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2nd grade science Common Core RF.3.4 resources
Animal Classification ELA and Science Unit, 1st grade, 2nd grade, 3rd grade
Animal Classification (An ELA and Science Unit)These wonderful activities go along great with any animal unit. They are especially great to support and enhance your science lessons on animal groups. The reader theater scripts are two part scripts that focus on information about each animal group. There are 6 animal groups highlighted: mammals, reptiles, insects, fish, amphibians and birds. The students can take turns being the different animals, learn new vocabulary and work on their reading f
Snowstorms & Blizzards Nonfiction LEVELED Passages Main Idea Fluency Check TDQ
ALL STUDENTS WILL HAVE SAME CONTENT, VOCAB, AND QUESTIONS!"Snowstorms & Blizzards Fun FACTS"ALL READERS COVERED! INFORMATIONAL TEXT:Differentiated CurriculumMain IdeaFluency CheckClose ReadingTDQ'sPicture with Annotation and ELA QuestionEXTRA TDQ's Sheet to print on the backALL-ON-ONE SHEET TO Save Time and Paper!Print-and-GoNO FLUFF-Save printer inkELA alignedUse for HW, whole/individual instruction, handoutsPerfect file for sub-plans and small groupsNILLY DILLY'S STORY CLUB SPECIALIZES IN
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2nd - 5th
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Emergency Third Grade Sub Plans Entire Year BUNDLE | 3rd Grade Substitute Plans
Third Grade Emergency Substitute Lesson Plans! This substitute bundle includes 21 DETAILED third grade sub plans. These third grade sub plans are perfect for any emergency sub day or a day packed with engaging themed activities! These plans are no prep - just print and leave for your sub! Students and substitutes will love the activities included in each sub pack! These sub plans include reading, math, writing, social studies and science activities. These plans also include an editable PowerPoin
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2nd - 4th
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Phases of the Moon Cut and Paste, Moon Calendar, Experiment, Moon Facts Book
Are you looking for an easy way to explain facts about the moon and the moon phases? Students are naturally curious about the moon. These high-interest, low prep activities will explain the moon and the moon phases in a way in which students can easily make connections and understand. You can also use this as a digital resource for your students in Google Classroom for remote learning. As students learn about the phases of the moon they can follow up with this wide variety of differentiated act
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1st - 4th
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NGSS:
1-ESS1-1
, 2-ESS1-1
, 3-ESS2-2
Dinosaurs Nonfiction Unit Reading Passages Comprehension Writing Science
This Dinosaur Activities Unit includes 8 nonfiction reading comprehension passages and questions, multiple report writing templates, hands-on activities, prehistoric crafts, math activities and other fun opportunities to ignite learning of dinosaurs.This easy-to-implement unit includes: LiteracyDinosaur academic vocabulary Invent your own dinosaur reportDinosaur report wheelMultiple report templates Multiple Graphic Organizers - Information writing and opinion writing My dinosaur report Dinosaur
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1st - 3rd
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Owls Unit - Owl Activities - Pellet Dissection - Owl Reading Passages - Projects
This 158 page Owl unit provides upper elementary students with all of the owl activities they need to complete a rigorous owl unit. These no prep owl activities include owl reading passages, owl pellet dissection activity, owl research activities, and more.COMMON CORE ALIGNED!!!✅Be sure to check out the thumbnails and preview for detailed images and information about some of the engaging activities included in this resource.This engaging resource contains the following:⭐Vocabulary Resources!-Owl
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1st - 4th
Reading About Animals: 6 Partner Play Scripts with Comprehension Worksheets
These five animal partner plays are intended to be used as fluency-building activities that 2nd and 3rd-grade students can read with a partner. This set of scripts focuses on animal facts and terms. Many animals are featured, including the elephant, giraffe, horse, goat, hippo, anaconda, and flamingo. In many cases, students are introduced to the various terms related to each animal. For example, students who read the "Mandy's Foal" script are introduced to the following terms: foal, yearling, c
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2nd - 3rd
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States of Matter: 5 Science Partner Play Scripts with a Comprehension Worksheet
These five partner plays focus on solids, liquids, and gases and how substances can change their state as temperature is increased or decreased. They are intended to be used as fluency-building activities that 2nd and 3rd grade students can do with a partner. An added bonus is that they support science concepts related to states of matter! This packet also includes a follow-up comprehension worksheet. Students can answer the questions after they finish reading each script.This resource is availa
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2nd - 3rd
Famous Astronauts CLOSE READING LEVELED PASSAGES Main Idea Fluency TDQS
