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Old Mother West Wind – Complete Lesson PackLiterature Study & Activity GuideThis resource is best suited for grades 2–4, but can be adapted for kindergarten and first grade with adult guidance. Bring the timeless stories of Old Mother West Wind to life with this comprehensive lesson pack designed to support meaningful reading, discussion, and hands-on learning. This resource is perfect for classrooms, homeschools, and small group instruction and is thoughtfully created to save teachers time whil

Old Mother West Wind – Student Worksheets ONLYPrintable Reading CompanionBring Old Mother West Wind to life with this student worksheet pack designed to reinforce comprehension and engagement as students read each chapter. This resource includes printable worksheets only — perfect for independent work, literature centers, or light assessment during a read-aloud or novel study. PLEASE NOTE: These student worksheets are also included in the full Old Mother West Wind lesson pack. This item is meant

Discover the charm of the Bobwhite Quail! This mini unit blends reading, science, and art where students learn about quail habits, habitats, and camouflage through fun worksheets, a colorable mask, journal prompts, and creative activities. Perfect for homeschool or classroom nature studies. (Inspired by The Adventures of Bob White from Thornton W. Burgess’s children stories.) Suggested Use:Science units on animals or habitats Literacy tie-ins with Bob White or other Thornton Burgess stories Mo

Introduce students to the fascinating world of the muskrat with this engaging mini unit that blends science, reading, and creative learning. This resource helps children explore wetland habitats, animal adaptations, and muskrat behaviors while building comprehension, vocabulary, and writing skills. Perfect for classroom use, homeschool lessons, nature studies, and animal science units, this printable set provides meaningful activities that encourage curiosity about wildlife and respect for the n

Bring nature and literacy together with this engaging Eastern Cottontail Rabbit Mini Unit! This printable packet introduces students to one of North America’s most familiar animals through reading, science, and hands-on activities. Perfect for classrooms, homeschool lessons, nature studies, or animal research projects. Students will learn about rabbit habitats, diet, predators, and the differences between rabbits and hares while completing fun worksheets and creative activities. (Inspired by Th

Explore the fascinating world of the American Black Bear with this engaging mini unit designed for students in Grades 2–4. This resource introduces students to black bear habitats, diet, physical features, behavior, and life cycle through informational reading, worksheets, and creative activities. Perfect for science units, animal studies, nature lessons, homeschool learning, and wildlife exploration, this packet combines nonfiction learning with hands-on activities that help students better und

Introduce students to the American Foxhound with this engaging printable mini unit designed to support science, observation skills, and creative thinking. This resource is perfect for elementary classrooms, homeschool lessons, or animal study units and requires no prep—just print and go! (Inspired by Bowser the Hound from Thornton W. Burgess’s classic stories.) Suggested Use:Science units on animals or habitats Literacy tie-ins with Bowser the Hound or other Thornton Burgess stories Mornin

Old Mother West Wind – Discussion Questions ONLYEncourage thoughtful conversation and deeper understanding with this Discussion Questions Pack for Old Mother West Wind by Thornton W. Burgess. These questions are designed to spark meaningful discussion, support comprehension, and help students connect with the story as they read. PLEASE NOTE: These discussion questions are also included in the full Old Mother West Wind lesson pack. This item is meant to be a simplified version for parents and tea

Old Mother West Wind – Printable Coloring Page PacketKids love seeing their favorite woodland characters in familiar scenes from the book, and this packet makes the perfect companion to any Old Mother West Wind reading experience. This printable collection is great for young readers who adore the animals of the Green Forest and Smiling Pool, like Reddy Fox, Grandfather Frog, and Peter Rabbit. What’s Included:Set of 17 black-and-white coloring pages (8.5 x 11 in) with scenes from each chapter of

Curious, clever, and full of surprises! Perfect for grades 2–4, this engaging mini unit blends literature and nature study with printable fact sheets, art and journaling activities, science worksheets, a coloring mask, bookmarks, and more. A perfect way to inspire curiosity and creativity while learning about raccoons! (Inspired by the Thornton W. Burgess animal character Bobby Raccoon.) Suggested Use:Science units on animals or habitats Literacy tie-ins with Bobby Raccoon or other Thornton Bur

