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The Harmonica by Tony Johnston Read-Aloud Activities and Book Companion
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The Harmonica by Tony Johnston Read-Aloud Activities and Book Companion

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This picture book companion is a complete supplemental resource for the book The Harmonica, by Tony Johnston. With 43 print-and-go reading activities to choose from, this resource is ideal for customizing learning to your student’s specific needs and academic abilities. Students will identify story elements, determine the theme, analyze characters, compare and contrast, make predictions, inferences, and connections, answer questions that require them to think within and beyond the text, and so much more! 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. The activities provided are designed to enable students to apply higher-level thinking skills, encourage them to provide text evidence to support their thinking, and challenge them to express their own thoughts and/or perspectives.
"I Have A Dream" Picture Book Companion MLK
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"I Have A Dream" Picture Book Companion MLK

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This picture book companion for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s “I Have A Dream” speech includes activities that allow students to explore the power of Dr. King’s words by analyzing some of his most notable quotations. This interactive read-aloud resource is perfect for teaching rhetorical analysis and annotations in upper elementary and middle school. It can be used any time of the year to educate your students about influential leaders, the Civil Rights Movement, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., persistence, equality, standing up for what they believe in, kindness, courage, and more. 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 24 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 analyze and annotate the rhetoric in a speech, investigate leadership traits, determine the theme, conduct research, explore and use new vocabulary, analyze quotes, 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.
The Whispering Town Interactive Read-Aloud Activities and Book Companion
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The Whispering Town Interactive Read-Aloud Activities and Book Companion

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This picture book companion is a complete supplemental resource for the book The Whispering Town, by Jennifer Elvgren. With 56 print-and-go reading activities to choose from, this resource is ideal for customizing learning to your student’s specific needs and academic abilities. Students will identify story elements, determine the theme, analyze characters, compare and contrast, make predictions, inferences, and connections, answer questions that require them to think within and beyond the text, and so much more! 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. The activities provided are designed to enable students to apply higher-level thinking skills, encourage them to provide text evidence to support their thinking, and challenge them to express their own thoughts and/or perspectives.
Black History Biography Brochure Research Project
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Black History Biography Brochure Research Project

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Engage your upper elementary students with a meaningful research project that celebrates the contributions of black individuals throughout history. This biography research product includes 84 influential leaders from various fields, making it easy for students to find someone who interests them. The printable and digital options, along with a wide range of influential individuals to choose from, make it easy for students to explore the lives of the legendary black leaders who have shaped history. Printable and Digital Versions: Both printable and digital versions are included for flexible use in the classroom or virtual learning environments. Includes 84 people covering a diverse range of influential leaders, including: Artists, Writers, & Entertainers Athletes Civil Rights Activists Political & Government Leaders Scientists, Inventors, Innovators, & Trailblazers Inside the Brochure: Cover: Name & image of the leader Section 1: Early Life: Birthdate, birthplace, childhood, education, achievements. Section 2: Influences: Interests, hobbies, inspirations, and influential people or events. Section 3: Perseverance: Challenges faced, how they overcame them, and character traits. Section 4: Contributions: Most memorable accomplishment, impact on society, lasting legacy. Section 5: Timeline: Five major life events summarized and a powerful quote.
A Night Divided Novel Study Activities BUNDLE
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A Night Divided Novel Study Activities BUNDLE

