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This resource contains 10 unique ways to engage young learners as they read the play version of "The Phantom Tollbooth." This bundle offers more than a 50% savings for most of my Phantom Tollbooth resources. It includes: Figurative Language Chart, Vocabulary Words & Meanings, Character Names Comprehension Questions Phantom Tollbooth, More Snip-its Visual Map for The Adventures of the Phantom Tollbooth Open ended Questions for the Phantom Tollbooth [video version] How to Craft a Character Sketch

Here is a useful product designed to support students in gaining a deeper understanding of 5 skill areas. Students will engage and use the PARCC language and format. "The passage is NOT included with this resource." However, it will be sent to you upon your request. Skills found on templates: vocabulary theme summary character setting Templates encourage students to supply the information needed and to exchange papers with one another. These templates can be used independently or in small group

Here's a very basic and easy to use activity for students learning or reviewing ideas about myths or legends. Share the general background about both these genres. Then have students read a myth and a legend, and complete the handouts. Within a single page students will easily identify the important ideas. Ideal for foreign language teachers too! NOW includes an additional page filled with "myth type words" and "legend type words" to help students craft their own myths and legends, and "My Favor

Here's a persuasive step by step writing activity to help students develop a strong convincing paper. Topics are provide along with specific details students need to include in each paragraph. I usually spend 3 or more days with my students. Duration will depend on age of child. However, please keep in mind the regular practice of writing is what will propel students to express themselves in a clear and precise way. Students should write persuasively once every two weeks or more often [without g

Here's a list of 45 questions for students to answer as they read the play version of The Phantom Tollbooth written by Susan Nanus. Includes a suggested Answer Key. This resource will also work for the novel. Enjoy! Visit The Phantom Tollbooth Mega Bundle Companion Product Visit The Phantom Tollbooth Board Game Companion Product Visit The Phantom Tollbooth Character Web Traits Companion Product Visit The Phantom Tollbooth Noteworthy Expressions Companion Product Visit More Goodies for the

Here is an excellent "color coded" product to help and teach the "How's " of writing a strong Narrative/Speculative piece for all learners. It will especially support the struggling writer by visually showing aspects of strong writing, and the advanced writer who should utilize effective compositional risks. For example: what a lead looks like, background narration, descriptive words, transitions, plot development, use of dialogue, and strong stylized writing. Use this product in multiple ways

"Inside Out" a wonderful short story by author of "The Circuit" Francisco Jimenez. If your students have read "The Circuit," this companion short story is a MUST read! Students will have a much closer view into the life of a migrant child who attends school. The author provides a touching tribute to his early life. Children are challenged to read on multiple levels, while considering higher thinking topics. 28 questions and writing opportunities characterize this resource. It may be used indep

Here's a problem solution guide to get students writing in an organized step by step process. Suggested topics are included; easy, average, & challenging. I usually take 3 days to complete this task; age of student will determine duration. However, you may want to select the bundle as it includes variations of the 3 types of writing resources I offer and "Save!" Visit Problem Solution Writing the Easy Way A Related Product Visit Persuasive, Problem Solution, and Explanatory Writing the Bund

Have students follow this very basic guide to writing a strong narrative piece by using art/paintings as their inspiration. Follow the step by step "then what happened?" prompts and before students realize, a short story has been crafted. This method is especially useful for those reluctant writers. And for those who finish early, a hidden benefit is to briefly research information about the artist and image that inspired their creative work. Have students share a snippet of their findings, but

Here are over 40 exercises for students to practice writing a strong topic sentence, supporting details, and to utilize a few words from the sidebar or brainstorm their own list of words. Some of the words will stretch your students. Then use the pre-writing to write a strong paragraph. Select prompts include sidebar terms that match the prompt topic. This will increase and improve student diction. Suggest students choose a few to include in their paragraphs. This is a great way to practice se

