A close reading passage with comprehension and grammar questions, an extension task, a crossword puzzle and a wordsearch about the end of the American Civil War and the assassination of Abraham Lincoln. The NO PREP informational text worksheets are perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade.
The American Civil War (1861-1865) tore the relatively young nation apart. The repercussions of this tragedy are still felt today. This reading set explores the events, the people, and the perspectives of this pivotal time.
An American Civil War Escape Room activity about the end of the war and the assassination of Abraham Lincoln. Ideal for fifth grade or sixth grade, the breakout room activity is perfect for group work, an American Civil War topic, team-building activities or for a fun, engaging and interactive lesson. The activity can be used in English class as it incorporates some ELA skills or in Social Studies. The activity has been split into four different tasks; your students will need to complete each of the tasks to reveal a word. Together the four words make a phrase for them to escape the room. Included in this resource: Student guidelines for completing the tasks meaning no teacher prep A student answer key to complete as they work through the tasks An informational text or reading comprehension passage A true or false fact sheet & maze A crossword puzzle A timeline activity & answer key A wordsearch puzzle Teacher answer sheets for each task ⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻ In Task 1 students will read an informational text about the end of the Civil War and then find their way through a maze by answering true or false comprehension questions. If they answer the questions correctly they will reveal their first word. In Task 2 students will use the same informational text to complete a crossword puzzle. Within the puzzle there are several hidden letters which will need to be unscrambled on the completion of the puzzle to reveal the second word. In Task 3 students will have to cut out 27 timeline task cards before putting them in order from the earliest date to the most recent. When they have finished their task they can glue them onto the answer key which will reveal their third word. In Task 4 students will have to find the missing words in a wordsearch puzzle before finding a hidden word from the letters that are left over in the puzzle. This hidden word is their fourth and final word. Students can then complete their student answer key with the four words they revealed before checking with the teacher to see if they have escaped successfully. ⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻ This resource is great for: Team-building activities Group work Research projects Reading comprehension Emergency sub plans Independent work Introducing a new topic Other similar or relevant resources: U.S. History Resources World History Resources ⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚ For more great resources follow my store ⇉⇉ CLICK HERE Also, don't forget to leave feedback to earn TPT credits to spend!
A close reading activity book with ten reading passages that look into key events and key figures from American history in the 1800s. Each activity has an informational text with comprehension and grammar questions, an extension task, a crossword puzzle and a wordsearch activity. The NO PREP reading comprehension worksheets are perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. Students will learn about key figures and events whilst developing their comprehension skills. This book contains the following close reading activities: 1 – Thomas Jefferson 2 – Lewis & Clark Expedition 3 – Sacagawea 4 – The California Gold Rush 5 – Abraham Lincoln 6 – American Civil War 7 – Battle of Gettysburg 8 – Emancipation Proclamation 9 – End of the Civil War & Lincoln Assassination 10 – Frederick Douglass ⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻ Included in this PDF printable resource: Ten informational texts Each with a comprehension activity with ten questions Each with grammar questions about the text Each with an extension writing activity Answer sheets for self-assessment or teacher use Each has a crossword puzzle and wordsearch activity ⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻ This resource is great for: In class learning Independent work Homework Guided reading sessions Assessment practice Reading interventions Emergency sub plans The activity requires NO PREP; it has a body of text that students need to read through thoroughly; then they can use the text to find the comprehension and grammar answers. All texts then have an extension activity for those fast finishers and answers, for teacher use, are on the final page of the document. ⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚
A close reading activity book with ten reading passages that look into key events and key figures from American history in the 1800s. Each activity has an informational text with comprehension and grammar questions, an extension task, a crossword puzzle and a wordsearch activity. The NO PREP reading comprehension worksheets are perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. Students will learn about key figures and events whilst developing their comprehension skills. This book contains the following close reading activities: 1 – Thomas Jefferson 2 – Lewis & Clark Expedition 3 – Sacagawea 4 – The California Gold Rush 5 – Abraham Lincoln 6 – American Civil War 7 – Battle of Gettysburg 8 – Emancipation Proclamation 9 – End of the Civil War & Lincoln Assassination 10 – Frederick Douglass ⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻ Included in this PDF printable resource: Ten informational texts Each with a comprehension activity with ten questions Each with grammar questions about the text Each with an extension writing activity Answer sheets for self-assessment or teacher use Each has a crossword puzzle and wordsearch activity ⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻ This resource is great for: In class learning Independent work Homework Guided reading sessions Assessment practice Reading interventions Emergency sub plans The activity requires NO PREP; it has a body of text that students need to read through thoroughly; then they can use the text to find the comprehension and grammar answers. All texts then have an extension activity for those fast finishers and answers, for teacher use, are on the final page of the document. ⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚
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Students read about George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. This BUNDLE is perfect for Presidents' Day activities. Students read the passages and answer comprehension questions in complete sentences. They come up with character traits to fit each president. For Washington they write a summary paragraph. For Lincoln they fill in the paragraph with the correct word(s). Students finally compare both presidents using a Venn diagram! A google form quiz is provided for each president. The 10 question quizzes go along with the reading and questions, and they are self grading. You could spend a few days on each president, and I've provided a cover page if you'd like students to make a book. These activities are perfect for Presidents' Day, or for reading comprehension about the presidents. ✔ Answer keys and examples are included to make your life easier! Check out another USA BUNDLE in my store! American Symbols Reading Comprehension BUNDLE! ____________________________________________ Don't forget to review all past purchases on TPT to earn credits toward future purchases. Click here to learn more! Earn TPT Credits! ⭐ Click the link below to follow my store! FOLLOW LIFE WITH 5 BOYS ___________________________________ Copyright © Life with 5 Boys Single classroom use only. Additional licenses are available at a discount if you'd like to share with your colleagues.
