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Literature Common Core W.3.4 lessons
Back to School Writing Lesson Plans and Activities
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
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2nd - 4th
Frindle - Literature Kit Gr. 3-4
A Literature Kit for the novel Frindle written by Andrew Clements.Take a Peek Inside:Make learning about words fun again with a clever tale about a boy who invents a new word for the dictionary. Our resource is ready-made, saving you time when preparing a lesson plan for this novel. Set a purpose for reading by establishing which vocabulary words students are not familiar with. Show your comprehension of the novel with multiple choice questions. In a journal prompt, use your critical thinking s
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3rd - 4th
Also included in:Â Best Sellers Lit Kit Set - BUNDLE Gr. 3-4
Mentor Sentences Unit: Daily Grammar Second 10 Weeks (Grade 2)
Teaching your daily grammar lessons with the mentor sentences routine is the only way students will truly learn to apply grammar and language skills to their writing! No boring worksheets, lectures, sentences filled with mistakes, or rote drills that don’t stick…These ready-to-teach mentor sentence lessons will have students working with one sentence from a favorite read-aloud mentor text in a different way each day for just 10-15 minutes!Teachers who enjoy using mentor texts to cover content an
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2nd
Also included in:Â Daily Grammar Mentor Sentence Units Bundle (Grade 2): 40 Weeks!
Mentor Sentences Unit: Daily Grammar Fourth 10 Weeks (Grade 2)
Teaching your daily grammar lessons with the mentor sentences routine is the only way students will truly learn to apply grammar and language skills to their writing! No boring worksheets, lectures, sentences filled with mistakes, or rote drills that don’t stick…These ready-to-teach mentor sentence lessons will have students working with one sentence from a favorite read-aloud mentor text in a different way each day for just 10-15 minutes!Teachers who enjoy using mentor texts to cover content an
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2nd
Also included in:Â Daily Grammar Mentor Sentence Units Bundle (Grade 2): 40 Weeks!
Mentor Sentences Unit: Daily Grammar Third 10 Weeks (Grade 2)
Teaching your daily grammar lessons with the mentor sentences routine is the only way students will truly learn to apply grammar and language skills to their writing! No boring worksheets, lectures, sentences filled with mistakes, or rote drills that don’t stick…These ready-to-teach mentor sentence lessons will have students working with one sentence from a favorite read-aloud mentor text in a different way each day for just 10-15 minutes!Teachers who enjoy using mentor texts to cover content an
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2nd
Also included in:Â Daily Grammar Mentor Sentence Units Bundle (Grade 2): 40 Weeks!
Baby Literary Essay Writing Bundle (3rd grade)
LESSON PLANSFull lesson plans for Baby Literary Essay Writing.Two extended "boot camp" guided practice was added for my students. If you feel you do not need the reinforcement just eliminate Bootcamp 2 & 3 days.These plans only include bends 1-3. Bend 3 debating is not included.STUDENT PACKETIncludes: -key terms-graphic organizers-character trait work bank with visuals & synonyms-sentence frames-evidence ranking activities-exemplar essays-anchor charts-checklists (Typed up versions of th
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3rd - 4th
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Hook Your Reader Writing a Strong Introduction! Worksheets & Google Classroom
Teach students how to develop an interesting and effective "hook" in their writing introductions! Includes 5Es lesson plan, with worksheets, reference sheets and visuals. Students find hooks in fiction and non-fiction texts. Using printables and literacy-based activities, students will be able to apply variety of hooks to different writing genres: narratives, reports, response to literature, response to informational texts, poetry, persuasive texts, and essays!This resource includes: A lesson p
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2nd - 4th
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The Bad Seed Read Aloud - Character Traits - Reading Comprehension 3rd, 4th
This The Bad Seed read aloud lesson plan pack includes rigorous text dependent questions, differentiated graphic organizers, response to text writing activities including a craftivity, and detailed lesson plans to help you meet several core standards while maintaining your tradition of reading aloud for pleasure. You will guide students to use evidence from the text to deepen their understanding of the story and respond in meaningful ways.These lesson plans will guide you through 3-5 daily inter
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3rd - 4th
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The Invisible Boy Read Aloud - Friendship - Reading Comprehension 3rd, 4th grade
