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Fraction practice using skittles candies. Give each student a small bag of skittles to complete the lesson. Two practice pages for students to complete and a sorting page. Common Core Math Standards: 3.NF.1 and 3.NF.3 This activity practices fractions as part of a group. Students will identify fractions, compare, draw, and color models to represent fractions of smarties. Teachers can individualize by asking students comparison questions. BONUS Graphing Pages - includes a tally & frequency t

Fraction practice using smarties candies. Give each student a pack of smarties to complete the lesson. Two practice pages for students to complete. Common Core Math Standards: 3.NF.1 and 3.NF.3 This activity practices fractions as part of a group. Students will identify fractions, compare, draw, and color models to represent fractions of smarties. Teachers can individualize by asking students comparison questions. Please rate and follow to receive updates and new lesson ideas. Created for T

Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney - Literature Guide This is a cartoon novel written by Jeff Kinney. It is a journal style novel about what it's like to be in middle school from the point of view of Greg Heffley, middle schooler. This humorous story resonates with students who are facing the challenges of middle school. Aligned with Common Core Standards! Use this Literature Guide with Literature Circles or Independent Novel Study Twelve pages of questions to guide comprehension throug

The World According to Humphrey by Betty G. Birney - Literature Guide This is a story about a hamster named Humphrey. Humphrey becomes the classroom pet in Room 26 at Longfellow School. Humphrey isn't well-liked by some people at first, but he manages to work his way into the hearts of those around him. This is a very cute story. Aligned with Common Core Standards! Use this Literature Guide with Teacher Read Aloud, Literature Circles, or Independent Study Eleven pages of questions to guide c

Exit Tickets for Common Core Math Standards - Third Grade Great Formative Assessment Tool! This set of 146 exit tickets is aligned to all third grade standards. There are 2 of the same ticket on each page for easier copying. Use exit tickets to: Check students' understanding from the day's lesson. Verify students can solve problems. See if students can apply new content learned. Formulate groups of students who did not understand. Help plan next day's instruction. All Standards Included: 3.OA.

Friendship According to Humphrey by Betty G. Birney - Literature Guide This is a story about a hamster named Humphrey. Humphrey continues his adventures in this great book about friendship. Humphrey wants to be friends with Og the frog, but Og doesn't seem interested. Humphrey wins everyone over as usual in his humorous and caring way. Aligned with Common Core Standards! Use this Literature Guide with Teacher Read Aloud, Literature Circles, or Independent Study Eleven pages of questions to

Roll the Dice - Multiplication Game This is a partner game to practice multiplication facts. Students need 1 game sheet and dice. There is a game sheet for each times table 2 - 12 and three mixed game sheets for extra practice. There are directions for beginners as well as directions for more advanced students. These game sheets are great for practice and review. Created for TPT by Catdogteaches

Stick Dog by Tom Watson - Literature Guide Stick Dog is on a mission to eat some delicious hamburgers. His friends join him on this humorous quest. Your students will enjoy reading about Stick Dog's adventures with his friends. My second and third graders love the Stick Dog books! These books are perfect for your reluctant readers. Aligned with Common Core Standards! Use this Literature Guide with Teacher Read Aloud, Literature Circles, or Independent Study This packet is GREAT for students

Horrible Harry in Room 2B by Suzy Kline - Literature Guide Horrible Harry loves to do horrible things! Your students will enjoy reading about Harry's adventures in Room 2B. My second and third graders love the Horrible Harry books! Aligned with Common Core Standards! Use this Literature Guide with Teacher Read Aloud, Literature Circles, or Independent Study This packet is GREAT for students who are tackling their first chapter books! The guided questions for each chapter model how to answe

Horrible Harry and the Ant Invasion by Suzy Kline - Literature Guide Horrible Harry loves to do horrible things! Your students will enjoy reading about Harry's adventures in Room 2B. My second and third graders love the Horrible Harry books! Aligned with Common Core Standards! Use this Literature Guide with Teacher Read Aloud, Literature Circles, or Independent Study This packet is GREAT for students who are tackling their first chapter books! The guided questions for each chapter model ho

