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Use these activities with the story "Dog Breath" by Dav Pilkey. Students will be engaged by this hilarious, easy to follow book while they recount the story elements, sequence the story, and write a summary. Students will also have two bonus activities where they work on fact and opinion and write about oral health. Tie in many standards with one book! What's Included? * Dog breath story elements (also included on digital Seesaw version) * Sequencing cut and paste (also included on digital Se

Lacey Walker loves to talk. She talks all day and night. But when she loses her voice, Lacey learns the importance of listening. Use this book to teach students the importance of listening and what makes a good listener. What's Included? *Good Listening poster *Good listener cut and paste (2 versions) *Good vs. Poor listening cut and paste *When is it important to be a good listener bubble map *Lacey Walker directed drawing and story prompt *iPhone what do you like to talk about worksheet Fol

Are you teaching a reading unit on Making Inferences? Teaching how to make an inference can be a challenge. One of mine and my students favorite read alouds is the book "My Lucky Day" by Keiko Kasza. It is such a fun story with a great twist ending that students love! What's Included? * Making Inferences poster * Story vocabulary page with definitions * Vocabulary recording sheet with spots for 6 vocabulary words and definitions * Inferences using pictures - 6 pictures (can print double sided)

Not only is this a beautiful story that can open up conversations about students own hopes and dreams, but it is such a great introduction to cause and effect. In this moving tale students can see how just one piece of music can change people's lives. It shows the domino effect of how we can do one thing that can affect others in a big way. This book teaches the important lesson that magic can happen, but it doesn't happen overnight. It happens with lots of work and persistence. What's In

Use these activities with the story "Harry the Dirty Dog" by Gene Zion. Students will be engaged by this fun, easy to follow book while they recount the story elements, sequence the story, and write a summary. Students will also have a bonus activity where they can work on sequence writing by writing and illustrating the steps of cleaning a pet. What's Included? * Harry the Dirty Dog story elements (also included on digital Seesaw version) * Sequencing cut and paste (also included on digital S

Are you teaching a unit on compare and contrast? Use the classic story of the Three Little Pigs and the True Story of the Three Little Pigs to compare and contrast two stories. Such a fun and easy way to compare characters, setting, problem and solution. Students can also compare the points of view of characters in each book. If you don't have the books, I have included a links in my product. What's included: 17 total pages! * 4 different compare and contrast posters depending on what you pre

My favorite part of back to school (besides getting to know my kiddos) is the fun read alouds that come with it! In this bundle you will find pre-made activities for 5 of my favorite mentor texts for the beginning of the year. These books will teach: how to be a good listener, responsibility, student names, rules and feelings. What's Included? What if Everybody Did That? *Expected vs. Unexpected behavior poster *Expected vs. Unexpected cut and paste sort for: classroom, lunchroom, and recess

***Before you use this resource, read all about how I teach main idea on my blog post.*** Teaching students how to find the main idea and detail in text? Use this resource to supplement your curriculum and enhance student learning. These texts engage students and make them feel confident in finding the main idea and details. What's Included? From Here to There and Me to You: * A main idea and details graphic organizer * 5 page book to write the details of the story and find the main idea.

It's raining and the people in town are not happy about it. The rain causes a chaotic chain of events that disrupt the town. Then the sun comes out and it sets off another chain of events that are much more pleasant. Another great book by David Shannon that shows how cause and effect work in daily life. What's Included? * Cause and Effect poster * List, Group, Label Vocabulary/Primer activity * Cause and Effect fill in the blank (2 pages) * Write about it- write the effects when the sun com

When a young boy stubs his toe it sets off a sequence of silly events. Just when it looks like things can't get worse for this young boy, he gets a sweet surprise. Students will be able to identify cause and effect relationships as they enjoy this story. What's Included? * Cause and Effect poster *Cut and paste cause and effect * Creative writing prompt *Identify your own effect worksheet Check out my Instagram for more teaching tips and tricks! https://www.instagram.com/mikkonen_magic/ I lov

