5th Grade Writing Google Apps

Before beginning the study of history, students need to know how to study:

These activities walk students through the steps of quality researching. This is a great way to begin a study of social studies. Students are guided to an understanding of what is good information and what is not.

Students will:

• recognize the lens through which we study history
• recognize the difference between primary and secondary sources
• recognize what is fact and what is opinion
• learn how to properly research and evaluate information
• research and present information about kids who have made a difference

Aligns with 5th grade Studies Weekly week 1-4.

What's included:

• Teacher directions.
• Student instructions.
• Worksheets.
• Templates.
• Research topics.
• Follow up questions.
• Links to digital activities.
• Links to reliable research sites.

How is this product useful:

• Low prep for teachers.
• Easy follow directions.
• Follow up questions add rigor.
• Engaging activities for students.

Empower your 3rd-6th graders to become master storytellers and critical readers with this Plot Diagram Story Structure packet! It is packed with engaging graphic organizers and activities designed to help upper elementary students understand and apply the key elements of story structure.

Story Elements (Plot Diagram) Story Structure, Narrative, Digital and  Printable. Students use graphic organizers and story maps to analyze and identify the five parts of a story structure: (PLOT) Exposition, Rising Actions, Climax, Falling Actions, and Resolution. Perfect for 3rd–6th grade students.

Integrate reading into writing with this no-prep packet. Vocabulary cards, task cards, graphic organizers, and more are ready for you to print, assign, or place in your reading centers. Use them in whole groups or small groups. Practice throughout the year and watch your students succeed. 

Included:

⭐ Lesson Plans

⭐ Rubric & Answer Keys if It Applies.

⭐ Chart

⭐ Tips on how to use and prepare

⭐ A Read Aloud Example to guide you.

⭐ Maps to use to introduce the lesson

⭐ Vocabulary Words And Definitions (Digital & Printable)

⭐ Vocabulary Match It Cards (Digital & Printable)

⭐ Story Structure Task Cards (Digital & Printable)

⭐ Story Structure Graphic Organizer (Digital & Printable)

⭐ Story Structure Tri-Fold Book (Digital & Printable)

This resource: 

⭐ Engaging that makes learning fun

⭐ Reuse all year long.

⭐ Differentiated instruction to meet individual needs

⭐ Easy-to-implement activities for busy teachers

Ready to transform your reading lessons and empower your students? 

Don't delay – unlock the potential of your classroom with our No Prep Story Structure Packet.

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⭐ November Holidays ELA Packet

⭐ Self-Checking Google Sheet Bundle 3rd-5th Grade

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Literacy Tales

Where Stories Come Alive✎

Ready for an editable digital novel study for any book that you can prep in minutes instead of all weekend? Ready to engage your students in reading with top-notch digital novel study activities as easy as clicking the assign button? This low-prep digital novel study for any book is exactly what you’re looking for!  

This digital novel study for any book includes a customizable template for vocabulary and reading comprehension questions by chapter. The activities in this editable digital novel study also include the opportunity to practice reading strategies, reading comprehension skills, literacy skills, respond to writing prompts, and review language skills. 

The flexible format makes it a breeze to assign reading comprehension skills to match the needs of your students, the literacy concepts most in need of reinforcing, or even the reading and writing skills demanded by the curriculum calendar. 

WHAT’S INSIDE THIS FOR ANY BOOK DIGITAL NOVEL STUDY? 

Teaching instructions and ideas for implementing in your classroom

5 reusable template for vocabulary and comprehension

21 reading skills assignments including:

• visualization
• inference
• prediction
• similes and metaphors
• sensory images
• connecting to text
• summarization
• generating questions
• character traits
• main idea and details
• compare and contrast
• cause and effect
• fact and opinion
• figurative language
• elements of plot
• signposts
• plot diagram
• theme
• quest
• fantasy vs. reality
• historical context

7 customizable writing prompts and response pages including:

• informational writing
• response to reading
• letter writing
• poetry
• persuasive writing
• narrative writing
• how-to writing

4 language/grammar skills pages including:

• nouns

• verbs

• adjectives and antonyms

• adverbs

A link to a bonus black and white printable version of this BOOK TITLE novel study is included. For a preview of that resource CLICK HERE.

