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Explicitly teach and master the Common Core Speaking and Listening (SL) standards with this comprehensive, 12-day scaffolded unit. This resource moves beyond simple "talking" to provide direct instruction on active listening, collaborative discussion techniques, and respectful response strategies. Comprehensive Skill Breakdown: Each day features a clear objective, warm-up, mini-lesson, and scaffolded practice activities. Active Listening Foundations: Students identify and practice physical and

Winter Informative Text Unit: Focused Writing with Evidence & Elaboration 12-Day Writing Unit | Grades 3–4Help your students write clear, focused informative text with this 12-day Winter Informative Text Unit. This resource is intentionally designed to support students who struggle to stay on topic and move beyond listing random facts by teaching them how to use evidence and elaboration effectively. The unit follows a gradual release model that builds independence and confidence over time.

Equal Group Photographs for Multiplication and Division PracticeEnhance your students' multiplication skills with this vibrant and engaging set of Equal Groups photographs! Perfect for hands-on learning, this set is designed to help students visualize and practice making equal groups—a fundamental concept in mastering multiplication. Product Features:High-Quality Photographs: Includes a collection of 58 colorful, realistic photographs featuring a variety of fruits and vegetables. Use these imag

This list of nine comprehension strategies and skills includes: -A definition -Thinking stems to help you ask questions of any title. -A simple graphic organizer for class or small group discussion. -10-15 excellent picture book titles that illustrate the strategy or skill. Fantastic for a quick introduction, review, or comprehension lesson extension.