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Percy Jackson and the Olympians - The Lightning Thief Novel Study Activities

By Brenda Kovich

Capture the excitement of Greek mythology and improve comprehension. For each chapter of The Lightning Thief, kids meet a mythological character, summarize, tackle questions, and explore vocabulary. The Percy Jackson novel study also includes

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading, Literature

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, Homeschool

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Printables, Google Apps

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RL.4.1, RL.4.4, RL.5.1, RL.5.4, RL.6.1, RL.6.4

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2024 Total Solar Eclipse Science Activities for Fourth, Fifth, or Sixth Grade

By Brenda Kovich

Ready to teach the 2024 total solar eclipse? A moveable model, teaching tips, reading passages and questions, map, and observation booklet let you teach science like a pro! Your fourth, fifth, or sixth grade students will love the hands-on

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Science, Astronomy

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4^th, 5^th, 6^th, Homeschool

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Activities, Printables, Lesson

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Scary Short Stories - Headless Horseman Halloween Reading Passages & Activities

By Brenda Kovich

Captivate your class with four scary stories of the headless horseman and “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow.” Kids compare short folktales and explore related media – art, advertising, and video. These reading activities are perfect for Halloween – or

Subjects:

Literature, Short Stories, Halloween

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Printables, Lesson

CCSS:

RL.4.7, RL.4.9, RL.5.7, RL.5.9, RL.6.7, RL.6.9

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The Hydrosphere - Distribution of Water on Earth Activities NGSS 5-ESS2-2

By Brenda Kovich

Students learn about the hydrosphere and distribution of water on Earth. Activities include reading differentiated texts, graphing, answering questions, and practicing nonfiction text structure. As a culmination, students may create an infographic

Subjects:

Science, Earth Sciences, Informational Text

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Internet Activities, Google Apps

CCSS:

RI.5.1, RI.5.5

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Introduction to Microscopes and Cells Activities Bundle for Fourth, Fifth, Grade

By Brenda Kovich

As an introduction to organelles, kids in fourth, fifth, or sixth grade work with microscopes, learn about cells, and create cute Organelle Trail posters. An informational text, study materials, and assessment are included in the activities. Open

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Science, Biology

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4^th, 5^th, 6^th

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Unit Plans, Activities, Lesson

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Wax Museum Biography Research Project: Living History Presentation Activity

By Brenda Kovich

Planning a wax museum or living history presentation? This flexible, comprehensive resource lays out four options for your project. Teacher, student, and parent resources - with examples - guide you from beginning to end. Now you can create a

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Social Studies - History, Writing, Informational Text

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th

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Activities, Printables, Lesson

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RI.4.9, RI.5.9, W.4.4, W.4.7, W.4.8, W.5.4, W.5.7, W.5.8, SL.4.4, SL.5.4, SL.5.6

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Facts About the Great Lakes Research Project, Graphs, and Maps

By Brenda Kovich

This short research project results in a polished final product. Kids collect facts about the Great Lakes on specially designed maps to create their own infographics. Individual pages can be bound into a booklet or displayed. The activity works well

Subjects:

Earth Sciences, Geography, Informational Text

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, Homeschool

Types:

Research, Activities, Printables

CCSS:

W.4.7, W.5.7, W.6.7

$5.00

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Famous Abolitionists Research Project – Abolition Movement Writing Activities

By Brenda Kovich

Kids explore the lives of famous abolitionists with a differentiated research project. Activities feature 30 people who opposed slavery and promoted the abolition movement. You can display writing with full-page photographs for a beautiful bulletin

Subjects:

English Language Arts, U.S. History, Writing-Essays

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, Homeschool

Types:

Research, Projects, Activities

CCSS:

W.4.2, W.4.7, W.4.8, W.5.2, W.5.7, W.5.8, W.6.2, W.6.7, W.6.8

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Medusa Mythology Activities | Character Description and Point of View

