3rd grade literature lesson pdfs

Grades:

3rd

Types:

CCSS:

RL.3.1

Also included in: 3rd Grade Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions -Fiction ELA Bundle

Central Idea Message, Recount Mythology Folk Tale Fable RL.3.2 3rd Grade Reading

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This RL.3.2 Recount or Retell Stories, Folk Tales, Fables, Myths 3rd grade reading unit is full of standards-based lesson plans, Lexile passages, and activities to use while you are teaching the standard RL3.2. If you are not teaching Common Core, then the unit is still valuable to use when teaching students how to recount a story and find the moral of the text, including fables, folk tales, and myths.Please check out the preview to see ALL that you're getting in this Recount a Story RL3.2 Pack!

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Grades:

3rd

Types:

CCSS:

RL.3.2

Also included in: 3rd Grade Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions -Fiction ELA Bundle

Story Elements, Character Traits - Lessons, Graphic Organizers 3rd Grade RL.3.3

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This RL.3.3 Story Elements 3rd grade reading unit is full of standards-based lesson plans, anchor charts, graphic organizers worksheets, Lexile passages and activities to use while you are teaching the standard RL3.3. If you are not teaching Common Core, then the unit is still valuable to use when teaching students how to describe characters, using character traits, character feelings, and character motivations. It also touches on how the characters react to certain events and how this affects t

Subjects:

Grades:

3rd

Types:

Drama, Literature, Reading

CCSS:

RL.3.3

Also included in: 3rd Grade Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions -Fiction ELA Bundle

Fairy Tales on Trial (Fractured Fairy Tales & Point of View) BUNDLE

Created by

Run Play Explore

Point of view can be difficult for students to grasp. With this unit, you'll teach POV using fractured fairytales and hold a mock trial where your students will put fairy tale characters on trial. You'll set up court, act as judge and jury, and decide which perspective is the most believable.The Fairytales on Trial Bundle is the best value, and includes two weeks of lesson plans, suggested point of view picture books that teach perspective, explicit instructions for separating your students into

Subjects:

Grades:

2nd - 5th

Types:

Projects, Unit Plans, Lesson

CCSS:

RL.3.6

, RL.4.6

, RL.5.6

Social-Emotional Learning Book Companion Lessons & Read Aloud Activities Bundle

Created by

Proud to be Primary

This SEL Children's Book Companion Bundle includes 40 read-aloud lessons on popular picture books, fun SEL activities, reading comprehension discussion questions, writing prompts, and more that teach social-emotional learning and build reading skills. It's great for school counseling lessons, morning meetings, sub plans, and more!⭐Get ready to revolutionize your read aloud time with the mind+heart Social Emotional Learning Book Companion Bundle! Book companions provide lessons that dig deep into

Subjects:

Literature, School Counseling, Social Emotional Learning

Grades:

PreK - 3rd

Types:

Activities, Lesson

CCSS:

RL.K.1

, RL.K.2

, RL.K.3

, RL.K.4

, RL.K.7

...

Summarizing Fiction Texts Bundle: Practice Passages, PowerPoint, Worksheets

Created by

Deb Hanson

Teach your students to summarize a fictional piece of literature by using the "Somebody Wanted But So Then" strategy. This bundle of activities includes many practice opportunities! Students will read and summarize FOURTEEN fictional pieces. This bundle has everything you need to keep your students engaged as they learn how to write a strong fiction summary. Students love the activities while teachers love the convenience of these no-prep resources that can be used year after year! These genre a

Subjects:

Grades:

3rd - 6th

Types:

Printables, Lesson

CCSS:

RL.4.2

, RL.5.2

, RL.6.2

Compare and Contrast Graphic Organizers and Passages - 3rd Grade Reading RL.3.9

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This RL.3.9 compare and contrast fiction 3rd grade reading unit is full of standards-based lesson plans, anchor charts, Lexile passages, graphic organizers, and activities to use while you are teaching the standard RL3.9. If you are not teaching Common Core, then the unit is still valuable to use when teachings students how to compare and contrast fictional texts, specifically comparing plots, settings, and themes from stories by the same author. Please check out the preview to see ALL that yo