A template to help students "sort" the relevant from irrelevant information found in an informational text, which I refer to as "ITS". I recommend teachers use these templates with whole class discussions when reading an exemplary text. Once students understand the "hows" then handout these templates for individual, pair or group work. Further these templates can be made into posters because they target the thinking behind informational texts. Another way to utilize this product is to laminate

This is now more than a ten page variation of examples for what and how students may setup lit log pages. A student sample page is provided. Also, students can use a ruler and setup each page individually once they see the template. My students receive a small journal and create pages on their own. I spot check and occasionally hand out a blank sheet for students to complete. That one is graded. Be sure to check out companion handouts that reinforce the targeted skills on the lit log page. They

Here's a collection of reading questions for students to answer as they read Natalie Babbitt's KneeKnock Rise. Look for novel studies on Search For Delicious and Tuck Everlasting. A great way to teach children about this award winning author. Visit Easy to use Foldable Four Square Journal Entry Sheet Companion Product Visit Free Item Kneeknock Rise Cast of Characters Companion Product Visit Kneeknock Rise Persuasive Introduction Work Companion Product Visit KneeKnock Rise PARCC exercises Co

Here is a product that provides students with the meaning, components, TIPS, and transitions to use as they write. This product will work for beginning writers or advanced. Laminate the concept pages and reuse as you instruct students to master these 7 types of writings. Practice is essential, and this product supports student practice with minimal reminders that follow concept instruction. Included are templates with page/content reminders. Featured writings are: Explanatory Persuasive Argumen

This product contains two sets of prompts for narrative and speculative writings. Sets are worded in two ways to increase students' comfort zone and understanding. Graphic organizer included and list of CCSS for narrative writing. This product can be used for independent work, homework assignment, with pairs of students, etc. It will provide ample practice for all levels of student writers. Visit Narrative/Speculative Templates A Companion Product Visit Understanding the Structure of a Fable

Here's a great Back to School or [for any time] mini writing bundle for a persuasive, problem solution, and explanatory writing "the easy way!" resources. Templates provide students with step by step directions. Comes with a general explanation for the type of writing, suggested topics, a brief overview work sheet, transitions and academic terms. Resource is given in two different fonts. Perfect for teachers who are just starting out! This is a great saving bundle, get all three and save!! These

These cards are based on the play, “The Phantom Tollbooth,” by Susan Nanus, however, they may be used for the book version too, by Norton Juster. Task cards are a fun way to check basic comprehension, therefore many questions begin with: what, explain, describe, who, etc. These Task Cards may also serve as a pre-reading activity to help students predict or prepare for a Close Read approach, or simply as an after students read check up activity. Students can draw from a box of cut out task cards

Explanatory writing the "Easy Way," with templates that provide students with step by step directions. Resource comes with a general explanation for the type of writing, suggested topics, a brief overview work sheet, transitions and academic terms. Resource is given in two different fonts. Comes in a bundle too! Enjoy! Visit Persuasive, Problem Solution, and Explanatory Writing the Bundle A Related Product Visit Problem Solution the Easy Way A Related Product Visit Persuasive Writing the Ea

These cards are based on Natalie Babbitt’s The Search for DeliciousTask cards are a fun way to check basic comprehension, therefore many questions begin with: what, explain, describe, who, etc. These Task Cards may also serve as a pre-reading activity to help students predict or prepare for a Close Read approach, or simply as an after students read check up activity. There are 100 Question Task Cards and 20 vocabulary cards. Students can draw from a box of cut out task cards as they work in a

Problem Solution writing the "Easy Way," with templates that provide students with step by step directions. Resource comes with a general explanation for the type of writing, suggested topics, a brief overview work sheet, transitions and academic terms. Resource is given in two different fonts. Comes in a bundle too! Enjoy! Visit Persuasive, Problem Solution, and Explanatory Writing the Bundle A Related Product Visit Explanatory Writing the Easy Way A Related Product Visit Persuasive Writi