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Jen Bengel
United States - Wisconsin - Hortonville
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Visit me at my blog: http://www.outofthisworldliteracy.blogspot.com
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This is a great resource to use with your guided reading groups! There are 6 prompting questions each for characters, setting, plot, theme, probl...
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gloureiro
Super!
May 24, 2013
gloureiro
Great resource to begin teaching summary writing!
May 24, 2013
gloureiro
Absolutely love this resource!!
May 24, 2013
gloureiro
Cannot wait to use this next year!
May 24, 2013
gloureiro
So great!
May 24, 2013
gloureiro
So easy to use!
May 24, 2013
ampigg
Great!
May 24, 2013
ouderkirklisa
I used this this year for my fourth graders. Thank you for incorporatin CCSS!
May 23, 2013
Sonya Mejia (TpT Seller)
It was not what I expected. I thought maybe it would have information about different types of summaries. This is a guide that is pretty similar to how I already introduce this skill, which of course makes this product perfect for teachers who are learning to teach what a summary is. When my kids write a summary they struggle with understanding the difference between fiction and non-fiction summaries.
May 23, 2013
arswafford
Great idea! I can't wait to use it next year. It will be so helpful!
May 22, 2013
miadamson
Great ideas. I liked your suggestions for books/poetry. It helped as I planned a cc poetry unit.
May 22, 2013
czeffery
Thanks!
May 22, 2013
tamelabaker
Another great non-fiction resource!
May 21, 2013
jejewebb23
My students loved these.
May 21, 2013
katiandrews
This was so fun! The people the kids wrote about amazed me and made the recipients of these writings feel so special!
May 21, 2013
tishrow
Kids loved its and it was easy for even my struggling students to write a letter after we did the questionnaire as a class
May 21, 2013
slo3191
Amazing resource~very helpful!!!
May 21, 2013
richardsonmal
Thank you!
May 21, 2013
LynnKistler
Great resource! I have used this thoroughly with my students and it really helped with this unit! Thank you!
May 20, 2013
Amy Roberts
THis was fun for the kids to use as a count down to christmas. They found it super fun!
May 20, 2013
vanderheyden
Thanks for making my job easier
May 20, 2013
ski11791
Thanks!!
May 19, 2013
bbrownbeauty
Great job! Thanks so much!
May 19, 2013
dschool
Great!
May 19, 2013
gapteach
Great unit!
May 19, 2013
Beverly Oliver
Thank you for doing the work.
May 19, 2013
Deb Molzahn
Thank you. This is just what I needed for end of the year planning.
May 18, 2013
dianede
Thank you!
May 17, 2013
jdsantelices
I really like this!
May 16, 2013
eileengriffin14
Perfect match to the Launching into… packet. Thank you for creating a great resource!
May 16, 2013
eileengriffin14
THis looks like an amazing resource to get me started on the workshop style. Thank you!
May 16, 2013
Nicole McGaha
Awesome!
May 16, 2013
darlabean
Thank You!
May 16, 2013
ehart1949
great resource
May 16, 2013
sarahans
This is an amazing resource to go along with the launching unit for September. Wow! You are making my planning SO much easier! I LOVE IT!!!!! I'm glad to hear that you are creating them for all of your other monthly workshop units. I will be sure to buy them. :-) Great stuff, Jen. Keep up the great work!
May 15, 2013
sarahans
I'm thinking ahead, Halloween 2013! The class will have fun with this one!
May 15, 2013
sarahans
I'm looking forward to using this with the students in the fall. :-) Thank you for sharing!
May 15, 2013
sarahans
This will be really helpful, Jen. Thank you so much!
May 15, 2013
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3girls2cute re: Guided Reading Grade 2 Bundle {Levels I-L} Bonus: Suggested Book Titles!
Do you have an example of your "table Cards" I was thinking that they would work on a c-ring. I don't want them loose what do you do? Or would you spiral bind?
May 24, 2013
Masummers80 re: Comprehension Task Cards for Multiple Uses: Covers 15 Reading CCSS!
What grade level are these comprehension cards for?
May 21, 2013
slo3191 re: Launching the Reader's & Writer's Workshops: Grade 5...40 Lessons!!!
Hi Jen,
I purchased your amazing packet, but I am not sure what to place on the supply list for next year...compositon notebook for each or perhaps a spiral notebook (1-5 subjects)?
