Summer ELA test prep literature circles

ELA Test Prep, Reading, Reading Strategies

Are you looking for highly engaging reading fluency passages and centers that will keep your students entertained? These animal reading fluency practice sets come with fiction and nonfiction passages and follow up comprehension questions. This is the first set of "Zoofluency" reading passages.Reading Fluency Passages in this set:Binder or folder cover (boy option and girl option)Fiction tracking graphNonfiction tracking graph14 fiction passages + comprehension questions14 nonfiction passages + c

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Grades:

2nd - 3rd

Types:

Activities, Literature Circles, Centers

CCSS:

RF.2.4

, RF.2.4a

, RF.2.4b

, RF.2.4c

, RF.3.4

...

Poems for Kids: Over 600 poems for teaching poetry terms & poetic devices

Created by

LorrieLBirchall

If you're teaching a poetry unit in grades 3-6, you need poems...lots and lots of exemplar poems! Need poems for teaching similes? Metaphors? Personification? How about haiku or narrative poems? From rhyming poetry to free verse, this anthology collection has them all (with picture support) to make it completely painless to teach the elements of poetry to students of all abilities in grades 3-6. So if you're a teacher who likes to teach poetry lessons by example, there are more than 600 poems t

Subjects:

Close Reading, ELA Test Prep, Poetry

Grades:

3rd - 6th

Types:

Literature Circles, Lesson

CCSS:

RL.3.5

, RL.3.10

, RL.4.5

, RL.4.6

, RL.4.10

...

Ant Craft | Insect Craft and Activities

Created by

Little Kinder Bears

Spring is here and so are the insects! If you are studying about bugs this Spring these cute little ant crafts will be a hit with your students!This little ant will be a cute craft for your kids to create. He would look great on a Spring bulletin board or in the hallway outside of your room.It is a great Spring craft activity to add to your Spring lessons.Use this craft while learning about all of your Spring insect activities. This craft includes:Ant Craft that can be made in red or black.An

Subjects:

Spring, Summer, Visual Arts

Grades:

PreK - 3rd

Types:

Activities, Bulletin Board Ideas, Literature Circles

There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed A ::BUNDLE:: Print and No-Print options!

Created by

Jenna Rayburn Kirk

Speech and Language therapy companions for the "There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed" BUNDLE! Each download includes both printable and no-print interactive PDF options! Each 37 page activity pack is perfect for speech or language intervention. The activities included are also appropriate for literacy centers and whole-class activities for upper preschool and elementary-aged students. DOWNLOAD this bundle if you want to:Utilize one picture book for all your caseload.Spend less time prepping with

Subjects:

Activities, Literature Circles, Centers

Grades:

PreK - 3rd

Types:

There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed A Shell: Speech/Lang (Print + No-Print)

Created by

Jenna Rayburn Kirk

There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed Shell: Speech and Language Activities. This download includes a book companion Interactive No-Print PDF and Print Option. For distance learning and teletherapy.You might also be interested in my Old Lady BOOM cards! The perfect interactive companion! Check them out here.This 37 page activity pack is perfect for speech or language. The activities included are also appropriate for literacy centers and whole class activities. Retelling: Cut out the old lady’s he

Subjects:

Activities, Literature Circles, Centers

Grades:

K - 3rd

Types:

Also included in: MAY Speech and Language Super BUNDLE

Rhyming and Syllables Assessment (Kindergarten)

Created by

Mrs Mac's Teaching Hacks

This product is the perfect way to assess your students on their ability to recognize rhyming words, produce rhyming words, and identify syllables according to the kindergarten ELA Common Core State Standards (K.RF.2 a&b). This testing sheet will allow you to read from a prompt and record student answers in this easy-to-use assessment. An answer key is also included!Freebies & Discounts: Be sure to follow my store by clicking HERE to stay up to date on all my new products, including prod

Subjects:

ELA Test Prep, English Language Arts, Test Preparation

Grades:

PreK - 1st

Types:

Worksheets, Assessment, Literature Circles

CCSS:

RF.K.2

, RF.K.2a

, RF.K.2b

Also included in: Kindergarten Assessment Bundle

Second Grade Reading Exit Tickets - Standards-Based Reading Assessments

Created by

ELA Test Prep, Informational Text, Literature

Would you like a way to give your second grade students reading exit tickets that are standards-based reading assessments? These daily quick check tickets cover 2nd grade RI and RL standards, which are literature (fiction) and informational (nonfiction) reading Common Core standards. Each exit ticket is one-third of a page, so you'll print the pages, cut them apart, and pass them out each day after your reading lesson to quickly assess your students' grasp of standards-based instruction.Each day

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Grades:

2nd

Types:

Assessment, Printables, Literature Circles

CCSS:

RL.2.1

, RL.2.2

, RL.2.3

, RL.2.4

, RL.2.5

...

