Nov 08
Are you looking for some new activities to add to your lesson plans? Inspire your students this holiday season with these 10 Christmas Compare-Contrast Writing Prompts. Whether you’re looking for quick morning reviews, entry or exit activities, or even assignments for learning centers, these prompts are perfect. Plus, they’re available in printable and Google Slides …
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FREE Novel Studies Book Units Blog Posts Literacy Writing Aids for Teachers Seasonal Animated Shorts Writing Enhancing Writing Skills for Upper Elementary Students Explore the Book Units Teacher writing posts to find your go-to resource to help you teach writing to upper elementary students. These articles include a variety of tips, activities, and strategies to …
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May 14
The Greek myth Orpheus and Eurydice is perfect for teaching a number of Common Core literature standards. Read the myth. Then enjoy the mini-lesson covering vocabulary, comprehension questions, and writing. Look for a link to the handout at the bottom of the post. Orpheus Orpheus was the son of the god Apollo and the muse …
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Mar 12
If you’re looking for a thrilling adventure filled with magic, mystery, and danger, then Neil Gaiman’s Coraline is the perfect book for you. This award-winning novel follows the story of a young girl named Coraline. She moves to a new house with her family. Soon afterward, Coraline discovers a secret door that leads to a …
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Jan 01
Have students read and complete the vocabulary practice found in the handout. Next, students read The Secret Garden Chapter 24 “Let Them Laugh” using the text below, the audio version, or printable found in the handout. Finally, students complete the comprehension exercises. The audio file for Chapter 24 “Let Them Laugh” is 20 minutes 57 …
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Nov 27
Have students read and complete the vocabulary practice found in the handout. Next, students read The Secret Garden Chapter 19 “It Has Come!” using the text below, the audio version, or printable found in the handout. Finally, students complete the comprehension exercises. The audio file for Chapter 19 “It Has Come!” is 19 minutes 10 …
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Jan 09
In The Cricket in Times Square, a cricket named Chester is trapped in a picnic basket. The picnic-goers travel on a commuter train from the Connecticut countryside to Times Square in New York City. While in the city, Chester makes friends with a cat, mouse, and young boy. In this heartwarming tale, Chester charms everyone with his …
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