By Brenda Kovich

Who has hair of snakes and eyes that can turn you to stone? Medusa, of course! You can spice up your mythology unit or novel study with these engaging literature activities. Grab students’ attention with two different views of this alluring mythical

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading, Literature

Grades:

5^th, 6^th, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, GATE, Printables

CCSS:

RL.5.3, RL.5.6, RL.5.9, RL.6.6, RL.6.9

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Famous African American Inventors Research Project: Black History Month Activity

By Brenda Kovich

Explore the lives of 27 famous African American inventors and their inventions. Four scaffolded research sheets control the depth of your project. Themed templates with photos make a great display or bulletin board. You can use the activities during

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, Writing, Engineering

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Projects, Activities, Independent Work Packet

CCSS:

W.4.7, W.4.8, W.5.7, W.5.8, W.6.7, W.6.8

$6.00

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Greek Mythology Unit - Myth Genre Study for Upper Elementary & Middle School

By Brenda Kovich

This five-week myth-themed unit will captivate your upper elementary or middle school students. A Greek mythology genre study has been planned for you! It includes a novel study, critical thinking and literature activities, vocabulary, writing, and

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading, Writing

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Printables, Lesson

CCSS:

RL.4.1, RL.4.3, RL.4.4, RL.4.6, RL.4.9, RL.5.1, RL.5.3, RL.5.4, RL.5.6, RL.5.9, RL.6.1...

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Four Seasons of the Year Science: Earth's Tilt, Climate & Weather Worksheets

By Brenda Kovich

Students learn how Earth's tilt and orbit around the Sun affect climate/weather and cause the four seasons of the year. They read passages, work on diagrams, and complete worksheets. Links to two videos reinforce the concepts. Finally, an open-ended

Subjects:

Science, Astronomy, Social Studies - History

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Printables

$4.00

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Teach 40 Allusions to Greek Mythology with Vocabulary Trading Cards, eBook, Test

By Brenda Kovich

Teach 40 allusions to Greek mythology with a complete unit. Introduce terms, myths, and definitions with a slideshow or ebook. Then help kids master the vocabulary with trading cards, flashcards, or games. Note-taking sheets, a Quizlet set, and a

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Vocabulary, Literature

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, Homeschool

Types:

Printables, Google Apps

CCSS:

RL.4.4, L.4.4b, L.5.4, L.6.4

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The Westing Game Novel Study: Activities & Questions to Improve Comprehension

By Brenda Kovich

Support comprehension of The Westing Game (and have some fun!) A detective's journal helps kids keep track of tenants, the obituary, paired heirs, and clues. Additional activities and discussion questions foster understanding of this complex

Subjects:

Reading, Gifted and Talented, Critical Thinking

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, Homeschool

Types:

Printables, Literature Circles

CCSS:

RL.4.1, RL.5.1, RL.6.1

$8.00

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Hatchet Book Study - Novel Unit - Questions, Vocabulary & Enrichment Activities

By Brenda Kovich

Ramp up your Hatchet book study! This novel unit includes open-ended questions, vocabulary, and a problem-based learning enrichment activity. A literature group packet, quick quizzes, and a theme project are also included in the bonus file.Open the

Subjects:

Reading, Literature

Grades:

5^th, 6^th, 7^th, Homeschool

Types:

Unit Plans, Google Apps

CCSS:

RL.5.1, RL.6.1, RL.7.1, L.5.5, L.6.5, L.7.5

$19.50

$15.60

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Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Biography Project & Activities - MLK Day ELA Packet

By Brenda Kovich

Build an ELA packet with activities that celebrate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr! Kids read a three-page biography, make a timeline, identify causes and effects, and interpret famous quotes.Open the preview to take a closer look at the

Subjects:

Martin Luther King Day, Informational Text

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Printables, Independent Work Packet

$5.00

Digital Download PDF (17.18 MB)

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Black History Month Bulletin Board Research Project: 32 Famous African Americans

By Brenda Kovich

Explore the lives of 32 African American leaders and create a striking photo bulletin board. Your research project can be short, detailed, or differentiated. It's great for studying famous people during Black History Month.Open the preview to get a