LEVELED PASSAGES! CHOOSE EACH STUDENT'S READING LEVEL. ALL STUDENTS WILL HAVE SAME CONTENT, VOCAB, AND QUESTIONS!5 Articles INFORMATIONAL TEXT 5 LEVELS DIFFERENTIATED CURRICULUM!Differentiated Curriculum-NASA FACTS-ASTRONAUT BUZZ ALDRIN-ASTRONAUT JOHN GLENN-ASTRONAUT NEIL ARMSTRONGMain IdeaFluency CheckClose ReadingTDQ's(REAL)Picture with Annotation and ELA QuestionEXTRA TDQ's Sheet to print on the backSAME CONTENT/SAME VOCABALL-ON-ONE SHEET TO Save Time and Paper!Print-N-GoNO FLUFF-Save printe
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2nd - 5th
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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
Winter Solstice FACTS CLOSE READ 5 LEVELED PASSAGES Main Idea Fluency Check TDQs
LEVELED PASSAGES! CHOOSE EACH STUDENT'S READING LEVEL. ALL STUDENTS WILL HAVE SAME CONTENT, VOCAB, AND QUESTIONS!You have Full Permission to Digitalize, Google Drive/slides/docs/etc., Share, Modify, or use any other means to send home to your students. It’s yours- ENJOY! Please send me a copy to share with others on here."Winter Solstice Fun Facts"ALL READERS COVERED! INFORMATIONAL TEXTDecember 20th and 21stDifferentiated CurriculumMain IdeaFluency CheckClose ReadingTDQ'sPicture with Annotation
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2nd - 5th
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Grammar Paragraph Editing and Animal Research | Capitalization and Punctuation
Do you want to fit in science & geography while your students work on a differentiated NO-PREP literacy activity? Here's a reading, editing, rewriting, and online research packet all about koalas. Students read a passage, edit it for paragraph breaks, capitalization and punctuation, and then rewrite it correctly. Extension activities include map work and easy online research about koalas.⚫ This resource is in US English. Click HERE for AUS/UK English. ⚫ Literacy Skills Addressed:✅ Capitaliz
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2nd - 3rd
Daylight Savings/Spring Forward Close Reading LEVELED Passages Print-n-Go!
LEVELED PASSAGES! CHOOSE EACH STUDENT'S READING LEVEL. ALL STUDENTS WILL HAVE SAME CONTENT, VOCAB, AND QUESTIONS!ALL READERS COVERED! INFORMATIONAL TEXT Passage includes:Differentiated Curriculum 5 levels Main IdeaFluency CheckClose ReadingTDQ's(REAL)Pictures with Annotation and ELA QuestionEXTRA TDQ's Sheet to print on the backSAME CONTENT/SAME VOCABALL-ON-ONE SHEET TO Save Time and Paper!Print-N-GoNO FLUFF-Save printer inkELA aligned and LISTEDUse for HW, whole/individual instruction, handouts
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2nd - 5th
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Earth Day Virtual Field Trip - 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Grade
Join me on a virtual field trip! On this field trip, students will use their critical thinking, reading, writing, and listening skills to explore and learn about our incredible Earth. Students will learn about recycling, climate change, composting, national parks, wildlife, and more! They will also get to explore the world using Google Maps and other websites with virtual tour capabilities! ⭐Check out the quick preview video for a taste of what this field trip has to offer. This resource includ
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2nd - 5th
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Spanish Reader's Theater Script: Life Cycles, Insects And Plants, Photosynthesis
Science and Reading Integration: "La mariquita y la rosita"Interacciones entre plantas e insectos, ciclos de vida, fotosíntesis, partes de la planta, metamorfosis, necesidades básicasGuiones infantiles integradosThis Reader’s Theater Package is a great resource to use in your classroom in many ways: Reading, Writing and/or Science Centers, small group activities, partner’s activities, or teacher table.This script will make reference to:Interactions between ladybugs and plants.Basic NeedsLife Cyc
Four Spheres of Earth Fluency
Four Spheres of Earth Fluency (2 versions: lithosphere and geosphere)Please see the preview for highlights from the Bundle. Whether used for fluency, or for comprehension, this numbered reading passage is an excellent way to learn about the Water Cycle and the wonders of water. Ways I’ve used them:1. Fluency pairs – partners practice together2. Centers – laminate and use dry erase markers3. Homework – 4 parts for 4 days4. Close read (without a timer) – using colors suggested to annotate Each p
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2nd - 5th
***VIRTUAL TRIP TO THE NORTH POLE*** (REINDEER STUDY) - HOLIDAY - CHRISTMAS!!!
Take your class on a virtual field trip to the NORTH POLE to learn all about Santa, his workshop, elves and reindeer!!!! This Google Slides activity incorporates cute and colourful clip art, as well as actual high-quality photographs. Study about reindeer at the same time! Includes non-fiction lessons about Reindeer with multiple photographs. PLUS...play a Picture Search puzzle game where students find candy hidden by sneaky elves. You can easily add your own personal touch with a Bitmoji and/o
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PreK - 4th
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NGSS:
1-LS1-1
, K-ESS3-1
, 3-LS4-3
, 2-LS4-1
, K-ESS3-2
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Also included in: Christmas Holiday Theme Bundle - Complete NO PREP Unit with Virtual Trip
Reader's Theater Script: Landforms, Reading and Science Activities/Centers
Reading and Science Integration: Landforms, Reading/Science Integration: Activities to Be Used in Small Groups, Centers, Or Teacher Table.