Subjects:

Grades:

3rd

Types:

English Language Arts, Literature, Reading Strategies

CCSS:

RL.3.9

Also included in: 3rd Grade Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions -Fiction ELA Bundle

Main Idea and Supporting Details Central Details Worksheets Graphic Organizers

Created by

Babbling Abby

Are you looking for an introductory unit aimed at teaching your students to find the main idea and supporting details to support reading comprehension? You've come to the right place! This can be a super challenging concept for students in kindergarten, first grade, and second grade, but this week long unit will help narrow your focus and have your kids identifying the main idea and key details in no time! There are seven different lesson plans included, plus some type of assessment: exit slip,

Subjects:

Grades:

K - 3rd

Types:

Activities, Printables, Lesson

Also included in: ELA Essentials Bundle: Inferencing, Main Idea and Key Details, Vocabulary

Text Structure in Stories Poetry Drama RL.3.5 3rd Grade Reading Passages & Unit

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This RL.3.5 Story Structure 3rd grade reading unit is full of standards-based lesson plans, Lexile passages, and activities to use while you are teaching the standard RL3.5. If you are not teaching Common Core, then the unit is still valuable to use when teachings students how to refer back to the text for evidence when answering questions, as well as how poems, plays, dramas, and stories sequence and events build on each other. Please check out the preview to see ALL that you're getting in this

Subjects:

Grades:

3rd

Types:

CCSS:

RL.3.5

Also included in: 3rd Grade Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions -Fiction ELA Bundle

Point of View Reading Comprehension Passages Unit & Worksheets, 3rd Grade RL.3.6

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This RL.3.6 Point of View 3rd grade reading unit is full of standards-based lesson plans, Lexile passages, worksheets, anchor charts, and activities to use while you are teaching the standard RL3.6. If you are not teaching Common Core, then the unit is still valuable to use when teaching students how to identify the narrator's point of view, how to identify their own point of view on the topic, and compare the two different or same points of view.Please check out the preview to see ALL that you'

Subjects:

Grades:

3rd

Types:

Literature, Reading, Tools for Common Core

CCSS:

RL.3.6

Also included in: 3rd Grade Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions -Fiction ELA Bundle

Greek Mythology Unit Based on Common Core Standards

Created by

Nicole Shelby

UPDATED on April 6, 2014- Same product, but just received a facelift. :) Please note this unit does not contain myths or stories. Of all of my units, I think I am MOST proud of this one! As I have been teaching the common core standards for 4th grade this year, I noticed that there are two standards in particular that address Greek Mythology. If your class is anything like mine, they LOVE Greek Mythology! They are all into the Percy Jackson books and The Heroes of Olympus series. So, need

Subjects:

Grades:

3rd - 4th

Types:

Activities, Graphic Organizers, Lesson

Figurative Language Worksheets Anchor Charts Task Card RL.3.4 Context Clues

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This RL.3.4 Figurative Language and Literal and Nonliteral 3rd grade reading unit is full of standards-based lesson plans, Lexile passages, and activities to use while you are teaching the standard RL3.4. If you are not teaching Common Core, then the unit is still valuable to use when teaching students how to determine the meaning of figurative language and nonliteral phrases in texts, such as idioms, hyperboles, similes, and metaphors.Please check out the preview to see ALL that you're getting

Subjects:

Grades:

3rd

Types:

Kelly Daniel - Little Fox Teaching

CCSS:

RL.3.4

Also included in: 3rd Grade Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions -Fiction ELA Bundle

