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4th grade astronomy literature circles
Ancient Stories of the 12 Zodiac Constellations
This resource all about the ANCIENT STORIES of the 12 ZODIAC CONSTELLATIONS is to be used as an extension to your current curriculum. If your students have shown interest in the STARS and SPACE, then this might be exactly what you're looking for to spice up your current unit!THIS RESOURCE INCLUDES:* Ancient Stories of the 12 Zodiac Constellations mini-booklet that explains the stories behind each of the 12 constellations.* Writing Connection- with 2 suggested writing activities* Lined paper for
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3rd - 5th
Solar Eclipse 2024, Writing, Reading, Crafts, Research, Vocabulary, & Class Book
Study the 2024 Solar Eclipse with this unit full of exciting activities, research guides, page topper crafts, writing prompts, adorable crafts, class books, party ideas, editable parent letters, and so much more! This resource was designed for 3rd - 6th graders to celebrate and study Solar Eclipses. This is the perfect resource for a variety of grade levels! ***THIS is an updated version as requested by my followers for 3rd - 5th graders. I designed this resource with 3rd - 5th grade in mind - t
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3rd - 5th
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5-ESS1-2
, 4-ESS1-1
MIDNIGHT ON THE MOON: Magic Tree House #8 Book Companion
Who doesn't LOVE a Magic Tree House book??
This is a GREAT Magic Tree House book that aligns perfectly with any outer space unit. This could be used with a whole class or as part of a literature circle!
It is just 10 short chapters and can easily be read aloud in one week. I have created a worksheet for each chapter.
Each worksheet addresses both science themes, as well as important literary themes. They include basic comprehension questions AND critical thinking questions.
Included are som
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K - 4th
Also included in: Magic Tree House Book Companion BUNDLE Books 5-8
The Magic School Bus Lost in the Solar System Science Read Aloud Book Companion
The Magic School Bus Lost in Solar System Book Study Companion Reading Comprehension Literacy Unit : A Literacy Book Companion Unit with Comprehension & Fun Activities, based on the book The Magic School Bus : Lost in Solar System . (Book not included). Reading Level 3.1.This 47-page packet provides a variety of levels to reach each individual student. Please see preview pages and descriptions below . Worksheets include lined paper for easy handwriting practice: 48 Pages Total Include:1. TA
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2nd - 4th
Big Bear, Big Dipper, How Bear Lost His Tail Lessons - Indigenous Resource
Supporting Indigenous Resources and Reconciliation for Elementary School StudentsThis no-prep, learning resource explores the First Peoples' celestial perspective on the Big Dipper through the Kenyen'keha:ka (one of the Six Nations) traditional story of Big Bear. The traditional story used for this unit can be found at Strong Nations online store and the Apple Book version can be purchased here, at the Apple Store. The story is a great support, but the unit can be completed without it. Included
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2nd - 6th
Also included in: Haudenosaunee BUNDLE - Lessons and Unit Plan
Mars Fiction & Nonfiction Unit - Mazes - Reading Comprehension - Space
This MARS UNIT combines a nonfiction reading passage with fun MAZES to solve. Read it before or after reading A Rover's Story to build background knowledge.The no-prep novel study for A Rover's Story, about a rover's construction and mission to Mars, includes vocabulary and reading comprehension skills in manageable chunks for your students.The informational passage explains about different rovers that NASA has sent to Mars. It's perfect as a stand-alone piece or to build background knowledge.
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4th - 7th
50 Text-Dependent Questions: "Astrophysics for Young People in a Hurry"
This comprehensive set of complex text-dependent questions delves into Neil deGrasse Tyson's captivating book, "Astrophysics for Young People in a Hurry."50+ Thought-provoking Questions: Explore a wide range of topics, from the vastness of the cosmos and the life cycle of stars to the mysteries of dark matter and the Big Bang theory.Multiple Levels of Inquiry: Go beyond basic comprehension with questions that encourage analysis, synthesis, and evaluation.Engaging with the Text: Deepen student un
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4th - 7th
Curiosity the Rover and the Long Trip to Mars
This is an original Reader's Theater script for elementary grades.