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, Writing-Essays, Black History Month

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, Homeschool

Types:

Research, Bulletin Board Ideas, Independent Work Packet

CCSS:

W.4.7, W.4.8, W.5.2, W.5.7, W.5.8, W.6.2, W.6.7, W.6.8, W.4.2a

$6.00

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Great Lakes Unit - Geography, Science & ELA Activities for 4th, 5th, 6th Grade

By Brenda Kovich

This comprehensive bundle includes everything you need to teach geography, science, and ELA related to the Great Lakes. Pick and choose to build a unit for your fourth, fifth, of sixth grade students - - - or use all the activities! Open the preview

Subjects:

Reading, Science, Geography

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, Homeschool

Types:

Unit Plans, Thematic Unit Plans, Lesson

CCSS:

RL.4.7, RL.5.7, RL.6.7, L.4.5, L.5.5, L.6.5

$22.00

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Earth-Moon-Sun System Model - Craft of Solar and Lunar Eclipses, Phases

By Brenda Kovich

Teach solar and lunar eclipses, phases of the moon, and tides with this interactive Earth-Moon-Sun model. Thorough teaching notes let you guide instruction with ease. This simple craft helps kids truly understand the system!Open the preview to take

Subjects:

Science, Astronomy, Earth Sciences

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Projects, Activities, Printables

$4.00

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The Legend of Sleepy Hollow - Ghost Story & Activities

By Brenda Kovich

Mesmerize your students with “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow.” Six related activities explore the famous ghost story in literature, art, movies, and advertising. They'll captivate your class on Halloween - or anytime! Open the preview to take a closer

Subjects:

Literature, Writing, Halloween

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, Homeschool

Types:

Worksheets, Activities, Printables

CCSS:

RL.4.7, RL.5.7, RL.6.7, W.4.1, W.4.3, W.5.1, W.5.3, W.6.1, W.6.3

$4.00

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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Time flies when you're having fun! I taught fourth grade for more than 35 years and loved it. Today, my mission is to create enjoyable, engaging materials your classroom.

MY TEACHING STYLE

I believe in student-centered learning that's seriously fun. In my store, you'll find engaging genre studies and hands-on science, as well as scaffolded ELA and math units that move kids to mastery.

HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT

I'm proud to be a National Board Certified Teacher (Middle Childhood Generalist) and have received three special awards: Lilly Teacher Creativity Fellow, Crystal Apple Award Winner, and Lake Central Teacher of the Year.

MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

I received a B.A. in Elementary Education, an M.S. in Elementary Education, a Gifted and Talented Endorsement - all from Purdue University.

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1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, Homeschool

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English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Writing-Expository, Reading, Grammar, Spelling, Vocabulary, Specialty, Math, Algebra, Basic Operations, Fractions, Geometry, Graphing, Measurement, Numbers, Science, Anatomy, Astronomy, Basic Principles, Biology, Chemistry, Earth Sciences, Environment, Physics, Social Studies, Elections - Voting, U.S. History, World History, Arts & Music, Music, Computer Science, Drama, ESL-EFL-ELL, ELA Test Prep, Math Test Prep, Geography, Other (ELA), Gifted and Talented, Critical Thinking, For All Subjects, Literature, Classroom Management, Statistics, Word Problems, General Science, Physical Science, Problem Solving, Criminal Justice - Law, Short Stories, Writing, Reading Strategies, Writing-Essays, Holidays/Seasonal, Back to School, Thanksgiving, Christmas-Chanukah-Kwanzaa, Poetry, Autumn, Halloween, Winter, Valentine's Day, Martin Luther King Day, Presidents' Day, Decimals, Black History Month, St. Patrick's Day, Spring, Place Value, Tools for Common Core, Earth Day, For All Subjects, Summer, Informational Text, Test Preparation, End of Year, Engineering, Close Reading, Women's History Month, Classroom Community