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Thanksgiving Activities Who Stole the Turkey Readers Theater Script Mystery
Looking for Thanksgiving activities your students will love? This Thanksgiving Readers Theater, Who Stole the Turkey?, won't disappoint! Check out the reviews!This fun and engaging "Whodunnit" activity is the perfect Thanksgiving activity for your students! In this activity, students will learn to become detectives and then use their sleuthing skills to figure out who stole the Thanksgiving turkey! With lots of suspects and circumstantial evidence, the students will have to take good notes, make
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4th - 6th
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Turkey Trouble Turkey Claus Turkey in Disguise BUNDLE
Turkey Trouble is the perfect Thanksgiving or November read aloud. it is about a turkey who doesn't want to get eaten for Thanksgiving so he dresses up as different farm animals. It is a great story for discussing story plot, retell, characters, setting, problem, and solution. It has the added bonus of disguise a turkey. You can send a turkey home for kids to decorate to "hide" from the farmer. I also included a simple version that students can disguise at home. In December, you can follow up wi
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PreK - 1st
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There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed A Turkey: Print & Digital Speech Therapy
This digital and print set (two separate versions included) is a book companion for There was an Old Lady Who Swallowed A Turkey: Speech and Language Activities. Perfect for both teletherapy and in-person speech therapy.This 35 page activity pack is perfect for speech or language. The activities included are also appropriate for literacy centers and whole class activities.**Updated November 2020 to include two documents. The original PDF and a digital interactive PDF that can be used with any in
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1st - 5th
The Egypt Game Novel Study Unit | Comprehension Questions with Activities & Test
This novel study for The Egypt Game, by Zilpha Keatley Snyder, contains 165 pages of resources, including comprehension and vocabulary by chapter, reading response activities, assessments, and more.Focus standards include figurative language, theme, character analysis, plot, and setting.No-prep, predictable, and extremely user-friendly, this literature guide is perfect for whole class, small group, or independent study.♥You're free to use the printable OR digital version; BOTH are included with
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3rd - 6th
Also included in: The Egypt Game and Hoot Novel Study Bundle
Fry Bread A Native American Family Story Activity Native American Heritage Month
Engage your students in a rigorous interactive read aloud with the book Fry Bread: A Native American Family Story by Kevin Noble Maillard. Students will love the read aloud and be able to apply their knowledge in the extension activities and writing prompts centered around the book's theme of family and cultural traditions.Get all current interactive read alouds H A L F off with the Interactive Read Aloud ENDLESS Bundle! This resource is included in the November Interactive Read Aloud Bundle!
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K - 2nd
READ ALOUD ACTIVITIES Bear Says Thanks | Thanksgiving Craft
Looking for a rich read aloud, interactive lessons and engaging activities that meet various standards? This is a crafting-up comprehension, read aloud kit that provides you with targeted lessons, crafts, and literacy activities for up to 5 days using the mentor text, Bear Says Thanks by Karma in a Kindergarten or First Grade classroom to build understanding. **Please note: the lesson activities & varied printables CAN BE used or taught in isolation to best meet your ELAR needs. Additionally
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K - 2nd
Also included in: READ ALOUD Crafts and Activities 9 Book BUNDLE
Thank You Sarah Hale November Activities Sarah Saves Thanksgiving Book Companion
Add a little history to your Thanksgiving activities this year. Your 3rd grade, 4th grade, and 5th grade students will love learning about the life and legacy of Sarah Hale, the single mother of five, composer of Mary Had a Little Lamb and first female magazine editor. Sarah singlehandedly took on the task of having Thanksgiving declared a national holiday. She is a real-life example of perseverance.This unit can stand alone with the accompanying story Sarah Saves Thanksgiving (written by me) o
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2nd - 5th
Also included in: Thanksgiving ELA Enrichment Activities Bundle
Thanksgiving Reader's Theater Bundle - 6 Scripts (25% Discount)
This product includes 6 different Thanksgiving reader's theater scripts to use with your students! These reader's theaters will enable the children to enjoy the stories even more as well as increase reading fluency and speaking skills. Over 20% discount when you purchase this bundle versus buying each resource individually!All of these reader's theater scripts are companion activities to each book. Give Thanks for Each Day by Steve Metzger - Reader's Theater CompanionGive Thanks for Each Day, to
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1st - 3rd
Fall Read Aloud and Activities November Crafts Interactive Read Alouds Bundle
Engage your students in ten purposeful and meaningful read alouds with the books Last Stop on Market Street, Fletcher and the Falling Leaves, The Scarecrow, Turkey Trouble, Those Shoes, Sofia Valdez, Future Prez, The Leaf Thief, and Fry Bread: A Native American Story. Students will love the read alouds and be able to apply their knowledge in the extension activities and writing prompts centered around each book's unique theme. Get all current interactive read alouds H A L F off with the Intera
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K - 2nd
Prove It Thanksgiving Reading Passages | Native Americans, Pilgrims, November
