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Christmas-Chanukah-Kwanzaa Common Core RI.8.2 resources
Christmas Around the World Passages - Print & Interactive Digital
With this resource, students will learn how seven children from around the world celebrate Christmas in different ways through reading engaging passages on differentiated reading levels. Students can respond to short-answer or multiple-choice questions after reading. The questions are aligned to informational text reading standards. Teaching notes and lesson plans are included. This resource can be printed or shared digitally. What is included?+ Printable and interactive digital versions7 readin
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3rd - 8th
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Also included in: Christmas & Winter Holiday Differentiated Passages Bundle
Argument Analysis: Regifting for Distance Learning
Argument Analysis: Regifting - a winter holiday activity now updated with a shareable Google Slides version for distance learning!A complete mini-unit for analyzing nonfiction text, practicing speaking and listening skills, and writing an argument essay complete with original data graphs. Students will analyze both sides of the regifting argument, then write their own arguments for or against regifting. Includes an anticipatory activity, articles, comprehension and critical-thinking questions (d
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6th - 11th, Staff
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Also included in: All of my Reading Resources (Fiction / Nonfiction) Growing Bundle
History of Santa Claus and Christmas in America Reading Activity
This entertaining Christmas reading activity features a 1 page article on the history of Santa Claus in America. It explains how the image of Saint Nicholas changed from Europe to America and how the famous poem "The Night Before Christmas" and Thomas Nast's cartoons came to transform Saint Nicholas into the image of Santa Claus that we enjoy today. Following the article is a set of reading comprehension questions that students can answer to demonstrate their understanding. Both an editable Goog
Grades:
7th - 11th
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Also included in: Holiday History Common Core Reading Bundle
Winter Holidays Around the World Walking Tour | Christmas Gallery Walk Activity
Take your students on a walking tour or gallery walk around the world to see how Christmas and other Winter Holidays are celebrated. This low prep resource will keep students engaged and learning as you wrap up the semester. Introductions, key topics, and vivid images help students make comparisons between their own celebrations and those of others from around the world. Resource Includes:Information cards and centers content for 10 LocationsStudent handouts for note-takingWrap-up questions for
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5th - 12th
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Also included in: Modern World History Interactive Lessons Bundle Walking Tours & More
Article of the Week Holidays Around The World Non-Fiction Articles
Help bring more diversity into your classroom with this holidays around the world non-fiction articles bundle. This resource contains 14 high-interest non-fiction articles and post-reading activities to assist with reading comprehension, standardized test prep, and cross-curricular learning.Article Topics:Chinese New YearLunar New YearGroundhog DayValentine's DayDaylight SavingSt. Patrick's DayApril Fools' DayEarth DayRamadanHalloweenDiwaliHanukkahChristmasKwanzaaResource Includes:14 high-intere
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6th - 8th
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Winter Celebrations Around the World: Passages - Distance Learning Compatible
With this resource, students will learn all about winter celebrations around the world through reading engaging passages on differentiated reading levels. Students can respond to short-answer questions after reading. The questions are aligned to informational text reading standards. Teaching notes and lesson plans are included. This resource can be printed or shared digitally. What is included?+ Printable and interactive digital versions5 reading passages – (See topics below.)5 differentiated r
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3rd - 8th
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Also included in: Christmas & Winter Holiday Differentiated Passages Bundle
Christmas & Winter Holiday Differentiated Passages Bundle
Christmas & Winter Holiday Differentiated Passages BundlePrintable + Digital Paperless Versions IncludedWith this resource, students will learn about Christmas and winter holiday celebrations around the world by reading engaging passages on differentiated reading levels. There are 10 original reading passages included on 5 reading levels covering grades 3-8, totaling 50 passages. Questions (as well as answer keys) aligned to Common Core State Standards are included for each passage. Students
Grades:
3rd - 8th
Christmas Reading Passages - Printable & Digital
These fun Christmas reading activities will keep your middle school students engaged and learning right up to the break! Five informational text passages share the fascinating stories behind five well-known Christmas carols, and each comes with a graphic organizer worksheet for identifying main ideas and supporting details. There are also five pages of carol lyrics, focusing on poetry reading skills and sound devices.These Christmas nonfiction reading passages cover the following skills:main ide
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5th - 8th
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Christmas Text Structure Passages - Printable & Digital
Plan some Christmas fun this year with holiday-themed nonfiction reading passages! You and your students will love this set of Christmas text structure passages, graphic organizers, and reading comprehension questions, and they're the perfect high-interest activities to fill those crazy days before Christmas or winter break. (Virginia teachers - the vocabulary page is also adapted for teaching this topic as organizational pattern!)For more Christmas nonfiction, pair this resource with Christmas
