This picture book companion is a perfect accompaniment to Aaron Reynolds’s book, Creepy Carrots. It’s the ideal interactive read-aloud for the days or weeks before Halloween or Easter, or for educating your students about acceptance, inclusiveness, kindness, and greed. Students will love the engaging and fun activities, and you will appreciate the time saved hunting for high-level resources to teach reading concepts that students frequently struggle with. With 29 print-and-go reading activities to choose from, this resource is ideal for customizing learning to your student’s specific needs and academic ability. Students will investigate characters, identify story elements, identify the theme, sequence events from the story, explore and use new vocabulary, discover cause-and-effect relationships, explore plot elements, and much more! The activities provided are designed to enable students to apply higher-level thinking skills, to encourage students to provide text evidence to support their thinking, and to challenge students to express their own thoughts and/or perspectives. This Resource Includes: See, Think, Wonder Story Elements - 2 differentiated versions are included for this activity Jasper’s Problem & Solution The Carrots Problem & Solution Cause & Effect - 2 differentiated versions are included for this activity (ANSWER KEY included) Who is Jasper Rabbit? Character Traits - 2 differentiated versions are included for this activity Carrots Creeping Character Perspective Character Development Story Retell (ANSWER KEY included) Sequencing Plot Map (ANSWER KEY included) Summarizing Making Inferences Making Connections Sensory Details Theme - 2 differentiated versions are included for this activity Thematic Statements Reader Response Questions (ANSWER KEY included) Vocabulary Matching Cards (COLOR & B&W) Synonyms (ANSWER KEY included) Vocabulary Crossword Puzzle (ANSWER KEY included) Creepy Carrot Creation Wait… There’s More! Book Review

This reader response product is a supplemental resource for the novel “Home of the Brave” by Katherine Applegate. Printable PDF and Google Slides (digital) versions are included! As teachers, we want our students to engage with text in meaningful and purposeful ways, but we also need them to read independently to build up stamina. The reader response questions lend themselves to in-depth class or peer discussions. They require students to provide textual evidence to support their responses and/or express their opinions or perspectives. The graphic organizers provided in this product can be utilized in a variety of ways to differentiate based on your student’s academic abilities and needs. This resource includes printable PDF and Google Slides (digital) versions of the following activities: Agree or Disagree? Judging by the Cover Pre-Reading Focus Questions Reader Response Questions (ANSWER KEY included) Making Predictions Graphic Organizer Cause & Effect Graphic Organizers Making Inferences Summarizing Making Connections Problem & Solution Chain of Events Story Plot Character Analysis Character Inside & Out Sensory Details Book Review

This word study companion encompasses vocabulary practice activities and quizzes along with figurative language notes and activities for each of the 4 parts of the novel, Home of the Brave, by Katherine Applegate. The included activities were designed to promote higher-level thinking skills in addition to providing more in-depth class and peer discussions and writing experiences. This resource includes printable PDFs and Google Slides (digital) versions of the following activities: VOCABULARY ACTIVITIES - Each Part (1-4) includes the following activities Vocabulary Study Vocabulary Practice (ANSWER KEY Included) Vocabulary Crossword Puzzles (ANSWER KEY Included) Vocabulary Word Search Puzzles (ANSWER KEY Included) Vocabulary Quiz (ANSWER KEY Included) FIGURATIVE LANGUAGE ACTIVITIES Figurative Language Notes: Includes handouts for idiom, metaphor, simile, and personification. Part 1 - Figuring Out Figurative Language: Students read the text taken from the story, describe what it looks and/or feels like, and explain why the author described the example using figurative language (ANSWER KEY Included). Part 2 - Figuring Out Figurative Language: Students read underline the figurative language in the given text, identify the type(s), determine the meaning(s), and explain how the author’s use of the figurative language helps the reader gain a better understanding of the text (ANSWER KEY Included). Part 3 - Finding Figurative Language: Students will look for how the author incorporates figurative language in the text and fill in the chart with the quote, page #, type, meaning, and the author’s purpose for including it. Part 4 & Epilogue - Figuring Out Figurative Language: Students read the given text from the story, circle the type of figurative language used, determine what is being compared, state the meaning, and answer the extension question for each example (ANSWER KEY included).