Teaching a unit on Character Traits? Use this resource to get students engaged and thinking about character traits while making connections with a diverse text: Amazing Grace by Mary Hoffman. What's Included? * 2 character trait anchor charts * A list of common character traits for display or personal student use (I give my students each a copy to have handy during this unit and beyond) *A bubble map to describe the character Grace *An Explain It! page where students explain the character traits

Are you teaching a reading unit on Making Inferences? Teaching how to make an inference can be a challenge. My students always love the book "Two Bad Ants" by Chris Van Allsburg when we are practicing this skill. They love to make inferences about where the ants are traveling using the amazing illustrations and descriptive writing. What's Included? * Making Inferences poster * Story vocabulary page with definitions * Vocabulary recording sheet with spots for 6 vocabulary words and definitions

Use this resource to supplement your unit on story elements/summarizing. What's Included? Dog Breath: * Dog breath story elements (also included on digital Seesaw version) * Sequencing cut and paste (also included on digital Seesaw version) * Summary - somebody, wanted, but, so, then * Dog Fact or Opinion cut and paste * Ways to prevent bad breath bubble map (also included on digital Seesaw version) My Name is Yoon: * Story vocabulary cards with words and definitions * Vocabulary practice fill i

Are you teaching a reading unit on Making Inferences? Teaching how to make an inference can be a challenge. This bundle makes it easy for your with already chosen text and pintable's to go with each story. What's Included? Dear Juno * Making Inferences poster * Story vocabulary page with definitions * Vocabulary recording sheet with spots for 6 vocabulary words and definitions * Write the evidence that led to Juno's inference * Ways I communicate sheet * Friendly letter template - students c

**MONEY SAVING BUNDLE!!** Teaching a unit on character traits? Use this easy to use resource to enhance your units with quality, diverse, and culturally relevant read-alouds. Students will engage with these read alouds through graphic organizers, sorts, and writing prompts/story reflections. What's included? -2 character trait posters that describe the skill -A common character trait printable to hang or give to students to refer to throughout the unit -2+ graphic organizers, and one writing

Reinforce important skills like showing kindness, being a good friend, and caring for others with the story, Somebody Loves You, Mr. Hatch! This book is an amazing way to dig deep into skills such as character traits, story elements, summarizing, how to be kind, and writing friendly letters. Great for Valentines Day or any time of year! Here's what is included: - Vocabulary Cards and Definitions - Vocabulary writing sheet - Character Trait sheet - Story Elements Map - 2 versions of re-tellin

What will happen when Floyd gets his kite stuck in a tree? Using kid-logic, this hilarious story sets off a chain reaction of cause and effect relationships that will have students guessing what he will throw up the tree next to get his kite down. What's Included? * Cause and effect graphic organizer * Writing prompt If you download , please leave a review and follow my store! Thanks!

Teaching a unit on Story Elements and Summarizing? Use this resource to get students engaged and thinking about story elements while making connections with a diverse text: "My Name is Yoon" by Helen Recorvitis. What's Included? * Story vocabulary cards with words and definitions * Vocabulary practice fill in the blank * Story elements recording sheet * Summarizing sheet - somebody, wanted, but, so , then * I love Me writing prompt Check out more of my products here! https://www.teacherspayteac

If you are teaching a unit on Compare and Contrast, use these resources to enhance your read aloud stories. Students will love all these books and you will get to teach both science and social studies through these stories as well. What's Included? Poles Apart: * 4 different compare and contrast posters depending on what you prefer * A video to the story: Poles Apart * 2 videos about the North and South Poles that talk about how they are the same and different * A T-chart to note take on both

One of the most important parts of the first week of school is getting to know students names. Every student has a name and a story. Use the book "Teach Us Your Name" by Huda Essa to get to know students and what makes their name special. What's Included? *4 different options for name plates. Students can design their own for their desk or table spot! *Teach Us Your Name worksheet *Find someone who... name edition *Your name in numbers 7 total pages Follow my store and leave a review: Mik