I purchased your amazing packet, but I am not sure what to place on the supply list for next year...compositon notebook for each or perhaps a spiral notebook (1-5 subjects)?
May 21, 2013
Jen Bengel (TpT Seller)
I use a composition notebook for the writers notebook. A spiral notebook with three sections would probably work best for the readers notebook. Thanks for asking! :)
Jen
Jen
May 21, 2013
Karina Rivas re: Informational Reading & Writing Unit: Grade 3...40 Lessons with CCSS!!
Can you generate a list of skills and strategies for each standard on the third grade common core?
May 19, 2013
Jen Bengel (TpT Seller)
Thanks for asking...that is a great idea! However, I have plans for making resources that will likely take me all summer! I will keep this in mind for the fall though.
Best wishes!
Jen
Best wishes!
Jen
May 20, 2013
kidzreadingteach re: Supplemental Printables for the unit:'Launching the Reading & Writing Workshops'
Great idea! Do you plan to create something similar for the primary grades?
yvonnee
yvonnee
May 15, 2013
Jen Bengel (TpT Seller)
Hello! I have created this resource to support my unit of study for launching the reading and writing workshops. The lessons in that unit are geared to grades 3-6. I do not have any current plans for creating units for K-2 but it may be something I do in the future! Thanks for asking!! :)
Best Wishes!
Jen
Best Wishes!
Jen
May 15, 2013
ermiller16 re: Opinion Reading and Writing Unit: Grade 3...40 Lessons with CCSS!!
Do your units go along with Lucy Calkins reading and writing?
Thanks!
Erin
Thanks!
Erin
May 14, 2013
Jen Bengel (TpT Seller)
Hello!
I have not studied or used Lucy Calkins writing units, although I have heard of them. I was trained as a literacy collaborative coordinator at Lesley University (Cambridge, MA) with Irene Fountas and her team. From what I know of Lucy Calkins, a lot of the theories behind the writing lessons are similar. I hope that I was able to answer your question:)
Best Wishes!
Jen
I have not studied or used Lucy Calkins writing units, although I have heard of them. I was trained as a literacy collaborative coordinator at Lesley University (Cambridge, MA) with Irene Fountas and her team. From what I know of Lucy Calkins, a lot of the theories behind the writing lessons are similar. I hope that I was able to answer your question:)
Best Wishes!
Jen
May 14, 2013
Zip-a-Dee-Doo-Dah Designs (TpT Seller)
Your shop is looking simply gorgeous Miss Jen!!! It's so bright and colorful! Love it!!!! :)
May 7, 2013
Jen Bengel (TpT Seller)
Thank You:) You are too sweet! I hope your sales are fantastic this week!!
May 7, 2013
jsells re: Launching the Reader's & Writer's Workshops: Grade 6...40 Lessons!!!
I just purchased your launching readers and writers workshop. I didn't realize until I downloaded it that I accidently purchased grade 6. I am a third grade teacher. Could I trade my 6th grade purchase for a tird grade purchase? Thanks, Jan Sells
jsells@sanjuan.edu
jsells@sanjuan.edu
May 7, 2013
Jen Bengel (TpT Seller)
That's not a problem! If you send me your email I will be more than happy to send over the third grade version. You can send me another message here and I will take care of it. Thanks!
Jen
Jen
May 7, 2013
jlzimmerman re: Guided Reading Grade 2 Bundle {Levels I-L} Bonus: Suggested Book Titles!
Do you have to use the suggested book titles you included or can these lessons work with any book?
May 6, 2013
Jen Bengel (TpT Seller)
They can absolutely work with any books that are appropriate for each level! Thanks for asking:)
Jen
Jen
May 6, 2013
Miranda Yonts (TpT Seller) re: Launching the Reader's & Writer's Workshops: Grade 5...40 Lessons!!!
So another question: what order do you implement your units after the launching of the readers and writers workshop?
I'm meeting with my principal at the end of the week to show the resources I have found through you and my rationale. I'm so excited!
Thanks!
I'm meeting with my principal at the end of the week to show the resources I have found through you and my rationale. I'm so excited!
Thanks!
May 6, 2013
Jen Bengel (TpT Seller)
Awesome! I always teach the personal narrative unit next because students have the easiest time writing about themselves! Then from their it varies. Most of the time I go into the informational unit and then opinion. Those are the biggies for covering the Common Core standards. I like to mix the poetry/figurative language unit in throughout the year. A lot of times I teach that unit of Fridays. It's a fun break from whatever unit we are working on. Good luck and let me know if you have more questions!
