Use Koala Lou by Mem Fox to strengthen your student’s comprehension skills, build their vocabulary, and help them understand how words work. The resources included in this bundle have been designed with Balanced Literacy in mind. The resources are flexible and can be used for whole group, small group, and independent instruction. So whether you need resources for your literacy centers or guided reading groups, you’ll find what you need inside this bundle. HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL GET: Comprehension Strategy Resources There are five comprehension strategy mini lessons and resource sets included in this bundle. Each set includes a mini lesson with text-specific questions, guided practice worksheets, strategy graphic organizers, and a text-specific reader’s notebook prompt with optional “I Can” statements.   You will get resource sets to teach the following comprehension strategies: Determining Importance Identifying the Author’s Purpose Making Inferences Synthesizing Understanding Text Structure   Vocabulary Development Resources The vocabulary resources included in this bundle focus on words that are important for readers to know and understand in order to comprehend Koala Lou. The vocabulary resources include the following: Vocabulary Word List Flash Cards (match words to pictures and match words to definitions) Interactive Vocabulary Notebook Cards Vocabulary Word Games Printable Personal Vocabulary Word Bookmark   Word Study Resources I’ve also included a word study lesson plan and set of activities, because, much like vocabulary, I find that word study works best within context. As a result, I have identified word patterns within trade books and have developed lesson plans and resources based on the word study that can be done with specific books. The lesson plan and set of resources for Koala Lou is focused on digraphs and includes the following: Lesson Plan Interactive Activity Practice Page Independent Word Work   This set of resources also includes the following: Running Record Assessment Common Core Aligned Comprehension Assessment Extension Activity Answer Keys Common Core State Standard Alignment TEKS Alignment Spanish versions of the comprehension strategy practice pages, reader’s notebook prompts (complete with Spanish “I Can” statements), and extension activities for use with Koala Lou   You will also get a Suprise Sample Resource to pair with another book! I hope that you will enjoy using the BookPagez resources for Koala Lou by Mem Fox. Please note that a copy of the book is not included in this resource set.   Have questions about the resource? Please get in touch with any questions you might have via the contact form on the BookPagez website. Format Included: PDF

Use The Watermelon Seed by Greg Pizzoli to strengthen your student’s comprehension skills, build their vocabulary, and help them understand how words work. The resources included in this bundle have been designed with Balanced Literacy in mind. The resources are flexible and can be used for whole group, small group, and independent instruction. So whether you need resources for your literacy centers or guided reading groups, you’ll find what you need inside this bundle. HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL GET: Comprehension Strategy Resources There are five comprehension strategy mini lessons and resource sets included in this bundle. Each set includes a mini lesson with text-specific questions, guided practice worksheets, strategy graphic organizers, and a text-specific reader’s notebook prompt with optional “I Can” statements.   You will get resource sets to teach the following comprehension strategies: Asking Questions Making Connections Making Predictions Retelling & Summarizing Visualizing   Vocabulary Development Resources The vocabulary resources included in this bundle focus on words that are important for readers to know and understand in order to comprehend The Watermelon Seed. The vocabulary resources include the following: Vocabulary Word List Flash Cards (match words to pictures and match words to definitions) Interactive Vocabulary Notebook Cards Vocabulary Word Games Printable Personal Vocabulary Word Bookmark   Word Study Resources I’ve also included a word study lesson plan and set of activities, because, much like vocabulary, I find that word study works best within context. As a result, I have identified word patterns within trade books and have developed lesson plans and resources based on the word study that can be done with specific books. The lesson plan and set of resources for The Watermelon Seed is focused on short u and short i sounds and includes the following: Lesson Plan Interactive Activity Practice Page Independent Word Work   This set of resources also includes the following: Running Record Assessment Common Core Aligned Comprehension Assessment Extension Activity Answer Keys Common Core State Standard Alignment TEKS Alignment Spanish versions of the comprehension strategy practice pages, reader’s notebook prompts (complete with Spanish “I Can” statements), and extension activities for use with The Watermelon Seed   You will also get a Suprise Sample Resource to pair with another book! I hope that you will enjoy using the BookPagez resources for The Watermelon Seed by Greg Pizzoli. Please note that a copy of the book is not included in this resource set.   Have questions about the resource? Please get in touch with any questions you might have via the contact form on the BookPagez website. Format Included: PDF

