Expose your students to new books! Students sketch as you read aloud the first chapter of any novel. Students illustrate key ideas, connections, and imaginings. Student can also rate the book and reference the notes when selecting independent reading books.
Perfect for independent work. Students can build the missing letters with pipe cleaners, play dough, ect. Put on a ring for flip cards or in a task box.
Want your students to read new genres during their independent reading? This bingo board encourages students to try new books from all genres. Once a student completes a row or a column they can earn a prize of your choice.
Allow your students to investigate their own historical event. Students create a visual that highlights what they learned. This is a great opportunity for project based learning.
These trackers can be laminated and reused. Consider attaching one to the corner of each student's desk, or perhaps just filling one out for a student has been absent.
Give your students the opportunity to set the vibe in your classroom. This could be used to build community or reward students during independent work.