his product includes engaging extension activities that require students to delve deeper into Katherine Applegate’s novel, “Home of the Brave.” The included activities were designed to promote higher-level thinking skills in addition to providing more in-depth class and peer discussions and writing experiences. Printable PDF and Google Slides (digital) versions are included! These activities are designed to promote and support higher-level thinking skills and focus on more abstract reading concepts such as theme, symbolism, perspective, character analysis, and more. This resource includes printable PDFs and Google Slides (digital) versions of the following acrivities: Overcoming Obstacles Character Change Character Perspective Character Summary Compare & Contrast Characters Compare & Contrast Settings Visualizing The Perfect Playlist - design a soundtrack for the story, which includes creating a playlist of FOUR songs that represent four BIG IDEAS Kek on the 'Gram - create an Instagram post for one of the events in the story. 4-Quote Connections Quote Pair Up Important Quotes Inspirational Quote 70 Quote Cards Theme Analysis - Includes the following themes: Holding onto Hope, Importance of Family and Friends; Languages and Communication; and Assimilation & Change. Determine the Theme Symbolism Activity (ANSWER KEY included)

This novel study companion encompasses comprehension quizzes, a final test, and writing prompts to use with the novel, Home of the Brave, by Katherine Applegate. The included activities were designed to promote higher-level thinking skills in addition to providing more in-depth class and peer discussions and writing experiences. The comprehension quizzes are divided into the four parts of the novel and feature multiple-choice and short-answer questions. The final test covers the entire book. The writing exercises require that students defend their ideas, viewpoints, and/or perspectives in addition to providing text evidence when appropriate. This resource includes printable PDFs and Google Slides (digital) versions of the following activities: Part 1 Comprehension Quiz (2 pages) - Students will answer multiple choice and short-answer questions related to part 1 of the novel (ANSWER KEY included). Part 2 Comprehension Quiz (2 pages) - Students will answer multiple choice and short-answer questions related to part 2 of the novel (ANSWER KEY included). Part 3 Comprehension Quiz (2 pages) - Students will answer multiple choice and short-answer questions related to part 2 of the novel (ANSWER KEY included). Part 4 & Epilogue Comprehension Quiz (2 pages) - Students will answer multiple choice and short-answer questions related to part 2 of the novel (ANSWER KEY included). Final Test (4 pages) - Students will answer multiple choice and short-answer questions over the entire novel (ANSWER KEY included). 7 Writing Prompts (7 pages) - Students will respond to the writing prompts and provide evidence from the text to support their thinking. Writing Response Rubric (1 page)

This product includes engaging extension activities that require students to take a deeper look into the novel, “A Night Divided.” These activities are designed to promote and support higher-level thinking skills and focus on more abstract reading concepts such as theme, symbolism, perspective, and figurative language. Printable PDF and Google Slides & Forms (digital) versions are included! The activities included in this resource lend themselves to more in-depth class and peer discussions. Students will respond to open-ended questions with short answers, textual evidence, the creation of images, and more. Most questions require that students provide textual evidence to support their thinking and challenge them to provide their opinions and/or perspectives. **This resource includes both printable PDFs and Google Slides (digital) versions for the following activities: Figurative Language Notes Handouts Figuring Out Figurative Language Activities (INCLUDES ANSWER KEY) Theme Study Symbolism Analysis (INCLUDES ANSWER KEY) 5 Quote Connections 6 Quote Activities – 60 quote cards are included Hoodie & Design Perspective Meaning & Image 2- Quote Pair Up Important Quotes Inspirational Quote 60 Quote Cards Bonus Activities The Perfect Playlist - Students will design a soundtrack with a playlist to represent big ideas found within the story. Gerta on the ‘Gram – Students create an Instagram post of one of the events from the story.**

This book companion product encompasses chapter quizzes, essay questions, and writing prompts to use with the novel, A Night Divided, by Jennifer A. Nielsen. The resources included were designed to promote higher-level thinking skills and encourage more in-depth class and peer discussions and writing experiences. The five chapter quizzes include both multiple-choice and short-answer question types. The essay questions and writing prompts require students to provide textual evidence to support their thinking, opinions, and/or perspectives. This resource includes printable PDFs and Google Slides (digital) versions for the following: Chapters 1-9 Comprehension Quiz (4 pages) - Students will answer multiple choice and short-answer questions related to the chapters (ANSWER KEY included). Chapters 10-19 Comprehension Quiz (4 pages) - Students will answer multiple choice and short-answer questions related to the chapters (ANSWER KEY included). Chapters 20-28 Comprehension Quiz (4 pages) - Students will answer multiple choice and short-answer questions related to the chapters (ANSWER KEY included). Chapters 29-37 Comprehension Quiz (4 pages) - Students will answer multiple choice and short-answer questions related to the chapters (ANSWER KEY included). Chapters 38-47 Comprehension Quiz (4 pages) - Students will answer multiple choice and short-answer questions related to the chapters (ANSWER KEY included). 11- Essay Questions (11 pages) - Students will respond to the essay questions and provide evidence from the text to support their thinking. 10- Writing Prompts (10 pages) - Students will respond to the writing prompts. Essay & Writing Response Rubric (1 page)