Use Tigers by Laura Marsh to strengthen your student’s comprehension skills, build their vocabulary, and help them understand how words work. The resources included in this bundle have been designed with Balanced Literacy in mind. The resources are flexible and can be used for whole group, small group, and independent instruction. So whether you need resources for your literacy centers or guided reading groups, you’ll find what you need inside this bundle. HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL GET: Comprehension Strategy Resources There are five comprehension strategy mini lessons and resource sets included in this bundle. Each set includes a mini lesson with text-specific questions, guided practice worksheets, strategy graphic organizers, and a text-specific reader’s notebook prompt with optional “I Can” statements.   You will get resource sets to teach the following comprehension strategies: Asking Questions Making Connections Retelling and Summarizing Understanding Text Structure Visualizing   Vocabulary Development Resources The vocabulary resources included in this bundle focus on words that are important for readers to know and understand in order to comprehend Tigers. The vocabulary resources include the following: Vocabulary Word List Flash Cards (match words to pictures and match words to definitions) Interactive Vocabulary Notebook Cards Vocabulary Word Games Printable Personal Vocabulary Word Bookmark   Word Study Resources I’ve also included a word study lesson plan and set of activities, because, much like vocabulary, I find that word study works best within context. As a result, I have identified word patterns within trade books and have developed lesson plans and resources based on the word study that can be done with specific books. The lesson plan and set of resources for Tigers is focused on r-controlled syllables and includes the following: Lesson Plan Interactive Activity Practice Page Independent Word Work   This set of resources also includes the following: Running Record Assessment Common Core Aligned Comprehension Assessment Extension Activity Answer Keys Common Core State Standard Alignment TEKS Alignment   You will also get a Suprise Sample Resource to pair with another book! I hope that you will enjoy using the BookPagez resources for Tigers by Laura Marsh. Please note that a copy of the book is not included in this resource set.   Have questions about the resource? Please get in touch with any questions you might have via the contact form on the BookPagez website. Format Included: PDF

This set of lesson plans, resources, and activities is for use with Penguins by Anne Schreiber. It can be used for whole group, small group, and independent instruction – which makes these resources a smart choice for literacy centers or Reader’s Workshop. Here’s What You’ll Get and Why: My goal was to make it easy to teach readers how to think about Penguins using a variety of comprehension strategies. That’s why I’ve included page by page lesson plans, guided practice worksheets, and text specific reader’s notebook prompts for the following strategies: Retelling and Summarizing Making Connections Visualizing Determining Importance Asking Questions I also created an Extension Activity for early finishers. Next, I find that vocabulary instruction works best when it’s done within the context of books that students are already reading. That’s why I’ve included the following vocabulary resources: Vocabulary Word List Flash Cards (match words to pictures and match words to definitions) Interactive Vocabulary Notebook Cards Vocabulary Word Games Printable Personal Vocabulary Word Bookmark I’ve also included a word study lesson plan and set of activities, because, much like vocabulary, I find that word study works best within context. As a result, I have identified word patterns within trade books and have developed lesson plans and resources based on the word study that can be done with specific books. The lesson plan and set of resources for Penguins focuses on Suffix -er and -est and includes the following: Lesson Plan Interactive Activity Practice Page Independent Word Work This set of resources also includes the following: Running Record Assessment Common Core Aligned Comprehension Assessment Answer Keys Common Core State Standard Alignment Spanish translation of the comprehension strategy practice pages, reader’s notebook prompts (complete with Spanish Common Core “I Can” statements), and extension activities for use with Penguins Bonus: Surprise Sample I hope that you will enjoy using my resources along with your copy or copies of Penguins by Anne Schreiber. If you have any questions about the resources included in this set please email me at AmyMackenzie@BookPagez.com. It will be my pleasure to reply and help you in any way I can.

