4th grade informational text lectures

Informational Text, Native Americans, U.S. History

Contains 3 reading passages on Native Americans and the Indian Removal Act, the Trail of Tears and the Long Walk, Native American Chiefs and War Makeup, 3 Comprehension Worksheets and Teacher's Key. Questions are true or false; multiple choice and open ended, and include both literal and inferential questions. This product contains two non-fiction graphic organizers as well! Use for Social Studies (History) and Language Arts (Reading Comprehension). Great for Substitute Teachers. INCLU

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Grades:

4th - 5th

Types:

Lectures, Worksheets, Homeschool Curricula

Also included in: Wild, Wild West - Reading Passages & Comprehension - MEGA BUNDLE

THE TRANSCONTINENTAL RAILROAD - Reading Passages and Comprehension Questions

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English Language Arts, Informational Text, U.S. History

9 Reading passages cover the Transcontinental Railroad, The Central Pacific Railroad, The Union Pacific Railroad, The Workers, Life on the Job, Promontory Summit, and More. This product is great for Social Studies (History) and Language Arts (Reading Comprehension). Perfect for use by substitute teachers! Questions are true or false; multiple choice and open ended, and include both literal and inferential questions. This product is great for a quick charter school sample! It may be used f

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Grades:

4th - 6th

Types:

Lectures, Worksheets, Thematic Unit Plans

Also included in: Wild, Wild West - Reading Passages & Comprehension - MEGA BUNDLE

Informational Text Structure - Nonfiction PowerPoint & Google Slides Mini Lesson

Created by

Brenda Kovich

Colorful interactive organizers explain informational text structures with examples. This mini lesson, which is available as a PowerPoint presentation or Google Slides, explores five formats used for nonfiction writing. Additionally, kids learn common transition terms for each form.Click the video preview to see how interactive organizers help kids conceptualize each text structure. Then open the preview to take a closer look at all of the parts.First, students explore descriptions.Text and orga

Subjects:

ELA Test Prep, Informational Text, Reading

Grades:

3rd - 5th

Types:

CCSS:

RI.4.5

, RI.5.5

Also included in: Informational Text Structures Unit - Nonfiction for Third, Fourth & Fifth Grade

MEDIEVAL KINGS, QUEENS & THE FEUDAL SYSTEM Reading Passages & Activities

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8 reading passages cover Kings, Queens, the Feudal System; the Coronation; Well-Known Medieval Kings and Queens (William the Conqueror, King John, Matilda of Flanders); Nobles, Clergy, Peasants and Serfs; and more. Classroom and enrichment activities keep students engaged as they learn. Great for use by substitute teachers, or for homeschooling or co-ops! INCLUDES:8 One-Page Reading PassagesClassroom and Enrichment ActivitiesReview WorksheetTeacher's Key2 Graphic OrganizersREADING PASSAGES:

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Grades:

4th - 6th

Types:

Informational Text, Reading, Reading Strategies

Also included in: MEDIEVAL LIFE AND CAREERS, BUNDLE 1 - Reading Passages and Enrichment Activities

Text Features PowerPoint Presentation

Created by

Jodi G in the LiBRaRy

This introduction to 27 text features highlights the various print features and visual aids that help students understand nonfiction text, including the table of contents, glossary, index, appendix, captions, diagrams, and maps. Since a key component of this lesson is perusing nonfiction selections at their tables, each of the 27 features also has a slide asking students to find that particular text feature in a book at their tables. The FREE crossword puzzle (http://www.teacherspayteachers.co

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Grades:

4th - 10th

Types:

English Language Arts, Health, Informational Text

Nutrition Powerpoint (My Plate)

Created by

Mary Bown

Use this Power point presentation as an introduction or a review for your nutrition unit. It covers the food groups, my plate, the six essential nutrients, and many examples.Here is a run down of the slides.Slide 1- Intro PageSlide 2- Six Essential Nutrients ListedSlide 3- Detailed Information about WaterSlide 4- Detailed Information about VitaminsSlide 5- Detailed Information about MineralsSlide 6- Detailed Information about CarbohydratesSlide 7- Detailed Information about ProteinSlide 8- Deta

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Grades:

2nd - 5th, Adult Education

Types:

Lectures, PowerPoint Presentations, Unit Plans

Also included in: MEGA Science Bundle (Upper Elementary)

MEDIEVAL MONKS, NUNS & ALMONERS - Reading Passages & Enrichment Activities

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5 reading passages cover Medieval Monks, the Job of Nuns and Almoners; Religion in the Middle Ages, Monastic Herbalists, and more. Classroom and enrichment activities keep students engaged as they learn. Great for use by substitute teachers, or for homeschooling or co-ops! INCLUDES:5 Reading PassagesClassroom and Enrichment ActivitiesReview WorksheetTeacher's Key2 Graphic OrganizersIn Western Europe during the Middle Ages, Christianity was the main religion. And at that time, all Christians w

