3rd grade english language arts thematic unit plans for Easel Activities

CCSS:

, RI.3.3

, RI.4.2

, RI.4.3

...

Also included in: 3rd 4th Grade Social Studies Bundle Curriculum Full Year American History Units

American Revolutionary War Reading Passages Activities Worksheets Complete Unit

Created by

Reading, Social Studies - History, U.S. History

Making teaching about the American Revolutionary War fun with these engaging and hands-on American Revolutionary War activities! This resource highlights the causes, main events, important people, and results of the Revolutionary War all in one!**Newly Updated with Three Different Levels of Reading Passages**Students will learn about the American Revolutionary War. This unit includes lots of hands-on activities for students related to the causes, events, battles, influential people, and major re

Subjects:

Grades:

3rd - 5th

Types:

Thematic Unit Plans, Activities, Interactive Notebooks

CCSS:

English Language Arts, Spring, Summer

, RI.3.8

, RI.4.1

, RI.4.2

...

Also included in: 3rd 4th Grade Social Studies Bundle Curriculum Full Year American History Units

Camping Fun Spring Activity Packet Summer School Morning Work Grade 2 3 ELA

Created by

Promoting Success

You will download a spring or summer school ELA and math activity packet for your students in grade 2, 3, and special education. These math and literacy worksheets feature a fun camping day theme to supplement your spring or summer school morning work. Skills include reading comprehension, creative writing prompts, grammar, comparing numbers, telling time, addition and subtraction, counting money, fractions, and more.These worksheets will work well for your early finishers, morning work, bell ri

Subjects:

Grades:

2nd - 3rd

Types:

Worksheets, Thematic Unit Plans, Independent Work Packet

CCSS:

...

Also included in: Camping Day Spring ELA Worksheets Math Fun Summer School Morning Work Packet 2nd

Ecosystems and Biomes Reading Passages Activities Photosynthesis Food Chains Web

Created by

Environment, Informational Text, Science

Make teaching about ecosystems and biomes fun with this complete unit! With this BEST SELLER, your students will learn all about the different types of ecosystems, biomes, food chains, photosynthesis, herbivores, carnivores, and omnivores, and how they interact with each other. This engaging unit includes information about different types of ecosystems and biomes, as well as hands-on activities that bring the topics to life. Help your students understand ecosystems and biomes in a meaningful wa

Subjects:

Grades:

3rd - 5th

Types:

Thematic Unit Plans, Printables, Centers

CCSS:

, RI.3.2

, RI.3.3

, RI.4.1

...

NGSS:

5-LS2-1

, 3-LS2-1

, 2-LS4-1

Also included in: 3rd 4th Grade Science Curriculum Bundle Full Year Ecosystems Animals Habitats

Westward Expansion Fun Activities Reading Passages Flip Book Maps Lewis & Clark

Created by

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

Visit the Wild West with these Westward Expansion with comprehension reading passages and activities about Lewis & Clark, Louisiana Purchase, Gold Rush, Erie Canal, Pony Express, and the Oregon Trail. With information about:Westward ExpansionLouisiana PurchaseErie CanalThe AlamoPony ExpressOregon TrailGold RushLewis and Clark ExpeditionImportant Inventions: Telegraph, Steam Locomotive, and SteamboatThis unit on the Westward includes reading passages, comprehension questions, character studie

Subjects:

Grades:

2nd - 4th

Types:

CCSS:

, RI.3.2

, RI.3.3

English Language Arts, Literature, Tools for Common Core

, RI.3.7

...

Also included in: 3rd 4th Grade Social Studies Bundle Curriculum Full Year American History Units

The True Story of the Three Little Pigs & The Three Little Pigs - Print & Easel

Created by

Second Grade Smiles

Reading The True Story of the Three Little Pigs? This compare and contrast folktale unit was created for use with The True Story of the Three Little Pigs by Jon Scieszka and a traditional retelling of The Three Little Pigs. In my classroom, I use James Marshall’s version of The Three Little Pigs for these activities, but any traditional retelling will pair well. Here’s what you’ll find inside:• vocabulary reference sheet with visuals• story maps• summary writing graphic organizer• character des

Subjects:

Grades:

1st - 3rd

Types:

Thematic Unit Plans, Activities, Centers

CCSS:

RL.1.1

, RL.1.2

, RL.1.3

, RL.2.1

, RL.2.2

...

