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(this unit is part of the Interactive Essentials BUNDLE). These reading response activities are based in Vygotsky’s theory of learning. The student will be able to expand their learning by talking about their ideas, predictions, word survey, comparisons, questions, problems & solutions with a teacher. (the most knowledgeable other - MKO) The activities are set up so the 1:1 MKO conference takes place at the halfway point of the book to facilitate a thoughtful discussion about the book. *G

Practice makes perfect! Help your students make a secure letter:sound connection with daily practice! Two ways to work! 1) A perfect whole class activity - the daily digital drill. 2) D ifferentiated small group and center work opportunities - tiered center cards (letters, basic and advanced word cards) and student direction and recording sheet.

What do a "tangerine, keys, a lightswitch, and a tool" have in common? Challenge young learners to sort this set of 60 real-picture cards into categories by function or attribute. Need extra support? Differentiate instruction easily with the target-word work-mats. Download includes: -Executive function information. -Attribute definition poster. -Function definition poster. -How-to-play example visual. -Attribute and function example cards. -60 real-picture sorting cards. -15 attribute/fu

Keep your students focused on how to complete a reader response with these printable anchor charts. Use them all to create a bulletin board, Use one to choose one skill to target, Change seasonally to keep your literacy center fresh and inviting! These printable charts cover the major points of a reader response. This pack also includes black and white notes to send home and tape into response journals.

The development of literacy sub-skills directly affect a student’s reading ability. This program is intended to be used daily by students in groups and independently. *Recommended book for St. Patrick's Day Theme – “Jaime O'Rourke and the Big Potato” by Tomie DePaola Did you know that research shows traditional phonics programs over-target short vowel sounds and don’t do enough to teach the variety of sounds that an early reader will encounter. Interactive Essentials is built on supporting le

What kind of valentine would a teacher give out? A card that works on academic skills! Just print and cut and your valentines cards on done! *Math Skill Cards -Learners must first solve to find their “fortune” or nickname. -Three kinds of “sequence solver” valentines. -Three types of “solve for the missing number” valentines. -Four types of “use a number line to solve” valentines. Four types of space theme – “Carry a 10?” valentines. Four types of two & three-digit math bear/frog valentines.

Easily turn reading comprehension into flexible thinking! Learn about the importance of executive function here: http://developingchild.harvard.edu/key_concepts/executive_function/ This download has everything you need to set up an entire year of reading responses - and it's FUN & EASY! (no-prep) First, use the vivid posters to create interest and decorate your reading wall or center. These visual support posters create a 'map" of each step! Second, the novel interactive game will give stu

This quality bundle has it all! Well-rounded and based on current research. These are the posters you want your students to use. Buy once and have forever! The literacy posters included: -Reading 101 - Brain Science for kids (How you learn to read) (student notes included) -Blue Cat Reading Targets (from the alphabet to comprehension) -Reader Response Posters (prompts to keep your students on targets) (student notes included) -Before, During, and After Reading Questions -All kinds of writing

Finish the year with a fun keepsake activity book (memory book). Simply print and staple! Your class will start recording memories that will last a lifetime. Five activity pages and one interactive "summer theme" game (plays like the popular game "Hedbanz".

This outline is targeted to kids who enjoy playing video games. The picture prompts help the writer "SEE" how a paragraph is organized. example topic sentences: Video games are beneficial (educational) for kids. The new video game ______________ is out and I need it today! EARLY CHILDHOOD INFO: Young children need to explore, but they also need to learn about boundaries and how to follow directions. A balance of free play and structured play is critical in developing the kinds of skills that

Writing directly impacts reading. Use these colorful classroom posters to support inventive spelling in your learners. If you like this product and download it, please leave a rating and comment. Thank you. Happy writing!

Use these clear and neat reading logs to inspire your students to track what they read. The seven custom made logs will appeal to a wide variety of kids! Tracking is the first step in research and data collection. Start from an early age!

This cleanly designed running record data sheet and cute mini poster will keep students on track and working toward more complex texts. With compliments from Start Here! Clipart by Digital Paper Store.

Before, During, & Reading Posters (NO PREP)

Use circle journals to prompt student writing! These journal prompts are hands-on and fun to use. **************************************************************************** Download Includes: -Circle Journal How To, Visual Material Listing, and Four Full Color Examples -63 Printable Black & White Circle Journals ***************************************************************************** See preview for full listing of Circle Journal Topics

Be PROACTIVE! Make sure your students engage in quality writing when they write in their Independent Reading Notebook. Simply tape into the cover of your I.R.N. and ALWAYS have something to write about!

Printable homework passes for birthday treats.