Improve vocabulary and writing! Each of the 24 “word-building” lessons in this book features eight words , a word-search letter grid, and three riddles. Exercise themes range from “Farm Animals” and “Furniture,” to “Sweet Treats” and “Transportation.” Students are challenged to find and circle the given words in the letter grid and then answer each riddle using one of the words. Example:“Bicycle. Boat. Bus. I move on a track. What am I?”This lesson unit is a stupendous way for a child to have fun and expand his/her vocabulary at the same time.

Improve vocabulary and writing. Each of the 24 “word-building” lessons in this book features eight words, a word-search letter grid, and four questions that encourage students to use research books to find the answers. Exercise themes range from “Citrus Fruit” and “Sounds” to “Things with Wheels” and “Animals with Horns.” Students are challenged to find and circle the given words in the letter grid and then answer research questions. Example: “A rhinoceros likes to eat ____?” This lesson unit is a solid way for a child to have fun and expand his/her vocabulary at the same time.

Word play makes reading fun. The 25 lessons in this unit use all sorts of word challenges to excite students into improving their reading, comprehension, and thinking skills. Synonyms (chef/cook), homonyms (sow/sew), rhyming words (park/lark), flip-flop words (wed/dew), and compound words (bookmark / airplane) are all featured. Context clues and definitions are presented, but there are no word lists. So, students must come up with the solutions to these creative puzzles on their own. Example: Write a rhyming word for each old word that matches the meaning. “Old word: Hedge. Meaning: Border. New word?” “Old word: Date. Meaning: Part of a fence. New word?”

Improve vocabulary and writing. Each of the 24 “word-building” lessons in this book features up to 18 words, a word-search letter grid, and three filing categories for students to complete. Exercise themes range from “Bon Voyage” and “Be Prepared,” to “Try These Terms” to “Vacation Time.” Students are challenged to find and circle the given words in the letter grid, then categorize the words under three headings. Example: “Write each word below the correct ‘Vacation Time’ category: Places to Visit. Places to Eat. Places to Shop.”This lesson unit is a strong way for a child to have fun and expand his/her vocabulary at the same time.

Each of the 23 lessons in this unit boasts three learning activities. First students use a dictionary to help write sentences about three words that have been presented. Each word relates to a yet unknown “core” word. Next, students complete a dot-to-dot picture that reveals an image of the core word. Finally, having identified the core word, students are asked two research questions about it. The answers to are easily found in an encyclopedia or other resource book. In addition to vocabulary building, the dot-to-dot activities give students practice counting - by odd numbers, by 2’s, starting with 35, and so on.

Grammatical usage of words. This 23-lesson book is packed with activities that teach the correct usage for 46 words commonly misused and misspelled by both children and adults. Such words as between/among, less/fewer, beside/besides, and them/those are explored. Activities include identifying correct and incorrect word usage in sentences, finishing sentence using the proper word, and writing original sentences. This learning unit also includes a pre/post test and clever review exercises.

This wonderful collection of 12 fables features activities sure to develop critical thinking skills and promote maximum comprehension. Each illustrated story is followed by a crossword puzzle plus questions based on Bloom’s Taxonomy and labeled according to a targeted skill/thinking level. The many morals and lessons throughout provide opportunities to work on character building. This 48-page book also includes graphic organizers and a skills chart. Reading Level 3-4 | Interest Level 3-6 Contents Include: - 12 Fables - Comprehension Questions - Cross Word Puzzles - Story Map - Venn Diagram - Story Sequence - Chart of Skills - Suggestions for Use - Answer Key

Main idea, word analysis, analogies, cause and effect, inferences, drawing conclusions... when you need to target specific reading skills this unit is for you! With this unit you won't have to waste time searching through stories and activities to find one that targets the skills you need to include in your lesson plan. This high-interest unit features intriguing, nonfiction stories followed by activities, which are labeled according to the specific skills targeted. There's even a quick reference chart that links specific reading skills to their accompanying stories! A valuable resource and a terrific time saver! Reading Level 2-3 | Interest Level 4-12

Main idea, word analysis, analogies, cause and effect, inferences, drawing conclusions... when you need to target specific reading skills this unit is for you! With this unit you won't have to waste time searching through stories and activities to find one that targets the skills you need to include in your lesson plan. This high-interest unit features intriguing, nonfiction stories followed by activities, which are labeled according to the specific skills targeted. There's even a quick reference chart that links specific reading skills to their accompanying stories! A valuable resource and a terrific time saver! Reading Level 2 | Interest Level 4-12