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This Novel Study BUNDLE has everything you need to engage your class in a novel study of A Night Divided, by Jennifer A. Nielsen. Students will respond to higher-level short-answer questions, deepen their vocabulary knowledge, analyze quotes, symbolism, figurative language, and theme. The activities included in this product require students to investigate literary elements (e.g., tone, mood, plot, setting, theme, point of view, conflict, etc.) as well as literary devices & techniques (e.g., flashbacks, foreshadowing, figurative language, imagery, etc.). Students will also make predictions, compare and contrast, summarize, look for patterns, analyze characters, make inferences, and much more! The activities in this novel study encourage students to critically engage with the text. If you purchase this bundle, BE SURE TO DOWNLOAD THE BONUS FILE. It contains a digital student response journal with all the activities from every response combined. You save over 20% off the individual price of each product by purchasing this A Night Divided Novel Study BUNDLE! This resource includes both PDFs and Google Slides and Forms (digital) versions of the following activities: Reader Response Questions: The reader response questions are divided up by chapters. Each chapter includes open-ended and short-answer comprehension questions with an answer key. This response packet can 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, for small group instruction, book clubs, etc. Graphic Organizers: Character Analysis; Finding Figurative Language; Chain of Events; Problem & Solution; Visualization/Imagery Vocabulary Study: This vocabulary study provides vocabulary activities and quizzes for words that appear in the novel. Figurative Language Study: The figurative language study provides an abundance of figurative language examples from the novel that students can analyze. This resource includes figurative language posters (with definitions, why authors use them, examples, & non-examples) for simile, metaphor, personification, idiom, and hyperbole. Figurative language practice sheets are also included. Students read short passages from the novel that contain figurative language. Then, underline the figurative language used, determine the meaning, and explain why the author included it. Theme Study: The theme study includes student handouts for 6 different themes from the novel. Each handout includes questions for students to answer that relate to the theme. Chapter Quizzes: 5 multiple choice and short answer quizzes for the following sections; ch. 1 – 9, ch. 10 – 19; ch. 20 – 28, ch. 29 – 37, ch. 38 – 47. ANSWER KEYS are included. Essay Questions & Writing Prompts: Includes 11 essay questions and 10 writing prompts. Symbolism Analysis: Students will analyze and identify various symbols and the use of symbolism in the book. This is a great activity to split the class into groups and have each group analyze a different symbol. Quote Analysis: Includes 5 activities and 60 quote cards. S.T.E.A.M. Activities: Influenced by the novel, A Night Divided, the five S.T.E.A.M.-based activities included in this product focus on the content areas of math, science, engineering, and art. Students will learn about historical events such as the Space Race, the Cold War, the Berlin Wall, and the work of artist Keith Haring, who used artistic expression to advocate for social justice.
Let the Children March Book Companion Activities
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Let the Children March Book Companion Activities

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This picture book companion is the perfect supplemental resource for Monica Clark-Robinson’s book, Let the Children March. It’s the ideal interactive read-aloud for educating students about the civil rights movement, community, qualities of a leader, pride, resilience, standing up for what you believe in, hope, unity, and so much more! It’s a great addition to units on black history, the civil rights movement, influential people in history, and more. 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, determine the theme, identify and analyze literary devices, read text and illustrations, practice plotting story events, analyze characters, 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.
A Sweet Smell of Roses Picture Book Companion
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A Sweet Smell of Roses Picture Book Companion

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This picture book companion is an amazing supplemental resource for upper elementary and middle school. A Sweet Smell of Roses, by Angela Johnson, is an ideal interactive read-aloud for any time of the year or for educating your students about influential leaders, community, unity, the Civil Rights Movement, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., persistence, equality, standing up for what they believe in, kindness, being brave, and appreciating each other’s differences. The illustrations by Eric Velasquez are absolutely stunning and add another layer of depth to the story, opening up the opportunity for students to think about the symbolism that illustrations and color can hold. 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 28 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, investigate symbolism in color and illustrations, practice plotting story events, analyze characters, 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.
Martin's Big Words Read Aloud Activities
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Martin's Big Words Read Aloud Activities

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This picture book companion is an amazing supplemental resource for upper elementary and middle school. Martin’s Big Words, by Doreen Rappaport is an ideal interactive read-aloud for any time of the year or for educating your students about influential leaders, the Civil Rights Movement, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., persistence, equality, standing up for what they believe in, kindness, being brave, and appreciating each other’s differences. 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 30 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 theme, research, explore and use new vocabulary, practice plotting story events, analyze quotes, 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.
"Boycott Blues" Rosa Parks Book Companion
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"Boycott Blues" Rosa Parks Book Companion

