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Over twenty years teaching, developing lessons and conducting professional development - coupled with fiction and film writing - is who I am. Family, education and writing define what I love.

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Over twenty years teaching, developing lessons and conducting professional development - coupled with fiction and film writing - is who I am. Family, education and writing define what I love.
Five Minutes to Sight Word Fluency
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Five Minutes to Sight Word Fluency

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Differentiated site word practice. Over 140 pages of sight word printables -- These blackline masters help students learn site words by reading passages and writing sentences -- and then repeating the process. Sight words are the most commonly used words in reading and writing and represent about 67% of words students encounter in daily text. These words are often grouped and learned by grade level. The site words contained herein are the first one hundred, plus essential words from subsequent lists designed to help struggling and early readers recognize them automatically. The following passages are great for increasing the fluency of beginning readers. They start out easy and become increasingly difficult, but not too difficult. The passages may be used as bell ringers, buddy work and homework practice, or all three, as research indicates that repeated reading of the same passage helps increase fluency. The passages are basic and enable students to read from simple to more complex sentences as they become more familiar with the particular site word around which each passage is written. Research also indicates that memorizing site words by list is less effective and less desirable than through authentic passage reading and writing exercises. The value of identifying and truly learning site words exists within reading practice and even phonics lessons (Farrell, Osenga and Hunter, 2013) that mimic genuine reading work. That’s why we’ve designed our worksheets to isolate each word, put it in a passage and then require students to think about the word as they write their own sentences and then go back and re-read what they wrote. Check out my other resources at: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/elizabethpinotti
Daily Devotions: Bible Study Warm-Ups for 2nd Grade
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Daily Devotions: Bible Study Warm-Ups for 2nd Grade

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These daily Graces or Devotions are intended to be quick writes and help with critical thinking, comprehension -- as well as Bible study. They are perfect for the beginning of the day, the beginning of class periods or end of the day actiities. They are aligned with the standards and 21st Century skills in that each verse touches on a standard that is required for college admission, while not sacrificing the strength of His work. Each Quick Write begins with a Bible Verse and extends to the world in which students live today. Each Daily Devotion takes Bible passages and requires students to think and write about things important to them, things happening in their lives – relevant to their world. By connecting standards, His Word and their lives – students gain a greater understanding of the teachings of our Lord and Savior, the Holy Trinity and everything that encompasses our Bible – as they gain valuable reading and writing skills required for college in the process. These Devotions also present an opportunity for creativity, collaboration, cooperation and criticalThinking – if desired. Each devotion requires students to look within themselves, reflect on how they are living and how they can find their place in the world - with the Holy Spirit in their heart, but they also present opportunities for teachers to have students write and share their ideas, insights, strengths and weaknesses with partners and the whole class – in order to maximize engagement. A Quick Write as “a literacy strategy which can be used in any content area to develop writing fluency, to build the habit of reflection into a learning experience, and to informally assess student thinking. The strategy asks learners to respond in 2–10 minutes to an open-ended question or prompt posed by the teacher. This workbook combines Bible study, relevant issues, fluency and infuses a habit of reflection.
Daily Bible Study Reading and Writing Warm-Ups for Grade 6
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Daily Bible Study Reading and Writing Warm-Ups for Grade 6

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"Bible Study Quick Writes" are a fast and fun way for youth to learn the Bible – while getting in some writing and word practice as they go. Ten minutes - from start to finish - is all it takes for youth to analyze, think critically, reflect and learn His word. This devotional is designed for Sixth Grade students is designed to help students, study school learners, kids attending catechism, homeschoolers -- all children -- travel through Bible verse study while getting an understanding of the goodness and strength of the Lord. This 124-page devotional workbook for youth 11-15 is perfect for use as warm-ups, bell ringers, for whole class study, homeschool, CCD, at the beginning of Sunday School lessons and more. Both homeschool and private school students will benefit from learning the Bible in five to ten minutes per day.
Five Minutes to Fluency Bundle + DOL on the Side
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Five Minutes to Fluency Bundle + DOL on the Side

