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Middle school informational text centers for Microsoft Word
As The Cell Turns - The Drama of Life -Science Reader's Theater Script
This is an original Reader's Theater script, based on the organelles of the animal cell and their function. Your students will enjoy playing the parts of the living cell as they argue about who is the most important and learn how all the parts of the cell work together. This cross-curricular science script can be used in reading class as a non-fiction work, or in science while studying the cell.
Along with the script, name tags for each organelle are included with an icon chosen to help stu
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5th - 7th
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Countries/Cultures: Compare and Contrast Graphic Organizer
Download the preview for a free uneditable version of the base template. The paid product is a .docx editable version which enables you to adjust directions and design elements of the product.
In this lesson students will research various countries and their corresponding cultures. Students will use the graphic organizer to collect information about the customs and people, nature and geography, clothing, and food of the country they are researching.
This product is meant to be paired with Nat
Grades:
3rd - 8th
Reading Comprehension & Science Integrated 5E Lesson Plan
This is a Reading Comprehension lesson plan that uses Science content. The lesson plan follows the 5E Lesson Plan model. The 5 Es are Engagement, Exploration, Explanation, Elaboration, and Evaluation. The plan uses science content to enforce reading comprehension, however, any reading passage can apply to this lesson plan. The lesson plan applies to Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) and the common core standards. The lesson is designed for the average students, however it includes diff
Grades:
2nd - 12th
Also included in:Â Reading 5E Lesson Plan BUNDLE
Nonfiction Reading Strategy Practice Worksheet for Low Level High School Readers
Teachers can use this worksheet to help students map out:
* 5Ws and How
* Intended Audience
* Author's Purpose
* Author's Tone
* Context Clues
* Supporting Details
* Summarizing Text
* Main Idea (using a formula plugging in the information gathered).
The 1st page of the attachment shows the "Nonfiction Progression" used to guide instruction in analyzing nonfiction for lower level high school readers. The following worksheet will work with any nonfiction text the teacher or student choo
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6th - 10th
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NewsELA Literacy-Focused Graphic Organizer
This assignment has it all: informational text, literacy practice and differentiation by product. This highly effective graphic organizer asks students to summarize, predict, formulate and connect specific details to strengthen literacy skills. It is designed to be used with the NewsELA website that has different Lexile levels for instant differentiation. A Word document is attached so you may adjust to fit your curriculum and instruction or scaffold for differentiation.
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6th - 12th
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Nonfiction Text Features Classroom Stations
This item includes 6 stations (this is 1/2 of the original Nonfiction Text Structure/Feature Classroom Stations that I have posted). This only includes the stations that have to do with text features. Please see the preview in the original 12 classroom stations posting for more information.
Grades:
5th - 10th
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Dewey Decimal Shelf Labels for Library
I am currently working as a teacher-librarian and I illustrated these labels to tape to the shelves in my library. They are great for primary students, and English Language Learners. They clearly state the topic, Dewey number and have a colourful illustration of the topic. Not only do they make things easier to find for students, they also add a bit of colour and brightness. When students don't know what book to read, I often tell them to read the signs on the shelves to find something they are
Grades:
K - 8th
Paraphrasing-Paragraph Match
Use this in a center or as a whole group activity to have students practice matching a paragraph to the paraphrase of the paragraph. You can also have students write their own parapharse of the paragraphs and then see how well it matches up to the "offical" paraphrase.
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3rd - 6th
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History of the Olympics Sports Mini-lesson w/ 12 Reading Comprehension Questi
5 page mini-lesson describing the history and development of the Olympic Games. It also tells about the Olympic rings, marathons, and the Olympic torch. After 2 pages of informational text, there are 3 pages of reading comprehension questions. 11 questions are multiple choice, the 12th is a short answer in which students list details, and the last one is a bonus essay question in which students write out a short response. Reading skills addressed are: Determining Main Ideas, Making Inferences
Grades:
4th - 7th
100 Non-Fiction Stories with Questions and an Answer Key
This product contains 100 non-fiction stories from Newsela that are appropriate for 5th to 7th grade readers. Each story has four higher-level questions that require the student to analyze not only the story, but also the question.
I began using this the middle of my first year of teaching and watched my students benchmark scores improve dramatically as they realized they had to understand the question and what was being asked prior to answering the question.
I make a class set of the actual
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5th - 7th
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Cooking Utensils Vocabulary
Cooking Utensils Vocabulary contains a vocabulary list and definitions along with vocabulary matching and answer worksheets. If teaching Life Skills or Cooking classes, this lesson is a great complement to your lesson plan. If you're looking to delve into the world of cooking and Recipes, please check out my Reading FoLife: Cooking and Recipes lesson plan at: http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Reading-For-Life-Cooking-and-Recipes-701915
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5th - 9th
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Erosion & Weathering Webquest
This webquest has students actively engaged in analyzing how erosion and weathering can change Earth's surface.
They practice computer skills by scrolling and locating details found within the text.
Students will analyze how Mount Rushmore and the Grand Canyon are involved in science!
For early finishers, there's an interactive erosion game link.
This activity can be used for differentiated instruction by working in groups, as a center, and scaffolded responses.
