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English language arts Common Core RI.3.8 thematic unit plans
Revolutionary War Unit: Causes of the American Revolution Activities Worksheets
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
Grades:
3rd - 5th
Christmas Around the World - Celebrations Around the World Reading Comprehension
This Celebrations Around the World (or Christmas Around the World) will keep your 3rd, 4th, or even 5th-grade class busy and learning during this hectic season. This resource is both interactive and FUN with 101 pages. There are a multitude of activities and worksheets which allow for differentiation. Holidays around the world are featured to allow students to learn some of the different traditions and customs of 10 different countries. For the awesome DIGITAL version, go HERE!Awesomeness bu
Grades:
3rd - 5th
Also included in: Christmas Around the World Digital AND Printable 3rd 4th 5th
Solar System and Planets Leveled Reading Passages with Comprehension Questions
These 24 engaging planets reading passages are a must have for a Solar System unit, nonfiction reading, or guided reading groups! Each planet comes with 3 leveled reading passages containing the same educational material & vocabulary, only varying by reading level. Reading passages range from Grade Level Equivalents of 3-5.5. All follow-up activities are thoughtfully planned to align to the ELA Common Core. Please check out the preview for a closer look!For a discounted price on this pro
Grades:
3rd - 6th
Carnival Theme Activities | End of Year Theme Day | End of the Year Activities
Carnival activities for an entire day of engaging lessons are all planned out for you with this fun product! Carnival activities for reading, writing, language, social studies, science, and math are all included! Your students will LOVE all the hands-on activities and the now included digital version. You will love having meaningful, standards-based activities AND an entire day of instruction planned out for you! This product is perfect to use at the end of the school year, in conjunction with y
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Grades:
2nd - 3rd
Also included in: May Activities | End of Year
Thanksgiving Activities No Prep Thanksgiving Reading & Writing (Print & Digital)
Thanksgiving ELA No Prep Activities Grade 3 - 5: Keep your students engaged and motivated with these fun, standards-based Thanksgiving reading and writing activities. These activities help students practice key skills and require no prep!Bonus: This pack now includes the digital reading and writing version for FREE!Thanksgiving Digital, No Prep Reading and Writing ActivitiesThis Thanksgiving activities pack for 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade includes the following reading and writing activities:* Thank
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Grades:
3rd - 5th
3rd Grade NGSS Forces and Motion Unit
This forces and motion STEAM unit has everything you need to teach 3rd grade NGSS standards.Included in this packet:Resources for Input:- Unit essential question- Inquiry chart printable- Observation chart photos- Blank, printable cognitive content dictionary template and teacher samples- I Just Thought You'd Like to Know About Forces and Motion Big Book- Powerpoint version of the big book- Super Scientist Awards- Templates for pictorial and comparative input charts. Titles are:Balanced vs Unbal
Grades:
3rd
NGSS:
3-PS2-1
, 3-PS2-3
, 3-PS2-2
, 3-PS2-4
Also included in: 3rd Grade NGSS Science Unit Bundle
Groundhog Gets A Say: Groundhog Day Mentor Text Digital & Print Unit
Groundhog Gets A Say by Pamela Swallow is a great book to use with any grade level, but I think it's a great way to get the upper elementary kids engaged! The book is written as a narrative, but is filled with facts about groundhogs as the main character tries to convince everyone that he deserves more than just ONE day of recognition. *****************************************************************************In this pack, you will receive:★a mentor sentence lesson for the book★an interactive
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Grades:
3rd - 5th
3rd Grade NGSS Science Unit Bundle
This bundle includes all 4 units for third grade! You will find:Resources for InputInquiry ChartsObservation ChartsBig Book (PPT and printable)Pictorial and Comparative Input Chart templates (16 total)SocialityContinental DriftGeologic Time ScaleNatural SelectionAdaptationsEcosystem DynamicsForces on a RocketBalanced vs Unbalanced ForcesPermanent Magnet vs ElectromagnetStatic ElectricityClimates Around the WorldWhat Affects Climate?Weather vs ClimateHurricanes vs TornadoesLife Cycles (comparativ
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Grades:
3rd
NGSS:
3-PS2-1
, 3-ESS3-1
, 3-LS4-1
, 3-ESS2-1
, 3-PS2-3
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3rd Grade Thanksgiving Activities: Thanksgiving Math and Literacy Bundle
Thanksgiving No Prep Literacy and Math Activities: 3rd Grade - Keep your students engaged and motivated during the month of November with these “print and go” 3rd grade Thanksgiving literacy and math activities. Your students will have blast with these activities while practicing important 3rd grade math and ELA skills. Bonus: This pack now includes the digital reading and writing version for FREE!Thanksgiving Digital, No Prep Reading and Writing ActivitiesThe pack includes the following 3rd gr
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Grades:
3rd
Thanksgiving Reading & Writing Activities Unit for November
Want to provide thematic activities for your upper elementary students during the week of Thanksgiving, but also want students to practice important reading, writing, and vocabulary skills? I’ve got you covered! This Thanksgiving Activities Mini Unit includes up to five days of lesson plans for your 3rd, 4th, or 5th grade students. There are multiple ways to use this resource beyond whole group instruction - including with your remedial or extension small groups, in centers or stations, and as a
Grades:
3rd - 5th
Spanish Country Project, 10 South America Nonfiction Passages with Text Features
Explore Spanish speaking countries with this Spanish Country Project! This resource includes 10 reading passages about Spanish speaking countries. Students get to create a country report about a Latin American country. This Spanish Country Project and Reading Passages includes everything you need to explore the countries in Latin America. Each passage is TWO pages and divided into 4 sections. It's paired with two pages of close reading tasks that guide your students through standards-aligned exp
Grades:
3rd - 4th
FROGS and TOADS - Compare and Contrast Unit
So many options to compare and contrast frogs and toads in this 48 page unit. Differentiate using 3 levels of informational text and writing activities on frogs and toads. This is a great unit to integrate science while reading frog and toad books.Level 3 is targeted for 3rd grade standards. If you teach a lower grade, this might provide extra challenges for those who are ready for it.Level 2 is targeted for 2nd grade standards.Level 1 is the easiest level. These activities can also make sure yo
Grades:
1st - 3rd
NGSS:
2-LS4-1
, 1-LS3-1
, 3-LS1-1
Digital Christmas Around the World - Holidays Around the World Google Slides™
With this digital interactive Christmas Around the World resource for Google Slides™, your 3rd, 4th, or even 5th-grade class will stay busy and learning during this busy season! Celebrations Around the World allows students to learn about different traditions and customs of 10 different countries for your Google Classroom™. This resource is also offered in an awesome PRINTABLE version (go HERE to check it out). The download for this digital version contains a PDF with:Links to your copies in Goo
Grades:
3rd - 5th
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Also included in: Christmas Around the World Digital AND Printable 3rd 4th 5th
Valentines Day Reading & Writing Activities - Chocolate Unit BUNDLE
Need Valentine's Day activities for your third, fourth, or fifth grade classroom? What better topic to teach during Valentine’s week than chocolate? This printable mini unit provides your students with a history of chocolate while practicing close reading skills, writing responses, vocabulary, and more. There are more than enough low to no-prep resources to fill a week worth reading and writing lessons in your classroom. And it works extremely well as an emergency sub plan resource. Perfect for
Grades:
3rd - 5th
Back to School Activities for ELA for 3rd & 4th Grade- Themed and Seasonal ELA
This back-to-school activity pack is filled with ELA activities for 3rd and 4th graders. There are themed activities for each of the six Common Core Standards domains (RL, RI, L, SL, RF, and W). Your students will practice their ELA standards while incorporating the back-to-school theme as well. This will take some of the stress off of your plate by providing you with standards-based and Common Core-aligned seasonal activities! Each domain will have 3-4 activities or passages. The domains are Re
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Grades:
3rd - 4th
Earth Day ELA Activities - Reading Comprehension Passages Questions & Writing
Looking to incorporate school holidays while also practicing important nonfiction reading skills in your Upper Elementary classroom? With this Earth Day Close Reading Activities Kit, you can do both! And because the entire resource is low prep print and go, you’ll have an entire week of ELA lessons ready in no time! WHAT’S INSIDE:✔ 5 Days Of Teaching Plans✔ 3 Leveled Versions Of An Original Nonfiction Passage (Perfect For Differentiation!)✔ 3 Close Reading Practices✔ 3 Writing Response Promp
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Grades:
3rd - 5th
Whales | Informational Text Passages | 3rd Grade Science | Read & Write
Learn about WHALES. Informational text passages for reading and answering key questions about whales. Learn and write facts about whales, key vocabulary and writing pages. The whales included in this resources are:beluga, blue, fin, gray, humpback, minke, narwhal, orca, right and sperm. Pages included for taking notes about each whale, writing a report and general whale word study. These pages are appropriate for Grades 2 and 3; and can easily be assigned for distance learning and school-at-
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Grades:
2nd - 3rd
Also included in: WHALES | Read & Learn | BUNDLE | 2nd Grade ELA | Science
Thematic Reading Comprehension Units Grades 3-5 Bundle
Teach your reading standards in a thematic unit! Each reading unit within this bundle has a specific topic. Your students will learn content vocabulary, tier 2 vocabulary, and three specific skills within the context of the topic. There are three skills covered within each unit. You can preview the individual units to see the standards they cover.Each unit is made up of three parts.Part One: Introducing the Topic (Recommended 1-2 Days)A building background slideshow (pdf)Did You Know FactsVideo