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RESOURCE !: Differentiated site word practice. Over 140 pages of site word printables -- These blackline masters help students learn site words by reading passages and writing sentences -- and then repeating the process. Site words are the most commonly used words in reading and writing and represent about 67% of words students encounter in daily text. These words are often grouped and learned by grade level. The site words contained herein are the first one hundred, plus essential words from subsequent lists designed to help struggling and early readers recognize them automatically. The following passages are great for increasing the fluency of beginning readers. They start out easy and become increasingly difficult, but not too difficult. The passages may be used as bell ringers, buddy work and homework practice, or all three, as research indicates that repeated reading of the same passage helps increase fluency. The passages are basic and enable students to read from simple to more complex sentences as they become more familiar with the particular site word around which each passage is written. Research also indicates that memorizing site words by list is less effective and less desirable than through authentic passage reading and writing exercises. The value of identifying and truly learning site words exists within reading practice and even phonics lessons (Farrell, Osenga and Hunter, 2013) that mimic genuine reading work. That’s why we’ve designed our worksheets to isolate each word, put it in a passage and then require students to think about the word as they write their own sentences and then go back and re-read what they wrote. RESOURCE II: 198 Pages Five Minutes to Fluency and Comprehension is a research-based program that easily fits into any busy school day. Five minutes, from start to finish, as students peer read, one and two minute strategically worded passages and stories, partner review and then provide instant feedback. Five Minutes to Fluency and Comprehension offers a quick, simple and inexpensive way to increase fluency and comprehension. The program is for classroom use, but can easily be incorporated into take home or parent involvement activities. The instructions are easy to follow, best of all, Five Minutes to Fluency and Comprehension is easy to differentiate, adapt as close readings and effortlessly incorporate Response to Intervention into a whole class or individual setting. Table of Contents Instructions for Fluency Letter Pages 5 Instructions for Fluency Practice for a Group or Class 6 A Few Words About Reading Instruction 9 Practice Passages: Letters to Words 11 Short “a” Letter Page 12 Short “e” Letter Page 14 Short “i” Letter Page 16 Short “o” Letter Page 18 Short “u” Letter Page 20 Long “a” Letter Page 22 Long “e” Letter Page 24 Long “i” Letter Page 26 Long “o” Letter Page 28 Long “u” Letter Page 30 “c” Letter Page 32 “m” Letter Page 34 “p” Letter Page 36 “f” Letter Page 38 “b” Letter Page 40 “ar” Letter Page 42 “ar” and “ur” Letter Page 44 “ow” Letter Page 46 Passages 49 High Frequency Words 50 Fluency “ir”, “or” and “our” 56 Fluency Words “long e spelled y” 58 Fluency Words “Contractions” 61 Fluency Words “Consonant Pairs” 64 Fluency “th” Words 67 Fluency “s” or “es” Words 70 Fluency Soft “c” and “s” Words 73 Fluency Words “Compound Words” 76 Fluency Words “f”, “ff” and “ough” 79 Fluency Words “w”, “wh” and “h” 82 Fluency Words “More High Frequency Words” 85 Fluency Words ”Even More HFW” 88 Fluency “Words, Words, Words” 91 Fluency “Words Again” 94 Fluency “Words Revisited” 97 Fluency “More Words to Read 100 Fluency “The Other Sound of C 103 Fluency “Almost Last Set of Words” 106 Fluency “Last Set of Words” 109 Fluency “Action Words” 112 Fluency “Things” 113 Fluency D, F and G Words 114 Words to Read and Know 115 Fluency First Hundred 116 Fluency First Hundred – Part 2 117 Fluency First Hundred – Part 3 118 Vowels 119 Fluency Short Vowels “a” 121 Fluency Short Vowels “e” 123 Fluency Short Vowel “I” 125 Fluency Short Vowel “o” 127 Fluency Short Vowel “u” 129 Fluency Long Vowels “a” 131 Fluency Long “e” 133 Fluency Long “I” 135 Fluency Long “o” Words 137 Fluency Long “u” Words 139 Passages 141 Story Passages 179 Inventory Sheets and Logs 191! !
Daily Devotions: Bible Study Quick Writes for Third Grade
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Daily Devotions: Bible Study Quick Writes for Third Grade