Jen
Jen
May 6, 2013
stepherinj re: Biography Reading & Writing Unit Grade 4: 40 Detailed Lessons with CCSS!!!
Do all your demos have the list of read-alouds? Our school is purchasing your units for us, but there's no money yet. We need to put in a purchase order for the interactive readers. I would love to pull all the lists form the demos and I wanted to make sure that they were comprehensive. Thanks!!
May 3, 2013
Jen Bengel (TpT Seller)
I do not have the lists of read alouds in the free previews but I could send them to you if you are planning on purchasing the units! Just let me know which genres you need or if you want them all. Also, I just want to make sure you know that the only difference between the grade levels are the CCSS attached. For example, the biography unit has the same lessons in the graded units; just the CCSS are changed. So, let me know which units you need book titles for and send your email. Thanks s bunch!
Jen:)
Jen:)
May 3, 2013
bbrownbeauty
Thanks Jen. I am looking forward to this product. I did see S in the 4th grade, but some of my kiddos come into 5th grade below grade level. While the level may be the same, the standards in your product for the 4th grade CC are different than 5th. Is there a way to plug in different standards into the expectations of a reader at S?
Your products look great! I know you have spent a lot of time on them.
Your products look great! I know you have spent a lot of time on them.
April 28, 2013
Jen Bengel (TpT Seller)
Sorry I didn't respond to this sooner!!! I missed your question somehow. I totally see what you're saying. I'm not sure I know the answer. I do know that many of the standards are very similar from grade 4-5. Maybe you could just change the standard number? This is definitely something I'm going to think about too! Thanks for letting me know!!
Jen:)
Jen:)
May 3, 2013
bbrownbeauty re: Guided Reading Grade 4 Bundle {Levels Q-S} Bonus: Suggested Book Titles!
Will you be making a bundle for 5th grade, levels S through Z? I would love to purchase that resource.
April 28, 2013
Jen Bengel (TpT Seller)
Hello!
I will be making a bundle for fifth grade that covers levels T-V (Level S is included in Grade 4). It will be a while though because I haven't even began the research and I am working on something else right now. If you are following me you will receive an email when it posts. I'm hoping before the beginning of the next school year in August. Thanks for asking!
Jen
I will be making a bundle for fifth grade that covers levels T-V (Level S is included in Grade 4). It will be a while though because I haven't even began the research and I am working on something else right now. If you are following me you will receive an email when it posts. I'm hoping before the beginning of the next school year in August. Thanks for asking!
Jen
April 28, 2013
Rose Mary Betancourt re: Biography Reading & Writing Unit Grade 3: 40 Detailed Lessons with CCSS!!!
How did you assess your students ?
April 27, 2013
Jen Bengel (TpT Seller)
For reading, I graded students responses to reading they wrote in their reader's notebooks. Sometimes they wrote their thinking on think marks that I graded. For writing I graded their prewriting from their writer's notebooks. Then I graded their final copies based on the writing strategies we worked on during the mini lessons. I am planning to create a supplemental resource for this unit that includes writing rubrics and graphic organizers that can be printed for assessments. I hope that helps!
Jen
Jen
April 27, 2013
Jamie Sears (TpT Seller) re: Personal Narrative Reading & Writing Unit: Grade 3...40 Lessons!!!
My district wants formal assessments to prove that students are using text to find evidence, can identify facts and opinions, understand the relationship between cause and effect, understand sequence and recognize author's purpose. I will be excited to see what your assessments look like!
April 27, 2013
Jen Bengel (TpT Seller)
Thanks Jamie! I am starting with my launching the workshops unit. I have tons of ideas. I'm thinking graphic organizers and strategy specific observational forms for reading. For writing, I'm looking into prewriting planning pages, draft papers, and rubrics galore. I am excited to get them out but I want to take the time to make them the best I can. My goal is to have the additional resource packets available for every unit by the end of the summer.
Thanks for your patience:)
Jen
Thanks for your patience:)
Jen
April 27, 2013
Miranda Yonts (TpT Seller)
You may have allowed me to open the flood gates because I do have a ton of questions :) 1. How do you formally assess your students and how often?
2. When the students are reading independently, how do you monitor behavior and/or ensure students are on task and actually reading?
Thanks,
Miranda
2. When the students are reading independently, how do you monitor behavior and/or ensure students are on task and actually reading?