**PLEASE NOTE** You do not need to purchase the printable version. It is included with the purchase of this product*****

You will absolutely love this customizable digital novel study because it works well as a distance learning alternative, in a Daily 5/CAFE setting, as a literature circle reading group log, as well as in a traditionally structured reading class. Or even leave it as a reading activity for the substitute.

Quick and easy…just fill in your must-have content, click, and go! The ease of prep and format make this editable novel study for any book perfect for Read with Someone stations, independent classwork, or send-home packets. Students will be eagerly interacting with the text and growing as readers! The hardest part of this customizable digital novel study will be keeping students from reading ahead.

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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️  “An excellent novel study with a comprehensive abundance of activities and skills. I really enjoyed using it with my class this year.”

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Novel Study MEGA BUNDLE of the Whole Library

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Reflection Sheets | Reflection Worksheets | Reading and Writing Reflections

ABOUT THIS BUNDLE

★ Reflection Sheets Bundle

★ 47 pages

★ Includes 5 products

★ Print and Digital

★ Excellent for Upper Elementary, Middle and High School Students

★ Can be used in ANY subject area

★ Worksheets come with and without graphics

This Bundle includes:

★ 6 Behavior Reflection Sheets

★ 4 Groupwork Reflection Sheets

★ 3 Accountable Talk Reflection Sheets

★ 5 Reading Reflection Sheets

★ 4 Writing Reflection Sheets

★ 1 Writing Skills List Sheet

★ Google Slide Links

Products included in this BUNDLE:

▶️ Writing Reflection Sheets

▶️ Reading Reflection Sheets

▶️ Accountable Talk Reflection Sheets

▶️ Groupwork Reflection Sheets

▶️ Behavior Reflection Sheets

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✅ Students' reflection on group learning, reading, writing, discussion, and behavior helps them identify areas and skills that need both improvement and enrichment. These reflection sheet packets encourage students to reflect about their experiences during the learning process and develop an appreciation for particular skills involved.

✅ These Reflection Sheets are student-friendly making it feasible for students of all levels to think and write about their reading, writing, behavior, and overall participation in both an independent setting or a collaborative learning environment. Reflection Sheets contain images, sentence starters, and questions to really help students answer the reflection questions and think about their overall learning experiences in the classroom. They are especially student-friendly for SPED and ELL students!

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✅ This bundle includes both print and digital versions (with text boxes already created)! You can assign reflection sheets to students in person or remotely – either way works!

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Introducing how to Identify and write compound sentences has never been easier! This resource includes identifying independent clauses, a list of the coordinating conjunctions, and writing activities that demonstrate how to create a compound sentence and how it functions in writing. From the struggling writer to the advanced writer, this resource offers something for everyone.

This resource explains the entire process of identifying and and incorporating compound sentences in writing. The video, PowerPoint, and worksheets allow students to practice and develop their writing skills. The detailed lesson plans make implementing the lesson easy for teachers.

This no-prep lesson is adaptable for in-class instruction, distance learning, or independent student work. The instructional video with step-by-step guided note-taking and the PowerPoints can be presented as whole class instruction or assigned for students to complete at home.

All materials are available in both Google Drive™ and print formats, ensuring easy access for all students.

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This lesson about how to write and use Compound Sentences in writing includes:

Entertaining Instructional Video with:

• Definitions of compound sentences
• Compound sentences usage and structure
• Independent clauses identification
• Paragraph development using compound sentences
• Individual practice identifying and using compound sentences
• Step-by-step instructions for completing the worksheets

Lesson Plan with:

• Common Core State Standards indicated on lesson plan
• Instructional Focus
• Instructional Procedures
• Objectives/Goals
• Direct Instruction
• Guided Practice
• Enrichment
• Differentiation
• I Can Statement
• Essential Question
• ESE Strategies
• ELL Strategies

Worksheets with:

• Explanations and examples of the different methods for incorporating compound sentences in sentence structure and sentence types
• Opportunities for students to practice guided note-taking
• Step-by-step instruction
• “Now It's Your Turn” section for students to practice skills learned

PowerPoint Presentation with:

• Introduction slides with explanations of compound sentences
• Guided note-taking sections
• Step-by-step instruction
• Examples of compound sentences
• Interactive slides for student participation

Google Slides™

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The lessons in the Elementary Sentence Structure - Parts of Speech & Grammar Unit include:

• Adverbs
• Identify and Correct Comma Splices
• Fragments and Run-On Sentences
• Commas in a Series
• Complex Sentences
• Complex Sentences as Transitions
• Compound Sentences
• Gerunds / Verbals
• Prepositional Phrases
• Transition Words and Phrases

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Use this back to school editable WICOR AVID digital Choice Board to add writing, inquiry, collaboration, organization and reading into your class with some fun back to school themes! Have students complete pieces for sub plans, final exams or study hall time. Simply, make any edits you wish and share a forced copy of the spreadsheet with your students.

*Please note: all activities in this digital choice are digital but most activities can also be printed if you wish

⭐AVID Back to School Bundle!⭐

Get the WICOR Boards Growing Bundle HERE!

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✨AVID Writing Bundle✨

What's Included:

Editable AVID WICOR Choice Board in Google Sheets

• 5 Writing Activities
• 5 Inquiry Activities
• 5 Collaboration Activities
• 5 Organization Activities
• 5 Reading Activities

Activities Included:

Writing

• Students fill out an interest survey
• Students read about passive, assertive, and aggressive voices and how they are used in writing on a Google Form and then answer the questions in the Google form
• Students respond to one of the listed prompts in a journal, piece of paper or Google Doc following the given requirements.
• Students choose a college in their state (that they haven't researched or toured before) and take a virtual tour at Campus Tours. Then they fill out the Campus Tour Reflection provided.
• Students choose the core class that they feel will be the biggest challenge for them this school year. Then they write a letter to that teacher using the provided requirements and directions.

Inquiry

• Students go back to recent notes they took from a core content class and reread them. Then add three level 2 questions and three level 3 questions to them using the linked Costa's House.
• Students choose a career they are interested in learning more about. They visit the provided website link to conduct research. Then they create a Google Slides presentation using the provided slideshow requirements.
• Students watch the provided TED Talk. In Canva, they create 3 motivational posters that promote a growth mindset following the requirements.
• Students use the provided requirements for creating a google forms quiz to create a 10-question quiz over notes they have taken recently in a core class.
• Students research online to find what quote best represents their goals and aspirations for the school year. They will follow the directions and complete the highlighted sections of the Google Doc provided.

Collaboration

• Students answer the interview questions on a linked partner interview form. Then they get with a partner (someone they don't know well) and interview their partner and compare responses.
• Students use the template provided to create a podcast script with a partner that teaches other students about what AVID is and encourages them to join.
• Students create an "All About Me" digital collage by following the directions in the slides and using the example provided. Then share their design with an AVID classmate and explain why they picked each image.
• Students complete a selfie partner scavenger hunt with a partner around the school.
• Students open the linked Summer Break Bingo template and type in different activities they did over the summer. Then they find classmates who did the same activities and add their names to the bingo card.

Organization

• Students print out their school map and use a highlighter to draw a route to all their classes and follow the directions to label their maps.
• Students complete "week 1" of the linked binder check log and answer the reflection questions.
• Students clean up and organize their Google Drive or another cloud storage. They will create folders for each subject and ensure all documents are appropriately filed and take before and after pictures or screenshots.
• Students follow the provided requirements to create an hourly schedule with the linked template.
• Students find a graphic organizer online for each of their classes OR create their own and take pictures. They will follow the provided directions and requirements.

Reading

• Students research information about the AVID system through the provided linked websites and Google Slides. Then they complete the digital linked Frayer Model by following the provided directions.
• Students complete the linked digital SAT Vocabulary Chart by following the provided directions.
• Students read the provided linked article and take digital focused notes.
• Students read a book of their choice for 30 minutes. Then they complete a DIgital One Pager template over what they read by following the requirements.
• Students choose 20 recent vocabulary words learned from any core content area. Then create a digital crossword puzzle through the provided website.