Vocabulary knowledge is a direct link to reading comprehension. This vocabulary study provides vocabulary activities for words that appear in the novel “A Night Divided” by Jennifer A. Nielsen. Printable PDF and Google Slides & Forms (digital) versions are included! This resource includes printable PDFs and Google Slides & Forms (digital) versions for all the following activities: Vocabulary Activities Vocabulary Word Lists WITH Definitions Vocabulary Word Lists WITHOUT Definitions Vocabulary Study Activities Vocabulary Quizzes ANSWER KEYS for ALL Vocabulary Practice Activities and Quizzes Examples of the vocabulary activities included are listed below. define the word antonyms / synonyms fill in the blank sentences categorize words that are similar write sentences using the word Crossword puzzles multiple choice - choose the correct definition Figurative Language Study Figurative Language Notes Handouts (Simile, Metaphor, Personification, Hyperbole, Idiom) Figuring Out Figurative Language Activities (ANSWER KEYS INCLUDED)

This reader response product is a supplemental resource for the novel “A Night Divided” by Jennifer Nielsen. You can either print the student handouts or assign them digitally using the Google Slides version that’s also included. The reader response questions, organized into chapters, are intended to challenge students to use higher-level thinking skills. Printable PDF and Google Slides & Forms (digital) versions are included! The reader response questions lend themselves to in-depth class or peer discussions. The questions require students to provide textual evidence to support their responses and/or express their opinions or perspectives. The graphic organizers provided in this product can be utilized in a variety of ways to differentiate based on your students’s academic abilities and needs. This resource includes printable PDFs and Google Slides (digital) versions for the following activities: CHAPTER COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS Pre-Reading Focus Questions Reader Response Questions (ANSWER KEY included) Visualizing CHARACTER ANALYSIS Character Inside & Out Character Traits Overcoming Obstacles Character Analysis Character Summary STORY ELEMENTS Making Predictions Graphic Organizer Making Inferences Making Connections Problem & Solution Cause & Effect Graphic Organizers Chain of Events Plot Map Summarizing Figurative Language Chart Sensory Details

Task cards are a great teaching tool that can be used in a variety of ways. This print-and-go resource is perfect for literature circles, book clubs, independent work, exit tickets, and/or small group instruction! These task cards are a great accompaniment for students reading the novel Chasing Vermeer by Blue Balliett. This Resource Includes: There’s a total of 76 cards in this task card set, plus additional blank cards for you to write in any prompts you’d like to add to the set. 60 - Chapter task cards 16 - Dig in & Discuss task cards - for higher-level thinking 47 - BONUS task cards - these are the same questions as in the reader response journal. Students can use the task cards to discuss in groups or partners and then record their answers in their journals. Student recording Sheets (1 and 2 to a page) How to Use Them: Individual / Independent work Extension activity for Fast Finishers Paired / Partner / Group Work Discussion prompts in Literature Circles / Book Clubs Writing Prompts Bell Ringer / Warm-Up Activities Whole Group Discussion Starters Entrance / Exit Tickets Game Question Cards Need More Specific Ideas? Task cards can be cut, laminated and put onto large binder rings. Give each student, partner pair, or group a set of cards. You can divide up the cards or make multiple sets depending on how many task cards you want on each ring. Keep the task cards loose and pass out the cards to students, pairs, or groups. You can differentiate the questions the students receive based on their levels. Give students choices on which task cards they will complete. For example, pick 50 out of the 76 cards to complete by the end of the novel or have students complete the even or odd numbered cards.