Making Inferences Reading Passages & Questions RACE Strategy Writing Prompts

Created by

Read Relevant

Making Inferences Reading Passages and Questions for the RACE Writing Strategy BUNDLE will help your students practice the skill of reading a short passage and making inferences. Using clear reasons and evidence from the text, students will write a short response answer using the RACE Strategy writing checklist.This resource is located on Google slides and is perfect for distance learning. A printable PDF is also included.Do you have a wide range of readers? This money-saving bundle combines tw

Subjects:

Literature Circles, Independent Work Packet

Grades:

3rd - 8th

Types:

Third Grade Reading Exit Tickets - Standards-Based Reading Assessments

Created by

ELA Test Prep, Informational Text, Literature

Would you like a way to give your 3rd grade students reading exit tickets that are standards-based reading assessments? These daily quick check tickets cover 3rd grade RI and RL standards, which are literature (fiction) and informational (nonfiction) reading Common Core standards. Each exit ticket is one-third of a page, so you'll print the pages, cut them apart, and pass them out each day after your reading lesson to quickly assess your students' grasp of standards-based instruction.Each day, t

Subjects:

Grades:

3rd

Types:

Assessment, Printables, Literature Circles

CCSS:

RL.3.1

, RL.3.2

, RL.3.3

, RL.3.4

, RL.3.5

...

The Wednesday Wars Comprehension Questions for Using Text Evidence Common Core

Created by

Lovin Lit

The Wednesday Wars Comprehension Questions for Using Text Evidence is aligned to Common Core standards for grades 6-8 as it requires students to use and cite text evidence in their answer. This document contains 38 critical thinking comprehension questions broken down by chapter. These questions require students to answer in short paragraphs and use text evidence in their answer. Also included is a complete answer key so all of your work is done! The answer key can also be provided to students

Subjects:

ELA Test Prep, English Language Arts, Literature

Grades:

5th - 9th

Types:

Printables, Literature Circles

PETE AT THE BEACH -- Story Activities with Retelling Craft

Created by

Sharon Fendrick

Students will have fun with these activities inspired by the cute Pete book by James Dean called Pete the Cat PETE AT THE BEACH.Included in this packet:**A sequencing cut-and-paste worksheet**A noun/verb/adjective cut-and-paste worksheet**Draw yourself surfing/answer sensory questions**Complete a beach scene drawing including Pete/write four adjectives that would describe Pete. Use one of those adjectives in a sentence.**"Who might have said this?" worksheet cut-and-paste**My Favorite Part of t

Subjects:

Literature, Reading, Summer

Grades:

1st

Types:

Activities, Printables, Literature Circles

CCSS:

RL.1.2

, RL.1.3

, RL.1.7

There Was an Old Mermaid Who Swallowed A Shark: No-Prep Book Companion

Created by

K Ratliff

The old lady is back...as a mermaid! Love the Old Lady books but don’t have time to prep accompanying activities? Look no further than the There Was an Old Mermaid Who Swallowed a Shark Printables Pack. This pack targets a variety of literacy, language and listening skills. Simply, print the black and white pages, and you’re ready to go! Activities include: 1. Sequencing- Cut and paste pictures in story order 2. Comprehension- Circle the items the Old Mermaid swallowed in the book 3. Re

Subjects:

Printables, Literature Circles, Centers

Grades:

K - 3rd

Types:

Mood and Tone Task Cards

Created by

Kimberly Dana

Teaching mood and tone? Amp up the fun and proficiency level in your classroom with these (32) Mood and Tone Task Cards. Product addresses mood (the reader's emotional response) and tone (the author's attitude) with excerpts from classic and popular literature. Answer key included. This Common Core-aligned product is perfect for standardized test prep and super sub friendly. Task Cards are an effective instructional tool and alternative to boring worksheets! Bonus: Go green! Laminated task ca

Subjects:

ELA Test Prep, English Language Arts, Literature

Grades:

6th - 12th

Types:

Literature Circles, Task Cards

CCSS:

RL.6.1

, RL.6.2

, RL.6.3

, RL.7.1

, RL.7.2

...

Also included in: ELA Jumbo Task Card Bundle - Volume 2

There Was an Old Pirate Who Swallowed A Map: No-Prep Book Companion

Created by

K Ratliff

The old lady is back...as a pirate! Love the Old Lady books but don’t have time to prep accompanying activities? Look no further than the There Was an Old Pirate Who Swallowed a Map Printables Pack. This pack targets a variety of literacy, language and listening skills. Simply, print the black and white pages, and you’re ready to go! Activities include: 1. Sequencing- Cut and paste pictures in story order. 2. Comprehension- Circle the items the Old Pirate swallowed in the book. 3. Retel

Subjects:

Printables, Literature Circles, Centers

Grades:

K - 3rd

Types:

Summer Reading Comprehension with Comprehension Questions, Summer Close Reading

Created by

Close Reading, Informational Text, Summer

Are you looking for high-interest summer reading passages to help your students practice their close reading strategies? This summer nonfiction close reading comprehension passages pack comes with 10 weeks of activities.New to close reading? There is a how-to introduction within the product that breaks down each day's tasks for the week. This is an introduction to each day's tasks plus three general graphic organizers in case you want to supplement Asking Questions, Main Idea/Detail, and Fact Fi

Subjects:

Grades:

1st - 2nd

Types:

Worksheets, Literature Circles

CCSS:

RI.1.1

, RI.1.2

, RI.1.3

, RI.1.4

, RI.2.1

...