An American Civil War Escape Room activity about the end of the war and the assassination of Abraham Lincoln. Ideal for fifth grade or sixth grade, the breakout room activity is perfect for group work, an American Civil War topic, team-building activities or for a fun, engaging and interactive lesson. The activity can be used in English class as it incorporates some ELA skills or in Social Studies. The activity has been split into four different tasks; your students will need to complete each of the tasks to reveal a word. Together the four words make a phrase for them to escape the room. Included in this resource: Student guidelines for completing the tasks meaning no teacher prep A student answer key to complete as they work through the tasks An informational text or reading comprehension passage A true or false fact sheet & maze A crossword puzzle A timeline activity & answer key A wordsearch puzzle Teacher answer sheets for each task ⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻ In Task 1 students will read an informational text about the end of the Civil War and then find their way through a maze by answering true or false comprehension questions. If they answer the questions correctly they will reveal their first word. In Task 2 students will use the same informational text to complete a crossword puzzle. Within the puzzle there are several hidden letters which will need to be unscrambled on the completion of the puzzle to reveal the second word. In Task 3 students will have to cut out 27 timeline task cards before putting them in order from the earliest date to the most recent. When they have finished their task they can glue them onto the answer key which will reveal their third word. In Task 4 students will have to find the missing words in a wordsearch puzzle before finding a hidden word from the letters that are left over in the puzzle. This hidden word is their fourth and final word. Students can then complete their student answer key with the four words they revealed before checking with the teacher to see if they have escaped successfully. ⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻ This resource is great for: Team-building activities Group work Research projects Reading comprehension Emergency sub plans Independent work Introducing a new topic Other similar or relevant resources: U.S. History Resources World History Resources ⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚⏚ For more great resources follow my store ⇉⇉ CLICK HERE Also, don't forget to leave feedback to earn TPT credits to spend!
These two passages cover the basic and most important information about the Famous Americans George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. Five comprehension questions are included. Answer keys included! If you are in interested in more, check out my: Famous American Reading Passages Pack *************************************************************************** Follow Me so you can be notified about my latest products! (Click the star near The Techie Teacher icon) You can also follow me on: FACEBOOK Pinterest Instagram Twitter YouTube The Techie Teacher®
This Reading Comprehension worksheet is suitable for advanced ESL learners. The text describes the life, work and assassination of the sixteenth president of the United States, Abraham Lincoln. After carefully reading a text, students are required to complete some comprehension exercises including: questions, True or False and gap filling exercises. The vocabulary used in the text is rather advanced and can also be used for IGSCE, TOEFL or IELTS vocabulary building purposes.
A 2nd grade nonfiction reading comprehension passage about Abraham Lincoln that focuses on cause and effect for students reading below grade level. It includes a word count, a fluency tracker, and comprehension questions.
This free reading passage about Abraham Lincoln is great for kids in 2nd and 3rd grade. I love that it's leveled so you know which students to use it with! The comprehension questions are free too. #teachingreading #readingcomprehension
The American Civil War (1861-1865) tore the relatively young nation apart. The repercussions of this tragedy are still felt today. This reading set explores the events, the people, and the perspectives of this pivotal time.