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his picture book companion is the perfect supplemental resource for Andrea Davis Pinkney’s book, Boycott Blues: How Rosa Parks Inspired a Nation. 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, determine the theme, investigate symbolism in color and illustrations, practice plotting story events, analyze characters, 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 civil rights movement, community, qualities of a leader, pride, resilience, standing up for what you believe in, hope, unity, and so much more! It’s a great addition to units on black history, women in history, the civil rights movement, 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.
Women in Black History Book Companion BUNDLE
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Women in Black History Book Companion BUNDLE

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Raye Montague, who followed their dreams despite the world trying to hold them back. This BUNDLE includes 170 no-prep activities that are ideal for customizing learning to your student’s specific needs and academic abilities. The included reading activities are best for students in 4th–6th grades and focus on applying crucial reading skills, digging deeper into the text, and critical thinking. Quick and easy setup, plus clear student directions, make these activities perfect for centers or substitute days, too! You will get TONS of print-and-go activities for each picture book, saving you the valuable time you already don’t have to spare. You save over 20% off the individual price of each product by purchasing this BUNDLE of 4 Women in Black History book companions! Students will… dig into characterization identify story elements determine theme sequence events apply the elements of plot discover cause & effect relationships identify descriptive language practice reading the text and illustrations determine how the setting affects the plot and character development determine meaning and illustrate figurative language investigate and analyze symbolism within illustrations practice personification learn and apply new vocabulary make predictions, inferences, and connections respond to writing prompts and so much more!
Black History Book Companion Activities BUNDLE
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Black History Book Companion Activities BUNDLE

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Looking for engaging and meaningful read-aloud activities to celebrate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., MLK Day, or Black History Month? This 4-Book BUNDLE of Interactive Read-Aloud Picture Book Companions is just what you need! You will get TONS of print-and-go activities for each picture book, saving you the valuable time you already don’t have to spare. By purchasing this BUNDLE of all 4 Black History Month book companions, you are saving 20% off the individual price of each product! This BUNDLE includes 125 no-prep activities. The included reading activities are best for students in 4th–6th grades and focus on applying crucial reading skills, digging deeper into the text, and critical thinking. Quick and easy setup, plus clear student directions, make these activities perfect for centers or substitute days, too! Students will… dig into characterization identify story elements determine theme sequence events apply the elements of plot discover cause & effect relationships identify descriptive language practice reading the text and illustrations determine how the setting affects the plot and character development determine meaning and illustrate figurative language investigate and analyze symbolism within the illustrations practice personification and so much more!
A Night Divided Novel Study Theme and Symbolism Extension Activities
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A Night Divided Novel Study Theme and Symbolism Extension Activities

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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.**
A Night Divided Novel Study Vocabulary Activities and Quizzes
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A Night Divided Novel Study Vocabulary Activities and Quizzes

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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)
A Night Divided Novel Study Reader Response Questions and Graphic Organizers
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A Night Divided Novel Study Reader Response Questions and Graphic Organizers

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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
Benno and the Night of Broken Glass Read-Aloud Activities and Book Companion
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Benno and the Night of Broken Glass Read-Aloud Activities and Book Companion

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This picture book companion is a complete supplemental resource for the book Benno and the Night of Broken Glass, by Meg Wiviott. With 44 print-and-go reading activities to choose from, this resource is ideal for customizing learning to your student’s specific needs and academic abilities. Students will identify story elements, determine the theme, analyze characters, compare and contrast, make predictions, inferences, and connections, answer questions that require them to think within and beyond the text, and so much more! 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. The activities provided are designed to enable students to apply higher-level thinking skills, encourage them to provide text evidence to support their thinking, and challenge them to express their own thoughts and/or perspectives.
Jars of Hope Interactive Read-Aloud Activities and Book Companion
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Jars of Hope Interactive Read-Aloud Activities and Book Companion

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This picture book companion is a complete supplemental resource for the book Jars of Hope, by Jennifer Roy. 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 abilities. Students will identify story elements, determine the theme, analyze characters, compare and contrast, make predictions, inferences, and connections, answer questions that require them to think within and beyond the text, and so much more! 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. The activities provided are designed to enable students to apply higher-level thinking skills, encourage them to provide text evidence to support their thinking, and challenge them to express their own thoughts and/or perspectives.