Grades:
6th - 8th
December Passages: Science - Distance Learning Compatible
With this resource, students will learn random and fascinating facts about the month of December through reading engaging passages on differentiated reading levels. Students can respond to short-answer questions after reading. The questions are aligned to informational text reading standards. Teaching notes and lesson plans are included. This resource can be printed or shared digitally. What is included?+ Printable and interactive digital versions4 reading passages – (See topics below.)5 differe
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3rd - 8th
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Also included in: High-Interest Science Differentiated Passages for the Year Bundle
December Passages: History - Distance Learning Compatible
With this resource, students will learn random and fascinating facts about the month of December through reading engaging passages on differentiated reading levels. Students can respond to short-answer questions after reading. The questions are aligned to informational text reading standards. Teaching notes and lesson plans are included. This resource can be printed or shared digitally. What is included?+ Printable and interactive digital versions4 reading passages – (See topics below.)5 differe
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3rd - 8th
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Also included in: High-Interest History Differentiated Passages for the Year Bundle
"A Christmas Carol" intro Informational texts w/ Google Forms Quizzes
Save $$ by buying the bundle!These texts pair perfectly with the drama “A Christmas Carol.” The texts introduce themes of greed vs. generosity and introduce students to the Victorian Era. Give students their choice of 4 texts to annotate before completing the accompanying Google Forms Quiz. Quizzes are 5-6 questions long and use multiple choice, text entry, and multi-select question types - good practice for the redesigned STAAR! Questions cover: text structure, main idea, inferencing, author
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6th - 9th
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Holiday Gingerbread Tradition Passage - Distance Learning Compatible
With this resource, students will learn all about the tradition of making gingerbread baked goods for the holidays through reading engaging passages on differentiated reading levels. Students can respond to short-answer questions after reading. The questions are aligned to informational text reading standards. Teaching notes and lesson plans are included. This resource can be printed or shared digitally. What is included?+ Printable and interactive digital versions1 reading passage – (See topic
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3rd - 8th
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A Christmas Carol/ Cloze Reading Activity/ Seasonal / DIGITAL
In this file you will find a short story about A Christmas Carol. I have included the pdf and the digital version. There are 19 pages and the theme is Christmas. You can use this as a mini book or as simple worksheets. More specifically you will find the following:A short story about A Christmas Carol.Cover and back pagesShort story questions, vocabulary questions, fill in, multiple choice, questions about your students, reflection time, summary and drawing, put the events in chronological orde
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3rd - 9th, Adult Education, Staff
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Also included in: Christmas Stories /Cloze/ Reading Comprehension Activity/ Digital
Winter Weather Science | Lake Effect Snow | Science Reading Comprehension
Explore the phenomena of lake effect snow with a weather and map unit. Easy Prep Planning. Printable and Google Slide versions are included. Students expand comprehension and vocabulary skills with concept maps, summary strategies, and an acrostic word puzzle assessment. A week of lessons and sub plans ready to go.Students will expand their knowledge of the water cycle. They will explore the map of Michigan to uncover the snow belts. The focus will expand into the how and the why of lake e
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4th - 7th
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NGSS:
3-ESS2-1
, MS-ESS2-4
, 3-ESS2-2
, 5-ESS2-1
, MS-ESS2-5
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January Passages: Science - Distance Learning Compatible
With this resource, students will learn random and fascinating facts about the month of January through reading engaging passages on differentiated reading levels. Students can respond to short-answer questions after reading. The questions are aligned to informational text reading standards. Teaching notes and lesson plans are included. This resource can be printed or shared digitally. What is included?+ Printable and interactive digital versions4 reading passages – (See topics below.)5 differen
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3rd - 8th
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Also included in: High-Interest Science Differentiated Passages for the Year Bundle
Solutions and Mixtures | Sugar Candy Science Reading Passage And Activities
Discover the science of sugar candies, supersaturated solutions, and crystal making while improving comprehension and vocabulary skills: easy prep planning and a fun holiday-themed lesson. Printable and Digital versions are included. Specifically made for Google Classroom and makes quick sub plans.This Reading in the Content Area Lesson Includes:Google Slide Pages with editable text boxes for the student's answers.Google Slide Pages without text boxes for printing.Google Slide Link with Directio
Grades:
4th - 7th
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NGSS:
5-PS1-3
, 5-PS1-4
, MS-PS1-4
, 5-PS1-1
Unraveling Krampus: Text Structures and Critical Analysis Print and Go!