Click HERE to see our other AVID resources. We also have several great AVID bundle options available down below!

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Drawing Challenge

30 Second Speeches

Link to Become A Google Slides Resource™ Included!

Spark creativity in your students with these exciting picture prompts! Each prompt features an imaginative scene, two guiding questions, and two sentence starters to inspire descriptive and creative writing. Perfect for writing centers, assignments, or independent practice, this resource will engage students and make writing fun. Easy to use and ready to print, it’s a must-have for any upper elementary classroom!

Included:

- 30 Black and White Printables

- 30 Color Printables

- Options to Project 30 Color Printables on a Screen

- Each Page Includes: 

• A Picture Prompt
• 2 Guiding Questions to Inspire Creativity
• 2 Optional Story Starters

Historical Novel Pre-reading and Post-reading Bundle with audiobook

**Before reading, engage your students with a comprehensive PRE-READING HISTORICAL INTRODUCTION for The Book Thief by Marcus Zusak. The Digital Google Lesson seamlessly presents this novel’s significant setting with critical world events of the time. This resource greatly improves comprehension while aligning to standards, ensuring a richer literary experience for all learning styles. *Audiobook link included.

**After reading, our HISTORICAL BOOK REPORT TEMPLATE has been pre-designed to create the perfect culminating book project. Completely editable, the digital slides include prompts and images which guide the student through the creation of an organized book presentation.

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PREREADING GOOGLE SLIDE LESSON:

1. **Author Photo and Short Biography** Providing students with a personal connection to the author, enhancing their engagement and understanding of the writer’s influence behind the story.

2**. **Link to Audiobook Included**** which allows every student to access the text as needed.  Absent students, those who need to reread or review…this link is invaluable. Post it on your teacher page!

3. **Historical Fiction Genre** Preparing students to critically analyze how real-world events of the time period are portrayed through creative storytelling.

3. **Location Facts, Photos, and Maps** Providing students with a concrete understanding of the setting, enriching their grasp of the historical and geographical context of the story.

4. **Time-period Facts, Photos and Links** Helping students visualize and comprehend the novel’s historical context, deepening their understanding of the events and culture depicted in the story.

5. **Link to Time-period Music** Immersing students in the cultural atmosphere of the era, promoting an emotional connection.

6. **Links to Historical Video Clips** Bringing history to life, providing visual imagery and helping students better understand the events and people of the time-period.

7. **List of Books Written by this Author** Reading other books by the same author is important because it allows students to explore similar themes and styles, fostering a greater interest in literature and a deeper connection with the author's body of work.

8. **Pre- and Post-Printable Assessments with Answer Key** Crucial for the digital introduction lesson helping to gauge students' initial knowledge and track their progress, ensuring their understanding of the novel.

DIGITAL USES IN THE CLASSROOM:

· Introduce new story

· Provide factual backstory to historical fiction text

· Stimulate group discussion

· Create predictions about text

· Use as distance learning resource

· Post on webpage

· Add to electronic notebooks

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DIGITAL GOOGLE SLIDE BOOK REPORT TEMPLATE  - This editable Google Slide template has been designed to assist students in the creation of an upper-elementary historical fictional book report. The end product may be shared as a presentation or graded for assessment.

• The 12 editable slides are highly organized, each with titles of story elements needed for a thorough project.
• Questions and story mapping prompts are included on each slide to provide structure.  These headings guide students so that all critical elements are included in the end product.
• Fictional plot diagram titles include:

           exposition, rising action, climax, turning point, falling action and resolution 

• Reflection slides include:

            favorite quote, main & minor character traits, theme, and student rating

• The slides are logically organized and allow for adding photos or drawings. Teachers can adapt the template to their needs and the needs of their students. Slides can be deleted, and others added where needed.
• The digital template is the perfect scaffolded support needed by Special Education students, ESL students, struggling students, or to guide the entire class!  

