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This resource is perfect for a novel in verse book study for individual students, homeschool, literature circle or a class read on Katherine Applegate's Odder. Includes vocabulary, journal prompts, and essential questions (with additional Google Slides version). This book is a fantasy fiction story of an otter named Odder. This is a story of her life past and present in life and friendship. She is taken in by adults at a marine rehabilitation facility. Novel does cover subjects such as dea

This resource is perfect for a book study for individual students, homeschool, literature circle or a class read on Jasmine Warga's A Rover's Story. Includes vocabulary, journal prompts, and essential questions (with additional Google Slides version). This book is a science fiction story of a robotic Mars rover named Resilience. This is a story of his adventure to Mars and learning what it means to live. * The book must be purchased separately to be used with this resource. This product in

This resource is perfect for a ]book study for individual students, homeschool, literature circle or a class read on Katherine Applegate's Odder. Includes vocabulary, journal prompts, and essential questions (with additional Google Slides version). This book is a fantasy fiction story of a red oak tree named Red. This is a story of full of compassion, concern, wisdom, and a sense of humor. Once a year Red is a wishtree for the town. Red’s world is vibrant and harbors a secret that needs to

This ELAR test-prep packet contains 10 individual poems with 6 questions for each! They are printable and include a Google Slides link. The questions include simple element questions such as number of stanzas as well as deeper comprehension questions such as theme and author's tone. Uses: Whole group lessonsSmall group practiceIndividual practice (printed or digital)Use the poems for fluency practicePartner practice (take turns reading the poem with expression and then answer the questions toge

Enjoy these Easter-themed 20 printable task cards that build vocabulary through context clue practice. Students use the dictionary entries on the card along with the sentences to determine the best definition meaning being used. Google Slides link for task cards also included. These are not religious but instead focus on holiday celebrations including the Easter Bunny and Easter egg hunts. Engage your students in learning about using context clues in conjunction with the dictionary with these 20

*Great for Distance Learning! These task cards can be used to study Earth Day and our environment! They include mini-paragraphs that each have an academic vocabulary word that can be understood based upon the context of the sentences. Includes 20 task cards (2 formats: 1 set of 20 is multiple choice, the other set of 20 is open ended answer...both sets include the same mini-paragraphs) Some subjects in sentences cover: Earth Day history Reducing Recycling Reusing materials You can use these

These task cards can be used in the month of March and beyond! They include mini-paragraphs that each have an academic vocabulary word that can be understood based upon the context of the sentences. Included is a link for Google Slides copy that is easy to assign. The Printable file includes 2 versions of the same task cards. One copy has multiple choice options and the other version has a blank line for students to think critically to determine their own answer. Some subjects in sentences co

This resource is perfect for a novel study for individual students, home-school, literature circle, or a class read on Angela Cervantes'sThe Cursed Moon. Includes vocabulary, journal prompts, and comprehension questions (with additional Google Slides version). This book is a fantasy fiction story of a boy who has a hard home life. This is a story of his life as he writes scary stories that come true. He develops friendships and learns about family as he tries to put the pieces together to s

After starting to use flashcards for my MTA dyslexia classes, I found that some of the classes did well with digital, colored flashcards. I used common letters and keywords on the cards to help students associate the sound to a letter grapheme. Once purchased, you can easily change the images or keywords to best fit your class needs. I have also included a handwriting image in the top corner of each flashcard. I also usually create a new file for each class based on their progress through progr

This wonderful chapter book of Renee Watson, Ways to Make Sunshine, is a great realistic fiction story of a girl who tries to find the positive in all situations. Use these discussion questions to guide your lessons. This resource is printable AND includes Google slides versions. Use it three ways. Print the Discussion questions to paste into reader's response journals. Print the full-sheet discussion questions with written response sections. These also include a spot for readers to draw the

Enjoy this free Revise and Edit passage to practice writing strategies. Students will enjoy reading about the Super Bowl while practicing their grammar. File includes a Google Slide that allows students to circle their answers on the slide. It also includes a Google Slide with open-ended answers to challenge students to create an answers. This file is printable as well. Follow my store for updates and new products! __________________________________________________________________ ********

Grab these 2 sets of Task cards to teach and assess vocabulary in 2 ways! Check vocabulary with context clues based on the paragraph in one set and using a dictionary entry in the other. Make sure your students have mastered their testing skills! Also included is the easy-to-use self-checking Text Structure google slide file. Simply assign the slides and tell students to click present. They will go through the slides learning if their choices are correct or incorrect. _______________________

This resource is perfect for a book study for individual students, homeschool, literature circle or a class read on Kate DiCamillo's The Hotel Balzaar. Includes vocabulary, journal prompts, and essential questions (with additional Google Slides version). This book is a fiction story of Marta, a young girl living in a hotel searching for her mother. This is a story of hope and belief. Marta meets a countess who tells her stories over time that teach lessons and inspire hope. It is an easy-to

This resource is perfect for a book study for individual students, homeschool, literature circle or a class read on Andrea Beatriz Arang'os Something Like Home. Includes vocabulary, journal prompts, and essential questions (with additional Google Slides version). This book is a realistic fiction story of a girl named Laura. This is a story of her life after she is taken by social services away from her parents because of drugs to live with her aunt. Novel does cover subjects such as CPS, dr

This resource is perfect for a book study for individual students, literature circle or a class read on Varsha Bajaj's Thirst. It contains whole book activities and vocabulary quizzes. *Includes chapter vocabulary, mentor sentences, and discussion questions (with additional Google Slides version) *2023 Texas Bluebonnet NomineeThis book is a realistic fiction story of a girl from Mumbai whose community is lacking clean water. She goes on a mission to have clean water available for everyone.

These task cards can be used in the month of February and beyond! They include mini-paragraphs that each have an academic vocabulary word that can be understood based upon the context of the sentences. Some subjects in sentences cover Valentine's Day cards, President's Day, and Groundhog's Day. You can use these on a white board for class wide lessons and reviews. You can also print them in order to practice and assess. Tape them around your room for an active, moving activity! Included in

This resource is perfect for a book study for individual students or a class read with The Best of Iggy. It contains whole book activities including a quiz. Also includes individual chapter vocabulary and discussion questions. This book covers many common, everyday struggles in a funny way with great illustrations. Bundle includes: 48-page Novel Study which has chapter summaries, key vocabulary, and 4-6 close reading questions34-page Discussion questions to steer class conversations, journa

This resource is perfect for a book study for individual students, literature circle or a class read on Janae Marks' From the Desk of Zoe Washington. It contains whole book activities and vocabulary quizzes. *Includes chapter vocabulary and discussion questions (with additional Google Slides version)This book is a perfect realistic fiction story of a 12 year old girl who learns her father is in prison for a crime he may not have committed. She learns the importance of social justice and find

This resource is perfect for a book study for individual students, literature circle or a class read on Kevin Henkes's Billy Miller Makes a Wish. It contains whole book activities and vocabulary quizzes. *Includes chapter vocabulary and discussion questions (with additional Google Slides version) *2022 Texas Bluebonnet NomineeThis book is a realistic fiction story of a 3rd grader who makes a wish on his birthday and has excitement happen. This resource could be easily used by the teacher a

This is a perfect assignment to assign students during Snow Days, Summer, Spring Break, or other school breaks. This keeps students accountable for their reading. They get to choose their own book and read in different situations. Perfect for distance learning. In order to keep them accountable, they can send pictures of them doing their reading in their selected choice. When they finish, they can use the stars to drag them to their completed box. Print it OR assign it as an assignment. Moni