4 Characters (Intermediate Readers)
This package has 7 scripts:
Landforms (Geologist/Geology)
Valleys
Hills
Mountains
Mesas (Buttes/Mesas/Plateaus)
Plains (Grasslands/Steppes/Prairies)
Islands
Full Package includes:
Cover
Introduction
Common Core Standards (Reading, Listening, Science)
7 Scripts For 4 Characters Each
Comprehension Questions for Each Scri
Rabbits NONFICTION Digital GOOGLE SLIDES and PRINTABLE Passages and Activities
Rabbits or Bunnies NON-FICTION DIGITAL GOOGLE SLIDES & PRINTABLE Passages. Teach informational text INTERACTIVELY with vocabulary work, comprehension questions, notetaking, and expository writing. Use during guided reading, whole-class instruction, or for individual learning and on GOOGLE CLASSROOM. This can be used for first, second, or third grade. DIGITAL & PRINTABLE versions accommodate all distant learners! Perfect for a unit on FOREST Animals, SPRING, or the EASTER BUNNY:3-page Pas
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1st - 3rd
Albert Einstein CLOSE READING 5 LEVEL COMPREHENSION PASSAGES Main idea Fluency!!
LEVELED PASSAGES! CHOOSE EACH STUDENT'S READING LEVEL. ALL STUDENTS WILL HAVE SAME CONTENT, VOCAB, AND QUESTIONS! You have Full Permission to Digitalize, Google Drive/slides/docs/etc., Share, Modify, or use any other means to send home to your students. It’s yours- ENJOY! Please send me a copy to share with others on here. INFORMATIONAL TEXT:Differentiated Curriculum 5 levels Main IdeaFluency CheckClose ReadingTDQ's(REAL)Picture with Annotation and ELA QuestionEXTRA TDQ's Sheet to print on the b
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2nd - 5th
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Reader's Theater Script: Life Cycles, Insects & Plants, Photosynthesis Full Pack
Reading And Science Integration: "Little Rose and Ladybug"Plants And Insects Interactions, Life Cycles, Photosynthesis, Parts Of A Plant, Metamorphosis, Basic NeedsScripts with Content for Intermediate ReadersThis Reader’s Theater Package is a great resource to use in your classroom in many ways: Reading, Writing and/or Science Centers, small group activities, partner’s activities, or teacher table.This script will make reference to:Interactions between ladybugs and plants.Basic NeedsLife Cycles
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2nd - 4th
Spanish Reader's Theater Script: Force and Motion, Full Pack with Activities
Spanish ResourcesSpanish reading and science integration: Fuerza y movimientoActivities to Be Used in Small Groups, Centers, or Teacher Table.4 CHARACTERSThis script will refer to:Force and MotionPush or PullFrictionReaders’ Theater is one of the best tools to have students gain fluency, accuracy, and comprehension in reading. It also reinforces listening skills, and teamwork.It is a great resource to use in your classroom to integrate reading and science. You can use it in many ways: small grou
BAT Reading Comprehension Interactive Journal Task Cards
Bat, Bats, and More Bats! Integrate reading and science with these bat themed suffix and contraction task cards, reading comprehension printables, and INB foldables - vocabulary, sentences, and dictionary skills.
TASK CARD CENTER
6 Batty about Suffixes: task card
6 Batty about Suffixes: task card answer keys
2 recording sheets
6 Batty about Contractions: task card
6 Batty about Contractions: task card answer keys
2 recording sheets
READING COMPREHENSION (Test prep tips are included.)
2 Work
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1st - 3rd
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Reader's Theater Script, Lab Safety Rules, Scientific Method Booklet, Activities
Reading And Science Integration: First Time Lab Time
(Lab Safety Rules)
Reader’s Theater
Scripts with Content for Intermediate Readers
by The RT Shop
This Reader’s Theater Package it’s a great resource to use in your classroom in many ways: literature circles, small group activities, partner’s activities, centers, or teacher table.
Reader’s Theater is one of the best tools in the classroom to have students gain fluency, accuracy and c
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2nd - 4th
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