Thanks,
Miranda
April 26, 2013
Jen Bengel (TpT Seller)
No problem! Most of the lessons in this unit are management lessons that set expectations for the workshop. During independent reading I am either conferencing with students one on one at their desks or pulling a guided reading group. I do not pull guided reading groups the first month though as I am still assessing and getting to know the students as readers. I rarely have a problem with students reading. They usually beg for more time to just sit and enjoy reading. It's amazing how much they want to read when they are given the freedom to choose their own books!! They are held accountable through conferencing and completing what I call think marks (included in unit) that they need to share their thinking on. Sometimes I have them respond to their reading in their readers notebook too. I am beginning to work on a supplemental resource for all my units that include writing rubrics and tons of graphic organizers. These will make assessing much easier! Keep your questions coming! I love to help:)
Jen
Jen
April 26, 2013
Miranda Yonts (TpT Seller) re: Launching the Reader's & Writer's Workshops: Grade 5...40 Lessons!!!
I am a 5th grade ELA and Social Studies teacher. My district requires the use of a basal that is not divided into literary genres. However, I love the workshop model and desperately want to incorporate your units into my class. I do think my principal would offer me some flexibility if I can create a plan that would incorporate both. Any suggestions?
Thanks!
Thanks!
April 25, 2013
Jen Bengel (TpT Seller)
That's a great question! I used to teach in Alabama and had to use a basal too...I feel your pain! I too was fortunate enough to have the flexibility to teach in my own way. I would spend the minimal amount of time needed for students to understand the weekly story and then devote the rest of my time to the workshop model. We had three hours of literacy block each morning. I taught the basal for about 30 minutes of that and then used the workshop format for the rest of the time. My class outscored every other class in my grade each year. I don't say that to brag or anything, just to say that the data shows the workshop format is soooo much more effective (and fun for the kids) than teaching to one story all week.
With all that said, I think you can do it! Of course it depends on your schedule. Both workshops work the best with 1 hour for each, but they can be done in 45 minutes each. I hope that helps you. Let me know if you have any more questions as you think it through. I would LOVE to help!!
Jen
With all that said, I think you can do it! Of course it depends on your schedule. Both workshops work the best with 1 hour for each, but they can be done in 45 minutes each. I hope that helps you. Let me know if you have any more questions as you think it through. I would LOVE to help!!
Jen
April 25, 2013
Rose Mary Betancourt re: Biography Reading & Writing Unit Grade 3: 40 Detailed Lessons with CCSS!!!
Jen, I'm planning out my days for the biography lessons, and I noticed that Reading day 4 mini lesson does not correspond with page 13 lesson description?
April 23, 2013
Jen Bengel (TpT Seller)
Thank you for finding that error! I just corrected it and will have it uploaded by the end of the day:)
Jen
Jen
April 24, 2013
Rose Mary Betancourt re: Biography Reading & Writing Unit Grade 3: 40 Detailed Lessons with CCSS!!!
ARE the IRA done right before the lesson?
April 23, 2013
Jen Bengel (TpT Seller)
The read-aloud can be done any time before the lesson, depending on your schedule. Some teachers read them a day or two before. It's whatever works with your schedule:)
Jen
Jen
April 24, 2013
55620000 re: Guided Reading Grade 2 Bundle {Levels I-L} Bonus: Suggested Book Titles!
Do you plan on making a Guided Reading Grade 1 Bundle?
April 16, 2013
Jen Bengel (TpT Seller)
I will be creating these over the summer. Thanks for asking!!
April 17, 2013
arose236 re: Poetry and Figurative Language Unit: Grade 3...40 Lessons with CCSS!!
Does this unit include different types of poems, such as bio poems or list poems?
April 14, 2013
Jen Bengel (TpT Seller)
It does not include poems. The lessons are meant to be used with poetry collections/books from your classroom. Students are taught to observe, analayze, and try out (in writing workshop) some of the poetry strategies they discover through reading the poetry collections you have in your classroom. I hope that helps answer your question. Thanks for asking!
Jen
Jen
April 14, 2013
psilver re: Drawing Inferences Printable bookmarks and Worksheet
Good Morning. I once downloaded a free story map that you designed using a bee. Is that packet still available as a free download & can you provide me with that site? Your graphic organizers are so helpful. Thank you. Penny
April 14, 2013
Jen Bengel (TpT Seller)
Here is the link:
http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Spring-Freebie-Responding-to-Reading-CardsTweet-About-It
Once my items are free, they are always free. Thanks for asking!