Also included in: Nonfiction Close Reading Strategies - Reading Comprehension Passages Bundle

Introduction to Independent Reading - Why Choice Reading Matters Presentation

Created by

Reading and Writing Haven

Before you begin a choice reading program - book club, literature circles, or any other independent reading arrangement - engage your students with a discussion about literacy and why reading matters. Students need to see the implications that relate to their own lives in regards to any course content - literacy included!This lesson consists of a 26 slide editable PPT presentation, which allows you flexibility to adapt it for different age groups, cultures, and demographics. Within the lesson, t

Subjects:

Lectures, Literature Circles, Lesson

Grades:

9th - 12th

Types:

CCSS:

Also included in: Independent Reading Program: Accountability, Engagement, and Organization Bundle

3rd Grade Florida BEST Standards ELA Question Stems Aligned to F.A.S.T.

Created by

Third Grade Guru

Need question stems that are aligned to the NEW 3rd Grade Florida B.E.S.T. Standards? This resource includes BEST question stems that reflect the way the standard is presented on F.A.S.T. Each card lists the standard code and 5 - 6 question stems at the DOK levels presented on F.A.S.T. Standards Included:Literary Elements:ELA.3.R.1.1: Explain how one or more characters develop throughout the plot in a literary text.Theme:ELA.3.R.1.2: Explain a theme and how it develops, using details, in a liter

Subjects:

Literature Circles, Task Cards, Centers

Grades:

3rd

Types:

First Grade Reading Exit Tickets - Standards-Based Reading Assessments

Created by

ELA Test Prep, Informational Text, Literature

Would you like a way to give your first-grade students reading exit tickets that are standards-based reading assessments? These daily quick check tickets cover 1st grade RI and RL standards, which are literature (fiction) and informational (nonfiction) reading Common Core standards. Each exit ticket is one-third of a page, so you'll print the pages, cut them apart, and pass them out each day after your reading lesson to quickly assess your students' grasp of standards-based instruction.Each day,

Subjects:

Grades:

1st

Types:

Assessment, Printables, Literature Circles

CCSS:

RL.1.1

, RL.1.2

, RL.1.3

, RL.1.4

, RL.1.5

...

Synonyms and Antonyms Worksheets | Color by Code for 2nd and 3rd Grade

Created by

Teaching Second Grade

Synonyms and Antonyms Worksheets Color by CodeLooking for a fun and festive way for your students to practice learning about Synonyms and Antonyms? Your students are sure to love these sweet treats-themed Coloring Pages. There are 6 pages included. Students will write the antonym or synonym for each problem. Once completed, they will use the color code in that box to complete the picture. This is a great way for students to self-check their work.Use these for:Morning WorkEarly / Fast Finish

Subjects:

ELA Test Prep, English Language Arts, Vocabulary

Grades:

1st - 3rd

Types:

Worksheets, Homeschool Curricula, Literature Circles

Also included in: 2nd Grade Math and Grammar Color by Number Worksheets Bundle - Early Finishers

That Was Then, This is Now-Full Book Activities

Created by

Read All About It

This is a 17 page packet filled with discussion questions for each chapter, vocabulary words and definitions for each chapter, test questions, and writing extensions! A complete packet of activities for the book! Page 2-Characterization activity Page 3-Ch. 1 Discussion questions with room to write answers Page 4-Ch. 2 Questions with room for written answers Page 5-Ch 3 Questions with room for answers Page 6-Ch.4 and 5 Questions with room for answers Page 7-Ch. 6 Questions with room for answers

Subjects:

ELA Test Prep, English Language Arts

Grades:

8th - 11th

Types:

Assessment, Guided Reading Books, Literature Circles

Enrique's Journey Unit-Common Core Aligned!

Created by

Jessica Fletcher Fierro

You are purchasing a complete unit for the book "Enrique's Journey." This unit has a wide variety of activities including:*Performance Task*SBAC-style Listening Activity*Group discussion activities*Chapter questions*Vocabulary building*Visual art (photography) tie-in*Character analysis mini-project*Close Read

Subjects:

ELA Test Prep, Informational Text, Writing-Essays

Grades:

7th - 10th

Types:

Literature Circles

Summarizing Practice Reading Passages and Graphic Organizers BUNDLE

Created by

Read Relevant

Summarizing Practice Reading Passages and Graphic Organizers BUNDLE: These 20 passages are perfect for your students to practice writing summaries. A student guide to summaries is included, making it a complete lesson. This resource is great for test-prep, special education and progress monitoring, differentiating, and scaffolding for struggling writers. Do you have a wide range of readers? This bundle includes both passages are written on a 3-5th grade level and 6-8th grade level. Perfect for d

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