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Reference Materials Color by Code Activities Dictionary Thesaurus Atlas Almanac
Reference Materials Color by Code Activities Dictionary Thesaurus Atlas Almanac
Reference Materials Color by Code Activities Dictionary Thesaurus Atlas Almanac
Reference Materials Color by Code Activities Dictionary Thesaurus Atlas Almanac
Reference Materials Color by Code Activities Dictionary Thesaurus Atlas Almanac
Reference Materials Color by Code Activities Dictionary Thesaurus Atlas Almanac
Reference Materials Color by Code Activities Dictionary Thesaurus Atlas Almanac
Reference Materials Color by Code Activities Dictionary Thesaurus Atlas Almanac
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Description

Are you looking for a unique way to review reference materials? These color-by-code printables are a fun, quick, and easy way to practice or assess these skills. Big kids love to color too!

Each page has 6 or 7 fill-in-the-blank or multiple-choice questions for students to answer. I like to do this as a whole group and make sure everyone has answered correctly before they start to color. This lets you know what might need re-teaching or reviewing. Answer keys are included!

The types of reference materials covered in this packet include:

  • Dictionary
  • Thesaurus
  • Almanac
  • Atlas
  • Encyclopedia
  • Online Encyclopedia
  • Internet

You'll get lots of use with this packet. The theme is generic so they can be used any time of the year. Print them to have on hand when you need a little something extra to reinforce what you've taught about using reference materials.

Use them in centers, for independent practice, whole group lessons, and early finishers. These are perfect for subs, classrooms, and library classes.

These printables are ready to print and use. No prep work is needed. They are exceptionally useful on days when a librarian finds out he/she will be traveling to the classrooms for the day!

PLEASE NOTE: THIS PRODUCT IS INCLUDED IN THIS MONEY-SAVING BUNDLE!

Figurative Language, Genre, Text Features, Reference Materials Worksheets

TEACHERS WHO PURCHASED THE BUNDLE SAID:

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My students really enjoyed practicing taught material by doing these relaxing/engaging coloring activities. They got to practice what we learned and they were always very excited! –

Sara H. (3rd grade)

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

This was a great different kind of activity to go along with the lessons I have done on genres and reference books. My students enjoyed it very much! – Ashley M. (3rd/4th grade)

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

This resource did not disappoint! It was on my wish list for a very long time, and I am so happy I purchased it! My students are going to enjoy completing these activities as we review for state testing. Thank you! :) – Humble Bird

Supports Common Core Standards (CCSS):

L.4.4C, L.5.4C, L.6.4C, CCRA.L.4

For teaching reference materials, you might like these helpful resources:

Reference Materials

Reference Materials PowerPoint Practice

Reference Materials Task Cards

Reference Materials Task Cards - Boom Cards Interactive Task Cards

Copyright @Teresa Tretbar Amazing Literacy

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Reference Materials Color by Code Activities Dictionary Thesaurus Atlas Almanac

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Are you looking for a fun and engaging way to review genre, figurative language, nonfiction text features, and reference materials? This bundle of color-by-code printables is a quick, easy, and low-prep option—perfect for skill review, assessment, or emergency sub plans. Big kids love to color too!Y
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Description

Are you looking for a unique way to review reference materials? These color-by-code printables are a fun, quick, and easy way to practice or assess these skills. Big kids love to color too!

Each page has 6 or 7 fill-in-the-blank or multiple-choice questions for students to answer. I like to do this as a whole group and make sure everyone has answered correctly before they start to color. This lets you know what might need re-teaching or reviewing. Answer keys are included!

The types of reference materials covered in this packet include:

  • Dictionary
  • Thesaurus
  • Almanac
  • Atlas
  • Encyclopedia
  • Online Encyclopedia
  • Internet

You'll get lots of use with this packet. The theme is generic so they can be used any time of the year. Print them to have on hand when you need a little something extra to reinforce what you've taught about using reference materials.

Use them in centers, for independent practice, whole group lessons, and early finishers. These are perfect for subs, classrooms, and library classes.

These printables are ready to print and use. No prep work is needed. They are exceptionally useful on days when a librarian finds out he/she will be traveling to the classrooms for the day!

PLEASE NOTE: THIS PRODUCT IS INCLUDED IN THIS MONEY-SAVING BUNDLE!

Figurative Language, Genre, Text Features, Reference Materials Worksheets

TEACHERS WHO PURCHASED THE BUNDLE SAID:

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

My students really enjoyed practicing taught material by doing these relaxing/engaging coloring activities. They got to practice what we learned and they were always very excited! –

Sara H. (3rd grade)

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

This was a great different kind of activity to go along with the lessons I have done on genres and reference books. My students enjoyed it very much! – Ashley M. (3rd/4th grade)

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

This resource did not disappoint! It was on my wish list for a very long time, and I am so happy I purchased it! My students are going to enjoy completing these activities as we review for state testing. Thank you! :) – Humble Bird

Supports Common Core Standards (CCSS):

L.4.4C, L.5.4C, L.6.4C, CCRA.L.4

For teaching reference materials, you might like these helpful resources:

Reference Materials

Reference Materials PowerPoint Practice

Reference Materials Task Cards

Reference Materials Task Cards - Boom Cards Interactive Task Cards

Copyright @Teresa Tretbar Amazing Literacy

Librarians may use this with multiple classes within one school.

Follow my store to see when new products are added.

Report this resource to TPT
Reported resources will be reviewed by our team. Report this resource to let us know if this resource violates TPT's content guidelines.

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Rated 5 out of 5, based on 8 reviews
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Good resource
Rated 5 out of 5
June 8, 2026
Met expectations
Great value
Standards-aligned
This resource as good as test prep and review at the end of the year.
2,233 reviews • Oklahoma
Grades taught: K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Student populations: Emerging bilinguals
Rated 5 out of 5
July 2, 2025
This was a fun way for students to practice reference materials
Hannah P.
1,038 reviews
Grades taught: 4th
Rated 5 out of 5
April 28, 2025
Amazing resource! My students were engaged and learned a lot from this resource.
Eleanor F.
6 reviews
Grades taught: 5th
Student populations: Learning difficulties
Rated 5 out of 5
March 29, 2025
Fun and engaging way to practice 5th Grade ELA Skills
ABC Acres Designs
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410 reviews
Grades taught: 5th
Rated 5 out of 5
August 2, 2022
This resource helped review reference skills. Thanks for sharing.
Sarah Brown
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424 reviews
Grades taught: 4th
Rated 5 out of 5
October 9, 2021
I used this in my sub plans and my students loved it!!!!
Crystal D.
703 reviews
Grades taught: 4th, 5th
Student populations: Learning difficulties
Rated 5 out of 5
March 9, 2020
I left these for a substitute to use. It took them a while so it was perfect and required them to think a lot! Thank you! Awesome product!
Emilee N.
1,243 reviews
Grades taught: 5th
Rated 5 out of 5
January 5, 2020
My students absolutely loved this resource!
Callie T.
232 reviews

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Consult reference materials (e.g., dictionaries, glossaries, thesauruses), both print and digital, to find the pronunciation and determine or clarify the precise meaning of key words and phrases.
Consult reference materials (e.g., dictionaries, glossaries, thesauruses), both print and digital, to find the pronunciation and determine or clarify the precise meaning of key words and phrases.
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