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Looking for context clues worksheets that will engage students? Students determine the meaning of nonsense words by using the context clues in each short, fun-to-read paragraph. These sheets are no prep, saving you valuable planning and prep time! *Both PDF and Google Slides versions are available.*Here's what's included:20 practice opportunities (short paragraphs)Print version (PDF)Google Slides version Teacher's resource page with helpful tips*Be sure to look at the preview to see what's a

Do your students need practice with identifying theme? Need a resource that is going to be highly engaging for students? Then grab this resource that has students identifying and explaining theme—its no prep, CCSS aligned, and is available in print and digital formats! Students will first practice the skill by viewing 3 Pixar short videos. Then they will apply the skill to a text. This resource includes my method of teaching students how to identify theme through chunking and repetitive

Need a companion resource for the The Great Gatsby novel? Grab this one that will have students compare and contrast the book and movie versions, and then complete an argument writing assignment. My students were engaged all while practicing various analytical and writing skills—yours can be too! * Available in both print and Google Slides! Included in this resource:Print (PDF) and Google Slide Versions of all documentsCompare and contrast book vs. movie note sheetArgument writing prompt and w

Keep dismissal organized and students safe using these editable backpack tags and dismissal information sheet! The backpack tags ensure that everyone knows each student's dismissal information in a variety of circumstances, especially when you, the teacher, is absent or during an emergency. Included in this resource:3 editable dismissal tag options (bus rider, walker, car rider) with color and black & white versions (Google Slides)Editable student dismissal information sheet (Google Slides)Help

Need a companion resource for the To Kill a Mockingbird novel? Grab this resource that will have students compare and contrast the book and movie versions, and then complete an argument writing assignment. My students were engaged all while practicing various analytical and writing skills—yours can be too! :-) * Available in both print and Google Slides!Included in this resource:Print (PDF) and Google Slide Versions of all documentsCompare and contrast book vs. movie note sheetArgument writing

Engage students in 4th-6th grade with this Valentine's Day context clues activity with nonsense words! This activity is no prep and aligns with Common Core Standards. This activity can be used in multiple ways (centers, small groups, whole group, etc.) for review and test prep. of context clues. This activity includes 3 Valentine's Day themed letters that include nonsense words. Students use context clues to determine the meaning of each nonsense word and record their answers and the cl