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Book Report Project: Book in a Bag

By Always A Lesson

This book report project is a fun way for students to show their learning by creating something with a paper bag, cereal box or shoe box. Students will label character traits, setting, description and main idea to show their comprehension. Students

Subjects:

English Language Arts

Grades:

1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th

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Projects, Printables

CCSS:

CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.2, CCRA.R.3

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Persuasive Writing Book Report: Book Buzz

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This creative book report project will motivate students to persuade their peers to read their favorite books. Even reluctant readers will enjoy convincing their friends to read books they enjoy. This book report project comes in two formats &

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English Language Arts

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Projects, Activities, Printables

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Third Grade Curriculum: Activities, Worksheets & Centers MEGA BUNDLE

By Always A Lesson

This Third Grade Curriculum bundle includes third grade math, reading, science, grammar, writing and social studies resources. These resources cover a variety of subjects and include many different types of activities to engage all types of

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English Language Arts, Math, Science

Grades:

3^rd

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Activities, Printables, Centers

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Opinion Writing Mini Unit

By Always A Lesson

Opinion Writing Writing Mini Unit will engage students using the “OREO” writing method. This method helps students pre-plan their thoughts and gives a structure for successful writing. Students can use the opinion writing task cards to help improve

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Writing

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Activities, Printables, Centers

CCSS:

W.3.1, CCRA.W.1, CCRA.W.4, CCRA.W.5, CCRA.W.10, W.3.1a, W.3.1b, W.3.1c, W.3.1d

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Holidays Around the World- Reading, Writing, Hands On Activities, and MORE!

By Always A Lesson

Looking to add some holiday fun to your reading and writing units? Look no further! This download includes everything you need to learn about holidays celebrated around the world! Holidays Included:ChristmasChinese New YearDiwaliHanukkahKwanzaLas

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Reading, Writing, Holidays/Seasonal

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd

Types:

Unit Plans, Activities, Cultural Activities

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Writing Mini Unit Bundle

By Always A Lesson

Personal Narrative, Opinion Writing, and Informative Writing Mini Units are all included in this bundle. Students will be able to use the writing task cards included with 48+ prompts to practice writing skills. Planning pages, visuals, rubrics &

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Writing

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th

Types:

Activities, Printables, Task Cards

CCSS:

W.3.1, W.3.2, W.3.3, W.3.5, CCRA.W.3, CCRA.W.4, CCRA.W.5, CCRA.W.10, W.3.1a, W.3.1b

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Writing MEGA BUNDLE

By Always A Lesson

Looking for resources to boost your writing instruction? Grab this writing MEGA BUNDLE to save time and money! You will find products to help you plan your writing instruction, celebrate holidays, strengthen your grammar lessons, and engage your

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English Language Arts, Grammar, Writing

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th

Types:

Research, Activities, Lesson

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$100th Day of School Activities- Math, Reading, Writing and MORE!$

100th Day of School Activities- Math, Reading, Writing and MORE!

By Always A Lesson

Get ready for your classroom's biggest celebration yet! This 100th day of school resource is packed with fun, hands-on, academic activities that promote learning and engagement. Your students will love participating in these math, reading, and

Subjects:

Reading, Math, Writing

Grades:

1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd

Types:

Worksheets, Activities, Printables

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Grandparent's Day Bulletin Board Project

By Always A Lesson

Celebrate Grandparent's Day with this project that is great for a bulletin board or to mail away to grandparents as a surprise. Multiple sizes and phrasing within the product so you can pick what best suites you and your students needs. This would

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading, Writing

Grades:

PreK, Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Projects, Activities, Bulletin Board Ideas

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Multiple Perspective Writing: Graphic Organizers & Reflection

By Always A Lesson

These point of view graphic organizers allow students to view a text from multiple perspectives of different characters. Students can look at a selection of text from the characters point of view and thoroughly analyze plot development, character

Subjects:

English Language Arts

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th

Types:

Activities, Printables

CCSS:

RL.3.6, CCRA.R.6

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Personal Narrative Mini Unit

By Always A Lesson

Writing a personal narrative story can be easy with these 24 prompt cards for topics! Once a student has picked their topic, they can fill out the planning sheet to ensure they write a thorough and clear story. Then the student can look at the

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Writing, Writing-Essays

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th

Types:

Activities, Task Cards, Centers

CCSS:

W.3.2, W.3.3, CCRA.W.3, CCRA.W.4, CCRA.W.10, W.3.2a, W.3.2b, W.3.2c, W.3.2d, W.3.3b

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Back to School Pencil Bulletin Board Activity

By Always A Lesson

This back to school activity is perfect for a beginning of the year bulletin board, open house night display or a get to know you activity with your students. Students can write about their friends, goals, teacher and more with this book project.

