Looking for an easy, NO PREP way to build nonfiction literacy and science skills at the middle school level? These 9 (NINE Lessons) 10-minute "Science starters - The Human Body" are perfect for practicing literacy and life sciences skills. Easy print-and-go worksheets make for simple "bell ringer" lessons, sub plans, or extension opportunities. Each lesson includes: Nonfiction text Pre-reading prompt Leveled vocabulary Multiple choice comprehension questions Main idea synthesis Topics: Heart Brain Bones Muscles Lungs Digestive System Nervous System Senses Immune System Be sure to check out the other bundles in our Science Starters series: Dinosaurs Insects Weather Marine Life Space Snakes Plants
If you're looking for an engaging, efficient way to practice or assess author's purpose, this is it! This print-and-go set of 5 comprehension passages (specifically written to assess or practice author's purpose) AND questions will help you effectively target author's purpose with your students! Each of the 5 passages comes in 3 different reading levels: below, on, and above grade level (with 3rd grade being the "on grade level" passage). This way, students all get the same text exposure and comprehension questions, but at a level they can read independently. This author's purpose passage set comes with both fiction and nonfiction original passages. Answer keys included! Check out a preview HERE !
High-Interest nonfiction reading comprehension passages about the controversial wild west figures, Wyatt Earp, William Tilghman, and Jesse James. Each biography contains a biased read or an information list of their activities, a complete life story passage, and several printables that will engage your students in the text, challenge them to find evidence, and encourage them to read for understanding by analyzing the passages and defending their opinions. A great way to teach perspective! All answer keys are included. What's Included: Nonfiction Passages: well-researched and age-appropriate passages that provide detailed accounts of Jesse James, Wyatt Earp, and William Tilghman. Each passage encourages critical thinking as students make a decision- are they a hero or an outlaw? Printables: are designed to reinforce comprehension and engagement of the text so students will reflect on what they have read and draw a conclusion. Answer Keys: answer keys are provided to facilitate easy grading! CCSS Covered: • RI 6.1 RI 7.1 RI 8.1 • RI 6.6. RI 7.6. RI 8.6
Looking for fun and engaging All About Enzymes-related activities? This All About Enzymes's resource has everything you need for an interactive science unit in your classroom. It includes a poster, a nonfiction unit booklet, Enzymes-related terminologies, the All About Enzymes activities, a workbook, an answer key, graphic organizers, Opinion writing, and writing activities. Ideal for homework assignments, simple subplans, independent study units, and in-class activities. All About Enzymes Booklet Includes: Non-fiction reading passage What are enzymes? How do enzymes work? What factors affect enzyme activity? Comprehension questions Class Activities Label the diagram Fun Facts Multiple choices Answer Key Terminologies Poster Kindly remember to provide feedback. You can use the feedback credits you receive from TPT to get future purchases at a reduced price. I adore hearing from you! Tap This To Follow Me. Updates on new products, freebies, and HUGE discounts will now be sent to you!
This set of 16 task cards provides a thrilling way for students to explore and learn about various Halloween-related topics while enhancing their reading comprehension and critical thinking skills. Informational text can be a fun and engaging way to improve comprehension. Task cards have multiple uses: games, for early finishers, as part of a literacy center, or in literature circles. What your students will discover: - fun facts about Halloween - how to read and comprehend informational text This resource includes: - 16 nonfiction task cards featuring an intriguing fact or short passage about Halloween traditions, symbols, and folklore. - Accompanying each passage are questions designed to test comprehension and encourage critical thinking - answer keys What is covered in this resource: - Making Inferences - Vocabulary Skills - Finding Evidence - Describe Relationships - Problem/Solution and Cause/Effect - Relationship between Historical Events Click here to look at this spooky unit! https://www.etsy.com/listing/1269153924/suspenseful-middle-school-reading-unit?click_key=9b7728e12557078d5f42babe28f403302d04fd4a%3A1269153924&click_sum=c0f297d5&ref=shop_home_active_9
About the Book Alice Paul dedicated her entire life to women's rights. She was one of the greatest activists, social-justice advocates, and civil rights leaders in history. This leveled reader guides students to increased fluency and comprehension of nonfiction text. Book Synopsis This informational text examines the life of the women's rights activist and suffragist who fought for women's right to vote. Developed by Timothy Rasinski and featuring TIME content, this high-interest book includes essential text features like an index, captions, glossary, and table of contents. The intriguing sidebars, detailed images, and in-depth Reader's Guide require students to connect back to the text and encourage multiple readings. The Think Link and Dig Deeper! sections develop students' higher-order thinking skills. The Check It Out! section includes suggested books, videos, and websites for further reading. Aligned with state standards, this title features complex and rigorous content appropriate for students preparing for college and career readiness. About the Author Dona Herweck Rice has written hundreds of books, stories, and poems for kids on just about everything, from acrobats to zucchini. She also loves reading, live theater, dancing, and singing at the top of her lungs. She lives in southern California with her husband, son, and one cute, silly, and loveable little dog.