The wonderful, ready-to-color illustrations featured in this popular classic tale is sure to bring the story to life for your students! The story is followed by three skill-based activity pages and 15 comprehension questions to stimulate an "After You Read" discussion. A great way to pair enjoyment with learning! Contents Include: - Classic Tale - Illustrations for Coloring - Skill-Based Activities - Discussion Questions - Answer Key Reading Level 3-4 | Interest Level 2-5

The wonderful, ready-to-color illustrations featured in this popular classic tale is sure to bring the story to life for your students! The story is followed by three skill-based activity pages and 15 comprehension questions to stimulate an "After You Read" discussion. A great way to pair enjoyment with learning! Contents Include: - Classic Tale - Illustrations for Coloring - Skill-Based Activities - Discussion Questions - Answer Key Reading Level 3-4 | Interest Level 2-5

The wonderful, ready-to-color illustrations featured in this popular classic tale is sure to bring the story to life for your students! The story is followed by three skill-based activity pages and 15 comprehension questions to stimulate an "After You Read" discussion. A great way to pair enjoyment with learning! Contents Include: - Classic Tale - Illustrations for Coloring - Skill-Based Activities - Discussion Questions - Answer Key Reading Level 3-4 | Interest Level 2-5

The wonderful, ready-to-color illustrations featured in this popular classic tale is sure to bring the story to life for your students! The story is followed by three skill-based activity pages and 15 comprehension questions to stimulate an "After You Read" discussion. A great way to pair enjoyment with learning! Contents Include: - Classic Tale - Illustrations for Coloring - Skill-Based Activities - Discussion Questions - Answer Key Reading Level 3-4 | Interest Level 2-5

The wonderful, ready-to-color illustrations featured in this popular classic tale is sure to bring the story to life for your students! The story is followed by three skill-based activity pages and 15 comprehension questions to stimulate an "After You Read" discussion. A great way to pair enjoyment with learning! Contents Include: - Classic Tale - Illustrations for Coloring - Skill-Based Activities - Discussion Questions - Answer Key Reading Level 3-4 | Interest Level 2-5

Compare and Contrast | Find Facts | Research | Analysis This unit features 23 blank graphic organizers that prompt students to research various types of animals. Students are prompted find specific information on a topic in print or digital resources and complete the chart accordingly. Each chart is followed by comprehension questions that ask students to use the information they've documented in the chart to compare and contrast or state facts. Skills Covered Include: - Locate Facts - Interpret Information - Compare & Contrast - Draw Conclusions - Research Example: Topic: Horses Chart: Complete the chart answering the origin, weight, height, and use of three varieties of horses. Comprehension Questions: Name two things quarter horses do. Which horse would most often be used for hunting and jumping?

Compare and Contrast | Find Facts | Research | Analysis This unit features 25 charts packed with facts about animals, history, mythology, science, famous people, holidays, and much more! Each chart is followed by comprehension questions about information found in that chart. Skills Covered Include: - Locate Facts - Interpret Information - Compare & Contrast - Draw Conclusions - Research Each activity page also includes an additional research activity that prompts students to use a print or digital source to find more information on the same topic. Have students use their research to update the original chart, create a new chart, or as writing prompt for an essay.

Compare and Contrast | Find Facts | Research | Analysis This unit features 23 blank graphic organizers that prompt students to research various types of animals. Students are prompted find specific information on a topic in print or digital resources and complete the chart accordingly. Each chart is followed by comprehension questions that ask students to use the information they've documented in the chart to compare and contrast or state facts. Skills Covered Include: - Locate Facts - Interpret Information - Compare & Contrast - Draw Conclusions - Research Example: Topic: Reptiles / Turtles Chart: Complete the chart answering the size, habitat, food, and physical characteristics. Comprehension Questions: Which of these turtles is the largest? What is the main difference between a tortoise and the other two turtles?

The wonderful, ready-to-color illustrations featured in this popular classic tale is sure to bring the story to life for your students! The story is followed by three skill-based activity pages and 15 comprehension questions to stimulate an "After You Read" discussion. A great way to pair enjoyment with learning! Contents Include: - Classic Tale - Illustrations for Coloring - Skill-Based Activities - Discussion Questions - Answer Key Reading Level 3-4 | Interest Level 2-5

The wonderful, ready-to-color illustrations featured in this popular classic tale is sure to bring the story to life for your students! The story is followed by three skill-based activity pages and 15 comprehension questions to stimulate an "After You Read" discussion. A great way to pair enjoyment with learning! Contents Include: - Classic Tale - Illustrations for Coloring - Skill-Based Activities - Discussion Questions - Answer Key Reading Level 3-4 | Interest Level 2-5