These nonfiction reading passages are perfect for the month of November and the Thanksgiving season. Each passage is engaging and includes informational facts about Native Americans, The Lakota of the Great Plains, The Wampanoag Tribe, and Pilgrims.These passages and comprehension questions require students to PROVE IT! They must go back to the text to support their answers with EVIDENCE.These passages can be used for many purposes: close reading, a quick assessment, targeted small groups, whole
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1st - 3rd
Fall Sentence Building Read, Build, Write
If you are working on sight words, reading, and writing, this resource is perfect for you. This Fall themed Read, Write Build Simple Sentences in perfect for Autumn. There is a fall book, little creatures book, and pumpkin counting book. There is a summer book and a camping book. These are a great way to practice sight words. Students can build simple sentences in a pocket chart with word cards and picture cards. then, they can write the sentences. They can practice read with one to one using th
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PreK - 1st
Also included in: Sentence Building Bundle Read Write Build
There was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Turkey
Book Companion Activities for "There was an Old Lady who Swallowed a Turkey" by Lucille ColandroIncluded:Pocket Chart Cards – Print. Cut. Laminate. Use to retell story.Sequencing Hat – use picture cards to sequence story and paste on hat strip in space provided.Color – color all the objects the old lady swallowed in the story “There was an OldLady who Swallowed a Turkey”.Trace – trace along the line and retell the story in order.Book – Print and staple. With guidance students will read each sent
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PreK - 1st
'Twas the Night Before Thanksgiving -- Reader's Theater, Math, Language!
Children love this cute story by Dav Pilkey! Included in this packet:A Reader's Theater Script (Two scripts--one is black-and-white and the other one is color-coded)There are roles for four students. Feel free to assign two students to a role, assign a part to a group, assign a section to each student in the class, etc. Do what you need so that this script fits the needs of your class!Reader labels are also included just in case you'd like to perform this for parents, at an assembly, for the
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2nd - 4th
I Know an Old Lady Who Swallowed A Pie: Digital & Print Speech Therapy Companion
This digital and print set (two separate versions included) is a book companionI Know an Old Lady Who Swallowed A Pie: Speech and Language Activities. Perfect for both teletherapy and in-person speech therapy. This 35 page activity pack is perfect for speech or language. The activities included are also appropriate for literacy centers and whole class activities. **Updated November 2020 to include two documents. The original PDF and a digital interactive PDF that can be used with any interactiv
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K - 4th
The Great Turkey Race Book Companion
Use these materials with the favorite November read aloud The Great Turkey Race by Steve Metzger. The NEW book companion/book study includes materials for: Making Predictions *three levels of differentiation Favorite Part *three levels of differentiation Story Map Cause and Effect *three levels of differentiation ComprehensionStory Setting Characters Problem and Solution Q and A with picture answers to cut and glue *three pages Story Sequencing with Pictures *three optionsStory Sequencing with T
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K - 1st, Staff
DINOSAURS BEFORE DARK: Magic Tree House #1 Book Companion
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This product is a book companion to be used with the Magic Tree House Book (#1) DINOSAURS BEFORE DARK by Mary Pope Osborne. In the book, Jack and Annie travel back to Prehistoric Times where they learn about dinosaurs! This book would be perfect for use with a Dinosaur Unit!!
These books are a HIT and offer themselves to tons of
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1st - 5th
Also included in: Magic Tree House Book Companion BUNDLE Books 1-4
How to Catch a Turkey: Speech & Language Activities
How to Catch a Turkey: Speech and Language Activities This packet is a companion to the book that can be used for literacy centers, whole class language lessons, or for speech/language therapy in individual or group sessions. The book is not included and will need to be purchased separately. This packet contains 70 pages of content that is perfect for targeting a variety of speech and language goals. •Rhyme:Cut out the cards (pages 5-10) and match the rhyming words from the story.•WH Questions:
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PreK - 5th
Last Week of School Reading Activities Social Studies Projects End the Year Fun
Grab these Greek mythology readers theater scripts for your class! Practicing reader’s theater scripts is a fun way to build reading fluency! When the scripts incorporate gods and goddesses from ancient Greece and play out famous Greek myths this practice becomes interdisciplinary combining reading fluency, vocabulary, public speaking, and social studies. FANTASTIC end of the year project or addition to any reading curriculum!!Included in this resource: ~ FOUR Greek Myths Reader’s Theater Script
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3rd - 6th
Also included in: Readers Theater Scripts Fables Folktales Fairy Tales Myths and Legends
THANK YOU OMU interactive Read Aloud | Fall Sequencing | Gratitude Activities
Help build comprehension with this interactive read aloud resource! It has *targeted* mini lessons & corresponding activities (for up to 5 days) that invite kinder or first graders to listen, interact and show what they know via crafts, printable(s) and group discussion! This Interactive Read Aloud Kit pairs with the mentor text, Thank You, Omu by the talented Oge Mora! This resource was *updated Nov 11, 2021*Supports Included: • Text Questions for Interactive Read Aloud• Mini Lesson Plans (
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K - 1st
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Also included in: Interactive Read Alouds Mini Bundle | Read Aloud Activities
Thanksgiving Play or Readers Theater and Songs with Literacy Activities