Grades:
4th - 7th
Day of the Dead Reading - DÃa de los Muertos (Hispanic Culture) English Version
This 3-page file includes:~An English language cultural reading that explains the significance and meaning of the Mexican celebration of DÃa de los Muertos. It includes a short glossary of specialized Spanish vocabulary.~A worksheet with 8 reading comprehension questions.~Answer key.Vocabulary includes:copal ofrendas cempasúchilcalaveritas Great for hispanic heritage!
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Grades:
7th - 10th
Also included in:Â Hispanic Culture 20 Readings: Holidays, Bios & Travel @50% off! (In English)
Instincts and Learned Behaviors (820L) - Science Reading Passage
My co-author and friend Ali was determined that we write this piece as it has a special place in her heart. Students will discover learned and innate behavorial traits in this interesting text about dogs. BTW - The cover displays Doc's dog, Curie. This is great for a close read during the reading block. It comes complete with ELA style questions. Your reading coach will be very happy to see this in use. Supports Standards:SC.4.L.16.3 Recognize that animal behaviors may be shaped by heredity and
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4th - 8th
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NGSS:
3-LS3-1
The Dust Bowl (880L) – Man’s Collision with the Environment - Science Info Txt
The piece of informational text (880L) supports the science concept of how man affects his environment and also brings in the concept of weathering and erosion. Included are Common-core style questions making it easy to integrate science and reading. Supports Standards:NGSSS: SC.4.L.17.4 Recognize ways plants and animals, including humans, can impact the environment. SC.4.E.6.4 Describe the basic differences between physical weathering (breaking down of rock by wind, water, ice, temperature chan
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4th - 8th
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NGSS:
4-ESS2-1
Alcatraz WebQuest- Can tie in with Al Capone Does My Shirts
Before reading the novel Al Capone Does My Shirts, the students learn information through websites and videos regarding Al Capone and other notorious gangsters.
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4th - 8th
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Plants Get Hungry, Too! (550L) - Science Informational Text Reading Passage
This piece of text (550L, 500+ words) is perfect for covering plant parts and their needs, the basis for photosynthesis which will came in later years. SC.3.L.14.1 Describe structures in plants and their roles in food production, support, water and nutrient transport, and reproduction. SC.3.L.17.2 Recognize that plants use energy from the Sun, air, and water to make their own food. Readability:Â All of our text is checked with multiple metrics to assure it is at an appropriate complexity for the
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3rd - 6th
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Predicting the Weather (800L) - Science Informational Text
Covers:SC.5.E.7.3 Recognize how air temperature, barometric pressure, humidity, wind speed and direction, and precipitation determine the weather in a particular place and time.SC.5.E.7.4 Distinguish among the various forms of precipitation (rain, snow, sleet, and hail), making connections to the weather in a particular place and time. Includes Common Core ELA-style questions making this perfect to include in the reading block.Readability:Â All of our text is checked with multiple metrics to assu
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4th - 8th
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The Parthenon Main Idea
Interest your students with Ancient Greece while practicing main idea and detail skills! This product includes a 4 paragraph passage and a themed graphic organizer for main idea and details. It can be used for whole group instruction, small group instruction, or literacy centers. Enjoy!
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3rd - 6th
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An Introduction to Chemistry for Elementary Students
How many of us failed Chemistry when we were in school?
It was difficult, confusing, and sometimes downright BORING!
But in reality, without Chemistry we all would fall apart! Chemistry is what holds us together and it is all around us. Our job as teachers is to help younger students understand that Chemistry is both fun and engaging!
This introductory unit is designed to be just that for younger students aged 8-12, and it was written with young minds in mind!
It includes over ten lessons
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3rd - 7th
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Whales and Dolphins: A Lesson in Comparison and Contrast
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1. An original six-paragraph informational article that compares and contrasts whales and dolphins. This article includes many ‘signal’ words to teach compare and contrast.
2. Handout: T-Chart (discussion web) to record findings.
Framed sentences to summarize the article.
3. Two-page lesson plan with detailed instructions for teaching this lesson on comparing and contrasting.
Grades:
3rd - 6th
Independent Student Projects with Rubrics
This is a teacher ready resource that has 6 different independent student projects with rubrics for scoring. It also includes student accountability/planning sheet and choice menu for student to use when planning for and picking one of the 6 different projects.
The independent projects included are as follows: brochure, student created graphic organizer, write your own play, poster, comic strip and summarizing poem. Each one has a separate rubric in student friendly language so the students
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K - 6th
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Abe Lincoln - Classroom Station # 6 - The Gettysburg Address
This item is #6 in 9 classroom stations about Abe Lincoln and The Gettysburg Address. It is entitled The Gettysburg Address.
*Students will view videos and view photographs to build their background knowledge about the Battle of Gettysburg.
*Students will read an article about Lincoln at Gettysburg.
*Students will take a virtual tour of Gettysburg.
*Students will view several short video clips about the Gettysburg Address.
*Students will read the Gettysburg Address, fill out a worksheet ab
Grades:
5th - 10th
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Non-Fiction/Informational Writing Bundle *Editable*
Non-Fiction Writing Bundle
Includes:
- Two informational writing samples: One about babysitting, one about cats
- A table of contents template
- A graphic organizer
- A peer editing checklist
Perfect for elementary school and can be edited to suit your class.
Grades:
PreK - 6th
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