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

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

These reproducible pages are a collection of quick and easy activities to get the students motivated to start writing about a particular subject/theme. The following subjects/themes are included: -adjectives -verb tenses -topic sentences -parts of a paragraphs -parts of story -developing writing ideas -reading -school -weather -inventions -recycling -water -friends -peace -anti-bullying -being helpful -giving Happy writing! Total Pages 26

A St. Patrick's Day package filled with "Fun Activities"! Included are: -2 acrostics templates -3 math sheets - crossword puzzle (answer sheet included) -alphabetical order vocabulary sheet (answer sheet included) -sentence writing sheet -word make sheet Total Pages 13

The Outsiders Vocabulary by Chapter is intended to be used along side with the novel by S. E. Hinton. Use the vocabulary to introduce each of the 12 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 7

My Parts of Speech Snowman is a fun unit that incorporates the winter/snowman theme with "parts of speech". Great to use before, during or after reading any "Snowman" book with your class. Prints well in black/white. Can be used for Special Ed. and ESL students too! Included in the unit are: -a mini "parts of speech" poster -4 sheets to circle the nouns, adjectives, verbs and adverbs -4 fill in the blanks sentence sheets (nouns, adjectives, verbs and adverbs) -an activity for students to create a unique snowman using items that they will color, cut and paste (sample included) -4 alphabetical order sheets (nouns, adjectives, verbs and adverbs) Total Pages 20

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

Wonder by R.J. Palacio is about a ten-year-old boy named August Pullman, who was born looking different and was not expected to survive. A wonderful novel that is written in multiple points-of-view. August's, Via's, Summer's, Jack's, Justin's and Miranda's. In this activity, students will write a point form summary after reading each part. Contains sheets for all sections of the 8 different parts of the novel. Use this activity in your Literature Circles or Language Centers. TIP--Divide your class into 8 groups and give them each a part to complete. After completing they could present each part to the class. It could be used as a quick assessment after completing each of the 8 parts of the novel. Total Pages 34

This package contains activities to complete before, during and after reading the novel, Wonder by R.J. Palacio. -2 acrostic poems -4 page book report -2 word searches with answers -Vocabulary activities P.S. When printing horizontal pages, change page set up on printer to "landscape". 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 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 18

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

Great to complete as a class or individually! Les élèves écriront un poème acrostiche en utilisant la feuille de vocabulaire pour les aider . Une feuille pour écrire des phrases est inclus . Faire des mots avec les mots, "Joyeux Noël" Photocopier la feuille en noir et blanc et après les étudiants pourraient colorer l'arbre de Noël. Pgs. 5

A fun and festive way to get students to learn or practice their multiplication skills! Includes 63 double digit multiplication questions and an answer sheet. Answers included! Can be used as full sheet cards or cut up as task cards. Print on cardstock paper, cut and laminate to use as individual/group practice. Can be used in math centers as well! Great for Special Ed. students too! P.S. Print in color or greyscale. Pages: 11

A fun and festive way to get students to learn or practice their multiplication skills! Includes multiplication questions from 1 to 10 and an answer sheet. Can be used as full sheet cards or cut up as task cards. Print on cardstock paper, cut and laminate to use as individual/group practice. Can be used in math centers as well! Great for Special Ed. students too! P.S. Print in color or greyscale. Pages: 13

Just in time to start thinking about Christmas! Included are templates that could be used for stories and poetry. Also included are ready to use French acrostic templates. Students can colo(u)r the fun template frames as well! Once completed, templates could be framed to make a quick gift for someone special at Christmas. Pgs. 21

A great way to incorporate Christmas, Christmas symbols and adjectives in French! This fun activity can be used with a whole class, while brainstorming or individually in centers. In this activity, students will choose French 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.