Bring the fascinating world of the American crow into your classroom or home with this engaging mini unit! Perfect for grades 2–4, this resource combines science, literacy, and creativity to help students learn about one of nature’s most intelligent birds. (Inspired by Blacky the Crow from Thornton W. Burgess’s classic stories.) Suggested Use:Science units on animals or habitats Literacy tie-ins with Blacky the Crow or other Thornton Burgess stories Morning work, centers, or early finisher acti

Billy Mink – Printable Coloring Page PacketStep into the lively world of the Green Forest with this Billy Mink Coloring Page Packet, a collection of 8 illustrated scenes drawn from memorable moments across the classic Billy Mink story. What’s Included:Set of black-and-white coloring pages (8.5 x 11 in) with scenes drawn from different chapters of Billy Mink: Book Cover Page: A book style illustration for The Adventures of Bob WhiteBilly Mink Becomes Suspicious: Billy watches a mysterious man a

The Adventures of Bob White – Printable Coloring Page PacketBring the charm of the Thornton W. Burgess book "The Adventures of Bob White" to life with this illustrated 8-page printable coloring set! This collection captures key moments from Bob White’s adventures through the Green Meadows and Green Forest. What’s Included:Set of black-and-white coloring pages (8.5 x 11 in) with scenes drawn from different chapters of The Adventures of Bob White: Book Cover Page: A book style illustration for Th

Make learning about animals fun with this American Mink printable activity pack! Perfect for kids in grades 2–4, this set combines worksheets, coloring pages, puzzles, and crafts into one engaging bundle. Kids will discover mink facts, explore where they live, and enjoy hands-on activities inspired by Billy Mink from Thornton W. Burgess’s beloved stories. Suggested Use:Science units on animals or habitats Literacy tie-ins with Billy Mink or other Thornton Burgess stories Morning work, centers,

Peter Rabbit Coloring Page | Woodland Animal Activity | Forest Animals Printable | Nature Study Worksheet | Homeschool ScienceBring the curious world of Peter Cottontail to life with this detailed, storybook-style coloring page designed for upper elementary learners. This printable features rich line work and natural details that encourage careful coloring, observation, and creativity. Perfect for nature studies, literature connections, or quiet independent work, this page pairs beautifully with

Lightfoot the Deer Coloring Page | White-tailed Deer Printable | Woodland Animal Activity | Forest Animals Printable | Nature Study Worksheet | Homeschool ScienceDiscover the quiet beauty of the forest with Lightfoot the Deer, inspired by the white-tailed deer, in this detailed woodland animal coloring page designed for upper elementary learners. The illustration features storybook-style line work and rich natural details that invite careful coloring, observation, and creativity. This printable

Hooty the Owl Coloring Page | Great Horned Owl | Woodland Animal Activity | Forest Animals Printable | Nature Study Worksheet | Homeschool ScienceExplore the fascinating world of Hooty the Owl, inspired by the great horned owl, with this detailed woodland animal coloring page designed for upper elementary learners. Featuring rich, storybook-style line work, this printable encourages careful coloring, observation, and creative expression. This resource pairs beautifully with nature studies, noctu

Reddy Fox Coloring Page | Woodland Animal Activity | Forest Animals Printable | Nature Study Worksheet | Homeschool ScienceBring the clever and curious Reddy Fox to life with this detailed woodland animal coloring page, inspired by Thornton W. Burgess classic nature stories and designed for upper elementary learners. This illustration features storybook-style line work and rich natural details, making it ideal for students who enjoy more thoughtful, engaging coloring activities. Perfect for natu

This pdf download contains handwriting practice worksheets for 16 of the animal characters found in the Thornton W. Burgess Books. The first two lines are tracing practice and the last two are blank for self guided practice. These worksheets contain the following characters: Blacky the CrowBobby CoonBuster BearChatterer the Red SquirrelDanny Meadow MouseGrandfather FrogJerry MuskratJimmy SkunkJohnny ChuckOld Man CoyotePaddy the BeaverPeter RabbitPrickly PorkyReddy FoxSammy JayUnc' Billy Possum

Organize your animal research with this blank template for North American animals. Includes a space for pasting or drawing a picture of the animal and habitat, noting interesting facts and diet, classification choices and location map to color. Visit me at burgessbooklessons.com for more activities!