Rogue Algorithm

Looking for a way for your students to quickly and easily practice identifying different literary genres? This “print-and-go” resource – including 3 reference sheets, 32 task cards, and 2 assessment activities – is everything you need to introduce, develop, and assess your students' understanding of 15 different literary genres. Perfect for test prep, reading centers, or even a quick game of Scoot! Included: • 3 reference sheets • 32 task cards • task card answer sheet and key • 8 self-check

If your kids are anything like mine, they are constantly mixing up the words "there", "their", and "they're". Help them see the difference between these commonly misused words with this 13-slide powerpoint and printables set, and address language standards from the Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts. Common Core Standards addressed – • Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking. (L.3.1, L.4.1, L.5.1) • Correctly

These dual-purpose Common Core ELA task cards allow students to practice two different ELA Common Core Reading Standards for Literature. One standard is specific to grade 4, while the other standard is part of the CC ELA Atandards for Grades 3, 4, and 5. • Compare and contrast the point of view from which different stories are written, including the difference between first- and third-person narrations. (RL.4.6) • Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text. (RL.3.4,

This set of Common Core ELA task cards and printables allow students to practice one of the key ELA Common Core Reading Standards for Informational Text. • Describe the overall structure (e.g., chronology, comparison, cause/effect, problem/solution) of events, ideas, concepts, or information in a text or part of a text. (RI.4.5) Included in this set: • graphic reference sheet (color and grayscale), sized for student journals • 32 task cards • task card answer sheet and key • 2 two-page activit

If your kids are anything like mine, they frequently misuse the articles "a", "an", and "the". Help them see the difference between these commonly misused words with this 14-slide powerpoint and printables set, and address language standards from the Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts. Common Core Standards addressed – • Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking. (L.3.1, L.4.1, L.5.1) • Correctly use frequently

Help your students become better writers by building their ability to recognize and use concrete language, a key element in the narrative writing standards in the CCSS for ELA. Common Core ELA State Standards addressed: • Use concrete words and phrases and sensory details to convey experiences and events precisely. (W.4.3d, W.5.3d) • Choose words and phrases for effect. (L.3.3a) • Choose words and phrases to convey ideas precisely. (L.4.3a) • Demonstrate understanding of word relationships and

If your kids are anything like mine, they frequently misuse the articles "two," "too," and "to." Help them see the difference between these commonly misused words with this 14-slide powerpoint and printables set, and address language standards from the Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts. Common Core Standards addressed – • Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking. (L.3.1, L.4.1, L.5.1) • Correctly use frequent

Help your students master “their”, “there”, and “they’re” while learning facts about animals such as porcupines, klller whales, and piranhas (oh, my!) with the set of task cards and printables. The 32 task cards, graphic reference sheet, and two-page assessment activity are the perfect tools to help you address language standards from the Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts. Common Core Standards addressed – • Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English gramm

Help your students practice the correct usage of some commonly misused words with this bundle of grammar ppts and printables that I designed to help my own kids with their mechanics. Included are four powerpoints, a set of four worksheets (with keys), and four reference sheets sized for your students’ journals that address language standards from the Common Core State Standards for ELA. [NOTE: This bundle includes materials available separately. If you purchased any of the Grammar PPT + Prin

This writing mini-unit is designed to help lead children through the writing process to compose an autobiographical narrative from the point-of-view of a snowman. It includes: • Planning grid, detailing sequence for implementing the elements of the mini-unit • Autobiography mini-poster listing elements of an autobiographical narrative • “Snowman Interview” pre-writing activity sheet • Four one-page figurative language activity sheets, focusing on alliteration, onomatopoeia, idioms, an

Do your kids constantly use the same, tired vocabulary again and again when they talk about characters and their traits? After years of attempts to help specific character trait words stick in my students' heads, I developed these tools to make trait words more memorable. This set of ELA resources is designed to help children learn eight specific character traits. The resources are built around eight characters with alliterative names – Determined Derrick, Optimistic Oliver, Baffled Bi

You'd think that since "are" and "our" are not exactly pronounced the same way, that kids wouldn't mix them up. Every year, though, I have kids that use one when they should use the other. If your kids are having the same problem, these activities will help. Help your students see the difference between these commonly misused words with this 13-slide powerpoint and printables set, and address language standards from the Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts. Common Core Stand