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"Bible Study Quick Writes" are a fast and fun way for primary aged children to learn the Bible – while getting in some writing and word practice as they go. This devotional is designed for Third Grade students and incorporates cursive practice as well. This version also comes without Cursive practice! Students, homeschoolers -- all children -- travel through Bible verse study while getting an understanding of the goodness and strength of the Lord. This 122-page devotional for children 7-9 is perfect for use as warm-ups, bell ringers, for whole class study, homeschool and more. Both homeschool and private school students will benefit from learning the Bible in five to ten minutes per day.
Dealing With the December Dilemma: December Lessons for the 21st Century
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Dealing With the December Dilemma: December Lessons for the 21st Century

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Counter the December Dilemma with rich lessons and links on Christmas, the Native American Miwok Big Time Festival, Ramadan, Hanukkah, Christmas, traditions and holidays in general in a culturally competent context. Also included: an original story about a group of children who combine their holidays into one that focuses on the central themes of all: peace, good will to men and hope. Table of Contents #1 Countering the December Dilemma Photos for Brainstorm – Fourth of July #3 Miwok Big Time #4 Student Page: Indian Grinding Rock #5 Photo for Indian Grinding Rock Activity #6 Student Page: Chaw’se #7 Student Page: Miwok Roundhouse #8 Hanukkah #9 Student Page: The Dreidel #10 Student Page: Make a Dreidel #11 Ramadan #12 Student Page: Ramadan #13 Student Page: Good Deed Quilt #14 Kwanzaa #15 Student Page: Kwanzaa #16: Christmas #17 Student Page: The Origin of the Christmas Tree #18 Student Page: My Christmas Tree Origin Story #19: Student Page: Traditions I Do #20 Student Page: My Traditions Comic Strip #21 Holiday RAFT Assignment #22 What is a R.A.F.T.? #23 RAFT Rubric #24 My Investigation #25 Holiday Cutouts for My Investigation #26 Holiday Cutouts for My Investigation #27 Kwanmisadomakuh Big Time: Literature Unit Original Illustrated Story Common Core Aligned Literature Study Worksheets
"Alice's Adventures in Wonderland" Interactive Reader -- ebook and 100's of Lessons
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"Alice's Adventures in Wonderland" Interactive Reader -- ebook and 100's of Lessons

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"Alice's Adventures in Wonderland Interactive Reader" was designed specifically with 21st Century Learning and the tenants of higher order thinking in mind. The activity infused unit study offers built-in differentiation, is jam-packed with black-line masters that foster student engagement and higher order thinking and is easily adjustable to remedial, gifted and every student in between. Carroll's beloved novel is laid out, chapter-by-chapter, with questions, literary study, writing activities, source document analysis, links to other resources, Socratic Seminar templates, vocabulary activities, games, interactive notebook pages and a whole lot more! There are also end of book questions and activities as well as in-depth character explanations and information on themes and other literature nuances. A must-have for any teacher embarking on an "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland" unit study. Check out my other “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland” resources and a big Bundle at: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/elizabethpinotti
ALL Go Fish! Concentration Sight Word CCSS Bundle Plus Word Families
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ALL Go Fish! Concentration Sight Word CCSS Bundle Plus Word Families