This novel study is a complete supplemental resource for Chasing Vermeer by Blue Balliet. The included activities focus on the genre of mystery, reader response questions, comprehension questions, vocabulary practice, character analysis, the elements of plot, and more! Graphic organizers are included, along with a clue tracker chart and mystery genre posters. This Resource Includes: Who Was Johannes Vermeer?: A short biography about Vermeer that includes reader response questions.* Reader Response Journal: This reader response journal is divided into 5 sections by chapters. Each section includes 1-2 pages of vocabulary practice and 1-2 pages of short answer comprehension questions, and a 4 page final assessment that is mixed with multiple choice questions and short answer questions. Not only can this literature response packet be used for whole group discussion / instruction, but it works great in literature circles, to hold group members accountable for reading and discussing the text. It can also be used as a homework assignment, small group instruction, book clubs, etc. Mystery Genre Resources - This section includes 2 mystery genre posters (2 color options) and a Clue Tracker to record clues or evidence regarding suspicious people or events from the novel. Quote Analysis with response questions: a pre-reading activity Elements of Plot: Graphic Organizer Character Analysis: This graphic organizer can be used for any character(s) at any point during the reading of the novel that you see fit. Task Cards: 2 sets of task cards are included. The first set is made up of open ended questions & digging deeper prompts. The second set are the same questions used in the reader response journals, but in a different format. This offers an alternative to the reader response journal activity.

Vocabulary knowledge is a direct link to reading comprehension. This vocabulary study provides vocabulary activities for words that appear in the novel Chasing Vermeer, by Blue Balliett. This Resource Includes: 3 - Vocabulary Graphic Organizers - includes 3 different layouts (1, 2, or 4 on a page) Investigating Words I-define Vocabulary Case File 7 - Student Vocabulary Activity Sheets Chapters 1 - 6 Chapters 7 - 11 Chapters 12 - 14 Chapters 15 - 18 Chapters 19 - 24 Answer Keys Examples of the vocabulary activities included: define the word antonyms / synonyms fill in the blank sentences respond to questions that include the vocabulary word categorize words that are similar write sentences using the word There are 3 different graphic organizers that have students determine a mix of the following: word definition write a sentence draw a picture draw an emoji synonyms antonyms examples non-examples The vocabulary words in the word banks appear within the range of chapters listed at the top of each vocabulary sheet. Please keep in mind that this product is not meant to take the place of formal vocabulary instruction. It’s a tool that can help you target vocabulary instruction, check for understanding of previously taught vocabulary, and practice vocabulary knowledge in a variety of ways.

This picture book companion is a complete supplemental resource for Julia Finley Mosca’s book, The Girl With a Mind for Math: Raye Montague. With 55 print-and-go reading activities to choose from, this resource is ideal for customizing learning to your student’s specific needs and academic ability. Students will investigate context clues, identify story elements, determine the theme, conduct research, practice plotting story events, analyze characters, make predictions and connections, find meaning in figurative language, respond to writing prompts, and much more! The activities provided are designed to enable students to apply higher-level thinking skills, to encourage students to provide text evidence to support their thinking, and to challenge students to express their own thoughts and/or perspectives. It’s the ideal interactive read-aloud for educating students about the engineer Raye Montague, pursuing a passion, demonstrating dedication, overcoming obstacles, and so much more! It’s a great addition to units on Women’s History Month, women in STEM, Black History Month, influential people in history, or biographies. Students will love the engaging and fun activities, and you will appreciate the time saved hunting for high-level resources to teach reading concepts that students frequently struggle with.

Influenced by the novel* Chasing Vermeer,* the S.T.E.A.M.-based activities included in this product focus on the content areas of math and art. Students will investigate Vermeer’s paintings, learn about pentominoes, complete a pentomino challenge, engage in an artist study, and mimic their style of art. Finally, students will integrate art and math using what they learned about pentominoes in combination with their knowledge regarding Vermeer’s artistic style to create a pixel art masterpiece. This Resource Includes: Math Crack Calder’s Code: Uncover Calder’s code by studying the art and patterns in the odd numbered chapters of Chasing Vermeer. (Includes Answer Key) What Are Pentominoes?: An explanation of what pentominoes are, a guided pentomino challenge, pentominoes that can be cut out, on cardstock, and used as manipulatives. Art Investigating Vermeer’s Artwork: Using Vermeer’s art, students will analyze, compare and contrast, and use art to inspire poetry. Artist Study, Henri Matisse: Students will watch a video introducing the artist and his artistic style. Picture books are suggested for a read aloud to get to know more about the artist and their work. For the activity component, students will create a Matisse inspired paper collage to represent an idea from the novel, Chasing Vermeer. Math & Art Combined Pixel Paintings: Students will synthesize what they have learned about Vermeer, his artistic style, and artwork in combination with their knowledge about pentominoes, to create a pixelated replica of one of Vermeer’s famous paintings.