It imagines Curiosity the Rover's trip to Mars and what it encounters...
It includes 5 characters and includes a vocabulary list as well.
A fun story based on a relevant event that every student is interested in!
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2nd - 6th
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Solar System Fold Out Activity | Comprehension| Cut and Paste
Create a fun and educational solar system foldable that includes a cut-and-paste activity and comprehension reading activity. This interactive tool will engage students in learning about the planets and their alignment in our solar system. Cut-and-Paste Activity: Provide students with images or names of the planets to cut out and paste in the correct order around the sun at the center of the foldable. This hands-on activity will help reinforce the order of the planets and their distance from th
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3rd - 5th
Planets by Elizabeth Carney - National Geographic Kids Reader
This resource is a seven page PDF document with activities to do based on the text Planets by Elizabeth Carney. This document contains six worksheets for students.This text is a National Geographic Kids Reader. The book we used was Level 2 however we understand that some levels differ depending on the country where the text is published.The activities allow the students to reinforce their understanding of planets by completing activities that work with this text. There are comprehension question
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1st - 4th
Myths of the Zodiac with Terrific Comprehension Questions too!
Do you want your students to read some GREAT Greek myths about the stories behind the constellations and zodiac signs? Then this is the product that you need! Great Greek myths for all of the zodiac signs, written in kid friendly language, to keep your students interested and enthusiastic about reading them!Included in this product are:- Myths for each of the zodiac signs/constellations- Anchor Chart: "What is a Myth?"- Written response comprehension questions for each myth that require stude
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4th - 8th
What Is an Eclipse? - Readings, Craft & Activities - Science - SimpleLitRebus
Get a rebus reading about an eclipse! Coloring sheets! Close reading of an ancient Greek quote about an ancient eclipse! Maze! Crossword Puzzle! Grid Drawing! And more. Students can cut out and put together a sun and moon to make their own eclipse.READThis reading and scientific download is all about eclipses. Students can read about them in three ways:RebusReading passage (same as the rebus but without illustrations)For both, students can do a review that includes sequencing, answering a questi
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2nd - 4th
Thirteen Moons on Turtle's Back Poetry Packet
This poetry packet was created to go along with Thirteen Moons on Turtle's Back by Joseph Bruchac. Thirteen Moons on Turtle's Back is a recommended text for Module 1A, Grade 4 ELA on EngageNY.org. Students will be able to meet many of the CCSS while learning more about the history of Native Americans and poetry.
This can be printed out as a poetry packet for each student or handed out daily, as you study each of the thirteen moon poems in the book.
After studying each poem, students are asked
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3rd - 5th
Night Sky by Stephanie Warren Drimmer - National Geographic Kids Reader
This resource is a seven page PDF document with activities to do based on the text Night Sky by Stephanie Warren Drimmer. This document contains six worksheets for students.This text is a National Geographic Kids Reader. The book we used was Level 3 however we understand that some levels differ depending on the country where the text is published. The activities allow the students to reinforce their understanding of the night sky by completing activities that work with this text. There are compr
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1st - 4th
Native American Star Myths
My Native American unit is usually a long one, and in it, I like to incorporate the study of legends. Two hit two birds with one stone; I also add constellations when we study the sky in science, and voila – this Native American Star Legends Unit! It can be completed in one to two weeks, depending on what else you want to add. This file includes:An intro to constellations PowerPoint3 different Native American myths about the Big DipperA constellation creation sheetA Venn diagramI begin by introd
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3rd - 5th
The Orion Constellation Activity Reading Comprehension Crossword
A resource on the Orion constellation including a construction paper activity for Orion and near-by stars. Directions for making the diagram are described and labels and a grading rubric for the diagram are included.There is also a reading comprehension article on Orion, Osiris, and the Ancient Egypt civilization. Multiple choice question sheet with answer key included. A word search and crossword puzzle (2 versions) are also included. Both answer keys provided.Terms of Use Copyright © Dr. Dave'
