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Winter Holiday Close Reading Lesson Plan, Grades 3–8

Using holiday-inspired texts in this close reading lesson plan keeps students engaged and motivated to keep learning. In this article, we'll explore how to use text-dependent...

Thanksgiving Reading Comprehension Worksheets for Grades 1–5 [PDF Printables]

Once Halloween is over, use Thanksgiving to keep the instructional momentum going in your classroom! Here are seven Thanksgiving reading comprehension activities to use with...

13 Ideas for Differentiated Reading Instruction in the Elementary Classroom

Differentiation has been a buzzword in education for years. As a literacy specialist, it is a critical part of my job. Differentiation is how a teacher adapts instruction to...

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Rainbows & Rainclouds Phonics Game

Grades K–3

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Vocab Gal's Favorite Test Prep Resources Kit

Grades 3–12+

Leprechaun Activities to Improve Students' Writing, Grades 1–5

Over the years I have created and acquired many St. Patrick's Day lessons and activities. Today I am sharing some of my favorite leprechaun activities that my students' use...

March Madness Classroom Debate Lesson Plan, Grades 5+

Debates are a fun activity that demands students use a variety of literacy skills. In this article, you'll find a classroom debate lesson plan that is inspired by my love of...

Women's History Month Research Activity, Grades 3–8

Did you know March is Women's History Month? In this article, you'll learn how to celebrate women throughout history in the grades 3–8 classroom with a simple research...

Dr. Seuss Day STEM Worksheets for Read Across America Day

Fun STEM activities are hugely popular in many districts across the country. When my district started folding STEM into our curriculum, I decided since reading is always an...

National Anthem Close Reading Activities for Grades 3–8

In this article, you will learn how to use national anthems to engage students in a variety of close reading activities! Plus, download a free National Anthem Close Reading...

Printable Reading Activities for Black History Month

In honor of Black History Month, I wanted to highlight some of my timely printable reading activities that you may want to try with your students. In this article, you'll...

Close Reading Annotation Worksheet- 'I Have a Dream' by Martin Luther King, Jr.

Every January, I take time to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with students. Today I am sharing with you how I work on close reading annotation using Dr. Martin Luther...

Free Printable New Year Activities for Students, Grades 1–5

The beginning of a New Year is a great time for reflecting and goal setting. Here are three awesome printable New Year activities for students in grades 1–5. These New Year...

Winter Holidays Around the World– Lesson Plans for Elementary Students

The holiday season is a great time to incorporate cultural awareness into instruction! With the "Winter Holidays Around the World" lesson plans students will learn about...

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