Jen
http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Spring-Freebie-Responding-to-Reading-CardsTweet-About-It
Once my items are free, they are always free. Thanks for asking!
Jen
April 14, 2013
kathyhowell re: Common Core Language Combo Pack: Save $7.00 on 7 Resources in One!! {96 Pages}
I bought this packet, and now I'm being moved to second grade. Are you planning on making a more primary packet?
Thanks, Kathy
Thanks, Kathy
March 28, 2013
Jen Bengel (TpT Seller)
Hi kathy,
That's a great question. I am working on some guided reading packs for fourth grade and have some other things in the works. It is something I might do in the future, but it won't be anytime soon. Sorry. Best of luck in your new grade!!
Jen
That's a great question. I am working on some guided reading packs for fourth grade and have some other things in the works. It is something I might do in the future, but it won't be anytime soon. Sorry. Best of luck in your new grade!!
Jen
March 28, 2013
rmatthews re: Guided Reading Grade 3 Bundle {Levels M-P} Bonus: Suggested Book Titles!
Oops, forgot my email renae2125@gmail.com
March 26, 2013
rmatthews re: Guided Reading Grade 3 Bundle {Levels M-P} Bonus: Suggested Book Titles!
Thanks, You are awesome! I just purchased levels N and O.
March 26, 2013
sarah kurro (TpT Seller) re: Launching the Reader's & Writer's Workshops: Grade 6...40 Lessons!!!
I teach sixth grade in a middle school setting. Are these materials/lessons geared toward an elementary schedule or are they set up for teaching a block schedule (I teach a block of 78 minutes)?
March 25, 2013
Jen Bengel (TpT Seller)
Great question. I teacher in a workshop format and have 60 minutes. The units are designed to include a mini lesson (10-15 minutes), independent work time (can vary depending on your schedule), and a share at the end (usually 5-10 minutes).
So, you could be very flexible on the time. Your indepenedent work time might be more or less depending on your schedule. You really need about 15-20 minutes of 'teacher time' between the lesson and share.
I hope that helps answer your question:)
Jen
So, you could be very flexible on the time. Your indepenedent work time might be more or less depending on your schedule. You really need about 15-20 minutes of 'teacher time' between the lesson and share.
I hope that helps answer your question:)
Jen
March 25, 2013
Tammy Lens (TpT Seller) re: Guided Reading Grade 2 Bundle {Levels I-L} Bonus: Suggested Book Titles!
How long will this be 20% off for?
March 24, 2013
cd040701 re: Guided Reading Grade 3 Bundle {Levels M-P} Bonus: Suggested Book Titles!
Oops! Should have read the other questions first. I'm looking forward to the 4th and 5th grade materials. :)
March 23, 2013
cd040701 re: Guided Reading Grade 3 Bundle {Levels M-P} Bonus: Suggested Book Titles!
Hello,
I teach 5th grade and am having a hard time finding guided reading materials for levels Q and above. The focus is mostly on grades k-3. Any chance you are working on that? I checked out your resources and they look fantastic.
Thanks,
Christine
I teach 5th grade and am having a hard time finding guided reading materials for levels Q and above. The focus is mostly on grades k-3. Any chance you are working on that? I checked out your resources and they look fantastic.
Thanks,
Christine
March 23, 2013
kelris re: Poetry and Figurative Language Unit: Grade 5...40 Lessons with CCSS!!
I am student teaching right now and I am about to being my solo weeks. I was told to do a poetry unit for writing. Do I need to use this resource for both reading and writing in order for it to be beneficial or could I just use the writing portion and still be ok? Thanks!
March 22, 2013
Jen Bengel (TpT Seller)
Yes you can just use the writing lessons if you are only teaching writing. Thanks for asking and good luck!!
March 22, 2013
Kristen Doyle (TpT Seller) re: Guided Reading Grade 3 Bundle {Levels M-P} Bonus: Suggested Book Titles!
Will you be making these for 5th grade too? I LOVE them :)
March 21, 2013
Jen Bengel (TpT Seller)
I am! I am finishing up second grade this coming week. Then I will Be moving into fourth grade (levels Q-S) and the fifth (T-V). Thanks for the message!!
March 22, 2013
jhull re: Guided Reading Grade 3 Bundle {Levels M-P} Bonus: Suggested Book Titles!