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Great for whole class, early finishers, interventions, buddy work and more... This bundle includes : 40 Words 160 Card Deck for Pre-K 52 Words – 240 Card Deck for K 41 Words – 204 Card Deck for 1st 46 Words: 184 Card Deck for 2nd Grade 41 Words: 164 Card Deck for 3rd Grade 51 Dolch Noun List 1: 204 Card Deck 42 Dolch Noun List 2: 204 Card Deck Plus: "Word Family Flowers: Phonics - 45 word families in all.
Daily Bible Quick Writes for 4th Grade - Bible Study in 10 Minute Warm-Ups
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Daily Bible Quick Writes for 4th Grade - Bible Study in 10 Minute Warm-Ups

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These daily Graces or Devotions are intended to be quick writes. They are perfect for the beginning of the day, the beginning of class periods or end of the day activities. They are aligned with the standards and 21st Century skills in that each verse touches on a standard that is required for college admission, while not sacrificing the strength of His work. Each Quick Write begins with a Bible Verse and extends to the world in which students live today.   The Daily Devotion takes Bible passages and requires students to think and write about things important to them, things happening in their lives – relevant to their world. By connecting standards, His Word and their lives – students gain a greater understanding of the teachings of our Lord and Savior – and gain valuable reading and writing skills required for college in the process.   These Devotions also present an opportunity for Creativity, Collaboration, Cooperation and Critical Thinking – if desired. Each Devotion requires students to look within themselves, reflect how they are living and how they can find their place in the world and with the Holy Spirit in their heart, but they also present opportunities for teachers to have students write and share their ideas, insights, strengths and weaknesses with partners and the whole – in order to maximize engagement.
Journey's through Reading: Fantasyland 1 Bundle ELD/Centers/Early Finishers
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Journey's through Reading: Fantasyland 1 Bundle ELD/Centers/Early Finishers

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Journeys through Reading – Grade 5 – is a series of English Language Arts lessons that allows students to incorporate engaging and essential ELA themes and standards while learning about fun places to visit. Perfect for centers, early finishers, ESL, intervention and more. This bundle contains THREE print and go units of activities that include: fluency practice, comprehension, word play, informational text study and more. Perfect for whole class, groups, pairs, intervention, centers and more. Use with the entire Journey series for a comprehensive fifth grade program. Works for summer school as well. • Nine pages in color and also in black and white for printing ease • Great for students learning English • Great for early finishers • Work in pairs for intervention Students practice reading, writing and speaking skills • Access their creativity • Learn new words • Learn about new places
Journeys through Reading: Grade 5: Disneyland - Bundle 2 ESL, Centers, Interventions
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Journeys through Reading: Grade 5: Disneyland - Bundle 2 ESL, Centers, Interventions

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Journeys through Reading – Grade 5 – is a series of English Language Arts lessons that allows students to incorporate engaging and essential ELA themes and standards while learning about fun places to visit. Perfect for centers, early finishers, ESL, intervention and more. Disneyland: Bundle 2– contain three 12 page -print and go lessons that include: fluency practice, comprehension, word play, informational text study and more. Perfect for whole class, groups, pairs, intervention, centers and more. Use with the entire Journey series for a comprehensive fifth grade program. Works for summer school as well. • Seven pages in color and also in black and white for printing ease • Great for students learning English • Great for early finishers • Work in pairs for intervention Students practice reading, writing and speaking skills • Access their creativity • Learn new words • Learn about new places Key Ideas and Details: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.5.1 Quote accurately from a text when explaining what the text says explicitly and when drawing inferences from the text. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.5.2 Determine two or more main ideas of a text and explain how they are supported by key details; summarize the text. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.5.3 Explain the relationships or interactions between two or more individuals, events, ideas, or concepts in a historical, scientific, or technical text based on specific information in the text. Craft and Structure: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.5.4 Determine the meaning of general academic and domain-specific words and phrases in a text relevant to a grade 5 topic or subject area. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.5.5 Compare and contrast the overall structure (e.g., chronology, comparison, cause/effect, problem/solution) of events, ideas, concepts, or information in two or more texts. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.5.6 Analyze multiple accounts of the same event or topic, noting important similarities and differences in the point of view they represent. Integration of Knowledge and Ideas: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.5.7 Draw on information from multiple print or digital sources, demonstrating the ability to locate an answer to a question quickly or to solve a problem efficiently. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.5.8 Explain how an author uses reasons and evidence to support particular points in a text, identifying which reasons and evidence support which point(s). CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.5.9 Integrate information from several texts on the same topic in order to write or speak about the subject knowledgeably.
ELA/History Cross Curricular Source Document Analysis State of the Union Speech/Thomas Jefferson and John Adams
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ELA/History Cross Curricular Source Document Analysis State of the Union Speech/Thomas Jefferson and John Adams