Capybaras Reading Passages (Fiction/Nonfiction) Close Reading, Comprehension Questions, 1st Grade Printable Worksheets Are your students working on their reading comprehension? Are they learning about Capybaras? This resource is perfect for you! Made for kindergarten and first-grade students. Comes with 3 different reading passages, 6 pages total. 1 passage is a nonfiction text, the other two passages are fictional (one short fictional text, one longer fictional text). Each reading passage includes a page with 3 comprehension questions and space for students to respond in writing. Versatile: can be used in small groups or whole groups. Can be used as morning work, in reading centers, or in sub plans. Your students will love these fun reading passages! Enhance your students' reading comprehension skills with this engaging Reading Passage resource! Product Highlights: Target Audience: Kindergarteners and First Grade Students Content: 3 Different Reading Passages, 6 pages total Comprehension Questions: Each passage includes 3 targeted comprehension questions with ample space for written responses Versatility: Perfect for small groups, whole-group instruction, morning work, reading centers, or sub plans. Your students will love these fun and educational reading passages, and you'll love seeing their comprehension skills grow! You may also like: Count Snails Count within 20 K/1st Grade Math Worksheets SPRING bugs Snails I Spy, Find and Count within 20, Kindergarten/1st grade Math Worksheets Spiders I Spy, Find and Count within 20, K/1st Grade Halloween Math Worksheets Thank you for supporting my TPT store! If you would like to receive notifications when I post new resources, follow me! If you liked the product, leave a REVIEW! TPT GIVES YOU CREDIT FOR REVIEWS! If you have any questions or concerns please email me at: [email protected] Let's connect! Follow me on Instagram @RayvensResources
This Language Arts resource has 10 high-interest short nonfiction passages about animals. Aligned to standards that strengthen students’ reading skills, the WH comprehension questions have two response options. The standards-aligned printables are clean without distraction to learners. This resource is designed to support all struggling readers in general education and those who receive special education services. Includes: ✅ 10 engaging short passages about animals that are leveled for grades 3 - 5. Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level for each reading passage is provided. ✅ Wh reading comprehension questions with multiple choice or written response answers ✅ Teacher notes with lesson plan suggestions including differentiation and extension activities ✅ SPED teacher notes with a reading comprehension goal. ✅ IEP goal data tracking sheet ✅ A sentence builder to help students write complete sentences ✅ Common core state standards ************************************ WH Question Benefits: ✅ Engage with the Text: Asking and answering WH questions encourages students to think deeply about what they are reading and interact more actively with the material. ✅ Identify Key Information: These questions help students focus on crucial details like characters, setting, plot, and theme. ✅ Make Inferences: WH questions often require students to read between the lines and make logical guesses, which sharpens their critical thinking and problem-solving skills. ✅ Monitor Understanding: They can be used to check if students truly grasp the text, and pinpoint any parts that might need more explanation. ************************************ I love your feedback. Earn TPT Credits by leaving ratings and reviews on your purchased resources. TPT credits can be applied to future TPT purchases. If you have any problems with this resource, rather than leave a negative review, please email me at [email protected] so that I can resolve any issues promptly.