This set of lesson plans, resources, and activities is for use with Fireboat by Maira Kalman. It can be used for whole group, small group, and independent instruction – which makes these resources a smart choice for literacy centers or Reader’s Workshop. Here’s What You’ll Get and Why: My goal was to make it easy to teach readers how to think about Fireboat using a variety of comprehension strategies. That’s why I’ve included page by page lesson plans, guided practice worksheets, and text specific reader’s notebook prompts for the following strategies: Making Connections Making Inferences Visualizing Determining Importance Understanding Text Structure I also created an Extension Activity for early finishers. Next, I find that vocabulary instruction works best when it’s done within the context of books that students are already reading. That’s why I’ve included the following vocabulary resources: Vocabulary Word List Flash Cards (match words to pictures and match words to definitions) Interactive Vocabulary Notebook Cards Vocabulary Word Games Printable Personal Vocabulary Word Bookmark I’ve also included a word study lesson plan and set of activities, because, much like vocabulary, I find that word study works best within context. As a result, I have identified word patterns within trade books and have developed lesson plans and resources based on the word study that can be done with specific books. The lesson plan and set of resources for Fireboat focuses on CVCe (Silent e) and includes the following: Lesson Plan Interactive Activity Practice Page Independent Word Work This set of resources also includes the following: Running Record Assessment Answer Keys Common Core State Standard Alignment Spanish translation of the comprehension strategy practice pages, reader’s notebook prompts (complete with Spanish Common Core “I Can” statements), and extension activities for use with Fireboat BONUS: Surprise Sample Resource I hope that you will enjoy using my resources along with your copy or copies of Fireboat by Maira Kalman. If you have any questions about the resources included in this set please email me at AmyMackenzie@BookPagez.com. It will be my pleasure to reply and help you in any way I can.

Use Weird Sea Creatures by Laura Marsh to strengthen your student’s comprehension skills, build their vocabulary, and help them understand how words work. The resources included in this bundle have been designed with Balanced Literacy in mind. The resources are flexible and can be used for whole group, small group, and independent instruction. So whether you need resources for your literacy centers or guided reading groups, you’ll find what you need inside this bundle. HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL GET: Comprehension Strategy Resources There are five comprehension strategy mini lessons and resource sets included in this bundle. Each set includes a mini lesson with text-specific questions, guided practice worksheets, strategy graphic organizers, and a text-specific reader’s notebook prompt with optional “I Can” statements.   You will get resource sets to teach the following comprehension strategies: Asking Questions Identifying the Author’s Purpose Making Predictions Retelling & Summarizing Visualizing   Vocabulary Development Resources The vocabulary resources included in this bundle focus on words that are important for readers to know and understand in order to comprehend Weird Sea Creatures. The vocabulary resources include the following: Vocabulary Word List Flash Cards (match words to pictures and match words to definitions) Interactive Vocabulary Notebook Cards Vocabulary Word Games Printable Personal Vocabulary Word Bookmark   Word Study Resources I’ve also included a word study lesson plan and set of activities, because, much like vocabulary, I find that word study works best within context. As a result, I have identified word patterns within trade books and have developed lesson plans and resources based on the word study that can be done with specific books. The lesson plan and set of resources for Weird Sea Creatures is focused on Consonant Digraphs and includes the following: Lesson Plan Interactive Activity Practice Page Independent Word Work   This set of resources also includes the following: Running Record Assessment Common Core Aligned Comprehension Assessment Extension Activity Answer Keys Common Core State Standard Alignment TEKS Alignment Spanish versions of the comprehension strategy practice pages, reader’s notebook prompts (complete with Spanish “I Can” statements), and extension activities for use with Weird Sea Creatures   You will also get a Suprise Sample Resource to pair with another book! I hope that you will enjoy using the BookPagez resources for Weird Sea Creatures by Laura Marsh. Please note that a copy of the book is not included in this resource set.   Have questions about the resource? Please get in touch with any questions you might have via the contact form on the BookPagez website. Format Included: PDF

