A great way to introduce or conclude the novel, WONDER, by R. J. Palacio. A novel about a boy that deals with an agonizing journey from the safe solitude of home schooling to the difficulties of public school, because of his differences. Students will be able to review 80 vocabulary words using the 2 word searches (answers included). Students will also get the opportunity to sort the vocabulary words in the proper parts of speech boxes, as well as write sentences using the vocabulary words found in the word searches. Total Pages 7

We All Fall Down by Eric Walters is a novel about a Grade 9 boy who goes to "job shadow" his dad at the World Trade Centre on September 11, 2001. Then the unexpected happens... This culminating activity is a creative way to have the students summarize the novel. It contains definitions of each part of a story, setting, characters, plot, etc. Once completed it becomes a great assessment tool as well! Students will write about the importance of the title, recall the setting, plot and describe the characters. Sentences will be written using some of the vocabulary words. They will write about one of the many themes found in the novel, and also write about making connections, text-to-self and text-to-world. You have the flexibility to use each page of this resource at the same time or at different times of your novel study, depending what your lesson focus is. For example, if you are discussing settings and characters, just use page 1, and so on. As an alternative, you can cut out each section/part of the resource and mount it on cardstock to use in Language centers, Literature Circles or completed Mobiles. Great for Special Ed. and ESL students too, as it is easy to follow with definitions of each part of a story, setting, characters, plot, etc. Total Pages 5

The One and Only Ivan is a children's book by Katherine Applegate. Before, during or after reading the novel, have the students work on this word search that contains 50 vocabulary words. (Answer sheet included.) A sentence writing sheet is also included where the students can write sentences using some of the vocabulary words found in the word search. There is also a word sort sheet where students can review parts of speech while using the 50 vocabulary words. BONUS: 20 vocabulary word match sheet with answers! Total Pages 7

Introducing, “Christmas Symbols”, a creative way to get your students excited and learn about Christmas! Great for ESL and Special Ed. too! This package contains: a sheet with 9 Christmas pictures/symbols in color a sheet of the same pictures/symbols in black and white A sheet with the vocabulary words for the 9 pictures/symbols The students could use these sheets to cut and match the pictures/symbols with the vocabulary word. Also included in the package are 4 sheets that once folded, colored and decorated will become cards that could be shared with family and friends. They could be personalized on the inside with a message or poem. There is also a blank card sheet that could be used by students to draw their own picture(s). A word search with 20 symbol words is also included (with answer sheet) 2 Christmas poem templates are included for students to learn or review the meaning of Christmas. A website sheet is included. On this sheet there are 5 websites that could be used as mini lessons on Christmas symbols.

Fish in a Tree by Lynda Mullaly Hunt is an amazing novel about a middle school girl who feels that she somehow can't fit in. Her new teacher, Mr. Daniels, finally uncovers the full extent of Ally’s problem. Students will recap the main setting, main character, plot, themes and complete some vocabulary activities. Albert Einstein's quote will be analyzed by the students as well. Students will have the opportunity to redesign the book cover, ask questions about dyslexia and summarize the main character and book using the acrostic templates, "Ally Nickerson" and "Fish in a Tree". Bonus: -Character Traits sheet (to assist with acrostics) -Novel VS Movie templates Total pages 12.

Featured are two writing and drawing activities perfect for the Christmas Season! Christmas Nativity and Family Christmas. Includes how to draw activities. Pages: 5

A great way to incorporate Christmas, Christmas symbols and adjectives. This fun activity can be used with a whole class, while brainstorming or individually in centers. In this activity, students will choose adjectives that best describe the picture/Christmas symbol and write the adjectives around the picture. Christmas symbols included are: Christmas Tree, Christmas Stocking, Christmas Wreath, Snowflake, Candy Canes, Santa Hat, Christmas Present, Snowman. Answer sheet included with possible answers to each activity. Pgs. 10

Three Valentine’s Day activities. One is a word make sheet using the word “Valentine”. The other activity becomes a Diamante Poem, once completed. A Valentine Word Search with answers and a sentence writing sheet. Great for reviewing adjectives and verbs! Get a grade for Language and Art too! ART TIP: Once the Diamante sheet has been completed, it could be made into a 3-D wreath. Add mini tissue paper pompoms around the outside part of the heart, hole punch the top and add ribbon to hang. Pgs. 6