Are you looking for Fall or Autumn themed reading comprehension passages that will help your 3rd and 4th grade students reading skills? These standards-based reading passages cover fun and engaging Fall topics. Covering 8 different Common Core standards, these activities will help your students stay focused on their comprehension and reading skills while celebrating the season! Fall Fiction Titles: Exploring Fall Foliage Apple Picking Contest Creating Sanderson The Tryouts Fall Nonfiction Titles: How Bales are Made The Autumn Equinox Fall Leaves Football Season is Back Standards Included: Reading Literature: 4 passages RL.3.3, RL.4.3- Story Elements RL.3.2, RL.4.2- Recounting and Morals RL.3.5, RL.4.5- Sequencing and Story Structure RL.3.3, RL.4.3- Character Thoughts and Feelings Reading Informational: 4 passages RI.3.3, RI.4.3- Making Connections RI.3.2, RI.4.2- Author's Point and Reason RI.3.1, RI.4.1- Inferences and Answering Questions RI.3.5, RI.4.7- Text Features These Fall passages are part of my Themed ELA unit. Click HERE to check out the Fall Day Themed ELA. OR if you own this Themed ELA unit, you have all these passages already! This purchase is for one single classroom only. If you're interested in sharing with other classrooms, make sure to buy the extra licenses for a discount through the TeachersPayTeachers tool. If you are interested in a site license, please contact me for a quote at [email protected].
Snails Reading Passages (Fiction/Nonfiction) Close Reading, Comprehension Questions, 1st Grade Printable Worksheets Are your students working on their reading comprehension? Are they learning about snails? This resource is perfect for you! Made for kindergarten and first-grade students. Comes with 3 different reading passages, 6 pages total. 1 passage is a nonfiction text, the other two passages are fictional (one short fictional text, one longer fictional text). Each reading passage includes a page with 3 comprehension questions and space for students to respond in writing. Versatile: can be used in small groups or whole groups. Can be used as morning work, in reading centers, or in sub plans. Your students will love these fun reading passages! Enhance your students' reading comprehension skills with this engaging Reading Passage resource! Product Highlights: Target Audience: Kindergarteners and First Grade Students Content: 3 Different Reading Passages, 6 pages total Comprehension Questions: Each passage includes 3 targeted comprehension questions with ample space for written responses Versatility: Perfect for small groups, whole-group instruction, morning work, reading centers, or sub plans. Your students will love these fun and educational reading passages, and you'll love seeing their comprehension skills grow! You may also like: Count Snails Count within 20 K/1st Grade Math Worksheets SPRING bugs Snails I Spy, Find and Count within 20, Kindergarten/1st grade Math Worksheets Spiders I Spy, Find and Count within 20, K/1st Grade Halloween Math Worksheets Thank you for supporting my TPT store! If you would like to receive notifications when I post new resources, follow me! If you liked the product, leave a REVIEW! TPT GIVES YOU CREDIT FOR REVIEWS! If you have any questions or concerns please email me at: [email protected] Let's connect! Follow me on Instagram @RayvensResources
Snails Reading Passages (Fiction/Nonfiction) Close Reading, Comprehension Questions, 1st Grade Printable Worksheets Are your students working on their reading comprehension? Are they learning about snails? This resource is perfect for you! Made for kindergarten and first-grade students. Comes with 3 different reading passages, 6 pages total. 1 passage is a nonfiction text, the other two passages are fictional (one short fictional text, one longer fictional text). Each reading passage includes a page with 3 comprehension questions and space for students to respond in writing. Versatile: can be used in small groups or whole groups. Can be used as morning work, in reading centers, or in sub plans. Your students will love these fun reading passages! Enhance your students' reading comprehension skills with this engaging Reading Passage resource! Product Highlights: Target Audience: Kindergarteners and First Grade Students Content: 3 Different Reading Passages, 6 pages total Comprehension Questions: Each passage includes 3 targeted comprehension questions with ample space for written responses Versatility: Perfect for small groups, whole-group instruction, morning work, reading centers, or sub plans. Your students will love these fun and educational reading passages, and you'll love seeing their comprehension skills grow! You may also like: Count Snails Count within 20 K/1st Grade Math Worksheets SPRING bugs Snails I Spy, Find and Count within 20, Kindergarten/1st grade Math Worksheets Spiders I Spy, Find and Count within 20, K/1st Grade Halloween Math Worksheets Thank you for supporting my TPT store! If you would like to receive notifications when I post new resources, follow me! If you liked the product, leave a REVIEW! TPT GIVES YOU CREDIT FOR REVIEWS! If you have any questions or concerns please email me at: [email protected] Let's connect! Follow me on Instagram @RayvensResources
Raspberry Reading Passages (Fiction/Nonfiction) Close Reading, Comprehension Questions, 1st Grade Printable Worksheets, Summer, Fruit Are your students working on their reading comprehension? Are they learning about Raspberries? This resource is perfect for you! Made for kindergarten and first-grade students. Perfect for the summer months! Comes with 3 different reading passages, 6 pages total. 1 passage is a nonfiction text, the other two passages are fictional (one short fictional text, one longer fictional text). Each reading passage includes a page with 3 comprehension questions and space for students to respond in writing. Versatile: can be used in small groups or whole groups. Can be used as morning work, in reading centers, or in sub plans. Your students will love these fun reading passages! Enhance your students' reading comprehension skills with this engaging Reading Passage resource! Product Highlights: Target Audience: Kindergarteners and First Grade Students Content: 3 Different Reading Passages, 6 pages total Comprehension Questions: Each passage includes 3 targeted comprehension questions with ample space for written responses Versatility: Perfect for small groups, whole-group instruction, morning work, reading centers, or sub plans. Your students will love these fun and educational reading passages, and you'll love seeing their comprehension skills grow! You may also like: Strawberry Bundle Reading Passages, Count to 20 Worksheets K/1st Thank you for supporting my TPT store! If you would like to receive notifications when I post new resources, follow me! If you liked the product, leave a REVIEW! TPT GIVES YOU CREDIT FOR REVIEWS! If you have any questions or concerns please email me at: [email protected] Let's connect! Follow me on Instagram @RayvensResources
Teaching nonfiction text structure doesn't have to be overwhelming. This reading comprehension unit includes everything you need to teach cause and effect, compare and contrast, descriptive, order and sequence (chronological order), and problem and solution text structures. All components listed below are provided in print and digital versions. 15 Leveled Passages: High-interest and professionally written. Include nonfiction text features (Images, Diagrams, Infographics, Graphs, Charts, Illustrations, Tables, Maps, Captions, and Keywords) 15 Graphic Organizers: Graphic organizers that are customized for each passage. Provide a visual representation of the text structure and passage, which helps with reading comprehension and writing skills. 15 Keyword Analyses: Students will find the specific cause-and-effect keywords and analyze how they are used in the articles. Keywords Analyses deepen student understanding of nonfiction text structures and help them build expository writing skills. 15 Reading Responses: 10 short-answer reading response questions for each passage. These text-dependent questions can be used for, Closed Reading, Guided Reading, Shared Reading, Independent Work, Writing/Journal Prompts 15 Assessments: Each passage comes with a 10-question multiple-choice assessment. Teachers can use these assessments at the end of each unit to direct further instruction. What grade level is this resource designed for? The passages in this resource are leveled between 740-870 Lexile. This Lexile range typically aligns with fourth-grade students reading near grade level. Teachers can use this resource with students in other grades if the Lexile level is appropriate. There are no grade-level labels or indicators on the student pages of this resource. Get all the latest Teacher Thrive news! ➜SIGN UP for my newsletter! ➜FOLLOW me on Teachers Pay Teachers! ➜FOLLOW me on TeacherThrive.com! ➜FOLLOW me on Facebook! ➜FOLLOW me on Pinterest! ➜FOLLOW me on Instagram! Please read: This is a nonrefundable digital download. Please read the description carefully and examine the preview file before purchasing. © Copyright 2023 M. Tallman. All rights reserved. Permission is granted to copy pages specifically designed for student or teacher use by the original purchaser or licensee. This is intended to be used by one teacher unless additional licenses have been purchased. The reproduction of any other part of this product is strictly prohibited. Copying any part of this product and placing it on the Internet in any form (even a personal/classroom website) is strictly forbidden. Doing so makes it possible for an Internet search to make the document available on the Internet, free of charge, and is a violation of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA).
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Snails Reading Passages (Fiction/Nonfiction) Close Reading, Comprehension Questions, 1st Grade Printable Worksheets Are your students working on their reading comprehension? Are they learning about snails? This resource is perfect for you! Made for kindergarten and first-grade students. Comes with 3 different reading passages, 6 pages total. 1 passage is a nonfiction text, the other two passages are fictional (one short fictional text, one longer fictional text). Each reading passage includes a page with 3 comprehension questions and space for students to respond in writing. Versatile: can be used in small groups or whole groups. Can be used as morning work, in reading centers, or in sub plans. Your students will love these fun reading passages! Enhance your students' reading comprehension skills with this engaging Reading Passage resource! Product Highlights: Target Audience: Kindergarteners and First Grade Students Content: 3 Different Reading Passages, 6 pages total Comprehension Questions: Each passage includes 3 targeted comprehension questions with ample space for written responses Versatility: Perfect for small groups, whole-group instruction, morning work, reading centers, or sub plans. Your students will love these fun and educational reading passages, and you'll love seeing their comprehension skills grow! You may also like: Count Snails Count within 20 K/1st Grade Math Worksheets SPRING bugs Snails I Spy, Find and Count within 20, Kindergarten/1st grade Math Worksheets Spiders I Spy, Find and Count within 20, K/1st Grade Halloween Math Worksheets Thank you for supporting my TPT store! If you would like to receive notifications when I post new resources, follow me! If you liked the product, leave a REVIEW! TPT GIVES YOU CREDIT FOR REVIEWS! If you have any questions or concerns please email me at: [email protected] Let's connect! Follow me on Instagram @RayvensResources
Strawberries Reading Passages (Fiction/Nonfiction) Close Reading, Comprehension Questions, 1st Grade Printable Worksheets Are your students working on their reading comprehension? Are they learning about Strawberries? This resource is perfect for you! Made for kindergarten and first-grade students. Perfect for the summer months! Comes with 3 different reading passages, 6 pages total. 1 passage is a nonfiction text, the other two passages are fictional (one short fictional text, one longer fictional text). Each reading passage includes a page with 3 comprehension questions and space for students to respond in writing. Versatile: can be used in small groups or whole groups. Can be used as morning work, in reading centers, or in sub plans. Your students will love these fun reading passages! Enhance your students' reading comprehension skills with this engaging Reading Passage resource! Product Highlights: Target Audience: Kindergarteners and First Grade Students Content: 3 Different Reading Passages, 6 pages total Comprehension Questions: Each passage includes 3 targeted comprehension questions with ample space for written responses Versatility: Perfect for small groups, whole-group instruction, morning work, reading centers, or sub plans. Your students will love these fun and educational reading passages, and you'll love seeing their comprehension skills grow! You may also like: Strawberry Count within 20, Kindergarten/1st Grade Printable Math Worksheets Strawberry Counting Book Count to 10 K/1st grade math Numbers 1-10 Count Strawberries Ten Frames Count within 10 & 20 k/1st grade Math Worksheets Thank you for supporting my TPT store! If you would like to receive notifications when I post new resources, follow me! If you liked the product, leave a REVIEW! TPT GIVES YOU CREDIT FOR REVIEWS! If you have any questions or concerns please email me at: [email protected] Let's connect! Follow me on Instagram @RayvensResources
Engage your 4th-grade students in learning about the history and significance of Labor Day with this comprehensive resource! This product includes: Nonfiction Article: A well-crafted, age-appropriate article that explains the origins of Labor Day, its importance, and how it is celebrated today. Perfect for reading comprehension lessons or introducing students to this important holiday. 10 Multiple Choice Questions with Answer Key: Thoughtfully designed questions that challenge students to apply skills in comprehension, inference, main idea vs. details, author’s purpose, vocabulary, and parts of speech. These questions will help reinforce key concepts and ensure students have a deep understanding of the material. Open Response Writing Prompt: A higher-order thinking question that requires students to use details from the article and apply inferencing skills. Ideal for developing critical thinking and writing abilities. Graphic Organizer: A visual tool that helps students organize their thoughts and information from the article, making it easier to analyze and understand the content. This Labor Day resource is perfect for a history lesson, a reading comprehension activity, or a writing assignment. It aligns with upper elementary standards and is an excellent way to apply reading and writing skills while deepening their knowledge of American history and workers' rights. Check out my other resources! All About Patriot Day Get a Life - A Standards-Based, Real World Math Project for Grades 5-12 Earth Day Ecosystems Bundle All About Ecosystems All About Deserts Text Structure and Natural Hazards Bundle Rainforests - Cause and Effect Text Structure Avalanche vs Landslide - Compare and Contrast Text Structure Volcanoes - Sequence Text Structure All About Planets
Capybaras Reading Passages (Fiction/Nonfiction) Close Reading, Comprehension Questions, 1st Grade Printable Worksheets Are your students working on their reading comprehension? Are they learning about Capybaras? This resource is perfect for you! Made for kindergarten and first-grade students. Comes with 3 different reading passages, 6 pages total. 1 passage is a nonfiction text, the other two passages are fictional (one short fictional text, one longer fictional text). Each reading passage includes a page with 3 comprehension questions and space for students to respond in writing. Versatile: can be used in small groups or whole groups. Can be used as morning work, in reading centers, or in sub plans. Your students will love these fun reading passages! Enhance your students' reading comprehension skills with this engaging Reading Passage resource! Product Highlights: Target Audience: Kindergarteners and First Grade Students Content: 3 Different Reading Passages, 6 pages total Comprehension Questions: Each passage includes 3 targeted comprehension questions with ample space for written responses Versatility: Perfect for small groups, whole-group instruction, morning work, reading centers, or sub plans. Your students will love these fun and educational reading passages, and you'll love seeing their comprehension skills grow! You may also like: Count Snails Count within 20 K/1st Grade Math Worksheets SPRING bugs Snails I Spy, Find and Count within 20, Kindergarten/1st grade Math Worksheets Spiders I Spy, Find and Count within 20, K/1st Grade Halloween Math Worksheets Thank you for supporting my TPT store! If you would like to receive notifications when I post new resources, follow me! If you liked the product, leave a REVIEW! TPT GIVES YOU CREDIT FOR REVIEWS! If you have any questions or concerns please email me at: [email protected] Let's connect! Follow me on Instagram @RayvensResources
Are you looking for Fall or Autumn themed passages that will help your 1st and 2nd grade students reading comprehension? These standards-based reading passages cover fun and engaging Fall topics. Covering 8 different Common Core standards, these activities will help your students stay focused on the...
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This FREE 5th grade reading comprehension resource is perfect for guided reading, shared reading, close reading, homework, or morning work. It includes 2 high-interest, professionally written reading passages (1 nonfiction and 1 fiction) that are designed to engage your students. 11-12 text-dependent questions (and answers) are provided for each passage.Want an ENTIRE YEAR of passages […]
This product contains 76 reading response task cards for grade 3. The cards are separated into 3 categories: • CCSS Fiction (36 cards) • CCSS Nonfiction (28 cards) • Just for fun (12 cards) Each of the CCSS cards has the standard located in a box on the bottom left corner of the card. The just for fun cards are stamped with an F or NF (fiction or nonfiction.) Teachers who bought this also bought: Literal and Inferential Comprehension Questions: Grade 3 Bloom’s Taxonomy Nonfiction Text Features Reading Madness Reading Response Task Cards by Michaela Almeida is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivs 3.0 Unported License.