As teachers, we want our students to engage with text in meaningful and purposeful ways, but we also need them to read independently to build up stamina. That’s where this Chasing Vermeer, novel unit, print and go reader response journal comes in handy! This reader response journal is divided into sections by chapters. Each section includes vocabulary practice and short-answer comprehension questions. Not only can this literature response packet be used for whole-group discussion or instruction, but it also works great in literature circles to hold group members accountable for reading and discussing the text. It can also be used as a homework assignment, small group instruction, book clubs, etc. This Resource Includes: Teacher Information Sheet Cover Sheet for Student Reader Response Journals Pre-Reading Quote Analysis Chapters 1 - 6: Vocabulary Practice Chapters 1 - 6: Short Answer Comprehension Questions Chapters 7 - 11: Vocabulary Practice Chapters 7 - 11: Short Answer Comprehension Questions Chapters 12 - 14: Vocabulary Practice Chapters 12 - 14: Short Answer Comprehension Questions Chapters 15 - 18: Vocabulary Practice Chapters 15 - 18: Short Answer Comprehension Questions Chapters 19 - 24: Vocabulary Practice Chapters 19 - 24: Short Answer Comprehension Questions Final Assessment: multiple choice and short answer Answer Keys for ALL vocabulary, short answer chapter comprehension questions, and the final assessment

This winter picture book companion is a perfect accompaniment to John Rocco’s book, Blizzard. It’s the ideal interactive read-aloud for winter or for educating your students about family, community, compassion, blizzards, and being prepared. Students will love the engaging and fun activities, and you will appreciate the time saved hunting for high-level resources to teach reading concepts that students frequently struggle with. With 34 print-and-go reading activities to choose from, this resource is ideal for customizing learning to your student’s specific needs and academic ability. Students will investigate characters, identify story elements, determine the theme, sequence events from the story, practice writing Haiku poetry, explore and use new vocabulary, discover cause-and-effect relationships, explore plot elements, investigate imagery, and much more! The activities provided are designed to enable students to apply higher-level thinking skills, to encourage students to provide text evidence to support their thinking, and to challenge students to express their own thoughts and/or perspectives. This Resource Includes: See, Think, Wonder Story Elements Cause & Effect (ANSWER KEY included) Problem & Solution Character Inside & Out Character Traits - 2 differentiated versions included Character Perspective Character Summary Sequencing Plot Map Setting Influences the Plot Summarizing Making Connections Making Inferences Theme - 2 differentiated versions included Thematic Statements Visualizing Sensory Details Winter Imagery Reader Response Questions (ANSWER KEY included) Vocabulary Matching Cards Vocabulary Crossword Puzzle (ANSWER KEY included) Vocabulary Word Search Puzzle Blizzard ABCs Blizzard Bag Story vs Author’s Note Wait… There’s More! Book Review Design a Book Cover Haiku Poem Planning Sheet Haiku Poem Template Blizzard Research One Pager Need ideas for different ways you can implement these activities? Focus on different reading skills each day for targeted instruction and have students complete a corresponding printable to check for understanding. During centers, students can independently read the story again and complete an activity that reviews a previously taught concept. Work with students on a reading concept they struggle with during guided reading or strategy groups. Students work with a partner(s) or in literature circles to complete additional reading activities. This resource is for extension read-aloud activities only. The book is not included.

This fall picture book companion is a perfect accompaniment to Alice Hemming’s book, The Leaf Thief. It’s the ideal interactive read-aloud for autumn or educating your students about seasonal changes, friendship, patience, and kindness. Students will love the engaging and fun activities, and you will appreciate the time saved hunting for high-level resources to teach reading concepts that students frequently struggle with. With 36 print-and-go reading activities to choose from, this resource is ideal for customizing learning to your student’s specific needs and academic ability. Students will investigate characters, identify story elements, identify the theme, sequence events from the story, explore and use new vocabulary, discover cause-and-effect relationships, explore plot elements, and much more! The activities provided are designed to enable students to apply higher-level thinking skills, to encourage students to provide text evidence to support their thinking, and to challenge students to express their own thoughts and/or perspectives. This Resource Includes: See, Think, Wonder ( Story Elements – 2 differentiated versions are included for this activity Squirrel’s Problem & Solution Cause & Effect - 4 differentiated versions are included for this activity Who is Squirrel? ( Character Traits 2 differentiated versions are included for this activity Character Perspective Character Development Story Retell (ANSWER KEY included) Sequencing Plot Map (ANSWER KEY included) Summarizing Making Inferences Making Connections Sensory Details Seasonal Imagery Theme - 2 differentiated versions are included for this activity Thematic Statements Mystery of the Missing Leaves Save the Leaves Vocabulary Matching Cards (color and B&W ) Vocabulary Crossword Puzzle (ANSWER KEY included) Vocabulary Word Search Puzzle (ANSWER KEY included) Wait… There’s More! Book Review Design a Book Cover The ABCs of Fall Need ideas for different ways you can implement these activities? Focus on different reading skills each day for targeted instruction and have students complete a corresponding printable to check for understanding. During centers, students can independently read the story again and complete an activity that reviews a previously taught concept. Work with students on a reading concept they struggle with during guided reading or strategy groups. Students work with a partner(s) or in literature circles to complete additional reading activities. This resource is for extension read-aloud activities only. The book is not included.