This Google Slide template will allow all students to complete their Reading Project, book report, or Reading assessment and present an end product of which they are proud! Also available in Powerpoint 

   Enjoy -from Kiwious About Vocab!

This Back to School Bundle includes 12 printable and digital Scoot Task Cards, 40 editable Name Bookmarks for kids to color, 15 Writing Prompts with Zentangle Borders for fast finishers to color, and printable Writing Activities and One Pager Templates. Build relationships in your new classroom community quickly with this bundle of activities that infuse creativity, SEL, and rich writing prompts.

What's included?

40 Back to School Editable Name Coloring Bookmarks

Back to School Activities: Writing Activities, Graphic Organizers, & One Pagers

Back to School Scoot: Printable, Digital and Editable BTS Scoot Task Cards

15 Back to School Writing Prompts with Zentangle Borders to Color

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Get ready for an amazing school year with our comprehensive Back to School and SEL Writing Prompts Bundle! Designed for grades 3-6, this bundle includes engaging daily journal prompts that cover a range of topics to kickstart your students' writing and social-emotional learning (SEL) journey.

What's Included:

• Back to School Writing Prompts: 30 daily journal prompts designed to help students build a strong classroom community, get to know their peers, and practice essential writing skills. Each prompt encourages collaboration, sharing, and reflection, making them perfect for morning work or writing centers.
• SEL Writing Prompts: 30 daily journal prompts focused on social-emotional learning, encouraging students to reflect on their feelings, develop empathy, and build strong character traits. These prompts are perfect for fostering a supportive and positive classroom environment.

Product Features:

• Editable Slides: All prompts are provided in editable slides format (Google Slides and PowerPoint), allowing you to customize them to meet your classroom needs.
• Printable Options: Printable PDF versions are included for easy distribution and use in various classroom settings. Printable task cards are also included.
• Pastel Polka Dot Design: The prompts feature a charming pastel polka dot design, making them visually appealing and engaging for students.

Why You'll Love It:

• Versatile Use: Ideal for morning work, writing centers, independent practice, or SEL activities.
• Engaging and Fun: Prompts are designed to spark creativity and encourage students to express themselves.
• Supports SEL: Helps students develop important social-emotional skills alongside their writing abilities.
• Easy to Use: Ready-to-go slides and printables save you time and effort in lesson planning.

Make writing and SEL a highlight of your classroom with this all-in-one bundle. Get your students excited about learning, build a strong classroom community, and support their social-emotional growth with these engaging daily journal prompts!

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These 3 ESL English resources to encourage conversation with daily questions. The first resource asks for student’s opinions on hot topics in  “Things we Love to hate”. The second resource asks students to react to various common pranks. This resource includes a conversation mat to guide students.

Start your class off each day with a warm up question of the day. It is a great way to get students talking and help you to establish a low stress routine with no extra prep. 

Resource 1:

-Over 37 suggestions for "Question of the day" with photographs focusing on hot topics- things we love to hate

-A simple writing and drawing activity for students to share their likes and dislikes

Resource 2:

Students will all want to share their opinion on the various examples of pranking. At the end, students can complete a written activity.

This activity is meant for older students who are mature enough to discuss the rules around pranking. 

-Two conversation mats to help with speaking 

-Video link with funny gags and questions for discussion

Resource 3: Review Question du Jour

-Over 30 suggestions for "Question of the day" with basic beginner vocabulary

-Fifteen additional "Stand up if" slides

-Short writing and drawing prompts

-Includes a date and weather chart with moveable pieces

-Listen and vote for their favorite music (Youtube playlist shared)

Vocabulary Review:

Numbers 1-30

Basic colors

Days of the week

Days of the month

Basic feelings

School items

Seasons

Weather

Calendar vocabulary

Present tense verbs 

Please note you must have access to Youtube to play the music videos and suggested short video. The links are editable and can be changed as these are not part of the purchased resource.