Also included in: Folktales and Fractured Folktales - Compare and Contrast Folktales

Weather & The Water Cycle

Created by

Curriculum Castle

Explore the world of weather as your students engage in various science activities that explore forecasting, clouds, storms and the water cycle! This thematic weather unit includes:1. Recommeded Book List2. Weekly Weather Forecast Printable (boy & girl meteorologist versions) 3. Clouds Outdoor Observation4. Cotton Clouds (Interactive Flip Project) 5. Let's Label Clouds (cut and paste)6. Let's Draw Precipitation (Rain, Snow, Sleet and Hail)7. Thunderstorm Reading Comprehension 8. Tornado Read

Subjects:

Earth Sciences, English Language Arts, Science

Grades:

1st - 3rd

Types:

English Language Arts, Special Education, Speech Therapy

Giraffes Can't Dance Book Companion Activities Speech and Language Therapy

Created by

Speech Sprouts

Speech therapy jungle style! Language and articulation activities perfect for zoo themes too. Packed with story comprehension activities, yes/no and wh questions, multiple meanings, synonyms, antonyms, and more. This set includes ready-to-go activities for a variety of levels from PK to early elementary so you can use one wonderful storybook across your caseload!~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~➤SKILLS TARGETED:• Phonological Awareness- rhyme, syllable counting, initial sound

Subjects:

Grades:

PreK - 3rd

Types:

Animal Classifications Unit Sort Mammals Reptiles Amphibians Groups Worksheets

Created by

Environment, Informational Text

Discover the Wonders of Nature with our Animal Classification Unit. This incredible unit includes everything you need to teach about mammals, birds, fish, reptiles, and amphibians. With kid-friendly reading passages, comprehension questions, and hands-on activities, this unit encourages students to explore the amazing diversity of living creatures. A fun animal card sorting game and vibrant tri-fold booklets are sure to keep students engaged!The following animal groups are highlighted in this un

Subjects:

Grades:

2nd - 4th

Types:

Thematic Unit Plans, Printables, Centers

Also included in: Animals and Habitats Animal Adaptation Classification Ecosystems Food Chains Web

Cinderella Around the World | Comparing Cinderella Stories | Print & TPT Easel

Created by

Second Grade Smiles

Teach students to compare and contrast and hone reading comprehension skills with Cinderella fairy tales! I’ve included activities for the Cinderella stories Cinderella, Cendrillon, The Irish Cinderlad, The Egyptian Cinderella, The Korean Cinderella, and The Rough-Face Girl in order to expose students to fairy tales from a variety of continents. Blank pages are included for many of the activities, so you are free to add in or substitute your own favorite versions as well. To start off the unit,

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature, Tools for Common Core

Grades:

2nd - 3rd

Types:

Unit Plans, Thematic Unit Plans, Printables

CCSS:

RL.2.2

, RL.2.3

, RL.2.5

, RL.2.7

, RL.2.9

...

Ancient Rome Activities Unit Passages Worksheets Map Timeline Civilizations

Created by

Ancient History, Informational Text, Social Studies - History

Our Ancient Rome activities pack has comprehension passages for students to learn about geography of Italy, daily life in Ancient Rome, Roman gladiators, the Colosseum, Julius Caesar, Roman Republic, roads, and much more! Inside you'll find lots of engaging activities, from vocabulary activities to, a timeline, map activity, to a government chart.What's inside:Geography of ItalyLegend of Romulus and RemusRoman Daily LifeMediterranean DietCenter CourtyardsReligious RomansRoman RepublicFarmers, Me

Subjects:

Grades:

2nd - 5th

Types:

Thematic Unit Plans, Activities, Graphic Organizers

Also included in: Ancient Greece and Rome Comprehension Passages Activities Worksheets Maps

The Three Little Pigs vs. Mr. A. Wolf (Three-Week Opinion Writing Unit)

Created by

Markers and Minions - Toluca Rivers

In this three-week writing unit, students will read both sides of the Three Little Pigs tale and analyze the different points of view. They will form their own opinion of who is innocent and defend their argument with evidence from the text. This experience gives them the opportunity to practice these important opinion-writing skills using familiar and entertaining texts.This unit includes detailed lesson plans to guide your teaching, graphic organizers to walk students through the opinion-writi

Subjects:

Close Reading, Reading, Writing-Essays

Grades:

3rd - 5th

Types:

Projects, Thematic Unit Plans, Lesson

CCSS:

W.3.1a

, W.3.1b

, W.3.1c

, W.3.1d

Also included in: All PBL, Research, and Writing Units! (Benchmark Advance)

Pollution Activities ~ Air, Water, and Land

Created by

Erin Thomson's Primary Printables

Teach your students about air, water, and land pollution with these information sheets, note pages, and book. Perfect for Earth Day!This packet includes information sheets on air, water and land pollution, including a definition of the pollution, how the pollution affects you, and what you can do to help prevent it.The note pages/worksheets can be used to write notes about each pollution (what the pollution is, how it affects them, and what they can do to help).The mini book summarizes each type

Subjects:

Earth Day, Earth Sciences, Informational Text

Grades:

1st - 3rd

Types:

Worksheets, Thematic Unit Plans, Centers

Ancient Greece Activities Map Geography Worksheets Olympics Athens vs Sparta

Created by

Ancient History, Informational Text, Social Studies - History

Our Ancient Greece activities pack has information about geography, daily life in Ancient Greece, Athens and Sparta, ancient Olympics, Democracy, religion, Greek theater, and culture. This unit is filled with reading passages with comprehension questions, hands-on activities, vocabulary posters, timeline, map activity, quiz, and much more!Inside you'll find information about:A Great CivilizationGeography of GreeceEarly Greek CivilizationsThe MinoansThe MycenaeansA Tough Life Life in AthensLife i

Subjects:

Grades:

2nd - 5th

Types:

English Language Arts, Literature, Tools for Common Core

Also included in: Ancient Greece and Rome Comprehension Passages Activities Worksheets Maps

Red Riding Hood and Lon Po Po - Compare and Contrast Folktales - Print & Easel

Created by

Second Grade Smiles

Working on comparing and recounting folktales from diverse cultures? This book study resource was created for use with Lon Po Po a Red Riding Hood Story from China by Ed Young and Red Riding Hood. Here’s what you’ll find inside:• vocabulary reference sheet for Lon Po Po with visual supports• comprehension strip sets for Red Riding Hood and Lon Po Po with differentiated recording sheet options (12 questions per story)• story map graphic organizers• summary writing graphic organizers• character an

Subjects:

Grades:

2nd - 4th

Types:

Thematic Unit Plans, Task Cards

CCSS:

RL.2.1

, RL.2.2

, RL.3.1

, RL.3.2

, RL.3.3

...

Read and Write About Folktales, Fables and Fairy Tales 2nd and 3rd Grade

Created by

Janice Pearson

Teach the similarities and differences in folktales: fairy tales, fables, tall tales and legends. Use for close reading or guided reading lessons with a focus on Retell Determine Moral Compare and Contrast Write Your own Folktale The unit can be taught as individual topics or taught as a whole. Activities supplement your classroom instruction while while students learn to compare and contrast two fairy tales from two different cultures. (RL2.9) Additional lessons focus on retelling folktales

Subjects:

Close Reading, Reading Strategies, Writing

Grades:

2nd - 3rd

Types:

Thematic Unit Plans, Printables, Graphic Organizers

CCSS:

RL.2.2

, RL.2.9

, W.2.3

Second Grade Social Studies/Reading- Common Core/Biographies/American Heroes

Created by

Sharon Strickland

This is a 11-15 day Social Studies and Reading Integrated unit to teach Biographies. The people included are : George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, Harriet Tubman, Susan B. Anthony, Alexander Graham Bell, Helen Keller, Amelia Earhart, Martin Luther King, Jr. and Ruby Bridges. This unit includes lesson plans, a student book with a reading passage on each person, comprehension questions, a time line and a QR Code for each person. Also included are a study guide and comprehension test with answe

Subjects:

Reading, Social Studies - History, U.S. History

Grades:

2nd - 3rd

Types:

Projects, Thematic Unit Plans, Printables

Laura Numeroff {A Complete Unit} - If you Give...

