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Are your students struggling with correctly finding topic, main idea, and key details? This test prep reading strategy resource walks students through a scaffolded approach for identifying main ideas and key details. Then, students apply the strategy using short non - fiction reading passages. It is a great tool to help with reading comprehension and standardized test preparation. Once students know the basic procedure, add short reading comprehension passages to various class assignments on a w

Sentence diagramming is a great way to visualize sentence structure and show students how words connect. If students are new to diagramming sentences, this grammar resource will help your class understand the basic components of a sentence diagram. Students begin with very basic simple sentences. Using the different sentence diagram worksheets and sample notes, students transition from completing pre-drawn diagrams to creating diagrams independently. The Google Slides file includes many of the

Use these grammar practice worksheets the last weeks of school or prior to benchmark testing as a review of all of the grammar and mechanics covered throughout the year. After teaching and practicing the basic parts of speech, students must assimilate all of the information to correctly complete the review pages. Each worksheet has 10 - 15 sentences with one underlined word. The students identify how the underlined word is used in the sentence (subject, verb, adjective, preposition, etc.). The a

My students struggle with the verbal reasoning sections of standardized tests. These are the parts of the test that include analogies, categorizing groups of words, and sorting information. This resource provides practice worksheets that give a preview to this style of questions that often appear on standardized tests. Test taking tips for choosing the best answer for these questions are sprinkled throughout the materials. Product Includes: CCSS (4th grade) Analogy Notes for students 2 Analogy

This reading guide for The Egypt Game by Zilpha Keatley Snyder is a low prep novel study. The complete novel unit can be used for reading groups, book clubs, or with a whole group and includes chapter vocabulary, chapter questions, and many fun reading comprehension activities. If you happen to be studying Ancient Egypt at the same time you read The Egypt Game, even better! The resource guide includes a variety of activities that incorporate many critical thinking and language skills. For exampl

The weekly spelling practice sheets and word work activity packet provides a list of words that teach the doubling spelling rule. The 14-word list, worksheets, and test reinforce the double the final consonant rule in the English language. I use the resource with 4th grade, but it is a great way to differentiate with 3rd grade or 5th grade too! In order to use the 1-1-1 doubling rule, students must activate their knowledge of syllables, suffixes, short and long vowel sounds, and the difference b

Choosing between subject pronouns and object pronouns is a tricky grammar concept for students! Start with easy to read notes and examples. Next, practice subject pronouns in isolation then practice object pronouns in isolation. Finally, print grammar worksheets for mixed practice with personal pronouns. Once both types of pronouns have been introduced, students apply their grammar knowledge to choose the correct type of pronoun in sentences. Students must activate their grammar knowledge of su

This literature guide for The Birchbark House by Louise Erdrich is a low prep historical fiction novel study. In addition to chapter vocabulary, reading comprehension questions, character charts, and a plot diagram, students can complete a mix of reading and writing activities to enhance their understanding of the book and expand their knowledge of the setting and time period. The Birchbark House provides a look into the life of the Ojibwa Indians at the time that French settlers and fur trader

Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH by Robert C. O'Brien is a standards based low prep novel study. Along with reading comprehension and writing activities, the literature guide promotes interesting discussion topics about society and what makes a person (animal) civilized. This is a zipped file with two secure PDF files. The download includes a student PDF with all activity pages that teachers can print as a novel study packet for independent work, reading groups, or book clubs. The second PDF has

This In the Year of the Boar and Jackie Robinson by Betty Bao Lord novel study is a complete low prep resource. Students practice multiple reading skills with a focus on similes and summarizing in this literature guide. After reading each chapter, students identify similes and write a “gist” statement (1-2 sentence summary of each chapter). In addition, the Year of the Boar unit includes a wide variety of activities from which to choose including non-fiction reading selections, creative writing

This spelling words bundle provides 7 spelling lists and practice worksheets with matching tests that teach common spelling rules. Often, the spelling words are not that difficult, but the word lists reinforce the most common rules or patterns in the English language. I use the resource with 4th grade, but it is a great way to differentiate with 3rd grade or 5th grade too! Students work with suffixes and adding them correctly for most of the word lists. The goal is for students to spell unfamili

Finding direct objects in sentences can be troublesome for students! This low prep direct objects grammar resource includes worksheets, activities, and helpful tips and notes for finding and using DOs in sentences. Students will activate their prior grammar knowledge first to locate action verbs in a sentence. Once they locate the verb, they will follow the step-by-step process in the student notes handouts to correctly identify direct objects. Use the text message activity page to create sent

This Lemonade War by Jacqueline Davies novel study is a standards based low prep literature guide. Students will explore chapter vocabulary, answer comprehension questions, and analyze character conflict. Use the misunderstandings and funny situations between business partners to encourage discussions about classroom community. The book unit includes integrated math and financial literacy choices too. The humorous fiction book works well for book groups, book clubs, read aloud, or whole novel s

This word practice resource for frequently misused words contains a master list and practice worksheets for 31 most commonly misspelled or easily confused homophone groups. The master list is pulled from the top 100 misspelled words and selected based on the mistakes I see most often in my classroom. The word list makes a great supplement to the regular weekly spelling lists from your curriculum's program. The brief worksheets are the perfect length for mini lessons or daily spiral review - 10 p

The Last Cuentista by Donna Barba Higuera is a high interest low prep novel study in the popular dystopian book genre. This literature guide has it all! Chapter by chapter questions, vocabulary, character charts, ongoing graphic organizers for various literary elements, and many unique activities that help students relate to the text more effectively. The science fiction book earned the 2022 Newbery Award and tackles themes like coming of age, independence, and the value of storytelling. Supple

PLEASE READ: This bundle includes secure PDF documents of all of my grammar products (link to all of my grammar products above). If you purchased any of the listed products, this bundle includes the SAME FILES. Students review common and proper nouns to prepare them to locate the ending of prepositional phrases. Students then begin prepositions and prepositional phrases followed by verbs. Students identify action verbs in a sentence first. Once they can locate action verbs, students memorize the

This grammar resource provides guided instruction with how to teach and learn main verbs, helping verbs, and linking verbs. The notes, worksheets, and activities walk students through a clear process for distinguishing between the 3 verb types. If your students need remediation or reinforcement with verbs in general, working through the action verb notes and activities first is a great refresher before working on more difficult concepts like identifying verb phrases. After taking general notes

The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle by Avi novel unit provides many interesting layers for student discussion about life choices and freedom to express yourself. The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle is an excellent coming of age historical fiction novel study with lots of adventure. Low prep, high engagement with many reading activity options from which to choose! Product Includes: CCSS 6th grade Sample Pacing Chart to Organize and Plan Daily Activities Vocabulary Reading Comprehension

The grammar handbook with basic parts of speech notes and common grammar terms is a great resource to supplement your ELA curriculum. The easy-to-follow notes help students apply correct grammar in their writing. Students create a notecard every time a new grammar skill is introduced and add it to their flipbook. The handbook becomes a resource for all of the grammar concepts covered throughout the year. Students can refer to the handbook when completing grammar worksheets, homework, and tests

The weekly spelling practice sheets and word work activity packet provides a list of words that teach the rabbit rule for spelling. The 17-word list, practice worksheets, and test reinforce the common spelling pattern. I use the resource with 4th grade, but it is a great way to differentiate with 3rd grade or 5th grade too! In order to use the rabbit rule, students must also activate their knowledge of syllables, consonants, and short vowel sounds. Introduce the spelling list on Monday. Practice