Use “The Leaf Thief” by Alice Hemming to strengthen your student’s comprehension skills, build their vocabulary, and help them understand how words work. These resources have been carefully designed to include all the components necessary for effective instruction. They are super flexible and can be used for whole group instruction, as a supplement to your read aloud, for small group work, and centers.   WHAT’S INCLUDED: Comprehension Strategy Resources You will get comprehension strategy resources to help you teach the following strategies: Determining Importance Making Connections Making Inferences Making Predictions Retelling & Summarizing   Each set includes background knowledge questions, key vocabulary with definitions, and strategy-focused questions, essential for developing strong literacy skills. You will get: A four-step lesson plan with strategy-aligned questions Guided practice worksheets Strategy graphic organizers Reader’s notebook prompt with “I Can” statements (with Common Core Alignment)   Vocabulary Development Resources The vocabulary resources included in this bundle focus on words that are important for readers to know and understand in order to comprehend “The Leaf Thief”. The vocabulary resources include the following: Vocabulary Word List Flash Cards (match words to pictures and match words to definitions) Interactive Vocabulary Notebook Cards Vocabulary Word Games Printable Personal Vocabulary Word Bookmark   Word Study Resources I’ve included a word study lesson plan and activities because, like vocabulary, word study works best in context. I’ve identified word patterns in trade books and developed lesson plans and resources for word study with specific books. The lesson plan and set of resources for “The Leaf Thief” is focused on digraph -th and includes the following: Lesson Plan Interactive Activity Practice Page Independent Word Work   This set of resources also includes the following: Running Record Assessment Common Core Aligned Comprehension Assessment Writing Worksheet Cause and Effect Matching Worksheet Cause and Effect Sentence Stems Worksheet Spanish versions of the comprehension strategy practice pages, reader’s notebook prompts (complete with Spanish “I Can” statements), and extension activities for use with “The Leaf Thief”   You will also get a Suprise Sample Resource to pair with another book!   I hope that you will enjoy using the BookPagez resources for “The Leaf Thief” by Alice Hemming. Please note that a copy of the book is not included in this resource set.   Have questions about the resource? Please get in touch with any questions you might have via the contact form on the BookPagez website. View the FULL PREVIEW here.

Use “After the Fall” by Dan Santat to strengthen your student’s comprehension skills, build their vocabulary, and help them understand how words work. These resources have been carefully designed to include all the components necessary for effective instruction. They are super flexible and can be used for whole group instruction, as a supplement to your read aloud, for small group work, and centers. WHAT’S INCLUDED: Comprehension Strategy Resources You will get comprehension strategy resources to help you teach the following strategies: Determining Importance Making Connections Making Inferences Synthesizing Understanding Text Structure   Each set includes background knowledge questions, key vocabulary with definitions, and strategy-focused questions, essential for developing strong literacy skills. You will get: A four-step lesson plan with strategy-aligned questions Guided practice worksheets Strategy graphic organizers Reader’s notebook prompt with “I Can” statements (with Common Core Alignment)   Vocabulary Development Resources The vocabulary resources included in this bundle focus on words that are important for readers to know and understand in order to comprehend “After the Fall”. The vocabulary resources include the following: Vocabulary Word List Flash Cards (match words to pictures and match words to definitions) Interactive Vocabulary Notebook Cards Vocabulary Word Games Printable Personal Vocabulary Word Bookmark   Word Study Resources I’ve included a word study lesson plan and activities because, like vocabulary, word study works best in context. I’ve identified word patterns in trade books and developed lesson plans and resources for word study with specific books. The lesson plan and set of resources for “After the Fall” is focused on Syllables and includes the following: Lesson Plan Interactive Activity Practice Page Independent Word Work   This set of resources also includes the following: Running Record Assessment Common Core Aligned Comprehension Assessment Extension Activity Answer Keys CCSS & TEKS Alignment Spanish versions of the comprehension strategy practice pages, reader’s notebook prompts (complete with Spanish “I Can” statements), and extension activities for use with “After the Fall”   You will also get a Suprise Sample Resource to pair with another book!   I hope that you will enjoy using the BookPagez resources for “After the Fall” by Dan Santat. Please note that a copy of the book is not included in this resource set.   Have questions about the resource? Please get in touch with any questions you might have via the contact form on the BookPagez website. View the FULL PREVIEW here.