Miss Nelson is Missing | Easy Prep ELA Reading Lesson Sub Plans | 2nd Grade

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When a teacher has to be out there’s no secret that pulling together sub plans are time consuming and almost more work than just being in the classroom. But sometimes we’re obligated to be out and here is an easy prep ELA lesson plan using the popular mentor text: Miss Nelson Is Missing!Includes:Missing Teacher Poster"Have You Seen My Teacher" writing planning sheetsWriting Publishing PaperComic Book Writing PaperCharacter TraitsMaking InferencesStory Maps- BMERoom 207 - Before & After Point

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature, Reading Strategies

Grades:

2nd - 4th

Types:

Printables, Graphic Organizers, Lesson

CCSS:

RL.2.1

, RL.2.3

, RL.2.6

, RL.2.7

, W.2.3

...

Level O Guided Reading Passages with Comprehension Questions | 3rd Grade Fiction

Created by

Aylin Claahsen

These 3rd Grade Level O Guided Reading fiction passages with comprehension questions are a great resource to use throughout the year to help your students who are reading at Level O. Students will practice reading passages at their instructional level and complete comprehension questions to show their understanding of the texts. These text evidence reading passages can be used for ELA Test Prep since students are reading the 3rd grade level texts and then citing evidence from the text in their w

Subjects:

ELA Test Prep, Literature, Reading

Grades:

3rd

Types:

Guided Reading Books, Printables, Lesson

Also included in: 3rd Grade Bundle Guided Reading Passages with Comprehension Questions Level N-P

Character Analysis Unit | Character Traits Graphic Organizers, Lessons, and More

Created by

The Friendly Teacher

Do you need engaging lesson plans to teach character analysis through character traits, motivations, and feelings? In this unit, you will find graphic organizers, anchor charts, passages, practice activities, full lesson plans, and more! There is a whole group and a small group lesson for each day, so that you can differentiate and reach each learner.All the lessons are engaging, low prep, and rigorous for your 3rd and 4th graders.What can you find in the lessons each day?A whole group lesson th

Subjects:

Close Reading, English Language Arts, Literature

Grades:

3rd - 4th

Types:

Unit Plans, Activities, Lesson

CCSS:

RL.3.3

, RL.4.3

Also included in: Reading Lessons and Activities for Reading Comprehension in 3rd Grade BUNDLE

Holes Novel Study Unit: Lesson Plans, Activities, Printables-Louis Sachar’s book

Created by

The Neat Teach

This Holes Novel Unit (Louis Sachar) is packed with student-centered, engaging activities, including lots of fun and meaningful writing and interactive notebook activities that teachers and students both love! It works well for independent work and collaborative group time. Teach straight from the step-by-step plans, or pick and choose what works best for you and your students. It's also ideal for tutors who want to have something meaningful yet fun without having to create something from scratc

Subjects:

Close Reading, Literature, Writing

Grades:

3rd - 5th

Types:

Interactive Notebooks, Lesson

CCSS:

RL.3.1

, RL.3.2

, RL.3.3

, RL.3.4

, RL.3.5

...

Using Illustrations to Understand Text - Fiction Illustrations 3rd Grade RL.3.7

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This RL.3.7 Illustrations 3rd grade fiction reading unit is full of standards-based lesson plans, Lexile passages, and activities to use while you are teaching the standard RL3.7. If you are not teaching Common Core, then the unit is still valuable to use when teachings students how to describe how the illustrations convey meaning, mood, and feeling, while also giving more detail about the character, setting, and events. Please check out the preview to see ALL that you're getting in this Illust

Subjects:

Grades:

3rd

Types:

Back to School, Creative Writing, Literature

CCSS:

RL.3.7

Also included in: 3rd Grade Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions -Fiction ELA Bundle

Back to School Writing Lesson Plans and Activities

Created by

The Friendly Teacher

Looking for ways to get your students engaged in writing on day 1? These FULL writing lesson plans for back to school do just that! This set includes 5 low-prep lesson plans that have a writing component and a full class lesson plan component to go with back to school mentor texts! Quick and easy setup plus clear student directions make these activities perfect for back to school season! These full lesson plans lead your students to enjoy writing on the first days of school. You start by readi