Stone Fox, by John Reynolds Gardiner, is a novel about a very determined boy named Willy. He enters a dog sled race in order to win $500 to pay back the taxes on his grandfather's farm. Use these creative activities as a quick assessment after completing the novel Stone Fox with your students. The students will have the opportunity to recap the necessary parts of the novel, setting, characters, plot and themes. Students will also write sentences using some of the vocabulary words. A "what if" section will have the students thinking about other scenarios that could have taken place in the novel. They will also analyze the novel title and have the opportunity to give the novel a new title and cover. Total Pages 5

A fun and festive way to learn or review the parts of speech. Sheets contain nouns, verbs, adjectives and adverbs in ornaments that are to be colo(u)red using the legend. Also included are 2 sheets (1 color/1 black and white) with the parts of speech definitions. Can be used as a mini poster or an instructional sheet for the students' notebooks. 4 sheets are included for students to write the various parts of speech. The parts of speech words contain the Christmas theme. Both U.S. and non-U.S. versions included in this resource. Pg. 16

This 4 page culminating activity is a creative way for the students to recap their knowledge and understanding of the novel, THE GIVER by Lois Lowry. Students will be able to give you information on the settings, characters, plot and write parts of speech and meanings for some of the vocabulary words. They will also have the opportunity to write about one of the themes found in the novel, and write a character sketch. Pgs. 5

Have your students ring in the new year by completing this fun activity! Included: color and black/white word make sheet color and black/white goal sheet color “New Year” acrostic Inside each digit of the year, 2019, the students will write or draw what they would like to accomplish, (do) for the new year. Using the digits to guide them. For example, in the digit “2” they will write or draw 2 items. However, for the digit “0”, they will write or draw something that they don’t want to do. Drawing would be ideal for the ESL or Special Ed. students. TIP: Once completed, put up the goals sheet to remind students of their goals. Use the “Cover” page as a poster to put up with the completed goals sheets. If you purchase this resource, you will receive an updated version with the new year. Just re-download and it’s yours again, for FREE! Pages: 6

How do you brush your teeth? Have you every really stopped to think about it? Have your students complete this fun procedural writing activity and see how many steps they come up with. Includes an easy to follow lesson plan. Prints well in grayscale setting too! Pgs. 7

A fun way to write a poem and review adjectives at the same time! Students will create a Friend Poem using adjectives and then illustrate what they have written. Includes an easy to follow lesson plan! Prints well in grayscale setting too. Pgs. 6

The Mouse and the Motorcycle is a children's novel written by Beverly Cleary. A young mouse named Ralph is thrown into a world of excitement when a boy named Keith and his shiny toy motorcycle check into the Mountain View Inn. Use these activities after reading the novel for a quick assessment tool. Included are: -3 word searches with answers -3 crossword puzzles with answers -3 vocabulary sheets to find and write parts of speech/sentences -vocabulary by chapter sheet, -vocabulary sheet -word sort, to sort the vocabulary words into the correct parts of speech -sentence writing sheet -word make sheet -RALPH and KEITH acrostic templates that could be used for a character sketch Total Pages: 23

Do you like sleepovers? Do you think they are a good idea? In this journal activity students will discuss and write about the advantages/disadvantages of sleepovers. They will also have the opportunity to draw a sleepover scene. Includes an easy to follow lesson plan. Print well in grayscale setting too! Pgs. 6

What better way to celebrate your students' birthdays than by having your students design their own birthday invitation! Have your students complete this fun activity any time of the school year. Includes an easy to follow lesson plan too! Prints well in grayscale setting. Contains U.S. and non-U.S. spelling. Pgs. 6

The Mouse and the Motorcycle is a children's novel written by Beverly Cleary. A young mouse named Ralph is thrown into a world of excitement when a boy named Keith and his shiny toy motorcycle check in to the Mountain View Inn. 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 complete acrostic templates, "Ralph and Keith" and work with some vocabulary found in the novel. Other activities include creating a new book cover/title, designing a bookmark, creating a storyboard, imagery, poster and much more! Total Pages: 20

No Talking is an Andrew Clements novel about a boy and a girl in 5th grade named Dave and Lynsey. They agree to have a boys-against-girls challenge to keep silent for two days. Included in this novel activities resource are questions about the setting, characters, plot and themes. Students also get the opportunity to complete an acrostic template on the "unshushables" create a new book cover/title, design a bookmark, create a storyboard, and poster and much more! Total Pages 12

No Talking is an Andrew Clements novel about a boy and a girl in 5th grade named Dave and Lynsey. They agree to have a boys-against-girls challenge to keep silent for two days. Resources included are: -3 acrostic poem templates (Unshushables, Dave, Lynsey) -2 vocabulary by chapter sheets -4 word searches (answers included) -4 vocabulary matches (answers included) -1 word make sheet with the words "No Talking" Total Pages: 23