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This unit is so much fun! Half of it sets you up for a Thanksgiving feast in your room that the kids and parents won't forget, and the other half is packed full of activities that are written around the book "A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving". The best part is the activities are Common Core aligned and the feast involves kid friendly food. What a way to lead into your Thanksgiving Break!!!

Congratulations! You have found a complete spelling program that works! It contains 28 weeks of spellings lists for second graders that are differentiated. That's right, there are 3 different leveled lists for each week (that the children test into) that all follow the same spelling/phonics rule. This allows you to challenge some children and remediate others at the same time. It also allows you to figure out very quickly where your children's weaknesses are so you can support them and strengthe

Congratulations! You have found a complete spelling program that works! It contains 28 weeks of spellings lists for first graders that are differentiated. That's right, there are 2 different leveled lists for each week (that the children test into) that all follow the same spelling/phonics rule. This allows you to challenge some children and remediate others at the same time. It also allows you to figure out very quickly where your children's weaknesses are so you can support them and strengthen

Congratulations! You have found a complete spelling program that works! It contains 29 weeks of spellings lists for third graders that are differentiated. That's right, there are 3 different leveled lists for each week (that the children test into) that all follow the same spelling/phonics rule. This allows you to challenge some children and remediate others at the same time. It also allows you to figure out very quickly where your children's weaknesses are so you can support them and strengthen

This packet is full of pages to help you teach the Common Core Math Standard that requires you to add 3 two-digit numbers. The first sheet has math problems that do not require regrouping. The second sheet has math problems that all require regrouping. Finally, the third sheet has a mix of problems. Some require regrouping and some don’t. Not only can you use these sheets for instruction, but you can also use them as assessments.

Congratulations! You have clicked on a unit that is going to make your December planning a snap! Included in this unit is a chart that lists the 5 books included in this unit and the skills that each teaches. You may decide to use all 5 books or pick and choose the ones you want. Regardless, you will find that all you have to do is locate the book listed at your library, copy the activities you want to use, send out slips to have snacks sent in and grab some supplies for the crafts. Don’t forget

Are you looking for a way to assess what your students know about matter? Look no further! Included in this packet is a review guide that the children can use to study with, a matter test and an answer key. Be sure to send the review guide home two days before you give the assessment. (I usually made it the kid's homework.) This is the perfect way to expose your students to a review guide, and how to use it as a studying tool. You can also use the study guide to review in class by playing games

This unit is perfect for a guided reading group at the beginning of the year. We've all had reluctant readers ... well this book addresses them directly. The unit contains: My Reading Inventory Our Class Reading Goal Poster The Genre Challenge A Genre Poster My Book Review Sheet Ribbon Bulletin Board Idea *This is a differentiated unit for K-1 learners and 2-3 learners. Mix and match the documents as needed depending on the level of your students.

Are your students ready to have a ball reading a chapter book and showing what they know as they go? I thought so! This novel study is packed full of activities for your kids to enjoy while following the standards. Below is what is included: *A response sheet for each of the 12 chapters including a space for recording words that the children don't know, comprehension questions, high level thinking questions and grammar/reading topics. *A vocabulary preview for each chapter *A Chocolate Touch Dic

This unit is built around the book called "A Very Witchy Spelling Bee" by George Shannon. It's a fantastic Halloween book that allows the children to practice their spelling & phonics skills along with other topics. A game is included in this unit that the children will love and will prove challenging. The unit can be used in a guided reading setting or whole group. All of the activities support the Common Core Curriculum and include: Reading Comprehension Comparing the Characters The Witchy Sp

This is the 2nd Set of plans I have written to make your December planning a snap! It is divided into 5 parts, and each part is based on a children's Christmas literature book. Each part has activities that support the Common Core in the areas of comprehension, reading/writing, grammar, math, a craft and a pre-made snack idea. The 5 books used in this set are: Auntie Claus Merry Un-Christmas Froggy’s Best Christmas Turkey Claus How Murray Saved Christmas You may decide to use all 5 books or pi

Teaching the children about Jimmy Carter can be a little tedious … until now. This activity combines note taking with building a Habitat for Humanity-like house. So gather your resources to share with the children. You might want to use biographies, big books, DVDs, websites or a combination of several. Regardless of the resources you use to expose your children to facts abut Jimmy Carter, once they have written down 15 facts about Jimmy Carter, they will begin to recopy those facts on timber fo

Here's a great 100th Day unit for you to use in your classroom on that special day. It is built around the book written by Margery Cuyler called "100th Day Worries". Included in this unit are activities that teach Common Core standards, a tasty group snack created by all of the children and a fun, family project. Here's what's in the unit: Reading Comprehension A Collection of Punctuation Marks Patterns in a Collection of Numbers Making a Collection with Your Family An Opinion Writing Idea Splas

This unit is the first of many which I call "Read a Book and then Cook". It is filled with not only academic activities but also has a tasty twist included where the children get to create a snack of their own. They are guaranteed to love this literature unit! This unit includes: Reading Comprehension Story Sequencing Runaway Rhyming Words Character Analysis Thinking Outside of the Pumpkin Nouns, Adjectives & Verbs “Granny’s Pumpkin Pie” Snack Instructions Parent Donation Slips Completed Recip

Who doesn’t like jelly beans? Okay … there might be a few who can’t stand the licorice ones, but other that there’s a flavor for everyone! So why not let your student’s write about it? Let your kids create an opinion writing about the best jelly bean flavor ever invented. This packet includes: *An idea word splash *An opinion writing organizer *A Jelly Bean Word Wall *An editing sheet in “kid speak” *A final copy sheet with graphics *A final copy sheet to use for additional pages

Have I got a Valentine Gift for you! Grab this FREE unit for the book called The Biggest Valentine Ever by Steven Kroll. It contains 10 activities/centers that can be differentiated and includes many content areas. The following are the skills taught in this unit: Fiction Comprehension Red Hot Addition Regrouping (2 & 3 Digits) Math Mat for Regrouping Finding the Verbs Writing – Partner Problem Solving Tips Describing the right mouse (character) Matching Vocabulary Words, Pictures & Definitions

I just love the way Eve Bunting uses descriptive language throughout this story. This unit allows children to experience it too. Not only do you get pages based around the book St. Patrick's Day in the Morning but you also get pages you can use with any St. Patrick's Day book.

Looking for a behavior management system that allows your students to take responsibility for their own actions? Well here it is! This Zoo Themed behavior management bundle includes many items like an adorable behavior clip chart, positive behavior cards, zoo bucks, a weekly behavior sheet to send home to your parents and a student behavior form for reflection. If you happen to be a leadership school I have tied some of the behavior management ideas back to enforcing being a good leader. Just

With all of the wintery weather occurring, I thought it would be a perfect opportunity to work on an opinion writing in your classroom. This unit has everything your students need to complete their own compelling opinion writing about blizzards. It also includes a very fun art project that when paired with the writings makes a really great visual for the hallway. Your kids are guaranteed to have a blast with this activity!

Are you looking for ideas on how to get your students to practice their spelling words? Well, look no further you have found it! This packet allows your students to choose different ways to practice their spelling words depending upon their learning style. Included in this bundle: *A letter to your parents explaining how to use the spelling contracts *9 Different contracts with a total of 54 ways for your students to practice their spelling words *A letter to your parents that explain