Students read a short passage from Lincoln's biography and summarize.An introduction to summarizing passages.* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *To my viewers-Thank you for browsing my store! I wish to provide you with ...
This Reading Comprehension worksheet is suitable for advanced ESL learners. The text describes the life, work and assassination of the sixteenth president of the United States, Abraham Lincoln. After carefully reading a text, students are required to complete some comprehension exercises including: questions, True or False and gap filling exercises. The vocabulary used in the text is rather advanced and can also be used for IGSCE, TOEFL or IELTS vocabulary building purposes.
This preparation by Creative Works is based on text passage - Abraham Lincoln. You can find the text passage in the Reading Street 2nd grade book. It has the following - 1. 8 multiple choice questions 2. 7 vocabulary questions 3. 3 short and long answer questions 4. 4 true and false questions Th...
This engaging activity pack has 8 different activities about Abraham Lincoln! Use these printables for centers, shared reading, social studies instruction, President's Day activities, early finishers work, or however you like! Contents of the Pack Cover Page Page 1: Title Page Page 2: Abraham Lincoln Word Search Page 3: Reading Comprehension Passage Page 4: Reading Comprehension Questions Page 5: Lincoln's Famous Stovepipe Hat Fun Maze Page 6: Abraham Lincoln Letter Writing Activity Page 7: Vocabulary Flashcards (front) Page 8: Vocabulary Flashcards (back) Page 9: Abraham Lincoln Graphic Organizer Web Page 10: Abraham Lincoln Crossword Puzzle Page 11: Honest Abe Character Trait Activity Page 12: Credits Page Hope you enjoy!
These are nonfiction reading passages about Abraham Lincoln. There is a first grade level passage, second grade level passage and a third/fourth grade level passage. There is also a version of the passage that focuses on vocabulary and learning new words. I've also included fluency trackers to record words per minute read each week. There are various levels and also a blank one in case a child reads above or below the rates given. This can be used as homework. Directions are at the top of each page. The first night students read the passage and circle words they aren't familiar with. The second night they reread the passage and answer the 5 comprehension questions. The third night they have someone time them for 1 minute and write at the bottom how many words per minute they can read. These are designed so that all students can be reading about the topic at hand on their level. Vocabulary they will need to know for each science and social studies unit these correlate to are incorporated into the passage. To save money check out the new social studies passages bundle! https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/social-studies-fluency-and-comprehension-leveled-reading-passages-1927769 I also have a science passages bundle. Math passages will be on their way, too! Thank you for purchasing from Second Goodies, don't forget to follow me for all my latest products! keywords: fluency, comprehension, leveled, differentiated, Abraham Lincoln, famous American, Gettysburg Address, Civil War
In order to teacher one of the most engaging novels I do all year, I have to front load and build tons of back ground knowledge. What better way than to use the countless primary sources from the assassination. This is the step by step guide to how I pump up their prior knowledge with primary sourc
There is so much information packed into this Abraham Lincoln booklet, including reading passages, review questions, fun facts, word search, and a comic strip template. The booklet is very versatile since it can be used in various ways. It is a resource that works well as a whole class, small group, partner, or individual activity, as well as at centers or stations. This booklet is a biography that shares many of the major events in Abraham Lincoln's life. This is Booklet 2 in the A Person, Place, Event Series Booklets. The reading passages and other printable pages include: - Title Page - KWL Chart - Early Years - Early Education - Fact of Fiction? "Honest Abe" - Early Jobs - Marriage - Politics - President of the United States - The Civil War - Emancipation Proclamation - Gettysburg Address - The Assassination - Misc. Fun Facts - Remembering Abraham - Review Questions - Comic Strip Activity - Students illustrate and describe an event in Abraham Lincoln's life. - Abraham Lincoln Word Search - Answer Keys and/or suggestions for the Questions page and Word Search. I have included an example of how the comic strip might appear. I have included instructions on how to easily set up the booklet. The pages are divided into half pages and putting them together into a booklet couldn't be simpler. Once the booklet is complete, it will make an excellent resource for reviewing. ************************************************************************************************ Click on the links below to view other So, What's the Big Deal About...booklets! So, What's the Big Deal About...GEORGE WASHINGTON So, What's the Big Deal About...GEORGE WASHINGTON & ABRAHAM LINCOLN BUNDLE
Help children learn the basics of reading with our easy to use Emergent Reader Reading Cards. Designed and made by the owner of Teach At Daycare in Arkansas City, KS. Here is what you get!10 Abraham Lincoln Emergent Reader Reading Cards (includes a front cover card and single sight word activity ca...