This picture book companion is a fantastic supplemental resource for the book Bone Soup, by Cambria Evans, the perfect interactive read-aloud for the days or weeks leading up to Halloween. Students will love the engaging and fun activities, and you will appreciate the time it saves you looking for high-level activities to teach reading concepts that students often struggle with. With 19 print-and-go reading exercises to select from, this resource is ideal for personalizing instruction based on your student’s needs and academic capabilities. Students will dig into characterization; identify story elements; determine the theme; sequence events from the story; determine the meaning of new vocabulary, practice reading text and illustrations to gain a better understanding, and so much more! The included activities were designed to encourage students to use higher-level thinking skills, require students to provide text evidence to support their thinking, and challenge them to provide their own opinions and/or perspective. This Resource Includes: Story Elements – Students fill in the boxes with words and pictures to represent the story elements. Retell the Story - BME – Students retell the beginning, middle, and end of the story with text and illustrations. Sequencing - Students write a sentence and draw a picture to show the correct order of events in the story. Plot Map - Students fill out the plot map with important events from the story. Reader Response Questions – Students respond to short answer questions. 2 Characterization Graphic Organizers - Character Traits and Character Summary Vocabulary Context Clues - Students use context clues to determine the meanings of words from the story. Vocabulary Crossword Puzzle - Students complete a crossword puzzle with words from the story. Vocabulary Reading Text & Illustrations - Students examine illustrations from the story to define words. Making Connections - Students choose an event from the story and make connections. Cause & Effect - Students fill in the missing information with either the cause or the effect. Sensory Details - Students choose an event from the story and describe it using all five senses. Making Inferences - Students use clues and schema to make inferences. Theme - Students answer the questions to determine the theme of the story. Thematic Statements - Students choose one of the provided thematic statements that they believe fits the story best. Trip to Town - Students recap Finnigin’s visit to the town with pictures and captions that include details from the story. Wait… There’s More! – Students create two story pages highlighting the character’s future events and actions. Text to Text - Students compare and contrast the story Bone Soup to the story, Stone Soup using a graphic organizer.

This picture book companion is a perfect accompaniment to Merrilee Liddiard’s book, Leif and the Fall. It’s the ideal interactive read-aloud for fall or educating your students about perseverance, determination, creativity, kindness, and helping friends. Students will love the engaging and fun activities, and you will appreciate the time saved hunting for high-level resources to teach reading concepts that students frequently struggle with. With 31 print-and-go reading activities to choose from, this resource is ideal for customizing learning to your student’s specific needs and academic ability. Students will investigate characters, identify story elements, identify the theme, sequence events from the story, explore and use new vocabulary, discover cause-and-effect relationships, explore plot elements, and much more! The activities provided are designed to enable students to apply higher-level thinking skills, to encourage students to provide text evidence to support their thinking, and to challenge students to express their own thoughts and/or perspectives. This Resource Includes: See, Think, Wonder Story Elements - 2 differentiated versions are included for this activity Leif’s Problem & Solution Cause & Effect - 4 differentiated versions are included for this activity Who is Leif? Character Traits - 2 differentiated versions are included for this activity Character Perspective Character Development Story Retell - (ANSWER KEY included). Sequencing Plot Map - (ANSWER KEY included) Summarizing Making Inferences Making Connections Sensory Details Theme - 2 differentiated versions are included for this activity Thematic Statements - Fear of Falling Vocabulary Matching Cards (color and B&W Is It a Noun or Verb? Vocabulary Crossword Puzzle (ANSWER KEY included) Safety First Wait… There’s More! Book Review Design a Book Cover Need ideas for different ways you can implement these activities? Focus on different reading skills each day for targeted instruction and have students complete a corresponding printable to check for understanding. During centers, students can independently read the story again and complete an activity that reviews a previously taught concept. Work with students on a reading concept they struggle with during guided reading or strategy groups. Students work with a partner(s) or in literature circles to complete additional reading activities.