Created by

Megan Astor

A complete unit that correlates perfectly with many of Laura Numeroffs famous stories! Stories included: If you Give a Mouse a Cookie, If you Give a Moose a Muffin, If you Give a Pig a Pancake, If you take a Mouse to School, If you take a Mouse to the Movies, and If you Give a Pig a Party. This set includes: -About the author If you Give a Pig A Pancake: -Picture sequencing cut-n-paste -Cause and Effect fill in -Sequecning fill in- words and/or pictures -More detailed cause and effect -Com

Subjects:

Balanced Literacy, Creative Writing, English Language Arts

Grades:

PreK - 4th

Types:

Earth Sciences, English Language Arts, Geography

The Great Kapok Tree Rainforest Unit Resources with Easel Activities

Created by

HappyEdugator

The Great Kapok Tree Rainforest Unit and Resources. Rainforest activities go with the book The Great Kapok Tree by Lynne Cherry. Includes: features of the rainforest, useful websites, art projects, vocabulary with a fun crossword puzzle, main idea and summarizing activity, graphic organizer, story elements and plot diagram, fun facts about the kapok tree, rainforest animals, how can I save the rainforest, chocolate cocoa recipe, math activity, science activity making a terrarium, geography sheet

Subjects:

Grades:

3rd - 5th

Types:

Projects, Thematic Unit Plans, Activities

CCSS:

RL.2.1

, RL.2.3

, RL.2.7

, RL.3.3

, RL.3.7

...

Also included in: Earth Day Activities Bundle

Holidays Around the World Close Reading Unit with DIFFERENTIATED Texts!

Created by

Sunny and Bright in Primary

This resource is a fabulous collection of 10 different holiday celebrations from all around the world in both a printable and digital Seesaw version... perfect for traditional classrooms and for distance learning! This close reading unit offers each article on 3 different levels of text and vocabulary complexity. The differentiation is done for you! You are able to provide all of your students with the same content while meeting each of their individual reading level needs. High resolution p

Subjects:

Christmas/ Chanukah/ Kwanzaa, Holidays/Seasonal, Informational Text

Grades:

1st - 3rd

Types:

Thematic Unit Plans, Cultural Activities

Ocean Animals | Differentiated Texts | Nonfiction Close Reading

Created by

Sunny and Bright in Primary

This is a huge unit on ocean animals. It is closely aligned to the Common Core State Standards for Informational Text. It is packed full of informational text articles, text dependent questions, graphic organizers, writing prompts, and vocabulary cards. Every article is offered in three levels of text and vocabulary complexity. The differentiation is done for you! Perfect for increasing exposure to rigorous texts, whole group instruction, small group instruction, homework, individual reading a

Subjects:

Informational Text, Science

Grades:

1st - 3rd

Types:

Thematic Unit Plans, Activities

Also included in: Habitats Differentiated Nonfiction Close Reading BUNDLE

Black History Month Differentiated Close Reading Unit

Created by

Sunny and Bright in Primary

This Black History Month biography unit will introduce your students to 12 influential African Americans throughout different times in American history. This unit is designed to maximize student success since every article is offered in three levels of text and vocabulary complexity. The differentiation is done for you! This is the perfect way to introduce your students to the contributions that African Americans have made in the areas of science, literature, politics, art, entertainment, educ

Subjects:

Black History Month, Close Reading, Informational Text

Grades:

1st - 4th

Types:

Thematic Unit Plans, Activities, Cultural Activities

Also included in: Black History Month Biography BUNDLE

Amusement Park Design Project

Created by

Patricia Watson

Design your own Amusement Park! This fun unit consists of 16 worksheets that will challenge students in their creative thinking, research skills, design and engineering abilities.Digital option available! Please note, some worksheets transfer nicely into a digital version but many are designed to be completed on paper or as a hands on STEM/STEAM activity.The package includes:1. Unit title page2. Student title page3. Park research worksheet (internet access for students recommended)4. Art activ

Subjects:

Engineering, Physical Science, Writing

Grades:

3rd - 8th

Types:

Thematic Unit Plans, Printables

Also included in: STEAM Project Bundle

Stone Soup - A Folktale Literature Study

Created by

In That Room

This is MY FAVORITE UNIT of the entire school year! I love this folktale and the many versions it is told in. This unit includes: A Stone Soup Flipbook Foldable Reading Response Logs Venn Diagram to compare different versions of the story "Soup"er Dictionary Detectives Vocabulary Lesson Stone Soup Bubble Map Stone Soup ABC order Main Idea and Supporting Details Page I Made a Movie In My Mind Sequencing Activity Several Writing Prompts A Recipe Parent Letter Culminating Activity

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Vocabulary, Writing-Expository

Grades:

1st - 3rd

Types: