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NGSS Level Readers Bundle - Science Reading Comprehension Passages
By Science and STEAM Team
Save 30% by purchasing these guided reading books in a bundle! This group of leveled readers addresses topics covered in the NGSS Kindergarten Curriculum. The readers overlap into other primary grades as well.
Each booklet in the series comes on three different reading levels ranging from kindergarten to the end of second grade. There are also vocabulary cards for discussion with definition cards for matching. A graphic organizer on three levels is included, so students can practice essential vocabulary.
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Motion Guided Science Reading Comprehension for NGSS
By Science and STEAM Team
This science non-fiction guided reading is about motion. It is one in a series that I am creating for the Next Generation Science Standards topics. It comes on three different reading levels ranging from kindergarten to end of second grade. There are also vocabulary cards for discussion with definition cards for matching. This covers the following NGSS K-LS1-1.
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Animal Needs Guided Reading Comprehenison for NGSS
By Science and STEAM Team
This guided reading booklet about animal needs is one in a series that I am creating for the NGSS topics. It comes on three different reading levels ranging from kindergarten to the end of second grade. There are also vocabulary cards for discussion with definition cards for matching. This covers the following NGSS K-LS1-1.
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Other Leveled Readers
⭐ Motion: NGSS Leveled Readers for Primary Grades
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⭐ Plant Needs: NGSS Leveled Readers for Primary Grades
⭐ The Sun: NGSS Leveled Reader for Primary Grades
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⭐ Kindergarten NGSS Energy Unit: The Effect of Sunlight on the Earth's Surface
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⭐ Second Grade NGSS: Bundle of Science Units for the Whole Year!
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Seasons Activities & Differentiated Science Reading Passages for Primary Grades
By Science and STEAM Team
This NGSS aligned lesson contains posters, seasons worksheets, and differentiated season min-books.
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By Science and STEAM Team
Do you need a story to teach about compassion, overcoming disabilities, animal senses, or animal rescue?
Use this award-winning book!
Meet Pepito, a blind cat, who was once a scared kitten living on the streets. Find out how he uses his whiskers to help him live a normal, fun-filled life with Carrie and his new cat friends, Zazu and Dimitri!
This book is also available on Amazon if you want a copy to hold!
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Habitat Guided Reading Comprehension for NGSS
By Science and STEAM Team
This guided reading booklet about habitats is one in a series that I am creating for NGSS topics. It comes on three different reading levels ranging from kindergarten to end of the second grade. There are also vocabulary cards for discussion with definition cards for matching. This covers the following NGSS K-LS1-1.
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By Science and STEAM Team
This mini booklet about animal body parts is included in the NGSS Life Science Unit for first grade. It perfect for teaching your little ones about animal's external parts as well as animal classification.
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Earth's Materials Guided Science Reading Comprehension for Primary Grades
By Science and STEAM Team
This guided reading booklet is about Earth's Materials. It is one in a series that I am creating for NGSS topics. It comes on three different reading levels ranging from kindergarten to end of second grade. There are also vocabulary cards for discussion with definition cards for matching. This covers the following NGSS K-LS1-1.
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Plant Needs Guided Reading Comprehension for NGSS
By Science and STEAM Team
This guided reading booklet about plant needs is one in a series that I am creating for the NGSS topics. It comes on three different reading levels ranging from kindergarten to the end of second grade. There are also vocabulary cards for discussion with definition cards for matching. This covers the following NGSS K-LS1-1.
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Habitats Lessons and Differentiated Science Reading Passages for Primary Grades
By Science and STEAM Team
These NGSS aligned habitat lessons contain posters, sorting cards, worksheets, and differentiated booklets about habitats.
Lesson 1: What is a Habitat?
Lesson 2: What Habitat Do I Live In?
Lesson 3: Create a Habitat STEM Challenge
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The Sun: Guided Reading Comprehension for Primary Grades
By Science and STEAM Team
This guided reading booklet about the sun is the first in a series that I will be creating for the NGSS Topics. It comes on three different reading levels ranging from late kindergarten to mid-second grade. There are also essential science vocabulary cards and differentiated worksheets to go with them. It covers the following standards K-PS3-1, 1-PS4-1, 1ESS1-1 and 2, and 2-LS2.
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The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind Study Guide
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- Do you need a study guide for the inspiring, true story of The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind (Young Readers Edition)?
- This resource will guide your students and hold them accountable for reading the book.
- This resource comes with standards and suggestions for the teacher, 2 to 3 questions per chapter, answer keys, and a mini-poster of William's actual windmill.
- Check out the preview to see if The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind study guide is right for you.
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The Moon Science Reading and Activities for First Grade
By Science and STEAM Team
Teaching phases of the moon can be easy with this resource! There are suggestions for books and videos appropriate for your firsties! There are phases of the moon posters and a mini-book.
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What is Sound Energy? Kindergarten and 1st Grade Science Activities
By Science and STEAM Team
Students will learn how sound travels, do some sound experiments, and finish off their NGSS aligned study with a sound mini-book.
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What is Light Energy? Kindergarten and 1st Grade Science Activities
By Science and STEAM Team
In this light energy for kids unit, students will learn about sources of light, how light travels, do some light experiments, and finish off their NGSS-aligned study with a light mini-book.
Lesson 1: What is Light?
Lesson 2: Reflection of Light
Lesson 3: Shadows
Lesson 4: Opaque, Translucent, and Transparent
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Cut & Paste Activity: Comparing Information & Narrative Text Features - Aus Curr
By Little Learners Lab Aus
Are you looking for a hands on, easy, no prep cut and paste activity? Do you want a simple, yet effective way to explore and compare the text features of information and narrative texts? This three page resource, with teacher answers is aligned to the Australian Curriculum V9 and is ready to print and use in your classroom today!
How can you use this cut and paste activity:
- independent task at the start, middle or end to consolidate learning
- small group, or work 1 on 1 with a student
- a quick review
- reading/literacy block group activity
- formative assessment tool
What's included in this text feature activity:
- 3 black and white printable activity pages (to identify and differentiate between the unique features of informational and narrative texts)
- 3 ANSWER sheets - to guide or mark student work
Why you'll love this text feature cut and paste:
- no prep - great for busy teachers!
- aligns to the Australian Curriculum V9
- print and go - ready to use
- hands on engaging activity
- promoting fine motor skills
- effective way to reinforce key concepts in a fun, interactive way
Spiders by Nic Bishop Digital Background Information & Vocab Introduction-Google
By Kiwious About Vocab
"Spiders" by Nic Bishop:This introductory Google Slide lesson provides digital pre-reading information for the story’s author and genre. Bold photo visuals and engaging video clips support the story details. The lesson includes an in-depth vocabulary study, practice, assessment, and printable organizers.
This standard-aligned material is for use with whole group, small group, or independent work for regular ed, learning support, ESL or virtual/homeschool classrooms
Google Slides:
1. **Author Biography** We provide author biographies for each short story. This adds depth to the lesson, allowing students to appreciate the story in the context of the author's life experience.
2. **Setting**Highly informative slides include maps, historical images and intriguing video links allowing students to have a deeper understanding of the location and time-period in which the story takes place. This is a crucial element when preparing students to read outside their own worldview.
3.**Bold Photos: ** Visual learners will thrive with our visually appealing slides, featuring bold and relevant images that help reinforce vocabulary concepts and make learning more engaging.
4. **Vocab with Concise Definitions and Part of Speech: ** Our lesson provides clear and concise definitions for challenging vocabulary words, ensuring that students understand the meaning of each word in context. Understanding the parts of speech is crucial for effective language comprehension. Our lesson includes sections dedicated to identifying the part of speech for each vocabulary word.
Vibrant Vocab slides (dribbles, prey, camouflaged, pounce, poisonous, extraordinary, vibrations, predator)
5.**Quizlet Practice Link ** Reinforce learning and encourage self-assessment with Quizlet practice tailored to the vocabulary words covered in the lesson. This interactive tool allows students to review and quiz themselves.
6. **Fun Fact Images and Videos** These features highlight unique elements of the text to aid comprehension
PDF FILE.
Plus, each ZIP file comes with a PDF folder containing printable worksheets to be used with the lesson!
**Grammar Sort**
Strengthen language skills with integrated grammar review sections, ensuring students can apply the vocabulary words correctly in their own writing and communication.
**Connotation Sort**
Dive deeper into vocabulary nuances by exploring the connotations of words, helping students grasp the subtle shades of meaning and usage.
**Context Clues Sentences, Word Bank and Key: **
Our lesson includes carefully curated sentences that employ context clues, enabling students to decipher word meanings from surrounding text. This fosters independent comprehension skills. These worksheets can be used for practice or assessment.
**Vocabulary Organizer**
This worksheet allows the students to infer the meaning from the animated vocabulary slide. After students complete the organizer, it is a great reference sheet.
**Synonym and Antonym Word Study**
The graphic organizer allows the students to explore the variations in meaning of the new vocabulary word.
DIGITAL USES IN THE CLASSROOM:
· Introduce new story
· Provide backstory to text
· Stimulate group discussion
· Create predictions about text
· Use as distance learning resource
· Post on webpage for review
· Add to electronic notebooks
· Provide test review
· Prompt Writing or Research assignments
· Grammar study / parts of speech
· Discuss Word Connotation
Please be sure to view the preview and watch the video for detailed images and descriptions of the lesson.
This lesson is also available in PowerPoint.
Enjoy!
-From Kiwious About Vocab!
2017 edition
Beyond the Horizon: A Mexican Border Story - Realistic Fiction
By Mark Holmes
This story is also available as part of an eight story ebook, "Young Voices: Eight Short Stories of Courage & Resilience."
In "Beyond the Horizon," a poignant tale unfolds, following the footsteps of Jose and his three close friends as they embark on a journey that will test the bounds of their friendship and the depth of their dreams. Set against the backdrop of their small Mexican town, this 1200-word story invites readers to walk alongside these spirited youths as they navigate the rugged path to a future filled with hope and uncertainty.
The narrative weaves the laughter, fears, and silent strength of this band of brothers, who are determined to chase the opportunities that eluded their ancestors. With the golden dawn of possibilities before them, they face the daunting challenge of crossing the Mexico-U.S. border, carrying not just their aspirations but also the rich cultural heritage of their homeland.
As the four friends confront the harsh realities of their quest, their bond is tested in ways they never imagined. The story captures the essence of human resilience and the unbreakable spirit of those who dare to dream beyond their horizon. Join us in this heartfelt journey that transcends borders and resonates with anyone who has ever reached for the stars.
There are thought provoking questions (and possible answers) at the end of the story.
Learning Objectives:
Understanding Conflict: The material offers insights into the dynamics of territorial conflicts and their ramifications for those caught in the crossfire.
Effects of War or Conflict on Youth: The content underlines the deep-seated impact of hostilities on the mental and physical health of children and adolescents.
Resilience and Hope: Through character experiences, the narrative highlights the human capacity for endurance and the quest for collective healing amidst adversity.
Cultural Insight: The text provides a window into the complexities of a region's culture and the intense obstacles its inhabitants endure.
Human Rights: The narrative serves as a primer for dialogues concerning the safeguarding of civilians and the enforcement of human rights in times of strife.
Peacebuilding: The book promotes an investigation into the adoption of nonviolent strategies for mitigating disputes and fostering reconciliation at the community level.
Kiribati: Rising Tides, Resilient Hearts - Realistic Fiction
By Mark Holmes
This story is also available as part of an eight story ebook, "Young Voices: Eight Short Stories of Courage & Resilience."
Embark on a poignant journey with "Rising Tides, Resilient Hearts," a heart-rending tale of resilience in the face of nature's relentless force. This narrative follows Ana and Lani, two young girls from the imperiled island of Kiribati, as they grapple with the reality of their sinking homeland. With the rising tides threatening to erase their ancestral roots, the community faces a heart-wrenching decision. Through the bonds of friendship and the echoes of ancestral wisdom, our young heroines navigate the emotional tides of leaving their beloved island. This story not only reflects the global issue of climate change but also illuminates the enduring spirit of a culture on the brink of displacement. Witness how love, memory, and the power of storytelling become the vessel for preserving a disappearing world, inspiring young readers to understand and embrace the challenges of change.
There are thought provoking questions (and possible answers) at the end of the story.
General Learning Objectives for Deep by Design stories:
Understanding Conflict: The material offers insights into the dynamics of territorial conflicts and their ramifications for those caught in the crossfire.
Effects of War or Conflict on Youth: The content underlines the deep-seated impact of hostilities on the mental and physical health of children and adolescents.
Resilience and Hope: Through character experiences, the narrative highlights the human capacity for endurance and the quest for collective healing amidst adversity.
Cultural Insight: The text provides a window into the complexities of a region's culture and the intense obstacles its inhabitants endure.
Human Rights: The narrative serves as a primer for dialogues concerning the safeguarding of civilians and the enforcement of human rights in times of strife.
Peacebuilding: The book promotes an investigation into the adoption of nonviolent strategies for mitigating disputes and fostering reconciliation at the community level.
Free Malala Background & Assignments. English, Francais, Espanol, 普通话 4-6
By Mark Holmes
Empower your students with the story of Malala Yousafzai, a young woman who bravely stood up for education and became a global advocate for girls' rights.
This resource provides a brief biography of Malala in four languages (French, English, Chinese, and Spanish) and offers a variety of engaging assignments and projects suitable for grades 4-6.
What's included:
- French: Malala Yousafzai : Une voix courageuse pour l'éducation
- English: Malala Yousafzai: A Courageous Voice for Education
- Chinese: 马拉拉·尤萨夫扎伊：为教育发声的勇者
- Spanish: Malala Yousafzai: Una voz valiente por la educación
10 Engaging Projects for Grades 4-6 Inspired by Malala:
Activities range from research and analysis to creative expression and taking action, encouraging students to connect with Malala's story and become advocates for change.
How to use this resource:
Introduce your students to Malala's story using the provided biographies in their preferred language.
Choose from the suggested projects based on your students' interests and learning objectives.
Adapt and modify the activities to fit your classroom needs and curriculum.
Encourage discussion and reflection on the importance of education, courage, and standing up for what you believe in.
This resource is perfect for:
Social studies lessons on human rights, global issues, and influential figures.
Language arts activities focusing on reading comprehension, writing, and storytelling.
Character education initiatives promoting courage, perseverance, and social responsibility.
Download this free resource today and inspire your students with the remarkable story of Malala Yousafzai!