Google Activities
My Name is Sangoel Lit Log (Novel Study) (For Distance or Classroom Learning)
This is a lit log for a read aloud or for a guided reading, literature circle or novel study for My Name is Sangoel by Karen Lynn Williams and Khadia Mohammed and illustrated by Catherine Stock. The book's illustrations greatly add to the text in describing Sangoel's feelings and challenges. This is a great resource to help students in classrooms/schools have compassion for their classmates who are refugees and/or adjusting to a new culture. Other themes are identity and belonging, m
Grades:
1st - 4th
Ask George Washington-A 5Ws and How Questioning Activity {CCSS RL.2.1}
Students need to practice answering questions to show they understand the key details in their reading. They should also be able to generate questions based on their information about a topic and information learned from reading.
This activity has students practice asking who, what, when, where, why, and how questions to George Washington. It correlates with CCSS RL.2.1. Students will work in groups or independently to generate questions for each of the six question words. Then they will illus
Grades:
1st - 3rd
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CCSS:
Mufaro's Beautiful Daughters reading guide cause and effect vocab (CC Aligned)
This is a 14 page reading guide that includes inference, comprehension, and critical thinking questions. Also included are 11 cause and effect scenarios which require scholars to go back to the text, and 18 vocab words for scholars to look up.
Grades:
2nd - 5th
Ask Abraham Lincoln-A 5Ws and How Questioning Activity {CCSS RL.2.1}
Students need to practice answering questions to show they understand the key details in their reading. They should also be able to generate questions based on their information about a topic and information learned from reading.
This activity has students practice asking who, what, when, where, why, and how questions to Abraham Lincoln. It correlates with CCSS RL.2.1. Students will work in groups or independently to generate questions for each of the six question words. Then they will illustr
Grades:
1st - 3rd
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CCSS:
The Little House by Virginia Lee Burton: how the seasons changed
This product goes along with the story "The Little House" by Virginia Lee Burton. As the story progressed, the seasons were changing along with The Little House. On this google slide, students will be able to write a sentence or list details as to how the seasons changed throughout the story.
Grades:
1st - 2nd
The Poppy Lady by Barbara Elizabeth Walsh Lesson Plan & Activities
A guided reading or interactive read aloud lesson plan for the nonfiction / informational text mentor text picture book The Poppy Lady: Moina Belle Michael and Her Tribute to Veterans by Barbara Elizabeth Walsh. Great for Veteran's Day, Memorial Day, Remembrance Day and biography studies! Lessons and activities focus on: Summarizing key details (4 strategies: narrative retell, timeline, graphic organizer, Somebody Wanted But Then So)close reading for describing illustrationsdescribing character
Grades:
2nd - 5th
Also included in: 2nd Grade Veterans Day Bundle - Read Alouds and Activities
Diwali the Festival of Lights Holidays Around the World Lesson
Diwali the Festival of Lights Lesson is a wonderful Holidays Around the World Lesson. It includes the background information on Diwali, its customs, traditions, art and coloring, while it allows students to compare and contrast Diwali with Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanza. (Printable & Nearpod (integrates with Google Classroom)This resource includes: Pre Reading ActivityKLW Chart Background information on Diwali five-day festival Diwali customs and traditions Diwali art and coloringText-to-sel
Grades:
1st - 3rd
The Color of Home Lit Log (Novel Study) (For Distance or Classroom Learning)
This is a lit log for a read aloud or for a guided reading , literature circle, or novel study for The Color of Home by Mary Hoffman. This picture book is a great story to teach children about refugees and their adjustment to a new country. The beautiful illustrations by Karin Littlewood greatly add to the text in describing the young refugee's feelings about leaving his homeland and coming to America. This book is a great resource to help students and staff have compassion for students
Grades:
1st - 4th
The Day You Begin by Jacqueline Woodson
The Day You Begin by Jacqueline Woodson is the story of a young girl who feels different from her new classmates. It is the story of discovery as she realised that actually she has things in common with others and if she just begins to accept her differences then so too will her classmates and they may even become her friends. A great book for the first day of school with activities that include a find-a-word, drawing pictures of a perfect holiday and a perfect summer, an activity to build cama
Grades:
K - 2nd
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CLICK, CLACK, MOO COWS THAT TYPE by Doreen Cronin: READING LESSONS & ACTIVITIES
"Click Clack Moo Cows That Type" is a beloved children's book written by Doreen Cronin and illustrated by Betsy Lewin. The book tells the story of Farmer Brown's cows who find an old typewriter and use it to communicate with him, demanding better living conditions. The book unit for kids can include various activities such as reading comprehension questions, vocabulary exercises, creative writing prompts, and arts and crafts projects related to the story's themes and characters. The unit explor
Grades:
1st - 3rd
Young Writers Book Club Activity: Akiak A Tale from the Iditarod
Here is a 3--4 day activity which helps students explore the theme of the short story "Akiak: A Tale from the Iditarod" by Robert J. Blake. It is a story about a 10 year old sled dog who is determined to win the Iditarod race. Through the book, students learn about the conditions of the Alaskan multi-day dog race as well as understand wonderful examples of determination, goal setting and the definition of success.
In a hands on activity, the students walk through multiple steps to create a m
Grades:
2nd - 4th
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