Use “Waiting” by Kevin Henkes to strengthen your student’s comprehension skills, build their vocabulary, and help them understand how words work. These resources have been carefully designed to include all the components necessary for effective instruction. They are super flexible and can be used for whole group instruction, as a supplement to your read aloud, for small group work, and centers.   WHAT’S INCLUDED: Comprehension Strategy Resources You will get comprehension strategy resources to help you teach the following strategies: Asking Questions Identifying the Author’s Purpose Making Connections Making Inferences Synthesizing   Each set includes background knowledge questions, key vocabulary with definitions, and strategy-focused questions, essential for developing strong literacy skills. You will get: A four-step lesson plan with strategy-aligned questions Guided practice worksheets Strategy graphic organizers Reader’s notebook prompt with “I Can” statements (with Common Core Alignment)   Vocabulary Development Resources The vocabulary resources included in this bundle focus on words that are important for readers to know and understand in order to comprehend “Waiting”. The vocabulary resources include the following: Vocabulary Word List Flash Cards (match words to pictures and match words to definitions) Interactive Vocabulary Notebook Cards Vocabulary Word Games Printable Personal Vocabulary Word Bookmark   Word Study Resources I’ve included a word study lesson plan and activities because, like vocabulary, word study works best in context. I’ve identified word patterns in trade books and developed lesson plans and resources for word study with specific books. The lesson plan and set of resources for “Waiting” is focused on suffixes (-ing and -ed) and includes the following: Lesson Plan Interactive Activity Practice Page Independent Word Work   This set of resources also includes the following: Running Record Assessment Common Core Aligned Comprehension Assessment Extension Activity Answer Keys CCSS and TEKS alignments Spanish versions of the comprehension strategy practice pages, reader’s notebook prompts (complete with Spanish “I Can” statements), and extension activities for use with “Waiting”   You will also get a Suprise Sample Resource to pair with another book!   I hope that you will enjoy using the BookPagez resources for “Waiting” by Kevin Henkes. Please note that a copy of the book is not included in this resource set.   Have questions about the resource? Please get in touch with any questions you might have via the contact form on the BookPagez website. View the FULL PREVIEW here.

Use “Watercress” by Andrea Wang to strengthen your student’s comprehension skills, build their vocabulary, and help them understand how words work. These resources have been carefully designed to include all the components necessary for effective instruction. They are super flexible and can be used for whole group instruction, as a supplement to your read aloud, for small group work, and centers.   WHAT’S INCLUDED: Comprehension Strategy Resources You will get comprehension strategy resources to help you teach the following strategies: Identifying the Author’s Purpose Making Connections Making Inferences Synthesizing Understanding Text Structure   Each set includes background knowledge questions, key vocabulary with definitions, and strategy-focused questions, essential for developing strong literacy skills. You will get: A four-step lesson plan with strategy-aligned questions Guided practice worksheets Strategy graphic organizers Reader’s notebook prompt with “I Can” statements (with Common Core Alignment)   Vocabulary Development Resources The vocabulary resources included in this bundle focus on words that are important for readers to know and understand in order to comprehend “Watercres”. The vocabulary resources include the following: Vocabulary Word List Flash Cards (match words to pictures and match words to definitions) Interactive Vocabulary Notebook Cards Vocabulary Word Games Printable Personal Vocabulary Word Bookmark   Word Study Resources I’ve included a word study lesson plan and activities because, like vocabulary, word study works best in context. I’ve identified word patterns in trade books and developed lesson plans and resources for word study with specific books. The lesson plan and set of resources for “Watercress” is focused on r-controlled vowels and includes the following: Lesson Plan Interactive Activity Practice Page Independent Word Work   This set of resources also includes the following: Running Record Assessment Common Core Aligned Comprehension Assessment Extension Activity Answer Keys CCSS & TEKS Alignment Spanish versions of the comprehension strategy practice pages, reader’s notebook prompts (complete with Spanish “I Can” statements), and extension activities for use with “Watercress”   You will also get a Suprise Sample Resource to pair with another book! I hope that you will enjoy using the BookPagez resources for “Watercress” by Andrea Wang. Please note that a copy of the book is not included in this resource set.   Have questions about the resource? Please get in touch with any questions you might have via the contact form on the BookPagez website. View the FULL PREVIEW here.