** Please note that the writing and images on this Google slide resource have been flattened and secured to protect my work (therefore not editable). As with every Google slide, buyers can add text boxes to write their own information or insert images.**

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This Digital Poetry Writing Activity is perfect for any poetry unit! This interactive resource allows students to create their own digital poetry portfolios, showcasing their unique poems.

Each type of poetry featured in this activity includes:

• An explanation slide to introduce the form
• An example slide to demonstrate the style
• A writing slide for students to craft their own poems

The types of poetry covered in this comprehensive slideshow are:

• Bio Poem
• Diamante
• Word Cinquain
• Syllable Cinquain
• Haiku
• Favorite Place Poem
• Portrait Poem
• Five W's Poem
• Five Senses Poem

As a teacher, you have the flexibility to customize the slideshow by deleting any slides to better meet the needs of your students. This poetry writing activity is a perfect addition to any poetry unit and will inspire your students to express themselves through the art of poetry.

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Do your students struggle with answering text-dependent questions? Introducing them to the RACE writing strategy could be a total game-changer for you and your students!

RACE Stands For:

Restate the question

Answer all parts of the question

Cite evidence to support your answer

Explain how your evidence proves your answer

What's Included:

• Google Slides Presentation | Graphic Organizer | EDITABLE
• Printable Presentation | Graphic Organizer
• Printable Bookmarks Checklist | Color & Black and White
• Printable Guided Notes | Color-Coded & Black and White
• Color-Coded Printable Bulletin Board Posters Set

Please see the PREVIEW to get a better look at each piece of this bundle!

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*UPDATE - I have added a FREE BONUS ACTIVITY: Google Doc Differentiated Graphic Organizers - worth $3 in my store!*

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Are you looking to make reviewing similes and metaphors fun? Do your students struggle to create descriptive figurative language? Then download this no prep Onomatopoeia, Oxymoron, Similes and MORE Activity BUNDLE!

Kids will be engaged and motivated to play this individual or team-building dice game. Well suited for the Language Arts or ELL classroom, your students will be having so much fun they will forget they are learning!

In this no prep activity, students roll a die find the corresponding instructions, and create their own sentences using onomatopoeia, oxymorons, personification, alliteration, hyperbole, similes, or metaphors! The first one to complete a row or column wins the game! Virtual dice included!

**You are receiving 3 different games but they can be played over and over again as each roll of the die provides students with new sentences to write! This truly is all you need to keep your students engaged and motivated to practice creating their own sentences using figurative language.

✔This resource includes:

• Instructions
• Google docs digital/online gameboard (with a link to a digital single die roller on Youtube)
• Printable in-class game board (you will need an individual die for each group)
• 79 unique questions (and 9 “Take A Break” spots) across 3 different game boards
• ‘Answer Sheet’ for students to write their sentences
• Terms of Use

✔Examples:

• Use onomatopoeia to describe an excited dog.
• Write an alliteration about the beach.
• Use hyperbole to describe someone’s looks.
• Use an oxymoron in a sentence about food.
• Use personification in a sentence about an animal.
• Write a simile using 'mad'.
• Finish this metaphor, "Today, school was....."

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• METAPHORS Choice Board, Checklist, Rubric, Metaphors w definition
• Homophones Choice Board 
• Digital Grammar Practice - ALL ABOUT ANIMALS - Walruses
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This bundle of Choice Boards is a MUST HAVE if you are teaching Distance Learning! This bundle comes with pre-made choice boards with over 117 prompts/choices! This resource includes Choice Boards for the subjects of: English Language Arts, Math, Social Studies, Science, Physical Movement, Social-Emotional Learning, Brain Breaks, and a "Get to Know You" Choice Board for the beginning of the year. This bundle is ideal for grades 2, 3, and 4.

These activities were created for Distance Learning opportunities but it can also be used in class. The choices are excellent for a wide array of student learning styles that can be easily modified. All teachers have to do is email, post, upload, or share this PDF with students and tell them how many prompts they should complete. Distance Learning made EASY!

Post these choice boards on Google Classroom, send them in an email to families, share on ClassDojo, or even print out and send home a physical copy!

