Thanksgiving is a time of the year where we can all reflect on all the great things that we have. Have your students complete this trio to show all that they are thankful for. Print in black and white and then have students color the pictures lightly on all 3 sheets. Includes: Acrostic, Word Make and Diamante Bonus: "I am thankful for..." sheet Total Pages 4

Includes a 4 page book report. A creative way for the students to recap their knowledge and understanding of the Novel, FRINDLE by Andrew Clements. Students will be able to give you information on the settings, characters, plot and write sentences using some of the vocabulary words. They will also have the opportunity to write about one of the themes found in the novel, create a new name for an item found at home, design a new book cover and draw how they would transform their classroom. Also included: -word search (answers included) -sentence writing activity sheet -"Frindle" and "Nick Allen" acrostic templates -story character traits sheet (will assist students with acrostics) -vocabulary match sheet (answers included) -vocabulary word sort sheet A great assessment tool! Total Pages 17

A great way to get your older students to review Halloween vocabulary words! As an extension, have students write a story using 20 or more vocabulary words found in the word search using the story template. As another extension, have students place the vocabulary words in the correct parts of speech category, using the word sort sheet. Total Pages 4

So how many words can your students make with the words, Halloween, pumpkin, witch and ghost? Use these fun sheets to challenge your students! Print them in black and white and then have your students color them lightly after they complete the words. As an extension, have students write sentences with the new words they made! Total Pages 4

A great way to get yours students to write and create a poem at the same time. Have your students write about Halloween, ghosts, pumpkins and witches using these templates. Students could use one word or sentence for each letter of the word. Print in black and white and have students color picture lightly after completing the writing. Total Pages 4

Have you ever read a book or a novel with your students and then wanted to do a movie comparison? There are many books and novels that have been made into movies. For example, Holes, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, The BFG and many more. This resource will be a great way for your students to do a novel/movie comparison. Included are two versions of jot note sheets, a Venn diagram sheet and a drawing sheet for those students that have difficulty with writing a comparison. Also contains a 2 page movie review! To assist the teacher in selecting books to make movie comparisons, the package also includes 23 titles of children's books/novels that were made into movies. Book/novel grade interest levels are also included. Total Pages 10

Try out these FREE sample pages with your students! Included are sample pages from our complete booklet, My Writing Journeys-Junior Grades ( UK & Australia). Click here...My Writing Journeys-Junior Grades ( UK & Australia) Please note: We also carry a U.S. Version in our store. Click here... My Writing Journeys -U.S. These activities are suitable for students in Grades 4-6. An excellent accompaniment to the Daily 5 Program! Cross-curricular topics too! Includes a variety of "writing forms". Each two-page activity includes "word wall" words for each activity. Great for word study. Also contains graphic organizers and an art/drawing section. Some topics/activities could be linked to Health, Science and Visual Arts. Total Pages 9

Included are 2 FREE sample activities-3 pages each- from our complete Primary Grade journal book. These activities could be used by students in Grades 1-3, depending on their level and ability. Practice vocabulary words related to the topic/theme. Work on graphic organizers as a class or group. Write and then draw about the engaging topic. WRITING AND ART ALL IN ONE! Includes printing practice pages too! These activities are user friendly and they could be used in many different ways. Some teachers are using them as a daily morning warm up or part of their existing language program. DID YOU AND YOUR STUDENTS ENJOY THE ACTIVITIES?.... My Writing Journeys Primary Grades CHECK OUT OUR COMPLETE BOOKLET FOR ONLY $3.00! Click here: My Writing Journeys PRIMARY GRADES Total Pages 8

Sarah, Plain and Tall by Patricia MacLachlan, is a novel about a girl named Anna whose mother died the day after her brother, Caleb was born...and much, much more! After your students read this novel, they will have the opportunity to describe the prairie setting in the spring, describe the main characters, write about the plot and one of the main themes. They will also have the opportunity to write sentences using some of the vocabulary words found in the novel. Last, but not least, they will write a letter to Anna or Caleb. Use these culminating activities as a quick assessment tool as well. Total Pages 5

Sarah, Plain and Tall by Patricia MacLachlan, is a novel about a girl named Anna whose mother died the day after her brother, Caleb was born...and much, much more! Use these vocabulary activities, before, during or after reading the novel. Included: -acrostic template with novel title, that could be used as a character sketch for Sarah or to summarize the novel -character traits sheet (could be used to fill in acrostic template) -word search with 35 vocabulary words (plus answer sheet) -word match with 18 vocabulary words (plus answer sheet) -crossword puzzle with 15 vocabulary words (plus answer sheet) -vocabulary sheet that could be used to assist ESL or Special Ed. students with the crossword puzzle Total Pages 10

The Tale of Despereaux, the Newbery Medal-winning fairy tale by Kate DiCamillo, is a story about the adventures of a mouse named Despereaux Tilling. He sets out on his quest to rescue a beautiful human princess. Included are 3 word searches that contain 40 vocabulary words each (answer sheets included). Vocabulary from Chapters 1-15, 16-33 and 34-52. Also included is a word sort sheet that is used to sort the vocabulary from the word searches into the proper parts of speech sections. A sentence sheet is also included in order for students to write sentences using some of the word search vocabulary. Total Pages 10