Subjects:

Writing, Holidays/Seasonal, Back to School

Grades:

PreK, Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Activities, Bulletin Board Ideas

$4.00

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Persuasive Writing: A Book Turned into a Movie Assignment

By Always A Lesson

Persuasive writing can be engaging and creative when you use this hollywood themed assignment to have students practice their persuasive writing skills. The goal is to convince their peers to see the book that has now been turned into a movie on

Subjects:

English Language Arts

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th

Types:

Activities, Printables

$1.00

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Sequencing Activities- Reading Passages and Writing Assignments Included

By Always A Lesson

Download today and get started teaching sequencing within your reading and writing units. Use all of the assignments or use the activities included to differentiate for each student. IncludedSequencing Poster (Color and B&WSequencing with

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading, Writing

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd

Types:

Activities, Literature Circles, Task Cards

CCSS:

RL.2.5, RL.3.1, SL.3.2

$3.25

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Student Work Reflection Sheet for Writing

By Always A Lesson

Help students reflect on the work they produce. These reflection sheets help build confidence and pride in the work they produce. It prompts them to go the extra step in every assignment to make sure it is their very best, and take ownership of

Subjects:

Writing

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th

Types:

Activities, Assessment, Classroom Forms

$3.25

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Flag Day Reading & Writing Activities

By Always A Lesson

FLAG DAY is a great opportunity to engage students in a literacy activity during the month of June. Teach and celebrate Flag Day, with 3 separate reading comprehension passages. This resource packet will be a fun way for students to learn about a

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Social Studies - History, Holidays/Seasonal

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Activities, Printables, Centers

CCSS:

RI.3.1, RI.3.9, W.3.2, W.3.1b

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Guided Reading and Writing Lesson Plans Template [Editable]

By Always A Lesson

Check out this easy to use resource for leading small group in your classroom. Use these classroom forms to plan for small group instruction in reading and writing. Includes:- Day of the week- Performance level of students- Student names- Notes

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Balanced Literacy, Writing

Grades:

Not Grade Specific

Types:

Printables, Classroom Forms, Graphic Organizers

CCSS:

RF.3.3c, RF.3.4, RF.3.4a, W.3.2, W.3.3, W.3.4, W.3.5

$1.25

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New Year’s Resolutions Graphic Organizer Activities & Bulletin Board

By Always A Lesson

This New Year's Activity is a great way to start back to school after the holiday break! Students can reflect on their last year and make goals for the next one. Quick and easy to print and have a variety of activities ready for students to

Subjects:

The New Year, For All Subjects

Grades:

Not Grade Specific

Types:

Activities, Printables, Graphic Organizers

$3.00

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3rd Grade Grammar- L 3.1

By Always A Lesson

Looking for an easy way to cover all of the L 3.1 grammar standards? Look no further! This packet has you covered!IncludedDefinition and Example Pictures for:Parts of Speech (noun, verb, pronoun, adjective, adverb)Plural and Irregular nounVerb

Subjects:

Reading, Grammar, Writing

Grades:

3^rd

Types:

Worksheets, Printables, Posters

CCSS:

L.3.1, L.3.1a, L.3.1b, L.3.1c, L.3.1d, L.3.1e, L.3.1f, L.3.1g, L.3.1h, L.3.1i

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Informative Writing Mini Unit

By Always A Lesson

This packet is everything you need to have a successful Informative Writing Unit. Begin by explaining Informative Writing with the help of the posters provided. Print them off for students to reference while they go through the writing process. Help

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Writing, Writing-Essays

Grades:

3^rd

Types:

Worksheets, Graphic Organizers, Posters

CCSS:

W.3.2, W.3.2a, W.3.2b, W.3.2c, W.3.2d

$3.00

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