Subjects:

Grades:

2nd - 4th

Types:

Projects, Lesson

CCSS:

W.2.3

, W.3.3

, W.3.4

, W.3.10

, W.4.10

Also included in: Writing with Mentor Texts Full Year BUNDLE | Full Writing Process for All Types

Johnny Appleseed Biography and Comprehension

Created by

LittleRed

This lesson packet includes a short story explaining the life and accomplishments of Johnny Appleseed, as well as several comprehension worksheets. Here is what you will get in this packet: ‣ Reading passage in color (2 pages)‣ Reading passage in black and white (2 pages)‣ True or false worksheet‣ Sequencing worksheet ‣ Meet Johnny Appleseed fill in the blank worksheet‣ Questions about Johnny Appleseed‣ Where Did Johnny Appleseed Plant Trees? ‣ Sentence scramble worksheet‣ 'Who, What, When, Wher

Subjects:

Civics, Literature, U.S. History

Grades:

2nd - 4th

Types:

Worksheets, Printables, Lesson

Also included in: Johnny Appleseed Activity Bundle

Sub Plans - Miss Nelson is Missing

Created by

Primary Plans from Mrs Smith

***BEST SELLER!!!*** If you are going to be gone and simply do not have the time or energy to come up with sub plans, look no further - these sub plans are ready to print and use right now! You can even email them to your school and all your sub will have to do is make a few copies from this packet and track down the book either in your classroom, from a teammate, from the school library or even just pull it up on Youtube. How easy is that?! Your kids will have engaging, common core aligned

Subjects:

Literature, Reading, Writing

Grades:

1st - 3rd

Types:

Worksheets, Activities, Lesson

Twas the Night Before Christmas Poetry Activities Unit for 3rd, 4th & 5th Grade

Created by

Brenda Kovich

Unwrap the gift of poetry! A lively slideshow uses “Twas the Night Before Christmas” to teach structural elements and similes. Then third, fourth, or fifth grade students identify verses, stanzas, rhythm, rhyme, and figurative language in three additional poems in this fun unit.Open the preview to take a closer look at the introductory slideshow and printable/digital worksheets.First, display “Twas the Night Before Christmas” and read it aloud.Second, introduce structural elements of poetry.Vers

Subjects:

Christmas/ Chanukah/ Kwanzaa, Literature, Poetry

Grades:

3rd - 5th

Types:

PowerPoint Presentations, Worksheets, Lesson

CCSS:

RL.3.5

, RL.4.5

, RL.5.4

, RL.5.5

, L.4.5a

...

Interactive Read Aloud BUNDLE: Reading Comprehension Lessons Using Mentor Texts

Created by

Alyssha Swanson - Teaching and Tapas

Interactive Read Aloud lessons are perfect for teaching whole class reading comprehension lessons using mentor texts. This bundle includes 101 Interactive Read Aloud lessons that set you up for an entire year of teaching your daily whole group reading lessons with highly effective Interactive Read Alouds. Once you have the mentor text suggested for each lesson (the texts are NOT included as they are books you would find in your classroom/school library), all you need to do is print and you are r

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature, Reading Strategies

Grades:

2nd - 4th

Types:

Lesson

Our Class is a Family Book Companion Activities | Community Read Aloud | No Prep

Created by

JKLMentary

Our Class is a Family is the perfect back to school read aloud to begin creating a strong classroom community. With 44 pages of printable, engaging reading and writing activities, this product will get your students excited while they practice key reading skills like predicting, opinion writing, and retelling.This resource includes:44 pages of story activity sheetsPredicting (2 Pages)Class Expectations Cut and Glue Sort (2 Pages)I am a Member of our Class Family PageOur Class Family PromisesOur

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