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3rd - 6th
Skyscrapers by Libby Romero - National Geographic Kids Reader - 6 Worksheets
This resource is a seven page PDF document with activities to do based on the text Skyscrapers by Libby Romero. This document contains six worksheets for students.This text is a National Geographic Kids Reader. The book we used was Level 3 however we understand that some levels differ depending on the country where the text is published.The activities allow the students to reinforce their understanding of planets by completing activities that work with this text. There are comprehension question
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Grades:
1st - 4th
The Extraordinary Life of Neil Armstrong by Martin Howard - 10 Worksheets
This resource is a twelve page PDF document with activities to do based on the book The Extraordinary Life of Neil Armstrong by Martin Howard and Freda Chiu. This document contains ten worksheets for students.The activities allow the students to reflect on the story and extend their understanding of the themes within this text. There are two pages of comprehension questions, an index activity, a word definition task and research activities plus writing activities. There is also an easy threesy p
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3rd - 6th
Magic School Bus SPACE EXPLORERS Discussion Cards (Answer Key Included)
Answer Key Included!Rationale for using Discussion Cards:This strategy is powerful in giving students opportunities to work together in mixed-ability, student-led groups. Lower level students benefit from listening to higher level students respond to questions. Higher level students are challenged to express their thinking in a way that helps lower level students comprehend the material.Discussions are guided by students’ responses to what they have read. This approach provides a way for student
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2nd - 4th
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Outer Space Resource Packet
I created this packet to go along with the Magic Tree House: Midnight on the Moon but you can certainly use this for an outer space/astronomy unit! I created many main idea pages covering the planets, moon, sun, satellites, astronauts, rockets, and other subjects! I also included Space vocabulary cards for a center! Thank you for looking and PLEASE leave feedback! I hope you find this useful for your classroom! If you haven't already, become a follower of my store for updates on new products, fr
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1st - 4th
Magic School Bus Lost in the Solar System Reading Quiz Test & Story Sequencing
The Magic School Bus : Lost in Solar System Reading Comprehension Test Questions Quiz & Story Sequencing Set!Includes both multiple choice and short answer versions. Based on the book. (Book NOT included.) 8 Pages Total Include:10 Comprehension short-answer questions10 Multiple Choice Questions* * * answer sheets (corresponds with both sets)Sequencing : 12 written scenes from the story to place in order, with illustrations (NEW 2024)* * * Sequencing : Blank paste sheet* * * Sequencing answe
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2nd - 4th
What is a star?
Benchmark: SC.5.E.5.1Students will:• review that the sun is a star that emits energy in the form of light and heat.• review that stars are made of gases.• review how stars can be different: brightness, size, temperature/color.• review how a star’s appearance (brightness and size) is affected by its distance from Earth.
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4th - 5th
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5-ESS1-1
Magic Tree House #8 Midnight on the Moon
This packet is PRINT and GO ready! This is a packet of comprehension questions is for the book Magic Tree House #8 Midnight on the Moon. There are questions for each of the 10 chapters. This is good way to for the students to practice answering questions in complete sentences. This packet can be used in guided reading as well as for independent work for assessment over their reading.
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1st - 4th
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I am Neil Armstrong - Printable and Digital Book Study - You will LOVE it!
Teacher’s Guide: (all pages are designed to be either online, or printable) Before you Read Worksheet: Activate background knowledge with simple questions that will hint to the story’s elements. Character Trait Worksheet – After reading the stories pull Neil Armstrong’s great traits or qualities. Sequencing Drag and Drop/ Worksheet: Students will put the events from Armstrong’s life in the correct order. Apollo 11 Research Page – Have students find their own facts from the mission! Apollo 11/
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Grades:
3rd - 4th
Also included in: Brad Meltzer's "I am" Mega Bundle and Growing - Comprehension and more
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