Use “Martin Luther King Jr” by Kitson Jazynka to strengthen your student’s comprehension skills, build their vocabulary, and help them understand how words work. These resources have been carefully designed to include all the components necessary for effective instruction. They are super flexible and can be used for whole group instruction, as a supplement to your read aloud, for small group work, and centers.   WHAT’S INCLUDED: Comprehension Strategy Resources You will get comprehension strategy resources to help you teach the following strategies: Determining Importance Identifying the Author’s Purpose Making Connections Retelling & Summarizing Understanding Text Structure   Each set includes background knowledge questions, key vocabulary with definitions, and strategy-focused questions, essential for developing strong literacy skills. You will get: A four-step lesson plan with strategy-aligned questions Guided practice worksheets Strategy graphic organizers Reader’s notebook prompt with “I Can” statements (with Common Core Alignment)   Vocabulary Development Resources The vocabulary resources included in this bundle focus on words that are important for readers to know and understand in order to comprehend “Martin Luther King Jr”. The vocabulary resources include the following: Vocabulary Word List Flash Cards (match words to pictures and match words to definitions) Interactive Vocabulary Notebook Cards Vocabulary Word Games Printable Personal Vocabulary Word Bookmark   Word Study Resources I’ve included a word study lesson plan and activities because, like vocabulary, word study works best in context. I’ve identified word patterns in trade books and developed lesson plans and resources for word study with specific books. The lesson plan and set of resources for “Martin Luther King Jr” is focused on proper nouns and includes the following: Lesson Plan Interactive Activity Practice Page Independent Word Work   This set of resources also includes the following: Running Record Assessment Common Core Aligned Comprehension Assessment Extension Activity Answer Keys CCSS & TEKS Alignment Spanish versions of the comprehension strategy practice pages, reader’s notebook prompts (complete with Spanish “I Can” statements), and extension activities for use with “Martin Luther King Jr”   You will also get a Suprise Sample Resource to pair with another book! I hope that you will enjoy using the BookPagez resources for “Martin Luther King Jr”. Please note that a copy of the book is not included in this resource set.   Have questions about the resource? Please get in touch with any questions you might have via the contact form on the BookPagez website. View the FULL PREVIEW here.

This set of lesson plans, resources, and activities is for use with Peppe the Lamplighter by Elisa Bartone. It can be used for whole group, small group, and independent instruction – which makes these resources a smart choice for literacy centers or Reader’s Workshop. Here’s What You’ll Get and Why: My goal was to make it easy to teach readers how to think about Peppe the Lamplighter using a variety of comprehension strategies. That’s why I’ve included page by page lesson plans, guided practice worksheets, and text specific reader’s notebook prompts for the following strategies: Retelling and Summarizing Making Connections Making Inferences Identifying the Author’s Purpose Visualizing Synthesizing I also created an Extension Activity for early finishers. Next, I find that vocabulary instruction works best when it’s done within the context of books that students are already reading. That’s why I’ve included the following vocabulary resources: Vocabulary Word List Flash Cards (match words to pictures and match words to definitions) Interactive Vocabulary Notebook Cards Vocabulary Word Games Printable Personal Vocabulary Word Bookmark I’ve also included a word study lesson plan and set of activities, because, much like vocabulary, I find that word study works best within context. As a result, I have identified word patterns within trade books and have developed lesson plans and resources based on the word study that can be done with specific books. The lesson plan and set of resources for Peppe the Lamplighter focuses on Actions and Helping Verbs and includes the following: Lesson Plan Interactive Activity Practice Page Independent Word Work This set of resources also includes the following: Running Record Assessment Common Core Aligned Comprehension Assessment Answer Keys Common Core State Standard Alignment Spanish translation of the comprehension strategy practice pages, reader’s notebook prompts (complete with Spanish Common Core “I Can” statements), and extension activities for use with Peppe the Lamplighter BONUS: Surprise Sample Resource I hope that you will enjoy using my resources along with your copy or copies of Peppe the Lamplighter by Elisa Bartone. If you have any questions about the resources included in this set please email me at AmyMackenzie@BookPagez.com. It will be my pleasure to reply and help you in any way I can. Thanks for taking the time to check out my products. And don’t forget to follow me for updates and to find out when new products are added to my store, here at TES! Take Care, Amy