Introducing our captivating “Animals in Space News Article Writing Unit” - The Ultimate Resource to Explore the Amazing Journey of Laika the Space Dog! Step into the world of space exploration with our awe-inspiring news article writing unit, centered around the remarkable first dog in space - Laika! This print-and-go writing resource features 10 engaging lessons and worksheets that will take students on a thrilling journey of comprehension, grammar skills, and news article writing. Through a mentor text on Laika’s historic space mission, students will learn the essential features of news articles while mastering direct quotes, adverbials of time, and relative clauses to add depth to their writing. Benefits: Empowering News Article Writing: Our unit teaches the key elements of news articles, equipping students with the tools to craft compelling and informative pieces. Cultivating Grammar Proficiency: Through direct quotes, adverbials of time, and relative clauses, students will strengthen their grammar skills, enhancing their writing fluency. Inspiring Animal Pioneers: By learning about Laika and other animals in space, students will be inspired by the bravery and contribution of these pioneering animals. Key Features: Historic Space Adventure: Dive into the captivating life of Laika the space dog, igniting curiosity and wonder about animals’ roles in space exploration. Comprehensive Writing Lessons: With 10 engaging lessons, students will develop their writing skills, from comprehension and grammar to crafting their own compelling space animal news articles. Independent Research: Students will have the opportunity to research their own animal pioneers in space, fostering independent learning and critical thinking. Embark on a journey of discovery and journalistic excellence with our “Animals in Space News Article Writing Unit.” Witness your students’ growth as they become skilled writers, inspired by the incredible stories of animals in space. What’s included: 10 lesson sequence plan Reading comprehension text Reading comprehension worksheets Features of a news article worksheet Grammar worksheet - adverbials of time Grammar worksheet - relative clauses First draft worksheets Adding direct quotes & interviewing worksheet News article templates Writing checklists Don’t miss this opportunity to ignite a passion for space exploration and journalism in your students. Grab your writing unit now and set their imaginations soaring with “Animals in Space News Article Writing Unit”! Perfect for fostering curiosity, writing proficiency, and appreciation for animal pioneers in space.

Don’t miss this opportunity to embark on an out-of-this-world writing adventure with our Alien Abduction Creative Writing Unit. Unleash the Power of Imagination and Creativity with this Thrilling Abduction Story! Ignite your students’ creativity and writing prowess with this fantastic, minimal-prep creative writing unit, inspired by the abduction story of Barney and Betty Hill. This comprehensive resource is designed to transport students to a world of visualized characters and settings, where they will create drama, build suspense, and master the art of using vivid descriptions to captivate readers. Perfect for all learners, including reluctant readers and writers, this unit promises an exciting and engaging learning experience! Key Features: Comprehensive Lesson Plans: Enjoy 10 thoughtfully crafted lesson plans that guide students through the creative writing process, from visualization to editing and publishing. Diverse Activities: Our unit includes a range of activities, from comprehension and mentor text analysis to grammar exercises and creative writing planning worksheets. Checklists for Excellence: Empower students to take ownership of their writing with checklists that support them in using descriptive language, similes, adverbials of place, and more. Benefits: Inspiring Creative Expression: Immerse students in an abduction story filled with mystery and excitement, encouraging them to unleash their imagination and bring their narratives to life. Fostering Language Skills: The unit encompasses reading comprehension, inference, retrieval questions, similes, adverbials of place, and other language features, promoting overall language proficiency. Empowering Self-Publishers: Students will have the opportunity to edit and publish their stories, fostering pride in their writing accomplishments. Perfect for space week or science week writing activities, as well as integrating conspiracy theories, aliens, and UFO themes into an exciting writing journey. Grab your resource now and watch as students beam with enthusiasm and showcase their creative storytelling skills! What’s included: 10 lesson plans Comprehension & Mentor text 5 comprehension activities Adverbials of place grammar worksheet Creative writing planning worksheet Creative writing worksheets with checklists**

Spark insightful debates as students explore and advocate for different renewable energy sources, persuading the King to embrace the most sustainable and environmentally friendly option for the town. An exhilarating educational resource inspired by the captivating book, “The King Who Banned the Dark.” These print and go writing worksheets, paired with evidence-based writing checklists, are perfect for busy teachers seeking to nurture persuasive writing and critical thinking skills in their students. Key Features and Benefits: Literature Connection: Engage students and inspire meaningful discussions about energy use and environmental impact. Sustainability Focus: Deepen students’ understanding of renewable energy sources, encouraging them to consider the most sustainable options. Critical Thinking and Persuasive Writing: Cultivate students’ critical thinking skills and writing prowess as they construct compelling, evidence-based arguments during the debates. Comprehensive Resources: A rich selection of resources, including a glossary, debate topics, rules, research worksheets, sentence starters, opening speech example, rebuttal and rebuttal responses worksheets, closing speech example, debate checklist, and debate rubric. Audience Debate Reflections: Foster further growth in debating skills as students observe and reflect on other groups’ performances. Versatile Use: Perfect for debates, energy science units, light and dark science units, sustainability studies, whole group, small group, and guided reading activities. Inspire your students to become eloquent advocates for renewable energy sources while delving into the captivating story of “The King Who Banned the Dark.” With our comprehensive resources, students will develop essential skills, debate with enthusiasm, and embrace the importance of sustainability in energy choices. Unleash the power of persuasive writing and critical thinking with our Energy Debate Worksheets today! ** Due to copyright reasons The King Who Banned the Dark is not included in this resource.**

Introducing our fantastic, no-prep Scientific Lab Report Worksheets, specially designed for elementary students! These print and go lab reports are the perfect solution for busy teachers seeking to provide comprehensive support for students in creating detailed and structured scientific reports. With two lab report workbooks - one simple and one more detailed with a report writing rubric - these worksheets offer a wealth of features to guide students through the scientific process effectively. Benefits: Comprehensive Structure: Our lab report worksheets cover all the essential components of a scientific report, including question formulation, hypothesis, materials, fair testing, procedure, data collection, results, conclusion, and more. Students will develop a thorough understanding of the scientific method and report writing. Scaffolded Learning: The two workbook options cater to different learning levels, allowing students to progress from simpler lab reports to more detailed and sophisticated scientific writing. This scaffolded approach fosters confidence and skill development. Rubric for Success: The included scientific lab report rubric empowers students to understand evaluation criteria and strive for excellence in their scientific writing. It also streamlines grading for teachers. Hands-On Learning: The experiment planning and results sheets encourage students to engage in real scientific experimentation, promoting active and experiential learning. What’s Included: Lab Report Features: Explore the essential elements of a scientific lab report to ensure students understand the components they need to include. Lab Report Writing Features: Help students develop effective writing skills specific to scientific reports, such as clear explanations, accurate data representation, and scientific language. Experiment Planning Sheet: Guide students in planning their experiments thoughtfully, promoting organized and structured scientific investigations. Experiment Results Sheet: Encourage students to record and analyze their experiment results, fostering critical thinking and data interpretation. With our Scientific Lab Report Worksheets, you’ll empower students to become confident and articulate scientific writers. They’ll gain valuable experience in the scientific process, research, and communication, nurturing critical thinking and analytical skills. Perfect for a range of lessons, assessments, science projects, and science fairs, this resource is an invaluable addition to any elementary classroom.