Delve into the intriguing world of Krampus with this comprehensive ELA resource, designed specifically for upper middle school students. "Unraveling Krampus" presents a unique opportunity to explore this mythical figure through a literary lens, enhancing key reading and analysis skills.What’s Inside:Five Engaging Articles on Krampus: Each article focuses on a different text structure – compare and contrast, description, problem and solution, cause and effect, and chronological order – providing
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7th - 9th
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Kwanzaa Non-Fiction Article
Dive into the rich tapestry of Kwanzaa with this Kwanzaa Non-Fiction Article, a must-have resource for middle school teachers. This comprehensive lesson offers students the opportunity to learn about the historical roots and vibrant traditions of Kwanzaa, making it the perfect activity for your classroom during the holiday season.Resource Includes:Engaging Non-Fiction Article: This article will help students learn about the origins and traditions of Kwanzaa.Modified and Regular Versions: Every s
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: Article of the Week Holidays Around The World Non-Fiction Articles
Christmas Stories /Cloze/ Reading Comprehension Activity/ Digital
In this Cloze/ Reading Comprehension Activity file you will find the following products:The Story of the Little Christmas TreeThe Story of the Night Before ChristmasThe Story of WinterThe History of the MistletoeThe History of La BefanaA Christmas CarolThe story of the NutcrackerThe Little Match GirlThe Shoemaker & His GuestThe Birth of JesusYou will find both the Digital and the PDF version. More specifically, in each story there are:Front + Back pages (Students write their names)Fill in th
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PreK - 9th, Adult Education, Staff
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Christmas Non-Fiction Article
Have your students embark on an educational journey with this Christmas Non-Fiction Article created for middle school students. Discover the magic and wonder of the holiday season with this Christmas Non-Fiction Article which offers a deep dive into the traditions, history, and cultural significance of Christmas, making it the perfect addition to your classroom this holiday season. This resource contains 3 post-reading activities for students to practice their reading comprehension skills and en
Grades:
6th - 8th
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Also included in: Article of the Week Holidays Around The World Non-Fiction Articles
Hanukkah Reading Comprehension | History of the Dreidel
Hanukkah Reading Comprehension | History of the DreidelThis Hanukkah-themed reading comprehension resource is the perfect way to teach your students about a traditional symbol of the Jewish holiday, Hanukkah. In "History of the Dreidel," students will learn how the tradition of the game began and will follow its evolution all the way to modern times.This informational text is filled with fascinating facts and history about the Dreidel. A pre-reading summary and pre-reading questions will orient
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7th - 8th
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Holidays Around the World DEI Research Winter Time Activity Middle School ELA
This fully editable lesson plan, worksheet and template for a winter-themed and DEI activity where students learn about different winter holidays around the world! Use this activity to encourage open-mindedness and build an inclusive classroom community that embraces and celebrates different traditions and cultures. Students will learn about 12 different winter time holidays that are celebrated around the world, and will then get to pick one to research further, and then create a one-pager about
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5th - 8th
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St. Nicholas Day | Reading Comprehension | History of St. Nicholas Day
St. Nicholas Day | Reading Comprehension | History of St. Nicholas DayUncover the historical and cultural significance of St. Nicholas Day with this comprehensive reading comprehension resource! Designed to enlighten students about this important holiday, the package offers an engaging passage that dives deep into the roots, traditions, and symbols associated with St. Nicholas Day.Within this resource, students will explore a meticulously crafted passage that unravels the history and significanc
Grades:
7th - 8th
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