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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:
4th, 5th, 6th, Homeschool
Types:
Printables, Google Apps
CCSS:
RL.4.1, RL.4.4, RL.5.1, RL.5.4, RL.6.1, RL.6.4
$15.00
117
Digital Download PDF (59.53 MB)
By Brenda Kovich
Seven plays present Aesop’s fables in dramatic form. Scripts may be used for short skits, readers theater, or full-blown plays – for up to 40 students! Additionally, kids learn and label elements of drama.Open the preview to take a closer look at
Subjects:
Reading, Drama, Literature
Grades:
3rd, 4th, 5th
Types:
Printables, Scripts
CCSS:
RL.3.5, RL.4.5, RL.5.5, RF.3.4, RF.4.4, RF.5.4
$5.00
48
Digital Download PDF (19.13 MB)
By Brenda Kovich
Explore similar themes and topics in folktales from around the world. Three instructional slideshows, posters, fourteen paired passages, and graphic organizers provide a complete, differentiated ELA unit. Fourth and fifth grade students learn to
Subjects:
English Language Arts, Reading, Literature
Grades:
4th, 5th, Homeschool
Types:
Unit Plans, Internet Activities, Printables
CCSS:
RL.4.9, RL.5.9
$21.00
$16.80
236
Bundle
By Brenda Kovich
Compare and contrast literature with ten paired passages. This set emphasizes identification and use of story elements to construct responses. Students read two folktales, organize elements in tables, transfer them to Venn diagrams, and explain in
Subjects:
Literature, Writing, Tools for Common Core
Grades:
4th, 5th, Homeschool
Types:
Activities, GATE, Printables
CCSS:
RL.4.9, RL.5.9
$6.50
52
Digital Download PDF (48.97 MB)
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:
4th, 5th, 6th, Homeschool
Types:
Activities, Printables, Lesson
CCSS:
RL.4.7, RL.4.9, RL.5.7, RL.5.9, RL.6.7, RL.6.9
$8.00
$6.40
95
Bundle
By Brenda Kovich
Informational text + literature + writing = fun solar eclipse ELA activities! Kids read science passages, compare folktales that explain the phenomenon, and do a narrative writing project. Open the preview to take a closer look. You can use this
Subjects:
Reading, Literature, Writing
Grades:
4th, 5th
Types:
Activities, Printables, Lesson
CCSS:
RL.4.9, RL.5.9, W.5.3, W.5.3a, W.5.3b, W.5.3c, W.5.3d, W.4.3a, W.4.3b, W.4.3c, W.4.3d
$5.00
12
Digital Download PDF (16.48 MB)
By Brenda Kovich
Twelve short reading passages give kids plenty of practice identifying theme. Third, fourth, or fifth grade students respond with connected details, story arcs, quick response, or multiple choice. Open the preview to take a closer look.Twelve fables
Subjects:
English Language Arts, Reading, Literature
Grades:
3rd, 4th, 5th, Homeschool
Types:
Worksheets, Activities, Printables
CCSS:
RL.3.2, RL.4.2, RL.5.2
$5.00
38
Digital Download PDF (46.86 MB)
By Brenda Kovich
Confidently teach kids to find a theme, or central message, with this comprehensive unit! Fourth grade students move through a complete learning cycle: direct instruction, guided practice, independent practice, and assessment. Open the preview to
Subjects:
English Language Arts, Reading, Literature
Grades:
4th, Homeschool
Types:
Unit Plans, Printables, Google Apps
CCSS:
RL.4.2
$10.00
$8.00
222
Bundle
By Brenda Kovich
Your class will love these Greek mythology activities! Each student researches a character or mythical creature, completes a template, and colors it to create an awesome classroom display! The set includes 33 templates in two options: printable
Subjects:
Literature, Writing
Grades:
3rd, 4th, 5th, Homeschool
Types:
Research, Activities, Printables
CCSS:
RL.4.3, RL.5.3, W.4.7
$6.00
102
Digital Download PDF (70.47 MB)
By Brenda Kovich
Ten timeless fables by Aesop are accompanied by comprehension questions. Third, fourth, or fifth grade students infer, find word meaning, describe story elements, find the moral, and more. Stories have been adapted for upper elementary reading. You
Subjects:
Reading, Literature, Short Stories
Grades:
3rd, 4th, 5th, Homeschool
Types:
Worksheets, Printables, Google Apps
CCSS:
RL.3.1, RL.3.2, RL.3.3, RL.3.4, RL.4.1, RL.4.2, RL.4.3, RL.4.4, RL.5.1, RL.5.2, RL.5.3...