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Grades:
3rd - 5th
Valentines Day Reading & Writing Activities - History of Chocolate
Need Valentine's Day activities for your third, fourth, or fifth grade classroom? What better topic to teach during Valentine’s week than chocolate? This printable mini unit provides your students with a history of chocolate while practicing close reading skills, writing responses, vocabulary, and more. There are more than enough low to no-prep resources to fill a week worth reading and writing lessons in your classroom. And it works extremely well as an emergency sub plan resource. Perfect for
Grades:
3rd - 5th
Also included in: Valentines Day Reading & Writing Activities - Chocolate Unit BUNDLE
Black History | The Harlem Renaissance | Flipbooks | Biographies
These Harlem Renaissance flip books are designed for 2nd and 3rd grade but can be adapted for upper grades. This biography flip books include 5 biographies of influential African Americans who were influential during the Harlem Renaissance. One of the flip books defines the Harlem Renaissance and includes important vocabulary. Each flap book contains4 pagesCover pageBiographyCut and glue pageIllustration and writing pageEach flip book has an optional question and answer sheet.These no prep flap
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Grades:
2nd - 5th
Also included in: Black History BUNDLE | 5 Resources
Digital & Printable Engage NY Grade 3 ELA Modules Bundle
This bundle includes the text-based responses, vocabulary journals, vocabulary cards, graphic organizers, and assessments available for individual purchases in my store.Resources are 100% Editable through Google Docs, Google Slides, and/or Google Forms.Share with students digitally or print the PDFs for traditional paper/pencil worksheets.
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Grades:
3rd
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Third Grade Reading, Language, Writing- Unit 4B, Our Government
Following the Common Core Curriculum Map for Third Grade Unit 4 from Commoncore.org, this two week unit focuses on the theme Our Government (Preamble).
Activities for reading, language, poetry and writing are included for these third grade standards: RI.1, RI.2, RI.3, RI.4, RI.5, RI.6, RI.7, RI.8, RI.10, RF.4.b, W.2, W.10, SL.1.c L.2.g, L.4.b, L.4.d
Suggested integration: social studies unit on Government.
Literary Texts: none
Informational Text: Shhh! We're Writing the Constitution (Fritz)
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Grades:
3rd
Also included in: Third Grade Reading, Language, Writing Bundle, Units 1-6
Earth Day Readers' Theater | Class Play Save the Rainforest & FREE Tab Booklet
This rainforest readers' theater script includes themes of conservation and ecology sprinkled with humor that your students are sure to love! It is perfect for Earth Day or an End of the Year Celebration Class Play! This resource also has a free tap book and article to help your students learn factd about the amazing rainforest! Be sure to check out the bundle if you plan to present this to an audience. Click the link below:Save the Rainforest Bundle: Script, Program, Rainforest Trail Mix Labels
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Grades:
2nd - 5th
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Also included in: Save the Rainforest Class Play Mega Bundle and Freebie
Valentine's Day Activities for ELA 3rd & 4th Grade- Seasonal Standards-Based ELA
This Valentine's Day activity pack is filled with ELA activities for 3rd and 4th graders. There are themed activities for each of the six Common Core Standards domains (RL, RI, L, SL, RF, and W). Your students will practice their ELA standards while incorporating the Valentine's Day theme as well. This will take some of the stress off of your plate by providing you with standards-based and Common Core-aligned seasonal activities! Each domain will have 3-4 activities or passages. The domains are
Subjects:
Grades:
3rd - 4th
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Importance of learning English language arts
English language arts (ELA) concepts — reading, writing, listening, and speaking — empower students to become effective communicators, critical thinkers, and lifelong learners. They are the foundation for all other types of learning as students must rely on ELA skills to master content from other subject areas and communicate what they’ve learned.
Strong reading skills can help students make sense of written content, and gather information for further analysis. Writing skills can help students articulate their ideas, construct arguments, and synthesize information. And speaking and listening skills empower students to clearly present their ideas, participate in group discussions, and collaborate with their classmates. This is why teaching English language arts is critically important for student’s success in school and beyond.
Benefits of learning English language arts
Learning English language arts offers many benefits to students both in school and beyond. It helps students:
- Develop effective communication skills
- Build critical thinking and analytical skills
- Nurture their creativity and imagination
By ensuring that students have a solid foundation in English language arts, teachers can help set them up for future success.
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