LOW PREP follow up activities for extension after students have finished reading a book. These are a great way to extend on what they read, enhance comprehension, and bring out creativity in your students! Included is both a print and digital version (google slides) so you can make it accessible for every student!
Some fun and engaging Rainbow Fish book extension activities. Perfect for the Pre-K, Kindergarten and Grade 1 classrooms.
Book and activity ideas for a library Tween Book Club.
Throughout the school year I like to place different writing activities in my writing center. I change out the activities based on what w...
Welcome back to my new series of posts highlighting some of my very favorite, favorite books and the supplementary games, songs, and activit...
Are you looking for ELA extension activities? Here are 25 ideas for classroom activities for teaching literature.
Here is the 2 page lesson plan and over 20 pages of printable extension activities for Shel Silverstein's The Giving Tree.Suitable for Grades: 9-12Learning targets include: Metis perspectives, commercialism & consumerism, independent writing, comparing texts, metaphor, and symbolism.
NBCT Marilyn Pryle shares 5 reading activities for your ELA toolbox to keep students creatively interacting with texts. How about a Character Bucket List?
Great for an activity for Cinco de Mayo!Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month(September 15-October 15th)with this fun/informative web question. There are 13 questions- famous people, customs, contributions are included. A Did You Know? section, comprehension questions, a Teacher Page with acti...
Extension activities for Ten Apples Up on Top featuring math, fine motor, sensory, art, and other activities for preschoolers and early elementary students.
Are you looking for some kite themed children’s books that include literacy extension activities? This list may be for you!
Welcome back to my new series of posts highlighting some of my very favorite, favorite books and the supplementary games, songs, and activit...
One by Kathryn Otoshi Picture Book Month Extension Activities. Kids will love exploring feelings and friendship with these fun book inspired activities.
Expand you students' understanding of The Great Kapok Tree by Lynne Cherry when you use these end-of-book discussion cards and extension activities! Some pages in this product are offered in several formats to accommodate various teaching styles. Ideas for implementation are included to assist tea...
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"How am I going to fill 50 minutes?" That was my first panicked question as a new teacher. I had no idea how to keep high school Spanish students engaged in meaningful activities at an appropriate pace for 50 minutes. My solution? ALL THE DIFFERENT ACTIVITIES! I over-planned each class to keep my students busy.…
A blog about children's books, story time, library service, and literacy activities written by a children's librarian turned stay-at-home mom.
Are you challenging gifted students in the classroom? Check out these daily challenge tasks that will help your gifted students thrive!
Story extension activities are fantastic at helping children develop and practice important comprehension skills. They're also great fun!
The story of The Last Stop on Market Street is a meaningful story that inspires community. The Teacher's Guide for Last Stop on Market Street by Matt de la Peña is a comprehensive resource designed to enhance the reading experience for students. It offers a detailed breakdown of the book's themes, characters, and literary elements, making it an ideal tool for educators to facilitate meaningful classroom discussions. The guide includes a variety of extension activities that encourage critical thinking, creativity, and social awareness. From exploring the story's messages about community and diversity to engaging in art projects and writing exercises that foster empathy, this guide empowers teachers to help their students connect deeply with the book and its profound messages. THIS 70-PAGE READY TO USE UNIT INCLUDES: VOCABULARY WORK GRAPHIC ORGANIZERS READING COMPREHENSION WRITING FUN EXTENSION ACTIVITIES INCLUDING: MEMOIR WRITING INTERVIEW STRATEGIES LEARNING ABOUT WANTS & NEEDS INVESTIGATING COMMUNITIES NEAR US WRITING ABOUT A TOPIC OF OUR CHOICE MAKE A COMMUNITY BOARD GAME