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Proverbs and Adages Activities & Task Cards with Anchor Charts for Figurative Language Study:

This proverbs and adages figurative language activity for 3rd-6th grade is perfect for teachers who need task cards, sample proverbs, their meanings, and worksheets!

This file includes the following:

• Two instructional pages
• Seven pages of common proverbs and adages
• 24 task cards
• An answer sheet
• An answer key
• Three activity sheets

Please note that, per the common core standards, this packet does NOT focus on the difference between proverbs and adages but instead on the contextual meaning of proverbs and adages.

NOTE: The instructions for utilizing the digital portion appear at the end of the packet.

This is lesson #4 in a series of EIGHT lessons on Figures of Speech. You can find the other products here:

• FIGURATIVE LANGUAGE #1: HYPERBOLES
• FIGURATIVE LANGUAGE #2: SIMILES AND METAPHORS
• FIGURATIVE LANGUAGE #3: IDIOMS
• FIGURATIVE LANGUAGE #5: PERSONIFICATION
• FIGURATIVE LANGUAGE #6: ALLITERATION
• FIGURATIVE LANGUAGE #7: ONOMATOPOEIA
• FIGURATIVE LANGUAGE #8: PUNS

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My newest figurative language product is for use as a daily warm-up, early finisher, or homework activity (designed to be 4-6 minutes each day including correcting and/or discussion time). Check it out here:

• DAILY FIGURATIVE LANGUAGE WARM-UPS

Are you on the hunt for a personal narrative writing project for your secondary ELL emerging to expanding students? This unit has everything you need for 3 weeks of NO PREP lessons and step by step guided instruction on everything from learning about the genre, structure, pre-writing, peer editing, to presenting about their personal narratives!

This is perfect for teaching the content of Language Arts!

Your Students Will:

• Learn more vocabulary
• Experience the writing process
• Apply knowledge
• Practice skills 
• Have the opportunity to learn new skills
• Work on developing writing skills
• Have access to tools that will benefit them in writing

Help your ELL students tell their incredible stories!

What’s Included:

• 3 Weeks of lessons that are READY TO GO NO PREP!!!
• Teacher video to guide you through the WHOLE UNIT!
• Follows the WIDA KEY USE: NARRATE objectives and formatting
• 60 guided Pear Deck/Google Slides to guide the WHOLE UNIT and give background on the genre, formatting, practice with past tense and more!
• Built in timers for "timed writing" of students' personal narratives
• Pre-writing organizers
• Peer Editing handouts and slides
• Grading rubric 
• Vocabulary swap out to help students improve their vocabulary and writing
• TONS of descriptive writing practice and handouts
• Transition word handout and guide
• Engaging visuals and resources for SECONDARY multilingual learners of multiple levels!
• Tons of language supports and vocabulary throughout
• Templated STUDENT PRESENTATION SLIDES so students can present and reflect on their personal narratives
• And MORE!!!

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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Sebastian P. wrote, “Great unit bundle. The writing organizers were so helpful for my different level ELD classes. Your resources are really awesome, thanks for making stuff for older ELLs!”

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Beka M. wrote, “This was a nice break from the standard personal narrative that students are typically expected to write.” 

This ESL writing resource will give them confidence in their writing ability. You don’t want to miss out on this. Make sure to add this resource to your cart.

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End of Year ABC Reading and Writing Countdown to Summer Digital and Printable! This themed day's end of teh school is a comprehensive and engaging daily activity designed to help teachers and students count down to the last day of school. Review reading and writing skills with summer themes and read aloud.

Join me in completing this activity while engaging our students in meaningful activities. Take photos of your students completing the activities, and I will feature them and share your account on my Instagram!

Each activity is designed to be fun and creative and review reading and writing skills while enjoying and celebrating a year full of memories and learning.

Whether you are a new teacher or a seasoned educator, the ABC Countdown to Summer is a must-have product for anyone looking for engaging and effective end-of-the-year activities. Motivational Quotes are Included to encourage students to become a better version of themselves.

ABC Reading and Writing Countdown to Summer Digital and Printable Includes:

☀️ 26-different writing activities, one for each letter of the alphabet, that can be used as a daily activity leading up to the end of the year.