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Grades:

4th - 6th

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Also included in: MEDIEVAL TIMES - CAREERS - SPECIAL BUNDLE

MEDIEVAL PILGRIMS & THE CANTERBURY TALES - Reading Passages & Activities

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5 reading passages cover the Pilgrims during the Middle Ages, Canterbury Cathedral, Geoffrey Chaucer, and the Canterbury Tales. Classroom and enrichment activities keep students engaged as they learn. Great for use by substitute teachers, or for homeschooling or co-ops! Pilgrims were – and are – people who traveled to a location because it was significant to their religion. Pilgrimages have been around for centuries as people of all religions traveled long distances to important sacred site

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Grades:

4th - 6th

Types:

Geography, Holidays/Seasonal, Informational Text

Also included in: MEDIEVAL LIFE AND CAREERS, BUNDLE 2 - Reading Passages and Enrichment Activities

Celebrations and Traditions from Around the World - Informational Posters/Slides

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Resources for Teaching

Take a trip around the world as we discover some of the celebrations and traditions from around the world! This resource includes 23 informational slides filled with pictures, informational passages and interesting facts about 10 unique celebrations. This is a wonderful resource for students learning about celebrations and commemorations in Australia and the world in Human Society and Its Environment (HSIE) (History and Geography) lessons. (ACHASSK065)This resource also includes a research task

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Grades:

1st - 6th

Types:

Lectures, Research, Worksheets

Non-Fiction Text Features PowerPoint Notes

Created by

Kristina Satterfield

This PowerPoint presentation can be used as a quick review or as a way to teach the students about non-fiction text features before reading nonfiction and informational texts. For example, I showed my 8th grade students this PowerPoint before we began reading The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens. As I went through the PowerPoint, the students wrote the word and their purpose into a "Non-fiction Text Features Booklet." After they finished taking notes, they were given time in class to either dr

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Informational Text, Vocabulary

Grades:

3rd - 12th

Types:

Christmas/ Chanukah/ Kwanzaa, Informational Text, Winter

3.RI.8 Text Structures Packet {Winter Themed!}

Created by

Marissa Gaines

Use this amazing bundle to teach your students the different types of text structures (compare/contrast, cause/effect, problem/solution, main idea, and sequence)! A note-taking page is included as well as ANSWER KEY! AND a scoot activity is included at the end as a way to assess students' learning. Don't pass up this amazing unit!!!

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Grades:

2nd - 4th

Types:

Lectures, Activities, Assessment

CCSS:

RI.2.8

, RI.3.8

, RI.4.8

Jamestown Settlers - Printable Reading Comprehension and Graphic Organizers

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English Language Arts, Informational Text, U.S. History

This product contains 29 short reading passages with 2-3 reading comprehension questions per passage. The informational text covers the Jamestown Settlers, John Smith, John Rolfe, Pocahontas and the Powhatan, and many more (see below for complete list). This product also includes five graphic organizers that can be used on individual passages or for the entire product. Questions are true or false; multiple choice and open ended, and include both literal and inferential questions. This produ

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Grades:

4th - 5th

Types:

Lectures, Homework, Graphic Organizers

MEDIEVAL SCRIBES & THE MAGNA CARTA - Reading Passages & Enrichment Activities

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5 reading passages covering the jobs of Medieval Scribes and illuminators, the Magna Carta, Medieval Books, Obtaining the Supplies, and more. Classroom and enrichment activities keep students engaged as they learn. Great for use by substitute teachers, or for homeschooling or co-ops! INCLUDES: 5 Reading PassagesClassroom and Enrichment ActivitiesReview WorksheetTeacher's Key2 Graphic OrganizersOwning a book during the Middle Ages was actually a big deal. Books were rare and expensive because

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Grades:

4th - 6th

Types:

English Language Arts, Informational Text, Literature

Also included in: MEDIEVAL TIMES - CAREERS - SPECIAL BUNDLE

Objective Summary for Literary Texts - Somebody, Wanted, But, So, Then

Created by

Jenny McPhaul

PowerPoint provides notes (how-to) for writing an objective summary for literary texts. This PowerPoint provides the "Somebody, Wanted, But, So, Then" method of summary writing. After the notes, you can read a short story or picture book to complete a "SWBST" graphic organizer together as a class for practice. If you purchase the PowerPoint, you can message me and I will send you the guided notes word document that accompanies these notes.