Back To School Activities: Getting to Know You with Skittles Candies - Pass out small bags of skittles to students. Students reveal something about themselves when a certain color is pulled from the bag. Do in groups or with partners. Find Someone Who... - Students write the name of a classmate who fits the category on the paper. This activity gets students out of their seats and talking with classmates. All About Me Printable Poster - great for Open House All About the First Day of School

The Mouse and the Motorcycle Literature Guide Aligned with Common Core Standards! Use this Literature Guide with Teacher Read Aloud, Literature Circles, or Independent Study Ten pages of questions to guide comprehension throughout the story. Thirteen additional pages to extend learning. They include: Summarize the Story Cause and Effect Letter to the Author Character Analysis Favorite Part in the Story Event Timelines Book Award And More! This guide is available in my TPT store in a BUNDLE wi

Trouble According to Humphrey by Betty G. Birney - Literature Guide This is a story about a hamster named Humphrey. Humphrey continues his adventures in this book by getting into some trouble. Humphrey gets a friend in trouble and has to figure out how to deal with the guilt he is feeling. Humphrey wins everyone over as usual in his humorous and caring way. Aligned with Common Core Standards! Use this Literature Guide with Teacher Read Aloud, Literature Circles, or Independent Study Thirtee

Runt by Marion Dane Bauer A story about a wolf pup named Runt. Runt struggles in the harsh world of the wolves. He tries to learn along with his brothers and sisters, but he makes serious mistakes along the way. My students LOVE this story every year! Aligned With Common Core! Use with teacher read aloud, Literature Circles, or independent study. Complete Literature Guide for Runt Includes: Summary Questions for all 22 chapters Character Analysis Pages Prediction Character Development Favor

Runaway Ralph Literature Guide Aligned with Common Core Standards! Use this Literature Guide with Teacher Read Aloud, Literature Circles, or Independent Study Twelve pages of questions to guide comprehension throughout the story. Sixteen additional pages to extend learning. They include: Summarize the Story Cause and Effect Letter to the Author Character Analysis Favorite Part in the Story Event Timeline Book Award Question Writing Making a Prediction And More! Created for TPT by Catdogteache

Multi-Step Word Problem Practice for Common Core 3.OA.8 10 pages (2 of the same problem on each page) to be used as quick assessments/exit tickets. 2 pages of practice problems Students will get practice using all 4 operations with these word problems. Answer key included Created by Catdogteaches

Common Core Math Standards - for First Grade *ALL STANDARDS* Student Practice Pages aligned to the common core. Each page has a student friendly "I can" statement and the math standard being covered. 50 pages that can be used for extra practice or assessment. 27 "I Can" Statements to laminate and hang in the classroom. Standards Covered: Operations & Algebraic Thinking (20 pages) 1.OA.1 (4 wksts) 1.OA.2 (2 wksts) 1.OA.3 (2 wksts) 1.OA.4 (2 wksts) 1.OA.5 (2 wksts) 1.OA.6 (2 wksts) 1

Stone Fox Literature Guide Use with teacher read aloud, literature circles, or independent study Aligned with Common Core! Questions to guide comprehension through each chapter. (10 chapters) Prediction Page Character Analysis Write a New Ending Key Ideas and Details Event Timeline And more! This is a favorite read aloud for my students year after year. It is a wonderful, yet heartbreaking story. This packet helps students comprehend the story with thoughtful questions for each chapter. EL

Ralph S. Mouse by Beverly Cleary - Literature Guide Aligned with Common Core Standards! Use this Literature Guide with Teacher Read Aloud, Literature Circles, or Independent Study It might be best to use this literature guide AFTER reading and completing The Mouse and the Motorcycle literature guide. I have incorporated common core standards that compare/contrast work by the same author and the same characters. Nine pages of questions to guide comprehension throughout the story. Twelve additi

The Mouse & the Motorcycle Literature Guide Runaway Ralph Literature Guide AND Ralph S. Mouse Literature Guide Aligned with Common Core Standards! Use these Literature Guides with Teacher Read Alouds, Literature Circles, or Independent Studies Thirty-one pages of questions to guide comprehension throughout the stories. Over 70 additional pages to extend learning. They include: Summarize the Story Cause and Effect Letter to the Author Character Analysis Favorite Part in the Story Event Timeline