$6.00
63
Digital Download PDF (34.53 MB)
By Brenda Kovich
Reach each you teach! After reading differentiated passages, fourth grade students construct responses to prompts with topic sentence, evidence from the text, citation, and a conclusion. The set includes four texts (each adapted for three reading
Subjects:
ELA Test Prep, Literature, Close Reading
Grades:
4th, Homeschool
Types:
Worksheets, Printables
CCSS:
RL.4.1, RL.4.2, RL.4.3
$10.00
25
Digital Download PDF (76.80 MB)
By Brenda Kovich
Teach CCSS RL.3.5 or RL.4.5 with confidence! This interactive PowerPoint slideshow explains structural elements of prose, drama, and poetry. Kids learn to refer to parts of stories, plays, and poems in these mini lessons.Open the preview to take a
Subjects:
Reading, ELA Test Prep, Literature
Grades:
3rd, 4th, Homeschool
Types:
PowerPoint Presentations, Printables, Google Apps
CCSS:
RL.3.5, RL.4.5
$5.00
162
Digital Download ZIP (10.49 MB)
By Brenda Kovich
Kids explore pourquoi tale mentor texts from Just So Stories. Rudyard Kipling’s lively style encourages kids to experiment with word choice, repetition, and voices of the narrator and characters. After studying his work, fourth or fifth grade
Subjects:
Gifted and Talented, Literature, Writing
Grades:
4th, 5th, Homeschool
Types:
GATE, Printables, Lesson
CCSS:
W.4.3, W.5.3
$6.00
46
Digital Download PDF (39.85 MB)
By Brenda Kovich
These worksheets provide powerful point of view practice! Reach you teach with differentiated reading passages and a variety of activities. Students identify first or third person perspective and provide evidence from the text. As a bonus, have kids
Subjects:
Reading, ELA Test Prep, Literature
Grades:
4th, Homeschool
Types:
Worksheets, Printables
CCSS:
RL.4.6
$5.00
33
Digital Download PDF (37.10 MB)
By Brenda Kovich
Can your students identify folktales? After an introduction to five types of folklore, kids read one-page passages, identify the genre (myth, legend, fairy tale, fable, tall tale), and provide text evidence.Open the preview to take a closer look.A
Subjects:
English Language Arts, Reading, Literature
Grades:
4th, 5th, Homeschool
Types:
Activities, Internet Activities, Printables
CCSS:
RL.4.9, RL.5.9
$3.50
17
Digital Download PDF (14.27 MB)
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:
4th, 5th, 6th, Homeschool
Types:
Printables, Google Apps
CCSS:
RL.4.4, L.4.4b, L.5.4, L.6.4
$7.00
37
Digital Download PDF (59.81 MB)
By Brenda Kovich
Poetry, Play, or Story? Five classic children’s tales are told in mixed forms (poem, drama, prose). Kids identify each and explain their structural elements. It’s great practice for RL.3.5 and RL.4.5!Open the preview to take a closer look.Each
Subjects:
ELA Test Prep, Literature, Tools for Common Core
Grades:
3rd, 4th, Homeschool
Types:
Worksheets, Printables, Google Apps
CCSS:
RL.3.5, RL.4.5
$5.00
93
Digital Download PDF (15.31 MB)
By Brenda Kovich
This straightforward introduction to structural elements of poetry works with any poem unit. Colorful anchor charts support instruction with terms and a labeled poem. The grayscale version provides parallel handouts. A simple matching quiz lets
Subjects:
Reading, Literature, Poetry
Grades:
3rd, 4th, 5th, Homeschool
Types:
Printables, Posters
CCSS:
RL.3.5, RL.4.5
$2.00
14
Digital Download PDF (7.74 MB)
By Brenda Kovich
Give your students a complete drama experience! After learning about structural elements, they annotate and act out plays. Then they rewrite two-page stories in dramatic form. As a bonus, the bundle also includes an assessment.Open the previews to
Subjects:
English Language Arts, Reading, Literature
Grades:
3rd, 4th, 5th, Homeschool
Types:
Activities, Printables, Google Apps
CCSS:
RL.3.5, RL.4.5
$17.00
$14.00
11
Bundle
By Brenda Kovich
Master CCSS RL.4.3 with differentiated activities! Four reading passages (from Kipling’s Just So Stories) and graphic organizers provide plenty of practice describing characters, settings, and events. Open the preview to take a closer
Subjects:
ELA Test Prep, Literature, Tools for Common Core
Grades:
4th, Homeschool
Types:
Activities, Printables
CCSS:
RL.4.3
$12.00
$9.50
22
Bundle
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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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