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Grades:

4th - 10th

Types:

Lectures, PowerPoint Presentations, Scaffolded Notes

CCSS:

RL.4.2

, RL.5.2

, RL.6.2

, RL.7.2

, RL.8.2

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Introduction to European Explorers Power Point

Created by

The Owl Spot

This short Power Point includes general information about the Age of Exploration. Students will learn about the different motives for exploration, who inspired them, and basic information about colonization. This is best used before students begin learning about individual explorers, as they will be learning why these explorers went on their journeys. This is part of my European Explorers Bundle - don't miss saving a bundle! Happy Teaching! Martha from "The Owl Spot" www.teacherspayteac

Subjects:

European History, Informational Text, U.S. History

Grades:

3rd - 6th

Types:

Informational Text, Library Skills, Reading

Also included in: European Explorers Activity Bundle

Dewey Decimal PowerPoint Presentation

Created by

Jodi G in the LiBRaRy

With cute argyle and plaid backgrounds, this 156-slide presentation defines and gives eye-catching examples for each section of the Dewey Decimal System. It could be shown as a presentation or could simply be displayed as a slideshow in your library. I loop mine throughout the day (just change the animation setting to automatic/5 seconds and change the transition to fade, then click on "apply to all"). This visual reminder of the sections of the Dewey helps students locate books they truly WANT

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Grades:

4th - 9th

Types:

TRANSCONTINENTAL RAILROAD - Reading Passages and Bingo Review Game

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Informational Text, Other (Social Studies - History), U.S. History

8 Reading passages cover the Transcontinental Railroad, The Central Pacific Railroad, The Union Pacific Railroad, Life on the Job, Immigrant Workers, Promontory Summit, and More. A review game of BINGO rounds out this lesson by reviewing new concepts and vocabulary words in a fun and engaging way. Great for Substitute Teachers!THIS PRODUCT INCLUDES: 8 One-Page Reading Passages of Informational Text 36 Unique Bingo Cards (18 pages with two cards per sheet)The Caller’s Tracking Sheet 24 Calling

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Grades:

4th - 7th

Types:

Lectures, Games

Also included in: WILD WILD WEST - READING PASSAGES AND BINGO - BUNDLE

Fun Character Traits Powerpoint

Created by

Mrs Ashburys World

This powerpoint can be used to introduce or review Character Traits. It shows examples of inside and outside traits. There's GREAT animation like all my powerpoints to keep the students engaged. I hope you like it as much as I liked creating it! I recommend reviewing the powerpoint before your lesson to get a feel of where you want the students to partner share what may come next or pauses for you to instruct.

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Informational Text, Reading Strategies

Grades:

K - 5th

Types:

MEDIEVAL ARCHITECTURE AND SIEGE ENGINES - Reading Passages and Bingo

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Informational Text, Middle Ages, Social Studies - History

8 reading passages cover Medieval Architects and Engineers, Castles, Cathedrals, Siege Engines, Romanesque and Gothic Styles, Gargoyles and Grotesques, Peasant Huts, and more. A review game of BINGO rounds out this lesson by reviewing new concepts and vocabulary words in a fun and engaging way. Great for Substitute Teachers!INCLUDES: 8 Reading Passages 36 Unique Bingo Cards (18 pages with two cards per sheet)Bingo Caller’s Tracking Sheet 24 Bingo Word and Clue Cards2 Graphic OrganizersREADING

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Grades:

4th - 7th

Types:

Lectures, Games

COLONIAL AMERICAN CRAFTSMEN - Grades 4 - 6 History Reading Passages & Activities

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Informational Text, Social Studies - History, U.S. History

Are you looking for engaging reading passages for your Colonial American History Unit? This product includes 9 reading passages covering the Tradesmen of Colonial America including Gunsmiths, Apothecaries, Printers, Tailors, Tanners, Wigmakers, and Colonial Apprenticeships. Classroom and enrichment activities keep students engaged as they learn. Great as a supplement to textbooks or for use by substitute teachers or homeschoolers!Craftsmen were responsible for growing the colonies by building st

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Grades:

4th - 6th

Types:

English Language Arts, Informational Text, Writing-Essays

Also included in: COLONIAL AMERICAN LIFE, BUNDLE #2 - Reading Passages and Enrichment Activities

Writing A Speech Public Speaking PDF File

Created by

Geis19

This PDF file has a number of pages dealing with creating a speech for public speaking. Please note this is the same file as my MS Word Speech file except in PDF format. Thanks. Included are : A) A Speech Outline B) Speech Topics C) Writing an Introduction D) Using Cue Cards E) Writing the Body of Your Speech F) Writing a Conclusion G) Student Speech Planner Outline Very colorful and attractive.

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Grades:

3rd - 6th

Types:

Lectures, Printables, By TpT Sellers for TpT Sellers

Also included in: Writing Bundle Writing: Narrative, Persuasive, Letter, Procedure, Speech, Poetry

MEDIEVAL KINGS, QUEENS, THE FEUDAL SYSTEM - Reading Passages and Bingo

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