I started to print some of the level N graphic organizers but noticed they didn't download properly. Instead of pictures on some of the pages, there are boxes. It didn't happen to any of the other levels that I have noticed so far. 551 papges is a lot to look through. Can you think of anything that could have happened? I tried to download again but it did the same thing. Any help would be great. Thanks for your hard work. I can't wait for the fourth grade bundle.
March 19, 2013
Jen Bengel (TpT Seller)
hmm...I wonder why. I'm sorry that happened. If you send me your email I can send you just level N as an attachment and try it that way. Just send me another message here and I can email it to you. Thank you for your patience!
March 19, 2013
DanaJillMitchell
Not a question, but a big hello from clintonville!!!!
March 19, 2013
Jen Bengel (TpT Seller)
Well a big hello back!!!! I'm so glad you stopped by to say hi! Clintonville was where I spent my very first year teaching:). Go Truckers!!!
March 19, 2013
1ferfun (TpT Seller)
What kind of sale are you having on Tpt? The prices have not changed..is it a BOGO?
March 9, 2013
Jen Bengel (TpT Seller)
My newest product is on sale through today: guided reading level J:)
March 9, 2013
Lisa Bodily (TpT Seller) re: Poetry and Figurative Language Unit: Grade 5...40 Lessons with CCSS!!
Are the poems included as part of the unit, or do I need to find my own poems? I'm struggling with finding appropriate/good poetry to use.
March 8, 2013
Jen Bengel (TpT Seller)
Thank you for your question. The poems are not included in this unit. I suggest some poetry books to use and mentor text, but the actual poems are not included. Thanks again!
Jen
Jen
March 8, 2013
Tammy Lens (TpT Seller) re: Guided Reading Grade 3 Bundle {Levels M-P} Bonus: Suggested Book Titles!
I am looking at The Level P packet you made. On p. 53, the difference between facts and Opinions Graphic Organizer. Where it says definition of an opinion and then points to the boy holding books and then says Facts from text, should that say opinions from text? Just wondering how to best use it. Thanks!
March 8, 2013
Jen Bengel (TpT Seller)
Thank you for the comment. I looked carefully at my level P pack and can't find the page you are referring to. Page 53 in the level P pack is a graphic organizer showing main idea and details. I looked through the other organizers but didn't find what you are referencing. Please send me another message if you would like. Sorry I couldn't be of help on this one!
Jen
Jen
March 8, 2013
SusanRose
Hi Jen,
I am really excited about your products and blog. I just bought the Traditional Lit. one and would like some help with traditional lit. chapter book titles, please.
Thanks,
Susan
I am really excited about your products and blog. I just bought the Traditional Lit. one and would like some help with traditional lit. chapter book titles, please.
Thanks,
Susan
March 6, 2013
Jen Bengel (TpT Seller)
Thanks Susan! I'm not sure of many chapter book titles because I use mostly shorter texts for read-alouds. I always love going on amazon. You could type in something like, 'traditional literature chapter books' and I'm sure some great titles will pop up. There is one called "Ella Enchanted" that I am thinking of. It is a Cinderella story. Sorry I could not help you more out on this one!
Jen
Jen
March 8, 2013
jsw178 re: Guided Reading Level I Teacher Packet: Just add the Books and the Students!
I've got to let you know how impressed I am with the high caliber of materials you have developed for the various Fountas & Pinnell Reading Levels. Your work is absolutely astounding - and I am not easily impressed (have been teaching for 35 years). My school will be purchasing all of the Levels you have prepared, my only questions is...what are the chances you might develop similar materials for F & P levels J, K, and L? Can I motivate you by begging?, because that is how simply enchanted I am with your work. Trust me, when more folks become aware of these guided reading materials you will be able to retire. Please let me know if you might work on these additional levels over the summer? - don't want to rush you, as i know QUALITY TAKES TIME. At any rate, THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU. Hope you say yes to j, k, l.
with respect and AWE,
Janet Witmer (Reading specialist)
with respect and AWE,
Janet Witmer (Reading specialist)
March 5, 2013
Jen Bengel (TpT Seller)
Wow! Thank you so much for the amazing comment. I can't tell you how much that means to me! I am very happy to tell you that I am nearly finished with level J! I will then move to levels m and n. I spent a lot of time researching each level to make sure I cover all the appropriate objectives. I really appreciate your comment because these guided reading resources can be so much work they feel overwhelming at times! You have motivated me to keep going! Thank you again and stay tuned :)
Jen
Jen
March 5, 2013
ashleyksullivan re: Informational Reading & Writing Unit: Grade 4...40 Lessons with CCSS!!