The Tale of Despereaux, the Newbery Medal-winning fairy tale by Kate DiCamillo, is a story about the adventures of a mouse named Despereaux Tilling. He sets out on his quest to rescue a beautiful human princess. Use this fun resource to culminate the novel and use it as an assessment tool as well! Your students will describe the main setting using adjectives, as well as give details about the main character. Students will have the opportunity to describe the plot and write about one of the main themes found in the novel (Light/Dark, Forgiveness, Honesty, and Pride/Self-Esteem. They will also find definitions and write sentences for some vocabulary words. There is a design component as well. Students will design a "Bookmark" using one of the 4 sections of the book as their inspiration. Total Pages 5

Charlie's parents and grandparents, along with their bed, have been loaded into Willy Wonka's great glass elevator in order to go to the Chocolate factory. Before, during or after reading this amazing novel by Roald Dahl, students could learn vocabulary words and their meanings by working on the 6 word matches. The 6 matches include vocabulary from Chapters 1-3, 4-7, 8-10, 11-14, 15-16 and 17-20. Answer sheets are also included. A sentence writing sheet as well as a word sort sheet are also included. A great assessment tool as well! Total Pages 15

Charlie's parents and grandparents, along with their bed, have been loaded into Willy Wonka's great glass elevator in order to go to the Chocolate factory. After reading this amazing novel by Roald Dahl, the students will recap information on the settings, characters, plot and theme. They will describe a text-to-self connection that they have made while reading the novel, Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator. Students will also have the opportunity to write sentences using some of the vocabulary words and draw a picture of the glass elevator going into orbit around the earth. Use as an assessment tool too! Total Pages 7

Fantastic Mr. Fox is a children's novel written by Roald Dahl. At night, Mr. Fox steals chickens, ducks, and turkeys from three mean and wealthy farmers. The farmers try to get back at him, however, Mr. Fox outwits them. Use the vocabulary word searches before or after reading the specific chapters. Included are 4 vocabulary word searches (answer sheets included). -Chapters 1-4 -Chapters 5-9 -Chapters 10-13 -Chapters 14-18 Use the "Word Sort" sheet to review parts of speech with your students. After completing the word search sheet, students will place each vocabulary word in the correct part of speech box. Also included is a Mr. Fox acrostic template that could be used as a character sketch. A poster template and a poster rubric to advertise the novel, that could be used for Media, is included as well. A great assessment tool! Total Pages 13

Fantastic Mr. Fox is a children's novel written by Roald Dahl. At night, Mr. Fox steals chickens, ducks, and turkeys from three mean and wealthy farmers. The farmers try to get back at him, however, Mr. Fox outwits them. Use the vocabulary match sheets before or after reading the specific chapters. Included are 4 vocabulary match sheets (answer sheets included). -Chapters 1-4 -Chapters 5-9 -Chapters 10-13 -Chapters 14-18 After completing each match sheet, students can write sentences using some of the vocabulary words. Sentence Sheet included. Use the "Word Sort" sheet to review parts of speech with your students. After completing the match sheet, students will place each vocabulary word in the correct part of speech box. A great assessment tool! Total Pages 11

Fantastic Mr. Fox is a children's novel written by Roald Dahl. At night, Mr. Fox steals chickens, ducks, and turkeys from three mean and wealthy farmers. The farmers try to get back at him, however, Mr. Fox outwits them. Use the vocabulary to introduce each of the 18 chapters. Students can locate the words in the dictionary prior to reading each chapter. Students can find the meaning and part of speech. This exercise will assist students to better understand the content of each chapter. A word sort sheet is provided for the students. As they learn new vocabulary in each chapter, they will place each word in the appropriate part of speech box. To differentiate for the Special Ed./ESL student, have them locate each word using an online dictionary. As an extension, have students write original sentences for each vocabulary word after reading each chapter in the novel. Sheet provided. Total Pages 9

Getting to know your students in the first few weeks of school could be somewhat of a challenge. This package will assist you in getting to know your students, as well as have your students ease into the new school year. Included are: Certaines choses sur moi - Some Things About Me Mes objectifs de l'école - My School Goals Commencer votre journée scolaire - Starting Your School Day Après votre journée scolaire - After Your School Day Les activités d'association de mots - Word Association Activities Faire des mots - Creative Word Make Each activity comes in color and in black and white too! Have students color the black and white for an extra activity. Total Pages 20

Freak the Mighty, by Rodman Philbrick is an amazing story about two boys who form a formidable human force! One is a slow learner, too big for his age, and the other is a small, disabled genius. Use these activities after reading the novel for a quick assessment tool. Included are questions about the setting, characters, plot and themes. Students also get the opportunity to summarize the novel by using the acrostic template, "Freak the Mighty", and work on some vocabulary found in the novel. Other activities include creating a new book cover/title, as well as a questioning page on Freak's disability. Also included are 3 vocabulary match sheets with answers. Total Pages 13

This culminating mini package is a creative way for the students to recap their knowledge and understanding of the novel, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, by ROALD DAHL. Students will be able to give you information on the settings, characters, plot and about one of the novel themes. It also includes a "design a Golden Ticket" section, as well as a vocabulary word/meaning match. Mini package also contains 2 word searches (with answer sheets) and a part of speech word sort. Your students will explore the vocabulary words in the novel, as well as review nouns, adjectives, verbs and adverbs. Total Pages 10