These The Invisible Boy read aloud activities will help your students learn how to include others.The Invisible Boy read-aloud lesson plan pack includes rigorous text dependent questions, differentiated graphic organizers, response to text writing activities including a craftivity, and detailed lesson plans to help you meet several core standards while maintaining your tradition of reading aloud for pleasure. You will guide students to use evidence from the text to deepen their understanding of
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3rd - 4th
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Fables – Narrative Writing Activity with Examples for 3rd, 4th, and 5th Grade
Try fables for age-appropriate narrative writing! This five-part project (with two examples) teaches students to write stories using effective technique, clear event sequences, and dialogue between characters. Activities are perfect for kids in third, fourth, or fifth grade.Open the preview to take a closer look at the writing prompt.1. Students read two examples of fables and determine common elements. From this analysis, the class generates a list of statements regarding characters, setting, p
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3rd - 5th
Building Character Read Aloud Lessons | Character Trait Activities for 3rd & 4th
These Building Character Read Aloud lessons and activities are perfect for character trait activities. This bundle includes read aloud activities for the books The Bad Seed, The Invisible Boy, The Most Magnificent Thing, What Do you Do With an Idea, and What Do you Do With a Problem. You can get to know your students while covering reading comprehension standards. The books and accompanying activities are great for discussing important themes like, growth mindset, inclusion, confidence, empathy,
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3rd - 4th
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Frindle Novel Unit for Grades 4-7 Common Core Aligned
Frindle is the perfect novel to begin your school year with students in grades 4-7! Nick Allen will inspire your students to consider just what they can do with a creative mind and determined spirit. This Frindle Novel Unit is the perfect resource to accompany this novel!
This 46-page PRINT AND GO Frindle Novel Unit includes:
• chapter by chapter lesson plans for easy implementation
• main idea chapter title work
• character analysis
• 6-pages of context clue word work
• 15-pages of reader re
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4th - 7th, Staff
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Also included in:Â Novel Study Unit Bundle: 15 No-Prep Units for Middle School - CCSS Aligned
The Family Under the Bridge - Literature Kit Gr. 3-4
A Literature Kit for the novel The Family Under the Bridge written by Natalie Savage Carlson.Take a Peek Inside:Expose your students to the hardships of poverty and the power that comes with family. Multi-leveled questions and prompts will have students digging deeper while making connections. Investigate the setting to determine what is already known about the historic country of France. Explain what is ironic about Armand's words to the pigeons. Recall what was read by completing a paragraph f
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3rd - 4th
Also included in:Â Family Stories Lit Kit Set - BUNDLE Gr. 3-4
What Do You Do With an Idea Read Aloud - Reading Comprehension 3rd, 4th grade
These What Do You Do with an Idea Read Aloud Activities will help teach students the power of ideas and the courage to grow them. This read-aloud pack includes rigorous text dependent questions, differentiated graphic organizers, response to text writing activities including a craftivity, and detailed lesson plans to help you meet several core standards while maintaining your tradition of reading aloud for pleasure. You will guide students to use evidence from the text to deepen their understand
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3rd - 4th
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Traditional Literature Bundle: Pourquoi Tales, Tall Tales, & Fables
This bundle includes three traditional literature and folktale units.Pourquoi Tales: Reading & Writing Unit Grades 2-4"Very well organized. It emphasizes the writing process very nicely and incorporates figurative language--which will be a nice end of the year review for my kids! I can't wait to use it. They will enjoy! Thanks!"Fables: Reading & Writing Unit Grades 2-4 "Perfect for my unit on fables! I love that reading and writing are supported by this resource. It worked beautifu
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2nd - 5th
The Scarecrow Mentor Text Unit for Grades 3-5
The Scarecrow by Beth Ferry is one you will want to include in your autumn lessons year after year! If you don't own a copy of the book, check your local library or you might even find an online read-aloud of the text with a simple Google search!Using mentor texts is one of the best ways to maximize your teaching time. You are able to teach multiple skills, subjects, and topics with just one book!WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THIS UNIT?a week of plans that teach theme and character changes, poetic qualiti
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3rd - 5th
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Also included in:Â MENTOR TEXT CLUB by Jivey 1ST EDITION for Grades 3-5
This Very Tree September 11th Mentor Text Unit | Grades 3-5 for 9/11 Patriot Day