Do you have a rubric for the final writing piece? I searched though the document and couldn't seem to locate one.
Thanks.
Thanks.
March 4, 2013
Jen Bengel (TpT Seller)
That is such a great question! I do not currently have rubrics available for the final writing project. For my own class, I usually create the rubric towards the end of the unit and base the objectives on the writing strategies we covered the most. I am planning on creating assessment resources for the units that will include several different rubric ideas. I just don't have the time to get to them now. But thank you for your question!
Jen
Jen
March 4, 2013
L Scaun (TpT Seller) re: Poetry and Figurative Language Unit: Grade 6...40 Lessons with CCSS!!
wow, I saw your Poetry and FIgurative Language packet posted on Pinterest. I looked at the Preview and was impressed! I am working on creating a creative writing summer camp and wanted to touch base with you to see if you'd be interested in helping me develop something similar to your packet for a one-week camp? YOu can see my full request on the Request Materials page of TPT. Please contact me. thanks! Lisa LisaSW@mindspring.com
February 26, 2013
Jen Bengel (TpT Seller)
Thank you for the message! I would love to help you out, but unfortunately I am just too swamped right now to create anything additional. I am planning on creating one week units with an optional second week, but those won't likely be ready until summer. Sorry I couldn't be of more help! Best wishes!!
Jen
Jen
March 4, 2013
mk2280 re: 4-6 Week Fiction Genre Study for the Reading and Writing Workshop
Hello,
I would like the smartboard lesson if possible and also can you please let me know what picture books you used for these lessons?
Thanks!
Melissa
I would like the smartboard lesson if possible and also can you please let me know what picture books you used for these lessons?
Thanks!
Melissa
February 25, 2013
Jen Bengel (TpT Seller)
Hi Melissa,
I do have a smart board lesson set for this. It is a little rough, but I will be willing to send it to you. Send me another message with your email address and I will send it your way:)
I do have a smart board lesson set for this. It is a little rough, but I will be willing to send it to you. Send me another message with your email address and I will send it your way:)
February 26, 2013
kdalfonso re: Personal Narrative Reading & Writing Unit: Grade 3...40 Lessons!!!
Hi There.
This looks wonderful for me to use for my introductory Italian classes. I am wondering if the difficulty level would be appropriate for them if I translate it to Italian. Could I maybe see a legible sample? The thumbnails are blurry.
This looks wonderful for me to use for my introductory Italian classes. I am wondering if the difficulty level would be appropriate for them if I translate it to Italian. Could I maybe see a legible sample? The thumbnails are blurry.
February 24, 2013
Jen Bengel (TpT Seller)
Sure! You can click on the link that says 'download preview' to get a sample of over 30 pages for free. Thanks! Jen
February 24, 2013
moralesp re: Guided Reading Grade 3 Bundle {Levels M-P} Bonus: Suggested Book Titles!
Are you thinking about doing a 4th grade Guided Reading Bundle? If so, do you know when this will be done?
Thanks, Pauline
Thanks, Pauline
February 24, 2013
Jen Bengel (TpT Seller)
Yes! I am working on second grade and will have that finished in about 3-4 weeks. Then I will begin fourth grade. I'm guessing the bundle for fourth grade will be finished in about two months. I wish I could have them finished faster but they take forever. Thanks for your patience!
February 24, 2013
Jamie Sears (TpT Seller) re: Personal Narrative Reading & Writing Unit: Grade 3...40 Lessons!!!
I am in love with these reading/writing workshop lessons! I really want to implement them next year in place of our reading anthology. My question to you is-What type of reading assessments do you give to go along with your units? Thanks!
February 23, 2013
Jen Bengel (TpT Seller)
Thank you so much for the sweet words:) As far as assessments, I often grade their reader's notebooks as a daily grade to their responses. Sometimes I have them write their responses to what I ask them to do independently on a thinkmark and collect them for grades. For writing, I often collect their notebooks and grade their work at each step of the writing process. I make a rubric based on a few of the main lessons I taught that I expect students to include in their final writing piece. I'm so glad you asked me this because I am in the prewriting stages of creating assessment packets for each of the units! I would love your feedback on what you would like included. I am planning to include things like: daily observation grading sheets, assessment rubrics for the writing process, and assessment rubrics for the final writing piece. Thank you so much for asking!!