☀️ Links to a direct drawing video to most of the activities

☀️ 26- Reading Books Suggestions.

☀️ 6- Writing Pages

☀️ 26- Motivational Quotes (Digital & Printable)- (Calendar Version and Students Cards).

☀️ How To Use

☀️ Bulletin Board

☀️ 5-Summer Projects: Build a Caterpillar, Watermelon, Cupcake, Ice Cream, and Jar and Bees.

☀️ Links to A-Z Books on Amazon

Digital Version Includes:

☀️ Blank Verison for teachers to create their own ABC Countdown.

☀️ ABC Daily Quotes Calendar to use during morning meetings.

☀️ Digital Bulletin Board BOOKS WE HAVE READ.

☀️ Daily Quotes, One on Each Slide to Use Daily and Display for students.

If your students enjoyed it and it saved you time planning, you might like these Other Digital and Printable Resources:

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Introducing how identify and use gerunds, gerund phrases, and verbals in writing has never been easier! This resource includesgerunds used grammar and sentence structure. Additionally, examples of how gerunds function in a sentence and what they can be replaced by provides students the opportunity to see how the writing process works. From the struggling writer to the advanced writer, this resource offers something for everyone.

This resource explains the entire process of identifying gerunds and incorporating them in writing. The video, PowerPoint, and worksheets allow students to practice and develop their writing skills. The detailed lesson plans make implementing the lesson easy for teachers.

This no-prep lesson is adaptable for in-class instruction, distance learning, or independent student work. The instructional video with step-by-step guided note-taking and the PowerPoints can be presented as whole class instruction or assigned for students to complete at home.

All materials are available in both Google Drive™ and print formats, ensuring easy access for all students.

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This lesson about how to write and use Gerunds in Sentence Fluency includes:

Entertaining Instructional Video with:

• Definitions of various types of gerunds and gerund phrases
• Gerund identification and usage
• Sentence development using gerunds
• Individual practice identifying and using gerunds
• Step-by-step instructions for completing the worksheets

Lesson Plan with:

• Common Core State Standards indicated on lesson plan
• Instructional Focus
• Instructional Procedures
• Objectives/Goals
• Direct Instruction
• Guided Practice
• Enrichment
• Differentiation
• I Can Statement
• Essential Question
• ESE Strategies
• ELL Strategies

Worksheets with:

• Explanations and examples of the different methods for incorporating gerunds in sentence structure
• Opportunities for students to practice guided note-taking
• Step-by-step instructions
• “Now It's Your Turn” section for students to practice skills learned

PowerPoint Presentation with:

• Introduction slides with explanations of gerunds
• Guided note-taking sections
• Step-by-step instructions
• Examples of gerunds
• Interactive slides for student participation

Google Slides™

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The lessons in the Elementary Sentence Structure - Parts of Speech & Grammar Unit include:

• Adverbs
• Identify and Correct Comma Splices
• Fragments and Run-On Sentences
• Commas in a Series
• Complex Sentences
• Complex Sentences as Transitions
• Compound Sentences
• Gerunds / Verbals
• Prepositional Phrases
• Transition Words and Phrases

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Are you an AVID teacher looking for an easy way for students to learn and practice the focus note taking process? You came to the right place! This AVID Focused Note Taking Lesson Plan with Google Slides and Rubric has everything you need to teach your students the very important skill of note taking. This lesson is ready to go for you to teach to the class OR allow students to go through the slides independently.

What's Included:

• Lesson plan that walks you through the slides
• Video overview/explanation
• 35 Google Slides with links embedded throughout

Note Taking Process and Lesson:

• Students will learn the process of note taking and practice the skill while watching 1 of 4 animated shorts (linked in the slides).
• At the end of the lesson students will apply what they learned through a podcast project!

Applying Learning:

• At the end of the note taking lesson and practice, students will create a podcast using an online voice recorder that somehow helps to illustrate the topic that they have chosen.
• They will refer to the rubric by which their podcast will be assessed.

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