This Very Tree by Sean Rubin is the story of the pear tree that survived on September 11th and is now the symbol of resilience and strength. It's the perfect book to read the week of (or after) Patriot Day in remembrance. If you don't own a copy of the book, check your local library or you might even find an online read-aloud of the text with a simple Google search!Using mentor texts is one of the best ways to maximize your teaching time. You are able to teach multiple skills, subjects, and topi
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3rd - 5th
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Also included in:Â MENTOR TEXT MINI-CLUB by Jivey SEASONAL EDITION for Grades 3-5
Most Magnificent Thing Read Aloud & STEM Activities - 3rd and 4th grade
These Most Magnificent Thing read aloud STEM activities will teach your third or fourth graders about growth mindset with week-long lesson plans, book activities, and a STEM challenge.These lesson plans will guide you through 3-5 daily interactive reading lessons for a full week of engaging activities your students will love! Each day students will interact with the book for a different purpose and then complete a corresponding printable or digital activity to reflect on the story more deeply. F
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3rd - 4th
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Matilda - Literature Kit Gr. 3-4
A Literature Kit for the novel Matilda written by Roald Dahl.Take a Peek Inside:Explore the power of the mind and how anything is possible if you put your mind to it. Challenge students by expanding their vocabulary and testing their comprehension with writing prompts and assessment questions. Test comprehension with multiple choice questions that explores the character of Matilda. Expand your character study by reflecting on Matilda's view of C.S. Lewis' novels, and what she considers to be a d
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3rd - 4th
Also included in:Â School Stories Lit Kit Set - BUNDLE Gr. 3-4
The War with Grandpa - Literature Kit Gr. 3-4
A Literature Kit for the novel The War with Grandpa written by Robert Kimmel Smith. Take a Peek Inside:Explore the complexities of intergenerational family relationships as one boy declares war on his older relation. Bring this novel to life for students, with well-designed and thorough vocabulary and chapter assessments. Imagine the problems that may arise from a grandparent moving in. Draw a scene from the novel as it is being described. Come up with reasons behind certain characters' actions.
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3rd - 4th
Thank You, Mr. Falker
Thank You, Mr. Falker includes everything you need to make your read aloud time interactive. It contains Pre-Reading Activities like a Word Splash and Anticipation Guide; Vocabulary Posters and Learning Objectives; Discussion Points and Interactive Note-Booking Activities to use during the read aloud, Post-Reading Assessments and Writing Projects, as well as much more!Patricia Polacco tells us an emotional story about herself, Trisha, as a young girl in elementary school. She desperately wants t
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3rd - 6th
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What Do You Do With a Problem Read Aloud - Reading Comprehension 3rd, 4th grade
These What Do you Do with a Problem read aloud activities are perfect to help teach students how to view their problems as opportunities for good.This read-aloud pack includes rigorous text dependent questions, differentiated graphic organizers, response to text writing activities including a craftivity, and detailed lesson plans to help you meet several core standards while maintaining your tradition of reading aloud for pleasure. You will guide students to use evidence from the text to deepen
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3rd - 4th
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The Bravest Man in the World Mentor Text Unit for Grades 3-5
The Bravest Man in the World by Patricia Polacco was inspired by Wallace Hartley and the Titanic. If you don't own a copy of the book, check your local library or you might even find an online read-aloud of the text with a simple Google search!Using mentor texts is one of the best ways to maximize your teaching time. You are able to teach multiple skills, subjects, and topics with just one book!WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THIS UNIT?a week of plans that teach point of view writing, historical fiction and
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3rd - 5th
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Also included in:Â MENTOR TEXT CLUB by Jivey 1ST EDITION for Grades 3-5
The Hundred Dresses - Literature Kit Gr. 3-4
A Literature Kit for the novel The Hundred Dresses written by Eleanor Estes.Take a Peek Inside:Bring to light the hardships of bullying. Offer a unique viewpoint on the hardships, perseverance and acceptance experienced by a young girl. Bring to the forefront topics for discussion about treating each other in a kindly manner. Students share their impressions of people based on where they live and how they dress to get them into the right mindset prior to reading the story. Find details in the st
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3rd - 4th
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