Jen
Jen
February 24, 2013
Amy Kostac (TpT Seller) re: Informational Reading & Writing Unit: Grade 3...40 Lessons with CCSS!!
I am considering purchasing this but I realized that I do not have access to a lot of the read alouds that you have listed. Will it work to replace with other books? If so, do you have any suggestions on choosing replacements? Thanks!
February 19, 2013
Jen Bengel (TpT Seller)
Great question! The read aloud texts included are only meant as suggestions. You can replace them with any informational texts that you have access to. I would recommend texts that would be interesting topics for your students. Best wishes!
February 19, 2013
mickandj re: Informational Reading & Writing Unit: Grade 5...40 Lessons with CCSS!!
Our building has purchased all of these resourses for the various grade levels but are disappointed because the mentor texts are identical and the only difference in all of them is that the common core has been changed for the grade level. So as the kiddos move up in the grades, the mentor texts are the same as are the mini lessons. It is kind of a one year and done purchase. Was this done on purpose or do you plan to update these?
February 17, 2013
Jen Bengel (TpT Seller)
I originally created these units as a grade 3-6 resource. I changed them to individualized grade levels after several teachers asked for specific standards to be attached (I originally attached grade five because that is what I teach). I guess I never thought of schools purchasing the units. I'm glad you said something because I will be more specific in my descriptions that the only difference between grade levels is the CCSS:)
February 17, 2013
mcafeestph26 re: Guided Reading Level P Teacher Packet: Just add the Books and the Students!
These are great! Are you planning on making the rest of the levels?
Stephanie
mcafeestph26@hotmail.com
Stephanie
mcafeestph26@hotmail.com
February 16, 2013
Jen Bengel (TpT Seller)
Thanks! I am planning in making I, j, k, and l next. After that I am going up to the higher levels:)
February 16, 2013
katb3 re: Guided Reading Grade 3 Bundle {Levels M-P} Bonus: Suggested Book Titles!
I just purchased your level O guided reading pack and would very much like M, N, and P. is there any kind of deal I could get on the bundle since I already purchased level O? Thanks so much for all of your amazing resources!
I saw your message too late and purchased the O-P bundle. Thanks for being so accommodating!
I saw your message too late and purchased the O-P bundle. Thanks for being so accommodating!
February 14, 2013
Jen Bengel (TpT Seller)
Thank you! If you purchase M and P and send me your email in another message I will send you N for free:) I hope that works for you...thanks for asking! Jen
February 14, 2013
meowmom6 re: Informational Reading & Writing Unit: Grade 3...40 Lessons with CCSS!!
What is the really neat font that you used on your cover page? If this has been asked, I apologize. I did not see it. Thank you for your hard work. You obviously put a lot of time into this. :o)
February 12, 2013
Jen Bengel (TpT Seller)
Here is the link:
http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Alphabet-Flower-Petals-Font
It's from Teaching in a Small Town:)
http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Alphabet-Flower-Petals-Font
It's from Teaching in a Small Town:)
February 13, 2013
Amanda Doud (TpT Seller)
I love your genre units! Are you planning on making any more? We are also required to teach fantasy and realistic fiction in 5th grade. Thanks
February 9, 2013
Jen Bengel (TpT Seller)
Thank you:). I have been thinking about making a realistic fiction unit. But I am in the thick of my guided reading resources so it will probably be a while. If you are following me you will get an email when each new unit posts. Thanks again! Jen
February 10, 2013
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
I have taught 6 years as a classroom teacher and 2 years as a reading specialist. I am currently a literacy coordinator for grades 3-5. I teach intermediate students and coach teachers in the reading, writing, and language workshops.
MY TEACHING STYLE
I take a constructivist, inquiry-based approach to learning. I believe students learn best when they think critically, analyze, synthesize, and evaluate their abilities. Students learn how to learn. They ask questions that are meaningful to them, play an active role in selecting and defining activities with their peers, direct their own learning, and build knowledge through a collaborative, social process.
HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT
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MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY
* Bachelor's degree in elementary education grades 1-8 (University of Wisconsin- Oshkosh) * Master's degree in reading education PreK-12 (University of South Alabama) * Literacy Collaborative Coordinator Training (Lesley University, Cambridge, MA)
ADDITIONAL BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION
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