Make your November and Thanksgiving literacy activities memorable this year with integrated Reading, Writing and Drama and Music activities. These are the most excellent ways to include all students and offer diverse learning activities, while developing reading, writing, speaking and creativity skills. Use the Readers Theater or Play about the Native Americans and the Pilgrims to help children learn how to become friends and celebrate Thanksgiving Day. Integrate READING, WRITING, MUSIC and DRAM
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K - 3rd
Charlie Brown Thanksgiving Read Aloud TV Book Companion Reading Comprehension
A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving Book Study Companion Read Aloud Comprehension Packet with activities including quiz, sequencing, vocabulary, writing, and more, based on the book (book not included). May be used for the book or television special!This 54-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: 54 Pages Total Include:1. TABLE OF CONTENTS2. 10 Comprehension
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1st - 4th
There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Turkey: No-Prep Printables Pack
Love the Old Lady books but don’t have time to prep accompanying activities? Look no further than the There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Turkey 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 Lady swallowed in the book
3. Retelling- Cut out a cut Old Lady spinning w
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K - 3rd
What Was the First Thanksgiving? (Joan Holub) Book Study (33 pages)
* Follows Common Core Standards *This 33-page booklet-style Book Study (a total 67 pages including answer key) is designed to follow students throughout the entire book.The questions are based on reading comprehension, strategies and skills. The book study is designed to be enjoyable and keep the students engaged.Many different types of questions for students to think about and answer before, during, and after finishing each chapter. Types of questions include:Narrative ElementsPredict ConnectFi
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2nd - 5th
Also included in: What Is America? (Who Was...) COLLECTION : 25 Book Studies (713 pages)
Boy of the Painted Cave Novel Study Unit - Comprehension | Activities | Tests
This novel study for Boy of the Painted Cave, by Justin Denzel, contains 116 pages of resources, including comprehension and vocabulary by chapter, reading response activities, assessments, and more.Focus standards include figurative language, theme, character analysis, plot, and setting.No-prep, predictable, and extremely user-friendly, this literature guide is perfect for whole class, small group, or independent study. ♥You're free to use the printable OR digital version; BOTH are included wit
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3rd - 6th
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Find Ancient History resources | TPT
If you’re an educator or parent looking for printable or digital resources to help your student learn about ancient history, TPT has got you covered. We’ve got a comprehensive collection of ancient history resources available, including activities and lessons on ancient Egypt, ancient Greece, ancient Rome, ancient China, and ancient Mesopotamia, to name just a few. With plenty of TPT high-quality resources at your fingertips, you’ll be able to teach ancient history to your students with ease.
Ancient history activities to try
Here are a few examples of the different types of activities and lessons you can find on TPT to help teach students about ancient history:
Map Making
With map-making activities you can not only teach students about ancient civilizations, but also incorporate geography into your lessons. As they label and color maps, students can learn about important places in ancient civilizations, chart trade routes, and learn how empires expanded (and fell) over time.
Primary Source Analysis
One of the best ways to learn about ancient civilizations is through the artifacts and writings of people from that particular period of time. Encourage students to analyze primary sources to gain a deeper understanding about bygone eras of history. For instance, you can have students read accounts of the destruction of Pompeii and discuss it as a class.
Centers & Stations
Through the use of centers, students can collaborate and discuss topics and content they examine for each era in history. For example, you can have students navigate through four or five different centers or stations to help them learn about different aspects of Ancient Chinese culture, like literature, geography, government, and major historical events or achievements.
By making ancient history come to life through a variety of interactive and immersive activities, teachers can help students develop a deeper appreciation for the subject.
Frequently asked questions for teaching about ancient history
What is ancient history?
Ancient history refers to the period of human history that takes place from the invention of writing to late antiquity (spanning from about 3000 BC to AD 650). This era includes the study of various ancient civilizations, such as Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, Rome, China, India, and others. Ancient history plays a critical role in helping us understand the origins and development of human civilizations and the influence it had on contemporary cultures and societies.
What are examples of ancient history?
The Persian Wars, the rise of the Tang Dynasty, the campaigns of Alexander the Great, and the decline and fall of the Roman empire are all examples of important milestones and events that you can teach about in ancient history.
What types of ancient history resources are available on TPT?
There are many different types of ancient history resources sold by Sellers on TPT — from worksheets to interactive notebooks to units.
How do I find ancient history resources on TPT?
Educators can save time preparing ancient history lessons with resources created by experienced teachers. Simply start a search for ancient history resources on the TPT marketplace, and filter by grade level, price, and/or resource type to find materials that've been proven to work in classrooms like yours. No matter what you’re teaching, there are plenty of lessons and activities sold by Sellers on TPT that are tailored to meet your students' skill levels.
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