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The non-fiction Common Core aligned readings and primary source Document Pamphlet series: Discovering America is designed to help students read for information and think critically while forming their own ideas. Students and adults alike will discover history by looking at artifacts constructed by the people who shaped the United States of America. Perfect for any classroom, from Fifth Grade to college, this series engages students and prompts them to think for themselves, question, reflect and gain a deeper understanding of history. 100s of Pages of Engaging Student Document Analysis, lessons, debates and Activities.
Cinderella Bundle 1: Egyptian; Fair, Brown and Trembling; Naya: The Inuit Cinderella & Persian Cinderella
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Cinderella Bundle 1: Egyptian; Fair, Brown and Trembling; Naya: The Inuit Cinderella & Persian Cinderella

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No Prep Book Units for: The Egyptian Cinderella Fair, Brown and Trembling Naya: The Inuit Cinderella The Persian Cinderella These No Prep Book Units is a companion to “The Korean Cinderella" by Shirley Climo and contains pages and pages of interactive, cross-curricular and engaging activities -- all standards-aligned. This print-and-go unit contains interactive journal pages, essay template and teaching guide, social studies assignments, quizzes and a whole lot more. Differentiated for use with the whole class.
Fantastic Mr. Fox No Prep Novel Unit
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Fantastic Mr. Fox No Prep Novel Unit

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This is a complete no prep Novel Unit for “Fantastic Mr. Fox” by Roald Dahl Over 130 pages of: activities, lessons, writing templates, interactive notebook pages, formative assessments, teaching presentations fluency, daily warm-ups comprehension and more. Differentiated for grades 3-6 with Common Core State Standards alignment pages for quick reference. Also includes two weeks worth of Daily Reading and Writing Warm-Ups - Roald Dahl and Fantastic Mr. Fox themed. This is an all inclusive – must have – engaging lesson for all levels. This is a comprehensive novel unit that is research-based and offers high-order reading, writing and thinking activities. Plus three teaching PowerPoints: Literary Elements, Plot Diagram and From Sentence Sorting to Essay Writing –a template-based, differentiated guide to writing
Seven FUN CINDERELLA No Prep Units
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Seven FUN CINDERELLA No Prep Units

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This bundle contains SEVEN NO PREP Book Units and contains pages and pages of interactive, cross-curricular and engaging activities -- all standards-aligned. This print-and-go unit contains interactive journal pages, a review of Cinderella Elements PowerPoint – with compare and contrast for PowerPoint, essays, social studies assignments, quizzes and a whole lot more. Differentiated for use with the whole class. Dinorella CinderHazel Cinderella Penguin Cinderella and the Hot Air Balloon Cindy Ellen: A Wild Western Cinderella Prince Cinders Smoky Mountain Rose: An Appalachian Cinderella
Cinderella Around the World
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Cinderella Around the World

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This Bundle combines many of the Cinderella Book Units I have in my shop including" Cendrillon The Salmon Princess Egyptian Cinderella Fair, Brown and Trembling Jouanah: The Hmong Cinderella The Rough-Face Girl Cindy Ellen: A Wild Western Cinderella Prince Cenders Naya: The Inuit Cinderella Dinorella CinderHazel Cinderella and the Hot Air Balloon Smoky Mountain Rose The Persian Cinderella Cinderella Penguin